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GMC 2004 Savana, Руководство пользователя

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Tires ............................................................. 5-57

Buying New Tires ........................................ 5-70
Chains ....................................................... 5-73
Changing a Flat Tire .................................... 5-75
Dual Tire Operation ..................................... 5-66
If a Tire Goes Flat ....................................... 5-74
Inflation - Tire Pressure ................................ 5-65
Inspection and Rotation ................................ 5-67
Uniform Tire Quality Grading ......................... 5-71
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ................. 5-72
Wheel Replacement ..................................... 5-72
When It Is Time for New Tires ...................... 5-69

To Use the Engine Coolant Heater .................... 2-23
Top Strap ...................................................... 1-49
Top Strap Anchor Location ............................... 1-50
Torque Lock ................................................... 2-29
Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires .................. 4-45
Tow/Haul Mode ............................................... 4-38
Tow/Haul Mode Light ....................................... 3-40
Towing

Recreational Vehicle ..................................... 4-31
Towing a Trailer .......................................... 4-37
Your Vehicle ............................................... 4-31

Traction

Stabilitrak

®

System ........................................ 4-9

Traction Control Operation ................................ 4-10
Trailer Brakes ................................................. 4-46
Trailer Wiring Harness ..................................... 4-50
Transfer Case ................................................ 5-47

Transmission

Fluid, Automatic ........................................... 5-19

Transmission Operation, Automatic .................... 2-24
Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit

Repair Manual ............................................ 7-12

Transportation Options ...................................... 7-8
Trip Odometer ................................................ 3-26
Turn and Lane Change Signals .......................... 3-8
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ........................... 3-8
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer .................. 4-48

U

Understanding Radio Reception ........................ 3-72
Uniform Tire Quality Grading ............................ 5-71
United States ................................................... 7-4
Using Cleaner on Fabric .................................. 5-93
Using Song List Mode ..................................... 3-70

V

Vehicle

Control ........................................................ 4-6
Damage Warnings ........................................... iv
Loading ...................................................... 4-31
Symbols ......................................................... iv

Vehicle Data Collection and Event

Data Records ............................................... 7-9

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Содержание 2004 Savana

Страница 1: ... 24 Audio System s 3 42 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 31 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 4 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 9 All Wheel Drive 5 47 Rear Axle 5 48 Front Axle 5 49 Noise Control System 5 50 Bulb Replacement 5 51 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 56 Tires 5 57 Appearance Care 5 92 Vehicle Identification 5 100 Electri...

Страница 2: ...anual in it so the new owner can use it Litho in U S A Part No X2414 A First Edition Copyright General Motors Corporation 06 18 03 All Rights Reserved Canadian Owners You can obtain a French copy of this manual from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people read their owner s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their ne...

Страница 3: ...g CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Don t Don t do this or Don t let this happen iii ...

Страница 4: ...abels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols used on your vehicle are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gage or indicator If you need help figuring out a specific name of a component gage or indicator ref...

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

Страница 6: ...Model Reference This manual covers these models Passenger Van Cargo Van Cab and Chassis vi ...

Страница 7: ... 1 36 Child Restraint Systems 1 42 Where to Put the Restraint 1 45 Top Strap 1 49 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 50 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 52 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System Rear 1 54 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System Front 1 54 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position 1 57 Securing a Child Restrai...

Страница 8: ...ir Bag Equipped Vehicle 1 78 Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle 1 79 Restraint System Check 1 79 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 79 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 1 80 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems 1 2 ...

Страница 9: ... to where you want it and then release the lever Try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place CAUTION You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not movi...

Страница 10: ...right or left To raise or lower the front of the seat cushion move the right lever up or down To raise or lower the rear of the seat cushion move the left lever up or down Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the seatback lift the front of the lever which is located on the inboard side of the seat cushion Move the seatback with your body and release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it Lean f...

Страница 11: ...b because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upri...

Страница 12: ... press the tip of a key into the release hole of the safety belt buckle while pulling up on the safety belt 2 Locate the pins There are two pins located on the inboard sides of the rear seats If the vehicle has floor mats the pins will be located under a flap that has been cut into the mat The driver s side pin will have an L marked on it and will look like this 1 6 ...

Страница 13: ...e pin on the other seat base 5 Pull the seat rearward about two inches 5 cm and then lift the seat from the floor rails 6 Remove the seat from the vehicle 7 For the first row rear seat stow the safety belt latch by attaching the clip on the safety belt latch to the trim just inside the side door For the remaining rear seats stow the safety belt latch plate on the clip at the window trim 1 7 ...

Страница 14: ... the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted 1 Position the seat into the open slots in both rails Push the seat forward in the rail hooking both seat bases onto the pins inside of the rails 2 To install the locking pins at the rear of the seat base locate the hole in the rail for the pin It is found on the inboard side of the seat If the vehicle has floor mats pull the f...

Страница 15: ... a floor mat put the flap back to its original position 7 Repeat this procedure for the other seat base 8 Connect the quick release latch plates for the lap shoulder belts by inserting the latch plates into the buckles attached at the outboard positions of the bench seat Do not twist the belt 9 Check that both locking pins are locked into place before operating the vehicle 1 9 ...

Страница 16: ...or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle ...

Страница 17: ...ven buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes...

Страница 18: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop 1 12 ...

Страница 19: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 13 ...

Страница 20: ...ide down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags why should I have to wear safety belts A Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ev...

Страница 21: ...operly This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see Older Children on page 1 32 or Infants and Young Children on page 1 36 Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you ll want to know which restraint syste...

Страница 22: ...e latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 32 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt 1 16 ...

Страница 23: ...aining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or crash Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you To move it down pull on the center adjuster control labeled PULL You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it do...

Страница 24: ...too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 1 18 ...

Страница 25: ...an be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 19 ...

Страница 26: ...ured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests 1 20 ...

Страница 27: ...eriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 21 ...

Страница 28: ... across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it 1 22 ...

Страница 29: ...ant 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 The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it s more likely that the fetus won t be hurt in a c...

Страница 30: ... you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Center Passenger Position 2nd Row If your vehicle has a second row bench seat someone can sit in the center position When you sit in the center position in the second row bench seat you have a lap shoulder belt which works the same way as the rear seat outside passengers belts...

Страница 31: ...hird fourth or fifth row bench seats someone can sit in the center positions When you sit in a center seating position in the third fourth or fifth row you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt 1 25 ...

Страница 32: ...le the safety belt quickly if you ever had to Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearin...

Страница 33: ...lder belt is pulled out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 32 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull down o...

Страница 34: ...at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash 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 T...

Страница 35: ...ve outgrown booster seats and for small adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and 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 booster seats and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoul...

Страница 36: ... s how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Locate the guide on the side of the seatback 2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 1 30 ...

Страница 37: ... and the guide on top 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1 26 Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides 1 31 ...

Страница 38: ...ou The extender will be just for you and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose Don t let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle s safety belts If you have the choice a child should sit in a seating positi...

Страница 39: ...ause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up or can be thrown out of the vehicle Older children need to use safety belts properly CAUTION Never do this Here two children are wearing the same belt The belt can t prop...

Страница 40: ...n and Small Adults on page 1 29 If the child is sitting in the second row center seat position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very close to the child s face or neck...

Страница 41: ...this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash 1 35 ...

Страница 42: ...the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by the appropriate restraint Young children should not use the vehicles safety belts without an additional restraint unless there is no other choice Cargo Vans with a Passenger Air Bag and...

Страница 43: ...oesn 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 1 37 ...

Страница 44: ...hich it will be used For most basic types of child restraints there are many different models available When purchasing a child restraint be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle If it is the restraint 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 limitatio...

Страница 45: ...is alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints Cargo Vans with a Passenger Air Bag and without an Air Bag Off Switch CAUTION Children who are up against or very close to an air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children but...

Страница 46: ...aints However infants who should be restrained in a rear facing child restraint cannot ride safely in this vehicle CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A young child s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Instead it may settle...

Страница 47: ...iding in a vehicle A baby doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms 1 41 ...

Страница 48: ... or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint 1 42 ...

Страница 49: ...ces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner and some high back booster seats have a five point harness A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window 1 43 ...

Страница 50: ...ch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side When choosing a child restraint be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is it will have a ...

Страница 51: ...iously injured or killed if the air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag If your vehicle has a right front passenger s air bag always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front pass...

Страница 52: ...ery close to the inflating air bag Be sure to turn off the air bag before using a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat position CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even though the air bag off switch is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal air bag no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an air bag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is ...

Страница 53: ...nflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Do not use a rear facing child restraint in this vehicle CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the front passenger position always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can m...

Страница 54: ...g a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat position CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even though the air bag off switch is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal air bag no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an air bag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off We recommend that rear facing child restraints be transported in ve...

Страница 55: ...llow the instructions for your child restraint If yours requires that the top strap be anchored don t use the restraint unless it is anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top strap one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a ...

Страница 56: ...ome loose or even break during a crash A child or others could be injured if this happens To help prevent injury to people and damage to your vehicle attach only one child restraint per bracket Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Top Strap Anchor Location On v...

Страница 57: ... four passenger rear bench seat The top strap is designed for the second row driver side position and the third fourth row center searing positions in a three passenger rear bench seat Anchor the top strap to this bracket For the second row only in the left outboard seating position use anchor point A For the right outboard seating position use anchor point B For a center seating position use eith...

