Page 2 The 2003 GMC Safari Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats Rear Seats Safety Belts Child Restraints Air Bag System Restraint System Check Features and Controls ... Keys Doors and Locks Windows Theft-Deterrent Systems Starting and Operating Your Vehicle...
Page 3: Features And Controls
For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for GMC whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your vehicle, so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road. If you sell the vehicle, please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it.
Page 4 Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. These mean there is something -.rat co _____ you or other people.
Page 5 Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice will tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly.
Page 6 These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle: LATCH BOTH LAP AND CAUTION SHOULDER BELTS TO POSSIBLE PROTECT OCCUPANT INJURY DO NOT TWIST SAFETY BELT WHEN ATTACHING PROTECT EYES BY FASTEN SHIELDING SEAT BELTS \$& CAUSTIC MOVE SEAT BATTERY...
Page 7 Model Reference This manual covers these models: Cargo Van Passenger Van...
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Front Seats Manual Seats ... Power Seat ... Manual Lumbar ... Reclining Seatbacks Head Restraints Seatback Latches ... Rear Seats ... Rear Seat Operation ... Bench Seat Bucket Seats ... Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ... 1.17 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...
Page 9: Front Seats
Front Seats Manual Seats You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you don’t want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only when the vehicle is not moving.
Page 10 Power Seat If your vehicle has this feature, there will be controls located on the inboard side the driver's seat. To raise or lower the front of the seat cushion, raise or lower the lever located toward the front of the vehicle. To raise or lower the rear of the seat cushion, raise or lower the lever located toward the rear To move the entire seat backwards, forward, or up or...
Page 11 Reclining Seatbacks There is a lever located on the inside of the seat to adjust the seatback. You can adjust the seatback by lifting the lever and leaning back. Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it. Pull up on the lever, lean forward and the seatback will go to an upright position.
Page 12 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 won’t be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you.
Page 13 Seatback Latches The seatback lever is located on the right rear of your seat. To fold your non-touring bench seatback forward, pull up on the latch release lever while pulling the seatback toward the rear of the vehicle. RELEASE 1 -6 After the latch has been released, push the seatback toward the front of the vehicle until it locks into place.
Page 14: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Removing the Rear Seats To remove the rear seats, do the following: 1. If you are removing the center seat, remove the right lap-shoulder TO DETACH belt. To do this, press BELT FOR the tip of a key into SEAT REMOVAL -+-- the release hole of the...
Page 17 3. To raise the seatback, do the following: 3.1. Unlock the seatback latch by pulling up on the latch release lever at the right rear of the seat, while pushing down on the upper edge of the seatback. 3.2. Move the seatback into the upright position. Make sure the seatback is locked when it is back in the upright position.
Page 18 Bench Seat Each bench seat can carry up to three passengers. They can also be removed to increase storage space. Only the rear bench seat can be adiusted forward or rearward using the lever at the front of the seat. Move the seat adjustment lever located at the front of the seat toward the...
Page 19 If your vehicle has the optional touring package, your vehicle will have a center console. To raise or lower the center console, press the button located between the beverage holders. Sit in the center seating position only when the console is in an upright and locked position.
Page 20: Safety Belts
Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. let ,yone , , e where he L , , r ’...
Page 21 Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat on wheels. 1-14...
Page 23 The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel ... In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield 1-16...
Page 24 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. Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an...
Page 25 If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident even one that isn’t your fault your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers.
Page 26 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-34.
Page 27 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. 1-20 To move it down, push it in at the top of the arrows and move the height adjuster to the desired position. You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide.
Page 28 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is too loose. as much protection this way. You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. It won’t give nearly loose.
Page 29 What's wrong with this? The belt is buckled in the wrong place. 1-22 You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
Page 30 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 too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen, not at the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries.
Page 31 What's wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. 1-24 You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury.
Page 32 What’s wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. 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 33: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
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 it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
Page 34: Right Front Passenger Position
The best way to protect the fetus mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly. Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger’s safety Position on...
Page 35 When you sit in a center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull 1-28 To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug.
Page 36: Rear Seat Passengers
Rear Seat Passengers It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash.
Page 37 If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt is long enough, see Safety Belt Extender page 1-34.
Page 38 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. in a crash, this applies force to the pelvic bones. And you'd be less likely to slide under the lap belt. if you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 39: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For Children And Small Adults
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Your vehicle may have this feature already. If it doesn’t, you can get it from any GM dealer. This feature will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults.
Page 40 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. 2. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the The elastic cord must be under the belt and the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. guide on top.
Page 41: Safety Belt Extender
4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 7-29. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. To remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides.
Page 42: Child Restraints
Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint...
Page 43 Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. 1-36 What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt...
Page 44 Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt.
Page 45: Infants And Young Children
Infants and Young Children Except Cargo Vans Everyone in a vehicle needs Protection! This includes infants and all other children.'Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
Page 46 For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-lb. (110 kg) force on a person’s arms. A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint. Children ..ho are up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed.
Page 47 What are the different types of add-on child restraints? Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child’s weight, height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used.
Page 48 The body stru,..we of a young child is qM,.e unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on thehip bones, as it should.
Page 49 neec omplete support, including support for the head and neck. This is necessary because a newborn infant’s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body. In a crash, an infant in a rear-facing seat settles into the restraint, so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant’s body, the back and shoulders.
Page 50 People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy not possible to hold For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12-lb.
Page 51: Child Restraint Systems
Child Restraint Systems An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface. Make sure that the infant’s head rests toward the center of the vehicle.
Page 52 A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields. A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a five-point harness.
Page 53 How do child restraints work? A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built-in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add-on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’s owner.
Page 54: Where To Put The Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint Except Cargo Vans Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. General Motors, therefore, recommends that child restraints be secured in a rear seat including an infant riding in a rear-facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward-facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat.
Page 55: Top Strap
Cargo Vans The child restraint must be secured properly in the Never passenger seat. put a rear-facing child restraint in this vehicle. Here’s why: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger’s air bag inflates.
Page 56 In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored. In the United States, some child restraints also have a top strap. If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points.
Page 57: Top Strap Anchor Location
Top Strap Anchor Location If your vehicle is a cargo van, the anchoring point for a top strap is located at the rear of the seat cushion on the right front passsenger’s seat spacer bar. Anchor the top strap through the two slots. Cargo Van Models 1-50 If your vehicle is a passenger van with rear seats, it is...
Page 58 Passenger Van Bench Seat (Second row) The third row has one anchor for the passenger side outboard position only. 1-51...
