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Page 3: Canadian Owners
GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem and the name BLAZER are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice.
Page 4: Safety Warnings And Symbols
Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. These mean there is something h a t could hurt you or other people.
Page 5: Vehicle Damage Warnings
Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice will tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly.
Page 6 These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle: LATCH BOTH LAP AND CAUTION SHOULDER BELTS TO POSSIBLE PROTECT OCCUPANT INJURY DO NOT TWIST SAFETY BELT WHEN ATACHING PROTECT SHIELDING EYES By BELTS F A = ; CAUSTIC MOVE SEAT \$!$...
Page 7: Model Reference
Model Reference This manual covers these models: 2-Door Utility &Door Utility...
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Front Seats ... Manual Seats ..1-3 Power Seats ... 1-4 Manual Lumbar Power Lumbar ... Heated Seats Reclining Seatbacks Head Restraints ... Rear Seats ... Rear Seat Operation Safety Belts ... Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone ... 1-10 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ...
Page 9: Front Seats
Front Seats Manual Seats You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you don’t want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only when the vehicle is not moving.
Page 10: Power Seats
Power Seats If your vehicle has this feature, there will be a control pad on the outboard side of your seat. Horizontal Control: Raise or lower the front of the seat by raising or lowering the forward edge of the control. Raise or lower the rear of the seat by raising or lowering the rear edge of the control.
Page 11: Manual Lumbar
Manual Lumbar If your vehicle has this feature, there will be a knob on the outboard side of the driver’s bucket seat. Turn the knob counterclockwise to increase lumbar support and clockwise to decrease lumbar support. Dower Lumbar If your vehicle has this feature, the control is located on the outboard side of the seat(s).
Page 12: Heated Seats
Heated Seats If your vehicle has this feature, the controls are located on the outboard side of the front seats. This feature will quickly heat the lower cushion and lower back of the driver’s and front passenger’s seats for added comfort. Press the lower part of the switch to turn the heater on low.
Page 13 But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. 1 -6 Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job because it won’t be against your body.
Page 14: Head Restraints
Head Restraints Head restraints are fixed on some models and adjustable on others. Slide an adjustable head restraint up or down so that the top the restraint is closest to the top of your head. This position reduces the chance a neck injury in a crash.
Page 15: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation Your vehicle has folding rear seatbacks which allows for more cargo space. The rear seat release handles are located on the rear of the seatbacks. Push back on the seatbacks as you pull up on the handles. The head restraint will automatically fold out of the way when the seatback is folded down.
Page 16 On two-door models with an inside mounted spare tire, the driver’s side rear seat head restraint must be lifted and held upright as the seatback is raised. Otherwise, the head restraint will hit the spare tire and prevent the seatback from properly latching. Push and pull on the head restraints to check that they have locked in the upright position.
Page 17: Safety Belts
Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. Don’t let ar., m e ride Jere he or she can’t wear a safety belt properly.
Page 18: Why Safety Belts Work
Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. See Safety Belt Reminder Light In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. 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.
Page 21: Questions And Answers About Safety Belts
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. 1-14 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts...
Page 22: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident even one that isn’t your fault your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers.
Page 23: Driver Position
Driver Position This part describes the driver’s restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats”...
Page 24 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure secure. If the belt isn't long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-32. Make sure the release button on the buckle positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 25 What’s wrong with this? ~ _ _ The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way. 1-18 You can be sei JSI, your loose. is too In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body.
Page 26 What's wrong with this? You can be seriously injured 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 27 What’s wrong with this? The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. 1 -20 You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury.
Page 28 What’s wrong with this? The belt is twisted across the body. ously in- ed 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 29: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
Page 30: Right Front Passenger Position (Right)
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
Page 31 When you sit in the center front 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. 1-24 To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug.
Page 32: Rear Seat Passengers
Rear Seat Passengers It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash.
Page 33 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again.
Page 34 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 35: Center Rear Passenger Position
Center Rear Passenger Position Four Door Models To unlatch the belt, just push the button the buckle. 1-28...
Page 36 Lap Belt When you sit in the center rear seating position, you have a lap safety belt which has a retractor. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure.
Page 37: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For Children And Small Adults
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Four Door Models Your vehicle may have this feature already. If it doesn’t, you can get it from any GM dealer. This feature will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults.
Page 39: Safety Belt Extender
4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 7-25. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. To remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides.
Page 40: Child Restraints
Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a...
Page 41 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. 1-34 What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt...
Page 42: Infants And Young Children
Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is CAUTION: (Continued) behind the CI,,,~. .,re child wears t h , aelt inthis way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt.
Page 43 People should never a bab while riding in a vehicle. A babydoesn’t weigh much until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy is not possible to hold CAUTION: (Continued) 1-36 For example, in a crash at o (40 km/h), a 12-lb.
Page 44 What are the differ.::: % ~ ~ : W C . restraints? Add-on child restraint..:. $: : i : . ! , i vehicle's owner, are avak4;tie in four basic types. Selection of a particuisr restraint should take into consideration not only the child's weight, height and age but also whe"7er or not the restraint will be compatible with tt- rlotor vehicle in which...
Page 45: Child Restraint Systems
The body st r , ..e of a yGullg Lllild is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whc the safety belts are designed. A young child hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’? regular safety belt may not remain low on th hip bones, as it should.
Page 46 A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields.
Page 47 ’.. ” A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a five-point harness. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window.
Page 48: 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 49: Top Strap
Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.” It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle. Some top strap-equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top strap being anchored.
Page 50: Top Strap Anchor Location
Once you have the top strap anchored, you’ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself. Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions say. Top Strap Anchor Location Anchor brackets for the rear outside seat positions are located on the floor in the cargo area of your vehicle.
Page 51: Lower Anchorages And Top Tethers For Children (Latch System)
Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) If your vehicle is equipped with the LATCH System, it is available in the second row outboard seating positions. To assist you in locating the anchors for this child restraint system, place your hand in a palm-up position and reach up between the seat cushion and the seatback.
Page 52 With this system, use the LATCH system instead of the vehicle’s safety belts to secure a child restraint. int isn’t attacl If a LATCH-1- e child res its anchorage points, the restraint won’t be able to protect the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed.
Page 53: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1. Find the anchors for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3.
Page 55 5. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into 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 the belt.
Page 56: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LA TCU System) on page 1-44. Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in this seat.
Page 57 2. Put the restraint on the seat. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 58: Center Seat Positions
To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder 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. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure is secure.
Page 59: Air Bag System
Air Bag System This part explains the air bag system. Your vehicle has air bags one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger. Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag.
Page 60: Where Are The Air Bags
Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them.
Page 61 The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. 1-54 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 causing severe injury or even death.
Page 62: When Should An Air Bag Inflate
When Should an Air Bag Inflate? An air bag is designed to inflate in a moderate to severe frontal, or near-frontal crash. The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’s designed ‘threshold level’. If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn’t move or deform, the threshold level is about to 16 mph (14 to 26 km/h).
Page 63: What Will You See After An Air Bag Inflates
What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates? After an air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated. Some components of the air bag module steering wheel hub for the driver’s air bag, or the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s will be hot for a short time.
Page 64: Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
Notice: If you damage the covering for the driver’s or the right front passenger’s air bag, the bag may not work properly. You may have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s air bag.
Page 65: Adding Equipment To Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle If I add a push bumper or a bicycle rack to the front of my vehicle, will it keep the air bags from working properly? As long as the push bumper or bicycle rack is attached to your vehicle so that the vehicle’s basic structure isn’t changed, it’s not likely to keep the air bags from working properly in a crash.
Page 66: Restraint System Check
Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have repaired.
Page 67 If you ever see a label on the driver's or the right nelp m a - p e r s o w front passenger's safety :.injury, belt assembly must be replaced tthis vehikle belt that says to replace is in a crash if 'Replace the belt, be sure to do so.
Page 68 Section 2 Keys Remote Keyless Entry System ... Remote Keyless Entry System Operation Doors and Locks Door Locks Power Door Locks ... Programmable Automatic Door Locks Rear Door Security Locks ... Lockout Protection ... Leaving Your Vehicle Windows ... Power Windows Swing-Out Windows ...
Page 69: Features And Controls
Section 2 HomeLink@ Transmitter Programming the HomeLink Transmitter Storage Areas Glove Box ... Overhead Console ... Front Storage Area ... Assist Handles ... Features and Controls 2.44 Garment Hooks 2.45 Luggage Carrier ... 2.48 Convenience Net Cover 2.48 Cargo 2.48 Rear Convenience System 2.54 Vehicle Personalization...
Page 70: Keys
Keys...
