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Page 3 This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use............Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact GMC Truck for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects’’ on page 8-8.................
Page 4 For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name Aux propriCtaires canadiens: Vous pouvez vous “General Motors of Canada Limited” for GMC Truck procurer un exemplaire de ce guide en franGais chez Division whenever it appears in this manual.
Page 5 Safety Warnings and Symbols How to Use this Manual You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle.
Page 6 You will also find a circle In the notice area, we tell you about something that damage vehicle. Many with a slash through it in your times, this damage would this book. This safety be covered by your warranty? and it could be costly. symbol means “Don’t,”...
Page 7 Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. For example, These symbols These symbols Here are some These symbols These symbols these symbols have to do with are important are on some of are used on other symbols are used on an for you and...
Page 8 Model Reference This manual covers these models: Crew Cab Regular Cab Pickup Chassis Cab Extended Cab Pickup 3500 HD Chassis Cab...
Page 9 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems If your vehicle has a manual Here you’ll find information about the seats in your bucket, split bench or full vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should bench seat, you can adjust it do with air bags and safety belts.
Page 10 Power Driver’s Seat (Option) Power Lumbar Control If you have power lumbar adjustment, you can increase or decrease lumbar support in an area of the lower seatback. If your vehicle has a power seat on the driver’s side, you can adjust it with these controls at the outside edge the seat.
Page 11 To adjust a seatback with Reclining Seatbacks this lever, lift the front of Your vehicle will have one of these reclining the lever. seatback controls. Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it. Pull up on the front lever and the seatback will go to an upright position.
Page 12 CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job because it won’t be against your body.
Page 13 To fold a seatback forward Head traints on all seats except the base Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the level bench seat, pull this restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position lever forward and fold the reduces the chance of a neck injury in crash.
Page 14 fold seatback forward, Easy Entry Seat (Extended Cab Only) pull this lever forward and The driver and passenger front bucket seat and the 60/40 fold the seatback forward. split bench seat of your vehicle has an easy entry feature. This makes it easy to get in and out of the rear seat. To operate the seat, pull forward the top of this...
Page 15 Rear Seat (Extended Cab) After returning the seat to its regular position, try to move the seat with your body in order to make sure the Folding the Rear Seat seat is locked into place. ’ The extended may have a rear folding seat which can be folded open for more seating space.
Page 16 The extended cab’s rear seat can also be folded up to Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone provide more cargo space. fold the seat: This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts Pull forward on the RELEASE lever at the side of properly.
Page 17 Why Safety Belts Work Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast to buckle up. (See “Safety it goes. Belt Reminder Light” in the Index.) In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts.
Page 18 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. 1-10...
Page 19 or the instrument panel The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield 1-11...
Page 20 Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers Won't I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I'm wearing a safety belt? You could be whether you're wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you're upside down.
Page 21 &.’ First, you’ll want to know which restraint systems your If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from vehicle has. home, why should I wear safety belts? We’ll start with the driver position. You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident -- even one that isn’t your fault -- you and Driver Position your passengers can be hurt.
Page 22 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on Don’t let it get twisted. the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones.
Page 23 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster To move it down, push in at the word PRESS and move the height adjuster to the desired position. You can move Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you.
Page 24 What’s wrong with this? You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder be !It is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. The shoulder belt is too loose. won’t give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 25 &= What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured i buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries.
Page 26 CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen, not the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries.
Page 27 What's wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren't as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 28 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it.
Page 29 Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System This part explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) system or air bag system. Your vehicle may have an air bag for the driver. If it does, it will say Supplemental Inflatable Restraint on the middle part of the steering wheel.
Page 30 Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system: CAUTION: Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the CAUTION: blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts can be severely injured or killed in a crash if help keep you in position for an air bag inflation you aren’t wearing your safety belt...
Page 31 Air Bag System Works Don’t put anything on, or attach anything to, the steering wheel. Also, don’t put anything (such pets or objects) between the driver and the steering wheel. If something is between an occupant and an air bag, it could affect the performance of the air bag or worse, it could cause injury.
Page 32 particular crash, no one can say whether an air How does air bag restrain? bag should have inflated simply because of the damage In moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions, to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were. even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel.
Page 33 Your vehicle is equipped with a diagnostic module, which records information about the air bag system. CAUTION: The module records information about the readiness of the system, when the sensors are activated and When an air bag inflates, there is dust in the air. driver’s safety belt usage at deployment.
Page 34 Adding Equipment Your Air Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Bag-Equipped Vehicle The air bag affects how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag system in several places If I add push bumper or a bicycle rack to the around your vehicle.
Page 35 Is there anything I might add to the front of the vehicle that could keep the air bag from working properly? Yes. If you add things that change your vehicle's frame, bumper system, front end sheet metal or height, they may keep the air bag system from working properly.
Page 36 Right Front Passenger Position Lap Belt The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same seats, If your vehicle has front and rear bench someone way as the driver’s safety belt. !See can sit in the center positions. “Driver Position” earlier in this section.
Page 37 Front (All) Rear (Extended and Crew Cab) When you sit in cenIer seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, the latch plate and pull it along the belt. tilt...
Page 38 Rear Seat rssengers very important for rear seat passengers buckle up! It’s Accident statistics show that unbelted people i n the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash.
Page 39 Lap-Shoulder Belt (Extended Cab) The positions next to the windows have lap-shoulder belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure.
Page 40 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones.
Page 41 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions (Crew Cab) You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. If you have an Extended Cab, see “Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions (Extended Cab)”...
Page 42 Lap-Shoulder Belt (Crew Cab) Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt. across you. Don’t let it get twisted. The positions next the windows have lap-shoulder Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull belts. Here’s how wear one properly.
Page 43 You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.
Page 44 Children Smaller Children Babies Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. fact, CAUTION: the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
Page 45 k d ) , a 124b. (5.5 kg) baby only 25 mph (40 will suddenly become 2404b. (110 kg) force on your arms. The baby would be almost impossible to hold. Secure the baby in an infant restraint. Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle.
Page 46 Child Restraints Where to Put the Restraint (Extended Cab and Crew Cab) Be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have label saying that it meets Accident statistics show that children are safer if they Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.
Page 47 Top Strap Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position (Extended Cab) If you nave a Crew Cab, see “Securing a Child Restraint. in a Rear Outside Seat Position (Crew Cab)” later in this section. You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one.
Page 48 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face or neck, put it behind the child restraint.
Page 49 6. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way.’ The safety belt move will freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger.
Page 50 You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Put the restraint the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 2. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say.
Page 51 Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the 6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor lock. retractor while you push down on the child restraint. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.
Page 52 Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position You’ll be using the lap belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child Front (All) restraint has one. 1-44...
Page 53 Run the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. Rear (Extended and Crew Cab) 1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling along the belt. Rear (Extended and Crew Cab) 2.
Page 54 its free 6. To tighten the belt, pull end while you push down on the child restraint. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure is secure. If it isn’t, secure the restraint in a different place in the vehicle and contact the child restraint maker for their advice about how to attach the child restraint properly.
Page 55 You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 1. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 2. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say.
Page 56 5. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the 6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor to set the lock. retractor while you push down on the child restraint. 7.
Page 57 If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat.
Page 58 CAUTION: Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at time.
Page 59 Never do this. Here a child is sitting in seat that has lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behin the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt.
Page 60 Safety Belt Extender Checking Your Restraint SI ~tems I f the vehicle‘s safety belt will hsten around you, you Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light should use and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly.
Page 61 If you ever see a label on the right front passenger’s Replacing Restraint System Parts safety belt in an Extended Cab model that says to After a Crash replace the belt, be sure to do so. Then the new belt will be there to help protect you in a collision.
Page 62 NOTES...
Page 63 Section 2 Features and Controls Here can learn .about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem.
Page 64 Your vehicle has one Tailgate double-sided key for the can open the tailgate by lifting up on its handle ignition and all door locks. while pulling t.he tailgate toward you. To shut the tailgate, firmly push it away from you into the latch.
Page 65 Third Door (Option) To remove the tailgate: 1. Raise the tailgate slightly and release both retaining cable clips. To release the cable clips, lift the cable so it points straight out and push the cable clips forward. 2. With the tailgate at a slight upward angle, pull back on the tailgate at the right edge and...
Page 66 There are several ways to lock and .unlock your vehicle. Door Locks From the outside, use your key or the Keyless Entry System, if.your vehicle has this option. To lock the door from the inside, slide the lever on Unlocked doors can be dangerous. your door down.
Page 67 Your Keyless Entry System operates on a radio Power Door Locks (Option) frequency subject to Federal Communications Press the bottom Commission (FCC) Rules. power door lock switch, This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. marked LOCK, on either Operation is subject to the following two conditions: front door to lock This device may not cause harmful interference,...
Page 68 Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle Operation To unlock the driver’s door, press the UNLOCK button. Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another If you press this button again within five seconds, all the transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through doors (except the rear seat access door) will unlock.
Page 69 rheft To replace the batteries: Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves...
Page 70 Parking at Night New Vehicle “Break-In” Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your your vehicle. Remember to keep valuables out of sight. NOTICE: Put them in a storage area, or take them with you. Parking Lots Your modern vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.”...
