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Page 3 Table of Contents Seats and Restraint Systems Seats and Seat Controls Air Bag System Section Safety Belts Child Restraints Features and Controls Keys and Door Locks Cruise Control Section Keyless Entry System Interior and Exterior Lamps Tailgate Mirrors Automatic Transmission (If Equipped) Storage Compartments Four-Wheel Drive Operation (If Equipped) Convenience Net/Cargo Cover/Luggage Carrier (If Equipped)
Page 4 Table of Contents (cont'd) Comfort Controls and Audio Systems Heating and Air Conditioning Radio/Cassette Player/CD Player Section Setting the Radio Clock Radio Theft-Deterrent Feature Your Driving and the Road Braking/Anti-lock Brakes (If Equipped) Recreational Vehicle Towing Section Steering Loading Your Vehicle Driving Tips for Various Road Conditions Towing a Trailer Off-Road Driving...
Page 5 Table of Contents (cont'd) Service and Appearance Care Fuel Appearance Care Section Checking Fluids and Lubricants Electrical System/Fuses and Circuit Breakers Bulb Replacement Capacities and Specifications Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Tires and Wheels Maintenance Schedule Section Scheduled Maintenance Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Periodic Maintenance Inspections...
Page 6 Table of Contents (cont'd) Customer Assistance Information Customer Satisfaction Procedures Warranty Information (See Warranty Manual) Section Customer Assistance Offices Reporting Safety Defects on page 8-10 Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation Service Publications Index In the Index you will find an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. Section You can use it to quickly find something you want to read.
Page 7 We support voluntary technician certification. GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, GMC, the GMC Emblem and the name YUKON are registered trademarks and the name DENALI is a registered trademark of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a it was printed.
Page 8: How To Use This Manual
How to Use this Manual Safety Warnings and Symbols Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you do this, it will help you learn about the features and about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore controls for your vehicle.
Page 9: Vehicle Damage Warnings
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. symbol means “Don’t,”...
Page 10: Vehicle Symbols
Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. For example, These symbols These symbols These symbols These symbols Here are some these symbols are important have to do with are on some of are used on other symbols are used on an for you and...
Page 11: Model Reference
Model Reference This manual covers this model: 4-Door Utility...
Page 12 Service Station Guide Cooling System Tire Pressure See Section 5 Battery See Section 6 See Section 6 a More Spare Tire Pressure Detailed Look at See Section 5 What's Under the Hood See Section 6 Hood Release See Section 6 Engine Oil Dipstick Windshield Washer Fuel...
Page 13: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. Seats and Seat Controls Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone...
Page 14: Seats And Seat Controls
Seats and Seat Controls You can use the round center knob to move the seat to where you want it. To do this, move the knob up. To This section tells you about the seats how to adjust lower the seat, move the knob down. To move the seat them and fold them up and down.
Page 15: Heated Front Seats
Power Lumbar Adjustment Heated Front Seats Your vehicle has a power lumbar adjuster located at the The control for the driver’s side heated seat is located on front of the control panel on the left side of the seat. You the left side of the seat.
Page 16: Reclining Front Seatbacks
Reclining Front Seatbacks To adjust the seatback, move the lever rearward. Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it. Move the lever again rearward and the seatback will go to an upright position. But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving.
Page 17: Head Restraints
Head Restraints CAUTION: Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous.
Page 18 Folding the Rear Seat Fold the seatback forward enough to allow removal Your vehicle has a 60/40 rear seat. Either side may be of the head restraints. Push folded down to give you more cargo space. and hold the release buttons Before folding, place the latch portion of the center at the bottom of each head safety belt in the center armrest.
Page 19 Then, store the head 2. Lift the seatback up enough to install the restraints by sliding them head restraints. into the rear of the seat 3. Push the seatback rearward all the way. cushion. Make sure the 4. Lower the seat cushion until it latches in position. posts go in all the way.
Page 20: Safety Belts: They're For Everyone
Heated Rear Seats Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts The controls for the heated properly. It also tells you some things you should not do rear seats are located on the with safety belts.
Page 21 In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. CAUTION: You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
Page 22: Why Safety Belts Work
Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat on wheels. 1-10...
Page 23 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider The person keeps going until stopped by something. doesn’t stop. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... 1-11...
Page 24 or the instrument panel ... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. 1-12...
Page 25: Here Are Questions Many People Ask About
Here Are Questions Many People Ask If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? About Safety Belts and the Answers You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident even one that isn’t your fault...
Page 26: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see the part of this manual called “Children.”...
Page 27 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 28 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 29 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 30 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: 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 31 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 32 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: 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 33 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 fix it.
Page 34: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
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 35: Right Front Passenger Position
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the Here are the most important things to know about the air mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more bag system: likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making CAUTION: safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
Page 36 CAUTION: CAUTION: Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured air bag, as you would be if you were leaning or killed.
Page 37 There is an air bag How the Air Bag System Works 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 38 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 bag covering.
Page 39 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 40 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. After an air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the some people may not even realize the air bag inflated.
Page 41 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 42: Rear Seat Passengers
Adding Equipment to Your Air Rear Seat Passengers Bag-Equipped Vehicle It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear If I add a push bumper or a bicycle rack to the seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are front of my vehicle, will it keep the air bags wearing safety belts.
Page 43 Shoulder Belt 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. The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. If the belt is not long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender”...
Page 44 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 45 To move the height adjuster down, push in at the word PRESS and move the height adjuster to the desired position. You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide. 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.
Page 46: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides 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 47 1. Remove the guide from its storage clip on the side of 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic the seatback. cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide.
Page 48 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide described in “Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions” on top.
Page 49: Center Passenger Position
Center Passenger Position Lap Belt When you sit in the center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. 1-37...
Page 50: Children
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 51 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 frontal crash, an infant in a Smaller children and babies should always be rear facing restraint settles into the restraint, so the crash...
Page 52 CAUTION: (Continued) at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240 lb. (110 kg) force on your arms. The baby would be almost impossible to hold. Secure the baby in an infant restraint. CAUTION: Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle.
Page 53: Child Restraints
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 child restraints? 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 54 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 frontal crash.
Page 55 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 56: Where To Put The Restraint
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. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both.
Page 57: Top Strap
Top Strap CAUTION: A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates. This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat.
Page 58 CAUTION: Routing the top strap for a child restraint over or under the cargo security shade could cause the shade to come loose and even break. If this happens, the shade could be thrown about the vehicle in a collision or sudden maneuver. You or others could be injured.
Page 59: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Outside Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position You’ll be using the lap shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint.
Page 60 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of 5. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor to set the lock. the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten...
Page 61 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 the Center Rear Seat Position You’ll be using the lap belt.
Page 62: Front Seat Position
To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt. It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat.
Page 63 You’ll be using the lap shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure CAUTION: to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and A child in a rear facing child restraint can be as the instructions say.
Page 64 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 5. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-52...
Page 65 6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 7.
Page 66: Larger Children
Larger Children If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat.
Page 67 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. What if a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is...
Page 68 CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen.
Page 69: Safety Belt Extender
Safety Belt Extender Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts? But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary.
Page 70 NOTES 1-58...
Page 71 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 72 Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Page 73 Your vehicle has one Your vehicle also has a key double sided key for the that locks and unlocks the ignition and all door locks. center floor console only. If you ever lose your key, your dealer will be able to assist you with obtaining a new one.
Page 74: Door Locks
Door Locks Front Door Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. You can use the keyless entry system. CAUTION: You can also use your key, but your vehicle has a theft deterrent system. If it is armed, unlocking and Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
Page 75: Power Door Locks
Power Door Locks On the passenger side of the rear panel door or tailgate, Press the side of the power there is a power lock switch door lock switch marked which can be used to lock or LOCK located on either unlock all of the doors.
