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Section 5

Problems on the Road

Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road.

Hazard Warning Flashers

Other Warning Devices

Jump Starting

Towing Your Vehicle

Engine Overheating (Gasoline Engine)

Cooling System (Gasoline Engine)

Engine Fan Noise

If a Tire Goes Flat

Changing a Flat Tire

If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow

Содержание Sierra 2000

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Страница 2: ...ehicles purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 that provides in an emergency 1 800 GMC 8782 For vehicles purchased in Canada call 1 800 268 6800 Bumper to Bumper 3 years 36 000 miles 60 000 km Limite...

Страница 4: ...king Brake Windows Tilt Wheel Turn Signal Multifunction Lever Windshield Wipers Cruise Control Interior and Exterior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Accessory Power Outlets OnStar System Option Hom...

Страница 5: ...ing Tips for Various Road Conditions Off Road Driving Recreational Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer Heating and Air Conditioning Setting the Radio Clock Radio Cassette Player CD Pl...

Страница 6: ...Periodic Maintenance Inspections Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Maintenance Records Fuel Checking Fluids and Lubricants Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires and Wheels Appearan...

Страница 7: ...e it to quickly find something you want to read Section 8 Customer Satisfaction Procedures Customer Assistance Offices Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation Warranty Information See Warranty...

Страница 8: ...Motors of Canada Limited for GMC whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle plea...

Страница 9: ...in back of the manual It s an alphabetical list of what s in the manual and the page number where you ll find it Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We u...

Страница 10: ...could damage your vehicle In the notice area we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by your warranty and it could be costly But the notice...

Страница 11: ...s have to do with your lamps MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH TURN SIGNALS PARKING LAMPS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS FOG LAMPS These symbols are on some of your controls WINDSHIELD WIPER WINDSH...

Страница 12: ...x Model Reference This manual covers these models Regular Cab Pickup Extended Cab Pickup Crew Cab Chassis Cab 3500 HD Chassis Cab...

Страница 13: ...t Service Station Guide Engine Oil Dipstick See Section 6 Fuel Use unleaded gas only 87 Octane or higher See Section 6 Cooling System See Section 5 Hood Release See Section 6 Windshield Washer Fluid S...

Страница 14: ...Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 15 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 15 Driver Position 1 22 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 23 Right Front Passenger Position...

Страница 15: ...The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving If your vehicle has a manual bucket split...

Страница 16: ...orward move the knob toward the front of the vehicle To move the seat rearward move the knob toward the rear of the vehicle You can also raise and lower the front and rear of the seat To raise the fro...

Страница 17: ...itch when the lower seatback reaches the desired level of support To decrease support press and hold the rear of the rocker switch Let go of the switch when the lower seatback reaches the desired leve...

Страница 18: ...job 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...

Страница 19: ...ccess to the rear of the cab is available by using the rear doors The front seatback of the split bench seat and bucket seats fold forward to let you access the rear of the cab To fold a front split b...

Страница 20: ...the seat forward until it stops To return the seat to its regular position return the seatback to its upright position then push the whole seat rearward until it latches After returning the seat to it...

Страница 21: ...hes with the seat cushion 2 Lift the entire seat and push it rearward into place 3 Make sure the seat is secure The extended cab s rear seat can also be unfolded for more seating space To use the seat...

Страница 22: ...hes After returning the seatback to its upright position pull the seatback forward to make sure it is locked Safety Belts They re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts...

Страница 23: ...ckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have a...

Страница 24: ...1 11 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it...

Страница 25: ...1 12 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield...

Страница 26: ...nt panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts...

Страница 27: ...ey work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up...

Страница 28: ...ion Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat to...

Страница 29: ...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 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive...

Страница 30: ...d neck but not falling off your shoulder Q What s wrong with this A The shoulder belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder b...

Страница 31: ...ou can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cau...

Страница 32: ...injured 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...

Страница 33: ...be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too...

Страница 34: ...sted 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...

Страница 35: ...n it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously inju...

Страница 36: ...ht Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position earlier in this section The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way...

Страница 37: ...nch seats someone can sit in the center positions Rear Extended and Crew Cab Front All When you sit in a center seating position you have a lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt long...

Страница 38: ...t is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release but...

Страница 39: ...n be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Extended Cab If you have a Crew Cab see Rear Seat...

Страница 40: ...ll up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you wo...

Страница 41: ...rce 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 fo...

Страница 42: ...unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Crew Cab If you have an Extended Cab see Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Extended Cab earlier in this s...

Страница 43: ...plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure When the lap belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start aga...

Страница 44: ...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 onl...

Страница 45: ...When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat To provide added safety belt com...

Страница 46: ...lastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elast...

Страница 47: ...lide the guide onto the storage clip Make sure you remove the comfort guide from the belt before you fold a rear seat down or use an easy entry seat if your vehicle has one Children Everyone in a vehi...

Страница 48: ...at any child small enough for one is always properly restrained in a child or infant restraint Infants need complete support including support for the head and neck This is necessary because an infant...

Страница 49: ...ash During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110...

Страница 50: ...n selecting a child restraint take into consideration not only the child s weight and size but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used An i...

Страница 51: ...ints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs 9 kg and about one year of age This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant s head neck and body can have the support they need in a fro...

Страница 52: ...orward facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs 9 to 18 kg and about 26 to 40 inches 66 to 102 cm in height or up to around four years of age One type a conver...

Страница 53: ...You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help r...

Страница 54: ...sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure an...

Страница 55: ...ion Extended Cab If you have a Crew Cab see Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position Crew Cab later in this section You ll be using the lap shoulder belt See the earlier part about t...

Страница 56: ...if needed If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckl...

Страница 57: ...own on the child restraint as you tighten the belt Make sure the buckle end of the belt is pulled out all the way 5 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To...

Страница 58: ...at came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portion...

Страница 59: ...rward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure...

Страница 60: ...be using the lap belt 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 See the earlier part about the top...

Страница 61: ...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...

Страница 62: ...push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull...

Страница 63: ...aint when and as the instructions say 1 Put the restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The c...

Страница 64: ...rward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure...

Страница 65: ...o the child can wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat But they...

Страница 66: ...lt is very close to the child s face or neck A Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper...

Страница 67: ...in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries Wherever the child sits the...

Страница 68: ...etractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired...

