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Service 4WD

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Loading Your Vehicle

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Locks

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Power Door

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Rear Door Security

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aintenance Record

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Outside

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Power Folding

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Model Reference

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Mountain Roads

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Neutral

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Night Vision

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dometer

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Содержание 1999 Envoy

Страница 1: ...rent conditions 5 1 Problems on the Road This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving such as a flat tire or overheated engine etc 6 1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good 7 1 Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use 8 1 C...

Страница 2: ...henever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it We support voluntary technician certification For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propriétaires canadiens Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de ce gui...

Страница 3: ...controls for your vehicle In this manual you ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly Index A good place to look for what you need is the Index in back of the manual It s an alphabetical list of what s in the manual and the page number where you ll find it Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAU...

Страница 4: ... that could damage your vehicle In the notice area we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels ...

Страница 5: ...symbols have to do with your lamps MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH TURN SIGNALS PARKING LAMPS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER WINDSHIELD WASHER WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER VENTILATING FAN These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights ENGINE COOLANT TEMP BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM BRAKE COOLANT ENGINE OIL ...

Страница 6: ...yellowblue vi NOTES ...

Страница 7: ... Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 12 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 12 Driver Position 1 19 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 20 Right Front Passenger Position 1 20 Air Bag System 1 28 Rear Seat Passengers 1 31 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 1 34 Center Rear Passenger Position 1 35 Children 1 38 Child Restraints 1 49 Larger Chi...

Страница 8: ...ing the whole button toward the front of the vehicle Raise the rear of the seat by raising the rear edge of the button Lower the rear of the seat by lowering the rear edge of the button Move the seat rearward by moving the whole button toward the rear of the vehicle Moving the whole button up or down raises or lowers the whole seat Vertical Control Move the reclining front seatback rearward by mov...

Страница 9: ... seat control on the driver s seat looks like this It is located on the left side of the driver s seat You can use this memory function to save your seat cushion and seatback settings by using the following procedure 1 Adjust the driver s seat to a safe and comfortable driving position 2 Press the SET button and then one of the two numbered memory buttons You will hear a chime for each button push...

Страница 10: ...t adjuster switches the SET button or pressing the desired memory button twice will cause the seat to stop moving If you push the numbered button to adjust the seat and start the vehicle while the seat is still adjusting adjustment will pause while the ignition is in START Adjustment will resume after the ignition is in RUN Heated Front Seats This control is located on the side of the seat This fe...

Страница 11: ...l be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safet...

Страница 12: ...hes have locked in the upright position If they haven t have them fixed immediately To return the head restraints to the upright position reach behind the seats and pull the head restraint up until it locks into position Push and pull on the head restraints to check that they have locked in the upright position If they haven t have them fixed immediately The rear seat head restraints are adjustabl...

Страница 13: ...hings inside the vehicle 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 seriousl...

Страница 14: ...few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts ...

Страница 15: ...yellowblue 1 9 Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop ...

Страница 16: ...yellowblue 1 10 The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel ...

Страница 17: ...y belt even if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags why should I have to wear safety belts A Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of the...

Страница 18: ...ries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see the part of this manual called Children...

Страница 19: ...shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckl...

Страница 20: ...to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or crash or if you pull ...

Страница 21: ...r belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body ...

Страница 22: ...TION You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you ...

Страница 23: ...ou can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen ...

Страница 24: ... is twisted across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it ...

Страница 25: ...door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy ...

Страница 26: ...he same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Air Bag System This part explains the air bag system Your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags one air bag for the driver and another air bag f...

Страница 27: ... t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear side or low speed frontal crashes And for unrestrained occupants Next Generation air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful air bags have provided in the past Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there s an air bag for that person CAUTION Air bags inflate with great force faster tha...

Страница 28: ...stem is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this manual called Children and see the caution labels on the sunvisors and the right front passenger s safety belt There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the air bag symbol Th...

Страница 29: ...blue 1 23 How the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side ...

Страница 30: ...e threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers side impacts or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant In any particular crash no one can say wh...

Страница 31: ...egarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions What will you see after an air bag inflates After an air bag inflates it quickly deflates so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated Some components of the air bag module the steering wheel hub for the driver s air bag or the instrument panel ...

Страница 32: ...u damage the covering for the driver s or the right front passenger s air bag the bag may not work properly You may have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger s air bag Do not open or break the air bag coverings If your vehicle ever gets into a lot of water such as water up to the carpeting or higher or...

Страница 33: ...ified to do so The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Q If I add a push bumper or a bicycle rack to the front of my vehicle will it keep the air bags from working properly A As long as the push bumper or bicycle rack is attached to your vehicle so that the vehicle s basic structure isn t changed it s not likely to keep the air bags fr...

Страница 34: ...the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this ...

Страница 35: ...l lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part ...

Страница 36: ...e serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash The safety belt also locks if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would ...

Страница 37: ...lder belt the comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts Here s how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Pull the elastic cord out f...

Страница 38: ...t The elastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top ...

Страница 39: ...lder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides Pull the guide upward to expose its storage clip and then slide the guide onto the clip Rotate the guide and clip inward and in between the seatback and the interior body leaving only the loop of elastic cord exposed ...

Страница 40: ...position you have a lap safety belt which has a retractor 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure 3 Feed the lap belt into the retractor to tighten it ...

Страница 41: ...use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Smaller Children and Babies CAUTION Children who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed This is true even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags Air bags...

Страница 42: ...hild small enough for one is always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint Infants need complete support including support for the head and neck This is necessary because an infant s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a frontal crash an infant in a rear facing restraint settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across ...

Страница 43: ...il a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold Secure the baby in an infant restraint ...

Страница 44: ...es When selecting a child restraint take into consideration not only the child s weight and size but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used An infant car bed A is a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle It s an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface With an infant car bed make...

Страница 45: ...restraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs 9 kg and about one year of age This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant s head neck and body can have the support they need in a frontal crash Some infant seats come in two parts the base stays secured in the vehicle and the seat part is removable ...

Страница 46: ...These forward facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs 9 to 18 kg and about 26 to 40 inches 66 to 102 cm in height or up to around four years of age One type a convertible restraint is designed to be used either as a rear facing infant seat or a forward facing child seat ...

Страница 47: ...to 27 kg or even up to 36 kg and about four to eight years of age A booster seat is designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Booster seats with shields use lap only belts however booster seats without shields use lap shoulder belts Booster seats can also help a child to see out the window ...

Страница 48: ...at We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in a rear seat outside position Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat Here s why CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s air bag inflates even though your vehicle has Next Generation frontal air bags This is because t...

Страница 49: ...a top strap it should be anchored Anchor brackets for the rear outside seat positions are located on the floor in the cargo area Don t use the front set of tie down brackets Anchor the top strap to the rearmost bracket on the same side of the vehicle as the child restraint Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself ...

Страница 50: ... restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is p...

Страница 51: ... feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure ...

Страница 52: ...freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Center Seat Position Don t use child restraints in this position The restraints won t work properly Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat Here s why ...

Страница 53: ...shoulder belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Seats in the...

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

Страница 55: ...ns to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Larger Children Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle s safety belts If you have the choice a child should sit next to a window so the child ca...

Страница 56: ... must be used by only one person at a time Q What if a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child ...

Страница 57: ...e belt in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash ...

Страница 58: ...o fit To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed...

Страница 59: ... 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 cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt wasn t being used at the...

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Страница 61: ...arting Your Engine 2 17 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 18 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 21 Tow Haul Selector Switch 2 21 Four Wheel Drive 2 25 Parking Brake 2 26 Shifting Into PARK P 2 28 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 29 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 30 Engine Exhaust 2 30 Running Your Engine While You re Parked 2 31 Locking Rear Axle 2 31 Windows 2 33 Tilt Wheel 2 33 Turn Signal Multifunct...

Страница 62: ...n a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with children ...

Страница 63: ...r or a qualified 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 Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent theft But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside You may even ...

Страница 64: ...of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked Wear safety belts properly lock your doors and you will be far better off whenever you drive your vehicle There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle You can use the keyless entry system You can use your key to unlock your door from the outside You can use your power door lock switch to unlock your doors from the inside To lock your d...