Page 76: Leaving Your Vehicle
Child Security Locks Lockout Prevention To protect you from locking your key in the vehicle, this With this feature, you can feature stops the power door locks from locking when lock the rear side doors so the keys are in the ignition and a door is open. they can’t be opened from the inside by passengers.
Page 77: Keyless Entry System
Keyless Entry System This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: You can lock and unlock your doors, tailgate or panel (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, doors from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away and (2) this device must accept any interference using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with received, including interference that may cause...
Page 78 Check to determine if battery replacement or Alarm/Panic Mode transmitter resynchronization is necessary. See the The theft deterrent system provides a fourth button on instructions that follow. your transmitter. This button is the alarm/panic button. If you’re still having trouble, see your dealer or a If you are involved in a panic situation, press this button qualified technician for service.
Page 79: Matching Transmitter(S) To Your Vehicle
Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle 3. Turn the ignition from OFF to RUN three times quickly (within five seconds). The vehicle will Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to respond by locking the doors, unlocking the driver’s prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. doors and releasing the tailgate or panel doors.
Page 80: Battery Replacement
Battery Replacement To replace the battery: Under normal use, the battery in your transmitter should last about two years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it’s probably time to change the battery.
Page 81: Rear Doors
Resynchronization Rear Doors Resynchronization may be necessary due to the security method used by this system. The transmitter does not CAUTION: 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 It can be dangerous to drive with the tailgate the signal from the transmitter.
Page 82 Tailgate Glass and Tailgate (If Equipped) Panel Doors (If Equipped) If your vehicle has a tailgate, you must raise the rear To open the rear panel doors, you must first open the glass before lowering the tailgate. passenger’s side panel door and then pull the handles to open the doors.
Page 83 2. Then, hold the strap at Theft the white mark, pull the Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. strap toward you and Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent open the door all features, we know that nothing we put on it can make the way.
Page 84: Theft Deterrent System
Parking Lots Shock Sensor If you park in a lot where someone will be watching A shock sensor triggers the alarm when it detects a blow your vehicle, it’s best to lock it up and take your keys. to your vehicle. It is located in the center floor console. But what if you have to leave your ignition key? What if There are two levels of alarms via the shock sensor: you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle?
Page 85: Arming The System
Using a small flat tipped screwdriver, turn the Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Locking adjuster clockwise to increase sensitivity and turn If all the doors are closed, locking the vehicle with the counterclockwise to decrease sensitivity. The shock transmitter will immediately arm the system. The horn sensor is ignored by the alarm system when the ignition will chirp twice and the headlamps and parking lamps is on, when the tailgate or panel doors are open, when...
Page 86: Disarming The System
Passive Arming Turning Off the Alarm If the LOCK button on the keyless entry transmitter or If you started the alarm by pressing the panic button on the the power door lock switch is pressed, the system will keyless entry transmitter, you must either push that button arm immediately.
Page 87: Feature Customization
Feature Customization 5. Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY. You should hear two chimes to verify that the system Your vehicle’s locks and lighting systems can be is in programming mode. You will also be able to set programmed with several different features. The following Keyless Entry Verification, Arming Method, Arming list tells you the features that can be programmed.
Page 88 Keyless Entry Verification Mode 1: All Off (The headlamps will not flash and the horn will not sound to provide you feedback that a Your vehicle comes with this feature set in Mode 5. This lock/unlock command has been received by the keyless means that when you use the keyless entry transmitter to entry transmitter.) lock/unlock your vehicle, your headlamps and parking...
Page 89 Theft-Deterrent Arming Method Theft-Deterrent Arming Verification Your vehicle comes with this feature set in Mode 3. This Your vehicle comes with the theft deterrent arming means that both your keyless entry transmitter and the verification set in Mode 3. This means that if you arm power door lock switch will actively arm the system.
Page 90 Mode 1: All Off (No horn chirps or headlamps and Driver’s Door Alarm Delay parking lamps will flash.) If you open the driver’s door using your key, the alarm Mode 2: Horn and Lamps (Your headlamps and parking will not sound for eight seconds. lamps will flash and your horn will chirp twice to verify Leaving Programming Mode the system is armed using any arming method.)
Page 91 Circuit Breakers” in the Index). See your dealer Don’t drive at any one speed fast or for service. slow for the first 500 miles (805 km). In an emergency, call the GMC Roadside Assistance Don’t make full throttle starts. Center at 1 8782 (1 8782) in...
Page 92: Ignition Positions
Ignition Positions LOCK (B): This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transmission. It’s a theft deterrent feature. You can use your key to turn your ignition switch to five You will only be able to remove your key when the different positions.
Page 93: Retained Accessory Power
Retained Accessory Power How to Start the Engine Your vehicle is equipped with a Retained Accessory 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your Power (RAP) feature which will allow certain features ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let of your vehicle to continue to work up to 20 minutes go of the key.
Page 94 3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) stops), wait 15 seconds and start over. In very cold weather, When the engine starts, let go of the key and the 0 _ F ( 18 _ C) or colder, accelerator pedal.
Page 95: To Use The Engine Coolant Heater
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from 1. Turn off the engine. moving engine parts. If you don’t, it could be damaged.
Page 96: Automatic Transmission Operation
Automatic Transmission Operation CAUTION: 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 97 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. CAUTION: 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 is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the moving forward could damage your brake pedal, your vehicle could move very transmission.
Page 98 AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE ( ): This position is for If you manually select SECOND (2), the transmission normal driving. If you need more power for passing, will drive in second gear. You may use this feature for and you’re: reducing torque to the rear wheels when you are trying to start your vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces.
Page 99: Four Wheel Drive
Four Wheel Drive Front Axle Locking Feature The front axle locks and unlocks automatically when Your vehicle has four wheel drive. You can send your you shift the transfer case. Some delay for the axle to engine’s driving power to all four wheels for extra lock or unlock is normal.
Page 100 engage four wheel drive. Driving in this mode results in lower fuel economy than 2HI. 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 101 NEUTRAL: Shift the vehicle’s transfer case to Shifting to 2HI NEUTRAL only when towing your vehicle. See Press and release the 2HI switch. This can be done at “Recreational Vehicle Towing” or “Towing Your any speed. Vehicle” in the Index for more information. Shifting to 4LO Indicator lights in the switches show which setting you are in.
Page 102 Shifting Out of 4LO Shifting to NEUTRAL To shift from 4LO to 4HI, AUTO 4WD or 2HI your To shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL, first make sure vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph the vehicle is parked so that it will not roll: (4.8 km/h) with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N) and 1.
Page 103: Parking Brake
Shifting Out of NEUTRAL Parking Brake To shift out of NEUTRAL: To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake 1. Set the parking brake and apply the regular pedal with your left foot.
Page 104 If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released, Shifting Into PARK (P) the brake system warning light will go off. CAUTION: NOTICE: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if Driving with the parking brake on can cause the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the your rear brakes to overheat.
Page 105 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. Be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL (N).
Page 106: Torque Lock
Leaving Your Vehicle With the parking brake is firmly set before you leave it. After you move the shift lever into PARK (P), hold the regular Engine Running brake pedal down. Then, see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK (P) without first pulling it toward you.
Page 107: Parking Over Things That Burn
Shifting Out of PARK (P) Parking Over Things That Burn Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control 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.
Page 108: Engine Exhaust
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 CAUTION: smell.
Page 109: Power Windows
Locking Rear Axle CAUTION: 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, but when one of the rear It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if wheels has no traction and the other does, this feature the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle.
Page 110 The driver’s door has a switch for the passenger Electric Tailgate Glass Release windows also. The power windows will work when the Before operating your electric tailgate glass release, see ignition has been turned to ACCESSORY, RUN or when “Rear Doors” in the the Index. in Retained Accessory Power (RAP).
