Page 2 This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how contact Chevrolet for assistance ahd how to get service and owner publications. It also gives you, information on “Reporting Safety Defects’’ on page Index Here’s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual.
Page 3: For Canadian Owners Who Prefer A French Language Manual
For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General .Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet Division 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.
Page 4: About Driving Your Vehicle
About Driving Your Vehicle As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident. Be sure to read the “on-pavement” and “off-road” driving guidelines in this manual. (See “Driving Guidelines”...
Page 5: Vehicle Damage Warnings
You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book. This symbol means “Don’t,” “Don’t do this,” or “Don’t let this happen.” Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle.
Page 6 Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. For example, These symbols these symbols are important are used on an for you and original battery: your passengers whenever your vehicle is CAUTION driven: POSSIBLE INJURY DOOR LOCK PROTECT...
Page 7: Model Reference
,Model Reference This manual covers these models: 4-DOOr Utility 2-Door Utility Suburban...
Page 8: Section 1 Seats And Restraint Systems
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should nut do with air bags and safety belts. Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats -- how to adjust them and fold them up and down.
Page 9 If your vehicle has a manual bucket, split bench or full bench seat, you can adjust it with this lever at the front of the seat. Slide the lever at the front of the seat toward the passenger’s side to unlock it. Using your body, slide the seat to where you want it.
Page 10: Power Lumbar Adjustment
You can use the round center knob to move the seat where you want it. To raise the seat, move the knob up. To lower the seat, move the knob down. To move the seat forward, move the knob toward the front of the vehicle.
Page 11: Reclining Front Seatbacks
Reclining Front Seatbacks To adjust the seatback, lift the front of this lever. Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it. Pull up on the front of, the lever and the seatback will go to an upright position. But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving.
Page 12: Head Restraints
Sitting’in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt‘can’t do its job because it won’t be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you.
Page 13 To return the seatback to the upright position, just push the seatback rearward until it latches. After returning the seatback to its upright position, pull the seatback forward to make sure it is locked. CAUTION: If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash.
Page 14: Rear Seats
After returning the seat to its regular position, try to move the seat with your body, to. make sure the seat is locked into place. CAUTION: If any easy entry seat isn’t locked, it can move. In a sudden stop or crash, the person sitting there could be injured.
Page 15 Folding the Rear Seat (2-Door Utility Model) If your vehicle has a rear seat, the seat can be folded flat for more cargo space. Before.folding, make sure nothing is under or in front of the seat. When the seat is folded, it will lay almost flat on the floor.
Page 16 When you release the seat cushion, the seatback is automatically released. Pull the loop on the seatback forward and fold the seatback onto the seat cushion. While the seat is in the folded position, hang the latch plate end of the outer passenger position safety belts on the hooks at the top of each retractor cover, out of the way.
Page 17 To fold the seat, pull up on the strap loop at the rear of the seat cushion. Then, pull the seat cushion up and fold it forward. After folding the seat cushion fully forward, pull the seatback forward and fold the seatback down until it is flat.
Page 18 Folding Second Seat (Suburban) If your vehicle has a 60140 second seat, either side may be folded down to give you more cargo space. Before folding, push the buckle portion of the safety belt down into the seat cushion pockets, out of the way. Also, make sure that nothing is under or in front of the seat.
Page 19 To create a load floor, release the panels from the seatback by pushing rearward on the latch and fold them out to cover the rear seat footwell. To return the seat to the passenger position, lift the load floor panels and latch them into the seatback. Then, lift the seatback up and push rearward until it latches.
Page 20 Entry to the Rear Seat (Suburban Second Seat) The right side of the rear 60140 split folding bench seat, available in the Suburban, has an easy entry feature. When That makes it easy to get in and out of the third seat, if you have one.
Page 21 Removing the Rear (Suburban Third Seat) If your vehicle has a rear seat, it can be taken out for more cargo space. Before removing the seat, unlatch the outside passenger position safety belts from the seat frame. To unlatch the safety belt, press the tip 0f.a key into the release hole of the safety belt attachment...
Page 22 Move the seatback release lever, at the right rear of the seat, toward the vehicle. Then, fold the seatback forward into the seat cushion. center Turn the seat sideways and take it out of the vehicle. To unlatch the seat from the floor, pull up on the center release handle at the rear of the seat and lift the rear of...
Page 23: Safety Belts: They're For Everyone
Replacing the Rear Seat To put the seat back in, hold the seat sideways and put it into the vehicle. Turn the seat to the forward position and set it down, with the latches at the bottom of the seat over the hooks in the floor.
Page 24: Why Safety Belts Work
Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. (See “Safety Belt Reminder Light” in the Index.) In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one.
Page 25 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider Put someone on it. doesn't stop. 1-18...
Page 26 The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ...
Page 27: About Safety Belts And The Answers
or the safety belts! With safety belts, yor slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. 1-20 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts...
Page 28: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident -- even one that isn’t your fault -- you and your passengers can be hurt.
Page 29 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender”...
Page 30 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. To move it down, push in at the word PRESS and move the height adjuster to the desired position. You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide.
Page 31 Q." What's wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won't give nearly as much protection this way. 1-24 CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury.
Page 32 What’s wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place. You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
Page 33 &= What's wrong,with this? The belt is over an armrest. 1-26 CAUTION: You can be seriously 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, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries.
Page 34 Q.’ What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury.
Page 35 What’s wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. 1-28 You can be seriousl, injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t.have the full width belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it.
Page 36: Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (Sir) System
To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
Page 37 CAUTION: Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position for an air bag inflation in a crash.
Page 38 How the Air Bag System Works Where is the air bag? The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. CAUTION: Don’t put anything on, or attach anything to, the steering wheel. Also, don’t put anything (such as pets or objects) between the driver and the steering wheel.
Page 39 When should an air bag inflate? The air bag is designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’s designed “threshold level.” If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn’t move or deform, the threshold level is about 9 to 16 mph (14 to 26 km/h).
Page 40 What will you see after an air bag inflates? After the air bag inflates, it quickly deflates. This occurs so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated. Some components of the air bag module in the steering wheel hub will be hot for a short time.
Page 41: Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle The air bag affects how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle. You don’t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your GM dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system.
Page 42: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Is there anything I might add to the front of the vehicle that could keep the air bag from working properly? Yes. If you add things that change your vehicle's frame, bumper system, front end sheet metal or height, they may keep the air bag system from working properly.
Page 43: Right Front Passenger Position
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the worn mother. When a safety belt is likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is .wearing them properly. Right Front Passenger Position The right front passenger’s s,afety belt works the same way as the driver’s safety belt.
Page 44 When you sit in a center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug.
Page 45: Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions
Rear Seat Passengers It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash.
Page 46 4-Door Utility 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock.
Page 47 4-DOOr Utility 2-Door Utility and Suburban 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. 1-40...
Page 48 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 49 To move the height adjuster down, push in at the word PRESS and move the height adjuster to the desired position. You can move the adjuster up just by pushmg up on the shoulder belt guide. After you move the adjuster to to move it down without pushing in where you want it, to make sure it has locked into position.
Page 50: Smaller Children And Babies
4-DOOr Utility To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
Page 51 Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can’t hold it. For example, in a crash CAUTION: (Continued) 1-44 CAUTION: (Continued) at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12-lb.
Page 52: Child Restraints
Child Restraints Be sure the child 'restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both.
Page 53: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Outside Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say.
Page 54 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-47...
Page 55: Securing A Child Restraint In A Center Seat Position
6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way.
Page 56 1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt. 2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 3. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say.
Page 57: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt, It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1-50 You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one.
Page 58 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 5. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-51...
Page 59: Larger Children
6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way.
Page 60 Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly. Children who aren’t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash. Children who aren’t buckled up can strike other people who are.
Page 61 2-Door Utility and Suburban 4-Door Utility 1-54...
