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  • Page 1 L I I O N O ~ O w n e r ' s M a n u a l THE STRENGTH OF EXPERIENCE,...
  • Page 3 This will help you enjoy safe and trouble-free operation of your vehicle. When it comes to service, keep in mind that your GMC Truck dealer knows your vehicle best and is interested in your complete satisfaction.
  • Page 4 Services Ltd., 1500 Bonhill Rd., Mississauga, Ontario L5T 1C7. GMCTRUCK GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, GMC, and SONOMA are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. in it so the new owner can use it.
  • Page 5 Model Reference This manual covers fhese models: TYPE MODEL REGULAR CAB CLUB COUPElEXTENDED CAB...
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTEIVTS TO21...
  • Page 7 Section This section tells safety and vehicle damage warnings and symbols. This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle. This section tells you controls and how to operate your audio system. Here you’ll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions.
  • Page 9 Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning receive their new vehicle. This will controls for your vehicle. work together to explain things quickly. INDEX: A good place to look for what you need is the Index in back of the manual.
  • Page 10 How To Use This Manual Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use yellow the word CAUTION to tell you about things ignore the warning. CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people. In the yellow caution area, we tell you what the hazard what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard.
  • Page 11 Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these blue notices: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle In the blue notice area, vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly.
  • Page 12 Vehicle Symbols are some of the symbols you will find on your vehicle. For example, These on an used these symbols original battery: Protect Eyes Spark or Flame Could Caution Caustic Battery Acid Shielding Could Explode Battery Possible Injury Cause Burns Avoid Sparks or Flames hese symbols are important for you and your passengers whenever your...
  • Page 13 These symbols have to do with Master Lighting Switch Parking Lights These symbols are on some Windshield Washer Ventilating your lights. Turn Signal Hazard Warning Direction Flasher Fog Lights Daytime Running Lights of your controls: Windshield Windshield Defroster Heaulight High Beam Release Hood Wiper...
  • Page 14 Use This Manual These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights. Engine Coolant Battery Charging Temperature BRAKE Brake (Digital Cluster) (Standard Cluster) Here are some other symbols you may Fuse Fuel System BRAKE SHIFT Brake Shift Light see. Lighter Horn Engine Oil Pressure...

  • Page 15: Table Of Contents

    Here you’ll find information about the seats your safety belts properly not do with safety belts Seats and Seat Controls Head Restraints Safety Belts: They’re For Everyone Why Safety Belts Work Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts How To Wear Safety Belts Properly ..-...

  • Page 16: Seats And Seat Controls

    Seats & Safety Belts Seats and Seat Contro/s This section tells you about the and down. Front Seats You can lose control driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. :ould startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you don’t want to.
  • Page 17 Reclining Front Seatbacks (Bucket Seats or 60140 Split-Bench) To adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the outer side the lever to lock the seatback where you want it. Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to an upright position. But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving.
  • Page 18 Seats & Safety Belts Manual Lumbar Adjusfmenf If you have this feature, there will be a knob with six settings on of the driver and passenger bucket seats. Turn the knob counter-clockwise to increase lumbar support and clockwise decrease lumbar support. Front Seatback Latches The front seatback folds forward to let people get into the back seat or the storage area behind the seat.
  • Page 19 There’s one time the seatback may not That’s if your vehicle is parked going down a fairly steep hill. To fold a front seatback forward, lift this latch. Then the seatback will fold forward. the seat to work properly. Easy Entry Seat (Extended Cab) The right front bucket or split-bench seat in and out of the rear vehicle area.
  • Page 20 Seats & Safety Belts When you tilt the right front seatback fully forward, slide forward. After someone gets into the rear seat area, move seatback to its original position. Then move the seat rearward locks. If an easy entry right front seat wdden stop or crash, the person sitting there could be injured.

  • Page 21: Head Restraints

    Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down of your ears. This to the top a crash. Safety Belts: They’re 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. CAUTION Don’t let anyone ride where they can’t wear you are in...
  • Page 22 Seats & Safety Belts This figure lights up when you turn the key safety belt isn’t buckled, and you’ll hear buckle up. In many states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: 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 23: Why Safety Belts Work

    After 25 years of safety belts buckling up does matter Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, the bike going 10 mph (16 kmlh), so is the child. When the bike hits the block, it stops. But the child keeps going! in vehicles, the facts are clear.
  • Page 24 Seats & Safety Belts P--= AM115003 AM115004 Take the simplest “vehicle”. Suppose it’s just a seat on wheels. Put someone AM1 15005 Get it up to speed. Then stop “vehicle”. The rider doesn’t stop. 1-1 0...
  • Page 25 d ” AM115006 by something. In a real vehicle, it The person keeps going until stopped . . . could be the windshield the instrument panel . . . 1-1 1...

  • Page 26: Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts

    Seats & Safety Belts or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones That’s why safety belts make such good sense. Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts-and the Answers Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident...
  • Page 27 Q: If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should wear safety belts? A: You may be an excellent driver, but that isn’t your fault you and your passengers driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers.

  • Page 28: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly

    Seats & Safety Belts How To Wear Safety Belts Prroperly Adults This part is only for people There are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different be riding in your vehicle, see the part after this one, called ‘‘Children”.

  • Page 29: Lap-Shoulder Belt

    Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat (to see how, see “Seats” up straight. 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull twisted. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until to wear it properly.
  • Page 30 Sr.,ts & Safety Belts If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender’’ at the section. Make sure the release button on the buckle faces upward would be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever had to. The lap part of the belt should be the thighs.
  • Page 31 Q: What’s wrong with A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much way. You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is crash you would move forward The shoulder belt should Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.
  • Page 33 Q: What's wrong with this? AM125002 A: The belt is twisted across the body. back out of the way. AM1 20060 1-19...

  • Page 34: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy

    Seats & Safety Belts door, Before you close the the door on it, you can damage both the belt Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible throughout the pregnancy.

  • Page 35: Right Front Passenger Position

    Right Front Passenger Position The right front passenger’s safety belt works safety belt. See “Driver Position,” earlier When the lap portion of the belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again. Center Passenger Position (Bench Seat) If your vehicle has a bench seat, someone can sit in the center position.

  • Page 36: Lap Belt

    Seats & Safety Belts Lap Belt When you sit in a center seating position, you has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the the belt. To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown Buckle, position and release it the same lap-shoulder belt.
  • Page 37 Rear Seat Passengers (Extended Cab Jump Seats) These are reserve seating positions equipped with lap belts only. important for rear seat passengers unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren't safely belted can be thrown out a crash.

  • Page 38: Children

    Seats & Safety Belts To make shorter, pull the belt as shown until and release it the same way as the lap part of the driver’s safety belt (see “Driver Position” in the Index.) Make sure the buckle faces upward outward you would be Don’t use child restraints...
  • Page 39 CAUTION Never hold a baby in your arms while riding doesn't weigh much-until become so heavy you can't 25 mph (40 km/h), 240-pound (11 0 kg) force on your arms. The baby would be almost impossible to hold. Secure the baby in an infant a crash.

  • Page 40: Child Restraints

    Seats & Safety Belts Child Restraints Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraint. instructions on the restraint itself use the belt system in your vehicle, but the child also has within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury. The instructions that come with the infant or child restraint will do that.
  • Page 41 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position (Bench Seat-Except Don’t use child restraints in the center position of a When you secure a child restraint in a center seating position, the lap belt. See the earlier part about the top strap one.
  • Page 42 Seats & Safety Belts 2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the restraint. 3. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say. 5. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release so you’ll be able to unbuckle it quickly 6.
  • Page 43 Jump Seats (Extended Cab) Don’t use child restraints in these positions. The restraints won’t work properly. 60/40 Split-Bench Seat Don’t use a child restraint in this position. The restraint won’t work properly. 1-29 KO597 PO352...
  • Page 44 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap i f the child restraint has one. 1. Put the restraint on the seat. restraint. 2. Secure the child in the child restraint 3.
  • Page 45 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button faces upward or outward, so you'll be able to unbuckle it quickly if you ever need to. of the lap belt all the way out 5. Pull the rest lock. 6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint.

  • Page 46: Larger Children

    Seats & Safety Belts If you’re using a bucket seat, adjust the seat forward until the lap portion the safety belt holds the restraint firmly. But, don’t move needed to tighten the lap belt. To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt back all the way.
  • Page 47 Children who aren’t buckled CAUTION Never do this. ’ Here two children are wearing the same spread the impact forces. crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. can strike other people who are. belt.
  • Page 48 Seats & Safety Belts Q: What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face A: Move the child toward the center shoulder belt still is on the child’s shoulder, upper body would have the restraint that belts provide.

  • Page 49: Safety Belt Extender

    Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt But if a safety belt isn’t extender. It’s free. When wear, so the extender will for you, and just for the seat someone eke use it, and use it only for just attach it to the regular safety belt. Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure anchorages and reminder systems are working properly.
  • Page 50 Seats & Safety Belts If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage also may mean you will have to have safety belt parts, like anchorage locations repaired-even of the collision. What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is torn. Torn or frayed belts may not protect you apart under impact forces.
  • Page 51 ‘ i i , K2447 The model number the replacement belt must be listed on the safety belt you want to replace. 1-37...
  • Page 53 Here you can learn about the many standard vehicle. and information on starting. shifting. and braking the instrument panel and the warning systems that working properly-and what to do For explanation of vehicle symbols. refer Section 0 Keys Your Doors and How They Work Side Doors Door Locks Theft...
  • Page 54 & Contmls Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You’re Parked Four-wheel Drive Manual Transfer Case Electronic Transfer Case Windows Tailgate Horn ... 2-33 Tilt Wheel Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Headlight High-Low Beam Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cruise Control Lights ...

