Page 1 O w n e r ' s M a n u a l ,THE STRENGTH EXPERIENCE, REPRODUCTION X931 1...
Page 3 Assistance Information booklet, Thanks for choosing a GMC Truck product. We value you as a member the GMC Truck family. We want to assure you of our continuing interest your pleasure and satisfaction with your vehicle.
Page 4 This manual includes the latest information reserve the right to make changes in the product after that time without further notice. For vehicles first Motors of Canada Limited” for GMC Truck Division whenever this manual. .About Driving Your Jimmy: failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result accident.
Page 5 Model Reference This manual covers these utility models:...
Page 6 TABLE CONTENTS...
Page 7 Section This section tells you how to use your manual and includes safety and vehicle damage This section tells you how td use your seats and safety belts properly. This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle, ”his section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system.
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Page 9 How T i Use This Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning receive their new vehicle. This will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, work together to explain things quickly. INDEX: A good place to look for what you need manual.
Page 10 How To Use This Manual Safety Warnings and Symbols You w i l l find a number of safety cautions the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you ignore the warning. These mean there is something that could hurt In the yellow caution area, we what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard.
Page 11 Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you w i l l find these blue notices: NOTICE In the blue notice area, we vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice damage.
Page 12 How To Use This Manual Vehicle Symbols will Fip-IFpi symbols find These are some on your vehicle. For example, used on an these symbols original battery: Protect Eves Caustic Batterv Acid Spark or Flame Could Caurion by Shielding Could Cause burns Explode Battery...
Page 13 These symbols have to Turn Signal Master Lighting Switch Parking Lights Running Lights These symbols are Windshield Windshield Wiper Rear Window Rear Window-- Washer do with your lights. Hazard Warning Direction i"""'- Fog Lights Daytime some of your controls: Windshield Washer Defroster Ventilating Fan...
Page 14 How To This Manual These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights. €3 Engine Oil Battery Charging Engine Coolant Fuel System Pressure Temperature BRAKE ANTI- LOCK BRAKE 4 Wheel Brake Shift Light Brake Anti-Lock (Dislitai Cluster) (Standard Cluster} symbols you may see. Here are some other Lighter Horn...
Page 15: Table Of Contents
Here you'll find information about the seats your safety belts properly not do with safety belts Seats and Seat Controls .., ... Head Restraints For Everyone Safety Belts: They're Why Safety Belts Work Questions Many People Ask . About Safety Belts How To Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults ..
Page 16: Seats And Seat Controls
Seats & Safety Belts Seats Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats-how to adjust them, and and down. Front Seats You can lose control driver's seat while the vehicle could startle and confuse you, or make you push don't want to.
Page 17 Reclining Seatbacks (Bucket Seats Front Split-Bench) To adjust the seatback, lift the lever lock the seatback where the seat will go to an upright position. But don’t have a seatback reclined Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is dangerous.
Page 18 Seats & Safety Belts AN101021 Manual Lumbar Adjustment PO326 If you have this feature, there will be a knob with six settings on the outside of the driver and passenger bucket seats. Turn the knob counter-clockwise to increase lumbar support and clockwise decrease lumbar support.
Page 19 Drlver's Power Seat The left control makes the rear of the seat The right control makes the front of the seat The center control makes the whole seat go up and down or forward and rearward. Power Lumbar Adjustment If you have this feature, there will be a control on the front of your seat. Press and hold the right side until you have the desired lumbar support.
Page 20 Seats & Safety Belts Front Seatback Latches (Two-Door Models) The front seatback folds forward to let people get into the back seat. Your seatback wi l l move back and forth freely, unless you come wi l l lock in place, Then u , , There's one time the seatback...
Page 21 Easy Entry Seat (Two-Door Models) The right front seat of your vehicle makes rear vehicle area. When you tilt right front seatback fully forward, the whole slide forward. After someone gets into the rear seatback to its original position. Then move the seat rearward locks.
Page 22 Seats & Safety Belts Rear Folding Seat Your utility vehicle has down for more cargo space. Push back on the seatback as you the latch at the righthand side of the seat cushion. forward. raise it, lift up the seatback and push position.
Page 23: Head Restraints
Your utility vehicle has a folding rear seat which lets you down for more cargo space. The rear seat release handle is center of the rear of the seatback. Push back up on the handle. To raise it, just lift up the seatback and push position.
Page 24: For Everyone
Seats & Safety Belts Safety Belts: T h e y e For Everyone This part of the manual tells you how you some things you should not Don’t let anyone ride where they can’t wear a safety belt properly. you are in a crash and you’re not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can be much worse.
Page 25: Why Safety Belts Work
After 25 years of safety belts in vehicles, the facts are clear. In most crashes buckling up does matter Why Safety Be/ts Work When you in or on anything, you ride the bike is going block, stops. the child keeps going! a lot! AM115001 as fast as...
Page 26 Seats & Safety Selts Take the simplest “vehicle”. Suppose Take the simplest “vehicle”. Suppose on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the “vehicle”. The rider doesn’t stop. AM1 15003 AM1 15003 it’s just it’s just seat on wheels. Put someone seat on wheels.
Page 27 AM115007 or the instrument panel...
Page 28: Questions Many People Ask . About Safety Belts
Seats & Safety. Belts or the safety b e k ! With safety belts, you slow down stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts-and the Answers Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after...
Page 29 a good driver, and If I’m wear safety belts? A: You may be an excellent driver, that isn’t your fault you and your passengers can be hurt. Being a driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers.
Page 30: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
Seats & Safety Belts How To Wear Safety Belts Praperly Adults only for people of adult This part there are special there 'different your be riding in "Children"'. Follow First, you'll want to know which restraint with the driver position. Driver Position This part describes the driver's restraint size.
Page 31: Lap-Shoulder Belt
Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. Close and lock the Adjust the seat (to see how, see “Seats” up straight. 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across twisted. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it door.
Page 32 Seats & Safety Belts If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end section. sure Make the release button would be able unbuckle it quickly if you ever had to. The lap part of the belt should be the thighs, In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic you’d less likely to slide under the lap belt.
Page 33 What’s wrong with this? shoulder belt is too A: The way. You can be seriously hurt i f you would crash move forward too much, which The shoulder belt should fit against your body. wrong 1: What’s with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. loose.
Page 34 Seats & Safety Belts You, can seriously place like this. would belt forces cause serious internal injuries. nearest buckle you. What's wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is worn under the shoulder at all times. You can be seriousty crash, your arm.
Page 35 What's wrong with this? AM125002 across A: The belt is twisted body. 1-21...
Page 36: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Seats & Safety Belts belt, To unlatch the just push the button on the buckle. back out of the way. close the door, be Before the door on it, you can damage both 'the belt and your vehicle. Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women.
Page 37: Right Front Passenger Position
The best way to protect the fetus belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that For pregnant women, as for anyone, is wearing them properly. Right Front Passenger Posifion The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same way safety belt. See “Driver Position,” earlier When the lap portion of it go does, let...
Page 38: Center Passenger Position
Seats & Safety Belts Center Passenger Position-Front (Four-Door Models) your vehicle has a front center positions. Lap Belt When you sit in a center seating position, you have has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate the belt.
Page 39 Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part lap-shoulder belt, I f the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety section. Make sure the release button on the buckle would be able. to unbuckle it quickly if you ever had to. Rear Seat Passengers It‘s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle...
Page 40 Seats & Safety Belts The positions next to the windows have lap-shoulder belts. Here’s wear one properly. 1. Pick up latch plate and pull twisted. 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until On four-door models, when the shoulder belt is will lock.
Page 41 To make the lap part tight, pull down you pull up on the shoulder part. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, touching the thighs. In bones. you’d be less likely to slide under under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 42: Children
Seats & Safety Belts To unlatch the belt, just push the button Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. In fact, the law in every state and Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in on the buckle.
Page 43: Smaller Children And Babies
Smaller Children and Babies Smaller children and infant festrrtint.'Tt?e instructions for the restraint will the right type .and size for small that a regular bett might not stay low on tha hips, should. Instead, the belt would apply force right crash cause serious or fatal injuries.
Page 44: Child Restraints
Seats & Safety Belts Two-Door Child Restraints Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraint. instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. use the belt system in your vehicle, but the child also has within the restraint help reduce the chance instructions that come with the infant do that.
Page 45 Top Strap If your child restraint has a top strap, have an anchor installed, you can you want to install an anchor yourself, your dealer can tell you how to Securing Child Restraint in (Four-Door Models) You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap, the child restraint has one.
Page 46 Seats & Safety Belts 2. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions 3. Pull out the vehicle's safety belt and run the lap part through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions the shoulder belt would it behind the child restraint.
Page 47 To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle's safety go back all the way. The safety belt work for an adult larger child passenger. Securing Restraint .in a Rear Oufslde Position a 'Child (Two-Door Models) You'll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the child restraint has one.
Page 48 Seats & Safety Secure the child in the child restraint 3. Pull out the vehicle‘s safety belt and run the lap the restraint. The child restraint instructions the shoulder belt would go in front of the child’s face or neck. it behind the child restraint.
Page 49 To remove 'the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle's safety belt and way. go back all the The safety belt will move freely again and be ready work .for an adult or larger child passenger. 1-35...
Page 50 Seats & Safety Belts When you secure a child restraint in a center seating position, you’ll be using the lap belt. But don’t use restraint is small enough to let you reach the buckle and latch plate easily. See the earlier part about the top strap 1.
Page 51 Four-Door Front . . . Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button faces upward so you’ll be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever need to. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions secure. If the child restraint isn’t secure, turn the latch plate over and buckle it again.
Page 52 Seats & Safety Belts 6W40 Split-Bench Seat .. . Don‘t use a child restraint in this position. The restraint You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. if the child restraint has one. 1. Put the restraint on the seat. restraint. 2. Secure the child in the child restraint won’t See the earlier part about the top strap Follow the instructions for the child...
Page 53 3. Pull out the vehicle’s safety belt and run the lap part through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions the shoulder belt would it behind the child restraint. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button faces upward so you’ll be able to unbuckle Pull the rest of the lap belt lock.
