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Page 3 The 1996 GMC Safari Owner’s Manual This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains the “SIR” system. Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your system.
Page 4 For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for GMC Truck Division whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your vehicle, so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road.
Page 5 How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly.
Page 6 You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety symbol means “Don’t,’’ “Don’t do this,” or “Don’t let this happen.” Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle.
Page 7 :le Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. These symbols For example, these symbols are important are used on an for you and your passengers original battery: whenever your vehicle is CAUTION driven: POSSIBLE INJURY DOOR LOCK PROTECT...
Page 8 Model Reference manual covers This these models: Passenger Vm...
Page 9 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats -- how to adjust them, take them out and put them back in.
Page 10 2-Way Front Seat The bucket seats can be adjusted forward or rearward by the lever at the front of the seat. Move the seat adjustment lever at the front of the seat toward the driver’s door to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it.
Page 11 Power Seats (Option) If you have this feature, there will be a control pad on the inboard side of the driver and passenger bucket seats. The front control makes the front of the seat go up and down. The rear control makes the rear of the and down.
Page 12 But don't have a seatback reclined if Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can't do their job when you're reclined like this. The shoulder belt can't do its job because it won't be against your body.
Page 13 Head Restra' ts Head restraints are fixed on some models and adjustable on others. Slide an adjustable head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash.
Page 14 A safety belt that is twisted or not properly attached won’t provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could seriously injured. After installing the seat, always check to be sure that the safety belts are not twisted and are properly attached.
Page 15 adjust your seatback, pull up lower outside of the seat. The center bench seatbacks will recline further back than the rear bench seatbacks. For details about headrests, see “Head Restraints” in this section. the lever on the To raise or lower the center console, press the button between the beverage holders.
Page 16 Removing the Rear Seats To remove the rear seats, do the following: 1. If you are removing the center seat, remove the TO DETACH right lap-shoulder belt. BELTFOR To do this, press the tip SEAT REMOVAL of a key into the release hole of the safety belt attachment while pulling up on the safety belt.
Page 17 4. Lift up on the seat release latch. The latches are near the floor on the rear legs of the seat. To relieve pressure on the latch, pull back on the seat. 5. Lift up on the rear of the seat to remove assembly from the rear latch pins.
Page 18 Replacing the Rear Seats To replace the rear seats, do the following: 2. Pull the seat down to latch the rear retainers. Make sure the seat is locked in by pulling up and down on the seat. 1. Lower the seat into position. Make sure the front 3.
Page 19 4. If you are replacing the center seat, connect the right lap-shoulder belt to the attachment on the seat cushion. If you have a safety belt guide on your seat, pull the belt through the guide before reattaching the of the lap-shoulder belt to the side hole should be facing outward.
Page 20 Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. (See “Safety Belt Reminde,r Light” in the Index.) In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. You never h o w if you’ll be a crash.
Page 21 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider Put someone on it. doesn’t stop. 1-13...
Page 22 The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield 1-14...
Page 23 or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers...
Page 24 If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from wear safety belts? home, why should You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident even one that isn’t your fault your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers.
Page 25 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let get twisted. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender’’...
Page 26 Shoulder Belt H ght A I - Mer Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. 1-18 To move it down, push in at the top of the arrows and move the height adjuster to the desired position.
Page 27 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way. You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body.
Page 28 What's wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is In a buckled in the wrong place like this. crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The not at belt forces would be there, the pelvic bones.
Page 29 &: What's wrong with this? The belt is over an armrest. You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much In a too high. crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen, not at the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries.
Page 30 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. 1-22 You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too increase the chance of head and neck injury.
Page 31 What’s wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it.
Page 32 To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
Page 33 Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position for in a crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with an air bag.
Page 34 How the Air Bag System Works Where is the air bag? The driver’s a i r bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-26 The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side.
Page 35 Don’t put anything on, or attach anything to, the steering wheel or instrument panel. Also, don’t put anything (such as pets or objects) between any occupant and the steering wheel or instrument panel. And don’t hang anything from the assist handle on the passenger’s side panel.
Page 36 How does an air bag restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. The air bag supplements the protection provided by safety belts. Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant’s upper body, stopping the occupant more gradually.
Page 37 Your ve.hicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which records information about the air bag system. The module records information about the readiness of the system, when the sensors are activated and driver’s safety belt usage at deployment. Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag system.
Page 38 Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle add a push bumper or a bicycle rack to the front of my vehicle, will it keep the air bags from working properly? long as the push bumper or bicycle rack is attached to your vehicle so that the vehicle’s basic structure isn’t changed, it’s not likely to keep the air bags from working properly in a crash.
Page 39 The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s ‘more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in pregnant women, as for anyone, the key safety belts effective is wearing them properly. Right Front Passenger Position The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same as the driver’s safety belt.
Page 40 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the Don’t let it get twisted. latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. Pul1,up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. 2.
Page 41 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies ’...
Page 42 CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. To unlatch the belt, the button on the buckle. just push 1-34 Center Passenger Position...
Page 43 When you sit i n a center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, the latch plate and pull tilt To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt along the belt.
Page 44 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Your vehicle may have rear shoulder belt comfort guides. This feature will provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head.
Page 45 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, .place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top.
Page 46 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt described in “Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions” earlier in this section. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. To remove and store the comfort guides, just perform these steps in reverse order. Squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides.
Page 47 Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much crash. During a crash a baby will become so CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) heavy you can’t hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 will suddenly become a 240-lb.
Page 48 Smaller Children and Babies A very young child's hip bones are so small that a regular belt might not stay low on the hips, should. Instead, the belt will likely be over the In a child's abdomen. crash, the belt would apply force right on the child's abdomen, which could cause serious or fatal injuries.
Page 49 CAUTION: (Continued) heavy you can’t hold it. For example, in a crash a t only 25 mph (40 kmh), a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-lb. your arms. The baby would be almost impossible to hold. Child Restraints Be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle.
Page 50 Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people the vehicle. sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it. Where to Put the Restraint (Cargo The child restraint must be secured properly in the passenger seat.
Page 51 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Outside Position You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 1. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint.
Page 52 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-44 5. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint.
Page 53 Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position (Bench Seat) You’ll be using the lap belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling along the belt.
Page 54 Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.
Page 55 CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured if the front passenger’s air bag inflates. This is because the back ,child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. If your vehicle is a passenger van, always secure a rearfacing child restraint in a rear seat.