  • Page 55: Keys

    Keys CAUTION Leaving young children in a vehicle with for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the vehicle move. Don't leave the keys chi1 The ignition keys are for the ignition only. the ignition key is dangerous power windows or other controls or even make in a vehicle with...
  • Page 56 Featuves & Controls The door keys are for the doors When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer removes the plugs from the keys, and gives them to the first owner. Each plug has a code on to make extra keys. Keep the plugs in a safe place.

  • Page 57: Your Doors And How They Work

    NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent theft. a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock But you can have your keys inside. You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in. So be sure to have extra keys.

  • Page 58: Door Locks

    Features & Controls Door Locks I I' Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers-especially out. When a door is locked, the inside handle won't open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. This may not be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren't locked.
  • Page 59 To unlock the door from the inside: Slide the lever on your inside toward you. You will see a red area on the lever. Power Door Locks If your vehicle has power door locks, push the power door lock switch either front door toward the key symbol.

  • Page 60: Theft

    Features & Controls Theft Vehicle theft is a big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features, put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Key in the Ignition: If you walk away from your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves-so don’t you park your vehicle and...

  • Page 61: New Vehicle Break-In

    New Vehicle Your modern vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But qerform better in the long run Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for the first (804 km). don’t drive a, a l l y (804 km). Don’t make Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles (322 km) or so During this time your new brake linings aren’t yet broken in.
  • Page 62 Features & Contmls LOCK: This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transmission. a theft deterrent feature. ignition is turned to LOCK. Off: This position lets you turn like LOCK. Use Off if you must have your vehicle is off (for example, if your vehicle is being pushed). Run: This is the position for driving.

  • Page 63: Starting Your Engine

    Key Release Lever The ignition key cannot be removed from the ignition vehicles unless the key release lever To Remove the Key Turn the key to the LOCK position while pressing the key release lever down at the same time. Keeping your finger on the lever, pull the key straight out.
  • Page 64 Features & Controls NOTICE Ion’t try to shift to P (Park) i f your vehicle is moving. If you do, you :odd damac- the ‘-ansmission. Shift ;topped. Manual Transmission: Shift your gear selector floor while starting the engine. Your vehicle won’t start is not all the way down-that’s 2.
  • Page 65 NOTICE Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If yo’. add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the fuel injection system operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check wit yuor dealer. If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly. If you ever have your vehicle towed, To Starl Your 2.8 Liter (VIN Code (VIN Codes...

  • Page 66: Driving Through Deep Standing Water

    Features & Controls I f it doesn’t start right three seconds, push the accelerator down for 12 more seconds, or until it starts. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), flooded with too much gasoline. Try this: Wait 15 seconds to let the starter motor cool down.
  • Page 67 Engine Block Heater In very cold weather, 0°F (-18°C) or colder, the optional engine block heater can help. You’ll get easier starting warm-up. To use the block heater: 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3.
  • Page 68 Features & Controls How long should you keep the block on the weather, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact a General Motors dealer in the area where you'll be you the best advice for that particular area.
  • Page 69 CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle i f the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
  • Page 70 NOTICE Damage to your transmission caused by shifting out of P (Park) or (Neutral) with the engine racing isn’t covered OD (Automatic Overdrive). This position more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than about 35 mph (56 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down.
  • Page 71 FivemSpeed Manual lLansmission This is the shift pattern. Here’s how 1 (First Gear)-Press up on the clutch pedal as You can shift into 1 when you’re going less than you’ve come to a complete stop and it’s hard to shift shift lever in N (Neutral) and let up on the clutch.
  • Page 72 Features & Controls Shift to R (Reverse) only after your vehicle everse) while your vehicle Also use R (Reverse) along with the parking brake for parking your vehicle. Shift Light If you have a manual transmission, you have a show you when to shift to the next higher gear for best fuel economy.

  • Page 73: Locking Rear Axle

    CAUTION If you skip more than one gear when you downshift, you could lose control of your vehicle. And you could injure yourself or others. N O T l C E If you skip more than one gear when you downshift, engine when you downshift, Locking Rear Axle If you have this feature, your rear axle can give you additional traction on...
  • Page 74 Features & Controls To release fhe parking brake: Hold the regular brake pedal down. Pull the brake release lever. You may have tc ,zplace them, and you could also damage other parts your vehicle. If you on a hill: See “Parking on Hills”...
  • Page 75 Shifting Into P (Park) (Automatic Transmission Models Only) CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured.
  • Page 76 Features & Controls If you have four-wheel drive with a manual transfer case shift lever, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear-not in Move the ignition key 5. Remove the key and take it with you. vehicle with the ignition key in your Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission Models Only) CAUTION...

  • Page 77: Parking Over Things That Burn

    Parking Over Things That Burn AM220007 CAUTION Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. 2-25...

  • Page 78: Engine Exhaust

    Engine Exhaust CAUTION Engine exhaust can which you can’t see death, You might have exhaust coming Your exhaust system sounds strange Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. Your vehicle was damaged Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points road or over road debris. Repairs weren’t done correctly.

  • Page 80: Four-Wheel Drive

    Features & Manual Transfer Case The transfer case shift lever is lever to shift into and out of four-wheel drive. An indicator light near the lever shows you the transfer case settings: 2 WHEEL 4 HIGH N SET PARKING BRAKE 4 LOW The front axle portion of the diagram on the indicator will light...

  • Page 81: Electronic Transfer Case

    4 LOW: This setting also engages your front axle You may never need 4 LOW. It sends the maximum power You might choose 4 LOW if you were driving off-road in sand, snow and climbing or descending steep hills. You can shift from 2 WHEEL to 4 HIGH or from 4 HIGH to 2 WHEEL while the vehicle is moving.
  • Page 82 Features & Contrvls 4HI: This setting engages your front axle Use 4HI when you need extra traction, such as on snowy or icy roads, or in most off-road situations. 3. 4LO: This setting also engages your front axle to give you extra traction. You may never need 4LO.

  • Page 83: Windows

    To shift from 4LO to 4HI: Stop your vehicle. Shift your transmission into (Neutral) or depress your must wait for the green 4HI indicator light to stop flashing and go solid green before shifting your transmission into gear or releasing the clutch pedal. If the 4HI switch is pressed when your vehicle green 4HI indicator light will flash for 30 seconds but not complete the shift unless the vehicle is below...
  • Page 84 Features & Controls Push the switch down to lower the window. Push the switch up to raise the window. Sliding Rear Window Your vehicle may have a sliding rear window. Press the top the center the window and slide the glass window, be sure the latch catches.

  • Page 85: Tailgate

    Tailgate You can open the tailgate by pulling up on the handle while pulling tailgate down. When you put the tailgate back up, be sure Horn Press the pad in the center of the steering wheel it latches securely. sound the horn. 2-33 KO21 6 KO223...

  • Page 86: Tilt Wheel

    Features & Confrols Tilt Wheel If you have a tilt steering wheel, it allows you before you drive. Do not adjust the steering wheel during your driving. You can also raise it to the highest level you enter and exit the vehicle. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever.
  • Page 87 The 7brn Signal/Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your: Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Headlight High-Low Beam Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cruise Control (Option) & Passing Signal 2-35...

  • Page 88: Turn Signal And Lane Change Indicator

    Features & Controls Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward (for Right) and two downward (for Left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. PO1 78 To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down.
  • Page 89 To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the green arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change. The lever will return by itself when you release it. As you signal a turn or a lane change, on, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won’t see your turn...

  • Page 90: Headlight High-Low Beam

    Features & Contmls Headlight High-Low Beam To change the headlights from low beam signal lever all the way toward you. Then release it. When the high beams are on, a blue light on the instrument panel also will Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by turning the to high or high to low, pull the turn be on.
  • Page 91 For a single wiping cycle, wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one cycle. more cycles, hold the band on MIST longer. For steady wiping at low speed, turn the position. For high speed wiping, wipers, move the band to the off symbol. Low Speed Delay Wipers (Option) You can set the wiper speed for can be very...

  • Page 92: Windshield Washer

    Features & Contmls Windshield Washer At the top of the multifunction lever there's a paddle with the word it. To spray i a s h e r fluid on the windshield, push the paddle. If you have the standard wipers, the wipers will keep going turn the wiper control to the off symbol.

  • Page 93: Cruise Control

    on? mix water with ready-to-use wash Cruise Control (Option) PO259 With Cruise Control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help trips. Cruise Control does not work at speeds below about long km/h).
  • Page 94 CAUTION Truise Control can be dangerous where you can’t drive safely stead,y speed. roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise Control can be dangerous on slippery roads. roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you could lose control. Don’t use Cruise on slippery roads.
  • Page 95 To Resume a Set Speed Suppose you set your Cruise the brake. This, of course, shuts to reset it. Once you’re going move the Cruise Control switch from ON to WA (Resume/Accelerate) for about half a second. You’ll go right back up If you hold the switch at second, the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the swii or apply the...
  • Page 96 Featums & Controls Here’s the second way to go to a higher speed: 1. Move the Cruise switch from there until you get up to the speed you want, and then release the switch. To increase your speed (ResumelAccelerate) for less than half a second and then release it. Each time you do this, your vehicle will go To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise Control...
  • Page 97 1. Push in the button at the end speed you want, then release it. 2. To slow down in very small amounts, push the button for less than a half second. Each time you do this, you'll go Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed.

  • Page 98: Lights

    Features & Controls To Erase Speed Memory When you turn off the Cruise Control or speed memory erased. Lights Your light switches are on the left side Push the top switch to turn on: Parking Lights Sidemarker Lights Taillights License Plate Lights Instrument Panel Lights Transfer Case Shift Indicator Push the bottom switch to turn on the headlights, together with:...
  • Page 99 marked OFF to turn off your lights. Push the switch Turn the dial above the headlight switch panel and transfer case lights brighter. Turning the dial all the right until it clicks will turn on the interior lights. Turn the dial to the left to dim your instrument indicator lights.
  • Page 100 Features & Controls Remember, fog lamps alone will not give Never use your fog lamps Fog lamps will go off whenever your high beam headlights come the high beams go off, the fog lamps will come on again. Daytime Running Lights (DRL) lndicator Light (Canada Only) your vehicle was first sold, when new, in Canada, you will have this light on the instrument panel.
  • Page 101 Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) The Canadian Federal Government has decided that “Daytime Running Lights’’ (DRL) are a useful feature, visible to pedestrians and other drivers during daylight hours. DRL on all new vehicles sold in Canada. The high beam headlights will come when: The ignition is on The headlight switch...

