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Страница 3: ... sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it Litho in U S A Part No C2314 A First Edition You can obtain a French copy of this manual from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people read their owner s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle If you do this it will help you lea...

Страница 4: ...warning These mean tl e is son hing that cou hurt I you orotherpeople You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Don t Don t do this or Don t let this happen 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 could be hurt Ill ...

Страница 5: ... labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle has 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 need help figuring out a specific name of a component gage or indicator r...

Страница 6: ...TACHING MOVE SEAT FULLY REARWARD z SECURE CHILD SEAT PULL BELT COMPLETELY THEN SECURE CHILD SEAT n WINDOW 1 9 1 POWER DO NOTINSTALL A REAR FACING INTHIS SEATING POSITION DO NOTINSTALLA FORWARD FACING CHILD RESTRAINT INTHIS SEATING POSITION DOOR LOCK UNLOCK JGHTING MASTER SWITCH e SIGNALS e TURN LAMPS pt RUNNING o DAYTIME 9 0 LAMPS 9 LAMPS 0 ENGINE COOLANT TEMP CHARGING P I BATERY SYSTEM BRAKE a CO...

Страница 7: ...Model Reference This manual covers these models Passenger Van Cargo Van I Cab and Chassis vi ...

Страница 8: ...Small Adults 1 30 Safety Belt Pretensioners 1 33 Safety Belt Extender 1 33 RearSafetyBeltComfort Guides for Children Child Restraints 1 34 Older Children 1 34 infants and Young Children 1 36 Child Restraint Systems 1 42 Top Strap 1 49 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 50 Children LATCH System 1 51 Where to Put the Restraint 1 45 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Securing a Child Restraint Designed fo...

Страница 9: ...quipment to Your Air Bag Equipped What Makes an Air Bag Inflate 1 70 Restraint SystemCheck 1 77 1 77 What Will You See Afteran Air Bag Inflates 1 70 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 1 78 When Should an Air Bag Inflate 1 68 Vehicle 1 76 HowDoesanAir Bag Restrain 1 70 Checking Your Restraint Systems Air Bag Off Switch 1 72 1 2 ...

Страница 10: ...th your body to make sure the seat is locked into place The bucket seats can be adjusted forward or rearward with the lever located at the front of the seat adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving 1 3 ...

Страница 11: ...ter knob toward the right or left To adjust the seatback lift the front of the lever which is located on the inboard side of the seat cushion Move the seatback with your body and release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it Lean forward and pull up on the front of the lever and the seatbackwill go to an upright position To raise or lower the front of the seat cushion move the right lev...

Страница 12: ...se it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright The...

Страница 13: ...s press the tip of a key into the release hole of the safety belt buckle while pulling up on the safety belt There are two pins located on the inboard sides of the rear seats If the vehicle has floor mats the pins will be located under a flap that has been cut into the mat The driver s side pin will have a black cap with an I marked on it and will look like this 1 6 ...

Страница 14: ...or For the remaining rear seats stow the safety belt latch plate on the clip at the window trim 2 Pull the pin handle up which will loosen the pin 3 Once the black or white pin is disengaged pull the 4 Repeat this procedure for the pin on the other from the retaining clip pin completely out seat base 5 Pull the seat rearward about two inches 5 cm and then lift the seat from the floor rails 6 Remov...

Страница 15: ...and are not twisted 1 Position the seat into the open slots in both rails Push the seat forward in the rail hooking both seat bases onto the pins inside of the rails 2 To install the locking pins at the rear of the seat base locate the hole in the rail for the pin It is found on the inboard side of the seat If the vehicle has floor mats pull the flap that has been cut into the mat 3 Insert the bla...

Страница 16: ... 7 Repeat this procedure for the other seat base 8 Connect the quick release latch plates for the lap shoulder belts by inserting the latch plates into the buckles attached at the outboard positions of the bench seat Do not twist the belt 9 Check that both locking pins are locked into place before operating the vehicle down until it is in the retaining clip its original position 1 9 ...

Страница 17: ...cle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too It is extremely dangerous to ride ina 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 all...

Страница 18: ...shes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work Wh...

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Страница 20: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield I or the instrument panel 1 13 ...

Страница 21: ...ide 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 Every air bag system ev...

Страница 22: ...erious 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 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 Older Children on page 7 34 or lnfa...

Страница 23: ... see 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 on page 1 33 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickl...

Страница 24: ...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 or cr...

Страница 25: ...tion of the belt Before you begin to drive move the shoulder belt locked into position adjuster to the height that is right for you To move it down pull on is centered on your shoulder The beltshouldbe labeled PULL You can shoulder move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide the center adjuster control away from your face andneck butnotfalling Off your 1 18 ...

Страница 26: ... is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way YQU can be seriously hurt id your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 1 19 ...

Страница 27: ... in the wrong place like this Ina crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would bethere not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you A The belt is buckled in the wrong place 1 20 ...

Страница 28: ...est 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 A The belt is over an armrest 1 21 ...

Страница 29: ...can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 22 ...

Страница 30: ... belt is twisted across the body 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 1 23 ...

Страница 31: ... way Before you close the door be sure the belt is out of the way If you slam the door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy 1 24 ...

Страница 32: ...he same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Center Passenger Position 2nd Row If your vehicle has a second row bench seat someone can sit in the center position When you sit in the center positio...

Страница 33: ...hird fourth or fifth row bench seats someone can sit in the center positions When you sit in a center seating position in the third fourth or fifth row 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 1 26 ...

Страница 34: ...le the safety belt quickly if you ever had to Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearin...

Страница 35: ...u would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Don t let it get twisted Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature 3 To make the lap part tight pull down o...

Страница 36: ...uld cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash 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 aga...

Страница 37: ...dults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide available for each outside passenger position in the rear seats To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and booster seats and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts Here s how to install...

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Страница 39: ...afety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1 27 Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides I shoulder 1 32 ...

Страница 40: ...cle hits something Pretensioners work only once If they activate in a crash you ll need to get new ones and probably other new parts for your safetybelt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 1 78 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt isn t long enough to fasten your dealer will order you an extend...

Страница 41: ...ow 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 In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up or can be thrown out of the vehicle Older children need to use safet...

Страница 42: ...outside seat position move the child toward the center of the vehicle See Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guidesfor Children and Small Adults on page 1 30 If the child is sitting in the second row center seat position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case 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 restrain...

Страница 43: ...s belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash Infants and Young Children Everyone 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 mus...

Страница 44: ...yin their arms while riding ina vehicle A baby doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only25 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 securedin an appropriate restraint 1 37 ...

Страница 45: ...system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints which are purchased by the vehicle s owner 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 whe...

Страница 46: ...is weak and its head weighsso much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints Th 3ody strucl e o youngchild is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom...

Страница 47: ...ry because a newborn infant s neck CAUTION Continued is weak and its head weighsso much compared with the rest of its body Ina crash an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants always should be restrained in appropriate infant restraints However infants who should be r...

Страница 48: ... children always should be securedin appropriate child restraints Pe Je s h d d never hold a baby i Ihe Arms while riding in a vehicle A baby doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg forceon a person s arms 1 41 ...

Страница 49: ...or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle I 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 1 42 ...

Страница 50: ...ces 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 1 43 ...

Страница 51: ...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 it wi...

Страница 52: ...eriously injured or killed if the air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag If your vehicle has a right front passenger s air bag always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rearseat You may secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat but before you do always move the front passenger seat as fa...

Страница 53: ...e air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Be sure to turnoff the air bag before using a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat position CAUTION Continued Even though theAIR BAG OFF switch is designed to turnoff the passenger s frontal air bag no system isfail safe and no one can guarantee that an air bag...

Страница 54: ...the air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Do not use a rear facing child restraint in this vehicle If a forward facing child restraint is suitable for your child first move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop...

Страница 55: ...would be very close to the inflating air bag Be sure to turnoff the air bag before using a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat position CAUTION Continued Even though the AIR BAG OFF switch is designed to turnoff the passenger s frontal air bag no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an air bag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off...

Страница 56: ...ollow the instructions for your child restraint If yours requires that the top strap be anchored don t usethe 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 have a ...

Страница 57: ...the anchor to come loose or even break during a crash A child or others could be injured if this happens To help prevent injury to people and damage to your vehicle attach only one child restraint per bracket Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Passenger and C...

Страница 58: ...e left outboard seating position use anchor point A For the right outboard seating position use anchor point B For a center seating position use either anchor point A or B Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System If you have a passenger van it may have the LATCH system If it does you ll find two sets of anchors A in the second row of seats in the driver and passenger side seating...

Страница 59: ...ild restraint that has attaching points B at its base and a top tether anchor C or a rear facing child restraint that has attaching points B as shown here With this system use the LATCH system instead of the vehicle s safety belts to secure a child restraint 1 52 ...

Страница 60: ...ring a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 Find the anchors for the seating position you want to use where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Attach the anchor points on the child restraint to the anchors in the vehicle The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 If the child restraint is forward facing attach ...

Страница 61: ...lder belt See Top Strap on page 7 49if 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 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions ...

Страница 62: ...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 1 55 ...

Страница 63: ...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 1 56 ...

Страница 64: ...ing a lap shoulder belt which works the same way as the safety belts in the rear outside seat positions To learn how to secure a child restraint with a lap shoulder belt refer to the instructions in Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position on page 1 54 1 57 ...

Страница 65: ...Secure the child in the childrestraint when and as the instructions say See Top Strap on page 1 49if 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 1 58 ...

Страница 66: ...u 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 Securing a Child Restraint in the Rig...

Страница 67: ...e inflating airbag If your vehicle is a passenger van always secure a rear facing child restraint in arear seat If your vehicle is a cargo van with a right front passenger air bag and an air bag off switch be sure to turn off the air bag before using a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat position If your vehicleis a cargo van with a right front passenger air bag but does not have a...

