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Capacities and Specifications

The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Part D: Recommended Fluids
and Lubricants on page 6-32 for more information.

Application

Capacities

English

Metric

Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a

1.8 lbs

0.8 kg

Automatic Transmission (Drain and Refill)

5.0 quarts

4.7 L

Cooling System

Automatic Transmission
Manual Transmission

13.8 quarts
14.1 quarts

13.1 L
13.3 L

Differential Fluid

Front
Rear

2.6 pints
4.0 pints

1.2 L
1.9 L

Engine Oil with Filter

4.5 quarts

4.3 L

Fuel Tank

2–Door Models
4–Door Models

19.0 gallons
18.0 gallons

72.0 L
68.0 L

Wheel Nut Torque

100 ft lb

140

Y

All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.

Engine Specifications

Engine

VIN Code

Transmission

Spark Plug Gap

VORTEC™ 4300

X

Automatic

Manual

0.060 inches (1.52 mm)

5-102

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Содержание 2005 Blazer

Страница 1: ...and Indicators 3 21 Driver Information Center DIC 3 37 Audio System s 3 39 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 51 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Rear Axle 5 46 Four Wheel Drive 5 47 Front Axle 5 48 Bulb Replacement 5 49 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 54 Tires 5 56 Appearance Care 5 86 Vehicle I...

Страница 2: ...is manual can be obtained from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 About Driving Your Vehicle As with other vehicles of this type failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident Be sure to read the on pavement and off road driving guidelines in this manual See Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle on page 4 2 and Off Road Dri...

Страница 3: ...and the word CAUTION to tell about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you do not you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash throug...

Страница 4: ...o warning labels on the vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols 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 reference the f...

Страница 5: ...These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle v ...

Страница 6: ... NOTES vi ...

Страница 7: ...Children 1 32 Child Restraint Systems 1 35 Where to Put the Restraint 1 38 Top Strap 1 39 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 41 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 42 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 44 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position 1 44 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 47 Center Seat Positions 1 ...

Страница 8: ...movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Lift the lever located under the front of the seat 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: ...ward by moving the whole control 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 Power Lumbar If your vehicle has this feature the control is located on the outboard side of the seat s Press and hold the...

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 will not 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 not 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...

Страница 12: ...head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation Your vehicle has folding rear seatbacks which allows for more cargo space The rear seat release handles are located on the rear of the seatbacks Push back on the seatbacks as you pull up on the handles The head restraint will automatically fold out of the way when the seatback is folded down 1 6 ...

Страница 13: ...it the spare tire and prevent the seatback from properly latching Push and pull on the head restraints to check that they have locked in the upright position If they haven t see your dealer for service CAUTION If the seatback is not 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 locke...

Страница 14: ...ehicle 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 kille...

Страница 15: ...rashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person would not 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...

Страница 16: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not 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: ...upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safety belts A Airbags 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 airbag 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 29 or Infan...

Страница 20: ...ss 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 is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 29 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety b...

Страница 21: ...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 is a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor 1 15 ...

Страница 22: ...oo loose It will not 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 are not 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 would not 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: ...belt just push the button on the buckle The belt should go back out of the way Before you close the door be sure the belt is out of the way If you slam the door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle 1 20 ...

Страница 27: ... is worn properly it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right 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 e...

Страница 28: ...he belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug 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 29 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quic...

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 is how to wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens ...

Страница 30: ...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 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you would 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...

Страница 31: ...t of the retractor 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 To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle 1 25 ...

Страница 32: ...sh the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure 3 Feed the lap belt into the retractor to tighten it 4 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 29 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the sa...

Страница 33: ...mfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head Here is how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip 2 Slide the guide under and past the belt The elastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges...

Страница 34: ... page 1 23 Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the guide onto the clip Turn the guide and clip inward and in between the seatback and the interior body leaving only the loop of the elastic cord exposed 1...

Страница 35: ...se it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit The extender has been designed for adults Never use it for securing child seats To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt For more information see the instruction sheet that comes with the extender Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle s safety belts If you have the choi...

Страница 36: ...use severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up or can be thrown out of the vehicle Older children need to use safety belts properly CAUTION Never do this Here two children are wearing the same belt The belt can not pro...

Страница 37: ...the child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very close to the child s face or neck you might want to place the child in a seat that has a lap belt if your vehicle has one CAUTION Never do this Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap shoulder belt but the shoulder part is behind the child If the child wears the belt in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The ...

Страница 38: ... 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 b...

Страница 39: ...ON Children who are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provid...

Страница 40: ...t will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs CAUTION Newborn infants need complete support including support for the head and neck T...

Страница 41: ...e child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints Child Restraint Systems An infant car bed A a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a ...

Страница 42: ...of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields 1 36 ...

Страница 43: ...d restraints have used the adult belt system in the vehicle To help reduce the chance of injury the child also has to be secured within the restraint The vehicle s belt system secures the add on child restraint in the vehicle and the add on child restraint s harness system holds the child in place within the restraint One system the three point harness has straps that come down over each of the in...

Страница 44: ...er Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat We therefore recommend that child restraints be secured in a rear outside seat position including an infant riding in a rear facing infant seat a child riding in a forward facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat Never put a rear facing c...

Страница 45: ...n stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap or top tether It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision For it to work a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle Some top strap equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without ...

Страница 46: ...ing a crash A child or others could be injured if this happens To help prevent injury to people and damage to your vehicle attach only one child restraint per bracket Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Raise the head restraint and route the...

Страница 47: ... brackets near the liftgate endgate or the center tiedown bracket near the rear seats Do not secure a child restraint in the right front passenger s position if a national or local law requires that the top strap be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored There is no place to anchor the top strap in this position 4 door Models 1 41...

Страница 48: ...TCH System If your vehicle is equipped with the LATCH System it is available in the second row outboard seating positions This system designed to make installation of child restraints easier does not use the vehicle s safety belts Instead it uses vehicle anchors and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether strap A L...

Страница 49: ...ushion and the seatback CAUTION If a LATCH type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points the restraint will not 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 following the instruction...

Страница 50: ...it is secure To remove the child 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 42 See Top Strap on page 1 39 if the chi...

Страница 51: ...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 45 ...

Страница 52: ...facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt 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 pa...

Страница 53: ... This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag 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 positio...

Страница 54: ...belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 48 ...

Страница 55: ...in and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Center Seat Positions Four Door Models CAUTION A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the right front passenger s airbag if it inflates Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat It is always better to secure a child restraint in the rear seat If you need to secure a forward...

Страница 56: ...ce them Airbags are designed to deploy only in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflate in CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued rollover rear or low speed frontal crashes or in many side crashes And for some unrestrained occupants airbags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful airbags have provided in the past Everyone in your v...

Страница 57: ...signed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 1 29 and Infants and Young Children on page 1 32 There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The li...

Страница 58: ...Where Are the Airbags The driver s airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 52 ...

Страница 59: ...esigned to inflate only if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold Deployment thresholds take into account a variety of desired deployment and non deployment events and are used to predict how severe a crash is likely to be in time for the airbags to inflate and help restrain the occupants Whether your frontal airbags will or should deploy is not based on how fast your vehicle is t...

Страница 60: ...ect The frontal airbags driver and right front passenger are not intended to inflate during vehicle rollovers rear impacts or in many side impacts because inflation would not likely help the occupants In any particular crash no one can say whether an airbag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were Inflation is determined by the angle o...

Страница 61: ...e frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts Airbags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually But airbags would not help you in many types of collisions including rollovers rear impacts and many sid...

Страница 62: ...s everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued can not get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or a door If you experience breathing problems following an airbag deployment you should seek medical attention Airbags are designed to inflate only once After th...

Страница 63: ...hile someone is working on your vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the airbag 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 disconnected an airbag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured ...

Страница 64: ...esses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 7 2 Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety b...

Страница 65: ...e crash then you need new parts If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash you may need new LATCH system parts If you ever see a label on the driver s or the right front passenger s safety belt that says to replace the belt be sure to do so Then the new belt will be there to help protect you in a collision You would see this label on the belt near the door opening If belts are c...

Страница 66: ... NOTES 1 60 ...

Страница 67: ...21 Starting Your Engine 2 21 Engine Coolant Heater 2 23 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 24 Tow Haul Mode 2 27 Manual Transmission Operation 2 28 Four Wheel Drive 2 29 Parking Brake 2 36 Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transmission 2 37 Shifting Out of Park P Automatic Transmission 2 39 Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transmission 2 39 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 40 Engine Exhaust 2 40 Running Yo...

Страница 68: ...eas 2 49 Glove Box 2 49 Overhead Console 2 49 Front Storage Area 2 52 Luggage Carrier 2 53 Rear Storage Area 2 55 Convenience Net 2 55 Cargo Tie Downs 2 55 Rear Convenience System 2 56 Sunroof 2 58 Vehicle Personalization 2 60 Memory Seat 2 60 Section 2 Features and Controls 2 2 ...

Страница 69: ...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 3 ...

Страница 70: ...ed locksmith how to make extra keys Keep this number in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using this number Your selling dealer should also have this number Notice If you ever lock your keys in your vehicle you may have to damage the vehicle to get in Be sure you have spare keys If you ever do get locked out of your vehicle contact Roadside Assistance f...

Страница 71: ... cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote keyless entry system If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work try this Check the dista...

Страница 72: ...OCK again within three seconds and the horn will chirp for confirmation REAR 2X When you press the REAR 2X button twice within three seconds to release the rear liftglass the parking lamps will flash and the interior lamps will go on If your vehicle has an automatic transmission the transmission must be in PARK P or NEUTRAL N If your vehicle has a manual transmission the parking brake must be enga...