Page 71: Remote Keyless Entry System
This vehicle has one double-sided key for the ignition, tailgate and door locks. It will fit with either side up. When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer provides the owner with a pair of identical keys and a key code number.
Page 72: Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: Check the distance.
Page 73: Matching Transmitter(S) To Your Vehicle
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer.
Page 74: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks Door Locks Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle won’t open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked.
Page 75: Power Door Locks
Power Door Locks If your vehicle has power door locks, the switches are located on the driver’s and the passenger’s front armrests. Remove the ignition key and press LOCK to lock all the doors at once. To unlock the doors, press the raised area to the right of the key symbol.
Page 76 If your vehicle has an automatic transmission it will be programmed to have all the doors lock automatically when the shift lever is moved out of PARK (P). All the doors will unlock when the shift lever is moved back into PARK (P).
Page 77: Rear Door Security Locks
Rear Door Security Locks With this feature, you can lock the rear doors so they can’t be opened from the inside by passengers. The security lock lever is located on the inside edge of each rear door. To use the security locks, do the following: 1.
Page 78: Windows
Windows Leaving children in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 79: Power Windows
Power Windows If you have power windows, the controls are located on the armrests on each of the side doors. The switches operate the windows when the ignition is in RUN, ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See “Retained Accessory Power (RAP)” under lgnition Positions on page 2-19.
Page 80: Swing-Out Windows
Swing-Out Windows If your two-door vehicle has rear swing-out windows, unlatch them at the clasps and push out on the glass to ,” ~” them. open When you close the window, be sure the latch catches. Rear Window It can be dangerous to drive with the rear window or endgate open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle.
Page 81: Tailgate Release
Tailgate Release To open a manual lock system from the outside, insert the key into a lock and turn it counterclockwise to unlock the liftgate, tailgate and liftglass. To open a power lock system from the outside, insert the key into a lock and turn it counterclockwise. All the doors will then unlock.
Page 82: Emergency Release For Opening Tailgate
Remote Rear Glass Release The REAR HATCH button, located to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel, allows you to release the rear glass from inside the vehicle. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, your shift lever must be in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) for the release to work.
Page 83: Tailgate-Mounted Spare
Tailgate-Mounted Spare If your vehicle has a tailgate mounted spare tire carrier, you must move the carrier arm out of the way to open the glass. Here’s how to move the arm: 1. Squeeze the release handle to free the carrier arm. 2.
Page 84: Theft-Deterrent Systems
Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make if impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Content Theft-Deterrent Your vehicle may be equipped with a Content Theft-Deterrent alarm system.
Page 85: Testing The Alarm
Testing Alarm The alarm can be tested by following these steps: 1. From inside the vehicle, lower the driver’s window and open the driver’s door. 2. Activate the system by locking the doors with the power door lock switch while the door is open, or with the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Page 86: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-in Notice: Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better if you follow these guidelines: Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for the first 500 miles (805 km). Don’t drive at any one speed slow for the first 500 miles (805 km).
Page 87: Key Release Button
Your steering wheel will remain locked, just as it was before you inserted the key. On manual tram iss vehicles, key to LOCK will lock the steering column and result in a loss of ability to steer the vehicle. This could cause a collision. If you need to turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, OFF.
Page 88: Retained Accessory Power (Rap)
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Your vehicle is equipped with a Retained Accessory Power (RAP) feature which will allow certain features of your vehicle to continue to work for up to 20 minutes after the ignition key is turned to OFF. Your radio, power windows, sunroof and overhead console will work when the ignition key is in RUN or ACCESSORY.
Page 89: To Use The Engine Coolant Heater
When starting your engine in very cold weather (below 0°F or (-18"C), do this: 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to START and hold it there up to 15 seconds. When the engine starts, let go of the key.
Page 90: Automatic Transmission Operation
Pluc_- ng the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 11 0-volt AC outlet. If the cord won’t reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps.
Page 91 PARK (P): This position locks your rear wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily. is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set.
Page 92 Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transmission. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transmission, see If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice page 4-42.
Page 93 FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the shift lever is put in FIRST (1) while the vehicle is moving forward, the transmission won’t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough.
Page 94: Manual Transmission Operation
Manual Transmission Operation Five-Speed This is your shift pattern Here’s how to operate your manual transmission. FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (1). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. You can shift into FIRST (1) when you’re going less than 20 mph km/h).
Page 95: Four-Wheel Drive
Up-Shift Light If you have a manual transmission, you have a SHIFT light on your instrument panel cluster. SHIFT This light will show you when to shift to the next higher gear for best fuel economy. When this light comes on, you can shift to the next higher gear if weather, road and traffic conditions let you.
Page 96: Electronic Transfer Case
Electronic Transfer Case If your four-wheel-drive vehicle has the electronic transfer case, the transfer case buttons are to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. Use these buttons to shift into and out of four-wheel-drive. You can choose among driving three settings:...
Page 97 Shifting from 2HI or 4HI to 4LO To shift from 2HI or 4HI to 4L0, the vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph (4.8 km/h) with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N) in vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission or the clutch pedal engaged in vehicles equipped with a manual transmission.
Page 98 Automatic Transfel Case If your vehicle is equipped with the automatic transfer case, the transfer case buttons are located to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. Use these buttons to shift into and out of four-wheel drive.
Page 99 Indicator lights in the buttons show which setting you are in. The indicator lights will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and one will stay on. If the lights do not come on, you should take your vehicle to your dealer for service.
Page 100: Shifting To Neutral
Shifting out of 4LO To shift from 4LO to 4HI, AUTO 4WD or 2HI, your vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph (4.8 km/h) with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N), or with the clutch pedal pressed for vehicles with manual transmission, and the engine running.
Page 101: Parking Brake
Shifting out of NEUTRAL To shift out of NEUTRAL: Set the parking brake and apply the regular brake pedal. Start the vehicle with the transmission in PARK (P) or FIRST (1) for vehicles with manual transmission. Press the button for the desired transfer case position (2HI, 4HI, AUTO 4WD or 4LO).
Page 102: Shifting Into Park (P)
Shiftir Into Park (P) It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 103: Console Shift Lever
Move the lever up as far as it will go. Turn the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the key, your vehicle is in PARK (P). 2-36 Console Shift Lever 1.
Page 104: Torque Lock
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Runnir It can be dangerous to leav -‘our vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. If you have four-wheel drive, your vehicle even if your lever is in will be free to roll...
Page 105: Parking Your Vehicle
If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever-push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gear you want. You must press the shift lever button on the shift lever.
Page 106: Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. Your vehicle was damaged in a collision.
Page 107 It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you’ve left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
Page 108: Mirrors
Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror Pull the tab under the mirror toward you to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you after dark. Push the tab away from you for normal daytime operation. Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror If your vehicle has this feature, the mirror automatically changes to reduce glare from headlamps behind you.
Page 109: Outside Manual Mirror
Cleaning the Photocells Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the photocells and mirror face when necessary. Cleaning the Mirror When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing.
Page 110: Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror If your vehicle has this feature, the driver's side Your outside mirror will adjust for the glare behind you. See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror page 2-4 1. Outside Convex Mirror A convex mirror's surface is curved so you can see more fron "le driver's seat.
Page 111: Homelink@ Transmitter
HomeLink@ Transmitter Mini Overhead Console 2-44 HomeLink@, a combined universal transmitter and receiver, provides a way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters used to activate devices such as gate operators, garage door openers, entry door locks, security systems and home lighting. Additional HomeLink information can be found on the internet at www.homelink.com or by calling 1-800-355-351 5.
Page 112: Programming The Homelink Transmitter
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes and modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.
Page 113: Gate Operator And Canadian Programming
4. The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly after HomeLink@ successfully receives the frequency signal from the hand-held transmitter. Release both buttons. 5. Press and hold the newly-trained HomeLink@ button and observe the indicator light. If the indicator light stays on constantly, programming is complete and your device should activate when the HomeLink@ button is pressed and released.
Page 114 If you live in Canada, or you are having difficulty programming a gate operator by using the “Programming HomeLink@” procedures (regardless of where you live), replace Step 3 under “Programming HomeLink@’ with the following: Continue to press and hold the HomeLink@ button while you press and release every two seconds (cycle) your hand-held transmitter until the frequency signal has been successfully accepted by HomeLink@.
Page 115: Storage Areas
Storage Areas Glove Box To open your glove box, lift the lever on the front of the glove box and lower the door. The glove box should not be open while you are driving. Overhead Console If your vehicle has this feature, the overhead console includes reading lamps, a compartment for a garage door opener, a temperature and compass display and a storage Compartment for sunglasses.