Страница 58: ...seats in the driver and passenger side seating positions where the seatback meets the seat cushion This system designed to make installation of child restraints easier does not use the vehicle s safety belts Instead it uses vehicle anchors A B and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether strap C 1 52 ...

Страница 59: ...cated on the outboard and inboard positions of the seats CAUTION If a LATCH type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the re...

Страница 60: ... restraint simply unhook the top tether from the top tether anchorage and then disconnect the LATCH attachments from the LATCH anchorages Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System Front Unless your vehicle has an air bag off switch and you have used it to turn the passenger s air bag off never put a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger s seat Here s why CAUTION A...

Страница 61: ...secure a forward facing child restraint See Where to Put the Restraint on page 1 45 CAUTION If the air bag readiness light ever comes on when you have turned off the air bag it means that something may be wrong with the air bag system The right front passenger s air bag could inflate even though the switch is off If this ever happens don t let anyone whom the national government has identified as ...

Страница 62: ...her anchorage and then disconnect the LATCH attachments from the LATCH anchorages If you were using a rear facing child restraint in a vehicle with an air bag off switch turn on the right front passenger s air bag when you remove the rear facing child restraint from the vehicle unless the person who will be sitting there is a member of a passenger air bag risk group See Air Bag Off Switch on page ...

Страница 63: ...onal or local law requires that the top strap be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system you will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child re...

Страница 64: ...belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 58 ...

Страница 65: ... child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position 2nd Row If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchor...

Страница 66: ...t with a lap shoulder belt refer to the instructions in Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position on page 1 57 Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position 3rd 4th and 5th Row If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 52 See Top Strap on page 1 49 if the child restraint has one For veh...

Страница 67: ...hild restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt qu...

Страница 68: ...raint 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 Right Front Seat Position If your child restraint has the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 52 See Top Strap on page 1 49 if the child restraint has one Unless your vehicle has an air bag off switch and y...

Страница 69: ...air bag but does not have an air bag off switch do not use a rear facing child restraint in this vehicle Even though the air bag off switch is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal air bag no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued that an air bag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off GM recommends that rear fac...

Страница 70: ... be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position 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 If your vehicle has a passenger air bag and an air bag off switch and you are using a rear facing child restraint in this seat make sure the air bag is turned off See Air Bag O...

Страница 71: ...he belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 65 ...

Страница 72: ... child restraint in a vehicle with an air bag off switch turn on the right front passenger s air bag when you remove the rear facing child restraint from the vehicle unless the person who will be sitting there is a member of a passenger air bag risk group See Air Bag Off Switch on page 1 75 CAUTION If the right front passenger s air bag is turned off for a person who isn t in a risk group identifi...

Страница 73: ...ddle part of the steering wheel but it doesn t say AIR BAG on the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger s seat your vehicle has an air bag for the driver only If it says AIR BAG on the middle part of the steering wheel but there is no right front passenger seat your vehicle has an air bag for the driver only Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the ...

Страница 74: ...lover rear or low speed frontal crashes or in many side crashes And for some unrestrained occupants air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful air bags have provided in the past Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an air bag for that person CAUTION Air bags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye If yo...

Страница 75: ...its air bag system 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 Older Children on page 1 32 and Infants and Young Children on page 1 36 There is a air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the air bag symbol The system checks the air bag electrical syst...

Страница 76: ...Where Are the Air Bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel If your vehicle has one the right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 70 ...

Страница 77: ...r air bag covering When Should an Air Bag Inflate An air bag is designed to inflate in a moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crash The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system s designed threshold level If the GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating of your vehicle is 8600 or above your vehicle has single stage air bags If the GVWR is below 8600 then your vehicle has dual ...

Страница 78: ... vehicle slows down in frontal or near frontal impacts Dual Stage Air Bags If your vehicle has frontal air bags with dual stage deployment the amount of restraint will adjust according to the crash severity For moderate frontal impacts these air bags inflate at a level less than full deployment For more severe frontal impacts full deployment occurs If the front of your vehicle goes straight into a...

Страница 79: ... in a crash The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator which inflates the air bag The inflator air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger How Does an Air Bag Restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the stee...

Страница 80: ...m the vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation doesn t prevent the driver from seeing or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an air bag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon...

Страница 81: ...le data Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag system Improper service can mean that your air bag system won t work properly See your dealer for service Notice If you damage the covering for the driver s or the right front passenger s air bag the bag may not work properly You may have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument pan...

Страница 82: ... in the rear seat s of my vehicle or the child has a medical condition which according to the child s physician makes it necessary for the child to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child s condition Medical Condition A passenger has a medical condition which according to his or her physician causes the passenger air bag to pose a special risk for the passenger a...

Страница 83: ... to remind you that the air bag is off CAUTION If the air bag readiness light ever comes on when you have turned off the air bag it means that something may be wrong with the air bag system The right front passenger s air bag could inflate even though the switch is off If this ever happens don t let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of a passenger air bag risk group si...

Страница 84: ...ion about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 11 CAUTION For up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected an air bag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an air bag when it inflates Avoid wires wrapped with yellow tape o...

Страница 85: ...y of the air bag sensors If you have any questions about this you should contact Customer Assistance before you modify your vehicle The phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 7 2 Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch pla...

Страница 86: ...er a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new parts If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash you may need new LATCH system parts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired o...

Страница 87: ...ck 2 20 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 2 20 New Vehicle Break In 2 20 Ignition Positions 2 21 Starting Your Engine 2 22 Engine Coolant Heater 2 23 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 24 All Wheel Drive 2 26 Parking Brake 2 26 Shifting Into Park P 2 27 Shifting Out of Park P 2 29 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 30 Engine Exhaust 2 30 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked 2 31 Mirrors 2 32 Ma...

Страница 88: ...h the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children 2 2 ...

Страница 89: ...de on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep this tag in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using this tag Notice If you ever lock your keys in your vehicle you may have to damage the vehicle to get in Be sure you have spare keys If you ever do get locked out of your vehicle call GM Roadside Assistance Center See R...

Страница 90: ...ration of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote keyless entry system If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work try this Check the distance You may be too f...

Страница 91: ...ill flash twice and the interior lamps will turn on Press the unlock button again within five seconds to unlock the remaining doors The parking lamps will flash L Panic Alarm The remote keyless entry transmitter comes equipped with an instant panic alarm To use the alarm press the horn symbol while the ignition is turned off The horn will sound and both the interior and exterior lamps will flash f...

Страница 92: ...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 press and hold the lock and unlock buttons on the transmitter at the same time for seven seconds The door locks should cycle to confirm synchronization If ...

Страница 93: ...t like a pencil to remove the old battery Do not use a metal object 3 Remove and replace the battery positive side down 4 Snap the transmitter back together tightly to be sure no moisture can enter 5 Press and hold the lock and unlock buttons on the remote keyless entry transmitter for seven seconds to resynchronize the transmitter 6 Check the operation of the transmitter 2 7 ...

Страница 94: ...e to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle If your vehicle is equipped with...

Страница 95: ...he inside door handle will not work Cargo Door Relocking This feature protects the owner from having an unsecured side cargo door If the side cargo door is open when the lock button is pressed on the door or the remote keyless entry transmitter all doors will lock and then re lock again after the cargo door is closed If the cargo door is not closed within several minutes the re lock will not occur...

Страница 96: ...ver down to engage the security feature Move the lever up to return the door locks to normal operation Move the button to the left to engage the security feature Move the button to the right to return the door locks to normal operation Move the button to the right to engage the security feature Move the button to the left to return the door locks to normal operation Rear Cargo Door Passenger Side ...

Страница 97: ...pressed when either the driver s passenger s or rear door is open all the doors will lock and then the driver s door will unlock This feature does not include the side cargo door Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving your vehicle take your key open your door and set the locks from inside Then get out and close the door Sliding Side Door To open the sliding side door from outside pull the handle ...

Страница 98: ...he door toward the front of the vehicle When the door slides closed completely it will be flush with the side of the body To open the sliding door from inside turn the handle upward and toward the rear of the vehicle Then slide the door toward the rear of the vehicle to open it 2 12 ...

Страница 99: ...d slide the door toward the front of the vehicle to a closed position Make sure the door is completely closed before driving away 60 40 Swing Out Side Door To open the front portion of a 60 40 door from the outside pull out on the handle and pull it toward you 2 13 ...

Страница 100: ...e the 60 40 side doors close the rear door first Then close the front door Check to make sure that both doors are completely closed The front side swing out door has a check strap assembly in the door frame to keep the door from opening beyond 90 degrees To open the door beyond 90 degrees close the door partially pull the check strap toward you and then open the door When you close the door the ch...

Страница 101: ...d lock the doors whenever you drive 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 death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from hap...

Страница 102: ...or Check to make sure both doors are completely closed Windows CAUTION Leaving children helpless adults or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 2 16 ...

Страница 103: ...wer Windows If you have power windows the controls are located on each of the side doors The driver s door has a switch for the passenger window as well Your power windows will work when the ignition has been turned to RUN or ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active See Ignition Positions on page 2 21 2 17 ...