Страница 73: ...remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter will not 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 surfac...

Страница 74: ... 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 75: ... All the doors will unlock when the shift lever is moved back into PARK P On a vehicle with a manual transmission all doors will lock when the vehicle speed is greater than 15 mph 24 km h The doors will unlock when the key is removed from the ignition 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 do...

Страница 76: ... 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 77: ... on the opposite rear door If 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 If you have power door locks this feature protects you from locking your key in the vehicle when the key is in the ignition and a door is o...

Страница 78: ...limate Control System in the Index If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust on page 2 40 Liftgate Tailgate Release To open a manual lock system from the outside insert the key into a lock and turn it counterclockwise to unlock the tailgate and liftglass or the liftgate To open a power lock system from the outside insert the key into a lock a...

Страница 79: ...clockwise All doors the tailgate and liftglass or liftgate will lock Remote Liftglass Release The REAR HATCH button located to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel allows you to release the liftglass from inside the vehicle If your vehicle has an automatic transmission your shift lever must be in PARK P or NEUTRAL N for the release to work If you have a manual transmission you m...

Страница 80: ... the passenger s side until the glass latch pops open 4 Reattach the carpet securely Tailgate Mounted Spare If your vehicle has a tailgate mounted spare tire carrier you must move the carrier arm out of the way to open the glass Here s how to move the arm 1 Squeeze the release handle on the carrier arm 2 Swing the carrier arm away from the tailgate giving it a slight tug 3 To close the carrier arm...

Страница 81: ...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 15 ...

Страница 82: ...er 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 pressing the up arrow on the switch Window Lockout Four door vehicl...

Страница 83: ...rrent Your vehicle may be equipped with a Content Theft Deterrent alarm system With this system the SECURITY light will flash as you open the door if your ignition is off This light reminds you to activate the theft deterrent system Here s how to do it 1 Open the door 2 Lock the door with the power door lock switch or the remote keyless entry transmitter The SECURITY light should come on and stay ...

Страница 84: ...larm by pressing UNLOCK on the remote keyless entry transmitter The alarm won t stop if you try to unlock a door any other way Testing the Alarm The alarm can be tested by following these steps 1 From inside the vehicle lower the driver s window and open the driver s door 2 Activate the system by locking the doors with the power door lock switch while the door is open or with the remote keyless en...

Страница 85: ... working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock at this time You may also want to check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 97 See your dealer for service In an emergency call the GM Roadside Assistance Center See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 6 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break In Notice Your vehicle does no...

Страница 86: ...cles turning the key to LOCK will lock the steering column and result in a loss of ability to steer the vehicle This could cause a collision If you need to turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving turn the key only to OFF Do not press the key release button while the vehicle is moving Notice Using a tool to force the key from the ignition switch could cause damage or break the key Use the c...

Страница 87: ... equipped with a Retained Accessory Power RAP feature which will allow certain features of your vehicle to continue to work for up to 20 minutes after the ignition key is turned to OFF Your radio power windows sunroof and overhead console will work when the ignition key is in RUN or ACCESSORY Once the key is turned from RUN to OFF these features will continue to work for up to 20 minutes or until ...

Страница 88: ...t 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 will not start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all th...

Страница 89: ...ood fuse block on the driver s 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 dut...

Страница 90: ...r an extended period it is recommended that you disconnect the battery cable from the battery to prevent discharging your battery PARK P This position locks your rear wheels It is the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle cannot 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 Y...

Страница 91: ...ition key is in RUN If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever then while pressing the button on the console shift lever push the shift lever all the way in PARK P as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish See Shifting Out of Park P Automatic Transmission on page 2 39 REVERSE R Use this gear to back up Notice Shifting to REVERSE R wh...

Страница 92: ...gine is not running at high speed when shifting your vehicle DRIVE D This position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you are Going less than about 35 mph 55 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 35 mph 55 km h or more push the accelerator all the way down You will shift down to the next gear and have more power DRIVE D should not be used when to...

Страница 93: ...t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough Notice Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transmission If you are stuck do not spin the tires When stopping on a hill use the brakes to hold the vehicle in place Tow Haul Mode Your vehicle may be equipped with tow haul mode The button will be located on the...

Страница 94: ...rator pedal THIRD FOURTH AND FIFTH 3 4 and 5 Shift into THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 the same way you do for SECOND 2 Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal To stop let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to NEUTRAL NEUTRAL Use this position when you start or idle your...

Страница 95: ...ure yourself or others Don t shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift If your vehicle has four wheel drive and is equipped with a manual transmission disregard the up shift light when the transfer case is in four wheel low 4LO Four Wheel Drive If your vehicle has four wheel drive you can send your engine s driving power to all four wheels for extra traction To get the most satisf...

Страница 96: ...LO Four Wheel Low This setting also engages your front axle to give you extra traction You may never need 4LO 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 i...

Страница 97: ... before shifting your transmission into gear This 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 or the clutch pedal engaged The preferred method for shifting out of 4LO is to have your ...

Страница 98: ...are variable While driving your vehicle in AUTO 4WD the front axle is engaged but the vehicle s power is sent only to the rear wheels When the vehicle senses a loss of traction the system will automatically engage four wheel drive Driving in this mode results in slightly lower fuel economy than 2HI 4HI Four Wheel High Use 4HI when you need extra traction such as on snowy or icy roads or in most of...

Страница 99: ...ormation Indicator lights in the buttons show which setting you are in The indicator lights will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and one will stay on If the lights do not come on you should take your vehicle to your dealer for service An indicator light will flash while shifting the transfer case It will remain illuminated when the shift is complete If for some reason the transfer ca...

Страница 100: ... unless your vehicle is moving less than 3 mph 4 8 km h and the transmission is in NEUTRAL N or with the clutch pedal pressed for vehicles with manual transmission After 30 seconds the transfer case will return to the setting last chosen Shifting out of 4LO To shift from 4LO to 4HI AUTO 4WD or 2HI your vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph 4 8 km h with the transmission in NEUTRAL N or...

Страница 101: ...d or FIRST 1 for vehicles with manual transmission 8 Turn the ignition to OFF 9 Place the transmission shift lever in PARK P or FIRST 1 for vehicles with manual transmission 10 Release the parking brake prior to towing Shifting out of NEUTRAL To shift out of NEUTRAL 1 Set the parking brake and apply the regular brake pedal 2 Start the vehicle with the transmission in PARK P or FIRST 1 for vehicles...

Страница 102: ...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 103: ...ift lever fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 59 Column Shift Lever 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P by pulling the shift lever toward you and moving it up as far as it will go 3 Turn the ignition key to LOCK 4 Remove the key and take it with you If...

Страница 104: ...K P hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you or pressing the button on a console shift lever If you can it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transmission into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much fo...

Страница 105: ...t press the shift lever button on the shift lever If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still cannot shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the key to OFF 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 3 Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want 5 Have the vehicle fixed as soon as you can Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transmission Before y...

Страница 106: ...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 107: ...etting One place this can happen is a garage Exhaust with CO can come in easily NEVER park in a garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 40 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 r...

Страница 108: ...normal daytime operation Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror If your vehicle has this feature the mirror automatically changes to reduce glare from headlamps behind you A photocell on the back of the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside Another photocell built into the mirror surface senses when headlamps are behind you At night when the glare is too high the mirror will gradually darken t...

Страница 109: ...st your outside mirrors so you can see a little of the side of your vehicle and the area beside and behind your vehicle from a comfortable driving position You can also fold the mirrors in before entering a car wash Pull the mirrors in toward the vehicle Push the mirrors back out when finished Outside Power Mirrors If your vehicle has this feature the controls are located on the driver s door armr...

Страница 110: ...irror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Outside Heated Mirrors Your vehicle may be equipped with outside heated mirrors When you operate the rear window defogger a defogger also warms the heated outside...

Страница 111: ... Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any in...

Страница 112: ... of the garage door or gate operator you are programming When programming a garage door it is advised to park outside of the garage It is recommended that a new battery be installed in your hand held transmitter for quicker and more accurate transmission of the radio frequency Programming HomeLink Your vehicle s engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter Follow these steps to pr...

Страница 113: ...g code equipped device most commonly a garage door opener 6 Locate in the garage the garage door opener receiver motor head unit Locate the Learn or Smart button This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor head unit 7 Firmly press and release the Learn or Smart button The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer You will have 30 seconds to start S...

Страница 114: ...een successfully accepted by HomeLink The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly Proceed with Step 4 under Programming HomeLink to complete Using HomeLink Press and hold the appropriate HomeLink button for at least half of a second The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted Erasing HomeLink Buttons To erase programming from the three buttons do the ...

Страница 115: ...lt settings do the following 1 Hold down the two outside buttons for about 20 seconds until the indicator light begins to flash 2 Continue to hold both buttons until the HomeLink indicator light turns off 3 Release both buttons For questions or comments contact HomeLink at 1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com Storage Areas Glove Box Open the glove box by pulling the bottom of the ...

Страница 116: ...arage Door Opener 1 Open the compartment door by pressing the latch forward 2 Peel the protective backing from the hook and loop patch 3 Press it firmly to the back of your garage door opener as close to the center of the opener as possible 4 Center the garage door opener activation button over the console door button and press the opener firmly into place 2 50 ...

Страница 117: ... time until the garage door opener operates with the compartment door closed when you press the button 7 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 51 ...