Page 116 2. Peel the protective backing from the hook and loop patch. 3. Press it firmly to the back of your garage door opener, as close to the center possible. 4. Center the garage door opener activation button over the console door button and press the opener firmly into place.
Page 117: Temperature And Compass Display
7. Now, with the compartment door closed, press the button again to make sure the garage door operates properly. With the garage door opener positioned properly and the right number of pegs in place, you should only have to press the button lightly to operate the opener. Adjust the position of the garage door opener and add or remove pegs, as needed, until the opener operates properly.
Page 118 US/MET: When this button is pressed, the temperature will be displayed in either degrees Farenheit (English) or Celsius (metric). Before you turn on the ignition and move the vehicle, the temperature indicated will be the last outside temperature recorded with the ignition on. If the outside temperature is 37°F (3°C) or lower when you turn on the ignition, the word ICE will appear on the display, This is a warning to the driver that road...
Page 119: Sunglasses Storage Compartment
Sunglasses Storage Compartment The overhead console has a sunglasses storage compartment. Driver Information Center (DIC) If your vehicle is equipped with a Driver Information Center (DIC), this system displays the outside air temperature, compass direction and trip information in the overhead console. US/MET (United StatedMetric): The US/MET (United Statedmetric) button allows you to switch the display between the English and metric system.
Page 120 Variance is the different between magnetic north and geographic north. In some areas, the difference between the two can be great enough to cause false compass readings. If this happens, follow these instructions to set the variance for your particular location: 1.
Page 121: Front Storage Area
To reset the trip computer, press the MODE and US/MET buttons simultaneously for at least two seconds. All functions will be displayed briefly once the system is reset. Reset can only be performed in the AVG ECON, FUEL USED and AVG SPEED modes. All three modes are reset simultaneously.
Page 122: Assist Handles
Assist Handles An assist handle above each passenger door can be used when getting out of your vehicle. Garment Hooks LL- --gage Carrier ou try to carry something on top of your vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier like paneling, plywood, a mattress and so forth...
Page 123: Convenience Net
You can adjust the crossrails to handle loads of various sizes. Just loosen the slider knobs at each end of the crossrail and move them to where you want them. Make sure both sides of the crossrails are even, then tighten the slider knobs. Be sure the cargo is properly loaded.
Page 124: Cargo Tie-Downs
The net is not designed to retain these items during off-road use. The net is not for larger, heavier items. Attach the upper loops to the retainers on both sides the tailgate opening. The label should be in the upper passenger’s side corner, visible from the rear of vehicle.
Page 125: Cargo
Rear Convenience System If any removable convenience item isn’t secured properly, it can move around in a collision or sudden stop. People in the vehicle could be injured. Be sure to secure any such item properly. I f your vehicle has the convenience system, it is located in the rear of your vehicle.
Page 126 To increase the space in the convenience system, do the following: 1. Remove the individual partitions (C) by pulling upward on the partitions. Storage for the partitions is located in area (F). 2. Fold the collapsible dividers (A) by pulling upward and folding the dividers toward each other.
Page 127: Vehicle Personalization
Vehicle Personalization Memory Seat If your vehicle has this feature, the control located on the outboard side of the driver’s seat looks like this. 2-60 Use this memory function to save your seat cushion and seatback settings by using the following procedure: 1.
Page 128 When your vehicle is in PARK (P) for an automatic transmission or the parking brake is engaged for a manual transmission, press and release the numbered memory button you just stored. The seat will move to the set position. You will hear one chime. Pressing the UNLOCK button of a keyless entry transmitter will adjust the seat to the corresponding stored memory position.
Page 129 NOTES 2-62...
Page 130 Section 3 Instrument Panel Overview ... Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Horn ... Tilt Wheel Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever Exterior Lamps ... Interior Lamps Accessory Power Outlets ... Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter ... Climate Controls Climate Control System (Climate Control) Outlet Adjustment ...
Page 131: Instrument Panel
Section 3 AM-FM Radio Radio with CD ... Radio with Cassette and CD ... Radio with Six-Disc CD ... Theft-Deterrent Feature (Non-RDS Radios) ... Theft-Deterrent Feature (RDS Radios) Instrument Panel 3.40 Understanding Radio Reception 3.43 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ...
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Page 133: Instrument Panel Overview
Instrument Panel Overview The main components of your instrument panel are the following: L M N O...
Page 134: Hazard Warning Flashers
A. Air Vents B. Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever C. Instrument Panel Cluster D. Transfer Case Button (If €quipped) E. Exterior Lamps Control F. Fog Lamp Button (If Equipped) G. Brake Release H. Horn I. Rear Window Washer/Wiper J. Rear Tailgate Release K.
Page 135: Other Warning Devices
The hazard warning flasher button is located on the top of the steering column. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in. Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off.
Page 136: Turn Signavmultifunction Lever
Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: Turn and Lane Change Signals Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Flash-to-Pass Feature Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cruise Control (If €quipped) Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions.
Page 137 If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for the trailer lamps, a different turn signal flasher is used. With this flasher installed, the signal indicator will flash even if a turn signal bulb is burned out. Check the front and rear turn signal lamps regularly to make sure they are working.
Page 138: Windshield Washer
(Low Speed): Turn the band away from you to LO and past the delay settings for steady wiping at low speed. HI (High Speed): Turn the band away from you, to and past the delay settings for wiping steady at high speed.
Page 139: Cruise Control (If Equipped)
To wash the window, press the wash button located on the control. The control must be in either LO or HI. The rear window washer uses the same fluid bottle as the windshield washer. However, the rear window washer will run out of fluid before the windshield washer. If you can wash your windshield but not your rear window, check your fluid level.
Page 140: Resuming A Set Speed
Se++’ng Cruise Cor+uol If you leave your cruise control on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control.
Page 141: Exterior Lamps
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier. Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills.
Page 142: Automatic Headlamp System
(Parking Lamps): Turning the exterior lamps 5 0 0 : control to this position turns on the parking lamps together with the following: Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights (Headlamps): Turning the exterior lamps control to this position turns on the headlamps, together with the previously listed lamps and lights.
Page 143: Lamps On Reminder
Lamps On Reminder A reminder chime will sound when your headlamps or parking lamps are manually turned on, the driver’s door is opened and your ignition is in OFF, LOCK or ACCESSORY. To turn the chime off, turn the control counterclockwise or turn the instrument panel brightness thumbwheel down to the fully dimmed position.
Page 144: Fog Lamps
The following does not apply to vehicles sold in Canada. When necessary, you may turn headlamp system and the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) feature by following the steps below: 1. Turn the ignition to RUN. 2. Press the DOME OVERRIDE button four times within six seconds.
Page 145: Interior Lamps
Interior Lamps Instrumental Panel Brightness This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights. The thumbwheel for this feature is located on the driver’s side of the instrument panel next to the exterior lamps control. Turn the thumbwheel up to make your instrument panel lights brighter.
Page 146: Dome Lamps
Dome Lamps The dome lamps will come on when you open a door. You can also turn the dome lamps on by turning the thumbwheel, located next to the exterior lamps control, all the way up to the top position. In this position, the dome lamps will remain on until they are turned off.
Page 147: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter
There maybe two accessory power outlets located near the center of the vehicle on the lower part of the instrument panel. There may also be additional accessory power outlets located behind the front storage area for rear seat passengers. A small cap must be pulled down to access an accessory power outlet.
Page 148: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. Directing the Airflow Mode Knob: Turn the right knob clockwise or counterclockwise to direct the airflow inside of your vehicle. f;’ (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets, with a little air directed toward the floor outlets.
Page 149 Heating Turn the center knob clockwise or counterclockwise to raise or lower the temperature on the inside of your vehicle. When it’s cold outside 0°F (-18°C) or lower, use the engine coolant heater, if equipped, to provide warmer air faster to your vehicle. An engine coolant heater warms the coolant that the engine uses to provide heat to warm the inside of your vehicle.
Page 150: Defogging And Defrosting
Defogging and Defrosting (Blend): Use this mode to direct half the air to the windshield and half to the floor outlet. Close the center outlets to help defrost the side windows more quickly. In this mode, the system will automatically force outside air into your vehicle and it will also run the air-conditioning compressor, unless it falls below the temperature at which air conditioning is effective.
Page 151: Outlet Adjustment
Outlet Adjustment The flow through outlets on your vehicle allow outside air to enter your vehicle while is moving. Outside air will also enter your vehicle while the air-conditioning compressor is running. Use the thumbwheels located in the center and on the sides, to change the direction of the air flowing through the outlets.
Page 152: Warning Lights, Gages And Indicators
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement.
Page 153: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster Base Level Cluster With Automatic Transmission, United States, Canada Similar 3-24...