Page 71 (B): LOCK This position locks your ignition, steering Ignition Positions wheel and transmission. It's a theft-deterrent feature. You can use your Key to turn your ignition switch to five You will only be able to remove your key when the different positions.
Page 72 Key Release Button NOTICE: The ignition key cannot be removed from the ignition If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t of manual transmission turn it, be sure it is all the way in. If it is, then vehicles unless the key turn the steering wheel left and right while you release button is used.
Page 73 Manual transmission Starting Your Gasoline Engine The gear selector should be in NEUTRAL (N). Hold the If you have a diesel engine, see “Starting Your Diesel Your clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine. Engine” in the Diesel Engine Supplement. vehicle won’t start if the clutch pedal is not all the way Automatic transmission...
Page 74 3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then Engine Coolant Heater (Option) stops), wait 15 seconds and start over. In very cold weather, When the engine starts, let go of the key and the 0°F (-18°C) or colder, accelerator pedal.
Page 75 Automatic Transmission Operation Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet.
Page 76 PARK (P): This locks your rear wheels. It’s the best use when you start your engine because your position vehicle can’t move easily. if’ you have four-wheel drive, your vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift lever if your transfer case is in is in PARK NEUTRAL (N).
Page 77 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. NOTICE: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while your engine “racing” (running at high speed) is Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly moving forward could damage your transmission.
Page 78 AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (0): reducing torque to the rear wheels when This position for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, from stop on slippery trying to start your vehicle road surfaces. and you’re: FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power Going less than about 35 mph (56 km/h), push your (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2).
Page 79 FIRST (2): Press the clutch pedal and shift into Manual Transmission FIRST (2). Then. slowly let up on the clutch pedal 5-Speed (with Low Gear) you press the accelerator pedal. You can shift into FIRST (2) when you're going less Here's how to operate than 20 mph (32 k d h ) .
Page 80 NEUTRAL (N): Use this position when 5-Speed (Without Low Gear) start YOLI or idle your engine. Here’s how to operate your transmission: REVERSE (R): To back up, first press down the FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into clutch pedal.
Page 81 Shift Speeds NEUTRAL (N): Use this position when you start or idle your engine. (R): REVERSE To back up, first press down the CAUTION: clutch pedal. Wait about five seconds for the internal parts to stop spinning and then, shift into REVERSE (R). Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing If you skip more than one gear when the accelerator pedal.
Page 82 If your speed drops below 20 mph (32 km/h), or if the Shift Light engine is not running smoothly, you should downshift to If you have a manual next lower gear. You may have to downshift two or transmission, you may have more gears to keep the engine running smoothly or for a SHIFT light.
Page 83 Front Axle Locking Feature Locking Rear Axle (Option) The front axle locks and unlocks automatically when you have this feature, your rear axle can give you you shift the transfer case. Some delay for the axle to additional traction on snow, mud, ice, sand or gravel. It lock or unlock is normal.
Page 84 An indicator near the lever shows you the transfer case settings: 2H (2-Wheel High): This setting is for driving in most street and highway situations. Your front axle is not engaged in two-wheel drive. 4H (4-Wheel High): This setting engages your front axle to help drive your vehicle.
Page 85 Electronic Transfer Case (Option) To shift into or out of 4-WHEEL LOW (4L) or NEUTRAL (N): 1. Slow the vehicle to a roll, about 1 to 3 mph (2 to 5 km/h) and shift an automatic transmission into NEUTRAL (N), or with a manual transmission press the clutch pedal.
Page 86 4HI: This setting engages your front axle to help Shifting from 4HI to 2HI drive your vehicle. Use 4HI when you need extra Press and release the 2HI switch. This can be done at traction, such as on snowy or icy roads, or in most any speed, and the front axle will unlock automatically.
Page 87 Shifting from 4LO to 4HI or 2HI Parking Brake To shift from 4LO to 4HI or 2H1, your vehicle must be To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal stopped or moving less than 3 mph (4.8 km/h) with the down with your right foot.
Page 88 Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic NOTICE: Trawrission Models Only) Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle. Always check to be It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if sure your parking brake is fully released before in PARK (P)
Page 89 I . Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) position like this: Move the lever up as f a - as it will go. If you have four-wheel drive, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL (N).
Page 90 Your Leaving Vehicle With the Engine If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and the Running (Automatic Transmission parking brake is firmly set before you leave it. After you Models Only) move the shift lever into PARK (P), hold the regular brake pedal down.
Page 91 Parking Over Things That Burn Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission Models Only) Before you get out of your vehicle, put your manual transmission in REVERSE (R), turn off the engine, and firmly apply the parking brake. If you have four-wheel drive, be sure your transfer case is in a drive gear.
Page 92 Zunning Your Engine While You’re Engine Exhaust larked (Automatic Transmission) It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you CAUTION: ever have to, here are some things to know. Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell.
Page 93 Windows CAUTION: Manual Windows Turn the hand crank on each door to raise or lower It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if manual windows. the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the Power Windows parking brake firmly set.
Page 94 down mode. The express down mode can be canceled at Sliding Rear Window (Option) any time by pressing the opposite side of the switch. To To open the sliding rear window, unlock the latch lever open the window part way, lightly tap the switch until by moving the lever toward the driver’s side.
Page 95 unction Lever ilt Wheel (Option) tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive..You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle. The lever on the left side of the steering colutnn the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the tilt...
Page 96 If you move the lever all the way up or down, and the ’hrn Signal and Lane Change Signals arrow flashes at twice the normal rate, a signal bulb The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two may be burned out and other drivers may\n.ot see your downward (for left) positions.
Page 97 For steady wiping at low speed, turn the knob to the Winds1 :Id Wipers LOW position. For high-speed wiping, turn the knob You control the windshield further, to HIGH. To stop the wipers. move the knob to wipers by turning the knob the OFF position.
Page 98 Driving without washer fluid can be dangerous. A When you apply your brakes, the cruise control bad mud splash can block your vision. You could hit shuts off. another vehicle or go off the road. Check your washer fluid level often. CAUTION: Cruise control can be dangerous where you can't drive safely at a steady speed.
Page 99 Resuming Set Speed Setting Cruise Control Suppose you set your cruise control at desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off CAUT’3N: the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you’re going about If you leave your cruise control switch on when 25 mph (40 kndh)
Page 100 Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to higher speed: Use the accelerator pedal increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow Use the accelerator pedal to get the higher speed.
Page 101 Lamps Rotate the knob clockwise again to the master lamp symbol to turn on all the lamps listed as well as Your parking lamp and the headlamps. headlamp switch is on the Rotate the knob counterclockwise to OFF to turn off driver's side of your your, lamps.
Page 102 Daytime Running Lamps When it begins to get dark, your DRL indicator light is a reminder to turn your headlamp switch on. The Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make easier for other lamps that come on with your headlamps will others of your to see the front...
Page 103 Underhood Reel Lamp Fog Lam1 If you have fog lamps. use them for better vision foggy or misty conditions. Your parking lamps andor low-beam headlamps must be on for your fog lamps to work. The fog lamp switch is on the lower edge of your instrument panel.
Page 104 Interior Lamps Front Reading Lamps (Option) Instrument Panel Intensity Control If your vehicle has reading lamps, press the button next The instrument panel intensity control is located to the to the lamp to turn the lamp right of the headlamp switch. on.
Page 105 dome lamps to come on automatically when the doors Mirrors are open, remain off. To turn the lamps off, press the Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror button once. With the button in this position, the dome lamps will remain off when the doors are open. To return the lamps to automatic operation, press the button again and return it to the “out”...
Page 106 Electrochromic Inside Rearview Mirror When the ignition is on and the mirror switch is in the position, the compass display'will show two with Compass (Option) character boxes for approximately two seconds. If, after Your vehicle may have an electrochromic inside two seconds, the display does not show a compass rearview mirror.
Page 107 3. Press the CAL switch on the bottom of the mirror To adjust for compass variance: until the new zone number appears in the display. I . Use the CAL switch located at the bottom of the After you stop pressing the button in, the display will mirror housing near the on/off switch.
Page 108 Convex Outside Mirror Center Overhead Console (Option) Your passenger’s side mirror be convex. A convex Your vehicle may have an overhead console. It has curved so you can see more from the mirror’s surface storage compartments inside it. driver’s seat. Installing a Garage Door Opener If you have a gamge door opener, the front overhead compartment can be used to conveniently store the opener.
Page 109 The pegs inside the Pe.el the protective backing compartment door are used from the hook and loop to make sure the button on patch. Press firmly to the the compartment door will back of your garage door opener, as close to the contact the control button on the garage door opener.
Page 110 With the garage door opener positioned properly and the right number of pegs in place, you should only have to press the PUSH button slightly to operate the opener. Adjust the position of the garage door opener and add or remove pegs, as needed, until the opener operates properly.
Page 111 Memo Pad Holder To use the cupholder, pull the handle and slide the may have a Your vehicle cupholder tray open. memo holder attached to the To close the cupholdel-, front of the console. Use it slide it back in the hold pads paper or instrument panel.
