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OnStar is a vehicle communications system that offers a
variety of services and provides a one

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communication link between you and the OnStar Center.
To receive OnStar services, a service subscription
agreement is required and an additional fee may be
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OnStar Services Button: Press this button once

to contact an advisor who will be able to assist you with
these services. If you are not quickly connected, the
system will automatically reset and redial. This ensures
connection to the center; there is no additional action
required. Press the Communication button to cancel the
automatic redial.

Emergency Button: In an emergency situation,

press the emergency service button. Upon receiving the
call, an advisor at the center will locate your vehicle and
assess the situation. If necessary, the advisor will alert
the nearest emergency service provider.

Communication Button: Press this button at

the end of a call. Also press this button to answer a call
from the center, or cancel a call if one of the other
buttons is accidentally pressed. This button is also used
to access OnStar Personal Calling and Virtual Advisor
services. See the OnStar owner package for more
information.

Volume Control: You can control the volume of the
OnStar System using either the volume knob on the
radio or using the steering wheel controls.

Telltale Light: This light will indicate the status of

the system. A solid green light will come on when you
start the vehicle to let you know that the system is on
and is ready to make or receive calls.

If the light blinks green it means that an incoming or
outgoing call is in progress. Press the Communication
button if you notice the light blinking and you are not
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Содержание ESCALADE EXT 2002

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

Страница 3: ... Motor Car Division whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it We support voluntary technician certification For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propriétaires canadiens Vous pouvez vous procurer un...

Страница 4: ...nd a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others c...

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

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

Страница 7: ...tions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 15 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 16 Driver Position 1 23 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 24 Right Front Passenger Position 1 24 Air Bag Systems 1 33 Rear Seat Passengers 1 35 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 1 38 Center Passenger Position 1 39 Children 1 43 Restraint Systems for Children 1 56 Older Chi...

Страница 8: ...f the control Moving the whole control up or down raises or lowers the entire seat cushion To learn how to adjust the vertical control for the seatback angle see Reclining Front Seatbacks later in this section Power Lumbar Control Your vehicle s power lumbar controls are located near the power seat controls You can increase or decrease lumbar support in an area of the lower seatback with the lumbe...

Страница 9: ...lized for both driver 1 and driver 2 Driver 1 or driver 2 corresponds to the memory buttons labeled 1 and 2 on the control The memory function does not store the lumbar or back support positions To set your memory seat and mirrors do the following 1 Adjust the driver s seat and both outside mirrors to the desired position 2 Press and hold the 1 or 2 driver 1 or 2 button of the memory control for t...

Страница 10: ...move the driver s seat to a stored exit position making it it easier to leave the vehicle To store the seat exit position for driver 1 or driver 2 do the following 1 Select the desired driver number by pressing the 1 or 2 button 2 Move the seat to the desired position 3 Press and hold the EXIT button of the memory control for three seconds When you hear a chime ring two times the exit position is ...

Страница 11: ...ther transmitter may be programmed by following these steps using the other memory button Heated Front Seats The button for the driver s side heated seat is located on the driver s side door panel The button for the passenger s side heated seat is located on the passenger s side door panel The ignition must be in RUN for this feature to operate To activate the heated seats press the button once fo...

Страница 12: ...clined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous Even if you buckle up your safety belts can t do their job when you re reclined like this The shoulder belt can t do its job In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones Thi...

Страница 13: ...her of the front head restraints do the following Pull the head restraint toward you until you hear a click Then let go The head restraint will stay in this position unless you pull it forward more until another click is heard There are four positions available initial position first click second click and third click After the third position three clicks is reached pulling the head restraint fart...

Страница 14: ... side of the seat do the following 1 Push the rear head restraints all the way down Driver s Side 2 Place the seat belt buckles through the loops pockets on the seatbacks This way the seat belts will be easy to access when the seats are returned to the upright position Passenger s Side 3 Pull the seat loop located where the seatback and seat cushion meet The seat will release and allow you to tilt...

Страница 15: ...ON If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked CAUTION A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted won t provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear ...

Страница 16: ...riously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area ...

Страница 17: ...t even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it g...

Страница 18: ...1 12 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop ...

Страница 19: ...1 13 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel ...

Страница 20: ...t even if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags why should I have to wear safety belts A Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Eve...

Страница 21: ...test number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see the part of ...

Страница 22: ...ee how see Seats in the Index 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety...

Страница 23: ...ash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop o...

Страница 24: ...t is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body ...

Страница 25: ...You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you ...

Страница 26: ...y injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests ...

Страница 27: ... be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen ...

Страница 28: ...isted across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it ...

Страница 29: ...on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy ...

Страница 30: ...g Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems Your vehicle has four air bags a frontal air bag for the driver another frontal air bag for the right front passenger a side impact air bag for the driver and another side impact air bag for the right front passenger Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating frontal air bag...

Страница 31: ...vere crashes where something hits the side of your vehicle They aren t designed to inflate in frontal in rollover or in rear crashes Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there s an air bag for that person CAUTION Both frontal and side impact air bags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye If you re too close to an inflating air bag as you wou...

Страница 32: ...tem is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this manual called Children There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the air bag symbol The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if the...

Страница 33: ...s The driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The driver s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door ...

Страница 34: ...ight not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between 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 Don t let seat covers block the inflation path of a side impact air bag ...

Страница 35: ... to inflate in frontal or near frontal impacts rollovers or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant A side impact air bag will only deploy on the side of the vehicle that is struck In any particular crash no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were For frontal air bags inflation is dete...

Страница 36: ...al air bags and only in moderate to severe side collisions for the driver s and right front passenger s side impact air bags What will you see after an air bag inflates After an air bag inflates it quickly deflates so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated Some components of the air bag module the steering wheel hub for the driver s air bag the instrument panel for the ...

Страница 37: ...The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air bag inflation and driver s safety belt usage at deployment The module also records speed engine rpm brake and throttle data D Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag systems Improper service can mean that an air bag system won t work properly See your dealer for service NOTICE If you damage th...

Страница 38: ...ding Equipment to Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Q If I add a push bumper or bicycle rack to the front of my vehicle will it keep the air bags from working properly A As long as the push bumper or bicycle rack is attached to your vehicle so that the vehicle s basic structure isn t changed it s not likely to keep the air bags from working properly in a crash Q Is there anything I might add to the fr...

Страница 39: ... can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure Whe...

Страница 40: ...ulder part The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These part...

Страница 41: ...nd Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown ch...

Страница 42: ... install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Remove the guide from the storage clip on the side of the rear seatback 2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide ...

Страница 43: ...cribed in Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions earlier in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides Slide the guide onto the storage clip Be sure to remove the comfort guide from the belt before folding the seat ...

Страница 44: ...38 Center Passenger Position Lap Belt When you sit in the center seating position you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt ...

Страница 45: ...yone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Infants and Young Children Every time infants an...

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

Страница 47: ...r are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used For most basic types of child restraints there are many different models available When purchasing a child restraint be sure it is designed to be use...

Страница 48: ...fants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A young child s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Instead it may settle up around the child s abdomen In a crash the belt ...

Страница 49: ... restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint ...

Страница 50: ...surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner and some high back booster seats have a five point harness A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window ...

Страница 51: ...raps and a crotch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side When choosing a child restraint be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is ...

Страница 52: ...f the right front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued You may secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go ...

Страница 53: ...nd follow the instructions for your child restraint If yours requires that the top strap be anchored don t use the restraint unless it is anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top strap one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints ha...

Страница 54: ...ating position In order to get to the brackets you ll have to fold the rear seatback s See Rear Seats in the Index for more information 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 strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the c...

Страница 55: ... the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock ...

Страница 56: ...find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger ...

Страница 57: ... child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how ...

Страница 58: ...h down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger ...

Страница 59: ...t in the right front 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 child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing...

Страница 60: ... the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock ...

Страница 61: ...ur knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure 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 ...

Страница 62: ...r belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat ...

Страница 63: ...elt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides in the Index If the child is so small that the shoulder be...

Страница 64: ...t in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash ...

Страница 65: ...To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safet...

Страница 66: ... possible 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 a more severe crash then you need new parts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even...

Страница 67: ...eration 2 35 Parking Brake 2 36 Shifting Into PARK P 2 38 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 39 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 39 Engine Exhaust 2 40 Running Your Engine While You re Parked 2 41 Road Sensing Suspension 2 41 Locking Rear Axle 2 41 All Wheel Drive 2 41 Horn 2 42 Tilt Wheel 2 42 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 2 49 Exterior Lamps 2 53 Interior Lamps 2 55 Mirrors 2 62 Storage Compartments 2 64...

Страница 68: ...icle with the windows closed is dangerous A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather ...

Страница 69: ...er s Express Down Window The driver s window has an express down feature that allows the window to be lowered without holding the switch Press and hold the rear of the power window switch marked AUTO for one second to activate the express down mode The express down mode can be canceled at any time by pressing the opposite side of the switch To open the window partway lightly tap the power window s...

Страница 70: ...cle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with children ...

Страница 71: ...your keys your dealer will be able to assist you with obtaining replacements In an emergency contact Cadillac Roadside Service See Roadside Service in the Index for more information If you ever lock your keys in your vehicle you may be able to have your doors unlocked automatically with the OnStarR system if you have an active OnStar subscription For more information see OnStar in the Index ...

Страница 72: ...unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it D Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle ...

Страница 73: ...d unlock depending on the settings you have chosen in the Secondary Information Center SIC See Secondary Information Center in the Index for more information Operating the power locks may interact with the theft deterrent system See Content Theft Deterrent in the Index Lockout Prevention This feature protects you from locking your key in the vehicle when the key is in the ignition and a door is op...

Страница 74: ...he door from the outside Keyless Entry System You can lock and unlock your doors from about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle Your keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subj...

Страница 75: ... D If you re still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Operation UNLOCK Pressing this button once will unlock the driver s door The parking lamps will flash and the interior lights will come on Pressing UNLOCK again within three seconds will cause the remaining doors to unlock The parking lamps will flash and the interior lights will come on LOCK Pressing this butt...