Page 111: Multifunction Lever
Horn Multifunction Lever Push on the air bag module in the center of the steering wheel to sound the horn. Tilt Wheel A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your: Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator You can also raise it to the highest level to give your...
Page 112: Turn Signal And Lane Change Indicator
Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator If you move the lever all the way up or down and the arrow flashes at twice the normal rate, a signal bulb may The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two be burned out and other drivers may not see your downward (for left) positions.
Page 113 Windshield Wipers For steady wiping at low speed, turn the control to the LOW position. For high speed wiping, turn the control You operate the windshield further, to HIGH. To stop the wipers, turn the control wipers by turning the to OFF.
Page 114: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer Washer fluid will spray as long as you push the paddle. When you let go of the paddle, the wipers will continue At the top of the lever, to wipe for a few seconds and then either stop or return there’s a paddle with the to the preset speed.
Page 115: Cruise Control
To wash the window, push in on the switch. Window This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does washer fluid will continue to spray until the switch is not work at speeds below 25 mph (40 km/h). released. The wiper will continue with three more wipes When you apply your brakes, cruise control shuts off.
Page 116 Setting Cruise Control Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the cruise control switch from ON to R/A (Resume/Accelerate) briefly. CAUTION: You’ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there. If you leave your cruise control switch on when Remember, if you hold the switch at R/A, the vehicle you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button will keep going faster until you release the switch or...
Page 117 Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. If the steepness of the hill causes the vehicle speed to drop There are two ways to reduce your speed while using more than 15 mph (24 km/h) below the set speed, your cruise control: cruise control will automatically disengage.
Page 118: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps Turn the knob clockwise, to the parking lamp symbol, to turn on the following: Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Turn the knob clockwise again, to the master lighting symbol, to turn on all the lamps listed as well as the headlamps.
Page 119: Automatic Headlamp System
Automatic Headlamp System The DRL system will make your headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when: When it is dark enough outside, your automatic the ignition is on, headlamp system will turn on your headlamps at the normal brightness along with other lamps such as the the headlamp switch is off, taillamps, sidemarker, parking lamps and the instrument the parking brake is released and...
Page 120: Fog Lamps
Fog Lamps Headlamp Delay Your vehicle has fog lamps. Use them for better vision Your vehicle is equipped with a headlamp delay feature in foggy or misty conditions. Your parking lamps and/or that holds the headlamps on for a short period of time beam headlamps must be on for your fog lamps to after the ignition is turned off.
Page 121: Interior Lamps
The length of time that the headlamps stay on after the Exit Lighting and Delayed Illumination ignition is turned off can be adjusted by pressing and With this feature, your interior lamps will come on and holding the HEADLAMP DELAY button. The delay can stay on for up to 25 seconds when entering the vehicle be varied in five steps (0, 15, 30, 60 and 90 seconds).
Page 122: Reading Lamps
Reading Lamps Your vehicle has reading lamps. Press the button located next to the lamp to turn the lamp on or off. The lamps can be adjusted to point in the direction you want. You can use the DOME OVERRIDE button, located below the parking/headlamp knob, to set the dome Battery Rundown Protection lamps to come on automatically when the doors are...
Page 123 Mirrors The mirror also includes an eight point compass display in the upper right corner of the mirror face. When on, Electrochromic Inside Rearview Mirror the compass automatically calibrates as the vehicle is driven. with Compass, Temperature Display and Headlamp Delay Your vehicle has electrochromic inside and outside rearview mirrors.
Page 124 Temperature Display Electrochromic Mirror Operation The temperature can be displayed by pressing the TEMP The TEMP side of the switch, located at the bottom of switch. Pressing the TEMP switch once briefly will the mirror, also turns the electrochromic inside and toggle the temperature reading on and off.
Page 125 Compass Calibration Compass Variance The compass may need calibration if: The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate After five seconds, the display does not show a for compass variance if you live outside zone eight.
Page 126 2. Find your current location and variance zone number Electric Outside Rearview Mirrors on the following zone map. The electric mirrors can be adjusted 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 127: Storage Compartments
Electrochromic Heated Outside CAUTION: Rearview Mirrors The outside rearview mirrors feature auto dimming and defrost modes. 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 eight seconds.
Page 128: Center Overhead Console
Center Overhead Console To use the cupholder, pull the handle and slide the Your vehicle has an overhead console. It has storage cupholder tray open. compartments inside it. Your vehicle also has a HomeLink transmitter. See “HomeLink Transmitter” in the Index. Sunglasses Compartment The center overhead compartment can be used to store your sunglasses.
Page 129 Your console also has a cupholder that swings down for the rear seat passengers to use. The console also contains the following components: To open it, insert the console key into the lock and unlock the console. Press the button in and swing the Rear Seat Audio System Controls console lid upward.
Page 130: Convenience Net
Armrest Storage Compartment Cargo Security Shade Your vehicle has a center armrest storage compartment in the rear seat. CAUTION: Other Storage Compartments An improperly stored cargo cover could be Your vehicle includes a number of storage thrown about the vehicle during a collision or compartments for storage of often used items.
Page 131 Your vehicle has a cargo security shade. You can use it to cover items in the cargo area of your vehicle. To use the shade, pull the shade handle toward the rear To put the shade in the vehicle, first make sure the shade of the vehicle.
Page 132: Cargo Tie Downs
Cargo Tie Downs NOTICE: There are cargo tie downs in the rear cargo area that Loading cargo that weighs more than 200 lbs. allow you to strap cargo in (90.6 kg) on the luggage carrier may damage and keep it from moving your vehicle.
Page 133: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter
Tie the load to the crossrails or the side rail supports. Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Use the crossrails only to keep the load from sliding. Front Ashtray If you need to carry long items, move the crossrails as far apart as they will go. Tie the load to the The front ashtray is located at the bottom of the crossrails and tie loops.
Page 134: Accessory Power Outlets
Rear Door Ashtrays Accessory Power Outlets To use a rear ashtray, flip the lid open. To remove a rear ashtray, open the lid and pull the ashtray assembly upward. To use the cigarette lighter, push it in all the way, and let go.
Page 135: Sun Visors
One auxiliary power outlet Sun Visors is located at the rear of the To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You center floor console, for rear can also swing them out to help block glare at the front seat passengers to use.
Page 136: Homelink Transmitter
HomeLink Transmitter Changes and modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. Programming the HomeLink Transmitter Do not use the HomeLink transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the “stop and reverse” feature.
Page 137: Operating The Transmitter
2. Decide which one of the three channels you want to Be sure to keep the original hand held transmitter program. Hold the end of the hand held transmitter in case you need to erase and reprogram the about 2 to 5 inches (5 to 13 cm) away from the HomeLink transmitter.
Page 138 To determine if you have this system, press the button 1. Find the training button on the garage door opener on the HomeLink transmitter that you have programmed motor head unit. The exact location and color of the already. If the indicator light on the HomeLink button may vary by garage door opener brand.
Page 139 The garage door opener should now recognize the OnStar System (If Equipped) HomeLink transmitter. You may either use the OnStar is a vehicle communications service. The HomeLink transmitter or the hand held transmitter to following services are available through subscription open the garage door.
Page 140 Instrument Panel Your Information System 2-70...
Page 141 A. Dome Lamp Switch L. Cupholder B. Lamp Controls M. Auxiliary Power Outlets C. Air Outlets N. Storage Area or Compact Disc Player (If Equipped) D. Multifunction Lever O. Rear Window Defogger Switch E. Instrument Panel Cluster P. Fog Lamp Switch F.
Page 142: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster United States version shown, Canada 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 143: Speedometer And Odometer
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 144: Safety Belt Reminder Light
Warning Lights, Gages When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows and Indicators there may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please follow this manual’s advice. This part describes the warning lights and gages that Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even...