  • Page 102: Mirrors

    Features & Contmls Dome Light KO1 87 The dome light will come on when you open the side doors. You can also turn the dome light on by turning the dimmer dial to the right until it clicks. Mirrors PO1 54 2-50...
  • Page 103 Inside Mirror Press the tab under the mirror If your vehicle has optional map lights, they will automatically come on for approximately 15 seconds when either front door ignition is turned to RUN. You can also turn the map lights on and off by pressing the switch near each light.
  • Page 104 Features & Controls If you aren’t used convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) than they really are. :ould hit a vehicle over your shoulder before changing lanes. Sun VisorsNanity Mirrors To block out glare, you can swing down the visors, from side to side.

  • Page 105: Accessory Power Outlet

    Some visors have a "dual visor", where in different directions at the same time to block out glare. have an extension that can be pulled out for additional glare protection. Your visor may have a strap for holding small items, such as maps. Accessory Power If you have the optional accessory power outlet, you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment.

  • Page 106: Cigarette Lightedashtrays

    Features & Controls When using the accessory power outlet, maximum electrical load not exceed 8 amps. Always turn off any electrical equipment when not use. Lea g :trical eqr,'-ment tery. Cigarette Lighter/Ashtrays To use the lighter, press pop back by itself. Don't hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it it won't be able to back away from the heating element when it's ready.

  • Page 107: Storage Compartments

    Storage Compartments Your vehicle may have a console compartment between the bucket seats. open it, just lift the top of the console while pressing the driver’s side. If you have an automatic transmission, your console also includes a handy place to hold cups. If you have a manual transmission, your console will have a tray.
  • Page 108 Features & Controls A narrow shelf under your instrument panel may be used for items such gloves or small books. You will find a storage pocket on each pocket contains a coin holder for your You may also have a storage pocket on the back of your seats.
  • Page 109 Some vehicles have a storage Convenience Net (Extended Cab) A convenience net may be provided for the rear cab items, like gloves and light clothing and starts. The net is not designed The net is not for larger, heavier items. Store such things as far forward as you can.
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  • Page 114: Instrument Cluster

    Features & Controls Instrument Chster Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel you’ve used, and many other things you’ll need to know economically.
  • Page 115 Tamper Resistant Odometer Your odometer is tamper-resistant. lines between the numbers if someone tries to turn it back. The digital odometer will read ERROR if someone tries to turn it back. Standard Cluster You may wonder what installed. If the new one can be set then must be.
  • Page 116 Features & Controls Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero. Make sure the button is completely depressed. Standard CIusfer To set the trip odometer on the standard cluster near the 'readout.

  • Page 117: Warning Lights, Gages And Indicators

    Tachometer The tachometer is available only with the digital speedometer. It displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the red area, or engird damage If you have the 4.3L High Performance engine (VIN Code a fuel regulator that shuts Warning Lights, Gages and lndicators This section describes the warning lights and gages that are on your vehicle.
  • Page 118 Features & Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one vehicle’s functions. Often gages and warning know when there’s a problem with your vehicle. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of section that tells you what to do about it.
  • Page 119 Yo-ur brake system may not light is on. Driving with the brake warning light accident. If the light is still on after you’ve Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Standard Cluster If you have a standard cluster, you have a gage that shows the engine coolant temperature.
  • Page 120 Featums & Controls Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon) Cluster Standard A computer monitors operation systems. This light should come on when the ignition is on, but the engine is not running, as a check all, have it fixed right away. the computer is indicating that you have a problem.
  • Page 121 Oil Pressure Gage Standard Cluster The oil pressure gage shows the engine square inch) when the engine is running. Canadian vehicles indicate pressure in kPa (kilopascals). Oil pressure may vary with engine speed, outside temperature and oil viscosity, but readings indicate the normal operating range.
  • Page 122 Featums & Controls Indicator Lights Indicator lights go on when you use your turn signals, change from low beam headlights to high beams, or when you use your hazard flashers. few pages will also tell you about the indicator lights on your vehicle help you locate them.
  • Page 123 CHECK GAGES Light If you have the standard instrument cluster, this light will come when you are starting the engine. you are driving, check your various zones. Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Indicator Light (Canada Only) This green light with the DRL symbol cluster.
  • Page 124 Features & Contmls SHIFT Indicator Light This light with the SHIFT symbol is on the instrument cluster of some vehicles with manual transmissions. The best fuel economy. See “Shift Indicator Headlight High Beam Indicator Light This light with the blue high beam symbol is high beam indicator is more details about high beams, see “Headlight High-Low Beam this section.
  • Page 125 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Cluster Digital Cluster Standard PO251 This light with the green arrows is on the instrument cluster. The turn signal indicator will come on whenever you signal a turn or lane change. See “Turn and Lane Change Signal”...
  • Page 126 Features & Contmls Gages Fuel Gage Standard Cluster The fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left, when the ignition is on. When the gage first indicates you should get more fuel soon. A box around the gage symbol on the digital cluster will begin to flash when your tank is 1/8 full or less.
  • Page 127 Voltmeter Standard Cluster When your engine is not running, but the gage shows your battery's state is running, the gage shows the condition between the low and high warning zones indicate On the digital cluster, a when the charging system needs service. You can only drive for a short time with the reading off all unnecessary accessories.
  • Page 128 Features & Controls The 7-wire harness is stored under your vehicle along the rear frame crossmember. This harness has a no connector, and should be wired by a harness to the trailer, then sure you leave it loose enough so the wiring doesn’t bend so loose that it drags on the ground.
  • Page 129 Comfort Controls & Audio Systems In this part you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control systems and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure system supplied with your vehicle. For explanation of vehicle symbols, refer Section 0..,...
  • Page 130 Comfort Contmls & Audio Systems How to Operate Your ETR@ AM-FM Stereo Audio Cassette System With Equalizer Care Your Cassette Tape Player How to Operate Your ETR@ AM-FM Stereo Audio Compact Disc Care of Your Compact Disc *fixed Mast Antenna (CD) System ...

  • Page 131: Comfort Controls

    Comfort Controls Flow-Through Venfilation System Your vehicle’s flow-through ventilation system supplies outside air of your vehicle when it is moving. With the side windows closed, air into the front air inlet grilles, valves. Outside air will also enter conditioning fan is running. Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free obstruction (such as leaves).
  • Page 132 Comfort Controk & Audio Systems Air Vents ..KO504 You will find air vents in the center and on the sides of your instrument panel. You can move the vents to direct the flow of air, or close the vents altogether.

  • Page 133: Heating System

    Heating System If your vehicle does not have air conditioning, system will look like. Fan Lever The lever at the top of the system has four flow, move the lever toward HI. To decrease the air flow, move it toward Temperature Lever The lever on the left of the system lets you select flowing into your vehicle.

  • Page 134: Heatinglair Conditioning System

    Comfort Controls & Audio Systems HeatingAir Conditioning System If your vehicle has air conditioning, your look like this. Before using your vehicle’s air conditioning, open the windows vehicle of hot air. Fan Lever The lever at the top of the system has four positions. flow, move the lever toward Temperature Lever The lever on the left of the system display lets you select the temperature of...

  • Page 135: Engine Block Heater

    VENT The air comes out at the vents on your instrument panel front side windows. BI-LEV AIC: With this, outside air comes the instrument panel vents. This setting sunlight. NORM NC: This setting cools the outside air. NORM as soon as the vehicle has cooled down, through your vehicle.

  • Page 136: Fm Stereo

    Comfort Controls & Audio Systems FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound. But 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). And, tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines.

  • Page 137: How To Operate Your Etr@ Am Radio

    How to Operate Your ETW AM Radio This part tells you how your PWR (Power) The PWR button switches the radio on and off. Upper Knob The upper knob does these three things: It controls the volume. The VOL knob increases volume when rotated clockwise.
  • Page 138 Comfort Controls & Audio Systems Pushbuttons The four pushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. pushbuttons for up to seven favorite AM stations. Just: Tune in the station you want. Push the SET pushbutton. (SET appears in the VF display for a few seconds.) Within 5 seconds, push one of the four pushbuttons to store the station.

  • Page 139: How To Operate Your Etr@ Am-Fm Stereo Audio System

    How to Operate Your E T P AM-FM Stereo Audio System This part tells you how your P WR (Power) The PWR button switches the radio on and Upper Knob The upper knob does these It controls the volume. clockwise. It tells you the time.
  • Page 140 SEEK Press the SEEK button to cause the receiver to SEEK the next higher and stop. SCAN When you press SCAN, the radio will go will keep scanning until you press SCAN again. SCAN appears in the display. Pushbuttons The four pushbuttons let you return You can set the pushbuttons for up 7 FM).

