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Страница 1: ...ators 3 22 Audio System s 3 36 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 42 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 4 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Rear Axle 5 49 Four Wheel Drive 5 50 Front Axle 5 51 Bulb Replacement 5 52 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 59 Tires 5 61 Appearance Care 5 94 Vehicle Identification 5 103 Electrical System 5 104 ...

Страница 2: ...leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it Litho in U S A Part No C2408 A First Edition Copyright General Motors Corporation 06 12 03 All Rights Reserved Canadian Owners 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 rece...

Страница 3: ...g CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others could be hurt 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 iii ...

Страница 4: ...abels 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 ref...

Страница 5: ...These are some examples of symbols you may find on your vehicle v ...

Страница 6: ...Model Reference This manual covers this model Crew Cab vi ...

Страница 7: ...36 Top Strap 1 37 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 38 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 39 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System Rear 1 41 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position 1 41 Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position 1 43 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 44 Air Bag System 1 47 Where Are the...

Страница 8: ...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 Move the lever located under the front of a manual seat up to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever Try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place 1 2 ...

Страница 9: ...toward the front or the rear of the vehicle Moving the whole control up or down raises or lowers the whole seat Vertical Control Move the reclining front seatback forward or rearward by moving the control toward the front or rear of the vehicle See Reclining Seatbacks on page 1 4 for more information Power Lumbar If your vehicle has this feature there will be a control located on the outboard side...

Страница 10: ... the center position to turn the heater off The passenger s safety belt must be engaged for the heated seat feature to work on the passenger s seat Reclining Seatbacks To adjust a manual seatback lift the lever on the outboard side of the seat Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it To return the seat to an upright position pull up on the lever without pushing on the seatback If y...

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

Страница 12: ...ts are fixed on some models and adjustable on others Slide an adjustable head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash 1 6 ...

Страница 13: ...s After returning the seatback to its upright position try to pull the seatback forward to make sure it is locked CAUTION If the seatback isn t locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked CAUTION A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted won t ...

Страница 14: ...icle 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 CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed ...

Страница 15: ...ashes 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 W...

Страница 16: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop 1 10 ...

Страница 17: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 11 ...

Страница 18: ...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 19: ...rious 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 1 27 or Infan...

Страница 20: ...Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 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 26 Make sure the release butt...

Страница 21: ...ong 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 crash or if you pull the belt v...

Страница 22: ...too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 1 16 ...

Страница 23: ...an be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 17 ...

Страница 24: ...eriously 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 18 ...

Страница 25: ... across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it 1 19 ...

Страница 26: ... you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy 1 20 ...

Страница 27: ...t Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position on page 1 14 The right front passenger s safety belt works the 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 al...

Страница 28: ... belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 26 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 22 ...

Страница 29: ...e in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens le...

Страница 30: ...ck If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 26 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part 1 24 ...

Страница 31: ...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 The safety belt also locks if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forwa...

Страница 32: ...o fasten your dealer will order you an extender It s free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you The extender will be just for you and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose Don t let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt 1 26 ...

Страница 33: ...houlder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in a rear s...

Страница 34: ...lt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very close to the child s face or neck you mi...

Страница 35: ...this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash 1 29 ...

Страница 36: ...p to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraints Young children should not use the vehicle s adult safety belts alone unless there is no other choice Instead they need to use a child restraint CAUTION People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle A ...

Страница 37: ...hildren but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag 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 par...

Страница 38: ...eak and its head weighs so 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 CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older chi...

Страница 39: ... or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint 1 33 ...

Страница 40: ...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 34 ...

Страница 41: ...ch 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 will have a ...

Страница 42: ...nt in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat There is a limited space in the rear seating area of a crew cab pickup model If you want to secure a child restraint in a rear outside seating position of a crew cab model be sure to study the instructions that came with your child restraint to see if ...

Страница 43: ... not use the restraint unless it is anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top strap one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top strap and that the strap be anchored In the United States some child restraints also have a t...

Страница 44: ...int in a rear outboard seating position route the top strap over the top of the seatback Then attach it to the anchor point for that seating position Once you have the top strap anchored you will be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Top Strap Anchor Location The anchor points for the rear seat child rest...

Страница 45: ...board seating positions and in the front passenger position This system designed to make installation of child restraints easier does not use the vehicle s safety belts Instead it uses vehicle anchors A B and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether strap C 1 39 ...

Страница 46: ...ints the restraint won t be able to protect the child correctly In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint See Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position or Secu...

Страница 47: ... restraint simply unhook the top tether from the top tether anchorage and then disconnect the LATCH attachments from the LATCH anchorages Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 39 See Top Strap on page 1 37 if the child restraint has one If your chi...

Страница 48: ...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 42 ...

Страница 49: ...ou 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 Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position Do not use a child restraint in this positi...

Страница 50: ...ng child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward facing child restraint If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat you will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that...

Страница 51: ...gh or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 45 ...

Страница 52: ...ee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 1 46 ...

Страница 53: ...s but don t replace them Air bags are designed to deploy only in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear or low speed frontal 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 t...

Страница 54: ... need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 1 27 and Infants and Young Children on page 1 30 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 ...

Страница 55: ...n 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 must be kept clear Don t put anything between an occupant and an air bag and don t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering 1 49 ...

Страница 56: ... off road usage Observe safe driving speeds especially on rough terrain As always wear your safety belt See Off Road Driving with Your Four Wheel Drive Vehicle on page 4 14 for more tips on off road driving What Makes an Air Bag Inflate In an impact of sufficient severity the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflato...

Страница 57: ...her breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but can t get out of the vehicle after an air baginflates then get fresh air by opening a window or a door If you experience breathing problems following an air bag deployment you should seek medical attention Air bags are desi...

Страница 58: ...tem in several places around your vehicle You don t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 11 CAUTION For up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is dis...

Страница 59: ...thing I might add to the front of the vehicle that could keep the air bags from working properly A Yes If you add things that change your vehicle s frame bumper system front end sheet metal or height they may keep the air bag system from working properly Also the air bag system may not work properly if you relocate any of the air bag sensors If you have any questions about this you should contact ...

Страница 60: ...eplaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash CAUTION A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and an...

Страница 61: ...belt near the door opening If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system wasn t being used at the time of the collision If an air bag inflates you ll need to replace air bag systems parts See the part on the air bag syst...

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Страница 63: ...gnition Positions 2 16 Starting Your Engine 2 18 Engine Coolant Heater 2 19 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 20 Four Wheel Drive 2 22 Parking Brake 2 25 Shifting Into Park P 2 26 Shifting Out of Park P 2 28 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 29 Engine Exhaust 2 29 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked 2 30 Mirrors 2 31 Manual Rearview Mirror 2 31 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 2 31 Outside Ma...

Страница 64: ...h the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children 2 2 ...

Страница 65: ...istance Program on page 7 6 Remote Keyless Entry System If equipped the keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 This device must accept any interference recei...

Страница 66: ... you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry System Operation If your vehicle has this feature you can lock and unlock your doors from about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle UNLOCK Press UNLOCK to unlock the driver s door The parking lamps will flash and the interior l...

Страница 67: ... about two years You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works it s probably time to change the battery Notice When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the ba...

Страница 68: ... heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle You can use the keyless entry system if your vehicle has this feature You can u...

Страница 69: ...ally when the shift lever is moved out of PARK P All the doors will unlock when the shift lever is moved back into PARK P The following is a list of the available programming options and how to set them after entering the program mode All doors lock Only the driver s door unlocks Press the lock side of the power door lock switch once and then the unlock side once If your vehicle is not equipped wi...

Страница 70: ... perform the next step 2 Turn your key to RUN and OFF twice Then with the key in OFF release the turn signal multifunction lever Once you do this you will hear the lock switch lock and unlock 3 You are now ready to program the automatic door locks Select one of the previous four programming options and follow the instructions You will have 30 seconds to begin programming If you exceed the 30 secon...

Страница 71: ... you want to open the rear door when the security lock is on unlock the door and open the door from the outside To return the rear doors to normal use disengage the locks by sliding the lever to the unlock symbol Lockout Protection This feature protects you from locking your key in the vehicle when the key is in the ignition and a door is open If the power door lock switch is pressed when a door i...

Страница 72: ...the tailgate slightly 2 Remove both retaining cables To remove each cable turn it so the end faces the front Then push forward so the larger part of the hole is over the bolt Pull the end over the bolt 3 With the tailgate halfway down pull the tailgate toward you at the left side and then move the tailgate to the left to release the right side Reverse the procedure to reinstall the tailgate Make s...

Страница 73: ...le with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 2 11 ...

Страница 74: ...he up arrow to raise the window Express Down Window The driver s window has an express down feature that allows you to lower it without holding the window switch Press the down arrow on the switch marked AUTO located on the driver s door briefly to activate the express down feature Lightly tap the switch to open the window slightly The express down feature can be interrupted at any time by pressin...

Страница 75: ...atch is engaged Sun Visors To block out glare you can pull the visor down You can also swing the visor from side to side Theft Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal However there are ways you can help 2 13 ...