Page 145: Air Bag Readiness Light
Air Bag Readiness Light CAUTION: There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument If the air bag readiness light stays on after you panel, which shows start your vehicle, it means the air bag system AIR BAG. The system may not be working properly.
Page 146: Charging System Warning Light
Charging System Warning Light Voltmeter The charging system When your engine is not warning light should come running, but the ignition is on briefly when you turn on in the RUN position, this the ignition, before starting gage shows your battery’s the engine, as a check to state of charge in DC volts.
Page 147 You can only drive for a short time with the reading in If the warning light comes on, there could be a brake either warning zone. If you must drive, turn off all problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. unnecessary accessories.
Page 148 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light Engine Coolant Temperature Gage With the anti lock brake This gage shows the engine system, this light will coolant temperature. come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds. That’s normal. If the light stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, your vehicle needs service.
Page 149: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp NOTICE: (Service Engine Soon Light) Your vehicle is equipped If you keep driving your vehicle with this light with a computer which on, after a while, your emission controls may not monitors operation of the work as well, your fuel economy may not be as fuel, ignition and emission good and your engine may not run as smoothly.
Page 150 This light should come on, as a check to show you it is If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not “If the Light Is On Steady” following. running.
Page 151 If so, your electrical system may be wet. The condition Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs will usually be corrected when the electrical system Some state/provincial and local governments have or dries out. A few driving trips should turn the light off. may begin programs to inspect the emission control Have you recently changed brands of fuel? equipment on your vehicle.
Page 152: Oil Pressure Gage
Oil Pressure Gage CAUTION: The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. pressure in psi (pounds per If you do, your engine can become so hot that it square inch) when the engine is running.
Page 153: Security Light
Security Light Service Four-Wheel Drive Warning Light Your vehicle is equipped with an Automatic This light will come on Four Wheel Drive Transfer Case. It has a computer briefly when you turn the which controls the four wheel drive system. key to START.
Page 154 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Check Gages Light Indicator Light This light will come on briefly when you are This light will go on starting the engine. whenever the DRL are on. If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving, it could indicate a problem with your vehicle.
Page 155: Indicator Lights
Headlamp High-Beam Indicator Light Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Lights The high beam indicator is on whenever you use your The signal indicator will high beam headlamps. For come on whenever you more details about high signal a turn or lane change. beams, see “Headlamp See “Turn Signal and Lane High/Low...
Page 156: Fuel Gage
Fuel Gage Listed are four situations you may experience with your fuel gage: When the ignition is on, the At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the fuel gage tells you about gage reads F (Full). how much fuel you have It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the left in your tank.
Page 157 Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. Comfort Controls CD Adapter Kit Rear Air Conditioning Rear Seat Audio (RSA)
Page 158: Comfort Controls
Comfort Controls Temperature Knob The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the Heater and Air Conditioning temperature of the air flowing into the passenger area of Control System your vehicle. Turn the knob clockwise toward the red area for warmer air.
Page 159: Rear Air Conditioning
Rear Air Conditioning Your vehicle has rear air conditioning (without rear heater). The controls are located above the front and second seats. The front and rear overhead controls let you increase and decrease the airflow at the rear vents. To operate the rear air conditioning system, the front air conditioning system must be on.
Page 160: Air Conditioning
Air Conditioning Heating On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot On cold days, use the HEATER or VENT/HEAT setting air inside escape. This reduces the time it takes for your with the temperature knob in the red area. vehicle to cool down.
Page 161: Rear Window Defogger
Rear Window Defogger NOTICE: The lines you see running across the rear window are the rear window defogger. The lines warm the glass. Don’t use a razor blade or anything else sharp on To turn on the rear window the inside of the rear window. If you do, you defogger, press this button could cut or damage the warming grid, and the next to the fan control knob.
Page 162 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 163: Audio Systems
Audio Systems AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player Your 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 audio 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 164 Playing the Radio Finding a Station VOL: Press this knob to turn the system on and FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 off. To increase volume, turn the knob clockwise. Turn and FM2. The display will show your selection. it counterclockwise to decrease volume.
Page 165 4. Press and hold one of the six pushbuttons. The sound TREB: Press lightly on this knob to release it from its will mute. When it returns, release the button. stored position. Turn the knob clockwise to increase Whenever you press that numbered button, the treble and counterclockwise to decrease treble.
Page 166 Playing a Cassette Tape NEXT (3): Press the NEXT button or the SEEK right arrow to search for the next selection. A minimum Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that three second blank gap is required for the player to stop are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side.
Page 167: Cd Adapter Kit
CD TAPE: Press this button if you have a tape loaded CD Adapter Kits in the cassette tape player and the radio is turned on, to It is possible to use a CD adapter kit with your cassette play a tape. Press AM FM to return to the radio when a tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape is playing.
Page 168: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) the RSA controls. Note that if the front seat passengers switch the source for the main radio to a remote source, the RSA will play the same remote source. The rear speakers will be muted when the RSA power is turned on.
Page 169 SEEK: While listening to AM FM, press the up arrow P.SET PROG: The front passengers must be listening to tune to the next higher station and stay there. Press to something different for each of these functions the down arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay to work: there.
Page 170: Remote Compact Disc Player (If Equipped)
Remote Compact Disc Player (If Equipped) A disc that has been ejected but is still sitting in the remote CD player will be pulled back into the player after approximately 30 seconds. This protects the disc and player from damage. The disc will not start playing. To remove the disc, press the EJECT button and remove the disc from the player.
Page 171 PREV (1): Press this button to go back to the start of RANDOM: Press P.SCAN to enter the random play the current track if more than eight seconds have played. mode. RANDOM will appear on the display. While in Press PREV again to go to the previous track on this mode, the tracks on the disc will be played in the disc.
Page 172: Console Mounted Cd Changer
Console-Mounted CD Changer With the compact disc changer, you can play up to six discs continuously. Normal size discs may be played You must first load the magazine with discs before you using the slots supplied in the magazine. can play a compact disc. Load the CDs from bottom to top, placing the discs in the magazine label side up.
Page 173 Close the door by sliding it all the way forward. When PROG (2): Press this button to select a disc. The disc the CD magazine is loaded, the changer will begin number and track number will be displayed. checking for discs in the magazine. This will continue NEXT (3): Press this button or the SEEK right arrow for up to one and a half minutes, depending on the to go to the next track.
Page 174: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Compact Disc Changer Errors Theft-Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK R is designed to discourage theft of your If ERR appears on the display, it could be that: radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio You are driving on a very rough road. functions whenever battery power is removed.
Page 175 If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse between Unlocking the Theft Deterrent Feature After a any steps, the radio automatically reverts to time and Power Loss you must start the procedure over at Step 4. Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 1.
Page 176: Understanding Radio Reception
Disabling the Theft Deterrent Feature To unlock a secured radio, see “Unlocking the Theft Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss” earlier in Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than this section. 15 seconds between steps: Understanding Radio Reception 1.
Page 177: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player
To help avoid hearing loss or damage: Care of Your Cassette Tape Player Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably mechanism.
Page 178: Care Of Your Compact Discs
When using a scrubbing action, non abrasive cleaning After you clean the player, press and hold EJECT for cassette, it is normal for the cassette to eject because five seconds to reset the CLN indicator. The radio will your unit is equipped with a cut tape detection feature display to show the indicator was reset.
Page 179 NOTES 3-23...
Page 180 NOTES 3-24...
Page 181 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 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Drunken Driving City Driving Control of a Vehicle...
Page 182: Defensive Driving
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 183: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is drive. But what if people do? How much is “too much” a national tragedy.
Page 184 Since alcohol is carried in body water, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a 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.
Page 185 The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold CAUTION: showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to Drinking and then driving is very dangerous.
Page 186: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle Braking You have three systems that make your vehicle go where Braking action involves perception time and you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and reaction time. the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal.
