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Leaving children in a vehicle with the windows
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the extreme heat and can suffer permanent
injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never
leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the
windows closed in warm or hot weather.

Manual Windows

Turn the hand crank on each door to raise or lower
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Содержание 2001 Yukon XL

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Страница 2: ...ge Emergency towing 1 800 GMC 8782 For vehicles purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 that provides in an emergency 1 800 GMC 8782 For vehicles purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 Courtesy Transportation Trip Routing Every 2001 Yukon Yukon XL under warranty is backed with the following services ...

Страница 3: ...2001 GMC Yukon Yukon XL Owner s Manual Litho in U S A Part Number X2116 A First Edition Copyright General Motors Corporation 2000 All Rights Reserved i ...

Страница 4: ...ontrol Exterior and Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Convenience Net Cargo Cover Luggage Carrier If Equipped Accessory Power Outlets OnStar System If Equipped Sunroof If Equipped HomeLink Transmitter If Equipped Instrument Panel Warning Lights and Gages Message Center Seats and Seat Controls Safety Belts Air Bag Systems Restraint Systems for Children Section 1 Section 2 Seats and Restra...

Страница 5: ...Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio Cassette Player CD Player Radio Theft Deterrent Feature If Equipped Hazard Warning Flashers Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Changing a Flat Tire If You re Stuck Problems on the Road Section 5 Section 4 Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems Your Driving and the...

Страница 6: ...commended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records Fuel Checking Fluids and Lubricants GM Oil Life System Engine Air Cleaner Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter If Equipped Brakes Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires and Wheels Appearance Care Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breakers Capacities and Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...

Страница 7: ... it to quickly find something you want to read Section 8 Customer Satisfaction Procedures Customer Assistance Offices Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation Warranty Information See Warranty Manual Reporting Safety Defects on page 8 10 Service Publications Index Section 9 Please refer to the last page of this manual for your Service Station Guide v ...

Страница 8: ...of Canada Limited for GMC whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it We support voluntary technician certification For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propriétaires canadiens Vous pouvez vous procu...

Страница 9: ...er to explain things quickly Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduc...

Страница 10: ... 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 on yo...

Страница 11: ...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 PRESSURE...

Страница 12: ...x Model Reference This manual covers these models Yukon Yukon XL ...

Страница 13: ...Fuel Use unleaded only See Section 6 for octane ratings Cooling System See Section 5 Hood Release See Section 6 Windshield Washer Fluid See Section 6 Spare Tire Pressure See Section 5 Battery See Section 6 Tire Pressure See Section 6 For a More Detailed Look at What s Under the Hood See Section 6 ...

Страница 14: ...tions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 21 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 21 Driver Position 1 27 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 28 Right Front Passenger Position 1 28 Air Bag Systems 1 37 Center Passenger Position 1 38 Rear Seat Passengers 1 42 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults 1 45 Children 1 49 Restraint Systems for Children 1 62 Older Chi...

Страница 15: ... moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving If your vehicle has a manual bucket or split bench seat you can adjust it with this lever located at the front of the seat Lift the lever at the front of the seat to unlock it Using your body slide the seat to where you want it Then ...

Страница 16: ...ion until the cushion reaches the desired height Manual Lumbar Control If Equipped If your vehicle has a lumbar adjustment you can increase or decrease lumbar support in an area of the lower seatback The control is located on the outboard side of the front seats To increase support turn the knob towards the front of the vehicle Operating effort can be reduced if you lean forward slightly while tur...

Страница 17: ...e whole button forward or rearward Raise or lower the rear of the seat cushion by raising or lowering the rear edge of the button Moving the whole button up or down raises or lowers the entire seat cushion Vertical Control If your vehicle has the power reclining seats you can use this button to adjust the angle of the seatback Move the reclining front seatback rearward or forward by moving this bu...

Страница 18: ...f Equipped The memory function controls the driver s seat cushion and recliner positions and is located on the driver s door trim panel It does not store the lumbar or back support positions To set your memory seat do the following 1 Adjust the driver s seat to your desired position 2 Press the SET button and then press the 1 or 2 side of the memory control within five seconds When your vehicle is...

Страница 19: ...onthebuttonwillilluminateforeachheat setting anytime the heated seats are operating The heated front seats will be canceled after the ignition is turned to OFF If you still want to use the heated front seat feature after you restart your vehicle you will need to press the heated seat button again Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the front seatback lift the lever located on the outboard side of the se...

Страница 20: ...e this The shoulder belt can t do its job In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones 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 sea...

Страница 21: ... on the seatback or stored in the vehicle properly it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver People in the vehicle could be injured Remove the head restraints only when you need to fold the seat and be sure that the head restraints are stored securely in the space provided on the folded up seat cushion When the seat is returned to the passenger position be sure the head re...

Страница 22: ...ch plate on the webbing so that it reaches the loop Stowing in this loop will reduce the chances of damaging and soiling the belt Remember to remove the latch plate from the loop before the seat is returned to the passenger position On Suburban Yukon XL models with rear bucket seats the head restraints need to be removed in order to fold the rear seat To do this lift the head restraints up until t...

Страница 23: ...atbackforwardandfoldtheseatbackdownuntilitisflat If the seatback cannot fold flat because it interferes with the cushion try moving the front seat forward and or bringingthefrontseatbackmoreupright Onthepassenger side of Suburban Yukon XL models the lever at the base of the seat must be turned rearward to release the seatback To create a load floor release the panels from the seatback by pushing f...

Страница 24: ...elease lever located near the back of the seat rearward Tilt the seatback toward the front of the vehicle by pulling the top of the seatback forward When you do the seat bottom will release Just pull the seat forward until it stops Be sure to return the seat to the passenger position when finished Pull forward and push rearward on the seat to make sure it is locked in place Folding the Third Seat ...

Страница 25: ...e sure it is locked into position If still more cargo space is desired the third seat can also be folded and tumbled forward by using the lever labeled 2 To return the seats to their original position reverse the above steps Fold and Tilt Feature Suburban Yukon XL Third Seat Once the third seatback has been folded down the entire seat can be tilted forward to create a flat load floor To do this yo...

Страница 26: ...ock rod Secure the support rod in its stored position on the underside of the seat Lower the seat to the floor and let the seat drop into place Lift up on the carrying handle to make sure the seat is locked in place Return the seatback to the upright position by pulling up on the release lever labeled 1 before the back can be folded upright Pull the seatback forward to make sure it is locked into ...

Страница 27: ...annot be removed unless the seatback is folded To unlatch the seat from the floor pull up on the release lever labeled 2 at the rear of the seat and lift the rear of the seat up off of the floor Pull on the strap labeled 3 at the rear of the seat to release the front seat latches Then pull the seat straight back towards the rear of the vehicle and remove it There are wheels at the front of the sea...

Страница 28: ... that isn t locked into place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop People in the vehicle could be injured Be sure to lock the seat into place properly when installing it Safety Belts They re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains the air bag system CAUTION Do...

Страница 29: ...uckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a crash you don t know if it will be a bad one A 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 ...

Страница 30: ...1 17 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take thesimplest vehicle Suppose it sjust a seat onwheels Put someone on it ...

Страница 31: ...1 18 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield ...

Страница 32: ...ent panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts make such good sense ...

Страница 33: ...hey work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I m a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts...

Страница 34: ...w which restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let ...

Страница 35: ... the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should...

Страница 36: ...t is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body ...

Страница 37: ...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 38: ... 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 39: ...isted across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it ...

Страница 40: ...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 41: ...he frontal and side impact air bag systems Your vehicle has four air bags a frontal air bag for the driver another frontal air bag for the right front passenger a side impact air bag for the driver and another side impact air bag for the right front passenger Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating frontal air bag But these air bags must infla...

Страница 42: ... where something hits the side of your vehicle They aren t designed to inflate in frontal in rollover or in rear crashes Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there s an air bag for that person CAUTION Both frontal and side impact air bags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye If you re too close to an inflating air bag as you would be if you...

Страница 43: ...tem is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this manual called Children There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the air bag symbol The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if the...

Страница 44: ...s The driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The driver s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door ...

Страница 45: ...ir bag the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between an occupant and an air bag and don t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering and don t let seat covers block the inflation path of a side impact air bag ...

Страница 46: ...inflate in frontal or near frontal impacts rollovers or rear impacts because inflation would not help the occupant A side impact air bag will only deploy on the side of the vehicle that is struck In any particular crash no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were For frontal air bags inflation is determin...

Страница 47: ...never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions for the driver s and right front passenger s frontal air bags and only in moderate to severe side collisions for the driver s and right front passenger s side impact air bags What will you see after an air bag inflates After an air bag inflates it quickly defl...

Страница 48: ... manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts D Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the frontal air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air bag inflation and driver s safety belt usage at deployment The module also records speed engine rpm brake and thr...

Страница 49: ...ding Equipment to Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Q If I add a push bumper or bicycle rack to the front of my vehicle will it keep the air bags from working properly A As long as the push bumper or bicycle rack is attached to your vehicle so that the vehicle s basic structure isn t changed it s not likely to keep the air bags from working properly in a crash Q Is there anything I might add to the fr...

Страница 50: ...low Prep Package RPO VYU But don t change or defeat the snow plow s tripping mechanism If you do it can damage your snow plow and your vehicle and it may cause an air bag inflation Lap Belt If your vehicle has front and rear bench seats someone can sit in the center positions When you sit in a center seating position you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt th...

Страница 51: ...n on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a cr...

Страница 52: ...itions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure ...

Страница 53: ...wn on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you 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 s...

Страница 54: ...e seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle ...

Страница 55: ...head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seats 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 Second Row Seat 1 For the second row remove the guide from its storage clip on the trim panel ...

Страница 56: ...1 43 Third Row Seat 2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide ...

Страница 57: ...1 44 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The guide must be on top of the belt Second Row Seat ...

Страница 58: ...if your vehicle has one Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Infants and...