Страница 104: ...rked AUTO for one second to activate the express down mode The express down mode can be cancelled at any time by pressing the opposite side of the switch To open the window part way lightly tap the switch until the window is at the desired position Swing Out Windows To open the side door swing out windows pull up on the latch at the edge of the window Swing the window out and push down on the latc...

Страница 105: ...ng them from side to side Visor Vanity Mirror Some visors have mirrors built in with or without lamps Just lift the mirror cover on each visor to turn the lamps on if you have them Theft Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is a big business especially in some cities Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal However ...

Страница 106: ...not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock at this time You may also want to check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 91 See your dealer for service Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break In Notice Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guid...

Страница 107: ...the windshield wipers when the engine is off Notice Lengthy operation of features such as the radio in the accessory ignition position may drain the battery and prevent your vehicle from starting Do not operate your vehicle in the accessory ignition position for a long period of time C RUN This is the position for driving D START This position starts the engine Retained Accessory Power RAP Your ve...

Страница 108: ...of the key and let up on the accelerator pedal Wait about 15 seconds between each try When starting your engine in very cold weather below 0 F or 18 C do this 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to START and hold it there up to 15 seconds When the engine starts let go of the key 2 If your engine still won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too mu...

Страница 109: ...et CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unpl...

Страница 110: ... are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 37 Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system With the ignition in RUN you must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way in...

Страница 111: ...ing less than about 35 mph 55 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 35 mph 55 km h or more push the accelerator all the way down You ll shift down to the next gear and have more power THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal driving however it offers more power and lower fuel economy than DRIVE D You should use THIRD 3 when carrying a heavy load or driving on steep h...

Страница 112: ... brief vehicle vibration upon acceleration when driving in slippery conditions This is normal and is an indication that the all wheel drive system is functioning properly Parking Brake To set the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot If the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on To release the ...

Страница 113: ... engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 37 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P like this Pull the lever toward you 2 27 ...

Страница 114: ... the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Do not leave your vehicle with the engine running If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you ve moved the shift lever to PARK P hold...

Страница 115: ...ke some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of Park P Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in RUN See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2 24 If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pr...

Страница 116: ...nconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs were not done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming...

Страница 117: ... a garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 26 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly Y...

Страница 118: ...e original position Outside Manual Mirror Adjust your outside mirrors so you can see a little of the side of your vehicle and have a clear view of objects behind you Some mirrors can be folded in to enter narrow passageways Outside Camper Type Mirrors If your vehicle is equipped with the camper type mirrors they can be adjusted so you can have a clear view of any objects behind you 1 To adjust the...

Страница 119: ...knob is located on the driver s side door Select the mirror you want to move by turning the knob clockwise to adjust the passenger s side mirror and counterclockwise to adjust the driver s side mirror The center position is neutral Then adjust the mirror angle by pushing the knob in the direction desired until the mirror is adjusted to where you want it 2 33 ...

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

Страница 121: ...ted Subscription Service Agreement is required prior to delivery of OnStar services and prepaid calling minutes are also required for OnStar Personal Calling and OnStar Virtual Advisor use Terms and conditions of the Subscription Service Agreement can be found at www onstar com OnStar Services One of the following plans is normally included for a specific duration with each vehicle equipped with O...

Страница 122: ...o the OnStar user s guide in your vehicle s glove box or call OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 OnStar Virtual Advisor With OnStar Virtual Advisor you can listen to the news entertainment and informative topics such as traffic and weather reports You are able to listen and reply to your e mail through your vehicle s speakers Storage Areas Your front storage compartment is at the center of th...

Страница 123: ...g Off Light 3 29 Charging System Light 3 30 Voltmeter Gage 3 31 Brake System Warning Light 3 32 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 33 Stabilitrak Not Ready Light 3 33 Stabilitrak Indicator Light 3 33 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 3 34 Low Coolant Warning Light 3 34 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 3 35 Oil Pressure Gage 3 37 Change Engine Oil Light 3 38 Security Light 3 39 Cruise Control Light 3 3...

Страница 124: ... Non RDS Radios 3 72 Theft Deterrent Feature RDS Radios 3 72 Radio Reception 3 72 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 3 72 Care of Your CDs 3 74 Care of Your CD Player 3 74 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 74 Chime Level Adjustment 3 74 Section 3 Instrument Panel 3 2 ...

Страница 125: ... NOTES 3 3 ...

Страница 126: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 ...

Страница 127: ...stem s See Audio System s on page 3 42 G Exterior and Interior Lamp Controls See Exterior Lamps on page 3 14 and Interior Lamps on page 3 16 H Tow Haul Mode Button See Tow Haul Mode under Towing a Trailer on page 4 37 I Rear Heating System If Equipped See Rear Heating System on page 3 22 J Accessory Power Outlets Cigarette Lighter See Accessory Power Outlets on page 3 18 and Ashtrays and Cigarette...

Страница 128: ...The hazard warning flasher button is located at the top of the steering column Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work 3 6 ...

Страница 129: ...d the horn Tilt Wheel A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle The lever is located on the lower left side of the steering column To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the ...

Страница 130: ... These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your la...

Страница 131: ...lamps from low to high beam pull the mutlifunction lever all the way toward you Then release it When the high beams are on this light on the instrument panel cluster also will be on Flash To Pass Feature This feature allows you to use your high beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass It works even if your headlamps are off To use it pull the turn signal lever toward...

Страница 132: ...second solid band past the delay settings To stop the wipers move the band to off position a High Speed For high speed wiping turn the band further to the second solid band past the delay settings 9 Off To stop the wipers move the band to off Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do bec...

Страница 133: ...e you can not drive safely at a steady speed So do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control Do not use cruise control on slippery roads 9 Off This position turns the system off R On This position activates the system S Re...

Страница 134: ...g about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can move the cruise control switch from on to resume accelerate briefly You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there If you hold the switch at resume accelerate briefly the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake So unless you want to go faster don t hold the switch at resume accelerate Increasing Speed While ...

Страница 135: ... your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may want to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise C...

Страница 136: ...ada i Daytime Running Lamps DRL Turning the control to this position selects the DRLs When the vehicle is shifted out of PARK P the instrument panel lamps will illuminate and the DRLs will turn on unless defeated When the DRLs are active the DRL indicator will illuminate Parking Lamps Turn the control to this position to turn on the parking lamps together with the following Instrument Panel Lights...

Страница 137: ...me Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The DRL system will come on when the following conditions are met the i...

Страница 138: ...s in a luggage carrier care should be taken not to block or damage the center high mounted stoplamp unit Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Control Press this knob located next to the exterior lamps knob to extend and turn it to adjust the instrument panel brightness Turn the knob all the way up to turn on the interior lamps Press the knob back into its stored position 3 16 ...

Страница 139: ...in Entry Lighting Your vehicle is equipped with an illuminated entry feature When a door is 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 When the door is closed the interior lamps will remain on for a period of fifteen seconds or until the vehicle is started Reading Lamps To turn on the re...

Страница 140: ...ent When adding electrical equipment be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment Notice Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug because the power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Your vehicle may have th...

Страница 141: ...ts most of the remaining air to the floor outlets Some air may be directed toward the windshield 6 Floor This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets with some air directed to the outboard outlets for the side windows and some air directed to the windshield The right knob can also be used to select the defrost mode Information on defogging and defrosting can be found later in this sectio...

Страница 142: ...e passengers Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly For best results clear all snow and ice from the windshield before defrosting Turn the knob on the right of the climate control panel to select the defog or defrost mode Blend With this setting the outside air comes out of both the floor and defroster outlets Adjust the temperature knob for warmer or cooler a...

Страница 143: ...rning off the engine Notice Using a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window may damage the rear window defogger Repairs would not be covered by your warranty Do not clear the inside of the rear window with sharp objects Outlet Adjustment Use the outlets located near the center and on the sides of the instrument panel to change the direction of airflow Operation Tips Clear away ...

Страница 144: ...mount of heated air sent to the rear seating area 9 Off Turn the thumbwheel to this position to turn off the rear heating system Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System Your vehicle may have a rear heating and air conditioning system This system regulates the temperature the fan speed and the air delivery for the rear seat passengers only It also works with the main climate control system in your...

Страница 145: ...le air directed to the floor outlets 2 Floor Use this mode to direct most of the air to the floor outlets 9 Fan Turn the left knob clockwise or counterclockwise to HIGH MED Medium or LOW to increase or decrease the fan speed in the rear seating area Turn the knob to OFF to turn off the fan Temperature Control To increase or decrease the temperature for the rear of the vehicle turn the right knob l...

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

Страница 147: ...er is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going how much fuel you re using and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically United States version shown Canada similar 3 25 ...

Страница 148: ... registration office But generally if the new odometer can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer then it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero...

Страница 149: ...he maximum 65 mph 105 km h governed speed Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START a tone will come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts unless the driver s safety belt is already buckled The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds then it will flash for several more If the driver s belt is already buckled neither...

Страница 150: ... 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 infl...

Страница 151: ...ding important safety information CAUTION If the right front passenger s air bag is turned off for a person who isn t in a risk group identified by the national government that person won t have the extra protection of an air bag In a crash the air bag wouldn t be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there Don t turn off the passenger s air bag unless the person sitting there is in ...

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

Страница 153: ...ies 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 warni...