Страница 118: ...ueeze the front lever while lifting the top to open it You can store cassettes and compact discs in the slots in front of the compartment Some models will have a console with pop out cupholders located on the front of the storage compartment If your vehicle has this console push in and release on the cupholder door The cupholders will pop out for use 2 52 ...

Страница 119: ... 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 of your vehicle If your vehicle is equipped with a luggage carrier it may have side rails and crossrails attached to the roof to secure cargo The adjustable tie downs at both ends of the cross...

Страница 120: ...rails as far apart as possible Tie the load to the tie downs provided Also tie the load to the bumpers Do not tie the load so tightly that the crossrails or side rails are damaged Notice Loading cargo on the luggage carrier that weighs more than 200 lbs 91 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 a...

Страница 121: ... not designed to retain these items during off road use The net is not for larger heavier items Attach the upper loops to the retainers on both sides of the tailgate opening The label should be in the upper passenger s side corner visible from the rear of the vehicle Attach the lower hooks to the rear cargo tie downs on the floor Cargo Tie Downs There are three cargo tie downs in the rear of your ...

Страница 122: ...icle could be injured Be sure to secure any such item properly If your vehicle has the convenience system it is located in the rear of your vehicle It provides a place to store loose items in your vehicle A Collapsible Dividers B Anchor Bracket Cargo Tie Down Plugs C Partitions D Soda Pop Gallon Jug Holder E Partition Storage F Cargo Tie Down Cutouts 2 56 ...

Страница 123: ...lugs grasp the edges of the plugs and pull straight out See Child Restraint Systems on page 1 35 and Top Strap on page 1 39 for more information on using anchor brackets There are two cutouts F for the rear cargo tie downs located near the tailgate In order to access the rear cargo tie downs the cutouts must be removed You will also find a soda pop gallon jug holder D on the passenger side of the ...

Страница 124: ... Accessory Power RAP needs to be active See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 2 21 The sunroof has the following three positions Vent The sunroof flips up in the rear and opens partially to allow outside air to enter the vehicle Slide The sunroof slides rearward fully to allow outside air to enter the vehicle Close The sunroof is closed and no outside air enters the vehicle 2 58 ...

Страница 125: ...pen the sunroof It will open automatically and stop when it is fully opened To stop the sunroof at any position before it reaches the fully open position press and release the button again To close the sunroof do one of the following To close from the vent position push and hold the rear side of the switch The sunroof will automatically stop when it is fully closed To close from the slide position...

Страница 126: ...ve to the set position You will hear one chime Pressing the UNLOCK button of a keyless entry transmitter will adjust the seat to the corresponding stored memory position You will hear one chime Repeat Steps 1 and 2 to readjust the seat The transmitter need not be reprogrammed unless it needs to correspond to the other numbered memory button If there is a third driver use the seat adjuster switch t...

Страница 127: ... and Cigarette Lighter 3 18 Climate Controls 3 19 Climate Control System 3 19 Outlet Adjustment 3 21 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 21 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 22 Speedometer and Odometer 3 24 Trip Odometer 3 24 Tachometer 3 24 Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 24 Airbag Readiness Light 3 25 Charging System Light 3 26 Voltmeter Gage 3 26 Up Shift Light 3 27 Brake System Warning Light 3 28 Anti...

Страница 128: ...a Systems RDS 3 40 AM FM Radio 3 41 Radio with CD 3 43 Radio with Cassette and CD 3 51 Radio with Six Disc CD 3 64 Theft Deterrent Feature Non RDS Radios 3 74 Theft Deterrent Feature RDS Radios 3 74 Radio Reception 3 75 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 3 75 Care of Your CDs 3 76 Care of Your CD Player 3 76 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 76 Section 3 Instrument Panel 3 2 ...

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Страница 130: ...Instrument Panel Overview The main components of your instrument panel are the following 3 4 ...

Страница 131: ...gate Tailgate Release under Liftgate Tailgate on page 2 12 for more information K Climate Control System See Climate Control System on page 3 19 for more information L Rear Window Defogger See Rear Window Defogger under Climate Control System on page 3 19 for more information M Audio System See Audio System s on page 3 39 for more information N Glove Box See Glove Box on page 2 49 for more informa...

Страница 132: ...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 the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following ...

Страница 133: ...st raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows flash more quickly than normal a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don...

Страница 134: ...or light on the instrument panel cluster will also be on Flash to Pass This feature lets you use your high beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass It works even if your headlamps are in the automatic position To use it pull the turn signal lever toward you but not so far that you hear a click If your headlamps are in the automatic position or on low beam your high b...

Страница 135: ...rn the band away from you to HI and past the delay settings for wiping steady at high speed 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 136: ... window check your fluid level Cruise Control With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h If you have an automatic transmission and you apply your brakes the cruise control will shut off If you have a manual transmission ...

Страница 137: ...g SET Press this button at the end of the lever to set your desired speed 1 Move the cruise control switch to ON 2 Get up to the speed you want 3 Press in the SET button at the end of the lever and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course shuts off the cruise control...

Страница 138: ...r Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may want to step on ...

Страница 139: ...ker 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 lights Headlamps on Reminder A reminder chime will sound when your headlamps or parking lamps are manually turned on the driver s door is opened and your ignition is in OFF LOCK or ACCESSORY To turn the ...

Страница 140: ...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 141: ... system The DRL and automatic headlamp system will only be affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting longer than the delay To idle your vehicle with the automatic headlamp system off set the parking brake while the ignition is off Then start your vehicle The automatic headlamp system will stay off until you release the parking brake As with any vehicle you should turn on the...

Страница 142: ...this feature is located on the driver s side of the instrument panel next to the exterior lamps control Turn the thumbwheel up to make your instrument panel lights brighter Turn the thumbwheel all the way up to turn on the interior lamps To dim the instrument panel lights turn the thumbwheel down Dome Lamps The dome lamps will come on when you open a door You can also turn the dome lamps on by tur...

Страница 143: ...lamps can be swiveled to point in the desired direction If you have the mini console press the lens on each lamp to turn it on or off Map Lamps If your vehicle has front map lamps they are located on the inside rearview mirror They will automatically come on for about 40 seconds when the doors are unlocked with the keyless entry transmitter if equipped or until the ignition key is turned to RUN or...

Страница 144: ...electrical accessories may not be compatible with the cigarette lighter power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses Notice Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may damage it or keep other components from working as they should The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment When adding electrical equipment b...

Страница 145: ...de directs most of the air to the floor outlets with a little air directed to the windshield and the side window outlets 9 Fan Turn the left knob clockwise or counterclockwise 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 and Defrosting later in this section On ho...

Страница 146: ...r frost from the windshield more quickly For best results clear all snow and ice from the windshield before defrosting Defog Use this mode to direct half the air to the windshield and half to the floor outlet Close the center outlets to help defrost the side windows more quickly In this mode the system will automatically force outside air into your vehicle and it will also run the air conditioning...

Страница 147: ...s and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions As you will see in the details on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly w...

Страница 148: ...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 with Automatic Transmission United States version shown Canada similar 3 22 ...

Страница 149: ...Up Level Cluster with Automatic Transmission United States version shown Canada similar 3 23 ...

Страница 150: ... 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 151: ...the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your airbag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the airbag system may not be working properly The airbags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate without a c...

Страница 152: ...elt or another electrical problem Have it checked right away Driving while this light is on could drain your battery If you must drive a short distance with the light on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Voltmeter Gage When your engine is not running but the ignition is in RUN this gage shows your battery s state of charge in DC volts When the engine...

Страница 153: ...ct itself as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to create maximum power You can only drive for a short time with the reading in either warning zone If you must drive turn off all unnecessary accessories Readings in either warning zone indicate a possible problem in the electrical system Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible Up Shift Light Shifting when the indicator light is on...

Страница 154: ...ht 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 the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have ...

Страница 155: ...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 156: ...engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect your vehicle s emission controls and may cause this light to come on Modificati...

Страница 157: ... installed A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water If so your electrical system may be wet The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Have you recently cha...

Страница 158: ... that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have don...

Страница 159: ...indicate the normal operating range A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or other problems causing low oil pressure Security Light This light will come on briefly when you turn the key toward START The light will stay on until the engine starts If the light flashes the Passlock system has entered a tamper mode If the vehicle fails to start see Passlock on...

Страница 160: ...ndicate that there may be a problem with the four wheel drive system and service is required Malfunctions can be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent which may prevent serious damage to the vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing a malfunction Tow Haul Mode Light This light will come on when the tow haul mode has been selecte...

Страница 161: ...are driving check your coolant temperature and engine oil pressure gages to see if they are in the warning zones Gate Ajar Light If this light comes on your endgate or liftglass is ajar Try closing the tailgate or liftglass again Never drive with the tailgate or liftglass even partially open United States Canada United States Canada 3 35 ...

Страница 162: ...ple 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 The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up The gage doesn t go back to empty when you turn off the ignition Low Fuel Warning Light This light comes on briefly when you start your engine This light comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel...

Страница 163: ...rmation is displayed in this mode of operation COMP TEMP Compass Temperature This display shows the outside temperature and one of eight compass readings to indicate the direction the vehicle is facing Before you turn on the ignition and move the vehicle the temperature indicated will be the last outside temperature recorded with the ignition on If the outside temperature is 37 F 3 C or lower the ...

Страница 164: ...umber appears on the display 5 Press ON OFF to set your zone number Your variance is now set and the display will return to the COMP TEMP mode Automatic Compass Calibration The compass is self calibrating so it does not need to be manually set However if CAL Calibration is displayed the compass will need to be calibrated You may also place the compass in a noncalibrated mode by pressing and holdin...