Страница 76: ...s then will turn off to save the battery power Remember the theft deterrent system won t activate if you lock the doors with a key or use the manual door lock It activates only if you use a power door lock switch with the door open or with the remote keyless entry transmitter You should also remember that you can start your vehicle with the correct ignition key if the alarm has been set off Here s...

Страница 77: ...stem Passlock is a passive theft deterrent system Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered 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 about 10...

Страница 78: ...ng this time your new brake linings are not yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Do not tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer on page 4 51 for more information Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition you can turn it to five different positions Notice Leng...

Страница 79: ...ual tranmission It s a theft deterrent feature You will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK C OFF This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel Use OFF if you must have your vehicle in motion while the engine is off for example if your vehicle is being towed D RUN This is the position for driving E START This position starts your engin...

Страница 80: ...nition key in START When the engine starts let go of the key and let up on the accelerator pedal Wait about 15 seconds between each try When starting your engine in very cold weather below 0 F or 18 C do this 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to START and hold it there up to 15 seconds When the engine starts let go of the key 2 If your engine still won t start or sta...

Страница 81: ... side of the vehicle 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord r...

Страница 82: ...t you disconnect the battery cable from the battery to prevent discharging your battery PARK P This position locks your rear wheels It s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can t move easily CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehic...

Страница 83: ... warranty Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transmission see If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 4 40 NEUTRAL N In this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only CAUTION Shifting into a drive gear while your en...

Страница 84: ...D 2 for starting your vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the shift lever is put in FIRST 1 while the vehicle is moving forward the transmission won t shift into FIRST 1 until the vehicle is going slowly enough Notice Spinning the tires or hold...

Страница 85: ...never need 4LO This setting also engages your front axle to give you extra traction It sends the maximum power to all four wheels You might choose 4LO if you were driving off road in sand mud or deep snow and climbing or descending steep hills Indicator lights in the buttons show you which setting you are in The indicator lights will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and one will stay ...

Страница 86: ...will get you into 4LO but you should take your vehicle in for service to restore normal operation Shifting from 4LO to 4HI or 2HI To shift from 4LO to 4HI or 2HI your vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph 4 8 km h with the transmission in NEUTRAL N The preferred method for shifting out of 4LO is to have your vehicle moving 1 to 2 mph 1 6 to 3 2 km h Press and release the 4HI button You...

Страница 87: ...king brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Verify that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving To release the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down Pull the BRAKE RELEASE lever fully It is located on the bottom off the instrument panel on the driver s side of the vehicle If you are tow...

Страница 88: ...ine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 51 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P position like this Pull the lever toward you 2 26...

Страница 89: ... brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Do not leave 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 into PARK P hold the regul...

Страница 90: ...l the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of Park P Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system which locks the shift lever in PARK when the ignition is in the OFF position In addition you have to fully apply the regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in RUN See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2 20 If you cannot shift out of PARK P...

Страница 91: ...nconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different 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 Repairs were not done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming...

Страница 92: ... a garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 36 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly Y...

Страница 93: ...e automatic feature The button has an indicator light to show it is on OFF Press this button to turn the automatic feature off Time Delay The automatic mirror has a time delay feature which prevents unnecessary switching from the night back to the day position This delay prevents rapid changing of the mirror as you drive under lights and through traffic Cleaning the Photocells Use a cotton swab an...

Страница 94: ...ector switch back in the center position when finished adjusting the mirror so that you don t accidentally bump into the control pad and get the mirror out of adjustment Outside Convex Mirror A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into th...

Страница 95: ...efogger will warm the mirrors to help clear them of snow or condensation The heated mirror feature will turn off automatically when the mirror is clear Storage Areas Glove Box To open your glove box lift the lever on the front of the glove box and lower the door The glove box should not be open while you are driving Overhead Console If your vehicle has this feature the overhead console includes re...

Страница 96: ...Garage Door Opener 1 Open the compartment door by pressing the latch forward 2 Peel the protective backing from the hook and loop patch Press it firmly to the back of your garage door opener as close to the center of the opener as possible 3 Center the garage door opener activation button over the console door button and press the opener firmly into place 2 34 ...

Страница 97: ...a time until the garage door opener operates with the compartment door closed when you press the button Now with the compartment door closed press the button again to make sure the garage door operates properly With the garage door opener positioned properly and the right number of pegs in place you should only have to press the button lightly to operate the opener 2 35 ...

Страница 98: ...n you turn on the ignition the word ICE will appear on the display This is a warning to the driver that road conditions may be icy and that appropriate precautions should be taken The compass is self calibrating so it does not need to be manually set However when your vehicle is new the compass may function erratically If it does CAL Calibration will appear on the display To correct the calibratio...

Страница 99: ...o off 3 After five seconds VAR CAL Variance Calibration will appear on the display When it does release both buttons 4 Press US MET until your zone number appears on the display 5 Press ON OFF to enter your zone number Your variance is now set Sunglasses Storage Compartment The overhead console has a sunglasses storage compartment 2 37 ...

Страница 100: ...een the ICE and the current temperature every eight seconds This is a warning to the drive that road conditions may be icy and that appropriate precautions should be taken The compass is self calibrating so it does not need to be manually set However if C Calibration is displayed the compass will need to be calibrated You may also place the compass in a noncalibrated mode by pressing the holding t...

Страница 101: ...omy The average fuel economy since the last reset is displayed INST ECON Instantaneous Economy Instantaneous fuel economy for the last second of driving is displayed RANGE The display indicates the estimated distance that can be travelled with the remaining fuel in the tank based on the fuel economy for the last few hours of driving FUEL USED The fuel used since the last reset is displayed AVG SPE...

Страница 102: ...rier like paneling plywood a mattress and so forth the wind can catch it as you drive along This can cause you to lose control What you are carrying could be violently torn off and this could cause you or other drivers to have a collision and of course damage your vehicle You may be able to carry something like this inside But never carry something longer or wider than the luggage carrier on top o...

Страница 103: ...s are damaged Notice Loading cargo on the luggage carrier that weighs more than 100 lbs 45 kg or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage your vehicle Load cargo so that it rests on the slats as far forward as possible and against the side rails making sure to fasten it securely Don t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle For more information on vehicle capaci...

Страница 104: ...he sunroof using the power switch do the following 1 When vent opening the sunroof press and hold the side of the switch with the roof symbol on it until the roof is vented 2 Press and hold the side of the switch with the roof symbol on it again to fully open the roof The roof will stop when it is fully opened Releasing the switch at any time will stop the roof at that position 3 To close the sunr...

Страница 105: ...ble link under the dashboard Your vehicle when new came with a tool for manually operating your sunroof See your dealer if you cannot locate this tool in your vehicle To manually close the sunroof do the following 1 Use a flat bladed tool to remove the cover 2 Insert the key and turn to the right 2 43 ...

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Страница 107: ...tem Warning Light 3 29 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 3 29 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 3 30 Oil Pressure Gage 3 33 Security Light 3 34 Service Four Wheel Drive Warning Light 3 34 Check Gages Warning Light 3 35 Fuel Gage 3 35 Low Fuel Warning Light 3 36 Audio System s 3 36 Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems RDS 3 37 Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems RDS 3 37 AM...

Страница 108: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 2 ...

Страница 109: ...e Release See Parking Brake on page 2 25 for more information G Turn Signal Multifunction Lever See Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 6 for more information H Horn See Horn on page 3 5 for more information I Ashtray See Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter on page 3 18 for more information J Climate Controls See Climate Control System on page 3 18 for more information K Accessory Power Outlets S...

Страница 110: ...er button is located on the top of the steering column Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in 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 The flashers will stop if you step on the brake...

Страница 111: ... wheel before you drive If you have the tilt steering wheel you can raise it to the highest level to allow more room for the driver to enter and exit the vehicle The tilt lever is located on the driver s side of the steering column under the turn signal lever To tilt hold the steering wheel and pull the tilt lever toward you Move the wheel to a comfortable level then release the tilt lever to lock...

Страница 112: ...urn or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the 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 itsel...

Страница 113: ... move the turn signal lever to the off position Headlamp High Low Beam Changer To change the headlamps from low beam to high or high to low pull the multifunction lever all the way toward you Then release it When the high beams are on this indicator light on the instrument panel cluster will also be on Flash to Pass Feature This feature lets you use your high beam headlamps to signal a driver in f...

Страница 114: ...between wipes Turn the band to choose the delay time The closer to LO the shorter the delay JPUSH Windshield Washer There is a paddle marked with the windshield washer symbol at the top of 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 Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper b...

Страница 115: ...winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Do not use cruise control on slippery roads Setting Cruise Control CAUTION If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to You ...

Страница 116: ...bout 25 mph 40 km h or more you can move the cruise control switch briefly from ON to R A Resume Accelerate You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there If you hold the switch at R A the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake So unless you want to go faster don t hold the switch at R A Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ...

Страница 117: ...lls How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may want to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much tro...

Страница 118: ...wise to turn off the lamps and put the system in automatic headlamp mode Parking Lamps Turning the exterior lamps control to this position turns on the parking lamps together with the following Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights O Headlamps Turning the exterior lamps control to this position turns on the headlamps together with the previously listed lamps and li...

