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Page 3 We support voluntary technician certification. GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, GMC, the GMC Truck Emblem and the name SIERRA are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes after For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a that time without further notice.
Page 4: How To Use This Manual
How to Use this Manual CAUTION: Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and These mean there is something that could hurt controls for your vehicle.
Page 5: Vehicle Symbols
Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols Also, in this book you will find these notices: Your vehicle may be equipped with components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols, used on your vehicle, are shown along with the text NOTICE: describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gage or indicator.
Page 6 These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle:...
Page 7: Model Reference
Model Reference This manual covers these models: Regular Cab Pickup Crew Cab Extended Cab Pickup Chassis Cab...
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. Seats and Seat Controls Rear Seat Passengers Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone...
Page 9: Seats And Seat Controls
Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats how to adjust them, and fold them up and down. It also tells you about reclining front seatbacks and head restraints. Manual Front Seat CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving.
Page 10 Manual Lumbar Control (If Equipped) Power Seat(s) (If Equipped) If your vehicle has a lumbar adjustment, the knob is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. To increase or decrease support, turn the knob toward the front or rear of the vehicle. Operating effort can If your vehicle has a power seat, you can adjust it with be reduced if you lean forward slightly while turning these controls located on the outboard sides of the seats.
Page 11 Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the Power Lumbar Control (If Equipped) whole horizontal control forward or rearward. If your vehicle has this Raise or lower the rear of the seat cushion by raising feature, the four or lowering the rear edge of the horizontal control. control is located on the Moving the whole horizontal control up or down outboard side of the seat.
Page 12 Memory Seat (If Equipped) Heated Front Seats (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this If your vehicle has this feature, the buttons used to feature, the button used to program and recall the control the driver’s heated driver’s seat and recliner seat is located on the position are located on the driver’s door panel.
Page 13: Reclining Seatbacks
Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the front seatback, lift the manual lever located But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle on the outboard side of the seat. Release the lever to is moving. lock the seatback where you want it. Lift the lever again without pushing on the seatback and the seatback will go to an upright position.
Page 14: Head Restraints
Head Restraints 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. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries.
Page 15: Seatback Latches
On some models, the head restraints tilt forward and The seatbacks fold forward to let you access the rear of rearward also. the cab. The rear seat head restraints in your vehicle may be To fold a front seatback forward, lift the lever at the base adjustable.
Page 16 Rear Seat (Extended Cab) The extended cab’s rear seat can also be folded open for more seating space. To use the seat do the following: Folding the Rear Seat 1. Push rearward on the seat cushion while pulling up The extended cab’s rear seat can be folded up to provide on the release strap under the seat cushion.
Page 17: Safety Belts: They're For Everyone
To fold the rear seat, do the following: 3. Pull forward on the seatback and up on the seat cushion to make sure the seat is securely in place. 1. Pull up on the strap loop Check to see that the buckles on the driver’s side at the rear of the seat seatback are accessible to the outboard and center cushion.
Page 18: Why Safety Belts Work
You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. CAUTION: A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn’t survive. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, But most crashes are in between.
Page 19 Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat Put someone on it. on wheels. 1-12...
Page 20 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider The person keeps going until stopped by something. doesn’t stop. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... 1-13...
Page 21 or the instrument panel ... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. 1-14...
Page 22: Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- And The Answers
Here Are Questions Many People Ask If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? About Safety Belts and the Answers You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident even one that isn’t your fault...
Page 23: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see the part of this manual called “Children.”...
Page 24 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
Page 25 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way.
Page 26 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones.
Page 27 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen, not at the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries.
Page 28 What’s wrong with this? CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren’t as strong as shoulder bones.
Page 29 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 30: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don’t wear safety belts. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way.
Page 31: Right Front Passenger Position
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the Here are the most important things to know about the air mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more bag system: likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making CAUTION: safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
Page 32 CAUTION: CAUTION: Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured air bag, as you would be if you were leaning or killed.
Page 33 There is an air bag readiness How the Air Bag System Works light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem.
Page 34 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air...
Page 35 When should an air bag inflate? What makes an air bag inflate? An air bag is designed to inflate in a moderate to severe In an impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensing frontal or near frontal crash. The air bag will inflate system detects that the vehicle is in a crash.
Page 36 What will you see after an air bag inflates? In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. After an air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the that some people may not even realize the air bag right front passenger air bag.
Page 37 Let only qualified technicians work on your air Air Bag Off Switch (Regular Cab and bag system. Improper service can mean that your Extended Cab Models) air bag system won’t work properly. See your dealer If your vehicle is a regular cab model or an extended cab for service.
Page 38 This switch should only be turned to AIR BAG OFF if Child age 1 to 12. A child age 1 to 12 must ride in the the person in the right front passenger’s position is a front seat because: member of a passenger risk group identified by the my vehicle has no rear seat;...
Page 39 Medical Condition. A passenger has a medical condition which, according to his or her physician: causes the passenger air bag to pose a special risk for the passenger; and makes the potential harm from the passenger air bag in a crash greater than the potential harm from turning off the air bag and allowing the passenger, even if belted, to hit the dashboard or windshield in a crash.
Page 40 CAUTION: If the air bag readiness light ever comes on when you have turned off the air bag, it means that something may be wrong with the air bag system. The right front passenger’s air bag could inflate even though the switch is off. If your vehicle is a regular cab pickup and this ever happens, don’t let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member...
Page 41 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag system in several places If I add a push bumper or a bicycle rack to the around your vehicle.
Page 42: Lap Belt
What if I add a snow plow? Will it keep the air Lap Belt bags from working properly? If your vehicle has front and rear bench seats, someone can sit in the center positions. We’ve designed our air bag systems to work properly under a wide range of conditions, including snow plowing with vehicles equipped with the optional Snow Plow Prep...
Page 43: Rear Seat Passengers
Rear Seat Passengers It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash.
Page 44 Shoulder Belt (Extended Cab and Crew Cab) 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock.
Page 45 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 46 The safety belt locks if there’s a sudden stop or a crash. The safety belt also locks if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor. CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury.
Page 47: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For Children
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults If your vehicle has a rear seat, your vehicle has shoulder belt comfort guides. This feature will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head.
Page 48 2. Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. of the belt into the slots of the guide. The guide must be on top of the belt. 1-41...
Page 49: Children
Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
Page 50 CAUTION: (Continued) For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240 lb. (110 kg) force on a person’s arms. A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint. CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle.
Page 51 What are the different types of add child restraints? CAUTION: on child restraints, which are purchased by the Children who are up against, or very close to, any vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured Selection of a particular restraint should take into or killed.
Page 52 CAUTION: CAUTION: Newborn infants need complete support, The body structure of a young child is quite including support for the head and neck. This is unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom necessary because a newborn infant’s neck is the safety belts are designed.
Page 53: Restraint Systems For Children
Restraint Systems for Children A rear facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint.
Page 54 A forward facing child seat (C E) provides restraint for A booster seat (F G) is a child restraint designed to the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields.
Page 55 How do child restraints work? shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the A child restraint system is any device designed for child’s body. A shelf or armrest type shield has use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position straps that are attached to a wide, shelf like shield...
Page 56: Where To Put The Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint Where to Put the Restraint (Regular Cab Pickup) (Extended Cab Pickup) The child restraint must be secured properly in the right Accident statistics show that children are safer if they front passenger seat. If you want to secure a rear facing are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat.
Page 57 Where to Put the Restraint CAUTION: (Crew Cab Pickup) Accident statistics show that children are safer if they A child in a rear facing child restraint can be are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. General Motors, therefore, recommends that child seriously injured or killed if the right front restraints be secured in the rear seat, including an infant passenger’s air bag inflates.
Page 58: Top Strap
Top Strap CAUTION: Some child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.” It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored to A child riding in a rear facing child restraint can the vehicle.
Page 59 Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points. Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. Raise the head restraint and route the top strap under it.
Page 60 Right Front Passenger Position Top Strap Anchor (All Models) If your vehicle is a regular cab model, there is also a top strap anchor for the right front passenger position located on the back panel of your vehicle, behind the You’ll find the top strap anchor for the right front right front passenger seat.
Page 61 Rear Seat Top Strap Anchors (Extended Cab Models) When using a child restraint with a top strap in either rear outboard position, raise the head restraint and route If your vehicle is an extended cab model, you’ll find the the top strap through the fabric loop on the seatback. top strap anchors for the rear seating positions near the Then, attach the top strap to the anchor point at the top of the seatback.
Page 62 Rear Seat Top Strap Anchors (Crew Cab Models) When using a child restraint with a top strap in the center rear position, route the top strap through the If your vehicle is a Crew Cab model, you’ll find top fabric loop on the seatback. Then, raise the head strap anchors for the rear seating positions located on restraint and attach the top strap to the anchor point the back panel of your vehicle, behind the rear seat.
Page 63 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) (If Equipped) Your vehicle may have the LATCH system. If it does, you’ll find anchors (A) in the seat, where the seatback meets the seat cushion. For front passenger seat positions, there is an anchor behind and to the bottom of the seat to secure the top strap.
Page 64 In order to use the system, you need either a forward facing child restraint that has attaching points (B) at its base and a top tether anchor (C), or a rear facing child restraint that has attaching points (B), as shown here. With this system, use the LATCH system instead of the vehicle’s safety belts to secure a child restraint.
Page 65 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System CAUTION: 1. Find the anchors for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back If a LATCH type child restraint isn’t attached to of the seat cushion.
Page 66 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear You’ll be using the lap shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure Outside Seat Position (Extended Cab to follow the instructions that came with the child and Crew Cab) restraint.
Page 67 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-60...
Page 68 5. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
Page 69 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position Rear Seat Position (Extended Cab and Crew Cab) Don’t use child restraints in this position. The restraints won’t work properly. If you have an extended cab or a Crew Cab pickup, you can secure a child restraint in the center rear seat position.
Page 70 There is limited space in the rear seating area of an extended cab model. If you want to secure a child restraint in a rear seating position of an extended cab model, especially in the rear center position, be sure to study the instructions that came with your child restraint to see if there is enough room to secure your seat properly.
Page 71 3. Run the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5.
Page 72: Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Regular Cab and Extended Cab Models: Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. There’s a switch on Front Seat Position the instrument panel that you can use to turn off the If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH right front passenger’s air bag when you want to secure system, see “Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for...
Page 73 CAUTION: CAUTION: A child in a rear facing child restraint can be If the air bag readiness light ever comes on when you have turned off the air bag, it means that seriously injured or killed if the right front something may be wrong with the air bag system.
Page 74 You’ll be using the lap shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say.
Page 75 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of 6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back the retractor to set the lock. into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you...
Page 76 To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt CAUTION: will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. If the right front passenger’s air bag is turned off If you were using a rear facing child restraint in a for a person who isn’t in a risk group identified...
Page 77: Older Children
Older Children What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs.
Page 78 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. What if a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is...
Page 79 CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen.
Page 80: Safety Belt Extender
Safety Belt Extender Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts or LATCH system parts? But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender.
Page 81 NOTES 1-74...
Page 82 Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem.
Page 83: Manual Windows
Windows CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
Page 84 Power Windows (If Equipped) The driver’s door has a switch for the passenger window as well. Your power windows will work when the ignition has been turned to ACCESSORY or RUN or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See “Retained Accessory Power”...
Page 85 Lock Out Switch Swing-Out Windows (Extended Cab) If you have power windows on a Crew Cab , the To open a rear swing driver’s door power window switch has a lockout window, flip the latch open feature. This feature prevents all windows from and swing the glass out.
Page 86 Keys CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
Page 87 Your vehicle has one If you ever lose your keys, your dealer will be able to double sided key for the assist you with obtaining replacements. ignition and all door locks. NOTICE: Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent theft.
Page 88: Door Locks
Door Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. You can use the keyless entry system (if equipped). You can also use your key. CAUTION: To lock the door from the inside, slide the Unlocked doors can be dangerous. lever rearward.