Page 112 There is also a drawer that slides out at the bottom of CassetteKompact Disc Storage To open the latch handle and swing the door open. it, lift Your vehicle may have a Your console also cassette/compact disc holder cupholder that swings out a t the front the console.
Page 113 Underhood Storage Area Your vehicle includes a number of storage compartments for storage of often used items. Some vehicles have storage areas in the instrument panel. Use these spaces for items such as gloves or small books. Some models have a storage pocket on each of the front doors.
Page 114 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter a rear To remove ashtray. press down on the inside tabs and open the door fully. Front Ashtray The front ashtray is located at bottom of the instrument NOTICE: panel. Pull on the notch in the ashtray door to open it. you store paper or other things that burn in NOTICE: your ashtrays, they could be...
Page 115 Sun Visors Accessory Power Outlets To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can also swing them out to help block glare at the front and side windows. Your visor may have a strap to hold small items, such as maps.
Page 116 Instrument Panel P P P 2-54...
Page 117 Ashtray A. Dome Lamp Switch L. Cupholder Lamp Controls C. Air Outlets Auxiliary Power Outlets N. Storage Area or Compact Disc Player (Option) Multifunction Lever 0. Rear Window Defogger Switch (Option) Instrument Cluster E Gearshift Lever Tilt Lever (Option) G. Audio System Q.
Page 118 Instrument Panel Cluster CHECK GAGES ANTI LOCK SERVICE ENGINE SOON oolol APPLY SHIFT FROM PARK TRIP United States version shown, Canada similar. Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You'll know how fast you're going, about how much fuel you have and many other things you'll need to know to drive safely and economically.
Page 119 Tachometer leter and Odometer Your tachometer displays the engine speed in lour speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your revolutions per minute (rpm). odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers NOTICE: (used in Canada).
Page 120 When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on Warning Lights, Gages when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows and Indicators there may be a problem, check the section that tells what to do about it. Please follow this manual’s advice. This part describes the warning lights and gages that Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even...
Page 121 Air Bag Readiness Light Charging System Indicator Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument This light should come on panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the briefly when you turn on the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light ignition, before starting the tells if there is an electrical problem.
Page 122 Voltmeter Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an When your engine is not running, but the ignition is extended period.
Page 123 Brake System Warning Light CAUTION: Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, Your brake system may not be working properly need both parts working well.
Page 124 Qnti-Lock Brake System Warning Light Engine Coolant Temperature Gage With the anti-lock brake. This gage shows the engine system, this light will come coolant temperature. on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds. That’s normal. ANTI - LOCK If the light stays on, or comes on when you’re driving,...
Page 125 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service NOTICE: ;ine Soon Light) (Gasoline Engine) Your vehicle is equipped If you keep driving your vehicle with this light with a computer which on, after a while, your emission controls may not monitors operation work as well, your fuel economy may not be as fuel, ignition and emission SERVICE good and your engine may not run as smoothly.
Page 126 If the Light Is Flashing If the Light Is On Steady You may be able system following may prevent more serious damage to to correct the emission your vehicle: malfunction by considering the following: Reduce vehicle speed. Did you just put fuel into your vehicle? Avoid hard accelerations.
Page 127 Oil Pressure Gage Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel (see The oil pressure gage shows "Fuel" in the Index). Poor fuel quality will cause your the engine oil pressure in psi engine not to run as efficiently as designed.
Page 128 Shift Light CAUTION: l!,L- This light is used on some models with manual Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If transmissions. you do, your engine can become hot that it catches fire. You or others could be burned. your Check soon as possible and have your...
Page 129 Check Gages Light Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light This light will come on This light goes on whenever briefly when you are the DRL are on. starting the engine. CHECK GAGES on w.hile you are driving, the light comes on and stays begins to get dark, the DRL indicator light is a When could indicate a problem with your vehicle.
Page 130 Fuel Gage your Here are four situations may experience with fuel gage. None of these indicate a problem with the The fuel gage, when the fuel gage. ignition is on, tells you At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the about how much fuel you (F).
Page 131 Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems Fan Knob In this section you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be The knob on the left side of the heating system control sure to read about the particular systems supplied with panel controls the fan speed.
Page 132 Optional Climate Control System Mode Knob The right knob the control panel allows you to choose the direction of air delivery. The control knob can be placed any position between two mode settings to blend the flow of air. VENT: This setting directs air through the instrument panel outlets.
Page 133 +’ Temperature Knob DEFOG: This setting directs air the heater The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the outlets and toward the windshield. relative temperature of the air flowing into the passenger area of your vehicle. This knob will allow you to adjust DEFROST This setting directs air toward the the relative air temperature independently of the...
Page 134 of an The A/C button, between the temperature and mode The use engine coolant heater also reduces the knobs, allows the air coming into time takes for the engine reach normal operating your vehicle to be temperature, and shortens the time it takes the heater to cooled.
Page 135 Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows. When you enter a vehicle in cold weather, turn the blower fan to HI for a few moments before driving.
Page 136 Do not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape or decals Rear Window Defogger (Option) across the defogger grid on the rear window. If you see lines running across the rear window, you have the rear window defogger. The lines warm the glass.
Page 137 AM-FM Stereo Setting the Clock for Systems without Automatic Tone Control Press SFT. Within five seconds, press and hold the SEEK right arrow until the correct minute appears on the display. Press and hold the SEEK left arrow until the correct hour appears on the display.
Page 138 Finding a Station In addition to the four stations set as above, up to three additional stations may be preset on each band by AM-FM: Press the lower knob to get AM or pressing two adjoining buttons at the same time. Just: TUNE: Turn this knob to tune in radio stations.
Page 139 ANI-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player Find.ing a Station (Option) AM-FM: Press the lower knob to get AM or FM. TUNE: Turn this knob to tune in radio stations. SEEK: Press this button and the radio will tune to the next higher or lower station and stay there.
Page 140 P.SCAN: Press both SEEK buttons to scan through each Playing a Cassette Tape of the preset stations. The system will scan through and Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that play each preset station stored o n your pushbuttons for a 30 to 45 minutes long on each side.
Page 141 SCV This is the Speed-Compensated-Volume (SCV) AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and knob. Move the control ring behind the PWR-VOL Automatic Tone Control (Option) knob clockwise to adjust the SCV. Set the volume at the desired level. As you drive, the SCV automatically increases the volume, as necessary, to overcome road and wind noise at particular speed.
Page 142 SCAN: Press and hold SEEK for two seconds until 3. Press AUTO TONE to select the setting you prefer. SCAN appears on the display. SCAN allows you to 4. Press and hold one of the six pushbuttons. listen to stations for a few seconds. The receiver will 5.
Page 143 Playing a Cassette Tape Setting the Tone BASS: Press lightly on this knob to release from its Your tape player built to work best with tapes that are stored position. Turn the knob clockwise increase the 30 to minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than bass and counterclockwise decrease the bass.
Page 144 NEXT (3): Press NEXT or the SEEK right arrow to AM-FM: Press this button to switch from a tape to search for the next selection. A minimum three-second the radio. blank gap is required for the player to stop at the TAPE AUX: Press this button to return to the tape beginning of the selection.
Page 145 CD Adapter Kits To load a CD into the player, hold the disc with the label side up and insert it carefully into the player Although this is not a recommended practice, it is possible (approximately half way). The disc will autolnatically to use a CD adapter kit with your cassette tape player.
Page 146 If the disc comes back out and ERR appears on the PROG (2): This button is active only when you have display, it could be that: the 12-disc changer. The disc is upside down. NEXT (3): Press this button to advance to the next track on the disc.
Page 147 AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player This is the Speed-Compensated-Volume (SCV) knob. Move the control ring behind the PWR-VOL and Automatic Tone Control (Option) knob clockwise to adjust the SCV. Set the volume at the desired level. you drive, the SCV automatically increases the volume, as necessary, to overcome road and wind noise at any particular speed.
Page 148 SCAN: Press and hold SEEK for two seconds until P.SCAN: scan The preset scan button lets you through SCAN appears on the display. SCAN allows you to your favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons. Select or FM2 mode and then press listen to stations for a few seconds.
Page 149 Playing Compact Disc Press'lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position. Turn the knob clockwise to increase the PWR: Press this knob to turn the system on. (Please bass and counterclockwise to decrease the bass. When note that you can also turn the system on when TONE the BASS control is rotated, the AUTO setting...
Page 150 FWD (6): RECALL: Press this button to see what track is playing. Press and hold this button to advance rapidly Press it again within five seconds to see how long the within a track. will hear the disc selection play at CD has been playing that track.
Page 151 Turn the ignition to the ACCESSORY or Theft-Deterrent Feature RUN position. THEFTLOCK" is designed to discourage theft of your Turn the radio off. radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever battery power is removed. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together.
Page 152 Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After Disabling the Theft-Deterrent Feature a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: Turn the ignition to the ACCESSORY or RUN position.
Page 153 To help avoid hearing loss or damage: Understanding Radio Reception Adjust the volume control the lowest setting. FM Stereo increase volume slowly until hear comfortably stereo will give you the best sound. But signals and clearly. will reach only about to 40 miles ( 1 6 to 65 km).