Страница 76: ...our dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have a maximum of four transmitters matched to it Battery Replacement Under normal use the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close ...

Страница 77: ...red and the tailgate and midgate open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the cargo covers on and the tailgate and midgate open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the midgate D Make sure all other windows are shut D Turn ...

Страница 78: ...panel The Midgate allows you to extend the length of your vehicle s cargo area The following are the main components of the Midgate system A Latch Levers B Grab Handles C Glass Catch Release Button D Glass Lock Knobs E Window Retaining Tabs F Midgate Release Handle G Window Alignment Arrows ...

Страница 79: ...emove the rear glass do the following 1 Fold the rear seats See Rear Seats in the Index for more information The front seats may have to be moved forward slightly to allow the rear seats to fold completely Although the rear glass can be removed without folding the rear seats you will not be able to access the rear glass storage pocket Be sure to fold the seats before removing the rear glass 2 Sque...

Страница 80: ...lease button and pull the top of the rear glass toward you using the grab handle s B located at the top of the rear glass 4 With the rear glass tilted toward you lift it out from the lower window frame channel Use the grab handles to assist you in removing the rear glass ...

Страница 81: ...ee rear glass retaining tabs E Hold the rear glass flat against the storage pocket with grab handles facing you until the next step 6 Turn both glass lock knobs D located at both top corners of the storage pocket to the locked position You may need to push the corner of the rear glass to allow the lock knob to engage more easily ...

Страница 82: ... rear glass is securely stored 7 Push both latch levers A up to the locked position You should hear a click when each latch lever locks correctly Rear seats can be returned to the normal position when the rear glass is out and stored properly in the storage pocket ...

Страница 83: ... rear glass so they unlatch 2 Hold the rear glass in place with one hand and turn the glass lock knobs located at both top corners of the glass storage pocket to the unlocked position 3 Pull the rear glass out from the storage pocket using the grab handles 4 With the rear glass tilted at an angle place the bottom edge in the lower channel of the window frame ...

Страница 84: ...d pressure and then push the rear glass flat against the window frame Use the grab handles at the top of the rear glass to assist you 6 Use one hand to push the rear glass flat against the window frame and with your free hand push each latch lever up until it locks You should hear a click when each latch lever locks correctly ...

Страница 85: ... the rear seats The front seats might have to be moved forward slightly to allow the rear seats to fold See Rear Seats in the Index for more information At this point you may choose to remove the rear glass following the instructions given previously or leave the rear glass in place Rear Glass in Normal Position 2 Standing outside of the vehicle place one hand against the Midgate so it does not fa...

Страница 86: ... is flat Rear Glass Stored in Glass Storage Pocket Standing outside of the vehicle place one hand against the crossbar so the Midgate does not fall forward unexpectedly Turn the Midgate handle clockwise and pull the Midgate toward you ...

Страница 87: ...e Midgate in this configuration be ready for the extra weight and be careful not to let the Midgate fall out of your hands as you lower it Raising the Midgate To return the Midgate to its normal position raise the Midgate up with a firm swinging motion this will help to ensure that the Midgate closes with enough force to engage the latches until it latches into place securely If the rear glass is ...

Страница 88: ...s latched securely Tailgate Removal The tailgate on your vehicle can be removed to allow for different loading situations Although the tailgate can be removed without assistance you may want someone to assist you with the removal to avoid possible damage to the vehicle To remove the tailgate do the following 1 Raise the tailgate slightly and release both retaining cable clips To release the retain...

Страница 89: ... impossible to steal However there are ways you can help Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside it s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves so don t do it When you park your vehicle and open the driver s door you ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Always do this Your ignition and transmission will be lo...

Страница 90: ...e remote keyless entry system transmitter with you D Lock all the doors except the driver s Content Theft Deterrent Your vehicle is equipped with a Content Theft Deterrent alarm system With this system the SECURITY message will flash as you open the door if your ignition is off This message reminds you to activate the theft deterrent system Here s how to do it 1 Open the door 2 Lock the door with ...

Страница 91: ... the alarm if the system has been armed If you set off the alarm by accident unlock any door with the key You can also turn off the alarm by pressing UNLOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter or by placing the key in the ignition and turning it to START Testing the Alarm The alarm can be tested by following these steps 1 From inside the vehicle lower the driver s window and open the driver s ...

Страница 92: ...s not protected by Passlock at this time You may also want to check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index See your dealer for service In an emergency call the Cadillac Roadside Service Center See Roadside Service in the Index New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your vehicle doesn t need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines D Keep yo...

Страница 93: ... to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK NOTICE If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can t turn it be sure you are using the correct key if so is it all the way in Turn the key only with your hand Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch If none of this works then your vehicle needs service C OFF This position lets you turn off the engine Use OFF if you...

Страница 94: ...ou re already moving use NEUTRAL N only NOTICE Don t try to shift to PARK P if your vehicle is moving If you do you could damage the transmission Shift to PARK P only when your vehicle is stopped 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm NOTICE Holding your key in START for...

Страница 95: ...ops again do the same thing but this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds This clears the extra gasoline from the engine NOTICE Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform pr...

Страница 96: ... the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you don t it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on the o...

Страница 97: ...ers in the Index There are several different positions for your shift lever PARK P This position locks your rear wheels It s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can t move easily CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the e...

Страница 98: ...doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Don t shift out of P...

Страница 99: ...ssion to THIRD 3 or if necessary a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts too often THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal driving however it offers more power and lower fuel economy than DRIVE D SECOND 2 This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also ...

Страница 100: ...ccelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transmission Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to hold your vehicle in position on a hill On cold days approximately 32_F 0_C or colder your transmission is designed to shift differently until the engine reaches normal operating temperature This is intended to improve heater performance Tow Haul Mode Selector Button Your vehicle is equipped wi...

Страница 101: ... hold the regular brake pedal down Pull the bottom edge of the lever located above the parking brake pedal marked BRAKE RELEASE to release the parking brake If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released the brake system warning light will go off NOTICE Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other pa...

Страница 102: ...engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P position like this D Pull the shift lever toward yo...

Страница 103: ...he parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and the parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you move the shift lever int...

Страница 104: ...to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of PARK P Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system You must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in RUN See Automatic Transmission in the Index If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure o...

Страница 105: ...sciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if D Your exhaust system sounds strange or different D Your vehicle gets rusty underneath D Your vehicle was damaged in a collision D Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris D Repairs weren t done correctly D Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is...

Страница 106: ... garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Blizzard in the Index CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you ve left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or other...

Страница 107: ...is additional control results in better ride and handling characteristics when the vehicle is loaded or towing a trailer See Tow Haul Mode in the Index Locking Rear Axle Your locking rear axle can give you additional traction on snow mud ice sand or gravel It works like a standard axle most of the time but when one of the rear wheels has no traction and the other does this feature will allow the w...

Страница 108: ...ver To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following D Turn and Lane Change Signals D Headlamp High Low Beam Changer D Flash to Pass Feature D Windshield Wipers D Windshield Washer D Cru...

Страница 109: ...r all the way up or down and the arrow flashes at twice the normal rate a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers may not see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs or a blown fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index Turn Signal On Chime If your turn signal is l...

Страница 110: ... You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes This can be very useful in light rain or snow Turn the band to choose the delay time The closer to LO the shorter the delay For steady wiping at low speed turn the band away from you to the LO position For high speed wiping turn the band further to HI To stop the wipers move the band to the OFF position Be sure to clear ice and s...

Страница 111: ...5 mph 40 km h If you apply your brakes the cruise control will disengage CAUTION D 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 D Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Don t use c...

Страница 112: ...rtled and even lose control Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control 1 Move the cruise control switch to ON 2 Get up to the speed you want 3 Press in the SET button at the end of the lever and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal United States Canada The CRUISE light on the instrument panel will illuminate when the cruise control is engaged ...

Страница 113: ...you release the switch or apply the brake So unless you want to go faster don t hold the switch at R A Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed D Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed Press the SET button at the end of the lever then release the button and the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed D Move the cruise swit...

Страница 114: ...n Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may want to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much...

Страница 115: ...tic headlamp mode Parking Lamps Turn the control to the parking lamps symbol to manually turn on the following D Parking Lamps D Sidemarker Lamps D Taillamps D License Plate Lamps D Instrument Panel Lights Headlamps Turn the control to the master lamps symbol to turn on all the lamps listed as well as the headlamps You can switch your headlamps from high to low beam by pulling the turn signal mult...

Страница 116: ...m off set the parking brake while the ignition is off Then start your vehicle The automatic headlamp system will stay off until you release the parking brake As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it You may be able to turn off your automatic headlamp system See Daytime Running Lamps DRL later in this section for more information Lamps On Reminder A remind...

Страница 117: ... was used When you turn the exterior lamps control off the headlamps will go off and your DRL lamps will illuminate provided it is not dark outside To idle your vehicle with the DRL off set the parking brake Shifting the transmission into PARK P will also allow you to idle the vehicle with the DRL off The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brake or shift the transmission out of PARK P...

Страница 118: ...n them off An indicator light will glow near the button when the fog lamps are on Remember fog lamps alone will not give off as much light as your headlamps Never use the fog lamps in the dark without turning on the headlamps The fog lamps will go off whenever the high beam headlamps come on When the high beams go off the fog lamps will come on again The fog lamps will be cancelled after the ignit...

Страница 119: ... intensity control is located to the right of the exterior lamps knob Turn the thumbwheel up or down to brighten or dim the instrument panel lights To turn on the dome lamps with the vehicle doors closed turn the thumbwheel all the way up Exit Lighting With exit lighting the interior lamps will come on when you remove the key from the ignition The lights will not come on if the DOME OVERRIDE butto...

Страница 120: ...on The lamps can be adjusted to point in the direction you want Press the button again to turn the lamp off Your vehicle also has reading lamps for the rear passenger locations To turn a lamp on or off press the button located next to the lamp The lamps are fixed and cannot be adjusted ...

Страница 121: ...ss the button again and return it to the out position With the button in this position the dome lamps will come on when you open a door Battery Run Down Protection This feature shuts off the dome reading glove box cargo and underhood lamps if they are left on for more than 20 minutes when the ignition is off This will keep your battery from running down Mirrors Electrochromic Inside Rearview Mirro...