Страница 165: ...be performed in the AVG ECON FUEL USED and AVG SPEED modes All three modes are reset at the same time Audio System s Notice Before adding any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio make sure that it can be added by checking with your dealer Also check federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units If sound equipment can be added it is...

Страница 166: ...nd hold the hour button until the correct hour appears on the display Press and hold the minute button until the correct minute appears on the display The time can 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 hour and minute buttons at the same time until RDS TIME appears on the display To accept thi...

Страница 167: ...r the left arrow 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 ...

Страница 168: ...appear on the display To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls to the middle position first end out of audio mode by pressing another button causing the radio to perform that function or by waiting five seconds for the display to return to time of day Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep CEN will appear on the display Adjusting the Speakers Balanc...

Страница 169: ...he factory If CAL appears on the display it means that the radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and must be returned to your GM dealer for service LOC Locked This message is displayed when the THEFTLOCK system has locked up Take the vehicle to your GM dealer for service If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your GM dealer Radio with CD Playing...

Страница 170: ...ng a Station BAND Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 and AM The display will show the selection o TUNE p Turn this knob to select radio stations SEEK Press either the SEEK or the TYPE arrows to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there The radio will only seek stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band SCAN Press and hold either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows ...

Страница 171: ...ble AUDIO Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS or TREB appears on the display Turn the knob to increase or to decrease The display will show the bass or treble level If a station is weak or noisy decrease the treble To adjust the bass and treble to the middle position push and hold the AUDIO knob The radio will produce one beep and adjust the display level to the middle position To adjust al...

Страница 172: ...ERED will appear on the display you will hear a beep and the display level will be adjusted to the middle position Radio Data System RDS The audio system has a Radio Data System RDS RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information With RDS the radio can do the following Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming Receive announcements concern...

Страница 173: ... the last station you were listening to SCAN Scan the stations within a PTY by performing the following 1 Press the TYPE button to activate program type select mode TYPE and the last selected PTY will appear on the display 2 Turn the TYPE knob or press and release the TYPE button to select a PTY 3 Once the desired PTY is displayed press and hold either the TYPE or the SCAN arrows for two seconds a...

Страница 174: ...layed parts of the message will appear every three seconds To scroll through the message press and release the INFO button A new group of words will appear on the display after every press of the button Once the complete message has been displayed the information symbol will disappear from the display until another new message is received The last message can be displayed by pressing the INFO butt...

Страница 175: ...pears 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 more than eight seconds have played TRACK and the track number will appear on the display If this pushbutton is held or pressed more than once the player will continue moving backward through the CD 2 NEXT Press this pushbutton to go to the next track TRAC...

Страница 176: ... next track Press either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows again to stop scanning INFO Information Press this knob to see how long the current track has been playing ET and the elapsed time will appear on the display To change the default on the display track or elapsed time press the knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob for two seconds The radio will produce one beep and the selec...

Страница 177: ...t playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your GM dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your GM dealer when reporting the problem Radio with Cassette and CD Radio Data System RDS The audio system has a Radio Data System RDS RDS features are available for use only on ...

Страница 178: ...nd artist name A service fee is required in order to receive the XM service For more information contact XM at www xmradio com or call 1 800 852 XMXM 9696 Playing the Radio PWR Power Press this knob to turn the system on and off o VOL p Volume Turn this knob to increase or to decrease the volume INFO Information Press this knob to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time...

Страница 179: ...l SCAN appears on the display and 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 the SCAN or the TYPE arrows again to stop scanning To scan preset stations press and hold either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows for more than four seconds PSCN will appear on the display and you will hear a double beep The radio will go to a preset statio...

Страница 180: ...lect customized equalization settings designed for country western jazz talk pop rock and classical Selecting CUSTOM or changing bass or treble returns the EQ to the manual bass and treble settings The radio will save separate AUTO EQ settings for each preset and source Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers push and release the AUDI...

Страница 181: ...e listening to SCAN Scan the stations within a PTY by performing the following 1 Press the TYPE button to activate program type select mode TYPE and the last selected PTY will appear on the display 2 Turn the TYPE knob or press and release the TYPE button to select a PTY 3 Once the desired PTY is displayed press and hold either the TYPE or the SCAN arrows for two seconds and the radio will begin s...

Страница 182: ...ers etc If the entire message is not displayed parts of the message will appear every three seconds To scroll through the message press and release the INFO button A new group of words will appear on the display after every press of the button Once the complete message has been displayed the information symbol will disappear from the display until another new message is received The last message c...

Страница 183: ...pen area the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio 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 ass...

Страница 184: ...ive The XM receiver in the vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced check with your GM dealer Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to channel 0 this message will alternate with the XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed to activate the ...

Страница 185: ...e must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for previous to work Press this pushbutton to go to the previous selection on the tape if the current selection has been playing for less than three seconds If pressed when the current selection has been playing from three to 13 seconds it will go to the beginning of the previous selection or the beginning of the current selectio...

Страница 186: ...selection for scan to work BAND Press this button to listen to the radio when a cassette tape or CD is playing The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening TAPE DISC Press this button to play a cassette tape or CD when listening to the radio The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening Z Eject Press this button to stop a tape ...

Страница 187: ...up the radio and begin playing The override feature will remain active until the eject button is pressed Playing a CD Insert a CD part way into the slot label side up The player will pull it in and the CD should begin playing If you want to insert a CD with the ignition off first press the eject button or the INFO knob If the ignition or radio is turned off with the CD in the player it will stay i...

Страница 188: ...ease this pushbutton to play the passage ET and the elapsed time of the track will appear on the display 4 FWD Forward Press and hold this pushbutton to quickly advance within a track Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to advance at six times the normal playing speed Press and hold it for more than two seconds to advance at 17 times the normal playing speed Release this pushb...

Страница 189: ... when listening to the radio The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening Z Eject Press this button to stop a CD when it is playing or to eject a CD when it is not playing Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first CD Messages If the CD comes out it could be for o...

Страница 190: ... the program if available To change the default on the display press the INFO knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob until you hear a beep The selected display will now be the default AUTO VOL Automatic Volume With automatic volume the audio system will adjust automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive by increasing the volume as vehicle speed increases Set t...

Страница 191: ...io will go to a preset station play for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows again to stop scanning presets The radio will only scan stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band Setting Preset Stations Up to 18 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons by performing the following step...

Страница 192: ... and classical To return to the manual mode press the AUTO EQ button until CUSTOM appears on the display Then 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 and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the...

Страница 193: ... station the station name or 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 Finding a Program Type PTY Station To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press the TYPE button to activate program type select mode P TYPE and the last se...

Страница 194: ...econds AF ON will appear on the display The radio may switch to stations with a stronger frequency To turn alternate frequency off press and hold BAND again for two seconds AF OFF will appear on the display The radio will not switch to other stations Setting Preset PTYs RDS Only These pushbuttons have factory PTY presets Up to 12 PTYs six FM1 and six FM2 can be programmed on the six numbered pushb...

Страница 195: ...CKED This message is displayed when the THEFTLOCK system has locked up Take the vehicle to your GM dealer for service If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your GM dealer Playing a CD If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player it will stay in the player When the ignition or radio is turned on the CD will start playing where it stopped if it w...

Страница 196: ...ou can load another CD The CD player takes up to six CDs Do not try to load more than six To load more than one CD but less than six complete Steps 1 through 3 When finished loading CDs press the LOAD button to cancel the loading function The radio will begin to play the last CD loaded If more than one CD has been loaded a number for each CD will appear on the display Playing a Specific Loaded CD ...

Страница 197: ...ll appear on the display FWD Forward Press and hold this button to advance quickly within a track You will hear sound at a reduced volume Release the button to play the passage The elapsed time of the track will appear on the display RPT Repeat With repeat one track or an entire CD can be repeated To use repeat do the following To repeat the track you are listening to press and release the RPT but...

Страница 198: ...irst track of each loaded CD Press either SCAN arrow again to stop scanning INFO Information Press this knob to see how long the current track has been playing To change the default on the display track or elapsed time press the knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob until the display flashes The selected display will now be the default BAND Press this button to listen to the r...

Страница 199: ...hold the SONG LIST button for two seconds When SONG LIST is pressed one beep will be heard immediately After two seconds of continuously pressing the SONG LIST button two beeps will be heard 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 ...

Страница 200: ...e it down and provide it to your GM dealer when reporting the problem Theft Deterrent Feature Non RDS Radios THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your vehicle s 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 the r...

Страница 201: ...er needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but it should be cleaned as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player If there is a reduction in sound quality try a known good cassette to see if the tape or the tape player is at fault If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality clean the tape player For best results use a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning casse...

Страница 202: ...m in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust If the surface of a CD is soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution and clean it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the side without writing when handling CDs Pick up CDs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of Your CD ...

Страница 203: ...f Road Driving with Your Four Wheel Drive Vehicle 4 15 Driving at Night 4 30 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 32 City Driving 4 34 Freeway Driving 4 35 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 36 Highway Hypnosis 4 37 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 38 Winter Driving 4 40 If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 44 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 4 44 Recovery Hooks 4 45 Loading Your Vehicle 4 46 Towing 4...

Страница 204: ...bility of a crash especially a rollover crash This section provides many useful tips to help you drive more safely Driving Environment You can also help avoid a rollover or other type of crash by being prepared for driving in inclement weather at night or during other times where visibility or traction may be limited such as on curves slippery roads or hilly terrain Unfamiliar surroundings can als...