Page 54: Larger Children
Seats & Safety Belts 7, Push and pull the child restraint secure. I f you’re using a bucket seat, adjust the seat forward until the lap portion the safety belt holds the restraint firmly. But don’t move needed to tighten the lap belt. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and way.
Page 55 Children who aren’t buckled up can strike other people who CAUTION ’ y this. Never do Were Wu children are wearing the same belt. The beft can’t spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be and seriously crushed together one person at a time.
Page 56 Seats & Safety Belts child is wearing a lapshoulder belt, but the Q: What small that the shoulder A: Move the child toward the center shoulder belt still is on the child‘s shoulder, upper body would have the restraint that belts provide. that the shoulder belt still want to place the child in seat that has a lap do this.
Page 57: Safety Belt Extender
Safety Belt Extender the vehicle's safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn't long enough extender. It's free. When you go wear, so the extender will be long enough for you. The extender for you, and just for the seat someone else use and use it only for the seat it...
Page 58 Seats & Safety Belts If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage you will have to have safety belt parts, like the retractor, replaced or anchorage locations repaired-even if the belt wasn’t being used of the collision. What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is torn.
Page 59 Before replacing any safety belt, see your dealer for the correct part number. You’ll need the model year and model number year is on your title and registration. And you the certificationhire label of your vehicle. The model number on the replacement belt must be listed on the safety belt you want to replace.
Page 61 Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle. and information on startiqg. shifting. and braking the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you working properly-and what For explanation of vehicle symbols. refer to “Vehicle Section 0 Keys Your Doors and How They Work...
Page 62 Features & Contmls Parking Brake Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You’re Parked Four-wheel Drive Manual Transfer Case Electronic Transfer Case Windows Horn Tilt Wheel Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Headlight High-Low Beam Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Rear Window WiperNVasher...
Page 63 Keys K512 The ignition keys for the ignition only.
Page 64 Features & Controls K5316 doors The door keys are for the other locks. When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer removes the plugs from the keys, and gives them to the first owner. Each plug has a code on that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how make extra keys.
Page 65 NOTICE Your Doors And How They Work Side Doors To open the door from the outside, the handle and pull the door open, lift KO298 To open the door from the inside, pull the lever toward you push the door open.
Page 66 Features '& Controls Door Locks CAUTION Unlocked doors Passengers-especially out. When a door is Outsiders down or stop your This may not be thrown out of safety belts properly, lock your doors, and you will be 'fa; better you drive 'whenever There are several ways to lock and unlock your From the outside: Use your...
Page 67 To unlock the door from the inside: Slide the lever on your inside door toward you. You will see a red area on the lever. Power Door Locks If your vehicle has power door locks, push the power either front door toward the key symbol.
Page 68 Features & Contmls Tailgate your door From the outside, use lock, turn the lock handle to the left to unlock the glass. The tailgate cannot be opened without glass, Raise the 'then turn the lock handle to the right to unlock the tailgate. your vehicle has a tailgate-mounted carrier arm out...
Page 69 3ectric Tailgate The electric tailgate glass release pressing a button. The button is to the left If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, your shift lever must (Park) or N (Neutral) for the release to work. I f you have a manual transmission, either with option, you must apply your parking brake bef,ore you can open the tailgate glass.
Page 70 Features & Contm/s Tailgate-Mounted Spare Tire Carrier You must move the carrier arm out Here's how to move the arm: 1. Squeeze the release handle 2. Swing the carrier arm away from the tailgate. You may need slight tug. To latch the carrier arm, swing it toward the tailgate. The latch has catches, so push on the carrier arm second one.
Page 71 Your Keyless Entry System operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules. This device complies of the FCC Rules. Operation This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 72 Features & Controls Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle Each key chain transmitter unlocking your vehicle. purchased through your dealer. Remember with you when you go to your dealer. When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter matched. Once the new transmitter unlock your vehicle.
Page 73 Remove the screw from the back cover. Lift the front cover off, bottom half first. Remove and replace the batteries Reassemble the transmitter. Check the transmitter operation. If your transmitter has the snap-together design (no screw you should: Insert dime between the two halves of the transmitter housing near the key ring hole.
Page 74 Featums & Controls you to remove your key from the ignition and take this. Your steering wheel will be locked, and an automatic transmission, taking your key out also locks your transmission. And remember to lock the doors. Parking at Night: Park in a lighted spot, close vehicle.
Page 75 Ignition Switch Use your ignition key to start your vehicle. The ignition key lets you turn the ignition switch to five different positions: Acc (Accessory): Ace lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine toward you.
Page 76 Features & Controls Key Release Lever The ignition key cannot be removed from the ignition of manual transmission vehicles unless the key release lever is used. To Remove the Key Turn the key to the LOCK position while pressing the key release lever down at the same time.
Page 77 Your To Start 4.3 Liter Engines: 1. Automatic Transmission: Move your shift lever to in any other position-that’s already moving, use NOTICE Manual Transmission: Shift your gear selector to floor while starting the engine. Your vehicle won’t start not all the way down-that’s a safety feature. 2.
Page 78 Features & Controls If the engine still doesn't start, wait another again. When the engine starts, let Driving Through Deep Standing Water Engine Muck Heater 15 seconds and do go of the key accelerator 2-1 8 it all pedal. KO414...
Page 79 In very cold weather, 0°F (-18°C) or colder, the optional engine block heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. To use block heater: 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3.
Page 80 Features & Confmls Automatic TLansmission There are several differe.nt positions for your P (Park). This locks your rear wheels. you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move it is dangerous to get out of in P (Park) with Don’t ieave your vehicle when the engine is running to.
Page 81 R (Reverse). Use this gear NOTICE To rock your vehicle back and forth damaging your transmission, see in the Index. N (Neutral). In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, use (Neutral) when your vehicle Shifting out of (Park} (running at high speed) is dangerous.
Page 82 Features & Contmls speed as you go down steep mountain roads, use your brakes off and on. want I f you have a 4,3L engine (Codes Z and W) and i f you manually select 2, the transmission w i l l drive in second gear. You may use for reducing torque to the rear wheels when you are trying vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces.
Page 83 You can shift into 1 when you’re going less than you’ve come to a complete stop and it’s hard to shift into shift lever in (Neutral) and let up on the clutch. Press the clutch pedal back down. Then shift into 2 (Second Gear)-Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into pedal as you press the accelerator pedal.
Page 84 Features & Contrvls If you have a manual transmission, you have a show you when to shift to the next higher gear for best When this light comes on, you can shift to the next higher gear road and traffic conditions let you. slowly and shift when the light comes on.
Page 85: Parking Brake
Parking Brake To set the parking brake: Hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. warning light will come on. To release the parking brake: Hold the regular brake pedal down. Pull the brake release lever. you are on a hili: See “Parking on Hills”...
Page 86 Features & C o n f d s Torque Lock The parking brake should be set first whenever leaving the driver’s seat. you are parked on a hill and the transmission is placed in set, the parking brake is on the parking pawl in the transmission.
Page 87 Move the shift lever into the Pull the lever toward you. Move the lever up as far as 3. If you have four-wheel drive with sure the transfer case is 4. Move the ignition key to Remove the key and take vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle P (Park) position like this: it will go.
Page 88 Features & Controls Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission Models Only) CAUTION Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission Models Only) Before you get out of your vehicle, put your manual transmission (Reverse) and firmly apply the parking brake. If you have four-wheel drive with a manual transfer case shift lever, in a drive gear.
Page 89: Parking Over Things That Burn
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Page 90: Engine Exhaust
& Contmls Featunes Engine Exhaust CAUTION Running Your Engine While Ydu're Parked (Automatic Transmission) It's better not to park with the engine running. But if are some things to know. CAUTION Idling tire engine with dangerous exhaust "Engins Exhaust.") Also, idling in a closed-in place can your vehicle even if into...
Page 91: Four-Wheel Drive
ft can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle (Park) fully in with Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is Funning, roll. have to. you’ve others could be injured. To be sure your suddenly. You or won’t move, when you’re parking brake I f you have four-wheel drive with a manual transfer case shift lever and your transfer case is...
Page 92 Features & Controls The transfer case shift lever lever to shift into and out of four-wheel drive. An indicator light near the lever shows you the transfer case settings: 2 WHEEL 4 HIGH N SET PARKING BRAKE 4 LOW The front axle portion of the diagram on the indicator will light up when you shift into four-wheel drive.
Page 93 4 LOW: This setting also engages your front axle to give you extra traction. You may never need 4 LOW. It sends the maximum power You might choose 4 LOW if you were driving off-road snow and climbing or descending steep hills. You can shift from WHEEL to 4 HIGH or from 4 HIGH to the vehicle is moving.
Page 94 Features & Controls 1. Two-wheel drive, “TWO WHEEL”: This setting is for driving in most street and highway situations. Your front axle two-wheel drive. 2. 4HI: This setting engages your front axle 4Hl when you need extra traction, such as on snowy or icy roads, or most off-road situations.
Page 95: Windows
Wait until the 4LO indicator light goes solid amber before shifting your transmission into gear. This vehicle for service so normal operation can be restored. To shift from 4LO to 4HI: Stop your vehicle. Shift your transmission into (Neutral) depress your clutch pedal. Press and release the must wait for the green 4HI indicator light to stop flashing and go before shifting your transmission into gear or releasing the clutch pedal.
Page 96 Features d& If you have the optional power windows, the controls are doors. The driver's door has a switch for the passenger windows as well. Your power windows will only work when the ignition has been turned Push the switch down to lower the window. Push the switch up to raise the window, Sliding Rear Quarter Window ..
Page 97: Tilt Wheel
Press the pad in the center Tilt Wheel you have a tilt steering wheel, before you drive. Do not adjust the steering wheel during your driving. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle.
Page 98: Turn Signal And Lane Change Indicator
Features & Controls To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and steering wheel a comfortable level, then release the lever in place. The 7Urn SignalMultifunction The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your: Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Headlight High-Low Beam Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer...
Page 99 To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up finished, lever will return automatically. Cluster Digital Cluster Standard green arrow on the instrument panel or lane change. To signal a lane change, just raise starts to flash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change. The lever wi l l return by itself when or down.