Страница 69: ...ter If Equipped 2 16 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 19 Manual Transmission Operation 2 22 Four Wheel Drive If Equipped 2 27 Parking Brake 2 28 Shifting Into PARK P Automatic Transmission Only 2 30...

Страница 70: ...le with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons A child or others could be badly injured or even killed They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don...

Страница 71: ...AUTION Unlocked doors can be dangerous Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out When a door is locked the inside handle won t open it Outsiders can easily enter through an...

Страница 72: ...s If Equipped Press the top of the power door lock switch marked LOCK on either front door to lock all the doors at once Press the ribbed side of the switch to unlock all the doors at once Leaving You...

Страница 73: ...complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received includin...

Страница 74: ...th the ignition off If you do not want the horn to chirp as a confirmation that the doors have locked or unlocked please consult your dealer Matching Transmitter s To Your Vehicle Each remote keyless...

Страница 75: ...any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter Use one three volt type CR2032 or equivalent battery To replace the battery 1 Insert a small coin o...

Страница 76: ...smitter for at least five seconds The door locks should cycle to confirm synchronization If the locks do not cycle see your dealer for service Tailgate You can open the tailgate by lifting up on its h...

Страница 77: ...taining cable clip away from the cable end Lift the cable so it points straight out and push the cable clips forward 2 With the tailgate at a slight upward angle pull back on the tailgate at the right...

Страница 78: ...eel will be locked and so will your ignition If you have an automatic transmission taking your key out also locks your transmission Also remember to lock the doors Parking at Night Park in a lighted s...

Страница 79: ...operly 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 in the Index See your dealer for se...

Страница 80: ...ur key when the ignition is turned to LOCK OFF C This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel It doesn t lock the steering wheel like LOCK Use OFF if you must have your...

Страница 81: ...ansmission vehicles unless the key release button is used To remove the key turn the key to OFF press and hold the button and turn the key to LOCK Do not hold the button in while turning the key to OF...

Страница 82: ...try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter 2 If it doesn t start right away hold your key in START If it doesn t start in 10 seconds push the accelerator pedal all the way down...

Страница 83: ...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 pron...

Страница 84: ...being moved out of PARK P This means that if your key is in OFF rather than LOCK there will be a small current drain on your battery which could discharge your battery over a period of time If you hav...

Страница 85: ...transfer case is in NEUTRAL N So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear two wheel high 2H or four wheel high 4H or four wheel low 4L not in NEUTRAL N See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you...

Страница 86: ...l the way down You ll shift down to the next gear and have more power AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE B can be used when towing a trailer carrying a heavy load driving on steep hills or for off road driving You m...

Страница 87: ...pedal This could overheat and damage the transmission Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to hold your vehicle in position on a hill Manual Transmission Operation 5 Speed If Equipped Here s how to o...

Страница 88: ...accelerator pedal FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 Shift into the higher forward gears the same way you do for THIRD 3 Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal To stop let up on the ac...

Страница 89: ...ght If you have a manual transmission you may have a SHIFT light This light will show you when to shift to the next higher gear for best fuel economy When this light comes on you can shift to the next...

Страница 90: ...H 2H for most normal driving conditions NOTICE Driving in the 4 WHEEL HIGH 4H or 4 WHEEL LOW 4L positions for a long time on dry or wet pavement could shorten the life of your vehicle s drivetrain Fro...

Страница 91: ...2H This setting is for driving in most street and highway situations Your front axle is not engaged in two wheel drive 4 Wheel High 4H This setting engages your front axle to help drive your vehicle...

Страница 92: ...into 4 WHEEL HIGH 4H To shift into or out of 4 WHEEL LOW 4L or NEUTRAL N 1 Slow the vehicle to a roll about 1 to 3 mph 2 to 5 km h and shift an automatic transmission into NEUTRAL N or with a manual...

Страница 93: ...y roads or in most off road situations 4LO This setting also engages your front axle to give you extra traction You may never need 4LO It sends the maximum power to all four wheels You might choose 4L...

Страница 94: ...essed when your vehicle is in gear and or moving the 4LO indicator light will flash for 30 seconds and not complete the shift unless your vehicle is moving slower than 3 mph 4 8 km h and the transmiss...

Страница 95: ...ear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle Always check to be sure your parking brake is fully released before you drive If you are towin...

Страница 96: ...sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow With four wheel drive if your transfer case is in NEUTRAL N your vehicle will be free to roll even if you...

Страница 97: ...erous to leave your vehicle with the engine running Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set If you have four wheel drive with a man...

Страница 98: ...in the Index When you are ready to drive move the shift lever out of PARK P before you release the parking brake If torque lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphi...

Страница 99: ...if you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL N can cause your vehicle to roll even if the manual transmission is in gear You or someone...

Страница 100: ...r vehicle D Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and D Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked Automatic Transmission It s better not to park...

Страница 101: ...l allow the vehicle to roll even if your shift lever is in PARK P So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL N Always set your parking brake Follow the proper steps to be sure your...

Страница 102: ...indows the controls are on each of the side doors The driver s door has a switch for the passenger windows also Your power windows will work when the ignition has been turned to ACCESSORY or RUN Press...

Страница 103: ...switch is in LOCK The windows can still be operated using the driver s window switch When the switch is moved to NORM the rear power windows will operate again Swing Out Windows Extended Cab To open...

Страница 104: ...more room when you enter and exit the vehicle To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in pl...

Страница 105: ...mplete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it If you move the lever all the way up or down and the arrow flashes at twice the normal rate a signal bulb may be burned out...

Страница 106: ...urn the knob further to HIGH To stop the wipers turn the knob to OFF Damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely To avoid damage be sure to clear ice and snow from the...

Страница 107: ...ntil the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision Washer fluid will spray as long as you push the paddle When you let go of the paddle the wi...

Страница 108: ...bout 25 mph 40 km h When you apply your brakes the cruise control shuts off CAUTION D Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on...

Страница 109: ...ph 40 km h or more you can move the cruise switch from ON to R A Resume Accelerate briefly You ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there If you hold the switch at R A the vehicle will ke...

Страница 110: ...hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed If the steepness of the hill causes th...

Страница 111: ...Lamps If Equipped D Taillamps D License Plate Lamps D Instrument Panel Lights D Transfer Case Shift Indicator Light Four Wheel Drive Vehicles Turn the knob clockwise again to the master lighting symb...

Страница 112: ...nd other lamps won t be on Your instrument panel won t be lit up either When it begins to get dark your DRL indicator light is a reminder to turn your headlamp switch on The other lamps that come on w...