Страница 65: ...ck With this feature you can lock the rear doors so they can t be opened from the inside by passengers Move the lever up to lock the doors and down to release the door locks Lockout Prevention To protect you from locking your key in the vehicle this feature stops the power door locks from locking when the key is in the ignition and a door is open If the power lock switch is pressed when a door is ...

Страница 66: ...ons 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment This system has a range of about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m At times you may notice a decreas...

Страница 67: ...nd taillamps will flash for up to 30 seconds This can be turned off by pressing the horn button again waiting for 30 seconds or starting the vehicle Matching Transmitter s To Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring an...

Страница 68: ...nd snap them together 4 Resynchronize the transmitter 5 Check the operation of the transmitter Resynchronization Resynchronization may be necessary due to the security method used by this system The transmitter does not send the same signal twice to the receiver The receiver will not respond to a signal it has been sent previously This prevents anyone from recording and playing back the signal fro...

Страница 69: ...the setting on any airflow selection except RECIRCULATION That will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index D If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index Liftgate Release To release the liftgate or liftglass you may use your power door locks or the keyless entry system described earlier The liftglass c...

Страница 70: ...l the glass latch pops open 4 Reattach the carpet securely Remote Liftglass Release This button on the passenger s side of the steering column allows you to release the liftglass from inside the vehicle Your shift lever must be in PARK P or NEUTRAL N for the release to work Theft Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features ...

Страница 71: ... ignition key What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle D Put your valuables in a storage area like your glove box D Lock all the doors except the driver s Content Theft Deterrent Your vehicle is equipped with a Content Theft Deterrent alarm system With this system the SECURITY light will flash as you open the door if your ignition is off This light reminds you to activate the t...

Страница 72: ... 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 entry transmitter 3 Get out of the vehicle close the door and wait for the SECURITY light to go out 4 Then reach in through the window unlock the ...

Страница 73: ...u may also want to check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index See your dealer for service In an emergency call the GMC Roadside Assistance Center at 1 800 GMC 8782 in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your vehicle doesn t need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines D Keep your speed at 55 mph 88 km h or l...

Страница 74: ...indows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in the vehicle with children Use the key to turn the ignition switch to five different positions ACCESSORY A This position lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off Push in the key and turn it toward you Your steering wheel will remain locked just as it was before you inserted the ...

Страница 75: ... E This position starts your engine NOTICE If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can t turn it be sure you are using the correct key if so is it all the way in If it is then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard But turn the key only with your hand Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch If none of this works then your vehicle needs servic...

Страница 76: ...the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm NOTICE Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 If it doesn t start right away hold your key in START If it does...

Страница 77: ...get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord The cord is located on the driver s side of the engine compartment behind the underhood fuse block 3 Plug it into a normal ground...

Страница 78: ... There are several different positions for your shift lever PARK P This locks your rear wheels It s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can t move easily CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless y...

Страница 79: ...oving forward could damage your transmission Shift to REVERSE R only after your vehicle is stopped To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow ice or sand without damaging your transmission see Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow in the Index NEUTRAL N In this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only CAUTION Shifting out of ...

Страница 80: ...ower but lower fuel economy than THIRD 3 You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on You can also use SECOND 2 for starting your vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep...

Страница 81: ...ve Because 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 satisfaction out of four wheel drive you must be familiar with its operation Read the part that follows before using four wheel drive You should use two wheel drive 2HI for most normal driving conditions NOTICE Driving in the 4HI or 4LO positions for a long ti...

Страница 82: ...wheel on the instrument panel Use these switches to shift into and out of four wheel drive You can choose among four driving settings 2HI This setting is for driving in most street and highway situations Your front axle is not engaged in two wheel drive This setting also provides the best fuel economy ...

Страница 83: ...nsfer case to NEUTRAL only when towing your vehicle See Recreational Vehicle Towing or Towing Your Vehicle in the Index for more information CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P You or someone else could be seriously injured Be sure to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in NEUTRAL See Parking Brake in...

Страница 84: ... moving less than 3 mph 4 8 km h and the transmission is in NEUTRAL N 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 and the engine running The preferred method for shifting out of 4LO is to have your vehicle movi...

Страница 85: ...EUTRAL 1 Set the parking brake and apply the regular brake pedal 2 Start the vehicle with the transmission in PARK P 3 Press the button for the desired transfer case shift position 2HI 4HI AUTO 4WD or 4LO 4 Put the transmission in NEUTRAL N 5 Shift the transmission lever to the desired position After the transfer case has shifted out of NEUTRAL the red light will go out 6 A re engagement sound is ...

Страница 86: ...o keep the trailer from moving Shifting Into PARK P 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 If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that foll...

Страница 87: ...f the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and your parking brake is firmly set before...

Страница 88: ...re you release the parking brake If torque lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of PARK P CAUTION Before shifting out of PARK P you must fully apply your regular brakes Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running ...

Страница 89: ...er hold the brake pedal down but still can t 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 Over Things That Burn CAUTION Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle a...

Страница 90: ...is coming into your vehicle D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and D Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not to park with the engine running But if ever you have to here are some things to know CAUTION Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle see the earlier Ca...

Страница 91: ...cle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Locking Rear Axle Your locking rear axle can give you additional traction on snow mud ice sand or gravel It works like a standard axle most of the time but when one of the rear wheels has no traction and the other does this feature will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicl...

Страница 92: ...tch down for more than half a second 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 end of the switch Lockout Switch Your vehicle has a lockout feature to prevent passengers from operating power windows It is located on the driver s door Press LOCK to activate this feature Pres...

Страница 93: ...eering wheel and pull the lever toward you Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your D Turn and Lane Change Signals D Headlamp High Low Beam Changer D Flash to Pass D Windshield Wipers D Windshield Wash...

Страница 94: ...If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index and for burned out bulbs Turn Signal On Chime If your turn signal is left on for more than 3 4 of a mile 1 2 km a chime will sound at each flash of the turn signal To turn off the chime move the turn signal lever to the off ...

Страница 95: ...o The wipers will stop after one wipe If you want more wipes hold the band on MIST longer You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes This can be very useful in light rain or snow Turn the band to choose the delay time The closer to LO the shorter the delay For steady wiping at low speed turn the band away from you to the LO position For high speed wiping turn the band furt...

Страница 96: ...king your vision Rear Window Washer Wiper This switch is located on the instrument panel To turn the rear wiper on slide the switch to either LO or HI For delayed wiping slide the switch to LO For steady wiping slide the switch to HI To turn the wiper off slide the switch to OFF To wash the window press the wash button located on the switch The switch must be in either LO or HI The rear window was...

Страница 97: ...drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic D Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Don t use cruise control on slippery roads Setting Cruise Control CAUTION If you leave your cruise control switch on when you re not using cru...

Страница 98: ...ou apply the brake This of course disengages the cruise control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can move the cruise control switch from ON to R A for about a half a second You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there If you hold the switch at R A longer than half a second the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switc...

Страница 99: ... second Each time you do this you ll go 1 mph 1 6 km h slower 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 ...

Страница 100: ...m When it is dark enough outside your automatic headlamp system will turn on your headlamps at the normal brightness along with other lamps such as the taillamps sidemarker parking lamps and the instrument panel lights The radio lights will also be dim Your vehicle is equipped with High Intensity Discharge HID headlamps Your headlamps come on at lower intensity and gradually increase to full brigh...

Страница 101: ...matic mode the headlamps turn off once the ignition key is in OFF Daytime Running Lamps If Equipped Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset The DRL system will make your high beam headlamps come ...

Страница 102: ...n Interior Lamps Brightness Control Turn the thumbwheel next to the headlamp switch up to make your instrument panel lights brighter Turn the switch all the way up to turn on the interior lamps Illuminated Entry Your vehicle is equipped with an illuminated entry feature When the doors are opened the dome lamps will come on if the DOME OVERRIDE button is in the out position When all the doors are c...

Страница 103: ...ow the parking headlamp knob to set the dome lamps to come on automatically when the doors are opened or to remain off To turn the lamps off press the button once into the in position With the button in this position the dome lamps will remain off when the doors are open To return the lamps to automatic operation press the button again and return it to the out position With the button in this posi...

Страница 104: ... may take a few seconds The mirror will return to its clear daytime state when the glare is reduced The mirror will also return to its clear daytime state when the vehicle is put into REVERSE R Press the AUTO button at the base of the mirror to turn on the automatic feature The button has an indicator light to show it is on Press the OFF button to turn the automatic feature off Time Delay The auto...