Page 100: Headlight High-Low Beam
Fearures & Contmls As you signal a turn or a lane change, on, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won’t see your turn signal. (If your vehicle has the digital instrument cluster, the turn signal arrows flash at a faster rate If a bulb is burned out, replace arrows don’t go on at...
Page 101: Windshield Wipers
To change the headlights from low beam to high or high to low, pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you. Then release it. When the high beams are on, a blue light on the instrument panel also will be on. Windshield Wipers For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to wipers start, then let go.
Page 102 Featums & ContmIs Speed Delay Wipers (Option) You can set the wiper speed for a long or can be very useful in light rain or snow. Turn the band time. The closer to LO, the shorter the delay. Damaged wiper blades drive safety.
Page 103: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer At the top of the multifunction lever there's a paddle with the word it. To spray washer fluid I f you have the standard wipers, the wipers will keep going in turn the wi,per' control to the off symbol. If you have the Low Speed Delay option, the wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return to your pre-set speed.
Page 104: Rear Window Wipernvasher
Features & Controls Rear Window WiperHasher You control your rear window wipedwasher from a switch on your instrument panel. Press the top of the switch to the first position to turn on the wiper. Press the top of the switch wipers will continue to work after you release the switch.
Page 105 The rear window washer uses the same fluid bottle as the windshield washer. However, the rear window washer will run out of fluid before the windshield washer. If you can wash your windshield but not your rear window, check your fluid level. Cruise Control (Option) With Cruise Control, you can maintain a speed more without keeping your foot...
Page 106 Features & Controls To Set Cruise Control Move the Cruise Control switch CAUTION your Cruise If you leave Cruise, you might hit a want to. You coufd be startled Cruise Control switch Get up to the speed Push in the set button at the end Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
Page 107 To Resume a Set Speed Suppose you set your Cruise Control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the Cruise Control. But you don’t need to reset Once you’re going about move the Cruise Control switch from about half a second.
Page 108: Cruise Control
Features & Controls Here's the second way Move the Cruise switch from there until you get up switch. 2. To increase your speed in very small amounts, move the switch (Resume/Accelerate) for less than half Each time you do this, your vehicle To Reduce Speed While Using to go to a higher speed: ON to WA (Resume/Accelerate).
Page 109 Push in the button at the end speed you want, then release 2. To slow down in very small amounts, push the button half second. Each time you do this, Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down earlier.
Page 110: Lights
Features & To Erase Speed Memory When you turn off the Cruise Control or the ignition, your Cruise Control set speed memory is erased. Lights Your light switches are on the left side Push the top switch to turn on: Parking Lights Sidemarker Lights Taillights...
Page 111 Push the switch marked Turn the dial above the headlight switch panel and transfer case lights brighter. Turning the dial all the way right until it clicks will turn on the interior lights. Turn the dial to the left to dim your instrument panel and transfer case indicator lights.
Page 112 A& Features . . . Remember, fog lamps alone will not give Never use your fog lamps If your vehicle was first sold, when new, instrument panel. Controls LAMPS ..off as much light as your headlights. in the dark without turning on your headlights. in Canada, you goes on whenever the Daytime 2-52...
Page 113 Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) The Canadian Federal Government has decided that “Daytime Running Lights’’ (DRL) are a useful feature, visible to pedestrians and other drivers during daylight hours. DRL is required on all .new vehicles sold The high beam headlights will come on at reduced brightness when: The ignition is on The headlight switch is...
Page 114 Features & Controls Dome Lights KO244 The dome lights will come on when you open the side doors. You can also turn the dome lights on by turning the dimmer dial to the right until it clicks. The rear dome light has a switch that lets you turn it on from the rear of the it off when you are finished.
Page 115 I f you have the overhead console, you can turn your reading lights off by pressing in on the button by each light. The lights can also be swiveled to point Mirmrs Inside Mirror Press the tab under the mirror If your vehicle has optional map lights, they will automatically come on for approximately 15 seconds when either front door ignition is turned to RUN.
Page 116: Mirrors
Features & Controls Outside Mirrors Adjust your outside mirrors Some vehicles come with mirrors. Find the switch on the instrument panel ConditioninglHeater controls. Twist the switch mirror, then move the switch from side to side Outside Convex Mirror Your right side mirror is convex. can see more from the driver's seat.
Page 117 Sun VisorsNanity Mirrors To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can also swing them from side to side. Some visors have mirrors cover on each visor to turn the lights on built in, with and without lights. Just if you have them.
Page 118: Accessory Power Outlet
Features & C o n t d s Some visors have a “dual visor”, where you can swing portions in different directions at the same time have an extension that can be pulled out for additional glare protection. Your visor may have a strap Accessory Power Outlet If you have the optional accessory power outlet, you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment.
Page 119: Cigarette Lighter/Ashtrays
Cigarette Lighter/Ashtrays To use the lighter, press pop back by itself. Don't hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while won't be able to back away from the heating element when it's ready. That can make it overload, damaging the lighter and the heating element. To remove the front ashtray, pull To remove the smaller ashtrays on both sides on the tabs inside and pull.
Page 120 Features Your vehicle may have open it, just lift the top of the console while pressing the button on the driver’s side. If you have an automatic transmission, your console also includes a handy place to hold cups. if you have a manual transmission, your console will have a tray.
Page 121 KO258 To open your glove box, squeeze the buttons on either side of the keyhole together and pull the door open. Two cup holders are provided for your convenience. Use your door key to lock your glove box. PO353 If you have the overhead console, you will also have a handy compartment for storing small items.
Page 122 Features & Controls KO259 A narrow shelf under your instrument panel may be used for items such gloves or small books. KO260 You will find a storage pocket on each of the front doors. The driver’s door pocket contains a coin holder for your loose change. 2-62...
Page 123 Some vehicles have zippered storage bags on either side of the back seat. Convenience Net A convenience net may be provided for the rear small items, like gloves and light clothing stops and starts. The net use. The net is not for larger, heavier items. Store such things under the load floor, or on the load floor of your vehicle to help keep in place during sharp turns or quick...
Page 124 Features & Controls Install the convenience net at the rear Attach the upper loops to the retainers on either side (the label should be in the upper passenger side corner, visible from the rear of vehicle). Attach the lower loops to the retainers near the load endgate opening.
Page 125 Garage Door Opener Storage you have a garage door opener, the front overhead compartment can be used to conveniently store the opener. open the compartment door by pressing the latch forward. Peel the protective backing from the hook the back of your garage door opener, as close as possible.
Page 126 Features & Contmls PO1 07 Use the pegs inside the compartment door 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 garage door opener operates with the compartment door closed when you press the button marked PUSH.
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Page 130 Featums & Contds 2-70...
Page 131: Instrument Cluster
Instrument Cluster Your instrument cluster You'll vehicle is running. you've used, and many other economically.: Digital Cluster If you have the digital cluster standard .cluster does. The digital cluster also includes give readings in either English just press down on the Your speedometer lets you see your Speed kilometers hour (kmlh).
Page 132 Features & Contmls Cluster Standard You may wonder what happens installed. the new one can be set then it must be. But if it can't, then it's set at on the driver's door to show the old was installed. Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far you last set the trip odometer depressed.
Page 133: Warning Lights, Gages And Indicators
To set the trip odometer on the standard cluster near the readout. The trip odometer on the digital cluster will appear in place of your regular odometer when you press down on the on the digital cluster, press down on the regular odometer, press down Tachometer The tachometer is available only with the digital speedometer.
Page 134 Featmes & Controls’ vehicle’s functions. As you wi l l see in the details on the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you turn the ignition key just to let you know they’re working. be alarmed when this happens. Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions.
Page 135 comes on while driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. I f the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service.
Page 136 Features & Controls Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Standard Cluster ..you have a standard cluster, you have a gage that shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area your engine is too hot! 145”C), overheated.
Page 137 Malfunction Indicator Cluster Digital Standard Cluster A computer monitors operation of your fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This light should come on when the ignition not running, as a check right away. If ail, have it fixed the computer is indicating that you have a problem. You should take your vehicle in for service soon.
Page 138 Features & Contmls Oil Pressure Gage Standard Cluster The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running. Canadian vehicles indicate pressure in kPa (kilopascals). Oil pressure may vary with engine speed, outside temperature and oil viscosity, but readings above the indicate the normal operating range.
Page 139 Indicator Lights Indicator lights go on when you use your turn signals, change from low beam headlights to high beams, or when you use your hazard flashers. The next few pages will also tell you about the indicator lights on your vehicle and help you locate them.
Page 140 Features & Controls KO281 Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Indicator Light (Canada Only) This green light with the DRL symbol is on the lower left of the instrument cluster, The DRL indicator is on whenever the ignition is on and the headlight switch and parking brake are off.
Page 141 SHIFT Indicator Light This light with the SHIFT symbol is on the instrument cluster with manual transmissions. The best fuel economy. See “Shift Indicator Light” in this section. Headlight High Beam Indicator Light This light with the blue high beam symbol high beam indicator is on whenever you use your high beam headlights.
Page 142 Features & Controls Turn Signal and Lane Change indicator Cluster Djgjtal Cluster Standard This light with the green arrows is on the instrument cluster. The turn signal indicator will come on whenever and Lane Change Signal” Gages Fuel Gage Standard The fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left, when the ignition is on.
Page 143 A box around the gage symbol on the digital cluster will begin your tank is 1/8 full or less. Here are four things that some owners ask about, None of these show a problem with your fuel gage: At the gas station, the gas pump shuts It takes a little more or less fuel to example, the gage may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more...
Page 144: Luggage Carrier
Features & Controls You can only drive for a short time with the reading you must drive, turn off all unnecessary accessories. Readings in either warning zone indicate a possible problem system. Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible. Luggage Carrier (Option) you have the optional luggage carrier, you can load things on top vehicle.
Page 145 You can adjust the cross rails slider screws at each end them. Make sure both sides screws. Be sure the cargo is properly loaded. Carrying small, heavy loads on the Tie the load to the moveable tie downs, (two per each side siderails).
Page 146 Featums & Controls 'tLaSler Wring Harness Your vehicle may have either The light duty trailer wiring of the vehicle interior, next to the endgate. The harness has at the left corner no connector, and you should have harness for you. It must be routed out the trailer or the body won't pull it.