Страница 59: ...aby doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint ...

Страница 60: ...or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide ...

Страница 61: ...traint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs CAUTION Newborn infants need complete support including support for the head and n...

Страница 62: ...e child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that s unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints Restraint Systems for Children An infant car bed A a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child...

Страница 63: ...back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields ...

Страница 64: ... child restraints have used the adult belt system in the vehicle To help reduce the chance of injury the child also has to be secured within the restraint The vehicle s belt system secures the add on child restraint in the vehicle and the add on child restraint s harness system holds the child in place within the restraint One system the three point harness has straps that come down over each of t...

Страница 65: ...t General Motors therefore recommends that child restraints be secured in a rear seat including an infant riding in a rear facing infant seat a child riding in a forward facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat Never put a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger seat Here s why CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed...

Страница 66: ...ild restraint does not have a top strap one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top strap and that the strap be anchored In the United States some child restraints also have a top strap If your child restraint has a top strap it should be a...

Страница 67: ...secure the child restraint itself Suburban Yukon XL models with rear seats A child restraint with a top strap should only be used in the second or third row Don t use a child restraint with a top strap in the front seat because there s no place to anchor the top strap An anchor loop bracket for a top strap is located at the bottom rear of the seat cushion for each seating position in the second ro...

Страница 68: ...d at the bottom rear of the seat cushion for each seating position in the second row Utility Second Row Seat Anchor the top strap to one of these anchor points Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Raise the head restraint and route the top strap under it Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be...

Страница 69: ...raint 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 positi...

Страница 70: ... the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position You ll be using the lap belt Be sure to follow the instructions that came...

Страница 71: ...straint instructions will show you how 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To tighten the belt pull its free end 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 ...

Страница 72: ...estraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front 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 ...

Страница 73: ... 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 Index 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Pick up...

Страница 74: ...restraint You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger ...

Страница 75: ...r belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat ...

Страница 76: ...elt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides in the Index If the child is so small that the shoulder be...

Страница 77: ...t in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash ...

Страница 78: ... might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Replacing Restraint System Parts After a C...

Страница 79: ...Starting Your Engine 2 19 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 20 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 24 Four Wheel Drive If Equipped 2 28 Parking Brake 2 29 Shifting Into PARK P 2 32 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 32 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 33 Engine Exhaust 2 33 Running Your Engine While You re Parked 2 34 Level Control If Equipped 2 35 Autoridet If Equipped 2 35 Locking Rear Axle 2 36 Turn Sign...

Страница 80: ... A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather Manual Windows Turn the hand crank on each door to raise or lower manual windows ...

Страница 81: ...ow also has an express down feature that allows the window to be lowered without holding the switch Press and hold the rear of the window switch for one second to activate the express down mode The express down mode can be canceled at any time by pressing the opposite side of the switch To open the window partway lightly tap the switch until the window is at the desired position If you have power ...

Страница 82: ...cle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in a vehicle with children ...

Страница 83: ...and fall out of a moving vehicle When a door is locked the handle won t open it You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked So wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive D Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even ...

Страница 84: ...e the door key From the inside to lock the door slide the lever rearward To unlock the door slide the lever forward Power Door Locks Press the raised side of the switch marked L on either front door to lock all the doors at once Press the recessed side of the switch marked U to unlock all the doors at once ...

Страница 85: ...e Content Theft Deterrent in the Index Programmable Automatic Door Locks Your vehicle is equipped with an auto lock unlock feature which enables you to program your power door locks Your vehicle left the factory programmed to have the automatic lock feature lock all the doors when the vehicle speed is greater than 15 mph 24 km h for two seconds and then unlock all the doors once the key is removed...

Страница 86: ...th Keyless Entry D All doors lock All doors unlock Press the lock side of the power lock switch on the door panel once and then the unlock side twice This is the factory setting D All doors lock None of the doors unlock Press the lock side of the power lock switch on the door panel once and then the unlock side three times D No doors lock None of the doors unlock Press the lock side of the power l...

Страница 87: ...ges or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote system If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work try this D Check the distance You may be too far from your vehicle You may need to ...

Страница 88: ...s lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle any remaining transmitters must also be matched Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have only four transm...

Страница 89: ...mitter 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 that has been sent previously This prevents anyone from recording and playing back the signal from the transmitter To resynchronize your transmitter stand close to your vehicle and pr...

Страница 90: ...Engine Exhaust in the Index Liftgate Glass and Liftgate To open a mechanical lock system from the outside insert the key into the lock and turn it counterclockwise to unlock the glass and liftgate The liftgate glass can be opened using the pushbutton on the liftgate after the doors have been unlocked This can be done by using either the power door locks or the remote keyless entry system To open t...

Страница 91: ... thieves so don t do it When you park your vehicle and open the driver s door you ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Always do this Your ignition and transmission will be locked Also remember to lock the doors If the key is in the ignition with any door open and you try to lock your doors with the power door locks the driver s door will not stay...

Страница 92: ...nd the horn will sound for about two minutes then will turn off to save the battery power Remember the theft deterrent system won t activate if you lock the doors with a key or use the manual door lock It activates only if you use a power door lock switch with the door open or with the remote keyless entry transmitter You should also remember that you can start your vehicle with the correct igniti...

Страница 93: ...erviced by an authorized service center PasslockR Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock theft deterrent system Passlock is a passive theft deterrent system Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with fuel is disabled If the engine stalls and the SECURITY message flashes wait until th...

Страница 94: ...ard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings D Don t tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information Ignition Positions You can use your key to turn the ignition switch to five different positions ACCESSORY A This position lets you use things like the radio powe...

Страница 95: ...features on your vehicle to continue to work up to 20 minutes after the ignition key is turned to OFF Your radio power windows sunroof if equipped and OnStarR System if equipped will work when the ignition key is in RUN or ACCESSORY Once the key is turned from RUN to OFF these features will continue to work for up to 20 minutes or until a door is opened Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever t...

Страница 96: ...ere When the engine starts let go of the key Use the accelerator pedal to maintain engine speed if you have to until your engine has run for a while 2 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds When the engin...

Страница 97: ...tlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it awa...

Страница 98: ... an extended period it is recommended that you remove the IGN 0 fuse from the instrument panel fuse block See Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index 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 fir...

Страница 99: ...ission 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 Also use NEUTRAL N when your two wheel drive vehicle is being ...

Страница 100: ...s position is also used for normal driving however it offers more power and lower fuel economy than DRIVE D SECOND 2 This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on If you manually select SECOND 2 in a light duty automatic transmissio...

Страница 101: ...s approximately 32_F 0_C or colder your transmission is designed to shift differently until the engine reaches normal operating temperature This is intended to improve heater performance Tow Haul Mode Selector Switch Your vehicle is equipped with a tow haul mode The selector switch is located on the end of the column shift lever You can use this feature to assist when towing or hauling a heavy loa...

Страница 102: ...ving in the 4 WHEEL HIGH 4H or 4 WHEEL LOW 4L positions for a long time on dry or wet pavement could shorten the life of your vehicle s drivetrain Front Axle Locking Feature The front axle locks and unlocks automatically when you shift the transfer case Some delay for the axle to lock or unlock is normal CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the trans...

Страница 103: ... and highway situations Your front axle is not engaged in two wheel drive This setting also provides the best fuel economy AUTO 4WD This setting is ideal for use when road conditions are variable When driving your vehicle in AUTO 4WD the front axle is engaged but the vehicle s power is sent only to the rear wheels When the vehicle senses a loss of traction the system will automatically engage four...

Страница 104: ...Recreational Vehicle Towing or Towing Your Vehicle in the Index for more information Indicator lights in the switches show which setting you are in The indicator lights will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and one will stay on If the lights do not come on you should take your vehicle to your dealer for service An indicator light will flash while shifting the transfer case It will rem...

Страница 105: ... moving 1 to 2 mph 1 6 to 3 2 km h Press and release the 4HI AUTO 4WD or 2HI switch You must wait for the 4HI AUTO 4WD or 2HI indicator light to stop flashing and remain illuminated before shifting your transmission into gear If the 4HI AUTO 4WD or 2HI switch is pressed when your vehicle is in gear and or moving the 4HI AUTO 4WD or 2HI indicator light will flash for 30 seconds but will not complet...

Страница 106: ...r the transfer case has shifted out of NEUTRAL the red light will go out 5 You may start the engine and shift the transmission to the desired position Parking Brake To set the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot If the ignition is on the brake system warning light will flash A chime will activate when the parkin...

Страница 107: ...g a Trailer in the Index That section shows what to do first to 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 e...

Страница 108: ...osition like this D Pull the shift lever toward you D Move the lever up as far as it will go 3 Be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL N 4 Turn the ignition key to LOCK 5 Remove the key and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P ...

Страница 109: ...e the shift lever into PARK P hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transmission into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl ...

Страница 110: ...s you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you want If you ever 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 vehicle to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want 5 Have the system fixed as soon as you can Parking Over Things That...

Страница 111: ...ming 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 Caution...

Страница 112: ... Level Control If Equipped Self Adjusting The self adjusting rear suspension is available on C K 1500 vehicles and is available with the premium smooth ride suspension package This type of level control will provide a leveled riding position as well as improved handling under a variety of passenger and loading conditions A hydraulic pump inside each rear shock absorber raises the rear of the vehic...

Страница 113: ...o adjusting the hitch Autoridet If Equipped The Autoridetfeature will provide a superior vehicle ride and handling under a variety of passenger and loading conditions The system is fully automatic and uses a computer controller to continuously monitor vehicle speed wheel to body position lift drive and steering position of the vehicle The controller then sends signals to each shock absorber to ind...

Страница 114: ...xit the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever located on the lower left of the column Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your D Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator D Headlamp High Low Beam Changer D Flash to Pass D...

Страница 115: ... there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it If you move the lever all the way up or down and the arrow flashes at twice the normal rate a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers may not see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned ...