Page 62: Safety Belt Extender
CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen.
Page 63: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new belts. 1-56 If you ever see a label on a right front safety belt in a two-door Utility model that says to replace the belt, be...
Page 64: Section 2 Features And Controls
Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem.
Page 65: Door Locks
Your vehicle has one double-sided key for the ignition and all door locks. If you ever lose your key, your dealer will be able to assist you with obtaining a new one. Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children open the doors and fall out.
Page 66: Leaving Your Vehicle
From the inside, to lock the door, slide the lever on your door down. To unlock the door, slide the Power Door Locks (Option) Press the side of the power door lock switch marked LOCK on either fi-ont door to lock all the doors at once.
Page 67: Keyless Entry System (Option)
Keyless Entry System (Option) If your vehicle has this option, you can lock and unlock your doors or your tailgate from up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the key chain transmitter supplied with your vehicle. Your Keyless Entry System operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules.
Page 68: Matching Transmitter(S) To Your Vehicle
Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer. When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters must also be matched.
Page 69: Your Doors And How They Work
Your Doors and How They Work Side Doors To open the door from the outside, pull the handle up and pull the door open. To open the door from the inside, pull the lever toward you and push the door open. It can be dangerous to drive with’the tailgate glass, tailgate or rear doors open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle.
Page 70: Panel Doors
Tailgate Glass and Tailgate If your vehicle has a tailgate, you must raise the rear glass before lowering the tailgate. To open the glass from the outside, use your key. With the key in the lock, turn the key clockwise to release the glass, then lift it up.
Page 71: Key In The Ignition
Then, hold the strap at the white mark, pull the strap toward you and open the door all the way. To re-engage the door check strap, just close the door and the strap will catch the pin. To close the .doors, close the driver’s side door first. After securely closing the door, close the passenger’s side door.
Page 72: Parking At Night
Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage area, or take them with you. Lots Parking If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’s best to lock it up and take your keys.
Page 73: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions Use your key to start your vehicle. The key lets you turn the ignition switch to five different positions. ACCESSORY (A): This position lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off. Push in the key and turn it toward you. Your steering wheel will remain locked, just as it was before you inserted the key.
Page 74: Starting Your Gasoline Engine
Starting Your Gasoline Engine If you have a diesel engine, see “Starting Your Diesel Engine” in the Diesel Engine Supplement. Move your shift lever to PARK Your engine won’t start in any other position -- that’s a safety feature. restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.
Page 75: Engine Coolant Heater (Option)
3. If your enginestill won’t start (or starts but then stops), wait 15 seconds and start over. When the engine starts, let go of the key and the accelerator pedal. NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates.
Page 76 To use the coolant heater: 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. CAUTION: Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire.
Page 77: Automatic Transmission Operation
Automatic Transmission Operation There are several different positions for your shift lever. Your vehicle now features an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument cluster. This display must be powered anytime the shift lever is capable of being moved out of the PARK (P) position. This means that if your key is in the OFF position, rather than the LOCK position, there will be a small current drain on your battery which could discharge your battery over a...
Page 78 I f you have four-wheel drive, your vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift lever is in PARK (P) if your 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) NEUTRAL (N).
Page 79 AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (@): for normal dri,ving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than about 35 mph (56 accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph (56 accelerator all the way down. You’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power. AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE towing a trailer.
Page 80: Locking Rear Axle (Option)
Locking Rear Axle (Option) If you have this feature, your rear axle can give you additional traction on snow, mud, ice, sand or gravel. It works like a standard axle most of the time, but when one of the rear wheels has no traction and the other does, the locking feature will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle.
Page 81 The front axle portion of the indicator diagram will light up when you shift into four-wheel drive. Some delay between shifting and the indicator's lighting is normal. If the indicator light does not light up, or if the front axle light does not go out after you shift out of four-wheel drive, have your dealer check your system.
Page 82 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 the transmission into NEUTRAL (N). 2. Shift the transfer case shift lever in one continuous motion.
Page 83 4HI: This setting engages your front axle to help drive your vehicle. Use 4HI when you need extra traction, such as on snowy or icy roads, or in most off-road situations. 4LO: This setting also engages your front axle'to give you extra traction.
Page 84: Parking Brake
Shifting from 4LO to 4HI or 2HI To shift from 4LO to 4HI or 2HI your vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph (4.8 k d h ) with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N). The preferred method for shifting out of 4LO is to have your vehicle moving 1 to 2 mph (1.6 to 3.2 k d h ) .
Page 85: Shifting Into Park (P)
Shifting Into PARK (P) CAUTION: can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 86: Leaving Your Vehicle With The Engine Running
Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. If you have four-wheel drive, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear -- not in NEUTRAL (N). 4. Move the ignition key to LOCK. 5. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).
Page 87: Torque Lock
Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).
Page 88: Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. Your vehicle gets rusty underneath.
Page 89 CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you’ve left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 90: Manual Windows
Windows Manual Windows To open your manual windows, turn the hand crank on each door to raise or lower your side door windows. Power Windows (Option) If you have the optional power windows, the controls are on each of the side doors.
Page 91: Tilt Wheel (Option)
The electric hatch release button lets you release the tailgate glass. To release the glass, press the top of the button. Then, lift the window up to open. The shift lever must be in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) for the release to work. Horn If your vehicle is equipped with an air bag, press on the air bag module in the center of the steering wheel to...
Page 92: Multifunction Lever
Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your: Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Headlamp HighLow Beam Changer Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cruise Control (Option) Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions.
Page 93: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
If you move the lever all the way up or down and the arrow flashes at twice the normal rate, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers may not see your turn signal. If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident.
Page 94: Windshield Washer
Remember that 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 wiper blades before using them. If they are frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts.
Page 95: Rear Window Wiper And Washer
Rear Window Wiper and Washer The rear window wipedwasher switch is on your instrument panel, to the right of the gage cluster. To turn the wiper on, slide the switch all the way up. For delay wiping, slide the switch even with DELAY in the center position of the rear wiper control.
Page 96 Setting Cruise Control CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control switch on when you're not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don't want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch OFF until you want to use it.
Page 97 Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed: Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Push the SET button at the end of the lever, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher.
Page 98 Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control: Step lightly on the brake pedal; OR Move the cruise control switch to OFF. Erasing Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, your cruise control set speed memory is erased.
Page 99: Headlamps On Reminder
Rotate the knob clockwise again to the master lighting symbol to turn on all the lamps listed as well as the headlamps. Rotate the knob counterclockwise to the OFF symbol to turn off your lamps. Rotate the thumb wheel next to the knob up to adjust instrument panel lights.
Page 100 When the DRL are on, only your headlamps will be on. The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won’t be on. Your instrument panel won’t be 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 with your headlamps will also come on.
Page 101: Interior Lamps
Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Intensity Control Rotate the thumb wheel up to adjust the instrument panel 1igh.t.s. Rotate the thumb wheel up to the first notch to return the radio display and gear shift indicator LED display to full intensity when the headlamps or parking lamps are on.
Page 102: Reading Lamps
Reading Lamps If your vehicle has reading lamps, press the button next to the lamp to turn the lamp on. The lamps can be adjusted to point in the direction you want. Press the button again to turn the lamp off. If your vehicle has an overhead console with reading lamps, press the button next to the lamp to turn the lamp on.
Page 103 Compass Operation When the ignition is on and the mirror switch is in the C/M position, the compass display will show two character boxes for approximately two seconds. If, after two seconds, the display does not show a compass heading (“N” for North, for example), there may be a strong magnetic field interfering with the compass.
Page 104: Outside Mirrors
3. Press the CAL switch on the bottom until the new zone number appears in the display. After you stop pressing the button in, the display will show a compass direction within a few seconds. Outside Mirrors Adjust your outside mirrors so you can just see the side of your vehicle, 'and have a clear view of objects behind you.