Страница 68: ...al government has identified as a member of a passenger air bag risk group sit in the right front passenger s position for example don t secure a rear facing child restraint in your vehicle until you have your vehicle serviced See Air Bag Off Switch in the Index 1 If your vehicle has a passenger air bag and an air bag off switch and you are using a rear facing child restraint in this seat make sur...

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Страница 70: ... in a vehicle with an air bag off switch turn on the right front passenger s air bag when you remove the rear facing child restraint from the vehicle unless the person who will be sitting there is a member of a passenger air bag risk group See Air Bag Off Switch on page 1 72 If the right front passenger s air bag is turned off for a person who isn t in a risk group identified by the national gover...

Страница 71: ...ent panel in front of the right front passenger s seat your vehicle has an air bag for the driver only If it says AIR BAG on the middle part of the steering wheel but there is no right front passenger seat your vehicle has an air bag for the driver only Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag But these air bags must inflate very quickl...

Страница 72: ...l crashes or in many side crashes And for some unrestrained occupants air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful air bags have provided in the past Everyone in your vehicle shouldwear a safety belt properly whether or not there s an air bag for that person Air bags infla wit great force faster than the blink of aneye If you re too close to an inflating air bag as yo...

Страница 73: ...on thata child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the parts of this manual called Older Children and Infants and Young Children There is a 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 there is an electrical problem See A...

Страница 74: ...ant an air bag the bag might 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 mustbe 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 1 67 ...

Страница 75: ...ngle stage deployment and your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn t move or deform the threshold level is about 12 to 16 mph 19 to 26 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag is no...

Страница 76: ...t will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The driver s and right front passenger s frontal air bags are not designed to inflate in rollovers rear impacts or many side impacts because inflation would not help the occupant Seat Position Sensors Vehicles with dual stage air bags are also equipped with special sensors which enable the sensing system to monitor the p...

Страница 77: ...lp you in many types of collisions including rollovers rear impacts and many side impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward those air bags Air bags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates After an air bag inflates it quickly defla...

Страница 78: ...odules and possibly other parts The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts 0 Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air bag inflation and driver s safety belt usage at deployment The module also rec...

Страница 79: ... rear edge of the driver s door See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 30 for more information You can use the air bag off switch on the instrument panel to turn off the right front passenger s air bag This switch should only be turned to AIR BAG OFF if the person in the right front passenger s position is a member of a passenger risk group identified by the national government as follows 1 72 ...

Страница 80: ...can constantly monitor the child s condition Child age 1 to 12 A child age 7 to 72 must ride in the front seat because 0 my vehicle has no rear seat although children ages 1 to 12ride in the rear seat s wheneverpossible children ages 1 to 12 sometimes must ride in thefront because no space is available in the rear seat s of my vehicle or the child has a medical condition which according to the chi...

Страница 81: ...ational government that person won t have the extraprotection of an air bag In a crash the air bag wouldn t be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there Don t turn off the passenger s air bag unless the person sitting there is in a risk group See Air Bag Off Switch in the Index To turn off the right front passenger s air bag insert your ignition key into the switch push in and move...

Страница 82: ...If this ever happens don t let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of a passenger air bag risk group sit in the right front passenger s position for example don t secure a rear facing child restraint in your vehicle until you have your vehicle serviced To turn the right front passenger s air bag on again insert your ignition key into the switch push in and move the switc...

Страница 83: ... you is qualified to doso Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Q If I add a push bumper or a 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 ...

Страница 84: ...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 safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired OF repfaced The air bag system does not need re...

Страница 85: ...ollision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new parts If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash you may need new LATCH system parts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system safety belt safety belt pretensioner or seat parts re...

Страница 86: ...sslock 2 19 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 2 20 New Vehicle Break In 2 20 Ignition Positions 2 20 Starting Your Engine 2 21 Engine Coolant Heater 2 22 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 24 All Wheel Drive 2 26 Parking Brake 2 26 Shifting Into Park P 2 27 Shifting Out of Park P 2 29 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 30 Engine Exhaust 2 30 Running Your Engine While YouAre Parked 2 31 Mirrors 2 32...

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Страница 88: ...ouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in So be sure you have spare keys If you ever do get locked out of your vehicle call GM Roadside Assistance Center See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 5 Remote Keyless Entry System If equipped the remote keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Commun...

Страница 89: ...stance You may be too far from your vehicle You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Take a few steps to the left or right hold the transmitter higher and try again Check to determine if battery replacement or resynchronization is necessary See Battery Replacement and Resynchronization under Remote Keyless En...

Страница 90: ... lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle any remaining transmitters must also be matched Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have a maximum of four...

Страница 91: ...from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter TO replace the battery in the keyless entry transmitter do the following 1 Use an object like a coin to pry open the transmitter 2 Once the transmitter is separated use an object like a pencil to remove the old battery Do not use a metal object 3 Remove and replace the battery positive side down 4 Snap the transmitter back tog...

Страница 92: ...hrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked So wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive 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 unlocked door when youslow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help pr...

Страница 93: ...This feature protects the owner from having an unsecured side cargo door If the side cargo door is open when the lock button is pressed on the door or remote keyless entry transmitter all doors will lock and then re lock again after the cargo door is closed the cargo door is not closed within several minutes the re lock will not occur the If When a door is locked the inside door handle will not wo...

Страница 94: ...th this feature you can lock these doors so they can t be opened from the inside by passengers Move the lever down to engage the security feature Move the lever up to return the door locks to normal operation Right hand 60 40 Swing Out Side Door Move the button to the left to engage the security feature Move the button to the right to return the door locks to normal operation 2 9 ...

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Страница 97: ...ar of the vehicle Then slide the door toward the rear of the vehicle to open it To close the sliding door from inside grasp the inside handle and slide the door toward the front of the vehicle to a closed position Make sure the door is completely closed before driving away 2 12 ...

Страница 98: ...Door To open the front portion of a 60 40 door from the outside pull out on the handle and pull it toward you To open the front portion of a 60 40 door from the inside pull the handle toward you and push open the door 2 13 ...

Страница 99: ...eck strap will automatically re engage Unlockel Joors cat Je c lgerous Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle When a door is locked the handle won t open it You increase the chance of being thrown outof the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked So wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive vehicles may be unable to ge...

Страница 100: ...passenger s side rear door first To open the driver s side rear door pull the latch release at the inside edge of the door To close the rear doors close the driver side rear door first Then close the passenger side rear door Check to make sure both doors are completely closed 2 15 ...

Страница 101: ...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 Manual Windows To operate your manual windows turn the hand crank on each door to raise or lower your side door windows 2 16 ...

Страница 102: ...he window Press the front of the switch with the power window symbol on it to raise the window The driver s window switch also has an express down feature that allows the window to be lowered without holding the switch Press and hold the side of the window switch marked AUTO for one second to activate the express down mode The express down mode can be cancelled at any time by pressing the opposite...

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Страница 104: ...mpered with fuel is disabled During normal operation the SECURITY light will go off approximately five seconds after the key is turned to RUN If the engine stalls and the SECURITY light flashes wait until the light stops flashing before trying to restart the engine Remember to release the key from START as soon as the engine starts If the engine is running and the SECURITY light comes on you will ...

Страница 105: ...ure wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Don t tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information Ignition Positions C Use the key to turn the ignition switch to four different positions A LOCK This position locks the ignition and transmission It sa theft deterrent feature You will only be able to remo...

Страница 106: ...arting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Notice Don t try to shift toPARK 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 ig...

Страница 107: ... 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 addingelectrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform properly Fuel Regulator You have a fuel regulator...

Страница 108: ...ly injured Plug 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 forat 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 de...

Страница 109: ...in the Index If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system With the ignition in RUN you must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift le...

Страница 110: ...ould use THIRD 3 your vehicle could move very rapidly You when carrying a heavy load or driving on steep hills could lose control and hit people or objects Don t shift into a drive gear while your engine You should use THIRD 3 or as you need to a lower gear when towing a trailer to minimize heat build up is racing and extend the life of your transmission Notice Damage to your transmission caused b...

Страница 111: ...matic and adjusts itself as needed for road conditions You may experience a brief vehicle vibration upon acceleration when driving in slippery conditions This is normal and is an indication that the all wheel drive system is functioning properly Parking Brake To set the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot If the...

Страница 112: ... engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P like this Pull the lever toward you 2 27 ...

Страница 113: ...parking brake firmlyset And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Don tleave your vehicle with the engine running If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you ve moved the shift lever to PARK P hold the reg...

Страница 114: ...ke some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of Park P Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in RUN See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2 24 If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pr...

Страница 115: ...ess and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris different Repairs weren t done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust i s coming into your ...

Страница 116: ...ge with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving in the Index It G I be dan to get out of1 4r veh e if the shift lever is not fullyin 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 others could be injure...

Страница 117: ...so you can see a little of the side of your vehicle and have a clear view of objects behind you Some mirrors can be folded in to enter narrow passageways Outside Remote Control Mirror If your vehicle has power mirrors they can be adjusted from inside the vehicle Select the mirror you want to move by turning the knob clockwise to adjust the passenger s side mirror and counterclockwiseto adjust the ...

Страница 118: ...e is equipped with the camper type mirrors they can be adjusted so you can have a clear view of any objects behind you 1 To adjust the mirrors when towing a trailer turn the mirror by pushing the mirror head toward the front of the vehicle 2 33 ...

Страница 119: ...icle irrors they can be adjusted from Select the mirror you want to move by turning the knob clockwise to adjust the passenger s side mirror and counterclockwiseto adjust the driver s side mirror The center position is neutral Then adjust the mirror angle by pushing the knob in the direction desired until the mirror is adjusted to where you want it 2 34 ...

Страница 120: ... right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes I Your outside mirrors can be defrosted by pressing the button located near the fan control An indicator light in the button will light anytime the heated outside mirrors are activated Your rear window defogger comes on whenever the heated mirrors are on If your vehicle has...

