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Page 6 This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use. 8- 1 Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact Chevrolet for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page 8-10. 9- 1 Index Here’s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual.
Page 7 For For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet French Language Manual: Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual.
Page 8 Safety Warnings and Symbols How to Use this Manual You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore do this, it will help you learn about the features and the warning.
Page 9 You will also find a circle In the notice area, we tell you about something that can with a slash through it in damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would this book. This safety not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid symbol means “Don’t,’’...
Page 10 Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. Here are some These symbols These symbols These symbols These symbols For example, other symbols are used on are on some of have to do with are important these symbols you may see:...
Page 11 Model Reference This manual covers these models: 2-Door Utility Suburban...
Page 12 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. 1-40 Rear Seat Passengers Seats and Seat Controls...
Page 13 If your vehicle has a manual Seats and Seat Controls bucket, split bench or full This section tells you about the seats -- how to adjust bench seat, you can adjust it them and fold them up and down. It also tells you about with this lever at the front reclining front seatbacks and head restraints.
Page 14 raise the rear of the seat, move the rear lever up. To Power Seat(s) (If Equipped) lower the rear of the seat, move the rear lever down. The switch located at the front of this control panel is for the power lumbar adjustment, which is explained next.
Page 15 Reclining Front Seatbacks Heated Front Seats (If Equipped) To adjust the seatback, move the lever rearward. The control for the driver’s side heated seat is located on the left side of the seat. The control for the right front Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it. passenger is located on the right side of the passenger Move the lever again rearward and the seatback will go seat.
Page 16 Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job because it won’t be against your body.
Page 17 To fold a seatback forward, Head Restraints pull this lever forward and Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the tilt the seatback forward. restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash.
Page 18 Easy Entry Seat (2-Door Utility) To operate the seat, pull forward on the top of the lever located at the side of CAUTION: the seatback, and tilt the back forward toward the front of the vehicle. If any easy entry seat isn’t locked, it can move. In a sudden stop or crash, the person sitting there could be injured.
Page 19 Rear Seats Folding the Rear Seat (2-Door Utility Model) If your vehicle has a rear seat, the seat can be folded flat for more cargo space. Before folding, make sure that CAUTION: nothing is under or in front of the seat. When the seat is folded, it will lay almost flat on the floor.
Page 20 To fold the seat, pull on the release handle at the bottom When you release the seat cushion, the seatback is of the seat cushion marked RELEASE. automatically released. Pull the loop on the seatback forward and fold the seatback onto the seat cushion. To return the seat to the passenger position, just lift up on the seatback and push it rearward until it latches.
Page 21 Folding the Rear Seat (&Door Utility Model) To fold the seat, pull up on the strap loop at the If your vehicle has a 60/40 rear seat, either side may be rear of the seat cushion. folded down to give you more cargo space. Before folding, place the latch portion of the center safety belt in the center armrest.
Page 22 Then, store the head Folding the Second Seat (Suburban) restraints by sliding them If your vehicle has a 60/40 rear seat, either side may into the rear of the seat be folded down to give you more cargo space. cushion. Make sure the Before folding, place the latch portion of the center posts go in all the way.
Page 23 To fold the seat, pull up on store the head restraints by sliding them the strap loop at the rear into the rear of the seat outer edge of the seat cushion. Make sure the cushion. Then, pull the seat posts go in all the way.
Page 24 Entry to the Rear Seat (Suburban Second Seat) To return the seat to the passenger position, lift the load floor panels and latch them into the seatback. The right side of the rear 60/40 split folding bench seat has an easy entry feature. That makes it easy to get in Then lift the rear seatback up and push rearward until it and out of the third seat, if you have one.
Page 25 To release the easy entry second seat, lift up on the top of the release lever with your foot. Push the top CAUTION: of the seatback forward and tilt it toward the front of the vehicle. A safety belt that is twisted or not properly To return the seat to its regular position, return the attached won’t provide the protection needed in a seatback to its upright position, then push the whole...
Page 26 Then, hang the latch plate Removing the Rear (Suburban Third Seat) end of the belt on the hook If your vehicle has a rear seat, it can be taken out for at the top of the retractor more cargo space. cover, out of the way.
Page 27 Move the seatback release Replacing the Rear Seat lever, at the right rear of the To put the seat back in, hold the seat sideways and put seat, toward the center of it into the vehicle. Turn the seat to the forward position the vehicle.
Page 28 Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone K C A U T I O N : 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. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
Page 29 Your vehicle has a light Why Safety Belts Work that comes on as a reminder When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as to buckle up. (See “Safety it goes. Belt Reminder Light” in the Index.) In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts.
Page 30 up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider Put someone on it. doesn't stop. 1-19...
Page 31 The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield 1-20...
Page 32 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers Q.’ Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? You could be -- whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down.
Page 33 If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from How to Wear Safety Belts Properly home, why should I wear safety belts? Adults You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an This part is only for people of adult size. even one that isn’t your fault -- you and accident your passengers can be hurt.
Page 34 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug Don’t let it get twisted. on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones.
Page 35 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster To move it down, push in at the word PRESS and move the height adjuster to the desired position. You can move Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you.
Page 36 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 37 What’s wrong with this? 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 38 What's wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen, not at the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries.
Page 39 What’s wrong with this? 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. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren’t as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 40 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to The belt is twisted across the body.
Page 41 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don't wear safety belts. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way.
Page 42 The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the Here are the most important things to know about the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more air bag system: 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.
Page 43 ’ CAUTION: CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, an Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating or killed.
Page 44 How the Air Bag System Works There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem.
Page 45 ’ CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air...
Page 46 When should an air bag inflate? What makes an air bag inflate? An air bag is designed to inflate in a moderate to severe In an impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensing frontal or near-frontal crash. The air bag will inflate system detects that the vehicle is in a crash.
Page 47 What will you see after an air bag inflates? In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that After an a i r Additional windshield breakage may also occur from some people may not even realize the a i r bag inflated.
Page 48 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle NOTICE: Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag system in several places If you damage the covering for the driver’s or the around your vehicle. You don’t want the system to right front passenger’s air bag, the bag may not inflate while someone is working on your vehicle.
Page 49 Center Passenger Position Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle if 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 is attached to your vehicle so that the vehicle’s basic structure isn’t changed, it’s not likely to keep the air bags from working properly in a crash.
Page 50 Lap Belt If your vehicle has front and rear bench seats, someone can sit in the center positions. To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt.
Page 51 Lap-Shoulder Belt Rear Seat Passengers The positions next to the windows have lap-shoulder It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts.
Page 52 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again.
Page 53 Four-door utility models and the second seat of Suburbans have shoulder belt height adjusters. Move the shoulder belt height adjuster to the height that is right for you. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.
Page 54 After you move the adjuster to where you want it, try to move it down without pushing in to make sure it has locked into position. Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder.
Page 55 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Your vehicle may have rear shoulder belt comfort guides. This feature will provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head.
Page 56 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic The elastic cord must be under the belt and the cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide guide on top.
Page 57 Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. 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 58 Infants need complete support, including support for the head and neck. This is necessary because an infant’s CAUTION: neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body. In a crash, an infant in a Smaller children and babies should always be rear-facing restraint settles into the restraint, so the restrained in a child or infant restraint.
Page 59 at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12-1b. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-lb. (110 kg) force on your arms. The baby would be almost impossible Secure the baby in an infant restraint. Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a until a vehicle.
Page 60 Child Restraints Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have protection provided by appropriate restraints. What are the different types of add-on child restraints? Add-on child restraints are available in four basic types. When selecting a child restraint, take into consideration not only the child’s weight and size, but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it...
Page 61 A rear-facing infant restraint (B) positions an infant to face the rear of the vehicle. Rear-facing infant restraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs. (9 kg) and about one year of age. This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant’s head, neck and body can have the support they need in a crash.
Page 62 A forward-facing child restraint (C-E) positions a child upright to face forward in the vehicle. These forward-facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs. (9 to 18 kg) and about 26 to 40 inches (66 to 102 cm) in height, or up to around four years of age.
Page 63 A booster seat (F, G) is designed for children who are about 40 to 60 lbs. (1 8 to 27 kg) and about four to eight years of age. It’s designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Booster seats with shields use lap-only belts;...
Page 64 When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be Then follow the instructions for the restraint.
Page 65 Top Strap Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child anchored.
Page 66 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face or neck, put it behind the child restraint.
Page 67 To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position 5.
Page 68 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is plate and pulling it along the belt. positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. Put the restraint on the seat.
Page 69 6. Push and pull the child restraint in different Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in this seat. Here’s why: directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt.
Page 70 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face or neck, put it behind the child restraint.
Page 71 Larger Children 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 Children who have outgrown child restraints should down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 72 If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. Accident statistics show that children are safer if they Never do this.
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Page 74 Safety Belt Extender CAUTION: If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. Never do this. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the...
Page 75 Replacing Restraint System Parts Checking Your Restraint Systems After a Crash Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts? anchorages are working properly.
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Page 78 Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem.
Page 79 Keys CAUTION: Leaving young children 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 power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with young children.