Страница 205: ...her drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do Be ready for their mistakes Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It is the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive drivi...

Страница 206: ...alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if someone plans to drive It is a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the p...

Страница 207: ...rse as we have seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0 05 percent and that the effects are worse at night All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the...

Страница 208: ...and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Please do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking 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 t...

Страница 209: ...he road whether 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 Yo...

Страница 210: ...on 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 i...

Страница 211: ...brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you will not have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes 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 vib...

Страница 212: ... 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 213: ...hese First apply your brakes See Braking on page 4 7 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 214: ...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 215: ...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 216: ...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 217: ...s some new skills And that is why it is very important that you read this guide You will find many driving tips and suggestions These will help make your off road driving safer and more enjoyable Before You Go Off Roading 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 ...

Страница 218: ...ured Keep cargo below the top of the seatbacks CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Unsecured cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when driving over rough terrain You or your passengers can be struck by flying objects Secure the cargo properly Heavy loads on the roof raise the vehicle s center of gravity making it more likely to roll over You can be seriously or fatally injured if the vehicl...

Страница 219: ...s exhaust system Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip especially when going to a remote area Know the terrain and plan your route You are much less likely to get bad surprises Get accurate maps of trails and terrain Try to learn of any blocked or closed roads It is also a good idea to travel with at least one other vehicle If something happens to one of them the other can hel...

Страница 220: ...errain You need to be familiar with the terrain and its many different features Here are some things to consider Surface Conditions Off roading can take you over hard packed dirt gravel rocks grass sand mud snow or ice Each of these surfaces affects the steering acceleration and braking of your vehicle in different ways Depending upon the kind of surface you are on you may experience slipping slid...

Страница 221: ...an be very dangerous on any road And this is certainly true for off road driving At the very time you need special alertness and driving skills your reflexes perceptions and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You could have a serious or even fatal accident if you drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking See Drunken Driving on page 4 4 Driving on Off Road ...

Страница 222: ... some other things to consider as you approach a hill Is there a constant incline or does the hill get sharply steeper in places Is there good traction on the hillside or will the surface cause tire slipping Is there a straight path up or down the hill so you will not have to make turning maneuvers Are there obstructions on the hill that can block your path boulders trees logs or ruts What is beyo...

Страница 223: ...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 224: ...eel at the 12 o clock position This way you will be able to tell if your wheels are straight and maneuver as you back down It is best that you back down the hill with your wheels straight rather than in the left or right direction Turning the wheel too far to the left or right will increase the possibility of a rollover Here are some things you must not do if you stall or are about to stall when g...

Страница 225: ... NEUTRAL when you leave the vehicle Leave it in some gear CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P or if you have the manual transmission even if you are in gear This is because the NEUTRAL position on the transfer case overrides the transmission You or someone else could be injured If you are going to leave your vehicle set...

Страница 226: ...k or even a river bottom with large rocks If you decide you can go down a hill safely then try to keep your vehicle headed straight down and use a low gear This way engine drag can help your brakes and they will not have to do all the work Descend slowly keeping your vehicle under control at all times CAUTION Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakes to overheat and fade This coul...

Страница 227: ...n NEUTRAL N or with the clutch pedal pressed down in a manual shift This is called free wheeling Your brakes will have to do all the work and could overheat and fade Q Am I likely to stall when going downhill A It is much more likely to happen going uphill But if it happens going downhill here is what to do 1 Stop your vehicle by applying the regular brakes Apply the parking brake 2 Shift to PARK ...

Страница 228: ...ways it can hit something that will trip it a rock a rut etc and roll over Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse If you drive across a rock with the uphill wheels or if the downhill wheels drop into a rut or depression your vehicle can tilt even more For reasons like these you need to decide carefully whether to try to drive across an incline Just because the trail goes...

Страница 229: ...nd 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 downhill low side of a vehicle stopped across an incline is dangerous If the vehicle rolls over you could be crushed or killed Always get out on the uphill high side of the vehicle and stay well clear of the r...

Страница 230: ... sand dunes your tires will tend to sink into the sand This has an effect on steering accelerating and braking Drive at a reduced speed and avoid sharp turns or abrupt 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 po...

Страница 231: ...stall Stalling can also occur if you get your tailpipe under water And as long as your tailpipe is under water you will never be able to start your engine When you go through water remember that when your brakes get wet it may take you longer to stop CAUTION Driving through rushing water can be dangerous Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream and you and your passengers could drown If it is ...

Страница 232: ...braking Check the body structure steering suspension wheels tires and exhaust system for damage Also check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage Your vehicle will require more frequent service due to off road use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for additional information Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers are likely to be...

Страница 233: ...glasses at night They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to re adjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who does not lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid...

Страница 234: ...nt markings the edge of the road and even people walking It is wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going ...

Страница 235: ... 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 cannot 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 236: ...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 35 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 237: ...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 238: ...or any distance at higher speeds you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you are ready Try to be well rested If you must start when you are not fresh such as after a day s work do not plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long...

Страница 239: ...t just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Do not let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second an...

Страница 240: ...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 241: ...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 242: ... an ice scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle 4 40 ...

Страница 243: ...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 Anti Lock Brake System ABS on page 4 8 Allow greater ...

Страница 244: ...n 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 do not have 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 kee...

Страница 245: ...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 th...

Страница 246: ...ion back and forth you can destroy your transmission For more information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains on page 5 70 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 REVERSE R and a forward gear or with a...

Страница 247: ... 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 45 ...

Страница 248: ...he way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the center pillar B pillar With the driver s door open you will find the label attached below the door lock post striker The tire and loading information label shows ...

Страница 249: ...le if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity 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...

Страница 250: ...pacity 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 Refer to your vehicle s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Example 2 ...

Страница 251: ...p you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out Similar appearing vehicles may have different GVWRs and payloads Please note your vehicle s Certification Tire label or consult your dealer for additional details CAUTION...

Страница 252: ...ight evenly Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Do not leave a seat folded down unless you need to There s also important loading information for off road dr...

Страница 253: ... with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly With the proper preparation and equipment many vehicles can be towed in these ways See Dinghy Towing and Dolly Towing following Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing What s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer s recommendati...

Страница 254: ...cle CAUTION Shifting a four wheel drive vehicle s transfer case into NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in Park P for an automatic transmission or if your vehicle is in gear for a manual transmission You or others could be injured Make sure the parking brake is firmly set before you shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL 4 With the engine running shift the transfer case...

Страница 255: ...place the fuse when you reach your destination See Instrument Panel Fuse Block on page 5 98 Dinghy Towing Two Wheel Drive Vehicles and Vehicles with the Electronic Transfer Case Notice If you tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground the drivetrain components could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Do not tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground Two ...

Страница 256: ... with only two of its wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components Do not tow your vehicle if any of its wheels will be on the ground If your vehicle has an electronic transfer case you should not dolly tow your vehicle Dolly Towing Vehicles with Automatic Transfer Case If your vehicle has an automatic transfer case your vehicle can be dolly towed 4 54 ...

Страница 257: ...e to NEUTRAL 4 Shift the transfer case to Neutral See Four Wheel Drive on page 2 29 for how to shift the transfer case 5 Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the towing vehicle Notice Do not exceed the posted speed limit when towing your vehicle If you do your vehicle could be badly damaged Notice If you tow your vehicle from the front for more than 50...

Страница 258: ...to the towing vehicle CAUTION Shifting a four wheel drive vehicle s transfer case into NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in Park P for an automatic transmission or if your vehicle is in gear for a manual transmission You or others could be injured Make sure the parking brake is firmly set before you shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL Notice Do not exceed the posted...

Страница 259: ...g brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the towing vehicle 5 Turn the ignition to OFF To prevent your battery from draining while towing remove the RDO BATT and CLSTR fuses from the instrument panel fuse block Be sure to replace the fuse when you reach your destination See Instrument Panel Fuse Block on page 5 98 Notice Do not exceed the posted speed limit when towing your...

Страница 260: ... automatic or manual transmission in NEUTRAL N 4 Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the towing vehicle Notice Do not exceed the posted speed limit when towing your vehicle If you do your vehicle could be badly damaged 5 Turn the ignition to OFF To prevent your battery from draining while towing remove the RDO BATT and CLSTR fuses from the instrument ...

Страница 261: ...k with your dealer for more information about towing a trailer with your vehicle To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section If yours was built with trailering options as many are it s ready for heavier trailers But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Tr...

Страница 262: ...ng the first 500 miles 800 km that you tow a trailer don t drive over 50 mph 80 km h and don t make starts at full throttle This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads If you have an automatic transmission you can tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the transmission to THIRD 3 or if necessary a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts too often e g u...

Страница 263: ...mbined weight is at least 75 percent of the vehicle s Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and the maximum trailer weight rating for the vehicle See Weight of the Trailer later in this section Driving with tow haul activated without a heavy load will cause reduced fuel economy and unpleasant engine and transmission driving characteristics but will not cause damage Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a...

Страница 264: ... Trans 3 42 3 900 lbs 1 769 kg 8 000 lbs 3 629 kg ZR2 Auto Trans 3 73 4 300 lbs 1 950 kg 9 000 lbs 4 082 kg ZR2 Manual Trans 3 73 4 200 lbs 1 905 kg 8 500 lbs 3 856 kg Four Wheel Drive Four Door Auto Trans 3 42 3 73 5 100 lbs 2 313 kg 5 100 lbs 2 313 kg 9 500 lbs 4 309 kg 9 500 lbs 4 309 kg The Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and ...