Страница 113: ...mps can be adjusted to point in the direction you want Dome Lamps The dome lamps will come on when you open the doors You can also turn the dome lamps on by turning the thumbwheel located next to the...

Страница 114: ...he switch to turn it off The dome lamp switch must be on or one of the doors open for the cargo lamp to work Mirrors Inside Day Night Rearview Mirror Push the tab under the mirror rearward to reduce g...

Страница 115: ...mpass display When on the compass automatically calibrates as the vehicle is driven Mirror Operation The right side of the switch located at the bottom of the mirror turns the electrochromic mirror on...

Страница 116: ...pass heading N for North for example there may be a strong magnetic field interfering with the compass Such interference may be caused by a magnetic antenna mount magnetic note pad holder or a similar...

Страница 117: ...netic north and true geographic north If not adjusted to account for compass variance your compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance 1 Press and hold the COMP button located at...

Страница 118: ...nd you Some mirrors can be folded in to enter narrow doorways The use of hood mounted air deflectors and add on convex mirror attachments may adversely affect mirror performance Camper Type Outside Mi...

Страница 119: ...the mirrors when hauling a slide in camper or towing a trailer turn the mirror by pushing the mirror head toward the front of the vehicle 2 Turn the mirror head so that the mirror surface faces the re...

Страница 120: ...mirror head B and moving the outer mirror frame A backward or forward You can also loosen the nut C on the top and bottom of the outer mirror frame to tilt the mirror head Electric Outside Rearview M...

Страница 121: ...ulder before changing lanes Storage Compartments Your vehicle includes a number of storage compartments for storage of often used items Some vehicles have storage areas in the instrument panel Use the...

Страница 122: ...d 2 Peel the protective backing from the hook and loop patch Press it firmly to the center of the back of your garage door opener 3 Center the garage door opener activation button over the console doo...

Страница 123: ...door opener and add or remove pegs as needed until the opener operates properly Sunglasses Storage Compartment The center overhead compartment can be used to conveniently store your sunglasses To ope...

Страница 124: ...the cupholder tray open To close the cupholder slide it back into the instrument panel Center Console Storage Area If Equipped Your vehicle may have a console compartment between the bucket seats To...

Страница 125: ...2 57 Your console may have a cupholder that swings out for the back seat passengers to use There may also be a drawer that slides out from the bottom of the console...

Страница 126: ...s of paper or similar items Your vehicle may have a removable cupholder at the front of the console To remove the cupholder pull the front of the cupholder toward you and lift up To insert the cuphold...

Страница 127: ...armrest Then let the lid pop up and swing open The storage compartment has a cassette compact disc holder The holder will store up to five compact disc cases and up to six cassette tape cases The stor...

Страница 128: ...htray place the bottom part of the ashtray on the pivot bar at the bottom of its mounting on the instrument panel Then turn the ashtray back to its original position Rear Ashtray If Equipped To use a...

Страница 129: ...ette lighter Use these outlets to power mobile telephones or other devices designed to operate with vehicle electrical systems Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the visors You can also...

Страница 130: ...2 62 Instrument Panel Your Information System...

Страница 131: ...G Audio System H Comfort Control System I Glove Box J Ashtray K Cupholder L Auxiliary Power Outlets M Storage Area or Compact Disc Player If Equipped N Rear Window Defogger Switch If Equipped O Electr...

Страница 132: ...shown Canada similar Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you have and many other things y...

Страница 133: ...eage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero To reset the trip odomet...

Страница 134: ...dicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warn...

Страница 135: ...your accessories such as the radio and the air conditioner Voltmeter When your engine is not running but the ignition is in RUN this gage shows your battery s state of charge in DC volts When the eng...

Страница 136: ...d braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there could be a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should come on briefly when you tu...

Страница 137: ...e anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a proble...

Страница 138: ...t more serious damage to your vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on...

Страница 139: ...e amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light stops flashing and remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do...

Страница 140: ...ent and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begi...

Страница 141: ...to your dealer for service This light should come on when the ignition is on but the engine is not running as a check to show you it is working If it does not come on at all have it repaired NOTICE If...

Страница 142: ...al operating range A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure Check your oil as soon as possible Security Light This...

Страница 143: ...the DRL are on When it begins to get dark the DRL indicator light is a reminder to turn on your headlamps Check Gages Light This light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine If the ligh...

Страница 144: ...the fuel gage D At the gas station the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads FULL F D It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated For example the gage may have ind...

Страница 145: ...e Clock for Systems with SET Button 3 7 Setting the Clock for Systems with HR and MN Buttons 3 7 AM FM Stereo 3 9 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player If Equipped 3 11 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tap...

Страница 146: ...tly of the function knob setting Turn the knob clockwise toward the red area for warmer air Turn the knob counterclockwise toward the blue area for cooler air Mode Knob The right knob on the control p...

Страница 147: ...lative temperature of the air flowing into the passenger area of your vehicle This knob will allow you to adjust the relative air temperature independently of the function knob setting Turn the knob c...

Страница 148: ...ing your engine in cold weather 20_F 8_C or lower your heating system will produce warmer air faster to heat the passenger compartment in cold weather The use of an engine coolant heater also reduces...

Страница 149: ...f fogging the inside of your windows D When you enter a vehicle in cold weather turn the blower fan to HI for a few moments before driving This helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture and re...

Страница 150: ...across the defogger grid on the rear window NOTICE Don t use a razor blade or something else sharp on the inside of the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the warming grid and the repairs...

Страница 151: ...and turn the radio off RECALL Display the time with the ignition off by pressing the recall knob When the radio is playing press this knob to recall the station frequency Finding a Station AM FM Press...

Страница 152: ...Tune in the desired station 2 Press SET SET will appear on the display 3 Press two adjoining buttons at the same time within five seconds Whenever you press the same two buttons the station you set wi...

Страница 153: ...wer knob to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 TUNE Turn the lower knob to tune in radio stations SEEK Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower...

Страница 154: ...lever up or down to increase or decrease treble If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Adjusting the Speakers BAL Turn the control behind the upper knob to move the sound to...

Страница 155: ...r tape player To activate the bypass feature use the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Insert the adapter 3 Within five seconds press and hold the REV and FWD buttons at the same time for three se...

Страница 156: ...position when you re not using it SEEK Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking S...