Страница 121: ...are included in your vehicle s glove box literature For more information visit www onstar com contact Onstar at1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 or press the blue Onstar button to speak to an Onstar advisor 24 hours a day 7 days a week Onstar Services Onstar provides a number of service plans Some of 8 8 the a a a a a a a services currently provided by Onstar are Automatic Notification of Air Bag Depl...

Страница 122: ...cle s glove box or call Onstar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 Onstar VirtualAdvisor With Onstar Virtual Advisor you can listen to the news entertainment and informative topics such as traffic and weather reports You are able to listen and reply to your e mail through your vehicle s speakers A completed Subscription Service Agreement is required prior to delivery of Onstar services and prepaid ca...

Страница 123: ...t the center of the instrument panel extension by the floor To open the compartment press down on the inside portion of the handle The compartment will open automatically Storage compartments may also be included on the inside of each front door 2 38 ...

Страница 124: ...Air Bag Readiness Light 3 27 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 3 32 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 3 33 Oil Pressure Gage 3 36 Change Engine Oil Light 3 37 Security Light 3 37 Cruise Control Light 3 38 Tow Haul Mode Light 3 38 Check Gages Warning Light 3 38 Fuel Gage 3 39 Audio System s 3 40 Data Systems RDS 3 40 Data Systems RDS 3 41 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light 3 38 Setting the Time for Radio...

Страница 125: ...Instrument Panel Overview A B C D A E F A A I G H I J K J ...

Страница 126: ...ets B Turn SignaVMultifunctionLever C Instrument Panel Cluster D ShiftLever E ClimateControlSystem F AudioSystem G Headlamp and Parking Lamp Controls H Tow Haul Mode Button I Rear Heating System If Equipped J Accessory Power Outlets Cigarette Lighter K Storage Compartment 3 3 ...

Страница 127: ... even if the key isn t in I Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others They also let police know you have a problem Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work 3 4 ...

Страница 128: ...d the horn Tilt Wheel A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle The lever is located on the lower left side of the steering column To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the ...

Страница 129: ... way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it If you move the lever all the way up o...

Страница 130: ...f To use it pull the turn signal lever toward you but not SO far that you hear it click If your headlamps are off or on low beam your high beam headlamps will turn on and stay on as long as you hold the lever toward you and the high beam indicator on the instrument panel will come on Release the lever to turn the high beam headlamps off Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by turnin...

Страница 131: ...e marked with the windshield washer symbol at the topof the multifunction lever To spray washer fluid on the windshield push the paddle The wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return to your preset speed o Off To stop the wipers move the band to off I reezingwe ler on t use your washer Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the...

Страница 132: ...l will disengage I On This position activates the system Resume Accelerate Push the lever to this symbol to make the vehicle accelerate or resume to a previously set speed Set Press this button to set the speed Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slipp...

Страница 133: ...al Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course disengages the cruise control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can move the cruise control switch from on to resume accelerate briefly You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there If you hold the switch at resume accelerate briefly th...

Страница 134: ... you do this your vehicle will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control 0 Press and hold the set button at the end o f the lever until you reach the lower speed you want then release it 0 To slow down in very small amounts press the set button briefly Each time you do this you ll go about 1 mph 1 6 km h slower upon youispeed load and the steepness of the hills When ...

Страница 135: ...the DRLs are active the DRL indicator will illuminate f Parking Lamps Turning the control to this position turns on the parking lamps together with the following Instrument Panel Lights Daytime Running Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Ashtray Lamp If the DRLs are active when the control is turned to this position the DRLs will turn off For vehicles first sold in Canada the DRLs...

Страница 136: ...the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada When the DRL are on only your headlamps will be on The taillamps sidemarker and other lamps won t be on The instrument panel will...

Страница 137: ...rol Press this knob located next to the exterior lamps knob to extend and turn it to make your instrument panel brighter Turn the knob all the way up to turn on the interior lamps Press the knob back into its stored position If items are loaded on the roof of the vehicle as in a luggage carrier care should be taken not to block or damage the center high mounted stoplamp unit 3 14 ...

Страница 138: ...ure When a door is opened the dome iamps will come on if the dome override button is in the out position If the dome override button is pressed in the lamps will not come on When the door is closed the interior lamps will remain on for a period of fifteen seconds or until the vehicle is started Reading Lamps To turn on the reading lamps press the button located next to each lamp To turn them off p...

Страница 139: ...ave maximum current levels Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible to the power accessory outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on the power accessory 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...

Страница 140: ...pproximately half of the air to the instrument panel outlets then directs most of the remaining air to the floor outlets Some air may be directed toward the windshield 4 Floor This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets with some air directed to the outboard outlets for the side windows and some air directed to the windshield The right knob can also be used to select the defrost mode In...

Страница 141: ...cle MAX A C Maximum Air Conditioning Turn the right knob to MAX A C for maximum cooling This setting cools the air the fastest by recirculating the inside air Rear Heating System Your vehicle may have an optional rear heating system that allows you to adjust the amount of air flowing into the rear of the vehicle from the front seating area This feature works with the main climate control system in...

Страница 142: ...st the fan speed for the rear seat passenger s Rear Climate Control Panel The rear control panel for this system is located in the second row behind the driver in the rear of your vehicle A rear seat passenger can use this control panel to personally adjust the temperature the direction of the airflow and the fan speed for the rear seating area The fan knob located on the front climate control pan...

Страница 143: ...FF to turn off the fan Setting the Temperature To increase or decrease the temperature for the rear of the vehicle use the right knob located on the climate control panel The air conditioning system on the main climate control panel must be turned on to direct cooled air to the rear of the vehicle If it is not on then the temperature in the rear of the vehicle will remain at cabin temperature Be s...

Страница 144: ...e windshield clear Use defrost to remove fog or ice from the windshield quickly in extremely cold conditions The temperature knob should be in the red area and the fan control toward high Rear Window Defogger Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off Be sure to clear as much snow from the window as possibie The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog or frost from...

Страница 145: ...ps Clear away any ice snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the flow of air into your vehicle 0 Use of non GM approvedhooddeflectorsmay adversely affect the performance of the system Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of your vehicle more effectively 3 22 ...

Страница 146: ...ages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one o f the vvarn...

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Страница 148: ...y wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed Laws vary as to the procedure that must be followed so check with your state or provincial vehicle registration office But generally if the new odometer can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer then it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage rea...

Страница 149: ...d Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START a tone will come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts unless the driver s safety belt is already buckled To reset the trip odometer fully press the reset button located near the trip odometer readout The trip odometer can show either total miles or trip miles using this button located on the instrum...

Страница 150: ...tem 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 If the air bag readiness light stayson after you start your vehicle it means the air bag system may not be working properly The air bagsin your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate ...

Страница 151: ... including important safety information L If the right front passenger s air bagis turned off for a person who isn t in a risk group identified by the national government that person won t have the extraprotection of an air bag In a crash the air bag wouldn tbe able to inflate and help protect the personsitting there Don t turn off the passenger s air bag unless the person sitting there is ina ris...

Страница 152: ...hild restraint in your vehicle until you have your vehicle serviced This light should come on briefly when you turn on the ignition before starting the engine as a check to show you it is working After the engine starts the light should go out If it stays on or comes on while you are driving you may have a problem with your charging system It could indicate a problem with the generator drive belt ...

Страница 153: ... 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 When the engine is running the gage shows the condition of the charging system Readings between the low and high warning zones indicate the normal operating range You can only drive for a short time with the reading in either warni...

Страница 154: ...ht away BRAKE 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 to stop If ...

Страница 155: ...brakes See Brake System Warning Light earlier 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 If the gage pointer moves into the...

Страница 156: ...y 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 vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This c...

Страница 157: ...e Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light is still flashing follow the previous steps and drive the vehicle to your dealer or qualified service cente...

Страница 158: ...ions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the eit rissionCGntrd equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Here are some things you need to know to help your vehicle pass an inspection Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the Check Engine li...

Страница 159: ...e zone indicate the normal operating range A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or other problem causing low oil pressure Check your oil as soon as possible Don t keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can becomeso hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soonas possible and have your vehicle serviced...

Страница 160: ... will be displayed when the engine is on For more information on resetting the system see Engine Oil on page 5 14 Security Light SECURITY a I I I I United States Canada The light will stay on until the engine starts If the light flashes the Passlock System has entered a tamper mode If the vehicle fails to start see Passlock on page 2 19 If the light comes on continuously while driving and stays on...

Страница 161: ...ight You have this light on the instrument panel It will light whenever the DRL are on It is also a reminder to turn on your headlamps when driving at night TOW HAUL I This message is displayed when the tow haul mode has been activated For more information see Tow Haul Mode in Towing a Trailer on page 4 32 Check Gages Warning Light CHECK GAGES United States Canada This light will come on briefly w...

Страница 162: ... fuel as soon as possible Listed are four situations you may experience with your fuel gage At the gas station the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads full 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 tank speed up ...

Страница 163: ...to operate easily and to give years of listening pleasure You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first Find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all of its controls to be sure you re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it Your vehicle may have a feature called Retained Accessory Power RAP With RAP you can play your aud...

Страница 164: ...minute buttons at the same time until RDS TIME appears on the display To accept this time press and hold the hour and minute buttons at the same time for another 2 seconds If the time is not available from the station NO UPDAT will appear on the display instead RDS time is broadcast once a minute Once you have tuned to an RDS broadcast station it may take a few minutes for your time to update ANI ...

Страница 165: ...u hear two beeps The radio will go to the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons play for a few seconds and flash the station frequency then go on to the next preset station Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning presets Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18stations six AM six FMI and six FM2 by perf...

Страница 166: ... hold the up or the down arrow to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers To adjust the fade between the front and the rear speakers press and release the AUDIO button until FAD appears onthe display Then press and hold the up or the down arrow to move the sound toward the front or the rear speakers To adjust balance or fade to the middle position select BAL or FAD Then press and hold...