  • Page 141: How To Operate Your Etr@ Am-Fm Stereo Audio Cassette System

    How to Operate Your E T P AM-FM Stereo Audio Cassette System This part tells you how your works: P WR (Power) The PWR button switches the radio on and off. Upper Knob The upper knob does these three things: controls the volume.
  • Page 142 Comfort Controls & Audio Systems FADE The control behind the lower knob fades the sound between your front rear speakers. SEEK Pressing the SEEK button will cause the receiver to station and stop. SCAN When you press SCAN, the radio will go to will keep scanning until you press display.
  • Page 143 TREBLE Slide the TREBLE lever up to increase the treble response. If the station is weak or noisy, slide the TREBLE lever down to reduce the noise. BASS Slide the BASS lever up to increase the bass response. Adjust the BASS lever to give a pleasing sound to your ear.
  • Page 144 Comfort Controls & Audio Systems How to Operate Your €TIP AM-FM Stereo Audio Cassette System With Equalizer This part tells you how your equalizer works. P WR (Power) The PWR button switches the radio on and off. Upper Knob The upper knob does these three things: It controls the volume.
  • Page 145 SEEK Pressing the SEEK button will cause the receiver to station and stop. SCAN When you press SCAN, the radio will go will keep scanning until you press SCAN again. SCAN appears in the graphic display. Pushbuftons The four pushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. pushbuttons for up to fourteen favorite stations Tune in the desired station.
  • Page 146 Cornforf Controls & Audio Sysfems Am-St Button The Am-St is just below the AM station that broadcasts in stereo. Your STEREO light will come on when you’re receiving AM stereo. If you push means the station is weak. You’ll hear the station better Am-St.
  • Page 147 PROGRAM To go from one side of the tape to the other, press EJECT To remove the tape or stop button. Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly ruined cassettes, or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight, they aren't, they may not operate properly Your tape player should...
  • Page 148 Comfort Controls & Audio Sysferns How to Operate Your ET* Disc (CD) System This part tells you how your ETR@ P WR (Power) The PWR button switches the radio on and Upper Knob The upper knob does these two things: controls the volume.
  • Page 149 It enables you to alternate between BAND knob. Your selection will be briefly displayed. Rear/Front Speaker Control The control behind the lower knob fades the rear speakers. Fade levels will be briefly displayed. SEEK Pressing the SEEK station and stop. Pressing the SEEK button will cause the receiver to seek the next lower station and stop.
  • Page 150 Comfort Contmls & Audio Systems BASS Press the BASS to increase bass tones and tones. Press the center of the control for a preset level will be displayed briefly when using this control. TREBLE Press the TREB to increase the treble tones and the treble tones.
  • Page 151 Press and hold the REV button to quickly return counter reading will be displayed when using this control. Press and hold the FWD button to advance quickly within a track. Release to resume playing. Watch SCAN Press SCAN to sample each track for approximately 10 seconds. Scanning will continue until the RDM, SCAN or any other motion again.
  • Page 152 Comfort Contmls & Audio systems 4. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold them down until on the display. You are now ready seconds between steps. 5. Press SET and 000 will appear on the display. 6. Press the SEEK b button to make the first number appear.
  • Page 153 4. Depress the BAND knob. The radio will display 5. Enter the second three digits of the code. The display will show the numbers as entered. Depress the BAND knob. If the display shows sequence was successful. The numbers matched or the factory back-up code the display shows SEC, the disabling sequence was unsuccessful and the numbers did not match either of the codes and the unit will remain...
  • Page 154 Comfort Controls & Audio Systems Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged. If the mast should ever become slightly bent, you can straighten out by hand. If the mast is badly bent, as it might be by vandals, you should replace it.
  • Page 155 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions . We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving Road Signs Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Steering Tips Steering in Emergencies...

  • Page 156: Road Signs

    Your Driving and Road Signs The road signs you see everywhere are coded by color, shape and symbols. It’s a good idea to know these codes meaning or intent of the sign even before you have a chance to read it. Color of Road Signs ’r( ISTOPI...
  • Page 157 SHOULDER ORANGE indicates road construction or maintenance. an orange sign, as part of the road may be closed off down when you see or torn up. And there may be workers and maintenance vehicles around, too. WEST SMALLTC'V GREEN is used to guide the driver. freeway exits or show the direction you should turn place.
  • Page 158 Your Driving CANOEING BROWN signs point out recreation areas or points of historic or cultural interest. Shape of Road Signs The shape the sign will tell you something, too. An OCTAGONAL (eight-sided) sign means letters. A DIAMOND-shaped sign is a warning of something ahead-for example, the end of a divided highway, a curve, steep hill, soft shoulder, or a narrow bridge.
  • Page 159 A TRIANGLE pointed downward, indicates YIELD. to traffic on certain approaches to an intersection. A TRIANGULAR sign also is used PASSING ZONE. This sign will be on the left side of the roadway. KEEP RIGHT (square RECTANGULAR regulations, give directions, and such information as distances on two-lane roads to indicate a NO LEFT OR THROUGH...
  • Page 160 Your Driving and the Road Symbols on Road Signs There are many international road signs The basic message of many of these signs is A picture within a circle with a diagonal line across TURN Traffic Lights We’re all familiar with traffic lights or stoplights. Often, green arrows are being used in the lights for improved traffic control.
  • Page 161 Some traffic lights also use red arrows turning on red. Many city roads and expressways, and even bridges, use reversible-lane traffic control during rush hours. in that lane at that time. A green arrow means Look for the signs posted to warn drivers what hours systems are in effect.

  • Page 162: Defensive Driving

    Your Driving and the Road Turn and lane change signals: change lanes. If necessary, you can use hand signals out for a left turn, down for slow Slowing down: If time allows, tap the brake of slowing stopping. This warns the driver Disabled: Your four-way flashers signal that your vehicle hazard.

  • Page 163: Drunken Driving

    maneuver, in both city and rural driving. front of you is going to brake or Here’s a final bit of information about defensive driving. The most dangerous time for driving in the US. is very early on Sunday morning. In fact, Research studies show that the most and the least dangerous times for driving, every week, fall on the same day.
  • Page 164 Your Driving and the Road IN A BAC ‘*7T .05°/o IN THt IIIVIE SHOWN OF DRINKS According to the American Medical Association, a 180-pound (82 kg) person who drinks three 12-ounce with a BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4-ounce (120 ml) glasses each had 1 4 2 ounces (45 ml) of a liquor like whiskey, gin or vodka.
  • Page 165 The law in most US. states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 0.10 percent. In Canada the limit is 0.08 percent, and in some other that. The BAC will be over hour). Of course, as we’ve seen, it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks, and how quickly But it’s very important to keep below a BAC...

  • Page 166: Control Of A Vehicle

    Your Driving and the Road Control of You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want They are the brakes, the steering to do their work at the places where Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow those control systems than the tires and road can provide.
  • Page 167 Most drivers treat their brakes with care. Some, however, overwork braking system with poor Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive acceleration followed by heavy braking-rather than keeping traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to between hard stops.
  • Page 168 Your Driving and the Road If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a unnecessary braking. That means better braking and lot of longer brake life. If your engine ever stops while you’re driving, brake normally but don’t pump your brakes.
  • Page 169 As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on rear wheel speed-and controls braking pressure accordingly. CAUTION Antilock doesn’t change the time you need brake pedal. If you get too close won’t have time wlii stops. Always leave you have antilock brakes. Use Antilock Use rear wheel antilock like regular brakes.
  • Page 170 Your Driving and the Road Brake System Warning Light Standard Cluster This light appears your instrument cluster braking system needs service. this light will also warn you about trouble in that system. It will also your parking brake is not fully disengaged. See the Index under “Brake System Warning Light.”...
  • Page 171 Some driving conditions or climates may cause brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not wrong with your brakes. Rear Drum Brakes Your rear drum brakes don’t have the wear indicators, but rear brake rubbing noise, have the rear brake linings inspected. brake drums should be removed for rotation or changing.

  • Page 172: Steering Tips

    Your Driving and the Road 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 curves. Here’s why: Experienced driver or beginner, each physics when driving on curves. The traction surface makes it possible for the vehicle If there’s no traction, inertia will keep the vehicle going the front wheels.
  • Page 173 car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, parked cars and stops right in front of you. You braking-if you can stop in time. But sometimes That’s the time for evasive action-steering around the problem. Your vehicle can perform very well brakes, but not enough to lock your front wheels. It is better to remove as much Then steer around the problem, available.

  • Page 174: Passing

    Your Driving and the Road If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the can turn the steering wheel up the pavement edge.
  • Page 175 So here are some tips for passing: “Drive ahead.” Look down the road, situations that might affect your passing patterns. whatsoever about making a successful pass, wait for a better time. Watch for traffic signs, sign up ahead that might indicate a pass.

  • Page 176: Loss Of Control

    Your Driving and the Road Don’t overtake a slowly moving vehicle brake lights are not flashing, it may be slowing down If you’re being passed, make it easy for the following driver to get ahead of you. Perhaps you can ease a little Loss of Control Let’s review what driving experts say about what happens when the control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t have enough friction...
  • Page 177 Remember: The rear wheel antilock braking system a rear braking skid. In a braking skid (where the front wheels are no longer rolling), release enough pressure on the brakes to get the front wheels rolling again. This restores steering control. Push when you have to stop suddenly.
  • Page 179 Controlling your vehicle best ways to control your vehicle things to keep in mind. At higher speeds: you approach things faster and you have for obstacles. you have less time to react. you have more vehicle you’ll need more distance for braking, especially since you’re on an unpaved surface.
  • Page 180 Your Driving and the Road When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain, keep a firm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs, out of your hands if you’re not prepared. When you drive over bumps, rocks, the ground. If this happens, even with one the vehicle as well or at all.
  • Page 181 with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the to the top. On a large hill, the incline may get steeper as you near the top, but you’ may not see this because grass, or shrubs. Here are some other things Is there a constant incline, or places?
  • Page 182 Your Driving and the Road 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 know you’re there. Use your headlights even during the oncoming traffic.
  • Page 183 Instead, apply the regular brake parking brake. Shift into reverse, release the parking brake, and slowly back down. Never attempt to turn around if you are about hill. If the hill is steep cause you to roll over if you turn around. If you can’t make hill, you must back down the Suppose, after stalling, can’t do it.
  • Page 184 Your Driving and the Road If you decide you can go down a hill safely, then try headed straight down, and use a low gear. This way, engine drag your brakes and they won’t have your vehicle under control at all times. Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakes overheat and fade.
  • Page 185 Driving Across an lncline Sooner or later, an off-road trail will probably go across the incline this happens, you have Here are some things to consider: A hill that can be driven straight up or down may be across. When you go straight up base (the distance from the front wheels likelihood the vehicle will tumble across an incline, the...
  • Page 186 Your Driving and the Road Stalling on an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you’re crossing an incline, be sure you (and your passengers) get out on the uphill side, even open. If you get out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts you’ll be right in its path.
  • Page 187 on beaches or sand dunes) your tires will tend has an effect on steering, accelerating, and braking. the air pressure in your tires slightly when driving traction. Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire very easy to lose control. On wet ice, for example, the traction is that you will have difficulty accelerating.