Page 105: Convex Outside Mirror
Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror may be convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. CAUTION: A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right.
Page 106 There is also a drawer that slides out at the bottom of the console. Memo Pad Holder Your vehicle may have a memo holder attached to front of the console. Use to hold pads of paper or similar i tems. Cassette/Compact Disc Holder Instrument Panel Cupholder Your vehicle has a cupholder in the middle of the...
Page 107: Center Overhead Console
To use the cupholder, pull the handle and slide the cupholder tray open. To close the cupholder, slide it back in the instrument panel. Center Overhead Console Your vehicle may have an overhead console. It has storage compartments inside it. Garage Door Opener Compartment If you have a garage door opener, the front overhead compartment can be used to conveniently store the opener.
Page 108 The pegs inside the compartment door are used to make sure the button on the compartment door will contact the control button on the garage door opener. Add one peg at a time until the PUSH button on the closed compartment door operates the garage door opener.
Page 109: Other Storage Compartments
Sunglasses Compartment The center overhead compartment can be used to conveniently store your sunglasses. To open the center compartment, press the release button located at the rear of the compartment door. Place your sunglasses in the compartment door with the lenses facing out.
Page 110: Convenience Net
Armrest Storage Compartment Your vehicle may have a center armrest storage compartment in the front bench seat. To open it, fold down the armrest, press the latch handle located at the front of the armrest. Then let the lid pop up and swing open.
Page 111 Cargo Security Shade @-Door Utility Model) An improperly stored cargo cover could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver. You or others could be injured. If you remove the cover, always store it outside of the vehicle. When you put it back, always be sure that it is securely reattached.
Page 112 To remove the shade from the vehicle, first let the shade go all the way into the holder. Then, push the shade holder toward the passenger side of the vehicle. Lift the shade up on the driver’s side, swing the shade rearward, and take it out of the vehicle.
Page 113: Cargo Tie-Downs
Cargo Tie Downs There are cargo tie downs in the rear cargo area that allow you to strap cargo in and keep it from moving inside the vehicle. When not using the tie downs, flip them down out of the way. 2-50 Luggage Carrier (Option) If you have the optional luggage carrier, you can load...
Page 114 Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index. To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you’re driving, check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and cargo are still securely fastened.
Page 115: Cigarette Lightedashtrays
Cigarette LightedAshtrays The front ashtray is located at the bottom of the instrument panel. Pull on the bottom of the ashtray door to open it. NOTICE: If you store paper or other things that burn in your ashtrays, they could be set on fire by cigarettes or other smoking materials.
Page 116: Sun Visors
Sun Visors To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can also swing them out to help block glare at the front and side windows. Your visor may have a strap to hold small items, such as maps. Some visors have an extender on the inside edge.
Page 117: Instrument Panel
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Page 118 A. Dome Lamp Switch Lamp Controls C. Air Vents D. Multifunction Lever E. Instrument Cluster Gearshift Lever G. Audio ,System H. Comfort Control System I. Glove Box J. Storage Tray K. Ashtray L. Cupholder Power Outlets N. Storage Area or Optional. Compact Disc Player Rear Window Defogger Switch P.
Page 119: Instrument Cluster
Instrument Cluster CHECK GAGES S W C E ENGINE SOON lolololol TRIP United States version shown, Canadian similar. Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel you have and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically.
Page 120: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used Canada).
Page 121: Warning Lights, Gages And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages tha .t may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement.
Page 122: Airbag Readiness Light
Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag module, the wiring and the diagnostic module.
Page 123 Voltmeter When your engine is not running, but the ignition is in the RUN position, this gage shows your battery’s state of charge in DC volts. 19’ When the engine is running, the gage shows the condition of the charging system. Readings between the low and high warning zones indicate the normal operating range.
Page 124: Brake System Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light comes on, there could be a brake problem.
Page 125: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti-lock brake system, this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds. That’s normal. ANTI LOCK If the light stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, your vehicle needs service.
Page 126 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) (Gasoline Engine) Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission SERVICE control systems. ENGINE SOON This system is called OBD I1 (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment.
Page 127 If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: Reduce vehicle speed. Avoid hard accelerations. ‘ Avoid steep uphill grades. If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible. If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “If the Light On Steady”...
Page 128: Oil Pressure Gage
Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel (see "Fuel" in the .Index). Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation acceleration or stumbling on acceleration.
Page 129: Daytime Running Lamps (Drl) Indicator Light
CAUTION: Don't keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by...
Page 130 Check Gages Light This light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine. CHECK GAGES the light comes on and stays on while you are driving, it could indicate a problem with your vehicle. It could be a problem with your oil pressure, coolant temperature, or some other problem.
Page 131 Fuel Gage When the ignition is on, the fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left in your tank. The gage will first indicate EMPTY are out of fuel, and you should get more fuel as soon as possible.
Page 132: Section 3 Comfort Controls And Audio Systems
Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. Comfort Controls Standard Climate Control System Fan Knob The knob on the left side of the heating system control...
Page 133 Mode Knob The right knob on the control panel allows you to choose the direction of air delivery. The control knob can be placed in any position between any two mode settings to blend the flow of air. VENT This setting directs air through the instrument panel outlets.
Page 134 Temperature Knob The middle knob on the control pane-1 lets you select the relative temperature of the air flowing into the passenger area of your vehicle. This knob will allow you to adj.ust the relative air temperature independently of the function knob setting, Move the knob clockwise toward the red area for warmer air.
Page 135 To operate the rear system using the front control, just turn the knob to the blower position you want. To use the rear control, first turn the front control knob to REAR CNTL. Then, the rear control can be used to increase and decrease the airflow.
Page 136 Rear Heater (Without Rear Air Conditioning) If you have a rear heater (without rear air conditioning), the control switch is located on the instrument panel. To increase and decrease the flow of heated air to the rear floor vents, move the switch marked REAR HEAT to the blower speed you want.
Page 137: Air Conditioning
To regulate the airflow location, adjust the center knob on the control panel. Turn the knob clockwise for floor vent airflow or counterclockwise for headliner vent airflow. Generally, the upper vents are used for air conditioning and the floor vents for heating. The control knob can be set to any blend setting.
Page 138: Ventilation System
With the A/C on, move the temperature knob to MAX for maximum cooling. This setting also puts the system in the recirculation mode and helps to maximize your air conditioner’s performance and your vehicle’s fuel economy. This setting also cools the air the fastest. After the vehicle’s interior reaches a comfortable temperature, move the temperature knob clockwise to place the air conditioning system in the normal mode.
Page 139: Defogging And Defrosting
Your vehicle has air outlets in the center and on the sides of your instrument panel. You can move the outlets from side to side or up and down to direct the flow of air, or close the outlets altogether. When you close an outlet, it will increase the flow of air coming out of any outlets that are open.
Page 140: Rear Window Defogger (Option)
Rear Window Defogger (Option) If you see lines running across the rear window, you have the rear window defogger. The lines warm the glass. To turn on the rear window defogger, press this button next to the fan control knob. The rear window defogger will only work if the ignition switch is turned...
Page 141 Setting the Clock for Systems without Automatic Tone Control Press SET. Within five seconds, press and hold the SEEK right arrow until the correct minute appears on the display. Press and hold the SEEK left arrow until the correct hour appears on the display. Setting the Clock for Systems with Automatic Tone Control Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears on the...
Page 142 Finding a Station AM-FM: Press the lower knob to get AM or FM. TUNE: Turn this knob to tune in radio stations. SEEK: Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there.
Page 143: Am-Fm Stereo With Cassette Tape Player (Option)
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player (Option) Playing the Radio VOLUME-BAL: Turn the knob clockwise to turn the radio on and counterclockwise to turn it off. To increase the volume, turn the knob clockwise. To decrease the volume, turn the knob counterclockwise. RECALL: Display the time with the ignition off by pressing the RECALL knob.