Page 89 Power Door Locks (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this power door lock switch, If your vehicle has this press the bottom of the power door lock switch, switch on either front door press the raised side of the to lock all the doors at once. switch, marked L, on either front door to lock all the doors at once.
Page 90: Programmable Automatic Door Locks
Programmable Automatic Door Locks To enter the program mode you need to do the following: (If Equipped) 1. Beginning with the ignition in OFF. Pull back on the If your vehicle has power door locks, it is equipped with turn signal/multifunction lever all the way toward a feature that enables you to program the door locks.
Page 91 The following is a list of the available Lockout Prevention programming options: To protect you from locking your key in the vehicle, this All doors lock/Only the driver’s door unlocks: feature stops the power door locks from locking when Press the lock side of the power door lock switch on the key is in the ignition and a door is open.
Page 92 Child Security Locks (Crew Cabs) (If Equipped) With this feature, you can lock the rear side doors so that they cannot be opened from the inside by passengers. Your vehicle may have one of the two child security lock labels shown. This feature is located on the inside edge of the rear doors.
Page 93 Keyless Entry System (If Equipped) Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to If your vehicle has this feature, you can lock and unlock use this equipment. your doors from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 100 feet (30 m) At times you may notice a decrease in range.
Page 94: Matching Transmitter(S) To Your Vehicle
Operation Remote Panic Alarm When the panic button with the horn symbol on the UNLOCK: Pressing this button once will unlock the keyless entry transmitter is pressed, the horn will sound driver’s door. The parking lamps will flash and the and the headlamps and taillamps will flash for up to interior lights will come on.
Page 95: Battery Replacement
Battery Replacement To replace the battery in the keyless entry transmitter, do the following: Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location.
Page 96: Rear Doors
Resynchronization Rear Doors Resynchronization may be necessary due to the security Your vehicle may be equipped with a rear access method used by this system. The transmitter does not door(s) that allows easier access to the rear area of the send the same signal twice to the receiver.
Page 97 To open a rear access door Tailgate from the inside, the front You can open the tailgate by lifting up on its handle door must be opened first. while pulling the tailgate toward you. Then, use the handle located on the inside of the rear To shut the tailgate, firmly push it upward until access door to open it.
Page 98: Tailgate Removal
Tailgate Removal 2. With the tailgate at a slight upward angle, The tailgate on your vehicle can be removed to allow for pull back on the tailgate different loading situations. Although the tailgate can be at the right edge and removed without assistance, you may want someone to then move the tailgate to assist you with the removal to avoid possible damage to...
Page 99 Key in the Ignition Parking at Night If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your easy target for joy riders or professional thieves vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. don’t do it.
Page 100 Content Theft Deterrent If a door is opened without the key or the remote keyless entry transmitter, the alarm will go off. Your vehicle’s (If Equipped) headlamps will flash and the horn will sound for about two minutes, then will turn off to save the battery power. Your vehicle may be equipped with a Content Theft Deterrent alarm system.
Page 101: Testing The Alarm
Testing the Alarm Passlock The alarm can be tested by following these steps: Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock theft deterrent system. 1. From inside the vehicle, lower the driver’s window and open the driver’s door. Passlock is a passive theft deterrent system.
Page 102: Ignition Positions
New Vehicle “Break In” Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch, you can turn it to five different positions. NOTICE: Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for the first 500 miles (805 km).
Page 103 B (LOCK): This position locks your ignition and NOTICE: transmission. It’s a theft deterrent feature. You will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK. If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correct key;...
Page 104 Key Release Button (Manual Transmission) Retained Accessory Power (RAP) (If Equipped) The ignition key cannot be Your vehicle may be equipped with a Retained removed from the ignition Accessory Power (RAP) feature which will allow of manual transmission certain features on your vehicle to continue to work up vehicles unless the key to 20 minutes after the ignition key is turned to OFF.
Page 105: Starting Your Engine
Starting Your Engine Starting Your V8 Engine 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the Automatic Transmission ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your that’s a Your engine won’t start in any other position engine gets warm.
Page 106 When starting your engine in very cold weather (below Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) 0 _ F or 18 _ C), do this: In very cold weather, 0 _ F 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the 18 _ C) or colder, the ignition key to START and hold it there up to engine coolant heater can...
Page 107: To Use The Engine Coolant Heater
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away 1. Turn off the engine. from moving engine parts. If you don’t, it could be damaged.
Page 108 Automatic Transmission Operation If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, it features an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument panel cluster. This display must be powered anytime the shift lever is capable of being moved out of PARK (P). This means that if your key is in OFF, rather than LOCK, there will be a small current drain on your battery which could discharge your battery over a period of time.
Page 109 PARK (P): This position locks your rear wheels. It’s the CAUTION: (Continued) best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily. If your vehicle is equipped If you have four wheel drive, your vehicle will with the Allison Transmission, use park for stationary be free to roll...
Page 110 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. If your NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn’t vehicle is equipped with the Allison Transmission, the connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already R may blink on the PRNDL if the shift inhibitor moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.
Page 111 DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If you If your vehicle is equipped with the Allison need more power for passing, and you’re: Transmission, it will initially attain first range when DRIVE (D) is selected. As vehicle speed increases, the Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h), push your transmission will upshift automatically through each accelerator pedal about halfway down.
Page 112: Automatic Transmission
FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power Tow/Haul Mode Selector Button (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can (Automatic Transmission) use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the selector lever is put in FIRST (1) while the vehicle is moving forward, the transmission won’t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough.
Page 113: Manual Transmission Operation
Manual Transmission Operation FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (1). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as Five-Speed (VORTEC 6000 V8 Engine) you press the accelerator pedal. Shift into FIRST (1) only when the vehicle is below 5 mph (8 km/h). If you Here’s how to operate try to shift down into FIRST (1) at excessive vehicle your transmission.
Page 114 FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5): Shift into the higher Five-Speed (VORTEC 4300 V6 and forward gears the same way you do for THIRD (3). 4800 V8 Engines) Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the Here’s how to operate your transmission: accelerator pedal.
Page 115 NEUTRAL: Use this position when you start or idle Six-Speed (VORTEC 8100 V8 and your engine. DURAMAX 6600 V8 Engines) REVERSE (R): To back up, first press down the clutch Here’s how to operate pedal. Wait for the vehicle to stop moving and then, shift your transmission.
Page 116 During the first 500 miles (805 km) of vehicle use, start THIRD (3): Press the clutch pedal and upshift into the vehicle moving in FIRST (1) gear. This allows the THIRD (3). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as clutch components to wear in properly.
Page 117: Shift Speeds
Shift Speeds If your engine speed drops below 600 rpm, or if the engine is not running smoothly, you should downshift to the next lower gear. When operating on slippery surfaces, downshift at lower than normal vehicle speeds CAUTION: to prevent the tires from slipping. In bench seat equipped vehicles, move the tallest If you skip a gear when you downshift, you could beverage containers to the right cupholder to provide...
Page 118: Parking Brake
Shift Light Parking Brake To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal If you have a manual down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake transmission, you may have pedal with your left foot. a SHIFT light. This light will show you when to shift If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will to the next higher gear for...
Page 119: Automatic Transmission Only
To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake Shifting Into PARK (P) pedal down. Pull the bottom edge of the lever, located (Automatic Transmission Only) above the parking brake pedal, marked BRAKE RELEASE, to release the parking brake. If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released, CAUTION: the brake system warning light will go off.
Page 120 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) position like this: Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. Be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear in NEUTRAL (N). Pull the shift lever toward you. 4.
Page 121 Leaving Your 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 Only) parking brake is firmly set before you leave it. After you move the shift lever into PARK (P), hold the regular brake pedal down.
Page 122: Parking Your Vehicle
Shifting Out of PARK (P) Parking Your Vehicle (Automatic Transmission Only) (Manual Transmission Models Only) If your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system, you have to fully apply your regular CAUTION: brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN.
Page 123: Parking Over Things That Burn
Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: Your exhaust system sounds strange or different.
Page 124 Running Your Engine While You’re CAUTION: Parked (Automatic Transmission) It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if ever have to, here are some things to know. the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set.
Page 125 Manual Selectable Ride (If Equipped) For optimum ride comfort when trailering, fully loaded, driving off road, or when personal The main function of this system is to provide superior preferences demand more control the button should ride comfort while trailering or fully loaded, as well as be pressed in with the indicator light illuminated.
Page 126: Front Axle Locking Feature
Locking Rear Axle (If Equipped) NOTICE: If your vehicle has this feature, your locking rear axle can give you additional traction on snow, mud, ice, sand Driving in the 4 WHEEL HIGH (4HI) or or gravel. It works like a standard axle most of the time, WHEEL LOW (4LO) positions for a long time but when one of the rear wheels has no traction and the on dry or wet pavement could shorten the life of...
Page 127 Manual Transfer Case (If Equipped) The 4WD indicator will light up when you shift into four wheel drive and the front axle engages. Some delay between shifting and the indicator’s lighting is normal. The transfer case shift lever is on the floor to the right of the driver.
Page 128 An indicator on the bezel near the lever shows you the NEUTRAL (N): Shift to this setting only when your transfer case settings: vehicle needs to be towed. The ignition switch must be in RUN in order to shift the lever into NEUTRAL (N). Wheel High (2HI): This setting is used for driving in See “Recreational Vehicle Towing”...
Page 129 To shift into or out of 4 Wheel Low (4LO) Automatic Transfer Case (If Equipped) or NEUTRAL (N): The transfer case buttons 1. Slow the vehicle to a roll, about 1 to 3 mph are located to the left of the (2 to 5 km/h) and shift an automatic transmission instrument panel cluster.
Page 130 4HI: Use 4HI when you need extra traction, such as on snowy or icy roads or in most off road situations. This setting also engages your front axle to help drive your vehicle. This is the best setting to use when plowing snow.
Page 131 NEUTRAL: Shift the vehicle’s transfer case to Shifting into 2HI NEUTRAL only when towing your vehicle. See Press and release the 2HI switch. This can be done at “Recreational Vehicle Towing” or “Towing Your any speed (except when shifting from 4LO). Vehicle”...
Page 132 Shifting Out of 4LO Shifting into NEUTRAL To shift from 4LO to 4HI, AUTO 4WD or 2HI your To shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL do vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph the following: (4.8 km/h) with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N) and 1.
Page 133 Shifting Out of NEUTRAL Electronic Transfer Case (If Equipped) To shift out of NEUTRAL: If your four wheel drive vehicle has the electronic transfer case, the transfer case switches are located to 1. Set the parking brake and apply the regular the left of the instrument panel cluster.
Page 134 4HI: This setting engages your front axle to help drive your vehicle. Use 4HI when you need extra CAUTION: traction, such as on snowy or icy roads, or in most road situations. Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can 4LO: This setting also engages your front axle to give cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission you extra traction.
Page 135 Shifting from 2HI to 4HI If the 4LO switch is pressed when your vehicle is in gear and/or moving, the 4LO indicator light will flash Press and release the 4HI switch. This can be done at for 30 seconds and not complete the shift unless your any speed, and the front axle will lock automatically vehicle is moving slower than 3 mph (4.8 km/h) and the with some delay.
Page 136 Shifting into NEUTRAL Shifting Out of NEUTRAL To shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL, first make sure To shift out of NEUTRAL: the vehicle is parked so that it will not roll: 1. Set the parking brake and apply the regular 1.
Page 137 QUADRASTEER (4WS) (If Equipped) The QUADRASTEER System has a control and diagnostic module that monitors and records current system status and operational information. If your vehicle is equipped with the 4 Wheel Steer system it has the ability to steer the vehicle with all four wheels.
Page 138 4WS: In this mode all four wheels will help steer the vehicle. If you want to use 4WS, and your vehicle is not in this mode, press the 4 Wheel Steer button, until the 4WS indicator, located to the right of the 4 Wheel Steer button, lights up.