Page 147 Comfort ContLols &' Audio Systems In this part you'll find out how audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular system supplied with your vehicle. For explanation of vehicle symbols, refer to "Vehicle Section 0. Comfort Controls Flow-Through Ventilation System Heating System.
Page 148 Comfort Controls & Audio Systems How to Operate Your Stereo Audio Cassette System With Equalizer Care of Your Cassette Tape Player How to Operate Your ETR@ AM-FM Stereo Audio Compact Disc Care Your Compact Disc Fixed Mast Antenna ETR@ AM-FM (CD) System 3-17 3-20...
Page 149: Comfort Controls
Comfort Controls Your vehicle’s flow-through ventilation system supplies outside air of your vehicle when it is moving, With the side windows closed, air into the front air inlet grilles, through the vehicle, and out the rear air exhaust valves. Outside air w i l l also enter the vehicle when the heater conditioning fan is running.
Page 150 Comfort Controls & Audio Systems Air Vents .., . You will find air vents in the center and on the sides of your instrument panel. You can move the vents to direct the flow of air, or close the vents altogether.
Page 151: Heating System
Heating System If your vehicle does not have air conditioning, this system will look like. Fan Lever The lever at the top of the system has four positions. flow, move the lever toward Temperature Lever The lever on the left of the system lets you select the temperature flowing into your vehicle.
Page 152 Comfort Controls & Audio Systems IieatindAir Conditioning System If your vehicle has air conditioning, your heatinglair conditioning system will look like this. Before using your vehicle’s air conditioning, open the windows to clear the vehicle of hot air. Fan Lever The lever at the top of the system has four positions.
Page 153: Engine Block Heater
VENT: The air comes out at the vents on your instrument panel and front side windows. AIC: With this, outside air comes BI-LEV the instrument panel vents, This setting is useful sunlight. NORM NC: This setting cools the outside air. NORM as soon as the vehicle has cooled down, through your vehicle.
Page 154: Audio Systems
For best results, clear the window of as much snow or ice as possible first. To turn on the rear window defogger, find the switch marked on your instrument 'panel above the headlight switch. Press the switch until the light in the switch comes on, then release it.
Page 155 The range for most AM stations The longer .range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick up noise from things like the treble to reduce this noise AM S t e m C-QUAW This means the Delco* system can receive C-QUAM* stereo broadcasts. Many AM stations around the country use though some do not.
Page 156 Comfort Controls & Audio Systems How to Operate Your ETW AM Radio This part tells you how your PWR (Power) The PWR button switches the radio on and Upper Knob The upper knob does these three things: controls the'volume. The VOL knob increases volume when rotated clockwise.
Page 157 Within 5 seconds, push one Whenever you press that button, the preset station will return. NOTE: Up to three. additional stations may be preset by pressing buttons at the same time. Tune. in the desired station. Press the SET pushbutton. Within 5 seconds, press any two, adjoining pushbuttons (The station will' return when the same Clock...
Page 158 Comfort Contmls & Audio Systems How to Operate Your E T P AM=FM Stereo Audio System This part tells you how your PWR (Power) The PWR button switches the radio on and Upper Knob The upper knob does these two things: It controls the volume.
Page 159 SEEK Press the SEEK button to cause the receiver to SEEK the next higher station and stop. SCAN When you press SCAN, the radio will go to the next station and pause and will keep scanning until you press display. Pushbuttons The four pushbuttons let you return You can set the pushbuttons for up to fourteen favorite stations (7 AM and...
Page 160 Comfort Contmls & Audio Systems How to Operate Your E T P AM=FM Stereo Audio Cassetfe System This part tells you how your ETR@ works: PWR (Power) The PWR button switches the radio on and Upper Knob The upper knob does these three things: controls the volume.
Page 161 FADE The control behind the lower knob fades the sound between your front and rear speakers. SEEK Pressing the SEEK button will cause the receiver station and stop. SCAN When you press SCAN, the radio will go to the next station and pause, and will keep scanning until you press display.
Page 162 Comfort C o n t d s & Audio Systems TREBLE Slide the TREBLE lever up to increase the treble response. weak or noisy, slide the BASS Slide the BASS lever up to increase the bass response. Adjust the lever to give a pleasing sound DNR@ This is the Dynamic Noise Reduction button.
Page 163: How To Operate Your Etr@ Am-Fm Stereo Audio Cassette System With Equalizer
How to Operate Your E T P AM-FM Stereo Audio Cassette System With Equalizer This part tells you how your ETR@ equalizer works. PWR (Power) The PWR button switches the radio Upper Knob The upper knob does these three things: controls the volume.
Page 164 Comfort Controls & Audio Systems SEEK Pressing the SEEK button will cause the receiver to SEEK the next higher station and stop. SCAN When you press SCAN, the radio will go to the next station and pause and will keep scanning until display.
Page 165 Am-St Button The Am-St is just below the AM station that broadcasts you’re receiving AM stereo. I f you push Am-St and there is no more noise, it means the station is weak. You’ll hear the station better Am-St. Just push the Am-St button again to delete stereo.
Page 166: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player
Comfort Contmls & Audio Systems PROGRAM To go from one side of the tape to the other, press the upper knob. EJECT To remove the tape button. Care of Your Cassette Tape I ’ A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes, or a damaged mechanism.
Page 167: How To Operate Your Etr@ Am-Fm Stereo Audio Compact Disc (Cd) System
How to Operate Your E T P AM=FM Stereo Audio Compact Disc (CD) System This part tells you how your PWR (Power) The PWR button switches the radio on and Upper Knob The upper knob does these two things: It controls the volume. Volume turned clockwise and decrease when turned counterclockwise.
Page 168 Comfort Contmls & Audio Systems enables you alternate between AM and FM stations by pressing the BAND knob. Your selection will be briefly displayed. Rear/Front Speaker Control The control behind the lower knob fades the sound between your front and rear speakers.
Page 169 BASS Press the BASS tones. Press the center of the control for level will be displayed briefly when using this control. TREBLE Press the TREB to increase the treble tones and the treble tones. Press the center of the control for a preset The treble level will be displayed briefly when using this control.
Page 170 Comfort Controls & Audio Systems REV button to quickly return Press and hold the counter reading will be displayed when using this control. Press and hold the FWD button to advance quickly within a track. Release to resume playing. Watch the display to stop at SCAN Press SCAN to sample each track will continue until the...
Page 171 4. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold them down until on the display. You are now ready to enter your secret code. seconds between steps. 5. Press SET and 000 will appear on the display. 6. Press the SEEK Rotate the TUNE knob right or left with your code.
Page 172: Care Of Your Compact Disc
Comfort Controls & Audio Systems 4. Depress the BAND knob. The radio 5. Enter the second three digits of the code. The display numbers as entered. Depress the BAND knob. I f the display shows sequence was successful. The numbers matched the user-selected code or the factory back-up code and the unit is the display shows the numbers did not match either of the codes and the unit...
Page 173 Your Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and varying weather conditions driving Road Signs Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Steering Tips Steering in Emergencies Passing ... 4-20 Loss of Control Driving Guidelines Off-Road Driving With Your Four-wheel Drive Vehicle Driving at Night Driving in the Rain...
Page 174: Road Signs
Your Driving and the Road Road Signs The road signs you see everywhere are coded by color, shape and symbols. It's a good idea to know these codes so that you can quickly grasp the basic meaning or intent of the sign even before you have a chance Color of Road Signs RED means STOP.
Page 175 LOCtJ SHOULOER ORANGE indicates road construction down when you see an orange sign, as part or torn up. And there may be workers ...,.,.-..,, ..-...., " GREEN is used to guide the driver. Green signs may indicate upcoming freeway exits or show the direction you should turn place.
Page 176 BROWN signs point out recreation areas interest. Shape of Road Signs The shape of the sign will tell An OCTAGONAL (eight-sided) sign means letters. A DIAMOND-shaped sign is a warning of something ahead-for example, the end of a divided highway, a curve, steep hill, bridge.
Page 177 A TRIANGLE pointed downward, indicates to traffic on certain approaches to an intersection. A TRIANGULAR sign also PASSING ZONE. This sign KEEP RIGHT RECTANGULAR (square or oblong) signs show speed limits, parking regulations, give directions, and such information as distances YIELD.
Page 178 Your Driving and the Road Symbols on Road Signs There are many international road signs The basic message many of these signs A picture within circle with a diagonal line across Traffic Lights We’re all familiar with traffic lights or stoplights. Often, green arrows are being used in the lights for improved traffic control.
Page 179 also Some traffic lights turning on red. Many city roads and expressways, and even bridges, use reversible-lane rush hours. A red X light above a lane means no driving traffic control during in that lane at that time. Look for the signs posted systems are in effect.
Page 180: Defensive Driving
Your Driving and the Road Turn and lane change signals: change lanes. If necessary, you can use hand signals out the window: Left arm straight out for a left turn, down for slow or about-to-stop, and up for a right turn. Slowing down: If time allows, tap the brake pedal once or twice of slowing or stopping.
Page 181: Drunken Driving
maneuver, in both city and rural driving. front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly. Here’s a final bit of information about defensive driving. The most dangerous time for driving in the U.S. is very early on Sunday morning. Research studies show that the driving, every week, fall on the same day.
Page 182 Your Driving and the Road According to the American Medical Association, a 180-pound (82 kg) person who drinks three 12-ounce with a BAC of about 0.06 drinking three 4-ounce each had ounces (45 mi) of a liquor like whiskey, gin or vodka. 1 4 2 It’s the amount of alcohol that counts.
Page 183 The law in most states sets the legal Canada the limit is 0.08 percent, and that. The BAC will be over 0.10 percent after three to six drinks (in one Of course, we’ve seen, it hour). drinks, and how quickly the person drinks them. But it’s very important to keep in mind that the ability below a BAC of 0.10 percent.
Page 184: Control Of A Vehicle
Your Driving and the Road Control of You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Sometimes, as when you’re driving on those control systems than the tires and road can provide.
Page 185 Most drivers treat their brakes with care. braking system with poor driving habits. Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive acceleration followed by heavy braking-rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time between hard stops.
Page 186 Your Driving and the Road I f you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life. If your engine ever stops while you’re driving, brake normally but pump your brakes.