Page 144 P.SCAN: Press both SEEK buttons to scan through each of the preset stations. The system will scan through and play each preset station stored on your pushbuttons for a few seconds. Press either SEEK button or RECALL to stop scanning through the preset stations. Setting the Tone BASS: Slide this lever up to increase the bass.
Page 145: Am-Fm Stereo With Cassette Tape And Automatic Tone Control (Option)
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Automatic Tone Control (Option) Playing the R a d PWR-VOL: Press this knob to turn the system on and off. Turn this control clockwise to increase the volume and counterclockwise to decrease the volume. The faster the PWR-VOL knob is rotated, the quicker the volume is increased or decreased.
Page 146 AUTO TONE: Press this button to select among the five preset equalization settings and tailor the sound to the music or voice being heard. Each time you press the button, the selection will switch to one of the preset settings of CLASSIC, NEWS, ROCK, POP or JAZZ. To return to the manual mode, press and release this button'antil MAN appears on the display.
Page 147 Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press this button to remove the control from its stored position. Turn the control clockwise to adjust sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise to adjust sound to the left speakers. Press the button again to return BAL to its stored position. FADE: Press this button to remove the control from its stored position.
Page 148 (5): Press this button to reduce cassette tape noise. The double-D symbol will appear on the display while the player is in this mode. Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Page 149 Playing a Compact Disc in the Single Remote Disc Player If you have this option, you can play one compact disc (CD) at a time. To load a CD into the player, hold the disc with the label side up and insert it carefully into the player (approximately half way).
Page 150 TAPE AUX: With a disc loaded in the player and the radio playing, press this button once to play the compact disc. To return to playing the radio, press AM-FM. If both a cassette tape and CD are loaded, press TAPE AUX to switch between the tape and.compact disc.
Page 151: Am-Fm Stereo With Compact Disc Player And Automatic Tone Control (Option)
AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control (Option) Playing the Radio PWR-VOL: Press this knob to turn the system on and off. Turn this control clockwise to increase the volume and counterclockwise to decrease the volume. The faster the PWR-VOL knob is rotated, the quicker the volume is increased or decreased.
Page 152 SCAN: Press and hold SEEK for two seconds until SCAN appears on the display. SCAN allows you to listen to stations for a few seconds. The receiver will continue to scan and momentarily stop at each station until you press the button again. There will be no sound when using the SCAN feature.
Page 153 BASS: Press lightly on this knob to release stored position. Turn the knob clockwise to increase the bass and counterclockwise to decrease the bass. When the BASS control is rotated, the AUTO TONE setting will change to MAN. Push the knob back in to its stored position when done.
Page 154 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 tenths of a second. The track number will also appear when a new track begins to play.
Page 155: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Theft-Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever battery power is removed. The THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used or ignored. If ignored, the system plays normally and the radio is not protected by the feature.
Page 156 Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: LOC appears when the ignition is on. Press MN and 000 will appear on the display. Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code.
Page 157: Understanding Radio Reception
To unlock a secured radio, see “Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss” earlier in this section. Understanding Radio Reception FM Stereo stereo will give you the best sound. But FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 krn). Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to come and go.
Page 158: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat. If they aren’t, they may not operate properly 9r may cause failure of the tape player.
Page 159: Care Of Your Compact Discs
Care of Your Compact Discs .Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution and clean it, wiping from the center to the edge.
Page 160: Section 4 Your Driving And The Road
Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and i n varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively.
Page 161: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision...
Page 162 It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level.
Page 163 The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the 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 collision.
Page 164: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide.
Page 165: Anti-Lock Brakes
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking.
Page 166 Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here’s what happens with ABS. computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels.
Page 167: Braking In Emergencies
Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.
Page 168: Steering In Emergencies
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 the road. Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places. You can lose control. What should you do if this ever happens? Ease up on the accelerator pedal, steer the vehicle the way you want it to go, and slow down.
Page 169: Off-Road Recovery
An emergency like this, requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand. But you have to act fast, steer quickly, and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object.
Page 170 Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing 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.
Page 171: Loss Of Control
Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass.,When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane.
Page 172: Driving Guidelines
If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go. If you start steering quickly enough, your vehicle may straighten out. Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs.
Page 173: Off-Road Driving With Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle
Off-Road Driving with Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle This off-road guide is for vehicles that have four-wheel drive. Also, see “Anti-Lock Brakes’’ in the Index. If your vehicle doesn’t have four-wheel drive, you shouldn’t drive off-road unless you’re on a level, solid surface. Off-road driving can be great fun.
Page 174: Environmental Concerns
Cargo on the load floor piled higher than the seatbacks can be thrown forward during a sudden stop. You or your passengers could be injured. Keep cargo below the top of the seatbacks. Unsecured cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when driving over rough terrain.
Page 175: Traveling To Remote Areas
Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip, especially when going remote area. Know the terrain and plan your route. You are much less likely to get bad surprises. Get accurate maps of trails and terrain. Try to learn of any blocked or closed roads.
Page 176: Scanning The Terrain
Scanning the Terrain Off-road driving can take you over many different kinds of terrain. You need to be familiar with the terrain and its many different features. Here are some things to consider. Conditions. Off-roading can take you over Surfiuce hard-packed gravel, rocks, grass, sand, mud, snow or dirt,...
Page 177: Driving On Off-Road Hills
Driving on Off-Road Hills Off-road driving often takes you up, down or across a hill. Driving safely on hills requires good judgment and an understanding of what your vehicle can and can’t do. There are some hills that simply can’t be driven, no matter how well built the vehicle.
Page 178: Driving Uphill
Dri-ving Uphill Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, you need to take some special steps. Use a low gear and get a firm grip on the steering wheel. Get a smooth start up the hill and try to maintain your speed.
Page 179 What should I do if my vehicle stalls, or is about to stall, and I can’t make it up the hill? If this happens, there are some things you should do, and there are some things you must not do. First, here’s what you should do: Push the brake pedal to stop the vehicle and keep it from rolling backwards.
Page 180: Driving Downhill
Dppse, after stalling, I try to back down the kill PRd decide I just can’t do it. What should I d@7 €he !!kt parking brake, put your transmission in PARK (P) and turn off the engine. Leave the and go get some help. Exit on the uphill V @ k k gild stay clear of the path the vehicle would .ri &...
Page 181 Are there some things I should not do when driving down a hill? Yes! These are important because if you ignore them you could lose control and have a serious accident. When driving downhill, avoid turns that take you across the incline of the hill. A hill that’s not too steep to drive down may be too steep to drive across.
Page 182: Driving Across An Incline
Driving Across an Incline Sooner or later, an off-road trail will probably go across the incline of a.hill. If this happens, you have to decide whether to try to drive across the incline. Here are some things to consider: A hill that can be driven straight up or down may be too steep to drive across.
Page 183: Stalling On An Incline
turn downhill. This should help straighten out the vehicle and prevent the side slipping. However, a much better way to prevent this is to get out and “walk the course’’ so you know what the surface is like before you drive it. Stalling on an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you’re crossing an incline, be sure you (and your passengers) get out on the uphill...
Page 184: Driving In Mud, Sand, Snow Or Ice
Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice When you drive in mud, snow or sand, your wheels won’t.get good traction. You can’t accelerate as quickly, turning is more difficult, and you’ll need longer, braking distances. It’s best to use a low gear when you’re in mud -- the deeper the mud, the lower the gear.
Page 185: Driving In Water
Driving in Water Light rain causes no special off-road driving problems. But heavy rain can mean flash flooding, and flood waters demand extreme caution. Find out how deep the water is before you drive through it. If it’s deep enough to cover your wheel hubs, axles or exhaust pipe, don’t try it -- you probably won’t get through.
Page 186: After Off-Road Driving
After Off-Road Driving Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody, chassis or under the hood. These accumulations can be a fire hazard. After operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings cleaned and checked. These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking.