Page 139 Car Washes for QUADRASTEER Equipped Vehicles NOTICE: Because your vehicle has a wider rear track some car washes may be too narrow for your vehicle. Conveyor systems on some automatic car washes may damage your vehicle. Only use conveyor system car washes with 13 inch (33 cm) wide conveyor rails and/or stationary washes with at least 82 inches (208 cm) between the rails.
Page 140: Tilt Wheel
Tilt Wheel Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever A tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter your vehicle. The tilt steering wheel lever is located on the lower left side of the column.
Page 141: Turn And Lane Change Signals
Turn and Lane Change Signals To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until you The turn signal has two upward (for right) and complete your lane change. The lever will return by two downward (for left) positions.
Page 142: Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer
Turn Signal On Chime Flash-To-Pass Feature If your turn signal is left on for more than 3/4 of a mile This feature allows you to use your high beam (1.2 km), a chime will sound at each flash of the turn headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you signal.
Page 143: Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers For steady wiping at low speed, turn the band away from you to the LO position. For high speed wiping, turn the band further, to HI. To stop the wipers, move the band to the OFF position. Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them.
Page 144 Cruise Control (If Equipped) CAUTION: With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about Cruise control can be dangerous where you 25 mph (40 km/h) or more can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
Page 145 Setting Cruise Control CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control switch on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button United States Canada and go into cruise when you don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the The CRUISE light on the instrument panel will cruise control switch off until you want to use illuminate when the cruise control is engaged.
Page 146 Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed: Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed.
Page 147: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps The exterior lamp switch has three positions: (OFF): Turning the switch to this position turns off all lamps, except the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). It also puts the system into automatic headlamp mode. (Parking Lamps): Turning the control to this position turns on the parking lamps, together with the following: Sidemarker Lamps...
Page 148: Automatic Headlamp System
Automatic Headlamp System To idle your vehicle with the automatic headlamp system off, set the parking brake while the ignition is When it is dark enough outside, your automatic off. Then start your vehicle. The automatic headlamp headlamp system will turn on your headlamps at the system will stay off until you release the parking brake.
Page 149: Daytime Running Lamps
Daytime Running Lamps When the DRL are on, only your DRL lamps will be on. The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won’t be on. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for The instrument panel won’t be lit up either. others to see the front of your vehicle during the day.
Page 150 When necessary, you may turn off the Automatic Fog Lamps (If Equipped) Headlamp System and the Daytime Running Lamps If your vehicle has fog lamps, use them for better vision (DRL) feature by following these steps: in foggy or misty conditions. 1.
Page 151: Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp Switch
Press the button to turn the fog lamps on. Press the Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp Switch button again to turn them off. An indicator light will (If Equipped) glow in the button when the fog lamps are on. If your vehicle has this feature, this switch includes Remember, fog lamps alone will not give off as much wiring provisions for a dealer or a qualified service light as your headlamps.
Page 152: Interior Lamps
Cargo Lamp Interior Lamps The cargo lamp button is Instrument Panel Brightness Control located on the left side of This feature controls the brightness of the instrument the instrument panel. panel lights. The thumbwheel for this feature is located next to the headlamp control.
Page 153: Illuminated Entry
Illuminated Entry Dome Lamps Your vehicle is equipped with an illuminated The dome lamps will come on when you open a door. entry feature. You can also turn the dome lamps on by turning the When a door is opened, the dome lamps will come on if thumbwheel, located next to the exterior lamps control, the DOME OVERRIDE button is in the out position.
Page 154 Mirrors Electrochromic Inside Rearview Mirror with Compass and Temperature Display Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror (If Equipped) When on, an electrochromic mirror automatically dims to the proper level to minimize glare from lights behind you after dark. Pull the tab under the mirror toward you to reduce glare from headlamps behind you after dark.
Page 155 Temperature Display The temperature can be displayed by pressing the TEMP button. Pressing the TEMP button once briefly, will toggle the temperature reading on and off. To alternate the temperature reading between Fahrenheit and Celsius, press and hold the TEMP button for three seconds until the display blinks _ F and _ C.
Page 156 Electrochromic Mirror Operation Compass Calibration The time period you need to press and hold the TEMP The compass may need calibration if one of the button to turn the electrochromic feature on or off is following occurs: six seconds. The indicator light to the right of the TEMP After five seconds, the display does not show a button will still turn on or off to show you when the compass heading (N for North, for example), there...
Page 157 Compass Variance The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight. Under certain circumstances, as during a long distance cross country trip, it will be necessary to adjust for compass variance.
Page 158 Electrochromic Inside Rearview Mirror Temperature and Compass Display with Compass, Temperature Display and Press the on/off button, located to the far left, briefly to OnStar Controls (If Equipped) turn the comp/temp display on or off. If the display reads CAL, you will need to calibrate When on, an electrochromic mirror automatically dims the compass.
Page 159 Electrochromic Mirror Operation The electrochromic (self dimming) mirror function is turned on automatically each time the ignition is started. To operate the electrochromic mirror do the following: 1. Make sure the green indicator light, located to the left of the on/off button, is lit. If it’s not, press and hold the on/off button for six seconds until the green light comes on, indicating that the mirror is in electrochromic (self dimming) mode.
Page 160 Compass Calibration Cleaning the Mirror The compass may need calibration if one of the When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar following occurs: material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the After five seconds, the display does not show a liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing.
Page 161 Camper-Type Outside Mirrors West Coast-Type Outside Mirrors (If Equipped) (If Equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with the west coast type mirrors, they can be adjusted so you can have a clear view of objects behind you. A. Outer Mirror Frame B.
Page 162 Electric Outside Rearview Mirrors Convex Outside Mirror (If Equipped) Your passenger’s side mirror may be convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the The control for this feature driver’s seat. is located on the driver’s door armrest.
Page 163: Storage Compartments
Storage Compartments Installing a Garage Door Opener If you have the long overhead console, a garage door Your vehicle includes a number of storage opener can be installed in the front overhead compartment. compartments for storage of often used items. 1.
Page 164 The pegs inside the compartment door are used to 5. Now, with the make sure the button on the compartment door will compartment door contact the control button on the garage door opener. closed, press the button marked PUSH 4. Add one peg at a time again to make sure the until, with the garage door opener...
Page 165 Sunglasses Storage Compartment Armrest Storage Compartment (If Equipped) If you have the long overhead console, the center overhead compartment can be used to store your sunglasses. Your vehicle may have a center armrest storage compartment in the front bench seat. To open it, fold down the armrest and press the latch handle located at the front of the armrest.
Page 166 Center Console Storage Area (If Equipped) To open it, insert the console key into the lock and unlock the console. Press the button and swing the Your vehicle may have a console compartment between console lid open. The console has a place to store the bucket seats.
Page 167 Tonneau Cover (If Equipped) 1. To remove, unsnap the cover. Roll up and stow using the buckle and the strap located at the front of the box. A. Back rail D. Center bow B. Side rail E. Front bow C. Rear bow F.
Page 168 3. To add cargo to the box, remove all bows and the back rail and stow them safely. To clean the tonneau cover, use mild soap and water. If necessary, use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt 2. Remove the three bows by gently pushing them trapped in the grain of the material.
Page 169: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter To use the cigarette lighter, push it in all the way, and let go. When it’s ready, it will pop back out by itself. Front Ashtray The front ashtray is located near the center of the NOTICE: instrument panel.
Page 170: Accessory Power Outlets
Accessory Power Outlets NOTICE: With accessory power outlets you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle CB radio. can damage it or keep other things from working Two accessory power outlets are located near the as they should.
Page 171 OnStar System (If Equipped) OnStar Services Button: Press this button once to OnStar is a vehicle communications system that offers a contact an advisor who will be able to assist you with variety of services and provides a one touch hands free these services.
Page 172: Onstar Services
Volume Control: You can control the volume of the OnStar Services OnStar System using either the volume knob on the The following services are available within OnStar radio or if equipped, the steering wheel volume controls. service plans. Your vehicle comes with a specific Telltale Light: This light will indicate the status of year service plan that allows use of some or all of the system.
Page 173 OnStar MED NET: Med Net can store your Vehicle Locator Service: To contact the center, call personal medical history and provide it to emergency ONSTAR. You will be required to provide personnel if necessary. (Requires activation and your security information. An advisor will send a additional fee.) command to your vehicle to sound the horn and/or flash the lamps.
Page 174: Onstar System Limitations
OnStar System Limitations Global positioning locating capabilities will not be available if satellite signals are obstructed. Complete limitations can be found on the Subscriber OnStar will not function if the vehicle’s battery is Services Agreement. In order to provide you with discharged or disconnected.
Page 175 The Instrument Panel Your Information System 2-94...
Page 176 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Dome Lamp Button L. Hood Release B. Exterior Lamp Controls M. Center Instrument Panel Utility Block C. Air Outlets N. Tilt Wheel Lever (If Equipped) D. Automatic Transfer Case (If Equipped) Electronic O.
Page 177: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster United States Heavy Duty Automatic Transmission version shown. Canada, Light Duty Automatic and Manual Transmission Clusters similar. 2-96...
Page 178: Speedometer And Odometer
Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a Engine Hour Meter Display glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how The odometer can also display the number of hours the fast you’re going, about how much fuel you have and engine has run.
Page 179: Safety Belt Reminder Light
Warning Lights, Gages When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows and Indicators there may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please follow this manual’s advice. This part describes the warning lights and gages that Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even...
Page 180: Air Bag Readiness Light
Air Bag Readiness Light CAUTION: There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. If the air bag readiness light stays on after you The light tells you if there is an electrical problem.
Page 181: Air Bag Off Light
Air Bag Off Light CAUTION: When you turn the right front passenger’s air bag off, this light will come on and stay on to remind you that the air bag has been turned off. This light will go off If the right front passenger’s air bag is turned off when you turn the air bag back on again.
Page 182 Voltmeter CAUTION: If the air bag readiness light ever comes on when you have turned off the air bag, it means that something may be wrong with the air bag system. The right front passenger’s air bag could inflate even though the switch is off. If your vehicle is a regular cab pickup and this ever happens, don’t let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member...
Page 183 Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a Shift Light (If Equipped) large number of electrical accessories are operating in This light is used on the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an some models with extended period.
Page 184: Brake System Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If it doesn’t come on then, With the ignition on, the brake system warning light will have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s flash when you set the parking brake.
Page 185 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light Low Traction Light (If Equipped) With the anti lock brake If you have the Traction system, this light will Assist System, this light come on when you start will come on when the your engine and may stay system is limiting wheel on for several seconds.
Page 186 Traction Off Light (If Equipped) If you move the shift lever to FIRST (1), the light will come on and stay on to indicate that the traction If you have the Traction system is off. This is normal operation. To turn the Assist System, this light system back on, move the shift lever back to a should come on briefly...
Page 187: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Transmission Temperature Gage (If Equipped) United States Canada United States Canada This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. Your vehicle may be equipped with a transmission It also provides an indicator of how hard your vehicle is temperature gage.
Page 188 At approximately 265 _ F (130 _ C), the message center NOTICE: will display a TRANS FLUID HOT message and the transmission will enter a transmission protection mode. When the transmission enters the protection mode, you If you keep driving your vehicle with the may notice a change in the transmission shifting transmission temperature gage above the normal patterns.
Page 189 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service This system is called OBD II (On Board Diagnostics Second Generation) and is intended to assure Engine Soon Light in the United States or that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the Check Engine Light in Canada) vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment.
Page 190 This light should come on, as a check to show you it is NOTICE: working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light doesn’t come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a malfunction in one Modifications made to the engine, transmission, of two ways: exhaust, intake or fuel system of your vehicle or...
Page 191 If the Light Is Flashing If the Light Is On Steady The following may prevent more serious damage to You may be able to correct the emission system your vehicle: malfunction by considering the following: Reducing vehicle speed. Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? Avoiding hard accelerations.
Page 192 Have you recently changed brands of fuel? Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. Some state/provincial and local governments have See “Fuel” in the Index. Poor fuel quality will cause or may begin programs to inspect the emission your engine not to run as efficiently as designed.
Page 193: Oil Pressure Gage
Oil Pressure Gage CAUTION: Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced.