  • Page 188: Driving At Night

    Your Driving and the Road 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 After operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings cleaned and checked. These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking.
  • Page 189 Since you can’t see more space between you the vehicle ahead is going just by looking at Slow down, especially on higher up only so much road ahead. In remote areas, watch for animals. If you’re tired, pull off the road in a safe place and rest. Night Vision No one can see as well at night these differences increase.
  • Page 190 On a freeway, use your high beams only impair approaching drivers. illegal. When you follow another vehicle on a freeway True, most vehicles now have reduce glare. But outside mirrors are not behind can bother the driver ahead. A Few More Night Driving Suggestions Keep your windshield and Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass can...

  • Page 191: Driving In The Rain

    Driving in the Rain Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. accelerate turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn’t as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction. It’s always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving.
  • Page 192 Your Driving and the Road Driving too fast through large water puddles washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. avoid puddles. But if you can’t, try to slow down before you hit them. CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work well in a quick stop and may cause pulling the vehicle After drivin, .hrough...

  • Page 193: Driving In Fog, Mist And Haze

    Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds. There fast rule about hydroplaning. raining, and be careful. Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Turn on your headlights-not just your parking lights-to help make you more visible to others. Look for hard-to-see vehicles coming from behind. your headlights even Besides slowing down, allow some extra following distance.
  • Page 194 Your Driving and the Road A patch of dense fog may extend only for a few feet (meters) (kilometers); you can’t really situation with extreme care. One common fog condition-sometimes called mist happen in weather that seems perfect, especially at night morning in valley and low, marshy areas.

  • Page 195: City Driving

    Treat dense fog as an emergency. Try course you want to respect another’s property, something between you a private driveway, anything If visibility is near zero away from the road, turn your and sound your horn at intervals or when you hear approaching traffic. Pass other vehicles in fog only safely.

  • Page 196: Freeway Driving

    Your Driving and the Road Treat a green light as a warning signal. the corner is busy enough before you start to move, check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may Obey all posted speed limits. weather and visibility conditions.
  • Page 197 to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed. Switch on your turn signal, check your rearview mirrors as shoulder as often as necessary. Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow. Driving on the Freeway Once you are on the freeway, adjust your prevailing rate if it’s slower.

  • Page 198: Driving A Long Distance

    may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are. For example, 40 rnph (65 km/h) might seem could lead to serious trouble Driving a Long Distance Although most long trips today are made made on regular highways. Long-distance driving on freeways ways.
  • Page 199 On the Road Unless you are the only driver, others. Limit turns behind the wheel hours at a sitting. Then, either like coffee, tea or soft drinks and some limbering up. But around. Eat lightly along the sleepy. On two-lane highways or undivided multilane highways that do not have controlled access, you’ll want on freeways.
  • Page 200 Your Driving and the Road Hi// and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving terrain. If you drive regularly in steep country, or there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. (See “Off-Road Driving”...
  • Page 201 Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) or with our brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they wouldn’t work well. have your ignition on and your Know how to go uphill. You may want The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission, and you can climb the hill better.

  • Page 202: Parking On Hills

    Your Drivina and the Road Parking on Hills Hills and mountains mean spectacular scenery. But please be careful where you stop if you decide to look or parking areas provided for scenic viewing. Another part of this manual tells how Brake”...
  • Page 203 You don’t have to jam your tires against the curb, contact is all you need. Parking Uphill If there is a curb, turn your wheels to the left if the curb is at the right side of your vehicle. If you’re going uphill on your wheels should point to the right.
  • Page 204 Your Driving and the Road If there is no curb when you’re parking uphill, turn the wheels to the right. If there is no curb when you’re parking uphill on the left side street, your wheels should be turned Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission) If you are parking on a (Park) properly, the weight parking pawl in the transmission.

  • Page 205: Winter Driving

    Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle correct. Snow tires can help in loose snow, but they may give you less traction on ice than regular tires. If you do not expect to be driving snow, but may have snow tires at all.
  • Page 206 Your Driving and the Road What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because offer the least traction of all. You can get “wet ice” when it’s about freezing (32°F;...
  • Page 207 If You’re Caught in a-Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be should probably stay with your vehicle unless near help and you can hike through the summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers.

  • Page 208: Recreational Vehicle Towing (Four-Wheel Drive Only)

    Your Driving and Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get the battery charged.
  • Page 209 NOTICE Recreational vehicle towing optional electronic shift transfer case neutral position. You may tow your vehicle transfer case. Before towing you should: 1. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Place the automatic transmission in the lowest gear (1st gear). 3. Firmly attach the vehicle hitch manufacturer’s instructions.

  • Page 210: Towing A Trailer

    Your Driving and the Road Towing a Trailer If you don’t use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull heavy, the brakes may not work passengers could be seriously injured. followed all the steps in this section. NOTICE ?ulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle -epairs not covered by...
  • Page 211 Three important considerations have Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be? rig. For example, speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature, and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are depend on any special equipment ask your dealer for our trailering information the address listed in your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information...
  • Page 212 Your Driving and the Road the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 12% of the total loaded trailer weight After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper. to get them right simply by moving some items around Total Weight Your Vehicle’s Tires Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the limit for cold tires.
  • Page 213 Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by manufacturer.
  • Page 214 Your Driving and the Road Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing You’ll need more passing distance up And, because you’re a good deal longer, you’ll need beyond the passed vehicle before you can return...
  • Page 215 Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, your and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’s how Apply your regular brakes, but don’t shift into for a manual transmission.
  • Page 216 Your Driving and the Road 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. 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.
  • Page 217 Here you'll find what to do about some problems that can occur Hazard Warning Flashers Other Warning Devices Jump Starting Towing Your Vehicle Engine Overheating ... 5-9 If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire Compact Spare Tire If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow PmMems on the Road :' - ? ...,.,...

  • Page 218: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Hazard Warning Flashers AM505003 Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lights will flash on and off. But they won’t flash if you’re braking. Press the button in to make your front and rear turn signal lights flash on off.

  • Page 219: Other Warning Devices

    To turn off the flashers, pull out When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won’t work. Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side about 300 feet (I00 m) behind your vehicle. Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you jumper cables to start your vehicle.
  • Page 220 2. Get the vehicles close enough sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other. ground connection you don’t want. vehicle, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. You could be injured if the vehicles roll. Set the parking brake firmly each vehicle.
  • Page 221 Before you connect the cables, here are some things you should know. Positive will go to positive or a metal engine part. Don’t connect short that would damage the CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you hands awav from moving 6.
  • Page 222 Good Battery Now start the vehicle with the awhile. 11. Try to start the vehicle with the If it won't start after a few tries, it probably needs service. REMOVE CABLES IN THIS ORDER 12. Remove the cables in reverse order care that they don't touch each other Heavy Metal Engine Part good battery and run the engine for...

  • Page 223: Towing Your Vehicle

    Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your vehicle. They can provide the right equipment damage. If your vehicle has been changed since like fog lamps, aero skirting, be damaged during towing. Before you do anything, turn on the hazard warning flashers.
  • Page 224 When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key wheel should be clamped designed for a towing service. lock for this. The transmission (either automatic or manual) should be N (Neutral) and the transfer case (either manual shift or electronic shift), you have one, should be should be released.

  • Page 225: Engine Overheating

    Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle instrument panel. If Steam Is Coming From Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if just open the hood. Stay away from the engine steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until coolant before o ning the hood.
  • Page 226 PmMems on the Road No Steam Coming From Your Engine: If you get the overheat warning but see or hear not be too serious. Sometimes the engine Climb a long hill on a hot day. Stop after high speed driving. Idle for long periods in traffic.
  • Page 227 When you decide it’s safe A. Coolant recovery tank Radiator pressure cap C. Engine fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down. The coolant level should be at have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator somewhere else in the cooling system.
  • Page 228 Prablerns on the Road How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at or ADD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and the proper antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank.
  • Page 229 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly to the left until it first stops. press down while turning the pressure cap).
  • Page 230 3. Fill the radiator with the proper mix, up Then fill the coolant recovery tank 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave pressure cap off. Start the engine and let getting hot. Watch out for the engine fan. 7.

  • Page 231: If A Tire Goes Flat

    8. Then replace the pressure cap. Be su-re the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this. Engine Fan Noise This vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. When the clutch the fan spins faster to provide more air driving conditions the clutch is not engaged.