Page 154 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player may also choose a non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner which uses a cassette with fabric belt to clean the A tape player that is not cleaned regularly cause tape head. This type cleaning cassette will not eject. It reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner.
Page 155 Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” in the Index.) Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways, means “always expect the unexpected.”...
Page 156 The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem Drunken Driving is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive. But Death and injury associated with drinking and driving what if people do? How much is “too much” if the is a national tragedy.
Page 157 Since alcohol is carried in body water, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks. The law in many U.S. states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 0.10 percent.
Page 158 The body takes about an hour rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. amount of coffee or number of cold CAUTION: showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to Drinking and then driving is very dangerous.
Page 159 Control of a Vehicle Braking You have three systems that make your vehicle where Braking action involves perception time and you want They are the brakes, the steering and reaction time. it to the accelerator. All three systems have do their work First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal.
Page 160 Anti-Lock Brakes Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes (ABS). ABS is an braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. This advanced electronic braking system that will help is a mistake.
Page 161 The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed make the most of available tire and road conditions. Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving Suddenly an animal jumps out in safely.
Page 162 Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need Steering to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease Power Steering stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes front If you lose power steering assist because the engine if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.
Page 163 Suppose you’re steering through a sharp curve. Then you Steering in Emergencies suddenly accelerate. Both control systems steering and There are times when steering can be more effective acceleration -- have to do their work where the tires meet than braking. For example, you come over a hill and the road.
Page 164 Road Rea ---:y You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. OFF-ROAD RECOVERY RECOVER An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full degrees very quickly without removing...
Page 165 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to Passing pass while you’re awaiting opportunity. For one The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a thing, following too closely reduces your area of two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, vision, especially if you’re following a larger accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes vehicle.
Page 166 Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder and Loss of Control start your left lane change signal before moving out Let’s review what driving experts say about what of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal...
Page 167 Driving Guidelines A cornering skid and an acceleration skid are best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal. Off-Road Driving with Your If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go.
Page 168 Before You Go Off-Roading CAUTION: do before you go out. For There are some things ‘ ’ example, be sure have all necessary maintenance and service work done. Check to make sure all underbody Cargo on the load floor piled higher than shields (if so equipped) are properly attached.
Page 169 Environmental Concerns Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip, especially when going Off-road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying to a remote area. Know the terrain and plan your route. recreation. However, it also raises environmental concerns.
Page 170 Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful Scanning the Terrain off-road driving. One of the best ways to control your Off-road driving can take you over many different vehicle is to control your speed. Here are some things to kinds of terrain.
Page 171 Driving on Off-Road Hills When you drive over obstacles rough terrain, keep a firm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs or other Off-road driving often takes you up, down or across a surfax features can jerk the wheel out of your hands if hill.
Page 172 Approaching a Hill the hill that can block your Are there obstructions path (boulders, trees, logs or ruts)‘? When you approach a hill, you need to decide if it’s one What’s beyond the hill? Is there a cliff, of those hills that’s just too steep to climb, descend or embankment, a drop-off, a fence? Get out and walk the cross.
Page 173 Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to Try to drive straight up the hill if at all possible. If let opposing traffic know you're there. the path twists and turns, you might want to find another route.
Page 174 What should I do if my vehicle stalls, or is about you are backing down the hill, put your left hand on the steering wheel at the 12 o’clock position. This to stall, and can’t make it up the hill? way, you’ll be able to tell if your wheels are straight If this happens, there are some things you should and maneuver as you back down.
Page 175 &.’ Suppose, after stalling, I try to back down the hill and decide just can’t do it. What should 1 Shirring the transter to NEU dAL (N) can ca-- Set the parking brake. put your transmission cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission in PARK (Pj (or the manual transmission in is in PARK (P) (or, if you have the manual FIRST...
Page 176 ’ Driving Downhill CAUTION: When off-roading takes you downhill, you’ll want to consider a number of things: Heavy braking when going down a hill can How steep is the downhill? Will I be able maintain cause your brakes to overheat and fade. This vehicle control? could cause loss of control and a serious accident.
Page 177 Driving Across an Incline Am I likely to stall when going downhill? Sooner or later, an off-road trail will probably go across It’s much more likely to happen going uphill. But the incline of a hill. If this happens, you have to decide happens going downhill, here’s what to do.
Page 178 Q.’ Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the What if I’m driving across an incline that’s not incline even worse. I f you drive across a rock with too steep, but hit some loose gravel and start to the uphill wheels, or if the downhill wheels drop into I do? slide downhill.
Page 179 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 if the door there is harder to open. If you get Getting out on the downhill (low) side of a vehicle out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll stopped across an incline is dangerous.
Page 180 Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice Driving Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction. On these surfaces, it’s very easy to lose control. On wet When you drive in mud, snow or sand, your wheels ice, for example, the traction is so poor that you will won’t get good traction.
Page 181 Driving in Water Light rain causes no special off-road driving problems. But heavy rain can mean flash flooding, and flood waters demand extreme caution. Driving mrough rushing water can be dangerous. Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream Find out how deep the water is before you drive through If it’s and you and your passengers could drown.
Page 182 g at Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody, chassis or under the hood. These accumulations can be a fire hazard. After operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings cleaned and checked. These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking.
Page 183 have less trouble adjusting to night. But if you’re Here are some tips on night driving. driving, don’t wear sunglasses at night. They may cut Drive defensively. down on glare from headlamps, but they also make a lot Don’t drink and drive. of things invisible.
Page 184 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction.
Page 185 Wet brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a vehicle wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally.
Page 186 Hydroplaning Driving Through Deep Standing Water Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. NOTICE: This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or it has little or no contact with the road.
Page 187 Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: City Driv---, Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip.
Page 188 At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the Freeway Driving freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traffic. Try to determine where you expect to blend with the Try to merge into the gap at close to flow.
Page 189 Here are some things you can check before a trip: The exit speed usually posted. Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not Windshield Wnslwr FILd: Is the reservoir full? Are all windows clean inside and outside? to your sense of motion. After driving for any distance at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape‘? slower than you actually are.
Page 190 Hill and Mountain Roads hway Hypnosis ‘--b Is there actually such condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum the tires on the road, of the...
Page 191 Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires. cooling system and CAUTION: transmission. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the Know how to go down hills. The most important ignition off is dangerous.
Page 192 Winter Driving 1nclude.an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and a couple of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction.
Page 193 Accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more. Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have an anti-lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement.
Page 194 If You’re Caught in a Blizzard Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or...
Page 195 Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster CAJTION: than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle.
Page 196 Loading Your Vehicle your front and rear axles, need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle. Your dealer can help you with this. Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle.
Page 197 CriUTdN: not load your vehicle heavier than the Things you put inside your vehicle can strike GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or GAWR. you do, parts on your vehicle can break, in a crash.
Page 198 Truck-Camper Loading Information This label is inside your glove box. It will tell you if your vehicle can carry a slide-in camper, how much of a load your vehicle can carry, and how to correctly spread out your load. Also, it will help you match the right slide-in camper to your vehicle.
Page 199 Here is an example of proper truck and camper match: Your dealer can help you make a good vehicle-camper match. He’ll also help you determine your CWR. After you’ve loaded your vehicle and camper, drive to a weigh station and weigh on the front and rear wheels separately.
Page 200 Trailer Recommendations (See the “Warranty and Owner Assistance” booklet for Zone Office.) Owners should be aware that, as You must subtract your hitch loads from the CWR for manufactured, there are differences between a chassis your vehicle. Weigh your vehicle with the trailer attached, cab and a pickup with the box removed which may so that you won’t go over the GVWR or G A M .
Page 201 If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer NOTICE: If you do, here are some important points: There are many different laws, including speed limit Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure- vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered your rig will be lega1,not only where you live but your warranty.
Page 202 Use one of the following charts to determine how much If you have an automatic transmission, you can tow in OVERDRIVE (@). You may want to shift the your vehicle can weigh, based upon your vehicle model transmission to THIRD (3) or, if necessary, a lower and options.
Page 203 K-1500 (4WD) C-1500 (2WD) Max. Trailer Wt. Engine (Trans.) Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. Engine (Trans.) Axle Ratio 5,000 lbs. (2 270 4,000 Ibs. ( 1 800 3.73 4.3L (Auto.) 4.3L (Auto.) 5,000 3.42 Ibs. (2 270 4.3L (Manual) 2,500 lbs. (1 135 3.73 4.3L (Manual 2,000 lbs.
Page 204 C-2500 (2WD) K-2500 (4WD) Engine (Trans.) Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. Engine (Trans.) Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. 3.42 4,500 lbs. (2 043 kg) 3.73 4,500 lbs. (2 043 kg) 4.3L (Auto.) 4.3L (Auto.) 5,000 lbs. (2 270 kg) 3.73 4.3L (Manual) 2,000 lbs.
Page 205 K-3500 (4WD) C-3500 (2WD) Max. Engine (Tkans.) Axle Ratio Trailer Wt. Engine (lkans.) Axle Ratio Max. Trailer 8,000 lbs. (3 632 kg) 7,500 lbs. (3 405 kg) 5.7L 4.10 5.7L 4.10 4.56 9,500 Ibs. (3 363 kg) 6.5L Diesel 4.10 8,000 lbs.