Page 59: Lower Anchorages And Top Tethers For Children (Latch System)
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) If you have a passenger van it has the LATCH system. It has two sets of anchors (A) in the second row of seats. In a seven passenger van, the anchors are located in each of the bucket seats in the second row.
Page 60 With this system, use the LATCH system instead of the vehicle’s safety belts to secure a child restraint. If a LATCH-type child restraint isn’t attached to its anchorage points, the restraint won’t be able to protect the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed.
Page 61: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1. Find the anchors for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3.
Page 62 You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See Top Strap on page if the child restraint has one. Be sure to 7-48 follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say.
Page 63 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. 1-56 To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 64: Securing A Child Restraint In A Center Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position Bench Seat If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 1-52. You'll be using the lap belt. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint.
Page 65 3. Run the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-58 5.
Page 66: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 1-52. Your vehicle has a front passenger air bag. Never put a rear facing child restraint in this s A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front...
Page 67 You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See Top Strap on page 7-48, if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say.
Page 68 5. Pull the rest of the belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 69: Air Bag System
Air Bag System This part explains the air bag system. Your vehicle has air bags one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger. Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag.
Page 70 A.. dag, mflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash.
Page 71: Where Are The Air Bags
United States There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG or the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem.
Page 72 The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. If something between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear.
Page 73: When Should An Air Bag Inflate
When Should an Air Bag Inflate? An air bag is designed to inflate in a moderate to severe frontal, or near-frontal crash. The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’s designed “threshold level.” If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn’t move or deform, the threshold level is about 9 to 16 mph (14 to 26 km/h).
Page 74: What Makes An Air Bag Inflate
What Makes an Air Bag Inflate? In an impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. The sensing system triggers a re!ease of gas from the inflator, which inflates the air bag. The inflator, air bag, and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger.
Page 75: What Will You See After An Air Bag Inflates
What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates? After an air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated. Some components of the air bag module -the steering wheel hub for the driver’s air bag, or the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s bag time.
Page 76: Servicing Your Air Bag-€Quipped Vehicle
Air bags are designed to inflate only once. After they inflate, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag system. If you don’t get them, the air bag system won’t be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts.
Page 77: Adding Equipment To Your
Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle I add a push bumper or a bicycle rack to the front of my vehicle, will it keep the air bags from working properly? As long as the push bumper or bicycle rack 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 78: Restraint System Check
Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Page 79 If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts or LATCH system parts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new parts.
Page 81: Keys
Keys ,Laving cl-Ljren in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Page 82 This vehicle has one double-sided key for the ignition and door locks. It will fit with either side up. When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer provides the owner with a pair of identical keys and a bar-coded tag. The bar-coded tag has a code on dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys.
Page 83 Remote Keyless Entry System If equipped, the keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
Page 84 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation If your vehicle has this feature, you can lock and unlock your doors from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle. UNLOCK: When you press UNLOCK, the driver’s door will unlock...
Page 85 Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it’s probably time to change the battery.
Page 86: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle won't open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren't locked.
Page 87 Front Doors To open a front door from the outside, grasp the handle and pull the door open. To open a front door from the inside, pull the lever toward you and push the door open. Power Door Locks If your vehicle has power door locks, press the power door lock switch located on the door panel...
Page 88 If the sliding door is open and you press the power door lock switch, the sliding door will not lock immediately. After you close the door, the system comes on and locks the sliding door in about five seconds. When the key is in the ignition and the power door lock switch is pressed with a door open, all doors are locked while the driver’s side door remains unlocked.
Page 89 The following is a list of the available programming options: All doors lock/Only the driver’s door unlocks: Press the lock side of the power lock switch on the door panel once and then the unlock side once. All doors lock/All doors unlock: Press the lock side of the power lock switch on the door panel once, and then the unlock side twice.
Page 90 Sliding Door Security Lock Your vehicle may have this feature. A sliding door security lock helps to prevent young children or other passengers from opening the sliding door using the inside door handle. The security door lock is located near the front of the sliding door.
Page 91 Cancelling the Sliding Door Security Lock To cancel the security lock, do the following: 1 . Unlock the door and open it from the outside. Move the lever all the way down. 2-1 2 If your vehicle is faci downward on a grade (15 percent or more), the door may not stay open and could slam shut, possibly injuring someone.
Page 92 Rear Doors If you have the “Dutch Doors”, you must open the hatch first. See “Hatch Release” later in this section. Rear doors can only be opened from the outside. Open the passenger’s side rear door first. Grasp the handle and pull the door open.
Page 93 fully open the rear doors, push in on the clip and lift the check assembly up off the mounting bracket. Do this on each door. Replace the check assemblies on the mounting brackets before closing the doors. 2-1 4 It can be dangerous to drive with the rear glass open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle.
Page 94 Hatch Release You can use your key to unlock the hatch and all of the other doors from the outside. Insert the key into the hatch release button and turn counterclockwise. All of the doors will unlock. You may also use the keyless entry system described earlier.
Page 95 Windows Leaving chi1 en in a veh closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 96 Power Windows If you have power windows, the controls are located on each of the front doors. The driver’s door also has a switch for the front passenger window. Your power windows will not work unless the ignition is in RUN or ACCESSORY, or unless retained accessory power is active.
Page 97 Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is a big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Passlock@ Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock@ theft-deterrent system.
Page 98 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-in Notice: Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for the first 500 miles (805 km).
Page 99 Notice: Don’t operate accessories in the ACCESSORY position for long periods of time. Prolonged operation of accessories in the ACCESSORY position could drain your battery and prevent you from starting your vehicle. B (LOCK): This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transmission.
Page 100 Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won’t start in any other position safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Notices Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle is moving.
Page 101 Engine Coolant Heater If your vehicle has this feature, in very cold weather, 0°F (-8°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle.
Page 102 Automatic Transmission Operation There are several different positions for your shift lever. PARK (P): This position 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 shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set.
Page 103 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) 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 If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow on page 4-28.
Page 104: Instrument Panel
If you manually select SECOND (2), the transmission will drive in second gear. You may use this feature for reducing torque to the rear wheels when you are trying to start your vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces. FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2).
Page 105 All-Wheel Drive If your vehicle has all-wheel drive, your engine’s driving power is sent to all four wheels for extra traction when needed. This is like four-wheel drive, but there is no separate lever or switch to engage or disengage the front axle. It is fully automatic, and adjusts itself as needed for road conditions.
Page 106 Shifting Into Park (P) It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 107 Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. Move the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P). 2-28 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine R...
Page 108 Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).
Page 109 Parking Over Things That Burn --ea?.= ---- Things that can burn could touch hot e parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don't park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. 2-30 Engine Exh--t Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can't see or smell.