Страница 119: ...et the parking brake while the ignition is off Then start your vehicle The automatic headlamp system will stay off until you release the parking brake As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamps when you need them You may be able to turn off your automatic headlamp system See Daytime Running Lamps DRL later in this section for more information If you start your vehicle in a dark g...

Страница 120: ...s The DRL system on some vehicles may turn off temporarily while the turn signals are activated To idle an automatic transmission vehicle with the DRL off put the transmission in PARK P To idle a manual transmission vehicle with the DRL off set the parking brake The DRL will stay off until you shift out of PARK P or release the parking brake The following does not apply to vehicles sold in Canada ...

Страница 121: ... It is located on the driver s side of your instrument panel next to the exterior lamps control Turn the thumbwheel up to make your instrument panel lights brighter or down to dim them Turn the thumbwheel all the way up to turn on the interior lamps Entry Lighting Your vehicle is equipped with an entry lighting feature When either front door is opened the dome lamps will come on if the DOME OVERRI...

Страница 122: ...amps on and off by pressing the switch near each lamp Dome Lamp The dome lamp will come on when you open either front door You can also turn the dome lamps on by turning the instrument panel brightness thumbwheel located next to the exterior lamps control all the way up to the second notch In this position the dome lamps will remain on whether a door is opened or closed You can use the DOME OVERRI...

Страница 123: ...et be sure to cover it with the protective cap Notice Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain the battery Always turn off electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum amperage rating Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you expe...

Страница 124: ...he front ashtray pull the bin upward To use the lighter press it in all the way and let go When it s ready it will pop back out by itself Notice Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating will not allow the lighter to back away from the heating element when it is hot Damage from overheating may occur to the lighter or heating element or a fuse could be blown Do not hold a cigarette lighter...

Страница 125: ...to increase or decrease the fan speed Turn the mode knob to OFF to turn off the fan The mode knob can also be used to select defog or defrost mode For more information see Defogging later in this section Temperature Knob Turn the center knob clockwise or counterclockwise to raise or lower the temperature on the inside of your vehicle When it s cold outside 0 F 18 C or lower use the engine coolant ...

Страница 126: ...ff the engine This is normal Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of the windows is a result of high humidity moisture condensing on the cool window glass This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield and side windows Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers Use the...

Страница 127: ...nter and on the sides to change the direction of the air flowing through the outlets Operation Tips 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 Use of non GM approved hood deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the system Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the ai...

Страница 128: ...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 of the warnin...

Страница 129: ... designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you ve used and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically Base Level Cluster United States Canada similar 3 23 ...

Страница 130: ...Uplevel Cluster United States Canada similar 3 24 ...

Страница 131: ... the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero To view the trip odometer press the button near the readout To reset the trip odometer hold the button until it resets Tachometer The tachometer if equipped displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm...

Страница 132: ...s ready If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the air bag system may not be working properly The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even inf...

Страница 133: ...e When your engine is not running but the ignition is on in RUN this gage shows your battery s state of charge in DC volts 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 Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehi...

Страница 134: ...here could be a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away 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 t...

Страница 135: ...es See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 28 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 This gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves into the red area your engine is too hot It ...

Страница 136: ...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 could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications...

Страница 137: ...as soon as it is possible If the light stops flashing and remains on steady see If the 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 foll...

Страница 138: ... and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control 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 yo...

Страница 139: ... soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced Notice Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil Oil pressure may vary with engine speed outside temperature and oil viscosity but readings above the low pressure zone indicate the normal operating range A...

Страница 140: ...e your dealer Also see Content Theft Deterrent on page 2 14 for additional information regarding the SECURITY light Service Four Wheel Drive Warning Light If you have this light it should come on briefly when you turn on the ignition as a check to show you it is working The SERVICE 4WD light comes on to indicate that there may be a problem with the four wheel drive system and service is required M...

Страница 141: ...emaining Here are four things that some owners ask about None of these show a problem with your fuel gage At the gas station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the 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 T...

Страница 142: ... operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly So before adding sound equipment check with your dealer and be sure to check federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units Your audio system has been designed 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 Figure out which radio you have...

Страница 143: ... represent minutes Press and hold the hour button until the correct hour appears on the display AM or PM will appear on the display for morning or evening hours Press and hold the minute button until the correct minute appears on the display The time may be set with the ignition on or off To synchronize the time with an FM station broadcasting Radio Data System RDS information press and hold the h...

Страница 144: ...w to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there To scan stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for two seconds until you hear a beep The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press either SEEK arrow again to stop scanning To scan preset stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for more than four seconds until you hear two beeps The radio...

Страница 145: ... AUDIO To adjust bass and treble press and release AUDIO 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 AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep B and a zero or T and a z...

Страница 146: ...seconds until you hear a beep L and a zero or F and a zero will appear on the display To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls to the middle position end out of audio by waiting for the display to change to the time display Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep CEN will appear on the display Fade may not be available if you have a regular cab model...

Страница 147: ...t information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While you are tuned to an RDS station the station name or the call letters will appear on the display instead of the frequency RDS stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service 48 ...

Страница 148: ...ve If you do ot want to use automatic volume select AVOL OFF DISP Display Press this knob to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time Time display is available with the ignition turned off For RDS press the DISP knob to change what appears on the display while using RDS The display options are station name RDS station frequency PTY and the name of the program if availabl...

Страница 149: ...e display Press either arrow again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning presets The radio will scan only to the preset stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 30 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM six XM1 and six XM2 48 contiguous US states if...

Страница 150: ...country western jazz talk pop rock and classical To return the bass and treble to the manual mode push and release the AUDIO knob until MANUAL appears on the display Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left spea...

Страница 151: ...am type NONE will appear on the display and the radio will return to the last station you were listening to BAND Alternate Frequency Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type To turn alternate frequency on press and hold BAND for two seconds AF ON will appear on the display The radio may switch to stronger stations To turn alternate frequency o...

Страница 152: ... hear it If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements press the TRAF button and the radio will seek to a station that does When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements it will stop and TRAF will be displayed When a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it If no station is found NO TRAF will appear on the display If TRAF...

Страница 153: ...the signal should return Loading Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay Your radio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavl Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned Tune to an...

Страница 154: ...eceiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If you receive this message after having your vehicle serviced check with the servicing facility Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If you tune to channel 0 you will see this message alternating with your XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed to ac...

Страница 155: ... If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section 1 PREV Previous Press this pushbutton to go to the beginning of the current track if it has been playing for more than eight seconds TRACK and the track number will appear on the display If you hold this pushbutton or press it more than once the player will continue moving backward through the CD 2 NEXT Press this pushbutton...

Страница 156: ... this button to listen to the radio when a CD is playing The inactive CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening CD AUX Auxiliary Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio Z EJT Eject Press this button to eject a CD Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the ignition and radio off if this button is pressed first CD Mess...

Страница 157: ...rcome noise at any speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive NONE will appear on the display if the radio cannot determine the vehicle speed If you don t want to use automatic volume select OFF DISP Display Press this knob to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time Time display is available with the ignition turned off For RDS press the DIS...

Страница 158: ... will appear on the display Press either arrow again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning presets The radio will scan only to the preset stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 30 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM by performing the following ...

Страница 159: ... rock and classical To return the bass and treble to the manual mode push and release the AUDIO knob until MANUAL is displayed Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers To adjust the fade between the fro...

Страница 160: ...de the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast Finding a Program Type PTY Station To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press the P TYPE LIST knob to activate program type select mode TYPE and a PTY will appear on the display 2 Turn the P TYPE LIST knob to select a PTY 3 Once the desired PTY is displayed press the SEEK T...

Страница 161: ...e The message may display the artist song title call in phone numbers etc If the whole message is not displayed parts of the message 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 Once the complete message has been displayed the information symbol will disappear from th...

Страница 162: ...ted contact your dealer Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right If the ignition is on but the radio is off the tape can be inserted and will begin playing A tape symbol is shown on...

Страница 163: ... it again to return to playing speed The radio will play while the tape reverses The station frequency and REV will appear on the display You may select stations during reverse operation using TUNE SEEK or PSCAN 4 FWD Forward Press this pushbutton to advance quickly within the tape Press it again to return to playing speed The radio will play while the tape advances The station frequency and FWD w...

Страница 164: ...r cannot be corrected contact your dealer If you radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem CD Adapter Kits It is possible to use a portable CD player adapter kit with your cassette tape player after disabling the tight loose tape sensing feature on your tape player To disable the feature use the following steps 1 Turn the ignition on 2 T...

Страница 165: ...D 2 NEXT Press this pushbutton to go to the next track TRACK and the track number will appear on the display If you hold this pushbutton or press it more than once the player will continue moving forward through the CD 3 REV Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to reverse at six times the normal playing sp...

Страница 166: ...ress this button to play a CD when listening to the radio Z EJT Eject Press this button to eject a CD Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the ignition and radio off if this button is pressed first CD Messages If CHECK CD appears on the display and the CD comes out it could be for one of the following reasons It is very hot When the temperature return...

Страница 167: ...orrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While you are tuned to an RDS station the station name or the call letters will appear on the display instead of the frequency RDS stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Servic...