Page 194 Cruise Light (If Equipped) Tow/Haul Light (Automatic Transmissions Only) This message is displayed when the tow/haul mode has been activated. United States Canada For more information see, “Tow/Haul Mode” in The CRUISE light comes on whenever you set your the Index. cruise control.
Page 195: Fuel Gage
Fuel Gage When the fuel tank is low the Low Fuel message will appear. See “Message Center” in the Index. Here are some situations you may experience with your fuel gage. None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gage. At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads full.
Page 196 Message Center The battery display will also stay on while the key is in RUN until the engine is started. The message center is located on the left side of the If the message stays on after starting the engine it could instrument panel cluster.
Page 197 Trans Fluid Hot NOTICE: If you have an automatic transmission, you have a transmission temperature warning display contained in If you keep driving your vehicle with the the message center. transmission TRANS FLUID HOT message If the transmission displayed, you can damage the transmission. fluid temperature becomes This could lead to costly repairs that may not be high, the message will...
Page 198 Trans Hot...Idle Engine NOTICE: If you have an automatic transmission, you have a transmission over temperature display contained in the If you keep driving your vehicle with the message center. transmission TRANS HOT...IDLE ENGINE If this warning message is message displayed, you can damage the displayed, pull the vehicle transmission.
Page 199: Low Coolant
Low Coolant Engine Overheated This message is displayed This message is displayed when the cooling system is when the cooling system low on coolant. temperature gets too hot. The engine may overheat. See “Engine Coolant” in the This message will be displayed after the air conditioning Index and have your vehicle serviced as soon as you can.
Page 200: Reduced Engine Power
Reduced Engine Power Check Eng Oil Level (Gasoline Engine) (V8 Gasoline Engines Only) This message is displayed when the engine oil This message is displayed level is low. when the cooling system temperature gets too hot and the engine further enters the engine coolant protection mode.
Page 201: Change Engine Oil
Change Engine Oil Security This message is displayed This message is when the engine oil needs displayed when the content to be changed. The message theft deterrent system is only displayed for has been activated and 15 seconds at the start of also monitors the each ignition cycle.
Page 202: Low Washer Fluid
Service 4WD (If Equipped) Low Washer Fluid If the SERVICE 4WD This message is displayed message comes on, there when the vehicle is low may be a problem with the on windshield washer automatic transfer case and fluid. The message is only service is required.
Page 203: Cargo Lamp On
Cargo Lamp On Low Fuel This message is displayed This message is displayed when the cargo lamp is when your vehicle is turned on and the ignition low on fuel. key is turned to RUN. Refer to the fuel gage for a better indication of the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank.
Page 204 Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. Comfort Controls Setting the Clock for Systems with HR and Standard Comfort Controls MN Buttons...
Page 205: Comfort Controls
Comfort Controls Mode Knob The right knob on the control panel allows you to Standard Comfort Controls choose the direction of air delivery. (Vent): This setting directs the air through the instrument panel outlets. Level): Air is delivered through the floor outlets as well as the instrument panel outlets.
Page 206 Heater and Air Conditioning Comfort Mode Knob Controls (If Equipped) The right knob on the control panel allows you to choose the direction of air delivery. (Vent): This setting directs the air through the instrument panel outlets and the center floor console (if equipped).
Page 207 (Recirculation): Press this button to limit the (Blend): Airflow is delivered through the floor amount of outside air entering the vehicle. This is outlets, center floor console outlets (if equipped), the helpful when you are trying to limit odors entering the windshield defroster outlets and the side window vehicle or attempting to quickly cool down the interior.
Page 208: Electronic Climate Control System
The auto recirculation feature will activate when the Electronic Climate Control System following are true: (If Equipped) The air conditioning system is activated, the outside air button is on, and the vehicle load is high due to city traffic, extended idling or hot weather.
Page 209 Full Cold: If you turn the temperature knob past 66 _ F AUTO: If the knob is in AUTO, the fan speed will vary (19 _ C), the system will go into the “full cold” mode. as the system maintains the selected temperature. The system will remain at that maximum cooling setting When both the fan control and mode knobs are in the and the fan will blow at the speed the fan knob is set to.
Page 210 (Recirculation): Press this button to limit the (Blend): Airflow is divided equally between the amount of outside air entering your vehicle. This is floor outlet and the windshield defroster outlets. The air helpful when you are trying to limit odors entering your conditioning compressor may run to dehumidify the air vehicle or attempting to quickly cool down the interior.
Page 211 Mode Knob Automatic Operation With the automatic setting, the air conditioning compressor automatically cycles when needed to cool The right knob on the control panel allows you to the air. In cold weather, when the system senses the need choose the direction of air delivery. When the system is for heat, the airflow will be directed out of the floor set for automatic operation, sensors will control the air outlets.
Page 212: Air Conditioning
Air Conditioning When you use A/C with the recirculation button pushed in, turn off recirculation as soon as the vehicle reaches a On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot comfortable interior temperature. air inside escape. This reduces the time it takes for your Maximum air conditioning performance is obtained by vehicle to cool down.
Page 213: Defogging And Defrosting
Heating Defogging and Defrosting The heater works best if you keep your windows closed On cool, humid days, use defrost to keep the windshield while using it. On cold days, use the floor or bi level and side windows clear. Use defrost to remove fog or ice setting with the temperature knob in the red area.
Page 214: Ventilation System
The defogger will shut itself off after several minutes. Ventilation System If you need additional warming time, press the button For mild outside temperatures when little heating or again. You can turn the defogger off at any time by cooling is needed, use vent to direct outside air through pressing the button.
Page 215 Your vehicle has air Ventilation Tips outlets in the center and Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or on the sides of your any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater instrument panel. and defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows.
Page 216: Audio Systems
Audio Systems Setting the Clock for Systems with the Set Button Your audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the Press SET. Within five seconds, press and hold the right most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it SEEK arrow until the correct minute appears on the first.
Page 217 AM-FM Stereo TUNE: Turn this knob to tune in radio stations. SEEK : Press the right or left arrow to seek to the next or previous station and stay there. SCAN : Press both SCAN arrows. SCAN will appear on the display. The radio will scan to the next station, play for a few seconds, then scan to the next station.
Page 218 In addition to the four stations already set, up to three Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) more stations may be preset on each band by pressing BASS: Slide this lever up or down to increase or two adjoining pushbuttons at the same time and by decrease bass.
Page 219 AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player SCV (Speed Compensated Volume): With SCV, your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped) and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Turn the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the SCV.
Page 220 Setting Preset Stations SEEK : Press the right or left arrow to seek to the next station or previous station and stay there. The radio The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to will seek to stations with a strong signal only. The sound your favorite stations.
Page 221 Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) BASS: Press this knob lightly so it extends. Turn the BAL (Balance): Press this knob lightly so it extends. knob clockwise to increase bass and counterclockwise to Turn the knob clockwise to adjust sound to the right decrease bass.
Page 222 2 RDM (Random): Press this pushbutton to play the RECALL: Press this button to see what track is tracks on the disc in random order. RANDOM will playing. Press it again within five seconds to see how appear on the display. Press this pushbutton again to long the CD has been playing that track.
Page 223 Compact Disc Messages Remote Cassette Tape Player (If Equipped) ERR (Error): If this message appears and the disc comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons: If you’re driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smooth the disc should play. If it’s very hot.
Page 224 Once the tape is playing, use the control knobs for 3 NEXT: Press this pushbutton or the right SEEK arrow VOL, AUTO TONE, BAL, FADE, BASS and TREB (in the direction that the lighted tape direction arrow just as you do for the radio. A lighted tape symbol points) to search for the next selection.
Page 225 AM FM: Press this button to listen to the radio Theft-Deterrent Feature (If Equipped) when a tape is playing. The inactive tape will remain THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your in the player. radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio CD AUX (Auxiliary): Press this button to play a functions whenever battery power is removed.
Page 226 Activating the Theft Deterrent Feature 8. Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down. The instructions which follow explain how to enter your The display will show REP to let you know that you secret code to activate the THEFTLOCK system.
Page 227 If you enter the wrong code eight times, INOP will 5. Press MN again to make the last two digits agree appear on the display. You will have to wait an hour with your code. with the ignition on before you can try again. When you 6.
Page 228: Understanding Radio Reception
Understanding Radio Reception NOTICE: The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, Before you add any sound equipment to your especially at night. The longer range, however, can vehicle like a tape player, CB radio, mobile cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick telephone or two way radio be sure you...
Page 229: Fixed Mast Antenna
If this message appears on the display, your remote Care of Your Compact Discs cassette player needs to be cleaned. It will still play Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight to prevent damage to your tapes and player.
Page 230 Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. Defensive Driving Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Drunken Driving City Driving Control of a Vehicle...
Page 231: Defensive Driving
Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.” Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do. Be ready for their mistakes. Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents.
Page 232: Drunken Driving
Drunken Driving The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is drive. But what if people do? How much is “too much” a national tragedy.
Page 233 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 an increasing number of U.S. states, and throughout Canada, sets the legal limit at 0.08 percent.
Page 234 The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold CAUTION: showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to Drinking and then driving is very dangerous.
Page 235: Control Of A Vehicle
Control of a Vehicle Braking You have three systems that make your vehicle go where Braking action involves perception time and you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and reaction time. the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal.
Page 236: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy Your vehicle has anti lock brakes. ABS is an advanced braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is electronic braking system that will help prevent a a mistake.
Page 237 The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. Let’s say the road is wet and you’re driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you.
Page 238: Braking In Emergencies
Remember: Anti lock doesn’t change the time you need Traction Assist System (TAS) (Option) to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease Your vehicle may have a Traction Assist System (TAS) stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in that limits wheel spin.
Page 239 The Traction Assist System may operate on dry roads The TRACTION OFF light will come on under the under some conditions. When this happens, you may following conditions: notice a reduction in acceleration. This is normal and The Traction Assist System is turned off, either by doesn’t mean there’s a problem with your vehicle.
Page 240 If desired, you can change the TAS automatic To turn the system on engagement feature so that the system will not come on or off press the TAS automatically when the engine is started. To do so: on/off button located to the left of the 1.
Page 241: Power Steering
Steering Suppose you’re steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control Power Steering systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road. Adding the If you lose power steering assist because the engine sudden acceleration can demand too much of those stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer places.
Page 242: Steering In Emergencies
Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you.
Page 243: Off Road Recovery
Road Recovery Passing You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again.
Page 244 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder and while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, start your left lane change signal before moving out following too closely reduces your area of vision, of the right lane to pass.
Page 245: Loss Of Control
Loss of Control A cornering skid is best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal. If you have the “Traction Assist Let’s review what driving experts say about what System,” remember: It helps avoid only the acceleration happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering skid.
Page 246 Road Driving with Your If you think you will need some more ground clearance at the front of your vehicle, you can easily remove the Four Wheel Drive Vehicle front bumper lower air dam. This off road guide is for vehicles that have four wheel drive.
Page 247 The following steps must be performed on each of the 3. Pull the push pins and push pins to remove the air dam: lower air dam assembly away from the retainers 1. Insert a tool into the until the lower air dam push pin slot and pull is free.
Page 248 To reinstall the lower air dam, do the following: Before You Go Off-Roading There are some things to do before you go out. 1. Line up each push For example, be sure to have all necessary maintenance with its intended retainer and service work done.
Page 249 Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving CAUTION: There are some important things to remember about how to load your vehicle. Cargo on the load floor piled higher than The heaviest things should be on the load floor and the seatbacks can be thrown forward forward of your rear axle.
Page 250: Environmental Concerns
Environmental Concerns Traveling to Remote Areas road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying It makes sense to plan your trip, especially when going recreation. However, it also raises environmental to a remote area. Know the terrain and plan your route. concerns.
Page 251 Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful road driving. One of the best ways to control your It’s a good idea to practice in an area that’s safe and vehicle is to control your speed. Here are some things to close to home before you go into the wilderness.