Page 110 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle.
Page 111: Mirrors
Mi rrors Manual Rearview Mirror You can adjust the mirror for day or night driving. Press the tab forward (away from you) for day driving. Pull the tab back (toward you) for night driving. Outside Manual Mirrors Adjust your outside rearview mirrors so you can see a little of the side of your vehicle and the area beside and behind your vehicle, from a comfortable driving position.
Page 112 To adjust the outside rearview mirror, move switch in the middle of the control to L for the driver’s side mirror or to R for the passenger’s side mirror. Your Then use the arrows located on the four-way control pad to move the mirror in the desired direction.
Page 113: Homelink@ Transmitter
HomeLink@ Transmitter HomeLink,@ a combined universal transmitter and receiver, provides a way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters used to activate devices such as gate operators, garage door openers, entry door locks, security systems and home lighting. Additional HomeLink,@ information can be found on the internet at www.homelink.com or by calling 1-800-355-3515.
Page 114 Programming the HomeLink Transmitter Do not use the HomeLink@ Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the “stop and reverse” feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. Keep the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future HomeLink@ programming.
Page 115 5. Press and hold the newly-trained HomeLink@ button and observe the indicator light. If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming is complete and your device should activate when the HomeLink@ button is pressed and released. To program the remaining two HomeLink@ buttons, begin with Step 2 under “Programming HomeLink@.”...
Page 116 Continue to press and hold the HomeLinP button while you press and release every two seconds (cycle) your hand-held transmitter until the frequency signal has been successfully accepted by HomeLink@. The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly. Proceed with Step 4 under “Programming HomeLink@’...
Page 117: Storage Areas
Storage Areas Your front storage compartment/glove box is at the center the engine cover. To open the compartment. press the two tabs together and pull. 2-38 If you have rear storage compartments, pull up on the lid to open the cover.
Page 118 There is also a mapktorage pocket on the passenger’s side of the engine cover console. Overhead Console Your vehicle may have this feature. The overhead console includes reading lamps, a Compartment for a garage door opener, a trip computer, a temperature and compass display, and a storage compartment for sunglasses.
Page 119 Reading Lamps Your vehicle may have this feature. Press the button near each lamp to turn the reading lamps on and off. The lamps can also be swiveled to point in the direction you want. 2-40 Installing a Garage Door Opener If you have a garage door opener, the front overhead compartment can be used to conveniently store the opener.
Page 120 4. Center the garage door opener activation button over the console door button and press the opener firmly into place. The pegs inside the compartment door are used to make sure the button on the compartment door will contact the control button on the garage door opener.
Page 121 Driver Information System Your vehicle may have this feature. This system displays the outside air temperature, compass direction and trip information in the overhead console. US/MET (United StatedMetric): The US/MET button allows you to switch the display between the English and metric system.
Page 122 If this happens, follow these instructions to set the variance for your particular location: 1. Find your location on the zone map. Record your zone number. 2. Press and hold both the US/MET and the MODE buttons while in the COMPITEMP mode. 3.
Page 123 Sunglasses Storage Compartment The overhead console has a sunglasses storage compartment. 2-44 Luggage Carrier If you have a luggage carrier, you can load things on top of your vehicle. The luggage carrier has side rails and crossrails attached to the roof to secure cargo. Be sure the cargo is properly loaded.
Page 124 Notice: Loading cargo that weighs more than 200 Ibs. (91 on the luggage carrier may damage your vehicle. When you carry large things, never let them hang over the rear or the sides of your vehicle. Load your cargo so that slats and does not scratch or damage the vehicle.
Page 126: Instrument Panel Overview
Section 3 Instrument Panel Overview ... Hazard Warning Flashers ... Other Warning Devices ... Horn ... Tilt Wheel ... 3-5 Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever ... Exterior Lamps ... Interior Lamps Accessory Power Outlets ... Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Climate Controls ... 3-18 Climate Control System ...
Page 128 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Exterior Lamp Control B. Instrument Panel Brightness Thumbwheel C. Multifunction Lever D. Hazard Warning Flasher Button E. Transmission Shift Lever F. Ignition Switch G. Rear Defogger Button (Option) H. Climate Controls I.
Page 129: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. The hazard warning flasher button is located on top of the steering column.
Page 130: Other Warning Devices
Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles, you can use them to warn others. Set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (I00 m) behind your vehicle. Horn Press the horn symbol in the middle of the steering wheel to sound the horn.
Page 131: Turn Signavmultifunction Lever
Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever The lever on the driver's side of the steering column includes the following: Turn and Lane Change Signals Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Flash-to-Pass Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cruise Control (Option) For information on the exterior lamps, see Exterior Lamps on page 3-12.
Page 132 If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check for burned-out bulbs and a blown fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-93. If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for the trailer lamps, a different turn signal flasher is used.
Page 133 Windshield Wipers To operate the windshield wipers turn the band, located lever, MIST: Turn the band to MIST for a single wiping cycle. Hold it there until the windshield wipers start, then let it go. The wipers will stop after one wipe. If you want more wipes, hold the band on mist longer.
Page 134 Rear Window Washerwiper Your vehicle may have this feature. The rear window washedwiper is controlled by using the switch located on the instrument panel, next to the audio system. To turn the wiper on, slide the switch all the way up to ON.
Page 135 Cruise Control Your vehicle may have this feature. With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h).
Page 136 Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the cruise control switch from ON to R/A...
Page 137: Exterior Lamps
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier. Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills.
Page 138 The exterior lamp control has three positions: (Off): Turning the control to this position turns off all lamps except the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). (Parking Lamps): Turning the control to this position turns on the parking lamps, together with the following: Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps...
Page 139 To idle your vehicle with the automatic headlamp system off, set the parking brake while the ignition is off. Then start your vehicle. The automatic headlamp system will stay off until you release the parking brake. You may be able to turn off your automatic headlamp system.
Page 140: Interior Lamps
When it begins to get dark, the automatic headlamp system will switch from DRL to the headlamps or the last chosen headlamp setting that was used. To idle your vehicle with the DRL off, put the transmission in PARK (P). The DRL will stay off until you shift out of PARK (P).
Page 141: Accessory Power Outlets
Dome Lamps The dome lamps will come on when you open a door, except with the liftgate glass (if equipped). You can also turn the dome lamps on by turning the thumbwheel, located next to the exterior lamp control, all the way up. In this position, the dome lamps will remain on whether a door is opened or closed.
Page 142: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Your vehicle may have a cigarette lighter which is located on the left side of the engine cover console. To use the lighter, press it in all the way and let go. When it’s done heating, it will pop back out by itself. Notice: Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating.