Page 56 6. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 1-48 7. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. 8.
Page 57 Larger Children Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat.
Page 58 Never-do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The beit can’t properly spread the impact forces. crash, the two children’can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is close to the child’s face...
Page 59 Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continue.” in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen.
Page 60 Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Page 61 Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly have a problem.
Page 62 This vehicle has one double-sided key for the ignition and door locks. It will fit with either side up. You will have a separate single-sided key to secure the locking front storage compartment. When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer provides the owner with a pair of identical keys and a bar-coded tag.
Page 63 Front Doors To open the front side door from the outside, grasp the handle and pull the door open. open the front side door from the inside, pull the lever toward you and push the door open. Rear Doors If you have the Dutch doors, you must open the hatch first.
Page 64 To open the driver’s side rear door, pull on the latch release handle in the inside of the door. To close the rear doors, close the driver’s side door first. Check to make sure both doors are completely closed. The rear doors have a check assembly to keep the doors from opening beyond 90”.
Page 65 L o 4 ’ Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children open the doors and fall out. When locked, the inside handle won’t open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. This may not be so obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked.
Page 66 Power Door Locks If your vehicle has power door locks, press the power ‘I door lock switch to lock or unlock all the doors at once. ’ ’ The power door lock switch will not lock or unlock the rear hatch and Dutch doors. You must use the REAR HATCH button.
Page 67 Keyless Entry System If your vehicle has this option, you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your trunk from up to 30 feet away using the key chain transmitter supplied with your vehicle. Your Keyless Entry System operates frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules.
Page 68 Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer.
Page 69 iding Door To close the sliding side door, pull the handle toward the front t o release the rear latch, and slide the door forward. To open the sliding side door, pull the handle toward the back and slide the door to the rear until latches in the open position.
Page 70 Sliding Door Child Security Lock Your vehicle's sliding side door is equipped with a child security door lock, located at the rear of the sliding door, near the side door latch mechanism. There are two labels on your vehicle to remind you that you have this feature.
Page 71 It can be dangerous to drive with the rear swing-out windows, rear hatch or rear doors open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the rear swing-out windows, rear hatch or rear doors open or electrical wiring or other cable connections must...
Page 72 To release the hatch using the optional Keyless Entry hand-held transmitter, see “Keyless Entry System” in the Index. To release the hatch and unlock the doors from the outside of the vehicle, put Then, pull up on the hatch and open the right rear door first.
Page 73 Parking at Night Park in lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Renlember to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage area. or take them with you. Park I f you park in a lot where sorneone will be watching your vehicle, it‘s best to lock up and take your keys.
Page 74 Ignition Positions Use your ignition key start your vehicle. The ignition key lets you turn the ignition switch to five different positions. ACCESSORY (A): This position lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off.
Page 75 NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t way in. If it turn it, be sure it is all the turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard. But turn the key only with your hand.
Page 76 2. If doesn’t start right away, hold your key in START. If it doesn’t start 10 seconds, push the accelerator pedal all the way down for five more seconds, or until starts. If your engine still won’t start (or sta1-t.s but then stops), wait 15 seconds and start over.
Page 77 use the coolant heater: 1 . Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3. Plug it into normal, grounded 1 IO-volt AC outlet. Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire.
Page 78 Automatic Transmission Operation There are several different positions for your shift lever. (P): PARK This locks your rear wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily. It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set.
Page 79 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. NOTICE: Shifting to REVERSE while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transmission. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transmission, see “Stuck: In Sand, Mud, or Snow”...
Page 80 DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power passing, and you're: Going less than about 35 mph (56 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph (56 k d h ) or more. push the accelerator pedal all the way down.
Page 81 Locking Rear Axle If you have this feature, your rear axle. can give you additional traction on snow, mud, ice, sand or gravel. It works like standard axle most of the time, but when one of the rear wheels has n o traction and the other does, the locking feature will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle.
Page 82 NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle. If you are towing a trailer .and are parking on any hill, see “Towing a Trailer”...
Page 83 2. Move the shift lever into the PARK (P) position like this: Pull the lever toward you. Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can remove the key from your ignition, your vehicle is in PARK (P).
Page 84 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire.
Page 85 Shifting Out of PARK (P) Your vehicle has a brake-transmission shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brake before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in the RUN position. See “Automatic Transmission” in the Index. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into...
Page 86 E y i n e Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains, the gas (CO), carbon monoxide which you can’t see or smell. can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: Your exhaust system sounds strange or different.
Page 87 It can be dangerous to get out the shift lever is not fully in PARK parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine running unless you have to. If you’ve left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured.
Page 88 Express-Down Window The driver’s window switch also has an “express” feature that allows it to lower without holding the window switch. Hold the driver’s window switch down for more than 1/2 second to activate the express-down feature. Lightly tap the switch to open the window slightly.
Page 89 Horn To sound the horn, press the horn symbols o n the steering wheel. Tilt Wheel (Option) steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering tilt wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle.
Page 90 Turn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically.
Page 91 Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by turning the band with the wiper symbol on it. For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIST. Hold there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one wipe. If you want more wipes, hold the band on MIST Iunger.
Page 92 Rear Window Washermiper (Option) You control your rear window washedwiper from a switch on your instrument panel, next to the audio system. To turn the wiper on, slide the switch all the way up. For delay wiping, slide d e switch even with the word DELAY in the center position of the rear wiper control.
Page 93 Setting Cruise Control If you leave your cruise control switch on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button into cruise when you don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control’switch OFF until you want to use it.
Page 94 Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to higher speed: Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Press the button at the end of the lever, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed.
Page 95 Lamps Your lamp switch is on the driver's side of the instrument panel. Turn the knob to the first position to turn on: Parking Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Turn the knob the master lamp symbol to turn on all the lamps listed as well as the headlamps.
Page 96 Headlamps On Reminder reminder tone will sound when your headlamps or parking lamps are turned on and your ignition is in the OFF, LOCK or ACCESSORY position. To turn the tone off, turn the switch to the OFF position. Daytime Running Lamps ( I f Equipped) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make others to see the front of your vehicle during the day.
Page 97 Interior La1 Dome Lamps dome lamps may on when you open any of come the doors. You can also turn on the dome lamps by turning the dimmer dial up until it Dome Lamp Off Button If the DOME LAMP OFF button is in the out position, your interior lamps will work as usual.