Страница 167: ...station and stay there To scan stations press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds until you hear a beep The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds and flash the station frequency then go on to the next station Press one of the SEEK arrows again to stop scanning To scan preset stations press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for more than four seconds until you hear two beeps T...

Страница 168: ...n repeatedly until BAS or TRE appears on the display Then press and hold the up or the down arrow to increase or to decrease If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To adjust bass or treble to the middle position select BAS or TRE Then press and hold the AUDIO button for more than two seconds until you hear a beep B and a zero or T and a zero will appear on the display To...

Страница 169: ...onds until you hear a beep CEN will appear on the display Radio Messages CAL Calibration Your audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CAL appears on the display it means that your radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and must be returned to the dealership for service LOC Locked This message is displayed when the THEFTLOCK systemhas locked up Youmust...

Страница 170: ... appear on the display 6 RPT Repeat Press this pushbutton once to hear a track over again RPT will appear on the display The current track will continue to repeat Press RPT again to turn off repeated play OFF will appear on the display dSEEK D Press the right or the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous track The track number will appear on the display RCL Recall Press this knob to see t...

Страница 171: ...d play normal the disc should play The disc is dirty scratched wet or upside down The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected contact your dealer Playing the Radio PWR Power Press this knob to turn the system on and off VOL Volume Turn this k...

Страница 172: ...e knob for two seconds The radio will produce one beep and selected display will now be the default Finding a Station BAND Press this button to switch between AM FMI FM2 The display will show your selection TUNE Turn this knob to choose radio stations 4 SEEK b Press the right or the left arrow to seek to the next or to the previous station and stay there The radio will seek only to stations that a...

Страница 173: ...ing the Tone BassTTreble AUDIO Press and release the AUDIO knob until BASS MID or TREB appears on the display Turn the knob to increase or to decrease The display will show the bass midrange or treble level If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To adjust the bass midrange and treble to the middle position push the AUDIO knob The radio will produce one beep and adjust th...

Страница 174: ...one beep and display CENTERED Using RDS Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System RDS RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of receive announcements concerning local and display messages from radio stations and programming national emergencies seek to stations with traffic announcements Thi...

Страница 175: ...ry is displayed press either appear on the display LIST knob SCAN arrow and the radio will begin scanning within your chosen category 4 Press wither SCAN arrow again to stop scanning BAND Alternate Frequency Alternatefrequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type Press and hold BAND for two seconds to turn alternate frequency on AF ON will appear on the displ...

Страница 176: ...ew message is received or a different station is tuned to When a message is not available from a station NO INFO will be displayed TRAF Traffic Press this button to receive traffic announcements If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic anr ouncernents the radio will seek to a station that does When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements it will stop TRAF wil...

Страница 177: ...Previous Yourtapemusthaveatleast three seconds of silence between each selection for previous to work Press this pushbutton to go to the previous selection on the tape if the current selection has been playing for less than three seconds If pressed when the current selection has been playing from 3 to 13 seconds it will go to the beginning of the previous selection or the beginning of the current ...

Страница 178: ...lection for scan to work BAND Press this button to listen to the radio when a tape is playing The tape will stop but remain in the player TAPE DISC Press this button to play a tape when listening to the radio Press this button to switch between the tape and compact disc if both are loaded The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening Eject Press this button to st...

Страница 179: ...g a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in and the disc should begin playing The display will show the CD symbol If you want to insert a compact disc with the ignition off first press DlSP or the eject symbol If an error appears on the display see Compact Disc Messages later in this section 1 PREV Previous Press this pushbutton to go to the previo...

Страница 180: ...tart of the next track If either arrow is held or pressed more then once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD 4 SCAN b To scan the disc press and hold either SCAN arrow for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep Use this feature to listen to 10 seconds of each track of the disc Press either SCAN arrow again to stop scanning DlSP Di...

Страница 181: ...temperature returns to becomes smoother the disc should play normal the disc should play The disc is dirty scratched wet or upside down 0 The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again I f the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected contact your dealer 3 58 ...

Страница 182: ...level should always sound the same to you as you drive If you don t want to use automatic volume select OFF RCL Recall Push this knob to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time Pushing this knob with the ignition off will display the time To change the default on the display push this knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob until the display flashes T...

Страница 183: ...on 5 Pressand hold one of the sixnumbered pushbuttons until you hear a beep Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton the station 3 60 you set will return and the equalization that you selected will also be automatically selected for that pushbutton 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bassmreble AUDIO Press and release the AUDIO knob until BASS MID or TREB appears on the disp...

Страница 184: ...e beep and display CENTERED Using RDS Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System RDS RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information 0 Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming receive announcements concerning local and 0 display messages from radio stations and national emergencies seek to stations with traffic announcements T...

Страница 185: ...e display You may select multiple interrupts if desired When you are listening to a compact disc the last selected RDS station will interrupt play if that selected program type format is broadcast SCAN You can also scan through the stations within a category by performing the following 1 Pressthe P TYPE button P TYPE andthelast selected PTY will be displayed on the screen 2 Select a category by tu...

Страница 186: ...FO will appear on the display Press this button to see the message The message may display the artist and song title call in phone numbers etc If the whole message is not displayed parts of it will appear every three seconds To scroll through the message at your own speed press the INFO button repeatedly A new group of words will appear on the display with each press Qnce the complete message has ...

Страница 187: ...LOAD side of the LOAD CD 3 Wait for the light located to the right of the slot to turn green 4 Load a disc Insert the disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull the disc in button When a disc is inserted the CD symbol will be displayed If you select an equalization setting for your disc it will be activated each time you play a disc If the radio is on or off the disc will begin ...

Страница 188: ...act Disc Messages later in this section LOAD CD A Eject Pressing the CD eject side of this button will eject a single disc or multiple discs To eject the disc that is currently playing press and release this button To eject multiple discs press and ho d this button for two seconds You will hear a beep and the light will flash to let you know when a disc is being ejected REMOVE CD will be displayed...

Страница 189: ...nds RPT will appear on the display Press RPT again to turn it off RDM Random With random you can listen to the tracks in random rather than sequential order on one disc or on all of the discs To use random do one of the following 0 To play the tracks on the disc you are listening to in random order press and hold RDM for more than two seconds You will hear a beep and RANDOM ONE will appear on the ...

Страница 190: ...is in the player Using Song List Mode The integrated six disc CD changer has a feature called song list This feature is capable of saving 20 track selections To save tracks into the song list feature perform the following steps 1 Turn the disc player on and load it with at least one disc See LOAD CD listed previously in this section for more information 2 Check to see that the disc changer is not ...

Страница 191: ...to confirm that the track has been deleted After a track has been deleted the remaining tracks are moved up the list When another track is added to the song list the track will be added to the end of the list To delete the entire song list perform the following steps 1 Turn the disc player on 2 Press the SONG LIST button to turn song list on S LIST will appear on the display 3 Press and hold the S...

Страница 192: ...feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to and control any of the music sources radio cassette tapes and CDs However the rear seat passengers can only control the music sources that the front seat passengers are not listening to For example rear seat passengers may listen to a cassette tape or CD through headphones while the driver listens to the radio through the front speakers The rear sea...

Страница 193: ...the radio The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening A SEEK v While listening to the radio press the up or the down arrow to tune to the next or the previous station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking The SEEK button is inactive if the front radio is inuse While listening to a cassette tape press the up or the down arrow to hear the next or the p...

Страница 194: ...ion Number VIN If the radio is moved to a different vehicle it will not operate and LOC will be displayed With THEFTLOCK activated your radio will not operate if stolen Theft Deterrent Feature RDS Radios THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your radio The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number VIN If the radio is moved to a different vehicle ...

Страница 195: ...e 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 it as a broken tape in error To prevent the cleaning cassette from being ejected use the following steps 1 2 3 4 5 Turn the ignition on Turn the radio off Press and hold the TAPE DISC button for five seconds READY will appea...

Страница 196: ...you can straighten it out by hand If the mast is badly bent as it might be by vandals you should replace it Check occasionally to be sure the mast is still tightened to the fender If tightening is required tighten by hand then with a wrench one quarter turn Chime Level Adjustment The radio is the vehicle chime producer The chime is produced from the driver s side front door speakers To change the ...

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Страница 198: ...ving at Night 4 14 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 15 City Driving 4 18 Control of a Vehicle 4 5 Freeway Driving 4 19 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 20 Highway Hypnosis 4 21 Winter Driving 4 24 or Snow 4 28 Towing 4 29 Towing Your Vehicle 4 29 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 29 Loading Your Vehicle 4 30 Towing a Trailer 4 32 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 22 If YouAre Stuck In Sand Mud Ice 4 1 ...

Страница 199: ...ne call reading or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision with resulting injury Ask a passenger to help do things like this or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself These simple defensive driving techniques could save your life Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a nationa...

Страница 200: ...The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association a 180 Ib 82 kg person who drinks three 12 ounce 355 ml bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0 06 percent The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4 ounce 120 ml glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1 1 2 ounces 45 ml of a liquor like whisk...

Страница 201: ...g a collision At a BAC level of 0 10 percent the chance of this driver having a collision is 12 times greater at a level of 0 15 percent the chance is 25 times greater The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up 1 11 be careful isn t the right answer What if there s an emergency a need to take sudden action...

Страница 202: ... your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4of 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 I00 km h travels 66 feet 20 m...

Страница 203: ...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 Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking sk...

Страница 204: ...hat 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 4 7 ...

Страница 205: ...or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you won t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes 4 8 Locking Rear Axle If your vehicle has thisfeature your locking rear axle can give you additional traction on snow mud ice sand or gravel It works ...

Страница 206: ...angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you re in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you re steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places You can lose control What should you do if th...