Page 206 C-3500 Crew Cab (2WD) K-3500 Crew Cab (4WD) Engine (Trans.) Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. Engine (Tkans.) Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. 7,500 lbs. 5.7L 4.10 405 kg) 4.10 5.7L 7,000 Ibs. (3 178 kg) 4.56 9,000 Ibs. (4 086 kg) Ibs.
Page 207 (2-3500 HDiChassis .Cab You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at the addreis listed in your Engine (Trans.) Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. Warranty and Owner Assistance Information Booklet. 5.7L 4.63 8,500 lbs.
Page 208 Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the limit for cold tires. You’ll find these numbers the Certification label at the rear edge of the driver’s door or see “Tire Loading” in the Index. Then be sure you don’t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle, including the weight of the trailer tongue.
Page 209 If everything checks out this far, make the brake tap at the port on the master cylinder that sends the fluid to You should always attach chains between your vehicle the rear brakes. But don’t use copper tubing for this. and your trailer.
Page 210 Following Distance Making Turns Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This NOTICE: can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the Passing vehicle.
Page 211 If you have an automatic transmission, you should use Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer THIRD (3) (or, as you need to, a lower gear) when The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash towing a trailer. Operating your vehicle in THIRD (3) whenever you signal a turn or lane change.
Page 212 Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on hill. If something goes wrong, your rig could start to move. People can be injured, and both It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged.
Page 213 Trailer Wiring Harness When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill A seven-wire harness is stored under the rear end of your vehicle. between the frame rails. An electrical 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down connector will need to be installed at the trailer end of while you: the harness, by a qualified electrical technician.
Page 214 (PTO) Winche- Power Take-Off you wish to use a power winch on your vehicle, only use it when your vehicle stationary or anchored. NOTICE: NOTICE: If you have a PTO that will exceed 35 hp installed on your vehicle, it could damage the transfer case or transmission.
Page 215 To engage a PTO: Using a Transfer Case Mounted Power Take-Off (Manual Transmission) 1. Set the parking brake. 1 . Set the parking brake, 2. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL (Nj. 2. Shift the transfer case into NEUTRAL (N). 3. Hold the clutch pedal down and engage the PTO. 3.
Page 216 Using a Transfer Case Mounted Power If you will be using the bumper to tow a trailer, Take-Off (Automatic Transmission) you must remove the Set the parking brake. center cutout circle install the trailer ball. You Shift the transfer case into NEUTRAL (N). must also remove both outer Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL (N).
Page 217 Section 5 Problems on the Road Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They Here you’ll find what do about some problems that also let police know you have a problem. Your front and can occur on the road. rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off.
Page 218 ’ To turn off the flashers, press the button until the first click and release. CAUTION: When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won’t work. Batteries can hurt you. Other Warning Devices dangerous because: They contain acid that can burn you. If you carry reflective triangles, you can use them to They contain gas that can explode or ignite.
Page 219 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables NOTICE: can reach, but be sure the ve.hicles aren’t touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be able to you leave your radio on, it could be badly start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could damaged.
Page 220 Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. CAUTION: The vehicles could be damaged too. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic Using a match near a battery can cause battery things you should know.
Page 221 7 . Don’t let the other end 6. Connect the red positive cable to the positive touch metal. Connect terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one. to the positive terminal of the good battery.
Page 222 8. Now connect the black negative cable to the good battery’s negative cable. Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative cable doesn’t go Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away to the dead battery.
Page 223 12. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent Towing Your Vehicle electrical shorting. Take care that they don’t touch Try to have your GM dealer or a professional towing each other or any other metal. service tow your vehicle. See “Roadside Assistance” in the Index.
Page 224 CAUTION: CAUTION: To help avoid injury to you or others: A vehicle can fall from a car carrier if it isn’t adequately secured. This can cause a collision, Never let passengers ride in vehicle that is serious personal injury and vehicle damage. The being towed.
Page 225 Front Towing Rear Towing Tow Limits 35 mph (56 k d h ) , 50 miles (SO km) If these limits must be exceeded, then the rear wheels have to be supported on dolly. NOTICE: Towing pickup models from the rear while loaded with heavy cargo may cause the frame side rails to flex sufficiently to allow the pickup box to contact the cab and could cause damage to the...
Page 226 Engine Overheating CAUTION: (Gasoline Engine) You will find a coolant temperature gage on your Steam from an overheated engine can burn you vehicle’s instrument panel. If your vehicle has a badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away diesel engine, see “Engine Overheating”...
Page 227 If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes. If the If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no warning doesn’t come back on, you can drive normally.
Page 228 Cooling System Gasoline Engines CAUTION: When you decide it's safe t o lift the hood, here's what you'll see: If your vehicle has air conditioning, the auxiliary electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you.
Page 229 CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don't touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don't run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and you could be burned.
Page 230 NOTICE: CAUTION: Engine damage from running your engine Adding only plain water to your cooling system without coolant isn’t covered by your warranty. can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol, can boil before the proper If there seems to be no leak, start the engine again. See coolant mix will.
Page 231 You can be burned if’ you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant a hat engine. When the coolant i n the coolant recovery tank is at or above COLD mark, start your vehicle.
Page 232 CAUTION: a hot cooling Steam and scalding liquids from system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the radiator even a little pressure cap they can come out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap, is hot.
Page 233 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until first stops. (Don't press down while turning the pressure cap.
Page 234 3. Fill the radiator with proper mix, up to the base of the filler neck. 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the COLD mark. 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. 5-18...
Page 235 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fan(s). 7. By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add 8.
Page 236 Engine Fan Noise If a Tire Goes Flat Your vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. When the It’s unusual for a tire “blow out” while you’re driving, clutch is engaged, the fan spins fdster to provide more air especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes to cool the engine.
Page 237 Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly place. Turn on your hazard level be even more certain the vehicle won't move, warning flashers. you can put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed.
Page 238 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Extended Cab Models The equipment you’ll need is behind the passenger’s seat. 2 and 4-DOOr Models Turn the wing nut counterclockwise and remove the jack cover, if there is one. Remove the jacking equipment. If you have a chassis cab, refer to the information from the body supplierhstaller for the location of your spare tire.
Page 239 Follow these instructions to lower the spare tire: side of the ratchet has an IJP marking. The other side has a DOWN marking. Assenlble the ratchet the hook near the end of the jack handle illustrated) with the DOWN marking facing you. the hole Insert the other end through in the rear...
Page 240 Attach the jack handle (and jack handle extension, if needed) to the jack. With the IJP marking on ratchet facing you. The tools you'll be using include the jack (A), the jack rotate the ratchet clockwise. (B), handle extension the jack handle (C), the wheel That will lift the jack head...
Page 241 If your vehicle has wheel Removing Flat Tire and Inst-' nut caps, use the wheel the Spare wrench and ratchet t o remove them. Turn the 1. Use the ratchet and wheel wrench wheel wrench to loosen counterclockwise, with all the wheel nuts. Turn DOWN fdcing you.
Page 242 NOTICE: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack. Be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising your vehicle. Front Rear Position Position...
Page 243 4. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
Page 244 6. Replace the wheel nuts 8. Tighten the nuts firmly in a criss-cross with the rounded end of the nuts toward the sequence as shown by wheel. Tighten each rotating the wheel wheel nut by hand using wrench clockwise. the wheel. wrench until the wheel is held against the hub.
Page 245 Store the flat tire where the spare tire was stored. NOTICE: For an underbody spare tire carrier, stow the tire under the rear of the vehicle in the spare tire carrier. To stow Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to the tire: brake pulsation and rotor damage.
Page 246 Lower Raise 2 and 4-Door Models A. Hoist Assembly E. Valve Stern, Pointed Down B. Ratchet E. Jack and Tool A. Nut Flat or Spare Tire Storage Box C. Jack Handle B. Jack G. Retainer E Ratchet D. Hoist Shaft C.
Page 247 Extended Cab Models Chassis Cab Models Jack and Tool A. Nut A. Nut E Jack and Tool Storage Box Storage Box €3. Jack and Tool Retainer Cover E Ratchet G. Ratchet C. Jack Handle C. Jack Handle G. Wheel Wrench Extension Jack Handle Extension...
Page 248 If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, NOTICE: Ice or Snow What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your is to spin your wheels too fast. The method known vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the wheels “rocking”...
Page 249 Rocking your vehicle to get it out: Using the Recovery Hooks First. turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. Then shift back and forth between REVERSE and a forward gear (or with a manual transmission, between FIRST ( 1 ) or SECOND (2) and REVERSE(R)), spinning the wheels as little as possible.
Page 250 The recovery hooks, when used, are under a lot force. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Never pull on the hooks a t a sideways angle. The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain cable snapping back.
Page 251 Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle a l l GM. vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: shows how to check important information, and then fluid and lubricant levels.
Page 252 Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to Fuel (Gasoline Engine) do your own service work, see “Servicing Your Air If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see “Diesel Fuel Bag-Equipped Vehicle” in the Index. Requirements and Fuel System” in the Diesel Engine You should keep,a record with all parts receipts and list Supplement.