  • Page 232: Changing A Flat Tire

    A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you'd use your foot from the accelerator pedal. Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle you can still steer. Gently brake If your tire goes flat, the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely.
  • Page 233 The following steps will tell you how The equipment you'll need is behind the seat. the truck. Jack Storage Your jack, wheel wrench and wheel blocks are stored behind the front seats, either on the center wall To remove your jack cover, left until you can pull it out.
  • Page 234 To remove the wheel blocks, jack and wheel wrench, turn the wing left. Pull the wheel blocks, jack and wheel wrench STORAGE JACKING TOOL MODELS) (PICKUP NOTE: RESTORE JACK & TOOL COVER WHEN PROVIDED WITH VEHICLE JACKING STORAGE TOOL (EXTENDED CAB MODELS) ‘...
  • Page 235 Spare Tire " Your spare tire is stored underneath the rear Underbody Carrier CAUTION To help avoid personal injury and property damage, never remove or restow a tire fromlto a stowage position under the vehicle while vehicle is supported by a jack. Always tighten the e underside of the vehicle when restowing.
  • Page 236 To Remove Spare Tire Insert the chisel end of the wheel wrench, on an angle, into the hole rear bumper. Be sure the chisel hoist shaft. Turn the wheel wrench to the left to lower the spare tire. Keep turning wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle.
  • Page 237 Changing the Tire Start with the jack, wheel wrench and wheel blocks. Rotate the jackhandle clockwise (to the right). That will a little. Before you start, block the front and rear of the tire farthest away from one being changed. Then put your spare tire near the flat tire. raise the jack lift head KO730 KO503...
  • Page 238 Problems on the Road Hub Caps And Wheel Nut Caps You will have to take off hub caps or wheel nuts. If you have individual wheel nut caps that cover each nut, they must removed in order to get the wheel nuts. Use wrench to remove the wheel Your wheel nut caps may attach your hub cap wheel nut caps before you...
  • Page 239 FRONT LOCATE IN FRAME HOLE AS SHOWN. Position the jack under the vehicle. Your vehicle has a hole in the frame near each front wheel, and a hole in the spring hanger near each rear wheel for hole nearest the flat tire. CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed.
  • Page 240 Problems on the Road KO751 Raise the vehicle rotating the jackhandle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far room enough off the ground there is enough for the spare tire fit. tire. Remove wheel nuts and take the flat 5-24...
  • Page 241 Rust or dirt on the wheel, or can make the wheel nuts become loose could come off and cause an accident. When you change remove any rust or dirt from the the vehicle. In an emergency, you can use Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces or spare wheel.
  • Page 242 Prob/ems on the Road Put on the spare tire. Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is Lower the vehicle by rotating the jackhandle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. of the nuts toward the wheel. held against the hub.
  • Page 243 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss-cross sequence as shown. Remove the wheel blocks. CAUTION Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could leac an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have replace them, be sure Stop somewhere as soon as you can with...

  • Page 244: Compact Spare Tire

    Problems on the Road KO546 Return the jack, wheel wrench and wheel blocks to the proper location behind the seat. Secure the items and replace the jack cover. Compact Spare (If Equipped) Although your compact spare was fully inflated when the vehicle was new, it can lose air over time.
  • Page 245 NOTICE Don’t take your compact spare through an automatic car wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails. That the tire and wheel, and Don’t use your compact spare on some other vehicle. compact spare or wheel with other wheels or tires. They won’t spare and its wheel together.
  • Page 246 Problems on the Road You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Snow What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels. The method known as “rocking” can help stuck, but you must use caution. CAUTION If you let your tires spin others could be injured.
  • Page 247 Using the Recovery Hooks If you ever get stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow, your vehicle may equipped with recovery hooks. of your vehicle. You may need to use them if you’re stuck off-road to be pulled to some place where you can continue driving. CAUTION The recovery hooks, when used, are under the vehicle straight out.
  • Page 248 K3589 NOTICE dever use the recovery hooks to tow the vehicle. Ynlll jamaged and it would not be covered by warranty. 5-32...
  • Page 249 Service & Appearance Cave Here you will find information about the with service and fuel information. and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels vehicle. and a section devoted to its appearance care Service Fuel Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil Air Cleaner ...
  • Page 250 Service & Appearance Care Battery Vehicle Storage Bulb Replacement Other Maintenance Items Loading Your Vehicle Tires Appearance Care Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ... Service Parts Identification Label Fuses and Circuit Breakers Capacities and Specification Charts 6-31 6-31 6-31 6-34 6-38 6-43 6-50 6-57...

  • Page 251: Service

    Service Your General Motors dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you 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.

  • Page 252: Fuel

    If you to do your own service wok without knowing enough- about your vehicle could be damaged. Fuel The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter for your engine. You will find the VIN at the top left of your instrument panel.
  • Page 253 If you’re using fuel rated at knocking, your engine needs service. But don’t worry pinging noise when you’re accelerating or driving up a hill. That’s normal, you don’t have to buy a higher octane fuel heavy, constant knock that means you have a problem. What about gasoline with blending materials that contain oxygen, such MTBE or alcohol? MTBE is “methyl tertiary-butyl ether.”...
  • Page 254 Service & Appearance Care Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the unleaded fuel may be hard to find. Do not use leaded gasoline. If you use even one tankful, your emission controls won’t work well or at all. With continuous use, spark plugs can get fouled, the exhaust system can corrode, and your engine oil can deteriorate quickly.

  • Page 255: Checking Things Under The Hood

    The fuel cap is behind a hinged door on the left side of your vehicle. To take off the cap, turn it slowly If you get gasoline on you and then something ignites be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out on you filler cap too quickly.
  • Page 256 Hood Release To open the hood, first pull the handle inside the vehicle on the lower left side of the instrument panel. Then the secondary hood release. Lift the hood, release the hood prop from retainer and put the hood prop into the slot light that comes on when you 'hings that burn can get on hot engine ..lclude liquids like gasoline, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield...

  • Page 257: Engine Oil

    Engine Oil a good idea to check your engine oil level every time It’s order to get an accurate reading, be on level ground. Turn off the engine and give the oil pan. If you don’t, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level. the oil must be warm and a few minutes drain back into the oil...
  • Page 258 Service & Appearance Care To Check Engine Oil: Pull out the dipstick and clean or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove lower. When to Add Oil: If the oil is at or below the add some oil. But you must use the right kind. This section explains what kind of oil to use.
  • Page 259 What Kind of Oil to Use: Look for three things: “SG” must be on the oil container, either by itself or combined with other quality designations, such as “SGICC,” “SGICD,” etc. These letters show American Petroleum quality. Institute (API) levels of 6-1 1 KO704 “SF,...
  • Page 260 Service & Appearance Care WEATHER SAE 5W-30 PREFERRED COLD WEATHER SAE 5W-30 As shown in this chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 1OW-30 if it’s going to be 0°F (-18°C) or above. These numbers on an not use other viscosity low- .30 IF NEITHER SAE 5W-30 NOR SAE 1OW-30...
  • Page 261 Energy Consewing II Oils with these words on the container will help you save fuel. This doughnut-shaped logo (symbol) you select the correct oil. You should look for this on the oil container, and use display the logo. GM Goodwrench@ oil (in Canada, for your vehicle.

  • Page 262: Air Cleaner

    Service & Appearance Care What to Do with Used Oil; CAUTION Used engine oil contains things that have caused skin cancer laboratory animals. Don’t let used oil stay on your skin for very lona Clean your skin and nails with soap cleaner.
  • Page 263 Lift the air cleaner assembly off cover to change the filter. While reassembling the air cleaner assembly, ensure that the air cleaner cover tabs are fully inserted into the slots air cleaner housing, the properly seated in the left hand valve cover. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule cleaner filter.

  • Page 264: Automatic Transmission Fluid

    Service & Appearance Care Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change: A good time to check your automatic transmission engine oil is changed. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to change your fluid. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” How to Check: Because this operation can done at a dealership Service Department.
  • Page 265 To check the fluid hot Park your vehicle on a level place. Place the shift lever in With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about position the shift lever in P (Park). Let the engine run at idle for Then, without shutting 1.
  • Page 266 Service & Appearance Care If you have a 4.3L engine, you will have a flip-top handle. Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe paper towel. 2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and then pull again.

  • Page 267: Manual Transmission Fluid

    Manual Transmission Fluid When to Check: A good time to have it checked is when the engine the fluid in your manual transmission doesn't require changing. How to Check: Because this operation done at a GM dealership Service Department. If you do it yourself, be sure get a false reading.

  • Page 268: Hydraulic Clutch

    Service & Appearance Care How to Add Fluid: Here’s how add fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” Index. 1. Remove the filler plug. 2. Add fluid at the filler plug hole. Add only enough fluid level up to the bottom of the filler 3.

  • Page 269: Rear Axle

    Rear Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant: Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how lubricant and when to change it. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. How to Check Lubricant: If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need some lubricant.

  • Page 270: Front Axle

    Service & Appearance Care How to Check Lubricant: If the level is below the bottom some lubricant. Add enough lubricant to raise filler plug hole. What to Use: Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what use. See “Recommended Fluids Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant: Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine...

  • Page 271: Engine Coolant

    Check How to Lubricant: If the level is below the bottom some lubricant. If the differential is at operating temperature (warm), add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole. If the differential is cold, add enough lubricant (1 2 mm) below the filler plug hole.
  • Page 272 Service & Appearance Care What to Use: Use a mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and antifreeze that meets “GM Specification 6038-MI” which won’t damage aluminum parts. GM Engine Coolant Supplement (sealer) with a complete coolant change. you use these, you don’t need to add anything else. CAUTION Adding only plain water Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol, can boil before...
  • Page 273 Adding Coolant To Check Coolant: When your engine ADD, or a little higher. When your engine FULL HOT, or a little higher. To Add Coolant: If you need more coolant, add the proper mix coolant recovery tank. Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam badly.
  • Page 274 Service & Appearance Care Radiator Pressure Cap ‘our radiator pressure cap is a 15 psi (1 05 kPa) pressure-type cap and ;t be tightly installed to prevent coolant nage from overheating. Be sure the arrows wetflow e on radiator filler ’...

  • Page 275: Power Steering Fluid

    Power Steering Fluid How To Check Power Steering Fluid: Unscrew the cap and wipe and completely tighten it. Then remove level on the dipstick. When the engine compartment is hot, the level should be at the HOT mark. When the engine compartment is cool, COLD mark.

  • Page 276: Windshield Washer Fluid

    Sewice & Appearance Care Windshield Washer Fluid To Add: PO174 Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY. Add washer fluid until the bottle is full. 6-28...

