Chevrolet 1998 Tahoe Manual Download

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Summary of Contents for 1998 Tahoe

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Page 6: ...owto drive under different conditions Problems on the Road This section tells whatto do if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or overheated engine etc Service and Appearance Care Here the manualtells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good Maintenance Schedule This section tellsyou when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use Cu...

Page 7: ...ase keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need itwhen you re on the road If you sell thevehicle please leave thismanual in it so the new owner canuse it Litho in U S A C9809 BFirst Edition WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH NationalInstiMefor AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE We support voluntary technician certification For Canadian Owners WhoPrefer a Fre...

Page 8: ...dex in back of the manual It s an alphabetical list of what s in the manual and the page number where you ll find it Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tellyou about thingsthat could hurt you ifyou were to ignore the warning These mean there is something thatcouldhurt you or other people In the cautionarea we tell...

Page 9: ...t somethingthat can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty andit could be costly But the notice will tell you what todo to helpavoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in differentcolors or in different words You ll also seewarning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE These mean ther...

Page 10: ...u and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven n DOOR LOCK 1 UNLOCK e FASTEN SEAT BELTS These symbols have todo with your lamps SIGNALS 69 TURN RUNNING 0 DAYTIME a LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER FOG LAMPS 0VENTILATING FAN These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights COOLANT TEMP CHARGING I 1 BATTERY SYSTEM BRAKE 0 COOLANT a E...

Page 11: ...Model Reference This manual covers these models 2 DoorUtility vi Suburban ...

Page 12: ...They re for Everyone Here AreQuestions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers How to Wear Safety BeltsProperly Driver Position Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Right FrontPassenger Position Air Bag System Center PassengerPosition 1 40 1 44 1 46 1 49 1 60 1 63 1 64 1 64 Rear SeatPassengers Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Children Child Restraints Larger Chi...

Page 13: ...sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicleis not moving If your vehicle has a manual bucket split bench or full bench seat you can adjust it with this lever at thefront of the seat Slide the lever atthe front of the seat toward the passenger s side tounlock it Using your body slide the seat towhere yo...

Page 14: ...raise the frontof the seat move the front lever up To lower the front of the seat move the front lever down To raise the rearof the seat move the rear lever up To lower the rearof the seat move the rear lever down The switch located at the front of this control panel is for the power lumbar adjustment which is explained next Power Lumbar Adjustment If Equipped If you have power lumbar adjustment y...

Page 15: ...the switch forward to MED or HIGH temperature toturn on the heating elements in the seat The right front passenger s safety belt must be buckled before the heating elements in that seat will operate To turn theheated seats off move the switch rearward to OFF To adjust the seatback move thelever rearward Release the lever to lock the seatbackwhere you want it Move the leveragain rearward and thesea...

Page 16: ... because it won t be against yourbody Instead itwill be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neckor other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt couldgo up over your abdomen The belt forceswould be there notat yourpelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protectionwhen the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then ...

Page 17: ...stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked The frontseatback folds forward to letyou access the rearof the vehicle To fold a seatbackforward pull this lever forward and tilt the seatbackforward To return the seatback to the upright position just push the seatback rearward until it latches After returning the seatb...

Page 18: ...your vehicle have an easy entry feature This makes it easyto get in and out ofthe rear seat On vehiclesequipped with the power driver s seat onlythe passenger s front seat will have the easy entry feature To operate the seat pull forward on the top of the lever located at the sideof the seatback and tilt the back forward toward the front of the vehicle When you do the seat bottom will release Just...

Page 19: ...and placed under the rear seat Whenthe seat is returned to the passenger position be sure the head restraints are installed properly Folding the Rear Seat 2 Door Utility Model If your vehicle has a rear seat the seat can be folded flat for more cargo space Before folding make sure that nothing is under or in front of the seat When the seat is folded itwill lay almost flat on the floor Detach the s...

Page 20: ...d fold the seatback onto theseat cushion To return the seat to the passenger position just liftup on the seatback and push it rearward until it latches After returning the seat to the passenger position pull forward on the seatback to make sure it islocked into place Also return the safety belts and head restraints to their original positions so they willbe available forrear seat passengers to use...

Page 21: ...passengers to use when the seat is returnedto the passenger position Also make surethat nothing is under or in front of the seat When theseat is folded itwill lay flat on thefloor Set thehead restraints aside fornow You will store them in their proper position after you are done folding the seat To fold the seat pull up on the strap loop at the rear of the seat cushion Then pull the seat cushion u...

Page 22: ...late portion out and place iton the seat Thatway the center position safety belt will be available for the center rear seat passenger to use Folding the SecondSeat Suburban If your vehicle has a 60 40 rear seat either sidemay be folded down to give you more cargo space Before folding place the latch portion of the center safety belt in the center armrest That way the center safety belt will be out...

Page 23: ...wn on the lever at the side of the seatback and fold the seatback forward until it is flat store the head restraints by slidingthem into the rear of the seat cushion Make sure the posts go in all the way To create a load floor release the panels from the seatbackby pushing rearward on the latch and fold them out to cover the rear seat footwell 1 12 ...

Page 24: ...ter armrest when the seat was folded take the latch plate portion out and place it on the seat That way the center position safety belt will be available for the center rear seat passenger to use Entry to the Rear Seat Suburban Second Seat The right side of the rear 60 40 split folding bench seat has an easy entry feature That makes it easy to getin and out of the third seat if you have one To ope...

Page 25: ...position try to move theseat with your body to make surethe seat is locked intoplace A seat thatisn t lockedinto place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop People in the vehicle couldbe injured Be sure to lock the seatinto placeproperly when installing it A CAUTION A safety beltthat is twistedor not properly attached won t providethe protection needed in a crash The person wearin...

Page 26: ...sition safety belts from the seat frame To unlatch the safety belt press the tip of a key into the release hole of the safety belt attachment while pulling up on the safety belt Then hang the latch plate end of the belt on the hook at the top of the retractor cover out of the way To remove the seat fully open the rear load doorsand enter the back of the vehicle 1 15 ...

Page 27: ...latches at the bottom of the seat over the hooks in the floor Pull up on the center release handle and let the seat drop into place Release the handle to let the seat latch close and make sureit locks into place Then move the seatback release lever at the right rear of the seat toward the centerof the vehicle and raise the seatback After returning the seatback to the upright position push the seat...

Page 28: ...e the vehicle or be ejectedfrom it You can be seriously injured or killed In the samecrash you might not be if youare buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too K C A U T I O N It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously inju...

Page 29: ...shesare mild and some crashes can be so serious thateven buckled up aperson wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can surviveand sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After morethan 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes bucklingup does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you...

Page 30: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop 1 19 ...

Page 31: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a realvehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 20 ...

Page 32: ...if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags why shouldI have to wear safety belts A Air bags are inmany vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air ba...

Page 33: ...ety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in yourvehicle see the part of this manual called Children Follow those rulesfor everyone s protection First you ll want to know which restraint systemsyour vehicle...

Page 34: ... the safety belt quickly if you ever had to The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touchingthe thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause seriousor even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder ...

Page 35: ... the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushingup on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pushing in to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that theshoulderportion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder 1 24 ...

Page 36: ...belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way A CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 1 25 ...

Page 37: ...e seriouslyinjured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there notat the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 26 ...

Page 38: ...njured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would bemuch too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and thatcould causeserious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests 1 27 ...

Page 39: ...ously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head andneck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could alsoseverely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 28 ...

Page 40: ... across the body A CAUTION You can be seriously injuredby a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it canwork properly or ask your dealerto fix it I 1 29 ...

Page 41: ... you can damage both the belt and your vehicle 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 worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy 1 30 ...

Page 42: ...lp reduce therisk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag But even these air bags must inflate very quickly if they are to do their job and comply with federal regulations Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system A CAUTION You can be severelyinjured or killed in a crash if you aren t wearing your safety belt even if you have air bags Wearing your safety belt dur...

Page 43: ...ho are up against or very close to an air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed This is true even though yourvehicle has reduced force frontal air bags Air bags plus lap shoulder beltsoffer the best protection for adults but not for young children andinfants Neither thevehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag systemis designed forthem Young children and infants need the prote...

Page 44: ...w the Air Bag System Works The system checks the air bagelectrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information Where arethe air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel 1 33 ...

Page 45: ...etween an occupant and an air bag the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anythingbetween an occupant and an air bag and don t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering 1 34 ...

Page 46: ...s including off road usage Observe safe driving speeds especially on rough terrain As always wear your safety belt See Off Road Driving in theIndex for more tips on off road driving What makes an air bag inflate In an impact of sufficient severity the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash The sensing system triggers arelease of gas from the inflator which inflates the air b...

Page 47: ...ou have breathing problems but can t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh air by openinga window ordoor In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag e e e Air bags are designed to inflate only once After they inflate you ll need some n...

Page 48: ... vehicle immediately Don t letanyone start the vehicle even to tow it unless the batterycables are first disconnected Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced There areparts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle You don t want the systemto inflate while someone is working on your vehicle Your dealer and the service manual hav...

Page 49: ...icle that could keep the air bags from working properly A Yes If you add things that change your vehicle s frame bumper system front end sheet metal or height they may keep the air bag system from working properly Also the a i rbag system may not work properlyif you relocate any of the airbag sensors If you have any questions about this you should contact Customer Assistance before you modify your...

Page 50: ...he latch plate and pull it along the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free endas shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulderbelt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at theend of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able tounbuckle the safety belt quickly if you e...

Page 51: ...g safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap ShoulderBelt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s howto wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 1 40 ...

Page 52: ... does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able tounbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up onthe shoulder part 1 41 ...

Page 53: ...t should goover the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able totake belt restraining forces The safetybelt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash Four door utility models and thesecond seat of Suburbans have shoulderbelt height adjusters Move the shoulderbelt height adjuster to the height that is right for you To move the height adjuster down push in atthe word PRESS ...

Page 54: ...ortion of the belt iscentered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle 1 43 ...

Page 55: ... on a shoulder belt the comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulderbelts Here s how to install a comfort guide and usethe safety belt I Remove the guidefro...

Page 56: ...tic cord mustbe under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top 1 45 ...

Page 57: ...tance traveled nor theage and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up tosome age must be restrained while in a vehicle Smaller Childrenand Babies Children who are upagainst or very close to any air bagwhen it inflates can be seriously injured or killed This is tru...

Page 58: ...small enough for one is always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint Infants need complete support including support for the head and neck This is necessary because an infant s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing restraint settles into the restraint so the crash forcescan be distributed across the strongest ...

Page 59: ...l a crash Duringa crash a babywill become so heavy you can t holdit For example in a crash CAUTION Continued at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 1b 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on your arms The baby would be almost impossible Secure the baby in an infant restraint 1 48 ...

Page 60: ...selecting a child restraint take into considerationnot only the child s weight and size but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will beused An infant carbed A is a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle It s an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child ona continuous flat surface With an infantcar bed make surethat the...

Page 61: ...ints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs 9 kg and about one year of age This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant s head neck and body can have the support they need in a crash Some infant seatscome in two parts the base stays secured in the vehicle and the seat part is removable 1 50 ...

Page 62: ...rward facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from20 to 40 lbs 9 to 18 kg and about 26 to 40 inches 66to 102cm in height or up to around four yearsof age One type a convertible restraint is designed tobe used either as a rear facing infant seator a forward facing child seat 1 51 ...

Page 63: ...7 kg and about four to eight years of age It s designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Booster seats with shields use lap only belts however booster seats without shields use lap shoulder belts Booster seats can also help a child to see out the window 1 52 ...

Page 64: ...her than the front seat We at GeneralMotors therefore recommend that you put yourchild restraint in arear seat Never put a rear facing child restraint in the right frontpassenger seat Here s why A child in a rear facing child restraint canbe seriouslyinjured or killed if the right front passenger s air bag inflates even though your vehicle has reduced forcefrontal air bags This is becausethe back ...

Page 65: ... yourself your dealer can tell you how to do it Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strapif the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with thechild restraint Secure thechild in thechild restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint onthe seat 1 54 ...

Page 66: ...tructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 3 Buckle thebelt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would beable to unbuckle the safety beltquickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 55 ...

Page 67: ...s tobe sure itis 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 Securing a Child Restraint ina Center Seat Position You ll be using thelap belt Be sure to follow the instructions thatcame with the child restraint Secure the child in the chi...

Page 68: ...instructions will show you how 4 5 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 To tighten the belt pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt...

Page 69: ...ginflates even though your vehicle has reduced force frontal air bags This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be veryclose to the inflating air bag Alwayssecure a rear facing child restraint in the rear seat You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the ch...

Page 70: ...instructions will show you how If the shoulderbelt goes in front of the child s face or neck put itbehind the child restraint 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would beable tounbuckle the safety beltquickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 59 ...

Page 71: ...n the belt directions to be sure it is secure 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will movefreely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Larger Children I Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle s safety belts 1 60 ...