Страница 157: ...splay will go blank If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them AUTO TONE Press this button to select...

Страница 158: ...PROG 2 Press this button to switch from one side of the tape to the other NEXT 3 Press the NEXT button or the SEEK right arrow to search for the next selection A minimum three second blank gap is requ...

Страница 159: ...as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index After you clean the player press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indic...

Страница 160: ...el Turn the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the SCV Then as you drive SCV automatically increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any particular speed The volume le...

Страница 161: ...the AM FM1 or FM2 mode and then press P SCAN It will scan through each station stored on your pushbuttons and stop for a few seconds before continuing to scan through all of the pushbuttons Press P S...

Страница 162: ...release it from its stored position Turn the control clockwise to adjust the sound to the front speakers and counterclockwise for the rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the...

Страница 163: ...resume playing RECALL Press this button to see what track is playing Press it again within five seconds to see how long the CD has been playing that track Elapsed time is displayed in minutes and sec...

Страница 164: ...but is still sitting in the remote CD player will be pulled back into the player after approximately 30 seconds This protects the disc and player from damage The disc will not start playing To remove...

Страница 165: ...SCAN again to turn off RANDOM and return to normal operation RECALL Press this button to see what track is currently playing Press RECALL again within five seconds to see how long the track has been...

Страница 166: ...ode 7 Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code 8 Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down The display will show REP to...

Страница 167: ...code matches the secret code you have written down The display will show indicating that the radio is no longer secured If the code entered is incorrect SEC will appear on the display The radio will...

Страница 168: ...volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly NOTICE Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio be sure you can add what y...

Страница 169: ...ovement in sound quality clean the tape player The recommended cleaning method for your cassette tape player is the use of a scrubbing action non abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the t...

Страница 170: ...play to show the indicator was reset Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrad over time Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player s...

Страница 171: ...15 Off Road Driving with Your Four Wheel Drive Vehicle 4 28 Driving at Night 4 30 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 33 City Driving 4 34 Freeway Driving 4 35 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 36 Highw...

Страница 172: ...ventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is goi...

Страница 173: ...alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive Bu...

Страница 174: ...arried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks The law in many U S states sets the lega...

Страница 175: ...right answer What if there s 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 co...

Страница 176: ...up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with...

Страница 177: ...p 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 ma...

Страница 178: ...els is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could Th...

Страница 179: ...rive your anti lock brakes work at all times whether you are in two wheel drive or four wheel drive Braking in Emergencies With anti lock you can steer and brake at the same time In many emergencies s...

Страница 180: ...is the one factor you can control Suppose you re steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet...

Страница 181: ...apply your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depend...

Страница 182: ...another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or...

Страница 183: ...s are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the bl...

Страница 184: ...n skid are best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If y...

Страница 185: ...ing safer and more enjoyable Before You Go Off Roading There are some things to do before you go out For example be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done Check to make sure all...

Страница 186: ...es in the Index Environmental Concerns Off road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation However it also raises environmental concerns GM recognizes these concerns and urges every off r...

Страница 187: ...we mean Tune your senses to different kinds of signals Your eyes for example need to constantly sweep the terrain for unexpected obstacles Your ears need to listen for unusual tire or engine sounds Wi...

Страница 188: ...ects later D Will you have to stop suddenly or change direction quickly When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain keep a firm grip on the steering wheel Ruts troughs or other surface features can...

Страница 189: ...e may be a smooth constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top On a large hill the incline may get steeper as you near the top but you may not...

Страница 190: ...e traction slide sideways and possibly roll over You could be seriously injured or killed When driving up hills always try to go straight up D Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill...

Страница 191: ...ering wheel at the 12 o clock position This way you ll be able to tell if your wheels are straight and maneuver as you back down It s best that you back down the hill with your wheels straight rather...

Страница 192: ...eave the vehicle Leave it in some gear CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL N can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P or if you have the manual transmission even...

Страница 193: ...ol at all times CAUTION Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakes to overheat and fade This could cause loss of control and a serious accident Apply the brakes lightly when descending...

Страница 194: ...cross When you go straight up or down a hill the length of the wheel base the distance from the front wheels to the rear wheels reduces the likelihood the vehicle will tumble end over end But when you...

Страница 195: ...ut I hit some loose gravel and start to slide downhill What should I do A If you feel your vehicle starting to slide sideways turn downhill This should help straighten out the vehicle and prevent the...

Страница 196: ...action But it will depend upon how loosely packed the sand is On loosely packed sand as on beaches or sand dunes your tires will tend to sink into the sand This has an effect on steering accelerating...

Страница 197: ...ur ignition system and your vehicle can stall Stalling can also occur if you get your tailpipe under water And as long as your tailpipe is under water you ll never be able to start your engine When yo...

Страница 198: ...ven braking Check the body structure steering suspension wheels tires and exhaust system for damage Also check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage Your vehicle will require more frequent...

Страница 199: ...They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for y...

Страница 200: ...t 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 har...

Страница 201: ...is dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you re going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplani...

Страница 202: ...to drive through flowing water as you might at a low water crossing your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle If this happens you and t...

Страница 203: ...city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip D Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You ll save time and energy...

Страница 204: ...ce ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirr...

Страница 205: ...your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service exper...

Страница 206: ...leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips D Make sure your vehicle is wel...

Страница 207: ...UTION Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then ha...

Страница 208: ...reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you proper...

Страница 209: ...nti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have an anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dr...

Страница 210: ...ummon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe D Turn on your hazard flashers D Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you ve been stopped by the snow D Put on extra clothing or w...

Страница 211: ...e 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 charg...

Страница 212: ...lubrication while being towed To properly tow these vehicles they should be placed on a platform trailer with all four wheels off the ground In rare cases when it s unavoidable that a two wheel drive...

Страница 213: ...tow your vehicle on all four wheels with a manual transfer case 1 Firmly set the parking brake 2 Place the transmission in PARK P or a manual transmission in FIRST 1 3 Securely attach the vehicle bein...

Страница 214: ...e 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...

Страница 215: ...cle s option content Therefore to help avoid vehicle damage D Make sure the weight on the front and rear axles does not exceed their respective axle ratings NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued D For the...

Страница 216: ...ople in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash D Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle Try to spread the weight evenly D Never stack heavier things like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some o...

Страница 217: ...in the camper and D all the people inside The Cargo Weight Rating CWR is the maximum weight of the load your vehicle can carry It doesn t include the weight of the people inside But you can figure abo...