Page 154 Up-Level Cluster with Automatic Transmission, United States, Canada Similar 3-25...
Page 155: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). The odometer mileage can be checked without the vehicle running.
Page 156: Safety Belt Reminder Light
Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety belt is already buckled. The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds, then it will flash for...
Page 157: Charging System Light
If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the air bag system may not be working properly. The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle serviced right away if the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your...
Page 158: Voltmeter Gage
Voltmeter Gage When your engine is not running, but the ignition is on (in RUN), this gage shows your battery’s state of charge in DC volts. When the engine is running, the gage shows the condition of the charging system. Readings between the low and high warning zones indicate the normal operating range.
Page 159: Brake System Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on when you set your parking brake. The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn’t release fully. If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem.
Page 160: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti-lock brake system, this light will 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 161: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada SERVICE ENGINE SOON States United Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This system is called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the...
Page 162: If The Light Is Flashing
This light should come on, as a check to show you it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light doesn’t come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways: Light Flashing A misfire condition has been...
Page 163: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs
Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-5. Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration.
Page 164: Oil Pressure Gage
Oil Pressure Gage United States The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running. Canadian vehicles indicate pressure in kPa (kilopascals). Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire.
Page 165: Security Light
Security Light This light will come on briefly when you turn the key toward START. The light will stay on until SECURITY the engine starts. If the light flashes, the Passlock@ system has entered a tamper mode. If the vehicle fails to start, see Passlock@ on page 2-18.
Page 166: Tow/Haul Mode Light
Tow/HauI Mode Light This light should come on when the tow/haul mode has been selected. HAUL For more information, see Tow/Haul Mode Light on page 3-37. Check Gages Warning Light The CHECK GAGES light will come on briefly when you are starting the CHECK engine.
Page 167: Low Fuel Warning Light
Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage: At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated.
Page 168: Audio System(S)
Audio System(s) Notice: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, Delphi Electronics radio or other systems, and even damage them.
Page 169: Setting The Time For Radios With Radio Data Systems (Rds)
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) Your radio may have a button marked with an H or HR to represent hours and an M or MIN to represent minutes. Press and hold the hour button until the correct hour appears on the display.
Page 170: Finding A Station
Finding a Station AM FM: Press this button to switch the display between time and radio station frequency. Time display is available with the ignition turned off. TUNE: Turn this knob to tune in radio stations. SEEK : Press the right or the left arrow to seek to the next or to the previous station and stay there.
Page 171: Adjusting The Speakers (Balance/Fade)
To adjust bass or treble to the middle position, select BAS or TRE. Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep. B and a zero or T and a zero will appear on the display. To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls to the middle position, end out of audio by waiting for the display to change to the time display.
Page 172: Radio With Cd
Radio with CD Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. VOL (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or to decrease volume. AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): With automatic volume, your audio system will adjust automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive.
Page 173 SEEK : Press the right or the left arrow to seek to the next or to the previous station and stay there. The radio will seek only to stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal. PSCAN (Preset Scan): Press and hold one of the arrows for more than two seconds.
Page 174: Using Rds
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: To adjust the balance to the right and the left speakers, push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display. Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers. To adjust the fade to the front and the rear speakers, push and release the AUDIO knob until FADE appears on the display.
Page 175: Finding A Pty Station
DlSP (Display): Press this knob to change what appears on the display while using RDS. The display options are station name, RDS station frequency, PTY and the name of the program (if available). To change the default on the display, push the knob until you see the display you want, then hold the knob for two seconds.
Page 176 If the whole message is not displayed, parts of it will appear every three seconds. To scroll through the message at your own speed, press the INFO button repeatedly. A new group of words will appear on the display with each press. Once the complete message has been displayed, the information symbol will disappear from the display until another new message is received.
Page 177: Playing A Compact Disc
Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in and the disc should begin playing. The display will show the CD symbol. If you want to insert a compact disc with the ignition off, first press TUNE or EJT.
Page 178: Compact Disc Messages
CD AUX (Auxiliary): Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio. EJT (Eject): Press this button to eject a CD. Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off. CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first.
Page 179 AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): With automatic volume, your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select LOW, MEDIUM or HIGH. AVOL will appear on the display.
Page 180 Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2) by performing the following steps: 1 . Turn the radio on. 2. Press AM FM to select AM, FMI or FM2.
Page 181 To adjust the balance and fade to the middle position, push the AUDIO knob then push it again and hold it until the radio produces one beep. The balance and fade will be adjusted to the middle position and the display will show the speaker balance.
Page 182 Finding a PTY Station To select and find a desired PTY perform the following: 1. Press the P-TYPE LIST knob. TYPE and a PTY will appear on the display. 2. Select a category by turning the P-TYPE LIST knob. 3. Once the desired category is displayed, press the SEEK TYPE button to take you to the category’s first station.
Page 183 If the whole message is not displayed, parts of it will appear every three seconds. To scroll through the message at your own speed, press the INFO button repeatedly. A new group of words will appear on the display with each press. Once the complete message has been displayed, the information symbol will disappear from the display until another new message is received.
Page 184: Playing A Cassette Tape
Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player. The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right.
Page 185: Cassette Tape Messages
SIDE: Press this pushbutton to play the other side of the tape. SEEK The right arrow is the same as the NEXT pushbutton, and the left arrow is the same as the PREV pushbutton. If the arrow is held or pressed more than once, the player will continue moving forward or backward through the tape.
Page 186 Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in and the disc should begin playing. The display will show the CD symbol. If you want to insert a compact disc with the ignition DlSP or EJT.
Page 187 TAPE CD: Press this button to play a tape when listening to the radio. Press this button to switch between the tape and compact disc if both are loaded. The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening. EJT (Eject): Press this button to stop a CD when it is playing or to eject a CD when it is not playing.
Page 188 Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select MIN, MED or MAX. Each higher setting will allow for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds. Then, as you drive, automatic volume increases the volume, as necessary, to overcome noise at any speed.
Page 189 Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FMI and six FM2) by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press AM FM to select AM, FMI or FM2. 3.
Page 190 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, push the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display. Turn the knob to move the sound toward the left or the right speakers. To adjust the fade between the front and rear speakers, push and hold the AUDIO knob until FAD appears on the display.
Page 191 Finding a PTY Station To select and find a desired PTY perform the following: 1. Press the P-TYPE button. P-TYPE and the last selected PTY will be displayed on the screen. 2. Select a category by turning the P-TYPE knob. Once the desired category is displayed, press either SEEK arrow to select the category and take you to the category’s first station.
Page 192: Setting Preset Ptys
Setting Preset PTYs The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite PTYs. These buttons have factory PTY presets. You can set up to 12 PTYs (six FMI and six FM2) by performing the following steps: 1. Press BAND to select FMI or FM2. 2.
Page 193 Interrupt Feature: Traffic Your radio can interrupt the play of a CD. Press the TRAF button. The radio will seek to a station that broadcasts traffic announcements. When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements, it will stop. Brackets around TRAF will appear on the display.
Page 194 When a disc is inserted, the CD symbol will be displayed. If more than one disc has been loaded, a number for each disc will be displayed. If you select an equalization setting for your disc, it will be activated each time you play a disc.
Page 195 RPT (Repeat): With repeat, you can repeat one track or an entire disc. To use repeat, do the following: To repeat the track you are listening to, press and release the RPT button. RPT will appear on the display. Press RPT again to turn To repeat the disc you are listening to, press and hold the RPT button for appear on the display.
Page 196: Using Song List Mode
Using Song List Mode The integrated six-disc CD changer has a feature called song list. This feature is capable of saving 20 track selections. To save tracks into the song list feature, perform the following steps: Turn the disc player on and load it with at least one disc.
Page 197: Theft-Deterrent Feature (Non-Rds Radios)
To delete the entire song list, perform the following steps: 1. Turn the disc player on. 2. Press the SONG LIST button to turn song list on. S-LIST will appear on the display. 3. Press and hold the SONG LIST button for more than four seconds.
Page 198: Theft-Deterrent Feature (Rds Radios)
Theft-Deterrent Feature (RDS Radios) THEFTLOCK@ is designed to discourage theft of your radio. The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). If the radio is moved to a different vehicle, it will not operate and LOCKED will be displayed. When the radio and vehicle are turned off, the blinking red light indicates that THEFTLOCK@ is armed.
Page 199 The broken tape detection feature of your cassette tape player may identify the cleaning cassette as a damaged tape, in error. To prevent the cleaning cassette from being ejected, use the following steps: Turn the ignition on. Turn the radio off. Press and hold the TAPE CD button for five seconds.
Page 200: Care Of Your Cds
Care of Your CDs Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution and clean it, wiping from the center to the edge.