  • Page 277: Brake Master Cylinder

    Brake Master Cylinder Your brake master cylinder There are only two reasons why might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake level goes back up. The other reason is that fluid system.
  • Page 278 Service & Appearance Care To Check Brake Fluid: You can check the brake fluid without taking windows on the brake fluid reservoir. The fluid levels should be above they aren’t, have your brake system checked After wcrk is done on the brake hydraulic system, make sure the levels are above MIN and below the top of each window.

  • Page 279: Battery

    Battery Every new GM vehicle has a Delco Freedom battery. You never have to add water to one of these. When it’s time for a new battery, we recommend a Delco Freedom battery. Get one that original battery’s label. Vehicle Storage If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for black, negative (-) cable from the battery.
  • Page 280 Service & Appearance Care Headlights 1. Remove the four screws from the headlight retainer. 2. Pull the headlight out and remove the retainer. 3. Unplug the headlight. 4. Plug in the new bulb and put 5. Install the retainer to the headlight. 6.
  • Page 281 2. Turn the socket counterclockwise and pull it out. 3. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and pull it out of the socket. Put the new bulb in the socket and turn 5. Put the socket back into the assembly and turn the socket clockwise until it locks in place.

  • Page 282: Other Maintenance Items

    Service & Appearance Care Other Maintenance Items Hydraulic Clutch Grease Fitting If you have the 4.3L (VIN code Z) engine with a manual transmission, a grease fitting is on the clutch housing for lubricating the clutch fork Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for information on how to lubricate the clutch housing, and what type of lubricant to use.
  • Page 283 Windshield Wiper Blade Inserts To replace your windshield wiper blade inserts, the windshield. Pinch the of the blade. Slide the new one in place. Make sure the tabs are locked into position. Air Conditioning Every now and then have your dealership check your air conditioning system to be sure it has not lost any cooling ability.
  • Page 284 Service & Appearance Care Hood Latches and Hood Hinge Refer to the Maintenance Schedule latch and hood hinge assembly. Propeller Shaft Slip SplinesAJniversal Joints Refer to the Maintenance Schedule universal joints must be lubricated and what type Body Normal use of your vehicle will cause metal-to-metal wear the cab and body if they are not lubricated.
  • Page 285 Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often and what type of lubricant to use. Exhaust System To help prevent damage to your vehicle if you notice: Engine misfiring Loss of performance Other unusual operating conditions Have your engine and exhaust system serviced regularly. Three- Way Catalytic Converter Your vehicle’s three-way catalytic converter pollutants in your vehicle’s exhaust.

  • Page 286: Loading Your Vehicle

    Service & Appearance Care Loading Your Vehicle ‘MFb 8 Y GENERAL MOTORS r l l OWNERS MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The CertificationEire label is found on the driver’s door lock pillar. The label shows the size of your original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross vehicle weight capacity GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating).
  • Page 287 Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the maximum front and rear GAWRs. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle.
  • Page 288 Service & Appearance Care Trailering Package If your vehicle comes with the Trailering Package, there is also a load rating which includes the weight of the vehicle called the Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR). When you weigh your trailer, be sure to include the weight put in it.
  • Page 289 Truck-Camper Loading lnformation U.S.A. Printeii Open your glovebox and look for this label: This label will tell you how much of a load your vehicle can carry, and how to spread out your load the right way. Also, it will help you match slide-in camper to your vehicle.
  • Page 290 Service & Appearance Care TRUCK LOADING INFORMATION Recommended location for cargo center of gravity for cargo weight rating (Pickup Truck}. Note: Use rear edge for measurement purposes. The camper’s center of gravity should fall within the center of gravity zone for your vehicle’s cargo load.

  • Page 291: Tires

    more If you want information on curb weights, cargo rating and the correct center of gravity zone for your help you. Just ask for a copy of “Consumer Information, Truck Camper Loading.” Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab General Motors is aware that some vehicle owners may consider pickup box removed and a commercial or you do so, first contact the GM Zone Office for your area for information on such conversions.
  • Page 292 Service & Appearance Cam Inflation-Tire Pressure The Certification/Tire label, which is on the driver’s correct inflation pressures vehicle has been sitting mile. NOTICE Ion’t let anyone tell you Too much heat Unusual wear Bad handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards. When to Check: Check your tires once a compact spare tire (if so equipped).
  • Page 293 Use this rotation pattern. Do not include “compact spare equipped. If your vehicle has front as all season vs. onloff road) than the rear tires, don’t rotate your tires front to rear. If you have styled steel appearance will not match your other wheels. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressure as shown on...
  • Page 294 Service & Appearance Cam It’s Time for New Tires When TREAD WEAR INDICATORS One way to tell when it’s time for new indicators, which will appear when your less of tread remaining. You need a new tire if: You can see the indicators at three places around the tire. You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire’s rubber.
  • Page 295 If you ever replace your make sure they are the same size, load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted or radial) as your original tires. Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different types (like may not handle properly, and you use the same size and type tires on all four wheels.
  • Page 296 Service & Appearance Care-. failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels the laboratory test wheel than Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a properly inflated and not overloaded.
  • Page 297 CAUTION Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle, make your control. You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured. Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel for replacement.

  • Page 298: Appearance Care

    Service & Appearance Care Appearance Care Cleaning products can be dangerous. Some burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a the vehicle. Some are dangerous closed space. When you use vehicle, be sure to follow the instructions. And always open your doors or windows when r use these to clean your vehicle: 3arbon Tetrachlor...
  • Page 299 NOTICE Cleaning the Inside of Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid a clean, damp cloth. Your GM dealer has two foam-type powdered cleaner. They will clean normal spots and stains very well. Here are some cleaning tips: Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. Clean up stains as soon as you can-before they set.
  • Page 300 Service & Appearance Cam Rinse the section with a Wipe off what’s left with a slightly damp paper towel Then dry it immediately with an air hose, a hair dryer Be careful ith a hair dryer Wipe with a clean cloth. Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all.
  • Page 301 If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat the area with a water/baking soda solution: (250 ml) of lukewarm water. Finally, if needed, clean lightly with solvent-type cleaner. Combination Stains: Like candy, ice cream, mayonnaise, chili sauce and unknown stains.
  • Page 302 Service & Appearance Care Cleaning the Outside of Your Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or blade chatters when running, windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner, Bon-Ami Powder@ (GM Part No.
  • Page 303 Aluminum Wheels (If So Equipped) Your aluminum wheels have a protective of your vehicle. Don’t use strong soaps, chemicals, chrome polish, abrasive cleaners on them because you could damage this coating. After rinsing thoroughly, a wax may If you have aluminum wheels, don’t has hard silicon carbide cleaning brushes.
  • Page 304 Service & Appearance Cam in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed. dealer or an underbody vehicle washing system can Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants fall upon and attack painted surfaces damage can take two forms: blotchy, ringlet-shaped discolorations, irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface.

  • Page 305: Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)

    Vehicle Identification Number (VINJ This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. corner of the instrument panel, on the driver's side. look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. on the Vehicle Certification title and registration. Engine Identification The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code engine.
  • Page 306 Service & Appearance Cam PO172 6-58...

  • Page 307: Service Parts Identification Label

    Service Parts Identification Label Service Ports ldentificotion 0 0 0 0 0 ~ 0 0 ~ 0 0 0 ~ 0 0 0 VEHICLE ARL A02 A65 B6Y B9A EBK C60 D l 8 loENTIF'C*TION NUMBER K t 9 K64 LC3 M X l M 3 1 62L 62U 67D PAINT TECHNOLOGY You'll find this label on the inside...
  • Page 308 Service & Appearance Care Headlights The headlight wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in the electrical overload will cause the lights to go on and remain off, If this happens, have your Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor the motor overheats due motor cools.

  • Page 309: Capacities And Specification Charts

    Be sure to use the correct fuse. don’t have a spare fuse, you can “borrow” one of the correct value. Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without-like the radio cigarette lighter-and use its fuse, as soon as you can.
  • Page 310 Service & Appearance Care Cooling System Capacity ENGINE 2.5L 2.8L 4.3L 4.3L *All quantities are approximate. *After refill, the level MUST be checked. Crankcase Capacity ENGINE With Filter VIN CODE 2.5L 2.8L 4.3L 4.3L *All quantities are approximate. *After refill, the level MUST Fuel Tank Capacity Available on some 2WD Pickups...
  • Page 311 Lamp and Bulb Data NOTE: A PC part number indicates that the bulb and base are one assembly Models) Indicato? Warning Brake Antilock Models) Brake ning System Brake (Utility 6-63 PC1 94 PC74...
  • Page 312 Service & Appearance Shift Indicator (PRNDL)* Tachometer Warning Band' Turn Signal Indicator' Upshift Indicator' Upshift Indicator2 'With Standard Instrument Cluster 'With Care LamD And Bulb Data Digital Instrument Cluster 6-64 PC194 PC74 PC74 PC194 TO384...
  • Page 313 Service Replacement Part and Filter Recommendations Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity TYPE R-12 *All Quantities Are Approximate Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioning refrigerants are the same. system in your vehicle needs refrigerant, be sure the proper refrigerant is used. If you’re not sure, ask your SYSTEM 2.50 Ibs.
  • Page 314 Service & Appearance Care Fuse Legend Blue Yellow Clear Amp IGreen AUX P W R PLAYER OUTLET INST BRAKE ‘C TURN-B/U FUS-PLR C R N K 6-66 PO356...
  • Page 315 Fuses and Circuit Breakers Name Instrument Panel Lights, Headlight Inst. Lps. Warning Buzzer, Ash Tray Wheel Drive Indicator Light, Switch Light Pwr. Acc. Power Door Locks, CD Player, Electric Shift Transfer Case Horn-DM Horn, Dome Lights, Glove Box Light, Clock, Lighter, Lighted Vanity Mirror, Fog Lamp, Courtesy Lights, Outside Rearview Mlrror Ign.-Gages...
  • Page 317 Scheduled Maintenance Services This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle needs these services performance A Word About Maintenance ... Your Vehicle and the Environment Scheduled Maintenance Services ... Selecting The Proper Maintenance Schedule ... Maintenance Schedule I Maintenance Schedule II Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services Owner Checks and Services ...