Page 187 As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. CAUTION doesn’t chzmge Antilock brake. pedal. If yttu get won’t have time to apply your or stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, you have antiiock brakes.
Page 188 Your Driving and the Road Brake System Warning Light Standard Cluster This light appears on your instrument cluster to warn you braking system needs service. It fully disengaged. See the Index under “Brake System Warning Light.” Disc Brake Wear Indicators Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes.
Page 189: Steering Tips
Rear Drum Brakes Your rear drum brakes don’t have the wear indicators, but rear brake rubbing noise, have the rear brake linings inspected. brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed for rotation or changing. When you have the front brakes replaced, have the rear brakes inspected, Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets.
Page 190: Steering In Emergencies
Your Driving and the Road The traction you can get and the road surface, the angle at which the curve speed. While you’re in a curve, speed is the one factor you can control. Suppose you’re steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate.
Page 191 car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right braking-if you can stop in time. But sometimes you can’t; there isn’t room. That’s the time for, evasive action-steering around the problem. Your vehicle can perform very well brakes.
Page 192: Passing
Your Driving and the Road If the shoulder appears to be about four inches pavement, this difference can cause problems. pull entirely onto the shoulder and stop, then follow the same procedures. But i f the right tire scrubs against the side of the pavement, do NOT steer more sharply.
Page 193 Watch for traffic signs, pavement markings, and lines. sign up ahead that might indicate pass. A broken center line usually indicates it’s (providing the road ahead is clear). Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line, even approaching traffic.
Page 194: Loss Of Control
Your Driving and the Road Loss of Control Let’s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to In any emergency, don’t give up. Keep trying to steer, and constantly seek an escape route or area Skidding In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle.
Page 195: Driving Guidelines
Driving Guidelines This multipurpose passenger vehicle is defined as a utility vehicle Consumer Information Regulations issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) of the United States Department of Transportation. Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a narrower track to make them capable of performing applications.
Page 196 Your Driving and the .Road Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving There are some important things to remember about how vehicle. The heaviest things should be on the load floor and forward axle. Put heavier items as far forward as you can. Be sure the load is secured properly, doesn’t toss things around.
Page 197 Tune your senses to different kinds of signals. Your eyes, for example, need to constantly sweep the terrain for unexpected obstacles. Your ears need listen for unusual tire body you’ll need to respond to vibrations and vehicle bounce. Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off-road driving. One of the best ways to control your vehicle is things to keep in mind.
Page 198 Your Driving and the Road Does the travel take you uphill these subjects later.) Will you have to stop suddenly When you drive over obstacles steering wheel. Ruts, troughs, out of your hands if you’re not prepared. When you drive over bumps, rocks, the ground.
Page 199 Approaching Hi// When you approach a hill, you need just too steep to climb, descend, or cross. Steepness can be hard On a very small hill, for example, there may be a smooth, constant incline with only a small change to the top, On a large hill, the incline may get steeper as you near the top, but you may not see this because the crest of the hill is hidden by bushes, grass, or shrubs.
Page 200 Your Driving and the Road Turning or driving lose tiaction, slide sideways, and possibly seriously injured or killed. When driving up straight up. Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill. Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible traffic on trails or hills.
Page 201 Here are some things you when going up a hill. Never attempt to prevent a stall by shifting into the clutch, if you have a manual transmission) regain forward momentum. This won’t work. Your vehicle very quickly and you could Instead, apply the regular brake parking brake.
Page 202 Your Driving and the Road Are there hidden surface obstacles? Ruts? Logs? Boulders? What’s at the bottom of the hill? river bottom with large rocks? If you decide you can go down a hill safely, then try headed straight down, and use a low gear. This way, engine drag can help your brakes and they won’t have to do your vehicle under control at all times.
Page 203 Driving Across an Incline Sooner or later, an off-road trail this happens, you have to decide whether to try to drive across the incline. Here are some things to consider: hill that can be driven straight up or down, may be across.
Page 204 Your Driving and the Road on an Stalling Incline If your vehicle stalls passengers) get out open. If you get out you'll be -right in its path. I f you have to walk down the slope, stay i f it does roll over. CAUflON ,Getting incline...
Page 205 on beaches or sand dunes) your tires has an effect steering, accelerating, and braking. You may want to reduce the air pressure in your tires slightly when driving on sand. This traction. Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction. On these surfaces, it’s very easy to lose control.
Page 206: Driving At Night
Your Driving and the Road 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 207 Slow down, especially up only so much road ahead. In remote areas, watch for animals. If you’re tired, pull off the road in a safe place and rest. Nighf Vision No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But as we get older these differences increase.
Page 208: Driving In The Rain
Your Driving and the Road A Few More Night Driving Suggestions Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle Jean-inside and out. Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass. Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust.
Page 209 The heavier the rain, the harder blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge people walking. Road spray can often especially if comes from a dirty road. So it is wise to keep your wiping equipment windshield washer tank filled.
Page 210: Driving In Fog, Mist And Haze
Your Driving and the Road You might not be aware of hydroplaning. You could drive along for some time without realizing your tires aren’t could find out the hard way: when you have pass-or if you get hit by a gust of wind. You could suddenly find yourself out of control.
Page 211 A patch of dense fog may extend only for (kilometers); you can’t really situation with extreme care. One common fog condition-sometimes called mist or ground happen in weather that seems perfect, especially at night or morning in valley and low, marshy areas. You can thick, wet haze that may even coat your windshield.
Page 212: City Driving
something between you and moving vehicles-space, trees, telephone poles, a private driveway, anything that removes you from other traffic. If visibility is near zero and you away from the road, turn your lights on, start your hazard warning flasher, and sound your horn at intervals or when you hear approaching traffic. Pass other vehicles in fog only if you can see far enough ahead to pass safely.
Page 213: Freeway Driving
Obey all posted speed limits. But remember that they are for ideal road, weather and visibility conditions. You may need posted limit in bad weather or when visibility is especially poor. Pull to the right (with care) or hear emergency vehicles. Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways) are the safest of...
Page 214 Your Driving and the Road Driving on the Freeway Once you are on the freeway, adjust your speed prevailing rate i f it’s slower. Stay you are on a two-lane freeway, treat the right lane as the slow lane and the left lane as the passing lane.
Page 215: Driving A Long Distance
Driving a Long Distance Although most long trips today are made on freeways, there are still many made on regular highways. Long-distance driving on freeways and regular highways is the same ways. The trip has to be planned and the vehicle prepared, you drive at higher-than-city speeds, and there are longer turns behind the wheel, You’ll enjoy your trip more if you and your vehicle are...
Page 216 Your Driving and the Road On two-lane highways or undivided multilane highways that do not have controlled access, you’ll want on freeways. Examples are: stop signs and signals, shopping centers with direct access to the highway, no passing zones and school zones, vehicles turning left and right off the road, pedestrians, cyclists, parked vehicles, and even animals.
Page 217: Hill And Mountain Roads
Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains terrain. you drive regularly in steep country, or there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. (See “Off-Road Driving” in the Index for information about driving Keep your vehicle in good shape.
Page 218 Your Driving and the Road CAUTION Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) Your brakes wilt have to hot that they wouldn’t work well. You could crash. Atways have your ignition on Know how to go uphill. You may want The lower gears help cool your engine climb the hill better.
Page 219 Parking on M I S Hills and mountains mean spectacular scenery. But please be careful ‘where you stop if you decide to look at the view or take pictures. or parking areas provided for scenic viewing. Another part of this manual tells how Brake”...
Page 220 Your Driving and the Road You don’t have to jam your tires against the curb, if there contact is you need. Parking Uphill I f there is a curb, turn your wheels your vehicle. If you’re going uphill on a one-way street and you’re parking on the left side, your wheels should point to the left if the curb to the right.
Page 221 AM470023 I f there is no curb when you’re parking uphill, turn the wheels to the right. If there is no curb when you’re parking uphill on the left side of a one-way street, your wheels should be turned to the left. Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission) If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission into...
Page 222: Winter Driving
Your Driving and the Road Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle is correct. Snow tires can help in loose snow, .ice than regular tires. snow, but may have to travel over ice, you may not want snow tires’...
Page 223 What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because offer the least traction of all. You can get “wet ice” when and freezing rain begins (32°F;...
Page 224 Your Driving and the Road I f You're Caught in a Blizzard are stopped by heavy snow, you could should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that near help and you can hike through the snow. Here are summon help and keep yourself and your passengers hazard flashers.
Page 225 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 accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and the battery charged.
Page 226: Recreational Vehicle Towing (Four-Wheel Drive Only)
Your Driving Recreational Vehicle Towing [FourmWheel Drive Only) If your vehicle has $-wheel drive you providing, it does not have the optional electronic shift transfer case. NOTICE Before towing you should: 1. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Place the automatic transmission the lowest gear (1 st gear).
Page 227: Towing A Trailer
6. Insert the ignition key into the ignition switch and turn it one notch “LOCK, position. This places the key into the forward of the position, which unlocks the steering column while preventing battery drain. Unlocking the steering column the front wheeldtires during towing. Towing a Trailer CAUTION don’t...
Page 228 Your Driving and the Road Don’t tow a trailer at all during the vehicle is driven. Your engine, axle, Then, during the first drive over 50 mph helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear loads. Three important considerations have Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely rig.
Page 229 If you’re using a “dead-weight” hitch, the trailer tongue of the total loaded trailer weight the trailer tongue (A) should weigh After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper. to get them right simply by moving some items around Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the limit for...
Page 230 Your Driving and the Road If your vehicle has a deadweight hitch and your trailer has a winch them. Safety Chains You should always attach chains between the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer drop to the road i f it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer manufacturer.
Page 231 Before you start, check the trailer hitch and platform, safety chains, electrical connector, lights, tires and mirror adjustment. start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working. This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time.
Page 232 Your Driving and the Road Making Turns When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider turns than normal. your trailer wheels won’t strike soft shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees, other objects. Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers. Signal well Turn Signals When Towing When you tow a trailer, your vehicle has flasher and extra wiring.
Page 233 When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on 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. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear 4.