Страница 154: ...t away This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have t...

Страница 155: ...i lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Stabilitrak Not Ready Light If your vehicle has the Stabilitrak system this light will come on when Stabilitrak is turned off The Stabilitrak system can be turned off by pressing the Stabilitrak button l...

Страница 156: ...g your vehicle under normal operating conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible See Engine Overheating on page 5 22 Low Coolant Warning Light This message is displayed when the cooling system is low on coolant The engine may overheat See Engine Coolant on page 5 19 and have your vehicle serviced as soon as you can United States Canada Uni...

Страница 157: ...This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect your vehicle s emission controls and may cause this light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead...

Страница 158: ... installed A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water If so your electrical system may be wet The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Have you recently cha...

Страница 159: ...The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system readine...

Страница 160: ... the engine The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil Change Engine Oil Light This light is displayed when the engine oil needs to be changed If your vehicle has a V8 engine and this light is flashing it indicates that the oil level is low When this light is on steady it indicates the oil needs to be changed soon...

Страница 161: ... the light comes on 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 Cruise Control Light The cruise light comes on whenever you set your cruise control See Cruise Control under Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 8 United States Canada United States Canada 3 39 ...

Страница 162: ...at a reduced speed while the reduced engine power light is on but acceleration and speed may be reduced Anytime the check engine light stays on the vehicle should be taken to an authorized GM dealer as soon as possible for service Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light You have this light on the instrument panel It will light whenever the DRL are on It is also a reminder to turn on your headlamps w...

Страница 163: ...our coolant temperature and engine oil pressure gages to see if they are in the warning zones Fuel Gage The fuel gage when the ignition is on tells you about how much fuel you have left in your tank The gage will first indicate empty before you are out of fuel and you should get more fuel as soon as possible United States Canada United States Canada 3 41 ...

Страница 164: ...ded sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle s engine radio or other systems and even damage them Your vehicle s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly So before adding sound equipment check with your dealer and be sure to check federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units Your audio system has been designed to ...

Страница 165: ...the ignition on or off To synchronize the time with an FM station broadcasting Radio Data System RDS information press and hold the hour and minute buttons at the same time until RDS TIME appears on the display To accept this time press and hold the hour and minute buttons at the same time for another 2 seconds If the time is not available from the station NO UPDAT will appear on the display RDS t...

Страница 166: ...that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM by performing the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select FM1 FM2 or AM 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until...

Страница 167: ...w to move the sound toward the front or the rear speakers To adjust balance or fade to the middle position select BAL or FAD Then press and hold the AUDIO button for more than two seconds until you hear a beep L and a zero or F and a zero will appear on the display To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls to the middle position first end out of audio mode by pressing another button c...

Страница 168: ...ow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there To scan stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for two seconds until you hear a beep The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press either SEEK arrow again to stop scanning To scan preset stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for more than four seconds until you hear two beeps The radi...

Страница 169: ... or TRE Then press and hold the AUDIO button for more than two seconds until you hear a beep B and a zero or T and a zero will appear on the display To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls to the middle position first end out of audio mode by pressing another button causing the radio to perform that function or by waiting five seconds for the display to return to the time of day The...

Страница 170: ...ealer for service Playing a CD Insert a CD partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in and the CD should begin playing CD will appear on the display If you want to insert a CD when the ignition is off first press the eject button or the RCL knob If you insert a CD with the radio off and the ignition on it will start to play If you turn off the ignition with a CD in the player it...

Страница 171: ...it to play the passage The elapsed time of the track will appear on the display 5 RDM Random Press this pushbutton to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order RND will appear on the display Press RDM again to turn off random play OFF will appear on the display 6 RPT Repeat Press this pushbutton once to hear a track over again RPT will appear on the display The current track will cont...

Страница 172: ...ay be caught in the CD player If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If your radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Radio with Cassette and CD Playing the Radio PWR Power Press this knob to turn the system on and ...

Страница 173: ...d the knob for two seconds The radio will produce one beep and the selected display will now be the default Finding a Station BAND Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 or AM The display will show your selection TUNE Turn this knob to select radio stations q SEEK r Press the right or the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there The radio will seek only to statio...

Страница 174: ...how the bass midrange or treble level If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To adjust the bass midrange and treble to the middle position push the AUDIO knob The radio will produce one beep and adjust the display level to the middle position To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position push and hold the AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker control is dis...

Страница 175: ...ements concerning local and national emergencies Display messages from radio stations Seek to stations with traffic announcements This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and will only work when the information is available In rare cases a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contac...

Страница 176: ...TY 4 Press either SCAN arrow to stop at a station If both PTY and TRAF are on the radio will scan for stations with the selected PTY and traffic announcements BAND Alternate Frequency Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type To turn alternate frequency on press and hold BAND for two seconds AF ON will appear on the display The radio may switch...

Страница 177: ...played the information symbol will disappear from the display until another new message is received The old message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button You can view an old message until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to When a message is not available from a station NO INFO will appear on the display TRAF Traffic If TRAF appears on the display the tuned station ...

Страница 178: ...ide of the tape is playing The tape player automatically begins playing the other side when it reaches the end of the tape If you want to insert a tape while the ignition is off first press the eject button or the DISP knob Cassette tape adapter kits for portable CD players will work in your cassette tape player Your tape bias is set automatically when a metal or chrome tape is inserted If an erro...

Страница 179: ... arrow is the same as the NEXT pushbutton and the left arrow is the same as the PREV pushbutton If you hold either arrow or press it more than once the player will continue moving forward or backward through the tape SEEK and a positive or negative number will appear on the display q SCAN r Press and hold either SCAN arrow for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a ...

Страница 180: ...t playing correctly for any other reason try a known good tape If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If your radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem CD Adapter Kits It is possible to use a portable CD player with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape p...

Страница 181: ...n or press it more than once the player will continue moving backward through the CD 2 NEXT Press this pushbutton to go to the next track TRACK and the track number will appear on the display If you hold this pushbutton or press it more than once the player will continue moving forward through the CD 3 REV Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track Press and hold this...

Страница 182: ...tive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening TAPE DISC Press this button to play a tape or CD when listening to the radio The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening Z Eject Press this button to stop a CD when it is playing or to eject a CD when it is not playing Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be...

Страница 183: ...ess this knob to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time Press this knob with the ignition off to display the time To change the default on the display press the RCL knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob until the display flashes The selected display will now be the default Finding a Station BAND Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 or AM The...

Страница 184: ...shbutton the station you set will return and the equalization that you selected will be automatically stored for that pushbutton 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Treble AUDIO Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS MID or TREB appears on the display Turn the knob to increase or to decrease The display will show the bass midrange or treble level If a station is weak o...

Страница 185: ...ll hear a beep Radio Data System RDS Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System RDS RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information With RDS your radio can do the following Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming Receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies Display messages from radio stations Seek to stati...

Страница 186: ...terisk will appear beside that PTY on the display You may select multiple interrupts if desired When you are listening to a CD the last selected RDS station will interrupt play if that selected program type format is broadcast SCAN You can scan the stations within a PTY by performing the following 1 Press the P TYPE button to activate program type select mode P TYPE and the last selected PTY will ...

Страница 187: ...ments ALERT will not be affected by tests of the emergency broadcast system This feature is not supported by all RDS stations INFO Information If the current station has a message INFO will appear on the display Press this button to see the message The message may display the artist song title call in phone numbers etc If the whole message is not displayed parts of the message will appear every th...

Страница 188: ... the same manner If playing a CD R the sound quality may be reduced due to CD R quality the method of recording the quality of the music that has been recorded and the way the CD R has been handled You may experience an increase in skipping difficulty in finding tracks and or difficulty in loading and ejecting If these problems occur try a known good CD Do not add paper labels to CDs they could ge...

Страница 189: ...ualization setting for your CD it will be activated each time you play a CD The last CD loaded will begin to play automatically As each new track starts to play the track number will appear on the display Playing a Specific Loaded CD For every CD loaded a number will appear on the display To play a specific CD first press the CD AUX button then press the numbered pushbutton that corresponds to the...

Страница 190: ...y the passage The elapsed time of the track will appear on the display RPT Repeat With repeat you can repeat one track or an entire CD To use repeat do the following To repeat the track you are listening to press and release the RPT button RPT will appear on the display Press RPT again to turn off repeat play To repeat the CD you are listening to press and hold the RPT button for two seconds RPT w...

Страница 191: ... SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep The radio will go to the next track play for 10 seconds then go on to the next track Press either SCAN arrow again to stop scanning To scan all loaded CDs press and hold either SCAN arrow for more than four seconds until CD SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep The radio will go to the next track play for 10 seconds then go on to the next ...

Страница 192: ...peat Steps 3 and 4 for saving other selections S LIST FULL will appear on the display if you try to save more than 20 selections To play the song list press the SONG LIST button One beep will be heard and S LIST will appear on the display The recorded tracks will begin to play in the order that they were saved You may seek through the song list by using the SEEK SCAN arrows Seeking past the last s...

Страница 193: ...ong list mode press the SONG LIST button One beep will be heard and S LIST will be removed from the display CD Messages CHECK CD If this message appears on the display it could be for one of the following reasons It is very hot When the temperature returns to normal the CD should play You are driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smooth the CD should play The CD is dirty scratched wet...