Page 80 Your vehicle has one Door Locks double-sided key for the ignition and all door locks. Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out. When a door is locked, the inside handle won’t open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle.
Page 81 From the inside, to lock the Power Door Locks door, slide the lever on your door down. Press the side of the power door lock switch marked To unlock the door, slide the LOCK on either front door to lock all the doors at once. Press the ribbed side of the switch to unlock all the doors at once.
Page 82 On the passenger side of the Child Security Locks (If Equipped) rear cargo door or tailgate, With this feature, you can there is a power lock switch lock the rear side doors so which can be used to lock or they can’t be opened from unlock all of the doors.
Page 83 Keyless Entry System (If Equipped) Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to If your vehicle has this option, you can lock and unlock use this equipment. your doors or your tailgate from about 3 feet (1 m) up to This system has a range of about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the keyless entry transmitter 30 feet (9 m).
Page 84 Operation purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your To unlock the driver’s door, press the UNLOCK button. dealer. When the dealer matches the replacement The interior lamps will come on for 40 seconds or until transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters the ignition is turned on.
Page 85 Synchronization To replace the battery: Synchronization may be necessary due to the security method used by this system. The transmitter does not send the same signal twice to the receiver. The receiver will not respond to a signal it has been sent previously. This prevents anyone from recording and playing back the signal from the transmitter.
Page 86 Tailgate Glass and Tailgate CAUTION: If your vehicle has a tailgate, you must raise the rear glass before lowering the tailgate. It can be dangerous to drive with the tailgate To open the glass from the outside, use your key. With glass, tailgate or rear doors open because carbon the key in the lock, turn the key to the right to release the glass, then lift it up.
Page 87 To open the driver’s side door, first open the passenger’s To close the doors, close the driver’s side door first. side door. Then, pull the handle on the left door edge out After securely closing the door, close the passenger’s side door.
Page 88 Parking at Night During normal operation, the SECURITY light will go off after the engine is started. Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your If the engine stalls and the SECURITY light flashes, vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. wait until the light stops flashing before trying to restart Put them in a storage area, or take them with you.
Page 89 Ignition Positions New Vehicle CLBreak-In” Use your key to start your vehicle. The key lets you turn the ignition switch to five different positions. 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 k m h ) o r less for the first 500 miles (805 km).
Page 90 LOCK (B): This position locks your ignition, steering Starting Your Gasoline Engine wheel and transmission. It’s a theft-deterrent feature. If you have a diesel engine, see “Starting Your Diesel You will only be able to remove your key when the Engine”...
Page 91 NOTICE: NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer than Your engine is designed to work with the 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can parts or accessories, you could change the way damage your starter motor.
Page 92 Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. In very cold weather, 0°F 18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire.
Page 93 Automatic Transmission Operation It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to.
Page 94 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. NOTICE: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine is “racing” (running at high speed) is Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the is moving forward could damage your brake pedal, your vehicle could move very transmission.
Page 95 I f you manually select SECOND (2), the transmission will (0): AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE This position is drive in second gear. You may use this feature for reducing for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: torque to the rear wheels when you are trying to start your vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces.
Page 96 Four-wheel Drive (If Equipped) Manual Transfer Case (If Equipped) If your vehicle has four-wheel drive, you can send your engine’s driving power to all four wheels for extra traction. To get the most satisfaction out of four-wheel drive, you must be familiar with its operation. Read the part that follows before using four-wheel drive.
Page 97 An indicator near the lever shows you the transfer case settings: 2-Wheel High (2H): This setting is for driving in most street and highway situations. Your front axle is not engaged in two-wheel drive. 4-Wheel High (4H): This setting engages your front axle to help drive your vehicle.
Page 98 4-Wheel Low (4L): This setting also engages your front Remember that driving in 4-WHEEL HIGH (4H) or axle to give you extra power and a higher driveline ratio. 4-WHEEL LOW (4L) may reduce fuel economy. Also, This position should be used only for off-road driving. driving in four-wheel drive on dry pavement could cause your tires to wear faster and make your transfer You can shift from 2-WHEEL HIGH (2H) to 4-WHEEL...
Page 99 engage four-wheel drive. Driving in this mode results in Recommended Transfer Case Settings slightly lower fuel economy than 2HI. Transfer Case Settings 4HI: Use 4HI when you need extra traction, such as on snowy or icy roads or in most off-road situations. This setting also engages your front axle to help drive your vehicle.
Page 100 Indicator lights in the switches show which setting you are release the 4LO switch. You must wait for the 4LO in. The indicator lights will come on briefly when you turn indicator light to stop flashing and remain illuminated on the ignition and one will stay on. If the lights do not before shifting your transmission in gear.
Page 101 Shifting to Neutral Shifting Out of Neutral To shift out of neutral: To shift the transfer case to neutral, first make sure the vehicle is parked so that it will not roll: 1. Set the parking brake and apply the regular 1.
Page 102 To release the parking If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill, brake, hold the regular see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index. That section shows brake pedal down. what to do first to keep the trailer from moving. Pull the lever, located just Shifting Into PARK (P) above the parking brake...
Page 103 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) position like this: Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. If you have four-wheel drive, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL (N).
Page 104 Leaving Your Vehicle With the If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and the Engine Running parking brake is firmly set before you leave it. After you move the shift lever into PARK (P), hold the regular brake pedal down.
Page 105 Shifting Out of PARK (P) Parking Over Things That Burn Your vehicle has a brake-transmission shift interlock system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN. See “Automatic Transmission” in the Index. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way up into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application.
Page 106 Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You’re Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if CAUTION: ever you have to, here are some things to know. Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or CAUTLN: smell.
Page 107 Locking Rear Axle (If Equipped) If you have this feature, your locking rear axle can give you additional traction on snow, mud, ice, sand or gravel. It works like a standard axle most of the time, can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if but when one of the rear wheels has no traction and the the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the other does, this feature will allow the wheel with...
Page 108 Power Windows (If Equipped) &Door Utility and Suburban If you have the optional power windows, the controls 2-Door Utility are on each of the side doors. The driver’s door has a switch for the passenger windows as well. Your power windows will work when the ignition has been turned to ACC or RUN.
Page 109 The electric hatch The driver’s window switch has an express-down release button lets you feature that allows the window to be lowered without release the tailgate glass. holding the switch. Press and hold the side of the To release the glass, press window switch marked AUTO for one second to the top of the button.
Page 110 Tilt Wheel (If Equipped) Multifunction Lever A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle. The lever on the left side of the steering column To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the includes your:...
Page 111 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when you The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two signal a turn, check for burned-out bulbs and a blown downward (for left) positions.
Page 112 For steady wiping at low speed, turn the knob to the Windshield Wipers LOW position. For high-speed wiping, turn the knob You control the windshield further, to HIGH. To stop the wipers, move the knob wipers by turning the knob to OFF.
Page 113 Rear Window Wiper and Washer The rear window washer uses the same fluid bottle as the front windshield washer. If the fluid level is low in The rear window the washer fluid bottle, you may not be able to wash wipedwasher switch is on your rear window.
Page 114 Washer fluid will spray as long as you push the paddle. When you let go of the paddle, the wipers will continue to wipe for a few seconds and then either stop or return to the preset speed. Cruise control can be dangerous where you The use of hood-mounted air deflectors may adversely can’t drive safely at a steady speed.
Page 115 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. 1. Move the cruise control switch Resuming a Set Speed to ON. Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control.
Page 116 Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When There are two ways to go to a higher speed: you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed.
Page 117 Ending Cruise Control Exterior Lamps There are two ways to turn off the cruise control: Step lightly on the brake pedal or Move the cruise control switch to OFF. Erasing Speed Memory Your parkingkeadlamp knob is on the driver’s side of When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, your instrument panel.
Page 118 License Plate Lamps Headlamps-On Reminder Instrument Panel Lights A buzzer will sound when your headlamps are turned on and your ignition is in OFF, LOCK or ACCESSORY. If Rotate the knob to the right again, to the master you need to use your headlamps when the ignition lighting symbol, to turn on all the lamps listed as switch is in OFF, LOCK or ACCESSORY, the buzzer well as the headlamps.
Page 119 When it begins to get dark, your DRL indicator light is a Illuminated Entry reminder to turn your headlamp switch on. The other Your vehicle is equipped with an illuminated lamps that come on with your headlamps will also entry feature. come on.
Page 120 Reading Lamps If your vehicle has reading lamps, press the button next to the lamp to turn the lamp on. The lamps can be adjusted to point in the direction you want. If your vehicle has an overhead console with reading lamps, press the button next to the lamp to turn the You can use the DOME OVERRIDE button, located lamp on.
Page 121 Mirrors Electrochromic Inside Rearview Mirror with Compass (If Equipped) Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror Your vehicle may have an electrochromic inside rearview mirror. When on, an electrochromic mirror automatically dims to the proper level to minimize glare from lights behind you after dark. Pull the tab under the mirror rearward to reduce glare from headlamps behind you after dark.