Page 143: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. Turn the right knob clockwise or counterclockwise to direct the airflow inside of your vehicle. To change the current mode, select one of the following: (Bi-Level): This mode directs approximately half of the air to the instrument panel outlets and directs most of the remaining air to the floor outlets.
Page 144: Rear Heating System
Defogging and Defrosting (Blend): With this setting, the outside air comes out of both the floor and defroster outlets. Adjust the temperature knob for warmer or cooler air. The air conditioning compressor may operate in this setting to dehumidfy ihe air. (Defrost): This setting operates the defroster.
Page 145: Rear Air Conditioning System
Rear Air Conditioning System Your vehicle may have an optional rear air-conditioning system that allows you to adjust the fan speed in the rear-seating area, from the front-seating area. This feature works with the main climate-control system in your vehicle. The thumbwheel for this system is located to the right of the rear-heating system.
Page 146: Rear Climate Control System
Be sure to keep the area under the front seats clear of any objects so that the air inside of your vehicle can circulate effectively. For information on how to use the main climate-control system. For information on ventilation, see “Outlet Adjustment”...
Page 147 Outlet Adjustment Move the thumbwheel in the center of the outlets up or down to change the direction of airflow. 3-22 Operation Tips 1. Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the flow of air into your vehicle.
Page 148: Warning Lights, Gages And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement.
Page 149: Instrument Panel Cluster
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 you’ve used, and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically.
Page 150: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). Your odometer is tamper resistant.
Page 151: Safety Belt Reminder Light
Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, a tone will come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety belt is already buckled. The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds, then it will flash for...
Page 152: Charging System Light
If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving, your air bag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away. the a Dag read.-.ss _ _ stays on ai - - ~ - start your vehicle, it means the air bag system may not be working properly.
Page 153: Voltmeter Gage
Voltmeter Gage When your engine is not running, but the ignition is on (in the RUN position), the gage shows your battery’s state of charge in DC volts. When the engine is running, the gage shows the condition of the charging system. Readings between the low and high warning zones indicate the normal operating range.
Page 154: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN. BRAKE If it doesn’t come on then, have be ready to warn you if there’s a problem. If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully.
Page 155: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves to the red area, your engine is too hot! 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 156 This system is called OBD II (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. The SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light comes on and a chime will sound to indicate that there is a problem and service is required.
Page 157 If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: Reducing vehicle speed. Avoiding hard accelerations. Avoiding steep uphill grades. If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible. If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady”...
Page 158 If you experience one or more of these conditions, change the fuel brand you use. it will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. If none of the above steps have made the light turn off, have your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle.
Page 159: Oil Pressure Gage
Oil Pressure Gage The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running. Canadian vehicles indicate pressure in kPa (kilopascals). Oil pressure may vary with engine speed, outside temperature and oil viscosity, but readings above the low pressure zone indicate the normal operating range.
Page 160: Security Light
Security Light This light will come on briefly when you turn the The light will stay on until the engine starts. If the light flashes, the Passlock@ System has entered a tamper mode. If the vehicle fails to start, see Passlock@ page 2- 18.
Page 161: Tow/Haul Mode Light
Tow/HauI Mode Light This light should come on when the tow/haul mode has been selected. HAUL For more information, see “Tow/Haul Mode” in Towing Trailer page 4-3 7. Check Gages Warning Light The CHECK GAGES light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine.
Page 162: Low Fuel Warning Light
Here are things some owners ask indicate a problem with your fuel gage: At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full. The fuel tank will take either a little more or a little less fuel to fill up than the gage shows. The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up.
Page 163: Audio System(S)
Audio System(s) Notice: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, Delphi Electronics radio or other systems, and even damage them.
Page 164: Am-Fm Radio
AM-FM Radio Playing the Radio Power: Turn the VOLUME knob to turn the system on and off. VOLUME: Turn this knob to increase or to decrease volume. RECALL: Press this knob to switch the display between time and radio station frequency. Time display is available with the ignition turned off.
Page 165 4. Press SET. SET will appear on the display. 5. Press one of the four pushbuttons within five seconds. Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton, the station you set will return. 6. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton. In addition to the four stations already set, up to three more stations may be preset on each band by pressing two adjoining pushbuttons at the same time and by performing the following steps:...
Page 166: Radio With Cd
Radio with Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. VOL (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or to decrease volume. The knob is capable of rotating continuously. SCV (Speed-Compensated Volume): With SCV, your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive.
Page 167 SEEK Press the right or the left arrow to seek to the next station or to the previous station and stay there. To scan stations, press and hold either SEEK arrow for two seconds until SCAN appears on the display. The radio will scan to a station, play for a few seconds, then go on the next station.
Page 168 Setting the Tone (Bassnreble) BASS: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to increase or to decrease bass. TREB (Treble): Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the knob to increase or to decrease treble. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble.
Page 169 I PREV (Previous): Press this pushbutton to search for the previous track. If you hold this pushbutton or press it more than once, the disc will advance further. Sound is muted in this mode. RDM (Random): Press this pushbutton to play the tracks on the disc in random, rather than sequential, order.
Page 170 AM FM: Press this button to listen to the radio when playing a CD. The CD symbol will still display but the letters CD will be replaced with either AM, FM1 or FM2. If the radio is turned off, the disc will stay in the player and will resume playing at the point where it stopped.
Page 171: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to any of the music sources: radio, and CDs. However, the rear seat passengers can only control the music sources that the front seat passengers are not listening to. For example, rear seat passengers may listen to a CD through headphones while the driver listens to the radio through the front speakers.
Page 172: Theft-Deterrent Feature
While listening to a CD, press the up arrow to hear the next track on the CD. Press the down arrow to go back to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played. The SEEK button is inactive if the CD mode on the front radio is in use.
Page 173 Activating the Theft-Deterrent Feature The instructions which follow explain how to enter your secret code to activate the THEFTLOCK@ system. Read through all nine steps before starting the procedure. 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 174 Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: 1. Turn the ignition on. LOC will appear on the display. 2. Press MN and 000 will appear on the display. 3.
Page 175: Understanding Radio Reception
Understanding Radio Reception The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines. Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it.
Page 176: Driving Your Vehicle
Section 4 four Driving. the Road. Your Vehicle ... 4-2 Defensive Driving ... Drunken Driving ... 4-3 Control of a Vehicle ... Braking Steering ... Off-Road Recovery ... Passing Loss of Control ... Driving at Night ... Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads City Driving ...
Page 177: Defensive Driving
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 1 - 13. Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.”...