Page 72: ...he two children can be crushed together and seriously injured A belt must be used by only oneperson at a time Q What if a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt but the child isso small that the shoulder belt is very closeto the child s faceor neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be surethat the shoulderbelt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper ...

Page 73: ...2 Door Utility and Suburban 1 62 ...

Page 74: ...ps just touching the child s thighs This applies belt forceto the child s pelvic bones in a crash Safety BeltExtender 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 Whenyou go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be longenough for you The exte...

Page 75: ...g covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not needregular maintenance Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you ve had a crash do you need new belts After a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during amore severe crash then you neednew belts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision da...

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Page 78: ...Vehicle Break In Ignition Positions Starting Your Gasoline Engine Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped Automatic Transmission Operation Four wheel Drive If Equipped Parking Brake Shifting Into Park P Shifting Out of Park P Parking Over Things That Burn 2 29 2 29 2 30 2 30 2 33 2 33 2 40 2 42 2 44 2 52 2 62 2 64 2 64 2 68 2 70 2 7 1 Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You re Parked Locking Rear A...

Page 79: ...hicle with the ignition keyis dangerous for manyreasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with young children 2 2 ...

Page 80: ...fall out Whena door is locked the inside handle won t open it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle This may not be so obvious You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehiclein a crash if the doors aren t locked Wear safety belts properly lock your doors and you willbe far better off whenever you drive your vehicle There are several ...

Page 81: ...he 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 four door models the manual 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 4 ...

Page 82: ...osed If the cargo doors are closed the vehicle doors will lock when a power door lock switch is pressed Child Security Locks If Equipped With this feature you can lock the rear side doors so they can t be opened from the inside by passengers Move the button up to engage the security feature Move thebutton down to return the door locks to normal operation Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the...

Page 83: ...0 of Industry Canada Operation issubject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to thissystemby other thanan authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment This system has a range of ab...

Page 84: ...ntil the ignition isturned on Matching Transmitter s To Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go toyour dealer When the dealermatches the replacement transmitter to your ...

Page 85: ...ystem The transmitterdoes not send the same signal twice to thereceiver The receiver will not respond to a signalit has been sent previously This preventsanyone from recording and playingback the signal from the transmitter To resynchronize your transmitter stand close to your vehicle and simultaneously press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the transmitter for at least five seconds The doo...

Page 86: ...te If your vehicle has a tailgate you must raise the rear glass before loweringthe tailgate To open the glass from the outside use your key With the key in the lock turn the key to the right to release the glass then lift itup To release the glass from the inside use the electric tailgate glass release switch on the instrument panel For more information see Tailgate Electric Glass Release in the I...

Page 87: ... sure both doors are latched securely To lock the rear doors from outside the vehicle put your key in the lock and turn it to theright If you have power door locks you can lock the side doors as wellas the rear doors from inside the vehicle For more information see Power Door Locks in thissection Theft Vehicle theft is big business especiallyin some cities Although your vehicle has a number of the...

Page 88: ... is turned witha valid key Ifa correct key is not used fuel is disabled During normal operation the SECURITY light will go off after the engine is started If the engine stalls and the SECURITY light flashes wait until the light stops flashing before trying to restart the engine Remember to releasethe key from the STARTposition as soon as the engine starts If you are driving and the SECURITY light ...

Page 89: ...h new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get newbrake linings See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information Avoid making hard stops for the first 0 Don t tow a trailer during break in Ignition Positions Use your key to startyour vehicle The key lets you turn the ignition switch to five differentpositions C A L E ACCESSO...

Page 90: ...steering wheel left and rightwhile you turn the key hard But turn the key only with your hand Using a tool to forceit could break the key or the ignition switch If none of this works then your vehicle needs service Starting Your Gasoline Engine If you have a diesel engine see Starting Your Diesel Engine in the Diesel Engine Supplement Move your shift leverto PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine won t s...

Page 91: ... won t start or starts but then stops wait 15seconds and start over When the engine starts let go of the key andthe acceleratorpedal NOTICE Your engineis designedto work withthe electronicsin your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your enginemight not perform properl...

Page 92: ...ounded outlet could causean electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord intoa properly grounded three prong 110 voltAC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sureto unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it...

Page 93: ...osition touse when you start your engine because your vehicle can t move easily It is dangerous toget out of your vehicle if the shift leveris not fully inPARK P with the parking brake firmlyset Your vehicle can roll Don t leaveyour vehicle when the engine is running unlessyou have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your v...

Page 94: ...esn 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 Shifting outof PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engineis racing runningat high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal yourvehicle couldmove very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Don t shift out of PARK P or NEUTRA...

Page 95: ...you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on I f you manually selectSECOND 2 the transmission will drive in second gear You may use this feature for reducing torque to the rear wheels when you are trying to start your vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You ...

Page 96: ...4H or 4 WHEEL LOW 4L positions for a long time on dry or wet pavement could shorten the life of your vehicle s drivetrain Front Axle Locking Feature The front axle locks and unlocks automatically when you shift the transfer case Some delay 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 a slight...

Page 97: ... you need extra traction and in most off road situations Some delay between shifting intofour wheel drive and the indicator s lighting is normal If the front axlelight does not go out immediately after you shift out of four wheel drive have your dealer check your system L Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL N can cause yourvehicle to roll even if the transmission is inPARK P You or someone else ...

Page 98: ... WHEEL LOW 4L or N NEUTRAL 1 Slow the vehicle to aroll about 1 to 3 mph 2 to 5 kmdh and shift the transmission into NEUTRAL N 2 Shift the transfer case shift lever in one quick continuous motion Don t pause in NEUTRAL N as you shift the transfer case into 4 WHEEL LOW 4L or the gears could clash Remember that driving in 4 WHEEL HIGH 4H or 4 WHEEL LOW 4L may reduce fuel economy Also driving in four ...

Page 99: ...matically engage four wheel drive Driving in this moderesults in slightly lower fuel economy than 2HI 4HI Use 4HI when you need extra traction such as on snowyoricy roads orinmost off road situations This setting also engages your front axle to help drive your vehicle 4LO This settingalso engages your front axle and delivers extra torque You may never need4LO It sends maximum power to all four whe...

Page 100: ...ifting into 4LO is to have your vehicle moving 1 to 2 mph 1 6 to 3 2 km h Press and release the 4LO switch You must wait for the 4LO indicator lightto stop flashing and remain illuminated before shifting your transmission in gear If the 4LO switch is pressed when your vehicle is in gear and or moving the 4LO indicator light will flash for 30 seconds and not complete the shift unlessyour vehicle is...

Page 101: ...d 8 Turn the ignition to OFF 9 Place the transmission shift lever in PARK P 10 Release the parking brake prior to towing Shifting Outof Neutral To shift out of neutral 1 Set the parking brake and apply the regular brake pedal 2 Start the vehicle with the transmissionin PARK P 3 Press the button for the desired transfer case shift position 2HI 4HI AUTO 4WD or 4LO 4 Put the transmission in NEUTRAL N...

Page 102: ... in the Index That sectionshows what to dofirst to keep the trailer from moving Shifting Into PARK P It canbe dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmlyset Your vehicle canroll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairl...

Page 103: ...on Pull the lever toward you Move the lever up as far as it will go 3 If you have four wheel drive be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL N 4 Turn the ignition key to LOCK 5 Remove the key and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P 2 26 ...

Page 104: ...he shift lever intoPARK P hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you If you can itmeans that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t shiftyour transmission into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put toomuch force on the parking pawl in the ...

Page 105: ...plication Then move theshift lever into the gear you want If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift outof PARK P try this 1 2 3 4 5 Turn the key to OFF Apply and holdthe brake until the end of Step 4 Shift the vehicle to NEUTRAL N Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want Have the brake transmission shift interlock system fixed as soon as you can Parking Over Th...

Page 106: ...e 0 Drive it onlywith all the windows down to 0 Have your vehicle fixed immediately modified improperly blow out anyCO and Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not to park with the engine running But if ever you have to here are some things to know A CAUTLN Idling the engine with the air system control off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle see the earlier Caution under...

Page 107: ...oll even if your shift lever is inPARK P So be surethe transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL N Always set your parking brake Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in theIndex If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Locking Rear Axle If Equipped If you have this feature your locking rear axle can give you additional tract...

Page 108: ...h of the side doors The driver sdoor has a switch for the passenger windows as well Your power windows will workwhen the ignition has been turned toACC or RUN Push the rear of the switch with the power window symbol on it to lower the window Push the front of the switch with the power window symbol on it to raise the window 2 31 ...

Page 109: ...t from the driver sposition when the front driver s side switch is in LOCK When the switch is moved to NORM the rear power windows will operate again Electric Tailgate Glass Release Before operating your electric tailgate glass release see the cautionunder Your Doors and How They Work in this section The electric hatch release button lets you release the tailgate glass To release the glass press t...

Page 110: ...the vehicle To tilt thewheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Movethe steering wheel to acomfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your 0 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator 0 Headlamp HighLow Beam Changer 0 Windshield Wipers 0 Windshield Washer 0 Cruise Control If Equipped 2 33 ...

Page 111: ...til you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it If you move the lever all the way up or down and the arrow flashes at twice thenormal rate a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers may not see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs ...

Page 112: ...b further to HIGH To stop the wipers move the knob to OFF Damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drivesafely To avoid damage be sureto clear iceand snow from the wiper blades before using them If they are frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become damaged get new blades or blade inserts Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers The win...

Page 113: ...ue with three more wipes and then return to the setting that was chosen before the lever was pushed The rear window washer uses the same fluid bottle as the front windshield washer If the fluid level is low in the washer fluid bottle you may not beable to wash your rear window If you can wash yourwindshield but not your rear window check the fluid level Windshield Washer At the top of the lever th...

Page 114: ...oes not work atspeedsbelow 25 mph 40 km h When you apply yourbrakes cruise controlshuts off 0 0 Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning andyou could lose control D...

Page 115: ... of course shuts off the cruise control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can move the cruise control switch from ON to R A Resume Accelerate for about half a second You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there Remember if you hold the switch at R A longer than half a second the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the swit...

Page 116: ...t button for less than half a second Each time you do this you ll go 1mph 1 6 km h slower 0 To slow down in very small amounts push the Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to thecruise control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise cont...

Page 117: ...peed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition your cruise control set speed memory is erased Exterior Lamps Your parkingkeadlamp knob is on the driver sside of your instrument panel Rotate the knob to the right to the parking lampsymbol to turn on the following Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Clearance Lamps If Equipped Taillamps 2 40 ...

Page 118: ...l flicker on and off Have your headlamp wiring checked right away if this happens Headlamps On Reminder A buzzer will sound when your headlamps are turned on and your ignition is in OFF LOCK or ACCESSORY If you need to useyour headlamps when the ignition switch is in OFF LOCK or ACCESSORY the buzzer can be turned off by turning the thumb wheel next to the parkingheadlamp switch all the way down Da...

Page 119: ... Rotate the thumb wheel up to the first notch to return the radio display and gear shift indicatorLED display to fullintensity when the headlamps or parking lamps are on To t u r non thedome lamps with the vehicle doors closed rotate the thumb wheel up to the second notch position Illuminated Entry Your vehicle is equipped with an illuminated entry feature When the doors are opened thedome lamps w...

Page 120: ... operation press the switch button again and return it to the out position With the button in this position the dome lamps willcome on when youopen the door Reading Lamps If your vehicle has reading lamps press the button next to thelamp to turn the lamp on The lamps can be adjusted to point in the direction you want If your vehicle has an overhead console with reading lamps press the button next ...

Page 121: ...omaticallydims to the proper level to minimize glare from lights behind you after dark Pull the tab under the mirror rearward to reduce glare from headlamps behind you after dark Push the tab forward for normal daytime operation The mirror also includes an eight point compass display in the upper right corner of the mirror face When on the compass automaticallycalibrates as the vehicle isdriven 2 ...

Page 122: ...side of the switch located at the bottom of the mirror turns the electrochromic mirror on and off The AUTO LED will come on when the electrochromic mirror is turned on To turn the mirror on press and holdthe MIRROR button for three seconds The mirror willdarken and remain dark until the button is released To turn the mirror off press and release the MIRROR button If after two seconds the display d...

Page 123: ...st for compass variance Compass variance is the difference between earth s magnetic north and true geographic north If not adjusted to account for compass variance your compass could give false readings To adjust forcompass variance 1 Use the COMPbutton located at the bottom of the mirror 2 Press and hold the COMP button for three seconds until a zone number appears in the display 3 Find your curr...

Page 124: ...nbe used asa compass or to indicate outside a i rtemperature Temperature Display The temperaturecan be displayed by pressing theTEMP side of the switch Pressing the TEMP switch once briefly will toggle thetemperature reading on and off To alternate the temperature reading between Fahrenheit and Celsius pressand hold the TEMP button for three seconds until the display blinks Fo and CO Press and rel...