Страница 218: ...loaded your vehicle and camper drive to a weigh station and weigh the front and rear wheels separately This will tell you the loads on your axles The loads on the front and rear axles shouldn t be mo...

Страница 219: ...the front of the pickup box This harness has a 30 amp battery feed wire and no connector and should be wired by a qualified electrical technician After choosing an aftermarket mating connector pair h...

Страница 220: ...a specialized body should be installed by a body builder in accordance with the information available from the Customer Assistance Office Towing a Trailer CAUTION If you don t use the correct equipmen...

Страница 221: ...not only where you live but also where you ll be driving A good source for this information can be state or provincial police D Consider using a sway control if your trailer will weigh less than the...

Страница 222: ...ssenger are in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment The weight of additional optionalequipment passengersandcargointhetowvehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer...

Страница 223: ...10 10 500lbs 4 767 kg Fifth wheel hitch rating weight distributing hitch rating is limited to 10 000 lbs 4 540 kg C 3500 2WD Engine Trans Axle Ratio Max Trailer Wt 5 7L 4 10 7 500 lbs 3 405 kg 4 56 9...

Страница 224: ...wheel hitch rating weight distributing hitch rating is limited to 10 000 lbs 4 540 kg C 3500 Crew Cab 2WD Engine Trans Axle Ratio Max Trailer Wt 5 7L 4 10 7 000 lbs 3 178 kg 4 56 8 500 lbs 3 859 kg 6...

Страница 225: ...s Axle Ratio Max Trailer Wt 6 5L Diesel Auto 4 63 9 000 lbs 4 086 kg 5 13 10 000lbs 4 540 kg 7 4L 4 63 12 000 lbs 5 448 kg 5 13 12 000 lbs 5 448 kg Fifth wheel hitch rating weight distributing hitch r...

Страница 226: ...hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B If you re using a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue A should weigh 12 percent of the total loaded tra...

Страница 227: ...ains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for attaching safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper Always leave jus...

Страница 228: ...are working This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still w...

Страница 229: ...to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well If you have an automa...

Страница 230: ...into PARK P for an automatic transmission or REVERSE R for a manual transmission 5 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear and not in NEUTRAL N 6 Release th...

Страница 231: ...ransmission fluid don t overfill engine oil axle lubricant belts cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailer...

Страница 232: ...ess to your trailer D Brown Rear Lamps D Yellow Left Stoplamp and Turn Signal D Dark Green Right Stoplamp and Turn Signal D White Heavy Gauge Ground D Light Green Back up Lamps D White Light Gauge Cen...

Страница 233: ...vehicle before using the PTO To engage a PTO 1 Hold the clutch pedal down 2 Set the parking brake 3 Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL N 4 Engage the PTO NOTICE Using a PTO for more than four hours...

Страница 234: ...shift the transfer case into the range you want apply the regular brakes and release the parking brake 6 Release the clutch and the regular brakes as you normally would When you release the clutch the...

Страница 235: ...ll be using the bumper to tow a trailer you must remove the center cutout circle to install the trailer ball You must also remove both outer cutouts to attach the trailer safety chains To remove the p...

Страница 236: ...on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 2 Other Warning Devices 5 3 Jump Starting 5 8 Towing Your Vehicle 5 9 Engine Overheating Gasoline Engine 5 12 Cooling System Gasoline Engine 5 20 Engine Fan N...

Страница 237: ...he way down to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in To turn off the flasher...

Страница 238: ...rt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelcoR battery in your vehicle has a built in hydrometer Do not charge...

Страница 239: ...transfer case is not in NEUTRAL N 4 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or accessory power outlets Turn off all lamps that aren t...

Страница 240: ...it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 6 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The v...

Страница 241: ...5 6 7 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery 8 Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery...

Страница 242: ...of the vehicle with the dead battery Attach the cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there but the c...

Страница 243: ...le CAUTION To help avoid serious personal injury to you or others D Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed D Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds D Never tow with damaged pa...

Страница 244: ...8 km h or legal speed limit and the distance is unlimited Four Wheel Drive vehicles must have the transfer case in NEUTRAL N The towing limits for sling type equipment and wheel lift equipment are as...

Страница 245: ...it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly...

Страница 246: ...window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE B for automatic transmissions If you no longer have the overh...

Страница 247: ...Engine Fan s CAUTION If your vehicle has air conditioning the auxiliary electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothi...

Страница 248: ...tem CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose al...

Страница 249: ...needs service Turn off the engine How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank Gasoline Engines If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at or above the COLD mark add a 50 50...

Страница 250: ...engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at or above the C...

Страница 251: ...ey 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...

Страница 252: ...ap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop...

Страница 253: ...e up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the COLD mark 5 Put the cap back on t...

Страница 254: ...adiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 8 Then replace the p...

Страница 255: ...driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect...

Страница 256: ...n shift lever in PARK P or shift a manual transmission to FIRST 1 or REVERSE R 3 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL N 4 Turn off the eng...

Страница 257: ...enger s seat Turn the wing nut counterclockwise and remove the jack cover if there is one Remove the jacking equipment If you have a chassis cab refer to the information from the body supplier install...

Страница 258: ...hook near the end of the jack handle as illustrated with the DOWN marking facing you Insert the other end through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft 2 Turn the ratchet to lower the...

Страница 259: ...A the jack handle extension B the jack handle C the wheel wrench D and the ratchet E If the flat tire is on the rear of the vehicle you ll need the jack handle extension also 1 Attach the jack handle...

Страница 260: ...the wheel wrench and ratchet to remove them Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise with DOWN facing you to remove the wheel nut caps 4 Then take off the hub cap 5 If the wheel also has a trim ring use...

Страница 261: ...osition the jack under the vehicle If the flat tire is on the front of the vehicle position the jack on the frame behind the flat tire If the flat tire is on the rear position the jack on the rear axl...

Страница 262: ...nal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle Front Position Rear Position 3 With UP on the ratchet facing you raise the vehicle b...

Страница 263: ...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...

Страница 264: ...the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each wheel nut by hand using the wheel wrench until the wheel is held against the hub Front Position Rear Position 7 Lower the vehicle by rotating the ratchet and wh...

Страница 265: ...el nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque See Capacities and Specifications in the Index NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts ca...

Страница 266: ...nt of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Store the flat tire where the spare tire was stored A Hoist...