Страница 194: ...t indicates that THEFTLOCK is armed With THEFTLOCK activated your radio will not operate if stolen Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however can cause stations to interfere with each other AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise FM FM stereo will give you th...

Страница 195: ...nize it as a broken tape in error To prevent the cleaning cassette from being ejected use the following steps 1 Turn the ignition on 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press and hold the TAPE DISC button for five seconds READY will appear on the display and the cassette symbol will flash for five seconds 4 Insert the scrubbing action cleaning cassette 5 Eject the cleaning cassette after the manufacturer s rec...

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

Страница 197: ...s of Control 4 15 Driving at Night 4 16 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 18 City Driving 4 21 Freeway Driving 4 22 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 23 Highway Hypnosis 4 24 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 24 Winter Driving 4 26 If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 30 Towing 4 31 Towing Your Vehicle 4 31 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 31 Loading Your Vehicle 4 31 Towing a Trailer 4 37 Section 4 Dri...

Страница 198: ...ions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It is the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on...

Страница 199: ...ates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it is against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do Ho...

Страница 200: ...will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks The law in an increasing number of U S states and throughout Canada sets th...

Страница 201: ...t answer What if there is an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There is something else about drinking and driving that many people do not know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the b...

Страница 202: ... your foot and do it That is reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that is only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km h travels 66 feet 2...

Страница 203: ... your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti lock Brake System Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking s...

Страница 204: ...bout 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 on wheel speed...

Страница 205: ...r vehicle has this feature your locking rear axle can give you additional traction on snow mud ice sand or gravel It works like a standard axle most of the time but when one of the rear wheels has no traction and the other does this feature will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle Stabilitrak System If your vehicle has Stabilitrak it combines antilock brake traction and stability con...

Страница 206: ...ol coming on It is recommended to leave the system on for normal driving conditions but it may be necessary to turn the system off if your vehicle is stuck in sand mud ice or snow and you want to rock your vehicle to attempt to free it Traction Control Operation The traction control system is part of the Stabilitrak system Traction control limits wheel spin by reducing engine power to the wheels e...

Страница 207: ...light will appear on the instrument panel and the cruise control will automatically disengage When road conditions allow you to use cruise again you may re engage the cruise control See Cruise Control under Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 8 Stabilitrak may also turn off automatically if it determines that a problem exists with the system If the problem does not clear itself after restart...

Страница 208: ...uce your speed as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while your front wheels are straight ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking Fo...

Страница 209: ...d 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 are 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 vehicle...

Страница 210: ...t is 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 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you are awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you are following a larger vehicle Also you will ...

Страница 211: ...tle to the right Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration do not have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency do not 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 contro...

Страница 212: ...trol more limited While driving on a surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make...

Страница 213: ...ut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to re adjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who does not lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the ...

Страница 214: ... wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It is wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank fill...

Страница 215: ...oid puddles But if you can not try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They will not work as well in a 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 wash apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally 4 19 ...

Страница 216: ...deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can not avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing w...

Страница 217: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 4 22 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move ...

Страница 218: ...mp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it is slow...

Страница 219: ... your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it is ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you will find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They will be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full A...

Страница 220: ...at can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a rest service or parking area and take a nap get some exercise or both For saf...

Страница 221: ...work of slowing down They could get so hot that they would not 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 Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission and you can climb the hill better Stay in your ow...

Страница 222: ...ive 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 tires and th...

Страница 223: ...i lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have an anti lock braking system you will want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Braking on page 4 6 Allow greater following distance on any slippery road Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that is covered with ice On an otherwise c...

Страница 224: ...mon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you have been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep ...

Страница 225: ...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 of...

Страница 226: ...your vehicle as well as the tires If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth you can destroy your transmission For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains on page 5 66 Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels Then shift back and forth between RE...

Страница 227: ...und or even with only two of its wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components Do not tow an all wheel drive vehicle if any of its wheels will be on the ground Your vehicle was not designed to be towed with any of its wheels on the ground If your vehicle must be towed it should be placed on a platform trailer Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle c...

Страница 228: ...ehicle capacity weight The Tire and Loading Information label also tells you the size and recommended inflation pressure for the original equipment tires on your vehicle For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5 51 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 59 If your vehicle does not have the Tire and Loading Information label the Certification Tire label shows the tire size and ...

Страница 229: ...apacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available carg...

Страница 230: ...ion Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capac...

Страница 231: ... Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo The Certification Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles called Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread o...

Страница 232: ...e control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle Try to spread the weight evenly Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats Do not leave an unsecure...

Страница 233: ...f you do not use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when you pull a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passengers could be seriously injured Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section Ask your dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with your vehicle Notice ...

Страница 234: ...his section Don t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 800 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged Then during the first 500 miles 800 km that you tow a trailer don t drive over 50 mph 80 km h and don t make starts at full throttle This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads See also Driving on Grades later i...

Страница 235: ...75 of the vehicle s Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR See Weight of the Trailer later in this section Driving with tow haul activated without a heavy load will cause reduced fuel economy and unpleasant engine and transmission driving characteristics but will not cause damage Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It depends on how you plan to use your rig For example speed altitud...

Страница 236: ... 000 lbs 5 443 kg Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR H1500 Cargo Van AWD 5300 V8 3 42 3 73 6 600 lbs 2 994 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR G1500 Passenger Van 2WD 4300 V6 3 42 4 000 lbs 1 814 kg 9 500 lbs 4 309 kg 5300 V8 3 42 3 73 6 400 lbs 2 903 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR H1500 Passenger Van AWD 5300 V8 ...

Страница 237: ...s 6 350 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR H2500 Cargo Van AWD 5300 V8 3 73 6 400 lbs 2 903 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR G2500 Cargo Van 2WD Long Wheelbase 4300 V6 3 73 4 500 lbs 2 041 kg 10 000 lbs 4 536 kg 4800 V8 3 73 4 10 6 300 lbs 2 858 kg 7 300 lbs 3 311 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 5300 V8 3 73 6 500 l...

Страница 238: ...lbase 6000 V8 3 73 4 10 7 500 lbs 3 402 kg 9 500 lbs 4 309 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR G3500 Cargo Van 2WD Short Wheelbase 6000 V8 3 73 4 10 8 300 lbs 3 765 kg 10 000 lbs 4 536 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR G3500 Cargo Van 2WD Long Wheelbase 6000 V8 3 73 4 10 8 100 lbs 3 674 kg...

Страница 239: ...g 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg The Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers cargo equipment and conversion The GCWR for your vehicle should not be exceeded 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 Boo...

Страница 240: ...st add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 about your vehicle s maximum load capacity The trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight up to a maximum of 400 lbs 181 kg with a weight carrying hitch The trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the ...

Страница 241: ...he trailer tongue If you use a weight distributing hitch make sure you don t go over the rear axle limit before you apply the weight distribution spring bars Hitches It s important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Weight Distributing Hitches and Weight Carrying Hitches When using a weight distribu...

Страница 242: ...CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle as well as dirt and water See Carbon Monoxide under Engine Exhaust on page 2 27 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 pr...

Страница 243: ...s a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself Before you start check all trailer hitch parts and attachmen...

Страница 244: ... Signal well in advance Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle has to have extra wiring and a heavy duty turn signal flasher included in the optional trailering package The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change Properly hooked up the trailer lamps will also flash telling other drivers you re about to turn change lanes o...

Страница 245: ... move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill here s how to do it 1 Apply your regular brakes but don t shift into PARK P yet Then turn your wheels into the curb if facing downhill or into traffic if facing uphill 2 Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the wheel chocks are in place release the r...

Страница 246: ... vehicle and a four wire harness assembly under the left hand side of the instrument panel The seven wire harness assembly is taped together and located in a frame pocket at the driver side rear left corner of the frame The seven wire harness includes a 30 amp feed wire Both harnesses come without connectors and should be wired by a qualified electrical technician The technician can use the follow...

Страница 247: ...ant 5 22 Radiator Pressure Cap 5 25 Engine Overheating 5 25 Cooling System 5 28 Engine Fan Noise 5 35 Power Steering Fluid 5 35 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 36 Brakes 5 38 Battery 5 41 Jump Starting 5 42 All Wheel Drive 5 47 Rear Axle 5 48 Front Axle 5 49 Noise Control System 5 50 Tampering with Noise Control System Prohibited 5 50 Bulb Replacement 5 51 Halogen Bulbs 5 51 Headlamps 5 51 Front Turn Si...

Страница 248: ...rips 5 95 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 95 Sheet Metal Damage 5 97 Finish Damage 5 98 Underbody Maintenance 5 98 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 98 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 99 Vehicle Identification 5 100 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 100 Service Parts Identification Label 5 100 Electrical System 5 101 Add On Electrical Equipment 5 101 Headlamp Wiring 5 101 Windshield Wiper Fus...

Страница 249: ...nual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 11 Your vehicle may have an air bag system If it does see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 78 before attempting to do your own service work You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record on pa...

Страница 250: ...outside of your vehicle Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible Otherwise you might damage your engine...

Страница 251: ... is certified to meet California Emission Standards see the underhood emission control label it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction ind...

Страница 252: ... methanol Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered under your warranty Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the ...