Page 125: ...the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing Compass Calibration If after two seconds the display does not showa compass heading N for North for example there may be a strong magnetic field interfering with the compass Such interference may be caused by a magnetic antenna mount magnetic note pad holder or a similar magnetic item If the letter X should ever appear in ...

Page 126: ...he bottom of the mirror until the new zone number appears in thedisplay After you stop pressing the button in the displaywill show a compass direction within a few seconds Outside Manual Adjust Mirrors Adjust your outside mirrors so you can justsee the side of your vehicle and have a clear view of objects behind you Somemirrors can be folded in to enter narrow doorways The use of hood mounted air ...

Page 127: ...uipped with the camper type mirrors they can be adjusted so you can have a clear view of objects behind you 1 To adjust themirrors when hauling a slide in camper or towing a trailer rotate the mirror by pushing the mirror head toward the front of the vehicle 2 50 ...

Page 128: ...ve electricmirrors they can be adjusted to point where you want from inside the vehicle Select the mirror you want to move by moving the center of the switch located on the driver s door armrest to L left or R right Then adjust the mirror angle by pressing the outer arrows on the switch until the mirror is adjusted where you want it 2 51 ...

Page 129: ...A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hita vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Storage Compartments Your vehicle has a variety of storage compartments de...

Page 130: ...nd loop patch Press it firmly tothe back of your garage door opener as close tothe center of the opener as possible 3 Center the garage door opener activation button over the console door button and press the opener firmly into place The pegs inside the compartment door areused to make sure the button on the compartment door will contact the control button on the garage dooropener 4 Add one peg at...

Page 131: ...the PUSH button slightly to operate the opener 6 Adjust the position of the garagedoor opener and add orremove pegs as needed until the opener operates properly Sunglasses Compartment The centeroverhead compartmentcan be used to conveniently store your sunglasses I To open the centercompartment press the release button located at the rear of the compartmentdoor Place your sunglasses in the compart...

Page 132: ...he rear of the compartment door Instrument Panel Cupholder Your vehicle has a cupholder in the middle of the instrumentpanel Center Floor Console If Equipped Your vehicle may have a consolecompartment between the bucket seats To close the cupholder slide it back into the instrument panel To open it lift the latch handle and swing the door open 2 55 ...

Page 133: ... console Your vehicle may have a memo holder attached to front of the console Use to hold pads of paper or similar items the it Your vehicle may havea cassette compactdisc holder at the front of the console The holder will store up to four compact disc cases up to four cassettetape cases or any combinationof these items that adds up to four 2 56 ...

Page 134: ... Engage the rear tabs first and then press the front portion in place Armrest Storage Compartment If Equipped Your vehicle may have a center armrest storage compartment in the front bench seat To open it fold down the armrest and press the latch handle located at the front of the armrest Then letthe lid pop up and swing open The storagecompartment has a cassette compact disc holder The holder will...

Page 135: ... in the instrument panel Use these spaces for items such as gloves or small books Some models have a storage pocket oneach of the front doors You can use the pocket to store a variety of small items 4 DoorUtility Rear Storage Compartment If you have a four door utility model it has a storage compartment located in the rear cargo area of the vehicle in the driver s side trim panel To open the compa...

Page 136: ...t to cover items in the cargo area of your vehicle To use the shade pull the shade handle toward the rear of the vehicle Latch the shade posts into the retaining sockets on the cargo area trim panels To return the shade to the shadeholder pull up on the shade handle to release the shade posts from the retaining sockets Let the shade move forward and latch the shade posts into the front most retain...

Page 137: ...r s sidetrim panel slot Push the shade holder toward the passenger s side of the vehicle and place the tab in the driver s side trim panel slot Make sure the tab goes all the way in the slot Lightly pullon the shade holder to make sureit is secure Then pull the shadeto the desired position and secure the shade posts in the appropriate retaining sockets There are cargo tie downs in the rear cargo a...

Page 138: ...our vehicle For more information on vehicle capacity and loading see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you re driving check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and cargo arestill securely fastened Be sure the cargo is properly loaded 0 e a If small heavy objects are placed on the roof place the load in the area over the rear wheels behind the rear si...

Page 139: ...ter Front Ashtray The frontashtray is located at the bottom of the instrument panel Pull onthe notch in the ashtraydoor to open it NOTICE If you store paper or other things that burn in your ashtrays they could be set on fire by cigarettes or other smoking materials That could cause a fire and possibly damage your vehicle Do not store papers and other things that burn in your ashtrays To remove th...

Page 140: ...ng it will pop back by itself NOTICE Holding a cigarette lighter in with your hand while itis heating canmake it overload damaging the lighter and the heating element Just push the lighter all the way in and let go When it s done heating it will pop backby itself Accessory Power Outlets Two auxiliary power outlets are located near the cigarette lighter Use these outlets to power mobile telephones ...

Page 141: ...Transmitter If Equipped Some visors have mirrors with lights If the mirror has lights they will come on when you lift the mirror cover This transmitter allows you to consolidatethe functions of upto three individual hand held transmitters It will operate garagedoors andgates or with the accessory package other devices controlledby radio frequencysuch as home office lighting and security systems Th...

Page 142: ...nitializes the memory and erases any previous settings for all three channels 2 Hold the end of the hand held transmitter against the bottom surface of the universal transmitter so that Changes and modifications to this system by otherthan you can still seethe red light an authorizedservice facility could void authorization to 3 Decide which one of the three channels you want to use thisequipment ...

Page 143: ... the effective transmission range of the universal transmitter may differ from the hand held transmitter and from one channelto another Erasing Channels To erase all three programmed channels hold down the two outsidebuttons until the redlight begins toflash Individual channels cannot beerased but can be reprogrammed using the procedure for programming the transmitter explained earlier Training a ...

Page 144: ... button on the garage door opener receiver for one to two seconds 5 Return to your vehicle and press the programmed button on the universal transmitter until the red light flashes rapidly about two seconds 6 Release the button then pressit again to confii that it was programmedto the garage dooropener receiver You may nowuse eitherthe universal transmitter or the hand held transmitter toopen your ...

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Page 146: ...io System H Comfort Control System I Glove Box J Ashtray K Cupholder L Auxiliary Power Outlets M Storage Area or Compact Disc Player N Rear Window Defogger Switch If Equipped 0 Automatic Transfer Case Switch If Equipped P Tilt Lever If Equipped Q Parking Brake Release R Hood Release S Fuse Block If Equipped 2 69 ...

Page 147: ...APPLY BRAKE TO SHIFT FROM PARK United States version shown Canadian similar Your instrument clusteris designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you have and many other things you ll need to know to drive safelyand economically 2 70 ...

Page 148: ...he driver s door to show the oldmileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you howfar your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero To reset the trip odometer fully press the reset button located near the trip odometer readout If the reset button is not fully pressed the trip odometer may not go all the way back to zero ...

Page 149: ...dvice Waiting to do repairscan be costly and even dangerous So please get toknow your warning lights and gages They re a big help Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START a tone will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts unless the driver s safety belt is already buckled The safety beltlight will also come on and stay on for about 20...

Page 150: ...e ready to warn youif there is a problem Charging SystemWarning Light The charging system warning light should come on briefly when you turn on the ignition before starting the engine as a check to show you it is working After the engine starts the light should go out If it stays on or comes on while you are driving you may have a problem with your charging system It could indicate a problem with ...

Page 151: ...hecharging system to createmaximum power You can only drivefor a short time with thereading in either warning zone If you must drive turn off all unnecessary accessories Readings in eitherwarning zone indicate a possible problem in the electrical system Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible Brake SystemWarning Light When the ignition is on the brake systemwarning light will come on when yo...

Page 152: ...er you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service Anti Lock Brake SystemWarning Light With the anti lock brake system this lightwill come on when you start your ANTI LOCK engine and may stay on for several seconds That s normal If the light stays on or comes on when you re driving your vehicle needs service If the regular brake system warning light isn t on you...

Page 153: ...x Malfunction IndicatorLamp Service Engine Soon Light Gasoline Engine I Your vehicle is equipped _ _ SERVICE ENGINE fuel ignition and emission with a computer which monitors operation of the SOON Icontrol systems This system is called OBD I1 On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intendedto assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a clean...

Page 154: ...y berequired 0 Light On Steady An emission control system malfunctionhas been detected on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may berequired If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle Reducing vehicle speed 0 Avoiding hard accelerations 0 Avoiding steep uphill grades 0 If you are towing a trailer reduce the amount of car...

Page 155: ...r are sucked into the fuel line causing a misfire The system can detect this Adding fuel shouldcorrect this condition Make sure to install the fuel capproperly It will takea few driving trips to turn the light off If so be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel see Fuel in the Index Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed You may notice this asstalling a...

Page 156: ... indicate the normal operatingrange A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerouslylow oil level or otherproblem causing low oil pressure Check your oil as soon as possible aCAUTIOl Don t keepdriving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catchesfire You or others could beburned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced ...

Page 157: ... Four wheel Drive Warning Light If Equipped If your vehicle is equipped with the Automatic Four Wheel Drive Transfer Case it has a computer which controls thefour wheel drive system This light should come on briefly when you turnon the SERVICE 4WD ignition as a check to show you it is working The SERVICE 4WD light comes on to indicate that there may be a problem with the Automatic Four Wheel Drive...

Page 158: ...ECK GAGES Check Gages Light This light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving it couldindicate a problem with yourvehicle It could be a problem with your oilpressure coolant temperature or some other problem Check your various gages to see if they are in the warning zones If they are have your vehicle serviced right away Turn ...

Page 159: ... fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated For example the gage mayhave indicated the tank was halffull but it actually took a little more or lessthan halfthe tank s capacityto fill the tank 0 The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or The gage doesn t go back to EMPTY E when you speed up turn off the ignition None of these indicatea problem with the fuelgage For information on how to fi...

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Page 162: ...owDefogger If Equipped Audio Systems Settingthe Clock AM FM StereoRadio Playing the Radio AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player If Equipped 3 14 3 18 3 19 3 23 3 24 3 27 3 27 3 28 3 29 3 29 3 29 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped CD Adapter Kit AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Playerand Automatic Tone Control If Equipped Remote Compact Disc Player If Equipped The...

Page 163: ...lyof the function knob setting Move theknob to theright toward the red area for warmer air Movethe knob to the left toward the blue area for cooler air Mode Knob The right knob on the control panel allows you to choose the direction of air delivery The control knob can be placed in any position between any two mode settings to blend the flow of air e VENT This setting directs air through the instr...

Page 164: ...he relative temperatureof the air flowinginto the passenger area of your vehicle This knob will allow you to adjust the relative air temperature independently of the function knob setting Move theknob to the right toward the red area for warmer air Movethe knob to the left toward the blue area for cooler air Mode Knob The right knob on the control panel allows you to choose the direction of air de...

Page 165: ...are located above the front and second seats The front and rear overhead controls let you increase and decrease the airflow at the rear vents To operate the rear air conditioning system the front air conditioning system must be on With the front air conditioning system off the rear system controls can be used to only circulate air in the rearof the vehicle To operate the rear system using the fron...

Page 166: ...r vents move the switch marked REAR HEAT to the blower speed you want To adjust the airflow speed turn the fan control knob The knob has three speed positions To increase the flow on the left side of the control panel to the desired of heated air move the switch toward HIGH To decreasethe flow of heated air move it toward LOW TO To activate the rear control move the fan knob on the turn the fan of...

Page 167: ...est The recirculation button between the fan and temperature knobs allows the air inside your vehicle to be recirculated This setting helps to maximize your air conditioner s performance and your vehicle s fuel economy This setting also cools the air the fastest and can be used to keep unwanted odors and or dust from entering the vehicle When usingthe air conditioner turn off recirculation after t...

Page 168: ... passenger compartment in cold weather The use of an engine coolant heater also reducesthe time it takes for the engine to reach normal operating temperature and shortensthe time it takes the heater to reach full output For more information see Engine Coolant Heater in the Index Ventilation System For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed use VENT to direct outside air...

Page 169: ...ance of fogging the inside of your windows When you enter a vehicle in cold weather turnthe blower fan toHI for a few moments before driving This helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your windows Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects Thishelps air to circulate throughout your vehicle The useof hood air deflectors may a...

Page 170: ...clear the window of as much snow or ice as possible The defogger will shut itself off after several minutes If you need additionalwarming time press the button again You can turn thedefogger off at any time by pressing the button If your vehicle is equipped with the optional heated outside rearview mirrors the rear window defogger button will activate the rear window defogger and the heated outsid...

Page 171: ...he display Setting the Clock for Systems with Automatic Tone Control Press andhold HRuntil the correct hour appears onthe display Press and hold MN until the correct minute appears on the display To display the clockwith the ignition off press RECALL or HFUMN and the time will be displayed for a few seconds There is an initial two second delay before the clockgoes into the time set mode Playing th...

Page 172: ...tton thestation you set will return 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton In addition to the four stations already set up to three more stationsmay bepreset on each band by pressing two adjoining buttons at the same time Just 1 Tune in the desired station 2 Press SET SET will appear on the display 3 Press two adjoining buttons at the sametime within five seconds Whenever you press the same two bu...