Страница 267: ...r the hook at the end of the jack handle Insert the other end on an angle through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft 4 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle Conti...

Страница 268: ...xtension D Wheel Wrench E Jack and Tool Storage Box F Ratchet G Jack Handle H Tool Retainer Extended Cab Models A Nut B Jack and Tool Cover C Jack Handle Extension D Tool Retainer E Jack and Tool Stor...

Страница 269: ...els but you don t want to spin your wheels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they ca...

Страница 270: ...een FIRST 1 or SECOND 2 andREVERSE R spinningthewheelsaslittleaspossible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear By sl...

Страница 271: ...icle straight out Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back NOTICE Never use the recovery hooks to...

Страница 272: ...5 38 NOTES...

Страница 273: ...ol System 6 13 Engine Oil Gasoline Engine 6 17 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Gasoline Engines 6 20 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 23 Manual Transmission Fluid 6 24 Hydraulic Clutch 6 25 Rear Axle 6 26 Fou...

Страница 274: ...ine GM parts have one of these marks Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to servic...

Страница 275: ...he Diesel Engine Supplement For vehicles with gasoline engines please read this Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher It is recommended that the gasoline meet specifications which...

Страница 276: ...ervice station operator whether or not the fuel contains MMT General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines If fuels containing MMT are used spark plug life may be reduced and your emissi...

Страница 277: ...in the country where you ll be driving You can also write us at the following address for advice Just tell us where you re going and give your Vehicle Identification Number VIN General Motors Overseas...

Страница 278: ...instances when only a partial fuel fill is desired An automatic transfer mechanism will maintain approximately equal fuel levels in both tanks so no switching is required by the operator While refueli...

Страница 279: ...g the Outside of Your Vehicle in the Index When you put the cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a clicking sound Make sure you fully install the cap The diagnostic system can det...

Страница 280: ...ntact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete D Don t smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAU...

Страница 281: ...the vehicle Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release located just to the passenger s side of the center of the grill Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure...

Страница 282: ...y B Engine Air Cleaner Filter C Radiator Cap D Coolant Recovery Tank E Air Filter Restriction Indicator F Engine Oil Dipstick G Automatic Transmission Dipstick If Equipped H Engine Oil Fill I Fan J Po...

Страница 283: ...lter D Radiator Cap E Air Filter Restriction Indicator F Engine Oil Dipstick G Automatic Transmission Dipstick If Equipped H Engine Oil Fill I Fan J Power Steering Fluid Reservoir K Brake Fluid Reserv...

Страница 284: ...ir 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...

Страница 285: ...il must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick has a yellow ring handle and is located on the passenger s side of the engine Turn off the engine and give the oil sever...

Страница 286: ...h oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged The engine oil fill cap for the VORTEC 5700 V8 engi...

Страница 287: ...te API Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil...

Страница 288: ...re all you will need for good performance and engine protection When to Change Engine Oil If any one of these is true for you use the short trip city maintenance schedule D Most trips are less than 5...

Страница 289: ...al of oil products Used oil can be a real threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all free flowing oil from the filter before disposal Don t ever dispose of oil by puttin...

Страница 290: ...rvice is required When the area inside the indicator is orange and CHANGE AIR FILTER appears the filter should be replaced To remove the air filter 1 Unhook the retaining clips and remove the cover 2...

Страница 291: ...he air filter See Owner Checks and Services in the Index CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it st...

Страница 292: ...vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 100 000 miles 166 000 km See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Because this operation can be a little di...

Страница 293: ...nly as a reference Let the engine run at idle for five minutes if outside temperatures are 50_F 10_C or more If it s colder than 50_F 10_C you may have to idle the engine longer Should the fluid level...

Страница 294: ...rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the COLD are...

Страница 295: ...ty D After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check D When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way then flip the handle down to lock the d...

Страница 296: ...to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index 1 Remove the filler plug 2 Add fluid at the filler plug hole Add only enough fluid...

Страница 297: ...s in place in the reservoir See the instructions on the reservoir cap Rear Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and w...

Страница 298: ...el Drive Most lubricant checks in this section also apply to four wheel drive vehicles However they have two additional systems that need lubrication Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to the...

Страница 299: ...ttom of the filler plug hole you may need to add some lubricant When the differential is cold add enough lubricant to raise the level to 1 2 inch 12 mm below the filler plug hole When the differential...

Страница 300: ...DEX COOLR coolant will D Give freezing protection down to 34_F 37_C D Give boiling protection up to 265_F 129_C D Protect against rust and corrosion D Help keep the proper engine temperature D Let the...

Страница 301: ...ngine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOLR coolant NOTI...

Страница 302: ...oolant add the proper DEX COOLR coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank CAUTION Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow...

Страница 303: ...om overheating Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check p...

Страница 304: ...the mark What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage ho...

Страница 305: ...is completely full D Don t use engine coolant antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is here It is fill...

Страница 306: ...is hot enough You or others could be burned and your vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when t...

Страница 307: ...ot work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid NOTICE D Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops...

Страница 308: ...hear the brake wear warning sound have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Continuing to drive with worn out brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a bra...

Страница 309: ...a few times Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking Your...

Страница 310: ...if you aren t careful See Jump Starting in the Index for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Also...

Страница 311: ...Remove the four screws from the headlamp retainer 2 Pull the headlamp out and remove the retainer 3 Unplug and remove the headlamp 4 Plug in the new headlamp and put it in place 5 Install the retainer...

Страница 312: ...lens assembly 3 Unplug the electrical connector 4 Turn the bulb counterclockwise and remove it 5 Put the new bulb into the assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight 6 Plug in the electrical con...

Страница 313: ...side of the lamp socket while turning the socket counterclockwise 4 Pull the socket out of the lamp assembly 5 Push in gently on the bulb turn it counterclockwise and remove it from the socket 6 Put t...

Страница 314: ...wise 3 Pull the socket out of the lamp assembly 4 Push in gently on the bulb turn it counterclockwise and remove it from the socket 5 Put the new bulb into the socket gently press in on the bulb and t...

Страница 315: ...opening and turn the sidemarker bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it 3 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket 4 Put a new bulb into the socket and push it in until it is tight 5 Put the socket...

Страница 316: ...e fender 2 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the lens assembly 3 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket 4 Put a new bulb into the socket and push it in until it is tight 5 Put...