Page 187: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy Your vehicle has anti lock brakes (ABS). ABS is an braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a advanced electronic braking system that will help mistake.
Page 188 The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. Here’s how anti lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you.
Page 189: Steering
Remember: Anti lock doesn’t change the time you need Speed-Sensitive Steering to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease This system varies the amount of steering effort stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in proportionate to your vehicle speed.
Page 190: Steering In Emergencies
Suppose you’re steering through a sharp curve. Then you Steering in Emergencies suddenly accelerate. Both control systems steering and There are times when steering can be more effective acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet than braking. For example, you come over a hill and the road.
Page 191: Off - Road Recovery
Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand.
Page 192: Passing
Passing Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a following too closely reduces your area of vision, lane highway waits for just the right moment, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle.
Page 193: Loss Of Control
Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder and In any emergency, don’t give up. Keep trying to start your left lane change signal before moving out steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough less danger.
Page 194: Off - Road Driving With Your
Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, Road Driving with Your gravel or other material is on the road. For safety, you’ll Four Wheel Drive Vehicle want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions. It is important to slow down on slippery This off road guide is for vehicles that have surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and...
Page 195 Before You Go Off-Roading CAUTION: There are some things to do before you go out. For example, be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done. Check to make sure all underbody Cargo on the load floor piled higher than shields (if so equipped) are properly attached.
Page 196: Environmental Concerns
Environmental Concerns Traveling to Remote Areas road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying It makes sense to plan your trip, especially when going recreation. However, it also raises environmental to a remote area. Know the terrain and plan your route. concerns.
Page 197: Scanning The Terrain
Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful Scanning the Terrain road driving. One of the best ways to control your road driving can take you over many different kinds vehicle is to control your speed. Here are some things to of terrain.
Page 198: Driving On Off-Road Hills
When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain, keep a Driving on Off-Road Hills firm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs or other road driving often takes you up, down or across a surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hands if hill.
Page 199: Approaching A Hill
Approaching a Hill Driving Uphill When you approach a hill, you need to decide if it’s one of Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, you those hills that’s just too steep to climb, descend or cross. need to take some special steps.
Page 200 Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of What should I do if my vehicle stalls, or is about the hill. to stall, and I can’t make it up the hill? Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible If this happens, there are some things you should to approaching traffic on trails or hills.
Page 201 Here are some things you must not do if you stall, or are side and stay clear of the path the vehicle would about to stall, when going up a hill. take if it rolled downhill. Do not shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL (N) when you leave the vehicle.
Page 202: Driving Downhill
Driving Downhill CAUTION: When off roading takes you downhill, you’ll want to consider a number of things: Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause How steep is the downhill? Will I be able to maintain your brakes to overheat and fade. This could cause vehicle control? loss of control and a serious accident.
Page 203: Driving Across An Incline
Am I likely to stall when going downhill? Driving Across an Incline It’s much more likely to happen going uphill. Sooner or later, an off road trail will probably go across the incline of a hill. If this happens, you have to decide But if it happens going downhill, here’s what to do.
Page 204 Surface conditions can be a problem when you drive across a hill. Loose gravel, muddy spots, or even wet CAUTION: grass can cause your tires to slip sideways, downhill. If the vehicle slips sideways, it can hit something Driving across an incline that’s too steep will that will trip it (a rock, a rut, etc.) and roll over.
Page 205: Stalling On An Incline
Stalling on an Incline CAUTION: If your vehicle stalls when you’re crossing an incline, be sure you (and your passengers) get out on the uphill side, even if the door there is harder to open. If you get Getting out on the downhill (low) side of a vehicle out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll stopped across an incline is dangerous.
Page 206: Driving In Water
Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction. Driving in Water On these surfaces, it’s very easy to lose control. On wet Light rain causes no special off road driving problems. ice, for example, the traction is so poor that you will But heavy rain can mean flash flooding, and flood have difficulty accelerating.
Page 207 After Off-Road Driving CAUTION: Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody, chassis or under the hood. These accumulations can be a fire hazard. Driving through rushing water can be dangerous. Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream After operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings and you and your passengers could drown.
Page 208: Driving At Night
Driving at Night Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively. Don’t drink and drive. Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead.
Page 209 No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But as Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle we get older these differences increase. A 50 year clean inside and out. Glare at night is made much driver may require at least twice as much light to see the worse by dirt on the glass.
Page 210: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction.
Page 211 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 212: Driving Through Deep Standing Water
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 213: Driving Through Flowing Water
Driving Through Flowing Water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Besides slowing down, allow some extra following distance. And be especially careful when you pass CAUTION: another vehicle. Allow yourself more clear room ahead, and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray.
Page 214: City Driving
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 215: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traffic. Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow.
Page 216: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Should you delay your trip a short service, have it done before starting out. Of course, time to avoid a major storm system? you’ll find experienced and able service experts in GMC dealerships all across North America. They’ll be ready Maps: Do you have up date maps? and willing to help if you need it.
Page 217: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads 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 218 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 Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the road.) ignition off is dangerous.
Page 219: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and 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 220 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 221 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...
Page 222 Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster CAUTION: than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle.
Page 223: Recreational Vehicle Towing
Recreational Vehicle Towing Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles There may be times when you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for use at your destination. Be CAUTION: sure to use the proper towing equipment designed for recreational vehicle towing. Follow the instructions for the towing equipment.
Page 224: Loading Your Vehicle
Use the following procedure to correctly tow your Loading Your Vehicle 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. 4.
Page 225 The Certification/Tire label also tells you the maximum Your warranty does not cover parts or components that weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle fail because of overloading. Weight Rating (GAWR). To find out the actual loads on If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases, your front and rear axles, you need to go to a weigh...
Page 226: Towing A Trailer
There’s also important loading information for off road NOTICE: driving in this manual. See “Loading Your Vehicle for Road Driving” in the Index. Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your Towing a Trailer vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty.
Page 227: If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer Three important considerations have to do with weight: the weight of the trailer, If you do, here are some important points: the weight of the trailer tongue There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering.
Page 228: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
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 L1H 8P7 Weight of the Trailer Tongue...
Page 229: Safety Chains
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 230: Driving With A Trailer
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 CAUTION: 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 231: Following Distance
Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Following Distance 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 232: Making Turns
Making Turns Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift 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 You should tow in AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE ( cause the trailer to come in contact with the...
Page 233: Parking On Hills
Parking on Hills CAUTION: CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the You really should not park your vehicle, with a parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. trailer attached, on a hill.
Page 234: Parking On A Hill
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 235 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. Be sure that the wiring harness on the trailer is strapped to the trailer’s frame and leave it loose enough so that the wiring doesn’t bend or break, but not so loose that it drags on the ground.
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Page 239 Section 5 Problems On The Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers Cooling System Other Warning Devices Engine Fan Noise Jump Starting If a Tire Goes Flat Towing Your Vehicle Changing a Flat Tire Engine Overheating If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow...
Page 240: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers Press the button located on 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. To turn off the flashers, push the button until the first click and release.
Page 241: Jump Starting
Jump Starting NOTICE: If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. But Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage please use the following steps to do it safely. to your vehicle that wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.
Page 242 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12 volt 3. To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling, set battery with a negative ground system. the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure. Put an automatic transmission in PARK (P).
Page 243 5. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. Find the 6. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or positive (+) and negative ( ) terminals on each battery. missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged, too.
Page 244 8. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. 9. Now connect the black negative ( ) cable to 7. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) the good battery’s terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery.
Page 245 13. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting. Take care that they don’t touch each other or any other metal. 10. Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move.
Page 246: Towing Your Vehicle
Towing Your Vehicle NOTICE: CAUTION: Use the proper towing equipment to avoid damage to the bumper, fascia or fog lamp areas of the vehicle. To help avoid serious personal injury to you or others: With current trends in automotive styles and design, it Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is is essential that the correct towing equipment is used to being towed.