Page 202: Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle
Section Your Driving. the Road. and Your Vehicle Driver Behavior ... Driving Environment Vehicle Design Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking ... 4 . 8 Locking Rear Axle Steering Off -Road Recovery ... Passing Loss of Control Off-Road Driving with Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle ...
Page 203: Your Driving. The Road. And Your Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Whenever we drive, we’re taking on an important responsibility. This is true for any motor vehicle passenger car, van, truck, sport utility. Driver behavior, the driving environment, and the vehicle’s design all affect how well a vehicle performs. But statistics show that the most important factor, by far, is how we drive.
Page 204: Driving Environment
Driving Environment You can also help avoid a rollover or other type of crash by being prepared for driving in inclement weather, at night, or during other times where visibility or traction may be limited (such as on curves, slippery roads or hilly terrain).
Page 205: Drunken Driving
Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task. Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call, reading, or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision, with resulting injury.
Page 206 The Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of someone who is drinking depends upon four things: The amount of alcohol consumed The drinker’s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol.
Page 207 There is a gender difference, too. Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men. 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.
Page 208: Control Of A Vehicle
Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness and judgement can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol. You can have a serious-or even fatal-collision if you drive after drinking. Please don’t drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking.
Page 209: Anti-Lock Brake System
Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That’s perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That’s reaction time. Average reaction time is about that’s only an average.
Page 210 Let’s say the road is wet and you’re driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here’s what happens with ABS: A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels.
Page 211: Using Anti-Lock
Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.
Page 212: Steering In Emergencies
Steering Tips Driving on Curves It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves. Here’s why: Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves.
Page 213: Off -Road Recovery
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. But you have to act fast, steer quickly, and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object.
Page 214: Passing
Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-lane highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds.
Page 215: Loss Of Control
If other vehicles are lined up to pass a slow vehicle, wait your turn. But take care that someone isn’t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle. Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot. Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass.
Page 216: Off-Road Driving With Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle
If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go. If you start steering quickly enough, your vehicle may straighten out. Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs. Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel or other material is on the road.
Page 217: Before You Go Off-Roading
Before You Go Off-Roading 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 shields, if so equipped, are properly attached. Be sure you read all the information about your four-wheel-drive vehicle in this manual.
Page 218: Environmental Concerns
Environmental Concerns Off-road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation. However, it also raises environmental concerns. GM recognizes these concerns and urge every off-roader to follow these basic rules for protecting the environment: Always use established trails, roads and areas that have been specially set aside for public off-road recreational driving;...
Page 219: Scanning The Terrain
Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off-road driving. One of the best ways to control your vehicle is to control your speed. Here are some things to keep in mind. At higher speeds: you approach things faster and you have less time to scan the terrain for obstacles.
Page 220: Driving On Off-Road Hills
When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain, keep a firm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs or other surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hands if you’re not prepared. When you drive over bumps, rocks, or other obstacies, your wheels can leave the ground.
Page 221: Approaching A Hill
Approaching a Hill When you approach a hill, you need to decide if it’s one of those hills that’s just too steep to climb, descend or cross. Steepness can be hard to judge. On a very small hill, for example, there may be a smooth, constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top.
Page 222 Ease up on your speed as you approach the top the hill. Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills. Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffic know you’re there.
Page 223 As you are backing down the hill, put your left hand on the steering wheel at the 12 o’clock position. This way, you’ll be able to tell if your wheels are straight and maneuver as you back down. It’s best that you back down the hill with your wheels straight rather than in the left or right direction.
Page 224: Driving Downhill
Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK (P) (or, if you have the manual transmission, even if you’re in gear). This is because the NEUTRAL position on the transfer case overrides the transmission.
Page 225: Driving Across An Incline
Are there some things I should not do when driving down a hill? Yes! These are important because if you ignore them you could lose control and have a serious accident. When driving downhill, avoid turns that take you across the incline of the hill. A hill that’s not too steep to drive down may be too steep to drive across.
Page 226: Stalling On An Incline
For reasons like these, you need to decide carefully whether to try to drive across an incline. Just because the trail goes across the incline doesn’t mean you have to drive it. The last vehicle to try it might have rolled over.
Page 227: Driving In Mud, Sand, Snow Or Ice
If you have to walk down the slope, stay out of the path the vehicle will take if it does roll over. 4-26 Getting out on the downhill (low) side of a vehicle stopped across an incline is dangerous. If the vehicle rolls over, you could be crushed or killed.
Page 228: Driving In Water
You may want to reduce the air pressure in your tires slightly when driving on sand. This will improve traction. Drive at a reduced speed and avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers. Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction. On these surfaces, it’s very easy to lose control.
Page 229: After Off-Road Driving
After Off-Road Driving Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody, chassis or under the hood. These accumulations can be a fire hazard. After operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings cleaned and checked. These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking.
Page 230 Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively. Don’t drink and drive. Except Vehicles with Electrochromic Bay/Night Inside Rearview Mirror: Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles.
Page 231: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4-30 Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction.
Page 232 Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can’t, try to slow down before you hit them. Wet brakes can cause accidents.
Page 233: Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low. It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road. If you can see reflections from trees, telephone poles or other vehicles, and raindrops “dimple”...
Page 234: City Driving
City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You'll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going.
Page 235: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. 4-34 The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving.
Page 236: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night. When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up.
Page 237: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
Page 238 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. See Off-Road Driving with Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle page 4-15 for information about driving off-road. Keep your vehicle in good shape.
Page 239: Winter Driving
You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing zones, a falling rocks area or winding roads. Be alert to these and take appropriate action. Winter Driving 4-38 Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.
Page 240 What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all. You can get wet ice when it’s about freezing (32°F;...
Page 241: If You're Caught In A Blizzard
If You’re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation. You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow. Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers.
Page 242 Snow can tr exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You can’t see it or so you might not know it is in your smell vehicle.
Page 243: If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it need to spin the wheels, but you don’t want to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution.
Page 244: Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. If you have a four-wheel-drive vehicle, shift into 4HI. Then shift back and forth between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear (or with a manual transmission, between FIRST (1) or SECOND (2) and REVERSE (R)), spinning the wheels as little as possible.
Page 245 4-44 These 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.
Page 246: Towing
Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-6. If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind a motorhome), see “Recreational Vehicle Towing”...
Page 247: Dinghy Towing
Dinghy Towing Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles Only Nofice: Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components. Your two-wheel-drive vehicle should not be towed with all four wheels on the ground. Your transmission has no provision for internal lubrication while being towed.
Page 248: Dolly Towing
Shifting a four-w el-c w e vehicle’s transfer case into NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in Park (P) for an automatic transmission, or if your vehicle is in gear, for a manual transmission. You or others could be injured.
Page 249 In rare cases when it’s unavoidable and your vehicle must be towed with all four wheels on the ground, the propeller shaft to axle yoke orientation should be marked and the propeller shaft removed following the applicable service manual removaVinstallation procedure.
Page 250: Loading Your Vehicle
Loading Your Vehicle GAWR FRT GAWR GVWR ’ v MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL I N F O R M A T I O N n bEE K R ’ S The CertificationRire label is found on the driver’s door edge, above the door latch. The label shows the size of your original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle.
Page 251: Add-On Equipment
Notice: Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of overloading. If you put things inside your vehicle-like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else-they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they’ll keep going.
Page 252: If You Decide To Pull A Trailer
don’t use the correct -uipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well at all. You and your passengers could be seriously injured. Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section.
Page 253: Tow/Haul Mode
Then, during the first 500 miles (800 km) that you tow a trailer, don’t drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) and don’t make starts at full throttle. This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads.
Page 254: Weight Of The Trailer
Operating in the tow/haul mode when not pulling a heavy trailer will not cause damage to the vehicle, but you may experience reduced fuel economy and undesirable performance from the engine and transmission. The tow/haul mode should be used only when pulling a heavy trailer.
Page 255: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming the driver and one passenger are in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment. The weight of additional optional equipment, passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight.
Page 256: Total Weight On Your Vehicle's Tires
If you’re using a weight-carrying or a weight-distributing hitch, the trailer tongue weight (A) should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (B). Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight for your vehicle. After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper.
Page 257: Safety Chains
Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer.
Page 258: Following Distance
Drivi-2 with a Trailer If you have a rear-mos pull a trailer with your vehicle, carbon monoxide (CO) could come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness or death. See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index. To maximize your safety when towing a trailer: Have your exhaust system inspected for leaks, and make necessary repairs before...
Page 259: Making Turns
Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. Then, to move the trailer to the left, just move that hand to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move your hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if possible, have someone guide you.