Страница 317: ...unted Stoplamp CHMSL 1 Remove the screws and lift off the lens 2 Pull the old bulb straight out of the socket 3 Put a new bulb into the socket and push it in until it is tight 4 Reinstall the lens and...

Страница 318: ...Remove the screws and lamp assembly 2 Unplug the lamp assembly harness 3 Use a screwdriver to gently pry the individual lamp from the lamp housing 4 Unplug the lamp at the connector 5 Plug in a new l...

Страница 319: ...until it is tight 6 Reinstall the bulb retainer 7 Reinstall the rear lamp assembly and tighten the screws 8 Close the tailgate Taillamps Chassis Cab Models 1 Using your hands peel the rubber seal away...

Страница 320: ...seal Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear and cracking See Wiper Blade Check in Section 7 of this manual under Part B Owner Che...

Страница 321: ...ed and improperly used tires are dangerous D Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle in...

Страница 322: ...h flexing D Too much heat D Tire overloading D Bad wear D Bad handling D Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following D Un...

Страница 323: ...e more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals If your vehicle has single re...

Страница 324: ...d adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Certification Tire label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index CAUTION Rust or dirt...

Страница 325: ...icle 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 torque see Wheel Nut Torque...

Страница 326: ...or 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...

Страница 327: ...ards 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 15...

Страница 328: ...er separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give...

Страница 329: ...ment NOTICE The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clear...

Страница 330: ...ICE Continued NOTICE Continued If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the rear tires If you don t have dual wheels use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use ch...

Страница 331: ...uer Thinner D Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says you can In many uses these wil...

Страница 332: ...e a sponge to remove the suds 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean damp towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee...

Страница 333: ...oe polish on leather D Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild...

Страница 334: ...er blade chatters when running wax sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner Bon AmiRPowder non scratching glass cleaning p...

Страница 335: ...ey could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Cleaning Ext...

Страница 336: ...special care with aluminum trim To avoid damaging protective trim never use auto or chrome polish steam or caustic soap to clean aluminum A coating of wax rubbed to high polish is recommended for all...

Страница 337: ...ody repair shop applies anti corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while ma...

Страница 338: ...body car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces...

Страница 339: ...lastic rubber and vinyl 1052925 16 oz 0 473 L Multi Purpose Interior Clean er Cleans carpets seats interior trim door panels and floor mats 1052929 16 oz 0 473 L Wheel Cleaner Spray on and rinse with...

Страница 340: ...d 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 Se...

Страница 341: ...use the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breake...

Страница 342: ...amperage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can Instrume...

Страница 343: ...Switch Keyless Entry Low Coolant Module Illuminated Entry Module DRAC Diesel Engine 5 Not Used 6 Cruise Control 7 Auxiliary Power Outlet 8 Crank 9 License Lamp Parking Lamps Taillamps Roof Marker Lamp...

Страница 344: ...23 Not Used 24 Front Axle 4WD Indicator Lamp TP2 Relay Gasoline Engine A Power Door Lock Six Way Power Seat Keyless Entry Module B Power Windows Underhood Fuse Relay Center The underhood fuse relay ce...

Страница 345: ...ne HTD ST FR Not Used A C Air Conditioning HTD MIR Not Used ENG 1 Ignition Switch EGR Canister Purge EVRV Idle Coast Solenoid MAF Heated O2 Fuel Heater Diesel Engine Water Sensor Diesel Engine Boost S...

Страница 346: ...Roof Marker Lamp 5 194 License Plate Lamp 2 194 Center High Mounted Stoplamp 4 921 Underhood Lamp 1 93 Pickup Box Identification Lamp 3 153R Interior Lamps Quantity Number Dome Lamps 2 211 2 Reading...

Страница 347: ...Description Torque C K 2500 6 bolts 14 mm 140 lb ft 190 N m C K 2500 w C6P 8 bolts 14 mm 140 lb ft 190 N m C K 3500 Single Rear Wheels 8 bolts 14 mm 140 lb ft 190 N m C K 3500 Dual Rear Wheels 8 bolts...

Страница 348: ...apacity Approximate Engine VIN Quantity with Filter VORTEC 5700 R 5 0 quarts 4 8 L VORTEC 7400 J 6 6 quarts 6 3 L Oil filter should be changed at every oil change Fuel Tank Capacity Approximate Type Q...

Страница 349: ...mation only If you have any questions see the service manual for the chassis or refer to the body manufacturer s publications VIN Code M R J Oil Filter PF1218 PF1218 PF1218 Air Cleaner Filter A1300C A...

Страница 350: ...dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 9 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 7 35 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7 52 P...

Страница 351: ...t Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect...

Страница 352: ...o the work If you want to get the service information see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what y...

Страница 353: ...hen you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and...

Страница 354: ...that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or...

Страница 355: ...es Inspection If Equipped Exhaust Gas Recirculation System Inspection Gasoline Engine Only Evaporative Control System Inspection Diesel Engine Only Crankcase Depression Regulator Valve CDRV System Che...

Страница 356: ...e Oil and Filter Change or every 12 months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or every 12 months whichever occurs first Drive Axle Service Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Gasoline E...

Страница 357: ...line Engine Only Evaporative Control System Inspection Diesel Engine Only Crankcase Depression Regulator Valve CDRV System Check Long Trip Highway Intervals Every 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Gasoline Eng...

Страница 358: ...fy the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated interval...

Страница 359: ...d axle seals for leaking 6 000 Miles 10 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whic...

Страница 360: ...very 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid...

Страница 361: ...rol Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States j Diesel Engine Only Check the air intake system installation to assure that gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections...

Страница 362: ...d axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 21 000 Miles 35 000 km j Change engine oil and...

Страница 363: ...pection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote j Diesel Engine Only Replace fuel filler cap if driving in dusty conditions An Emission Control Se...

Страница 364: ...is driven in extreme overload trailer towing and or high speed above 40 mph or 70 km h conditions for extended periods of time j For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bear...

Страница 365: ...his is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States j Diesel Engine Only If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan inspect all hoses and du...

Страница 366: ...additional information See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 39 000 Miles 65 000 km j Change engine oil and...

Страница 367: ...l and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid lev...

Страница 368: ...States j Diesel Engine Only If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan inspect all hoses and ducts for proper hook up or every 12 months whichever occurs first Be sure the valve wor...

Страница 369: ...d and filter if the vehicle has a diesel engine if the vehicle s GVWR is over 8600 lbs or if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside...