Page 247: Engine Overheating
Engine Overheating CAUTION: You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel. See “Engine Coolant Temperature Gage” in the Index. Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it.
Page 248: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
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 an engine 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 249: Cooling System
Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: When the engine is cold, the coolant level should be at or above the COLD mark. If it isn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system.
Page 250 NOTICE: CAUTION: When adding coolant, it is important that you Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine use only DEX COOL (silicate free) coolant. parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to do, you can be burned.
Page 251: Recovery Tank
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant NOTICE: Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level In cold weather, water can freeze and crack isn’t at or above the COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts.
Page 252 CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at or above the COLD mark, start your vehicle.
Page 253 CAUTION: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap, is hot.
Page 254: How To Add Coolant To The Radiator
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 255 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 256 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.
Page 257: Engine Fan Noise
Engine Fan Noise If a Tire Goes Flat Your vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. When It’s unusual for a 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 air goes more air to cool the engine.
Page 258: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. CAUTION: Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people.
Page 259: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 1. To open the jack cover, turn the wing nut counterclockwise and take the cover off. 2. To take the jack out, turn the wing head bolt counterclockwise and take it and the retainer off. Take the jack and storage box out.
Page 260 Follow these instructions to lower the spare tire: 1. One side of the ratchet has an UP marking. The other side has a DOWN marking. Assemble the ratchet to the hook near the end of the jack handle (as illustrated) with the DOWN marking facing you. Insert the other end through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft.
Page 261 The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A), the jack Attach the jack handle (and jack handle extension, if handle extension (B), the jack handle (C), the wheel needed) to the jack. wrench (D) and the ratchet (E). The jack handle extension is used if the flat tire is on the rear of the vehicle.
Page 262 UP Marking DOWN Marking One side of the ratchet has an UP marking. The other With the UP marking on the ratchet facing you, rotate side has a DOWN marking. the ratchet clockwise. That will lift the jack head a little. 5-24...
Page 263: Spare Tire
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire To access the lug nuts, place the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry off the center piece to remove it. 1. Use the ratchet and wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts.
Page 264 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. 3. Position the jack under the vehicle. If the flat tire is CAUTION: on the front of the vehicle, position the jack on the frame behind the flat tire.
Page 265 5. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. Front Position Rear Position 4. With UP on the ratchet facing you, raise the vehicle by rotating the ratchet and wheel wrench clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit.
Page 266 6. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, CAUTION: mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 7.
Page 267 Front Position Rear Position 8. Lower the vehicle by rotating the ratchet and wheel 9. Tighten each wheel nut by rotating the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. wrench clockwise. 5-29...
Page 268 10. Tighten the nuts firmly in a crisscross CAUTION: sequence as shown. Rotate the wheel Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wrench clockwise. wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts.
Page 269: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools Replace the jack storage cover by simply reversing the removal procedure described earlier. CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone.
Page 270 Jack Storage Spare Tire Storage A. Retainer D. Jack Storage Box A. Hoist Assembly E. Retainer B. Nut E. Bracket B. Hoist Shaft F. Valve Stem, Pointed Down C. Jack C. Ratchet G. Spare Tire D. Jack Handle 5-32...
Page 271 Follow these instructions to restore a spare or flat tire: 1. Lay the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle. Position the tire so that the valve stem is pointed down and to the rear of the vehicle. 2.
Page 272: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, NOTICE: Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your need to spin the wheels, but you don’t want to spin vehicle as well as the tires.
Page 273: Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out Using the Recovery Hooks First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. Shift the transfer case into 4HI. Then shift back and forth between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear, spinning the wheels as little as possible.
Page 274 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.
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Page 277 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 278: Doing Your Own Service Work
Service Doing Your Own Service Work 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 service manual. It tells you much be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for more about how to service your vehicle than this manual all your service needs.
Page 279 Fuel CAUTION: Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher. It is recommended that the gasoline meet specifications which have been developed by the You can be injured and your vehicle could be American Automobile Manufacturers Association damaged if you try to do service work on a (AAMA) and endorsed by the Canadian Motor vehicle without knowing enough about it.
Page 280 Indicator Lamp” in the Index.) If this occurs, return to the specifications described earlier. your authorized GMC dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure. In the event it is determined that the NOTICE: cause of the condition is the type of fuels used, repairs may not be covered by your warranty.
Page 281: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.
Page 282 CAUTION: Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from gasoline. While refueling, let the cap hang by the tether below the fuel filler neck.
Page 283 When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure CAUTION: you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly If you get gasoline on yourself and then installed.
Page 284: Checking Things Under The Hood
Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION: CAUTION: Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in If your vehicle 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 285: Hood Release
Hood Release To open the hood, first pull the handle inside the vehicle. Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release, located just to the passenger’s side of the center of the grill. Lift the hood.
Page 286 “VORTEC” 5700 V8 Engine When you lift up the hood you’ll see: A. Battery F. Engine Oil Dipstick J. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir B. Coolant Recovery Tank G. Automatic Transmission K. Brake Fluid Reservoir Dipstick C. Radiator Cap L. Windshield Washer H.
Page 287: Engine Oil
Engine Oil Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If you don’t, the oil dipstick Checking Engine Oil might not show the actual level. Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you cloth, then push it back in all the way.
Page 288: When To Add Engine Oil
When to Add Engine Oil What Kind of Engine Oil to Use If the oil is at or below the ADD mark, then you’ll need Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the looking for the starburst symbol.
Page 289 As shown in the chart, SAE 5W 30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 10W 30 if it’s going to be 0 C) or above. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils, such as SAE 20W NOTICE: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum...
Page 290: Engine Oil Additives
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. The recommended oils 7,500 miles (12 500 km) or 12 months whichever with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good occurs first.
Page 291: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 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 Your air cleaner is located between the battery and Services”...
Page 292 To remove the air filter: 4. Install the new filter by pushing it all the way to the stop on the duct. 1. Unhook the retainer clips and remove the cover. 5. Install the duct and the filter into the air cleaner 2.
Page 293: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to Automatic Transmission Fluid replace the air filter. See “Owner Checks and Services” in the Index. When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. CAUTION: Change both the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or...
Page 294: How To Check
How to Check Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you have been driving: Because this operation can be a little difficult, When outside temperatures are above 90 F (32 you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department.
Page 295 Checking Transmission Fluid Cold Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: A cold check is made after the vehicle has been sitting for eight hours or more with the engine off and is used only as a reference. Let the engine run at idle for five minutes if outside temperatures are 50 F (10 C) or...
Page 296: How To Add Fluid
How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot. (A cold check is used only as a reference.) If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check.
Page 297: Rear Axle
Rear Axle If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant When to Check and Change Lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how What to Use often to check the lubricant and when to change it.
Page 298: Front Axle
How to Check Lubricant 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 If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant.
Page 299: Engine Coolant
When the differential is cold, add enough lubricant to A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and COOL R coolant will: raise the level to 1/2 inch (12 mm) below the filler plug hole. Give freezing protection down to When the differential is at operating temperature Give boiling protection up to 265 F (129 (warm), add enough lubricant to raise the level to the...
Page 300 What to Use NOTICE: Use a mixture of one half clean, drinkable water and half DEX COOL coolant which won’t damage If you use an improper coolant mixture, your aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you engine could overheat and be badly damaged. don’t need to add anything else.
Page 301: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant CAUTION: 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 302: Radiator Pressure Cap
Radiator Pressure Cap NOTICE: Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck.
Page 303: Power Steering Fluid
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 304: Adding Washer Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid NOTICE: What to Use When using concentrated washer fluid, When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be follow the manufacturer’s instructions for operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature adding water.