Страница 207: ...se First apply your brakes See Braking on page 4 5 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 full 180 degrees very...

Страница 208: ...other 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 Drive ahead Loo...

Страница 209: ...les 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 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 it...

Страница 210: ...andled 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 road For safety you ...

Страница 211: ...m headlamps behind you Since you can t see as well you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differen...

Страница 212: ...he inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly f...

Страница 213: ...ow signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work as well in a quick sto...

Страница 214: ...too quickly through deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water thatis slightly lower than the underbodyof your vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing water as you might at a...

Страница 215: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move check both ways for vehicles that have not cleare...

Страница 216: ... 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 your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it s slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mi...

Страница 217: ...go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip e e e e e e e Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservior full Are all windows clean inside and outside Wiper Blades Are they in good shape Fuel En...

Страница 218: ... Don t let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and comfortably cool interior to the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a rest service or park...

Страница 219: ...s 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 yougo down a steep or long hill Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain 9 If you don t shift down your brakes could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going dow...

Страница 220: ...ear The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission and you can climb the hill better 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 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 You may see h...

Страница 221: ...r 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 4 24 ...

Страница 222: ...ot to break the fragile traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more Your anti lock brakes improve your 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 Braking on page 4 5 0 Allow greater followi...

Страница 223: ...ummon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If 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 to keep ...

Страница 224: ...s 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 or batteries charged You will need a well charged battery or batteries to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and cl...

Страница 225: ...vehicle as well as the tires If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth you can destroy your transmission For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains on page 5 68 Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels Then shift back and forth between REVERSE...

Страница 226: ...l Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle behind another vehicle such as behind a motorhome The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground and dolly towing towing your vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly Your vehicle was not desig...

Страница 227: ...ight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out Do not load your ve...

Страница 228: ... Don t leave a seat folded down unless you The Payload Capacity is shown on the Certificationrrire label This is the maximum load capacity that your vehicle can carry Be sure to include the weight of the people inside as part of your load If you added any accessories or equipment after your vehicle left the factory remember to subtract the weight of these things from the payload Your dealer can he...

Страница 229: ...a trailer with your vehicle Additional rear axle maintenance is required for a vehicle used to tow a trailer See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index To identify the trailering capacity of 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 traileri...

Страница 230: ...make starts at full throttle This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads 0 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 too often e g under heavy loads and or hilly conditions Three important considerations have to do with weight the weight of the trailer the weight...

Страница 231: ...ross Combined Weight Rating GCWR Tow haul is most useful under the following driving conditions When pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load through rolling terrain When pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load in stop and go traffic When pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load in busy parking lots where improved low speed control of the vehicle is desired Operating the v...

Страница 232: ... any special equipment that you have on your vehicle The following chart shows how much your trailer can weigh based upon vehicle model and options Vehicle I Axle Ratio I Maximum Trailer Weight I GCWR GI500 Cargo Van 2WD I4300 V6 I 3 42 I 4 400 Ibs 1 998 kg I 9 000 Ibs 4 086 kg I5300 V8 I 3 73 3 42 I 6 400 Ibs 2 906 kg I 12 000 Ibs 5 448 kg I Trailer tongue weight should be 10 percent to 15 percen...

Страница 233: ...06 kg 12 000 Ibs 5 448 kg I I I I Tongue weight should be 10 percent to 15 percent of trailer weight up to 1 500 Ibs 680kg I Vehicle I Axle Ratio I Maximum Trailer Weiqht GCWR 1 IHI500 Passenger Van AWD 15300 V8 I 3 73 3 42 I 6 200 Ibs 2 815 kg 12 000 Ibs 5 448 kg I I I I 1 Tongue weight should be 10 percent to 15 percent of trailer weight up to 1 000 Ibs 454 kg 4 36 ...

Страница 234: ...4800 V8 6000 V8 Vehicle I Axle Ratio 1 Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 1 F o n g u e weight should be 10 percent to 15 percent of trailer weight up to 1 000 Ibs 454 kg 4 37 ...

Страница 235: ...er Weight GCWR G3500 CargoVan 2WD Short Wheelbase 6000 V8 Tongue weight should be 10 percent to 15 percent of trailer weight up to 1 500 Ibs 680 kg 3 73 14 000 Ibs 6 356 kg 8 300 Ibs 3 768 kg 4 10 16 000 Ibs 7 264 kg 10 000 Ibs 4 540 kg Vehicle IAxle Ratio I Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR G3500 Cargo Van 2WD Long Wheelbase 6000 V8 Tongue weight should be 10 percent to 15 percent of trailer weight up ...

Страница 236: ...cargo in the towing vehicle must be subtracted from the above maximum trailer weights You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice or you can write us at the address listed in your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information Booklet In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario LIH 8P7 4 39 ...

Страница 237: ...ght 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 around in the trai...

Страница 238: ...u install a trailer hitch If you re using the wiring provided by the factory installed hitch you should not need to make any holes in the body of your vehicle However if you have an aftermarket hitch installed you may need to make holes in the body If you do then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get int...

Страница 239: ... port on the master cylinder that sends fluid to the rear brakes But don t use copper tubing for this If you do it will bend and finally break off Use double walled steel tubing Driving with a Trailer If you have a rear most window open and you pull a trailer with your vehicle carbon monoxide CO could come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CQ It can cause unconsciousness or death See Engine...

Страница 240: ...tance 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 and sudden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when you re towing a trailer And because you re a good deal longer you ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return lo your l...

Страница 241: ...ccasionally to be 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 When towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades consider the following Engine coolant will boil at a lower temperature...

Страница 242: ...ar brakes When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you startyourengine shift into a gear and release the parking brake 2 Letupon 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 whe...

Страница 243: ...harnesses come without connectors and should be wired by a qualified electrical technician The technician can use the following color code chart when connecting the wiring harness to your trailer and trailer brake controller Seven Wire Harness Light Green Back up lamps Brown Parking lamps Yellow Leftstoplampand turn signal Dark Green Rightstoplamp and turn signal DarkBlue Useforelectric trailer br...

Страница 244: ...gine Oil 5 14 Engine Air CleanedFilter 5 19 AutomaticTransmission Fluid 5 21 Engine Coolant 5 24 RadiatorPressureCap 5 27 Engine Overheating 5 28 Cooling System 5 30 Engine Fan Noise 5 37 Power Steering Fluid 5 37 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 38 Brakes 5 40 Battery 5 43 Jump Starting 5 44 All Wheel Drive 5 49 Rear Axle 5 50 Front Axle 5 51 Noise Control System 5 52 Tampering with Noise Control System...

Страница 245: ... the Inside of Your Vehicle 5 85 Care of Safety Belts 5 88 Weatherstrips 5 88 Cleaning the Outside ofYour Vehicle 5 88 Sheet Metal Damage 5 91 Finish Damage 5 91 Underbody Maintenance 5 91 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 92 GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 92 Vehicle Identification 5 94 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 94 Service Parts Identification Label 5 94 Electrical System 5 9 5 Add on El...

Страница 246: ...s you to be happy with it We hope you ll go to your dealer for all your service needs You ll get genuine GM parts and GM trained and supported service people We hope you ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks 5 3 ...

Страница 247: ... Part E Maintenance Record on page 6 21 Youcanbeinjuredandyour vc c d be damaged if you try todo service work on a vehicle without knowing enough aboutit Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can be easily confused I...

Страница 248: ...s does not indicate a problem exists or that a higher octane fuel is necessary If you are using 87 octane or higher octane fuel and hear heavy knocking your engine needs service Gasoline Specifications It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association and endorsed by the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers Association for bette...

Страница 249: ...n air General Motorsrecommendsthatyouusethese 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 corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty Some gasolines that are no...

Страница 250: ... ns violently and that can cause very bad injuries Don t smoke if you re near fuel or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel 1 The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the driver s side of your vehicle 5 7 ...

Страница 251: ...ded If you get fuel on yourself and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Fuel can spray out on you if you open thefuel cap too quickly This spray can happenif your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the capall the way ...

Страница 252: ...ou If you get the wrong type it may not fit properly This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and may damage your fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction indicator Lamp in the Index Fillin a A Irtable r 1 Container Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly bur...

Страница 253: ...nt brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release To open the hood do the following 1 Pull this handleinside the vehicle It is located in front of the driver s side door frame near the floor 5 10 ...

Страница 254: ...t in the hood hinge on the driver s side If your vehicle has an underhood lamp it will automatically come on and stay on until the hood is closed Before closing the hood be sure all of the filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer then let the hood down and close it firmly 5...

Страница 255: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you lift the hood you ll see these items 5 12 ...

Страница 256: ... Coolant RecoveryTank D Transmission Fluid Dipstick E Engine Oil Fill F Engine Oil Dipstick G Air Filter Restriction Indicator H Engine Air CleanedFilter I Power Steering Reservoir J Brake Master Cylinder K Windshield Washer Fluid 5 13 ...

Страница 257: ... and is located near the center of the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keepin...

Страница 258: ...d too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged The engine oil filler cap is located between the coolant recovery tank and the engine air cleaner filter See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location Be sure to fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the...

Страница 259: ... If you choose to perform the engine oil change service yourself be sure the oil you use 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 viscosity chart RECOMMENDED SAE VISCO...

Страница 260: ...t symbol are all you will need for good performance and engine protection When to Change Engine Oil GM Oil Life System 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 t...

Страница 261: ...ur 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 dispose of clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use and dispo...

Страница 262: ...n location Your vehicle may have this feature The engine air cleaner filter assembly has an indicator that lets you know when the air filter is dirty and needs to be serviced If the area inside the clear section of the indicator is green no air filter service is required When the area inside the indicator is orange and CHANGE AIR FILTER appears press the button to reset 5 19 ...

Страница 263: ... the indicator should be reset Push the button on the top of the indicator to reset it to the green clean filter zone See Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 5 104 for the proper filter to use Refer to the maintenance schedule to determine when to replace the engine air cleaner filter See Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6 4 Operating the engine with the air cleanedfilter off...