Page 98 ,If the button is pressed in, the interior lamps wiIl not come on when any of the vehicle’s doors are open, unless your vehicle has the optional Keyless Entry system. The button is located next to the lamp switch knob. you have the optional reading lamps, they will still operate if the button is pressed in.
Page 99 Outside Mirrors Adjust your outside mirrors so you can just see the side of your vehicle. Some mirrors are manually adjustable. The optional electric mirrors come with a remote control adjustment switch. Find the switch on the driver’s door. To move a mirror, turn the knob in the middle of the control to L for the driver’s side mirror or to R for the passenger’s side mirror.
Page 100 Storage Compartments Your front storage cornpartment/glove box is at the center of the engine cover. You will have a single-sided lock and unlock it. To open the compartment, press the two tabs together and pull. 2-40 If you have an optional sliding tray storage compartment, is under the front passenger seat.
Page 101 If you have rear storage compartments, pull up on the lid to open the cover. There is also a map/storage pocket o n the passenger’s side of the engine cover console. 2-41...
Page 102 Overhead Console (Option) . . . 2-42 Reading Lamps Press the button near each ."I*. lamp to turn the reading lamps on and off. The lamps can to point in also swiveled you want. the direction...
Page 103 Installing a Garage Door Opener If you have a garage door opener, the front overhead compartment can be used to conveniently store the opener. To install the garage door opener, first open the compartment door by pressing the latch forward. Peel the protective backing from the hook and loop patch.
Page 104 Now, with the compartment door closed, press the button again to make sure the garage door opener operates properly. With the garage door opener positioned properly and the right number of pegs in place, you should only have to press the button slightly to operate the opener. Adjust the position of the garage door opener and add or remove pegs, as needed, until the opener operates properly.
Page 105 Turn the display on or off by pressing the ON/OFF switch. Display the temperature in either de, <Trees Fahrenheit (English) or Celsius (metric) by pressing the USMET switch. Before you turn on the ignition and move the vehicle, the temperature indicated will be the last outside temperature recorded with the ignition on.
Page 106 :e Compartm The console has a sunglasses storage compartment. 2-46 nvenie m e You may have a convenience net in the rear of your vehicle to help keep small place during sharp turns or quick stops and starts. The net is not designed for larger, heavier items. You can unhook the net so that you’re not using it.
Page 107 Luggage Carrier (Option) If you have a luggage carrier, you can load things on top of your vehicle. The luggage carrier has slats, side rails and crossrails attached to the roof to secure cargo. The moveable tie downs, attached the side rails, should be used to secure loads to the luggage carrier.
Page 108 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter The cigarette lighter is on the left of the engine cover console. To use the lighter, press it in all the way and let go. When it’s ready, it will pop back by itself. NOTICE: Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating.
Page 109 Sun Visors To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can also swing them from side to side. Your visors may have an exterision'that can be pulled out for additional glare protection and a strap for holding small items, such as maps. Visor Vanity Mirror Some visors have mirrors built inj with or without lamps.
Page 110 Instrument Panel 2-50...
Page 111 A. Lamp Switches B. Instrument Panel Dimmer C. Multifunction Lever D. Hazard Lamp Switch E. Transmission Shift Lever Ignition Switch G. Rear Hatch Release H. Rear Defogger I. Comfort Controls J. Rear A/C Control K. Rear Heater Control Rear WasherWiper M.
Page 112 Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel remains, and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically.
Page 113 Speedometer and Odometer see your speed in both miles Your speedometer lets per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how fdr your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada).
Page 114 Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, a tone wi come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety bel already buckled. The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for about 20 seconds, then it will flash for about...
Page 115 Charging System Indicator Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn the ignition on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show you the light is working. Then it should go out once the engine is running. If stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the electrical charging system.
Page 116 Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating the vehicle and the engine is left at extended period. This condition charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle. As engine speeds are increased, this condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to create maximum power.
Page 117 If the light comes on while you are driving, pull’off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service.
Page 118 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission SERVICE ENGINE SOON This system is called OBD I1 (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment.
Page 119 If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: Reduce vehicle speed. Avoid hard accelerations. Avoid steep uphill grades. If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible.
Page 120 Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel (see “Fuel” in the Index). Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration.
Page 121 Don’t keep driving the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. You or others could be burned. soon as possible and have Check your oil your vehicle serviced. NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty.
Page 122 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage the gage pointer moves to the red area, your engine is too hot! TEMP It means that your engine coolant has overheated. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull off the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible.
Page 123 Check Gages Light This light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine. CHECK GAGES If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving, check your various gages to see if they are in the warning zones.
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Page 125 Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systen In this section you'll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. Comfort Controls This section tells you how to make your air system work for you.
Page 126 Fan Knob This control has four positions. To increase airflow, turn the knob toward HI. decrease airflow, move it toward LO. Temperature Knob This knob is next to the fan knob. It selects the temperature of the air flowing into your vehicle. Move the knob clockwise for warmer air.
Page 127 Heating System If your vehicle does not have air conditioning, your heater controls will look like this. Fan Knob This control has four positions. To increase airflow, turn the knob toward HI. To decrease airflow, move it toward LO. Temperature Knob This knob next to the fan knob.
Page 128 Rear Heating System (Option) You may have the optional rear heater. The three-speed fan switch is to the right of the radio. Turn the switch toward HIGH for higher airflow in the rear area. Turn the switch to the OFF position to turn the system off. Rear Air Conditioning System (Option) You may have rear air conditioning.
Page 129 Air Conditioning Before using your vehicle’s air conditioning, open the windows to clear the vehicle of hot air. This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down. Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work at its best.
Page 130 Defrosting DEFROST to remove fog or ice from the windshield quickly in extremely cold conditions. The temperature knob should be in the red area and the fan control toward high. The air conditioning compressor may operate in this setting to dehumidify the air. The BLEND setting is useful for cold weather with a large number of passengers or very humid conditions to help keep the windshield clear.
Page 131 If you have rear heating or rear air conditioning, you will have adjustable vents in the rear of the vehicle to help direct the airflow. The rear air conditioning vents are located in the headliner at the rear of the vehicle. The rear heating vents are located next to the second and third seat on the driver’s side of the vehicle, near the floor.
Page 132 You can turn the defogger off at any time by pressing the button again, The defogger will shut itself off after several minutes so that the glass does not get the window still isn’t clear, turn the defogger on again. NOTICE: Scraping the inside of your rear window could cut and damage the defogger.