Страница 265: ...n page 4 46 for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity The trailer tongue weight A should be 10 to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B up to a maximum of 350 lbs 159 kg with a weight carrying hitch The trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B up to a maximum of 750 lbs 340 kg with a weight distributing hitch Do...

Страница 266: ...ear 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 Weight Distributing Hitches and Weight Carrying Hitches When using a weight distributing hitch the hitch must be adjusted so that the distance A remains the same both before ...

Страница 267: ...afety chains and do not attach them to the bumper Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 1 000 lbs 450 kg loaded then it needs its own brakes and they must be adequate Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintai...

Страница 268: ...ecirculates the air inside your vehicle See Climate Control System in the Index 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...

Страница 269: ...h the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering 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 an...

Страница 270: ...y show signs similar to engine 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 28 Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park yo...

Страница 271: ...use the steps that follow Always put the shift lever fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If the transfer case on four wheel drive vehicles is in NEUTRAL your vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift lever is in PARK P So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL See Four Wheel Drive on page 2 29 When You Are Ready to Leave ...

Страница 272: ...ame rear crossmember on four door vehicles The heavy duty trailer wiring is fused in the engine compartment fuse block See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 97 Both harnesses have no connector and should be wired by a qualified electrical technician The technician can use the following color code chart when connecting the wiring harness to your trailer Dark Blue Use for electric trailer brakes ...

Страница 273: ...verheating 5 28 Cooling System 5 30 Engine Fan Noise 5 35 Power Steering Fluid 5 36 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 37 Brakes 5 38 Battery 5 41 Jump Starting 5 42 Rear Axle 5 46 Four Wheel Drive 5 47 Front Axle 5 48 Bulb Replacement 5 49 Halogen Bulbs 5 49 Headlamps 5 49 One Piece Front Turn Signal Lamps 5 51 Two Piece Front Turn Signal Lamps 5 52 Taillamps 5 53 Replacement Bulbs 5 53 Windshield Wiper B...

Страница 274: ...amps Lenses 5 90 Finish Care 5 90 Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades 5 91 Aluminum Wheels 5 92 Tires 5 92 Sheet Metal Damage 5 93 Finish Damage 5 93 Underbody Maintenance 5 93 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 93 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 94 Vehicle Identification 5 95 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 95 Service Parts Identification Label 5 96 Electrical System 5 96 Add On Electrical Equip...

Страница 275: ...want to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles including this one contain and or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Engine exhaust many parts and systems including some inside the vehicle many fluids and some component wear by products contai...

Страница 276: ... 57 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 on page 6 35 CAUTION You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before you att...

Страница 277: ...87 octane or higher as soon as possible Otherwise you might damage your engine A little pinging noise when you accelerate or drive uphill is considered normal This does not indicate a problem exists or that a higher octane fuel is necessary If you are using 87 octane or higher octane fuel and hear heavy knocking your engine needs service Gasoline Specifications It is recommended that gasoline meet...

Страница 278: ... in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming allowing your emission control system to work properly In most cases you should not have to add anything to your fuel However some gasolines contain only the minimum amount of additive required to meet U S Environmental Protection Agency regulations General Motors recomme...

Страница 279: ... the use of such gasolines Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for service Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may be hard to find Nev...

Страница 280: ...ur 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 tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the driver s side of the vehicle To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise...

Страница 281: ...he fuel cap turn it to the right clockwise until it clicks Make sure the cap is fully installed The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 30 CAUTION If a fire starts while you are refueling do not remove the nozzle Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting...

Страница 282: ...le in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel ...

Страница 283: ...etainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood Before closing the hood be 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 Lower the hood 10 to 12 inches 25 to 30 cm above the vehicle and release it to latch fully Check to make sure the hood is closed and repe...

Страница 284: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood here is what you will see 5 12 ...

Страница 285: ...tch on page 5 24 J Engine Compartment Fuse Block See Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 5 99 K Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Adding Washer Fluid under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 37 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 en...

Страница 286: ...hat the oil level gets above the upper mark 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 GM6094M...

Страница 287: ...rs on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness 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 5 15 ...

Страница 288: ... starburst symbol that meet GM Standard GM6094M are all you will need for good performance and engine 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 st...

Страница 289: ... 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 290: ...ine oil change How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt If the filter remains caked with dirt a new filter is required To inspect or replace the filter do the following 1 Remove the fasteners that hold the cover on and remove the cover 2 Inspect or replace the engine...

Страница 291: ...leaner filter in place when you are driving Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter every 15 000 miles 25 000 km 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 ...

Страница 292: ...e vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C If it is colder than 50 F 10 C drive the vehicle in THIRD 3 until the engine temperature gage moves and then remains steady for 10 minutes A cold fluid check can be made after the vehicle has been sitting for eight hours or more with the engine off but this is used only as a reference Let the engine r...

Страница 293: ...n 1 Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 For an accurate reading when checking the fluid level keep the tip of the dipstick pointed down to avoid the fluid traveling up the dipstick 4 If the fluid level is in the acceptable range push the dipstick back in all ...

Страница 294: ...the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place Manual Transmission Fluid When to Check A good time to have it checked is when the engine oil is changed However the fluid in your manual transmission does not require changing How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this don...

Страница 295: ...add more fluid as described in the next steps How to Add Fluid Here is how to add fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use See Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 32 1 Remove the filler plug 2 Add fluid at the filler plug hole Add only enough fluid to bring the fluid level up to the bottom of the filler plug hole 3 Install the filler plug Be sur...

Страница 296: ...his system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired When to Check and What to Use The hydraulic clutch fluid reservoir cap has this symbol on it See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for reservoir location Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should check the fluid level in your clutch master cylinder reservoir and for the proper fluid to use S...

Страница 297: ...t when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating on page 5 28 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 ...

Страница 298: ...ou 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 engine radiator heater core and other parts If you have to add coolant more than four times a year h...

Страница 299: ...nd radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine part...

Страница 300: ...if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from 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 ge...

Страница 301: ...L and let the engine idle 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the windows 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 does not come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there is still no sign of steam idle t...

Страница 302: ...inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling do not 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 is not you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system 5 30 ...

Страница 303: ...g fan speed should increase when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down If it does not 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 changi...

Страница 304: ... 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 proper coolant mixture CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts...

Страница 305: ...e cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1 You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left until it first stops Do not press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A h...

Страница 306: ... to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant on page 5 25 for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the ADD mark 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off 5 34 ...

Страница 307: ...Noise Your vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan When the clutch is engaged the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine In most everyday driving conditions the clutch is not engaged This improves fuel economy and reduces fan noise Under heavy vehicle loading trailer towing and or high outside temperatures the fan speed increases when the clutch engages so you may hear an increa...

Страница 308: ...teering Fluid To check the power steering fluid do the following 1 Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down 2 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean 3 Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag 4 Replace the cap and completely tighten it 5 Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be between the ADD and FULL marks I...

Страница 309: ...n page 5 12 for reservoir location 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 fluid tank only three quarters full when...

Страница 310: ...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 311: ... 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 brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oi...

Страница 312: ...cessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications If you have rear drum brakes they do not have wear indicators but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake linings inspected immediately Also the rear brake drums should be removed and inspected each time ...

Страница 313: ...cle has a maintenance free battery When it is time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco replacement battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for battery location Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause can...

Страница 314: ...our vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you do not want You would not be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in ...

Страница 315: ... Do not get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged...

Страница 316: ...ng until the next step The other end of the negative cable does not go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there and the ch...

Страница 317: ... other metal A Heavy Unpainted Metal Engine Part B Good Battery C Dead Battery To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red...

Страница 318: ...the lubricant and when to change it See Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6 4 How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to d...

Страница 319: ...intenance Inspections on page 6 30 How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole Use care not to overtighten the plug What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind...

Страница 320: ...e If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you may need to add some lubricant When the differential is cold add enough lubricant to raise the level to 1 2 inch 12 mm below the filler plug hole When the differential is at operating temperature warm add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine...

Страница 321: ...lbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps One Piece Composite Headlamp System 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 5 11 for more information 2 Remove the black retainer clips by lifting up 3 Pull the headlamp assembly out 4 Unplug the electrical connector...

Страница 322: ...p assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight 7 Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to reinstall Two Piece Composite Headlamp System 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 5 11 for more information 2 Remove the black retainer clips by lifting up 3 Unplug the electrical connector 4 Pull the headlamp assembly out 5 50 ...

Страница 323: ...al Lamps 1 Remove the headlamp assembly as shown in One Piece Composite Headlamp System under Headlamps on page 5 49 2 Twist the bulb socket to remove it from the headlamp assembly 3 Pull the bulb straight 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 turn it clockwise until it is tight 6 Reverse Step...

Страница 324: ...nplug the electrical connector 4 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it 5 Pull the bulb straight out to remove it from the socket 6 Push the new bulb into the socket until it snaps into place 7 Reinstall the harness bulb socket with the new bulb into the headlamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight To reinstall the assembly snap the outboard end of the lamp assembly back i...

Страница 325: ... while you turn the socket counterclockwise 5 Holding the base of the bulb pull the bulb straight out of the socket 6 Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it clicks 7 Reverse Steps 1 through 5 to reinstall Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Headlamps Composite High Beam 9005 HB3 Composite Low Beam 9006 HB4 or 9006LL Taillamps 3057 Turn Signal Lamps 3457A For replacement bulbs ...

Страница 326: ...installed could 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...

Страница 327: ...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 328: ... Manual CAUTION Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 46 Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recomme...

Страница 329: ... code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT Department of Transportation code is 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 ...