Page 122 Compass Operation Press the COMP switch once briefly to turn the compass on or off. When the ignition and the compass feature are on, the compass will show two character boxes for approximately two seconds. After two seconds, the mirror will display the compass heading. When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner.
Page 123 The mirror can be calibrated in one of two ways: Drive the vehicle in circles at five mph (8 km/h) less until the display reads a direction, or Drive the vehicle on your everyday routine. Compass Variance The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight.
Page 124 Electrochromic Inside Rearview Mirror with Compass and Temperature Display (If Equipped) Your vehicle may have electrochromic inside and outside rearview mirrors. When on, an electrochromic mirror automatically dims to the proper level to minimize glare from lights behind you after dark. Temperature Display The temperature can be displayed by pressing the TEMP side of the switch.
Page 125 The normal display will show a temperature reading in Compass Calibration degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius. If an abnormal reading is If, after two seconds, the display does not show a displayed, please consult your dealer. compass heading (“N” for North, for example), there may be a strong magnetic field interfering with the Electrochromic Mirror Operation compass.
Page 126 To adjust for compass variance: 4. Press the COMP button on the bottom of the mirror until the new zone number appears in the display. 1. Use the COMP button located at the bottom of After you stop pressing the button in, the display will the mirror.
Page 127 Camper Type Outside Mirrors (If Equipped) 1. To adjust the mirrors when hauling a slide-in camper or towing a trailer, rotate the mirror by pushing the mirror head toward the front of the vehicle. If your vehicle is equipped with the camper type mirrors, they can be adjusted so you can have a clear view of objects behind you.
Page 128 Electric Outside Rearview Mirrors (If Equipped) If you have electric mirrors, they can be adjusted to point where you want from inside the vehicle. Select the mirror you want to move by moving the center of the switch, located on the driver’s door armrest, to L (left) or R (right).
Page 129 Electrochromic Outside Rearview Mirrors (If Equipped) These outside rearview mirrors feature an auto-dimming and defrost mode. A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. To turn on the auto-dimming feature, press and hold the If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you inside rearview mirror TEMP button for six seconds.
Page 130 Installing a Garage Door Opener 3. Center the garage door opener activation button over the console door button, and press the opener firmly If you have a garage door opener, the front overhead into place. compartment can be used to conveniently store the opener. The pegs inside the compartment door are used to 1.
Page 131 Sunglasses Compartment 5. Now, with the compartment door The center overhead compartment can be used to closed, push the conveniently store your sunglasses. button marked PUSH to make sure the garage door opener operates properly. With the garage door opener positioned properly and the right number of pegs in place, you should only have to push the PUSH button slightly to operate the opener.
Page 132 Rear Compartment Center Floor Console (If Equipped) The rear compartment can be used to store a small item, Your vehicle may have a console compartment between like a book. the bucket seats. To open the rear compartment, press the release button located at the rear of the compartment door.
Page 133 Your console also has a Your vehicle may have a cupholder that swings out memo holder attached to for the back seat passengers front of the console. Use to use. to hold pads of paper or similar items. There is also a drawer that Your vehicle may have a slides out from the bottom cassette/compact disc holder...
Page 134 The cassettekompact disc Armrest Storage Compartment holder can be removed and (If Equipped) replaced with a cupholder that is located in the center console storage area. To remove the cassettekompact disc holder, pull the front of the holder toward you and then lift it up. To insert the cupholder, place it in the console.
Page 135 Other Storage Compartments Your vehicle includes a number of storage compartments for storage of often-used items. Some vehicles have storage areas in the instrument panel. Use these spaces for items such as gloves or small books. Some models have a storage pocket on each of the front doors.
Page 136 Convenience Net (If Equipped) If you have a convenience net, it is stored in a pouch attached to the spare tire. Cargo Security Shade ( 4 - h ~ Utility Model) An improperly stored cargo cover could be If you have a cargo security shade, you can use it to thrown about the vehicle during a collision or cover items in the cargo area of your vehicle.
Page 137 Cargo Tie Downs There are cargo tie downs in the rear cargo area that allow you to strap cargo in and keep it from moving inside When not using the tie downs, flip them down out of the way. To put the shade in the vehicle, first make sure the shade slot in the holder faces rearward with the round surface facing down.
Page 138 Luggage Carrier (If Equipped) To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you’re driving, check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and If you have the optional luggage carrier, you can load cargo are still securely fastened. things on top of your vehicle.
Page 139 For the purpose of wind noise reduction, locate NOTICE: the front crossrail approximately 18 to 24 inches (46 cm to 58 cm) rearward of the front supports. If you store paper or other things that burn in After moving the crossrails, be sure to tighten all the your ashtrays, they could be set on fire by slider screws.
Page 140 Rear Ashtray Accessory Power Outlets To use a rear ashtray, if you have them, pull at the top of the ashtray door to flip the door open. To remove a rear ashtray, press down on the inside tabs and open the door fully. To use the cigarette lighter, push it in all the way, and let go.
Page 141 Sun Visors Universal Transmitter (If Equipped) To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can also swing them out to help block glare at the front and side windows. Your visor may have a strap to hold small items, such as maps.
Page 142 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Your vehicle’s engine should be turned off while Operation is subject to the following two conditions: programming the transmitter. Follow these steps to (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, program up to three channels.
Page 143 If you have trouble programming the universal Erasing Channels transmitter, make sure that you have followed the To erase all three programmed channels, hold down the directions exactly as described and that the battery in the two outside buttons until the red light begins to flash. hand-held transmitter is not dead.
Page 144 6. Release the button, then press it again to c o n f i i that it To program a garage door opener with the rolling code was programmed to the garage door opener receiver. feature, do the following: You may now use either the universal transmitter or the 1.
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Page 146 A. Dome Lamp Switch Cupholder B. Lamp Controls L. Auxiliary Power Outlets M. Storage Area or Compact Disc Player, C. Air Outlets (If Equipped) D. Multifunction Lever N. Rear Window Defogger Switch (If Equipped) E. Instrument Cluster 0. Automatic Transfer Case Switch (If Equipped) E Gearshift Lever P.
Page 147 Instrument Cluster CHECX GAGES ANTI LOCK SERVICE ENGINE SOON APPLY BRAKE TO SHIFT FROM PARK l o l o l o l o l 00101 TRIP United States version shown, Canadian similar Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You'll know how fast you're going, about how much fuel you have and many other things you'll need to know to drive safely and economically.
Page 148 Speedometer and Odometer Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero. per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, To reset the trip odometer, fully press the reset button in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers...
Page 149 The safety belt light Warning lights come on when there may be or is a will also come on and stay problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. As you on for about 20 seconds, will see in the details on the next few pages, some then it will flash for about warning lights come on briefly when you start the 55 seconds.
Page 150 This light will come on Charging System Warning Light when you start your engine, The charging system and it will flash for a few warning light should come seconds. Then the light on briefly when you turn on should go out. This means the ignition, before starting the system is ready.
Page 151 Voltmeter You can only drive for a short time with the reading in either warning zone. If you must drive, turn off all When your engine is not unnecessary accessories. running, but the ignition is Readings in either warning zone indicate a possible in the RUN position, this problem in the electrical system.
Page 152 This light should come on Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light briefly when you turn the With the anti-lock brake ignition key to RUN. If it system, this light will come doesn’t come on then, on when you start your have it fixed so it will be BRAKE engine and may stay ready to warn you if there’s...
Page 153 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) (Gasoline Engine) This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which SERVICE monitors operation of the ENGINE fuel, ignition and emission SOON control systems. This system is called OBD I1 (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life...
Page 154 If the Light Is Flashing NOTICE: The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light Reducing vehicle speed. on, after a while, your emission controls may not Avoiding hard accelerations. work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly.
Page 155 If the Light Is On Steady Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel (see You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: “Fuel” in the Index). Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed.
Page 156 Oil Pressure Gage CAUTIOl The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi Don't keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running. you do, your engine can become so hot that it Canadian vehicles indicate catches fire.
Page 157 Service Four-wheel Drive Warning Light Security Light (If Equipped) This light will come on If your vehicle equipped with the Automatic briefly when you turn the Four-Wheel-Drive Transfer Case, it has a computer key to START. SECURITY which controls the four-wheel-drive system. This light should come on briefly when you turn on the ignition, as a check to show...
Page 158 Headlamp High-Beam Indicator Light Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Indicator Light The high-beam indicator is This light will go on on whenever you use your whenever the DRL are on. high-beam headlamps. For more details about high beams, see “Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer” earlier in this section.
Page 159 Fuel Gage It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated. For example, the gage may have When the ignition is on, the indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a fuel gage tells you about little more or less than half the tank’s capacity to fill how much fuel you have...
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Page 162 Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. 3- 14 Comfort Controls AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Rear Comfort Controls (If Equipped)
Page 163 the relative air temperature independently of the Comfort Controls function knob setting. Move the knob to the right toward Heater Control System the red area for warmer air. Move the knob to the left toward the blue area for cooler air. Mode Knob The right knob on the control panel allows you to choose the direction of air delivery.
Page 164 Heater and Air Conditioning Control Temperature Knob System (If Equipped) The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the relative temperature of the air flowing into the passenger area of your vehicle. This knob will allow you to adjust the relative air temperature independently of the function knob setting.