Page 253 If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission To provide cleaner air, all gasolines are now required to Standards (indicated on the underhood tune-up label), contain additives that will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system, allowing your is designed to operate on fuels that meet California emission control system to function properly.
Page 254 Fuels in Fo ign Countries Gasoline Filling Your Tank Engines The fuel cap is behind a hinged door on the left side If you plan on driving in another country outside the of your vehicle. United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard to find.
Page 255 ‘ J CAUTIP Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns I f you get gasoline on yourself and then violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or refueling Gasoline can spray out on if you open the your vehicle.
Page 256 Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from Checking Things Under the Hood painted surfxes as soon as possible. See “Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle” the Index. CAUTION: When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right until you hear at least three clicks.
Page 257 Hood Release To open the hood, first pull the handle inside the vehicle. Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up o n the secondary hood release, located just the passenger side of the center of the grill. Lift the l~ood.
Page 258 “VORTEC” 4300,5000,5700 Engine When you lift up the hood you’ll see: “VORTEC” 5700 engine shown, locations for engines similar. other...
Page 259 A. Battery H. Fan B. Air Cleaner Power Steering Fluid Reservoir C. Radiator Cap J. Engine Oil Fill Coolant Recovery T m k K. Brake Fluid Reservoir E. Air Filter Restriction Indicator L. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir Engine Oil Dipstick M.
Page 260 “VORTEC” 7400 Engine Battery E Engine Oil Dipstick K. Brake Fluid Reservoir B. Coolant Recovery Tank G. Automatic Transmission Dipstick L. Storage Compartment C. Air Cleaner H. Engine Oil Fill M. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir D. Radiator Cap I. Fan Fuse/RelaY Center E.
Page 261 2. The use of the vehicle after such device or element Noise Control System of design has been removed or rendered inoperative The following information relates to compliance with by any person. Federal noise emission standards for vehicles with a Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering are Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of more than the acts listed below.
Page 262 Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine) Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If you don’t, the oil dipstick If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see “Engine Oil might not.show the actual level. (Diesel Engine)”...
Page 263 When to Add Oil The engine oil fill cap for the 4.3L, S.OL and the If the oil is at or below the ADD mark, then you'll need S.7L engine is located on to add some oil. But you must use the right kind. This the driver's side engine part explains what kind of oil to use.
Page 264 What Kind of Oil to Use RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS . . -. Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by FOR BEST FUEL E Y AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST looking for the “Starburst” symbol. This symbol SAE VISCOSITY FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE.
Page 265 When to Change Engine Oil As shown in the chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE low-30 if it’s going See if any of these is true for you: to be 0°F (-1 8°C) or above.
Page 266 What to Do with Used Oil Air Cleaner Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer? Don’t let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner.
Page 267 The air cleaner assembly has an indicator that lets you know when the air filter is dirty and needs to be serviced. The indicator is located in the air intake tube between the air cleaner and the engine. See “Owner Checks and Services” i n the Index on when to check the indicator.
Page 268 Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when replace the air filter. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. Operating the engine with the air cleaner off can cause you others to be burned. The air cleaner if the engine not only cleans the air, it stops flame backfires.
Page 269 Automatic Transmission Fluid If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick. C’ -ge When to Check a 1 A good time to check your auromarlc transmission fluid NOTICE: level is when the engine is changed.
Page 270 three seconds in each range. Then, position the shift Checking Transmission Fluid Hot (P). lever in PARK Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles Let the engine run idle for three minutes or more. (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50°F If it's colder than 50°F (10°C).
Page 271 How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind transmission fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants’’ in the Index. Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid HOT. (A COLD check is used only as a reference.) If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check.
Page 272 Check the fluid level only when your engine is off, the Manual Transmission Fluid vehicle is parked on a level place and the transmission is cool enough for you to rest your fingers on the When to Check transmission case. A good time to have checked is when the engine...
Page 273 How to Add Fluid When to Check and, What to Use Here’s how to add fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See Schedule, Owner Checks “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. and Services, to determine 1.
Page 274 C3 (3500 HD) Trucks Equipped with Rear Axle Dana Rear Axle When to Chc d Change Lubricant Additional rear axle scheduled maintenance is required Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how 3500 HD models equipped with Dana rear axles often to check the lubricant and when to change it.
Page 275 Four-wheel Drive How to Check Lubricant Most lubricant checks in this section also apply to four-wheel-drive vehicles. However, they have two additional systems that need lubrication. Transfer Case M7hen to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant.
Page 276 Front Axle If the differential is at operating temperature (warm), add enough lubricant t o raise the level to the bottom of When to Check and Change Lubricant the filler plug hole. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how If the differential is cold, add enough lubricant to raise often check the lubricant and when to change it.
Page 277 50/50 mixture of water and the proper coolant for your vehicle will: use a mixture of one-half (preferably d u m wwter distilled) and one-half DEX-COOL” (orange-colored. Give freezing prorecrlon down to -34°F (-37°C). silicate-free) antifreeze that meets GM Specification Give boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C).
Page 278 Checking Coolant NOTICE: If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see "Clwcking Coolant" in the Diesel Engine Supplement. use an improper coolant mix, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn't be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mix can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts.
Page 279 Adding Coolant CAUTION: If you need more coolant, add the proper ut tho c Y N - h n t t m k . Ix~c'olY!l'\: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, CAUTION: and it will burn if the engine parts are hot \ - - - -...
Page 280 Radiator Pressure Cap NOTICE: (Gasoline Engine) Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck.
Page 281 Power Steering Fluid How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine cotnparttnent is cool, unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level the dipstick.
Page 282 Adding Washer Fluid NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water doesn’t clean as well as washer fluid.
Page 283 isn’t a good idea to “top off’ your brake fluid. Brakes Adding brake fluid won’t correct a leak. If you add fluid when your linings are worn, then you’ll have much Brake Fluid fluid when you get new brake linings. You should add Your brake master cylinder (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only when work reservoir is here.
Page 284 After work is done on the brake hydraulic system, Checking Brake make sure the level is above MIN and below the top of the window. What to When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid such as Delco Supreme 1 1 (GM Part No.
Page 285 Brake Wear NOTICE: If you have a C 3500 model, it has four-wheel disc brakes. Using the wrong fluid can badly damage Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that brake system parts. For example,.just a few make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine pads are worn and new pads are needed.
Page 286 Brake Pedal Travel NOTICE: See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble. Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result in costly brake repair.
Page 287 Battery Contact your dealer learn how prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods. Every new vehicle has Delco Freedom@ battery. You Also, for your audio system, see ”Theft-De-terrent never have to add water to one of these. When it’s time Feature”...
Page 288 3. Unplug and remove Headlamps the headlamp. Sealed Beam Lamps Remove the four screws from the headlamp retainer. 4. Plug in the new headlamp and put in place. 5. Install the retainer the headlanip tighten the screws. 2. Pull the headlamp out and remove the retainer. 6-38...
Page 289 Composite Headlampc 4. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and Remove the two remove it. screws at the top of the radiator support. Put the new bulb in the lens assembly and turn it to the right until it is tight. 2. Pull the headlamp lens assembly out. 6.
Page 290 Front Turn Signal Lamps 4. Pull the socket out of the lamp assembly. (Sealed Beam Headlamps) 1. Remove the two screws at the inside edge of the parkinghrn signal lamp assembly. 5. Push in gently the bulb, turn counterclockwise and remove from the socket.
Page 291 3. Pull the socket out of the Front Wrn Signal Lamps lamp assembly. . (Composite Headlamps) 1. Remove the screws and take out the parkinghrn signal lamp assembly. 4. Push in gently on the bulb, turn it counterclockwise and remove it from the socket. 5.
Page 292 2. Turn the bulb socket Fender Marker Lamps counterclockwise (Dual Rear Wheel Pickup Models) and remove it from the lens assembly. 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. 4. Put the socket and push in until a new bulb into is tight.
Page 293 3. Pull the bulb straight out Sidemarker Lamps of the socket. I . Remove the screws and pull out the parkingkurn signal lamp assembly. 4. Put a new bulb into the socket and push it in until is tight. 2. Reach through the opening and turn the sidemarker Put the socket back into the sidemarker assembly bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it.
Page 294 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) 3. Put a new bulb into the socket and push it in until it is tight. 4. Replace the lens and tighten the screws. 2. Pull the old bulb straight out of the socket.
Page 295 Roof Marker Lamps Taillamps (Pickup Models) I . Remove the screws and lift off the lens. I . Open the tailgate. 2. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. 2. Remove the two rear lamp assembly 3. Put a new bulb into the socket and push i n until screws near the tailgate it is tight.
Page 296 Taillamps (Chassis Cab Models) 4. Pull the old bulb straight out of the socket.. 1. Using your hands, peel the rubber seal away from the lens. 2. Lift the lens off the lamp assembly. Put in a new bulb and push it in until it is tight. Replace the bulb retainer.
Page 297 4. Push i n gently o n indshield Wiper Blade l.Lpldcement the bulb, turn it For proper type and length, see "Normal Maintenance counterclockwise Replacement Parts" in the Index. To replace the and remove it from windshield wiper blade assembly: the socket 5 .
Page 298 Tires We don’t make tires. Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. Poorly maintained and improperly used tires If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your GM Warranty bookJet are dangerous.