Страница 330: ...actured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture D Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load E Tire Inflation The temporary use tire or compact spare tire should be inflated to 60 psi 420 kPa For more information on tire pressure and inflation see Inflation Tir...

Страница 331: ...size aspect ratio is 60 as shown in item C of the illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 60 percent 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 Diam...

Страница 332: ... kilopascals kPa before a tire has built up heat from driving See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 62 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 Departmen...

Страница 333: ...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 62 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 46 Radi...

Страница 334: ... weight and cargo weight Vehicle Placard A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle s capacity weight and the original equipment tire size and recommended inflation pressure See Tire and Loading Information Label under Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 46 Inflation Tire Pressure Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively Notice Do not let anyone tell you t...

Страница 335: ... be at 60 psi 420 kPa See Spare Tire on page 5 84 for additional information How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You cannot tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are underinflated Check the tire s inflation pressure when the tires are cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting...

Страница 336: ...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 one of the correct rotation patterns 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 and type do not include the spare in the tire rotation...

Страница 337: ...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 338: ...owed by an MS for mud and snow If you ever 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 p...

Страница 339: ...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 340: ... and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The whe...

Страница 341: ...hem only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle CAUTION Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others ...

Страница 342: ...n cause damage to the brakes suspension or other vehicle parts The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash Use another type of traction device 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 ...

Страница 343: ... 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 344: ... Put an automatic transmission shift lever in PARK P or shift a manual transmission to FIRST 1 or REVERSE R 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Put the wheel blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side...

Страница 345: ...otice If you 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 2 Remove the underbody mounted spare by inserting the chisel end of the wheel wrench on an angle into the hoist shaft hole in the rear bumper Be sure the chisel end of the wh...

Страница 346: ...nto your tire s cover and unscrew the wing nut at the center of the wheel Remove it and the retainer Unhook the tire from the mounting bracket and remove the cover To remove a rear mounted spare tire first make sure that the carrier arm is fully latched to the tailgate Then remove the spare tire cover If you have this feature the locking wheel nut can be removed by snapping the rubber weather cove...

Страница 347: ...lling the Spare Tire Position the chisel end of your wheel wrench or the hub cap removal tool if equipped in the notch of the hub cap and pry off the hub cap Some of the molded plastic hub caps have imitation wheel nuts molded 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 5 75 ...

Страница 348: ...ch to remove the wheel nut caps Your wheel nut caps may attach your hub cap to the wheel Remove these wheel nut caps before you take off the hub cap 1 Using the wheel wrench loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 2 Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the jack lift head 3 Fit the jack into the appropriate hole nearest the flat tire 5 76 ...

Страница 349: ...2 Door or Spring Hanger Hole 4 Door CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack 5 77 ...

Страница 350: ...re is enough room for the spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well 5 Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire CAUTION Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle ...

Страница 351: ... or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 8 Put the nuts on by hand Make sure the rounded end is toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub If a nut can t be turned by hand use the wheel wrench and see your dealer as soon as possible 5 79 ...

Страница 352: ...iginal 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 on page 5 102 for wheel nut torque specification Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence a...

Страница 353: ...d 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 tire repaired as soon as possible A Retainer B Valve Stem Pointed Down C Spare or Flat Tire D Spring E Wheel Wrench F Lower G Raise H Hoist Arm To store the underbody mounted spare use the previous diagram along with the directions below 1 Put the tir...

Страница 354: ...The spare tire hoist cannot be overtightened 5 Make sure the tire is stored securely Push pull A and then try to rotate or turn B the tire If the tire moves use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable Follow this diagram for the inside mounted spare A Spare or Flat Tire B Retainer C Nut D Wheel Carrier E Hook Inside Mounted Tire Storage 5 82 ...

Страница 355: ... The special lug nut and lock case is not intended to be used on any road wheel only on the spare wheel carrier 7 Tighten the nuts on the wheel carrier to 22 to 32 lb ft 30 to 40 Y CAUTION Make sure the tire and carrier are secure Driving with the tire or carrier unlatched could injure pedestrians or damage the vehicle 8 Return the jack wheel wrench and wheel blocks to the proper location in your ...

Страница 356: ...when the vehicle was new it can lose air after a time Check the inflation pressure regularly It should be 60 psi 420 kPa After installing the compact spare on the vehicle stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare tire is correctly inflated The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph 105 km h for distances up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and have t...

Страница 357: ...regularly See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 62 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 46 for information regarding proper tire inflation and loading your vehicle For instructions on how to remove install or store a spare tire see Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 72 After installing the spare tire on your vehicle you should stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare is correctly inflated Have t...

Страница 358: ... hazardous some more than others and they can all damage the vehicle too Do not use any of these products unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage the vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Fabric Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl leather plastic and painted surfaces with a clean damp cloth GM approved cleaning product...

Страница 359: ...er dry clean soft white cloth Using Cleaner on Fabric 1 First try the cleaner on an area of the fabric that is not easily seen to make sure the cleaner does not affect the color of the fabric 2 For liquids blot with a clean soft white cloth For solids remove as much as possible and then vacuum or brush 3 Spray a small amount of the cleaner onto a clean soft white cloth Do not apply spray directly ...

Страница 360: ...ce Things like tar asphalt and shoe polish will stain if they are not removed quickly Use a clean cloth and vinyl cleaner See your dealer for this product Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth Then let the leather dry naturally Do not use heat to dry For stubborn stains use a leather cleaner Never use oils varnishes solvent based...

Страница 361: ...h the glass and or cause damage to the rear window defogger and the integrated radio antenna When cleaning the glass on your vehicle use only a soft cloth and glass cleaner Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry CAUTION Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it may severely weaken them In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild so...

Страница 362: ...ton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle on page 5 90 Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary...

Страница 363: ...ever you may use chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim if necessary Use special care with aluminum trim To avoid damaging protective trim never use auto or chrome polish steam or caustic soap to clean aluminum A coating of wax rubbed to high polish is recommended for all bright metal parts Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield was...

Страница 364: ...sive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because the surface could be damaged Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Notice If you drive your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes you could damage the aluminum or chrome plated wheels The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Never drive a ve...

Страница 365: ...ody 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 GM dea...

Страница 366: ... 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 marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination Description Usage Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects in one easy step no wiping necessary Wa...

Страница 367: ...he driver s side You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts 5 95 ...

Страница 368: ...icle 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 vehicle see Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 57 Headlamps The ...

Страница 369: ...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 370: ...er counterclockwise The fuse extractor is provided in the cover To reinstall the fuse panel cover push in and turn the fastener clockwise Fuse Usage 1 Not Used 2 Cigarette Lighter Data Link Connector 3 Cruise Control Module and Switch Body Control Module Heated Seats 4 Gauges Body Control Module Instrument Panel Cluster 5 Parking Lamps Power Window Switch Body Control Module 5 98 ...

Страница 371: ...per 18 Steering Wheel Radio Controls 19 Radio Battery 20 Amplifier 21 Heating Ventilation Air Cooling Manual Heating Ventilation Air Cooling Automatic Heating Ventilation Air Cooling Sensors Automatic 22 Anti Lock Brakes Fuse Usage 23 Rear Wiper 24 Radio Ignition Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located under the hood on the driver s side of the vehicle See Engine...

Страница 372: ...VAC Heating Ventilation Air Cooling System HAZRD LP Hazard Lamps TRL RTRN Trailer Right Turn RT TRN Right Turn Signal Rear TRLCHMSL Trailer Center High Mount Stop Light VECHMSL Vehicle Center High Mounted Stop Lamp TRL B U Trailer Back Up Lamps ECM I Engine Control Module Injectors LDLEV Not Used VEH B U Vehicle Back Up Lamps ENG I Engine Sensors Solenoids MAF CAM PURGE VENT OXY SNSR Oxygen Sensor...

Страница 373: ...dy Computer RT TURN Right Turn Signal Front CRNK Clutch Switch NSBU Switch LT TURN Left Turn Signal Front FT PRK Front Parking Lamps IGN C Starter Solenoid Fuel Pump PRNDL STOP LAMP Stop Lamps HORN Horn HTD SEAT Heated Seat RR W W Rear Window Wiper Relays Usage STRTR Starter REAR DEFOG Rear Defogger FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump HEADLAMP PWR Headlamp Power DRL Daytime Running Lamps LG Liftglass A C Air Cond...

Страница 374: ...ic Transmission Manual Transmission 13 8 quarts 14 1 quarts 13 1 L 13 3 L Differential Fluid Front Rear 2 6 pints 4 0 pints 1 2 L 1 9 L Engine Oil with Filter 4 5 quarts 4 3 L Fuel Tank 2 Door Models 4 Door Models 19 0 gallons 18 0 gallons 72 0 L 68 0 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 ft lb 140 Y All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual...

Страница 375: ...h Fuel Fill 6 25 At Least Once a Month 6 25 At Least Twice a Year 6 26 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 376: ...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 377: ...u have any doubt have a qualified technician do the work If you want to purchase 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 ...

Страница 378: ...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 379: ...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 50 000 km Fuel Filter...

Страница 380: ...75 000 km Engine Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transmission Service normal conditions Automatic Transfer Case Only Transfer Case Fluid Change 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 oc...

Страница 381: ...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 every 3 months...

Страница 382: ...hange engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 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 An Emission Control Service See footnote Lubricate chassis components or every 3 mon...

Страница 383: ...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 384: ...t trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service 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 64 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 occu...

Страница 385: ...rn and additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 18 for more information An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote Check rear front axle fluid...

Страница 386: ... 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 54 000 Miles 90 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis compone...