Page 173: ...M FM1 and FM2 TUNE Turn the lower knob to tune in radio stations SEEK Press the right arrow to tune to the nexthigher station and the left arrow to tune tothe next lower station and stay there PUSHBUTTONS The four numberedpushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 21 stations seven AM seven FM1 and seven FM2 Just 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select the band 3 Tu...

Page 174: ...on is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Adjusting the Speakers BAL Turn the controlbehind the upper knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Turn the controlbehind the lower knob tomove the sound to the front orrear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers Playing a Cassette Tap...

Page 175: ...e volume The knob is capable of being rotated continuously RECALL Display the time with the ignition off by pressing this button When the radio is playing press this button to recall the station frequency SCV Your system has a feature called Speed Compensated Volume SCV With SCV your audio system adjusts automaticallyto make upfor road and wind noise as you drive Set the volume at the desired leve...

Page 176: ...and hold one of the six pushbuttons Thesound will mute When it returns release the button Whenever you press that numbered button the station you set will return and the tone you selected will be automatically selected for that button 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton P SCAN The preset scan button lets you scan through your favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons Selecteither the AM FMl ...

Page 177: ... rotated the AUTO TONEdisplay will go blank Use PUSHBUTTONS to program AUTO TONE Adjusting the Speakers BAL Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position Turn the control to the right to adjust sound to the right speakers and to the left to adjust sound to the left speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Press lightly on this knob to release it...

Page 178: ... from one sideof the tape to the other NEXT 3 Press the NEXT button or the SEEK right arrow to search for thenext selection A minimum three second blank gap is required for the player to stop at the beginning of the selection The tape direction arrow will blink during the SEEK operation The sound will mute while searching for the next selection REV 4 Press this button to rapidly reverse the tape t...

Page 179: ... If this message appears on the display the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player inthe Index After youclean the player press and hold EJECTfor five secondsto reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset CD Adapter...

Page 180: ...ssary to overcome noise at any particular speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive If you don t want to use SCV turn the control all the way down Each notch on the control ring allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FMI and FM2 The displaywill show your selection TUNE Press this knob...

Page 181: ...for the locationyou are in the r d o display will showthe channel number PI P6 for several seconds before advancing to the next preset station Setting the Tone BASS Press lightly on this knob to release it from its storedposition Turn the knob to the right to increase bass and to the left todecrease bass When the BASS control is rotated the AUTO TONEdisplay will go blank TREB Press lightlyon this ...

Page 182: ...disc should play CD and a CD symbol will also appearon the display Anytime you are playing a CD the letters CD will be next to the CD symbol If the disc comes back out and ERR appears on the display it could be that You are driving ona very rough road The disc should play when the road gets smoother The disc is upside down 0 It is dirty scratched or wet 0 It is very humid If so wait about an hour ...

Page 183: ... return to the time display AM FM While in the CD mode press thisbutton to stop playing the CD and play the radio The CD symbol will still display but the wordCD will be replaced with either AM FM1 or FM2 If theradio is turned off the disc stays in the player and will resume playing at the point where it stopped CD AUX To switch between the player and theradio when a disc is playing press the AM F...

Page 184: ...cts the disc and playerfrom damage The disc will not start playing To remove the disc press the EJECT button and remove the disc from the player All of the compact disc functions are controlled by the radio buttons except for EJECT When a disc is in the player a CD symbol will appear on the display When a disc is playing the letters CD will appear next to the CD symbol in the bottom left corner Th...

Page 185: ...seehow long the track has been playing When a new track starts toplay the track number will also appear Press RECALL a third time and the time of day will be displayed TAPE AUX With a disc loaded in the player and the radio playing press this button once to play thecompact disc To return to playing the radio press AM FM If both a cassette tape and CD are loaded press TAPE AUX to switch between the...

Page 186: ... Press HR to make thefirst one or two digits agree with yourcode with yourcode 8 Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down The displaywill show REP to letyou know thatyou need to repeat Steps 5 through 7 to confirmyour secret code 9 Press AM FMand this time the display will show SEC to let you know that your radio is secure The indicator by th...

Page 187: ...C shows on the display 4 Press MN and 000 will appear on the display 5 Press MN again to make the lasttwo digits agree with your code 6 Press HR to make thefirst one or two digits agree with yourcode 7 Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret codeyou have written down The display will show indicating thatthe radio is no longer secured If the code entered is incorrect S...

Page 188: ... be loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjustingthe volume control on your radio toa safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss ordamage Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting 0 Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before youadd any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile telepho...

Page 189: ...d quality clean the tape player The recommended cleaning method for your cassette tape player is the use ofa scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealership GM Part No 12344789 When using a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette it is normal f...

Page 190: ...y to show the indicator was reset Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective casesand away from direct sunlight and dust If the surface of a disc is soiled dampen a c...

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Page 192: ...fensiveDriving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Steering Off Road Recovery Passing Loss of Control Off Road Driving with Your Four Wheel Drive Vehicle Driving at Night 4 30 4 33 4 34 4 35 4 36 4 36 4 38 4 41 4 43 4 45 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads City Driving Freeway Driving Before Leaving on a Long Trip Highway Hypnosis Hills and Mountains Winter Driving Recreational Vehicle Towin...

Page 193: ...reventableof accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s thebest defensivedriving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating ona cellular telephone call rea...

Page 194: ...cohol There are good medical psychological and developmentalreasons for these laws The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the problem The B...

Page 195: ...ited States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on howmuch alcohol is in thedrinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well belowa BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0 05 percent and that the effects ...

Page 196: ...ad not been drinking Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment canbe affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Please don tdrink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab orif you re with a group designate a driver whowill not drink Contr...

Page 197: ...hether it s pavement or gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread the condition of your brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking Somepeople drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic Thisis a mistake Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops Your brakes wi...

Page 198: ...is is normal ANTI LOCK If there s a problem with the anti lock brake system this warning light will stay on See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light in the Index Here s howanti lock works Let s say the road is wet You re driving safely Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you You slam on the brakes Here s whathappens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels ...

Page 199: ...se to the vehicle in front of you you won thave time to apply yourbrakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes Using Anti Lock Don t pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti lock work for you You may feel the brakes vibrate or you maynotice some noise but this is normal On vehicles with four...

Page 200: ...u ve ever tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice you ll understand this The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the angle at whch the curve is banked and your speed While you re in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you re steering througha sharp curve Thenyou suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleratio...

Page 201: ...ly your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in thissection It is better to remove asmuch speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attentionand a quick decision If you are holding the steeringwheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a full 180de...

Page 202: ...other vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupiesthe same lane asoncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to facewith the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing Drive ahead Look d...

Page 203: ...ed up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot 0 Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before movingout of the right lane topass When you arefar enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in y...

Page 204: ...d 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 the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is onthe road For sa...

Page 205: ...ng safer and more enjoyable Before You Go Off Roading There are some things to do before you go out For example be sure tohave all necessary maintenance and service work done Check to make sure all underbody shields if so equipped are properly attached Be sure you read all the information about your four wheel drive vehicle in this manual Is there enough fuel Is the spare tire fully inflated Are t...

Page 206: ...es in theIndex Environmental Concerns Off road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation However it also raises environmental concerns GM recognizes these concerns and urges every off roader to follow these basic rules for protecting the environment Always use established trails roads and areas that have been specially set aside for public off road recreational driving obey all poste...

Page 207: ... mean Tune your senses to differentkinds of signals Your eyes forexample need to constantlysweep the terrain for unexpected obstacles Your ears need to listen for unusual tire or engine sounds With your arms hands feet and body you ll need to respond to vibrations and vehicle bounce Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off road driving One of the best ways to control your vehicle is t...

Page 208: ... later 0 Will you have to stop suddenly or change direction quickly When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain keep a firm grip on the steering wheel Ruts troughs or other surface featurescan jerk the wheel out of your hands if you re not prepared When youdrive over bumps rocks or other obstacles your wheels can leave the ground If this happens even with one or two wheels you can t control the...

Page 209: ... smooth constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top On a large hill the incline may get steeper as you near the top but you may not see thisbecause the crest of the hillis hidden by bushes grass or shrubs Here are some other things to consider as you approach a hill a a a a a a Is there a constant incline or does the hillget sharply steepe...

Page 210: ...traction slide sideways and possibly roll over You could be seriously injuredor killed When driving up hills always try to go straight up Ease up on your speed as you approach the topof the hill 0 Attach a flagto the vehicle to make you more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills 0 Sound the horn as you approach the topof the hill to let opposing traffic know you re there Use your headl...

Page 211: ...ng wheel at the 12o clockposition This way you llbe able to tell if your wheelsare straight and maneuver as you back down It s best thatyou back down the hill with your wheels straightrather than in the left or right direction Turningthe wheel too far to the left or right will increase the possibility of a rollover Here are some things you must nut do if you stall or are about to stall when going ...

Page 212: ...ansfer case toNEUTRAL N when you leave thevehicle Leave it in some gear L CAUTION Shiftingthe transfer case to NEUTRAL N can cause your vehicle to roll even ifthe transmissionis inPARK P This is because the NEUTRAL N position onthe transfer case overridesthe transmission You or someone else could beinjured If you are going to leaveyour vehicle set the parking brake andshift the transmissionto PARK...

Page 213: ...ek bank or even a river bottom with large rocks If you decide you can go down a hill safely then try tc keep your vehicle headed straight down and usea lou gear This way engine drag can help your brakes and they won t have to doall the work Descend slowly keeping your vehicle under control at all times Heavy brakingwhen going down a hill can cause your brakes to overheat and fade This could cause ...

Page 214: ...traightdown Never go downhill with the transmission in NEUTRAL N This is called free wheeling Your brakes will have to do all the work and could overheat and fade Qt Am I likely to stall when going downhill A It s much more likely to happen going uphill Butif it happens going downhill here s what to do Stop your vehicle by applying the regular brakes Apply the parking brake 0 Shift toPARK P and wh...

Page 215: ...e a downhill slide or a rollover Surface conditions can be a problem when you drive across a hill Loose gravel muddy spots or even wet grass can cause your tires to slip sideways downhill If the vehicle slips sideways it can hit something that will trip it a rock a rut etc and roll over Hidden obstacles can make the steepnessof the incline even worse If you drive across a rock with the uphill whee...

Page 216: ... on an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you re crossing an incline be sure you and yourpassengers get out on the uphill side even if the door there is harder to open If you get out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll over you ll beright in its path If you have to walk downthe slope stay out of the path the vehicle willtake if it does roll over I aCAUTION Getting out on the downh...

Page 217: ...ion Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction On thesesurfaces it s veryeasy to lose control On wet ice forexample the traction is so poor that you will have difficulty accelerating And if you do get moving poor steeringand difficult braking can cause you to slide out of control Driving on frozen lakes ponds or rivers can be dangerous Underwater springs currents under the ice or sudde...

Page 218: ... away the ground from under yourtires and you could lose traction and roll the vehicle over Don t drive through rushing water See DrivingThrough Water in the Index for more informationon driving through water After Off RoadDriving Remove any brush or debristhat has collected on the underbody chassis or under the hood These accumulationscan be a fire hazard After operation in mud or sand have the b...

Page 219: ... 0 0 0 0 Drive defensively Don t drink and drive Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you Since you can t see as well you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your headlamps can light up only so much roadahead In remote areas watch for animals If you re tired pull off the road in ...

Page 220: ...dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approachingheadlamps Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glareat night is made much worse by dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust Dirty...

Page 221: ...ape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and trafficsignals pavement markings the edge of the road andeven people walking It s wise to keep your wiping equipment in goodshape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber startto separate f...

Page 222: ...void puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them A CAUTION I Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddleof water or a car wash apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally 4 31 ...

Page 223: ...ing usually happens at higher speeds There just isn ta hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice isto slow down when it israining Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE If you drive too quickly 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 ...

Page 224: ...a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the cityjust as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green andjust beforeyou start to move ...

Page 225: ...ce ramp you shouldbegin to check traffic Try to determinewhere you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switchon your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothlywith the traffic flow Once you are onthe freeway adjust your speedto the posted limit or to the prevailingrate if it s slower ...

Page 226: ...ur vehicle ready for a longtrip If you keep it servicedand maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have itdone before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in GM dealershipsall across North America They ll be ready and willingto help if you need it Here are some things you can check before atrip 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 WindshieldWasherFluid Is the reservoir full Are...

Page 227: ...cle can leave the road in less thana second and you could crashand be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips 0 Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior 0 Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instrumentsfrequently 0 If you get sleepy pull off the road...

Page 228: ...ON Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot thatthey wouldn t workwell You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill 0 Know how to go uphill Youmay want to shift down to a lower gea...

Page 229: ...flective warning triangles And if you will bedriving under severe conditions include a smallbag of sand a piece of old carpet or acouple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow orIce Most of the time those places where yourtires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between yourtires and the...