Страница 122: ...ive seconds of inactivity the display will stop blinking and display the last selection made Press and release the TEMP button to toggle the temperature display between Fahrenheit or Celsius If an abnormal reading is displayed please consult your dealer Electrochromic Mirror Operation The right button labeled TEMP and located at the bottom of the mirror turns the electrochromic mirror on and off P...

Страница 123: ...how a 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 D The compass does not display the correct heading and the compass zone variance is set correctly In order to calibrate CAL must be displayed in the mirror compass windows If C...

Страница 124: ...e geographic north If not adjusted to account for compass variance your compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance do the following 1 Use the COMP button 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 current location and variance zone number on the following zone map 4 Press the CO...

Страница 125: ...include ground illumination lamps puddle lamps in the base of the mirror For more information on these lamps see Puddle Lamps in the Index Driver s Outside Auto Dimming Rearview Mirror The driver s electrochromic outside mirror will adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you This feature is controlled using the on and off settings found on the electrochromic mirror See Electrochromic Day Night R...

Страница 126: ...the selected mirrors will return to the original position If further adjustment is needed after the mirror is tilted the mirror controls may be used Adjusting the Tilt Angle of the Mirrors Adjust the tilt angle for each outside mirror by doing the following 1 Enable the feature in the SIC if it is not already See SIC in the Index for information on enabling the tilt mirrors 2 Place the vehicle in ...

Страница 127: ...nging lanes Heated Outside Rearview Mirrors The outside rearview mirrors have a defrost mode To turn on the defrost feature press the rear window defogger button See Rear Window Defogger in the Index for further information Power Folding Outside Rearview Mirrors Your vehicle is equipped with power folding mirrors This feature can be helpful when taking your vehicle through car washes or through na...

Страница 128: ...t insert the console key into the lock and unlock the console if it is locked Press the button and swing the console lid open To access the cell phone storage area press the button on the front of the console An access lid will pop up To store a cell phone place it inside the net on the inside of the access lid The rear of the console also has a cupholder that swings down for the rear seat passeng...

Страница 129: ...rbud headphones for use with the rear seat audio system See Rear Seat Audio in the Index for more information Cupholders Your vehicle is equipped with cupholders for the front and rear passengers The cupholders are located in the center console for the front passengers and on the rear of the center console for the rear passengers To use the front cupholders press down on the raised lines on the ac...

Страница 130: ... you need more light inside the top boxes See Cargo Lamps in the Index for more information on cargo lamps Use the ignition door key to lock the top boxes Cargo Cover Panels CAUTION An improperly stored cargo cover could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver You or others could be injured If you remove the cover always store it in its proper position in the cargo panel ...

Страница 131: ...with the cargo panel storage bag To remove a cargo panel s do the following 1 Lower the tailgate Use the ignition door key to unlock the tailgate if it is locked See Tailgate in the Index for more information on the tailgate Before removing the cargo panel s notice the numbers embossed on the upper center portion of each panel The panels are labeled 1 2 and 3 There are also numbered labels on the ...

Страница 132: ...ottom of each cargo panel toward you to release unlock the cargo panel latches 3 Pull the cargo panel up and then out from the side rails and set it aside You only need to remove as many cargo panels as needed for your cargo carrying needs 4 Remove cargo panel 2 in the same way and set it aside ...

Страница 133: ...es Set the panel aside After you have removed each cargo panel you can store it within the cargo storage area using the cargo panel storage bag Cargo Panel Storage System The three cargo panels can be stored on either the driver s or passenger s side of the cargo box using the storage bag To store the panels do the following ...

Страница 134: ...t you use the storage bag to restrain the cargo panels during driving Before storing the cargo panels be sure that the latches are in the closed locked position The latches are in the closed locked position when they are parallel to the front and back edge of the panel Use the art and following instructions for the proper storage sequence and location for each panel Panels 3 2 1 Loaded ...

Страница 135: ...l with latches at the top of the bag and facing outboard side of panel with no latches should be facing you as you load the panel 3 Store cargo panel 2 by loading the cargo panel with latches down and facing inboard side of panel with latches would be facing you as you load the panel ...

Страница 136: ...ng the cargo panel with latches at the top of the bag and facing outboard side of panel with no latches should be facing you as you load the panel 5 Zip the bag shut 6 Snug both straps on the bag by pulling on the free end of the straps ...

Страница 137: ...cargo panelsasyouwish 1 Remove the cargo panel s from the storage bag You can either leave the bag attached to the side of the cargo area while it is not in use or you can store it outside of the vehicle 2 Starting with cargo panel 1 place the latches in the open unlocked position Place cargo panel 1 on the cargo area rails while holding the back of the cargo panel up ...

Страница 138: ...3 Push both left latches away from you to lock the latches remember that there are two latches on each side for panel 1 You should hear a click when each latch locks correctly Lock the remaining two right latches on panel 1 For any cargo cover panel you must lock the left latch in place before you can lock the right latch If you do not follow this exactly the cargo cover panels may not lock in pla...

Страница 139: ...ug against the other panel and then let the back of the panel down being sure that the alignment pegs align with the receivers see arrow 5 Push the latches away from you start with the left latch to lock the panel in place You should hear a click when each latch locks correctly 6 Install cargo cover 3 next Place the latches in the open unlocked position Place the cargo cover panel on the cargo are...

Страница 140: ...ug against the other panel and then let the back of the panel down being sure that the alignment pegs align with the receivers see arrow 7 Push the latches away from you start with the left latch to lock the panel in place You should hear a click when each latch locks correctly ...

Страница 141: ...side rail channels catch cups Midgate drain cargo area floor drains and the rubber cargo mat These are all part of the water management system which is designed to quickly direct water out of the cargo box Even when the water management system is working properly and the cover system is on there may be some instances heavy rains automated car washes etc when water may be present in the following a...

Страница 142: ...tem of the water management system Top Drain Grates Removal and Cleaning The top drain grates are located near the rear glass on both sides of the vehicle You may need to clean the grates and drains if there seems to be blockage But first you will have to remove the drain grates by pulling them off of the vehicle To remove each drain grate do the following 1 Start with the cargo panels off See Car...

Страница 143: ...mly The grate should clip into place Don t force the grate if it won t clip into place realign the clips with the holes and try again Side Rail Channels The side rail channels are located on top of both sides of the cargo area You may want to flush them out with clean water if you notice any debris collecting inside of them When loading cargo into the cargo area be careful not to damage the rails ...

Страница 144: ...ling dirt wood chips pebbles etc you will need to flush the Midgate drain with water But first you will have to remove the drain grate by using the following steps 1 Lower the Midgate See Midgate in the Index for more information 2 Pull up on the rear side opposite the Midgate of the drain grate 3 Tilt the drain grate away from you and pull it straight out Reverse the procedure to reinstall the dr...

Страница 145: ...uts for the drains You can flush the drains through the cutouts but if the cargo area is extremely dirty you can lift up the edges of the cargo floor mat or take the whole mat out and flush the drains with water Cargo Tie Downs There are eight cargo tie downs in the rear cargo area You can use these to strap cargo in The tie downs are also used to secure the cargo cover panel storage bag For more ...

Страница 146: ...to make sure the luggage and cargo are still securely fastened Be sure the cargo is properly loaded D If small heavy objects are placed on the roof cut a piece of 3 8 inch plywood to fit inside the crossrails and siderails to spread the load If plywood is used tie it to the siderail supports D Tie the load to the crossrails or the siderail supports Use the crossrails only to keep the load from sli...

Страница 147: ... 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 ashtray To remove the ashtray first locate the indentation on the right side of the ashtray Then place your fingertip in the indentation and pry the ashtray out To use the cigarette lighter push it in all the way and let go When it s ready it will pop back out...

Страница 148: ...electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or CB radio Your vehicle is equipped with many accessory power outlets One outlet is located on the instrument panel near the analog clock Lift up the door to access the power outlet There are also two power outlets located on the back of the center console Lift up the door to access the outlets NOTICE Adding some electrical equipment to your vehic...

Страница 149: ...wer plugs NOTICE Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty Analog Clock To adjust the clock do the following 1 Locate the adjustment button to the lower left corner of the clock 2 Push and hold the adjustment button to spin the clock hands Re...

Страница 150: ...ce button Upon receiving the call an advisor at the center will locate your vehicle and assess the situation If necessary the advisor will alert the nearest emergency service provider Communication Button Press this button at the end of a call Also press this button to answer a call from the center or cancel a call if one of the other buttons is accidentally pressed This button is also used to acc...

Страница 151: ...g deploys a priority emergency signal is sent automatically to the center An advisor will locate your vehicle s position try to contact you and assist you in the situation If the center is unable to contact you an emergency service provider will be contacted D Stolen Vehicle Tracking Call the center at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 to report your vehicle stolen The system can then attempt to locat...

Страница 152: ...nd other unique items and services OnStar System Limitations Complete limitations can be found on the subscriber services agreement In order to provide you with excellent service calls with the OnStar Center may be monitored or recorded OnStar Service is D available in the 48 contiguous United States Alaska Hawaii and Canada D available when the vehicle is within the operating range of a cellular ...

Страница 153: ...roof is also equipped with a sunshade which you can pull forward to block sun rays If a hand arm or other object is blocking the sunroof glass panel as it is closing the glass panel will stop at the obstruction After the obstruction is removed the glass panel can be closed or opened Use care not to leave the sunroof open for long periods of time as debris may collect in the tracks If the battery h...

Страница 154: ...that does not have the stop and reverse feature This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door you are programming It is recommended that a new battery be installed in your hand held transmitter for quicker and more accurate transmission of the radio frequency Your vehicle s engine should be turned off while ...

Страница 155: ...ure to keep the original hand held transmitter in case you need to erase and reprogram HomeLink Training a Garage Door Opener with Rolling Codes If Equipped If you have not previously programmed the hand held transmitter to HomeLink see Programming the HomeLink Transmitter listed previously If you have completed this programming already you now need to train the garage door opener motor head unit ...

Страница 156: ... use HomeLink or the hand held transmitter to open the garage door If after following these instructions you still have problems training the garage door opener contact the manufacturer of HomeLink at 1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com Canadian Programming Canadian Owners During programming the hand held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting after two seconds In this c...