Страница 116: ...adlamps are off or on low beam your high beam headlamps will turn on They ll stay on as long as you hold the lever toward you and the high beam indicator on the instrument panel will come on Release the lever to turn the high beam headlamps off Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by turning the band with the wiper symbol on it For a single wiping cycle turn the band to MIST Hold it...

Страница 117: ...pers will clear the window and then either stop or return to your preset speed CAUTION In freezing weather don t use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision Rear Window Washer Wiper This switch is located on the instrument panel To turn the rear wiper on turn the switch to either 1 or 2 For long delayed wiping turn t...

Страница 118: ...5 mph 40 km h If you apply your brakes the cruise control will disengage CAUTION D Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic D Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Don t use c...

Страница 119: ...tor pedal United States Canada The CRUISE light on the instrument panel will illuminate when the cruise control is engaged Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course disengages the cruise control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can move the cruise control switch from ON to...

Страница 120: ...u ll go about 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 the hills When going up st...

Страница 121: ...to turn off your lamps and put the system into automatic headlamp mode Turn the thumbwheel next to the knob up to adjust instrument panel lights Turn the thumbwheel up to return the radio and gearshift indicator LED display to full intensity when the headlamps or parking lamps are on To turn on the dome lamps with the vehicle doors closed turn the thumbwheel up to the second notch position You can...

Страница 122: ...ees a change in lighting lasting longer than the delay To idle your vehicle with the automatic headlamp system off set the parking brake while the ignition is off Then start your vehicle The automatic headlamp system will stay off until you release the parking brake As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it You may be able to turn off your Automatic Headla...

Страница 123: ...vehicle with the DRL off The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brake or shift the transmission out of PARK P This procedure applies only to vehicles first sold in the United States When necessary you may turn off the Automatic Headlamp System and the Daytime Running Lamps DRL feature by following these steps When the system is turned off the headlights will not automatically come on ...

Страница 124: ...s go off the fog lamps will come on again The fog lamps will be cancelled after the ignition is turned off If you still want to use the fog lamps after you restart the vehicle you will need to press the fog lamp button again Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp Switch If Equipped This switch includes wiring provisions for a dealer or a qualified service center to install an auxiliary roof lamp This switch ...

Страница 125: ...ll not come on if the DOME OVERRIDE button is pressed in 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 If the DOME OVERRIDE button is pressed in the lamps will not come on Front Reading Lamps If Equipped If your vehicle has reading lamps press the button located n...

Страница 126: ...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 position the dome lamps will come on when you open a door Battery Run Down Protection This feature shuts off the dome reading glove box and underhood lamps if they are left on for...

Страница 127: ...d on or off by briefly pressing either COMP or TEMP button Temperature Display Pressing the TEMP button once briefly will toggle the compass temperature reading on and off To alternate the temperature reading between Fahrenheit and Celsius press and hold the TEMP button for three seconds until the display blinks F_ and C_ Press and release the TEMP button to toggle between the Fahrenheit and Celsi...

Страница 128: ...uid cleaner to enter the mirror housing Compass Calibration The compass may need calibration if D After five seconds the display does not show a compass heading N for North for example there may be a strong magnetic field interfering with the compass Such interference may be caused by a magnetic antenna mount magnetic note pad holder or a similar magnetic item D The compass does not display the co...

Страница 129: ...h and true geographic north If not adjusted to account for compass variance your compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance 1 Use the COMP button located at the bottom of the mirror 2 Press and hold the COMP button for three seconds until a zone number appears in the display 3 Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map 4 Press the COMP butto...

Страница 130: ... a clear view of objects behind you Pull out the mirror head to extend it for better visibility when towing a trailer Electric Outside Rearview Mirrors If Equipped The controls are located on the driver s door armrest Move the upper control to the left or right to choose the mirror you want to adjust Then press the arrows on the lower control pad to adjust the mirror in the direction you want them...

Страница 131: ... more from the driver s seat CAUTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Storage Compartments Your vehicle has a variety of storage compartments designed to store small items Glove Box To ...

Страница 132: ...d down the armrest and press the latch handle located at the front of the armrest Then let the lid pop up and swing open The storage compartment has a cassette compact disc holder The holder will store up to six compact disc cases and five cassette tape cases or a total of eleven cassette tape cases If not used to store cassette or compact disc cases the storage area can be used to store a laptop ...

Страница 133: ...om the vehicle first let the shade go all the way into the holder Then grasping the passenger s side shade endcap push the shade endcap toward the driver s side of the vehicle The endcap should lock in the compressed position Lift the shade up on the passenger s side swing the shade rearward and take it out of the vehicle To put the shade in the vehicle first make sure the shade slot in the holder...

Страница 134: ...re not using it Luggage Carrier If Equipped If you have the luggage carrier you can load things on top of your vehicle The luggage carrier has slats and siderails attached to the roof and crossrails which can be moved back and forth to help secure cargo Tie the load to the siderails or siderail supports NOTICE Loading cargo that weighs more than 200 lbs 90 6 kg on the luggage carrier may damage yo...

Страница 135: ...he desired position balancing the force side to side Push the release handle back into the latched position and slide the crossrail back and forth slightly to be sure the latch snaps securely into place D If you need to carry long items move the crossrails as far apart as they will go Tie the load to the crossrails and the siderails or siderail supports Also tie the load to the bumpers Do not tie ...

Страница 136: ...burn in your ashtrays To remove the front ashtray press the retainer spring and pull the ashtray toward you To replace the ashtray place the ashtray on the slides at the side of its location in the instrument panel Then slide the ashtray back to its original position To use the cigarette lighter push it in all the way and let go When it s ready it will pop back out by itself NOTICE Holding a cigar...

Страница 137: ...the pull tab When not in use always cover the rear outlet with the protective cap Certain accessory power plugs may not be compatible to the accessory power outlets and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on the accessory power outlets Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the top and bottom visors if equi...

Страница 138: ...be closed or opened Use care not to leave the sunroof open for long periods of time as debris may collect in the tracts If the battery has been recharged disconnected or is not working you may need to reprogram the sunroof To do this start the vehicle and press the forward side of the sunroof switch until the glass panel moves to a fully closed position Release and press again to move to the vent ...

Страница 139: ...ches 5 to 13 cm away from the surface of the HomeLink Transmitter so that you can still see the indicator light 3 Using both hands press the hand held transmitter button and the desired button on the HomeLink Transmitter Continue to press both buttons through Step 4 4 Hold down both buttons until you see the light on the HomeLink Transmitter flash rapidly The rapid flashing indicates that the Home...

Страница 140: ...y for one to two seconds then turns solid the garage door opener has a rolling code system In a rolling code system the garage door motor head unit must be trained to the HomeLink Transmitter Training a Garage Opener with a Rolling Code Feature If Equipped If you have not previously programmed the hand held transmitter to the HomeLinkR Transmitter see Programming the Transmitter listed previously ...

Страница 141: ...s Accessories Accessories for the HomeLinkR Transmitter are available from the manufacturer of the unit If you would like additional information please call 1 800 355 3515 OnStarR System If Equipped OnStar is a vehicle communications system that offers a variety of services and provides a hands free communication link between you and the OnStar Center A service subscription agreement and fee are r...

Страница 142: ...de the advisor will assist you with steps to take to make sure that the system is functioning properly If you cannot contact the advisor take your vehicle to your dealership as soon as possible for assistance Safety and Security Services D Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment If an air bag deploys a priority emergency signal is sent automatically to the center An advisor will locate your v...

Страница 143: ... planning and other unique items and services D Ride Assist An advisor can locate transportation in the event that you are unable to drive OnStar System Limitations Complete limitations can be found on the subscriber services agreement OnStar Service is D available in the 48 contiguous United States Alaska Hawaii and Canada D available when the vehicle is within the operating range of a cellular p...

Страница 144: ...2 66 The Instrument Panel Your Information System ...

Страница 145: ...ction Lever F Instrument Panel Cluster G Gearshift Lever H Tow Haul Selector Switch I Audio System J Comfort Control System K Instrument Panel Fuse Block L Hood Release M Center Instrument Panel Utility Block N Tilt Lever If Equipped O Parking Brake Release P Lighter and Accessory Power Outlets Q Rear Window Defogger Switch If Equipped R Storage Area or Compact Disc Player If Equipped S Ashtray T ...

Страница 146: ...anada and Light Duty Transmission clusters are similar Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you have and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically ...

Страница 147: ...urn the ignition off press and hold the reset button for at least four seconds The hour meter will be displayed for up to 30 seconds or until the ignition is turned on Tachometer Your tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Warning Lights Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle The pictures will help you locate th...

Страница 148: ...n be costly and even dangerous So please get to know your warning lights and gages They re a big help Your vehicle also has a driver information system that works along with the warning lights and gages See Message Center in the Index Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START a chime will come on for about six seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts unless the...

Страница 149: ...is ready If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the air bag system may not be working properly The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even in...

Страница 150: ...essories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an extended period This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle As engine speeds are increased this condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to create maximum power You can only drive for a short time with the reading in either ...

Страница 151: ...tem inspected right away United States Canada This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer ...

Страница 152: ...k brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Engine Coolant Temperature Gage United States Canada This gage shows the engine coolant temperature It also provides an indicator of how hard your vehicle is working During a majority of the operation the gag...

Страница 153: ...smission fluid temperature falls below 260_F 127_C See Message Center in the Index for further information If the transmission fluid reaches temperatures of approximately 275_F 135_C or greater the message center will display a TRANS HOT IDLE ENG warning message Pull the vehicle off the roadway when it is safe to do so Set the parking brake place the transmission in PARK P and allow the engine to ...

Страница 154: ... basis see Scheduled Maintenance in the Index for the proper transmission maintenance intervals Low Traction Light If Equipped If you have the Traction Assist System this light will come on when the system is limiting wheel spin See Traction Assist System in the Index You may feel or hear the system working or notice a lack of accelerator response but this is normal The LOW TRACTION light also com...