Page 260 If you have an automatic transmission, you can tow in DRIVE (D). You may want to shift the transmission to THIRD (3) or, if necessary, a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts too often (e.g., under heavy loads and/or hilly conditions). Or, if you have a manual transmission and you are towing a trailer, it’s better not to use FIFTH (5) gear.
Page 261 5. If you have a four-wheel-drive vehicle with an automatic transfer case, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear-not in NEUTRAL. 6 3elease the regular brakes. It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set.
Page 262: Maintenance When Trailer Towing
Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid (don’t overfill), engine oil, axle lubricant, belt, cooling system and brake system.
Page 264: Service And Appearance Care
Section 5 Service Doing Your Own Service Work ... Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Fuel Gasoline Octane Gasoline Specifications ... California Fuel Additives Fuels in Foreign Countries ... Filling Your Tank Filling a Portable Fuel Container ... Checking Things Under the Hood Hood Release...
Page 265 Section 5 If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ... Compact Spare Tire Spare Tire Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Care of Safety Belts ... Weatherstrips ... Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle ... 5-82 Sheet Metal Damage Finish Damage ...
Page 266: Service
Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks:...
Page 267: Doing Your Own Service Work
Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7- 1 1.
Page 268: Fuel
Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle. Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher. If the octane is less than 87, you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive.
Page 269: California Fuel
California Fuel If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards, your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance may be affected.
Page 270: Filling Your Tank
F i l l i r Your Tank Fuel vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near fuel or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from fuel. The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the driver’s side of your vehicle.
Page 271 While refueling, hang the cap by the tether from the hook on the fuel filler door. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). If you get fuel on yourself anc d e n something ignites you could be badly burned.
Page 272: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the Indicator atmosphere.
Page 273: Checking Things Under The Hood
Checking Things Under the Hood Things th burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or rubber. You or others could be burned. Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine.
Page 274 3. Release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop.
Page 276: Engine Oil
A. Battery B. Coolant Recovery Tank C. Engine Oil Dipstick D. Engine Oil Fill E. Automatic Transmission Dipstick (If Equipped) F. Power Steering Reservoir G. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir H. Engine Air CleanedFilter I. Clutch Master Cylinder Reservoir J. Engine Compartment Fuse Block K.
Page 277: When To Add Engine Oil
When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you'll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Specifications on page 5-94.
Page 278: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst s iyt nbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol.
Page 279: Engine Oil Additives
As in the chart shown previously, SAE 5W-30 is the only viscosity grade recommended for your vehicle. You should look for and use only oils which have the API Starburst symbol and which are also identified as SAE 5W-30. If you cannot find such SAE 5W-30 oils, you can use an SAE 1OW-30 oil which has the API Starburst symbol, if it's going to be 0°F (-18°C) or above.
Page 280: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Remote Oil Filter (Four-wheel Drive) The access door for the remote oil filter is in the steering linkage shield assembly located under the radiator support. Turn the screw to unlock or lock the door. If you open the door, make sure is securely closed when you are finished.
Page 281: Automatic Transmission Fluid
To check or replace the engine air cleaner/filter do the following: 1. Remove the fasteners that hold the cover on and remove the cover. 2. Lift out the engine air cleaner/filter. 3. Insert a new air filter, if needed. See Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 5-96 to determine which filter to use.
Page 282: How To Check
How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick. Notice: Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission.
Page 283: How To Add Fluid
Then, without shutting the engine, follow these steps: The transmission dipstick handle has this symbol onit- The transmission dipstick is located near the center of the engine compartment. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-72 for more information on location. 1.
Page 284: Manual Transmission Fluid
Notice: We recommend you use only fluid labeled D E X R O N @ ’ 111, because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transmission. Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON@ 111 is not covered by your new vehicle warranty. After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as described under “How to Check.
Page 285: Hydraulic Clutch
Then, follow these steps: Remove the filler plug. Check that the lubricant level is up to the bottom of the filler plug hole. If the fluid level is good, install the plug and be sure it is fully seated. If the fluid level is low, add more fluid as described in the next steps.
Page 286: When To Check And What To Use
When to Check and What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should check the fluid level in your clutch master cylinder reservoir and for the proper fluid. See Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 6-26 and Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-33.
Page 287: What To Use
A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL@ coolant will: Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C). Give boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C). Protect against rust and corrosion. Help keep the proper engine temperature. Let the warning lights and gages work as they should.
Page 288: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant The coolant recovery tank is located in the engine compartment near the passenger side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. The vehicle must be on a level surface. When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at ADD, or a little higher.
Page 289: Radiator Pressure Cap
Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank, but be careful not to spill )u can be burnel-. you sp . . . engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. Occasionally check the coolant level in the radiator.
Page 290: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down.
Page 291: Cooling System
If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: 1. In heavy traffic, let the engine idle in NEUTRAL while stopped. If it is safe to do so, pull off the road, shift to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL and let the engine idle.
Page 292 When the engine is cold, the coolant level should be at least up to the ADD mark. If it isn’t, you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system.
Page 293 Notice: When adding coolant, you use only DEX-COOL@ (silicate-free) coolant. If coolant other than DEX-COOL@ is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the engine coolant will require change sooner (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first. Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX-COOL@ is not covered by your new vehicle warranty.
Page 294 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 the ADD mark, start your vehicle.
Page 295: How To Add Coolant
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 out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap, i s hot.
Page 296 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push 3. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOL down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck. See Engine Coolant on page 5-23 for more information about the proper coolant mixture.
Page 297 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to ADD mark. 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. 5-34 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot.
Page 298: Engine Fan Noise
8. Then replace the pressure cap. At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck, reinstall the pressure cap. Be sure the arrow on the pressure cap lines up like this. Engine Fan Noise This vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan.
Page 299: When To Check Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid The power steering reservoir is located near the front of the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle. 5-36 When to Check Power Steering Fluid not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise.
Page 300: Windshield Washer Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. if you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing.
Page 301: Brakes
Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the location of the reservoir. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear.
Page 302: What To Add
Checking Brake Fluid Y O U can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap. Just look at the brake fluid reservoir. The fluid level should be above MIN. If it isn’t have your brake system checked to see if there is a leak.
Page 303: Brake Wear
Brake Wear Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firm’--’...
Page 304: Replacing Brake System Parts
Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality GM brake parts.
Page 305: Jump Starting
Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to follow the steps below to do it safely. Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: They contain acid that can burn you.
Page 306 4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. Find the positive (+) and negative (-) terminal locations on each vehicle. See Engine Compariment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location of the battery. Using a tch near a battery can cause gas to explode.
Page 307 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 7 . Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery.
Page 308 12. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. If it won’t start after a few tries, it probably needs service. Nofice: Damage to your vehicle may result from electrical shorting if jumper cables are removed incorrectly. To prevent electrical shorting, take care that the cables don’t touch each other or any other metal.
Page 309: Rear Axle
Rear Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it. See Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6-4. How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface.
Page 310: Four-Wheel Drive
Four-wheel Drive Lubricant checks in this section also apply to these vehicles. However, there are two additional systems that need lubrication. Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant. See Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6-31.
Page 311: Front Axle
Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it. See Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6-4. How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface.
Page 312: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement See Replacement Bulbs page 5-53 for the proper types of bulbs to use. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your GM dealer. Halogen Bulbs Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured.
Page 313: Two-Piece Composite Headlamp System
5. Turn the bulb/socket assembly counterclockwise to remove it. 6. Put the new bulb/socket assembly into the headlamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight. Plug in the electrical connector. 8. Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle. 9.
Page 314: One-Piece Front Turn Signal Lamps
4. Turn the bulb/socket assembly counterclockwise to remove it. 5. Put the new bulb/socket assembly into the headlamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight. 6. Plug in the electrical connector. 7. Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle. 8.
Page 315: Two-Piece Front Turn Signal Lamps
Two-Piece Front Turn Signal Lamps 1. Remove the headlamp assembly as shown under Headlamps on page 5-49 for “Two-Piece Composite Headlamp System. ” 2. Locate the locking tabs on the assembly. Squeeze the tabs together and push that end of the assembly out while holding the tabs.
Page 316: Taillamps
7. Reinstall the harness bulb socket with the new bulb into the headlamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight. To reinstall the assembly, snap the outboard end of the lamp assembly back into the vehicle. Then swing the assembly in and snap it into place. 8.
Page 317: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear and cracking. See “Wiper Blade Check” under Cleaning the Outside Vehicle on page 5-82 for more information. 5-54 Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways.
Page 318 A. Blade Assembly D. Blade Pivot B. Arm Assembly E. Hook Slot C. Locking Tab F. Arm Hook 2. Press down on the blade assembly pivot locking tab. Pull down on the blade assembly to release it from the wiper arm hook. 3.