Страница 157: ... 20 seconds Release both buttons Resetting Defaults To reset HomeLink to default settings hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash approximately 20 seconds Continue to hold both buttons until the HomeLink indicator light turns off and then release both buttons Accessories Accessories for the HomeLink Transmitter are available from the manufacturer of the unit If ...

Страница 158: ...2 92 The Instrument Panel Your Information System ...

Страница 159: ... Shift Lever I Tow Haul Selector Button J Audio System K Comfort Control System L Instrument Panel Fuse Block M Hood Release N Fog Lamps Button O Audio Steering Wheel Controls P Center Instrument Panel Utility Block Q Tilt Lever R Parking Brake Release S Secondary Information Center SIC T Rear Window Defogger Button U Compact Disc Changer V Ashtray W Clock X Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist Button Y...

Страница 160: ...el cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you have and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically United States shown Canada similar ...

Страница 161: ...n to toggle between the trip odometer and the regular odometer Holding the reset button for two seconds while the trip odometer is displayed will reset it To display the odometer reading with the ignition off press the reset button Engine Hour Meter Display The odometer can also display the number of hours the engine has run To display the hour meter turn the ignition off press and hold the reset ...

Страница 162: ...cle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you what to do about it Please follow this manual s advice Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous So please g...

Страница 163: ...his means the system is ready If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the air bag system may not be working properly The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash ...

Страница 164: ...essories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an extended period This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle As engine speeds are increased this condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to create maximum power You can only drive for a short time with the reading in either ...

Страница 165: ...tem inspected right away United States Canada This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer ...

Страница 166: ...lier in this section The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Engine Coolant Temperature Gage United States Canada This gage shows the engine coolant temperature It also provides an indicator of how hard your vehicle is working During a ...

Страница 167: ...out 265_F 130_C At approximately 265_F 130_C the message center will display a TRANS FLUID HOT message and the transmission will enter a transmission protection mode When the transmission enters the protection mode you may notice a change in the transmission shifting patterns The transmission will return to normal shifting patterns when the transmission fluid temperature falls below 260_F 127_C Se...

Страница 168: ...ature gage above the normal operating range you can damage the transmission This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered under your warranty The following situations can cause the transmission to operate at higher temperatures D Towing a trailer D Hot outside air temperatures D Hauling a large or heavy load D Low transmission fluid level D High transmission fluid level D Restricted ai...

Страница 169: ...ner environment The SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your...

Страница 170: ... may damage the emission control system on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required D Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle D Reducing vehicle s...

Страница 171: ...d turn the light off Have you recently changed brands of fuel 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 as stalling after start up stalling when you put the vehicle into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditions may go awa...

Страница 172: ... system The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system...

Страница 173: ... hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty Cruise Light United States Canada The CRUISE light comes on whenever you set your cruise control See Cruise Control in the Index Tow Haul Light United States Canada This m...

Страница 174: ...uations you may experience with your fuel gage None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gage D At the gas station the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads full D It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tan...

Страница 175: ...ttery Message If this message is displayed when the engine is running you may have a problem with your charging system The battery display will also stay on while the key is in RUN until the engine is started If the message stays on after starting the engine it could indicate a problem with the generator drive belt or some other charging system problem Have it checked right away Driving with this ...

Страница 176: ...sion TRANS FLUID HOT message displayed you can damage the transmission This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered under your warranty The following situations can cause the transmission to operate at higher temperatures D Towing a trailer D Hot outside air temperatures D Hauling a large or heavy load D Low transmission fluid level D High transmission fluid level D Restricted air flo...

Страница 177: ... your vehicle with the transmission TRANS HOT IDLE ENGINE message displayed you can damage the transmission This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered under your warranty The following situations can cause the transmission to operate at higher temperatures D Towing a trailer D Hot outside air temperatures D Hauling a heavy load D Low transmission fluid level D High transmission flui...

Страница 178: ...ne Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature Gage and Engine Overheating in the Index for further information ENGINE OVERHEATED Message This message is displayed when the cooling system temperature gets too hot This message will be displayed after the air conditioning system has automatically turned off for the engine coolant protection mode See Engine Overheating in the Index for further information RED...

Страница 179: ...yed when the engine oil level is low Once oil is added it may need time to drain and settle in the engine before this message will turn off It is best to let the engine cool down if it is hot or warm up if it is cold and cycle the ignition to be sure this message turns off Refer to the dipstick for the correct level See Engine Oil in the Index on how to check the oil level and for what type of oil...

Страница 180: ...lso monitors the PasslockR System If the security message is displayed continuously while driving and stays on there may be a problem with the Passlock System Your vehicle will not be protected by Passlock and you should see your dealer LOW WASHER FLUID Message This message is displayed when the vehicle is low on windshield washer fluid The message is only displayed for 15 seconds at the start of ...

Страница 181: ...ining in the fuel tank SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM Message If you ever see the SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM message it means there may be a problem with your stability enhancement system If you see this message try to reset the system stop turn off the engine then start the engine again If the SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM message still comes on it means there is a problem You should see your dealer for servi...

Страница 182: ...want to go The system is designed to help you in bad weather or other difficult driving situations by making the most of whatever road conditions will permit See Stabilitrak System in the Index STABILITY SYSTEM LIMITED Message The STABILITY SYSTEM LIMITED message will turn on when you press the Stabilitrak switch see Instrument Panel in the Index While in LIMITED mode the stability system is less ...

Страница 183: ...arning Light in the Index Finally the message could be displayed if the stability system takes longer than usual to complete its diagnostic checks due to driving conditions The STABILITY SYSTEM DISABLED message will turn off as soon as the conditions that caused the message to be displayed are no longer present See Stabilitrak System in the Index Secondary Information Center SIC This section expla...

Страница 184: ...er fuel used average fuel economy and average speed D The ON OFF button will turn the trip computer on and off The information on the trip computer only gets updated when it is turned on The personal and business computers are independent i e turning one of them on does not turn the other off D All information associated with the trip computer will be reset when the RESET button is pressed D If th...

Страница 185: ...tton after will display the maximum speed and accumulated mileage for the previous day D This feature requires the date and time to be set correctly Refer to the setting of day date time under the MENU button explained later in this section Annual Mileage D The annual mileage displayed is the mileage accumulated since the annual mileage was reset D Pressing the RESET button will reset the annual m...

Страница 186: ... do anything else You can do one of three things at this point D You can leave the personalization mode by pressing FUEL or TRIP The SIC will then display the day date D You can just let the SIC exit the personalization mode on its own by waiting approximately 15 seconds without touching any buttons The SIC will then display the day date D Or you can press the MENU key to move on to the next progr...

Страница 187: ...NLOCK button on the keyless entry transmitter D Horn and Lamps Parking lamps flash and horn chirps on each press of the UNLOCK button on the keyless entry transmitter D None No horn or lamp feedback will occur when the UNLOCK button on the keyless entry transmitter is pressed Headlamp Delay D None Headlamps do not stay on after the ignition is turned to OFF D 10 20 30 60 120 180 Seconds Amount of ...

Страница 188: ...memory seat recall when disable is selected Exit Position of Seat D Enabled Removing the key from the ignition will move the seat to the stored driver 1 or 2 exit position D Disabled The seat will not move to the exit position when the key is removed from the ignition Driver must manually press the EXIT button to activate the seat exit position feature when disable is selected Reverse Mirror Tilt ...

Страница 189: ... Units displayed in English units D Metric Units displayed in metric units Day Date Time D The RESET button will enable the operator to reset the day date time Each press of the RESET button will scroll through the following set year set month set day set hour set minutes and set AM PM D Whichever is currently selected e g year month day etc will flash The arrow button is then used to adjust the v...

Страница 190: ...ack Lamps D Headlamp Delay 30 seconds D Perimeter Lamps Enabled D Memory Position Recall Key In D Exit Position of Seat Enabled D Mirror Reverse Tilt Passenger D Alarm Warning Horn and Lamps D Display Units English Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist can help you to determine how close an object is to your rear bumper within a given area making parking easier The URP...

Страница 191: ...d and one amber light will be lit D at 40 inches 1 0 m both amber lights will be lit D at 20 inches 0 5 m a continuous chime will sound and all three lights amber amber red will be lit and D at 1 foot 0 3 m a continuous chime will sound and all three lights amber amber red will flash URPA can detect objects 3 inches 7 6 cm and wider and at least 10 inches 25 4 cm tall but it cannot detect objects ...

Страница 192: ...aised and your vehicle is driven forward at least 15 mph 25 km h It may also flash red if the ultrasonic sensors are not kept clean So be sure to keep your rear bumper free of mud dirt snow ice and slush or materials such as paint or the system may not work properly If after cleaning the rear bumper and driving forward at least 15 mph 25 km h the display continues to flash red see your dealer For ...

Страница 193: ...3 6 Air Conditioning 3 6 Heating 3 7 Defogging and Defrosting 3 7 Rear Window Defogger 3 8 Ventilation System 3 9 Audio Systems 3 10 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player BoseR 3 15 Rear Seat Audio RSA 3 17 Compact Disc Changer 3 20 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 22 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 23 Understanding Radio Reception 3 23 Tips About Your Audio System 3 24 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player...

Страница 194: ...omatically maintain the desired cabin temperature selected Manual operation is also available Temperature Knob The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the desired air temperature in your vehicle Turn the knob clockwise toward 82_F 28_C for warmer air Turn the knob counterclockwise toward 66_F 19_C for cooler air Full Hot If you turn the temperature knob past 82_F 28_C the system will ...

Страница 195: ...of the airflow through the floor outlets and some air through the windshield defroster outlets Recirculation will not be available in this mode See Recirculation following for more information Blend This mode divides airflow equally between the floor outlets and the windshield defroster outlets The air conditioning compressor may run to dehumidify the air to prevent window fogging Recirculation wi...

Страница 196: ...de air operation To return to normal system operation and to prevent stale passenger compartment air be sure to return to the outside air position To help reduce window fogging recirculation will not be available in floor blend or defrost modes If the recirculation button is pressed in these modes the LED indicator for recirculation will flash three times indicating that forced outside air is acti...