Page 178: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision...
Page 179 According to the American Medical Association, a 180 Ib (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three ounce (120 ml) glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1-1/2 ounces...
Page 180 But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night. All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0.05 percent.
Page 181: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide.
Page 182 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 183 Let’s say the road is wet and you’re driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here’s what happens with ABS: The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions.
Page 184 Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.
Page 185: Steering
Suppose you’re steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control systems and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road. Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places. You can lose control. What should you do if this ever happens? Ease up on the accelerator pedal, steer the vehicle the way you want it to go, and slow down.
Page 186: Off-Road Recovery
An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand. But you have to act fast, steer quickly, and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object.
Page 187: Passing
Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-lane highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds.
Page 188: Loss Of Control
Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane.
Page 189: Driving At Night
If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go. If you start steering quickly enough, your vehicle may straighten out. Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs. Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel or other material is on the road.
Page 190 Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively. Don’t drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles.
Page 191: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction.
Page 192 Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can’t, try to slow down before you hit them. Wet brakes can cause accidents.
Page 193 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. Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often.
Page 194: City Driving
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 195: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at same speed most of the other drivers are driving.
Page 196: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply. The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to your sense of motion. After driving for any distance at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are.
Page 197: Hill And Mountain Roads
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 198 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 199: Winter Driving
Winter Driving , ” Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle. 4-24 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 ’...
Page 200 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 it may offer the least traction of all. You can get wet ice when it’s about freezing (32°F;...
Page 201 If You’re Caught in a Blizzard 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 hike 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 202 Snow can trap exhaus, yases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You can’t see it or smell so you might not know vehicle. Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe.
Page 203: If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will need to spin the wheels, but you don’t want to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution.
Page 204: Towing
Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-6. If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind a motorhome), see “Recreational Vehicle Towing”...
Page 205 The Certificationrrire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles, you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle. Your dealer can help you with this.
Page 206: Towing A Trailer
Payload The Payload Capacity is shown on the Certification/Tire 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 207 If yours was built with trailering options, as many are, it’s ready for heavier trailers. But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes in handling, durability and fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering takes correct equipment, and it has to be used properly.
Page 208 Tow/Haul Mode The tow/haul mode is a feature that assists when pulling a heavy trailer. The purpose of the tow/haul mode is: to reduce the frequency of shifts when pulling a heavy trailer. to provide the same shift feel when pulling a heavy trailer as when the vehicle is unloaded.
Page 209 The following chart shows how much your trailer can weigh, based upon your vehicle model and options. Two-Wheel Drive (Passenger) All-Wheel Drive (Cargo) All-Wheel Drive (Passenger) Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming the driver and one passenger are in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment.
Page 210 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle.
Page 211 Hitches It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: If you’ll be pulling a trailer that, when loaded, will weigh more than 2,000 Ibs.
Page 212 Driving with a Trailer If you have a rea. ..lost window open and you pull a trailer with your vehicle, carbon monoxide (CO) could come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness or death. See “Engine Exhaust”...
Page 213 Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer.
Page 214 Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift down, you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. You can tow in DRIVE (D).
Page 215 When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: start your engine, shift into a gear, and release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3.
Page 216 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’s 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.
Page 217 NOTES & 4-42...
Page 218: Service And Appearance Care
Section 5 Service Doing Your Own Service Work ... Adding Equipment to the Outside Your Vehicle ... Fuel ... 5-5 Gasoline Octane Gasoline Specifications California Fuel Additives Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood ... Hood Release Engine Compartment Overview Engine Oil ...
Page 219 Section 5 Appearance Care ... Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ... 5-83 Care of Safety Belts ... Weatherstrips ... 5-86 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle ... 5-86 Sheet Metal Damage Finish Damage Underbody Maintenance ... Chemical Paint Spotting ... GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Vehicle Identification ...
Page 220: Service
Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer all your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own sewice work, you’ll...
Page 221 You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform. See Part E: Maintenance Record on page 6-34. You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper replacement parts...
Page 222: Fuel
Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle. Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher. If the octane is less than 87, you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive.
Page 223: California Fuel
California Fuel If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards, your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance may be affected.
Page 224: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT); ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT. General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines. Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected.
Page 225 Fi1P-g Your T r k Fuel vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don't smoke if you're near fuel or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from fuel. F " . The tethered fuel cap is behind a hinged door on the driver's side of your vehicle.
Page 226 While refueling, let the fuel cap hang by the tether below the fuel fill opening. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). The fuel cap has a spring in it; if you let go of the cap too soon, it will spring back to the right.
Page 227: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed.
Page 228: Checking Things Under The Hood
Checking Things Under Hood Release the Hood Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or rubber. You or others could be burned.
Page 229 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the 3. Lift the hood, release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in secondary hood release. the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly.
Page 231: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood, this is what you will see: 5-1 4...
Page 232: Engine Oil
A. Windshield Washer Fluid 6. Engine Coolant C. Engine Oil Dipstick D. Transmission Dipstick E. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter F. Engine Oil Fill G. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir H. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir I. Battery Engine Oil It is important to keep engine oil at the proper level. Checking Engine It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you...
Page 233 When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Specifications on page 5-99.
Page 234 What Kind of Engine 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). any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol. If you choose to perform the engine oil change service yourself, be sure...
Page 235 As in the chart shown previously, SAE 5W-30 is the only viscosity grade recommended for your vehicle. You should look for and use only oils which have the API Starburst symbol and which are also identified as SAE 5W-30. If you cannot find such SAE 5W-30 oils, you can use an SAE 1OW-30 oil which has the API Starburst symbol, if it's going to be 0°F (-1 8°C) or above.
Page 236 Driving under these conditions causes engine oil to break down sooner. If any one of these is true for your vehicle, then you need to change your oil and filter every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months occurs first. If none of them is true, use the long trip/highway maintenance schedule.
Page 237: Engine Cover
Engine Cover Removing the Engine Cover 1. Move both front seats as far back as they will go. 5-20 2. Remove the instrument panel extension by removing the two nuts that secure it in place. The nuts are located at the bottom of the extension on the driver’s and passenger’s side corners.
Page 239 5. Grasp the top of the heater duct and pull down gently to remove it. 5-22 6. Loosen the two bolts on the engine cover. The bolts are not supposed to come out of the cover, only from the front of the dash. When removing the cover, be careful not to damage the instrument panel or the trim.
Page 240 8. Grasp the bottom of the cover and slide it rearward. Then, lift it up and out of the vehicle. If the seal does not release, use the pull strap on the driver's side above the rear mount. Reinstalling the Engine Cover Lift the engine cover into the front of the vehicle and slide it all the way forward.