Страница 253: ... smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the driver s side of your vehicle To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly to the left counterclockwise While refueling place the fuel cap in the holder provided 5 7 ...

Страница 254: ... not overfill by squeezing in much more fuel after the pump shuts off When you put the fuel 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 on page 3 35 Noti...

Страница 255: ...cle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel...

Страница 256: ...wing 1 Pull this handle inside the vehicle It is located in front of the driver s side door frame near the floor 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and lift up the secondary hood release underneath the middle of the hood 3 Lift the hood 5 10 ...

Страница 257: ... underhood lamp it will automatically come on and stay on until the hood is closed Before closing the hood be sure all of the filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer then let the hood down and close it firmly 5 11 ...

Страница 258: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you lift the hood you ll see these items 5 12 ...

Страница 259: ...ake Master Cylinder See Brakes on page 5 38 K Windshield Washer Fluid See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 36 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 f...

Страница 260: ... so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you are through What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look ...

Страница 261: ...ckness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the oil container and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and have the starburst symbo...

Страница 262: ...n engine revolutions and engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A Change Engine Oil lig...

Страница 263: ...epeat the procedure If it still does not reset see your dealer for service See Change Engine Oil Light on page 3 38 What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly dispose of clot...

Страница 264: ...r is in the red orange change zone change the filter and reset the indicator Vehicles without a change indicator inspect the air cleaner filter at every oil change and replace at the first oil change after 25 000 miles 40 000 km How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake filter to release loose dust and dirt I...

Страница 265: ...ner filter is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you are driving Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km ...

Страница 266: ...he vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C If it s colder than 50 F 10 C drive the vehicle in DRIVE D until the engine temperature gage moves and then remains steady for 10 minutes A cold fluid check can be made after the vehicle has been sitting for eight hours or more with the engine off but this is used only as a reference Let the engine r...

Страница 267: ...and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the COLD area for a cold check or in the HOT area or cross hatched area for a hot check Be sure to keep the dipstick pointed down to get an accurate reading If the fluid level is in the accept...

Страница 268: ...way then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOL extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you ha...

Страница 269: ...lean drinkable water and the proper coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts If you have to add coolant more than four times a year have your dealer check your cooling system Notice If y...

Страница 270: ...dd coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank but be careful not to spill it CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine Occasionally check the c...

Страница 271: ...ompartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location Notice If the pressure cap is not tightly installed coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle s instrument panel 5 25 ...

Страница 272: ...heated 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 under Engine Overheating on page 5 25 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can b...

Страница 273: ...PARK P or NEUTRAL N and let the engine idle 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues and you have not stopped pull over stop and park your vehicle right away ...

Страница 274: ...d be at or above the COLD FILL mark If it isn t you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Do not touch them If you do you can be burned Do not run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That c...

Страница 275: ...to be no leak start the engine again See if the engine cooling fan speed increases when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down If it doesn t your vehicle needs service Turn off the engine How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at the COLD FILL mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL ...

Страница 276: ... the radiator neck it may be as much as 4 to 6 quarts 3 8 to 5 7 L low Always fill the engine cooling system through the upper radiator hose See your dealer for more information CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant r...

Страница 277: ...ION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap 5 31 ...

Страница 278: ...nd upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap 5 32 ...

Страница 279: ... the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant on page 5 22 for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the COLD FILL mark 5 Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank but leave the radiator pressure cap off 5 33 ...

Страница 280: ...olant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the pressure cap At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap 5 34 ...

Страница 281: ...ly engages So you may hear an increase in fan noise This is normal and should not be mistaken as the transmission slipping or making extra shifts It is merely the cooling system functioning properly The fan will slow down when additional cooling is not required and the clutch partially disengages You may also hear this fan noise when you start the engine It will go away as the fan clutch partially...

Страница 282: ...l on the dipstick The level should be at the COLD FILL mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark To prevent contamination of brake fluid never check or fill the power steering reservoir with the brake master cylinder cover off What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 Always use the proper fluid Failure to ...

Страница 283: ...ot mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water does not clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it is very cold This allows for expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely full Do not use engine coolan...

Страница 284: ... brakes will not work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you will have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid ...

Страница 285: ...around the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil...

Страница 286: ...brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM ...

Страница 287: ... battery When it is time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for battery location Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands a...

Страница 288: ...stems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles aren t touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you don t want You wouldn t be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the parking br...

Страница 289: ...ed to the engine accessory drive bracket where it is marked GND CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Be sure the battery has enough water You do not need to add water to the ACDelco battery installed in your new vehicle But if a ba...

Страница 290: ...le has one Negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t connect positive to negative or you will get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too And don t connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks 6 Connect the red positive cable to the positive t...

Страница 291: ...attery 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable at least 18 inches 45cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start ...

Страница 292: ...both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle 5 Return the positve remote terminal to its original position Jumper Cable Re...

Страница 293: ...uled Maintenance on page 6 4 How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole Use care not to overtighten the plug What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lu...

Страница 294: ...urface If you have the 1500 Series the proper level is from 5 8 inch 15 mm to 1 5 8 inch 40 mm below the bottom of the filler plug hole The proper level for the 2500 and 3500 Series is from 0 to 1 4 6 mm below the bottom of the filler plug hole Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fl...

Страница 295: ...the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you may need to add some lubricant When the differential is cold add enough lubricant to raise the level to 3 8 inch 10 mm below the filler plug hole When the differential is at operating temperature warm add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what...

Страница 296: ...repair 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 ...

Страница 297: ...sembly 2 Remove the two pins on the top of the headlamp assembly To remove the pins turn the outer pin clockwise and pull it straight up To remove the inner pin turn it counterclockwise and pull it straight up 3 Lift the inboard side of the headlamp to release the inboard tab from the radiator support 4 Lift the outboard side of the headlamp to release the outboard tab from the radiator support 5 ...

Страница 298: ...he bulb counterclockwise one quarter turn to remove it from the socket 10 On the passenger s side turn the bulb clockwise one turn Do not touch the glass part of the bulb 11 Install the new bulb into the socket and return it to the headlamp assembly 12 Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle and reinstall the two pins 5 52 ...

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

Страница 300: ...remove squeeze the tab on the side of the sockets while turning them counterclockwise 9 Turn the bulb counterclockwise to remove it Install the new bulb 10 Reverse the above steps to reinstall the lamp 5 54 ...

Страница 301: ...cement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back up Lamp 3157 CHMSL 912 Composite High Beam Headlamps 9005 Composite Low Beam Headlamps 9006GS Front Parking and Turn Lamp 3157KX Front Sidemarker Lamp 194 Sealed Beam Headlamps H6054 Rear Parking Stop and Turn Lamp 3157 For any bulb not listed here contact your dealer 5 55 ...

Страница 302: ... the wiper arm hook 3 The insert has two notches at one end that are locked by bottom claws of the blade assembly At the notched end pull the insert from the blade assembly 4 To install the new wiper insert slide the notched end last into the end with two blade claws Then slide the insert all the way through the blade claws at the opposite end 5 Make sure that the notches are locked by the bottom ...

Страница 303: ...Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a poth...

Страница 304: ...ire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines C Department of Transportation DOT The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transp...

Страница 305: ...d number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread F Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQG Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors treadwear traction and temperature resistance For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 5 71 G Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support tha...

Страница 306: ...sure on page 5 65 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 D Department of Transportation DOT The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards E Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and pla...

Страница 307: ...e height to width measurements For example if the tire size aspect ratio is 75 as shown in item C of the illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 75 as high as it is wide D Construction Code A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means b...

Страница 308: ...ruction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction E Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches F Service Description The service description indicates the load range and speed rating of a tire The load index can range from 1 to 279 Speed ratings range from A to Z The light truck tire size example above shows dual or single tire confi...

Страница 309: ...ion Number TIN an alphanumeric designator which can also identify the tire manufacturer production plant brand and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 Intended Outboa...

Страница 310: ...d at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Rim A metal support for a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead Speed Rating An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximum speed at which a tire can operate Traction The friction between the tire and the road surface The amount of grip provided Tread The portion of ...

Страница 311: ...ng for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 for the location of your vehicle s tire and loading information label Notice Don t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right It s not If your tires don t have enough air underinflation you can get the following Too much flexing Too much heat Tire overloading Bad wear B...

Страница 312: ... stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Dual Tire Operation When the vehicle is new or whenever a wheel wheel bolt or wheel nut is replaced check the wheel nut torque after 100 1 000 and 6 000 miles 160 1 600 and 10 000 km of driving For proper wheel nut tightening information see Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire later in this section under Changing a Fl...

Страница 313: ...ire 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 Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 75 If your vehicle has dual rear wheels also see Dual Tire Operation on page 5 66 The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled ...

Страница 314: ...hicle on page 4 31 Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 106 CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to t...

Страница 315: ...wear indicators You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that can t be repaired well be...

Страница 316: ...le If your tires have an all season tread design the TPC number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of differ...

Страница 317: ...y requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 5 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of ...

Страница 318: ...e The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed However if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other the alignment may need to be reset If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road your whee...

Страница 319: ...tup check the wheel nut torque after 100 1 000 and 6 000 miles 160 1 600 and 10 000 km of driving For proper torque see Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 106 See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 75 for more information Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous You can t know how it s been used or how far it s been driven It could f...