  • Page 318: A Word About Maintenance

    Scheduled Mainfenance Services A Word About Maintenance We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. short distances only a few times a week. Or you the time in very hot, dusty weather. deliveries.

  • Page 319: Scheduled Maintenance Services

    Scheduled Maintenance Services This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done you should schedule them. wants you to be happy with needs, you’ll know that GM-trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts. These schedules are for vehicles that: carry passengers and these limits on your vehicle’s Certification Label.
  • Page 320 SchedWed Maintenance Services SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR If your driving conditions meet those specified in “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in this Section (or see lnde Item Kilometers Service Engine Oil Change* -Every 3 Months, or Oil Filter Change* -Every 3 Months, or Chassis Lubrication-Every 12 Months, Clutch Fork Ball Stud engines only)

  • Page 321: Maintenance Schedule I

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE I THE SERVICES SHOWN ON THIS CHART UP TO 60,000-MILES (100 000 km) ARE TO BE DONE AFTER 60,000 MILES AT THE SAME INTERVALS. TO28...
  • Page 322 Scheduled Maintenance Services SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR If your driving conditions meet those specified in “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in this Section (or see Index), use Maintenance Schedule Item Kilometers Service 1 Engine Oil Change* -Every 12 Months, Oil Filter Change* -Every 12 Months, 2 Chassis Lubrication-Every 12 Months, Clutch Fork Ball Stud Lubrication...

  • Page 323: Maintenance Schedule Ii

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE II THE SERVICES SHOWN ON THIS CHART UP TO 60,000 MILES (I00 000 km) ARE TO BE DONE AFTER 60,000 MILES AT THE SAME INTERVALS. T028;...

  • Page 324: Explanation Of Scheduled Maintenance Services

    Scheduled Maintenance Services Explanation Of Scheduled Maintenance Services Below are explanations The proper fluids and lubricants whoever services your vehicle uses these. all necessary repairs done 1. ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER CHANGE* SGlCE QUALITY, ENERGY CONSERVING VISCOSITY. To determine the preferred viscosity engine (e.g.
  • Page 325 5. AIR CLEANER FILTER REPLACEMENT* intervals. Ask your dealer for the proper replacement intervals for your driving conditions. FRONT WHEEL BEARING REPACK (2-WHEEL DRIVE ONLY) and repack the front wheel bearings at each brake relining, or at the specified interval, whichever comes first. TRANSMISSION SERVICE: Automatic Transmission -Change the transmission fluid and filter every 15,000 miles (25...
  • Page 326 Scheduled Maintenance Services ENGINE ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT INSPECTION*-Inspect for cracks, fraying, needed. 14. TIRE AND WHEEL ROTATION AND INSPECTION -For and maximum tire life, rotate tires at the first kilometers) for Schedule Schedule I 1 and then every Follow the instructions and patterns shown in Section uneven wear or damage.

  • Page 327: Owner Checks And Services

    Owner Checks and Services Listed below are owner checks and time period specified to help ensure proper safety, emission performance, and dependability of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make sure they are as shown in this section.
  • Page 328 Steering column operation -While parked, lock in each gear shift position. With an automatic transmission, the key should turn the gear shift in P (Park). With manual shift, the key should turn (Reverse). On vehicles with a key release lever, try to turn the key pressing the lever.

  • Page 329: Periodic Maintenance Inspections

    Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your GM dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary Steering and Suspension lnspectiont -Inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, lack of lubrication.
  • Page 330 Scheduled Maintenance Services Recommended FIuids & Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification be obtained from USAGE Engine Oil Engine Coolant Hvdraulic Clutch Svstem Hydraulic Brake Systems Parking Brake Cables Power Steering System Manual Steering Gear Automatic Transmission Manual Transmission: a.
  • Page 331 (Cont’d.) USAGE Clutch Fork Ball Stud Hood Latch Assembly a. Pivots and spring anchor b. Release Pawl Front Wheel Bearings Constant Velocity Universal Joint Automatic Transmission Shift Linkage, Floor Shift Linkage, Hood and Door Hinges, Body Door Hinge Pins, Tailgate Hinge and Linkage, Folding Seat, Fuel Door Hinge Key Lock Cylinders...

  • Page 332: Maintenance Record

    Scheduled Maintenance Services Maintenance Record After each of the preceding Scheduled Maintenance Services is performed, record the date, odometer reading, services performed (list item numbers) and who performed the services in the appropriate column. In addition, retain copies of your receipts. is suggested that receipts be kept with your Owner’s Manual.

  • Page 333: Service Station Checks

    Station Service It is important for you or a service station attendant to perform these under-hood checks at each Check the engine Check the engine coolant level and add if necessary. Check the windshield washer See the Index under these items for information on how to check them. Checks fuel fill.
  • Page 334 Scheduled Maintenance Services Full Size: See Page 6-44 Compact Spare: See Page 6-44 7-1 8 utwu Freedom battery needs no water. Page 6-31 WSAWI Cwhfng Check and add coolant only at the coolant recovery tank. See Page 6-23 \ s e s n pa ( l c s : n F!uid Automatic: See Page 6-16...
  • Page 335 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact GMC Truck if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for HearinglSpeech Impaired...
  • Page 336 Customer Assistance Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and GMC Truck. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer's Sales or Service Departments.
  • Page 337 When contacting GMC Truck, please remember that your concern will likely be resolved in the dealership, using the dealership’s facilities, equipment personnel. That is why we suggest concern. Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech impaired (TDD) To assist owners who have special TDD (Telecommunications Devices for the Deaf) equipment Customer Assistance Center.
  • Page 338 GM will be settlement process should ordinarily take about your complaint to the time a decision first contact your dealer or GMC Truck). We encourage you to use this program before or instead courts. We believe it offers advantages over courts...
  • Page 339 GMC Truck dealer and operation. Roadside Assistance is days a year, including weekends and holidays. questions about Roadside assistance, call the GMC Truck Roadside Assistance Center Contact your dealer. In Canada, call 1-800-268-6800 for details on Roadside Assistance.
  • Page 340 This will include bulletins for all light trucks (less than sold GVWR) by GMC Truck and will not be limited to PSP’s applicable to any particular model. When you buy a subscription, you will receive the periodic mailings, shortly after they come out.
  • Page 341 What You’ll Find in the Index: A list of all PSP’s published by GMC Truck in a model year (1989 later). PSP’s covering all models of GMC Truck light trucks 10,000 pounds [4536 kg] GVWR) are listed in the same index.
  • Page 342 A VERY IMPORTANT REMINDER: These PSP’s are meant for technicians. They are not meant for the “do-it-yourselfer.” Technicians have the equipment, tools, safety instructions, GMC Truck reserves the right to change November, 1992. GMC Truck Service Publications You can get these Product Service Publications by using the order form the end of this section.
  • Page 344 You can get manuals that To order them, fill out the order form on the next page and send the address below. GMC Truck Service Publications u t /e questions or would like to order using your call us TOLL FREE at 1-800-627-5699.
  • Page 347 Accessory Power Outlet Air Cleaner Air Conditioning Fan Lever Function Lever Refrigerant Capacity Temperature Lever Antenna, Fixed Mast Antilock Brakes (See “Brakes”) Appearance Care Materials Arbitration Program Audio Systems AM Radio AM-FM Stereo Audio Compact Disc (CD) System AM-FM Stereo Audio System AM-FM Stereo Audio System with Cassette Deck...
  • Page 348 Catalytic Converter CertificatiodTire Label Changing A Flat Tire ... 5-16, 5-21 Chemical Paint Spotting ... 6-56 Child Restraints (See “Safety Belts”) Cigarette LighterlAshtrays Circuit Breakers (See “Fuses”) Cleaning Finish Care ... Glass Inside of Vehicle Instrument Panel, Top ... 6-53 Outside of Vehicle Special Problems Vinyl or Leather...
  • Page 349 Coolant Coolant Temperature Gage Crankcase Exhaust ... Fan Noise Identification Oil (See “Oil”) Overheating Running While Parked ... 2-26 Starting Equipment, Add-on ... Exhaust System Fan Noise ... Filter Replacement Chart ... 6-66 Finish Care Damage Fluid Automatic Transmission ... 6-1 6 Brake Capacities Coolant Recovery...
  • Page 350 INDEX If You’re Stuck In Sand. Mud Ice. or Snow Ignition Switch Inflation-Tire Pressure Instrument Panel Digital Cluster Standard Cluster Jack Storage Jump Starting Key Release Lever Keys Lights Brake System Warning Bulb Replacement Charging System Light Check Gages Light Dome Lights Fog Lamps Front ParkinglTurn Signal...
  • Page 351 Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission) Parking Brake Passing Other Vehicles Pavement Markings Payload Capacity Periodic Maintenance Inspections Power Door Locks Steering Steering Fluid Winches Product Service Publications Radiator Pressure Cap Radio (See “Audio Systems”) Recommended Fluids And Lubricants Recovery Hooks Replacement Parts Reporting Safety Defects Road Signs Roadside Assistance...
  • Page 352 Ti res Balancing Chains ... 6-49 Changing a Flat ... 5-1 6, 5-21 Compact Spare ..5- Flat Hub Caps and Wheel Nut Caps ... 5-22 Inspection and Rotation ... 6-44 Loading ... Pressure Spare (See “Spare Tire”) Underbody Carrier ... 5-1 9, 5-27 Uniform Tire Quality Grading .
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