Page 252: Scanning The Terrain
Scanning the Terrain When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain, keep a firm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs or other road driving can take you over many different surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hands if kinds of terrain.
Page 253: Approaching A Hill
Driving on Off-Road Hills incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top. On a large hill, the road driving often takes you up, down or across a incline may get steeper as you near the top, but you may hill.
Page 254 Driving Uphill Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill. Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, you Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible need to take some special steps. to approaching traffic on trails or hills.
Page 255 What should I do if my vehicle stalls, or is about As you are backing down the hill, put your left hand on the steering wheel at the 12 o’clock position. This to stall, and I can’t make it up the hill? way, you’ll be able to tell if your wheels are straight If this happens, there are some things you should and maneuver as you back down.
Page 256 Suppose, after stalling, I try to back down the hill and decide I just can’t do it. What CAUTION: should I do? Set the parking brake, put your transmission Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can in PARK (P) (or the manual transmission in cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK (P) (or, if you have the manual FIRST (1)) and turn off the engine.
Page 257: Driving Downhill
Driving Downhill CAUTION: When off roading takes you downhill, you’ll want to consider a number of things: Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause How steep is the downhill? Will I be able to maintain your brakes to overheat and fade. This could vehicle control? cause loss of control and a serious accident.
Page 258 Are there some things I should not do when Am I likely to stall when going downhill? driving down a hill? It’s much more likely to happen going uphill. But if Yes! These are important because if you ignore it happens going downhill, here’s what to do. them you could lose control and have a Stop your vehicle by applying the regular brakes.
Page 259: Driving Across An Incline
Driving Across an Incline Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse. If you drive across a rock with Sooner or later, an off road trail will probably go across the uphill wheels, or if the downhill wheels drop into the incline of a hill.
Page 260: Stalling On An Incline
What if I’m driving across an incline that’s not too steep, but I hit some loose gravel and start to slide downhill. What should I do? If you feel your vehicle starting to slide sideways, turn downhill. This should help straighten out the vehicle and prevent the side slipping.
Page 261: Driving In Water
Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice CAUTION: When you drive in mud, snow or sand, your wheels won’t get good traction. You can’t accelerate as quickly, turning is more difficult, and you’ll need Driving on frozen lakes, ponds or rivers can be longer braking distances.
Page 262 If the water isn’t too deep, then drive through it slowly. After Off-Road Driving At fast speeds, water splashes on your ignition system Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the and your vehicle can stall. Stalling can also occur if you underbody, chassis or under the hood.
Page 263: Driving At Night
Driving at Night Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively. Don’t drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles.
Page 264: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
You can be temporarily blinded by approaching Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver who doesn’t lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow down a little.
Page 265 The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your Driving too fast through large water puddles or even windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain going through some car washes can cause problems, too. can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, The water may affect your brakes.
Page 266: Driving Through Flowing Water
Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. But it can if your Driving Through Flowing Water tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low. It can happen if a lot of water is standing on CAUTION: the road.
Page 267 City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going.
Page 268: Freeway Driving
Freeway Driving At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traffic. Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow.
Page 269: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply. Here are some things you can check before a trip: The exit speed is usually posted. Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are all windows clean inside and outside? Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to your sense of motion.
Page 270: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis What can you do about highway hypnosis? First, be aware that it can happen. Is there actually such a condition as “highway Then here are some tips: hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a or whatever.
Page 271: Hill And Mountain Roads
Hill and Mountain Roads If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. See “Off Road Driving” in the Index for information about driving off road.
Page 272 Know how to go uphill. You may want to shift down to a lower gear. The lower gears help cool CAUTION: your engine and transmission, and you can climb the hill better. Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane ignition off is dangerous.
Page 273 Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and reflective warning triangles.
Page 274: Driving On Snow Or Ice
Driving on Snow or Ice What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the road probably have good traction.
Page 275 If you don’t have a traction system, accelerate gently. If You’re Caught in a Blizzard Try not to break the gentle traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more. Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road.
Page 276 Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. CAUTION: Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas mats...
Page 277: Recreational Vehicle Towing
Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost Here are some important things to consider before you all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again do recreational vehicle towing: and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable What’s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? from the cold.
Page 278: Dinghy Towing
Dinghy Towing In rare cases when it’s unavoidable that a wheel drive vehicle is to be towed with all four When towing your vehicle, turn the ignition off. wheels on the ground, the propeller shaft to axle yoke To prevent your battery from draining while towing, orientation should be marked and the propeller shaft remove the IGN 0 fuse from the instrument panel removed following the applicable service manual...
Page 279 Four Wheel Drive Vehicles 4. Shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL. See “Four Wheel Drive” in the Index for the proper procedure to select the neutral position for your vehicle. 5. Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the towing vehicle. 6.
Page 280 Dolly Towing (Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles) Four Wheel Drive Vehicles Four wheel drive vehicles are not designed to be Wheel Drive Vehicles dolly towed. wheel drive vehicles, should not be towed If you need to tow a four wheel drive vehicle see with the rear wheels on the ground.
Page 281: Loading Your Vehicle
Loading Your Vehicle The Certification/Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles, you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle.
Page 282 If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else they go as fast as the CAUTION: vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they’ll keep going. Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear CAUTION:...
Page 283 Payload 2-Tiered Loading The payload capacity is shown on the Certification/Tire By positioning four 2 x 6 wooden planks across the label. This is the maximum load capacity that your width of the pickup box, you can create an upper load vehicle can carry.
Page 284 Add-On Equipment Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment When you carry removable items, you may need to put a limit on how many people you carry inside your vehicle. Before installing a snow plow on your vehicle, here are Be sure to weigh your vehicle before you buy and install some things you’ll need to know: the new equipment.
Page 285 How do I know if my vehicle can handle a This means that you may only be able to carry snow plow? one passenger. But, even this may be too much if you’ve got other equipment already adding to the Some vehicles are built with a special package, weight of your vehicle.
Page 286 What is front axle reserve capacity, and how do In order to calculate the amount of weight any front I calculate it? accessory, such as a snow plow, is adding to the front axle, use the following formula: Front axle reserve capacity is the difference between your front GAWR and the front axle weight of your truck with full fuel and passengers.
Page 287 For example, adding a 700 lb. (318 kg) snow plow What if I want to add heavier equipment to actually adds more than 700 lb. (318 kg) to the my vehicle? front axle. Using the formula, if the snow plow is You can add heavier equipment on the front of the 4 ft.
Page 288 What is total vehicle reserve capacity? CAUTION: This is the difference between your GVWR and the weight of your truck with full fuel and passengers. On some vehicles equipped with certain front It’s the amount of weight you can add to your mounted equipment, such as a snow plow, it may vehicle before reaching your GVWR.
Page 289 Truck-Camper Loading Information Refer to the Truck Camper Loading Information label in glove box for dimensions A and B as shown in the This label is inside your glove box. It will tell you if following illustration. 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.
Page 290 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 the front and rear wheels separately.
Page 291: Trailer Recommendations
Trailer Recommendations Camper Wiring Harness (If Equipped) You must subtract your hitch loads from the CWR for your vehicle. Weigh your vehicle with the trailer If your vehicle is equipped with a camper wiring attached, so that you won’t go over the GVWR or harness, see “Trailer Wiring Harness”...
Page 292: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer NOTICE: CAUTION: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow If you don’t use the correct equipment and drive the advice in this part, and see your dealer for properly, you can lose control when you pull a important information about towing a trailer with trailer.
Page 293: If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer Then, during the first 500 miles (800 km) that you tow a trailer, don’t drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) and If you do, here are some important points: don’t make starts at full throttle. This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the There are many different laws, including speed limit heavier loads.
Page 294 Tow/Haul Mode (If Equipped) Tow/haul is designed to be most effective when the vehicle and trailer combined weight is at least 75% of Tow/haul is a feature on automatic transmission the vehicle’s Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR). equipped vehicles that assists when pulling a heavy See “Weight of the Trailer”...
Page 295: Weight Of The Trailer
Weight of the Trailer Above the 5,000 lbs. (2 268 kg) trailer rating, the handling/trailering suspension is required on How heavy can a trailer safely be? 1500 models and the handling/trailering or off road suspension is required on K 1500 models. The engine It depends on how you plan to use your rig.
Page 296 1500 Regular Cab Short Box (2WD)* Engine (Trans.) Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. GCWR 4300 V6 (Auto) 3.08 4,600 lbs. (2 088 kg) 9,000 lbs. (4 086 kg) 3.42 5,100 lbs. (2 315 kg) 9,500 lbs. (4 313 kg) 4300 V6 (Manual) 3.08 3,600 lbs.
Page 297 1500 Extended Cab Short Box (2WD)* Engine (Trans.) Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. GCWR 4300 V6 (Auto) 3.42 4,700 lbs. (2 133 kg) 9,500 lbs. (4 313 kg) 3.73 5,200 lbs. (2 360 kg) 10,000 lbs. (4 540 kg) 4300 V6 (Manual) 3.42 3,700 lbs.
Page 298 1500 Crew Cab Short Box (2WD)* Engine (Trans.) Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. GCWR 6000 V8 3.73 8,300 lbs. (3 765 kg) 14,000 lbs. (6 356 kg) 4.10 10,300 lbs. (4 672 kg) 16,000 lbs. (7 264 kg) 1500 Regular Cab Long Box (2WD)* Engine (Trans.) Axle Ratio Max.
Page 299 1500 Extended Cab Long Box (2WD)* Engine (Trans.) Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. GCWR 4800 V8 (Auto) 3.42 6,000 lbs. (2 724 kg) 11,000 lbs. (4 994 kg) 3.73 7,000 lbs. (3 178 kg) 12,000 lbs. (5 448 kg) 4800 V8 (Manual) 3.42 4,000 lbs.
Page 300 1500 Regular Cab Short Box (4WD)* Engine (Trans.) Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. GCWR 4300 V6 (Auto) 3.42 4,800 lbs. (2 179 kg) 9,500 lbs. (4 313 kg) 3.73 5,300 lbs. (2 406 kg) 10,000 lbs. (4 540 kg) 4300 V6 (Manual) 3.42 3,800 lbs.
Page 301 1500 Extended Cab Short Box (4WD)* Engine (Trans.) Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. GCWR 4800 V8 (Auto) 3.73 6,800 lbs. (3 087 kg) 12,000 lbs. (5 448 kg) 4.10 7,800 lbs. (3 541 kg) 13,000 lbs. (5 902 kg) 4800 V8 (Manual) 3.73 4,800 lbs.
Page 302 1500 Regular Cab Long Box (4WD)* Engine (Trans.) Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. GCWR 4300 V6 (Auto) 3.42 4,700 lbs. (2 133 kg) 9,500 lbs. (4 313 kg) 3.73 5,200 lbs. (2 360 kg) 10,000 lbs. (4 540 kg) 4300 V6 (Manual) 3.42 3,700 lbs.
Page 303 1500 Extended Cab Long Box (4WD)* Engine (Trans.) Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. GCWR 4800 V8 (Auto) 3.73 6,700 lbs. (3 041 kg) 12,000 lbs. (5 448 kg) 4.10 7,700 lbs. (3 495 kg) 13,000 lbs. (5 902 kg) 4800 V8 (Manual) 3.73 4,700 lbs.
Page 304 2500 Regular Cab Long Box HD (2WD)* Engine Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. GCWR 6000 V8 4.10 10,500 lbs. (4 767 kg) 16,000 lbs. (7 264 kg) 8100 V8 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 448 kg)** 20,000 lbs. (9 080 kg) 4.10 12,000 lbs.
Page 305 2500 Extended Cab Long Box HD (2WD)* Engine Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. GCWR 6000 V8 4.10 10,200 lbs. (4 627 kg) 16,000 lbs. (7 264 kg) 8100 V8 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 448 kg)** 20,000 lbs. (9 080 kg) 4.10 12,000 lbs.
Page 306 2500 Crew Cab Long Box HD (2WD)* Engine Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. GCWR 6000 V8 4.10 10,000 lbs. (4 540 kg) 16,000 lbs. (7 264 kg) 8100 V8 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 448 kg)** 20,000 lbs. (9 080 kg) 4.10 12,000 lbs.