Страница 168: ...y between the radio station frequency and the time Pressing this knob with the ignition off will display the time For XM 48 contiguous US states if equipped press the RCL knob while in XM mode to retrieve four different categories of information related to the current song or channel Artist Song Title Category or PTY Channel Number Channel Name To change the default on the display press the RCL kn...

Страница 169: ...esets The radio will scan only to stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 30 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM six XM1 and six XM2 48 contiguous US states if equipped by performing the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press BAND to select FM1 ...

Страница 170: ...l mode CUSTOM press the AUTO EQ button until CUSTOM appears on the display Then you will be able to manually adjust the bass midrange and treble using the AUDIO knob Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers push the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers To adju...

Страница 171: ... search for stations with the selected PTY and traffic announcements To use the PTY interrupt feature press and hold the P TYPE button until you hear a beep on the PTY you want to interrupt with When selected an asterisk will appear beside that PTY on the display You may select multiple interrupts if desired When you are listening to a CD the last selected RDS station will interrupt play if that s...

Страница 172: ...an set up to 12 PTYs six FM1 and six FM2 by performing the following steps 1 Press BAND to select FM1 or FM2 2 Press the P TYPE button to activate program type select mode P TYPE and the last selected PTY will appear on the display 3 Turn the P TYPE knob to select a PTY 4 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until you hear a beep Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton the PTY yo...

Страница 173: ...t tuned station does not broadcast traffic announcements press the TRAF button and the radio will seek to a station that does When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements the radio will stop and brackets will be displayed around TRAF When a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it If no station is found NO TRAFFIC will appear on the display If ...

Страница 174: ... signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay Your radio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly CH Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavail Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned Tune ...

Страница 175: ...eceiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If you receive this message after having your vehicle serviced check with the servicing facility Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If you tune to channel 0 you will see this message alternating with your XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed to ac...

Страница 176: ... inch CDs without a standard adapter CD If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section LOAD CD Z Press the LOAD side of this button to load CDs into the CD player This CD player will hold up to six CDs To insert one CD do the following 1 Turn the ignition on 2 Press and release the LOAD side of the LOAD CD button 3 Wait for the light located to the right of the slot to tu...

Страница 177: ...tarts to play the track number will appear on the display Playing a Specific Loaded CD For every CD loaded a number will appear on the display To play a specific CD first press the CD AUX button then press the numbered pushbutton that corresponds to the CD you want to play A small bar will appear under the CD number that is playing and the track number will appear If an error appears on the displa...

Страница 178: ...r two seconds RPT will appear on the display Press RPT again to turn off repeat play RDM Random With random you can listen to the tracks in random rather than sequential order on one CD or on all of the CDs To use random do one of the following To play the tracks on the CD you are listening to in random order press and release the RDM button RANDOM ONE will appear on the display Press RDM again to...

Страница 179: ...uture listening CD AUX Auxiliary Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio Using Song List Mode The six CD 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 CD player on and load it with at least one CD See LOAD CD listed previously in this section for mor...

Страница 180: ...d 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 CD 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 181: ...te it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Theft Deterrent Feature Non 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 it will not operate and LOC will appear on the display With THEFTLOCK activated your radio will n...

Страница 182: ...e reduced sound quality ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they are not they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use Your radio may display CLEAN to indicate that you have used your tape play...

Страница 183: ... not eject on its own A non scrubbing action cleaner may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner The use of a non scrubbing action dry type cleaning cassette is not recommended After you clean the player press and hold the EJT button for five seconds to reset the CLEAN indicator The radio will display CLEANED to show the indicator was reset Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound...

Страница 184: ...he mast is badly bent 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 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 48 Contiguous US States Your XM Satellite Radio antenna is located on the roof of your vehicle Keep this antenna clear of snow and ice build up for clear radio reception Lo...

Страница 185: ... 26 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 27 City Driving 4 30 Freeway Driving 4 31 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 32 Highway Hypnosis 4 33 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 34 Winter Driving 4 36 If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 40 Towing 4 42 Towing Your Vehicle 4 42 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 42 Loading Your Vehicle 4 42 Truck Camper Loading Information 4 49 Trailer Recommendations 4 51 Pick...

Страница 186: ... driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone 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 ...

Страница 187: ...drinking depends upon four things The amount of alcohol consumed The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association a 180 lb 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 pe...

Страница 188: ...t BAC levels above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having 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 gr...

Страница 189: ...ing Ride home in a cab or if you are with a group designate a driver who will not drink Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go They are the brakes the steering and the accelerator All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road Sometimes as when you are driving on snow or ice it is easy to ask more of those ...

Страница 190: ...ether it is pavement or gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread the condition of your brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops Your brakes ...

Страница 191: ... This is normal If there is a problem with the anti lock brake system this warning light will stay on See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light on page 3 29 Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you You slam on the brakes and continue braking Here is what happens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is ...

Страница 192: ... suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes Using Anti Lock Do not pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti lock work for you You may feel the brakes vibrate or you may notice some noise but this is normal Braking in Emergencies With anti lock you can steer and brake at the same time In many emergencies steering...

Страница 193: ... angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you are in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you are 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...

Страница 194: ...hese First apply your brakes See Braking on page 4 6 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 ve...

Страница 195: ...nother 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 Lo...

Страница 196: ...les are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone is not 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 i...

Страница 197: ...handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you...

Страница 198: ...ding There are some things to do before you go out For example be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done Check to make sure all underbody shields if so equipped are properly attached Be sure you read all the information about your four wheel drive vehicle in this manual Is there enough fuel Is the spare tire fully inflated Are the fluid levels up where they should be What are...

Страница 199: ...age 2 40 and Tires on page 5 61 Environmental Concerns Off road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation However it also raises environmental concerns GM recognize these concerns and urge every off roader to follow these basic rules for protecting the environment Always use established trails roads and areas that have been specially set aside for public off road recreational driving...

Страница 200: ...ean Tune your senses to different kinds of signals Your eyes for example need to constantly sweep the terrain for unexpected obstacles Your ears need to listen for unusual tire or engine sounds With your arms hands feet and body you will need to respond to vibrations and vehicle bounce Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off road driving One of the best ways to control your vehicle i...

Страница 201: ...ter Will you have to stop suddenly or change direction quickly When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain keep a firm grip on the steering wheel Ruts troughs or other surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hands if you are not prepared When you drive over bumps rocks or other obstacles your wheels can leave the ground If this happens even with one or two wheels you can not control the...

Страница 202: ...here may be a smooth constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top On a large hill the incline may get steeper as you near the top but you may not see this because the crest of the hill is hidden by bushes grass or shrubs Here are some other things to consider as you approach a hill Is there a constant incline or does the hill get sharply st...

Страница 203: ...traction slide sideways and possibly roll over You could be seriously injured or killed When driving up hills always try to go straight up Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffic know you are there Use your head...

Страница 204: ...traight rather than in the left or right direction Turning the wheel too far to the left or right will increase the possibility of a rollover Here are some things you must not do if you stall or are about to stall when going up a hill Never attempt to prevent a stall by shifting into NEUTRAL N to rev up the engine and regain forward momentum This will not work Your vehicle will roll backwards very...

Страница 205: ... all times CAUTION Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakes to overheat and fade This could cause loss of control and a serious accident Apply the brakes lightly when descending a hill and use a low gear to keep vehicle speed under control Q Are there some things I should not do when driving down a hill A Yes These are important because if you ignore them you could lose control a...

Страница 206: ...ore narrow track width the distance between the left and right wheels may not prevent the vehicle from tilting and rolling over Also driving across an incline puts more weight on the downhill wheels This could cause a downhill slide or a rollover Surface conditions can be a problem when you drive across a hill Loose gravel muddy spots or even wet grass can cause your tires to slip sideways downhil...

Страница 207: ...n an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you are crossing an incline be sure you and your passengers get out on the uphill side even if the door there is harder to open If you get out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll over you will be right in its path If you have to walk down the slope stay out of the path the vehicle will take if it does roll over CAUTION Getting out on the dow...

Страница 208: ...t maneuvers Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction On these surfaces it is very easy to lose control On wet ice for example the traction is so poor that you will have difficulty accelerating And if you do get moving poor steering and difficult braking can cause you to slide out of control CAUTION Driving on frozen lakes ponds or rivers can be dangerous Underwater springs currents u...

Страница 209: ...ground from under your tires and you could lose traction and roll the vehicle over Do not drive through rushing water See Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads on page 4 27 for more information on driving through water After Off Road Driving Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody chassis or under the hood These accumulations can be a fire hazard After operation in mud or sand ha...

Страница 210: ...our headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you are 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 differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also affect your ...

Страница 211: ...eatedly 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 is easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and are not even aware of it Driving in...

Страница 212: ...ns 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 not try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They will not work as well in a qu...

Страница 213: ...deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can not avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing w...

Страница 214: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 4 31 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 ...

Страница 215: ...ve a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your ...

Страница 216: ...ey Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it is ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you will find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They will be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can ch...

Страница 217: ...Do not 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 What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments f...

Страница 218: ...your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transmission These parts can work hard on mountain roads Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill CAUTION If you do not shift down your brakes could get so hot that they would...

Страница 219: ...wer gear 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 Do not 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...

Страница 220: ...all brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and a couple of 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 36 ...