Страница 105: ...other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right or left lane you could hit a vehicle Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Heated Outside Rearview Mirror When you operate the rear window defogger a defogger also warms the heated driver s and passenger s outside rearview mirrors to help clear them of ice snow and cond...

Страница 106: ...aphic on it The switch will stay in whichever position it is placed If at any time your mirrors become disengaged fold the mirrors out manually and then use the switch to fold the mirrors in and out This will assure that the power fold unit in your mirrors is properly engaged Storage Compartments Glove Box To open your glove box lift the lever on the front of the glove box and lower the door The g...

Страница 107: ... can also be swiveled to point in the desired direction Driver Information System This system displays the outside air temperature compass direction and trip information in the overhead console US MET The US MET United States metric button allows you to switch the display between the English and metric system ...

Страница 108: ...r if C Calibration is displayed the compass will need to be calibrated You may also place the compass in a noncalibrated mode by pressing and holding the MODE and US MET buttons simultaneously while in the COMP TEMP mode After about 10 seconds the compass will display C and you can release the buttons Drive the vehicle in a complete 360_ circle three times at a speed of less than 5 mph 8 km h and ...

Страница 109: ...reset is displayed D INST ECON Instantaneous fuel economy for the last second of driving is displayed D RANGE The display indicates the estimated distance that can be travelled with the remaining fuel in the tank based on the fuel economy for the last few hours of driving D FUEL USED The fuel used since the last reset is displayed D AVG SPEED The average speed since the last reset is displayed To ...

Страница 110: ...s storage compartment Center Floor Console Your vehicle has a console between the two front bucket seats To open the console pull up on the console cover The console has two cupholders and a storage tray including a change holder for the front seat passenger and driver to use ...

Страница 111: ... please see the Index for that item Convenience Net You may have a convenience net in the rear of your vehicle to help keep small items like gloves and light clothing in place during sharp turns or quick stops and starts The net is 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 either side of the liftgate op...

Страница 112: ...ide of the vehicle to secure it CAUTION An improperly stored cargo cover could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver You or others could be injured If you remove the cover always store it outside of the vehicle When you put it back always be sure that it is securely reattached Cargo Tie Downs There are four cargo tie downs in the rear that allow you to strap cargo in an...

Страница 113: ...cure loads to the luggage carrier Use GM accessory racks that are compatible with your luggage carrier for transporting sports equipment These are available through your GM dealer You can adjust the crossrails to handle loads of various sizes Just loosen the slider knobs at each end of the crossrail and move them to where you want them Make sure both sides of the crossrails are even then tighten t...

Страница 114: ...when loading your vehicle For more information on vehicle capacity and loading see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you re driving check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and cargo are still securely fastened Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter The ashtray is located in the center floor console in front of the shift lever Flip the cover to expose the a...

Страница 115: ...visors may have an extension that can be pulled out for additional glare protection and a strap for holding small items such as maps Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror Pull the sun visor down and lift the mirror cover to turn on the lamps Accessory Inflator Your vehicle is equipped with an air inflator system With it you can inflate things like air mattresses and basketballs and you can also use it t...

Страница 116: ...em does not turn on the fuse may be blown or installed incorrectly See Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index or see your dealer for service Your air inflator will automatically shut off after about 10 minutes To reset press the ON switch again Don t run your air inflator for longer than 30 minutes at one time If you do you may damage the system After 30 minutes wait at least 10 minutes before re...

Страница 117: ...t when not in use Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain your battery Cellular Telephone Option Your vehicle has been prewired for dealer installation of a dual mode analog digital cellular telephone A fixed mobile or a portable hand held system is available Voice activation and hands free operation are standard features For more information contact your GMC dealer A user ...

Страница 118: ... the Index Press and release the rear side of the button in the mini console to open the sunroof You can press the forward side of the button to close the sunroof Once the sunroof is closed press the forward side of the button to open the sunroof to the vent position The sunroof is also equipped with a sunshade which you can pull forward to block sun rays Universal Transmitter Mini Console ...

Страница 119: ...d reverse feature This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door you are programming Your vehicle s engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter Follow these steps to program up to three channels 1 If you have previously programmed a transmitter channel proceed to Step 2 Otherwise hold down t...

Страница 120: ...uring programming the hand held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting after one or two seconds In this case you should press and re press the button on the hand held transmitter every two seconds without ever releasing the button on the universal transmitter Release both buttons when the indicator light on the universal transmitter begins to flash rapidly Operating the Transmitter Press ...

Страница 121: ... seconds to start Step 3 3 Return to the universal transmitter in your vehicle and firmly press and release the universal transmitter button you have already programmed for two to three seconds Press and release the button again you may need to do this step up to three times to make sure that the universal transmitter has been trained to the garage door opener motor head unit Check that the traini...

Страница 122: ...yellowblue 2 62 Instrument Panel ...

Страница 123: ...e D Glove Box E Audio System F Rear Window Defogger G CD Changer H Ashtray I Comfort Controls J Accessory Power Outlets and Lighter K Rear Liftglass Release L Rear Window Washer Wiper M Audio Steering Wheel Controls N Brake Release O Hood Release P Fog Lamps Q Lamp Controls ...

Страница 124: ...ment cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you ve used and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically U S cluster shown Canada similar ...

Страница 125: ...e trip odometer press the button near the readout To reset the trip odometer hold the button until it resets Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm The tachometer has three areas normal operating range red warning range and red danger range The normal operating range shows your engine speed during normal driving conditions For example when the needle poin...

Страница 126: ...can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem check the section that tells you what to do about it Please follow this manual s advic...

Страница 127: ...g system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds 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 Charging System Indicator Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition but the engine is not r...

Страница 128: ...w 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 Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come ...

Страница 129: ... is still on after you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds That s normal If the light stays on or comes on when you re driving your vehicle needs service If the regular brake system warning light isn ...

Страница 130: ...mp Service Engine Soon Light United States Canada Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment The SERVICE ENGINE SOON light c...

Страница 131: ...mission Inspection Maintenance test This light should come on as a check to show you it is working when the ignition is on and the engine is not running If the light doesn t come on have it repaired This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways D Light Flashing A misfire condition has been detected A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control sys...

Страница 132: ...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 changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel see Fuel in the Index Poor fuel quality will...

Страница 133: ...ve the low pressure zone 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 CAUTION Don t keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced NOTIC...

Страница 134: ...a reminder to activate the theft deterrent system See Content Theft Deterrent in the Index for more information Service Four Wheel Drive Warning Light Your vehicle is equipped with the Automatic Four Wheel Drive Transfer Case It has a computer which controls the four wheel drive system This light should come on briefly when you turn on the ignition as a check to show you it is working The SERVICE ...

Страница 135: ...on and stays on while you 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 liftgate or liftglass is ajar Try closing the liftgate or liftglass again Never drive with the liftgate or liftglass even partially open Fuel Gage When the ignition is on the fuel gage tells you about how much fuel yo...

Страница 136: ...example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank D The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up D The gage doesn t go back to E Empty when you turn off the ignition Low Fuel Light This light comes on briefly when you start your engine This light comes on when the fuel tank is low on fu...

Страница 137: ... 3 5 Defogging and Defrosting 3 6 Rear Window Defogger 3 7 Ventilation System 3 8 Audio Systems 3 8 Setting the Clock 3 8 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player 3 12 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player If Equipped 3 16 Rear Seat Audio RSA 3 18 Console Mounted CD Changer 3 21 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 23 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 24 Understanding Radio Reception 3 24 Tips About Your Audio S...

Страница 138: ...ired air temperature in your vehicle This knob will allow you to adjust the interior air temperature independently of the function knob setting Turn the knob clockwise toward 82 for warmer air Turn the knob counterclockwise toward 66 for cooler air Full Hot If you turn the temperature knob past 82_F 28_C the system will go into the full hot mode The system will remain at that maximum heating setti...

Страница 139: ...en the system senses the need for heat the airflow will be directed out the floor outlets As the interior temperature approaches the desired setting the blower speed will decrease To maintain interior comfort the airflow will adjust between the instrument panel air outlets and floor outlets On bright sunny days in cool weather the airflow may come out of the air conditioning and floor outlets bi l...