Страница 197: ...ill maintain the set temperature With the automatic mode the air conditioning compressor automatically cycles when needed to cool the air In cold weather when the system senses the need for heat the airflow will be directed out of the floor outlets As the interior temperature approaches a desired setting the fan speed will decrease To maintain interior comfort the airflow will adjust between the i...

Страница 198: ...tion This helps reduce window fogging Passenger Compartment Air Filter Your vehicle is equipped with a passenger compartment air filter which filters outside air entering the vehicle For information on replacing the filter see Passenger Compartment Air Filter in the Index Heating The heater works best if you keep your windows closed while using it On cold days when using manual mode use the floor ...

Страница 199: ...ow defogger press this button located below the mode knob The rear window defogger will only work if the ignition is in RUN For best results clear the window of as much snow or ice as possible first The defogger will shut itself off after several minutes If you need additional warming time press the button again You can turn the defogger off at any time by pressing the button Your vehicle is equip...

Страница 200: ...ncrease the flow of air coming out of any outlets that are open The center outlet located on the instrument panel does not completely shut off airflow For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed use outside air to direct outside air through your vehicle Your vehicle s ventilation system supplies outside air to the inside of your vehicle when it is moving With the side wi...

Страница 201: ... This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle D The use of non GM approved hood air deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the heating and air conditioning system Audio Systems Your audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your audio system ...

Страница 202: ...ume at the desired level Turn the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the SCV Each notch on the control ring allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Then as you drive SCV automatically increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive If you don t want to use SCV turn the contro...

Страница 203: ...d then press P SCAN It will scan through each station stored on your pushbuttons and stop for a few seconds before continuing to scan through all of the pushbuttons Press P SCAN again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning and listen to a specific preset station P SCAN will light up on the display while in this mode If one of the stations stored on a pushbutton is too weak for the location you...

Страница 204: ...ons when you re not using them Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player To load a cassette tape with the ignition off press EJECT Then insert the cassette tape If the ignition is on but the radio is off the tape will begin playing Once the tape...

Страница 205: ...ring the forward operation SEEK Pressing the left arrow works the same as the PREV pushbutton and pressing the right arrow works the same as the NEXT pushbutton 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 and the sound will mute while searching for the next or previous selection AM FM Press this button to...

Страница 206: ...te tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected contact your dealer CD Adapter Kits It is possible to use a portable CD player adapter kit with your cassette tape player after activating...

Страница 207: ...s on the main radio REAR DSPL Rear Display When the main radio is turned on press this button to turn on the RSA display on the main radio Press it again to turn the RSA display off PR Power Rear Press this button on the main radio to turn RSA on or off The light to the right of the button will illuminate to indicate that RSA is on The following functions are controlled by the RSA system buttons P...

Страница 208: ... is inactive if the AM FM mode on the front radio is in use VOL Volume Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob clockwise to increase volume and counterclockwise to decrease volume Push the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it The upper VOL knob controls the upper headphone and the lower VOL knob controls the lower headphone P SET PROG Preset Program The front pas...

Страница 209: ...ignition being on or off You must load CDs with the label side up If you do not the player will automatically eject the CDs NOTICE Loading CDs with adhesive labels will damage the player To load a CD perform the following steps 1 Press the LOAD button Available positions will blink amber 2 Select a position by pressing the desired numbered button with the amber blinking light If a button is not pr...

Страница 210: ...is not pressed within five seconds the current or last played CD will be ejected To eject all CDs press and hold the eject button There are two ways to play a CD Perform one of the following D Press the desired numbered button with a green indicator light on the CD changer D Press the CHANGER button on the radio The CD changer will go to its last played position CD Functions 1 PREV Previous Press ...

Страница 211: ...off random play OFF will appear on the radio display AM FM Press AM FM to listen to the radio when a CD is playing CHANGER Press this button if you have a CD loaded in the changer and the radio is turned on to play a CD Press this button to switch between playing a tape and the CD changer if all are loaded Compact Disc Changer Errors ERR Error If this message appears on the display it could be for...

Страница 212: ...o elapse between any steps the radio automatically reverts to time and you must start the procedure over at Step 4 1 Write down any three or four digit number from 000 to 1999 and keep it in a safe place separate from the vehicle 2 Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN 3 Turn the radio off 4 Press the 1 and 4 pushbuttons together Hold them down until shows on the display Next you will use the secr...

Страница 213: ...rget your code contact your dealer Disabling the Theft Deterrent Feature Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press the 1 and 4 pushbuttons together Hold them down until SEC shows on the display 4 Press the SEEK right arrow button and 000 will appear on the display 5 Press the SEEK right arrow b...

Страница 214: ...other side of the tape If a compact disc is playing in the CD changer press this button to go to the next available CD SEEK Press the up arrow to tune to the next radio station and the down arrow to tune to the previous radio station If a cassette tape or compact disc is playing the player will advance with the up arrow and reverse with the down arrow MUTE Press this button to silence the system P...

Страница 215: ... be loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage do the following 1 Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting 2 Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player ...

Страница 216: ...tion non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealer GM Part No 12344789 When cleaning the cassette tape player with the recommended non abrasive cleaning cassette it is possible that the cassette may eject because the cut tape detection feature on your radio may recognize...

Страница 217: ...n it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the side without writing when handling discs Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of Your Compact Disc Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Fixed Mast Antenna The...

Страница 218: ... Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 StabiliTrakR System 4 10 Steering 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 13 Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 16 Operating Your All Wheel Drive Vehicle Off Paved Roads 4 29 Driving at Night 4 31 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 34 City Driving 4 35 Freeway Driving 4 36 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 37 Highway Hypnosis 4 38 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 40 Winter Driving 4 44 Recreational V...

Страница 219: ...eventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call ...

Страница 220: ...timates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it s against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How ...

Страница 221: ...rinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks The law in an increasing number of U S states and throughout Canada sets...

Страница 222: ... right answer What if there s an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There s something else about drinking and driving that many people don t know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the...

Страница 223: ... you have to bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km ...

Страница 224: ...p your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brake System ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a brak...

Страница 225: ...es that wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard ...

Страница 226: ...er maintain directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions This is accomplished by selectively applying either of the vehicle s front brakes and or momentarily reducing engine power When you first start your vehicle and begin to drive away the Stabilitrak system performs several diagnostic checks to insure that there are no problems The green light near the Stabilitrak switch w...

Страница 227: ... not activate as quickly as when the system is not in LIMITED mode You should put Stabilitrak in the LIMITED mode if your vehicle is stuck in sand mud ice or snow and you want to rock your vehicle to attempt to free it See Rocking Your Vehicle in the Index Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will t...

Страница 228: ... sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places You can lose control Refer to Stabilitrak System in the Index What should you do if this ever happens Ease up on the accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you want it to go and slow down You may see the STABILITY SYSTEM ACTIVE message on the message center See STABILITY SYSTEM ACTIVE Message in the Index Speed limit signs near curves w...

Страница 229: ... apply your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a fu...

Страница 230: ...g another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing D Drive ahe...

Страница 231: ...rs are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot D Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see i...

Страница 232: ...on skid are best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to 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 on the ro...

Страница 233: ... roading means you ve left the great North American road system behind Traffic lanes aren t marked Curves aren t banked There are no road signs Surfaces can be slippery rough uphill or downhill In short you ve gone right back to nature Off road driving involves some new skills And that s why it s very important that you read this guide You ll find many driving tips and suggestions These will help ...

Страница 234: ...assengers could be injured Keep cargo below the top of the seatbacks CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D Unsecured cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when driving over rough terrain You or your passengers can be struck by flying objects Secure the cargo properly D Heavy loads on the roof raise the vehicle s center of gravity making it more likely to roll over You can be seriously or fat...

Страница 235: ... trees or unnecessary driving through streams or over soft ground D Always carry a litter bag make sure all refuse is removed from any campsite before leaving D Take extreme care with open fires where permitted camp stoves and lanterns D Never park your vehicle over dry grass or other combustible materials that could catch fire from the heat of the vehicle s exhaust system Traveling to Remote Area...

Страница 236: ...unce Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off road driving One of the best ways to control your vehicle is to control your speed Here are some things to keep in mind At higher speeds D you approach things faster and you have less time to scan the terrain for obstacles D you have less time to react D you have more vehicle bounce when you drive over obstacles D you ll need more distance...

Страница 237: ...jects later D 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 features can jerk the wheel out of your hands if you re not prepared When you drive over bumps rocks or other obstacles your wheels can leave the ground If this happens even with one or two wheels you can t cont...

Страница 238: ...e there may be a 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 this because the crest of the hill is hidden by bushes grass or shrubs Herearesomeotherthingstoconsiderasyouapproachahill D Is there a constant incline or does the hill get sharply steeper ...

Страница 239: ...se traction slide sideways and possibly roll over You could be seriously injured or killed When driving up hills always try to go straight up D Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill D Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills D Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffic know you re there D Use...

Страница 240: ...he hill with your wheels straight rather than in the left or right direction Turning the wheel too far to the left or right will increase the possibility of a rollover Here are some things you must not do if you stall or are about to stall when going up a hill D Never attempt to prevent a stall by shifting into NEUTRAL N to rev up the engine and regain forward momentum This won t work Your vehicle...

Страница 241: ...es lightly when descending a hill and use a low gear to keep vehicle speed under control Q Are there some things I should not do when driving down a hill A Yes These are important because if you ignore them you could lose control and have a serious accident D When driving downhill avoid turns that take you across the incline of the hill A hill that s not too steep to drive down may be too steep to...

Страница 242: ...a downhill slide or a rollover D Surface conditions can be a problem when you drive across a hill Loose gravel muddy spots or even wet grass can cause your tires to slip sideways downhill If the vehicle slips sideways it can hit something that will trip it a rock a rut etc and roll over D Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse If you drive across a rock with the uphill w...

Страница 243: ...ing on an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you re crossing an incline be sure you and your passengers get out on the uphill side even if the door there is harder to open If you get out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll over you ll be right in its path If you have to walk down the slope stay out of the path the vehicle will take if it does roll over CAUTION Getting out on the d...