Страница 155: ...you move the shift lever to FIRST 1 the light will come on and stay on to indicate that the Traction Assist System is off This is normal operation To turn the system back on move the shift lever back to a position other than FIRST 1 the light should go off See Traction Assist System in the Index D The light will come on and stay on if the TAS automatic engagement feature has been turned off To tur...

Страница 156: ...ner environment The SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your...

Страница 157: ... damage the emission control system on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required D Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle D Reducing vehicle speed...

Страница 158: ... turn the light off Have you recently changed brands of fuel If so be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel See Fuel in the Index Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed You may notice this as stalling after start up stalling when you put the vehicle into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditions may go away...

Страница 159: ...perly Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD on board diagnostic system determines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission co...

Страница 160: ...perating range A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure Check your oil as soon as possible See Check Eng Oil Pressure and Engine Oil in the Index 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 ...

Страница 161: ...ates Canada The CRUISE light comes on whenever you set your cruise control See Cruise Control in the Index Tow Haul Light This message is displayed when the tow haul mode has been activated For more information see Tow Haul Mode in the Index ...

Страница 162: ... more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank D The gage goes back to empty when you turn off the ignition Message Center The message center is located on the left side of the instrument panel cluster It gives you important safety and...

Страница 163: ...ories such as the radio and the air conditioner Trans Fluid Hot If you have an automatic transmission you have a transmission temperature warning display contained in the message center If the transmission fluid temperature becomes high the message center will display this message When the transmission enters the protection mode you may notice a change in the transmission shifting patterns When th...

Страница 164: ... transmission maintenance intervals Trans Hot Idle Engine Your vehicle has a transmission over temperature display contained in the message center If this warning message is displayed pull the vehicle off the roadway when it is safe to do so Set the parking brake and place the transmission in PARK P Idle the engine until the message center no longer displays a message If idling the engine does not...

Страница 165: ... maintenance intervals Low Coolant This message is displayed when the cooling system is low on coolant The engine may overheat See Engine Coolant in the Index and have your vehicle serviced as soon as you can Check Coolant Temp This message is displayed when the cooling system temperature gets hot Check the coolant temperature gage and the coolant level See Engine Coolant and Engine Coolant Temper...

Страница 166: ...sure This message is displayed when the engine oil pressure is low See Oil Pressure Gage in the Index for more information Check Eng Oil Level This message is displayed when the engine oil level is low Once oil is added it may need time to drain and settle in the engine before this message will turn off It is best to let the engine cool down if it is hot or warm up if it is cold and cycle the igni...

Страница 167: ...so monitors the PasslockR System If the security message is displayed continuously while driving and stays on there may be a problem with the Passlock System Your vehicle will not be protected by Passlock and you should see your GM dealer Service 4WD If Equipped If the Service 4WD message comes on there may be a problem with the automatic transfer case and service is required Malfunctions can be i...

Страница 168: ...Control This message is displayed when a possible problem exists with the Autoridet system if equipped For more information see Autoridet in the Index Cargo Door Ajar This message is displayed when the rear liftglass liftgate or panel doors are ajar when the ignition is in RUN Low Fuel This message is displayed when your vehicle is low on fuel Refer to the fuel gage for a better indication of the ...

Страница 169: ...ystem 3 15 Audio Systems 3 15 Setting the Clock for Systems with SET Button 3 15 Setting the Clock for Systems with HR and MN Buttons 3 15 AM FM Stereo 3 17 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player If Equipped 3 19 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 24 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped 3 28 Rear Seat Audio If Equ...

Страница 170: ...r through the instrument panel outlets BI LEVEL Air is delivered through the heater floor outlets as well as the instrument panel outlets The air flow can be divided between VENT and HEATER depending upon where the knob is placed between the settings HEATER This setting directs most of the warmed air through the heater floor outlets and the rest of the air is divided between the windshield defrost...

Страница 171: ...outlets BI LEVEL Air is delivered through the instrument panel outlets and the heater floor outlets The air flow can be divided between PANEL and HEATER depending upon where the knob is placed between the settings Pressing the A C button while in this mode causes cooler air to come out of the instrument panel outlets and warmer air to come out of the heater floor outlets HEATER This setting direct...

Страница 172: ...g the RECIRCULATION button will cancel the OUTSIDE AIR button To return to normal operation and to prevent stale air be sure to return the OUTSIDE AIR Between HEATER and BLEND mode outside air is forced to reduce window fogging If the RECIRCULATION button is pressed the LED indicator will flash three times indicating that forced outside air is activated and RECIRCULATION is not available The auto ...

Страница 173: ...Knob The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the desired air temperature in your vehicle This knob will allow you to adjust the interior air temperature independent of the function knob setting Move the knob clockwise toward 82 for warmer air Move the knob counterclockwise toward 66 for cooler air When the system is set for automatic operation sensors will control the fan blower speed...

Страница 174: ... if necessary With the automatic setting the air conditioning compressor automatically cycles when needed to cool the air In cold weather when the system senses the need for heat the airflow will be directed out of the floor outlets As the interior temperature approaches a desired setting the fan speed will decrease To maintain interior comfort the airflow will adjust between the instrument panel ...

Страница 175: ...h the heater outlets The air 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 outside air entering your vehicle This is helpful when...

Страница 176: ...send cooled or heated air to the rear of the vehicle Rear Air Conditioning Without Rear Heater If Equipped Front Control To increase and decrease the flow of cooled air to the rear vents turn the knob to the blower speed you want The knob has three speed positions To increase the flow of cooled air turn the switch toward 3 To decrease the flow of cooled air turn it toward 1 To turn the fan off tur...

Страница 177: ... right control on the control Turn the knob clockwise for floor vent airflow or counterclockwise for headliner vent airflow Generally the upper vents are used for air conditioning and the floor vents for heating The control knob can be set to any blend setting To adjust the air temperature turn the temperature knob on the center of the control panel For warmer air turn the knob clockwise toward re...

Страница 178: ... the front control An OFF setting located on the front climate control panel also allows the driver to turn off the rear passenger seat controls from the front seat To adjust the air temperature turn the temperature knob on the center of the control panel For warmer air turn the knob clockwise toward 82_F 28_C Turn the knob counterclockwise toward 66_F 19_C for cooler air To regulate the airflow l...

Страница 179: ...ction to reduce window fogging The A C button below the mode knob allows the air coming into your vehicle to be cooled This setting is useful for normal cooling on hot days When you use A C with the RECIRCULATION button pushed in turn off recirculation as soon as the vehicle reaches a comfortable interior temperature Maximum air conditioning performance is obtained by pressing the A C button the R...

Страница 180: ...o heat the passenger compartment The use of an engine coolant heater also reduces the time it takes for the engine to reach normal operating temperature For more information see Engine Coolant Heater in the Index Defogging and Defrosting On cool humid days use DEFOG to keep the windshield and side windows clear Use DEFROST to remove fog or ice from the windshield in extremely humid or cold conditi...

Страница 181: ...amage the warming grid and the repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty Ventilation System For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed use VENT to direct outside air through your vehicle Air will flow through the instrument panel outlets Your vehicle s ventilation system supplies outside air to the inside of your vehicle when it is moving With the side windows closed...

Страница 182: ...et does not completely shut off airflow 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 your windows D When you enter a vehicle in cold weather turn the fan knob all the way to the right for a few moments before driving This helps clear the intake...

Страница 183: ...d hold HR until the correct hour appears on the display Press and hold MN until the correct minute appears on the display To display the clock with 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 Playing the Radio VOLUME This knob turns the system on and off and co...

Страница 184: ...button the station you set will return 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton In addition to the four stations already set up to three more stations may be preset on each band by pressing two adjoining buttons at the same time Just 1 Tune in the desired station 2 Press SET SET will appear on the display 3 Press two adjoining buttons at the same time within five seconds Whenever you press the same ...

Страница 185: ...lower knob to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 TUNE Turn the lower knob to tune in radio stations SEEK Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station PUSHBUTTONS The four numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 21 stations seven AM seven FM1 and seven FM2 Just 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to se...

Страница 186: ...se treble If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Adjusting the Speakers BAL Turn the control behind the upper knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Turn the control behind the lower knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speaker...

Страница 187: ...e use the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Insert the adapter into the cassette slot 3 Within five seconds press and hold the REV and FWD buttons at the same time for three seconds The tape symbol on the display will flash showing that the broken tape detection feature is no longer active This override routine will remain active until EJECT is pressed AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player an...

Страница 188: ...ored 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 on the display SCAN allows you to listen to stations for a few seconds The receiver will continue to scan and momentarily stop at each st...

Страница 189: ...splay will go blank If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them AUTO TONE Press this button to select among the six preset equalization settings and tailor the sound to the music or voice being heard Each time you press the button the selection will switch to one of the preset settings of CLASSIC NEW...

Страница 190: ... PROG 2 Press this button to switch from one side of the tape to the other NEXT 3 Press the NEXT button or the SEEK right arrow to search for the next selection A minimum three second blank gap is required for the player to stop at the beginning of the selection The tape direction arrow will blink during the SEEK operation The sound will mute while searching for the next selection REV 4 Press this...

Страница 191: ...e to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index After you clean the player press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator The radio will display to show the indicator was reset CD Adapter Kits It is possible to use a portable CD player adapter kit with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape player ...

Страница 192: ...vel Turn the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the SCV Then as you drive SCV automatically increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any particular speed The 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 vehicl...

Страница 193: ...er the AM FM1 or FM2 mode and then press P SCAN It will scan through each station stored on your pushbuttons and stop for a few seconds before continuing to scan through all of the pushbuttons Press P SCAN again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning to listen to a specific stored station P SCAN will light up on the display while in this mode If one of the stations stored on a pushbutton is to...

Страница 194: ...s knob to release it from its stored position Turn the control clockwise to adjust the sound to the front speakers and counterclockwise for the rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them Playing a Compact Disc PWR Press this knob to turn the system on You can also turn the system on when you...