Страница 221: ...not 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 will want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Braking on page 4 6 Allow greater follow...

Страница 222: ...mon 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 have 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 223: ... long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close t...

Страница 224: ...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 80 Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels If you have a four wheel drive vehicle shift into 4HI Then shift back and forth between REVER...

Страница 225: ...some place where you can continue driving CAUTION These hooks when used are under a lot of force Always pull the vehicle straight out Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back Notice Never use recovery hooks to tow the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty 4 ...

Страница 226: ...und and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly Your vehicle was not designed to be towed with any of its wheels on the ground If your vehicle must be towed see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 42 Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactor...

Страница 227: ...ehicle capacity weight The Tire and Loading Information label also tells you the size and recommended inflation pressure for the original equipment tires on your vehicle For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5 61 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 72 If your vehicle does not have the Tire and Loading Information label the Certification Tire label shows the tire size and ...

Страница 228: ...apacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available carg...

Страница 229: ...ct Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 5 750 lbs 340 kg C Available Cargo Weight 250 lbs 113 kg Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1 000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Example 2 Example 3 4 45 ...

Страница 230: ...es the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel cargo and trailer tongue weight if pulling a trailer The Certification Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles called Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread o...

Страница 231: ...ls packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle Try to spread the weight evenly Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so ...

Страница 232: ... 4 inch 2 cm bearing surface on each end of the plank When using this upper load platform be sure the load is securely tied down to prevent it from shifting The load s center of gravity should be positioned in a zone over the rear axle Any load that extends beyond the vehicle s taillamp area must be properly marked according to local laws and regulations Remember not to exceed the Gross Axle Weigh...

Страница 233: ...al cargo load should not exceed the truck s cargo weight rating and the camper s center of gravity should fall within the truck s recommended center of gravity zone when installed The Cargo Weight Rating CWR is the maximum weight of the load your vehicle can carry It doesn t include the weight of the people inside But you can figure about 150 lbs 68 kg for each seating position The total cargo loa...

Страница 234: ...ur vehicle may be larger Your dealer can help you make a good vehicle camper match He ll also help you determine your CWR Secure loose items to prevent weight shifts that could affect the balance of your vehicle When the truck camper is loaded drive to a scale and weigh on the front and on the rear wheels separately to determine axle loads Individual axle loads should not exceed either of the Gros...

Страница 235: ... specific information on this pickup contact GM Customer Assistance See Customer Assistance Offices on page 7 4 Towing a Trailer CAUTION If you do not use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when you pull a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passengers could be seriously injured Pull a trailer only if y...

Страница 236: ...only where you live but also where you ll be driving A good source for this information can be state or provincial police Consider using a sway control See Hitches later in this section Don t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 800 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged Then during the first 500 miles 800 km that you tow a trailer don t drive ove...

Страница 237: ...ight of the Trailer Tongue next Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 4WD Crew Cab 4 3L V6 Auto Trans 3 42 3 73 5 200 lbs 2 361 kg 5 200 lbs 2 361 kg 9 500 lbs 4 309 kg 9 500 lbs 4 309 kg If your vehicle is equipped with RPO V4A Xtreme Sport Appearance Package your vehicle was neither intended nor designed to tow a trailer For more information on RPO codes see Service Parts Identification...

Страница 238: ...arry which will also reduce the trailer weight your vehicle can tow And if you will tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 42 for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity The trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight up to a ...

Страница 239: ...cle including the weight of the trailer tongue If you use a weight distributing hitch make sure you don t go over the rear axle limit before you apply the weight distribution spring bars Hitches It s important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Here are some rules to follow If you use a step bumper ...

Страница 240: ... and good handling when driving You should always use a sway control if your traile will weigh more than these limits You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Inst...

Страница 241: ...Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself Before you start check all trailer h...

Страница 242: ...railering When you re turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle has to have extra wiring and a heavy duty turn signal flasher The arrows on your instrument panel will flash...

Страница 243: ... overheating To avoid this let the engine run while parked preferably on level ground with the automatic transmission in PARK P or the manual transmission out of gear and the parking brake applied for a few minutes before turning the engine off If you do get the overheat warning see Engine Overheating on page 5 27 Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer atta...

Страница 244: ... the parking brake 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6 4 for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automat...

Страница 245: ...Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 18 Automatic Transmission Fluid 5 20 Engine Coolant 5 23 Radiator Pressure Cap 5 26 Engine Overheating 5 27 Cooling System 5 29 Engine Fan Noise 5 36 Power Steering Fluid 5 36 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 38 Brakes 5 39 Battery 5 43 Jump Starting 5 44 Rear Axle 5 49 Four Wheel Drive 5 50 Front Axle 5 51 Bulb Replacement 5 52 Halogen Bulbs 5 52 Headlamps 5 53 One Piece Fron...

Страница 246: ...ehicle 5 95 Care of Safety Belts 5 97 Weatherstrips 5 98 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 98 Sheet Metal Damage 5 101 Finish Damage 5 101 Underbody Maintenance 5 101 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 101 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 102 Vehicle Identification 5 103 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 103 Service Parts Identification Label 5 104 Electrical System 5 104 Add On Electrical Equipm...

Страница 247: ...l can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 11 Your vehicle may have an air bag system If it does see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 52 before attempting to do your own service work You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Part E Maintenance Record o...

Страница 248: ...tion number VIN shows the code letter or number that identifies your engine You will find the VIN at the top left of the instrument panel See Vehicle Identification Number VIN on page 5 103 Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octan...

Страница 249: ... is certified to meet California Emission Standards see the underhood emission control label it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction ind...

Страница 250: ... methanol Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered under your warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the ...

Страница 251: ... engine when you are refueling Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some places Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the driver s side of your vehicle...

Страница 252: ...uel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly This spray can happen if 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 cap all the way CAUTION If a fire starts while you are refueling do not remove the nozzle Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attenda...

Страница 253: ... 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 on page 3 30 Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION 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...

Страница 254: ...er 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 the handle located inside the vehicle on the lower left side of the instrument panel 2 Release the secondary latch located under the front edge of the hood 3 Lift the hood 5 10 ...

Страница 255: ...sure all 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 pull the hood down firmly to close It will latch when dropped from about 10 to 12 inches 25 to 30 cm without pressing on the hood 5 11 ...

Страница 256: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on your engine you ll see 5 12 ...

Страница 257: ...ine Compartment Fuse Block See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 105 for more information J Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 38 for more information Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil...

Страница 258: ...the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you are through What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for two things GM6...

Страница 259: ...ckness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the oil container and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and have the starburst symbo...

Страница 260: ...ne protection When to Change Engine Oil If any one of these is true for you use the short trip city maintenance schedule Most trips are less than 5 miles 8 km This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing Most trips include extensive idling such as frequent driving in stop and go traffic You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle The vehicle ...

Страница 261: ... 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 disposal of oil products Used oil can be a threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal Never dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring i...

Страница 262: ...n on the location of the engine air cleaner filter When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspect the air cleaner filter every 15 000 miles 25 000 km and replace every 30 000 miles 50 000 km If you are driving in dusty dirty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change 5 18 ...

Страница 263: ... fasteners to hold the cover in place CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flame if the engine backfires If it is not there and the engine backfires you could be burned Do not drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner filter off Notice If the air c...

Страница 264: ...enance Services on page 6 4 How to Check the Automatic Transmission Fluid 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...

Страница 265: ...d the fluid level be low during this cold check you must check the fluid hot before adding fluid Checking the fluid hot will give you a more accurate reading of the fluid level Checking the Automatic Transmission Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P With your foot on the...

Страница 266: ...aintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 32 Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot A cold check is used only as a reference If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check It doesn t take much fluid generally less th...

Страница 267: ...A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C Protect against rust and corrosion Help keep the proper engine temperature Let the warning lights and gages work as they should Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL may cause premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion In addition the en...

Страница 268: ... could get too hot but you would not 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 would not be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engi...

Страница 269: ... side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at ADD or a little higher When your engine is warm the level should be up to FULL HOT or a little higher 5 25 ...

Страница 270: ... engine and radiator are hot Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank but be careful not to spill it CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine Occasionally check the coolant level in the radiator For information on how to add coolant to the radiator see...

Страница 271: ...om it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool Notice If your engine catches fire becau...

Страница 272: ...TRAL 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 pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s still no sign of steam idle t...

Страница 273: ...nside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface When the engine is cold the coolant level should be at least up to the ADD 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 29 ...

Страница 274: ...g fan speed should increase when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down If it doesn t your vehicle needs service Turn off the engine Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL may cause premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion In addition the engine coolant may require changin...

Страница 275: ...the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you would not 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: ...Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap 5 32 ...

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 If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap 5 33 ...

Страница 278: ...up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant on page 5 23 for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to ADD mark 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off 5 34 ...

Страница 279: ...or 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 Be sure the arrow on the pressure cap lines up like this 5 35 ...

Страница 280: ...creases when the clutch 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 disengages You may also hear this fan noise when you start the engine It will go away as the fan clutc...

Страница 281: ...engine compartment cool down wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be between the ADD and FULL marks If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the proper range What to Use To determin...

Страница 282: ...for more information on locationt Add washer fluid until the tank is full Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water does not clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer f...