Страница 244: ... will tend to sink into the sand This has an effect on steering accelerating and braking You may want to reduce the air pressure in your tires slightly when driving on sand This will improve traction Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction On these surfaces it s very easy to lose control On wet ice for example the traction is so poor that you will have difficulty accelerating And if...

Страница 245: ...our ignition system and your vehicle can stall Stalling can also occur if you get your tailpipe under water And as long as your tailpipe is under water you ll never be able to start your engine When you go through water remember that when your brakes get wet it may take you longer to stop CAUTION Driving through rushing water can be dangerous Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream and you an...

Страница 246: ...even braking Check the body structure steering suspension wheels tires and exhaust system for damage Also check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage Your vehicle will require more frequent service due to off road use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for additional information Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers are likely ...

Страница 247: ... They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly ...

Страница 248: ...et wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It s wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank fil...

Страница 249: ...lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you re going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no ...

Страница 250: ...f you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing water as you might at a low water crossing your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle If this happens you and the other vehicle occupan...

Страница 251: ...a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip D Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving D Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start t...

Страница 252: ...you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust...

Страница 253: ...ving for any distance at higher speeds you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you re ready Try to be well rested If you must start when you re not fresh such as after a day s work don t plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a l...

Страница 254: ...s Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Don t let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a s...

Страница 255: ...our vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transmission These parts can work hard on mountain roads D Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill CAUTION If you don t shift down your brakes could get so hot that they would...

Страница 256: ...lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission and you can climb the hill better D Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Don t swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane D As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident D ...

Страница 257: ... scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle ...

Страница 258: ... smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have an anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock in the Index D Allow greater following distance on any slippery road D Watch for slippery spots The road migh...

Страница 259: ...summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe D Turn on your hazard flashers D Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow D Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing t...

Страница 260: ...as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close...

Страница 261: ...on the ground If your vehicle must be towed see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index NOTICE Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components And since your vehicle has all wheel drive towing with only two wheels on the ground will also damage drivetrain components Loading Your Vehicle The Certification Tire label is found on the rear edge of the driver s door Th...

Страница 262: ...k could shift forward and come into the passenger area injuring you and others If you put things in the bed of your truck you should make sure they are properly secured CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and ...

Страница 263: ...lded down unless you need to There s also important loading information for off road driving in this manual See Loading Your Vehicle for Off Road Driving in the Index Trailer Recommendations You must subtract your hitch loads from the Cargo Weight Rating CWR CWR is the maximum weight of the load your vehicle can carry It doesn t include the weight of the people inside but you can figure about 150 ...

Страница 264: ...atic and will provide a better leveled riding position as well as better handling under a variety of passenger and loading conditions An air compressor connected to the rear shocks will raise or lower the rear of the vehicle to maintain proper vehicle height The system is activated when the ignition key is turned to RUN and will automatically adjust vehicle height thereafter The system may exhaust...

Страница 265: ...s part and see your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section If yours was built with trailering options as many are it s ready for heavier trailers But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle...

Страница 266: ... controls D Don t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 800 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged D Then during the first 500 miles 800 km that you tow a trailer don t drive over 50 mph 80 km h and don t make starts at full throttle This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads D You can tow in DRIVE D You may...

Страница 267: ... panel will turn off The vehicle will automatically turn off tow haul every time it is started Tow haul is designed to be most effective when the vehicle and trailer combined weight is at least 75 percent of the vehicle s Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR See Weight of the Trailer later in this section Tow haul is most useful under the following driving conditions D When pulling a heavy trailer or...

Страница 268: ... Your vehicle was not designed to be used with a fifth wheel hitch device Using such a device could result in damage to the vehicle This damage would not be covered by your vehicle s warranty Vehicle Axle Ratio Max Trailer Wt GCWR AWD 6 0 L 3 73 7 900 lbs 3 583 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg Tongue weight should be 10 percent to 15 percent of trailer weight up to 1 000 lbs 453 kg maximum The Gross Combina...

Страница 269: ...carrying or a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight for your vehicle After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they aren t you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items a...

Страница 270: ...urer or by the trailer manufacturer Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 2 000 lbs 900 kg loaded then it needs its own brakes and they must be adequate Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintain them properl...

Страница 271: ... are working This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking an...

Страница 272: ... sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well You can tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the transmission to THIRD 3 or if necessary a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts ...

Страница 273: ...er Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you D start your engine D shift into a gear and D release the parking brake 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See ...

Страница 274: ...nal D Dark Green Right Stop Turn Signal D Brown Taillamps D White Ground D Light Green Back up Lamps D Red Battery Feed D Dark Blue Trailer Brake A jumper harness for an electric trailer brake controller and a trailer battery feed fuse are included with this trailering package See Instrument Panel Jumper Wiring Harness later in this section If you need to tow a light duty trailer with a standard f...

Страница 275: ... should be installed by your dealer or a qualified service center Four Wire Trailer Harness Adapter If you need to tow a light duty trailer with a standard four way round pin connector an adapter is included Connect the adapter with the tab arrow pointing towards the top The cap on the wiring harness will lock onto the tab arrow and help hold the adapter in place Plug the four way round pin connec...

Страница 276: ...an occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 3 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 9 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Engine Overheating 5 12 Cooling System 5 19 Engine Fan Noise 5 19 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 20 Changing a Flat Tire 5 35 Spare Tire 5 35 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Страница 277: ... braking The hazard warning flasher button is located at the top of the steering column Press the button to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off To turn off the flashers press the button until the first click and release Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn sign...

Страница 278: ...u If you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelcoR battery in your vehicle has a built in hydrometer Do not charge test or jump start the battery if the hydrometer looks clear or light yellow Replace the battery when there is a clear or li...

Страница 279: ...h vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or accessory power outlets Turn off the radio and all lamps that aren t needed This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save your radio 4 Open the hoods and locate the positive and negative terminal locations of the other vehicle Your vehicle has a remote positive jump starting terminal and a remot...

Страница 280: ...entally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables ...

Страница 281: ...al if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Your vehicle s remote negative terminal is marked GND Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a r...

Страница 282: ... less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for awhile 11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service NOTICE Damage to your vehicle may result from electrical shorting if jumper cables are removed incorrectly To prevent electrical shorting take care that they don t touch each other or any other metal T...

Страница 283: ...umper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle 5 Return the positive remote terminal cover to its original...

Страница 284: ...panel See Message Center in the Index Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode If an overheated engine condition exists and the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is displayed an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage In this mode you will notice a loss in power and engine performance This operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a s...

Страница 285: ...y from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index for information on dri...

Страница 286: ...s in the Index If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam try this for a minute or so 1 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 2 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minute...

Страница 287: ...If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark If it isn t you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system ...

Страница 288: ...t your vehicle needs service Turn off the engine NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOLR silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to th...

Страница 289: ...essure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information If no coolant is visible in the surge tank add coolant as follows CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the co...

Страница 290: ...e proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant ...

Страница 291: ...t will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left about one full turn If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A his...

Страница 292: ...5 17 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it 3 Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture to the FULL COLD mark ...

Страница 293: ...tting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FULL COLD mark 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight and fully seated ...

Страница 294: ...gages If a Tire Goes Flat It s unusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot...

Страница 295: ...her people You and they could be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine 4 Put the wheel blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle at the opposite end The following s...

Страница 296: ...r 1 Remove the jack cover by turning the two wing nuts one quarter turn counterclockwise and pulling the jack cover off 2 Remove the wheel blocks by turning the wing nut counterclockwise 3 Release the bottle jack from its holder by turning the knob on the jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head from the bracket The tools for changing a flat tire are located in the passenger s side Top Box Sto...

Страница 297: ...ox Storage Unit Passenger Side 2 Remove the black pouch from the Top Box You now have all of the tools you will need to lower the spare tire and change a flat You ll use the jack handle extensions and the wheel wrench to remove the underbody mounted spare tire A Spare Tire B Hoist Assembly C Hoist Cable D Tire Retainer E Hoist Shaft F Hoist End of Extension Tool G Hoist Shaft Access Hole H Wheel W...

Страница 298: ...wo jack handle extensions I as shown 3 Insert the hoist end open end F of the extension through the hole G in the rear bumper Be sure the hoist end of the extension connects into the hoist shaft E The ribbed square end of the extension is used to lower the spare tire 4 Turn the wheel wrench H counterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the ground Continue to turn the wheel wrench until the spare t...

Страница 299: ... can be pulled up through the wheel opening 7 Put the spare tire near the flat tire Use the following pictures and instructions to remove the flat tire and raise the vehicle The tools you ll be using include the jack A the wheel blocks B the jack handle C the jack handle extensions D and the wheel wrench E If the flat tire is on the rear wheel of the vehicle you ll need to use both jack handle ext...

Страница 300: ...5 25 1 Attach the wheel wrench to the jack handle extensions as needed Attach the jack handle to the jack 2 Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the jack lift head to the lifting point ...

Страница 301: ... wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry out Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen the wheel nuts Don t remove the wheel nuts yet ...

Страница 302: ...is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle ...

Страница 303: ...me sections overlap D Rear Tire Flat For a rear flat use the jacking pad provided on the rear axle Rear Position Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so that the flat tire clears the ground when it is removed and so that the spare tire will also clear the ground when it is installed ...

Страница 304: ...r a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come l...

Страница 305: ...wheel nut by hand Then use the wheel wrench to tighten the wheel nuts until the wheel is held against the hub Front Position 6 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the vehicle Lower the jack completely Rear Position 7 Tighten the nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown by turning the wheel wrench clockwise ...

Страница 306: ... to the proper torque See Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification When you reinstall the regular wheel and tire you must also reinstall the center cap Place the cap on the wheel and tap it...

Страница 307: ...ose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Store the tire under the rear of the vehicle in the spare tire carrier Use the art and text following to help you A Spare Tire Valve Stem Pointed Up B Hoist Assembly C Hoist Cable D Tire Retainer E Hoist Shaft F Hoist End of Extension Tool G Hoist Shaft Access Hole H Wheel Wrench I Jack Handle Extensions J Hoist Lock ...

Страница 308: ...rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed upward 2 Tilt the retainer D downward and through the wheel opening Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel 3 Attach the wheel wrench H and extensions I together ...