Page 133 AM-FM Stereo Playir the Radio VOLUME-BAL: Turn the knob clockwise to turn the radio on and counterclockwise to turn it off. To increase the volume, turn the knob clockwise. To decrease the volume, turn the knob counterclockwise. Display the time with the ignition off by pressing the VOLUME-BAL knob.
Page 134 In addition to the four stations set as above, up to three additional stations may be preset on each band by pressing two adjoining buttons at the same time. Just: 1. Tune in the desired station. 2. Press SET. 3. Press two adjoining buttons at the same time, within five seconds.
Page 135 Finding a Station AM-FM: Press the lower knob to get AM or FM. TUNE: Turn this knob to tune in radio stations. SEEK: Press this button and the radio will tune to the next higher or lower station and stay there. PUSHBUTTONS: The four numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations.
Page 136 Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player. Once the tape is playing, use the knobs for VOLUME, FADE and BAL just as you do for the radio.
Page 137 S C V This is the Speed-Compensated-Volume (SCV) knob. Move the control ring behind the PWR-VOL knob clockwise to adjust the SCV. Set the volume at the desired level. As you drive, the SCV automatically increases the volume, as necessary, to overcome road and wind noise at any particular speed.
Page 138 P.SCAN: The preset scan button lets your favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons. Select either the AM, FMI or FM2 mode and then press €?SCAN. It will scan through each station stored on your pushbuttons and stop for a few seconds before continuing to scan through all of the pushbuttons.
Page 139 Once the tape is playing, use the VOL, BAL, FADE, TREB and BASS controls just as you do for the radio. The tape symbol and a direction arrow will be on the display whenever a tape is being played. Anytime a tape is inserted, the top side is selected for play first.
Page 140 CLN: This message may appear on the display. If does, your cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean possible to prevent damage to your tapes and player. See “Care of Your Cassette Tape Player” in the Index. After you clean the player, press and hold EJECT for five seconds to reset the CLN indicator.
Page 141 SCV This is the Speed-Compensated-Volume (SCV) knob. Move the control ring behind the PWR-VOL knob clockwise to adjust the SCV. Set the volume at the desired level. As you drive, the SCV automatically increases the volume, as necessary, to overcome road and wind noise at any particular speed.
Page 142 P.SCAN: The preset scan button lets you scan through your favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons. Select either the AM, FMI or FM2 mode and then press P.SCAN. It will scan through each station stored on your pushbuttons and stop for a few seconds before continuing to scan through all of the pushbuttons.
Page 143 g a Compact Disc PWR: Press this knob to turn the system on. (Please note that you can also turn the system on when you insert a compact disc into the player with the ignition on.) Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in.
Page 144 FWD (6): Press and hold this button to advance rapidly within a track. You will hear the disc selection play at high speed while you press the FWD button. This allows you to listen and find out when the disc is at the desired selection.
Page 145 Once the tape is playing, use the control knobs for VOL, AUTO TONE, BAL, FADE, TREB and BASS just as you do for the radio. A lighted tape symbol shows when a cassette tape is in the player. A lighted arrow will also appear and show the direction play when a tape is active.
Page 146 Rear Seat Audio (Option) This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to a different music source than the front seat passengers including AM-FM automatic tone control and cassette tapes. example, rear seat passengers may listen to the cassette tape through headphones while the driver listens to the radio through the front speakers.
Page 147 P.SET PROG: The front passengers must be listening to something different for each of these three functions to work: Press this button to seek through your preset radio stations set on your primary radio pushbuttons. When a cassette tape is playing, press this button to go to the other side of the tape.
Page 148 Activating the Theft-Deterrent Feature The instructions which follow, explain how to enter your secret code activate the THEFTLOCK system. It is recommended that you read through all nine steps before starting the procedure. NOTE: If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse between any steps, the radio automatically reverts to time and you must start the procedure over at Step 4.
Page 149 Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: 1. LOC appears when the ignition is on. 2. Press MN and 000 will appear on’the display; 3. Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code.
Page 150 Understanding Radio Reception FM Stereo stereo will give you the best sound. But FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to come and go. The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night.
Page 151 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat. If they aren’t, they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player.
Page 152 Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution and clean it, wiping from the center to the edge.
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Page 155 Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively.
Page 156 Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision...
Page 157 It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level.
Page 158 The body takes about an hour to rid itself of in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person wit.h even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision.
Page 159 Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide.
Page 160 Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking.
Page 161 Here‘s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here’s what happens with ABS. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. of the wheels about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the...
Page 162 Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need foot to get your up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room ahead to stop, even though you have anti-lock brakes.
Page 163 Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed. Of course, the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions. Under less favorable conditions you‘ll want to go slower. If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve, do it before you enter the curve, while your front wheels are straight ahead.
Page 164 Off-Road Recovery your You may find sometime that dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement.
Page 165 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops.
Page 166 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 do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, don’t give up. Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger.
Page 167 Driving at Night Night driving more dangerous than day driving. One reason that some drivers are likely to be impaired -- by alcohol or drugs, night vision problems, or by fatigue. with Here are some on night driving. tips Drive defensively. Don’t drink and drive.
Page 168 You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several your seconds, for eyes readjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver who doesn’t lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow down a little.
Page 169 The heavier the rain, the harder windshield wiper blades are in good shape. a heavy rain can make harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road and even people walking. It’s wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid.
Page 170 Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road.
Page 171 City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going.
Page 172 Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. 4-18 The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving.
Page 173 Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night. When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up.
Page 174 Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis“? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel‘? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
Page 175 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transmission.
Page 176 Winter Driving Here are some tips,for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle. 4-22 Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles.
Page 177 What’s the worst time for this? ”Wet ice.’’ Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because least traction of a l l . You can get wet ice when it’s about freezing (32°F;...
Page 178 If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation. You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure. that you are near help and you can h'ike through the snow. Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers.
Page 179 Snow can trap exhaust gases under your This can cause deadly (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. could overcome you and you. You can’t see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle. Clear away snow from around the base your vehicle, especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe.
Page 180 Loading Your Vehicle OWNER'S MANUAL ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The CertificatiodTire label is found on the rear edge of the driver's door. The label shows the size of your original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle. This is called the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating).
Page 181 Using heavier suspension components to get added durability might not change your weight ratings. Ask your dealer to help you load your vehicle the right way. NOTICE: Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of overloading. If you put things inside your vehicle tools, packages, or anything else -- they will go as thst as the vehicle goes.