Страница 264: ...n page 6 4 How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick Notice Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engin...

Страница 265: ... give you a more accurate reading of the fluid level Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows Park yourvehicleon a level place Keep theengine running With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P Let th...

Страница 266: ...fluid level is in the acceptable range push the dipstick back in all the way then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use See Part D Recommended Fluidsand Lubricants on page 6 19 Notice We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON 111 because fluid with that label is made especially ...

Страница 267: ...X COOL coolant will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Protect against rust and corrosion Help keep theproperenginetemperature Let the warning lights and gages work as they should Notice When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOL silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion may result In a...

Страница 268: ...uld 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 the proper 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 engine ra...

Страница 269: ...ol t recovery tank The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at COLD FILL or a little higher Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator press...

Страница 270: ...t spill coolant on a hot engine Radiator Pressure Cap Occasionally check the coolant level in the radiator For information on how to add coolant to the radiator see Cooling System on page 5 30 The radiator pressure cap is located near the center of the engine compartment Notice Your radiator cap is a pressure typecap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage ...

Страница 271: ... 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 driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no c...

Страница 272: ...K P or NEUTRAL N and let the engine idle 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues and you have not stopped pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If ...

Страница 273: ...t do anything else until it cools down A Radiator Pressure Cap B CoolantRecoveryTank C Engine Cooling Fan s When the engine is cold the coolant level should be at or above the COLD FILL 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 5 30 ...

Страница 274: ...d 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 COOL silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion may result In addition the engine coolant will require change so...

Страница 275: ...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 COOL coolant Notice In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the ...

Страница 276: ...nd scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly CAUTION Continued They are under pressure and if you turn the radiatorpressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool ifyou ever have to turn the pressurecap 5 33 ...

Страница 277: ...nd upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 5 34 ...

Страница 278: ... the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant on page 5 24 for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the COLD 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but FILL mark leave the radiator pressure cap off 5 35 ...

Страница 279: ...olant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pressure cap At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap 5 36 ...

Страница 280: ... speed increases as the clutch more fully engages So you may hear an increase in fan noise This is normal and should not be mistaken as the transmission slipping or making extra shifts It is merely the cooling system functioning properly The fan will slow down when additional cooling is not required and the clutch partially disengages You may also hear this fan noise when you start the engine It w...

Страница 281: ...n the dipstick The level should be at the COLD FILL mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark To prevent contamination of brake fluid never check or fill the power steering reservoir with the brake master cylinder cover off What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 19 Always use the proper fluid Failure...

Страница 282: ...her fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washerfluid tank only three quarters full when it s very cold This allows for expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the tank if it i s completely full Don t use engine coolant antifreeze in your windshield washe...

Страница 283: ... your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system I1 JU have too much bra fluid it n I on the engi...

Страница 284: ...brake fluid from a sealed container only See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 19 With the vb ng kind of id in yo Jra system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice 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...

Страница 285: ...h 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 always be replaced as complete axle sets The brake wear warning sound means t t I See Brake System Inspection on page 6 18 soon your brakes won t work well Tha...

Страница 286: ...ance free ACDelco battery When it s time for a new battery gel one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12for battery location Warning Batteryposts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive har...

Страница 287: ...2 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles aren t touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you don t want You wouldn t be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the...

Страница 288: ...6 engines the remote negative terminal is located on a tab attached to the engine accessory drive bracket where it is marked GND See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 Using a matc ear a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enoughwater You don t need to add water to...

Страница 289: ...l go to positive or to a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t connect positive to negative or you will get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too And don t connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can c...

Страница 290: ...to a remote negative 1 terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable to the negative terminal of the dead battery or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one IO Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery Ifit won t start after a few tries it probably needs ser...

Страница 291: ...e jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle that had the dead battery vehicle with the good battery vehicle with the good battery vehicle 5 Return the positve remote terminal to its original pos...

Страница 292: ...e Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant See Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6 17 If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some 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...

Страница 293: ...vel surface If you have the 1500 Series the proper level is from 5 8 inch 15 mm to 1 5 8 inch 40 mm below the bottom of the filler plug hole The proper level for the 2500 and 3500 Series is from 0 to 1 4 6 mm below the 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 Part D Re...

Страница 294: ...e When the differential is cold add enough lubricant to raise the level to 3 8inch 10 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 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 19 If t...

Страница 295: ...stem warranty is given in your warranty booklet These standards apply only to vehicles sold in the United States Tampering With Noise Control System Prohibited Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof 1 The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance repair or replacement of any device or element of design incorporated into any new v...

Страница 296: ... if equipped inoperative so as to allow engine speed to exceed manufacturer specifications Fan and Drive Removal of fan clutch if equipped or rendering Removal of the fan shroud if equipped clutch inoperative Air Intake 0 Removal of the air cleaner silencer Modification of the air cleaner Exhaust Removal of themufflerand or resonator 0 Removal of the exhaust pipes and exhaust pipe clamps 5 53 ...

Страница 297: ...dlamp assembly Remove the two pins on the top of the headlamp assembly To remove the pins turn the outer pin clockwise and pull it straight up To remove the inner pin turn it counterclockwise and pull it straight up Lift the inboard side of the headlamp to release the inboard tab from the radiator support Lift the outboard side of the headlamp to release the outboard tab from the radiator support ...

Страница 298: ...t from the socket 10 On the passenger s side turn the bulb clockwise one turn Do not touch the glass part of the bulb 9 Turn the bulb counterclockwise one quarter turn to 11 Install the new bulb into the socket and return it to 12 Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle the headlamp assembly and reinstall the two pins 5 55 ...

Страница 299: ... from the back of the lens and replace the bulb Move the lamp outboard to loosen the tabs Taillamps 6 Turn the socket clockwise to reinstall it in the lens assembly 1 Remove the two inboard nuts on the side assembly 2 Pull side assembly rearward to clear studs 3 Rotate side assemblyon the outboard side 4 Slide assembly slightly upward to release lower clip 5 Reinstall the clips to the side assembl...

Страница 300: ... remove squeeze the tab on the side of the sockets while turning them counterclockwise 9 Turn the bulb counterclockwise to remove it Install the new bulb 10 Reversethe above steps to reinstallthe lamp 5 57 ...

Страница 301: ...ow Beam Headlamm I 9006GS Composite High Beam Headlamps 194 Front Sidemarker Lamp 9005 I J Front Parking and Turn Lamp 3157 Back up Lamp 3157KX Rear Parking Stop and Turn Lamp 31 57 CHMSL 912 For any bulb not listed here contact your dealer It is recommended that this component be replaced as a unit by your dealer 5 58 ...

Страница 302: ...ase it from the wiper arm hook 3 The insert has two notches at one end that are locked by bottom claws of the blade assembly At the notched end pull the insert from the blade assembly 4 To install the new wiper insert slide the notched end last into the end with two blade claws Then slide the insert all the way through the blade claws at the opposite end bottom claws Make sure that all other claws...

Страница 303: ...d a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued 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 Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as...

Страница 304: ...exing Too muchheat Tireoverloading 0 Badwear Bad handling Badfueleconomy If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following Unusual wear 0 Badhandling 0 Roughride 0 Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Also check the tire pressure of the spare tire How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You can t...

Страница 305: ...ure all tires including the spare are properly inflated See Tires and Inflation Tire Pressure in the Index for more information on proper tire inflation Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6 000 to 8 000 miles 10 000 to 13 000 km Any time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When It...

Страница 306: ... pressures as shown on the Certificationrrire label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 101 Rust or dirt on awheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where...

Страница 307: ... because of the size or location of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Certificationflire label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires get ones with that same TPC Spec number That way your vehicle will continue to have tires...

Страница 308: ... maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires The Uni...

Страница 309: ...e tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires m...

Страница 310: ...r your vehicle Using le wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which 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 problem...

Страница 311: ...for a tire to blowout 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 off the accelerator pedal and grip the ...

Страница 312: ... 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 To be even more certain the vehicle won t move you can put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthestaway from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle at the opposite end 1 The...

Страница 313: ...passenger side of corner of the vehicle Remove the retaining wing bolt and lift it off the mounting bracket If you have a van with the 15 passenger seating arrangement the equipment you ll need is secured on the rear passenger side floor of the vehicle Remove the retaining wing bolt and lift it out of the mounting bracket 5 70 ...

Страница 314: ...wheel wrench D and the ratchet E Your spare tire is stored underneath the rear of your vehicle You will use the wheel wrench D and the ratchet E to lower the spare tire The ratchet has a DOWN side and an UP side Put the flat chisel end of the wheel wrench on an angle through the hole between the body and the bumper Be sure the flat end connects into the hoist shaft 5 71 ...

Страница 315: ...ion A When the tire has been lowered pull the tire toward you so you can reach the tire retainer and pull it up through the wheel opening If you have a vehicle which was completed from a cab and chassis refer to the information from the body supplier installer The spare tire is a full size tire like the other tires on your vehicle Notice To help avoid vehicle damage do not drive the vehicle before...

Страница 316: ...is section for instructions on storing the spare tire correctly To release the spare tire from the secondary latch do the follo lhg Before beginning this procedure read all the instructions Failure to read and follow the instructions could damage the hoist assembly and you and others could get hurt Read and follow the instructions listed below I Someone standing too close durin the procedure could...

Страница 317: ...d is 2 If the cable is not visible start this procedure at visible Step 6 3 Turn the wrench counterclockwise until approximately 6 inches 15 cm of cable is exposed 5 Attach the jack handle jack handle extension to the jack and slide the ratchet with the UP mark facing you onto the end of the jack handle extension so your set up looks like the picture above 5 74 ...