Page 299 Inflation Tire Pressure NOTICE: (Continued) The Certification/Tire label. which is on the rear edge of the driver's door, or on the incomplete vehicle document Too much flexing in the cab, shows the correct inflation pressures for your Too much heat tires when they're cold.
Page 300 How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they’re underinflated. Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems.
Page 301 If your vehicle has dual rear wheels and the load range or tread design for your front tires is different from your rear tires, always use the correct rotation pattern shown here when rotating r T l your tires. If your vehicle has dual rear wheels and the load range and tread design for your front tires is the same as your The dual tires are rotated as a pair, and the inside rear rear tires.
Page 302 When It’s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which indicators, which will it is fastened, can make- wheel nuts become loose appear when your tires have .after a time.
Page 303 Dual Tire Operation Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at When the vehicle is new, or whenever a wheel, wheel or wheel nut is replaced, check the wheel nut torque the Certificntion/Tire label. bolt after 100, 1,000...
Page 304 While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these CAUTION: grades, they must also conform to Federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while Performance Criteria (TPC) standards.
Page 305 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance A, B, Tempera The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under and best overall performance, controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory...
Page 306 Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying NOTICE: capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. The wrong wheel can also cause problems with If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper...
Page 307 Tire Chains Used Replacement Wheels NOTICE: If your vehicle has dual wheels or P265/75R16 Putting a used wheel .on your vehicle is dangerous. size tires, don’t use tire chains. They can damage You can’t know how it’s been used or how many your vehicle.
Page 308 Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. Appear nce CT-e In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some Alcohol flame if you are toxic. Others can burst into strike match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle.
Page 309 Using Foam-Type Cleaner Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric Vacuum and brush the area First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all. remove any loose dirt. Some spots and stains will clean off better with just water and mild soap. 2.
Page 310 3. If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat Special Cleaning Problems the area with a waterhaking soda solution: Greasy or Oily Stains I teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup (250 ml) of lukewarm water. Stains caused by grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe polish, coffee with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic 4.
Page 311 Cleaning Leather Care of Safety Belts Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or Keep belts clean and dry. saddle soap. For stubborn stains, use a GM VinyVLeather Cleaner or equivalent product. Never use oils, varnishes, solvent-based or abrasive Do not bleach or dye safety belts.
Page 312 Cleaning the Outside of the Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle Windshield and Wiper Blades The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. If the windshield is not clear after using windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax Washing Your Vehicle or other material may be on the blade or windshield.
Page 313 Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other Finish Care salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted finish.
Page 314 Aluminum or Chrome Wheels NOTICE: ( I f So Equipped) Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with When applying a tire dressing always take care mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel.
Page 315 Underbody Maintenance Chemical Paint Spotting Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a on the underbody, If these are control can collect chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can f d l upon and not removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur attack painted surfxes on your vehicle.
Page 316 Appearance Care Materials Chart PART NUMBER SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE ’ sq. ft. Shines vehicle without scratching 1050004 2.75 Chamois Also removes old waxes and polishes oz. (0.473 L) Tar and Road Oil Remover 1050 Removes rust and corrosion 10501 73 (0.473 L) Chrome Cleaner and Polish 1050174...
Page 317 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Service Parts Identification Label You’ll find this label on the inside of the glove box. It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label is: your VIN, the model designation, E N G l N E A 9 9 6 ASSEMBLY CODE MODEL YEAR...
Page 318 Electrical System Headlamps The headlamp wiring is protected by an internal circuit .-On Electrical Equipment breaker. An electrical overload will cause the lamps go on and off, or in some cases remain off. I f this happens, have your headlamp wiring checked right away NOTICE: Windshield Wipers Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless...
Page 319 s and Circuit Breakers Instrument Panel Fuse Block The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from The fuse block access door short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers is on the driver’s side edge and fusible thermal links. This greatly reduces the of the instrument panel.
Page 320 Fuse Usage Instrument Cluster, DRL Relay, Lamp Entry, Switch, Keyless Low Coolant Module, Illuminated Entry Module, DRAC (Diesel Engine) Not Used Cruise Control Auxiliary Power Outlet 0 2 0 Air Bag System License Lamp, Parking Lamps, Taillamps, Roof Marker Lamps, Tailgate Lamps, Front Sidemarkers, Fog Lamp Relay, Door Switch Illumination, Fender Lamps, Headlamp Switch Illumination...
Page 321 Underhood Fusemelay Center Fuse Usage DRL Relay, Fog Lamp Relay Front and Rear Turn Signals, Back-up Lamps, BTSI Solenoid Radio (Ignition) 4WALNCM, ABS, Cruise Control Radio (Battery) PRNDL, Automatic Transmission, Speedometer, Check Gages Warning Light Not Used Not Used Not Used The underhood fusehelay center is located in the rear of Front Axle, 4WD Indicator Lamp, TP2 Relay the engine compartment near the brake fluid reservoir.
Page 322 Fuse Usage GLOW Glow plugs (Diesel Engine) PLUG HORN Horn, Underhood Lamps AUX FAN Auxiliary Fan ECM- 1 Injectors, PCM/VCM Air Conditioning Ignition Switch, EGR, Canister Purge, ENG- 1 EVRV Idle Coast Solenoid, Heated 0 2 , Fuel Heater (Diesel Engine), Water Sensor (Diesel Engine) LIGHTING Headlamp and Panel Dimmer Switch,...
Page 323 Replacement Bulbs Number Quantity Exterior Lamps H6054 Sealed Beam Headlamps 6052 Composite Beam Headlamps Front Marker Lamp 2357NA Front Parking and Turn Lamp 3057 Rear Parking Lamp 3057 Rear Stop and Turn Lamp 3156 Back-up Lamp Fender Marker Lamp Roof Marker Lamp License Plate Lamp 92 I Center High-Mounted Stoplamp...
Page 324 Interior Lamps Quantity Number 21 1-2 Dome Lamps Reading ‘Lamps Door Courtesy Lamps Four-Wheel-Drive Indicator Four-Wheel-Drive Shift Lever Instrument Panel Compartment Lamp Ashtray Lamp Sunshade Vanity Mirror Capacities and Specifications RPO Code VIN Code Spark Plug Gap Engine Type “VORTEC” 4300 0.060 inches 1.52 mm) 0.060 inches (1.52 mrn)
Page 325 Wheels and Tires Model Torque ......C 1500, K 1500, C/K 2500, C/K 3500 (Single Rear Wheels) 140 Ib-ft (190 N-m) .
Page 326 Fuel Tank Capacity (Approximate) Quantity Type ....Short Bed . 2 6 gallons (98 L) ....Long Bed . 3 4 gallons (128 L) .
Page 327 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your LEVEL AND CHANGE AS vehicle i n good working condition. but also helps the RECOMMENDED environment.
Page 328 How This Section is Organized If you are skilled enough to do some work on your vehicle, you will probably want to get the service The remainder this section is divided into five parts: information GM publishes. See “Service and Owner Publications”...
Page 329 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance these. All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before or anyone else drives the vehicle. Services These schedules are for vehicles that: Using Your Maintenance Schedule carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits. You will find these limits on your vehicle’s help you keep your We at General Motors want CertificatiodTire label.
Page 330 Maintenance Schedule At 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) Then Every Short Trip/City Definition Gasoline Engines 12,000 Miles (20 000 km): 'Tire Rotation. Every 15,000 Miles 000 km): Shields and Follow the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule if any Underhood Insulation Inspection (GVWR above one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: 8,500 lbs.
Page 331 Maintenance Schedule Every 30,000 Miles 000 km): Fuel Filter Long Trip/Highway Definition Gasoline Engines Replacement. Front Wheel Bearing Repack (2WD only) (or at each brake relining, whichever Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the occurs first). conditions from the Short TripKity Maintenance Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Schedule is true.
Page 332 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles Drive axle service: :f: : 1 : 66 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles Locking Differential -- Drain fluid and refill at first (166 000 km) at the same intervals.
Page 333 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) 6,000 Miles 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service.
Page 334 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Cmatrol Service.
Page 335 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every your engine has a thermostatically 3 months, whichever occurs first). controlled cooling fan, inspect all hoses and ducts for proper hook-up (or every 12 An Emission Control Service.
Page 336 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) 21,000 Miles (35 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). Emission Cuntrul Service.
Page 337 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 27,000 Miles (45 000 km) 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). months, whichever occurs first). An Etnissiorz Control Emission Control Service.
Page 338 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) If your engine has a thermostatically Change engine oil and filter (or every controlled cooling fan, inspect all hoses months, whichever occurs first). and ducts for proper hook-up (or every An Emission Control Service.
Page 339 Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines FShort 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 340 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 42,000 Miles (70 000 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Emissiorz Control Service.
Page 341 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan, inspect all hoses 3 months, whichever occurs first). and ducts for proper hook-up (or every An Etnission Control Service.
Page 342 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) 50,000 Miles (83 000 k Change automatic transmission fluid Change engine oil and filter (or every and filter if the vehicle’s GVWR is over months, whichever occurs first). 8600 lbs. or if the vehicle is mainly driven An Emission Control Service.