Page 165 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating Systems (If Equipped) If your vehicle has one of these systems, you can increase and decrease the airflow at the rear vents. Depending on the system you have and the setting selected, you can send cooled or heated air to the rear of the vehicle.
Page 166 Rear Heater (Without Rear Air Conditioning) Rear Air Conditioning and Rear Heater (If Equipped) (If Equipped) If your vehicle has the rear air conditioning and rear If you have a rear heater heater system combination, controls are provided to (without rear air regulate speed of the airflow, location and temperature.
Page 167 Generally, the upper vents are used for air conditioning Air Conditioning and the floor vents for heating. The control knob can be On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot set to any blend setting. air inside escape. This reduces the time it takes for your To adjust the air temperature, turn the temperature knob vehicle to cool down.
Page 168 With the on, move the temperature knob to MAX Ventilation System for maximum cooling. This setting also puts the system For mild outside temperatures when little heating or in the recirculation mode and helps to maximize your air cooling is needed, use VENT to direct outside air conditioner’s performance and your vehicle’s fuel through your vehicle.
Page 169 Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows. When you enter a vehicle in cold weather, turn the blower fan to HI for a few moments before driving.
Page 170 Rear Window Defogger (If Equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with the optional heated outside rearview mirrors, the rear window defogger If you see lines running across the rear window, you button will activate the rear window defogger and the have a rear window defogger.
Page 171 AM-FM Stereo Audio Systems Your Delco Electronics audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first. Find out what your Delco Electronics system can do and how to operate all its controls, to be sure you’re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it.
Page 172 TUNE: Turn the lower knob to tune in radio stations. In addition to the four stations already set, up to three more stations may be preset on each band by pressing SEEK: Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher two adjoining buttons at the same time.
Page 173 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player Finding a Statim (If Equipped) AM-FM: Press the lower knob to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2. TUNE: Turn the lower knob to tune in radio stations. SEEK: Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there.
Page 174 In addition to the four stations already set, up to three Adjusting the Speakers more stations may be preset on each band by pressing BAL: Turn the control behind the upper knob to move two adjoining buttons at the same time. Just: the sound to the left or right speakers.
Page 175 Playing the Radio CLN: If this message appears on the display, the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play PWR-VOL: Press this knob to turn the system on and tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible to off.
Page 176 5. Press and hold one of the six pushbuttons. The sound Finding a Station will mute. When it returns, release the button. AM-FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FMl Whenever you press that numbered button, the and FM2. The display will show your selection. station you set will return and the tone you selected will be automatically selected for that button.
Page 177 TREB: Adjusting the Speakers Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position. Turn the knob to the right to increase BAL: Press lightly on this knob to release it from its treble and to the left to decrease treble. When the TREB stored position.
Page 178 Once the tape is playing, use the VOL, AUTO TONE, NEXT (3): Press the NEXT button or the SEEK right BAL, FADE, BASS and TREB controls just as you do arrow to search for the next selection. A minimum for the radio. The tape symbol and a direction arrow will three-second blank gap is required for the player to stop be on the display whenever a tape is being played.
Page 179 CLN: If this message appears on the display, the FWD (6): Press this button to rapidly forward the tape to the end of the cassette or until you press FWD again. cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible to The radio will play the last selected station while prevent damage to the tapes and player.
Page 180 AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Move the control ring behind the upper and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped) knob to the right to adjust the SCV. Then, as you drive, SCV automatically increases the volume, as necessary, to overcome noise at any particular speed.
Page 181 PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let Setting the Tone you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to BASS: Press lightly on this knob to release it from 18 stations (six six FMl and six FM2). Just: its stored position. Turn the knob to the right to increase Turn the radio on.
Page 182 Adjusting the Speakers If the disc comes back out and ERR appears on the display, it could be that: BAL: Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position. Turn the control to the right to adjust You are driving on very rough road.
Page 183 (4): Press and hold REV to return rapidly to a AM-FM: While in the mode, press this button to favorite passage. You will hear the disc selection play at stop playing the and play the radio. The symbol high speed while you press the REV button. This allows will still display but the word will be replaced with you to listen and find out when the disc is at the desired...
Page 184 Remote Compact Disc Player (If Equipped) To remove the disc, press the EJECT button and remove the disc from the player. All of the compact disc functions are controlled by the radio buttons except for EJECT. When a disc is in the player, a CD symbol will appear on the display.
Page 185 TAPE AUX: With a disc loaded in the player and the (4): Press and hold this button to quickly reverse radio playing, press this button once to play the compact within a track. As the CD reverses, elapsed time will be disc.
Page 186 Activating the Theft-Deterrent Feature 8. Press AM-FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down. The instructions which follow explain how to enter your The display will show REP to let you know that you secret code to activate the THEFTLOCK system.
Page 187 6. Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree If you enter the wrong code eight times, INOP will appear on the display. You will have to wait an hour with your code. with the ignition on before you can try again. When you 7.
Page 188 Understanding Radio Reception To help avoid hearing loss or damage: Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, and clearly. especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other.
Page 189 When using a scrubbing action, non-abrasive cleaning Care of Your Cassette Tape Player cassette, it is normal for the cassette to eject while A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause cleaning because your unit is equipped with a cut tape reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged detection feature and some cleaning cassettes may mechanism.
Page 190 If your vehicle is equipped with the AM-FM Stereo with Care of Your Compact Discs Cassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control: Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY. or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight Turn the radio off.
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Page 192 Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. Defensive Driving 4-30 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Drunken Driving 4-33 City Driving...
Page 193 Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.” Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do. Be ready for their mistakes. Rear-end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents.
Page 194 Drunken Driving The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive. But Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is what if people do? How much is “too much” if the a national tragedy.
Page 195 man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks. The law in many U.S. states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 0.10 percent. In a growing number of U.S. states, and throughout Canada, the limit is 0.08 percent. In some other countries, it’s even lower.
Page 196 right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to Control of a Vehicle take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? You have three systems that make your vehicle go where A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able you want it to go.
Page 197 Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in Braking spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy Braking action involves perception time and braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a reaction time. mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops.
Page 198 Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes (ABS). ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid. When you start your engine and begin to drive away, your anti-lock brake system will check itself. You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on.
Page 199 The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on faster than any driver could. The computer is wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. programmed to make the most of available tire and Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need road conditions.
Page 200 Steering the vehicle going in the same direction. If you’ve ever tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice, you’ll understand this. Power Steering The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface, the angle at If you lose power steering assist because the engine whch the curve is banked, and your speed.
Page 201 Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
Page 202 Off-Road Recovery Passing You may find that your right wheels have The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, you’re driving.
Page 203 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder and pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one start your left lane change signal before moving out thing, following too closely reduces your area of of the right lane to pass.
Page 204 Loss of Control If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the you want the Let’s review what driving experts say about what vehicle to go. If you start steering quickly enough, your happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering vehicle may straighten out.
Page 205 Before You Go Off-Roading Off-Road Driving with Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle There are some things to do before you go out. For example, be sure to have all necessary maintenance and This off-road guide is for vehicles that have service work done. Check to make sure all underbody four-wheel drive.
Page 206 Environmental Concerns CAUTION: Off-road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation. However, it also raises environmental concerns. GM recognizes these concerns and urges Cargo on the load floor piled higher than every off-roader to follow these basic rules for the seatbacks can be thrown forward protecting the environment: during a sudden stop.
Page 207 Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful Traveling to Remote Areas off-road driving. One of the best ways to control your It makes sense to plan your trip, especially when going vehicle is to control your speed. Here are some things to to a remote area.
Page 208 When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain, keep a Scanning the Terrain firm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs or other Off-road driving can take you over many different kinds surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hands if of terrain.
Page 209 Driving on Off-Road Hills incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top. On a large hill, the Off-road driving often takes you up, down or across a incline may get steeper as you near the top, but you may hill.
Page 210 Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of Driving Uphill the hill. Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, you Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible need to take some special steps. to approaching traffic on trails or hills.
Page 211 What should I do if my vehicle stalls, or is about As you are backing down the hill, put your left hand on the steering wheel at the 12 o’clock position. This to stall, and I can’t make it up the hill? way, you’ll be able to tell if your wheels are straight If this happens, there are some things you should and maneuver as you back down.
Page 212 &: Suppose, after stalling, I try to back down the hill and decide I just can’t do it. What CAUTION: & ! L should I do? Set the parking brake, put your transmission in Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL (N) PARK (P) and turn off the engine.
Page 213 Driving Downhill If you decide you can go down a hill safely, then try tc keep your vehicle headed straight down, and use a lou When off-roading takes you downhill, you’ll want to gear. This way, engine drag can help your brakes and consider a number of things: they won’t have to do all the work.
Page 214 12.’ Are there some things I should not do when Am I likely to stall when going downhill? driving down a hill? It’s much more likely to happen going uphill. But if Yes! These are important because if you it happens going downhill, here’s what to do. ignore them you could lose control and have a Stop your vehicle by applying the regular brakes.