Страница 318: ...e firmly pulling the jack out from under the spare tire with the other hand If the spare tire is hanging from the cable slide the ratchet onto the wheel wrench and insert the wheel wrench into the hoist shaft hole above the bumper and turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare the rest of the way Be sure the DOWN mark on the ratchet is facing you Tilt the retainer at the end of the ...

Страница 319: ...l end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry it out Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 With the DOWN side facing you use the ratchet and wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 2 Assemble the jack and tools for a front or rear flat as follows Front Position Front Flat Assemble the jack A together with the jack handle B and ratchet C ...

Страница 320: ...ion C and ratchet D as shown Be sure that the ratchet has the UP mark facing you To assemble the jack handle and jack handle extension use the art and text following Connect the jack handle B and jack handle extension C together and press the retention clip arrow so it engages 5 77 ...

Страница 321: ...5 78 Front Position Rear Position ...

Страница 322: ...t e witt l e jac mproper positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicledamage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 4 Raise the vehicle by turning the ratchet clockwise Make sure the UP mark faces you Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to f...

Страница 323: ...5 Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire 6 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 5 80 ...

Страница 324: ...th 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 dirtoff I fer use oil or aseon studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each wheei nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub ...

Страница 325: ... specification See Capacities and Specifications in the Index for wheel nut torque specification Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten thewheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications in the index for the wheel nut torque specification 10 Put th...

Страница 326: ...le could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place 1 Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down 2 Pull the retaining bar through the center of the wheel making sure it is properly attached 5 83 ...

Страница 327: ...fully against the underside of the vehicle Continue turning the ratchet until the tire 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 ratchet to tighten the cable You will hear two clicks when the tire is up all the way Return the jacking equipment to t...

Страница 328: ...n you re cleaning the inside Never use these to clean your vehicle Gasoline Benzene 0 Naphtha Carbon Tetrachloride 0 Acetone PaintThinner 0 Turpentine Lacquer Thinner 0 Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap 0 ...

Страница 329: ...Apply cleaner with a clean sponge Don t saturate the material and don t rub it roughly 5 As soon as you ve cleaned the section use a 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean water dampened 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry sponge to remove any excess cleaner towel or cloth Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks vomit ...

Страница 330: ...ment Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge Commercial cleaners may affect the surface finis...

Страница 331: ... durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Don t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Don t use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer...

Страница 332: ...r salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that c...

Страница 333: ...nse the blade with water Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary replace blades that look worn Aluminum 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 ch...

Страница 334: ...h should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair expense Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch up materials avaliable from your dealer or other service outlets Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer s body and paint shop Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect o...

Страница 335: ...r the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km of purchase whichever occurs first GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing the following products GM Vehicle Care A Description Polishing Cloth Wax Treated Tar and Road Oil Remover Chrome Cleaner and 3pearance Materials Usage Interior and ex...

Страница 336: ...ont d Description Wash Wax Concentrate Spot Lifter Odor Eliminator Usage Medium foaming shampoo Cleans and lightly waxes Biodegradable and phosphate free Quickly and easily removes spots and stains from carpets vinyl and cloth upholstery Odorless spray odor eliminator used on fabrics vinyl leather and carpet See your General Motors parts department for these products See Part D Recommended Fluids ...

Страница 337: ...Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle This is the legal identifier for your vehicle It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel on the driver s side You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identi...

Страница 338: ... wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in the lamp switch An electrical overload will cause the iamps to flicker on ana off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools...

Страница 339: ...Fuses and Circuit Breakers Floor Console Fuse Block The floor console fuse block is located under the driver s seat U 5 96 Front of Vehicle ...

Страница 340: ...s Heated MirrodDefogger Right Rear Blower Driver Turn Mirror Door Locks Upfitter Park Not Available Left Rear Park Lamp Fuse Usage 19 Pass Turn Mirror 20 Right Rear Park Lamp 21 Trailer Park Lamp 22 Front Park Lamp 32 Auxilaryl 33 Auxilary2 Relays Usage 23 Window Residual Accessory Power 24 Auxiliary 25 Right Rear Defogger 26 Courtesy Lamp 27 Cargo Unlock 28 Driver Unlock 29 Park Lamp 30 Door Lock...

Страница 341: ...Engine Compartment Fuse Block The fuse block is in the engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle I 1 I 48 1 49 62 5 98 Front of Vehicle ...

Страница 342: ...p Turn Signal Truck Body Control Module 2 Truck Body Control Module Remote Function Actuator Engine 2 Ignition E Fuse 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 Usage Engine 1 Truck Body Control Module Ignition 1 Spare RPNlnside Rearview Mirror Crankcase Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System Auxiliary Power Outlets Cigarette Lighter Instrument Panel Cluster Air Conditioning...

Страница 343: ...dule Accessory Front Windshield Wiper Anti Lock Brakes Ignition A Trailer Climate Control Blower Ignition B Spare Spare Fuse Usage Relay Usage 53 Windshield Wiper 54 Air Conditioning 55 Spare 57 Fuel Pump 58 Headlamp Low Beam 59 Horn 61 Starter 62 Spare Circuit BreakerUsage 56 Headlamp High Beam 60 Power Seat 5 100 ...

Страница 344: ...ities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level or as recommended in this manual See refrigerant charge iabei under the hood for charge capacity information and requirements En ine S ecifications 1 6 5 4 3 2 5 101 ...

Страница 345: ...ECTM6000 V8 14 7 quarts 14 0 L 17 1quarts 16 2 L 14 5 quarts 13 8 L 16 0 quarts 15 2 L 13 9 quarts 1 3 2L 16 9quarts 16 0 L I Capacities Application English I Metric Engine Oil With Filter After refill the level must be rechecked Add enough engine oil so that the fluid is within the proper operating range See Engine Oil on page 5 14 VORTECTM 4300 V6 Vin W I 4 5 quarts 4 3 L VORTECTM4800 V8 Vin V 6...

Страница 346: ...out Rear Application QTY With Rear Heater Heater VORTECTM6000 V8 Vin U I 6 0 quarts 5 7 L r Air Conditioning Refrigerant R l34a Front 1 8 Ibs 0 81kg Air Conditioning Refrigerant R l34a Front and Rear 3 1 Ibs 1 41 kg 5 103 ...

Страница 347: ...you have any questions please contact 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 VIN Code PF44 PF44 PF44 PF47 Oil Filter U T V W Engine Air Cleaner Filter Passenger Compartment A151 9C A151 9C A1 51 9C A1 51 9C Air Filter Kit 52485513 52485513 52485513 52485513 PCV Va...

Страница 348: ...00 Miles 160 1 600and 10 000 km 6 12 At Each Fuel Fill 6 12 At Least Once a Month 6 13 At Least Twice a Year 6 13 At Least Once a Year 6 14 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 17 Steering and Suspension Inspection 6 17 Exhaust System Inspection 6 17 Fuel System Inspection 6 17 Engine Cooling System Inspection 6 17 Throttle System Inspection 6 18 Rear Axle Service 6 18 Transfer Case and Front...

Страница 349: ...tion 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 lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to fo...

Страница 350: ...u want to get the service information see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 10 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 center...

Страница 351: ...s people use their vehicles maintenance needs vary You may need more frequent checks and replacements So please read the following and note how you drive If you have any questions 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 When you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll k...

Страница 352: ... on page 6 12 and Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6 17 Footnotes tThe 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...

Страница 353: ...mes you stop for fuel It is possible that if you are driving under the best conditions the oil life system may not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a year However your engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset It is also important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level If the system is ever reset accid...

Страница 354: ...mation See footnote 22 500 Miles 37500 km U Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking page 5 62for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote U Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on 30 000 Miles 50 000 km 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints ...

Страница 355: ... additional information See footnote SII Vehicles With GVWR Above 10 000 Ibs Only 50 000Miles 83 000 km 0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle s GVWR is over 3 600 Ibs or if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In heavy city traffic where the outside In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing f...

Страница 356: ...ped Replace as needed An Emission Control Service See footnote f 0 Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service 0 Vehicles With GVWR Above 10 000 Ibs Only 67 500 Miles 112 500 km t l Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking page 5 62for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 0 Rotate tires See Tir...

Страница 357: ...r occurs first U Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote t 0 Vehicles With GVWR Above 10 000 Ibs Only Inspect shields for damage or looseness Adjust or replace as required This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States U Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 62for proper rotation pattern and additional informati...

Страница 358: ... trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service 0 If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter 150 000 Miles 240 000 km 0 Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant on ...

Страница 359: ... nut torque For proper torque see Capacities and Specifications on page 5 IOI At Each Fuel Fill It is important for you or a service station attendant to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil on page 5 14 for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and a...

Страница 360: ...ar or cracking Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield Also see Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle on page 5 88 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 an...

Страница 361: ...nges hood prop rod pivot fuel filler door rear compartment hinges latches locks hood latch assembly secondary latch pivots spring anchor release pawl and any moving seat hardware Part D tells you what to use More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment Starter Switch Check When you are doing this eck the hide could move suddenly If it does you or others could b...

Страница 362: ...dy to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the key to the RUN position but don t start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P your vehicle needs service Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to ...

Страница 363: ...your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To checktheparkingbrake sholdingability 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 To checkthePARK P mechanism sholding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake followed by the regu...

Страница 364: ...d 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 damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust ...

Страница 365: ...e 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 leaks cracks chafi...

Страница 366: ... fluid GM Optikleen Washer Solvent or eauivalent t Usage Parking Brake Cable Guides Power Steering System C Automatic Key Lock Cylinders I Chassis Lubrication Front Wheel Bearings Fluid Lubricant Chassis Lubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGl 2 Category LB or GC LB GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No US 1052884 in Canada 993294 o...

Страница 367: ...icant Ssline Usaqe Hood Hinges Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Squeaks FluidlLubricant Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 or eauivalentl Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No U S 12345579 in Canada 10953014 or eauivalentl Synthetic Grease with Teflon Superlube GM Part No U S 12371287 inCanada 10953437 or equivalent 6 20 ...