Страница 320: ...ain manufacturer s instructions If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow down until it stops Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle If a Tire Goes Flat It s unusual for a tire to blowout while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more...

Страница 321: ...urther tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on your hazard warning flashers CAUTION Changing a tire can be dangerous The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over or fall on you or other people You and they could be badly injured or even killed Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift le...

Страница 322: ...and change a tire Removing the Spare Tire and Tools If you have a cargo van or a passenger van the equipment you ll need is located in the rear passenger side of corner of the vehicle Remove the retaining wing bolt and lift it off the mounting bracket 5 76 ...

Страница 323: ...etaining wing bolt and lift it out of the mounting bracket The tools you ll be using include the jack A jack handle extension B jack handle C wheel wrench D and the ratchet E Your spare tire is stored underneath the rear of your vehicle You will use the wheel wrench D and the ratchet E to lower the spare tire The ratchet has a DOWN side and an UP side 5 77 ...

Страница 324: ...eel wrench on an angle through the hole between the body and the bumper Be sure the flat end connects into the hoist shaft Turn the ratchet counterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the ground If the spare tire does not lower to the ground the secondary latch is engaged causing the tire not to lower See Secondary Latch System later in this section 5 78 ...

Страница 325: ...h was completed from a cab and chassis refer to the information from the body supplier installer The spare tire is a full size tire like the other tires on your vehicle Notice If you drive away before the spare tire or secondary latch system cable has been reinstalled you could damage your vehicle Always reinstall this cable before driving your vehicle 5 79 ...

Страница 326: ...ion for instructions on storing the spare tire correctly CAUTION Before beginning this procedure read all the instructions Failure to read and follow the instructions could damage the hoist assembly and you and others could get hurt Read and follow the instructions listed below To release the spare tire from the secondary latch do the following CAUTION Someone standing too close during the procedu...

Страница 327: ... approximately 6 inches 15 cm of cable is exposed 4 Connect the jack handle C and jack handle extension B together and press the retention clip arrow so it engages 5 Attach the jack handle jack handle extension to the jack and slide the ratchet with the UP mark facing you onto the end of the jack handle extension so your set up looks like the picture above 5 81 ...

Страница 328: ...on the jack 8 Lower the jack by turning the ratchet counterclockwise Keep lowering the jack until the spare tire slides off the jack or is hanging by the cable 9 Disconnect the jack handle from the jack and carefully remove the jack Use one hand to push against the spare while firmly pulling the jack out from under the spare tire with the other hand If the spare tire is hanging from the cable slid...

Страница 329: ...r in this section Removing the Wheel Covers If your vehicle has plastic wheel nut caps loosen them by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise The wheel nut caps are designed 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 it out Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spa...

Страница 330: ...nd ratchet D as shown Be sure that the ratchet has the UP mark facing you To assemble the jack handle and jack handle extension use the art and text following Connect the jack handle B and jack handle extension C together and press the retention clip arrow so it engages Rear Position 5 84 ...

Страница 331: ...s shown 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 Front Position Rear Position 5 85 ...

Страница 332: ...l To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 4 Raise the vehicle by turning the ratchet clockwise Make sure the UP mark faces you Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit 5 86 ...

Страница 333: ...o which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off 5 87 ...

Страница 334: ...t 7 Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each wheel nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub 8 Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 9 Tighten the nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown Turn the wheel wrench clockwise 5 88 ...

Страница 335: ... Index for wheel nut torque specification Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications in the index for the wheel nut torque specification 10 Put the wheel cover back on or put the center cap and plasti...

Страница 336: ... the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place 1 Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down 2 Pull the retaining bar through the center of the wheel making sure it is properly attached 5 90 ...

Страница 337: ...fully against the underside of the vehicle Continue turning the ratchet until the tire is secure and the cable is tight The spare tire hoist cannot be overtightened 7 Make sure the tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If the tire moves use the ratchet to tighten the cable You will hear two clicks when the tire is up all the way Return the jacking equipment to t...

Страница 338: ...ne Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Do not use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage your vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe v...

Страница 339: ...ection use a sponge to remove any excess cleaner 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean water dampened 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 soiled area with cool wate...

Страница 340: ...ing 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 windshield under certain conditions Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge Commercial cle...

Страница 341: ...olor gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Do not wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Do not use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely You can get GM approved cleaning...

Страница 342: ...terials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to ...

Страница 343: ...d The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Do not use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes These brus...

Страница 344: ...ion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne pollut...

Страница 345: ... and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on wipe off Vehicle Care Appearance Materials cont d Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects in one easy step no wiping ...

Страница 346: ...labels 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 on the front passenger door frame It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is your VIN the model designation pai...

Страница 347: ...p wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in the lamp switch An electrical overload will cause the lamps to flicker on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cool...

Страница 348: ...eft Rear Stop Turn Signal 5 Cargo Locks 6 Right Rear Stop Turn Signal 7 Driver Locks 8 Stop Center High Mounted Stop Lamp 9 Climate Control 1 10 Climate Control 11 Brakes 12 Heated Mirror Defogger 13 Right Rear Blower 14 Driver Turn Mirror 15 Door Locks 16 Upfitter Park 17 Not Available 18 Left Rear Park Lamp 19 Pass Turn Mirror 20 Right Rear Park Lamp 21 Trailer Park Lamp Front of Vehicle 5 102 ...

Страница 349: ...Courtesy Lamp 27 Cargo Unlock 28 Driver Unlock 29 Park Lamp 30 Door Locks 31 Pass Unlock Circuit Breaker Usage 34 Power Window Engine Compartment Fuse Block The fuse block is in the engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle Fuse Usage 1 Radio Battery 2 Powertrain Control Module Battery 3 Left Rear Turn Lamp Front of Vehicle 5 103 ...

Страница 350: ...n Signal 18 Truck Body Control Module 2 19 Truck Body Control Module 20 Remote Function Actuator 21 Engine 2 Fuse Usage 22 Ignition E 23 Engine 1 24 Truck Body Control Module Ignition 1 25 Spare 26 RPA Inside Rearview Mirror 27 Crankcase 28 Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System 29 Auxiliary Power Outlets 30 Cigarette Lighter 31 Instrument Panel Cluster 32 Air Conditioning 33 Spare 34 Vent 35 S...

Страница 351: ... Truck Body Control Module Accessory 47 Front Windshield Wiper 48 Anti Lock Brakes 49 Ignition A 50 Trailer 51 Climate Control Blower 52 Ignition B Fuse Usage 63 Spare 64 Spare Relay Usage 53 Windshield Wiper 54 Air Conditioning 55 Spare 56 Headlamp High Beam 57 Fuel Pump 58 Headlamp Low Beam 59 Horn 61 Starter 62 Spare Circuit Breaker Usage 60 Power Seat 5 105 ...

Страница 352: ...iption Torque G H 1500 6 Bolts 14 mm 140 lb ft 190 Y G H 2500 G H 3500 8 bolts 14 mm 140 lb ft 190 Y Tire Pressure See the Certification Tire Label under Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 31 This label is located on the rear edge of the driver s door Application Capacities QTY Without Rear Heater QTY With Rear Heater Cooling System After refill the level must be rechecked See Cooling System in the In...

Страница 353: ...Engine Oil on page 5 13 VORTEC 4300 V6 Vin W 4 5 quarts 4 3 L VORTEC 4800 V8 Vin V 6 0 quarts 5 7 L VORTEC 5300 V8 Vin T 6 0 quarts 5 7 L VORTEC 6000 V8 Vin U 6 0 quarts 5 7 L Fuel Tank Standard Tank Passenger and Cargo 31 0 gallons 117 3 L Standard Tank Cab and Chassis 33 0 gallons 124 9 L Optional Tank Cab and Chassis 57 0 gallons 215 7 L 159 inch wheelbase or 177 inch wheel base only Air Condit...

Страница 354: ... NOTES 5 108 ...

Страница 355: ...uired Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Owner Checks and Services 6 9 At the First 100 1 000 and 6 000 Miles 160 1 600 and 10 000km 6 9 At Each Fuel Fill 6 9 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 10 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 14 Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 15 Maintenance Record 6 16 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 6 1 ...

Страница 356: ...ary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance is important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the...

Страница 357: ...e driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits use the recommended fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 5 4 The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 should be performed when indicated See Additional Required Services on page 6 6 and Maintenance Footnotes on page 6 7 for further information CAUTION Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous In trying to do some...

Страница 358: ...aler has GM trained service technicians who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally you must service your vehicle within 3 000 miles 5 000 km since your last service Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil on page 5 11 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resett...

Страница 359: ...lation pressures and wear See Tires on page 5 51 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed Perform any needed additional services See Additional Required Services in this section Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b Inspect engine cooling system See footnote c Inspect wiper blades See footnote d Inspect ...

Страница 360: ...50 000 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Repack front wheel bearings See footnote k Change automatic transmission fluid and filter severe service See footnote h Change automatic transmission fluid and filter normal service Replace spark plugs and inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service Engine cooling system service o...

Страница 361: ...enter splines a Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Inspect other brake parts including calipers parking brake etc b Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect power steering line...

Страница 362: ...ontrol Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States h Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service i...

Страница 363: ...gine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil on page 5 11 for further details Notice It is important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level Failure to keep your engine oil at the proper level can cause damage to your engine not covered by your warranty Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary S...