Page 182 Payload The Payload Capacity is shown on the Certificatioflire label. This is the maximum load capacity that your vehicle can carry. Be sure to include the weight of the people inside as part of your load. If you added any accessories or equipment after your vehicle left the factory, remember to subtract the weight of these things from the payload.
Page 183 Tnwing a Trailer If you don't use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well or even at all. You and your passengers could be seriously injured.
Page 184 If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer some you do, here are important points: There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving.
Page 185 Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming the driver and one passenger are in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment. The weight of additional optional equipment, passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight.
Page 186 Total Weight on Your Vehicle's Tires Be sure your vehicle's tires are intlated to the l i m i t for cold tires. You'll find these numbers on the Certification label at the rear edge of the driver's door or see "Tire Loading"...
Page 187 Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs. (450 kg) loaded, then it needs its own brakes -- and they must be adequate. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you‘ll be able to install, adjust and maintain them properly.
Page 188 Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself.
Page 189 Making Turns NOTICE: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering. When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider turns than normal.
Page 190 Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. something goes wrong, could start to move. People can be injured, and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’s how to do it: Apply your regular brakes, but don’t shift into PARK (P) yet.
Page 191 Trailer Wiring Harness If you have the optional trailering package, your vehicle will have an eight-wire harness, including the center high-mounted stoplamp battery feed wire. The harness is stored on the passenger side of the vehicle near the rear wheel well. This harness has a 30 amp battery feed wire and no connector, and should be wired by a qualified electrical technician.
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Page 193 Section 5 Here you'll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers YOLK hazard warning flashers let you warn others. Problems on the Road They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off.
Page 194 The hazard warning flasher button is located on top of the steering column. To turn off the flashers, press the button down again, When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won’t work. They also won’t flash while you’re braking.
Page 195 Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with negative ground system. NOTICE: If the other system isn't a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can 2. Get the vehicles close enough can reach, but be s111-e the vehicles aren't touching each other.
Page 196 Using a match near battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. need to add water to the Delco Freedom@ battery installed in every new vehicle.
Page 197 6. Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. 7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery. 8. Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery’s...
Page 198 10. -Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. 11. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery. If it won’t start after a few tries, it probably needs seniice. 12. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting.
Page 199 To help avoid injury to you others: Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed. Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds. Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured. Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted by the tow truck.
Page 200 When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key in the OFF position. The steering wheel should be clamped a straight-ahead position, with a clamping device designed for towing service. Do not use the vehicle’s steering column lock for this. The transmission should be in NEUTRAL (N) and the parking brake released.
Page 201 Towing From the Front (Except All-Wheel Drive) Limits Tau. r n p h km/lj), NOTICE: miles (80 k m ) Do not tow with sling-type equipment or the front bumper system will be damaged. Use wheel-lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required equipment.
Page 202 Towing From the Front (All-Wheel Drive) A towing dolly must be used under the rear wheels when towing from the front. NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or the front bumper system will be damaged. Use wheel-lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for car-carrier equipment.
Page 203 Towing From the Rear (Except All-WI: Drive) NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or the rear bumper system will be damaged. Use wheel-lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required car-carrier equipment. safety chains and wheel straps. Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle.
Page 204 Towing From the Rear (All-Wheel Drive) 5- 12 NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or the rear bumper system will be damaged. Use wheel-lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for car-carrier equipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps. Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle.
Page 205 Engine Overheating You will find a temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Steam from an overheated engine can burn badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it.
Page 206 If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: Climb a long hill on a hot day. Stop after high-speed driving.
Page 207 When you decide safe to lift the hood. here’s what it’s you’ll see: A. Coolant Recovery Tank B. Radiator Pressure Cap C. Engine Fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don‘t anything else until cools down. The coolant level should be at the ADD mark.
Page 208 heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don’t run the engine if there is a leak. the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and.
Page 209 NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mix. You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough.
Page 210 CAUTION: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap, is hot.
Page 211 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, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops.
Page 212 3. Fill the radiator with the proper mix, up to the base 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the ADD mark. of the filler neck. 5. Put the cap back on the Coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. 5-20...
Page 213 Start the engine and let run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Wdtch out for the engine fitn. 7. By time coolant level inside the radiator this filler neck may lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper mix through the filler neck the level reaches the base of the filler neck.
Page 214 Engine Fan Noise This vehicle has a clutched engine cooling the clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine. In most every day driving conditions, the clutch is not fully engaged. This improves fuel economy and reduces fan noise. Under heavy vehicle loading, trailer towing and/or high outside temperatures, the fan speed increases when the clutch engages.
Page 215 Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. Changing a tire can cause an injury. The can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people.
Page 216 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The jacking equipment you’ll need is stored by your vehicle’s rear doors, along the passenger side wall. Remove your jack cover by pulling it away from the side wall and down to release the tabs securing the top of the cover.
Page 217 Your spare tire is stored underneath the rear of your vehicle. You will use the ratchet and extension to lower the spare tire. NOTICE: Never remove or restow a tire fromho a stowage position under the vehicle while the vehicle is supported by a jack.
Page 218 It also has a DOWN side. Attach the ratchet, with the DOWN side facing you, to the extension. The extension has a socket end and a flat chisel end. Put the flat end of the extension on an angle through the hole in the rear door frame, above the bumper.
Page 219 When the tire has been lowered, tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening. Pull the tire out from under the vehicle. NOTICE: To help avoid vehicle damage, do not drive the vehicle before cable is restored.
Page 220 Removing the Wheel Covers You will have to take off hub caps reach your wheel nuts. 5-28 If you have a standard steel wheel, carefully pry along the edge of the hub cap until it comes off. Be careful, the wheel nut caps to rim edges cap with your bare hands.
Page 221 Zemoving the Flat Tire and hstalling the Spare Tire 1. Before you start, block the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed. Then put your spare tire near the flat tire. 2. With the DOWN side facing you, use the ratchet and socket to loosen all the wheel nuts.
Page 222 4. Attach the ratchet to the extension with the UP side facing you. 5. Rotate the ratchet to the right. That will raise the jack lift head a little. 5-30 6.5" (16.5 6. Position the jack under the vehicle.
Page 223 Getting under a vehicle when it is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when is supported only by a jack. NOTICE: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack.
Page 224 9. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
Page 225 11. Lower the vehicle by turning the ratchet counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. 12. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss-cross sequence Turn the ratchet clockwise with the CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off.
Page 226 NOTICE: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification. 13. Remove the wheel blocks. NOTICE: Wheel covers won’t on your compact spare.