Страница 387: ... service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 64 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 occu...

Страница 388: ...Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service 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 An Emission Control Service See footnote Lubricate chassis components or every 3 mo...

Страница 389: ...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 390: ...ns change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 64 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 391: ...ansfer case fluid Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation 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 25 for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Servic...

Страница 392: ...ontrol 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 64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Change engine oil and ...

Страница 393: ...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 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 informatio...

Страница 394: ... An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 18 for more information An Emission Control Service 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 fl...

Страница 395: ...hassis components or every 12 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 An Emission Control Service See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check con...

Страница 396: ...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 An Emission Control Service 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 vehi...

Страница 397: ...ine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 18 for more information An Emission Control Service 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 more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside...

Страница 398: ...ission 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 fluid and filter Manual transmission fluid does not require change Automatic Transfer Case Only Change transfer case fluid Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve An Emission Control Service 150 000 Mile...

Страница 399: ...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 25 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 37 f...

Страница 400: ...t 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 72 Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth During very cold damp weather more frequent application may ...

Страница 401: ...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 brake and the regular brake See Parking Brake on page 2 36 if necessary Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts 3 On automatic transmission vehicles try to start the engine in...

Страница 402: ...ve 3 With the engine off turn the ignition to RUN 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 to turn the ignition to LOCK in each shift lever position With an automatic tra...

Страница 403: ...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 form 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 404: ...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 405: ...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 condition Also inspect drum brake lini...

Страница 406: ...ch System Hydraulic Clutch Fluid GM Part No U S 12345347 in Canada 10953517 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Usage Fluid Lubricant Parking Brake Cable Guides Chassis Lubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No U S 89021184 in Canada 89021186 Manual Transmission Synchrom...

Страница 407: ...y LB or GC LB Clutch Pushrod to Clutch Fork Joint Chassis Lubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements 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...

Страница 408: ...ACDelco Part Number Air Cleaner Filter 25098463 A1163C Automatic Transmission Filter Kit 24200796 Fuel Filter 15050894 GF481 Oil Filter 25010792 PF47 PCV Valve 4300 Engine 6487532 CV769C Spark Plugs 25162556 41 932 Windshield Wiper Assembly Hook Type Driver s Side 20 inches 51 cm Passenger s Side 20 inches 51 cm Rear 14 inches 35 cm 15757007 15757008 15010221 6 34 ...

Страница 409: ...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 35 ...

Страница 410: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6 36 ...

Страница 411: ...gram 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 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 Assistance and ...

Страница 412: ...ustomer Communication Centre 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 VIN This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left of t...

Страница 413: ...A 22203 1838 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 Specific vehicle informati...

Страница 414: ... customers to call the toll free number for assistance If a U S customer wishes to write to Chevrolet the letter should be addressed to 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 ...

Страница 415: ...ma 2740 Col Lomas de Bezares C P 11910 Mexico D F 01 800 508 0000 Long Distance 011 52 53 29 0 800 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward eligible aftermarket driver s or passenger s adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle such as hand controls and wheelchair scooter lifts The offer is available for a limite...

Страница 416: ...ow Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle disabling accident Assistance provided 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 occurrences which require a...

Страница 417: ... 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 wh...

Страница 418: ...ould you arrange transportation through a friend or relative reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses of up to a 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 that you obtain if your vehicle is kept...

Страница 419: ...n Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 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 ant...

Страница 420: ...access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data 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...

Страница 421: ...nter at 1 800 222 1020 or write Chevrolet Motor Division 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 Ma...

Страница 422: ...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 423: ... System Warning Light 3 29 Appearance Care 5 86 Aluminum Wheels 5 92 Care of Safety Belts 5 89 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 93 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 90 Appearance Care cont Fabric Carpet 5 86 Finish Care 5 90 Finish Damage 5 93 Glass Surfaces 5 89 Instrument Panel 5 88 Interior Plastic Components 5 88 Leather 5 88 Sheet Metal Damage 5 93 Tires 5 92 Underbody Maintenance 5 93 Vehicle Care A...

Страница 424: ...alogen Bulbs 5 49 Headlamps 5 49 One Piece Front Turn Signal Lamps 5 51 Bulb Replacement cont Replacement Bulbs 5 53 Taillamps 5 53 Two Piece Front Turn Signal Lamps 5 52 Buying New Tires 5 66 C California Fuel 5 6 Canadian Owners ii Capacities and Specifications 5 102 Carbon Monoxide 2 12 2 40 4 40 4 59 Care of Safety Belts 5 89 Your Cassette Tape Player 3 75 Your CD Player 3 76 Your CDs 3 76 Car...

Страница 425: ...mponents 5 88 Leather 5 88 Tires 5 92 Underbody Maintenance 5 93 Cleaning cont Vinyl 5 88 Washing Your Vehicle 5 90 Weatherstrips 5 89 Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades 5 91 Wood Panels 5 89 Climate Control System 3 19 Outlet Adjustment 3 21 Clutch Hydraulic 5 24 Comfort Guides Rear Safety Belt 1 27 Content Theft Deterrent 2 17 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Convenience Net 2 55 Convenience System R...

Страница 426: ...ensive 4 3 Drunken 4 4 Environment 4 2 Freeway 4 35 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 38 In Rain and on Wet Roads 4 32 Driving cont Recovery Hooks 4 45 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 4 44 Winter 4 40 E Electrical System Add On Equipment 5 96 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 5 99 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 97 Headlamps 5 96 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 5 98 Power Windows and Other Power Options 5 97 Wind...

Страница 427: ... 47 Front Axle 5 48 Front Reading Lamps 3 17 Front Storage Area 2 52 Fuel 5 5 Additives 5 6 California Fuel 5 6 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 5 10 Filling Your Tank 5 8 Fuels in Foreign Countries 5 7 Gage 3 36 Gasoline Octane 5 5 Gasoline Specifications 5 5 Low Warning Light 3 36 System Inspection 6 30 Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block 5 99 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 97 Instrument Panel Fu...

Страница 428: ...ight 3 34 Highway Hypnosis 4 37 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 38 HomeLink Transmitter 2 44 HomeLink Transmitter Programming 2 46 Hood Checking Things Under 5 10 Release 5 11 Horn 3 6 How to Use This Manual ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 13 Hydraulic Clutch 5 24 I Ignition Positions 2 20 Infants and Young Children Restraints 1 32 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 62 Inspection Brake System 6 31 Engine ...

Страница 429: ...Warning 3 28 Light cont Charging System 3 26 Check Gages Warning 3 35 Gate Ajar 3 35 Highbeam On 3 34 Low Fuel Warning 3 36 Malfunction Indicator 3 30 Safety Belt Reminder 3 24 Security 3 33 Service Four Wheel Drive Warning Light 3 34 Tow Haul Mode 3 34 Up Shift 3 27 Lighting Entry 3 17 Exit 3 17 Lockout Protection 2 11 Locks Door 2 8 Lockout Protection 2 11 Power Door 2 9 Programmable Automatic D...

Страница 430: ... 6 32 Part E Maintenance Record 6 35 Selecting the Right Schedule 6 5 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 6 6 Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection 6 30 Throttle System Inspection 6 31 Maintenance Schedule cont Transfer Case and Front Axle Four Wheel Drive Inspection 6 31 Using Your 6 4 Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 Malfunction Indicator Light 3 30 Manual Seats...

Страница 431: ... 2 49 Owners Canadian ii P Park P Shifting Into 2 37 Shifting Out of 2 39 Parking Brake 2 36 Over Things That Burn 2 40 Parking Your Vehicle 2 39 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 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 35 Passing 4 12 Passlock 2 19 Power Door Locks 2 9 Elec...

Страница 432: ...rea 2 55 Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimming 2 42 Rearview Mirrors 2 42 Reclining Seatbacks 1 4 Recovery Hooks 4 45 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 51 Remote Keyless Entry System 2 5 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation 2 6 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 5 75 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 5 73 Replacement Bulbs 5 53 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government 7 11 General M...

Страница 433: ...t Operation 1 6 Reclining Seatbacks 1 4 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 44 Rear Outside Seat Position 1 44 Right Front Seat Position 1 47 Security Light 3 33 Selecting the Right Schedule Maintenance 6 5 Service 5 3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 5 Doing Your Own Work 5 4 Engine Soon Light 3 30 Four Wheel Drive Warning Light 3 34 Publications Ordering I...

Страница 434: ... Radio 3 74 Theft Deterrent Systems 2 17 Content Theft Deterrent 2 17 Passlock 2 19 Throttle System Inspection 6 31 Tilt Wheel 3 6 Tires 5 56 Aluminum Wheels Cleaning 5 92 Buying New Tires 5 66 Chains 5 70 Changing a Flat Tire 5 72 Cleaning 5 92 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 71 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 62 Inspection and Rotation 5 64 Installing the Spare Tire 5 75 Removing the Flat Tire 5 75 Removing the...

Страница 435: ...24 Transmission Operation Manual 2 28 Trip Odometer 3 24 Turn and Lane Change Signals 3 7 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 3 6 U Understanding Radio Reception 3 75 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 67 Up Shift Light 3 27 V Vehicle Control 4 6 Damage Warnings iv Design 4 2 Parking Your 2 39 Symbols iv Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 9 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 95 Service Pa...

Страница 436: ...ire Balance 5 68 Replacement 5 69 Where to Put the Restraint 1 38 Windows 2 15 Power 2 16 Swing Out Windows 2 17 Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 91 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 37 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 54 Fuses 5 97 Windshield Wipers 3 9 Winter Driving 4 40 Y Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 14 ...

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