Page 307 2500 Regular Cab Short Box HD (4WD)* Engine Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. GCWR 6000 V8 4.10 10,200 lbs. (4 630 kg) 16,000 lbs. (7 264 kg) 8100 V8 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 448 kg)** 20,000 lbs. (9 080 kg) 4.10 12,000 lbs.
Page 308 2500 Extended Cab Long Box HD (4WD)* Engine Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. GCWR 6000 V8 4.10 9,900 lbs. (4 494 kg) 16,000 lbs. (7 264 kg) 8100 V8 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 448 kg)** 20,000 lbs. (9 080 kg) 4.10 12,000 lbs.
Page 309 2500 Crew Cab Long Box HD (4WD)* Engine Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. GCWR 6000 V8 4.10 9,900 lbs. (4 491 kg) 16,000 lbs. (7 264 kg) 8100 V8 3.73 12,000 lbs. (5 448 kg)** 20,000 lbs. (9 080 kg) 4.10 12,000 lbs.
Page 310 3500 Extended Cab (2WD)* Engine Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. GCWR 6000 V8 4.10 9,800 lbs. (4 449 kg) 16,000 lbs. (7 264 kg) 8100 V8 4.10 12,000 lbs. (5 448 kg)** 22,000 lbs. (9 988 kg) 6.6L V8 Diesel 3.73 12,000 lbs.
Page 311 3500 Regular Cab (4WD)* Engine Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. GCWR 6000 V8 4.10 9,900 lbs. (4 494 kg) 16,000 lbs. (7 264 kg) 8100 V8 4.10 12,000 lbs. (5 448 kg)** 22,000 lbs. (9 988 kg) 6.6L V8 Diesel 3.73 12,000 lbs.
Page 312 3500 Crew Cab (4WD)* Engine Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. GCWR 6000 V8 4.10 9,300 lbs. (4 222 kg) 16,000 lbs. (7 264 kg) 8100 V8 4.10 12,000 lbs. (5 448 kg)** 22,000 lbs. (9 988 kg) 6.6L V8 Diesel 3.73 12,000 lbs.
Page 313: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue
You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at the address listed in your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information Booklet. In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Weight of the Trailer Tongue...
Page 314: Safety Chains
Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Safety Chains Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper You should always attach chains between your vehicle limit for cold tires. You’ll find these numbers on the and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue Certification label at the rear edge of the driver’s door or of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting see “Tire Loading”...
Page 315: Driving With A Trailer
Trailer Brakes Driving with a Trailer If your trailer weighs more than 2,000 lbs. (900 kg) Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. loaded, then it needs its own brakes and they must be Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get adequate.
Page 316: Following Distance
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 Passing cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle.
Page 317: Driving On Grades
Driving On Grades If you have a 6 speed manual transmission and you are towing a trailer, it’s better not to use SIXTH (6) Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start gear. Drive in FIFTH (5) gear (or, as you need to, a down a long or steep downgrade.
Page 318: Parking On Hills
Parking on Hills 5. If you have a four wheel drive vehicle, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear and not in NEUTRAL. CAUTION: 6. Release the regular brakes. You really should not park your vehicle, with a CAUTION: trailer attached, on a hill.
Page 319: Maintenance When Trailer Towing
When You Are Ready to Leave After Maintenance When Trailer Towing Parking on a Hill Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down on this.
Page 320: Trailer Wiring Harness
Trailer Wiring Harness The six wire harness is located at the rear of the vehicle and is tied to the vehicle’s frame. The harness requires Your vehicle is equipped with one of the following the installation of a trailer wiring harness connector, wiring harnesses for towing a trailer or hauling a which is available through your dealer.
Page 321 Heavy Duty Trailer Wiring Package (If Equipped) The eight wire harness contains the following trailer circuits: Yellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal Dark Green: Right Stop/Turn Signal Brown: Taillamps White: Ground Light Green: Back up Lamps Light Blue: CHMSL Red: Battery Feed Dark Blue: Trailer Brake A jumper harness for an electric trailer brake controller and a trailer battery feed fuse are included with this...
Page 322 Camper/Fifth Wheel Trailer Wiring Package (If Equipped) The eight wire camper harness is located under the front edge of the pickup box on the driver’s side of the vehicle, attached to the frame bracket. A connector will have to be added to the wiring harness which connects to the camper.
Page 323 Instrument Panel Jumper Wiring Harness Four Wire Trailer Harness Adapter If you need to tow a light duty trailer with a standard four way round pin connector, an adapter connector is included with your vehicle. Connect the adapter with the tab (arrow) pointing towards the top.
Page 324 Auxiliary Battery (If Equipped) The auxiliary battery circuit is protected by a megafuse located behind the auxiliary battery. The auxiliary battery provision can be used to supply Be sure to follow the proper installation instructions electrical power to additional equipment that you may that are included with any electrical equipment that choose to add, such as a slide in camper.
Page 325 Power Winches 3. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL (N). 4. Engage the PTO. Refer to the manufacturer’s If you wish to use a power winch on your vehicle, only or installer’s for instructions on electrically use it when your vehicle is stationary or anchored. engaged PTOs.
Page 326 To use PTO speed control in Preset Mode (Factory Preset Mode: PTO speed control mode is used for Setting) do the following: stationary applications. (PTO will remain engaged while mobile in the preset mode, however PTO set and resume 1. Engage the PTO speed controls will be inoperative).
Page 327 To use PTO speed control in variable mode All engine speed values listed above are factory preset (while stationary) do the following: values. With the exception of the TCC lockup speed (1100 rpm) and the “tap” increment (100 rpm), all 1.
Page 328 Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers Cooling System (Gasoline Engine) Other Warning Devices Engine Fan Noise Jump Starting If a Tire Goes Flat Towing Your Vehicle Changing a Flat Tire Engine Overheating (Gasoline Engine)
Page 329: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers The hazard warning flasher button is located at the top of the steering column. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in. Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off.
Page 330: Jump Starting
Jump Starting NOTICE: If your battery (or batteries) has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to Ignoring these steps could result in costly start your vehicle. Be sure to follow the steps below to damage to your vehicle that wouldn’t be do it safely.
Page 331 2. If you have a vehicle with a diesel engine with two NOTICE: batteries (or more), you should know before you begin that, especially in cold weather, you may not be able to get enough power from a single battery in If you leave your radio on, it could be badly another vehicle to start your diesel engine.
Page 332 5. Open the hoods and locate the positive (+) and negative ( ) terminal locations of the other vehicle. CAUTION: Your vehicle has a remote positive (+) jump starting terminal and a remote negative ( ) jump starting Using a match near a battery can cause battery terminal.
Page 333 7. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the CAUTION: positive (+) terminal of the vehicle with the dead Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you battery. Use a remote badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts positive (+) terminal if once the engine is running.
Page 334 8. Don’t let the other end 9. Now connect the black touch metal. Connect it negative ( ) cable to the to the positive (+) negative ( ) terminal of terminal of the good the good battery. Use a battery. Use a remote remote negative ( positive (+) terminal if terminal if the vehicle...
Page 335 NOTICE: Damage to your vehicle may result from electrical shorting if jumper cables are removed incorrectly. To prevent electrical shorting take care that they don’t touch each other or any other metal. The repairs wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. V8 Engine V6 Engine, Diesel Similar...
Page 336: Towing Your Vehicle
To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative ( ) cable from the vehicle that had the bad battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative ( ) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 3.
Page 337: Engine Overheating (Gasoline Engine)
Engine Overheating NOTICE: You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel. See “Engine Coolant After driving in the overheated engine protection Temperature Gage” in the Index. In addition, you will operating mode, to avoid engine damage, allow find a LOW COOLANT, CHECK COOLANT TEMP, the engine to cool before attempting any repair.
Page 338 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION: (Continued) Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood. If you keep driving when your engine is overheated, the liquids in it can catch fire. You or others could be badly burned.
Page 339: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes. An overheat warning, along with a low coolant message, If the warning doesn’t come back on, you can can indicate a serious problem.
Page 340: Cooling System (Gasoline Engine)
Cooling System (Gasoline Engine) When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: All Other Engines A. Coolant Surge Tank B. Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap C. Engine Fan 8100 V8 Engines If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down.
Page 341 The coolant level should be at or above the FILL CAUTION: COLD mark. If it isn’t, you may have a leak at the Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine pressure cap or in the parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you radiator hoses, heater do, you can be burned.
Page 342 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge NOTICE: Tank --Gasoline Engines If you haven’t found a problem yet, check to see if Engine damage from running your engine coolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is visible without coolant isn’t covered by your warranty.
Page 343 If no coolant is visible in the surge tank, add coolant as follows: CAUTION: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they...
Page 344 CAUTION: CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper and it will burn if the engine parts are hot coolant mixture will.
Page 345 Your vehicle may be equipped with one of the two caps shown. 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot.
Page 346 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the 5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure the pressure engine and let it run until you can feel the upper cap is hand tight and fully seated. radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan.
Page 347: Engine Fan Noise
Engine Fan Noise If a Tire Goes Flat Your vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. When It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, the clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster to provide especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes more air to cool the engine.
Page 348: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire CAUTION: (Continued) If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard 4. Turn off the engine. warning flashers. 5. Put the wheel blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed.
Page 349 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Extended and Crew Cab The equipment you’ll need is behind the passenger’s Regular Cab seat. For Extended and Crew Cab models, the equipment is under the passenger’s side second row seat. 5-22...
Page 350 1. If there is a cover, move the seats forward and turn the wing nut on the cover counterclockwise to remove it. For Crew Cab models, pull up the second row seat with the loop at the base of the seat cushion to access the tools.
Page 351 Follow these instructions to lower the spare tire: 1. If the vehicle is equipped with a hoist lock, open the spare tire lock cover on the bumper and use the ignition key to remove the lock. 2. Assemble the wheel wrench and the two jack handle extensions as shown.
Page 352 Attach the wheel wrench to the jack handle extensions Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the jack lift (as needed). Attach the jack handle to the jack. head a little. 5-25...
Page 353: Spare Tire
If your vehicle has wheel Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the nut caps, loosen them by Spare Tire turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. If you 1. Use the wheel wrench have a center cap with to loosen all the wheel wheel nut caps, the wheel nuts.
Page 354 CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. 2. Position the jack under the vehicle. If the flat tire CAUTION: is on the front of the vehicle (Two Wheel Drive...
Page 355 Front Position All Other Models Front Position 2WD 1500 Series 5-28...
Page 356 4. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. 5. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, Rear Position mounting surfaces and 3. Make sure the jack head is positioned so that the rear spare wheel. axle is resting securely between the grooves that are on the jack head.
Page 357 6. After mounting the CAUTION: spare, reinstall the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to nuts toward the which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts wheel. Tighten become loose after a time.
Page 358 Front Position 2WD 1500 Series Front Position All Other Models 5-31...
Page 359 8. Tighten the nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown by turning the wheel wrench clockwise. Rear Position 7. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the vehicle. Lower the jack completely. 5-32...
Page 360 NOTICE: CAUTION: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel and even come off. This could lead to an accident. nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts.
Page 361 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place.
Page 362 Store the tire under the rear of the vehicle in the spare tire carrier. To store the tire, do the following: 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed downward and to the rear.
Page 363: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will need to spin the wheels, but you don’t want to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution.
Page 364: Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out NOTICE: First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. If you have a Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your four wheel drive vehicle, shift into 4HI. If your vehicle vehicle as well as the tires.
Page 365: Using The Recovery Hooks
Using the Recovery Hooks Your vehicle may be equipped with recovery hooks. The hooks are provided at the front of your vehicle. You may need to use them if you’re stuck off road and need to be pulled to some place where you can continue driving. 5-38...
Page 366 NOTICE: CAUTION: Never use the recovery hooks to tow the vehicle. These hooks, when used, are under a lot of force. Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not Always pull the vehicle straight out. Never pull be covered by warranty. on the hooks at a sideways angle.