Страница 195: ...o resume playing RECALL Press this button to see what track is playing Press it again within five seconds to see how long the CD has been playing that track Elapsed time is displayed in minutes and seconds The track number will also appear when a new track begins to play Press RECALL again to return to the time display AM FM While in the CD mode press this button to stop playing the CD and play th...

Страница 196: ...hen the primary radio power is off VOL Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob clockwise to increase volume and counterclockwise to decrease volume Push the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it The upper VOL knob controls the upper headphone and the lower VOL knob controls the lower headphone AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 If the front p...

Страница 197: ... tape CD in the player and the radio playing press this button to play a cassette tape CD Press AM FM to return to the radio when a cassette tape CD is playing The inactive tape CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening Remote Cassette Tape Player If Equipped If you have an AM FM Stereo Audio Compact Disc Automatic Tone Control System that includes a remote cassette player the ca...

Страница 198: ... plays the last selected station during REV 5 Press this pushbutton to turn Dolby NR on and off Dolby NR is active when a tape is inserted in the remote cassette The double D symbol will appear on the display 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 FW...

Страница 199: ...rocedure If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse between any steps the radio automatically reverts to time and you must start the procedure over at Step 4 1 Write down any three or four digit number from 000 to 1999 and keep it in a safe place separate from the vehicle 2 Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN 3 Turn the radio off 4 Press the 1 and 4 buttons together Hold them down until shows o...

Страница 200: ...forget your code contact your dealer Disabling the Theft Deterrent Feature Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press the 1 and 4 buttons together Hold them down until SEC shows on the display 4 Press MN and 000 will appear on the display 5 Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with y...

Страница 201: ...e loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage D Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting D Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile tel...

Страница 202: ...see if it is the tape or the tape player at fault If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality clean the tape player The recommended cleaning method for your cassette tape player is the use of a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealer...

Страница 203: ...ced Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust If the surface of a disc is soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution and clean it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the side without writing when handling discs Pick up discs by grasping the ou...

Страница 204: ...icle 4 6 Braking 4 9 Traction Assist System Option 4 11 Steering 4 13 Off Road Recovery 4 14 Passing 4 15 Loss of Control 4 16 Off Road Driving with Your Four Wheel Drive Vehicle 4 31 Driving at Night 4 32 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 35 City Driving 4 36 Freeway Driving 4 37 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 38 Highway Hypnosis 4 38 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 40 Winter Driving 4 44 Recreationa...

Страница 205: ...eventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call ...

Страница 206: ... 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 the pr...

Страница 207: ...me 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 driving sk...

Страница 208: ...l 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 and j...

Страница 209: ... Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 10...

Страница 210: ...mp 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 braki...

Страница 211: ...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 This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates ...

Страница 212: ...g Traction Assist System Option Your vehicle may have a Traction Assist System TAS that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the rear wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system reduces engine power to limit wheel spin This light will come on when the TAS is limiting whee...

Страница 213: ...ehicle is driven on a severely rough road When the vehicle leaves the rough surface slows down or stops the light will go off and TAS will be on again This is normal D A Traction Assist System Anti Lock Brake System or engine related problem has been detected and the vehicle needs service See Traction Off Light in the Index The Traction Assist System as delivered from the factory will automaticall...

Страница 214: ...se the TAS button and both pedals 5 Turn off the ignition and wait a few seconds The next time you start your vehicle the TAS will not automatically come on You can restore the automatic feature by using the same procedure Whether the TAS is set to come on automatically or not you can always turn the system on or off by pressing the TAS on off button Steering Power Steering If you lose power steer...

Страница 215: ... the accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you want it to go and slow down Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed Of course the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions Under less favorable conditions you ll want to go slower If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while your front wheels are s...

Страница 216: ... 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 your ve...

Страница 217: ...ndicates 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 Also ...

Страница 218: ...ens 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 of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to e...

Страница 219: ...recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow 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 Off Road Driving with Your Four Wheel Drive Vehicle This off road guide is for vehicles that have four wheel drive Also see Anti Lock Brakes in the Index If your vehicle doesn t have fo...

Страница 220: ...nt bumper The following steps must be performed on each of the push pins to remove the air dam 1 Insert the blade portion of a flat tip screwdriver into the push pin slot and pull downward until the push pin snaps loose 2 While continuing to pull downward on the push pin squeeze and turn the expandable end of the push pin with a pair of pliers until it releases from the retainer ...

Страница 221: ...per air flow to the engine and may allow things like fog lamps or tow hooks on the front of your vehicle to be damaged Always be sure to replace the front bumper air dam when you re finished off road driving To reinstall the lower air dam 1 Line up each push pin with its intended retainer and push the washer portion of the push pin towards the retainer until it locks into place 2 Push the flat end...

Страница 222: ...heaviest things should be on the load floor and forward of your rear axle Put heavier items as far forward as you can D Be sure the load is secured properly so driving on the off road terrain doesn t toss things around CAUTION D Cargo on the load floor piled higher than the seatbacks can be thrown forward during a sudden stop You or your passengers could be injured Keep cargo below the top of the ...

Страница 223: ...he vehicle s exhaust system Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip especially when going to a remote area Know the terrain and plan your route You are much less likely to get bad surprises Get accurate maps of trails and terrain Try to learn of any blocked or closed roads It s also a good idea to travel with at least one other vehicle If something happens to one of them the oth...

Страница 224: ...of terrain You need to be familiar with the terrain and its many different features Here are some things to consider Surface Conditions Off roading can take you over hard packed dirt gravel rocks grass sand mud snow or ice Each of these surfaces affects the steering acceleration and braking of your vehicle in different ways Depending upon the kind of surface you are on you may experience slipping ...

Страница 225: ...erceptions and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You could have a serious or even fatal accident if you drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking See Drunken Driving in the Index Driving on Off Road Hills Off road driving often takes you up down or across a hill Driving safely on hills requires good judgment and an understanding of what your vehicle can a...

Страница 226: ... if you don t know It s the smart way to find out D Is the hill simply too rough Steep hills often have ruts gullies troughs and exposed rocks because they are more susceptible to the effects of erosion Driving Uphill Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill you need to take some special steps D Use a low gear and get a firm grip on the steering wheel D Get a smooth start up the hill and t...

Страница 227: ...t do First here s what you should do D Push the brake pedal to stop the vehicle and keep it from rolling backwards Also apply the parking brake D If your engine is still running shift the transmission to REVERSE R release the parking brake and slowly back down the hill in REVERSE R D If your engine has stopped running you ll need to restart it With the brake pedal pressed and the parking brake sti...

Страница 228: ...must back straight down the hill Q Suppose after stalling I try to back down the hill and decide I just can t do it What should I do A Set the parking brake put your transmission in PARK P and turn off the engine Leave the vehicle and go get some help Exit on the uphill side and stay clear of the path the vehicle would take if it rolled downhill Do not shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL when you l...

Страница 229: ...ng your vehicle under control at all times CAUTION Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakes to overheat and fade This could cause loss of control and a serious accident Apply the brakes lightly when descending a hill and use a low gear to keep vehicle speed under control Q Are there some things I should not do when driving down a hill A Yes These are important because if you igno...

Страница 230: ...ck width the distance between the left and right wheels may not prevent the vehicle from tilting and rolling over Also driving across an incline puts more weight on the downhill wheels This could cause a downhill slide or a rollover D Surface conditions can be a problem when you drive across a hill Loose gravel muddy spots or even wet grass can cause your tires to slip sideways downhill If the veh...

Страница 231: ...ing on an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you re crossing an incline be sure you and your passengers get out on the uphill side even if the door there is harder to open If you get out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll over you ll be right in its path If you have to walk down the slope stay out of the path the vehicle will take if it does roll over CAUTION Getting out on the d...

Страница 232: ...ction Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction On these surfaces it s very easy to lose control On wet ice for example the traction is so poor that you will have difficulty accelerating And if you do get moving poor steering and difficult braking can cause you to slide out of control CAUTION Driving on frozen lakes ponds or rivers can be dangerous Underwater springs currents under th...

Страница 233: ...h away the ground from under your tires and you could lose traction and roll the vehicle over Don t drive through rushing water See Driving Through Water in the Index for more information on driving through water After Off Road Driving Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody chassis or under the hood These accumulations can be a fire hazard After operation in mud or sand hav...

Страница 234: ... 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 No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also a...

Страница 235: ...ract 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 it Driv...

Страница 236: ...ugh 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 a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car w...

Страница 237: ...r vehicle If you can t avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing water as you might at a low water crossing your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle If this happens you and the other vehi...

Страница 238: ...a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip D Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving D Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start t...

Страница 239: ...you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust...

Страница 240: ...ey Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service 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 b...

Страница 241: ... leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips 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 int...

Страница 242: ...AUTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do 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 lo...

Страница 243: ... 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 your tire...

Страница 244: ...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 an othe...

Страница 245: ...summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe D Turn on your hazard flashers D Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow D Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing t...

Страница 246: ...u must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery or batteries charged You will need a well charged battery or batteries to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine ...

Страница 247: ...l drive vehicles should not be towed with all four wheels on the ground Two wheel drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed To properly tow these vehicles they should be placed on a platform trailer with all four wheels off the ground In rare cases when it s unavoidable that a two wheel drive vehicle is to be towed with all four wheels on the ground the prop...

Страница 248: ...hift the transmission to PARK P 3 Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle 4 Shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL N See Four Wheel Drive in the Index for the proper procedure to select the NEUTRAL position for your vehicle 5 Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the towing vehicle 6 Turn the ignition to OFF The OFF position unlocks the s...

Страница 249: ... in the Incomplete Vehicle Document in the cab The label shows the size of your original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle This is called the GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo ...

Страница 250: ...d the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle The Certification Tire label also contains information about your Front Axle Reserve Capacity See Front Axle Reserve Capacity later in this section And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on yo...