Страница 309: ...re is secure and the cable is tight The spare tire hoist cannot be overtightened 7 Make sure the tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If the tire moves use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable To store the tools follow these procedures 1 Return the tools to the tool bag and place it back in the Top Box storage area 2 Assemble the wheel blocks and bottle jack t...

Страница 310: ... way a spare tire will be available in case you need it again If your vehicle has a spare tire that does not match your vehicle s original road tires and wheels in size and type do not include the spare in the tire rotation If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck you will need to spin the wheels but you don t want to spin your wheels too fast The meth...

Страница 311: ...ERSE R and a forward gear spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear By slowly spinning your wheels in the forward and reverse directions you will cause a rocking motion that may free your vehicle If that doesn t get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out Or you ...

Страница 312: ...le straight out Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back NOTICE Never use the recovery hooks to tow the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty ...

Страница 313: ... 6 11 Engine Oil 6 17 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 19 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 6 19 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 23 Rear Axle 6 23 All Wheel Drive 6 26 Engine Coolant 6 29 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 6 30 Power Steering Fluid 6 31 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 32 Brakes 6 36 Battery 6 37 Bulb Replacement 6 49 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 50 Tires 6 58 Appearance Care 6 59 Cleaning...

Страница 314: ...you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index You should ...

Страница 315: ... be hurt Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Fuel Gasoline Octane Use premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 91 or higher for best performance You ...

Страница 316: ...your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards see the underhood emission control label it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The mal...

Страница 317: ...ything to your fuel Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to contribute to clean air General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines particularly if they comply with the specifications described earlier NOTICE Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Don t use fuel containing methanol It can c...

Страница 318: ...you re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline The fuel cap is located on the driver s side of your vehicle While refueling hang the fuel cap by the tether using the hook located on the inside of the filler door To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise ...

Страница 319: ...side of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the fuel cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index NOTICE If you need a new fuel cap be sur...

Страница 320: ...vehicle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground D Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete D Don t smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids li...

Страница 321: ...he vehicle to the lower left of the steering wheel 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release located near the center of the grill 3 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all filler caps are on properly Pull down the hood and close it firmly ...

Страница 322: ...6 10 Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the VORTEC 6000 H O V8 engine you will see the following ...

Страница 323: ...minal J Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Out of View K Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir L Underhood Fuse Block M Battery N Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir Engine Oil If the CHECK ENG OIL LEVEL message appears on the instrument cluster it means you need to check your engine oil level right away For more information see CHECK ENG OIL LEVEL in the Index You should check your engine oil level regularly...

Страница 324: ...ed in the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it ag...

Страница 325: ...il that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged Your vehicle s engine oil fill cap will have either text and a graphic or only a graphic as shown The engine oil fill cap is located on the valve cover on the passenger s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for further location information Be sure ...

Страница 326: ...ute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle as shown in the foll...

Страница 327: ...il GM Oil Life Systemt Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When...

Страница 328: ...t still does not reset see your dealer for service What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s war...

Страница 329: ...mine when to check the air filter restriction indicator The service window A with the percentage scale shows the amount of engine air cleaner filter life used When both service window A and service window B turn orange replace the engine air cleaner filter After changing the engine air cleaner filter press the button on top of the air filter restriction indicator to reset it Your engine air cleane...

Страница 330: ...to replace the engine air cleaner filter See Owner Checks and Services in the Index CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cl...

Страница 331: ... previously Be sure to follow any instructions that may be included in the replacement filter package Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the passenger compartment air filter See Scheduled Maintenance in the Index Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change bot...

Страница 332: ...for quite a while D In heavy traffic especially in hot weather D While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180_F to 200_F 82_C to 93_C Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50_F 10_C If it s colder than 50_F 10_C drive the vehicle in THIRD 3 until the engine temperature gage ...

Страница 333: ... your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P D Let the engine run at idle for three minutes or more Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps Your vehicle will have either the transmission dipstick handle labeled TRANS LOCK or will be labeled with the graphic shown ...

Страница 334: ... to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot A cold check is used only as a reference If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check It doesn t take much fl...

Страница 335: ...he bottom of the filler plug hole Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index All Wheel Drive Lubricant checks in this section also apply to these vehicles However there are two additional systems that need lubrication Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant...

Страница 336: ...lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole Use care not to overtighten the plug What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Front Axle When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant See Scheduled Mainte...

Страница 337: ... When the differential is cold add enough lubricant to raise the level to 1 2 inch 12 mm below the filler plug hole When the differential is at operating temperature warm add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index ...

Страница 338: ...COOLR coolant will D Give freezing protection down to 34_F 37_C D Give boiling protection up to 265_F 129_C D Protect against rust and corrosion D Help keep the proper engine temperature D Let the warning lights and gages work as they should NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOLR silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature e...

Страница 339: ...r engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the...

Страница 340: ...ssure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark If the LOW COOLANT message comes on and stays on it means you re low on engine co...

Страница 341: ... it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When replacing the pressure cap make sure it is hand tight Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap The coolant surge tank pressure cap must be fully installed on the coolant surge tank NOTICE Your coolant surge tank pressure cap is a 15 psi 105 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss an...

Страница 342: ...id Turn the key off let the engine compartment cool down wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the FULL COLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark What to Use ...

Страница 343: ...windshield washer fluid reservoir The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment toward the front of the vehicle on the driver s side Open the cap with the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full NOTICE D When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water D Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water...

Страница 344: ...en new linings are put in the fluid level goes back up The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system If it is you should have your brake system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then ...

Страница 345: ...d in this section Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to check your brake fluid See Periodic Maintenance Inspections in the Index Checking Brake Fluid You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap Just look at the brake fluid reservoir The fluid level should be above MIN If it isn t have your brake system checked to see if there is a leak After work is done on the brake ...

Страница 346: ...not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid NOTICE D Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they ll have to be replaced Don t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid D If you spill b...

Страница 347: ...Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications Brake linings should alwa...

Страница 348: ...lcoR battery When it s time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco battery See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for battery location WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hand...

Страница 349: ...ypes of bulbs to use Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps A Low Beam Headlamp B Daytime Running Lamp C Sidemarker Lamp D High Beam Headlamp E Front Parking and Turn Signal Lamp ...

Страница 350: ...pen the hood of the vehicle 2 Pry up the eight fastener plugs on the radiator cover and pull the fasteners out 3 Lift off the radiator cover 4 Remove the bolt on the grille located near the hood latch assembly ...

Страница 351: ...orners of the grill out so the clips release Then pull the grill out and up 6 Remove the horizontal pin from the headlamp assembly by lifting the end of the pin upward until it unsnaps and then pulling it toward the center of the vehicle ...

Страница 352: ...eadlamp assembly 10 Remove the rubber circular shaped bulb cap of the affected bulb from the headlamp assembly 11 Turn the bulb connector counterclockwise and remove it with the old bulb from the headlamp assembly 12 Unplug the electrical connector from the old bulb 13 Plug in the electrical connector to the new bulb using care not to touch the bulb with your hands fingers or anything damp or oily...

Страница 353: ...o position 18 Install the two pins and snap the ends into their locked position 19 Reinstall the grille and radiator cover by reversing the removal procedure described previously Headlamp Aiming Your vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming system equipped with horizontal aim indicators The aim has been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment This is true even though your h...

Страница 354: ...ly prepared as follows D The vehicle should be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft 7 6 m from a light colored wall or other flat surface D The vehicle must have all four tires on a perfectly level surface which is level all the way to the wall or other flat surface D The vehicle should be placed so it is perpendicular to the wall or other flat surface D The vehicle should not have any snow ice or mu...

Страница 355: ...procedure If you believe your headlamps need only vertical up down adjustment follow only the vertical aiming procedure Adjustment screws can be turned with an E8 TorxR socket or T15 Torx screwdriver Headlamp Horizontal Aiming Turn the horizontal aiming screw A until the indicator B is lined up with zero Once the horizontal aim is adjusted then adjust the vertical aim ...

Страница 356: ... before making any adjustments to the vertical aim Adjusting the vertical aim first will result in an incorrect headlamp aim 1 Find the aim dot on the lens of the low beam lamps 2 Measure the distance from the ground to the aim dot on each low beam lamp Record this distance ...

Страница 357: ... on the low beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the headlamp not being aimed This should allow only the beam of light from the headlamp being aimed to be seen on the flat surface NOTICE Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut off when aiming Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat build up which may cause damage to the headlamp ...

Страница 358: ...e top edge of the cut off should be positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 for the opposite headlamp Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Daytime Running Lamps A Low Beam Headlamp B Daytime Running Lamp C Sidemarker Lamp D High Beam Headlamp E Front Turn Signal Lamp ...

Страница 359: ... the bulb socket 5 Put the new bulb into the bulb socket 6 Put the bulb socket into the turn signal housing and turn it clockwise until it locks There is no lock for the sidemarker lamp 7 Reinstall the rubber circular shaped bulb cap to the headlamp assembly 8 Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle by reversing the previous mentioned steps Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL It is recommen...

Страница 360: ...e bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the taillamp housing 4 Pull the bulb straight out from the socket 5 Press a new bulb into the socket insert it into the taillamp housing and turn the socket clockwise into the taillamp housing until it clicks 6 Reinstall the rear lamp assembly and tighten the screws ...

Страница 361: ...erent types and are removed in different ways For proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly do the following 1 Lift the wiper arm and turn the blade until it is facing away from the windshield 2 Push the release lever and slide the wiper assembly toward the driver s side of the vehicle 3 Install a new blade by revers...

Страница 362: ...d a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold D Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a...

Страница 363: ...h heat D Tire overloading D Bad wear D Bad handling D Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following D Unusual wear D Bad handling D Rough ride D Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Also check the tire pressure of the spare tire How to Check Use a good quality pocket type g...

Страница 364: ...ee ScheduledMaintenanceServices in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals When rotating your tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here Don t include the spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Certification Tire label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torq...

Страница 365: ...ire if any of the following statements are true D You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire D You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber D The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric D The tire has a bump bulge or split D The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that can t be repaired well because of the size or l...