Page 234 Your Driving and the Road Trailer Wiring Ugh# See “Trailer Wiring Harness” in the Index. Power Winches If you wish ..to use a power winch on your vehicle, only use anchored. vehicle is stationary or NOTICE Use the regular brakes, set the parking brake or your vehicle from rolling.
Page 235 Here you'll find what to do about some .problems Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating Tire If a Goes Flat Changing ,Flat Tire., Stuck: If You're In Sand, .Mud,,. Ice L u u m m w n that ...
Page 236 Problems on Hazmd Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lights will flash off. But they won't Press the button in to make and off, Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key and even i f the key isn't in.
Page 237 To turn off the flashers, pull out on the collar. When the hazard warning flashers are on, your Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up about feet m) behind your vehicle. (100 Jump Starting If your battery has run down, jumper cables to start...
Page 238 Problems on the Road Get the vehicles close enough sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other. ground connection you don’t want. vehicle, and the bad grounding could damage You coufd injured if the vehicles on each vehicle. Put an automatic transmission in P park) manual transmission in N (Neutral).
Page 239 Before you connect the cables, here are some things Positive will go to or to a metal engine that would short damage the battery and maybe other parts, or other Fans moving engine parts from moving, parts once the engines are running. hands away 6.
Page 240 Good Battery ( - ) Now start the vehicle with the awhile. 11. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery. won't start after a few tries, REMOVE CABLES IN THIS ORDER Remove the cables in reverse order care that they don't touch each other Heavy Metal Engine good battery and run the engine probably needs service.
Page 241 Towing Your Vehicle have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your vehicle. Try to They can provide the right equipment and know how damage. If your vehicle has been changed since it was factory-new, by adding things like fog lamps, aero skirting, be damaged during towing.
Page 242 Prolblenrs on the Road " When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key wheel should be clamped designed for a towing service. Do not use the vehicle's steering column lock for this. The transmission (either automatic (Neutral) and the transfer case (either manual shift have one, should be in 2 WHEEL (two-wheel drive).
Page 243 Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle instrument panel. If Steam Coming From Your Engine: Steam from an overheated engine just open the hcxxf. steam corning from vehicle uniil it coots down. Wait untii them is no sign of opening the coolant before I f you keep driving when...
Page 244 Problems on the Road Coming From Your Engine: If No Steam Is you get the overheat warning but see not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a Climb a long hill on a hot day. Stop after high speed driving. Idle for long periods in traffic.
Page 245 When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: A. Coolant recovery tank Radiator pressure cap C. Engine fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank else until it cools down. The coolant level should have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator somewhere else in the cooling system.
Page 246 Pmblems on the Road. How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level a 50hO mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and a ADD mark, proper antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank. (See “Engine Coolant” Index for more information about the proper coolant mix.) When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is start your vehicle.
Page 247 How 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, hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly press down while turning the pressure cap). that to stop.
Page 248 Problems on the Road &" 3. Fill the radiator with the proper 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank Put the back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. 6. Start the engine and let getting hot.
Page 249 Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this. Engine Fan Noise This vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. When the clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine. driving conditions the clutch reduces fan noise.
Page 250 Problenrs on the Road A rear blowout, particularly require the same correction you’d use in a skid. your foot from the accelerator pedal. Get the vehicle under control the way you want the vehicle you can $till steer. Gently brake to a stop, well the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment I f your tire goes flat, to change a flat tire safely.
Page 251 The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. The equipment you’ll need is in your vehicle’s rear area along the left wall. Your spare tire is in your vehicle’s rear area, either mounted to the left wall, the floor or the tailgate.
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Page 253 Jack Storage Your jack, wheel wrench and wheel blocks are stored in your vehicle’s rear area, along the left wall. remove your jack cover on two-door models, turn the plastic wing nut the left until you can pull out. Remove the jack cover. To remove your jack cover on four-door models, pull up on the latch and remove the jack cover.
Page 254 Problems on the Road KO729 Spare Tire KO724 Your spare tire is in your vehicle's rear area, either mounted to the left wall, the floor, or the tailgate. you have left-wall or floor-mounted spare tire, the tire must be removed in order to have access to the jack storage.
Page 255 To Remove the Side-Mounted or Floor-Mounted Spare Tire Reach into your tire’s cover and unscrew the wing nut at the center wheel. Remove it and the retainer. Then, unhook the tire from the mounting bracket and remove the cover. To Remove the Tailgate Mounted Spare Tire Make sure that the carrier arm is ’...
Page 256 Prob/ems on the Road of your wheel wrench to remove the wheel nuts that Use the socket end secure the tire to the carrier. Then, Changing the Tire Start with the jack, wheel wrench Rotate the jackhandle clockwise (to the right). That a little.
Page 257 Caps And Wheel Nut Caps You will have to take off hub caps or wheel nut caps to reach your wheel nuts. If you have individual wheel nut caps that cover each nut, they must be removed in order to get the wheel nuts. Use the socket end wrench to remove the wheel nut caps.
Page 258 Pmblems on the Road FRQNT LOCATE IN FRAME HOLE AS SHOWN. Position the jack under the vehicle. Your vehicle has a hole in the frame near each front wheel, and the spring hanger near hole nearest flat tire. CAUTION Getting under a vehicle slips vehicle...
Page 259 Raise the vehicle by rotating the jackhandle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. 5-25 KO751 to fit. PO1 71...
Page 260 CAUTION dirt on the wheel, Rust can make wheel nuts become loose cuufd come off and cause remove any rust an emergency, you can use a the vehicle. but be scare' to use a scraper to do .this; need to, to get all Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting Place wheel.
Page 261 Put on the spare tire. Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel Lower the vehicle by rotating the jackhandle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. is held against the hub. 5-27 KO755 KO757...
Page 262 Problems on the Road Tighten the wheel nuts the wheel blocks. CAUTION Incorrect wheel nuts the wheel to become an accident. Be sure to use the cormct wheel nuts.'"lf. you replace them, Stop somewhere as wrench with a torque Storing The Jack and Spare Tire Return the jack, wheel wrench and wheel blocks left wall of your vehicle's rear cover.
Page 263 jack, a tire, Storing a ment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a loose could equipment place. If you have a floor-mounted spare the hook in the floor ring before placing it through the wheel. If you have a tailgate-mounted spare tire carrier, tighten the Ib.
Page 264 Pmb/ems on the Road If YouVe Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice snow What you don’t want to do when your vehicle wheels. The method known as “rocking” can help stuck, but you must use caution. If you your tires spin at high could be others .vehicle can overheat.
Page 265 Using the Recovery Hooks If you ever get stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow, your vehicle may be equipped with recovery hooks. The recovery of your vehicle. You may need to use them if you're stuck off-road and need to be pulled to some place where you can continue driving.
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Page 267 Here you will find information about the care with service and fuel information. and then it shows how fluid and lubricant levels vehicle. and a section devoted Service Fuel Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Air Cleaner Automatic Transmission Fluid Manual Transmission Fluid Hydraulic Clutch Rear Axle...
Page 268 Service & Appearance Cam Brake Master Cylinder Replacing Brake System Parts Battery ...,..,... Vehicle Storage Replacement Bulb Other Maintenance Items Loading Your Vehicle Tires Appearance Care Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Service Parts Identification Label Fuses and Circuit Breakers Capacities and Specification Charts s <...
Page 269: Service
Service Your General Motors dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to happy with We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. GM parts have one these marks: Doing Your Own Service Work you want to do some...
Page 270 Senrice & Appearance, Cam NOTICE The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter for your engine. You will find the VIN at the top left panel, (See “Vehicle Identification Number” in the Index.) Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane (Code engine, use premium unleaded gasoline rated at higher for high power performance, when towing...
Page 271 I f you’re using fuel rated at knocking, your engine needs service. But don’t worry pinging noise when you’re accelerating or driving up a hill. That’s normal, and you don’t have to buy a higher octane fuel heavy, constant knock that means you have a problem. What about gasoline with blending materials that contain oxygen, such as MTBE or alcohol? MTBE is “methyl tertiary-butyl ether.”...
Page 272 Service & Appearance Care Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the unleaded fuel may be hard to find. even one tankful, your emission controls won't work well or at all. With continuous use, spark plugs can get fouled, the exhaust system can corrode, and your engine oil can deteriorate quickly.
Page 273: Checking Things Under The Hood
The fuel cap is behind a hinged door on the left side of your vehicle. To take off the cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). you put the cap back on, turn When to the right until you hear a clicking noise.
Page 274 Service & Amearance Care Hood Release To open the hood, first pull the handle inside the vehicle side of the instrument panel. Then the secondary hood release. Lift the hood, release the retainer and put the hood prop into the light that comes on when you lift the hood.
Page 275: Engine Oil
Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the retainer. Then just pull the hood down and close Engine Oil It's a good idea check your engine order to get accurate reading, the be on level ground. Turn off the engine and give the pan, If you don't, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level.
Page 276 Service & Appearance Care To Check Engine Oil: Pull out the dipstick and clean it with or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the lower. When to Add Oil: If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need add some oil.
Page 277 What Kind of Oil to Look for three things: “SG” must be on the other quality designations, such etc. These letters show American Petroleum Institute quality. Use: container, either by itself or combined with as “SGICC,” “SGICD,” 6-1 1 KO704 “SF, SG, CC”, (API) levels of...
Page 278 Service & Appearance Care WEATHER SAL SW-30 PREFERRED COLD WEATHER 5W-30 As shown in this chart, SAE you can use SAE 1OW-30 if These numbers on an not use other viscosity oils such as SAE GRADE OILS ARf AVAILABLE, SA€ GRAOE MAY USED AT TEMP€RATURES ABOVE 40...
Page 279 Energy Conserving II Oils with these words on the container This doughnut-shaped logo (symbol) is used on most oil containers you select the correct oil. You should look for this on the oil container, and use display the logo. GM Goodwrench@ oil (in Canada, for your vehicle.
Page 280: Air Cleaner
Service dk Appearance Care with What to Do Used Oil: I IUN Used engine oil laboratory animals. skin Clean your or properly cleaner. Wash used engine oil. Used oil can be a real threat be sure to drain free-flowing oil from the filter before disposal. Don’t ever dispose of oil by putting it in the trash, pouring it on the ground, into sewers, or into streams or bodies of water.