Страница 140: ...conditioning compressor may run to dehumidify the air to prevent window fogging OUTSIDE AIR Press this button to force the system to use outside air Press it again to close off the outside air Pressing the OUTSIDE AIR button will cancel the RECIRCULATION button RECIRCULATION Press this button to limit the amount of fresh air entering your vehicle This is helpful when you are trying to limit odors ...

Страница 141: ...designed to cycle the compressor on and off to keep the desired temperature Heating The heater works best if you keep your windows closed while using it On cold days use HEATER with the temperature knob turned toward the red area BLEND is useful in cool weather when you have fog or ice on the windshield or side windows If you use the optional engine coolant heater before starting your engine your ...

Страница 142: ...ing the REAR button on your climate control system will also activate your heated outside mirrors This will help to keep ice snow and condensation from collecting on your mirror surfaces The rear window defogger will stay on for five to seven minutes then turn off If you need additional warming time turn it on again You can turn the defogger off at any time by pressing the button Do not attach a t...

Страница 143: ... side by rotating the thumbwheel located in the center of the vent The vent can be tilted up and down also To control the amount of airflow through the outlets rotate the thumbwheel below the vent Ventilation Tips D Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reducing the chance of fogging the inside of yo...

Страница 144: ...th the ignition off press RECALL or HR MN and the time will be displayed for a few seconds There is an initial two second delay before the clock goes into the time set mode AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player Included with the AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player are six BoseR high performance speakers and a six channel Bose amplifier Please see your dealer for details Playing the Radio PWR V...

Страница 145: ...splay will show your selection TUNE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to choose radio stations Push the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it SEEK Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking SCAN Press and hold SEEK for two seconds until SCAN appears ...

Страница 146: ...obs back into their stored positions when you re not using them Adjusting the Speakers BAL Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position Turn the control clockwise to adjust sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise to adjust sound to the left speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Press lightly on this knob to release it from its store...

Страница 147: ...uce cassette tape noise The double D symbol will appear on the display while the player is in this mode Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation FWD 6 Press this button to rapidly forward the tape to the end of the cassette or until you press FWD again...

Страница 148: ...cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape player To activate the bypass feature use the following steps 1 Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press and hold the TAPE AUX button for five seconds The tape symbol on the display will flash for two seconds indicating the feature is active 4 Insert the adapter It will power up the radio and begin play...

Страница 149: ...volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive If you don t want to use SCV turn the control all the way down Each notch on the control ring allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display will show your selection TUNE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to choose radio stat...

Страница 150: ...t preset station Setting the Tone BASS Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position Turn the knob clockwise to increase bass and counterclockwise to decrease bass TREB Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position Turn the knob clockwise to increase treble and counterclockwise to decrease treble If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the tre...

Страница 151: ...is button to play the tracks on the disc in random order While in the RDM mode RANDOM appears on the display Press RDM again to return to normal play NEXT 3 Press NEXT or the SEEK right arrow to search for the next selection If you hold this button or press it more than once the disc will advance further The next track number will appear on the display Sound is muted in this mode REV 4 Press and h...

Страница 152: ...ay If the radio is turned off the disc stays in the player and will resume playing at the point where it stopped EJECT Press this button to eject the disc from the player and play the radio When the same or a new disc is inserted the disc will start playing on track one If a compact disc is left sitting in the opening for more than a few seconds the player will pull the CD back in The radio will c...

Страница 153: ... you re not using it The left VOL knob controls the left headphone and the right VOL knob controls the right headphone AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 If the front passengers are already listening to AM FM the RSA controller will not switch between the bands and cannot change the frequency SEEK While listening to AM FM press the right arrow to tune to the next higher stati...

Страница 154: ... switch between the tape or CD and console mounted CD changer if both are loaded Press AM FM to return 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 Console Mounted CD Changer With the compact disc changer you can play up to six discs continuously Normal size discs may be played using the slots supplied in the ma...

Страница 155: ... to the previous track if the current selection has been playing for less than eight seconds If the PREV button is pressed and the current selection has been playing for more than eight seconds it will go to the beginning of the current selection If you hold or press this button more than once the player will continue moving back through the disc The sound will mute while seeking PROG 2 Press this...

Страница 156: ...Press this button to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order RANDOM will appear on the display Press RDM again to turn off random play NEXT 3 Press this button or the SEEK right arrow to go to the next track If you hold the button or press it more than once the player will continue moving forward through the disc The sound will mute while seeking REV 4 Press and hold this button to ...

Страница 157: ...your radio It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever battery power is removed The THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used or ignored If ignored the system plays normally and the radio is not protected by the feature If THEFTLOCK is activated your radio will not operate if stolen When THEFTLOCK is activated the radio will display LOC to indicate a locked condition ...

Страница 158: ...ow SEC to let you know that your radio is secure The LED indicator by the volume control will begin flashing when the ignition is turned off Unlocking the Theft Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition on LOC will appear on the display 2 Press MN and 000 will appear on the display 3 Press MN again to make...

Страница 159: ...o is no longer secured If the code entered is incorrect SEC will appear on the display The radio will remain secured until the correct code is entered When battery power is removed and later applied to a secured radio the radio won t turn on and LOC will appear on the display To unlock a secured radio see Unlocking the Theft Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss earlier in this section Audio Steeri...

Страница 160: ...e however can cause stations to interfere with each other AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing the sound to come and go Tips About Your A...

Страница 161: ... mechanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they aren t they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use Your radio may display CLN to indicate that you have used your tape player for 50 hours without resetting the tape clean timer I...

Страница 162: ...recommended cleaning time When the cleaning cassette has been ejected the cut tape detection feature is active again You may also choose a non scrubbing action wet type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head This type of cleaning cassette will not eject on its own A non scrubbing action cleaner may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner The use of a ...

Страница 163: ...cs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of Your Compact Disc Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged If the mast should ever become slightly bent yo...

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Страница 165: ...ol of a Vehicle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Steering 4 11 Off Road Recovery 4 12 Passing 4 13 Loss of Control 4 14 Driving Guidelines 4 15 Off Road Driving with Your Four Wheel Drive Vehicle 4 27 Driving at Night 4 28 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 31 City Driving 4 32 Freeway Driving 4 33 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 34 Highway Hypnosis 4 34 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 36 Winter Driving 4 39 Recreationa...

Страница 166: ...ost preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone...

Страница 167: ...drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on t...

Страница 168: ...In some other countries it s even lower The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on 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 drivi...

Страница 169: ...lcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking CAUTION Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness ...

Страница 170: ... bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km h travels 66...

Страница 171: ...n t pump your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brakes ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a...

Страница 172: ...he wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel s...

Страница 173: ...h anti lock you can steer and brake at the same time In many emergencies steering can help you more than even the very best braking Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning you can steer but it will take much more effort Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver ...

Страница 174: ... your speed as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while your front wheels are straight ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For e...

Страница 175: ...le is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that yo...

Страница 176: ...ally indicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic D Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you re following a larger vehicle...

Страница 177: ...ittle to the right Loss of Control Let s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration don t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control...

Страница 178: ... on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remember Any anti lock brake system ABS helps avoid only the braking skid Driving Guidelines This multipurpose passenger vehicle is defined as a utility vehicle in Consumer Information Regulations issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA of the United States Department of Transportation Utility ...

Страница 179: ... before you go out For example be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done Check to make sure all underbody shields if so equipped are properly attached Be sure you read all the information about your four wheel drive vehicle in this manual Is there enough fuel Is the spare tire fully inflated Are the fluid levels up where they should be What are the local laws that apply to of...

Страница 180: ...nd Tires in the Index Environmental Concerns Off road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation However it also raises environmental concerns GM recognizes these concerns and urges every off roader to follow these basic rules for protecting the environment D Always use established trails roads and areas that have been specially set aside for public off road recreational driving obey ...

Страница 181: ...s what we mean Tune your senses to different kinds of signals Your eyes for example need to constantly sweep the terrain for unexpected obstacles Your ears need to listen for unusual tire or engine sounds With your arms hands feet and body you ll need to respond to vibrations and vehicle bounce Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off road driving One of the best ways to control your ...