Page 319: Backglass Wiper Blade Replacement
A. Claw in Notch C. Incorrect Installation B. Correct Installation 6. Put the blade assembly pivot in the wiper arm hook. Pull up until the pivot locking tab locks in the hook slot. 7. Carefully lower the wiper arm and blade assembly onto the windshield.
Page 320: Tires
Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, )ur GMC Warranty booklet for details. Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous.
Page 321: When To Check
Inflation Tire Pressure The CertificationRire label, which is on the driver’s door edge, above the door latch, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km).
Page 322 The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. The first rotation is the most important. See “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services,” in Section 6, for scheduled rotation intervals. When rotating your tires, always use one of the correct rotation patterns shown here.
Page 323: When It Is Time For New Tires
When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. Some commercial truck tires may not have treadwear indicators.
Page 324: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could have a crash. Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle. Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels.
Page 325 Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
Page 326: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance. Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other, the alignment may need to be reset.
Page 327: Used Replacement Wheels
Notice: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis. See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5-66 for more information.
Page 328: If A Tire Goes Flat
If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a “blowout”, here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side.
Page 329: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people.
Page 330 The following instructions explain how to remove the spare tire, depending on where it your vehicle. See Compact Spare Tire on page 5-78 or Spare Tire page 5-78 for more information about the spare. 1. To remove your jack cover, pull up on the latch(es) on the cover.
Page 331 To remove an inside-mounted spare tire, reach into your tire’s cover and unscrew the wing the wheel. Remove it and the retainer. Unhook the tire from the mounting bracket and remove the cover. To remove a rear-mounted spare tire, first make sure that the carrier arm is fully-latched to the tailgate.
Page 332: Removing The Wheel Cover
The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A) and wheel wrench (B). Your vehicle may also have an optional hub cap removal tool. Removing the Wheel Cover Position the chisel end of your wheel wrench, or the hub cap removal tool (if equipped), in the notch of the hub cap and pry off the hub cap.
Page 333: Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire
If you have individual wheel nut caps that cover each nut, they must be removed in order to get to the wheel nuts. Use the socket end of the wheel wrench to remove the wheel nut caps. Your wheel nut caps may attach your hub cap to the wheel.
Page 334 3. Fit the jack into the appropriate hole nearest the flat tire. A. Front Frame Hole B. Rear Frame Hole (2-Door) or Spring Hanger (4-Door) Hole 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.
Page 335 4. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well. 5. Remove all the wheel nuts and take 5-72 Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts...
Page 336 Nev ler use oil or g irease on studs or nut s. If you do, the nuts might come could fall off, causing a serious accident. Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface. 8. Put the nuts hand. Make sure the rounded end is toward the wheel.
Page 337: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools
11. Use the wrench to tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. Incorrect w h , , l nuts or improp,..y wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident.
Page 338 Follow this diagram to store the underbody-mounted spare. B’ E. Wheel Wrench A. Retainer B. Valve Stem F. Lower (Pointed Down) G. Raise H. Hoist Arm C. Spare or Flat Tire D. Spring 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle, with the valve stem pointed down and to the rear.
Page 339 Follow this diagram for the inside-mounted spare. A. Spare or Flat Tire D. Wheel Carrier B. Retainer E. Hook C. Nut 5-76 Follow this diagram for the rear-mounted spare. A. Wheel Carrier B. Spare or Flat Tire C. Wheel Nut and Locking Nut Cylinder (If Equipped)
Page 340 6. Reinstall the locking wheel nut using the wheel wrench. Then push the lock case onto the lug nut until it stops. The key does not have to be inserted into the lock. Push the lock case to be sure it is secured. The special lug nut and lock case is not intended to be used on any road wheei, only on the spare wheel carrier.
Page 341: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire The compact spare tire is a temporary replacement tire made to perform at speeds up to 65 mph (105 km/h) and for distances up to 3,000 miles (5 000 km). With the compact spare installed, you can finish your trip and then have the damaged or flat road tire repaired or replaced.
Page 342: Appearance Care
Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flames if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space.
Page 343: Top Of The Instrument Panel
Here are some cleaning tips: Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. Clean up stains as soon as you can they set. Carefully scrape off any excess stain. Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often.
Page 344: Wood Panels
Wood Panels Use a Clean cloth moistened in Warm, soapy water (use mild dish washing soap). Dry the wood immediately with a clean cloth. Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass.
Page 345: Cleaning The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water.
Page 346: Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts
Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible.
Page 347: Sheet Metal Damage
Aluminum Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle.
Page 348: Underbody Maintenance
Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed: accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection.
Page 349 GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials (cont’d) Description Removes dirt and grime Chrome and Wire Wheel from chrome wheels and Cleaner wire wheel covers. Removes dust, fingerprints, and surface Finish Enhancer contaminants, Spray on wipe off. ~~~~~ Removes swirl marks, fine scratches and other Swirl Remover Polish light surface contamination.
Page 350: Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) SAMPLE4UXl M072675 This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle.
Page 351: Electrical System
Electrical System Add-on Electrical Equipment Notice: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should.
Page 352: Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block is located at the end of the instrument panel on the driver's side of the vehicle. Remove the cover by turning the fastener counterclockwise. Extra fuses and the fuse extractor are provided in the cover.
Page 353 Fuse Usage Cruise Control Module and Switch, Body Control Module, Heated Seats Gages, Body Control Module, Instrument Panel Cluster Parking Lamps, Power Window Switch, Body Control Module, Ashtray Lamp Steering Wheel Radio Controls Headlamps Switch, Body Control Module, Headlamp Relay Courtesy Lamps, Battery Run-Down Protection Heating, Ventilation, Air Cooling...
Page 354: Engine Compartment Fuse Block
Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located under the hood on the driver’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. Remove the cover by turning the fastener counterclockwise.
Page 355 Fuse Usage RT TURN Right Turn Signal Front LT TURN Left Turn Signal Front HDLP W/W Not Used LT TRN Left Turn Signal Rear RT TRN Right Turn Signal Rear RR PRK Right Rear Parking Lamps TRL PRK Trailer Park Lamps LTHDLP Left Headlamp RTHDLP...
Page 356 Fuse Usage PARKLP Parking Lamps LR PRK Left Rear Parking Lamps LIFTGLASS Liftglass IGN C Starter Solenoid, Fuel Pump, PRNDL HTDSEAT Heated Seat HVAC Heating,Ventilation, Air Cooling System TRCHMSL Trailer Center High Mount Stop Light RRDFOG Rear Defogger Truck Body Computer Fuse Usage Clutch Switch, NSBU Switch...
Page 357: Capacities And Specifications
Capacities and Specifications Firina Order Capacities Please refer to Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-33 for more information. Application Cooling System* *All capacities are approximate. After refill, the level must be checked. 5-94 Wheels and Tires Wheel Nut Torque 100 Ib-ft Tire Pressure 1-6-5-4-3-2 (140...
Page 358 Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity If you do your own service work, you’ll need the proper service manual. See Doing Your Own Service Work on page 5-4 for additional information. It is recommended that service work on your air conditioning system be performed by a qualified technician.
Page 359: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 20 inches (51 cm) **GM Part No. 5-96...
Page 360: Maintenance Schedule
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Maintenance Requirements How This Section is Organized Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ... 6. 4 Using Your Maintenance Schedule ... Selecting the Right Schedule Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance ... 6. 6 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance Part B: Owner Checks and Services At Each Fuel Fill...
Page 361: Introduction
Maintenance Schedule Introduction IMPORTANT: 7 E P ENGINE OIL THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer details.
Page 362: How This Section Is Organized
How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explains what have done and how often. Some services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer’s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs.
Page 363: Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services In this part are scheduled maintenance services which are to be performed at the mileage intervals specified. Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it.
Page 364: Selecting The Right Schedule
Selecting the Right Schedule First you’ll need to decide which of the two schedules is right for your vehicle. Here’s how to decide which schedule to follow: Short TripKity Definition Follow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: Most trips are less than 5 miles (8 km).
Page 365: Long Trip/Highway Definition
Long Trip/Highway Definition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance are true. Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads. Use the Short Trip/City schedule for these conditions.
Page 366 Footnotes The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warrmty or lknii recall liability prior the completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded.
Page 367 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 368 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See fuotnote #.) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 369 30.000 Miles 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 370 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. U Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever 0ccLlrs first). (See footnote #.) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 371 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 372 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote X ) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 373 66,000 Miles (1 10 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 374 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs firstj. (See footnote #-) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 375 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 376 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 377 Footnotes The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle ' s useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded.