Страница 251: ...ing else they 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 inside the vehicle so that some of them are...

Страница 252: ... the CWR for your vehicle Weigh your vehicle with the trailer attached so that you won t go over the GVWR or GAWR If you are using a weight distributing hitch weigh the vehicle without the equalizer bars in place You ll get the best performance if you spread out the weight of your load the right way and if you choose the correct hitch and trailer brakes For more information see Trailer Towing in t...

Страница 253: ... a trailer with your vehicle Additional rear axle maintenance is required for a vehicle used to tow a trailer See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section If yours was built with trailering options as many are it s ready for heavier tra...

Страница 254: ...e This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads D You should tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the transmission to THIRD 3 or if necessary a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts too often e g under heavy loads and or hilly conditions If you have a manual transmission and you are towing a trailer it s better not to use FIFTH 5 gear Just drive in F...

Страница 255: ...Operating the vehicle in tow haul when lightly loaded or with no trailer at all will not cause damage However there is no benefit to the selection of tow haul when the vehicle is unloaded Such a selection when unloaded may result in unpleasant engine and transmission driving characteristics and reduced fuel economy Tow haul is recommended only when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load ...

Страница 256: ...00 lbs 3 538 kg Suburban Yukon XL 4 10 8 800 lbs 3 992 kg K 1500 4WD Engine Trans Axle Ratio Max Trailer Wt 4800 V8 3 73 6 700 lbs 3 039 kg 4 10 7 700 lbs 3 493 kg 5300 V8 3 73 7 700 lbs 3 493 kg 4 10 8 700 lbs 3 946 kg 5300 V8 3 73 7 600 lbs 3 447 kg Suburban Yukon XL 4 10 8 600 lbs 3 901 kg Weight distributing hitch tongue weight 10 to 15 of trailer weight 1 200 lbs 544 kg maximum ...

Страница 257: ... Suburban Yukon XL 4 10 10 000 lbs 4 536 kg 8100 V8 3 73 10 500 lbs 4 763 kg 4 10 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg Weight distributing hitch tongue weight 10 to 15 of trailer weight 1 200 lbs 544 kg maximum 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 Cana...

Страница 258: ...carrying or a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight for your vehicle After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they aren t you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items a...

Страница 259: ...riving Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer For trailers up to 5 000 lbs 2 270 kg you may attach the...

Страница 260: ...s the fluid to the rear brakes But don t use copper tubing for this If you do it will bend and finally break off Use steel brake tubing Driving with a Trailer CAUTION If you have a rear most window open and you pull a trailer with your vehicle carbon monoxide CO could come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness or death See Engine Exhaust in the Index To maximize ...

Страница 261: ...g This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden tu...

Страница 262: ... sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well You can tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the transmission to THIRD 3 or if necessary a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts ...

Страница 263: ...ft into PARK P 5 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear and not in NEUTRAL N 6 Release the regular brakes 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...

Страница 264: ...railer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engine oil axle lubricant belts belt cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you ...

Страница 265: ...harness connector can be plugged into a seven pin universal heavy duty trailer connector available through your dealer The seven wire harness contains the following trailer circuits D Yellow Left Stop Turn Signal D Dark Green Right Stop Turn Signal D Brown Taillamps D White Ground D Light Green Back up Lamps D Red Battery Feed D Dark Blue Trailer Brake If you need to upgrade your vehicle to heavy ...

Страница 266: ...cuits D Yellow Left Stop Turn Signal D Dark Green Right Stop Turn Signal D Brown Taillamps D White Ground D Light Green Back up Lamps D Red Battery Feed D Dark Blue Trailer Brake A jumper harness for an electric trailer brake controller and a trailer battery feed fuse are included with this trailering package See Instrument Panel Jumper Wiring Harness later in this section If you need to tow a lig...

Страница 267: ...cle only use it when your vehicle is stationary or anchored NOTICE Using a power winch with the transmission in gear may damage the transmission When operating a power winch always leave the transmission in NEUTRAL N Use the regular brakes set the parking brake or block the wheels to keep your vehicle from rolling Step Bumper Pad If your vehicle has a rear step bumper it may be equipped with a rea...

Страница 268: ...s that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 8 Engine Overheating 5 11 Cooling System 5 17 Engine Fan Noise 5 17 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 18 Changing a Flat Tire 5 34 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Страница 269: ...way 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 use them to warn ...

Страница 270: ...ty to burn you If you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelcoR battery in your vehicle has a built in hydrometer Do not charge test or jump start the battery if the hydrometer looks clear or light yellow Replace the battery when there is ...

Страница 271: ...our wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is not in NEUTRAL N 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or accessory power outlets Turn off all lamps that aren t needed as well as radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries In addition it could save your radio NOTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly...

Страница 272: ...fluid contains acid that can burn you Don t get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a ...

Страница 273: ...Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery s negative cable Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part of the vehicle with the dead battery or to ...

Страница 274: ...bly needs service 12 Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting Take care that they don t touch each other or any other metal Jumper Cable Removal A Heavy Unpainted Metal Engine Part B Good Battery C Dead Battery 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the heavy unpainted metal engine part on the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from...

Страница 275: ...ent panel See Message Center in the Index Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode V8 Engines Only Should an overheated engine condition exist and the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is displayed an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage In this mode you will notice a loss in power and engine performance This operating mode allows your vehi...

Страница 276: ...of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle ...

Страница 277: ... If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s still no sign of steam push down the accelera...

Страница 278: ...5 11 Cooling System When you decide it s safe to lift the hood here s what you ll see 8100 V8 Engines All Other Engines A Coolant Surge Tank B Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap C Engine Fan ...

Страница 279: ... vehicle NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOLR silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion may result In addition the engine coola...

Страница 280: ...re cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is hot Wait...

Страница 281: ...d get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTICE In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts So use the recommended coolant CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains e...

Страница 282: ...upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left about one full turn If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it 3 Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture to the FILL COLD mark ...

Страница 283: ...r hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FILL COLD mark 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight ...

Страница 284: ...gages If a Tire Goes Flat It s unusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot...

Страница 285: ... injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put an automatic transmission shift lever in PARK P or shift a manual transmission to FIRST 1 or REVERSE R 3 Turn off the engine 4 Put the wheel blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehi...

Страница 286: ... and Tools Utility Models Under Driver s Side Rear Seat A Tool Kit with Jack Tools and Gloves B Bracket and Wing Nut Utility Models Rear Access Panel A Speaker B Bottle Jack C Wing Nut D Retaining Hook E Tire Blocks F Cover Panel ...

Страница 287: ...river s seat and behind the left trim panel in the rear of the vehicle Skip the first step and follow the last three 1 Remove the tray to access the tools 2 There is a wing nut used to retain the tool kit To remove it turn the wing nut counterclockwise 3 To release the bottle jack from its holder turn the knob on the bottle jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head 4 The wheel blocks and the wh...

Страница 288: ...A Hoist Assembly B Wheel Wrench C Jack Handle Extensions D Hoist Shaft E Valve Stem Pointed Up F Spare Tire G Tire Retainer H Hoist Cable I Hoist Lock J Hoist Shaft Access Hole K Hoist End of Extension Tool ...

Страница 289: ... Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the ground Continue to turn the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle The wheel wrench has a hook that allows you to pull the hoist cable towards you to assist in reaching the spare tire 4 When the tire has been lowered tilt the retainer at the end of the cable so it can be pulled up through the...

Страница 290: ...5 23 Attach the wheel wrench to the jack handle extensions as needed Attach the jack handle to the jack Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the jack lift head to the lifting point ...

Страница 291: ...to remain with the center cap Remove the center cap If the wheel has a smooth center piece place the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry out Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1 Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen the wheel nuts Don t remove the wheel nuts yet ...

Страница 292: ... plow to the front of your vehicle lower the snow plow fully before raising the vehicle CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle...

Страница 293: ... head is positioned so that the rear axle is resting securely between the grooves that are on the jack head Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit back underneath the rear of the vehicle ...

Страница 294: ...r a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come l...

Страница 295: ...d of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each wheel nut by hand using the wheel wrench until the wheel is held against the hub Front Position Rear Position 1500 Series Rear Position 2500 Series 6 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the vehicle Lower the jack completely ...

Страница 296: ...se 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 the proper torque See Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel n...

Страница 297: ...rd 2 Tilt the retainer downward and through the wheel opening Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel 3 Attach the wheel wrench and extensions together Insert the hoist end through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft 4 Raise the tire part way upward Make sure the retainer is seated in the wheel opening 5 Raise the tire fully against the underside o...

Страница 298: ...ools and gloves in the tool bag and place in the retaining clip under the driver s side second seat 2 Tighten down with the wing nut 3 Then assemble wheel chocks and bottle jack together with the wing nut and retaining hook 4 Position behind the jack storage cover in the left rear side panel just below the speaker and tighten adjusting clockwise until the jack is secured tight in the mounting brac...

Страница 299: ... and tighten adjusting clockwise until the jack is secured tight in the mounting bracket Be sure to position the holes in the base of the jack onto the pin in the mounting bracket 4 Use the retaining clip to fasten the tool kit on the stud in the storage compartment in the rear left trim panel and turn the wing nut clockwise to secure 5 Return the storage tray Utility Models Under Driver s Side Re...

Страница 300: ...ttle Jack C Wing Nut D Retaining Hook E Tire Blocks F Cover Panel Suburban Yukon XL Models A Bottle Jack B Wheel Blocks C Wing Nut D Mounting Bracket E Removable Tray F Retaining Hook G Retaining Bracket and Wing Nut H Tool Kit with Jack Tools and Gloves ...

Страница 301: ... 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 shifting y...

Страница 302: ...d press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear By slowly spinning your wheels in the forward and reverse directions you will cause a rocking motion that may free your vehicle If that doesn t get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out Or you can use your recovery hooks if your vehicle has them If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle in the I...