Page 230: ...lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have an anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock in the Index Allow greater following distance on any slippery road 0 Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that s covered with ice On an otherwise c...

Page 231: ...n help and keep yourself and your passengers safe 0 Turn on your hazard flashers 0 Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If youhave no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep w...

Page 232: ...eps the battery or batteries charged You will need a well charged battery or batteries to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while If you have a diesel engine you may have torun it at a higher speed to get enough heat Then shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine again and rep...

Page 233: ... properly tow these vehicles they should be placed on a platform trailer with all four wheels off the ground Towing withall four wheels on the ground should be avoided In rare cases when it s unavoidablethat a two wheel drive vehicle is to be towed withall four wheels onthe ground the propeller shaft to axle yoke orientation should be marked and the propeller shaft removed following the applicable...

Page 234: ...e vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the towing vehicle 6 Turn theignition to OFF The OFFposition unlocks the steeringcolumn and reduces battery drain Unlockingthe steering column will allow the proper movement of the front wheels and tires during towing Loading Your Vehicle COLDTIRE PRESSURE o n The Certificatioflire label is found on the rear edgeof the driver s door The label shows the s...

Page 235: ...load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break or itcan changethe way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control Also overloadingcan shorten the life of your vehicle Using heavier suspension components to get added durability might not change your weight ratings Ask your dealer to help you load your veh...

Page 236: ...enever you can 0 Don t leave a seat folded down unless you need to There s also important loading information for off road driving in thismanual See Loading Your Vehicle for Off Road Driving in theIndex Towing a Trailer A CAL HON If you don t usethe correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when youpull a trailer For example if the traileris too heavy the brakes may not work well o...

Page 237: ...is section carefully before you pull a trailer If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here are some important points 0 0 0 0 There are many different laws including speed limit restrictions having to do with trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you ll be driving A good sourcefor this information can be state or provincial police Consider using a ...

Page 238: ...s outside temperatureand how muchyour vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important And it can also depend on any special equipmentthat you have on your vehicle Usethe following chart to determine how much your veh can weigh based upon your vehicle model and options Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming the driver and one passenger are in the tow vehicle and it has all the required t...

Page 239: ... Diesel Axle Ratio 3 08 3 42 3 73 3 42 3 73 3 42 3 73 3 42 3 73 3 42 3 42 3 73 3 42 Max Trailer Wt 5 000 lbs 2 270 kg 6 000 lbs 2 724kg 7 000 lbs 3 178kg 5 500 lbs 2 497kg 6 500 lbs 2 951 kg 6 000 lbs 2 724 kg 7 000 lbs 3 178kg 5 500 lbs 2 497kg 6 500 lbs 2 951 kg 5 500 lbs 2 497 kg 5 000 lbs 2 270 kg 6 000lbs 2724 kg 5 000lbs 2 270 kg 4 4s ...

Page 240: ...7 4L Axle Ratio 3 73 4 10 3 73 4 10 3 73 4 10 4 10 3 73 4 10 3 73 4 10 Max Trailer Wt 6 000 lbs 2 724 kg 7 500 lbs 3 405 kg 6 500 lbs 2 951kg 8 000 lbs 3 632 kg 8 500lbs 3 859kg 10 000 lbs 4 540 kg 7 000 lbs 3 178kg 6 000 lbs 2 724kg 7 500 lbs 3 405 kg 8 000 lbs 3 632 kg 10 000 lbs 4 540 kg 4 49 ...

Page 241: ...n it and the people who will be riding inthe vehicle And if you will tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carryingthat weight too See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity A B If you re using a weight carrying hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10percent of the total loaded trailer weight...

Page 242: ... weight distributinghitch and sway control of the proper size This equipment is very important for proper vehicle loading and good handling when you re driving Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you do then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get...

Page 243: ... to the rear brakes But don t use copper tubing for this If you do itwill bendand finally break off Use steel brake tubing Driving with a Trailer I If you have a rear most window openand you pull a trailer with your vehicle carbon monoxide CO could come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness or death See EngineExhaust in the Index To maximizeyour safety when towin...

Page 244: ... letsyou check your electrical connection atthe same time During yourtrip check occasionally to be sure that the load issecure and that thelamps and anytrailer brakes are still working Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can helpyou avoid situationsthat require heavy braking and sudden turns Passing Yo...

Page 245: ...ving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steepdowngrade If you don t shift down you might have to use yourbrakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well On a long uphill grade shift down and reduce your speed to around 45 mph 70 k m h to reduce the possibility of engine and transmissionoverheating If you have an automatic transmission yo...

Page 246: ...apply your parking brake and then shift to PARK P 5 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be surethe transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL N 6 Release the regular brakes I It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehiclecan roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or ...

Page 247: ...l need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engine oil axle lubricant belt cooling system and brake 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 t...

Page 248: ... to the eight wire trailer harness and the other connector to the wiring harness on the trailer Be sure that the wiring harness on the trailer is strapped to the trailer s frame and leave it loose enough so that the wiring doesn t bend or break but not so loose that it drags on the ground The technician can use the following color code chart when connecting the wiring harness to your trailer 0 Bro...

Page 249: ...arking brake or block the wheels to keep your vehicle from rolling Step Bumper Pad If your vehicle has a rear stepbumper it may be equipped with a rear steppad at the center of the bumper If you will be using the bumper to tow a trailer you must remove the center cutout circle to install the trailer ball You must also remove both outer cutouts to attach the trailer safety chains To remove the pad ...

Page 250: ... road 5 2 5 2 5 3 5 8 5 13 Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Gasoline Engines 5 15 5 22 5 22 5 22 5 39 Cooling System Gasoline Engines Engine Fan Noise If aTire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire If You reStuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 1 ...

Page 251: ...he steering column all the waydown to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and evenif the key isn t in When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If youcarry reflective triangles you can set one up at the sideof the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your ve...

Page 252: ... They contain enough electricity to I f you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you burn you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to yourvehicle that wouldn t be covered by your vehicle warranty Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it won t work and it could damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt bat...

Page 253: ... is not in NEUTRAL N 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or accessory power outlets Turn off all lamps that aren t needed as well asradios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save your radio NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty ...

Page 254: ...y get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 5 Check that thejumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could geta shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive and negative will go to a metal engine part Don t connect positiv...

Page 255: ...minal of the vehicle with the dead battery 8 good battery Now connectthe black negative cable to the good battery s negative cable Don t let theother end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to thedead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part of the vehicle with the dead battery 5 6 ...

Page 256: ...battery is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service 12 Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting Take care that they don t touch each other or any other metal A Heavy Metal Engine Part B Good Battery C Dead Battery 5 ...

Page 257: ...four wheel drive option The make model and year of your vehicle 0 Whether you can move the shift lever forthe transmission and transfer case if you have one If there was an accident what was damaged When the towing service arrives let the tow operator know that this manual contains these towing instructions The operator may wantto seethem To help avoid injury to you or others Never let passengers ...

Page 258: ...sesubstitutes ropes leather straps canvas webbing etc that can be cut by sharp edges underneath the towed vehicle Don t have your vehicle towed on the drive wheels unless youmust If thevehicle must be towed on the drive wheels be sure to follow the speed and distance restrictionslater in this section or your transmission will be damaged If these limitations must be exceeded then the drive wheels h...

Page 259: ...releasethe parking brake Four Wheel Drive Vehicles Tow Limits 55 rnph 88km h or legal speed limit distance is unlimited If your vehicle is four wheel drive use the following directions 1 Engage the parking brake 2 Turn the ignition key to OFF 3 Clamp the steering wheel in a straight aheadposition with a clamping device designed for towing service Do not use the vehicle s steering column lock for t...

Page 260: ...e the following directions 1 2 3 4 5 Engage the parking brake Turn the ignition key to OFF Clamp the steering wheel in a straight ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing service Do not use the vehicle s steeringcolumn lock for this Place the transmission in PARK P When the vehicle is hooked up release the parking brake 5 11 ...

Page 261: ...sion in PARK P 5 Put thetransfer case in NEUTRAL N See Four wheel Drive in the Index for the proper procedure to select NEUTRAL N If the engine will not start and your vehicle is equipped with the automatic transfer case you must transport the vehicle using a car carrier 6 When the vehicle is hooked up release the parking brake and turn theignition OFF to reduce battery drain NOTICE If your vehicl...

Page 262: ...way from the engine if you seeor hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyoneaway from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign ofsteam or coolantbefore you open the hood If you keepdriving when your engineis overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badlyburned Stop your engineif it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is...

Page 263: ...in a trafficjam shift toNEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE 0 If you no longer have the overheat warning youcan drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10minutes 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 push the acceleratorunt...

Page 264: ...le has air conditioning the auxiliary electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down The coolant level should be at or above the COLD mark 5 15 ...

Page 265: ...D mark add a50150 mixture of clean water preferably distilled and DEX COOL engine coolant at the coolantrecovery tank See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information A CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixturewill Your vehicle s coolant warning systemis set for the proper coo...

Page 266: ...parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and itwill burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spillcoolant ona hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at or above the COLD mark start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there s one more thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool beforeyou ...

Page 267: ...y are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system includingthe radiator pressure cap is hot Waitfor the cooling systemand radiator pressure cap to cool if youever have to turn the pressure cap 5 18 ...

Page 268: ...nd upperradiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap 5 19 ...

Page 269: ... to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant in theIndex for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the COLD mark 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off 5 20 ...

Page 270: ...iator filler neck maybe lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture through thefiller 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 21 ...

Page 271: ...g especially if you maintain yourtires properly If airgoes 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 toexpect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take yourfoot off the acceleratorpedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer tomaintain lane po...

Page 272: ... farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle at the opposite end The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire Removing the SpareTire and Tools The equipment you ll need is located in the rear cargo area You ll also find your spare tire there On two door utility and Suburban models the spare tireis located at the rear o...

Page 273: ...as illustrated with the DOWN marking facing you Insert the other end through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft Turn the ratchet to lower the spare tire to the ground Continue to turn the ratchet until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle When the tire has been lowered tilt the retainer at the end of the cable so it can be pulled up through the wheel opening Pu...

Page 274: ...o take thejack out turn the wing head bolt to the left and take it and the retainer off Take the jack and storage box out and take the tools out of the box Your vehicle may have a pair of emergency gloves secured to thejack You can use them when changing the tire or during other emergency situations Remember to replace them with thejack so you will have them if needed later To open thejack cover o...

Page 275: ...an use them when changing the tire or during other emergency situations Remember to replace them with thejack so you will have them if needed later A 1 The tools you ll be using include thejack A the jack handle extension B jack handle C wheel wrench D and the ratchet E The jack handle extension is used if the flat tire is on the rear of the vehicle Attach the jack handle andjack handle extension ...

Page 276: ...g DOWN Marking One side of the ratchet has an UP marking The other side has a DOWN marking With the UP marking on the ratchet facing you rotate the ratchet to the right That will lift the jack head a little 5 27 ...

Page 277: ...long the edge and remove it If the wheel has a smooth center piece place the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry off Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Use the ratchet and wheel wrenchto loosen all the wheel nuts Turn the wheel wrenchto the left with DOWN facing you to loosen the wheel nuts Don tremove the wheel nuts yet 2 If the flat tireis on the rearof the v...

Page 278: ... and the shock absorber A CAUTION Getting under a vehicle whenit isjacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slipsoff the jack you could bebadly injured or killed Never getunder a vehicle whenit is supported only bya jack I A CAUTION r Raisingyour vehicle withthe jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoidpersonal injury andvehicle damage be sure to f...

Page 279: ...by rotating the ratchet and wheel wrench to the right Raise thevehicle far enough off the ground so there is enoughroom for the spare tire to fit 5 Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire 6 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheelbolts mounting surfacesand spare wheel 5 30 ...

Page 280: ...the vehicle In an emergency youcan use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use ascraper or wire brush later if you needto to get all the rust or dirt off Never use oilor grease onstuds or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a seriousaccident 7 Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nutstoward the wheel Tighten each wheel nut by hand...

Page 281: ...Front Position Rear Position 8 Lower the vehicle by rotating the ratchet and wheel wrench to the left Lower thejack completely 9 Tighteneachwheel nut by rotating the wheel wrench to the right 5 32 ...

Page 282: ...ause the wheel to become loose and even comeoff This could leadto an accident Be sure touse the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get newGM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhereas soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque For propertorque see Capacitiesand Specifications inthe Index 5 33 ...

Page 283: ... strike someone Store all these in the proper place Store the flat tire where the spare tire is stored Put the tools into thestoragebox and close it tightly Fit the storage box on the bracket with the bolt through the box Put thejack ontothe box Be sure thejack is stored as shown in the following illustrations Thejack handle attachmentpoint is circled in the following illustrations to show the dir...

Page 284: ...ing Tool Storage A Wheel Wrench B Jack Handle C Ratchet D Jacking Tool Storage Box E Jack Handle Extension E A B D Jack Storage 2 Door Utility Model A Retainer B Nut C Jack D Jack Storage Box E Bracket 5 35 ...