Page 281 Lift the air cleaner assembly up from the vehicle. Open both clamps and off cover to change the filter. While reassembling the air cleaner assembly, ensure that the air cleaner air cleaner housing, the two wingscrews are secure, and the properly seated in the left hand valve Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when cleaner filter.
Page 282: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Service & Appearance Care Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change: A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level engine oil is changed. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to change your fluid. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" How to Check: Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose done at a dealership Service Department.
Page 283 To check the fluid hot or cold: Park your vehicle on a level place. Place the shift lever With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range. Then, position the shift lever Let the engine run at idle Then, without shutting...
Page 284 Service & Appearance Care 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The level must be in the COLD area for cross-hatched area for a hot check. the fluid level is where 4. I f way. Flip the handle down to lock How To Add Fluid: Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use.
Page 285: Manual Transmission Fluid
Manual Transmission Fluid When to Check: A good time to have it checked is when the engine oil is changed. However, the fluid in your manual transmission doesn't require changing. How to Check: Because this operation can be a little difficult, you done at a GM dealership Service Department.
Page 286: Hydraulic Clutch
Service & Appearance Care How to Add Fluid: Here’s how to add fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule what kind of fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” Index. 1. Remove the filler plug. 2. Add fluid at the filler plug hole. Add only enough fluid level up to the bottom of the filler plug hole.
Page 287: Rear Axle
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’’ the Index. How to Check Lubricant: If the level is below the bottom some lubricant.
Page 288: Front Axle
Service & Appearance How to Check Lubricant: If the level is below the bottom of some lubricant. Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom filler plug hole. What to Use: Refer to the Maintenance Schedule use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant: Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often...
Page 289: Engine Coolant
How to Check Lubricant: 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 I f the differential is cold, add enough lubricant to raise the level to (12 mm) below the filler plug hole.
Page 290 Service & Appearance Care Use: What to clean water (preferably distilled) and antifreeze that meets Use a mixture of “GM Specification 6038-M,” which won’t damage aluminum GM Engine Coolant Supplement (sealer) with a complete coolant change. you use these, you don’t need GAUTIWN Adding only plain water to.
Page 291 Adding Coolant To Check Coolant: .When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at ADD, or a tittle higher. When your engine FULL HOT, or little higher, To Add Coofant: If you need more coolant, add the proper mix coolant riecovi?ry tank.
Page 292 Service & Appearance Care Radiator Pressure Cap When you replace your radiator pressure cap, an See “Service Replacement Part and Filter Recommendations’’ Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system. The thermostat stops the a preset coolant reaches When you replace your thermostat, an AC@ thermostat is recommended.
Page 293: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid How To Check Power Steering Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick and completely tighten it. Then remove level on the dipstick. When the engine compartment mark. When. the engine compartment is cool, the ‘level should be at the COLD mark.
Page 294: Windshield Washer Fluid
Service & A e a r a n c e Cam Windshield Washer Fluid To Add: Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY. Add washer fluid until bottle is full. 6-28...
Page 295: Brake Master Cylinder
Brake Master Cylinder Your brake master cylinder is here. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in your master cylinder might go down. The first level during normal brake lining wear. When new linings are put level goes back up.
Page 296: Replacing Brake System Parts
Service & Appearance Care Brake Check Fluid: You can check the brake fluid without taking windows on the brake fluid reservoir. The they aren’t, have your brake system checked After work k done on the brake hydraulic system, make sure the levels are above and below the top of each window.
Page 297: Battery
Battery Every new GM vehicle has a Delco Freedom battery. water to one of these. When it’s time for a new battery, Delco Freedom battery. Get one that has the catalog number shown original battery’s label. Vehicle .Storage If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for black, negative (-) cable from the battery.
Page 298 Service dik Appearance Care Headlights Remove the four screws from the headlight retainer. the headlight out and remove the retainer. 2. Pull 3. Unplug the headlight. 4. Plug in the new bulb and put 5. install the retainer Install the screws. Front Parkinflurn Signal I.
Page 299 2. Turn the socket counterclockwise and pull 3. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and pull 4. Put the new bulb in the socket and turn it clockwise until Put the socket back into the assembly and turn the socket clockwise until it locks in place. Rear Lights 1.
Page 300: Other Maintenance Items
Service & Appearance Care Other Maintenance Items Hydraulic Clutch Grease Fitting If you have the 4.3L (VIN code 2) engine with a manual transmission, grease fitting is on the clutch housing for lubricating the clutch fork ball stud. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for information on how clutch housing, and what type because you could damage your clutch.
Page 301 Windshield Wiper Blade Inserts To replace your windshield wiper the windshield. Pinch the two tabs of the blade. Slide the new one in place. Make sure the tabs are locked into position. Air Conditioning Every now and then have your dealership check your air conditioning system be sure it has not lost any cooling ability.
Page 302 Service & Appearance Care Hood Latches and Hood Hinge Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how to lubricate the hood latch and hood hinge assembly. Propeller Shaft Slip SplinedUniversal Joints Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often the slip universal joints must be lubricated and what type of lubricant Body Normal use...
Page 303: Loading Your Vehicle
Exhaust System To help prevent damage to your exhaust system, do not continue your vehicle i f you notice: Engine misfiring Loss of performance Other unusual operating conditions Have your engine and exhaust system serviced regularly. Three-way Catalytic Converter Your vehicle’s three-way catalytic converter pollutants in your vehicle’s exhaust.
Page 304 Service & Appearance Care obtain the gross vehicle weight capacity GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo. The Certificationflire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross actual loads on your front and rear axles, you need and weigh your vehicle.
Page 305 CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike sudden stop or turn, things in the cargo area of weight evenly. stack Never that some of them When you carry whenever you can. Don't leave a seat folded down unless you need to. Paylaad The Payload Capacity is shown on the Certification/Tire label.
Page 306 Service & Appearance Care Your dealer can help you determine your GROSS COMBINATION WEIGHT RATING Add-on Equipment When you carry removable items you may need people you carry inside your vehicle. Be sure you buy and install the new equipment. NOTICE rims We don’t make tires.
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Page 308 Service & Appearance Cam When to Check: Check your tires once a month to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage Simply looking at the tires will not tell you the pressure, especially have radial tires-which may look properly inflated even underinflated.
Page 309: Tires
CAUTION It’s When Time for TREAD WEAR INDICATORS One way to tell when it’s time for new tires indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 2/32 inch (1.6 less of tread remaining. You need a new tire if: You can see the indicators at three places around the tire.
Page 310 Service & Appearance Care Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, label. The tires installed on your vehicle when Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall. When you get new tires, get ones with that same TPC Spec number. That way, your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give proper endurance, handling, speed rating, traction, ride and other things during...
Page 311 Warning: The traction grade assigned (straight-ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering (turning) traction. Temperature-A, B, C The temperature grades are 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 and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure, The grade...
Page 312 If you need to replace any replace them only with be sure you have the right wheel, wheel vehicle. Using the wrong replacement your vehicle handling of your control. You could injured. Always use the replacement. Used Replacement Wheels Putting a used wheel how it's been used suddenly and cause an accident.
Page 313: Appearance Care
Appearance Cam CAUTION products can Cleaning burst into flame i f you strike a the vehicle. Some are dangerous i f you breathe their fumes closed space. When you use anything vehicte, be sure to follow the instructions. And always open windows when doors Never use...
Page 314 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt. Wipe a clean, damp cloth. Your GM dealer has two GM cleaners-a solvent-type spot lifter and a foam-type powdered cleaner. They will clean normal spots and stains very well.
Page 315 Rinse the section with a clean, wet sponge. Wipe what’s left with a slightly damp paper towel or cloth. Then dry it immediately with an air hose, a hair dryer or a heat lamp. Wipe with a clean cloth. Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner .at all.
Page 316 Senrice & Appearance Cane If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit waterlbaking soda solution: (250 ml) of lukewarm water. Finally, if needed, clean lightly with solvent-type cleaner. Combination Stains: Like candy, ice cream, mayonnaise, chili sauce and unknown stains. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then clean with cool water and allow dry.
Page 317 Cleaning the Outside of Your Windshield, Backglass and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, blade chatters when running, wax or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner, Bon-Ami Powder@ (GM Part No.
Page 318 Service & Appearance Cam Aluminum Wheels (If So Equipped) Your aluminum wheels have a protective coating similar of your vehicle. Don't use strong soaps, chemicals, chrome polish, or other abrasive cleaners on them because you could damage this coating. After rinsing thoroughly, a wax may NOTICE White Sidewall Tires...
Page 319 in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed. dealer or an underbody vehicle washing system can Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle. This damage can take two forms: blotchy, ringlet-shaped discolorations, and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface.
Page 320 Service & Amearance Cam Vehicle ldentification Number (VIN] This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. corner of the instrument panel, on the driver's side. look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration.
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Page 322 Service & Appearance Care Service Parts /dentification Label You’ll find this label on the inside of the glove box. ever need order parts. On this label is: Your VIN. Its model designation. Paint information. A list of all production options and special equipment. Be sure that this label Add-on Electrical Equipment NOTICE...
Page 323 Headlights The headlight wiring is protected by a circuit breaker electrical overload will cause the lights remain off. If this happens, have your headlight wiring checked right away. Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse. the motor overheats due motor cools.
Page 324 Service & Appearance Cam Be sure to use the correct fuse. don’t have a spare fuse, some feature of your cigarette lighter-and as soon as you can. Capacities Replacement Parts Replacement part numbers listed information available at the time part listed in this manual is not the same as the part used when it was built, or dealer.
Page 325 Crankcase Capacity Fuel Tank Capacity Lamp Bulb Data Lam And Bulb Data Ash Trav Lamr, 6-59...
Page 326 Service & Amearance Care Heater & Control Compartment Lamp Panel Instrument Overhead Console: (Utility Models) Dome Lamp Reading Lamps Rearview Mirror Lamps Sunshade Vanity Mirror Lamps Underhood Lamp Instrument Cluster Lamps NOTE: A PC part number indicates that the bulb and base are one assembly land must be replaced as such.