Page 215 Driving Across an Incline Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse. If you drive across a rock with Sooner or later, an off-road trail will probably go across the uphill wheels, or if the downhill wheels drop into the incline of a hill.
Page 216 What if I’m driving across an incline that’s not too steep, but I hit some loose gravel and start to slide downhill. What should I do? If you feel your vehicle starting to slide sideways, turn downhill. This should help straighten out the vehicle and prevent the side slipping.
Page 217 Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice When you drive in mud, snow or sand, your wheels won’t get good traction. You can’t accelerate as quickly, turning is more difficult, and you’ll need longer Driving on frozen lakes, ponds or rivers can braking distances.
Page 218 If the water isn’t too deep, then drive through it slowly. After Off-Road Driving At fast speeds, water splashes on your ignition system Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the and your vehicle can stall. Stalling can also occur if you underbody, chassis or under the hood.
Page 219 Driving at Night 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 220 Night Vision Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean -- inside and out. Glare at night is made much No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But as worse by dirt on the glass. Even the inside of the glass we get older these differences increase.
Page 221 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction. It’s always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving. The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement.
Page 222 CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally.
Page 223 Hydroplaning Driving Through Deep Standing Water Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. NOTICE: This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or it has little or no contact with the road.
Page 224 City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip.
Page 225 Freeway Driving The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane.
Page 226 When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper Here are some things you can check before a trip: lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are under any circumstances, stop and back up.
Page 227 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 228 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make CAUTION: your trips safer and more enjoyable. (See “Off-Road Driving” in the Index for information about driving NEUTRAL (N) or Coasting downhill in with the off-road.)
Page 229 Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply Winter Driving of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction.
Page 230 Whatever the condition -- smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow -- drive with caution. Accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more. Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road.
Page 231 If You’re Caught in a Blizzard Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats -- anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm.
Page 232 battery (or batteries) charged. You will need a well-charged battery (or batteries) to restart the vehicle, CAUTION: and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps. Let the heater run for a while. Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. If you have a diesel engine, you may have to run it at a This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas higher speed to get enough heat.
Page 233 Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles Two-wheel drive vehicles, should not be towed with all four wheels on the ground. Two-wheel drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed. To properly tow these vehicles, they should be placed on a platform trailer with all four wheels off the ground.
Page 234 Four- Wheel Drive Vehicles Loading Your Vehicle Use the following procedure to correctly tow your vehicle on all four wheels: 1. Firmly set the parking brake. 2. Place the transmission in PARK (P). 3. Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle.
Page 235 The Certificatiooire label also tells you the maximum Using heavier suspension components to get added weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle durability might not change your weight ratings. Ask Weight Rating (GAWR). To find out the actual loads on your dealer to help you load your vehicle the right way.
Page 236 Towing a Trailer CAUTION: CAL HON: Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in If you don’t use the correct equipment and drive a crash. properly, you can lose control when you pull a Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle.
Page 237 If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer NOTICE: If you do, here are some important points: There are many different laws, including speed limit Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your rig will be legal, not only where you live but your warranty.
Page 238 If you have an automatic transmission, you can tow Use the following chart to determine how much your veh (0). You may want to shift the can weigh, based upon your vehicle model and options. in OVERDRIVE transmission to THIRD (3) or, if necessary, a lower Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming the gear selection if the transmission shifts too often driver and one passenger are in the tow vehicle and it...
Page 239 Vehicle Engine Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. 5.7L 3.08 5,000 lbs. (2 270 C- 1500 (2WD) Utility 3 -42 6,000 lbs. (2 724 3.73 7,000 lbs. (3 178 5.7L 3.42 5,500 lbs. (2 497 1500 (4WD) Utility 3.73 6,500 lbs. (2 951 6.5L Diesel 3.42 6,000 lbs.
Page 240 Vehicle Axle Ratio Engine Max. Trailer Wt. 5.7L 3.73 6,000 lbs. (2 724 kg) C-2500 (2WD) Suburban 4.10 7,500 lbs. (3 405 kg) 3.73 6,500 lbs. (2 951 kg) 6.5L Diesel 4.10 8,000 lbs. (3 632 kg) 7.4L 3.73 8,500 lbs. (3 859 kg) 4.10 10,000 lbs.
Page 241 You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at the address listed in your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information Booklet. In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L l H 8P7 Weight of the Trailer Tongue...
Page 242 Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch? Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper If you do, then be sure to seal the holes later when limit for cold tires.
Page 243 Trailer Brakes Driving with a Trailer If your trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs. (450 kg) loaded, then it needs its own brakes and they must be adequate. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you’ll be able to install, adjust and maintain them properly.
Page 244 Following Distance Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of would when driving your vehicle without a trailer.
Page 245 Driving On Grades Making Turns Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift NOTICE: down, you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. Making very sharp turns while trailering could On a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce your cause the trailer to come in contact with the...
Page 246 Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, your rig could start to move. People can be injured, and both It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged.
Page 247 When You Are Ready to Leave After Trailer Wiring Harness 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 248 This harness has a 30 amp battery feed wire and no connector, and should be wired by a qualified electrical technician. After choosing an aftermarket mating connector pair, have the technician attach one connector to the eight-wire trailer harness and the other connector to the wiring harness on the trailer.
Page 249 If you will be using the Power Winches bumper to tow a trailer, you If you wish to use power winch on your vehicle, only must remove the center use it when your vehicle is stationary or anchored. cutout circle to install the trailer ball.
Page 250 Section 5 Problems On The Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. Cooling System -- Gasoline Engines 5- 15 Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices 5-22 Engine Fan Noise 5-22 If a Tire Goes Flat Jump Starting 5-22 Changing a Flat Tire...
Page 251 Hazard Warning Flashers Press the button at the top of the steering column all the way down to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in. When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won’t work.
Page 252 Jump Starting NOTICE: If your battery (or batteries) has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage start your vehicle. But please use the following steps to to your vehicle that wouldn’t be covered by your do it safely.
Page 253 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables NOTICE: can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be able to If you leave your radio on, it could be badly start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could damaged.
Page 254 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. CAUTION: The vehicles could be damaged, too. Before you connect the cables, here are some Using a match near a battery can cause battery basic things you should know.
Page 255 7. Don't let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery. Now connect the black negative cable to 6. Connect the red positive cable to the positive the good battery's terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. negative cable.
Page 256 12. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting. Take care that they don’t touch each other or any other metal. 9. Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move.
Page 257 Towing Your Vehicle When the towing service arrives, let the tow operator know that this manual contains these towing Try to have your GM dealer or a professional towing instructions. The operator may want to see them. service tow your vehicle. See “Roadside Assistance” in the Index.
Page 258 Front Towing CAUTION: A vehicle can fall from a car carrier if it isn’t adequately secured. This can cause a collision, serious personal injury and vehicle damage. The vehicle should be tightly secured with chains or steel cables before it is transported. Don’t use substitutes (ropes, leather straps, canvas webbing, etc.) that can be cut by sharp edges underneath the towed vehicle.
Page 259 Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Tow Limits -- 35 mph (55 k d ) , 50 miles (80 km) Tow Limits rnph (88 km/h) or legal speed limit, distance is unlimited If your vehicle is two-wheel drive, use the following directions: If your vehicle is four-wheel drive, use the following directions: 1.
Page 260 Rear Towing Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Tow Limits -- mph (88 k h ) or legal speed limit, distance is unlimited If your vehicle is two-wheel drive, use the following directions: Engage the parking brake. Turn the ignition key to OFF. Clamp the steering wheel in a straight-ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing service.
Page 261 Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles 6. When the vehicle is hooked up, release the parking brake and turn the ignition OFF to reduce Limits -- 35 mph (55 km/h), 50 miles (80 km) battery drain. If your vehicle is four-wheel drive, use the following directions: NOTICE: 1.
Page 262 Engine Overheating (Gasoline Engine) You will find a coolant temperature gage on your Steam from an overheated engine can burn you vehicle’s instrument panel. See “Engine Coolant badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away Temperature Gage” in the Index. from the engine if you see or hear steam coming If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see “Engine from it.
Page 263 If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes. If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no If the warning doesn’t come back on, you can steam, the problem may not be too serious.
Page 264 Cooling System Gasoline Engines When you decide it's safe to lift the hood, here's what you'll see: If your vehicle has air conditioning, the auxiliary electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you.
Page 265 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant If it isn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in Recovery Tank Gasoline Engines the cooling system. If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at or above the COLD mark, add a 50150 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and DEX-COOL@ engine coolant at the coolant recovery tank.
Page 266 NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol Use the recommended coolant and the proper and it will burn if the engine parts are hot coolant mixture.
Page 267 CAUTION: Steam ana scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap, is hot.
Page 268 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot.
Page 269 3. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOL@ 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck. COLD mark. (See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for more 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but information about the proper coolant mixture.) leave the radiator pressure cap off.
Page 270 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the 8. Then replace the pressure cap. At any time during upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the engine cooling fan(s).
Page 271 Engine Fan Noise If a Tire Goes Flat Your vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. When It’s unusual for tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, the clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster to provide especially if you maintain your tires properly. If goes more air to cool the engine.