Page 227 Put the flat tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle, with the valve stem pointed down. Tilt retaining bar downward and through the wheel opening. Make sure it is fully seated across the underside of the wheel. Attach the ratchet, with the UP side facing you, to the extension.
Page 228 Compact Spare Tire ’ Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 Wa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure your spare tire is correctly inflated.
Page 229 If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution.
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Page 231 Section 6 Service and Appc lrance Care Here you will find information about the This section begins with service and fuel information, and then shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
Page 232 Doing Your Own Service Work you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to get the proper GM Service Manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see “Service and Owner Publications’’...
Page 233 Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher. At a minimum, it should meet specifications ASTM D48 14 in the United States and CGSB 3.5-M93 in Canada. Improved gasoline specifications have been developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association (AAMA) for better vehicle performance and engine protection.
Page 234 To provide cleaner air, all gasolines are now required to contain additives that will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system, allowing your emission control system to function properly. Therefore, you should not have to add anything to the fuel. In addition, gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to help clean the air.
Page 235 Filling Your Tank The cap is behind a hinged door on the driver’s side of your vehicle. CAUTION: Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle.
Page 236 While refueling, hang the cap inside the fuel door. To take off the cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). CAUTION: If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly.
Page 237 When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right until you hear at least three clicks. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere.
Page 238 Hood Rele Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release. To open the hood, first pull the handle inside the vehicle on the lower driver’s side of the kick panel.
Page 239 When you open the hood. this is what you will see: A. Windshield Washer Fluid Fill Location B. Coolant Fill Location C. Oil Dipstick Location D. Transmission Dipstick/Fill Location Air Cleaner F. Oil Fill Location G. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir H.
Page 240 Lift the hood, release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop.
Page 241 Engine Oil If the CHECK OIL light on the instrument panel comes on, it means you need to check your engine oil level CHECK right away. For more information, see “Check Oil Light” in the Index. You should check your engine oil level regularly; this is an added reminder.
Page 242 Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. 6-12 When to Add If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need to add some oil.
Page 243 What Kind of Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the "Starburst" symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol.
Page 244 shown the chart, SAE 5w-30 is best for your use SAE IOW-30 vehicle. However, you can 0°F (-18°C) to be or above. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils, such as SAE 20W-50. INOTICE: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines...
Page 245 What to Do with Used Oil Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer'? Don't let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner.
Page 246 Unscrew the screws located neat- the top on each side 3. The nuts are located at the bottom of the extension of the extension. Grasp the extension from both sides on the driver and passenger side corners. and gently remove...
Page 247 5. Disconnect the electrical connectors and set the 6. Grasp the top of the heater duct and pull down gently extension aside. to remove. 6-17...
Page 248 7. Remove the two bolts at the engine cover. The bolts 8. Grasp the bottom of the cover and slide rearward. Then, up and out of the vehicle. lift it are not supposed to come out of the cover, only from the front of the dash.
Page 249 Installing the Engine Cover L,ift the engine cover into the vehicle and slide it all the way forward. Make sure the rubber seal is over the latches. Install the two bolts at the engine cover. Put the heater duct over the engine cover studs. Push up on the duct gently until it snaps into place.
Page 250 Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter and the crankcase ventilation filter. See. “Scheduled Ma’--’enance Services” in the Index. Operating the engine,,with the can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it stops flame if the engine backfires.
Page 251 How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at your GM dealer Service Department. If you do it yourself, be sure follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick. NOTICE: Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission.
Page 252 Checking Transmission Fluid Cold A cold check is made after the vehicle has been sitting for eight hours or more with the engine off and is used only as a reference. Let the engine run at idle for five minutes if outside temperatures are 50°F (10°C) or more.
Page 253 Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be in the COLD area for a cold check or in the HOT area or cross-hatched area for a hot check. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back all the way;...
Page 254 How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use.
Page 255 Rear Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. How to Check Lubricant If the level below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need add some lubricant.
Page 256 NOTICE: When adding coolant it is important that DEX-COOL (orange-colored, silicate-free) coolant meeting GM Specification 6277M. If silicated coolant is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result. addition, the engine will coolant require change sooner 30,000 miles 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first.
Page 257 NOTICE: If you use an improper coolant mix, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mix can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. If you have to add coolant more than four times a year, have your dealer check your cooling system.
Page 258 Adding Coolant you need more coolant, add the proper recovery tank. coolant / : 1 CAUTION: "urning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. With the coolant recovery tank, you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator.
Page 259 NOTICE: Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck.
Page 260 ostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system. The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature. Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid not necessary to regularly check power steering It is fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or...
Page 261 Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufxturer’s instructions before use. I f you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature Fill below freezing. use fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing.
Page 262 Brakes Brake ‘Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is here. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear.
Page 263 Checking Brake Fluid You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap. Just look at the window on the brake fluid reservoir. The fluid level should be above MTN. If it isn't, have your brake system checked to see if there is a leak. After work is done on the brake hydraulic system, make sure the level is above MTN and below the top of the window.
Page 264 NOTICE: Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts. example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they’ll have to be replaced. Don’t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid.
Page 265 Your rear drum brakes don’t have wear indicators, but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise, have the rear brake linings inspected. Also, the rear 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, too.
Page 266 Vehicle Storage you’re not going to drive your vehicle for take off the black, negative cable from the battery. This will help keep your battery from running down. CAUTION: Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you aren’t careful.
Page 267 Headlamps Sealed Beam Lamps 1. Remove the four retainer screws and the retainer..2. Pull the connector out and unplug the lamp. 3. Install the new bulb into the connector. 4. Reverse Steps 1 and 2 to reinstall the headlamp. Composite Headlamps 1.
Page 268 4. Remove the screw located behind the corner reflector in order to remove the entire corner reflector. 3. Completely remove the sidemarkedturn signal lamp by pulling out the assembly and disconnecting the sidemarker/turn signal lamp sockets from the lamp. 6-38...
Page 269 5 . Remove the remaining three screws; the first one from the corner reflector pocket and the two remaining from the composite assembly. 6. Remove the composite assembly. 7. Turn the halogen bulb counterclockwise to remove from the assembly. 8. Install the new bulb into the composite assembly turning- clockwise until it is completely tightened.
Page 270 Front Turn Signal Lamps 1. Remove the two screws i t the inside edge of the parkinghurn signal lamp assembly. 2. Remove the lamp assembly. 3. Squeeze the tab on the side of the lamp socket while turning the socket counterclockwise.