Page 285: ...Jack Storage 4 DOOr Utility Model A Retainer B Nut C Jack D Jack Storage Box E Bracket A B E C Jack Storage Suburban A Retainer B Nut C Jack Storage Box D Bracket E Jack 5 36 ...

Page 286: ...pter onto the bolt in the proper location for your model and putthe wing nut on 4 Turn the wingnut to the right until the adapter is tight andsecure against the wheel 5 Close the tire cover if you have one 3 I Spare Tire 2 Door Utility Model 1 Carrier 2 J Bolt 3 Adapter 4 Spare Tire 5 Nut 6 Cover 7 Pins 8 J Bolt 9 Use Upper Hole and Pin for P265 Tire orLower Hole and Pin for LT245 P245 and P235 Ti...

Page 287: ...ut 7 Cover 8 Use Lower Adapter Hole for eight Lug Rim Only Be surethe J bolt is hooked properly for your model or tire size asshown Lower Raise c Spare Tire 4 DOOrUtility Model A Hoist Assembly B Hoist Shaft C Ratchet D Jack Handle E Retainer E Valve Stem PointedDown G Spare Tire 5 3s ...

Page 288: ...e the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle Continue turning the ratchet until there are two clicks or ratchets The spare tire hoist cannot be over tightened Grasp and pushagainst the tire to be sure it isstored securely and does not move If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow What you don t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels too fast The method known as rockin...

Page 289: ...ft back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the acceleratorpedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear If that doesn t get you out after afew tries you may need to betowed out Or you can use your recovery hooks if your vehicle has them If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Ve...

Page 290: ...le straight out Never pull on the hooksat a sideways angle The hooks could breakoff and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back I NOTICE Never usethe recovery hooks to tow the vehicle Your vehiclecould be damaged and it would not be coveredby warranty 5 41 ...

Page 291: ... bNOTES 5 42 ...

Page 292: ...able Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Gasoline Engine Air Cleaner Gasoline Engines Automatic Transmission Fluid Rear Axle Four wheel Drive Engine Coolant Radiator Pressure Cap Thermostat Power Steering Fluid WindshieldWasher Fluid 6 32 6 36 6 36 6 43 6 43 6 51 6 52 6 55 6 56 6 60 6 61 6 62 6 67 6 69 6 70 6 7 1 Brakes Battery Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replaceme...

Page 293: ... If you want to dosome of your own service work you ll want to use the proper GM Service Manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attemptingto do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle inthe Index You sho...

Page 294: ...may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Checkwith your dealer beforeadding equipment to the outsideof your vehicle Fuel Gasoline Engine If your vehicle has a diesel engine see Diesel Fuel Requirements and Fuel System in the Diesel Engine Supplement For vehicles with gasoline engines please read this Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher At a minimum it sh...

Page 295: ...operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission controlsystem performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on and or your vehicle may fail a smog check test If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for diagnosisto determine the cause of failure In the event it is determinedthat the cause of the condition is the t...

Page 296: ... corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty Fuels in Foreign Countries Gasoline Engines If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may be hard to find Never use leaded gasoline orany other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel Costly repairs cause...

Page 297: ...ine vaporis highly flammable It burns violently and that can cause very bad injuries Don t smoke if you re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline The fuel capis located behind a hinged door on the left side of your vehicle While refueling let the cap hang by the tether below the fuel filler neck 6 6 ...

Page 298: ...as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel caphas been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index NOTICE If you ...

Page 299: ...erating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Bring thefill nozzle incontact with the Don t smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood IA CAUTION I f your vehic1 ehas air conditioning the auxiliary engine fan under the hood can start up and injure you even whenthe engineis not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electricfan...

Page 300: ... on the secondary hood release locatedjust tothe passenger s side of the center of the grill Lift the hood If your vehicle has air conditioning it may have an auxiliary engine fan in addition to the belt driven fan Before closing the hood be sure all filler caps areon properly Pull down the hood and close itfirmly 6 9 ...

Page 301: ... VORTEC 5700 Engine When you lift up the hood you ll see 6 10 ...

Page 302: ...ant Recovery Tank E Air Filter RestrictionIndicator F Engine Oil Dipstick G AutomaticTransmissionDipstick H Fan I Power Steering Fluid Reservoir J Engine Oil Fill K Brake Fluid Reservoir L Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir M FuseRelay Center 6 11 ...

Page 303: ... VORTEC 7400 Engine When you lift up the hood you ll see 6 12 ...

Page 304: ...er D Radiator Cap E Air Filter Restriction Indicator E Engine Oil Dipstick G AutomaticTransmissionDipstick H Engine Oil Fill I Fan J Power SteeringFluid Reservoir K Brake Fluid Reservoir L Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir M FuseRelay Center 6 13 ...

Page 305: ...e engine Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push itback in all the way Removeit again keeping the tip down and check the level When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD mark then you ll need to add atleast one quart of oil But you must use the right kind This part explains what kindof oil touse For crankcasecapacity see Capacities...

Page 306: ...ck all the way back in when you re through 1 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the Starburst symbol This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburstsymbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil thathas the Starburst symbol on th...

Page 307: ... above These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 NOTICE Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines Starburst symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not coveredby your warranty GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirementsfor your vehicle If you are ...

Page 308: ...g trip highway maintenance schedule Change the oil and filter every 7 500miles 12 500km or 12months whichever occurs first Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower What to Do with Used Oil Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let used oil ...

Page 309: ... needs to be serviced The indicator is located in theair intake tube between the air cleaner and the engine See Owner Checks and Services in theIndex to determine when tocheck the indicator If the area inside the clear section of the indicator is green no air filter service is required When the area inside the indicator is orange and CHANGE AIR FILTER appears the filter should be replaced 6 18 ...

Page 310: ...t as possible Clean the filter sealing surface of the duct and the filter housing Install the new filter by pushing it all the way to the stop on the duct Install the duct and thefilter into the air cleaner housing Make sure that the duct fits properly into the housing Install the cover and fasten the two retaining clips After the air filter is properly serviced the indicator should be reset Push ...

Page 311: ...uid in the Diesel Supplement When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmissionfluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000miles 83000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature In hilly or mountainous terrain regularly reaches 90O F 32O C or highe...

Page 312: ... vehicle warmed up by driving about 15miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C If it s colder than 50 F lO C drive the vehicle in THIRD 3 until the engine temperature gage moves and then remains steady for 10minutes Then follow the hot check procedures Checking Transmission Fluid Cold A cold checkis made after the vehicle has been sitting for eight hoursor more with the engineoff ...

Page 313: ...ull it back out again 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must bein 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 theacceptable range push the dipstick back in all the way then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place 1 The red transmission dipstick is located at the rearof the en...

Page 314: ... that label is made especiallyfor your automatic transmission Damage causedby fluid other than DEXRON I11 is not covered by your new vehicle warranty After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under Howto Check When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way then flipthe handle down to lock the dipstick in place When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer t...

Page 315: ... Most lubricant checks in this section also apply to four wheel drive vehicles However they have two additional systems that need lubrication Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to theMaintenance Scheduleto determine how often to check the lubricant See Periodic Maintenance Inspections in the Index How to Check Lubricant Manual Transfer Case 6 24 ...

Page 316: ...o theMaintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to changeit See Scheduled Maintenance Services in theIndex How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plughole you may needto add...

Page 317: ...llowing explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating in the Index A 50 50mixture of water and DEX COOL coolant will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C 0 Give boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C 0 Protect against rust and corrosion 0 Help keep the proper engine temperature Let the warning gages work ...

Page 318: ...engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean water and DEX COOL coolant I NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine rad...

Page 319: ...very tank I A CAUTIOP Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquidsto blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot 4dd coolant mixtureat therecovery tank but be careful not to sp...

Page 320: ...ly installed to prevent coolantloss and possible engine damage from overheating Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature When you replace your the...

Page 321: ... is cool wipe thecap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew thecap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the FULL COLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recomme...

Page 322: ...OTICE 0 0 0 0 When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other partsof the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full whenit s very cold This allows for ...

Page 323: ...on t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to topoff your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you addfluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system If you have too much brake fluid it can spill on the engine The ...

Page 324: ...topof the window on the side of the reservoir What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid such as Delco Supreme 11 GM Part No 12377967 Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it Thiswill help keep dirt from entering the reservoir I1 CAUTIO 1 With the wrong kind of fluid in your b...

Page 325: ... sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound maycome and go or be heard a l lthe time your vehicleis moving except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly A CAU JON r 1 The brake wear warning sound means that soon your brakeswon t workwell That could lead to an accident Whenyou hear the brake wear warning sound have your vehicle serviced I NOTICE Continuing to drive...

Page 326: ...g the brakes a few times Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is tohave really good braking Your vehicle was designed and tested with top quality GM brake parts When youreplace parts of your braking system for example when your brake liningswear down and you have to have new one...

Page 327: ...hicle for longer storage periods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index Bulb Replacement Before you replace any bulbs be sure that all thelamps are off and the engine isn t running For the proper bulb type see Replacement Bulbs in the Index Halagen Bulbs Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that canexplode You can be badly hurt if you aren t careful See Jump S...

Page 328: ...lamps 1 Remove the four screws from the headlamp retainer 2 Pull the headlamp out and remove the retainer 4 Plug in the new headlamp and put it in place 5 Install the retainer tothe headlamp and tighten the screws 6 37 ...

Page 329: ...ns assembly out radiator support as shown 4 Turn the bulb to the left and remove it 5 Put the new bulb into the lens assembly and turn it to the right until it is tight 6 Plug in the electrical connector 7 Put the headlamp lens assembly back into the vehicle Install and tighten thetwo hex head pins 6 38 ...

Page 330: ...t at the outside edge 4 5 6 7 8 Pull the socket out of the lamp assembly Push in gently on the bulb turn it to the leftand remove it from the socket Put the new bulb into the socket gently press in on the bulb and turn it tothe right until it is tight Put the socket back into the lamp assembly and turn it to the right until it locks Put the parkingkurn signal lamp assembly back into the vehicle an...

Page 331: ... left 3 Pull the socketout of the lamp assembly 4 Push in gently on the bulb turnit to the left and remove it from the socket 5 Put the new bulb into the socket gently press inon the bulb and turn it to the right until it is tight 6 Put the socket back into the lamp assemblyand turn it to the right until it locks 7 Put the parkinglturn signal lamp assembly back into the vehicle and tighten the fou...

Page 332: ... and remove it 3 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket 4 Put a new bulb into the socket and push it in until it is tight 5 Put the socket back into the sidemarker assembly and turn it to the right to tighten it 6 Replace the parkingkurn signal lamp assembly and tighten the screws Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL The individual bulbs in the CHMSL are not replaceable See your dealer for assista...

Page 333: ...e the two rear lamp assembly screws inside the fender and pull out the lamp assembly You may want to use a magnetic screwdriverwhen removing the screws 4 Remove thescrewsfrom the bulb retainer and take the bulb retaineroff of the lamp assembly 5 6 7 8 9 Pull the old bulb straight out of the socket Put in a new bulb and pushit straightin until it is tight Replace the bulbretainer Replace the rear l...

Page 334: ...ade until it is facing away from the windshield toward the driver s side of the vehicle 2 Push the release lever and slide the wiper assembly 3 Install a new blade by reversing Steps 1and 2 Tires Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service see your GM Warrantybooklet fordetails 6 ...

Page 335: ...commended pressure Worn old tires can cause accidents If your tread is badly worn or if your tires have been damaged replace them The Certification Tire label which is on the rearedge of the driver s door or on theincomplete vehicle document in the cab shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven ...

Page 336: ...Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You can t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they re underinflated Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Inspectionand Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6 000to 8 000 mil...

Page 337: ...wn on the Certificationire label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index A CAUTION I Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could comeoff and cause an accident Whenyou change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In anemerg...

Page 338: ...tion of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need lookat the Certificationmire label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires get oneswith that same TPC Specnumber That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that aredesigned to giveproper ...

Page 339: ...mance This applies only to vehicles sold in theUnited States The grades are molded on the sidewallsof most passenger car tires The Uniform Tire Quality Grading system does not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10to 12inches 25 to 30 cm or tosome limited production tires While the tires available on General Motors...

Page 340: ...t meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety StandardNo 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratorytest wheel thanthe minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tireis established fora tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can causeheat buildup an...

Page 341: ...r tires lose air and make you lose control You could havea collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correctwheel wheel boltsand wheel nuts for replacement NOTICE The wrongwheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicleground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis...

Page 342: ... size for your tires Install them on the tires of the rearaxle NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued Don t use chains on the tires of the frontaxle Tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Driveslowly and follow the chain manufacturer s instructions If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow down until it stops Dr...

Page 343: ...plastic and paintedsurfaces with a clean damp cloth Your dealer has two cleaners Multi PurposeInterior Cleaner and Capture Non SolventDry Spot and Soil Remover for cleaningfabric and carpet They will clean normal spots and stains very well You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Here are some cleaning tips 0 Always read the instruct...