Page 272 CAUTION: Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle you or other can slip off the jack and roll over people. You and they could be badly injured. Find a level place to change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1.
Page 273 Follow these instructions to lower the spare tire: Lower Raise One side of the ratchet has an UP marking. The other side has a DOWN marking. Assemble the ratchet to the hook near the end of the jack handle (as illustrated) with the DOWN marking facing you.
Page 274 To take the jack out, turn the wing nut to the left and To take the jack out, turn the wing-head bolt to the left take it and the retainer off. Take the jack and storage box and take it and the retainer off. Take the jack and storage out and take the tools out of the box.
Page 275 The jack handle extension is used if the flat tire is on To take the jack out, turn the wing nut to the left and take it and the retainer off. Take the jack and storage box rear of the vehicle. out and take the tools out of the box.
Page 276 UP Marking DOWN Marking One side of the ratchet has an UP marking. The other With the UP marking on the ratchet facing you, side has a DOWN marking. rotate the ratchet to the right. That will lift the jack head a little.
Page 277 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the If your vehicle has wheel nut caps, use the wheel Spare Tire wrench and ratchet to remove them. Turn the 1. Use the ratchet and wheel wrench to the left, wheel wrench to loosen with DOWN facing you, to all the wheel nuts.
Page 278 CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. Front Rear Position Position...
Page 279 5. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. Front Position Rear Position 6. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, 4. With UP on the ratchet facing you, raise the vehicle mounting surfaces and by rotating the ratchet and wheel wrench to the right.
Page 280 7. Replace the wheel nuts with C WTION: the rounded end of the nuts toward Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to the wheel. which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
Page 281 9. Tighten each wheel nut by rotating the wheel wrench to the right. Front Position Rear Position 8. Lower the vehicle by rotating the ratchet and wheel wrench to the left. Lower the jack completely. 5-32...
Page 282 ’ . I Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts.
Page 283 Store the flat tire where the spare tire is stored. NOTICE: Put the tools into the storage box and close it tightly. Fit the storage box on the bracket with the bolt through the Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to box.
Page 284 Jack Storage 2-Door Utility Model Jacking Tool Storage A. Wheel Wrench A. Retainer B. Nut B. Jack Handle C. Ratchet C. Jack D. Jacking Tool Storage Box D. Jack Storage Box E. Bracket E. Jack Handle Extension 5-35...
Page 285 Jack Storage 4-DOOr Utility Model Suburban Jack Storage A. Retainer A. Retainer B. Nut B. Nut C . Jack C. Jack Storage Box D. Jack Storage Box D. Bracket E. Bracket E. Jack 5-36...
Page 286 Store the flat tire in the cargo area of two-door utility and Suburban models and secure it to the tire carrier. To store the flat tire: 1. Put the cover back on the tire if your vehicle has one. 2. Put the flat tire in the cargo area of the vehicle, over the retainer bolt.
Page 287 Lower Raise Spare Tire 4-DOOr Utility Model A. Hoist Assembly Spare Tire Suburban B. Hoist Shaft 1. I-Bolt 6. Nut C. Ratchet 7. Cover 2. J-Bolt D. Jack Handle 3. Carrier 8. Use Lower Adapter Hole for eight-Lug E. Retainer 4.
Page 288 For four-door utility models equipped with an If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, underbody spare tire carrier, follow these instructions to Ice or Snow restore a spare or flat tire: What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is Lay the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle.
Page 289 Using the Recovery Hooks NOTICE: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth, you can destroy your transmission. For information about using tire chains on your vehicle, see “Tire Chains”...
Page 290 CAUTION: The recovery hooks, when used, are under a lot of force. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle. The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back. NOTICE: Never use the recovery hooks to tow the vehicle.
Page 291 NOTES 5-42...
Page 292 Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
Page 293 Doing Your Own Service Work Service If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to want to use the proper GM Service Manual. It tells you be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for much more about how to service your vehicle than this all your service needs.
Page 294 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it. This may cause wind noise You can be injured and your vehicle could be and affect windshield washer performance. Check with damaged if you try to do service work on a your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of vehicle without knowing enough about it.
Page 295 Be sure the posted octane is at least 87. If the octane is performance may be affected. The malfunction indicator less than 87, you may get a heavy knocking noise when lamp on your instrument panel may turn on and/or your you drive.
Page 296 To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States Fuels in Foreign Countries are now required to contain additives that will help (Gasoline Engines) prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system, allowing your emission control system to If you plan on driving in another country outside the function properly.
Page 297 Filling Your Tank (Gasoline Engine) CAUTION: If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see “Filling Your Tank (Diesel Engine)” in the Diesel Engine Supplement. Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle.
Page 298 To remove the cap, it slowly to the left When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right turn (counterclockwise). (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 299 Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION: CAUTION: Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in I f your vehic1.e has air conditioning, the auxiliary your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the engine fan under the hood can start up and container can ignite the gasoline vapor.
Page 300 Hood Release To open the hood, first pull the handle inside the vehicle. Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release, located just to the passenger’s side of the center of the grill. Lift the hood.
Page 301 “VORTEC” 5700 Engine When you lift u p the hood you’ll see: 6-10...
Page 302 H. Fan A. Battery B. Air Cleaner I. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir C. Radiator Cap J. Engine Oil Fill K. Brake Fluid Reservoir D. Coolant Recovery Tank E. Air Filter Restriction Indicator L. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir M. FuseRelay Center F.
Page 303 “VORTEC” 7400 Engine When you lift up the hood you’ll see: 6-12...
Page 304 H. Engine Oil Fill A. Battery Coolant Recovery Tank I. Fan J. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir C. Air Cleaner K. Brake Fluid Reservoir D. Radiator Cap L. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir Air Filter Restriction Indicator Engine Oil Dipstick M. FuseRelay Center G.
Page 305 Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine) Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see “Engine Oil cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, (Diesel Engine)”...
Page 306 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use NOTICE: Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the “Starburst” symbol. This symbol Don’t add too much oil. If your engine has so indicates that the oil has been certified by the American much oil that the oil level gets above the upper Petroleum Institute (API).
Page 307 As shown in the chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS vehicle. However, you can use SAE 1OW-30 if it’s going FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST to be 0°F 18 C) or above.
Page 308 Engine Oil Additives If none of them is true, use the long trip/highway maintenance schedule. Change the oil and filter every Don’t add anything to your oil. Your dealer is ready to 7,500 miles (12 500 or 12 months -- whichever advise if you think something should be added.
Page 309 Air Cleaner (Gasoline Engines) The air cleaner assembly has an indicator that lets you know when the air filter is dirty and needs to be serviced. The indicator is located in the air intake tube between the air cleaner and the engine. See “Owner Checks and Services’’...
Page 310 To remove the air filter, unhook the retainer clips and Install the new filter by pushing it all the way to the stop remove the cover. Lift the filter and the connected duct on the duct. out of the air cleaner housing. Hold the duct and remove Install the duct and the filter into the air cleaner housing.
Page 311 Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to Automatic Transmission Fluid replace the air filter. See “Owner Checks and Services” If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see “Automatic in the Index. Transmission Fluid” in the Diesel Supplement. When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed.
Page 312 Checking Transmission Fluid Hot NOTICE: Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about miles when outside temperatures are above Too much or too little fluid can damage your 50°F (10°C). If it's colder than 50°F lO"C), drive transmission. Too much can mean that some of the vehicle in THIRD (3) until the engine temperature gage moves and then remains steady for 10 minutes.
Page 313 With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift 2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and lever through each gear range, pausing for about then pull it back out again. three seconds in each range. Then, position the shift lever in PARK (P).
Page 314 Rear Axle How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what When to Check and Change Lubricant kind of transmission fluid to use. See “Recommended Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. often to check the lubricant and when to change it.
Page 315 How to Check Lubricant What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Four-wheel Drive Most lubricant checks in this section also apply to four-wheel-drive vehicles. However, they have two additional systems that need lubrication.
Page 316 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 “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. How to Check Lubricant Automatic Transfer Case If the leve .s below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant.
Page 317 When the differential is cold, add enough lubricant to A 50/50 mixture of water and DEX-COOL@ raise the level to 1/2 inch (12 mm) below the filler coolant will: plug hole. Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C). When the differential is at operating temperature Give boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C).
Page 318 What to Use NOTICE: Use a mixture of one-half clean water (preferably distilled) and one-half DEX-COOL’ coolant which If you use an improper coolant mixture, your won’t damage aluminum parts. If you use this mixture, engine could overheat and be badly damaged. you don’t need to add anything else.
Page 319 Checking Coolant CAUTIOP' Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. With the coolant recovery tank, you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator. Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little...
Page 320 Radiator Pressure Cap NOTICE: m - - Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck.
Page 321 Power Steering Fluid How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool, wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean, then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it.
Page 322 Windshield Washer Fluid NOTICE: What to Use When using concentrated washer fluid, When you need windshield washer flu .id, be sure to read follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be adding water. operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer protection against freezing.