Page 271 3. Pull out the taillamp assembly so you can see the socket. 4. Press the tab and turn the socket counterclockwise to remove the socket from the bezel. the socket does not have a tab, turn the socket counterclockwise to remove the socket from the bezel.
Page 272 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement I To replace your windshield wiper blade inserts, lift the wiper the windshield. Pinch the two tabs on the wiper arm and slide the insert out of the blade. Slide the new one in place. Make sure the tabs are locked into position.
Page 273 Inflation Tire Pressure The CertificatiodTire label, which is on the rear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km).
Page 274 Tire Inspection and Rotation 6,000 to 8,000 Tires should be inspected every I O 000 to 13 000 km) for any signs of unusual wear. unusual wear is present, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels.
Page 275 When It’s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or’ less of tread remaining. YOU need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire.
Page 276 Mixing tires coula cause to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could have a crash. Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle.
Page 277 Traction A, B, C The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are A, B, and C, and they represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.
Page 278 If you need to replace any your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle model.
Page 279 Chains NOTICE: If your vehicle has P235/65R15 size tires, don’t use tire chains. They can damage your vehicle. If you have other size tires, use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains that are the proper size for your tires.
Page 280 Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt.
Page 281 Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all. Some spots and stains will clean off better with just water and mild soap. If you need to use a solvent: Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with a clean, dull knife or scraper.
Page 282 Non-Greasy Stains Stains caused by catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, wine, vomit, urine and blood can be removed as follows: Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the soiled area with cool water. If a stain remains, follow the foam-type instructions described earlier.
Page 283 Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions.
Page 284 Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months. During very cold, damp weather more frequent application may be required. (See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants’’...
Page 285 Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible. If necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter.
Page 286 Tires your clean tires, use stiff brush with a tire cleaner. NOTICE: When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted surfaces on the body or wheels of the vehicle. Petroleum-based products may damage the paint finish.
Page 287 Fiberglass Springs NOTICE: Don’t use corrosive or acidic cleaning agents, engine degreasers, aluminum cleaning agents or other harsh solvents to clean fiberglass springs; they’ll damage the springs. Chemical Paint SpottLg Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle.
Page 288 Appearance Care Materials Chart See your General Motors Parts Department for these products. See “Fluids and Lubricants” in 6-58 Not recommen,,r Index. Not recommended for use on instrument panel vinyl. l ~ r pigskin suede leather.
Page 289 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 111 1 1 1 1 111 111111 1 1 1 I l l SAMPLE4UXTM072675 This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side.
Page 290 Electrical System Add-on Electrical Equipment NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should.
Page 291 Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers and fusible thermal links. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse.
Page 292 C I I C I l FuseKircuit Usage Breaker Stop/Turn/Hazard Lamps, CHMSL, Chime Module No Fuse-Resistor Courtesy Lamps, Power Outside Mirrors, Glove Box Lamp, Dome Reading Lamps, Vanity Mirror Lamps 6-62 FuseKircuit Usage Breaker Relay, Module, Chime Headlamp Switch, Keyless Entry, Cluster, Overhead Console Not Used Cruise Module, Cruise...
Page 293 FuseKircuit Usage Breaker Cluster HVAC Controls, Chime Module, Radio Illumination, Rear Heat Switch Illumination, Rear Wipermasher Switch Illumination, Rear Liftgate Switch Illumination, Remote Cassette Illumination, OH Console DRL Lamps Front Turn Signals, Rear Turn Signals, Trailer Turn Signals, Back-up Lamps, BTSI Solenoid Radio: ATC (Standby), 2000 Series (Main Feed), Rear Seat Audio Controls...
Page 294 Underhood Electrical Center The underhood electrical center is located toward the rear of the engine compartment Lift the hood and open the cover to gain access to this fuse block. 6-64 Feed AUX B ..the driver's side. AUX A .
Page 295 Fuse ..UPFTT-BATT Upfitter Battery Power Stud, Trailer Wiring Harness ..UPFIT-IGN Upfitter Ignition Relay ... . . Spare Not Used Fuse Puller"...
Page 296 Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamps Halogen Headlamps - Sealed Beam Halogen Headlamps - Composite Halogen Headlamps Composite Parking, Turn Signal Lamps Rear Stoplamps Sidernarker Lamps Back-up Lamps 6-66 Trade No. Quantity H6054 9006 (Low Bearnj 9005 (High Bearnj 3 157NA 2057 1156...
Page 297 Capacities and Specifications Engine Specifications ....Engine “VORTEC” 4300 V6 SFIj: ........
Page 298 Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. If the air conditioning system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If you're not sure, ask your GM dealer. Refrigerant should be added only by a qualified A/C technician.
Page 299 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest information available at the time of printing, and are subject to change. If a part listed in this manual is not the same as the part used in your vehicle when it was built, or if you have any questions, please contact your GM truck dealer.
Page 300 NOTES 6-70...
Page 301 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule IMPORTANT- KEEP ENGINE AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE A! RECOMMENDED This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. Protection Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the...
Page 302 How This Section is Organized The remainder this section is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer’s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs.
Page 303 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather.
Page 304 Maintenance Schedule Short TripKity Definition Follow the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule if any one of these conditions true for your vehicle: Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km)'. This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing.
Page 305 Maintenance Schedule Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule is true. Every 7,500 Miles (12 km): Engine Oil and Filter Char,ge (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Chassis Lubrication (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 306 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals. Footnotes The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life.
Page 307 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 3,000 Miles ( 5 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see (or every 3 months, whichever footnote occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 308 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) Change engine.oi1 and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 3 months, whiche occurs first). Check readfront axle- fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 309 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions.
Page 310 Short TripICity. Maintenance Schedule 18,000 ,M[les (30 000 km) Change engine oil Ad filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfiont axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 311 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first). An Enzission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 312 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission C m r d Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 313 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule When doing frequent trailer towing. Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. If you, do not use. your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 30,000 miles (50 000 km). Rotate tires.
Page 314 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see every 3 months, whichever footnote occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 315 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 316 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) (Continued) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 (32°C) or higher.
Page 317 Short Trip/City Maiptenance Schedule 48?000 Miles (80'000 km) Change engine-oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 318 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 319 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 320 Short Tripkits Maintenance Schedule 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) Inspect engine accessory drive belt. Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service. Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for'damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage.
Page 321 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 322 fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for ieaking. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 75,000.Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote occurs first). For Two-Wheel-Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first).