Page 187: Night Vision
Here are-some tips on night driving. Drive defensively. Don’t ,drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles.
Page 188: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rai,n and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction.
Page 189 4-30 Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can’t, try to slow down before you hit them. Wet brakes can cause accidents.
Page 190: Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Hydroplaning Hydroplaning 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 hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road.
Page 191: City Driving
City Driving One ofthe biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. 4-32 Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going.
Page 192: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving.
Page 193: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to.your sense of motion. After driving for any distance at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are. Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you’re ready.
Page 194: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
Page 195 Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transmission. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. Know how to go down’hills. The most important thing to know is this: let your engine do some of the slowing down.
Page 196: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles.
Page 197: Driving On Snow Or Ice
Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the mad, you can have a very slippery situation. You’ll have .a lot l’ess traction or’...
Page 198: If You're Caught In A Blizzard
Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have an anti-lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See “Anti-Lock” in the Index. Allow greater following distance on any slippery road.
Page 199 Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. on extra.clothing or wrap a blanket around you. Pf you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm.
Page 200: Loading Your Vehicle
Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery (or batteries) charged.
Page 201 The CertificationRire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). To find out the actual loads on your front rear axles, you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle. Your dealer can help you with this.
Page 202: Towing A Trailer
CAUTION: Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle. l k y to spread the .weight evenly. Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats.
Page 203 NOTICE: Pulling a trailer improperly can’ damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered your warranty. TO pull a trailerr dorrectly, follow the advice in this part, and see your for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle. 4-44 Every vehicle is ready for some trailer towing.
Page 204: Weight Of The Trailer
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do, here are some important points: There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving.
Page 205 Vehicle Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. C-1500 (2WD) Utility 3.08 5,000 lbs. (2 270 kg) Warranty 3.42 6,000 lbs. (2 724 kg) In Canada, 3.73 7,000 lbs. (3 178 kg) K- 1500 (4WD) Utility 3.42 5,500 lbs. (2 497 kg) 3.73 6,500 lbs.
Page 206: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important. weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of,your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight .of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle.
Page 207: Safety Chains
Hitches It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: If you use a step-bumper hitch, your bumper could be damaged in sharp turns.
Page 208 nailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs. (450 kg) loaded, then it needs its own brakes adequate. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you’ll be able to install, adjust and maintain them properly.
Page 209: Following Distance
Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know.your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel handling and br’aking with the,added weight of the trailer. ‘And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself.
Page 210: Making Turns
Making Turns NOTICE: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering. When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider turns than normal.
Page 211: Parking On Hills
Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, your rig could start to move. People can be injured, and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’s how to do it: Apply your regular brakes, but don’t shift into...
Page 212: When You Are Ready To Leave After Parking On A Hill
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: Start your engine; Shift into a gear; and Release the parking brake. 2. Let ,up on the brake pedal. 3.
Page 213: Power Winches
Power Winches If you wish to use a power winch on your vehicle, only use it when your vehicle is stationary or anchored. NOTICE: Using a power winch with the transmission in gear may damage the transmission. When operating a power winch, always leave the transmission in NEUTRAL (N).
Page 214 engage a PTO: 1. Set the parking brake. 2. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL (N). 3. Hold the clutch pedal down and engage the PTO. NOTICE: Using a PTO for more than four hours without driving your vehicle can damage the transfer case or transmission.
Page 215: Step-Bumper Pad
Step-Bumper Pad If your vehicle has a rear step bumper, it may be equipped with a rear step pad at the center of the bumper. If you will be using the bumper to tow a trailer, you must remove the center cutout circle to install the trailer ball.
Page 216: Section 5 Problems On The Road
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 Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off.
Page 217: Other Warning Devices
Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Jump Starting If your battery ,(or batteries) has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle.
Page 218 2. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Turn off all lamps that aren’t needed, and radios. This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries. And it could save your radio! NOTICE: If you leave your radio on, it could be badly damaged.
Page 219 4. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged, too. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you should know. Positive positive and negative will go to negative...
Page 220 6. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive the vehicle has one. 7. Now connect the black negative to the good battery’s negative Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next step.
Page 221: Towing Your Vehicle
11. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting. Take care that they don’t touch each other or any other metal. A. Heavy Metal Engine Part B. Good Battery C . Dead Battery Towing Your Vehicle Try to have your GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your vehicle.
Page 222 When the towing service arrives, let the tow operator know that this manual contains these towing instructions. The operator may want to see them. CAUTIO!\ To help avoid injury to you or others: Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed.
Page 223: Towing .From The Front
rowing From the Rear Towing .From the Front -- 35 mph (56 km/h), 50 miles (80 km) Tow Limits If these limits must be exceeded, then the rear wheels have to be supported on a dolly.
Page 224: Engine Overheating (Gasoline Engine)
Engine Overheating (Gasoline Engine) You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel. If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see “Engine Overheating” in the Diesel Engine Supplement. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood.
Page 225: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a €ittle too hot when you: Climb a long hill on a hot day. Stop after high-’speed driving.
Page 226 Cooling System Gasoline Engines When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: A. Coolant Recovery Tank B. Radiator Pressure Cap C. Engine Fan(s) CAUTION: If your vehicle has air conditioning, the auxiliary electric fan under the hood can start when the engine is not running and can injure you.
Page 227 The coolant level should be at or above the COLD mark. If it isn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. 5-12 CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot.
Page 228 How to Add Coolant to Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at or above the COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and DEX-COOL” (orange-colored, silicate-free) antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank.
Page 229 5-14 CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at or above the COLD mark, start your vehicle.
Page 230 Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow @ut and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap, is hot.
Page 231: H'ow To Add Coolant To The Radiator
H'ow to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops. (Don't press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop.
Page 232 3. Fill the radiator with the proper mix, up to the base of the filler neck. 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the COLD mark. 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. 5-17...
Page 233 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fan(s). 7. By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper mix through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck.
Page 234: Engine Fan Noise
Engine Fan Noise Your vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. When the clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine. In most every day driving conditions, the fan is spinning slower and the clutch is not fully engaged.
Page 235: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can,slip off the jack and roll over you or other people.
Page 236: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you’ll need is located in the rear cargo area. You’ll also find your spare tire there. On two-door Utility and Suburban models, the spare tire is located at the rear of the vehicle. To remove the spare tire, first open the tire cover, if you have one.
Page 237 Follow these instructions to lower the spare tire: 1. One side of the ratchet has an UP marking. The other side has a DOWN marking. Assemble the ratchet to the 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.
Page 238 To open the jack cover on four-door utility models, push the cover latches down and remove the cover. To take the jack out, turn the wing-head bolt counterclockwise and take it and the retainer off. Take the jack and storage box out and take the tools out of the box.
Page 239 The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A), the jack handle extension (B), jack handle (C), wheel wrench (D) and the ratchet (E). The jack handle extension is used if the flat tire is on the rear of the vehicle. 5-24 Attach the jack handle (and jack handle extension,...
Page 240 Marking DOWN Marking One side of the ratchet has an UP marking. The other side has a DOWN marking. With the the ratchet facing you, rotate the ratchet clockwise. That will lift the jack head a little. If there is a wheel cbver, pry at different points along ’...
Page 241: Spare Tire
If your vehicle has wheel nut caps, use the wheel wrench and ratchet to remove them. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise, with DOWN facing you, to remove the wheel nut caps. Then take off the hub cap. If the wheel also has a trim ring, use the wheel wrench to pry along the edge and remove it.
Page 242 Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. NOTICE: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack.
Page 243 4. With UP on the ratchet facing you, raise the vehicle by rotating the ratchet and wheel wrench clockwise. Raise the vehicle far mough off the ground so there is enough room for ,the spare tire to fit. 5. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire.
Page 244 CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 7. Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel.