Страница 283: ...ll not work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you will 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 CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid it can spi...

Страница 284: ...ver the MAX mark What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 32 Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your br...

Страница 285: ...off immediately See Appearance Care on page 5 94 Brake Wear Your vehicle has four wheel disc brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly CAUTION The brake wear warning sou...

Страница 286: ...cations Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets See Brake System Inspection on page 6 31 Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Adjustment Every time you make a brake stop your disc brakes adjust for wear If you do not have four wheel dri...

Страница 287: ...ngs that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you have come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free ACDelco battery When it is time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the ori...

Страница 288: ...adios on page 3 75 or Theft Deterrent Feature RDS Radios on page 3 75 Jump Starting If your battery has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle Be sure to follow the steps below to do it safely CAUTION Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain en...

Страница 289: ...utomatic transmission in PARK P or a manual transmission in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is not in NEUTRAL N Notice If you leave your radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure they could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always turn off your radio and other accessories whe...

Страница 290: ...ace with water and get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will...

Страница 291: ...remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal on the v...

Страница 292: ...ry and run the engine for awhile 11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service Notice If the jumper cables are removed in the wrong order electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Remove the jumper cables in the correct order making sure that the cables do not touch ea...

Страница 293: ... good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle Rear Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant It is not necessary to regulary check rear axle fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss could indicate a problem have it inspected and repaired Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to cha...

Страница 294: ...aintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 32 Four Wheel Drive Lubricant checks in this section also apply to these vehicles However there are two additonal systems that need lubrication Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant See Part C Periodic ...

Страница 295: ...f the filler plug hole Use care not to overtighten the plug What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 32 Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it See Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services on ...

Страница 296: ...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 32 Bulb Replacement See Replacement Bulbs on page 5 58 for the proper types of bulbs to use For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your GM dealer s service department Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen ...

Страница 297: ...ical connector 5 Turn the bulb assembly counterclockwise to remove it from the headlamp assembly 6 Put the new bulb into the bulb assembly and reinstall it in the headlamp assembly by turning it clockwise until it is tight 7 Plug in the electrical connector 8 Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle 9 Install the two retaining clips 10 Close the hood 5 53 ...

Страница 298: ...embly out 5 Turn the bulb assembly counterclockwise to remove it from the headlamp assembly 6 Put the new bulb into the bulb assembly and reinstall it in the headlamp assembly by turning it clockwise until it is tight 7 Plug in the electrical connector 8 Put the headlamp lens assembly back into the vehicle 9 Install the two retaining clips 10 Close the hood 5 54 ...

Страница 299: ...counterclockwise to remove it from the headlamp assembly 3 Pull the bulb straigh out to remove it from the socket 4 Push the new bulb into the socket until it snaps into place 5 Put the bulb socket into the lamp assembly and twist it clockwise until it is tight 6 Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle 7 Install the two retaining clips 8 Close the hood 5 55 ...

Страница 300: ... out 3 Unplug the electrical connector 4 Turn the harness bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it Pull the bulb straight out to remove it from the socket 5 Push the new bulb into the socket until it snaps into place 6 Put the socket into the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight 7 To reinstall the assembly snap the outboard end of the lamp assembly back into the vehicle Then swin...

Страница 301: ...Install a new bulb 5 Reinstall the lens and tighten the screws If equipment such as a cap or camper is installed on your vehicle a center high mounted stoplamp feed wire is provided along the driver s side rear frame This wire should be used to install a center high mounted stoplamp in the cap or camper 5 57 ...

Страница 302: ...the socket into the assembly and turn the socket clockwise until it locks in place 8 Reinstall the assembly Install and tighten the screws 9 Close the tailgate Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Halogen Headlamps Composite Low Beam Composite High Beam 9006 HB4 or 9006 LL 9005 HB3 Tail and Stoplamps 3057 Rear Sidemarker Lamps 194 Front Sidemarker Lamps 194NA Front Turn Signal Lamps 3457A C...

Страница 303: ...uld damage the windshield Any damage that occurs would not be covered by your warranty Do not allow the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield 1 To remove the old wiper blades lift the wiper arm until it locks into a vertical position A Blade Assembly B Arm Assembly C Locking Tab D Blade Pivot E Hook Slot F Arm Hook 2 Press down on the blade assembly pivot locking tab Pull down on the blade assem...

Страница 304: ...the insert is fully inserted 5 Be sure that the notches are locked by the bottom claws Make sure that all other claws are properly locked on both sides of the insert slots A Claw in Notch B Correct Installation C Incorrect Installation 6 Put the blade assembly pivot in the wiper arm hook Pull up until the pivot locking tab locks in the hook slot 7 Carefully lower the wiper arm and blade assembly o...

Страница 305: ... of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued 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 ...

Страница 306: ...Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall The following illustrations are examples of a typical P Metric and a LT Metric tire sidewall P Metric Tire 5 62 ...

Страница 307: ...andards D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture E Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under t...

Страница 308: ...pec Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines C Dual Tire Maximum Load Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load when used in a dual configuration For information on recommended tire pressure see I...

Страница 309: ...nufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture F Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread G Single Tire Maximum Load Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load when used as a single...

Страница 310: ...one flat See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 94 and If a Tire Goes Flat on page 5 81 B Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread C Tire Identification Number TIN The Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one si...

Страница 311: ...nd inflation see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 72 F Tire Size A combination of letters and numbers define a tire s width height aspect ratio construction type and service description The letter T as the first character in the tire size means the tire is for temporary use only G Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance ...

Страница 312: ...e if the tire size aspect ratio is 75 as shown in item C of the illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 75 as high as it is wide D Construction Code A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction E Rim Diamete...

Страница 313: ...5 as shown in item C of the illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 75 as high as it is wide D Construction Code A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction E Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches F ...

Страница 314: ...Pa before a tire has built up heat from driving See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 72 Curb Weight This means the weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel oil and coolant but without passengers and cargo DOT Markings A code molded into the sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transport...

Страница 315: ...ame molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire Passenger P Metric Tire A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles Recommended Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended tire inflation pressure and shown on the tire placard See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 72 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 42 ...

Страница 316: ... a vehicle showing the original equipment tire size and recommended inflation pressure See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 42 Inflation Tire Pressure The tire and loading information label shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 42 ...

Страница 317: ...as been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km remove the valve cap from the tire valve stem Press the tire gage firmly onto the valve to get a pressure measurement If the cold tire inflation pressure matches the recommended pressure on the tire and loading information label no further adjustment is necessary If the pressure is low add air until you reach the recomme...

Страница 318: ...r rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6 4 for scheduled rotation intervals When rotating your tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here If your vehicle has a compact spare tire or a spare tire that does not match your vehicle s road tires and wheels in size an...

Страница 319: ...e for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining Some commercial truck tires may not have treadwear indicators You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You can see cord or f...

Страница 320: ...r replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and you could have a crash Using ...

Страница 321: ...y requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 5 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of ...

Страница 322: ...oaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed However if you notice ...

Страница 323: ...ires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chass...

Страница 324: ...le and you or others may be injured in a crash Use another type of traction device CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on your vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions Follow that manufacturer s instructions To help avoid damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it s contacting your vehicle and don t spin your ...

Страница 325: ... may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without t...

Страница 326: ...p 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 farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle at the opposite end The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change...

Страница 327: ...A Wheel Wrench B Bracket C Jacking Instructions Roll and place tag behind the bracket after the tools are installed D Bolt Location E Wheel Blocks F Wing Nut G Rubber Band H Jack Position 5 83 ...

Страница 328: ...ou remove or restow a tire from to the storage position under the vehicle when it is supported by a jack you could damage the tire and or your vehicle Always remove or restow a tire when the vehicle is on the ground 3 Insert the chisel end of the wheel wrench on an angle into the hole in the rear bumper Be sure the chisel end of the wheel wrench connects into the hoist shaft 5 84 ...

Страница 329: ...der the vehicle If your vehicle is equipped with a compact spare tire it is stowed underneath the rear of your vehicle See Compact Spare Tire on page 5 94 Notice If you drive away before the spare tire or secondary latch system cable has been reinstalled you could damage your vehicle Always reinstall this cable before driving your vehicle 7 Put the spare tire near the flat tire The tools you ll be...

Страница 330: ...olded into them The wheel wrench won t fit these imitation nuts so don t try to remove them with the socket end of the wheel wrench If you have individual wheel nut caps that cover each nut they must be removed in order to get to the wheel nuts Use the socket end of the wheel wrench to remove the wheel nut caps Your wheel nut caps may attach your hub cap to the wheel Remove these wheel nut caps be...

Страница 331: ... wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 2 Turn the jack handle clockwise slightly to raise the jack lift head 3 Fit the jack into the appropriate hole nearest the flat tire A Front Frame Hole B Rear Frame Hole ZR2 C Spring Hanger Hole Standard Pickups 5 87 ...

Страница 332: ...mproperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 4 Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well 5 Remove all ...

Страница 333: ...y you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 7 Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface 8 Put the nuts on by hand Make sure the cone shaped end is toward th...

Страница 334: ...ve to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque 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 tight...