Page 241: Engine Air Cleanedfilter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the engine air cleanedfilter and the crankcase ventilation filter. See Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6-4. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-14 for more information on location. L‘...
Page 242: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Cheek and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Change both the fluid and filter every 15,000 miles (25 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.
Page 243 Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50°F (10°C). If it's colder than 50°F (IOOC), drive the vehicle in THIRD (3) until the engine temperature gage moves and then remains steady for 10 minutes. A cold fluid check can be made after the vehicle has been sitting for eight hours or more with the engine but this is used only as a reference.
Page 244 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be in the COLD area, below the cross-hatched area, for a cold check or in the HOT area or cross-hatched area for a hot check. 4.
Page 245: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL@ engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add only DEX-COOL@ extended life coolant. The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low.
Page 246 Notice: If you use an improper coolant mixture, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts.
Page 247: Radiator Pressure Cap
Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank, but be careful not to spill You can be burned if you spi.. Goolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. Occasionally check the coolant level in the radiator.
Page 248: Engine Overheating
Engine Overheating You will find an engine coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3-30; Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from Just turn it off and get...
Page 249 If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine 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 250: Cooling System
Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: A. Coolant Recovery Tank B. Radiator Pressure Cap C. Engine Cooling Fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down. The vehicle should be parked on a level surface.
Page 251 If there seems to be no leak, start the The engine cooling fan speed should increase when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down. If it doesn’t, your vehicle needs service. Turn off the engine. Notice: Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn’t covered by your warranty.
Page 252 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 mixture. 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 253 If the overheat warning continues, there's one more thing you can try. can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it. Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly.
Page 254 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. 1. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops. (Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop.
Page 255 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the ADD mark. 3. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, neck. See Engine Coolant on page 5-28 for more but leave the pressure cap off.
Page 256: Engine Fan Noise
6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan. 7. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck.
Page 257: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem.
Page 258: Windshield Washer Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the fall temperature may below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing.
Page 259: Brakes
Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-74 for the location of the reservoir. 5-42 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 260 If you have too much brake fluid, the engine. The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough. You or others could be burned, and your vehicle could be damaged. Add brake fluid only when work done on the brake hydraulic system.
Page 261 What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. See Part D: Recommended Fluids page 6-32. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it.
Page 262 Brake Wear Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly).
Page 263: Battery
Replacing Brake System Parts Te braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality GM brake parts. When you replace parts of your braking system -for example, when your brake linings wear down and you need new ones put in...
Page 264: Jump Starting
Vehicle Storage If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative (-) cable from the battery. This will help keep your battery from running down. Batteries have acid that can __ - _ that can explode.
Page 265 I. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. Notice: If the other system isn’t a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other.
Page 266 Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock.
Page 267 Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote negative (-) terminal if the vehicle has one. Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative (-) cable does not go to the dead battery.
Page 268 Jumper Cable Removal A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part B. Good Battery C. Dead Battery To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative (-) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery. 2.
Page 269: All-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive Lubricant checks in this section also apply to these vehicles. However, there are two additional systems that need lubrication. Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant. See Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6-30.
Page 270: Rear Axle
Rear Axle When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant. See Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6-4. How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface.
Page 271: Front Axle
Front 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 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6-4. How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface.
Page 272: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. For the type of bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-6 Halogen Bulbs Halogen bulb, - - - - e pressuriz,, can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured.
Page 274 3. Completely remove the sidemarker/turn signal lamp by pulling out the assembly and disconnecting the sidemarkerhrn signal lamp sockets from the lamp. 4. Remove the screw located behind the corner reflector to remove the entire corner reflector. 5-57...
Page 275 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. 5-58 7. Turn the halogen bulb counterclockwise to remove it from the assembly. 8.
Page 276: Front Turn Signal Lamps
Front Turn Signal Lamps 1. Remove the two screws at the inside edge of the parkinghrn signal lamp assembly. 2. Remove the lamp assembly. 3. Squeeze the tab on the side of the lamp socket while turning the socket counterclockwise. 4.
Page 277: Taillamps
Taillamps 1. Open the rear door. 2. Remove the two screws from behind the door. 3. Pull out the taillamp assembly so you can see the socket. 5-60...
Page 278: Replacement Bulbs
4. Press the tab and turn the socket counterclockwise to remove the socket from the bezel. If the socket does not have a tab, turn the socket counterclockwise to remove the socket from the bezel. Remove the old bulb from the socket and replace it with a new one.
Page 279: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear and cracking. See 'Wiper Blade Check" in At Least Twice a Year on page 6-26 for more information. 5-62 To replace your windshield wiper blade inserts, do the following: 1.
Page 280: Tires
Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your GMC Warranty booklet for details. Poorly mail -.-ined anc ..nproperly used tires are dangerous.
Page 281: Inflation - Tire Pressure
Inflation Tire Pressure The Certification/Tire 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 282 Make sure the spare tire is stored securely. Push, pull, and then try to rotate or turn the tire. If it moves, use the ratchevwheel wrench to tighten the cable. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5-71. The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle.
Page 283: When It Is Time For New Tires
When It Is 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. Some commercial truck tires may not have treadwear indicators.
Page 284: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
l ! ..,.i n S -.res c c A cause yo, .o 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 285 Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1.5) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
Page 286: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance. Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other, the alignment may need to be reset.
Page 287: Tire Chains
Used Repla-m-it Wheels Jtting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or how far it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. If you have wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel. Tire Chains Notice: Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must.
Page 288: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people.
Page 289 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The jacking equipment you’ll need is stored by your vehicle’s rear doors, along the passenger’s side wall. 1. Remove the jack cover by pulling it away from the side wall and down to release the tabs securing the top of the cover.
Page 290 The ratchet has an UP side. It also has a DOWN side. Your compact spare tire is stored underneath the rear of your vehicle. You will use the ratchet and extension to lower the compact spare tire. 5-73...
Page 291 4. Attach the ratchet to the extension, with the DOWN side facing you. The extension has a socket end and a flat chisel end. 5. Put the flat end of the extension on an angle through the hole in the rear door frame, above the bumper. Be sure the flat end connects into the hoist shaft.
Page 292 The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A), wheel blocks (B), extension (C) and ratchet (D). Removing the Wheel Covers You will have to take off the hub caps to reach the wheel nuts. To remove the hub cap from the aluminum wheel, fit the flat end of the extension into the notch.
Page 293 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing 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 compact spare tire near the flat tire. Getting under a vehicle wh-.. it i- ,acked up is dangerous.