Page 327 Service Replacement Part and Filter Recommendations Engine Air Cleaner ,(ViN) Filter Filter 4.3L (2) A773C CV789C PF51 ,CR43TS GF981 RC36 A1163C *Use copper-cored resistor type spark plugs. Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity TYPE C-60 R-12 *All Quantities Are Approximate Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same.
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Page 329: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Fuses and Circuit Breakers Name Inst. Lps. Instrument Panel Lights, Headlight Warning Buzzer, Rear Defogger Switch Light, Ash Tray Light, Four Wheel Drive Indicator Light, Wiper SW Lamp, Fog Lamp Switch Light Pwr. Accy. Power Door Locks, Rear Defogger, CD Player, Electric Shift Transfer Case, Power Seat Horn-DM...
Page 331 Scheduled Maintenance Services This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services performance. A Word About Maintenance Your Vehicle and the Environment Scheduled Maintenance Services Selecting The Proper Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule I Maintenance Schedule II Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services Owner Checks and Services Least Once a Month...
Page 332: Your Vehicle And The Environment
Scheduled Maintenance Services A Womi About Maintenance' 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. the time in very hot, dusty weather.
Page 333: Selecting The Proper Maintenance Schedule
Scheduled Maintenance Services This part tells you the maintenance services you should have you should schedule them. Your GM dealer knows your vehicle best wants you to be happy with it. needs, you’ll know that GM-trained the work using genuine GM parts. These schedules are for vehicles that: carry passengers and cargo within these limits on your vehicle’s Certification Label.
Page 334 Scheduled Maintenance Services SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR if your driving conditions meet those specified in “Scheduled Maintenance Services” inthis Section (or see Index), use Mainten Kilometers Service Engine Oil Change* -Everv 3 Months, or Oil Filter Change* -Every 3 Months, Chassis Lubrication-Every Clutch Fork Ball Stud Lubrication (4.3L engines only)
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Page 336 Scheduled Maintenance Services SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR Engine Oil Change* -Even, 12 Months, or Oil Filter Change* -Everv 12 Months. or Chassis Lubrication-Every Clutch Fork Ball Stud Lubrication (4.3L Months or Air Cleaner Filter Replacement* Front Wheel Bearing Repack Only) Transmission Service** Fuel Filter Replacement* FOOT...
Page 337 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE THE SERVICES SHOWN ON THIS CHART UP TO 60,000 MILES (100 000 km) ARE TO BE DONE AFTER 60,000 MILES AT THE SAME INTERVALS. TO288...
Page 338: Explanation Of Scheduled Maintenance Services
Scheduled Maintenance Services Explanation Of Scheduled Maintenance Services Below are explanations of the services listed The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed whoever services your vehicle uses these. all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle. 1.
Page 339 5. AIR CLEANER FILTER REPLACEMENT* intervals. Ask your dealer for the proper replacement intervals for your driving conditions. 6. FRONT WHEEL BEARING REPACK (2-WHEEL DRIVE ONLY) and repack the front wheel bearings at each.‘ brake relining, or at the specified interval, whichever comes first. 7.
Page 340 Scheduled Maintenance Services 13. ENGINE ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT INSPECTION*-Inspect belt. Look for cracks, fraying, wear, and proper tension. Adjust needed. 14. TIRE AND WHEEL ROTATION AND INSPECTION and maximum tire life, rotate tires at the first kilometers) for Schedule Schedule II and then every Follow the instructions and patterns shown uneven wear or damage.
Page 341: Owner Checks And Services
Owner Checks and Services Listed below are owner checks and services which would be made at the time period specified to help ensure proper safety, emission performance, and dependability 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 this section.
Page 342 Schedded Maintenance Services Steering column lock operation in each gear shift position. With an automatic transmission, the key should turn to the gear shift is in With manual shift, the key should turn to (Reverse). vehicles with a key release lever, pressing the lever.
Page 343: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
Periodic Maintenance 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 dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these Make sure any necessary repairs are completed Steering and Suspension lnspectiont and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of wear or lack of lubrication.
Page 344: Recommended Fluids & Lubricants
Scheduled Maintenance Services Recommended Fluids & NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified specification may be obtained from your USAGE Engine Oil Engine Coolant Mixture Hydraulic Clutch System Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part No. 12345347 Hydraulic Brake Systems Delco Supreme 11 brake fluid (GM Part No. 1052535 or Parking Brake Cables Power Steering System Manual Steering Gear...
Page 345 (Cont’d.) USAGE Clutch Fork Ball Stud Hood Latch Assembly a. Pivots and spring anchor b. Release Pawl Front Wheel Bearings Constant Velocity Universal Joint Automatic Transmission Shift Linkage, Floor Shift Linkage, Hood and Door Hinges, Body Door Hinge Pins, Tailgate Hinge and Linkage, Folding Seat, Fuel Door Hinge Key Lock Cylinders...
Page 346: Maintenance Record
Scheduled Maintenance Services Maintenance Record After each of the preceding Scheduled Maintenance Services record the date, odometer reading, services performed who performed -the services in copies of your receipts. It is suggested that receipts Owner’s Manual. Date Odometer t h i appropriate column. in addition, retain- Maintenance Performed Serviced...
Page 347 Service Station Checks It is important for you or a service station attendant under-hood checks at each fuel Check the engine oil level and add Check the engine coolant level and add Check the windshield washer fluid level and add See the Index under these items for information on how to perform these fill.
Page 348 Scheduled Maintenance Services See Page...
Page 349 Customer Assistance Information out how to contact Here you will find This section also tells you how report any safety defects. Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for HearingKpeech Impaired GM Participation in Better Business Bureau MediationlArbitration Program Reporting Safety Defects .,.
Page 350 STEP TWO - I f after contacting a member of Dealership Management, appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the GMC Truck Consumer Relations Manager by calling 1-800-GMC-TRUCK (1-800-462-8782). In Canada, contact the Customer Assistance Center 1 -800-263-7854 (French).
Page 351 Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired (TOO] To assist owners who have hearing difficulties, GMC Truck has installed special TDD (Telecommunications Devices for the Deaf) equipment Customer Assistance Center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a TDD or conventional teletypewriter (TTY) can communicate...
Page 352 GM settlement process should ordinarily take about your complaint to the time a decision is rendered (or first contact your dealer, or GMC Truck), We encourage you to use this program before courts. We believe because it is fast, free...
Page 353 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you'll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-GMC-TRUCK (1 -800-462-8782), or write: GMC Truck, Consumer Relations, 31 Street 1607-07, Pontiac, Michigan 48342-2230.
Page 354 $75.00 ($85.00 including a special binder) and it entitles you published by GMC Truck during the model year. You can purchase a subscription by sending a check or money order to Publications, Post Office Box 436006, Pontiac, Michigan 48343 along with the order form located at the end of this section.
Page 355 Individual PSP’S If you don’t want to buy all the PSPs issued by GMC Truck for the model year, you can buy individual PSP’s, such as those which may pertain a particular model. of PSP’s. It provides a variety of information. Here’s what you’ll find index and how you can get one: What You’ll Find in the Index:...
Page 356 Customer Assistance Information Copies at Participating Dealers Copies of indexes and individual PSP’s are at your participating GMC Truck dealer. You can ask to see them. A VERY IMPORTANT REMINDER: These PSP’s are meant for technicians. They are not meant for the “do-it-yourselfer.” Technicians have the equipment,...
Page 358 Year Product Service Publication Subscription Above Subscription With Binder Binder Only Prices subject to order form on the next page and send it to GMC Truck Service Publications Post Office Box 436006 Pontiac, MI 48343 would like to order using your credit TOLL FREE at 1-80U-627-5699.
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Page 361 Accessory Power Outlet Air Cleaner Air Conditioning Fan Lever Function Lever Refrigerant Capacity Temperature Lever Antenna, Fixed Mast Antilock Brakes (See “Brakes”) Appearance Care Materials Arbitration Program Audio Systems AM Radio AM-FM Stereo Audio Compact Disc (CD) System AM-FM Stereo Audio System AM-FM Stereo Audio System with Cassette Deck...
Page 362 Capacities and Specification Charts Carbon Monoxide 2-8, Cargo Cover Cassette Tape Player (See “Audio Systems”) Catalytic Converter CertificationlTire Label Changing a Flat Tire Chemical Paint Spotting Child Restraints (See “Safety Belts”) Cigarette LighterlAshtrays Circuit Breakers (See “Fuses”) Cleaning Finish Care Glass Inside of Vehicle Instrument Panel, Top...
Page 363 Electrical System Accessory Power Outlet Add-on Equipment Engine Adding Coolant Air Cleaner Block Heater 2.18. 3.7. Coolant Coolant Temperature Gage ... 2-76 Crankcase Exhaust Fan Noise Identification Oil (See “Oil”) Overheating Running While Parked Starting Equipment. Add-on Exhaust System Fan Noise Filter Replacement Chart Finish Care...
Page 364 INDEX Hitches Hood Checking Under Latches and Hinge Release Horn Hydraulic Clutch Grease Fitting Hydroplaning If You’re Stuck In Sand. Mud. Snow Ignition Switch Inflation-Tire Pressure Instrument Panel Digital Cluster Standard Cluster Jack Storage Jump Starting Key Release Lever Keyless Entry System Battery Replacement Matching Transmitter Keys...
Page 365 3dometer Iff-Road Driving (See “Driving”) Additives Disposal of Used Pressure Gage To Check What Kind to Use When to Add When to Change 3wner Checks and Services Parking On Hills Over Things That Burn Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission) Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission) Parking Brake Passing Other Vehicles...
Page 366 Service Station Checks Shift Indicator Light Shifting Into Park Single Belt Accessory Drive Sliding Rear Quarter Window Spare Tire Removal Storage Tailgate-Mounted Carrier Specification Charts Speedometer Starting Your Engine Steering In Emergencies Tips Storage Compartments Garage Door Opener Sun Visors Tachometer ;...
Page 367 Warning Lights. Gages and Indicators Devices. Other Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance Aluminum Hub CapslWheel Nut Caps Nut Torque Replacement Used Replacement ..Windows Sliding Rear Quarter Windshield Washer 2 . 7 3 . 2-79 Rear Washer Washer Fluid Winter Driving 6-45 Wipers.
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