Страница 366: ...s could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and you could have a crash CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels If your vehicle has 17 inch road tires those origina...

Страница 367: ...afety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performan...

Страница 368: ...overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed However if you no...

Страница 369: ...cle make your tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement NOTICE The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and clearance to the body and chassis S...

Страница 370: ... contacting your vehicle and don t spin your wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the rear tires Appearance Care Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space When you use anything from a container to...

Страница 371: ... See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Here are some cleaning tips D Always read the instructions on the cleaner label D Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set D Carefully scrape off any excess stain D Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn D If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning clean the entire are...

Страница 372: ...icones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge Commercial cleaners may affect the surface finish Cleaning Wood Panels Use a clean cloth moistened in warm soapy water use mild dish washing soap Dry ...

Страница 373: ...e on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with a full strength glass cleaning liquid The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent Then rinse the blade with water ...

Страница 374: ...r a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Your vehicle has a basecoat clearcoat paint f...

Страница 375: ...um Wheels Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water Rinse with clean water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you ...

Страница 376: ...e underbody If these are not removed accelerated corrosion rust can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before bein...

Страница 377: ...6 65 GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials ...

Страница 378: ...s and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label located in the glove box It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is D your VIN D the model designation D paint infor...

Страница 379: ...t fixed Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other power accessories When the current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or goes away Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusi...

Страница 380: ...ock access door To remove fuses if you don t have a fuse extractor hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out You may have spare fuses located behind the fuse block access door These can be used to replace a bad fuse However make sure it is of the correct amperage NAME Usage HVAC 1 Climate Control System IGN 3 Ignition Power Seats BRAKE Anti Lock Brake Syste...

Страница 381: ...Instrument Panel SEO ACCY Special Equipment Option Accessory CRANK Starting System AIR BAG Air Bag NAME Usage SEAT Power Seat Circuit Breaker MIR LOCK Power Mirrors Power Door Locks DR LOCK Power Door Locks RAP 1 Retained Accessory Power Relay LOCK Power Door Locks INT PRK Interior Lamps UNLOCK Power Door Locks DRV UNLOCK Power Door Lock Relay L DOOR Power Door Lock Relay PWR WDO Power Window Circ...

Страница 382: ...Usage SEO Special Equipment Option TRAILER Trailer Brake Wiring UPF Upfitter SPARE 2 Not Used SPARE 3 Not Used HTD ST Heated Seats PWR ST Power Seats PARK LAMP Parking Lamps INADV PWR Interior Lamps Feed SPARE Not Used SPARE Not Used FRT PRK EXPT Not Used PUDDLE LP Puddle Lamps CTSY LP Courtesy Lamps VANITY Headliner Wiring BLANK Not Used SL RIDE Not Used CEL PHONE Not Used ...

Страница 383: ...ver for access to the fuse relay block You will see fuses to the top right of the fuse relay block once you remove the cover These are spare fuses and can be used accordingly You can remove fuses with a fuse extractor The fuse extractor is located in the fuse relay block To remove fuses if you don t have a fuse extractor hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straigh...

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Страница 385: ...IGN 1 Ignition Fuel Controls INJ B Ignition Fuel Controls Relay STARTER Starter Relay Name Usage PARK LP Parking Lamps FRT HVAC Climate Control System STOP LP Exterior Lamps Stoplamps ECM 1 VCM PCM CHMSL Center High Mounted Stoplamp VEH STOP Stoplamps Cruise Control TRL B U Backup Lamps Trailer Wiring INJ A Fuel Controls Ignition RR HVAC Rear Climate Control System VEH B U Vehicle Backup Lamps ENG...

Страница 386: ... Wiring PRIME Not Used RT HDLP Right Headlamps DRL Daytime Running Lamps Relay Name Usage HTD MIR Heated Mirrors LT HDLP Left Headlamps A C Air Conditioning AUX PWR Cigarette Lighter Auxiliary Power Outlets SEO 2 Special Equipment Option Power Power Seats SEO 1 Special Equipment Option Power DRL Daytime Running Lamps A C A C Relay FOG LP Fog Lamps FOG LP Fog Lamps Relay RADIO Audio System Instrume...

Страница 387: ...CTSY LP Interior Lamps RR WPR Rear Wipers TBC Body Control Module Remote Keyless Entry Headlamps Replacement Bulbs Bulb Number Low Beam Headlamps 9006 High Beam Headlamps 9005 or 9005 Long Life Daytime Running Lamps DRL 4157K Preferred or 3157KX Front Sidemarker Lamp 194 Front Parking and Turn Lamp 3157 or 3157K Long Life Taillamp and Stop Lamp 3057 Rear Turn Signal Lamp and Stop Lamp 3057 Back up...

Страница 388: ...acities Cooling System 17 0 quarts 16 0 L Engine Oil with Filter Capacity 6 0 quarts 5 7 L Fuel Tank 31 0 U S gallons 117 0 L All capacities are approximate After refill the levels must be rechecked Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity If you do your own service work you ll need the proper service manual See Doing Your Own Service Work in the Index for additional information It is recommended tha...

Страница 389: ...ntact your GM dealer These specifications are for information only If you have any questions see the service manual for the chassis or refer to the body manufacturer s publications Oil Filter PF59 Engine Air Cleaner Filter A1518C Passenger Compartment Air Filter Kit 52485513 PCV Valve CV948C Spark Plugs PTJ16R15 Denso 41 974 PZTR5A15 NGK 41 974 Fuel Filter GF626 Wiper Blades Front 15153642 Wiper B...

Страница 390: ...e services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 5 Scheduled Maintenance 7 16 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 21 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 23 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 25 Part E Maintenance Record ...

Страница 391: ...nt Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition please maintain your vehicle properly Maintenance Requirements Maintenance intervals checks inspections and recommended fluids and lubrican...

Страница 392: ... do the work If you want to get the service information see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your dealer s service department or another qualified service...

Страница 393: ...tions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever ser...

Страница 394: ...Maintenance Inspections following Footnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated interva...

Страница 395: ...ble within the next two times you stop for fuel It is possible that if you are driving under the best conditions the oil life system may not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a year However your engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset It is also important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level If the ...

Страница 396: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 7 ...

Страница 397: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 8 ...

Страница 398: ...placement more often j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for...

Страница 399: ...ires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote 37 500 Miles 62 500 km j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotat...

Страница 400: ...ation pattern and additional information See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j Change automatic transmission fluid and if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service ...

Страница 401: ... rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Inspect Evaporative Control S...

Страница 402: ...replacement more often j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 82 500 Miles 137 500 km j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals ...

Страница 403: ...ection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 97 500 Miles 162 500 km j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 100 000 Miles 166 000 km j I...

Страница 404: ...vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter j Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve An Emission Control Service 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what...

Страница 405: ...l and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOLR coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshiel...

Страница 406: ...s Cleaning in the Index Spare Tire Check At least twice a year after the monthly inflation check of the spare tire determines that the spare is inflated to the correct tire inflation pressure make sure that the spare tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If it moves use the wheel wrench ratchet to tighten the cable See Storing the Spare Tire and Tools in the Ind...

Страница 407: ...ee Automatic Transmission Fluid in the Index A fluid loss may indicate a problem Check the system and repair if needed At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all hood latch assembly secondary latch pivots spring anchor release pawl rear compartment hinges outer tailgate handle pivot ...

Страница 408: ... any other position your vehicle needs service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps below 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake in the...

Страница 409: ... the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only ...

Страница 410: ...ations in the Index Steering and Suspension Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken d...

Страница 411: ...le All Wheel Drive Inspection Every 12 months or at engine oil change intervals check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary A fluid loss could indicate a problem check and have it repaired if needed Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding l...

Страница 412: ...hR DEX COOLR or HavolineR DEX COOLR Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer Solvent GM OptikleenR Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No 1052884 1 pint 1050017 1 quart or equivalent Automat...

Страница 413: ...ricant GM Part No 12345879 or lubricant meeting requirements of GM 9985830 Hood Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579 or equivalent Weatherstrip Squeaks Synthetic ...

Страница 414: ...ovided after the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Страница 415: ...7 26 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Страница 416: ...Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 5 Roadside Service 8 7 Roadside Service for the Hearing or Speech Impaired 8 8 Courtesy Transportation 8 8 Transportation Options 8 10 Warranty Information 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 8 11 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian...

Страница 417: ...t the owner of the dealership or the general manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center 24 hours a day by calling 1 800 458 8006 In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800...

Страница 418: ...his informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you You may contact the BBB using the toll free telephone number or write them at the following address BBB...

Страница 419: ...496 9993 Spanish U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Fax Number 313 381 0022 Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French 1 800 263 3830 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 882 1112 All Overseas Locations Please contact the local General Motors Business Un...

Страница 420: ...Call 1 800 GM DRIVE 463 7483 for details When calling from outside Canada please dial 1 905 644 3063 All TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Service Cadillac s exceptional Roadside Service is more than an auto club or towing service It provides every Cadillac owner with the advantage of contacting a Cadillac advisor and where available a Cadillac trained dealer technician who can provide on sit...

Страница 421: ...D Trip Interruption If your trip is interrupted due to a warranty failure incidental expenses may be reimbursed during the 48 months 50 000 miles 80 000 km warranty period Items covered are hotel meals and rental car Roadside Service Availability Wherever you drive in the United States or Canada an advisor is available to assist you over the phone A dealer technician if available can travel to you...

Страница 422: ... The model year Vehicle Identification Number VIN mileage and date of delivery Roadside Service for the Hearing or Speech Impaired Roadside Service is prepared to assist owners who have hearing difficulties or are speech impaired Cadillac has installed special telecommunication devices called Text Telephone TTY in the Roadside Service Center Any customer who has access to a TTY or a conventional t...

Страница 423: ...sportation needs your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unless of course the problem is safety related If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you ...

Страница 424: ...l and rental vehicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance coverage credit card etc You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes levies usage fees excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair Generally it is not possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Program...

Страница 425: ...TING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a gro...

Страница 426: ...ario K1A 0N5 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 458 8006 or write Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P O Box 33169 Detroit MI 48232 5169 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write Genera...

Страница 427: ...on Owner publications are written specifically for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models Owner s Manual RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and m...

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