Страница 182: ...e subjects later D Will you have to stop suddenly or change direction quickly When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain keep a firm grip on the steering wheel Ruts troughs or other surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hands if you re not prepared When you drive over bumps rocks or other obstacles your wheels can leave the ground If this happens even with one or two wheels you can t...

Страница 183: ...e there may be a smooth constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top On a large hill the incline may get steeper as you near the top but you may not see this because the crest of the hill is hidden by bushes grass or shrubs Here are some other things to consider as you approach a hill D Is there a constant incline or does the hill get sharp...

Страница 184: ...uld lose traction slide sideways and possibly roll over You could be seriously injured or killed When driving up hills always try to go straight up D Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill D Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills D Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffic know you re there...

Страница 185: ... than in the left or right direction Turning the wheel too far to the left or right will increase the possibility of a rollover Here are some things you must not do if you stall or are about to stall when going up a hill D Never attempt to prevent a stall by shifting into NEUTRAL N to rev up the engine and regain forward momentum This won t work Your vehicle will roll backwards very quickly and yo...

Страница 186: ...pery Hard packed dirt Gravel D Are there hidden surface obstacles Ruts Logs Boulders D What s at the bottom of the hill Is there a hidden creek bank 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 won t have to do all the work Descend slowly k...

Страница 187: ...riven straight up or down may be too steep to drive across When you go straight up or down a hill the length of the wheel base the distance from the front wheels to the rear wheels reduces the likelihood the vehicle will tumble end over end But when you drive across an incline the much more narrow track width the distance between the left and right wheels may not prevent the vehicle from tilting a...

Страница 188: ...g to slide sideways turn downhill This should help straighten out the vehicle and prevent the side slipping However a much better way to prevent this is to get out and walk the course so you know what the surface is like before you drive it Stalling on an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you re crossing an incline be sure you and your passengers get out on the uphill side even if the door there...

Страница 189: ...heel traction But it will depend upon how loosely packed the sand is On loosely packed sand as on beaches or sand dunes your tires will tend to sink into the sand This has an effect on steering accelerating and braking You may want to reduce the air pressure in your tires slightly when driving on sand This will improve traction Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction On these surfac...

Страница 190: ...ugh 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 s only shallow water it can still wash away the ground from under your tires and you could lose traction and roll the vehicle over Don t drive through rushing water See Drivi...

Страница 191: ...cially on higher speed roads Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead D In remote areas watch for animals D If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest Night Vision No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old Wh...

Страница 192: ...s contract repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and aren t even aware of i...

Страница 193: ...eyshowsigns of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work as well in ...

Страница 194: ...just isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water NOTICE If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can t avoid deep pud...

Страница 195: ... Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip D Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving D Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you st...

Страница 196: ... merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it s slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use y...

Страница 197: ...rvice have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They ll be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip D Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside D Wiper Blades Are they in good shape D Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids ...

Страница 198: ...ypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips D Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior D Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently D If you get sleepy pull off the road into a rest service or parking area and take a nap get some exercise or both For safety treat drowsiness on...

Страница 199: ...all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill D Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission and you can climb the hill better D Stay...

Страница 200: ...th 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 Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between you...

Страница 201: ... Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have an anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock in the Index D Allow greater following distance on any slippery road D Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that s covered with ice On a...

Страница 202: ...o to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe D Turn on your hazard flashers D Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow D Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your cloth...

Страница 203: ...estart 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 the window almost all the way to preserve the heat Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold But do it as little as possible Preserve the fuel as long as you can To help keep warm you can get out of the vehic...

Страница 204: ...ion for your vehicle CAUTION Shifting the transfer case into NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P for an automatic transmission You or others could be injured Make sure the parking brake is firmly set before you shift the transfer case into NEUTRAL 5 Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the towing vehicle 6 Turn ...

Страница 205: ...tion Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles called Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either...

Страница 206: ...like suitcases tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash D Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle Try to spread the weight evenly D Never stack heavier things like suitcases ...

Страница 207: ... work The system includes a small electric air compressor and air adjustable rear shock absorbers You may hear the compressor operating when you load or unload your vehicle and periodically as the system self adjusts This is normal The compressor should operate for brief periods of time If the sound continues for an extended period of time your vehicle needs service To keep your battery from being...

Страница 208: ...an lose control when you pull a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passengers could be seriously injured Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section Ask your dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with your vehicle NOTICE Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result...

Страница 209: ... also where you ll be driving A good source for this information can be state or provincial police D Consider using a sway control if your trailer will weigh 2 000 lbs 900 kg or less You should always use a sway control if your trailer will weigh more than 2 000 lbs 900 kg You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls D Don t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 800 km your new vehicle...

Страница 210: ...when the vehicle and trailer combined weight is at least 75 of the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and the maximum trailer weight rating for the vehicle See Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Trailer Weight in the Index The Tow Haul Mode for hauling a heavy trailer is most useful under the following conditions D When driving through hilly terrain at high speeds below 55 mph 88 km h D When driving in...

Страница 211: ... tongue also affects maximum trailer weight See Weight of the Trailer Tongue later in this section You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice or you can write us at the address listed in your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information Booklet In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Weight o...

Страница 212: ...g in the Index Then be sure you don t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue Hitches It s important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Here are some rules to follow D If you ll be pulling a trailer that when loaded will weigh more than 3 500 lbs 1 589 kg be...

Страница 213: ... 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 maintain them properly Your trailer s brake system can tap into the vehicle s hydraulic brake system only if D The trailer parts can withstand 3 000 psi 20 650 kPa of pressure D The trailer s brake syste...

Страница 214: ...in amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself Before you start check the trailer hitch and platform and attachments...

Страница 215: ...ns 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 and a heavy duty turn signal flasher The arrows on your instrument panel ...

Страница 216: ...the engine run while parked preferably on level ground with the automatic transmission in PARK P for a few minutes before turning the engine off If you do get the overheat warning see Engine Overheating in the Index Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both y...

Страница 217: ...ith the parking brake firmly set 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 Automatic Transfer Case in the Index When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while ...

Страница 218: ...g has a 30 amp feed wire with an in line fuse located by the junction block See Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index The harness does not have a 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 D Dark Blue Use for electric trailer brakes or auxiliary wiring D Red Use for ba...

Страница 219: ...ut some problems that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 7 Towing Your Vehicle 5 8 Engine Overheating 5 18 Engine Fan Noise 5 18 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 19 Changing a Flat Tire 5 30 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Страница 220: ...down to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flashers press the button until the first click and release When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the sid...

Страница 221: ...ou NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelco FreedomR battery in your vehicle has a built in hydrometer Do not charge test or jump start the battery if the hydrometer looks clear or light yellow Replace the battery when there is a clear or light yellow hydrometer and a cranking complaint Trying to start your vehi...

Страница 222: ...elp save both batteries In addition it could save your radio NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repair wouldn t be covered by your warranty 4 Open both hoods and locate the batteries Find the positive and negative terminals on each battery CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded U...

Страница 223: ... ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too 6 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery 7 Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative terminal Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step T...

Страница 224: ...ne for awhile 11 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries make sure all connections are good If it still won t start it probably needs service CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 12 Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting Take care that th...

Страница 225: ...as of the vehicle With current trends in automotive styles and design it is essential that the correct towing equipment is used to tow a vehicle Your vehicle can be towed with wheel lift or car carrier equipment When towing with wheel lift equipment the transfer case must be in NEUTRAL and the following tow limits must be used D Towing from the front 55 mph 88 km h or legal speed limit and distanc...

Страница 226: ...it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool NOTICE If your engine catches fire because ...

Страница 227: ...ed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D or THIRD 3 If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there...

Страница 228: ...tor Pressure Cap C Engine Fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down The coolant level should be at least up to the ADD mark If it isn t you may have a leak in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system ...

Страница 229: ...ng coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOLR silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion may result In addition the engine coolant will require change sooner at 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX COOLR is not covered by your new veh...

Страница 230: ...us Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX C...

Страница 231: ...he engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the ADD mark start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there s one more thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it ...

Страница 232: ...adly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap ...

Страница 233: ...sure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap ...

Страница 234: ... mixture up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant in the Index 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 ...

Страница 235: ...the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pressure cap At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this ...

Страница 236: ...lat It s unusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator p...

Страница 237: ...d Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL 4 Turn off the engine 5 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...