Страница 370: ...d axle seals for leaking 54 000 Miles 90 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whi...

Страница 371: ...months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as nee...

Страница 372: ...quipped Conduct Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR system inspection as described in the service manual An Emission Control Service See footnote j Gasoline Engine Only Conduct evaporative control system in...

Страница 373: ...nd the cover fits tightly Tighten connections and fasteners or replace damaged parts as necessary This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States j Diese...

Страница 374: ...d axle seals for leaking 66 000 Miles 110 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months wh...

Страница 375: ...hange engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front...

Страница 376: ...ve 10 000 lbs or Equipped with Diesel Engine Only Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness Adjust or replace as required This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable onl...

Страница 377: ...only to vehicles sold in the United States 78 000 Miles 130 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components o...

Страница 378: ...d axle seals for leaking 84 000 Miles 140 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months wh...

Страница 379: ...3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as ne...

Страница 380: ...Check the air intake system installation to assure that gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections fasteners and other components are tight Also check to be sure that the air cleaner h...

Страница 381: ...hange engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote j Check rear front...

Страница 382: ...wires An Emission Control Service j Gasoline Engine Only Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service j Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle has a diesel engine if the veh...

Страница 383: ...sion fluid doesn t require change j Gasoline Engine Only Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve An Emission Control Service 150 000 Miles 240 000 km j Drain flush and refill cooling system o...

Страница 384: ...lify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated interv...

Страница 385: ...nd axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km j Change engine oil an...

Страница 386: ...installation to assure that gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections fasteners and other components are tight Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing is properly seated an...

Страница 387: ...rmation See footnote 30 000 Miles 50 000 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months which...

Страница 388: ...nly Check the air intake system installation to assure that gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections fasteners and other components are tight Also check to be sure that the air cleane...

Страница 389: ...nd axle seals for leaking j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 45 000 Miles 75 000 km j Change engine oil an...

Страница 390: ...installation to assure that gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections fasteners and other components are tight Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing is properly seated an...

Страница 391: ...do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter at 100 000 miles 166 000 km Manual transmission fluid doesn t require change 52 500 Miles 87 500 km j Change engine o...

Страница 392: ...ng 3500 HD Models Change drive axle fluid if the vehicle is driven in high speed above 40 mph or 70 km h conditions for extended periods of time j For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack th...

Страница 393: ...xhaust Gas Recirculation EGR system as described in the service manual An Emission Control Service See footnote j Gasoline Engine Only Inspect Evaporative Control System Check all fuel and vapor lines...

Страница 394: ...lator valve system for any worn plugged or collapsed hoses See service manual An Emission Control Service 67 500 Miles 112 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs fir...

Страница 395: ...or replace as required This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States j Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation...

Страница 396: ...old in the United States 82 500 Miles 137 500 km j Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service j Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months...

Страница 397: ...d above 40 mph or 70 km h conditions for extended periods of time j For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first j Repla...

Страница 398: ...atically controlled cooling fan inspect hoses and ducts for proper hook up or every 12 months whichever occurs first Be sure the valve works properly This is a Noise Emission Control Service Applicabl...

Страница 399: ...avy 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 se...

Страница 400: ...cooling system or every 60 months since last service whichever occurs first See Engine Coolant in the Index for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and neck Pressure test t...

Страница 401: ...se underhood checks at each fuel fill Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check C...

Страница 402: ...to tighten the cable See Storing the Spare Tire and Tools in the Index Engine Air Cleaner Filter Restriction Indicator Check Your vehicle has an indicator located on the air cleaner in the engine comp...

Страница 403: ...ired when exposed to a corrosive environment Starter Switch Check CAUTION When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps below...

Страница 404: ...ns to move 3 With the engine off turn the key to the RUN position but don t start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shif...

Страница 405: ...g your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake D To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular...

Страница 406: ...on Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system...

Страница 407: ...lubricant when necessary On manual shift transfer case oil the control lever pivot point Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation More frequent lubrication may be required o...

Страница 408: ...ine Oil in the Index USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Engine Oil Diesel Engine Engine Oil with the letters CH 4 or CG 4 is best for your vehicle The CH 4 or CG 4 designation may appear either alone or in combina...

Страница 409: ...equivalent Manual Transmission 5 Speed with Low Gear RPO MW3 GM Goodwrench Synthetic Manual Transmission Fluid GM Part No 12346190 1 qt or equivalent SAE 75W 85 GL 4 Gear Oil USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Ma...

Страница 410: ...ucks SAE 75W 140 Synthetic Axle Lubricant GM Part No 12346140 or equivalent USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Manual Transfer Case DEXRONR III Automatic Transmission Fluid Automatic Transfer Case Automatic Transf...

Страница 411: ...6241 or equivalent Body Door Hinge Pins Tailgate Hinge and Linkage Folding Seat and Fuel Door Hinge Multi Purpose Lubricant SuperlubeR GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Tailgate...

Страница 412: ...vided after the maintenance interval Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services or Periodic Maintenance can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance...

Страница 413: ...7 64 Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...

Страница 414: ...r Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities 8 6 Roadside Assistance 8 7 Canadian Roadside Assistance 8 8 Courtesy Tr...

Страница 415: ...Sometimes however despite the best intentions of all concerned misunderstandings can occur If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps should be taken STEP ONE Disc...

Страница 416: ...e vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield D Dealership name and location D Vehicle delivery date and present mileage When...

Страница 417: ...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 a...

Страница 418: ...ll free service is not available in the Caribbean call Puerto Rico 1 787 763 1315 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up...

Страница 419: ...be covered at no charge if you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle Delivery of the replacement key will be covered at no charge within 10 miles 16 km Emergency Towing Service Towing to the near...

Страница 420: ...or mileage Just dial GMC Roadside Assistance at 1 800 GMC 8782 1 800 462 8782 Roadside Assistance prompt to reach a qualified representative who can assist you Your Roadside Assistance representative...

Страница 421: ...ed If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work...

Страница 422: ...e Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Courtesy Transportation is avai...

Страница 423: ...nnot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washin...

Страница 424: ...3 6008 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario...

Страница 425: ...n 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 20 00 Without Portfo...

Страница 426: ...00 2000 50 00 2000 20 00 2000 15 00 TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purchasers U S Order Processing 6 00 Canadian Postage GRAND TOTAL add 6 sales tax See Note Below GM GMC ORD99 Prices are subject to change...

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