Page 323 So, it isn’t a good idea to “top off’ your brake fluid. Brakes Adding brake fluid won’t correct a leak. If you add fluid Brake Fluid when your linings are worn, then you’ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings. You should add Your brake master cylinder (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is reservoir is here.
Page 324 Checking Brake Fluid What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 such as Delco Supreme 11 (GM Part brake fluid No. 12377967). Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it.
Page 325 NOTICE: CAU J O N : Using the wrong fluid can badly damage The brake wear warning sound means that soon brake system parts. For example, just a few your brakes won’t work well. That could lead to drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine an accident.
Page 326 Replacing Brake System Parts Your rear drum brakes don’t have wear indicators, but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise, have the rear The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex. Its brake linings inspected immediately. Also, the rear many parts have to be of top quality and work well brake drums should be removed and inspected each time together if the vehicle is to have really good braking.
Page 327 Battery Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods. Every new vehicle has a Delco Freedom@ battery. You Also, for your audio system, see “Theft-Deterrent never have to add water to one of these. When it’s time Feature”...
Page 328 Sealed Beam Headlamps 1. Remove the four screws from the, headlamp retainer. 4. Plug in the new headlamp and put it in place. 5. Install the retainer to the headlamp and tighten 2. Pull the headlamp out and remove the retainer. the screws.
Page 329 Composite Headlamps 3. Unplug the 4. Turn the bulb to the left and remove it. 5. Put the new bulb into the lens assembly and turn it to the right until it is tight. 1. Remove the two hex head pins at the top of the 6.
Page 330 Front Parkinflrn Signal Lamps with Sealed Beam Headlamps 1. Remove the two screws at the inside edge of the parking/turn signal lamp assembly. Pull the socket out of the lamp assembly. Push in gently on the bulb, turn it to the left and remove it from the socket.
Page 331 3. Pull the socket out of the Front Parkin-rn Signal Lamps with lamp assembly. Composite Headlamps 1. Remove the four screws and take out the parkingltum signal lamp assembly. 4. Push in gently on the bulb, turn it to the left and remove it from the socket.
Page 332 Sidemarker Lamps with Sealed Beam and 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. Composite Headlamps 1. Remove the four screws and pull out the parkinghrn signal lamp assembly. 4. Put a new bulb into the socket and push it in until it is tight.
Page 333 4. Remove the screws from Roof Marker Lamps the bulb retainer and 1. Remove the screws and lift off the lens. take the bulb retainer off of the lamp assembly. 2. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. 3. Put a new bulb into the socket and push it in until it is tight.
Page 334 To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 1. Lift the wiper arm and rotate the blade until it is facing away from the windshield. For proper type and length, see “Normal Maintenance 2. Push the release lever and slide the wiper assembly Replacement Parts”...
Page 335 Inflation Tire Pressure The Certification/Tire label, which is on the rear edge of the driver’s door, or on the incomplete vehicle document in the cab, shows the correct inflation pressures for your Poorly maintained and improperly used tires tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has are dangerous.
Page 336 When to Check NOTICE: Check your tires once a month or more. Also, check the tire pressure of the spare tire. Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation or How to Check overinflation is all right. It’s not. If your tires don’t have enough air (underinflation), you can Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire get the following:...
Page 337 After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more rear inflation pressures as shown on the uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. The first rotation is the most important. See “Scheduled Certificationire label.
Page 338 When It’s Time for New Tires The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric. One way to tell when it’s The tire has a bump, bulge or split. time for new tires is to The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that check the treadwear can’t be repaired well because of the size or location...
Page 339 Uniform Tire Quality Grading CAUTION: The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which grades tires by Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This driving.
Page 340 may depart significantly from the norm due to variations Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is in driving habits, service practices and differences in established for a tire that is properly inflated and not road characteristics and climate. overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, Traction A, B, C...
Page 341 Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying NOTICE: capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. The wrong wheel can also cause problems with If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or equipment parts.
Page 342 Tire Chains NOTICE: (Continued) NOTICE: Don’t use chains on the tires of the front axle. Tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends I f your vehicle has P265/75R16 or LT26975R16 securely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the size tires, don’t use tire chains.
Page 343 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Never use these to clean your vehicle: Gasoline Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinyl, leather, plastic and painted surfaces Benzene with a clean, damp cloth. Naphtha Your dealer has two cleaners, Multi-Purpose Interior Carbon Tetrachloride...
Page 344 Fabric Protection Using Multi-Purpose Interior Cleaner on Fabric Your vehicle has upholstery and carpet that has been treated with Scotchgard" Fabric Protector, a 3M 1. Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt. product. It protects fabrics by repelling oil and water, 2.
Page 345 Cleaning Leather Stains caused by candy, ice cream, mayonnaise, chili sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows: Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain. saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth. Then, let the leather dry naturally.
Page 346 Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Cleaning Glass Surfaces Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM cloth or sponge. Commercial cleaners may affect the Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner surface finish.
Page 347 Cleaning the Outside of the Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle Windshield, Backglass and The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Wiper Blades Washing Your Vehicle If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield.
Page 348 Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other Cleaning Exterior LampsLenses salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird Use lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a liquid droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can hand, dish or car washing (mild detergent) soap to clean damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted exterior lamps and lenses.
Page 349 Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Don’t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes. These Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels. their luster.
Page 350 Finish Damage Chemical Paint Spotting Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and quickly and may develop into a major repair expense.
Page 351 Appearance Care Materials Chart USAGE PART NUMBER SIZE DESCRIPTION in. x 25 in. Polishing Cloth Wax Treated 23 994954 Exterior polishing cloth Removes tar, road oil and asphalt 1050 172 16 oz. (0.473 L) Tar and Road Oil Remover Use on chrome, stainless steel, nickel, copper arid brass 1050173 16 oz.
Page 352 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, specifications and replacement parts. - 1 1 . 111.111.1111 111 111111 1 1 1 111111.. 1111111.1111 111..1111 1 1 - LE4UXWM072675...
Page 353 Electrical System Headlamps The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in Add-on Electrical Equipment the lamp switch. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to flicker on and off, or in some cases to remain off. If this happens, have your headlamp wiring checked NOTICE: right away.
Page 354 Instrument Panel Fuse Block Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from The fuse block access door short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers is on the driver’s side edge and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself. This of the instrument panel.
Page 355 FuseKircuit Usage Breaker Instrument Cluster, DRL Relay, Lamp Switch, Keyless Entry, Low Coolant Module, Illuminated Entry Module, DRAC (Diesel Engine) Rear Comfort Controls Cruise Control Auxiliary Power Outlet Crank License Lamp, Parking Lamps, Taillamps, Roof Marker Lamps, Tailgate Lamps, Front Sidemarkers, Fog Lamp Relay, Door Switch Illumination, Fender Lamps, Headlamp Switch Illumination...
Page 356 Underhood FuseLRelay Center FuseKircuit Breaker Usage 4WD Indicator, Cluster, Front and Rear Comfort Controls, Instrument Switches, Radio Illumination, Chime Module DRL Relay, Fog Lamp Relay Front and Rear Turn Signals, Back-up Lamps, BTSI Solenoid Radio (Ignition) 4WAL/VCM, ABS, Cruise Control Radio (Battery) PRNDL, Automatic Transmission, Speedometer, Check Gages,...
Page 357 Name Circuits Protected AUX FAN Auxiliary Fan ECM- 1 Injectors, PCMNCM HTD ST-FR Heated Front Seats STARTER RELAY Air Conditioning HTD MIR Heated Outside Mirrors ENG- 1 Ignition Switch, EGR, Canister Purge, EVRV Idle Coast Solenoid, RELAY Heated Fuel Heater 0 2 , (Diesel Engine), Water Sensor (Diesel Engine)
Page 358 Replacement Bulbs POWER RATING AT 12.8V, WATTS LAMP OR BULB TRADE NO. HEADLAMPS 2 Headlamp System (Sealed Beam) 35/65 LowMigh Beam H6054 4 Headlamp System (Composite) Low Beam 9006 High Beam 9005 TRADE NO. LAMP OR BULB EXTERIOR Front Marker Lamp 2357NA Front Parking and Turn Lamp 3057...
Page 359 LAMP OR BULB TRADE NO. INTERIOR Dome Lamps 211-2 Reading Lamps 211-2 Roof Console Lamps* Door Courtesy Lamp 214* Four-Wheel-Drive Indicator** Four-Wheel-Drive Shift Lever** Instrument Panel Compartment Lamp Ashtray Lamp Sunshade Vanity Mirror *Suburban Only **Manual Transfer Case 6-68...
Page 360 Capacities and Specifications Please refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index for more information. Engine Identification Gasoline Engines “VORTEC” 7400 Engine “VORTEC” 5700 Type RPO Code L3 1 VIN Code SFI* Fuel System SFI* *Sequential Fuel Injection Wheels and Tires TORQUE MODEL DESCRIPTION...
Page 361 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Gasoline Engines 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 362 Cooling System Capacity (Approximate) After refill, the level must be rechecked. See “Cooling System” in the Index. ENGINE QTY With Rear Heater VIN QTY Without Rear Heater “VORTEC” 5700 20 Quarts (19 L) 17.5 Quarts (16.5 L) 27.5 Quarts (26 L) “VORTEC”...