Page 245 9. Tighten each wheel nut clockwise. 5-30 10. Tighten the nuts firmly in a criss-cross sequence as shown. Rotate the wheel wrench clockwise. CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel, to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts.
Page 246 NOTICE: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification. 11. Put the wheel trim back on. For vehicles with plastic wheel nut caps, tighten the caps until they are finger tight, then tighten them an additional one-half turn with the ratchet and wheel wrench.
Page 247 Jacking Tool Storage A. Wheel Wrench D. Jacking Tool Storage Box B. Jack Handle E. Jack Handle C. Ratchet Jack Storage A. Retainer B. Nut Extension C. Jack -- Secure in Vehicle as Shown 2-Door Utility Model D. Jack Storage Box E.
Page 248 Jack Storage 4-DOOr Utility Model A. Retainer D. Jack Storage Box B. Nut E. Bracket C. Jack -- Secure in Vehicle as Shown Jack Storage Suburban A: Retainer D. Bracket B. Nut E. Jack C. Jack Storage Box Vehicle as Shown -- Secure in 5-33...
Page 249 Stow the flat tire in the cargo area of two-door Utility and Suburban models and secure it to the tire carrier. To stow the flat tire: 1. Put the cover back on the tire if your vehicle has one. 2. Put the flat tire in the cargo area of the vehicle, over the retainer bolt.
Page 250 Spare Tire Suburban 5. Adapter 1. I-Bolt 6. Nut 2. J-Bolt 3. Carrier 7. Cover 4. Spare Tire 8. Use Lower Adapter Hole for %Lug Rim Only Be sure the J-bolt is hooked properly for your model or tire size as shown. Spare Tire Four-Door Utility Model A.
Page 251: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
For four-door utility models equipped with an underbody spare tire carrier, follow these instructions to restore a spare or flat tire: Lay the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle. Position the tire so that the valve stem is pointed down and to the rear of the vehicle.
Page 252 NOTICE: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth, you can destroy your transmission. For information about using tire chains on your vehicle, see “Tire Chains”...
Page 253 CAUTION: The recovery hooks, when used, are under a lot of force. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle. The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain cable snapping back.
Page 254: Section 6 Service And Appearance Care
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
Page 255: Doing Your Own Service Work
Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to get the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see “Service and Owner Publications”...
Page 256: Fuel (Gasoline Engine)
Fuel (Gasoline Engine) If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see “Diesel Fuel Requirements and Fuel System” in the Diesel Engine Supplement. For vehicles with gasoline engines, please read this. Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher. At a minimum, it should meet specifications ASTM D4814 in the United States and CGSB 3.5-M93 in Canada.
Page 257 To provide cleaner air, all gasolines are now required to contain additives that will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system, allowing your emission control system to function properly. Therefore, you should not have to add anything to the fuel. In addition, gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines may be available in.your area to help clean the air.
Page 258: Filling Your Tank
Filling Your Tank Your vehicle ignition must be in the OFF position during refueling of the vehicle. The fuel cap is behind a hinged door on the left side of your vehicle. Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle.
Page 259: Checking Things Under The Hood
Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See “Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle” in the Index. When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right until you hear at least three clicks. Make sure the cap.
Page 260: Hood Release
Hood Release To open the hood, first pull the handle inside the vehicle. Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release, located just to the passenger side of the center of the grill. Lift the hood.
Page 261 “VORTEC” 5700 Engine When you lift up the hood you’ll see:...
Page 262 A. Battery B. Air Cleaner C. Radiator Cap Coolant Recovery Tank E. Air Filter Restriction Indicator Engine Oil Dipstick G . Automatic Transmission Dipstick H. Fan I. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir J. Engine Oil Fill Brake Fluid Reservoir ' . . L.
Page 263 “VORTEC” 7400 Engine When you lift up the hood you’ll see: 6-10...
Page 264 A. Battery 8. Coolant Recovery’Tank C. Air Cleaner Radiator Cap Air Filter Restriction Indicator Engine Oil Dipstick G. .Automatic Transmission Dipstick Engine Oil Fill J. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Brake Fluid Reservoir L. Storage Compartment M. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir N.
Page 265: Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine)
Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine) vehicle has a diesel engine, see “Engine Oil (Diesel Engine)” in the Diesel Engine Supplement. It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground.
Page 266: What Kind Of Oil To Use
When to Add Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD mark, then you’ll need to add some oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For crankcase capacity, see “Capacities and Specifications” in the Index.
Page 267: Engine Oil Additives
RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST SAL VlSCOSlN GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE. FOR T H I S WEATHER SYMBOL “F “C - + 4 1 - - - 7 - - - l a .,Jy-30 - % L o .
Page 268: When To Change Engine Oil
When to Change Engine Oil See if any one of these is true for you: Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop-and-go traffic).
Page 269: Air Cleaner
Air Cleaner Your air cleaner is located between the battery and coolant recovery tank. The air cleaner assembly has an indicator that lets you know when the air filter is dirty and needs to be serviced. The indicator is located in the air intake tube between the air cleaner and the engine.
Page 270 To remove the air filter, unhook the retainer clips and remove the cover. Lift the filter and the connected duct housing. the air Out Of the filter by both pulling and twisting the filter away from the duct. Care should be taken to dislodge as little dirt as possible.
Page 271: Automatic Transmission Fluid
,CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it stops flame backfires. If it isn’t there, and the engine backfires, you could be burned. Don’t drive with it off, and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner off.
Page 272: How To Check
How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at your GM dealer Service Department. you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick. NOTICE: Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission.
Page 273 Checking Transmission Fluid Cold A cold check is made after the vehicle has been sitting for eight hours or more with the engine off and is used only as a reference. Let the engine run at idle for five minutes if outside temperatures are 50°F more.
Page 274: How To Add Fluid
3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read-the lower label level. The fluid level IINLSt be in the COLD area for a Damage cold check or in the HOT area or cross-hatched area covered by for a hot check. 4.
Page 275: When To Check And Change Lubricant
Rear Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. How to Check Lubricant 6-22 If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant.
Page 276: Transfer Case
Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant. See “Periodic Maintenance Inspections” in the Index. How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant.
Page 277 How to Check Lubricant 6-24 If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant. If the differential is at operating temperature (warm), add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole.
Page 278: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with new DEX-COOL (orange-colored, silicate-free) engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 100,000 miles (166 000 whichever occurs first. The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low.
Page 279 What to Use Use a mixture of one-half clean water (preferably distilled) and one-half DEX-COOL silicate-free) antifreeze that meets GM Specification 6277M, which won’t damage aluminum parts. Use GM Engine Coolant Supplement (sealer) (GM Part No. 3634621) with any complete coolant change. If you use this mixture, you don’t need to add anything else.
Page 280: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant The coolant recovery tank is located on the passenger side at the rear corner of the engine compartment. When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at the COLD mark, or a little higher. When your engine is warm, the level should be up to the HOT mark, or a little higher.
Page 281: Radiator Pressure Cap
Radiator Pressure Cap The radiator pressure cap must be tightly installed with the arrows on the cap lined up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck. 6-28 NOTICE: Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating.
Page 282: When To Check Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem.
Page 283: Windshield Washer Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing.
Page 284: Brake Fluid
Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is here. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear.
Page 285 Checking Brake Flu: You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap. Just look at the window on the brake fluid reservoir. The fluid level should be above MIN. If it isn’t, have your brake system checked to see if there is a leak. After work is done on the brake hydraulic system, make sure the level is above MIN and below the top of the window.
Page 286: Brake Wear
NOTICE: Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they’ll have to be replaced.
Page 287: Fluid Leak Check
Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes. Free movement of brake calipers and properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation.
Page 288: Bulb Replacement
Battery Every new vehicle has a Delco Freedom@ battery.’You never have to add water to one df these. When it’s time for a new battery, we recommend a Delco Freedom battery. Get one that has the replacement number, shown on the original battery’s label. Vehicle Storage If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, take off the black, negative...