Страница 238: ...sist in the changing of a flat tire To remove your jack cover pull up on the latches on the cover Remove the wheel blocks jack and wheel wrench Your vehicle s spare tire is located underneath the rear of your vehicle NOTICE Never remove or restow a tire from to a stowage position under the vehicle while the vehicle is supported by a jack Always tighten the tire fully against the underside of the v...

Страница 239: ...senger s side of the rear bumper Insert your index finger into the indentation near the lamp and pull to remove the cover To remove the spare insert the chisel end of the wheel wrench on an angle into the hole in the rear bumper Be sure the chisel end of the wheel wrench connects into the hoist shaft ...

Страница 240: ...hicle When the tire has been completely lowered tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening Pull the tire out from under the vehicle NOTICE To help avoid vehicle damage do not drive the vehicle before the cable is properly stored Put the spare tire near the flat tire The tools you ll be using include the jack A and wheel wrench B ...

Страница 241: ... hub cap and pry off the hub cap Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 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 ...

Страница 242: ...ck you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle ...

Страница 243: ... mounting surfaces and spare wheel 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 In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scrap...

Страница 244: ...the spare on the wheel mounting surface 8 Put the nuts on by hand Make sure the cone shaped 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 9 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely ...

Страница 245: ...n accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 lb ft 140 N m 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 sequen...

Страница 246: ...d this have the wheel repaired as soon as possible Follow this diagram to store the underbody mounted spare A Retainer B Valve Stem Pointed Down C Spare or Flat Tire D Spring E Wheel Wrench F Lower G Raise H Hoist Arm 1 Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down and to the rear 2 Pull the retainer through the wheel 3 Put the chisel end of the wheel wrenc...

Страница 247: ...ecure the items and replace the jack cover A Retainer B Rubber Band C Work Gloves D Ground Mat E Jack Storage Cover F Wheel Blocks G Wheel Wrench H Jack I Jacking Instructions CAUTION Make sure the tire and carrier are secure Driving with the tire or carrier unlatched could injure pedestrians or damage the vehicle ...

Страница 248: ...thers could be injured And the transmission or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you re stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Don t spin the wheels above 35 mph 55 km h as shown on the speedometer NOTICE Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires If you spin the wheels too fast while shift...

Страница 249: ...the transmission is in gear By slowly spinning your wheels in the forward and reverse directions you will cause a rocking motion that may free your vehicle If that doesn t get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out Or you can use your recovery hooks If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Using the Recovery Hooks Your vehicle is equipped with recovery ho...

Страница 250: ...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 the recovery hooks to tow the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty ...

Страница 251: ...ir Cleaner Filter 6 15 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 18 Rear Axle 6 19 Four Wheel Drive 6 21 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 21 Thermostat 6 21 Engine Coolant 6 24 Power Steering Fluid 6 25 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 26 Brakes 6 31 Battery 6 31 Bulb Replacement 6 35 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 37 Tires 6 45 Appearance Care 6 46 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 6 48 Care of Safety Belts 6 50 Cl...

Страница 252: ...k If you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index You sh...

Страница 253: ... recommended that the gasoline meet specifications which have been developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association AAMA and endorsed by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection Gasolines meeting the AAMA specification could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to other gasoline...

Страница 254: ...your service station operator whether or not the fuel contains MMT General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines If fuels containing MMT are used spark plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on If this occurs return to your authorized GMC dealer for service To provide clean...

Страница 255: ...uldn t be covered by your warranty To check on fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving You can also write us at the following address for advice Just tell us where you re going and give your Vehicle Identification Number VIN General Motors Overseas Distribution Corporation 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H ...

Страница 256: ...has a spring in it if you let go of the cap too soon it will spring back to the right CAUTION If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise ...

Страница 257: ...l tank and emissions system may be damaged See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others D Dispense gasoline only ...

Страница 258: ...r others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine To open the hood first pull the handle inside the vehicle on the lower driver s side of the instrument panel Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release Lift the hood release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood You may have a la...

Страница 259: ...ll see these items A Battery B Coolant Recovery Tank C Engine Oil Dipstick D Engine Oil Fill E Transmission Dipstick F Power Steering Reservoir G Brake Master Cylinder H Engine Air Cleaner Filter I Fuse Block J Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir ...

Страница 260: ...ne 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 oil dipstick is a yellow ring Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push...

Страница 261: ...e in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you re through What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the Starburst symbol This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure ...

Страница 262: ...il with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines Starburst symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty GM GoodwrenchR oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle If you are in an area where the temperature falls below 20_F 29_C consider using either an SAE 5W 30 synthetic oil or an SAE 0W 30 oil Both will provide eas...

Страница 263: ...sed for delivery service police taxi or other commercial application Driving under these conditions causes engine oil to break down sooner If any one of these is true for your vehicle then you need to change your oil and filter every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever occurs first If none of them is true use the long trip highway maintenance schedule Change the oil and filter every 7 500 m...

Страница 264: ... If you change your own oil be sure to drain all free flowing oil from the filter before disposal Don t ever dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil ask your dealer a service station or a local recyclin...

Страница 265: ...air cleaner filter in place when you re 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 D In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches...

Страница 266: ...ecially in hot weather D While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180_F to 200_F 82_C to 93_C Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50_F 10_C If it s colder than 50_F 10_C drive the vehicle in THIRD 3 until the engine temperature gage moves and then remains steady for 10 min...

Страница 267: ...ting off the engine follow these steps 1 The transmission dipstick is located at the rear of the engine compartment 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 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the COLD area for a co...

Страница 268: ...that label is made especially for your automatic transmission Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRONR III is not covered by your new vehicle warranty D After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check D When 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 Rear Axle When to Check and Change...

Страница 269: ...rmine how often to check the lubricant See Periodic Maintenance Inspections in the Index How to Check Lubricant 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 plug What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to u...

Страница 270: ... 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 what kind of lubricant...

Страница 271: ...e Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOLR engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOLR extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating in ...

Страница 272: ...se a mixture of one half clean drinkable water and one half DEX COOLR coolant which won t damage aluminum parts If you use this coolant mixture you don t need to add anything else CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid like alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the p...

Страница 273: ...ear have your dealer check your cooling system NOTICE If you use the proper coolant you don t have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system These can be harmful Checking Coolant The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at ADD or a little higher When your engine is warm the level should be up to FULL HOT or a little hi...

Страница 274: ...d coolant mixture at the recovery tank but be careful not to spill it CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there i...

Страница 275: ...r range What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where...

Страница 276: ...rts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid D Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it s very cold This allows for expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely full D Don t use engine coolant antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder ...

Страница 277: ...n t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid it can spill on the engine The fluid will burn if the engine is h...

Страница 278: ...N but not over the MAX mark What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake syste...

Страница 279: ... do wash it off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index Brake Wear Your vehicle has four wheel disc brakes Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly CAUTION The brake wear...

Страница 280: ... This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Adjustment Every time you make a brake stop your disc brakes adjust for wear Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking Your vehicle was designed and tested with top quality GM brake parts When you replace parts of y...

Страница 281: ...wn CAUTION Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you aren t careful See Jump Starting in the Index for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index Bulb Replacement Before you replace any b...

Страница 282: ...e your dealer or a qualified technician service them Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps Composite High Beam Headlamp System 1 Open the hood 2 Remove the black retainer clips by lifting up 3 Pull the headlamp assembly out...

Страница 283: ...8 Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle Install the two retaining clips Front Turn Signal Lamp Assembly 1 Remove the headlamp assembly as shown under Composite High Beam Headlamp System earlier in this section 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 pl...

Страница 284: ...embly 3 Pull the assembly away from the vehicle 4 Turn the socket counterclockwise to remove it Push the tab in 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 Put the socket into the assembly and turn the socket clockwise until it locks in place 8 Install the lamp asse...

Страница 285: ... for more information See Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index for the proper type of replacement blade NOTICE Use care when removing or installing a blade assembly Accidental bumping can cause the arm to fall back and strike 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 ...

Страница 286: ... pull the insert from the blade assembly 4 To install the new wiper insert slide the insert D notched end last into the end with two blade claws A Slide the insert all the way through the blade claws at the opposite end B The plastic caps C will be forced off as 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...

Страница 287: ...t your tire warranty and where to obtain service see your GMC Warranty booklet for details CAUTION Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous D 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 in the Index D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting...