Page 367 NOTES 5-40...
Page 368 Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
Page 369: Doing Your Own Service Work
Service Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for more about how to service your vehicle than this manual all your service needs.
Page 370: Gasoline Octane
Adding Equipment to the Outside of CAUTION: Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can You can be injured and your vehicle could be affect the airflow around it. This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance. Check with damaged if you try to do service work on a your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of vehicle without knowing enough about it.
Page 371 Gasoline Specifications California Fuel It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission which were developed by the American Automobile Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it Manufacturers Association and endorsed by the is designed to operate on fuels that meet California Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’...
Page 372: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Additives NOTICE: Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane enhancing additive called Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT); contains methanol. Don’t use fuel containing ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel methanol.
Page 373: Filling Your Tank
Filling Your Tank The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the driver’s side of the vehicle. If your vehicle is a chassis cab, you will have a second fuel cap. CAUTION: Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries.
Page 374 When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure CAUTION: you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly If you get gasoline on yourself and then installed.
Page 375: Checking Things Under The Hood
Filling a Portable Fuel Container Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION: CAUTION: Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the start a fire. These include liquids like fuel, oil, container can ignite the gasoline vapor.
Page 376: Hood Release
Hood Release To open the hood do the following: 1. Pull the handle located inside the vehicle to the lower left of the steering wheel. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release, located near the center of the grille.
Page 377: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you lift up the hood on the VORTEC 4300 V6 engine, you’ll see the following: A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter F. Fan K. Brake Fluid Reservoir B. Coolant Surge Tank G. Engine Oil Fill L. Clutch Fluid Reservoir C.
Page 378 When you lift up the hood on the VORTEC 5300 V8 engine (VORTEC 4800 and 6000 V8 engines similar), you will see the following: A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter F. Engine Oil Fill K. Brake Fluid Reservoir B. Coolant Surge Tank G.
Page 379 When you lift up the hood on the VORTEC 8100 V8 engine you will see the following: A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter F. Engine Oil Fill K. Brake Fluid Reservoir B. Coolant Surge Tank G. Fan L. Clutch Fluid Reservoir C. Air Filter Restriction Indicator H.
Page 380: Noise Control System
Noise Control System Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering are the acts listed below. The following information relates to compliance with Insulation: federal noise emission standards for vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of more than Removal of the noise shields or any 10,000 lbs.
Page 381: Checking Engine Oil
Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine) If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see “Engine Oil (Diesel Engine)” in the Diesel Engine Supplement. If the CHECK ENG OIL LEVEL light appears on the instrument cluster, it means you need to check your engine oil level right away.
Page 382: When To Add Engine Oil
Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or NOTICE: cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. Don’t add too much oil. If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper...
Page 383: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
Your vehicle may have a What Kind of Engine Oil to Use cap with text and a graphic, Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by or just a graphic as shown. looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
Page 384 As in the chart shown previously, SAE 5W 30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 10W 30 if it’s going to be 0 C) or above. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils, such as SAE 20W NOTICE: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum...
Page 385: Engine Oil Additives
Engine Oil Additives If the system is ever reset accidentally, you must change your oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your last oil Don’t add anything to your oil. The recommended oils change. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good the oil is changed.
Page 386: Gasoline Engines
What to Do with Used Oil Engine Air Cleaner/Filter (Gasoline Engines) Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer. The engine air cleaner/filter assembly has an indicator Don’t let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean that lets you know when the engine air cleaner/filter is your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand dirty and needs to be serviced.
Page 387 Your engine air cleaner/filter is located in the front 1. To remove the engine air cleaner/filter, loosen the corner of the engine compartment on the passenger’s screws on the housing cover. Lift the cover upward. side of the vehicle. See “Engine Compartment 2.
Page 388 Passenger Compartment Air Filter CAUTION: (If Equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with a passenger Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter compartment air filter. The filter is located under the off can cause you or others to be burned. The air instrument panel, below the glove compartment.
Page 389: Automatic Transmission Fluid
3. Remove the air filter by pulling downward on the Automatic Transmission Fluid element. Remove the second portion of the air filter (Except Allison Transmission) by sliding it towards the rear of the vehicle and then pulling downward. When to Check and Change 4.
Page 390: How To Check
How to Check Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you have been driving: Because this operation can be a little difficult, When outside temperatures are above 90 F (32 you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department.
Page 391 Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows: Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in PARK (P). With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift The red transmission dipstick handle labeled lever through each gear range, pausing for about “TRANS/LOCK”, or labeled with the graphic shown,...
Page 392: How To Add Fluid
How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot. (A cold check is used only as a reference.) If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check.
Page 393 Automatic Transmission Fluid How to Check (Allison Only) Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department. When to Check and Change If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick.
Page 394 Checking the Fluid Level Cold Check Procedure Prepare your vehicle as follows: The purpose of the cold check is to determine if the transmission has enough fluid to be operated safely until Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the a hot check can be made.
Page 395 Hot Check Procedure Consistency of Readings The fluid must be hot to ensure an accurate check. Always check the fluid level at least twice using the The fluid level rises as temperature increases. procedures described previously. Consistency (repeatable readings) is important to maintaining proper 1.
Page 396: Manual Transmission Fluid
How to Check NOTICE: Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at your GM dealership We recommend you use only fluid labeled service department. DEXRON R III, because fluid with that label is If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the made especially for your automatic transmission.
Page 397 Then, follow these steps: How to Add Fluid Here’s how to add fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. 1. Remove the filler plug. 2. Add fluid at the filler plug hole. Add only enough fluid to bring the fluid level up to the bottom of the filler plug hole.
Page 398: Hydraulic Clutch
Hydraulic Clutch Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should check the fluid level in your clutch The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle is master cylinder reservoir and for the proper fluid. See self adjusting. The clutch master cylinder reservoir is “Owner Checks and Services”...
Page 399: Rear Axle
Rear Axle The proper level for the 1500 Series is from 5/8 inch to 1 5/8 inch (15 mm to 40 mm) below the bottom of the When to Check Lubricant filler plug hole. The proper level for the 2500 Series is from 0 to 3/8 inch (0 to 10 mm) below the bottom of the Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how filler plug hole.
Page 400 How to Check Lubricant Automatic Transfer Case To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a Manual Transfer Case level surface. If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole.
Page 401: Front Axle
Front Axle To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. When to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how you may need to add some lubricant. often to check the lubricant.
Page 402: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant NOTICE: The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with COOL R engine coolant. This coolant is designed When adding coolant, it is important that you use to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles COOL R (silicate only DEX free) coolant.
Page 403 What to Use NOTICE: Use a mixture of one half clean, drinkable water and half DEX COOL coolant which won’t damage If you use an improper coolant mixture, your aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you engine could overheat and be badly damaged. don’t need to add anything else.
Page 404: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant The vehicle must be on a level surface. When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at the FILL The coolant surge tank is COLD mark. located in the engine If the LOW COOLANT compartment on the message comes on and stays passenger’s side of the on, it means you’re low on...
Page 405 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap Your vehicle may be equipped with one of the two caps shown. The coolant surge tank pressure cap must be fully installed on the coolant surge tank. NOTICE: Your coolant surge tank pressure cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible...
Page 406: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid All Other Engines 8100 V8 Engine 6-39...
Page 407: Windshield Washer Fluid
When to Check Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering What to Use fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read you hear an unusual noise.
Page 408: Brake Fluid
Brakes NOTICE: Brake Fluid When using concentrated washer fluid, Your brake master cylinder follow the manufacturer’s instructions for reservoir is located in the adding water. rear of the engine Don’t mix water with ready use washer compartment on the driver’s fluid.
Page 409 So, it isn’t a good idea to “top off” your brake fluid. Checking Brake Fluid Adding brake fluid won’t correct a leak. If you add fluid when your linings are worn, then you’ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings. You should add (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system.
Page 410 What to Add NOTICE: When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT 3 brake fluid. Refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” Using the wrong fluid can badly damage in the Index. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. brake system parts.
Page 411: Brake Adjustment
Brake Wear Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly Your vehicle has four wheel disc brakes. applied. This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes. Disc brake pads have built in wear indicators that make a high pitched warning sound when the brake...
Page 412 Replacing Brake System Parts Battery The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free parts have to be of top quality and work well together if ACDelco battery. When it’s time for a new battery, get the vehicle is to have really good braking.
Page 413: Bulb Replacement
Vehicle Storage Bulb Replacement If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this more, remove the black, negative ( ) cable from section, contact your dealer. the battery. This will help keep your battery from See “Replacement Bulbs”...
Page 414 Headlamps A. Low Beam Headlamp B. High Beam Headlamp 2. Pull the headlamp assembly out. 3. Unplug the electrical connector. 1. Remove the two pins on the top of the headlamp 4. Turn the old bulb counterclockwise and remove it assembly.
Page 415 Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and 1. Remove the headlamp assembly as mentioned previously. Daytime Running Lamps 2. Press the retainer clip, located behind the turn signal housing, towards the outside of the vehicle. 3. Pull the turn signal housing out from the vehicle. 4.
Page 416 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) and Cargo Lamp A. Cargo Lamps 1. Remove the screws and lift off the lamp assembly. B. Center High Mounted Stoplamps 2. Remove the CHMSL bulb holder back plate from the housing by pressing the release tabs. 3.
Page 417 Pickup Box Identification Lamps/Fender Marker Lamps 1. Remove the screws and lamp assembly. 2. Unplug the lamp assembly harness. 3. Use a screwdriver to gently pry the individual lamp from the lamp housing. 4. Unplug the lamp at the connector. 5.
Page 418 Taillamps (Pickup Models) A. Stoplamp B. Turn Signal Lamp 1. Open the tailgate. C. Back up Lamp 2. Remove the two rear lamp assembly screws near the tailgate latch and pull out the lamp assembly. 6-51...
Page 419 Taillamps (Chassis Cab Models) A. Turn Signal Lamp B. Stoplamp C. Back up Lamp 1. Using your hands, peel the rubber seal away from 3. Press the release tab and turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the lens. the taillamp housing.
Page 420: Roof Marker Lamps
Roof Marker Lamps 1. Remove the two screws and lift off the lens. 2. The center roof marker lamps has six screws to remove. 3. Turn the old bulb counterclockwise to remove it from the socket. 6-53...
Page 421 4. Put a new bulb into the socket and turn clockwise until it locks in place. 5. Reinstall the lens and tighten the screws. 6-54...
Page 422: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly, do the following: Blade Replacement 1. Lift the wiper arm and turn the blade until it is facing Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least away from the windshield. twice a year for wear and cracking. See “Wiper Blade 2.
Page 423 Tires CAUTION: (Continued) Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions Underinflated tires pose the same danger about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see as overloaded tires. The resulting accident your GM Warranty booklet for details.
Page 424 Inflation -- Tire Pressure NOTICE: (Continued) The Certification/Tire label, which is on the rear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation pressures If your tires have too much air (overinflation), for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your you can get the following: vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven Unusual wear...
Page 425: Tire Inspection And Rotation
Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels.
Page 426 The dual tires are rotated as a pair, and the inside rear tires become the outside rear tires. When you install dual wheels, be sure the vent holes in the inner and outer wheels on each side are lined up. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Certification/Tire label.
Page 427: Dual Tire Operation
When It’s Time for New Tires Dual Tire Operation When the vehicle is new, or whenever a wheel, wheel One way to tell when it’s bolt or wheel nut is replaced, check the wheel nut torque time for new tires is to after 100, 1,000 and 6,000 miles (160, 1 600 and check the treadwear 10 000 km) of driving.
Page 428: Buying New Tires
Buying New Tires CAUTION: To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Certification/Tire label. Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had driving.
Page 429: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section conditions on a specified government test course.
Page 430: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance
Temperature A, B, C Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 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.
Page 431: Wheel Replacement
Wheel Replacement CAUTION: Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous.
Page 432 Used Replacement Wheels NOTICE: CAUTION: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is height, vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire dangerous.