Page 344: ...M product It protects fabrics by repelling oil and water which are the carriers of most stains Even with this protection you still need to clean your upholstery and carpet often to keep it lookingnew Further information on cleaning is available by calling 1 800 433 3296 in Minnesota 1 800 642 6167 Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft...

Page 345: ...t Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water anda mild soap or saddle soapand wipe dry witha soft cloth Then let the leather dry naturally Do not useheat to dry e For stubborn stains use a leather cleaner See your dealer for this product Never use oils varnishes solvent based or abrasive cleaners furniturepolish or shoe polish on leather Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immed...

Page 346: ...h mild soap and lukewarm water Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often GM Glass Cleaner GM Part No 1050427 or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust filmson interior glass Don t use abrasive cleaners on glass because they may cause scratches Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window since they may have to be scraped off later If abrasive clean...

Page 347: ... greasewith a clean clothat least every six months During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids andLubricants in the Index Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty depth of color gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by wash...

Page 348: ... non abrasive and made fora basecoatklearcoat paint finish Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe forpainted surface...

Page 349: ...rfaceof these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Don t take your vehicle through an automaticcar wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Cleaning Tires To clean your...

Page 350: ...y have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody withplain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of theframe shouldbe loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Someweather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout...

Page 351: ...xiglasTM plastic rubber and vinyl I I 1052925 I 16 oz 0 473 L I I Multi Purpose Interior Clean Cleans carpets seats interiortrim door panels er and floor I 1052929 Shines vehicle without scratching Synthetic Chamois 2 5 sq ft 12345721 Cleans and shinesa variety of surface types Armor All Cleaner 16 oz 0 473L 12345002 Attracts absorbs and removes soils Capture Dry Spot Remover 8 oz 0 237 L 1052930 ...

Page 352: ...inside of the glove box It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is This is thelegal identifier for your vehicle It appears on your VIN a plate inthe front corner of the instrument panel on the driver sside You can see it if you look through the 0 the model designation windshield from outside your vehicle The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts la...

Page 353: ... to remain off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor isprotectedby a circuit breaker and a fuse If themotor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motorcools Although the circuit is protected from electrical overload overload due to heavy snow etc may cause wiper linkage damage Always clear ice and heavy sno...

Page 354: ...borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick somefeature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and useits fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it assoon as you can Instrument Panel Fuse Block The fuse block access door is onthe driver s side edge of the instrument panel Pull off thecover to accessthe fuse block You can remove fuses with a fusee...

Page 355: ...ay Lamp Switch Keyless Entry LowCoolant Module Illuminated Entry Module DRAC Diesel Engine Rear Comfort Controls Cruise Control Auxiliary Power Outlet Crank License Lamp Parking Lamps Taillamps Roof Marker Lamps TailgateLamps Front Sidemarkers Fog Lamp Relay Door Switch Illumination Fender Lamps Headlamp Switch Illumination Air Bag System Wiper Motor Washer Pump A C A C Blower High Blower Relay Po...

Page 356: ...sed Rear Wiper Rear Washer Pump Front Axle 4WD Indicator Lamp TP2 Relay GasolineEngine Power Door Lock Six Way Power Seat Keyless Entry Module Power Windows Underhood FuseLRelay Center The underhood fusehelay center is located in the rear of the engine compartment near the brake fluid reservoir Move the retainer clips for the cover to access the fuse block You can remove fuses with a fuse extracto...

Page 357: ...IR ENG 1 HTD ST RR LIGHTING BATT IGN A IGN B ABS BLOWER Circuits Protected Auxiliary Fan Injectors PCMNCM Heated Front Seats Air Conditioning Heated Outside Mirrors Ignition Switch EGR Canister Purge EVRVIdle Coast Solenoid Heated 0 2 Fuel Heater Diesel Engine Water Sensor Diesel Engine Not Used Headlamp and Panel Dimmer Switch Fog and Courtesy Fuses Battery Fuse Block Busbar Ignition Switch Ignit...

Page 358: ...eam LAMP OR BULB EXTERIOR Front Marker Lamp Front Parking and Turn Lamp Rear Parking Lamp Rear Stop and Turn Lamp Back up Lamp Roof Marker Lamp License Plate Lamp Underhood Lamp Suburban Only TRADE NO H6054 9006 9005 TRADE NO 194 2357NA 3057 3057 3156 194 194 93 POWER RATING AT 12 8V WATTS 35 65 55 65 2 4 2 2 2 5 2 1 2 2 2 6 67 ...

Page 359: ...sole Lamps Door Courtesy Lamp Four Wheel Drive Indicator Four Wheel Drive Shift Lever Instrument Panel Compartment Lamp Ashtray Lamp Sunshade Vanity Mirror Suburban Only Manual Transfer Case TRADE NO 211 2 211 2 168 194 194 194 194 194 74 2 4 2 214 1 1 6 68 ...

Page 360: ...de L31 VIN Code R Fuel System SFI SequentialFuel Injection Wheels and Tires MODEL c 1500 K 1500 C K 2500 C K 2500 Tire Pressure DESCRIPTION 5 bolts 14 mm 6 bolts 14 mm 8 bolts 14 mm See the CertificatiodTire la bel on the rear edge of the driver s door or the incomplete vehicle document in the cab VORTEC 7400 V8 L29 J SFI TORQUE 140lb ft 190 N m 140lb ft 190 N m 140lb ft 190 N m 6 69 ...

Page 361: ...Air Cleaner Filter AC Type A1300CTT Spark Plugs AC Type 41 932 Spark Plug Gap 0 060 in 1 52 mm Fuel Filter AC Type GF626 Wiper Blades Front GM Part No 22154886 Wiper Blade Type Front Trico Wiper Blade Length Front 18 inches 45 0cm Wiper Blade Rear GM Part No 22154396 Wiper Blade Type Rear Trico Wiper Blade Length Rear 14inches 35 5 cm four Wheel Drive Vehicles use a PF52 oil filter A1 301C high ca...

Page 362: ...gine Oil in the Index ENGINE VORTEC 5700 VORTEC 7400 VIN R J QUANTITY WITH FILTER 5 Quarts 4 8 L 6 6 Quarts 6 3 L Oil filter should be changed at every oil change Fuel Tank Capacity Approximate TYPE QUANTITY Utility 30 Gallons 1 13L Suburban Gasoline 44 Gallons 167 L Suburban Diesel 42 Gallons 159 L Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioningrefrigerants are the same If the air conditio...

Page 363: ...b NOTES 6 72 ...

Page 364: ...6 7 7 Introduction Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services Short Trip City Definition Short Trip City Intervals Long Tripmighway Definition Long Tripmighway Intervals Short Trip City Maintenance Schedule Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule Part B Owner Checks and Services Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Part E Maintenance Record 7 8 7 27 7 38 7 42 7...

Page 365: ...nt Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increasethe level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition please maintain your vehicle properly How This Section is Organized The remainder of this section is divided into five parts Part A Schedule...

Page 366: ...icle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your dealer s service department or another qualified service center should perform Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants lists some recommended products to help keep your vehicle properly maintained These products or their equivalents should be used whether you do the work yourself or have it don...

Page 367: ...rained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before youor anyone else drives the vehicle These schedules are for vehicles that 0 0 0 0 carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits You ...

Page 368: ...cle under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooneK Short TripKity Intervals Gasoline Engines Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or3 months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or 3 months whichever occurs first Drive Axle Service or3 months whichever occursFKst Every 6 000 Miles 10000 km Tire Rotation Every 15 000Miles 25000 ...

Page 369: ...als only summarize maintenance services Be sure to follow the complete maintenance schedule on the following pages 1 Lone TridHie hwavDefinition Gasoline Enkes 1 Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip City Maintenance Schedule is true Do not use thisscheduleif the vehicle is used for trailer towing driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads Use the ...

Page 370: ...st Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic TransmissionService severe conditions only ILong TripHighway 3 m Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Fuel Tank Cap and Lines Inspection Exhaust Gas Recirculation System Inspection Evaporative Control System Inspection Every 100 000 Miles 166000 km Spark Plug Wire Inspection Spark Plug Replacement Automatic Transmission Serv...

Page 371: ...bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides front axle propshaft spline and brake pedal springs Balljoints and kingpin bushings shouldnot be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C or higher or they could bedamaged A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection under Periodic Maintenance ...

Page 372: ...and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper An Emission Control Service See footnote velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking See footnote rotation pattern and additional infor...

Page 373: ...rst 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection andRotation in the Index for proper An Emission Control Service See footnote velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 17...

Page 374: ... 000 Miles 30 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper An Emission Control Service See footnote velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking See foo...

Page 375: ...every3 months whichever occurs first See footnote Check readfrontaxle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity jointsand axle seals forleaking See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 27 000 Miles 45 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 L...

Page 376: ...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 0Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in theIndex for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote An Emission Control Service See footnote velocity joints and axle seals forleaking See foot...

Page 377: ...r occurs first See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals forleaking See footnote 39 000 Miles 65 000 km 0 Change engine oiland filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first cl Lubricate chassiscomp...

Page 378: ...tnote 45 000 Miles 75000km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfront axle fluid leveland add fluid as needed Check constant 0 For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel 0 Vehicles With GVWRAbove 8 500 lbs Only Inspect shields and underhood An Emission Cont...

Page 379: ...tsand axle seals for leaking See footnote rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km 0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions DATE DATE I I MILEAGE ACTUAL I SERVICEDBY I In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F I I I In hilly or mountainous terrain Wh...

Page 380: ...ngeengine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Check redfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper An Emission Control Service See footnote velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking See footnote rotation pattern and ...

Page 381: ...te chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote Check readfront axlefluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals forleaking See footnote For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first Vehicles With GVWR Above 8 500lbs Only Inspectshields and underhood insul...

Page 382: ...ion Control Sewice See footnote for any damage Replace parts as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote rotation pattern and additional information Seefootnote 0 Inspect fuel tank cap and lines for damage or leaks Inspect fuel cap gasket 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper 63 000 Miles 105 000 km 17 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whicheve...

Page 383: ...e footnote rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 69 000Miles 115 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfront axlefluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant An Emission Control Service See footnote velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking See footn...

Page 384: ... 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant 0 Vehicles With GVWR Above 8 500lbs Only Inspect shields and underhood An Emission Control Service See footnote bearings or ateach brake relining whichever occurs first velocityjoints ...

Page 385: ...ote rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 81 000 Miles 135000 km 17 Change engineoil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfront axlefluid level and add fluid asneeded Check constant An Emission Control Service See footnote velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 84 ...

Page 386: ...icate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant See footnote velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfront axle f...

Page 387: ...e See footnote rotation pattern and additional information See footnote insulation for damage or looseness Adjust or replace as required This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only tovehicles sold in the United States 93 000 Miles 155 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter orevery 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 ...

Page 388: ...forleaking See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 99 000 Miles 165 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfront axle fluid leveland add fluid asneeded Check constant An Emissi...

Page 389: ...ing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve An Emission ControlService 32O C or higher DATE I 150 000 Miles 240 000 km 0 Drain flush and refill coolingsystem...

Page 390: ...e services be performed at theindicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension kingpin bushings steering linkage transmission shift linkage transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides front axle propshaft spline and brake pedal springs Ball jointsand kingpin bushings should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10O F 12O C or higher or they coul...

Page 391: ...s 25 000 km 0 Change engine oiland filter or every 12months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 12months whichever occurs first Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant Vehicles WithGVWR Above 8 500 lbs Only Inspect shields and underhood An Emission Control Service See footnote velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking See footnote insulati...

Page 392: ...l information See footnote 30 000 Miles 50000 km 0 Changeengine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 12months whichever occurs first 0 Check redfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant 0 For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for p...

Page 393: ...hever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassiscomponents or every 12months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfrontaxle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper An Emission Control Service See footnote velocity joints and axle seals forleaking See footnote rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles...

Page 394: ...tates 0 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 50 000 Miles 83000 km 0 Change automatictransmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F In hilly or mountainousterrain When doing frequent...

Page 395: ...ation See footnote 60 000 Miles 100 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 12months whichever occurs first See footnote 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and addfluid as needed Check constant velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 0 For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean an...

Page 396: ...s Recirculation EGR system inspection as described in the servicemanual An Emission Control Service See footnote 0 Conductevaporativecontrol system inspection Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition Check that the purge valve works properly ifequipped Replace as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote 0 Vehicles With GVWRAbove 8 500lbs Only Inspect...

Page 397: ... occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 12months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid asneeded Check constant 0 Vehicles With GVWR Above 8 500lbs Only Inspect shields and underhood An Emission Control Service See footnote velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking See footnote insulation for damage or looseness Adjust or replace as required This is a...

Page 398: ...ditional information See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricatechassis components or every 12months whichever occurs first Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant 0 For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Sewice See footnot...