Страница 368: ... performed record the date odometer reading and who performed the service ana any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record 6 2 ...

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Страница 370: ...Maintenance Record cont d Maintenance Record 6 23 ...

Страница 371: ...Maintenance Record cont d 6 24 ...

Страница 372: ...4 Customer Assistance Offices 7 4 Disabilities 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 5 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Reporting Safety Defects 7 9 Government 7 9 Government 7 9 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 9 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian 7 1 ...

Страница 373: ...stomer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left...

Страница 374: ... Suite 800 Arlington VA 22203 1804 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Online Owner Center The Owner Center at MyGMLink is a resource for your GM ownershi...

Страница 375: ...833 2438 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 Fax Number 313 381 0022 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish 7 4 1 800 222 1020 Fax Number 313 381 0022 From US Virgin Islands Fax Number 313 381 0022 1 800 496 9994 Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7...

Страница 376: ...ong commitment to customer satisfaction Chevrolet is excited to announce the establishment of the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Center As the owner of a 2003 Chevrolet membership in Roadside Assistance is free Roadside Assistance is available 24 hours a day 365 days a year by calling 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 This toll free number will provide you over the phone roadside assistance with minor mechan...

Страница 377: ...chever occurs first All Courtesy Careservices must be pre arranged by Chevrolet Roadside or dealer service management Basic Care and Courtesy Care are not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Chevrolet reserves the right to modify or discontinue Basic Care and Courtesy Care at any time The Roadside Assistance Center uses companies that will provide you w...

Страница 378: ...n 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 are urged...

Страница 379: ...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 Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper to Bumper warranty coverage period but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new ve...

Страница 380: ...artment of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect you should immediately notify Transport Canada in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited You may write to Transport Canada 330 ...

Страница 381: ...nformation needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle In Canada information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your General Motors dealer or by calling 1 800 GM DRIVE 1 800 463 7483 Owner s Information Owner publications are written specifically for owne...

Страница 382: ...6 OO PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA Mastercard Discover visit Helm Inc on the World Wide Web at www helminc com Or you can write to Helm Incorporated P 0 Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery Note to Canadian Customers All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Canadian residents are to...

Страница 383: ...NOTES 7 12 ...

Страница 384: ...ranAir Bag Inflates 1 70 When Should anAir Bag Inflate 1 68 WhereAretheAir Bags 1 66 Adding Equipment to YourAir Bag Equipped Air Bag Systems 1 69 AirCleaner Filter Engine 5 19 All Overseas Locations 7 4 All Wheel Drive 5 49 All Wheel Drive AWD System 2 26 Aluminum Wheels 5 90 AM 3 71 AM FM Radio 3 41 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 73 Anti lock Brake System 4 6 Appearance Care 5 85 Care of Safety Belts 5 88...

Страница 385: ...1 Operation 2 24 AutomaticTransmissionCheck 6 14 AutomaticTransmission Shift Lock Control Automatic Transmission SystemCheck 6 15 BackingUp 4 43 Battery 5 43 Battery Replacement 2 6 Battery Run Down Protection 3 16 Before Leaving on a LongTrip 4 20 Body Lubrication Service 6 14 Brake Parking 2 26 System Inspection 6 18 Brake Adjustment 5 42 Brake Fluid 5 40 Brake Pedal Travel 5 42 BrakeWear 5 42 B...

Страница 386: ...lamp 3 14 CenterHighMounted Stoplamp CHMSL 5 58 CenterPassenger Position Safety Belts 1 25 1 26 Chains Tires 5 68 Charging System Light 3 29 Check Engine Light 3 33 Gages Warning Light 3 38 Check Engine Light 3 33 Checking Brake Fluid 5 41 Checking Coolant 5 26 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 77 Checking Engine Oil 5 14 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 92 Child Restr...

Страница 387: ...lephone TTY Users 7 4 Customer Assistance Offices 7 4 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 7 2 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 7 5 Customer Assistance Information cont Reporting Safety Defects to GeneralMotors 7 9 Reporting Safety Defects totheCanadian Government 7 9 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 9 Roadside Assistance Program 7 5 Service Publications Order...

Страница 388: ...3 26 Programs 3 35 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 19 Battery 5 43 Change Engine Oil Light 3 37 Check and Service Engine Soon Light 3 33 Coolant 5 24 Coolant Heater 2 22 Coolant Temperature Gage 3 32 Cooling System Inspection 6 17 Engine Compartment Overview 5 12 Exhaust 2 30 Fan Noise 5 37 Oil 5 14 Overheating 5 28 Starting 2 21 Indicator Check 6 13 Engine Air Cle...

Страница 389: ...43 Footnotes 6 5 Front Axle 5 51 Fuel 5 5 Additives 5 6 California Fuel 5 6 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 5 9 Filling YourTank 5 7 Fuel cont Fuels in Foreign Countries 5 6 Gasoline Octane 5 5 Gasoline Specifications 5 5 System Inspection 6 17 Fuel Regulator 2 22 Fuses Fusesand Circuit Breakers 5 96 Windshield Wiper 5 95 Gage 3 39 G Gage CheckGagesWarning Light 3 38 Engine Coolant Temperature 3...

Страница 390: ...laning 4 17 I IfNo Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5 29 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5 28 If the Light Is Flashing 3 34 If the Light Is On Steady 3 34 IfYou Are Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 28 If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer 4 33 IfYou re Caught in a Blizzard 4 26 Ignition Transmission LockCheck 6 15 Infants and Young Children Restraints 1 36 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 61 Inspection I...

Страница 391: ...t Air Bag Off Air Bag Readiness Anti Lock Brake SystemWarning Brake System Warning Charging System Check Gages Warning Cruise Control Daytime Running LampsIndicator Low Coolant Warning Malfunction Indicator Safety BeltReminder Security Tow Haul Mode Locking RearAxle Lockout Protection Locks Door Last Door Closed Locking Change Engine Oil Loading Your Vehicle 3 28 3 27 3 32 3 31 3 37 3 29 3 38 3 38...

Страница 392: ...18 Scheduled Maintenance 6 5 Steeringand Suspension Inspection 6 17 ThrottleSystem Inspection 6 18 TransferCase and Front Axle All Wheel Drive Inspection 6 18 Maintenance Schedule cont Using Your 6 4 Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 Maintenance WhenTrailerTowing 4 45 Malfunction Indicator Light 3 33 Manual Seats 1 3 Manual Windows 2 16 Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle 2 5 Mexico Central ...

Страница 393: ...an ii Owner s Information 7 10 P Park P Parking Shifting Out of 2 29 Brake 2 26 Over Things That Burn 2 30 Parking Brake and AutomaticTransmission Park P Mechanism Check 6 16 Parking on Hills 4 45 Park P Shifting Into 2 27 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 6 4 Part B Owner Checks and Services 6 12 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 17 Part D Recommended Fluids andLubricants 6 19 Part E ...

Страница 394: ...udio 3 69 Setting the TimeforRadioswith Radio Data Systems RDS 3 41 Setting the TimeforRadioswithout Radio Data Systems RDS 3 40 Theft Deterrent 3 71 Understanding Reception 3 71 RDS Messages 3 53 3 63 Reading Lamps 3 15 RearAir Conditioning and Heating System 3 19 RearAxle 5 50 Locking 4 8 Service 6 18 Rear Door Security Locks 2 9 Rear Doors 2 14 Rear Heating System 3 18 Rear Safety Belt Comfort ...

Страница 395: ... Passenger Position Safety Belts 1 25 Roadside Assistance Program 7 5 Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out 4 28 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked 2 31 Restraint Systems S Safety Belt Pretensioners 1 33 Reminder Light 3 26 Care of 5 88 Center Passenger Position 1 25 1 26 Driver Position 1 16 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 15 Questions and AnswersAboutSafetyBelts 1 14 Rear Safety Belt Comf...

Страница 396: ...dioswithRadioDataSystems RDS 3 41 RadioswithoutRadio Data Systems RDS 3 40 Bassnreble 3 43 3 45 3 50 3 60 Setting the Tone Sheet Metal Damage 5 91 Shifting Into Park P 2 27 Shifting Out of Park P 2 29 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1 18 Single StageAirBags 1 68 Skidding 4 13 Sliding Side Door 2 11 SpareTireCheck 6 13 Speedometer 3 25 Starting Your Engine 2 21 Steering 4 9 Steering in Emergencies 4 ...

Страница 397: ...It Is TimeforNew Tires 5 64 To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 2 23 Chains 5 68 Topof the Instrument Panel 5 87 Top Strap 1 49 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 50 TorqueLock 2 29 Tow Haul Mode 4 33 TotalWeight on YourVehicle sTires 4 40 Tow Haul Mode Light 3 38 Towing Recreational Vehicle 4 29 Towing a Trailer 4 32 Your Vehicle 4 29 Trailer Brakes 4 42 Trailer Wiring Harness 4 46 Transmission Transfer Ca...

Страница 398: ... Lights Gages and Indicators Warnings Hazard Warning Flashers 3 4 Safety and Symbols III Washing Your Vehicle 5 88 Weight of the Trailer 4 35 Weight of the Trailer Tongue 4 40 What Kind of Engine Oilto Use 5 16 What to Do with Used Oil 5 18 What to Use 5 25 5 38 5 50 Wheels Other Warning Devices 3 5 Vehicle Damage iv Weatherstrip Lubrication 6 14 Alignment and Tire Balance 5 66 Replacement 5 67 Wh...

Страница 399: ...er 2 17 Swing Out Windows 2 18 WindshieldandWiperBlades 5 90 Windshield Washer 3 8 Fluid 5 38 Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check 6 12 Windshield Wiper BladeReplacement 5 59 Fuses 5 95 Windshield Wipers 3 7 Winter Driving 4 24 Wiper Blade Check 6 13 YourVehicle and the Environment 6 2 16 ...

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