Page 433: Tire Chains
Tire Chains NOTICE: CAUTION: If your vehicle does not have dual wheels and is equipped with a tire size other than P265/75R16 or LT265/75R16, use tire chains only where legal If your vehicle has dual wheels or P265/75R16 or and only when you must. Use chains that are the LT265/75R16 size tires, don’t use tire chains.
Page 434: Appearance Care
Appearance Care Paint Thinner Turpentine Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a Lacquer Thinner match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are Nail Polish Remover dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space.
Page 435: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Cleaning of Fabric/Carpet 4. Apply cleaner with a clean sponge. Don’t saturate the material and don’t rub it roughly. Your dealer has cleaners for the cleaning of fabric and 5. As soon as you’ve cleaned the section, use a sponge carpet.
Page 436: Cleaning Leather
Stains caused by candy, ice cream, mayonnaise, chili Cleaning Leather sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows: Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain. saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth. Then, let the leather dry naturally.
Page 437: Cleaning Interior Plastic Components
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Cleaning Glass Surfaces Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner or a cloth or sponge. Commercial cleaners may affect the liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal surface finish.
Page 438: Cleaning The Outside Of Your Vehicle
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 the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, Washing Your Vehicle wax, sap or other material may be on the blade...
Page 439: Finish Care
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses.
Page 440: Cleaning Tires
Cleaning Aluminum or Cleaning Tires Chrome Plated Wheels (If Equipped) To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner. Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After NOTICE: rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel.
Page 441: Chemical Paint Spotting
Finish Damage Chemical Paint Spotting Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and quickly and may develop into a major repair expense.
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Page 443: Engine Identification
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, specifications and replacement parts. 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.
Page 444: Electrical System
Electrical System Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other Add-On Electrical Equipment power accessories. When the current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or goes away. NOTICE: Fuses and Circuit Breakers Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle...
Page 445 Instrument Panel Fuse Block The fuse block access door is on the driver’s side edge of the instrument panel. Pull off the cover to access the fuse block. You can remove fuses with a fuse extractor which is mounted to the fuse block access door. To remove fuses if you don’t have a fuse extractor, hold the end of the Fuse Usage...
Page 446 Fuse Usage Fuse Usage CRUISE Cruise Control, Instrument AIR BAG Air Bag Panel Cluster MIR/LOCK Power Mirrors, Power Door Locks Four Wheel Drive System, SEAT Power Seat Circuit Breaker Auxiliary Battery DR LOCK Power Door Locks TURN Exterior Lamps, Turn Signals, Hazard Lamps RAP #1 Retained Accessory Power Relay...
Page 447 Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block Relay Name Usage The center instrument panel utility block is located Special Equipment Option underneath the instrument panel, to the left of the HTD ST Heated Seats steering column. SPARE 4 Not Used VANITY Headliner Wiring TRAILER Trailer Brake Wiring PWR ST...
Page 448 Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block in the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle near the battery. Lift the cover for access to the fuse/relay block. Once you remove the cover, you will see some fuses to the top right of the fuse/relay block.
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Page 450 *1 INJ B Gasoline Engine and Diesel Engine. Fuse Usage *2 ECM I Gasoline Engine; ECMRPV Diesel Engine. TRL R TRN Right Turn Signal Trailer Wiring *3 02 A Gasoline Engine; FUEL HT Diesel Engine. TRL L TRN Left Turn Signal Trailer Wiring *4 02 B Gasoline Engine;...
Page 451 Fuse Usage Fuse Usage B/U LP Backup Lamps, Automatic LT HDLP Left Headlamps Transmission Shift Lock Air Conditioning Control System AUX PWR Cigarette Lighter, Auxiliary Automatic Transfer Case Power Outlets RR DEFOG Rear Window Defogger, SEO 2 Special Equipment Option Power, Heated Mirrors (Relay) Power Seats, Aux Roof Mnt Lamp RR PRK...
Page 452: Replacement Bulbs
Fuse Usage Lamps Quantity Number W/W PMP Windshield Washer Pump Front Roof HORN Horn (Relay) Marker Lamps IGN C Ignition Switch, Fuel Pump, Front Parking and 3157 A PRND321 Display, Crank Turn Lamp RDO AMP Not Used Rear Marker Lamp, 3157 HAZ LP Exterior Lamps, Hazard Lamps...
Page 453: Capacities And Specifications
Capacities and Specifications Please refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index for more information. All capacities are approximate. When adding see the refrigerant charge label under the hood for charge capacity information and requirements. Engine Type VIN Code Spark Plug Gap VORTEC 4300 0.060 inches (1.52 mm)
Page 454 Cooling System Capacity After refill, the level must be rechecked. See “Cooling System” in the Index. Engine Transmission Quantity VORTEC 4300 V6 Automatic 12.6 quarts (11.9 L) VORTEC 4300 V6 Manual 12.9 quarts (12.2 L) VORTEC 4800 V8 Automatic 13.4 quarts (12.7 L) VORTEC 4800 V8 Manual 13.7 quarts (13.0 L)
Page 455 Engine Oil with Filter Capacity After refill, the level must be rechecked. Add enough engine oil so that the fluid is within the proper operating range. See “Engine Oil” in the Index. Engine Quantity with Filter VORTEC 4300 V6 4.5 quarts (4.3 L) VORTEC 4800 V8 6.0 quarts (5.7 L) VORTEC 5300 V8...
Page 456: Fuel Tank Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity Type Quantity Short Bed 26.0 U.S. gallons (98 L) If you do your own service work, you’ll need the proper service manual. See “Doing Your Own Service Work” in Long Bed 34.0 U.S. gallons (128 L) the Index for additional information.
Page 457: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest information available at the time of printing, and are subject to change. If a part listed in this manual is not the same as the part used in your vehicle when it was built, or if you have any questions, please contact your GM dealer.
Page 458 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. Introduction Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Scheduled Maintenance Part E: Maintenance Record Part B: Owner Checks and Services...
Page 459: Your Vehicle And The Environment
Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle.
Page 460: How This Section Is Organized
How This Section is Organized “Part B: Owner Checks and Services” tells you what should be checked and when. It also explains This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition.
Page 461: Using Your Maintenance Schedule
Part A: Scheduled The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle Maintenance Services uses these. All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else Using Your Maintenance Schedule drives the vehicle.
Page 462: Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles Footnotes (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life California Air Resources Board has determined that the of this vehicle.
Page 463 Scheduled Maintenance Engine Oil and Chassis Lubrication system may not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a year. However, your engine oil and filter must Scheduled Maintenance be changed at least once a year and at this time the Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the system must be reset.
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Page 466 Scheduled Maintenance 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) DATE Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 467 Scheduled Maintenance 25,000 Miles (41 500 km) DATE Allison Transmission Only: Change automatic transmission fluid and filters if ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: – In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F (32 C) or higher.
Page 468 Scheduled Maintenance 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) DATE Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 469 Scheduled Maintenance 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) DATE Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle’s GVWR is over ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE 8600 lbs., if the vehicle has an Allison transmission or if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: –...
Page 470 Scheduled Maintenance 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) DATE If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
Page 471 Scheduled Maintenance 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) DATE If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
Page 472 Scheduled Maintenance 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) DATE Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Page 473 Scheduled Maintenance 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) DATE Inspect spark plug wires. ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle’s GVWR is over 8600 lbs., if the vehicle has an Allison transmission or if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: –...
Page 474 Scheduled Maintenance 150,000 Miles (240 000 km) DATE Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE service, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap.
Page 475 Part B: Owner Checks and Services Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL Listed in this part are owner checks and services which coolant mixture if necessary. See “Engine Coolant” in should be performed at the intervals specified to help the Index for further details.
Page 476: At Least Twice A Year
At Least Twice a Year Spare Tire Check At least twice a year, after the monthly inflation check Restraint System Check of the spare tire determines that the spare is inflated to Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your the correct tire inflation pressure, make sure that the belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are spare tire is stored securely.
Page 477 Weatherstrip Lubrication Hydraulic Clutch System Check Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last Check the fluid level in the clutch reservoir. See longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply “Hydraulic Clutch Fluid” in the Index. A fluid loss in silicone grease with a clean cloth.
Page 478 Starter Switch Check 3. On automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear. The starter should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in CAUTION: any other position, your vehicle needs service. On manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever in NEUTRAL (N), push the clutch down halfway When you are doing this check, the vehicle could...
Page 479 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Ignition Transmission Lock Check System Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. With an automatic transmission, the key should turn CAUTION: to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P).
Page 480 Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing PARK (P) Mechanism Check downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With CAUTION: the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal.
Page 481: Exhaust System Inspection
Part C: Periodic Exhaust System Inspection Maintenance Inspections Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, Listed in this part are inspections and services which missing or out position parts as well as open seams, should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, holes, loose connections or other conditions which could each spring and fall).
Page 482: Throttle System Inspection
Throttle System Inspection Brake System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding, Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as hoses for proper hook up, binding, leaks, cracks, needed. Replace any components that have high effort chafing, etc.
Page 483 Part D: Recommended Fluids USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT and Lubricants Hydraulic Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, Brake System (GM Part No. 12377967 or part number or specification may be obtained from equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid). your dealer.
Page 484 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Manual GM Goodwrench Synthetic Floor Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol Transmission Manual Transmission Fluid Shift Linkage (GM Part No. 12346293 or Speed (GM Part No. 12346190 1 qt.) equivalent) or lubricant meeting with Low Gear, or equivalent SAE 75W 85 GL requirements of NLGI # 2 RPO MW3)
Page 485 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Automatic AUTO TRAK II Fluid Hood Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant, Transfer Case (GM Part No. 12378508). Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Front Axle Spline Lubricant, Propshaft Spline Special Lubricant Body Door Multi Purpose Lubricant, or One Piece (GM Part No.
Page 486: Maintenance Record
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them.
Page 487 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-30...
Page 488 Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact GMC if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. Customer Satisfaction Procedure Courtesy Transportation...
Page 489 Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to GMC. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
Page 490 However, help, contact the GMC Consumer Relations Manager by if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following calling 1-800-GMC-8782 (1-800-462-8782, Customer the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, you Assistance prompt).
Page 491: Customer Assistance Offices
Customer Assistance Offices number or write them at the following address: GMC encourages customers to call the toll-free number BBB Auto Line for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc.
Page 492 Canada GM Mobility Program for Persons General Motors of Canada Limited with Disabilities Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive This program, available to Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 qualified applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 1-800-263-3777 (English) toward aftermarket driver 1-800-263-7854 (French) or passenger adaptive 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs))
Page 493: Roadside Assistance
Maps include points of interest and a list of GMC dealers along the route. Also included is a list of hotels along the route that are discounted through GMC’s Roadside Assistance provides stranded owners...
Page 494: Canadian Roadside Assistance
The Roadside Assistance services listed are available and holidays. Should you have any questions about roadside assistance, call the GMC Roadside Assistance to retail and retail lease customers operating 2002 GMC Center or contact your dealer. light duty trucks for a period of 3 years/36,000 miles (60 000 km).
Page 495: Courtesy Transportation
New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Several transportation Warranty service can generally be completed while you options are available when warranty repairs are wait. However, if you are unable to wait GMC helps required. This will reduce your inconvenience during minimize your inconvenience by providing several warranty repairs.
Page 496: Additional Program Information
Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes, levies, usage fees, excessive If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of reimbursement up to $30 per day (five days maximum) the repair.
Page 497: Warranty Information
Canadian Vehicles: For warranty repairs during the REPORTING SAFETY Complete Vehicle Coverage period of the General DEFECTS TO THE UNITED Motors of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty, STATES GOVERNMENT alternative transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation Program. Please consult your If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which dealer for details.
Page 498: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General us. Please call us at 1 8782 Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to: 8782), or write: Transport Canada Pontiac-GMC Customer Assistance Center 330 Sparks Street P.O. Box 33172 Tower C Detroit, MI 48232 5172...
Page 499: Service Publications Ordering Information
SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION Service Manuals Owner’s Information Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair Owner publications are written specifically for owners information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, and intended to provide basic operational information brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. about the vehicle.

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