Страница 303: ...hicle 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 304: ...System 6 14 Engine Oil 6 18 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 20 Passenger Compartment Air Filter If Equipped 6 21 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 25 Rear Axle 6 25 Four Wheel Drive 6 27 Engine Coolant 6 30 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 6 30 Power Steering Fluid 6 32 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 33 Brakes 6 37 Battery 6 37 Bulb Replacement 6 43 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 6 44 Tires 6 53 Appearance...

Страница 305: ...rvice 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 Your vehicle may have an air bag system If it does see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped V...

Страница 306: ...Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher It is recommended that the gasoline meet specifications which were developed by the American ...

Страница 307: ...r vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on and or your vehicle may fail a smog check test See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure In the e...

Страница 308: ...l Don t use it It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may be hard to find Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel Costly repairs ...

Страница 309: ...p is located on the driver s side of your vehicle While refueling hang the filler cap by the tether using the hook located on the inside of the filler door To remove the cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise ...

Страница 310: ...ng the Outside of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index NOTICE If you need a new cap be sur...

Страница 311: ...vehicle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground D Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete D Don t smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids li...

Страница 312: ...to the left of the steering wheel Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release located just to the passenger s side near the center of the grill Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all filler caps are on properly Pull down the hood and close it firmly ...

Страница 313: ...6 10 Engine Compartment Overview VORTEC 4800 5300 and 6000 V8 Engines When you open the hood on the VORTEC 5300 V8 engine VORTEC 4800 and 6000 V8 engines similar you ll see the following ...

Страница 314: ...tor D Engine Oil Dipstick E Automatic Transmission Dipstick If Equipped F Engine Oil Fill G Fan H Remote Negative Terminal GND I Power Steering Fluid Reservoir J Remote Positive Terminal K Brake Fluid Reservoir L Underhood Electrical Center M Battery N Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir ...

Страница 315: ...nt Surge Tank C Air Filter Restriction Indicator D Engine Oil Dipstick E Automatic Transmission Dipstick F Engine Oil Fill G Fan H Remote Negative Terminal GND I Remote Positive Terminal J Power Steering Fluid Reservoir K Brake Fluid Reservoir L Underhood Electrical Center M Battery N Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir ...

Страница 316: ...air or replacement of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or 2 The use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed or rendered inoperative by any person Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering are the acts listed below Ins...

Страница 317: ...te reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground All Other Engines 8100 Engines The engine oil dipstick has a yellow ring handle and is located on the passenger s side of the engine See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick mig...

Страница 318: ...s so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged All Other Engines 8100 Engines The engine oil fill cap for the VORTEC 4800 5300 6000 and 8100 V8 engines is located on the passenger s side engine valve cover See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Be sure to fill it enough to ...

Страница 319: ...ute API Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle as shown in the foll...

Страница 320: ... recommended oils with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good performance and engine protection When to Change Engine Oil Your vehicle has a computer that lets you know when to change your engine oil This is not based on mileage but on engine revolutions and engine operating temperature When the computer has calculated that the oil needs changing the GM Oil Life Systemtwill indicate t...

Страница 321: ... 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 recycling center for help Engine Air C...

Страница 322: ...hecover Then lift the cover upward and remove the filter from the engine air cleaner filter housing Care should be taken to dislodge as little dirt as possible 2 Clean the filter sealing surface and the filter housing 3 Install the new filter 4 Install the cover and tighten the screws on the air cleaner cover Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter See Owner C...

Страница 323: ...can easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you re driving Passenger Compartment Air Filter If Equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with a passenger compartment air filter The filter is located under the instrument panel below the glove compartment Your vehicle may or may not be equipped with an access panel To replace the passenger compar...

Страница 324: ... compartment air filter See Scheduled Maintenance in the Index Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions D In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature re...

Страница 325: ...n accurate reading if you check your transmission fluid Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you have been driving D When outside temperatures are above 90_F 32_C D At high speed for quite a while D In heavy traffic especially in hot weather D While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180_F to 2...

Страница 326: ...repare your vehicle as follows D Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running D With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P D With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P D Let the engine run at idle for three minutes or more Then without shutting...

Страница 327: ...ricants in the Index Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot A cold check is used only as a reference If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Don t overfill NOTICE We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRONR III because fluid wit...

Страница 328: ...r plug The proper level for the 2500 Series is from 0 to 3 8 inch 0 to 10 mm below the filler plug Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Four Wheel Drive Most lubricant checks in this section also apply to four wheel drive vehicles However they have ...

Страница 329: ...o overtighten plug What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Front Axle When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hol...

Страница 330: ...ains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating in the Index A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant will D Give freezing protection down to 34_F 37_C D Give boiling protection up to 265_F 129_C D Protect against rust and corrosion D Help keep the proper engine temperature D Let the warning l...

Страница 331: ...engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the e...

Страница 332: ...ot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the FILL COLD mark If the LOW COOLANT light comes on and stays on it means you re low on engine coolant See Low Coolant in the Index Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture at the surge tank but only when the engine is cool CAUTION You can be burned if you spil...

Страница 333: ...ap must be fully installed on the coolant surge tank NOTICE Your coolant surge tank pressure cap is a 15 psi 105 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating Power Steering Fluid All Other Engines ...

Страница 334: ...id Turn the key off let the engine compartment cool down wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the FULL COLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark What to Use ...

Страница 335: ...NOTICE D When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water D Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid D Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it s very cold This allows for...

Страница 336: ... your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid won t correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid it can ...

Страница 337: ... 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 system you...

Страница 338: ...pill brake fluid on your vehicle If you 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 br...

Страница 339: ...f there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign of brake trouble Brake Adjustment Every time you make a brake stop your disc brakes adjust for wear 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...

Страница 340: ...e 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 For your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index To reprogram your sunroof see Sunroof also in the Index Bulb Replaceme...

Страница 341: ...h Beam Headlamp 2 Pull the headlamp lens assembly out 3 Unplug the electrical connector 4 Turn the old bulb counterclockwise and remove it from the headlamp lens assembly 5 Put the new bulb into the lens assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight Use care not to touch the bulb with your fingers or hands 6 Plug in the electrical connector 7 Put the headlamp lens assembly back into the vehicle...

Страница 342: ...ase lever turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the turn signal lens housing 5 Remove the old bulb from the bulb socket 6 Put the new bulb into the bulb socket Use care not to touch the bulb with your fingers or hands 7 Put the bulb socket into the turn signal housing and turn it clockwise until it locks 8 Put the turn signal housing back onto the vehicle placing the hook and po...

Страница 343: ...6 40 Roof Marker Lamps 1 Remove the two screws and lift off the lens The center roof marker lamps has six screws to remove 2 Turn the old bulb counterclockwise to remove it from the socket ...

Страница 344: ...6 41 3 Put a new bulb into the socket and turn clockwise until it locks in place 4 Reinstall the lens and tighten the screws ...

Страница 345: ...y 3 Press the release tab and turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the taillamp housing 4 Pull the old bulb straight out from the socket 5 Press a new bulb into the socket insert the socket into the taillamp housing and turn the socket clockwise into the taillamp housing until it clicks 6 Reinstall the rear lamp assembly and tighten the screws ...

Страница 346: ... are removed in different ways For proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index Here s how to remove the Shepherd s Hook type To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly 1 Lift the wiper arm and turn the blade until it is facing away from the windshield 2 Push the release lever and slide the wiper assembly toward the driver s side of the vehicle 3 Install a new b...

Страница 347: ... serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued D Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold D Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a su...

Страница 348: ...0 psi 350 kPa When using the reduced tire inflation pressure settings don t exceed the following loading conditions GVWR 7900 lbs 3583 kg GAWR FRONT 3730 lbs 1692 kg GAWR REAR 4410 lbs 2000 kg When carrying loads greater than 8 passengers and 200 lbs 90 kg and or when pulling a trailer you must inflate your tires to the pressure shown on the Certification Tire label NOTICE Don t let anyone tell yo...

Страница 349: ...or damaged tires or wheels See When It s Time for New Tires and Wheel Replacement later in this section for more information Make sure the spare tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If it moves use the ratchet wheel wrench to tighten the cable See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools in the Index The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear...

Страница 350: ...ire 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 the ti...

Страница 351: ...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 and yo...

Страница 352: ...afety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performan...

Страница 353: ...overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed However if you no...

Страница 354: ...r tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement NOTICE The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and ch...

Страница 355: ...u do find traction devices that will fit install them on the rear tires NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If you have a tire size other than P265 75R16 LT265 75R16 P265 70R16 or P265 70R17 use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the tires of the rear axle Don t use chains on the tires of the front axle Tighten them ...

Страница 356: ...quer Thinner D Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle D Alcohol D Laundry Soap D Bleach D Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl leather plastic a...

Страница 357: ...roughly 5 As soon as you ve cleaned the section use a sponge to remove the suds 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean damp towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soile...

Страница 358: ...hoe polish on leather D Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the w...

Страница 359: ...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 BonAmiRPowder non scratchingglasscleaning 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 Clean the b...

Страница 360: ...y 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 only lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxing or...

Страница 361: ...necessary Use special care with aluminum trim To avoid damaging protective trim never use auto or chrome polish steam or caustic soap to clean aluminum A coating of wax rubbed to high polish is recommended for all bright metal parts Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels If Equipped Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water Rinse with clean water After rinsing tho...

Страница 362: ...body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the warranty Finish Damage Any stone chips fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair expens...

Страница 363: ...rbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle This damage can take two forms blotchy ringlet shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface Although no defect in the paint job causes this GM wi...

Страница 364: ... 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 Silicone...

Страница 365: ...s and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label located in the glove box It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is D your VIN D the model designation D paint infor...

Страница 366: ...t fixed Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other power accessories When the current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or goes away Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusi...