Page 305 Brakes So, it isn’t a good idea to “top off” your brake fluid. 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 (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is Your brake master cylinder done on the brake hydraulic system.
Page 306 Checking Brake Fluid What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT 3 brake fluid. Refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. 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 307: Brake Wear
NOTICE: CAUTION: 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 308: Brake Adjustment
Your rear drum brakes don’t have wear indicators, but Replacing Brake System Parts if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise, have the The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many rear brake linings inspected immediately. Also, the rear parts have to be of top quality and work well together brake drums should be removed and inspected each time if the vehicle is to have really good braking.
Page 309: Bulb Replacement
Battery Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods. Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free Also, for your audio system, see “Theft Deterrent ACDelco battery. When it’s time for a new battery, Feature”...
Page 310 Headlamps Headlamp Removal 1. Remove the parking/turn signal assembly as described under “Parking /Turn Signal Lamp Removal” following this procedure. 2. Remove the two turn signal bulb sockets and the sidemarker bulb socket from the parking/turn signal assembly by turning them counterclockwise. 3.
Page 311 7. Unplug the electrical connector. 8. Put the new bulb into the headlamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight. 9. Plug in the electrical connector. 10. Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle. Install and tighten the two bolts. 11.
Page 312 Parking/Turn Signal Lamp Removal A. Turn Signal Bulbs B. Sidemarker Bulb 1. Remove the two screws on the side of the parking/turn signal bulb assembly. 3. To remove a bulb, turn the socket counterclockwise to remove it from the assembly. 2.
Page 313: Fog Lamps
Fog Lamps 3. Remove the connector from the bulb socket by lifting the tabs on the sides of the connector. 1. The fog lamp bulb assembly is located under the 4. Insert the new bulb socket into the connector until front bumper.
Page 314: Rear Lamps
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) 4. Remove the screws from the bulb retainer and The individual bulbs in the CHMSL are not replaceable. take the bulb retainer off See your dealer for assistance. of the lamp assembly. Rear Lamps 1. Open the tailgate or rear doors. 2.
Page 315: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For proper type and length, see “Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts” in the Index. Here’s how to remove the Shephard’s Hook type. To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly: 1.
Page 316 Overinflated tires are more likely to be about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, cut, punctured or broken by a sudden see your GMC Warranty booklet for details. impact such as when you hit a pothole. Keep tires at the recommended pressure.
Page 317: Tire Inspection And Rotation
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...
Page 318 CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
Page 319: Buying New Tires
When It’s Time for New Tires The tire has a bump, bulge or split. The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that One way to tell when it’s can’t be repaired well because of the size or location time for new tires is to of the damage.
Page 320: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
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. driving.
Page 321 Treadwear Temperature A, B, C The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of conditions on a specified government test course.
Page 322: Wheel Replacement
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced same way as the one it replaces. carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts and best overall performance.
Page 323: Tire Chains
Tire Chains NOTICE: NOTICE: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or Don’t use tire chains. They can damage your odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper vehicle because there’s not enough clearance. height, vehicle ground clearance and tire Use another type of traction device only if its clearance to the body and chassis.
Page 324: Appearance Care
Appearance Care Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some Alcohol are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle.
Page 325 Cleaning of Fabric/Carpet Using Multi-Purpose Interior Cleaner on Fabric Your dealer has two cleaners, Multi Purpose Interior Cleaner and Capture Non Solvent Dry Spot and 1. Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt. Soil Remover for cleaning fabric and carpet. They will 2.
Page 326: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Cleaning Vinyl Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), Use warm water and a clean cloth. egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine and Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. blood can be removed as follows: You may have to do it more than once.
Page 327: Care Of Safety Belts
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Care of Safety Belts Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces Keep belts clean and dry. of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield CAUTION: under certain conditions.
Page 328: Cleaning The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Cleaning the Outside of the Weatherstrips Windshield, Backglass and Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone Wiper Blades grease with a clean cloth at least every six months. If the windshield is not clear after using the During very cold, damp weather more frequent windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when application may be required.
Page 329: Finish Care
Don’t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based, NOTICE: or that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface, or they could stain. Dry the finish with a Machine compounding or aggressive polishing soft, clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid on a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may dull the...
Page 330: Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Cleaning Tires Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner. their luster. Washing with water is all that is usually needed. However, you may use chrome polish on NOTICE: chrome or stainless steel trim, if necessary.
Page 331: Chemical Paint Spotting
Finish Damage Chemical Paint Spotting Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish Some weather and atmospheric conditions can should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode create a chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall quickly and may develop into a major repair expense. upon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle.
Page 332 GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials PART NUMBER SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE 994954 23 in. x 25 in. Polishing Cloth – Wax Treated Exterior polishing cloth 1050172 16 oz. (0.473 L) Tar and Road Oil Remover Removes tar, road oil and asphalt 1050173 16 oz.
Page 333: Engine Identification
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Service Parts Identification Label You’ll find this label on the inside of the glove box. It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label is: your VIN, the model designation, paint information and a list of all production options and This is the legal identifier for your vehicle.
Page 334: Electrical System
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 335: Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Fuses and Circuit Breakers Instrument Panel Fuse Block The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from The fuse block access door short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers is located on the driver’s and fusible thermal links in the wiring itself. This side edge of the instrument greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical panel.
Page 336 Fuse/Circuit Usage Breaker Instrument Cluster, DRL Relay, Lamp Switch, Keyless Entry, Low Coolant Module, Illuminated Entry Module Rear Comfort Controls Cruise Control Auxiliary Power Outlet Crank License Lamp, Parking Lamps, Taillamps, Tailgate Lamps, Front Sidemarkers, Fog Lamp Relay, Door Switch Illumination, Fender Lamps, Headlamp Switch Illumination Air Bag System Wiper Motor, Washer Pump...
Page 337 Underhood Fuse/Relay Center Fuse/Circuit Usage Breaker DRL Relay, Fog Lamp Relay Front and Rear Turn Signals, Back Up Lamps Radio (Ignition) 4WAL/VCM, ABS, Cruise Control Radio (Battery) PRNDL, Automatic Transmission, Speedometer, Check Gages, Warning Lights Security/Steering Auxiliary Power, Headlamp Delay Rear Wiper, Rear Washer Pump The underhood fuse/relay center is located in the rear of Front Axle, 4WD Indicator Lamp,...
Page 338 Name Circuits Protected HORN Horn, Underhood Lamp AUX FAN Auxiliary Fan Injectors, PCM/VCM HTD ST Heated Front Seats Air Conditioning HTD MIR Heated Outside Mirrors Ignition Switch, EGR, Canister Purge, EVRV Idle Coast Solenoid, Heated O HTD ST Heated Rear Seats LIGHTING Headlamp and Panel Dimmer Switch, Fog and Courtesy Fuses...
Page 339: Replacement Bulbs
Replacement Bulbs POWER RATING LAMP OR BULB TRADE NO. AT 12.8V, WATTS HEADLAMPS Low Beam 9006 HB4 High Beam 9005 HB3 LAMP OR BULB TRADE NO. EXTERIOR Front Marker Lamp Front Parking and Turn Lamp 2357NA Rear Parking Lamp 3057 Rear Stop and Turn Lamp 3057 3156...
Page 340 Replacement Bulbs (Continued) LAMP OR BULB TRADE NO. INTERIOR Dome Lamps Reading Lamps Roof Console Lamps* Door Courtesy Lamp Instrument Panel Compartment Lamp Ashtray Lamp Sunshade Vanity Mirror For service information on other bulbs, contact your dealer’s service department. 6-64...