Страница 364: ...ition contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake on page 2...

Страница 365: ...regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To chec...

Страница 366: ... 19 Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Usage Fluid Lubricant Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Parking Brake Cable Guides Chassis Lubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No U S 89021184 in Canada 890...

Страница 367: ...tic Transmission Fluid One Piece Propshaft Slip Yoke Spline Two Piece Propshaft Slip in Tube Spline Spline Lubricant Special Lubricant GM Part No U S 12345879 in Canada 10953511 or lubricant meeting requirements of GM 9985830 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No...

Страница 368: ...V8 A1621C A1621C Engine Oil Filter 4 3L W V6 4 8L V 5 3L T 6 0L U V8 25010792 25010633 PF47 PF44 Fuel Filter 4 3L W V6 4 8L V 5 3L T 6 0L U V8 25121792 25121792 GF626 GF626 Passenger Compartment Air Filter Kit 4 3L W V6 4 8L V 5 3L T 6 0L U V8 52485513 52485513 PCV Valve 4 3L W V6 6487532 CV 769 C Spark Plugs 4 3L W V6 4 8L V 5 3L T 6 0L U V8 25162556 41 932 41 985 Wiper Blades 15153642 Wiper Blad...

Страница 369: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing V6 Engine V8 Engine 6 15 ...

Страница 370: ...rmed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 in this section Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 9 can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 16 ...

Страница 371: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 17 ...

Страница 372: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18 ...

Страница 373: ... Disabilities 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records 7 9 Reporting Safety Defects 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 11 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 11 Section 7 Customer Assistan...

Страница 374: ...ntact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the ...

Страница 375: ...VA 22203 1804 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs You can find your specifi...

Страница 376: ...istance Center United States Pontiac GMC Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 1 800 GMC 8782 462 8782 1 800 GMC 8583 462 8583 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 GMC 8782 462 8782 Fax Number 313 381 0022 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish Fax Number 313 381 0022 U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Fax Number 313 381 0022 Can...

Страница 377: ...r or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle hand controls wheelchair scooter lifts etc This program can also provide you with free resource information such as area driver assessment centers and mobility equipment installers The offer is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease For more details or to determine your vehicle s eligibility ...

Страница 378: ... entry into your vehicle Delivery of the replacement key will be covered within 10 miles Emergency Tow Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle disabling accident Assistance when the vehicle is mired in sand mud or snow Flat Tire Change Installation of a spare tire will be covered at no charge The customer is responsible for the repair or replacement of the t...

Страница 379: ...e Roadside Assistance program at any time without notification Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive roadside assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States Please refer to the Warranty and Owner Assistance Information book Courtesy Transportation GMC has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles To enha...

Страница 380: ...portation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs reimbursement five days maximum may be available for the use of public transportation such as taxi or bus In addition should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses five day maximum may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported...

Страница 381: ...he terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records Your vehicle like other modern motor vehicles has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle s performance Your vehicle uses on board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy to monitor condit...

Страница 382: ...data which is not tied to a specific vehicle with non GM organizations for research purposes Others such as law enforcement may have access to the special equipment that can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or SDM If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar please check the OnStar subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection Repo...

Страница 383: ...Sparks Street Tower C Ottawa Ontario K1A 0N5 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 GMC 8782 1 800 462 8782 or write Pontiac GMC Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 ...

Страница 384: ... information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please ...

Страница 385: ... Bag Systems 1 73 Air Cleaner Filter Engine 5 18 Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module SDM 7 9 All Overseas Locations 7 4 All Wheel Drive 5 47 All Wheel Drive AWD System 2 26 AM 3 72 AM FM Radio 3 43 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 74 Anti lock Brake System 4 7 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 33 Appearance Care 5 92 Care of Safety Belts 5 95 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 98 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehi...

Страница 386: ...vel 5 40 Brake Wear 5 40 Brakes 5 38 Braking 4 6 Braking in Emergencies 4 9 Break In New Vehicle 2 20 Bulb Replacement 5 51 Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 5 53 Halogen Bulbs 5 51 Headlamps 5 51 Replacement Bulbs 5 55 Taillamps 5 53 Buying New Tires 5 70 C California Fuel 5 5 Canada 7 4 Canadian Owners ii Canadian Roadside Assistance 7 7 Capacities and Specifications 5 106 Carbon Mo...

Страница 387: ...ng Children 1 36 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 52 Child Restraints cont Older Children 1 32 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 54 Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position 1 59 1 60 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position 1 57 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 62 Top Strap 1 49 Top Stra...

Страница 388: ...Defects to General Motors 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 10 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 11 D Daytime Running Lamps 3 15 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light 3 40 Defensive Driving 4 2 Defogging and Defrosting 3 20 Doing Your Own Service Work 5 3 Dome Lamp Overr...

Страница 389: ...ine Soon Light 3 35 Coolant 5 22 Coolant Heater 2 23 Coolant Temperature Gage 3 34 Drive Belt Routing 6 15 Engine Compartment Overview 5 12 Exhaust 2 30 Engine cont Fan Noise 5 35 Oil 5 13 Overheating 5 25 Reduced Power Light 3 40 Starting 2 22 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 5 103 Engine Oil Additives 5 16 Entry Lighting 3 17 Event Data Records EDR 7 9 Exit Lighting 3 17 Extender Safety Belt 1 32 E...

Страница 390: ...Gage Check Gages Warning Light 3 41 Engine Coolant Temperature 3 34 Fuel 3 41 Oil Pressure 3 37 Gage cont Speedometer 3 26 Voltmeter Gage 3 31 Gasoline Octane 5 4 Specifications 5 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 7 5 H Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer 3 9 Headlamp Wiring 5 101 Headlamps 5 51 Bulb Replacement 5 51 Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking...

Страница 391: ...e or Snow 4 30 If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer 4 38 Ignition Positions 2 21 Infants and Young Children Restraints 1 36 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 65 Inside Day Night Rearview Mirror 2 32 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 25 Overview 3 4 Instrument Panel Brightness Control 3 16 Interior Lamps 3 16 J Jump Starting 5 42 K Keyless Entry System 2 4 Keys 2 2 L Lamps Exterior 3 14 Interior 3 16 Lamps On Remin...

Страница 392: ... Low Coolant Warning Light 3 34 M Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services 6 6 At Each Fuel Fill 6 9 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 10 At the First 100 1 000 and 6 000 Miles 160 1 600 and 10 000km 6 9 Introduction 6 2 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Maintenance Record 6 16 Maintenance Requirements 6 2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 14 Owner Checks and Services 6 9 Reco...

Страница 393: ...ints 1 32 Online Owner Center 7 3 OnStar Personal Calling 2 36 OnStar Services 2 35 OnStar System 2 35 OnStar Virtual Advisor 2 36 Operation Tips 3 21 Other Warning Devices 3 7 Outlet Adjustment 3 21 Outside Camper Type Mirrors 2 32 Convex Mirror 2 34 Heated Mirrors 2 34 Manual Mirror 2 32 Power Mirrors 2 33 Owner Checks and Services 6 9 Owners Canadian ii Owner s Information 7 12 P Park P Shiftin...

Страница 394: ... Radio with CD 3 46 Radio with Six Disc CD 3 61 Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems RDS 3 43 Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems RDS 3 43 Theft Deterrent 3 72 Understanding Reception 3 72 RDS Messages 3 55 3 65 Reading Lamps 3 17 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System 3 22 Rear Axle 5 48 Locking 4 9 Rear Door Security Locks 2 10 Rear Doors 2 15 Rear Heating Sys...

Страница 395: ...24 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out 4 30 Routing Engine Drive Belt 6 15 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked 2 31 S Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 27 Safety Belts Care of 5 95 Center Passenger Position 1 24 1 25 Driver Position 1 15 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 15 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts 1 14 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children a...

Страница 396: ...l Damage 5 97 Shifting Into Park P 2 27 Shifting Out of Park P 2 29 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1 17 Single Stage Air Bags 1 72 Skidding 4 15 Sliding Side Door 2 11 Some Other Rainy Weather Tips 4 20 Special Fabric Cleaning Problems 5 93 Specifications Capacities 5 106 Speedometer 3 26 Stabilitrak System 4 9 Stabilitrak Indicator Light 3 33 Stabilitrak Not Ready Light 3 33 Starting Your Engine 2...

Страница 397: ...4 31 Towing a Trailer 4 37 Your Vehicle 4 31 Traction Stabilitrak System 4 9 Traction Control Operation 4 10 Trailer Brakes 4 46 Trailer Wiring Harness 4 50 Transfer Case 5 47 Transmission Fluid Automatic 5 19 Transmission Operation Automatic 2 24 Transmission Transaxle Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual 7 12 Transportation Options 7 8 Trip Odometer 3 26 Turn and Lane Change Signals 3 8 Turn Signal ...

Страница 398: ...l 5 17 What to Use 5 23 5 36 5 48 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 72 Replacement 5 72 When to Add Engine Oil 5 14 When to Change Engine Oil GM Oil Life System 5 16 When to Check 5 65 When to Check and Change 5 19 When to Check Lubricant 5 48 When to Check Power Steering Fluid 5 36 When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 18 When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 4 49 Where ...

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