Page 323 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule When doing frequent trailer towing. Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. I f y o ~ l do not use your vehicle under these conditions, change tlzeJ7~rid nndkfilter every 30,000 miles (50 000 k w ) . Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions.
Page 324 Short Trip/C.ity Maintenance Schedule 81,000 Miles (135 000 kmj Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs- first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 3 months; whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 325 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 87,000 Miles (145 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see (or every 3 months, whichever footnote occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 326 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Cantiraued) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reachei 90 (32°C) or higher.
Page 327 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Emissiorl Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see (or every 3 months, whichever footnote occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 328 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). AFI Ernission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see (or every 3 months, whichever footnote occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 329 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles 166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 kin) at the same intervals. Footnotes The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle's useful life.
Page 330 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule .7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Ehission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 12 months, ,whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 331 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule hilly or mountainous terrain. When doing frequent trailer towing. Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery ‘service. If you do not use your vehicle under any o f these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 000 km).
Page 332 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see (or every 12 months, whichever footnote occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 333 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Check redfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 334 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule (75 000 km) (Continued) 45,000 Miles hilly or mountainous terrain. When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the- fluid and filter every 30,000 miles (50 000 km).
Page 335 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 12 n occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
Page 336 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 000 km) (Continued) 60,000 Miles (100 Inspect engine accessory drive belt. Replace fuel filter. Emissicm Control Service. Replace air cleaner filter. Emission Control Service. Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage.
Page 337 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see (or every 12 months, whichever footnote occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 338 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 339 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule In hilly or mountainous terrain. When doing frequent trailer towing. Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 340 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 100,000 Miles (1 66 000 km) Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant’’ in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck.
Page 341 Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Part D.
Page 342 At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Page 343 Starter Switch Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking Brake”...
Page 344 Steering Column Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the key to LOCK in each shift lever position. The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). The key should come out only in LOCK. Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission FARK (P) Mechanism Check When you are doing this check, your vehicle...
Page 345 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). should let your GM dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Page 346 Drive Axle Service Check readfront axle fluid level and add as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Transfer Case (All- Wheel Drive) Inspection Every 12 months or at oil change intervals, check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary. Oil the control lever pivot point and all exposed control linkage.
Page 347 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer. FLUIDLUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol of the proper viscosity.
Page 348 FLUID/LUBRICANT USAGE Chassis Chassis lubricant (GM Part Lubrication 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade GC-LB. Wheel bearing lubricant meeting Front Wheel requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Bearings Category GC or GC-LB (GM Part No. 1 OS 1344 or equivalent). Axle Lubricant (GM Part Differential, Front and Rear...
Page 349 Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY Services’‘...
Page 350 Maintenance Record ODOMETER SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED DATE READING 7-50...
Page 351 Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact GMC Truck if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. This section includes information on:...
Page 352 Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and GMC Truck. Normally, any concern you may have with your vehicle can be handled by your selling or servicing dealer. Your dealer has the facility, trained technicians, special tools and up-to-date information to promptly address any issue which may arise.
Page 353 Vehicle delivery date and present mileage Nature of concern We encourage you to call us so we can give your inquiry prompt attention. However, if you wish to write GMC Truck, write to: GMC Truck Customer Assistance 3 1 E. Judson Street 1607-04...
Page 354 Trip Rwting: Availability of customized trip routings through GMC Truck Roadside Assistance. This deluxe computerized trip routing service will provide highlighted map routing, scenic or fastest route, a listing of GMC Truck dealers along the way, and a variety of other travel related services.
Page 355 The Roadside Assistance services listed are available to retail and retail lease customers operating 1996 GMC light duty trucks for a period of 36 months or 36,000 miles. All services must be pre-arranged by GMC Truck Roadside Assistance. Over-the-phone assistance, such as providing the name of the closest dealer or minor technical advice, etc., is...
Page 356 The Commitment Plus Courtesy Transportation Program is not part of the Bumper to Bumper Limited Warranty. GMC Truck reserves the right to make any changes or discontinue the Courtesy Transportation Program at any time without notification. to a For additional program details contact your GMC Truck dealer.
Page 357 General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue its participation in this program. Both GMC Truck and your GMC Truck dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. Our experience has shown that, if a...
Page 358 BBB at any time. The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary between you and GMC Truck. If this mediation is unsuccessful, an informal hearing will be scheduled where eligible customers may present their case to an impartial third-party arbitrator.
Page 359 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 E. Judson Street 1607-04...
Page 360 Service Manuals Service manuals contain diagnostic and repair information for all chassis and body systems. They may be useful for owners who wish to get a greater understanding of their vehicle. They are also useful for owners with the appropriate skill level or training who wish.
Page 361 Section 9 Index Accessory Power Outlet Add-on Equipment ........AirBag Adding Equipment .
Page 362 ....... Brakes. Anti-Lock ........Braking .
Page 363 ....... Damage. Finish Damage. Sheet Metal ......
Page 365 ....... Instrument Panel Brightness Control ......Cleaning .
Page 366 ....Maintenance When Trailer Towing Malfunction Indicator Lamp ....... ManualFrontSeat .
Page 367 Rear Air Conditioning System Axle Heating System Outside Seat Position Safety Belt Comfort Guides SeatAudio Seatpassengers Storage Towing Window Defogger Windshield Washer Rearview Mirror Reclining Front Seatbacks Recovery Tank, Coolant Refrigerants. Air Conditioning .Regulator, Fuel Removable Rear Seats Replacement Bulbs Parts Wheel Replacing Safety Belts...
Page 368 Seatback Latches Reclining Seats ... l-6 Bench Bucket ...,... l-6 Manual Front Manual Lumbar Support Power Rear ...,.. l-5 Removable Rear Bucket Restraint Systems SeatControls ..Securing a Child Restraint Two-WayManual SecondGe ar Service Bulletins. Ordering Engine Soon Light Manuals, Ordering Parts Identification Label...
Page 369 TireLoading ....Tire-Loading Information Label Tires ......Alignment and Balance BuyingNew Chains...
Page 370 warning Devices Warning Lights. Gages and Indicators Washer Fluid. Windshield Washing Your Vehicle- Weatherstrips Wheel Alignment ' ..Nut Torque Replacement Wrench Windows Express-Down ...-... Power Swing-Out 9-10 5- 1 Windshield Washer 2-53 Fluid Fluid Level Check 6-31 6-54 Rear 6-54 Windshield Wipers...

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