Page 341: Capacities And Specifications
Capacities and Specifications Please refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index for more information. Engine Identification Engine “VORTEC” 5700 Type RPO Code VIN Code Fuel System SFI* *Sequential Fuel Injection Wheels and Tires MODEL DESCRIPTION TORQUE K 1500 6 bolts (14 mm) 140 lb ft (190 N·m)
Page 342 Cooling System Capacity (Approximate) After refill, the level must be rechecked. See “Cooling System” in the Index. ENGINE “VORTEC” 5700 V8 17.5 Quarts (16.5 L) Crankcase Capacity (Approximate) After refill, the level must be rechecked. See “Engine Oil” in the Index. ENGINE QUANTITY WITH FILTER...
Page 343: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest information available at the time of printing, and are subject to change. If a part listed in this manual is not the same as the part used in your vehicle when it was built, or if you have any questions, please contact your GM truck dealer.
Page 344 NOTES 6-68...
Page 345 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 Scheduled Maintenance Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance Short Trip/City Definition Part B: Owner Checks and Services Short Trip/City Intervals...
Page 346: Introduction
Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle.
Page 347: How This Section Is Organized
How This Section is Organized “Part B: Owner Checks and Services” tells you what should be checked and when. It also explains what you This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition.
Page 348: Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
Part A: Scheduled The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these. All Maintenance 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 349: Short Trip/City Definition
Scheduled Maintenance Short Trip/City Definition Short Trip/City Intervals Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter Follow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance if Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs first). Chassis any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: Lubrication (or 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Page 350: Long Trip/Highway Definition
Scheduled Maintenance Long Trip/Highway Definition Long Trip/Highway Intervals Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). conditions from the Short Trip/City Scheduled Chassis Lubrication (or every 12 months, whichever Maintenance are true.
Page 351: Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 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 (166 000 km) at the same intervals. The services shown case shift linkage, parking brake cable guides, front axle at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at propshaft spline and brake pedal springs.
Page 352 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 3,000 Miles (5 000 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 rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 353 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 9,000 Miles (15 000 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 rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 354 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 15,000 Miles (25 000 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 rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 355 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 21,000 Miles (35 000 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 rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 356 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 27,000 Miles (45 000 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 rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 357 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 33,000 Miles (55 000 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 rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 358 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 39,000 Miles (65 000 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 rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 359 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 45,000 Miles (75 000 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 rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 360 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) DATE Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE under one or more of these conditions: – In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 _ F (32 _ C) or higher.
Page 361 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 54,000 Miles (90 000 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 rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 362 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 60,000 Miles (100 000 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 rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 363 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 63,000 Miles (105 000 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 rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 364 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 69,000 Miles (115 000 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 rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 365 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 75,000 Miles (125 000 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 rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 366 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 81,000 Miles (135 000 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 rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 367 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 87,000 Miles (145 000 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 rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 368 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 93,000 Miles (155 000 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 rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 369 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 99,000 Miles (165 000 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 rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 370 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) (Continued) If you haven’t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and, therefore, haven’t changed your automatic transmission fluid, change both the fluid and filter. Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve. An Emission Control Service.
Page 371: Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 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 (166 000 km) at the same intervals. The services shown case shift linkage, parking brake cable guides, front axle at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at propshaft spline and brake pedal springs.
Page 372 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 373 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 374 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 375 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) DATE Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE under one or more of these conditions: – In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 _ F (32 _ C) or higher.
Page 376 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 377 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 378 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 379 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) DATE Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 380 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) (Continued) If you haven’t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and, therefore, haven’t changed your automatic transmission fluid, change both the fluid and filter. Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve. An Emission Control Service.
Page 381: Part B: Owner Checks And Services
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the Listed in this part 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 382: At Least Twice A Year
At Least Twice a Year Engine Air Cleaner Filter Restriction Indicator Check Restraint System Check Your vehicle has an indicator located on the air cleaner Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your in the engine compartment that lets you know when the belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are air cleaner filter is dirty and needs to be changed.
Page 383 At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check Key Lock Cylinders Service CAUTION: Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D. When you are doing this check, the vehicle could Body Lubrication Service move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be Lubricate all body hood and body door hinges, body injured.
Page 384 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control 3. With the engine off, turn the key to the RUN System Check position, but don’t start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever CAUTION: moves out of PARK (P), your vehicle needs service.
Page 385 Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing PARK (P) Mechanism Check downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. To check the parking brake’s holding ability: CAUTION: With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal.
Page 386: Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
Part C: Periodic Exhaust System Inspection Maintenance Inspections Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, Listed in this part are inspections and services which missing or out position parts as well as open seams, should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, holes, loose connections or other conditions which could each spring and fall).
Page 387: Throttle System Inspection
Throttle System Inspection Brake System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding, Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as hoses for proper hook up, binding, leaks, cracks, needed. Replace any components that have high effort chafing, etc.
Page 388: Part D: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Part D: Recommended Fluids USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT and Lubricants Windshield GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Washer Solvent (GM Part No. 1051515) NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, or equivalent. part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer. Parking Brake Chassis Lubricant (GM Part Cable Guides No.
Page 389 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Front Axle SAE 80W 90 Axle Lubricant (GM Hood and Multi Purpose Lubricant, Part No. 1052271 or equivalent). Door Hinges Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Rear Axle SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 12378261) Body Door Multi Purpose Lubricant,...
Page 390: Part E: Maintenance Record
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on date, odometer reading and who performed the service the following record pages. Also, you should retain all in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. maintenance receipts.
Page 391 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-47...
Page 392 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-48...
Page 393 Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact GMC if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. Customer Satisfaction Procedure Warranty Information...
Page 394: Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to GMC. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
Page 395 STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of When contacting GMC, please remember that your dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be concern will likely be resolved at a dealer’s facility. That resolved by the dealership without further help, contact...
Page 396: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone
GMC encourages customers to call the toll-free number BBB Auto Line for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to GMC, Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. the letter should be addressed to GMC’s Customer 4200 Wilson Boulevard Assistance Center.
Page 397: Gm Mobility Program For Persons With Disabilities
Canada If toll free service is not available in the Caribbean, call Puerto Rico 1-787-763-1315. General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 GM Mobility Program for Persons 1908 Colonel Sam Drive with Disabilities Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 This program, available to 1-800-263-3777 (English) qualified applicants, can 1-800-263-7854 (French)
Page 398: Roadside Assistance
Maps include points of interest and a list of GMC dealers along the route. Also included is a list of hotels along the route that are discounted through affiliation with “Quest...
Page 399: Canadian Roadside Assistance
The Roadside Assistance services listed are available holidays. Should you have any questions about roadside to retail and retail lease customers operating 2000 GMC assistance, call the GMC Roadside Assistance Center or light duty trucks for a period of 3 years/36,000 miles contact your dealer.
Page 400: Courtesy Transportation
Courtesy Transportation, a customer support Warranty service can generally be completed while you program for new vehicles. wait. However, if you are unable to wait GMC helps The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail minimize your inconvenience by providing several purchase/lease customers in conjunction with the transportation options.
Page 401: Warranty Information
Courtesy Rental Vehicle Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options, such as When your vehicle is unavailable due to overnight shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer. warranty repairs, your dealer may arrange to provide Please contact your dealer for specific information about you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a availability.
Page 402: Reporting Safety Defects To The United
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO TO THE UNITED STATES THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should Motors of Canada Limited.
Page 403: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
Please call us at 1 8782 past model General Motors vehicles. 8782), or write: The toll-free telephone number for ordering information Pontiac-GMC Customer Assistance Center in Canada is 1-800-668-5539. P.O. Box 436008 Pontiac, MI 48343 6008 In Canada, please call us at 1...
Page 404 2000 GMC 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 405 DAYTIME TELEPHONE NO. CUSTOMER SIGNATURE AREA CODE GM-GMC-ORD99 *(Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring Note to Canadian Customers: All listed prices are quoted in U.S. funds. Canadian residents obligation. Allow ample time for delivery.) are to make checks payable in U.S.

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