Страница 335: ... all these in the proper place Notice An aluminum wheel with a flat tire should always be stored under the vehicle with the hoist However storing it that way for an extended period could damage the wheel To avoid this have the wheel repaired as soon as possible Follow this diagram to store the underbody mounted spare A Wheel Wrench B Hoist Assembly C Retainer D Spring E Tire F Valve Stem Pointed D...

Страница 336: ...rough the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft 4 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by turning the wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice The spare tire hoist cannot be overtightened 5 Make sure the tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If the tire moves use the wheel wrench A to tighten the cable 5 92...

Страница 337: ...he seat Secure the items A Wheel Wrench B Bracket C Jacking Instructions Roll and place instructions behind the bracket after the tools are installed D Bolt Location E Wheel Blocks F Nut G Rubber Band H Jack Position Put the jack cover back on if you have one A Bolt B Cover 5 93 ...

Страница 338: ...age the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of your vehicle Don t use your compact spare on other vehicles And don t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires They won t fit Keep your spare tire and its wheel together Notice Tire chains won t fit your compact spare Using them can damage your vehicle and can damage the chains too Don t use tire chains on your compact spare Ap...

Страница 339: ...ions on the cleaner label Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set Carefully scrape off any excess stain Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Cleaner on Fabric 1 Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt 2 Al...

Страница 340: ...an with cool water and allow to dry completely 3 If a stain remains follow the cleaner instructions described earlier Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth Rub with a clean damp cloth to remove dirt You may have to do this more than once Things like tar asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don t get them off quickly Use a clean cloth and vinyl cleaner See your dealer for this produc...

Страница 341: ...th a clean cloth Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass See Vehicle Care Appearance Materials on page 5 102 Notice If you use abrasive cleaners when cleaning glass surfaces on your vehicle you could scratch the glass and or cause damage to the rear window defogger a...

Страница 342: ...ays of the sun Use a car washing soap Do not 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 See Vehicle Care Appearance Materials on page 5 102 Do not use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly ...

Страница 343: ...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 can take their toll over a period of years You can...

Страница 344: ...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 Do not use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the su...

Страница 345: ...y If these are not removed corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer o...

Страница 346: ...ewalls Vinyl Cleaner Cleans vinyl tops upholstery and convertible tops Vehicle Care Appearance Materials cont d Description Usage Glass Cleaner Removes dirt grime smoke and fingerprints Chrome and Wire Wheel Cleaner Removes dirt and grime from chrome wheels and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on wipe off Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl ...

Страница 347: ...eather and carpet See your General Motors parts department for these products See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 32 Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number VIN 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 vehicl...

Страница 348: ...dd On Electrical Equipment Notice Don t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn t be covered by your warranty Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to your veh...

Страница 349: ...es away Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating I...

Страница 350: ...ove the cover by turning the fastener counterclockwise Extra fuses and the fuse extractor are provided in the cover To reinstall the fuse panel cover push in and turn the fastener clockwise Fuse Usage A Not Used B Not Used 1 Not Used 2 Cigarette Lighter Data Link Connector 3 Cruise Control Module and Switch Body Control Module Heated Seats 5 106 ...

Страница 351: ...g Control Head Manual 10 Turn Signal 11 Cluster Engine Control Module 12 Interior Lights 13 Auxiliary Power 14 Power Locks Motor 15 4WD Switch Engine Controls VCM PCM Transmission 16 Supplemental Inflatable Restraint Fuse Usage 17 Front Wiper 18 Steering Wheel Radio Controls 19 Radio Battery 20 Amplifier 21 Heating Ventilation Air Cooling Manual Heating Ventilation Air Cooling Automatic Heating Ve...

Страница 352: ... page 5 12 for more information on location Remove the cover by turning the fastener counterclockwise To reinstall the fuse panel cover push in and turn the fastener clockwise Fuse Usage TRL TRN Trailer Left Turn TRR TRN Trailer Right Turn TRL B U Trailer Back Up Lamps VEH B U Vehicle Back Up Lamps HDLP PWR Headlamp Power RT TURN Right Turn Signal Front 5 108 ...

Страница 353: ...dule Fuel Pump Module Oil Pressure ABS Anti Lock Brake System ECM I Engine Control Module Injectors F PUMP Fuel Pump DRL Daytime Running Lamps Fuse Usage A C Air Conditioning HORN Horn W W PMP Not Used HORN Horn BTSI Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System B U LP Back Up Lamps IGN B Column Feed Ignition 2 3 4 STARTER Starter RAP Retained Accessory Power LD LEV Not Used OXYSEN Oxygen Senso...

Страница 354: ...em TRCHMSL Trailer Center High Mount Stop Light RRDFOG Rear Defogger TBC Truck Body Computer CRANK Clutch Switch NSBU Switch Fuse Usage CHMSL Center High Mounted Stoplamp HAZLP Hazard Lamps VECHMSL Vehicle Center High Mounted Stop Lamp RR DEFOG Rear Defogger HTDMIR Heated Mirror ATC Transfer Case Four Wheel Drive STOPLP Stop Lamps RR W W Rear Window Wiper 5 110 ...

Страница 355: ...L Cooling System 13 8 quarts 13 1 L Differential Fluid Rear Axle Front Axle 4 0 pints 2 6 pints 1 9 L 1 2 L Engine Oil with Filter 4 5 quarts 4 3 L Fuel Tank 17 5 gallons 67 4 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140 Y All capacities are approximate After refill the level must be checked All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level or as recommended in this manual Se...

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Страница 357: ... Month 6 25 At Least Twice a Year 6 26 At Least Four Times a Year 6 27 At Least Once a Year 6 27 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 30 Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection 6 30 Exhaust System Inspection 6 30 Fuel System Inspection 6 30 Engine Cooling System Inspection 6 30 Throttle System Inspection 6 31 Transfer Case and Front Axle Four Wheel Drive Inspection 6...

Страница 358: ...e necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid le...

Страница 359: ...u have any doubt have a qualified technician do the work If you want to get the service information see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 11 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 d...

Страница 360: ...n how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when to schedule them When you go to your dealer for your service needs you will know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever services your ...

Страница 361: ...ine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or 3 months whichever occurs first Drive Axle Service Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection Automatic Transmission Service severe conditions only Every 30 000 Miles...

Страница 362: ...uel Filter Replacement Engine Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transmission Service normal conditions Every 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Spark Plug Wire Inspection Spark Plug Replacement Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV Valve Inspection Every 150 000 Miles 240 000 km Cooling System Service or every 60 months whichever occurs first Engine Accessory Drive Belt Insp...

Страница 363: ...eas or when towing a trailer drain fluid and refill every 15 000 miles 25 000 km If your vehicle has a locking differential drain fluid and refill at first engine oil change More frequent lubrication may be required for heavy duty or off road use 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or ev...

Страница 364: ...hange engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote Inspect engine air cleaner filter If necessary replace the filter If vehicle is driven in dusty dirty conditions inspect filter at every engine oil change See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 18 for more information A...

Страница 365: ...vel and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 24 000 Miles 40 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle...

Страница 366: ...ice If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 74 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 33 000 Miles 55 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components o...

Страница 367: ...hange engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or...

Страница 368: ...assis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 54 000 Miles 90 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footn...

Страница 369: ...ce engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 18 for more information An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 74 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 63 000 Miles 105 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components o...

Страница 370: ...Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or ...

Страница 371: ...vel and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 84 000 Miles 140 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axl...

Страница 372: ...ce engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 18 for more information An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 74 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 93 000 Miles 155 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components o...

Страница 373: ...ion PCV valve An Emission Control Service 150 000 Miles 240 000 km Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant on page 5 23 for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Con...

Страница 374: ... vehicle has a locking differential drain fluid and refill at first engine oil change 7 500 Miles 12 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for l...

Страница 375: ...37 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 74 for proper rotation...

Страница 376: ...ol Service 37 500 Miles 62 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page ...

Страница 377: ...e have not changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter 52 500 Miles 87 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for ...

Страница 378: ...l Service 67 500 Miles 112 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page ...

Страница 379: ...vel and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 74 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whi...

Страница 380: ...re Inspection and Rotation on page 5 74 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service If you have not used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore have not changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the f...

Страница 381: ...necessary See Engine Oil on page 5 13 for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant on page 5 23 for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 38 f...

Страница 382: ...e Outside of Your Vehicle on page 5 98 Spare Tire Check At least twice a year after the monthly inflation check of the spare tire determines that the spare is inflated to the correct tire inflation pressure make sure that the spare tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If it moves use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 82 We...

Страница 383: ...safety lever pivot and prop rod pivot Part D tells you what to use More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment Starter Switch Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle 2 Firmly apply both the parking brak...

Страница 384: ...eady 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 do not 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 ...

Страница 385: ...your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake followed by ...

Страница 386: ...ing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary 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 le...

Страница 387: ...ecessary 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 More frequent lubrication may be required on off road use Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface c...

Страница 388: ...olvent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Usage Fluid Lubricant Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No U S 89021184 in Canada 89021186 Automatic Transmission DEXRON III Automatic Transmission Fluid Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant m...

Страница 389: ... of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No U S 12346293 in Canada 992723 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood and Door Hinges Fuel Filler Door and Folding Seats Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Tail...