Page 399: ...n the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 97 500 Miles 162 500 km 0 Change engine oil and filter or every 12months whichever occurs first 0 Lubricate chassis components or every 12months whichever occurs first 0 Check readfront axle fluidlevel and add fluid as needed Check constant An Emission Control Service See footnote velocity joints and axle seals for lea...

Page 400: ... police or delivery service If you haven t usedyour vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluidand filter Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve An Emission Control Service 32 C or higher 150 000 Miles 240 000 km I DATE I 0 Drain flush and refillcooling system or every 60 months since last...

Page 401: ...e if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See WindshieldWasher Fluid in the Index for further details At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures See Tires in the Index for furth...

Page 402: ...ee Air Cleaner in the Index for more information Inspect your air cleaner filter restrictionindicator more often if the vehicle is used in dusty areas or under off road conditions Automatic Transmission Check Check the transmission fluid level add if needed See Automatic Transmission in the Index A fluid loss may indicate a problem Check the system and repair if needed At Least Oncea Year Key Lock...

Page 403: ... in PARK P orNEUTRAL N If the starter works in any other position your vehicle needs service When you are doingthis check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does youor others could be injured Follow the stepsbelow 1 2 3 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It shouldbe parked on a level surface Firmly apply the parking brake see Parking Brake in the Index if necessary...

Page 404: ...ld be damaged Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle incase it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake atonce should thevehicle beginto move I Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove f...

Page 405: ...the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as wellas open seams holes loose connections or other conditionswhich could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust in the Index Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they a...

Page 406: ...transfer case for kinks and proper installation More frequentlubrication may be required on off road use Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks Inspect other brake parts including drums w...

Page 407: ...clean water preferably distilled and use only GM Goodwrench DEX COOL or Havoline DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE Hydraulic Brake System Parking Brake Cable Guides Power Steering System Automatic Transmission Key Lock Cylinders FLUIDLUBRICANT Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid GM PartNo 12377967or equivalent DOT 3 Brake Fluid Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985or equivalent or lu...

Page 408: ... DEXRON I11 Automatic TransmissionFluid GM Optikleen Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent USAGE Front Axle Propshaft Spline and Universal Joints One Piece Propshaft Spline With Two Wheel Drive Hood Latch Assembly Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl FLUIDLUBRICANT Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Spline ...

Page 409: ...r equivalent Multi Pu ose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent USAGE Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Squeaks FLUIDLUBRICANT Multi Pu ose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241or equivalent Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579or equivalent Multi Pu ose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241or equivalent 7 46 ...

Page 410: ... are performed record the the following record pages Also you should retain all date odometerreading and who performed the service maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio in theboxes provided after the maintenance interval is a convenient place tostore them I Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED SERVICEDBY READING 7 47 ...

Page 411: ...Maintenance Record 7 48 ...

Page 412: ... Procedure Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users Chevrolet RoadsideAssistance Program Canadian RoadsideAssistance Courtesy Transportation GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute Resolution Program 8 10 Warranty Information 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects tothe United States Government 8 11 Reporting Safety Defects tothe Canadian Government 8 11 Reporting SafetyDefects toGeneral Motors ...

Page 413: ... However if a concern has not been resolved to your complete satisfaction take the following steps STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management Normally concerns can be quickly resolved at that level If the matter has already been reviewed with thesales service or parts manager contact the owner of the dealership or the general manager 8 2 ...

Page 414: ...nch For helpoutside of the United States and Canada call the following numbers as appropriate In Mexico 525 625 3256 In Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English or 1 800 496 9993 Spanish In the U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 In the Dominican Republic 1 800 751 4135 English or 1 800 751 4136 Spanish In the Bahamas 1 800 389 0009 In Bermuda Barbados Antigua and the British Virgin Islands 1 800 534 0122...

Page 415: ...er P O Box 7047 Troy MI 48007 7047 In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LlH 8P7 Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for addresses of GM Overseas offices When contacting Chevrolet please rememberthat your concern will likely be resolved in the dealership using the dealer s faciliti...

Page 416: ...ree number will provide you over the phone roadside assistance with minor mechanical problems If your problem cannot be resolved over the phone our advisors have access toa nationwide network of dealer recommended service providers Roadside membership is free however some services may incur costs Roadside offers two levels of service to the customer Basic Cure and Courtesy Care Toll free number 1 ...

Page 417: ...in conjunction with the coverage provided by the Bumper to Bumper New VehicleLimited Warranty to eligible purchasers of 1998Chevrolet passengercar and light duty trucks Please see your sellingdealer for details Note Courtesy Care is available to retail and retail lease customers operating 1998and newer Chevroletvehicles for a period of 3 years 36 000 miles 60000 km whichever occurs first All Court...

Page 418: ...ngavailable to give to the advisor 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Vehicle IdentificationNumber VIN License plate number Vehicle color Vehicle location Telephone number where you can be reached Vehicle mileage Descriptionof problem Please refer to the Roadside Assistance brochure inside your owner information portfolio for full program details Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extens...

Page 419: ...s Note All CourtesyTransportation arrangements will be administered by your Chevrolet dealer service management Claim amounts should reflect all actual costs 0 Chevrolet Courtesy Transportation is not part of the Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty Chevrolet reserves the right to make any changes or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time without notification Chevrolet dealer For...

Page 420: ...ty can assist in arriving at a solution to a disagreement regarding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Toassist in resolving these disagreements Chevrolet voluntarily participates in BBB AUTOLINE BBB AUTO LINE is an out of court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system to settle automotive disputes This program is available free of charge tocusto...

Page 421: ...let Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 222 1020 Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administ...

Page 422: ...notify us Please call us at 1 800 222 1020 or write Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet CustomerAssistance Center P O Box 7047 Troy MI48007 7047 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LlH 8P7 Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada Serv...

Page 423: ...ce Bulletins givetechnical service information needed to knowledgeably serviceGeneral Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin containsinstructionsto assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle PLEASE COMPLETE THE ORDER FORM SHOWN ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE AND MAIL TO Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 OWNER S INFORMATION Owner publications are written directly for Owners and intende...

Page 424: ...ir 1998 40 00 QTY 1 9 9 8 G Owner s Manual In Portfolio 1998 1 5 00 Owner s Manual Without Portfolio 1998 1 0 00 S H I P T 0 NOTE DealersandCompanies please providedealer or company name andalsothe name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent Mail completed order form to For purchases outsideUSA please writeto the above addressfor quotation HELM INCORPORATED P O Box 07130 Detr...

Page 425: ...b NOTES 8 14 ...

Page 426: ...nna Fixed 3 29 Antifreeze 6 26 7 44 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 2 75 4 7 Brakes 4 7 Anti Theft Radio 3 24 AppearanceCare 6 5 1 Appearance Care and Materials 6 60 ArbitrationProgram 8 9 Armrest Storage Compartment 2 57 Audio Equipment Adding 3 27 Ashtrays 2 62 Audiosystems 3 10 Automatic Transmission Check 7 39 Fluid 6 20 7 44 Operation 2 16 Overdrive 2 18 Park Mechanism Check 7 41 Shiftin...

Page 427: ...toplamp Bulb Replacement 6 41 Center PassengerPosition 1 38 Certificationrnire Label 4 43 Chains Safety 4 51 Chains Tire 6 51 Changing a Flat Tire 5 22 Charging System Warning Light 2 73 Check Gages Light 2 81 Checking Transmission Fluid Hot 6 21 Checking Your RestraintSystems 1 64 Chemical Paint Spotting 6 59 ChildRestraints 1 49 Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position 1 54 Securing in the Cente...

Page 428: ...r Assistance Information 8 1 CustomerSatisfactionProcedure 8 2 RecoveryTank 5 16 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Users 8 4 Damage Finish 6 59 Damage SheetMetal 6 58 DaytimeRunningLamps 2 41 DaytimeRunningLamps Indicator Light 2 81 DeadBattery 5 3 Defects Reporting Safety 8 10 Defensive Driving 4 2 Defogger RearWindow 3 9 Defogging 3 8 Defrosting 3 8 Dolby B NoiseReduction 3 17 DomeLamps 2 4...

Page 429: ... to the Rear Seat Suburban SecondSeat 1 13 Ethanol 6 5 Exhaust Engine 2 29 Exterior Lamps 2 40 Fabric Cleaning 6 53 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 6 8 Filter Air 6 18 6 70 Filter Engine Oil 6 17 6 70 FinishCare 6 57 Finish Damage 6 59 FirstGear AutomaticTransmission 2 18 Flat Tire Changing 5 22 FluidCapacities 6 71 Fluid Leak Check 6 35 Fluids and Lubricants 7 44 Folding the Rear Seat 2 Door Ut...

Page 430: ...sistance 8 4 HeatedFrontSeats 1 4 Heating 3 4 3 7 High BeamHeadlamps 2 34 Highway Hypnosis 4 36 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 36 Hitches Trailer 4 5 1 Hood Checking Things Under 6 8 Release 6 9 Hydroplaning 4 32 H o 2 32 Ignition Positions 2 12 Ignition TransmissionLockCheck 7 41 Illuminated Entry 2 42 Inflation Tire 6 44 Inspections 7 42 Brakesystem 7 43 Drive Axle 7 43 Engine Cooling System 7 42 Exh...

Page 431: ...ice Four wheel Drive 2 80 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator 2 81 Loading YourVehicle 4 43 ChildSecurity 2 5 Cylinder 7 39 Ignition Transmission Check 7 41 Key Lock Cylinder Service 7 39 PowerDoor 2 4 Window 2 32 Lubricants and Fluids 7 44 Lubrication Service Body 7 39 Luggagecarrier 2 61 Loading Your Vehicle for Off Road Driving 4 14 Locks 2 3 Door 2 3 Maintenance Normal Replacement parts 6 70...

Page 432: ...rdrive AutomaticTransmission 2 18 Overheating Engine 5 13 Owner Checks and Services 7 38 Owner Publications Ordering 8 11 8 12 Opener GarageDoor 2 53 Paint Spotting Chemical 6 59 Park AutomaticTransmission 2 16 Shifting Into 2 25 Shifting Out of 2 28 Parking AtNight 2 11 Brake 2 24 Brake Mechanism Check 7 41 Lots 2 11 Over Things That Burn 2 28 With a Trailer 4 55 PassengerPosition 1 31 Passlock 2...

Page 433: ...hromic Daymight with Inside 2 44 2 47 RecoveryHooks 5 40 Replacement Bulbs 6 67 6 68 Parts 6 70 Wheel 6 49 Wheel Used 6 50 Replacing Safety Belts 1 64 Reporting Safety Defects 8 10 Checking 1 64 Child 1 49 Head 1 6 Replacing Parts After a Crash 1 64 Systemcheck 7 38 Reverse Automatic Transmission 2 17 Right Front Passenger Position 1 31 Roadside Assistance 8 5 Roadside Assistance Canadian 8 7 Rock...

Page 434: ...eplacing the Rear Third Seat Suburban 1 16 Reminder Light 1 18 2 72 WhyTheyWork 1 18 Seats Restraint Systems Seat Controls Securing a Child Restraint Second Gear Automatic Transmission Security Light 1 1 1 2 1 54 1 56 1 58 2 18 2 80 Security Shade 2 59 Service 6 2 Bulletins Ordering 8 11 8 12 EngineSoonLight 2 76 Manuals Ordering 8 11 8 12 Parts IdentificationLabel 6 61 Publications Ordering 8 11 ...

Page 435: ... 2 32 TapePlayerCare 3 28 Theft 2 10 Theft Deterrent Feature CD Player 3 24 THEFTLOCKTM 3 24 Thermostat 6 29 Third Gear Automatic Transmission 2 18 Tilt Steering Wheel 2 33 Time Setting the 3 10 Tire Loading 4 43 Tire LoadingInformationLabel 4 43 AlignmentandBalance 6 49 BuyingNew 6 47 Tirechains 6 51 Tires 6 43 Chains 6 51 ChangingaFlat 5 22 Cleaning 6 58 Inflation 6 44 Inflation Check 7 38 Inspe...

Page 436: ...tomatic 6 20 7 44 Transmitter Universal 2 64 Transmitters KeylessEntry 2 6 Transportation Courtesy 8 8 TripOdometer 2 71 TTYUsers 8 4 Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals 2 34 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer 4 54 Underbody Maintenance 6 59 Underhood Fusemelay Center 6 65 Universal Transmitter 2 64 Vehicle Control 4 5 Damage Warnings iv Identification Number 6 61 Loading 4 43 Storage 6 36 Ventila...

Page 437: ...2 32 Manual 2 30 Power 2 31 Windshield Washer 2 36 Fluid 2 36 6 31 7 45 Fluid Level Check 7 38 Rear 2 36 Windshield Wipers 2 35 Cleaning the Blades 6 56 Winter Driving 4 38 Wiper Blades Cleaning 6 56 Wiring Harness Trailer 4 56 Wiring Headlamp 6 62 Wrench Wheel 5 24 5 25 Blade Replacement 6 43 6 70 Fuses 6 62 Rear 2 36 WreckerTowing 5 8 9 12 ...

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