Page 294 4. Attach the ratchet to the extension with the UP side facing you. 5. Turn the ratchet clockwise. That will raise the jack lift head a little. 6. Position the jack under the vehicle. Front Position A. Front Jack Location B.
Page 295 A. Rear Jack Location B. Jack C. Ratchet and Extension 5-78 7. Raise the vehicle by turning the ratchet clockwise. Make sure the UP mark faces you. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there room for the compact spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well.
Page 296 9. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Rust or dirt on the wheel, on the which is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
Page 297 12. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. Turn the ratchet clockwise with the UP mark facing you. Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident.
Page 298 Storing a Flat or SI re Tire and Tools Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. 1.
Page 299: Compact Spare Tire
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 kPa). 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 300: Appearance Care
Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flames if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space.
Page 301 Here are some cleaning tips: Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. Clean up stains as soon as you can they set. Carefully scrape off any excess stain. Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often.
Page 302 Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do this more than once. Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth and vinyl/leather cleaner.
Page 303: Care Of Safety Belts
Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean - d d Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water.
Page 304 Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. See GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-89. If your vehicle has a “basecoaVclearcoat” paint finish. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat.
Page 305: Sheet Metal Damage
Aluminum Wheels Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle.
Page 306: Underbody Maintenance
Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection.
Page 307 GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials (cont’d) Description ~~~~ Removes dirt and grime Chrome and Wire from chrome wheels and Wheel Cleaner wire wheel covers. Removes dust, fingerprints, and surface Finish Enhancer contaminants, Spray on wipe off. Removes swirl marks, fine scratches and Swirl Remover Polish other light surface contamination.
Page 308: Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 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. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle.
Page 309: Electrical System
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 310: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
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 311 Fuse/Circuit Usage Breaker Stop/Turn/Hazard Lamps, Center High Mounted Stop Lamp, Anti-Lock Brakes Radio Accy, Rear Seat Audio Controls 5-94 Fuse/Circuit Usage Breaker Courtesy Lamps, Glove Box Lamp, Dome Reading Lamps, Vanity Mirror Lamps, Courtesy Lamps Daytime Running Lamps Relay, Instrument Panel Cluster Rear Defogger Cruise Module, Truck Body Control Module, Instrument Panel Cluster,...
Page 312 FuseKircuit Usage Breaker Air Bag System Not Used L, M1, M2 Blower Motor, Rear Air Conditioning Relay Coil, Front Cont. Temp. Door Motor, HI Blower Relay, Defogger Timer Coil Cigarette Lighter, Door Lock Switches, Dutch Door Release Module Cluster Illum, Climate Controls, Chime Module, Radio Illumination, Rear Heat Switch Illumination, Rear WiperWasher Switch Illumination,...
Page 313 Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block is located toward the rear of the engine compartment on the driver's side of the vehicle. Lift the hood and open the cover to gain access to this fuse block. A fuse puller is included in the underhood fuse block. You will also find spare fuses.
Page 314 Relays Usage A/C Relay Rear/Heat and Air Conditionina (Rear Heat and A/C) Upfitter-ACCY Upfitter Accessory Relay Starter Enable Starter Relay A/C Enable Air Conditioning Relay Headlamps Headlamps Relay Fuel Pump Fuel Pump Relay Fuse/Circuit Usage Breaker UPFITTER- Upfitter Battery Power Stud, BATT Trailer Wiring Harness UPFITTER-...
Page 315 Fuse/Circuit Usage Breaker DIODE-1 Conditioning Blank Not Used Blank Not Used Blank Not Used LIGHTING Courtesy Fuse, Power Mirrors Fuse, Truck Body Control Battery Fuse BATT Power Accessory Circuit Breaker, Stop/Hazard Fuse, Auxiliary Power Fuse, Cigarette Lighter Fuse, Radio Battery Fuse 5-98 Fuse/Circuit Breaker...
Page 316: Capacities And Specifications
Capacities and Specifications Please refer to Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-32 for more information. See refrigerant charge label under the hood for charge capacity information and requirements. Engine “Vortec” 4300 V6 MFI* *Micro Fuel InjectionTire Pressures Engine Specifications Transmission Spark Plug Gap...
Page 317 Application Differential Fluid Front Axle Rear Axle Refrigerant Type 134a Front Front and Rear All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the appropriate level, as recommended in this manual. recheck the fluid level after filling. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-32 for more information.
Page 318: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest information available at the time of printing, and are subject to change. If a part listed in this manual is not the same as the part used in your vehicle when it was built, or if you have any questions, please contact your GM truck dealer.
Page 320 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Introduction ... Your Vehicle and the Environment ... 6-2 Maintenance Requirements How This Section is Organized ... Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ... 6. 4 Using Your Maintenance Schedule Selecting the Right Schedule Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance Part B: Owner Checks and Services At Each Fuel Fill ...
Page 321: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule Introduction IMPORTANT. KEEP ENGINE AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE RECOMMEND€" Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details. Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment.
Page 322: How This Section Is Organized
How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explains 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 323: Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services In this part are scheduled maintenance services which are to be performed at the mileage intervals specified Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you to keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it.
Page 324: Selecting The Right Schedule
Selecting the Right Schedule First you’ll need to decide which of the two schedules is right for your vehicle. Here’s how to decide which schedule to follow: Short Trip/City Definition Follow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: Most trips are less than 5 miles (8 km).
Page 325 Long Trip/Highway Definition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance are true. Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads. Use the Short Trip/City schedule for these conditions.
Page 326 Short TriplCity Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km) for the life of this vehicle.
Page 327 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 328 21,000 Miles 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 329 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher. In hilly or mountainous terrain. When doing frequent trailer towing. Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
Page 330 Miles (70 000 km) 42,000 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Q Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 331 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 332 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 333 63,000 Miles 000 km) (105 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 334 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) For Two-Wheel-Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first).
Page 335 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 336 Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote Replace engine air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional +. I information. (See footnote 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 337: Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance
100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. If you haven’t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and, therefore, haven’t changed your automatic transmission fluid, change both the fluid and filter.
Page 338 Miles (1 2 500 km) 7,500 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #). U Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 339 22,500 Miles 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 340 37,500 Miles (62 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. LI Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 341 Miles (87 500 km) 52,500 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote 4’). 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 342 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #)- Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 343 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 (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #). 0 Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 344 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 345: Part B: Owner Checks And Services
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Part D.
Page 346: At Least Once A Year
Wiper Blade Check Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield. Also see Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle on page 5-86. Spare Tire Check At least twice a year, after the monthly inflation check of the spare tire determines that the spare is inflated to the correct tire inflation pressure, make sure that the...