Page 378 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 379 Miles (50 000 km) 30,000 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 380 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 381 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 382 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Ll Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 383 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Page 384 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. 0 Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. If you haven’t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and, therefore, haven’t changed your automatic transmission fluid, change both the fluid and filter.
Page 385: Part B: Owner Checks And Services
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Part D.
Page 386: At Least Twice A Year
Cassette Tape Player Service Clean cassette tape player. Cleaning should be done every 50 hours of tape play. See Audio System(s) on page 3-39 for further details. At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly.
Page 387: At Least Once A Year
Manual Transmission Check Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See Manual Transmission Fluid on page 5-2 1. Check for leaks. A fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. Have the system inspected and repaired if needed. Automatic Transmission Check Check the transmission fluid level;...
Page 388: Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check
3. On automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear. The starter should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in any other position, your vehicle needs service. On manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever in NEUTRAL (N), push the clutch down halfway and try to start the engine.
Page 389: Underbody Flushing Service
Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission Park (P) Mechanism Check When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll.
Page 390: Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should /et your dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs.
Page 391: Throttle System Inspection
Throttle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Transfer Case and Front Axle (Four-wheel Drive) Inspection Every 12 months or at engine oil change intervals, check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant...
Page 392: Part D: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer. Usage FluWLubricant Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol Engine Oil of the proper viscosity.
Page 393 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Electronic DEXRON-Ill Automatic Transmission Transfer Case Fluid. AUTO-TRAK I1 Fluid (GM Part No. Automatic U S . 12378508, in Canada Transfer Case 10953626). Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. Rear Driveline U S . 12377985, in Canada Center Spline 88901242, or equivalent) or lubricant and Universal meeting requirements of NLGI #2,...
Page 394: Part E: Maintenance Record
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record 6-35...
Page 395 Maintenance Record (cont’d) 6-36...
Page 396 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Maintenance Record...
Page 397 Maintenance Record (cont’d) 6-38...
Page 398: Customer Assistance Information
Section 7 Customer Assistance Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Online Owner Center Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users Customer Assistance Offices GM Mobility Program for Persons Disabilities Customer Assistance information Roadside Assistance Program ... 7.6 7. 2 7 . 2 Courtesy Transportation Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government...
Page 399: Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet. 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 400 STEP THREE: Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, you should file with the GMiBBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have.
Page 401: Online Owner Center
(TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) Customer Assistance Off ices Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to Chevrolet, the letter should be addressed to Chevrolet’s Customer Assistance Center. United States Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O.
Page 402: All Overseas Locations
Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario H 8P7 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 All Overseas Locations Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S.
Page 403: Roadside Assistance Program
To enhance Chevrolet’s strong commitment to customer satisfaction, Chevrolet is excited to announce the establishment of the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Center. As the owner of a 2003 Chevrolet, membership in Roadside Assistance is free. Roadside Assistance is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, by calling 1-800-CHEV-USA (243-8872).
Page 404: Canadian Roadside Assistance
Basic Care and Courtesy Care are not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Chevrolet reserves the right to modify or discontinue Basic Care and Courtesy Care at any time. The Roadside Assistance Center uses companies that will provide you with quality and priority service.
Page 405: Courtesy Transportation
Courtesy Transportation Chevrolet has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail...
Page 406 Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait Chevrolet helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options. Depending on the circumstances, your dealer can offer you one of the following:...
Page 407: Additional Program Information
Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A separate booklet entitled “Warranty and Owner Assistance Information” furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information. Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer.
Page 408: Reporting Safety Defects To The Canadian Government
In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-222-1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33170 Detroit, MI 48232-51 70 In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
Page 409: Service Bulletins
Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle. In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your General Motors dealer or by calling 1-800-GM-DRIVE (1 -800-463-7483).
Page 410 Accessory Power Outlets Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle ... Adding Washer Fltiid ... Additional Program Information ... Additives, Fuel ... Add-on Electrical Equipment ... Add-on Equipment ... Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) ... After Off-Road Driving Air Bag Readiness Light ... Air Bag System Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle...
Page 411 Audio Systems (cont.) Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS) ... Theft-Deterrent Feature Understanding Radio Reception ... Automatic Headlamp System ... Automatic Transfer Case ... Automatic Transmission Fluid Operation ...
Page 412: Checking Things Under The Hood
Care of Your (cont.) Cargo Cover Cargo Tie-Downs Cassette Tape Messages Cassette Tape Player Service Center Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts Center Rear Passenger Position, Center Seat Positions, Child Restraints Chains, Tires Charging System Light Check Engine Light ... Gages Warning Light Checking Brake Fluid ...
Page 413 Convenience Net ... Convenience System. Rear . ., Coolant Engine Temperature Gage Heater. Engine Cooling Cooling System ... Cruise Control ... 3-10 Current and Past Model Order Forms Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users Customer Assistance Off ices ...
Page 414 Driving On Grades Driving on Off-Road Hills Driving on Snow or Driving Through Deep Standing Water Driving Through Flowing Water Driving iiphiii Driving with a Trailer Electrical System Add-on Equipment ... Fuses and Circuit Breakers Headlamps ... Power Windows and Other Power Options ... 5-88 Windshield Wiper Fuses Electronic Transfer Case ...
Page 415 Flat Tire. Changing Fluid ..Automatic Transmission Manual Transmission Power Steering ... 5-36 Windshield Washer FM ... Fog Lamps Following Distance ... Footnotes Four Door Models Four-wheel Drive ... Front Axle ... Front Map Lamps ... Front Reading Lamps Front Storage Area Fuel...
Page 416 Headlamps (cont.) Electrical System ... Halogen Bulbs ... One-Piece Front Turn Signal Lamps Two-Piece Front Turn Signal Lamps ... 5-52 Heated Seats ... Heating Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Hitches HomeLink Transmitter, Programming HomeLink@ Transmitter Hood Checking Things Under Release ...
Page 417 Instrument Panel Fuse Block Instrumental Panel Brightness ... Interior Lamps ... Interior Plastic Components ... Jump Starting Key Lock Cylinders Service ... Key Release Button ... Keyless Entry System ... Keys Lamps Exterior Interior ... Lamps On Reminder Lap Belt ... Lap-Shoulder Belt ...
Page 418 Locks (cont.) Programmable Automatic Door Locks Rear Door Security Locks Long Trip/Highway Definition Long Trip/Highway Intervals Long irip/Highway Scheduied Maintenance Loss of Control Low Fuel Warning Light Luggage Carrier ... Lumbar Manual Controls ... Power Controls ... Maintenance. Normal Replacement Maintenance Schedule Each Fuel Fill...
Page 419 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Manual Rearview Mirror Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror ... 2-43 Outside Convex Mirror Outside Heated Mirrors ... Outside Manual Mirror Outside Power Mirrors Model Reference ... MyGMLink.com ... New Vehicle Break-In Normal Maintenance Replacement Odometer ... Odometer. Trip Off-Road Recovery ...
Page 420 Payload ... Plan Ahead When Possible ... Playing a Cassette Tape ... 3-48, 3-57. 3-64 Playing a Compact Disc Playing a Specific Loaded Compact Disc Playing the Radio Power Accessory Outlets ... Door Locks ... Electrical System ... Lumbar Controls ... Seat ...
Page 421 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Removing the Wheel Cover Replacement Bulbs Replacing Brake System Parts Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government General Motors United States Government Reprogramming a Single HomeLink@ Button ... 2-47 Resetting Defaults Restraint System Check ...
Page 422: Power Lumbar
Seats (cont.) Manual Lumbar Memory Power Lumbar Power Seats Rear Seat Operation Reclining Seatbacks Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System Rear Outside Seat Position Right Front Seat Position Security Light Selecting the Right Schedule. Maintenance Service Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Doing Your Own Work Engine Soon Light...
Page 423 Storage Garment Hooks Storage Areas Convenience Net ... Front Storage Area Glove Box ... Luggage Carrier Overhead Console Rear Convenience System Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools ... 5-74 Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow ... Sun Visors ... Sunglasses Storage Compartment ...
Page 424 Trailer Brakes Trailer Wiring Harness Transfer Case Transfer Case and Front Axle (Four-wheel Drive) Inspection Transmission Fluid. Automatic Fluid. Manual ... Up-Shift Light ... Transmission Operation. Automatic Transmission Operation. Manual ... Transmission. Transaxle. Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual Transportation Options ... Traveling to Remote Areas ...
Page 425 Warning Lights. Gages and Indicators Warnings Hazard Warning Flashers ... Other Warning Devices Safety and Symbols ... Vehicle Damage Washing Your Vehicle ... Weatherstrip Lubrication ... Weight of the Trailer Weight of the Trailer Tongue What Kind of Engine Oil to Use ... What to Add What to Do with Used Oil What to Use ...

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