Страница 288: ...oo much heat D Tire overloading D Bad wear D Bad handling D Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following D Unusual wear D Bad handling D Rough ride D Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Also check the tire pressure of the spare tire How to Check Use a good quality pocket ...

Страница 289: ...for more information The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals When rotating your tires always use one of the correct rotation patterns shown here After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures ...

Страница 290: ...lat Tire in the Index When It s Time 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 You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true D You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire D You can see cord or fabric showing through t...

Страница 291: ...n 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 properly a...

Страница 292: ... standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may de...

Страница 293: ...ng either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed However if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or th...

Страница 294: ...have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement NOTICE The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire clearance to the body and chassis See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index for more information Us...

Страница 295: ...em on the rear tires Appearance Care Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle be sure to follow the manufacturer s warnings and instructions And always open your door...

Страница 296: ...ays read the instructions on the cleaner label D Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set D Carefully scrape off any excess stain D Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn D If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner on Fabric 1 Vac...

Страница 297: ...xcess stain 2 First clean with cool water and allow to dry completely 3 If a stain remains follow instructions for Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Fabric Protection Your vehicle has upholstery and carpet fabric that has been treated with Scotchgardt Fabric Protector a 3M product It protects fabrics by repelling oil and water which are the carriers of most stains Even with this protection you still ...

Страница 298: ...ater to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge Commercial cleaners may affect the surface finish Cleaning Wood Panels Use...

Страница 299: ... if the wiper blade chatters when running wax sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon AmiR Powder non scratching glass cleaning powder GM Part No 1050011 The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance Cle...

Страница 300: ...ace or they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxi...

Страница 301: ... may then be applied The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on any wheels other than chrome plated wheels Don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silic...

Страница 302: ...ough they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chem...

Страница 303: ...glast plastic rubber and vinyl 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels and floor mats 1052929 16 oz 0 473 L Wheel Cleaner Spray on and rinse with water 1052930 8 oz 0 237 L Capture Dry Spot Remover Attracts absorbs and removes soils on fabric 12345721 2 5 sq ft Synthetic Chamois Shines vehicle without scratching 12345725 12 oz 0 354 L Sil...

Страница 304: ...ou ll find this label on the inside of the glove box It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is D your VIN D the model designation D paint information and D a list of all production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle Electrical System Add On Electrical Equipment NOTICE Don t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless yo...

Страница 305: ...t 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 If you ever have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of you...

Страница 306: ...ntrol Module Heated Seats 4 Gages Body Control Module Instrument Panel Cluster 5 Parking Lamps Power Window Switch Body Control Module Ashtray Lamp 6 Steering Wheel Audio Control Illumination 7 Headlamp Switch Body Control Module Headlamp Relay 8 Courtesy Lamps Battery Run Down Protection 9 Not Used 10 Turn Signal 11 Cluster Engine Control Module 12 Interior Lights 13 Auxiliary Power ...

Страница 307: ...rols 19 Radio Battery 20 Amplifier 21 HVAC I Automatic HVAC Sensors Automatic 22 Anti Lock Brakes 23 Rear Wiper 24 Radio Ignition Engine Compartment Fuse Block The fuse block is under the hood at the driver s side of the engine compartment Remove the cover by turning the fastener counterclockwise To reinstall the fuse panel cover push in and turn the fastener clockwise ...

Страница 308: ...Right Turn Signal Rear RR PRK Right Rear Parking Lamps TRL PRK Trailer Park Lamps LT LOW Low Beam Headlamp Left RT LOW Low Beam Headlamp Right FRPRK Front Parking Lamps INT BAT I P Fuse Block Feed ENG I Engine Sensors Solenoids MAF CAM PURGE VENT ECM B Engine Control Module Fuel Pump Module Oil Pressure ABS Anti Lock Brake System ECM I Engine Control Module Injectors A C Air Conditioning LT HI Hig...

Страница 309: ...tarting and Charging IGN 1 STUD 2 Accessory Feeds Electric Brake PARKLP Parking Lamps LR PRK Left Rear Parking Lamps Name Usage IGN C Starter Solenoid Fuel Pump PRNDL HTDSEAT Heated Seats HVAC HVAC System TRCHMSL Trailer Center High Mounted Stop Light HIBEAM High Beam Headlamps RRDFOG Rear Defogger TBC Truck Body Computer CRANK Clutch Switch NSBU Switch HAZLP Hazard Lamps VECHMSL Vehicle Center Hi...

Страница 310: ...190 at 4 400 rpm Thermostat Specification 195_F 91_C Spark Plug Gap 0 060 inches 1 52 mm Wheels and Tires Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140 N m Tire Pressure See the Certification Tire label See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Capacities Approximate Cooling System 11 7 quarts 11 1 L Crankcase 4 5 quarts 4 3 L Automatic Transmission Drain and Refill 5 0 quarts 4 7 L Differential Fluid Front 2 6 pint...

Страница 311: ... If a part listed in this manual is not the same as the part used in your vehicle when it was built or if you have any questions please contact your GMC dealer Thermostat 12559051 Oil Filter PF52 Air Cleaner Filter A1163C PCV Valve CV769C Automatic Transmission Filter Kit 24200796 Spark Plugs 41 932 Fuel Filter GF481 Front Windshield Wiper Blade Trico 20 inches 50 8 cm Backglass Wiper Blade Trico ...

Страница 312: ...yellowblue 6 62 NOTES ...

Страница 313: ...safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 7 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 7 27 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7 39 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 43 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 45 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 47 Part E Maintenance Record ...

Страница 314: ...enance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance procedures are important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good...

Страница 315: ...ice information See Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your dealer s service department or another qualified service center should perform Part D Recommende...

Страница 316: ... and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicl...

Страница 317: ...you should follow this schedule if you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or 3 months whichever occurs first Drive Axle Service or 3 months whichever occurs first Every 6 000 Miles 10 ...

Страница 318: ...r highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower Long Trip Highway Intervals Every 7 500 Miles 12 500 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or every 12 months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or every 12 months whichever occurs first Drive Axle Service Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Automatic Transmission Service severe conditions only Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Fuel F...

Страница 319: ...useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universal joints and brake pedal springs A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection under Periodic Maintenance ...

Страница 320: ...irst An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 9 000 Miles 15 000 km ...

Страница 321: ...d fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever ...

Страница 322: ...iler 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 18 000 Miles 30 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check ...

Страница 323: ...er or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional informat...

Страница 324: ...l Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if th...

Страница 325: ...5 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 36 000 Miles 60 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whi...

Страница 326: ...y 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 42 000 Miles 70 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear f...

Страница 327: ...tomatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent 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...

Страница 328: ...re Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter 51 000 Miles 85 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occur...

Страница 329: ...l and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 57 000 Miles 95 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months wh...

Страница 330: ...id and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent 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 mil...

Страница 331: ...oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 66 000 Miles 110 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An E...

Страница 332: ...ry 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 72 000 Miles 120 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear...

Страница 333: ...where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessa...

Страница 334: ...and additional information See footnote 81 000 Miles 135 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 84 000 Miles 140 000...

Страница 335: ...vice j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whiche...

Страница 336: ...rvice If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Replace air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 93 000 Miles 155 000 km j C...

Страница 337: ...l and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 99 000 Miles 165 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months w...

Страница 338: ...matic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter j Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve An Emission Control Service 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test cooling system...

Страница 339: ...he emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage parking brake cable guides propshaft splines universal joints and brake pedal springs A good time to check you...

Страница 340: ... and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Change automatic...

Страница 341: ...e oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and add...

Страница 342: ...more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotatio...

Страница 343: ...ion pattern and additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Chang...

Страница 344: ...n t used your vehicle under severe conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter 52 500 Miles 87 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid...

Страница 345: ...filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent 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 0...

Страница 346: ...nd filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional...

Страница 347: ...raffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90_F 32_C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation patte...

Страница 348: ...ee footnote 90 000 Miles 150 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking See footnote j Change automatic transmission fluid and filt...

Страница 349: ... Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 97 500 Miles 162 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity...

Страница 350: ...atic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter j Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve An Emission Control Service 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test the cooling sys...

Страница 351: ...Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOLR coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid i...