Page 347 Starter Switch Check When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2.
Page 348 Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. The key should turn LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). The key should come out only in LOCK. Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission Park (P) Mechanism Check...
Page 349: Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should /et your dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs.
Page 350: Throttle System Inspection
Throttle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Transfer Case and Front Axle (Ail-Wheel Drive) Inspection Every 12 months, or at engine oil change intervals, check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant...
Page 351: Part D: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol of the proper viscosity. To determine Engine Oil the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see Engine Oil...
Page 352 Usage Fluid/bubricant SAE 80W-90 Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 1052271. Front Axle in Canada 10950849, or equivalent). SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. Rear Axle 12378261 in Canada 10953455) or equivalent meeting GM Specification 99861 15. AUTO-TRAK II Fluid Transfer Case (GM Part No.
Page 353: Part E: Maintenance Record
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. 6-34 Maintenance Record...
Page 354 Maintenance Record (cont’d) 6-35...
Page 355 Maintenance Record (cont’d) 6-36...
Page 356: Customer Assistance Information
Section 7 Customer Assistance Information ... Customer Satisfaction Procedure Online Owner Center ... Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users Customer Assistance Offices ... GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities ... Roadside Assistance Program Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation 7.
Page 357: Customer Assistance Information
Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to GMC. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
Page 358 STEP THREE: Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, you should file with the GM/BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have.
Page 359: Online Owner Center
Telephone (TTY) Users To assist Customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use the Text Telephones (TTYs), GMC has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with GMC by dialing: 1 -800-GMC-8583 (462-8583).
Page 360: Gm Mobility Program For Persons With Disabilities
Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 All Overseas Locations Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islanddcountries (Except Puerto Rico and U S .
Page 361: Roadside Assistance Program
Maps include points of interest and a list of GMC dealers along the route. Also included is a list of hotels along the route that are discounted through affiliation with “Quest International.”...
Page 362 Center or Contact your dealer. Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. GMC reserves the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at anytime without notification.
Page 363: Courtesy Transportation
Courtesy Transportation GMC has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to...
Page 364 Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait, GMC helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances, your dealer can offer you one of the following:...
Page 365: Reporting Safety Defects To The United States Government
Additional Program lnformation Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance lnformation furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information. Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer.
Page 366: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you'll notify us. Please call us at 1 -800-GMC-8782 (1 -800-462-8782), or write: Pontiac-GMC Customer Assistance Center P.O.
Page 367 Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle. In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your General Motors dealer or by calling 1-800-GM-DRIVE (1 -800-463-7483).
Page 368 Accessory Power Outlets Activating the Theft-Deterrent Feature ... 3-48 Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle ... 1-70 Adding Washer Fluid ... Additional Program Information ... Additives, Fuel ... Add-on Electrical Equipment ... Add-on Equipment ... Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) ... 3-40, 3-43 Air Bag Readiness Light ...
Page 369 Automatic Headlamp System ... Automatic Transmission Fluid ... Operation ... Automatic Transmission Check ... Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check ... Backing Up ... Battery ... Battery Replacement ... Battery Run-Down Protection ... Before Leaving on a Long Trip ... Bench Seat ...
Page 370 Checking Brake Fluid ... Checking Coolant ... Checking Engine Oil ... Checking Things Under the Hood ... Checking Your Restraint Systems Chemical Paint Spotting Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems Infants and Young Children Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Older Children ...
Page 371 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Defensive Driving Defogging and Defrosting ... Directing the Airflow Disabling the Theft-Deterrent Feature ... 3-49 Doing Your Own Service Work ... Dome Lamps ... Door Front Doors ... Locks ... Power Door Locks ... Programmable Automatic Door Locks Rear Doors ...
Page 372 Engine Coolant Level Check Engine Oil Additives ... 6-26 Engine Oil Level Check Entry Lighting ... Erasing HomeLink@ Buttons ... Except Cargo Vans ... 1-38, 1-47 Exit Lighting Express-Down Window ... Extender, Safety Belt ... Exterior Lamps FabricKarpet Filter Engine Air Cleaner Finding a Station Finish Care Finish Damage...
Page 373 Gasoline Octane ... 5-5 Specifications Gate Operator and Canadian Programming Glass Surfaces GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities Hatch Release Hazard Warning Flashers Head Restraints Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ... Headlamp Wiring ... Headlamps ... Bulb Replacement Front Turn Signal Lamps Halogen Bulbs Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads ...
Page 374 Inspection (cont.) Exhaust System Fuel System Part C Periodic Maintenance ... Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Throttle System Installing a Garage Door Opener ... Instrument Panel Cluster Overview ... 3-2 Instrument Panel Brightness Control ... 3-1 5 Instrument Panel Fuse Block Interior Lamps ...
Page 375 Loading Your Vehicle Locks Door ... 2-7 Front Doors Leaving Your Vehicle ... Power Door Programmable Automatic Door Locks ... 2-9 Long Trip/Highway Definition Long Trip/Highway Intervals ... Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance Loss of Control ... Low Fuel Warning Light Luggage Carrier Lumbar Manual Controls...
Page 376 Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle Mexico. Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) ... MyGMbink.com ... New Vehicle Break-in Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ... 5-101 Odometer -Road Recovery ... Engine ... Pressure Gage ... Older Children, Restraints ... Online Owner Center ...
Page 377 Power Steering ... Programmable Automatic Door Locks Programming the HomeLink Transmitter ... 2-35 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Radiator Pressure Cap ... Radios ... AM-FM ... Care of Your CD Player ... Care of Your CDs ... Radio with CD ... Rear Seat Audio ...
Page 378: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Restraint System Check ... Checking Your Restraint Systems Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash Restraint Systems Checking Replacing Parts ... Restraints, Head Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts Roadside Assistance Program Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out ... 4-28 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked Safety Belt Reminder Light ...
Page 379 Service (cont.) Doing Your Own Work Engine Soon Light ... 3-30 Publications Ordering Information ... 7-1 1 Service Bulletins ... Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada Service Manuals ... Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Setting Preset Stations ...
Page 380 Tires Buying New Tires Chains Changing a Flat Tire Compact Spare Tire If a Tire Goes Flat Inflation Tire Pressure Inspection and Rotation Uniform Tire Quality Grading Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance Wheel Replacement When It Is Time for New Tires To Use the Engine Coolant Heater Top of the Instrument Panel Top Strap...
Page 381 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Service Parts Identification Label ... 5-91 Vehicle Storage Vinyl Visor Vanity Mirror Visors Voltmeter Gage Warning Lights. Gages and Indicators ... . . 3-23 Warnings Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Safety and Symbols Vehicle Damage ...

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