Page 343 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Elnissiorz Cmtrol Serr?ice. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add Manual transmission fluid doesn't require change.
Page 344 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 345 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) If your engine has a thermostatically Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first). controlled cooling fan, inspect all hoses and ducts for proper hook-up (or every Emissiol~ Control Service.
Page 346 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) Change engine oil and filter (or every Conduct evaporative control system 3 months, whichever occurs first). inspection. Check all fuel and vapor lines An Emission Control Service.
Page 347 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). months, whichever occurs first). AI? Emission Control Service. Emission Control Service.
Page 348 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 349 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) If your engine has a thermostatically Change engine oil and filter (or every controlled cooling fan, inspect all hoses 3 months, whichever occurs first). and ducts for proper hook-up (or every AI? Emission C o ~ ~ t m l Set-vice.
Page 350 b h o r t TripKity Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 81,000 Miles (135 000 km) 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) Change engine oil tind filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Page 351 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 87,000 Miles (145 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). Servic-e.
Page 352 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued) Vehicles With GVWR Above 8,500 lbs. Change engine oil and filter (or every months, whichever occurs first). Only: Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness. Adjust A I I EmissiotI Control Service.
Page 353 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) 96?000 Miles (160 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Ernissiorz Control Service.
Page 354 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or In hilly or mountainous terrain. every 60 months since last service, whichever - When doing frequent trailer towing. occurs first). See "Engine. Coolant" in the Uses such as found in taxi, police or Index for what to use.
Page 355 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles Drive axle service: ‘k‘k ( 1 66 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles Locking Differential Drain fluid and refill at first (166 000 km) the same intervals.
Page 356 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever occurs first). Emission Control Service.
Page 357 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) If your engine has a thermostatically Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). controlled cooling fan, inspect all hoses and ducts for proper hook-up (or every An Emission Control Service.
Page 358 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedblt: Gasoline Enginee 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) If your engine has a thermostatically Change engine oil and filter (or every controlled cooling fan, inspect all hoses 12 months, whichever occurs first). and ducts for proper hook-up (or every An Emission Corztrol Service.
Page 359 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Et12ission Control Service.
Page 360 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 45,000 Miles 000 km) (Continued) If your engine has a thermostatically Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle's GVWR is over controlled cooling fan, inspect all hoses 8600 lbs.
Page 361 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Ewissioi1 Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid Manual transmission fluid doesn’t require change.
Page 362 Con Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any 12 months, whichever occurs first). damage. Replace parts as needed. An.
Page 363 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) Conduct Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). system inspection as described in the 3 ‘ service manual. E1uissim Control Service. An Emissiorz Control Service.
Page 364 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every If your engine has a thermostatically months, whichever occurs first). controlled cooling fan, inspect all hoses and ducts for proper hook-up (or every An Ernission Control Service.
Page 365 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 82,500 Miles (137 Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). months, whichever occurs first). AI? Emissiorz Control Service. An Emission Sesvice.
Page 366 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued) Vehicles With GVWR Above 8,500 lbs. Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Only: Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness.
Page 367 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 100,000 Miles (1 66 000 km) Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or In hilly or mountainous terrain. every 60 months since last service, When doing frequent trailer towing. whichever occurs first). See “Engine Uses such as found in taxi, police or Coolant”...
Page 368 Engine Coolant Level Check Part B: Owner Checks and Services Check the engine coolant level and add the proper Listed below are owner checks and services which coolant mix if necessary. See “Engine Coolant” in the should be performed at the intervals specified to help Index for further details.
Page 369 Automatic Transmission Check Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See Restraint System Check “Automatic Transmission” in the Index. A fluid loss Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are if needed.
Page 370 Brake-Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) Starter Switch Check Check (Automatic Transmission) CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured.
Page 371 Steering Column Lock Check Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission PARK Mechanism Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, to turn the key to LOCK in each shift lever position. With an automatic transmission, the key should turn CAUTION: LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P).
Page 372 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Exhaust System Inspection Inspections Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, Listed below are inspections and services which should missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams, be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each holes, loose connections or other conditions which could spring and fall).
Page 373 Drive Axle Service Brake System Inspection Check readfront axle fluid level and add its needed. Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors Transfer Case (Four-wheel Drive) for surface condition.
Page 374 Part D: Rea m e n d e d Fluids and USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT Lubricants GM Part No. 3634621 or Coolant NOTE: Fluids and ubricants identified below by name, Supplement equivalent with a complete flush part number or spe ification may be obtained from your Sealer and refill.
Page 375 USAGE FLUID/LUIBRICANT USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Manual GM Goodwrench Synthetic Chassis Chassis lubricant Part No. 1052497 or equivalent) or Transmission Manual Transmission Gear Oil Lubrication (5-Speed with (GM Part No. 12346 190 - 1 qt.), lubricant meeting requirements of Castrol Syntorq@ LT or equivalent Low Gear, RPO NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or MW3)
Page 376 FLUIDLUBRICANT USAGE USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT Body Door Multi-pu ose lubricant, GM Optikleen@ Washer Solvent Windshield Hinge Pins, Superlube (GM Part (GM Part No. 105 15 15) or Washer Solvent No. 1234624 1 or equivalent). Tailgate Hinge equivalent. and Linkage, Propeller Shaft Chassis lubricant (GM Part Folding Seat, No.
Page 377 Part E: Maintenance Record Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on After the scheduled services are performed, record the the following record pages. Also, you should retain all date, odometer reading and who performed the service maintenance receipts.
Page 378 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-52...
Page 379 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...
Page 380 Maintenance Record ODOMETER READING DATE SERVICED MAINTENANCE PERFORMED...
Page 381 Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact GMC Truck if Customer Satisfaction Procedure you need assistance. This section also tells you how obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. This section includes information on:...
Page 382 In Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) or technicians, special tools and up-to-date information to 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) promptly address any issue which may arise. GMC Truck has empowered its dealers to make decisions and In the U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 repair vehicles, and they are eager to resolve your the Dominican Republic: 1-800-75 1-4135 concern to your complete satisfaction.
Page 383 (TTYs), GMC Truck has TTY equipment available We encourage you to call us so we can give your inquiry at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user prompt attention. However, if .you wish to write GMC can communicate with GMC Truck by dialing: Truck, write to: 1-800-GMC-8583.
Page 384 Rouring: Availability of customized trip routings through GMC Truck Roadside Assistance. This deluxe computerized trip routing service will provide highlighted map routing, scenic or fastest route, a listing of GMC Truck dealers along the way, and a variety of other travel related services.
Page 385 Your Roadside Assistance representative will ask for the to retail and retail lease customers operating following information when your call is received: 1996 GMC light duty trucks for a period of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 3 years/36,000 miles (60 000 km). All services must Name and home address be pre-arranged by GMC Truck Roadside Assistance.
Page 386 21 years age. If you are under 2 1 and have difficulty renting a vehicle, GMC This program is offered in conjunction with the Truck will reimburse up to $30/day for documented 3 year/36,000 mile (60 000 km) Bumper to Bumper transportation you receive.
Page 387 BBB AUTO LINE Both GMC Truck and your GMC Truck dealer are Council of Better Business Bureaus committed to making sure you are completely satisfied 4200 Wilson Boulevard with your new vehicle.
Page 388 Washington, D.C. 20590 or in the courts. For further information, contact the You can also obtain other information about motor BBB at 1-800-955-5 100 or the GMC Truck Customer vehicle safety from the Hotline. Assistance Center at 1 -800-GMC-TRUCK (1-800-442-8782).
Page 389 TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at I-800-GMC-TRUCK Service manuals, service bulletins, owner’s manuals and 1-800-462-8782) or write: other service literature are available for purchase for all GMC Truck Consumer Relations current and many past model General Motors vehicles.
Page 390 Service Manuals number of vehicles. Some will describe inexpensive service; others will describe expensive service. Some Service manuals contain diagnostic and repair will advise of new or unexpected conditions, and others information for all chassis and body systems. They may may help avoid future costly repairs.
Page 391 Section 9 Index ............Accessory Power Outlet 2-53 Appearance Care...
Page 392 ......Brake Chains. Safety ..4-55 ........Adjustment 6-36 ........Chains Tire 6-57 ........Fluid 6-33 ......Master Cylinder 6-33 ........Parking 2-25 ......... PedalTravel 6-36 ......Replacing System Parts 6-36 ......System Warning Light 2-61 .
Page 393 ..............Dome Lamps 2-42 Clock.
Page 394 ..............Engine 6.8. 6.10 Finish Damage 6-64 .
Page 395 ..........Ignition Positions Gear Positions.
Page 396 ....L a b e l s Key Lock Cylinders Service 7-43 ........
Page 397 .............. Mirrors 2-43 Brake Mechanism Check...
Page 398 ......1-52 Safety Belt Extender ................Axle 6-24 Belts Safety ............
Page 399 ............... Seatback.
Page 400 ............Torque. Wheel Nut 5.28. 6.75 Tape Player Care 3-24 ....... . .
Page 401 ......6-65 Underbody Maintenance Wheel ............Underhood Fuse/Relay Center Alignment 6-55...
Page 402 NOTES...
Page 404 THl STKLhuLHOF EXPERIENCE €39...

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