Страница 367: ...To remove fuses if you don t have a fuse extractor hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out You may have spare fuses located behind the fuse block access door These can be used to replace a bad fuse However make sure it is of the correct amperage NAME Usage L BODY Retained Accessory Power Relay LOCK Power Door Locks DRV UNLOCK Power Door Lock Relay LOCK Po...

Страница 368: ...Lamps Turn Signals Hazard Lamps UNLOCK Power Door Locks HTR A C Climate Control System WS WPR Windshield Wipers NAME Usage IGN 1 Ignition Instrument Panel AIR BAG Air Bag MIR LOCK Power Mirrors Power Door Locks DR LOCK Power Door Locks PWR WDO Power Window Circuit Breaker UNLOCK Power Door Lock Relay IGN 0 PRND321 Display Odometer PCM SEO IGN Special Equipment Option Ignition OnstarR SEO ACCY Spec...

Страница 369: ...O Special Equipment Option HTD ST Heated Seats HDLNR Headliner VANITY Headliner Wiring TRAILER Trailer Brake Wiring PWR ST Power Seats YE9 Not Used UPF Upfitter PARK LAMP Parking Lamps Relay FRT PRK EXPT Not Used SPARE 2 Not Used PUDDLE LP Not Used SL RIDE Not Used SPARE 3 Not Used INADV PWR Interior Lights Feed Relay CTSY LP Courtesy Lamps Relay CEL PHONE Cellular Telephone Wiring ...

Страница 370: ... right of the fuse relay center block once you remove the cover These are spare fuses and can be used accordingly You can remove fuses with a fuse extractor The fuse extractor is located in the underhood electrical center To remove fuses if you don t have a fuse extractor hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index...

Страница 371: ...6 68 ...

Страница 372: ... 1 Ignition Fuel Controls INJ B Ignition Fuel Controls Relay STARTER Starter Relay PARK LP Parking Lamps Name Usage FRT HVAC Climate Control System STOP LP Exterior Lamps Stoplamps ECM I PCM CHMSL Center High Mounted Stoplamp VEH STOP Stoplamps Cruise Control TRL B U Backup Lamps Trailer Wiring INJ A Fuel Controls Ignition RR HVAC Rear HVAC VEH B U Vehicle Backup Lamps ENG 1 Engine Controls Canist...

Страница 373: ...me Running Lamps Relay HTD MIR Heated Mirrors LT HDLP Left Headlamps Name Usage A C Air Conditioning AUX PWR Cigarette Lighter Auxiliary Power Outlets SEO 2 Special Equipment Option Power Power Seats Aux Roof Mnt Lamp SEO 1 Special Equipment Option Power Aux Roof Mnt Lamp Cell Phone OnstarR DRL Daytime Running Lamps A C A C Relay FOG LP Fog Lamps FOG LP Fog Lamps Relay RADIO Audio System Instrumen...

Страница 374: ... Used HORN Horn CTSY LP Interior Lamps RR WPR Rear Wipers TBC Body Control Module Remote Keyless Entry Headlamps Replacement Bulbs Low Beam Headlamps 2 9006 High Beam Headlamps 2 9005 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 2 3157KX Front Marker Lamp 2 194 Front Parking and Turn Lamp 2 3157A Rear Marker Lamp Taillamp and Stop Lamp 2 3157 Rear Turn Lamp 2 3157 Back up Lamp 2 3157 For replacement bulbs not listed...

Страница 375: ...irements Engine Type VIN Code Spark Plug Gap VORTEC 4800 V8 V 0 060 inches 1 52 mm VORTEC 5300 V8 T 0 060 inches 1 52 mm VORTEC 6000 V8 U 0 060 inches 1 52 mm VORTEC 8100 V8 G 0 060 inches 1 52 mm Wheels and Tires Model Description Torque C K 1500 6 bolts 14 mm 140 lb ft 190 N m C K 2500 8 bolts 14 mm 140 lb ft 190 N m Tire Pressure See the Certification Tire label on the rear edge of the driver s...

Страница 376: ...5 0 L VORTEC 5300 V8 Automatic with front A C 14 4 quarts 13 7 L VORTEC 5300 V8 Automatic with front and rear A C 15 8 quarts 15 0 L VORTEC 6000 V8 Automatic 15 8 quarts 15 0 L VORTEC 6000 V8 Automatic with engine oil cooler 15 4 quarts 14 6 L VORTEC 8100 V8 Automatic 20 7 quarts 19 6 L Vehicles equipped with the optional air conditioner Vehicles equipped with the optional engine oil cooler Add on...

Страница 377: ...ld be changed at every oil change Fuel Tank Capacity Type Quantity 4 Door Utility 26 0 U S gallons 98 4 L Suburban Yukon XL 1500 Series 32 5 U S gallons 123 0 L Suburban Yukon XL 2500 Series 38 5 U S gallons 147 6 L Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest information available at the time of printing and are subject to change If ...

Страница 378: ...5 PZTR5A15 PTJ16R15 PZTR5A15 PTJ16R15 PZTR5A15 Fuel Filter GF626 GF626 GF626 GF626 Wiper Blades Front 15706394 15706394 15706394 15706394 Wiper Blade Type Front ITTA ITTA ITTA ITTA Wiper Blade Length Front 22 inches 56 0 cm 22 inches 56 0 cm 22 inches 56 0 cm 22 inches 56 0 cm Wiper Blades Rear 22154396 22154396 22154396 22154396 Wiper Blade Type Rear ITTA ITTA ITTA ITTA Wiper Blade Length Rear 18...

Страница 379: ...e services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 5 Scheduled Maintenance 7 17 Part B Owner Checks and Services 7 22 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections 7 24 Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 27 Part E Maintenance Record ...

Страница 380: ...nt Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition please maintain your vehicle properly Maintenance Requirements Maintenance intervals checks inspections and recommended fluids and lubrican...

Страница 381: ...do the work If you want to get the service information see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your dealer s service department or another qualified service ...

Страница 382: ...r dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be replaced ...

Страница 383: ...owing Footnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be re...

Страница 384: ...and filter change The system won t detect dust in the oil So if you drive in a dusty area be sure to change your oil and filter every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or sooner if the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message appears Remember to reset the Oil Life System when the oil and filter have been changed See Oil Life System in the Index for information on resetting An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis compon...

Страница 385: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 7 ...

Страница 386: ...Scheduled Maintenance 7 8 ...

Страница 387: ...le seals for leaking 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 If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant veloc...

Страница 388: ...heck rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote 37 500 Miles 62 500 km j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check cons...

Страница 389: ...rmation See footnote 50 000 Miles 83 000 km j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle s GVWR is over 8600 lbs or 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 d...

Страница 390: ...ditions the filter may require replacement more often j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service j Replace fuel filter An Emission...

Страница 391: ...tate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km j If Equipped Replace passenger compartment air filter If you drive regularly under dusty conditions the filter may require replacement more often j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seal...

Страница 392: ...heck rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking j Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 97 500 Miles 162 500 km j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check con...

Страница 393: ...vy 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 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 j Change tran...

Страница 394: ...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 system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service ACTUAL SERVICED BY MILEAGE DATE ...

Страница 395: ...l andadd theproper oilif necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOLR coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshield W...

Страница 396: ...Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If it moves use the wheel wrench ratchet to tighten the cable See Storing the Spare Tire and Tools in the Index Engine Air Cleaner Filter Restriction Indicator Check Your vehicle has an indicator located on the air cleaner in the engine compartment that lets you know when the air cleaner filter is dirty and needs to be changed Check indicator at le...

Страница 397: ...More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment Starter Switch 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 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake See Parking Brake in the Index if n...

Страница 398: ... NOTE Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the key to the RUN position but don t start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P your vehicle needs service Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake...

Страница 399: ...ng your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only D To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake follo...

Страница 400: ...ion Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fum...

Страница 401: ...fluid loss could indicate a problem check and have it repaired if needed On manual shift transfer case oil the control lever pivot point 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 Insp...

Страница 402: ... 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only GM GoodwrenchR DEX COOLR or HavolineR DEX COOLR Coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11R Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer Solvent GM OptikleenR Washer Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Hydraulic Clutch System Hydraulic Clutch Flu...

Страница 403: ...ricant GM Part No 1052271 or equivalent USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Rear Axle SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant GM Part No 12378261 or equivalent meeting GM Specification 9986115 Automatic Transfer Case AUTO TRAK II Fluid GM Part No 12378508 Front Axle Propshaft Spline or One Piece Propshaft Spline Two Wheel Drive with Auto Trans Spline Lubricant Special Lubricant GM Part No 12345879 or lubricant meet...

Страница 404: ...r Hinge Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579 or equivalent Weatherstrip Squeaks Synthetic Grease with Teflon SuperlubeR GM Part No 12371287 or equivalent ...

Страница 405: ...ovided after the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Страница 406: ...7 28 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ...

Страница 407: ...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 408: ...s 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 contact...

Страница 409: ...hicle 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 and yo...

Страница 410: ...s 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 Text Telephones T...

Страница 411: ...istance 011 52 53 29 0 800 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 resource information such as area driver assessment centers and mobi...

Страница 412: ...ill 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 Trip Routing Custom made computerized highlighted maps using the most direct or scenic route are provided free of charge Maps inclu...

Страница 413: ...GMC Roadside Assistance at 1 800 GMC 8782 1 800 462 8782 Roadside Assistance prompt to reach a qualified representative who can assist you Text telephone TTY users call 1 888 889 2438 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...

Страница 414: ...ted If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged 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 ...

Страница 415: ...le Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers 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 Cou...

Страница 416: ...annot 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 TO THE...

Страница 417: ...ish 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 Owner Publications in Canada Owner s manuals are available for purchase for all current and most past model General Motors vehicles The toll free telephone number for ordering information in Canada is 1 800 668 5539 Service manuals may ...

Страница 418: ...ce information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle OWNER S INFORMATION Owner publications are written directly for Owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Inc...

Страница 419: ...0 00 2001 50 00 2001 20 00 2001 15 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 6 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 in U S...

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