Page 289: Sealed Beam Headlamps
Sealed Beam Headlamps 1. Remove the four screws from the headlamp retainer. Pull headlamp out and remove the retainer. 6-36 3. Unplug and remove the headlamp. 4. Plug in the new headlamp and put it in place. 5. Install the retainer to the headlamp and tighten the screws.
Page 290 Composite Headlamps 1. Remove the two screws at the top of the radiator support. 2. Pull the headlamp lens assembly out. 3. Unplug the connector. Turn the bulb to the left and remove it. Put the new bulb in the lens assembly and turn it to the right until it is tight.
Page 291 Front Parkingfirn Signal Lamps with Sealed Beam Headlamps Remove the two screws at the inside edge of the parkinghurn signal lamp assembly. 2. Remove the lamp assembly by swinging it out from the inside edge and sliding it out at the outside edge. 6-38 3.
Page 292 Front Parking/Turn Signal Lamps with Composite Headlamps Remove the screws and take out the parking/turn signal lamp assembly. 2. Squeeze the tab on the side of the lamp socket while turning the socket to the left. 3. Pull the socket out of the lamp assembly.
Page 293 Sidemarker Lamps with Sealed Beam and Composite Headlamps . Remove the screws and pull out the parkinghrn signal lamp assembly. Reach through the opening and turn the sidemarker bulb socket to the left and remove it. 6-40 3. Pull the bulb ,straight out of the socket.
Page 294: Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (Chmsl)
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) The individual bulbs in the CHMSL are not replaceable. See your dealer for assistance. Roof Marker Lamps 1 . Remove the screws and lift off the lens. 2. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. 3.
Page 295: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
4. Remove the screws from the bulb retainer and take the bulb retainer off of the lamp assembly. 5. Pull the old bulb straight out of the socket. 6. Put in a new bulb and push it in until 7. Replace the bulb retainer. 8.
Page 296 Tires We don’t make tires. Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your GM Warranty booklet for details. CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous.
Page 297 Inflation Tire Pressure The CertificationRire label, which is on the rear edge of the driver’s door, or on the incomplete vehicle document in the cab, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more 1.6 km).
Page 298: Tire Inspection And Rotation
When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Also, check the tire pressure of the spare tire. How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You can’t tell.if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them.
Page 299 After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Certificatioflire label. Make certain that all. wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” in the Index. CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time.
Page 300: Buying New Tires
The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that can’t be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage. Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the CertificatiodTire label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall.
Page 301: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which grades tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States.) The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires.
Page 302: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
Page 303 Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you lose control. You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured.
Page 304: Tire Chains
Tire Chains NOTICE: If your vehicle has P265/75R16 size tires, don’t use tire chains. They can damage your vehicle. If you have a tire size other than P265/75R16, use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use chains that are the proper size for your tires.
Page 305: Cleaning The Inside Of Your Vehicle
Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt.
Page 306 Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all. off better with just Some spots and stains will clean water and mild soap. If you need to use a solvent: Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with a clean, dull knife or scraper.
Page 307: Cleaning Vinyl
3. If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat the area with a waterhaking soda solution: 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup (250 ml) of lukewarm water. 4. If needed, clean lightly with solvent-type cleaner. Combination Stains Stains caused by candy, ice cream, mayonnaise, chili sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows:...
Page 308: Care Of Safety Belts
Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. CAUTIOl., Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water.
Page 309: Cleaning The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on y.our vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it .often with lukewarm or cold water.
Page 310: Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts
Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible. If necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter.
Page 311: Sheet Metal Damage
Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection. Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away.
Page 312: Appearance Care Materials Chart
Appearance Care Materials Chart PART NUMBER SIZE I050004 2.75 sq. ft. 1050172 16 oz. (0.473 1050173 ~1607_(0473 10501 74 oz. (0.473 L) 1 05020 1 oz. (0.473 L) 10502 14 32 oz. (0.946 L) oz. (0.680 L) I050427 6 Ibs. (2.72 kg) 1050429 105 1398"...
Page 313: Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) E N G I N E y l 9 9 6 CODE M,ODEL YEAR This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in.the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side.
Page 314: Electrical System
Electrical System Add-on Electrical Equipment NOTICE: Don’t add anyth’ing electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should.
Page 315: Power Windows And Other Power Options
Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers in the fuse panel protect the power windows ahd other power accessories. When the current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes: This protects the circuit u.ntil the current load returns to normal or the problem is fixed.
Page 316 Instrument Panel Fuse Block The fuse block access door is on the driver’s side edge of the instrument panel. Pull off the cover to access the fuse block. You can remove fuses with a fuse extractor. The fuse extractor is mounted to the fuse block access door. To remove fuses if you don’t have a fuse extractor, hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out.
Page 317 Fuse Usage ..Stop/TCC Switch, Buzzer, CHMSL, Hazard Lamps, Stoplamps ..Transfer Case 6-64 Usage Fuse ..Courtesy Lamps, Cargo Lamp, Glove Box Lamp, Dome/Reading Lamps, Vanity Mirrors, Power Mirrors...
Page 318 Fuse Usage ..Power Amp, Rear Liftglass, Cigarette Lighter, Door Lock Relay, Power Lumbar Seat ..Indicator, Cluster, Front and Rear Comfort Controls, instrument Switches, Radio Illumination, Chime Module .
Page 319 Underhood Fusemelay Center The underhood fusehelay center is located in the rear of the engine compartment near the brake fluid reservoir. Move the retainer clips for the cover to access the fuse block. You can remove fuses with a fuse extractor. The fuse extractor is mounted to the interior fuse block.
Page 320 RELAY [ - I RELAY Fuse Usage ..ECM-B Fuel Pump, PCMNCM . . . RR DEFOG Rear Window Defogger ..IGN-E Auxiliary Fan Relay Coil, A/C Compressor Relay, Hot Fuel Module Fuse FUEL SOL .
Page 321: Replacement Bulbs
Replacement Bulbs LAMP OR BULB HEADLAMPS 2 Headlamp System (Sealed Beam) Low/High Beam 4 Headlamp System (Composite) LowIHigh Beam High Beam LAMP OR BULB EXTERIOR Front Marker Lamp Front Parking and Turn Lamp Rear Parking Lamp Rear Stop and Turn Lamp Back-up Lamp Roof Marker Lamp* License Plate Lamp...
Page 322 LAMP OR BULB INTERIOR Dome Lamps Reading Lamps Roof Console Lamps* Door Courtesy Lamp Four-Wheel-Drive Indicator Four-Wheel-Drive Shift Lever Instrument Panel Compartment Lamp Ashtray Lamp Sunshade Vanity Mirror *Suburban Only TRADE NO. 211-2 211-2 2/4* 6-69...
Page 323: Capacities And Specifications
Capacities and Specifications Engine Identification Gasoline ‘Engines “VORTEC” 5700 Engine Type RPO Code VIN Code Fuel System Sequential Fuel Injection Wheels and Tires MODEL C 1500 K 1500, C-K 2500 C-K 2500 See the Certificatioflire label on the rear edge of the driver’s door Tire Pressure or the incomplete vehicle document in the cab.
Page 324: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement part numbers listed In this section are based on the latest information available at the time of printing, and are subject to change. If a part listed in this manual is not the same as the part used in your .vehicle when it was built, or if you have any questions, please contact your GM truck dealer.
Page 325 Cooling System Capacity (Approximate) After refill, the level must be rechecked. See “Cooling System” in the Index. Without ENGINE “VORTEC” 5700 “VORTEC” 7400 Crankcase Capacity (Approximate) After refill, the level must be rechecked. See “Engine Oil” in the Index. QUANTITY ENGINE, “VORTEC”...