Страница 352: ...ll 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 be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Automatic Transmission Check Check the transmission fluid level add if needed See Automatic Transmission Fluid in the Index A fluid loss may indicate a problem Check the syste...

Страница 353: ...orks in any other position your vehicle needs service Brake Transmission Shift Interlock BTSI Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps below 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake see Parking Brake in the I...

Страница 354: ...o roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by...

Страница 355: ...lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing 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 wh...

Страница 356: ...Every 12 months or at oil change intervals check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary 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 we...

Страница 357: ...n the Index Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 Brake Fluid USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Windshield Washer Solvent GM OptikleenR Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Parking Brake Cable Guides Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Power Steering System GM Powe...

Страница 358: ...nt GM Part No 12377985 or equivalent 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 LubriplateR Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood and Door Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 123462...

Страница 359: ...es provided after the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Страница 360: ...yellowblue 7 48 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Страница 361: ...Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 6 Roadside Assistance 8 7 Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 8 Courtesy Transportation 8 9 Warranty Information 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 8 11 Reporting Safety Defects to Gen...

Страница 362: ...rtments Sometimes however despite the best intentions of all concerned misunderstandings can occur If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps should be taken STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management Normally concerns can be quickly resolved at that level If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales service or parts manager c...

Страница 363: ...the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield D Dealership name and location D Vehicle delivery date and present mileage When contacting GMC please remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer s facility That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern STEP THREE Both General Motors ...

Страница 364: ...00 955 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 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use Te...

Страница 365: ...I If toll free service is not available in the Caribbean call Puerto Rico 1 787 763 1315 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle hand controls wheelchair scooter lifts etc This program can also provide you with free resour...

Страница 366: ...rvice will be covered at no charge if you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle Delivery of the replacement key will be covered at no charge within 10 miles 16 km Emergency Towing Service Towing to the nearest GMC dealer for warranty related disablements will be covered Deluxe Trip Routing Custom made computerized highlighted maps using the most direct or scenic route are provided free of cha...

Страница 367: ...ehicle or mileage Just dial GMC Roadside Assistance at 1 800 GMC 8782 1 800 462 8782 Roadside Assistance prompt to reach a qualified representative who can assist you Your Roadside Assistance representative will ask for the following information when your call is received D Vehicle Identification Number VIN D Name and home address D Telephone number and location from which you are calling D Locati...

Страница 368: ...raged to drive the vehicle until scheduling can be accomplished If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait GMC helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several ...

Страница 369: ...rmation Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealerships and all program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel Canadian Vehicles For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Cove...

Страница 370: ...TSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS T...

Страница 371: ...I 48343 6008 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 Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada Service manuals owner s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and past model General Motors v...

Страница 372: ...rmation about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 15 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 10 00 CURRENT PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify y...

Страница 373: ...999 90 00 1999 50 00 1999 15 00 1999 10 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 5 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax See Note Below GM GMC ORD99 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery Note to Canadian Customers All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Canadian residents are to make checks payable i...

Страница 374: ...yellowblue 8 14 NOTES ...

Страница 375: ... Tire 6 43 Aluminum Wheels Cleaning 6 51 Antenna Fixed 3 27 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 2 69 4 7 Anti Lock Brakes 4 7 Appearance Care 6 45 Appearance Care and Materials 6 53 Arbitration Program 8 4 Armrest Storage 2 50 Ashtrays 2 54 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 23 Audio Systems 3 8 3 12 Automatic Headlamp System 2 40 Automatic Transmission Check 7 40 Fluid 6 15 Operation 2 18 Park Mech...

Страница 376: ...Label 4 41 Chains Safety 4 49 Tire 6 45 Changing a Flat Tire 5 19 Charging System Light 2 67 Check Gages Light 2 75 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 52 Chemical Paint Spotting 6 52 Child Restraints 1 38 Center Seat Position 1 46 Different Types 1 38 Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position 1 44 Securing in the Right Front Seat Position 1 46 Top Strap 1 43 Where Not to Put 1 46 Where to Put 1 42 C...

Страница 377: ...ice 7 44 Driver Information System 2 47 Driver Position 1 12 Driving City 4 31 Defensive 4 2 Drunken 4 3 Foreign Countries 6 5 Freeway 4 32 Guidelines 4 14 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 34 In a Blizzard 4 38 Night 4 27 Off Road 4 15 On Curves 4 9 Rainy Conditions 4 28 Snowy and Icy Conditions 4 36 Through Deep Standing Water 4 30 Wet Roads 4 28 Winter 4 36 With a Trailer 4 50 Driving On Grades While T...

Страница 378: ...our Wheel Drive 2 22 6 20 Four Wheel Drive Automatic Transfer Case 2 22 French Language Manual ii Front Axle 6 20 Front Reading Lamps 2 43 2 47 Front Storage Area 2 50 Front Turn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement 6 33 Fuel 6 3 Filling a Portable Container 6 7 Filling Your Tank 6 5 Foreign Countries 6 5 Gage 2 75 Fuse Block Engine Compartment 6 57 Instrument Panel 6 55 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 6 55 Ga...

Страница 379: ...ne Cooling System 7 43 Exhaust Systems 7 43 Front Drive Axle Boot Seal 7 43 Steering 7 43 Suspension 7 43 Throttle System 7 44 Transfer Case 7 44 Instrument Panel 2 62 Cleaning 6 48 Cluster 2 64 Fuse Block 6 55 Interior Lamps 2 42 Jacking Equipment 5 20 Jump Starting 5 3 Key in the Ignition 2 11 Key Lock Cylinders Service 7 40 Keyless Entry System 2 6 Keys 2 2 Labels Certification Tire 4 41 Fuse 6...

Страница 380: ...53 Lumbar Controls 1 3 Maintenance Record 7 47 Maintenance Schedule 7 1 Long Trip Highway 7 6 7 27 Owner Checks and Services 7 39 Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 43 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 45 Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 4 Short Trip City 7 5 7 7 Maintenance Underbody 6 52 Maintenance When Trailer Towing 4 54 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 2 70 Memory Seat 1 3 Methanol 6 4 Mirrors 2...

Страница 381: ... 43 Power Accessory Outlets 2 57 Door Locks 2 5 Remote Control Mirror 2 45 Seat 1 2 Steering 4 9 Steering Fluid 6 24 Windows 2 31 Power Folding Mirrors 2 46 Pregnancy Use of Safety Belts 1 19 Problems on the Road 5 1 Publications Service and Owner 8 12 8 13 Radiator Adding Coolant 5 15 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 21 Radio Reception 3 24 Radios Cassette Tape Player 3 8 Cassette Tape Player Care 3 25 7 ...

Страница 382: ... 28 Questions and Answers 1 11 Rear Comfort Guides 1 31 Rear Seat Outside Passengers 1 28 Replacing After a Crash 1 53 Right Front Passenger Position 1 20 Use During Pregnancy 1 19 Why They Work 1 8 Safety Chains 4 49 Safety Defects Reporting 8 10 Safety Warnings and Symbols iii Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 4 Seats 1 2 Heated Front 1 4 Lumbar Controls 1 3 Memory 1 4 Power 1 2 Rear 1 6 Reclinin...

Страница 383: ...etting 3 8 Tire Chains 6 45 Tire Inflation Check 7 39 Tires Alignment and Balance 6 43 Buying New 6 41 Changing a Flat 5 19 Cleaning 6 51 Inflation 6 38 7 39 Inspection and Rotation 6 39 Pressure 6 38 Temperature 6 43 Traction 6 42 Treadwear 6 42 Uniform Quality Grading 6 42 Wear Indicators 6 40 When It s Time for New 6 40 Top Strap 1 43 Torque Lock 2 28 Torque Wheel Nut 5 27 6 60 Tow Haul Mode 4 ...

Страница 384: ...ners 2 61 Used Replacement Wheels 6 44 Vehicle Control 4 6 Damage Warnings iv Dimensions 6 61 Identification Number 6 54 Loading 4 41 Storage 6 31 Ventilation System 3 7 Visors Sun 2 55 Voltmeter 2 68 Warning Devices 5 2 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 2 66 Washer Fluid Windshield 6 25 Washing Your Vehicle 6 50 Weatherstrips 6 49 Wheel Alignment 6 43 Nut Torque 5 27 6 60 Replacement 6 43 Windo...

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