Page 363 NOTES 6-72...
Page 364 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. Introduction Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services 7-27 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule Short Trip/City Definition 7-38 Part B: Owner Checks and Services...
Page 365 Introduction IMPORTANT. Your Vehicle and the Environment KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your LEVEL AND CHANGE AS vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the RECOMMENDED environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important.
Page 366 “Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections” explains important inspections that your dealer’s service department or another qualified service center should perform. “Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” lists Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can some recommended products to help keep your vehicle jobs, you can be dangerous.
Page 367 The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D. Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these. All Services parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle. Using Your Maintenance Schedule These schedules are for vehicles that: We at General Motors want to help you keep your...
Page 368 Maintenance Schedule Short Trip/City Definition Gasoline Engines Short TripKity Intervals Gasoline Engines Follow the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule if any Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs first). Chassis Lubrication (or 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 369 Maintenance Schedule Lone: TridHie:hwav Definition Gasoline E n k e s Short Trip/City Intervals Gasoline Engines Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire conditions from the Short Trip/City Maintenance Inspection.
Page 370 Maintenance Schedule Long Tripmighway Intervals Gasoline Engines Long TripHighway Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Drive Belt Inspection. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Chassis Lubrication (or every 12 months, whichever Inspection.
Page 371 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles propshaft spline and brake pedal springs. Ball joints and 166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles kingpin bushings should not be lubricated unless their (166 000 k m ) at the same intervals.
Page 372 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 3,000 Miles 000 km) DATE 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. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
Page 373 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) (Continued) Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant **.) velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 374 Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines For Two-Wheel-Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first). Vehicles With GVWR Above 8,500 lbs. Only: Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness. Adjust or replace as required. This is a Noise Emission Control Service.
Page 375 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 21,000 Miles (35 000 (Continued) Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant **.) velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 376 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE 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 377 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) (Continued) Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant **.) velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 378 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) DATE 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 379 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) DATE 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 380 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICEDBY MILEAGE 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 381 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) (Continued) Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant **.) velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 382 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) Conduct Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system inspection as described in the service manual. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) Conduct evaporative control system inspection. Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook-up, routing and condition.
Page 383 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) DATE 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 384 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant **.) velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 385 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) DATE 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 386 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 387 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 000 km) (Continued) 90,000 Miles (150 For Two-Wheel-Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first). Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) Rotate tires.
Page 388 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICEDBY MILEAGE 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 389 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 100,000 Miles (1 66 000 km) DATE Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F C) or higher.
Page 390 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles Lubricate the front suspension, kingpin bushings, (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles steering linkage, transmission shift linkage, transfer case (166 000 at the same intervals.
Page 391 Long Trip/Highway Maintena Gasoline Engines :e Sch mule 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) DATE 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 392 22,500 Miles (37 500 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. Check constant **.) velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
Page 393 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engine3 30,000 Miles 000 km) (Continued) Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) Vehicles With GVWR Above 8,500 lbs. Only: Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness. Adjust or replace as required. This is a Noise Emission Control Service.
Page 394 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant **.) velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote Vehicles With GVWR Above 8,500 lbs. Only: Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness. Adjust or replace as required. This is Noise Emission Control Sewice.
Page 395 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). MILEAGE 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 396 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) Vehicles With GVWR Above 8,500 lbs.
Page 397 Long Tripmighway Maintenanct: Schedule Gasoline Engine$ 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) (Continued) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant **.) velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 398 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). SERVICED B Y MILEAGE 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. Check constant **.) velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
Page 399 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued) Vehicles With GVWR Above 8,500 lbs. Only: Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness. Adjust or replace as required. This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.
Page 400 100,000 Miles (1 66 000 km) rDATE Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.
Page 401 Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Part B: Owner Checks and Services Check the windshield washer fluid level in the Listed below are owner checks and services which windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if should be performed at the intervals specified to help necessary.
Page 402 Automatic Transmission Check Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See does not need regular maintenance.) “Automatic Transmission” in the Index. A fluid loss may indicate a problem.
Page 403 Starter Switch Check Brake-Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured.
Page 404 Ignition Transmission Lock Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn set the parking brake. the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift the engine running and transmission in...
Page 405 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Exhaust System Inspection Inspections Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, Listed below are inspections and services which should missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams, be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each holes, loose connections or other conditions which could spring and fall).
Page 406 Drive Axle Service Brake System Inspection Check readfront axle fluid level and add as needed. Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors Transfer Case (Four-wheel Drive) for surface condition.
Page 407 Part D: Recommended Fluids USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT and Lubricants Hydraulic Brake Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, System (GM Part No. 12377967 or part number or specification may be obtained from equivalent DOT-3 Brake Fluid). your dealer.
Page 408 USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT Chassis Chassis Lubricant (GM Part Front Axle Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985 or equivalent) or No. 12377985 or equivalent) or Lubrication Propshaft Spline lubricant meeting requirements of and Universal lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2, Category LB or Joints NLGI 2, Category LB or...
Page 409 FLUIDLUBRICANT USAGE USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT Hood and Door Multi-Pu ose Lubricant, Outer Tailgate Multi-Pu ose Lubricant, Hinges Superlube (GM Part Handle Pivot Superlube (GM Part No. 1234624 1 or equivalent). Points No. 1234624 1 or equivalent). Body Door Multi-Pu ose Lubricant, Weatherstrip Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Hinge Pins,...
Page 410 Part E: Maintenance Record Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on After the scheduled services are performed, record the the following record pages. Also, you should retain all date, odometer reading and who performed the service maintenance receipts.
Page 411 Maintenance Record 7-48...
Page 412 Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Chevrolet if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8- 10...
Page 413 Customer Satisfaction Procedure Chevrolet dealers have the facilities, trained technicians and up-to-date information to promptly address any concerns you may have. However, if a concern has not been resolved to your complete satisfaction, take the following steps: STEP ONE -- Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management.
Page 414 In the Dominican Republic: 1-800-75 1-4135 cannot be resolved by the dealership without further (English) or 1-800-75 1-4 136 (Spanish) help, contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance In the Bahamas: 1-800-389-0009 Center by calling 1-800-222- 1020. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication...
Page 415 To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or Nature of concern speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer We encourage you to call us so we can give your inquiry Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with prompt attention.
Page 416 To enhance Chevrolet's strong commitment to customer satisfaction, Chevrolet is excited to announce the establishment of the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Center. As the owner of a 1998 Chevrolet, membership in Roadside Assistance is free.
Page 417 Plus: the Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty FREE Non-Warranty Towing (to the closest dealer to eligible purchasers of 1998 Chevrolet passenger car from a legal roadway) and light duty trucks. (Please see your selling dealer for details.)
Page 418 For complete program details, see your Chevrolet dealer Please refer to the Roadside Assistance brochure to obtain a Roadside Assistance Center brochure. inside your owner information portfolio for full program details. The Roadside Assistance Center uses companies that will provide you with quality and priority service. When...
Page 419 Courtesy Transportation Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Chevrolet offers Courtesy Transportation for customers Chevrolet reserves the right to make any changes or needing warranty service. Courtesy Transportation will discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time be offered in conjunction with the coverage provided by without notification.
Page 420 BBB AUTO LINE Both Chevrolet and your Chevrolet dealer are committed Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new 4200 Wilson Boulevard vehicle.
Page 421 General Motors. or in the courts. For further information, contact the BBB at 1-800-955-5100 or the Chevrolet Customer To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Assistance Center at 1-800-222- 1020.
Page 422 In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-222-1020 or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 7047 Troy, MI 48007-7047 8-11...
Page 423 1998 CHEVROLET SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order, or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.)
Page 424 ORDER TOLL FREE Orders will be mailed within 10 days of receipt. Please allow ade uate time for postal service. If further information is needed, write to the address s (NOTE: For Credit Card Holders Only) own below or call 1 -800-782-4356 1-800-782-4356.
Page 425 NOTES 8-14...
Page 426 Section 9 Index ............A i r 1-31 Armrest Storage Compartment...
Page 427 ......... Brake Chains. Safety 4-51 ..............Adjustment 6-35 Chains.
Page 428 ............Climate Control.
Page 429 ..........E a s y Entry Seat (2-Door utility) Fabric Cleaning 6-53...
Page 430 G a g e s Hood ......... Engine Coolant Temperature 2-76 Checking Things Under...
Page 431 ..........K e y Lock Cylinder Service 7-39 Loading Your Vehicle 4-43 ........Keyless Entry System Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving 4-14 ......... . .
Page 432 ............. . . P a i n t Spotting.
Page 433 ............. . Replacing Safety Belts 1-64 Radiator...
Page 434 ..1-1 ....... . Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions 1-40 Restraint Systems...
Page 435 ....... Speech Impaired. Customer Assistance Third Gear. Automatic Transmission 2- 18 .
Page 436 ........Towing TTYUsers ....... . .
Page 437 ......Windshield Wipers 2-35 Wheel ............

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