Page 326: Air Conditioning Refrigerants
Fuel Tank Capacity (Approximate) TYPE Gasoline/Diesel Utility Model - Standard Wagon Model - Standard Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. QUANTITY If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If you're not sure, ask your GM dealer.
Page 327 NOTES 6-74...
Page 328: Section 7 Maintenance Schedule
Section 7 Maintenance Schedule IMPORTANT- KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. Protection Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties.
Page 329: How This Section Is Organized
How This Section is Organized The remainder of this section is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows what to h-ave done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer’s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs.
Page 330: Using Your Maintenance Schedule
Part A:’ Scheduled-Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather.
Page 331 Maintenance Schedule Short Trip/City Definition Gasoline Engines Follow the Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing.
Page 332 Maintenance Schedule Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule is true. Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down s10w.e~ Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 k m ) : Engine Oil and Filter Change (or every 12 months,' whichever occurs first).
Page 333: Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule
Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles 166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals. Footnotes The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life.
Page 334 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) Change engine oil. and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 335 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Miles (15 000 km) 9,O.OO Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle .fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 336 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 337: Short Tripkity Maintenance Schedule
Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs .first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 338 Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 339 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 340 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see ,footnote (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 341 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An. Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 342 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 343 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Miles (80 OOOkm) 48,000 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 344 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 345 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote '(or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 346 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule If your engine has a thermostatical-ly controlled cooling fan, inspect all 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. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.
Page 347 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 348 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 349 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every months, whichever occurs first). For Two-Wheel-Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the .front wheel bearings (or at each brake,relining, whichever occurs first).
Page 350 Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whchever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 351 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 352 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 353 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 354 Change en,gine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant v<elocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
Page 355 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Miles' (1 66 000 km) (Continued) 100,SOO Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 O F (32°C) or higher.
Page 356 The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 00.0 k m ) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals. Footnotes U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life.
Page 357: Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule
Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 7 , 5 0 0 Miles (12 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs fist). An Emission Control Service; Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 358 If your engine has a thermo,statically controlled cooling fan, inspect all hoses and ductsfor proper hook-up (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Be sure the valve works properly. This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 22,500 Miles (37 500 km)
Page 359 Long Z’rip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 360: Long Trip/Highway. Maintenance Schedule
Long Trip/Highway. Maintenance Schedule 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs frrst). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 361 Long TriplHighway Maintenance Schedule Miles (75 000 knz) (Continued) 45,000 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 works properly. Emission Control Service.
Page 362 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 363 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedult; 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) Inspect-fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. Vehicles With GVWR Above 8,500 lbs. Only: Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness.
Page 364 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 365 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) (Continued) 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 works properly. Emission Control Service.
Page 366 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 367 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 97,500 Miles (162 500 km). Cl&ge engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 368 Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 C) or higher. In hilly or mountainous terrain.
Page 369: At Each Fuel Fill
Owner Checks and Services Part Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Part D.
Page 370: At Least Twice A Year
At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Page 371 Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking Brake” in the Index if necessary) and the regular brake. NOTE. Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. Try to start the engine in each gear.
Page 372 Steering Column Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the key to LOCK in each shift lever position. The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). The key should come out only in LOCK. Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission PARK (P) Mechanism Check When you are doing this check, your vehicle...
Page 373 Part C: Periodic Maintenanc,e Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your GM dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs.
Page 374: Brake System Inspection
Drive Axle Service Check readfront axle fluid level and add as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Transfer Case (Four-wheel Drive) Inspection Every 12 months or at oil change intervals, check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary. Oil the control lever pivot point and all exposed control linkage.
Page 375 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants, NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer. USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For (Gasoline Engine) Gasoline Engines “Starburst”...
Page 376 USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT Multi-Pu ose Lubricant, Key Lock Cylinders Superlube (GM Part No. 1234624 1 or equivalent). Chassis Chassis lubricant (GM Lubrication No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Wheel bearing lubricant meeting Front Wheel requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Bearings...
Page 377 FLUIDLUBRICANT USAGE Multi-pu ose lubricant, Hood and Door Superlube (GM Part Hinges No. 1234624 1 or equivalent). Body Door Multl-pu ose lubricant, Superlube (GM Part Hinge Pins, No. 1234624 1 or equivalent). Tailgate Hinge and Linkage, Folding Seat, Fuel Door Hinge Multi-pu ose lubricant Outer Tailgate Superlube (GM Part...
Page 378 Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY Services”...
Page 379 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING SERVICED BY 7-52...
Page 380: Section 8 Customer Assistance Information
Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Chevrolet if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. This section includes information on:...
Page 381 Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and Chevrolet. Normally, any concern you may have with your vehicle can be handled by your selling or servicing dealer. Your dealer has the facility, trained technicians, special tools and up-to-date information to promptly address any issue which may arise.
Page 382: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing: I-800-833-CHEV. (TTY users in...
Page 383: Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program
To enhance Chevrolet's strong commitment to customer satisfaction, Chevrolet is excited to announce the establishment of the Chevrolet/Geo Roadside Assistance Center. As the owner of a 1996 Chevrolet/Geo, membership in Roadside Assistance is free. Roadside Assistance is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, by calling 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872).
Page 384 Transportation will be offered in conjunction with the coverage provided by the Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty to eligible purchasers of 1996 Chevrolet/Geo passenger car and light duty trucks. (Please see your selling dealer for details.) Note: Care is available to Retail and Retail Lease...
Page 385: Canadian Roadside Assistance
Courtesy Transportation. Some state insurance regulations make it impractical to rent vehicles to people under 21 years of age. If you are under 21 and have difficulty renting a vehicle, Chevrolet will reimburse up to $30/day for documented transportation you receive.
Page 386 General Motors reserves the right to change .eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue its participation in this program. Both Chevrolet and your Chevrolet dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. Our experience has shown that, if a situation...
Page 387 BBB at any time. The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary between you and Chevrolet. If this mediation is unsuccessful, an informal hearing will be scheduled where eligible customers may present their case to an impartial third-party arbitrator.
Page 388: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
Please call us at 1-800-222- 1020 or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 7047 Troy, Michigan 48007-7047 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
Page 389: Service Bulletins
Service Manuals Service manuals contain diagnostic and repair information for all chassis and body systems. They may be useful for owners who wish to get a greater understanding of their vehicle. They are also useful for owners with the appropriate skill level or training who wish to perform “do-it-yoursel€”...
Page 390: Section 9 Index
Section 9 Index ........A i r Bag .
Page 391 Brake ........Adjustment Fluid Master Cylinder Parking PedalTravel Replacing System Parts System Warning Light...
Page 392 ......Compact Disc Care ..... . . Compact Disc Player .
Page 393 Electronic Compass ........Engine Coolant Coolant Heater .
Page 394 Glove Box Gross Axle Weight Rating Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Guide ........GVWR Halogen Bulbs .
Page 395 ....... . Latches. Seatback Leaving Your Vehicle Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running Lighter Lights Air Bag Readiness...
Page 396 f-Road Recovery Engine bener, Garage Door ....rerdrive, Automatic Transmission rerheating Engine dner Checks and Services k n e r Publications, Ordering ..aint Spotting, Chemical Automatic Transmission Shifting Into...
Page 397 Replacement Bulbs Parts Wheel Wheel. Used Replacing Safety Belts Replacing the Rear (Third) Seat (Suburban) Reporting Safety Defects Restraints ........Checking Child .
Page 398 Second Gear. Automatic Transmission ....... . . SecurityShade ........Service Bulletins.
Page 399 Tires Alignment and Balance BuyingNew Chains Changing a Flat ........Cleaning Inflation Inflation Check...
Page 400 Visors. Sun Voltmeter w a r n i n g Devices Warning Lights. Gages and~hdicators Washer Fluid. Windshield Washing Your Vehicle ..: ... Weatherstrips Wheel Alignment ......Nut Torque Replacement Used Replacement...
Page 401 NOTES 9-12...

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