Страница 390: ...tained from your dealer Part Number Air Cleaner Filter A1163C 25098463 Automatic Transmission Filter Kit 24200796 Fuel Filter GF481 15050894 Oil Filter PF47 25010792 PCV Valve 4300 Engine CV769C 6487532 Spark Plugs 41 932 25162556 Windshield Wiper Blades Length Type 20 inches 51 cm Trico ACDelco Part No GM Part No 6 34 ...

Страница 391: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 35 ...

Страница 392: ...odometer reading and who performed the service and 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 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 36 ...

Страница 393: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 37 ...

Страница 394: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 38 ...

Страница 395: ... Disabilities 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records 7 9 Reporting Safety Defects 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 11 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 11 Section 7 Customer Assistan...

Страница 396: ... Customer 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 l...

Страница 397: ... 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 is a resource for your GM ownership needs You can find your specific ...

Страница 398: ... Chevrolet s Customer Assistance Center United States Customer Assistance Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 1 800 222 1020 1 800 833 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 Fax Number 313 381 0022 From U S Vi...

Страница 399: ...e you up to 1 000 toward eligible aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle hand controls wheelchair scooter lifts etc This program can also provide you with free resource information such as area driver assessment centers and mobility equipment installers The offer is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease For more ...

Страница 400: ...covered within 10 miles Emergency Tow Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle disabling accident Assistance when the vehicle is mired in sand mud or snow Flat Tire Change Installation of a spare tire will be covered at no charge The customer is responsible for the repair or replacement of the tire if not covered by a warrantable failure Jump Start No start o...

Страница 401: ...ng of motor vehicles To enhance your ownership experience we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for new vehicles The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail purchase lease customers in conjunction with the Bumper to Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Several transportation options are available ...

Страница 402: ...d you arrange transportation through a friend or relative reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses five day maximum may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained if your vehicle is kept for a warranty r...

Страница 403: ...hicle Data Collection and Event Data Records Your vehicle like other modern motor vehicles has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle s performance Your vehicle uses on board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and if so equipped to provide anti lock...

Страница 404: ...e access to the vehicle or SDM If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar please check the OnStar subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately in...

Страница 405: ...vision Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on...

Страница 406: ...o Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Ti...

Страница 407: ...nostic Module SDM 7 9 AM 3 76 AM FM Radio 3 38 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 78 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 78 Anti lock Brake System 4 7 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 29 Appearance Care 5 94 Care of Safety Belts 5 97 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 101 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 5 95 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 98 Finish Damage 5 101 Sheet Metal Damage 5 101 Underbod...

Страница 408: ...Light 3 28 Brake Adjustment 5 42 Brake Fluid 5 39 Brake Pedal Travel 5 42 Brake Wear 5 41 Brakes 5 39 Braking 4 6 Braking in Emergencies 4 8 Break In New Vehicle 2 16 Bulb Replacement 5 52 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 5 57 Halogen Bulbs 5 52 Headlamps 5 53 One Piece Front Turn Signal Lamps 5 55 Replacement Bulbs 5 58 Taillamps 5 58 Two Piece Front Turn Signal Lamps 5 56 Buying New Tires 5 76...

Страница 409: ...enter Seat Position 1 43 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position 1 41 Child Restraints cont Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 44 Top Strap 1 37 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 38 Where to Put the Restraint 1 36 Cigarette Lighter 3 18 Cleaning Inside of Your Vehicle 5 95 Outside of Your Vehicle 5 98 Underbody Maintenance 5 101 Weatherstrips 5 98 Cleaning A...

Страница 410: ...ns Ordering Information 7 11 D Daytime Running Lamps 3 14 Defensive Driving 4 2 Defogging and Defrosting 3 20 Doing Your Own Service Work 5 3 Dome Lamp 3 16 Door Locks 2 6 Power Door Locks 2 7 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 7 Rear Door Security Locks 2 9 Driver Position Safety Belt 1 14 Driver Information Center DIC 2 38 Driving At Night 4 26 City 4 30 Defensive 4 2 Drunken 4 2 Freeway 4 31 H...

Страница 411: ... Fuse Block 5 108 Engine Coolant Level Check 6 25 Engine Oil Additives 5 16 Engine Oil Level Check 6 25 Engine Speed Control 2 19 Entry Lighting 3 15 Environmental Concerns 4 15 Event Data Records EDR 7 9 Exit Lighting 3 16 Express Down Window 2 12 Extender Safety Belt 1 26 Exterior Lamps 3 12 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 5 18 Finding a Program Type PTY Station 3 54 Finding a Program Type PTY Stati...

Страница 412: ...5 Oil Pressure 3 33 Speedometer 3 25 Tachometer 3 25 Voltmeter Gage 3 27 Garment Hooks 2 40 Gasoline Octane 5 4 Specifications 5 5 Getting Familiar with Off Road Driving 4 16 Glove Box 2 33 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 7 5 H Hazard Warning Flashers 3 4 Head Restraints 1 6 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer 3 7 Headlamps 5 53 Bulb Replacement 5 52 Electrical System 5 104 Halogen Bu...

Страница 413: ...ard 4 38 If You Are Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 40 If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer 4 52 Ignition Positions 2 16 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 6 28 Infants and Young Children Restraints 1 30 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 72 Inspection Brake System 6 31 Engine Cooling System 6 30 Exhaust System 6 30 Fuel System 6 30 Part C Periodic Maintenance 6 30 Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot...

Страница 414: ...2 Loading Your Vehicle for Off Road Driving 4 14 Locking Rear Axle 4 8 Lockout Protection 2 9 Locks Door 2 6 Leaving Your Vehicle 2 9 Lockout Protection 2 9 Power Door 2 7 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 7 Rear Door Security Locks 2 9 Long Trip Highway Definition 6 6 Long Trip Highway Intervals 6 6 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 6 17 Loss of Control 4 13 Low Fuel Warning Light 3 36 Lu...

Страница 415: ...nce When Trailer Towing 4 60 Making Turns 4 58 Malfunction Indicator Light 3 30 Manual Seats 1 2 Manual Windows 2 12 Manually Closing the Sunroof 2 43 Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle 2 5 Mexico Central America and Caribbean Islands Countries Except Puerto Rico and U S Virgin Islands Customer Assistance 7 5 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview 2 31 Manual Rearview Mirror 2 31 Outside Convex Mi...

Страница 416: ...ervices 6 4 Part B Owner Checks and Services 6 25 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 6 30 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 32 Part E Maintenance Record 6 36 Passing 4 11 4 58 Passlock 2 15 Payload 4 48 Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab 4 51 Plan Ahead When Possible 7 7 Playing a Cassette Tape 3 56 Playing a CD 3 49 3 58 3 70 Playing a Specific Loaded CD 3 71 Playing the Radio 3 38 3 ...

Страница 417: ...g 2 31 Rearview Mirrors 2 31 Reclining Seatbacks 1 4 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 42 Remote Keyless Entry System 2 3 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation 2 4 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 5 87 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 5 82 Removing Wheel Covers 5 86 Replacement Bulbs 5 58 Replacing Brake System Parts 5 43 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 1 54 Reporti...

Страница 418: ...g a Child Restraint Center Seat Position 1 43 Designed for the LATCH System 1 41 Rear Outside Seat Position 1 41 Right Front Seat Position 1 44 Security Light 3 34 Security While You Travel 7 6 Selecting the Right Schedule Maintenance 6 5 Service 5 3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 4 Doing Your Own Work 5 3 Engine Soon Light 3 30 Four Wheel Drive Warning Light 3 34 Publications O...

Страница 419: ...our Engine 2 18 Steering 4 9 Steering in Emergencies 4 10 Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection 6 30 Steering Tips 4 9 Storage Garment Hooks 2 40 Storage Areas Front Storage Area 2 40 Glove Box 2 33 Luggage Carrier 2 40 Overhead Console 2 33 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 5 91 Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 40 Sun Visors 2 13 Sunglasses Storage Compartment 2 37...

Страница 420: ...our Vehicle 4 42 Trailer Recommendations 4 51 Trailer Brakes 4 57 Transfer Case 2 23 5 50 Transfer Case and Front Axle Four Wheel Drive Inspection 6 31 Transmission Fluid Automatic 5 20 Transmission Operation Automatic 2 20 Transmission Transaxle Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual 7 11 Transportation Options 7 8 Traveling to Remote Areas 4 16 Trip Odometer 3 25 Truck Camper Loading Information 4 49 ...

Страница 421: ...t of the Trailer 4 53 Weight of the Trailer Tongue 4 54 Weight Distributing Hitches and Weight Carrying Hitches 4 56 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use 5 14 What to Add 5 40 What to Do with Used Oil 5 17 What to Use 5 24 5 37 5 38 5 50 5 52 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 78 Replacement 5 78 When to Add Engine Oil 5 14 When to Change Engine Oil 5 16 When to Check 5 73 When to Check and Change Lubr...

Страница 422: ...indshield Washer Fluid Level Check 6 25 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 59 Fuses 5 105 Windshield Wipers 3 8 Winter Driving 4 36 Wiper Blade Check 6 26 X XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 78 XM Satellite Radio Service 48 Contiguous US States 3 41 3 61 3 76 Y Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 16 ...

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