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Page 4 Table of Contents Seats and Restraint Systems Seats and Seat Controls Air Bag Systems Section Safety Belts Restraint Systems for Children Features and Controls Windows Cruise Control Section Keys and Door Locks Exterior and Interior Lamps Keyless Entry System Mirrors Liftgate Storage Compartments Automatic Transmission Operation...
Page 5 Table of Contents (cont'd) Comfort Controls and Audio Systems Heating and Air Conditioning Radio/Cassette Player/CD Player Section Setting the Radio Clock Radio Theft-Deterrent Feature Your Driving and the Road Your Driving, the Road and Your Vehicle Driving Tips for Various Road Conditions Section Defensive Driving Off-Road Driving...
Page 6 Table of Contents (cont'd) Service and Appearance Care Fuel Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Section Checking Fluids and Lubricants Tires and Wheels GM Oil Life System™ Appearance Care Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Electrical System/Fuses and Circuit Breakers Passenger Compartment Air Filter Capacities and Specifications Brakes Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Bulb Replacement...
Page 7 Table of Contents (cont'd) Customer Assistance Information Customer Satisfaction Procedures Warranty Information (See Warranty Manual) Section Customer Assistance Offices Reporting Safety Defects on page 8-10 Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation Service Publications Index In the Index you will find an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. Section You can use it to quickly find something you want to read.
Page 8 We support voluntary technician certification. GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, GMC, the GMC Emblem and the name DENALI / DENALI XL 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 9: How To Use This Manual
How to Use this Manual Safety Warnings and Symbols Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you do this, it will help you learn about the features and about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore controls for your vehicle.
Page 10: Vehicle Damage Warnings
You will also find a circle In the notice area, we tell you about something that can with a slash through it in damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would this book. This safety not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. symbol means “Don’t,”...
Page 11: Vehicle Symbols
Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. Also see “Warning Lights and Gages” in the Index. For example, These symbols These symbols These symbols These symbols Here are some these symbols are important for have to do with are on some of are used on...
Page 12: Model Reference
Model Reference This manual covers these models: Denali Denali XL...
Page 13 Service Station Guide Cooling System Tire Pressure See Section 5 Engine Oil Dipstick See Section 6 See Section 6 a More Detailed Look at Spare Tire Pressure What's Under the Hood See Section 6 See Section 6 Hood Release See Section 6 Windshield Washer Fuel Oil Viscosity...
Page 14: Table Of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. Seats and Seat Controls Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone...
Page 15: Seats And Seat Controls
Seats and Seat Controls Horizontal Control: You can adjust your vehicle’s front seats with the horizontal control located on the outboard This section tells you about the seats how to adjust edge of each front seat. them, and fold them up and down. It also tells you about Raise or lower the front of the seat by raising or reclining front seatbacks and head restraints.
Page 16 Power Lumbar Control Memory Seat You can increase or The controls for the decrease lumbar support memory seat are located on in an area of the the driver’s door trim panel. lower seatback. To increase support, press and hold the front of the control.
Page 17 Heated Front Seats Reclining Front Seatbacks Your vehicles front seatbacks have a recline feature. The control for the driver’s side heated seat is located on the driver’s side door panel. The control for the passenger’s side heated seat is located on the passenger’s side door panel.
Page 18 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 19: Head Restraints
Head Restraints Rear Seats 60/40 Split Bench Seat (Second Row) If your vehicle has a 60/40 split bench, the seatbacks can be reclined and the seats can be folded to give you more cargo space. Reclining the 60/40 Split Bench Seatbacks To recline the seatback, do the following: 1.
Page 20 Folding the 60/40 Split Bench Seatbacks 3. Pull up on the strap loop located at the rear of the The rear seat may have a 60/40 split seat which may be seat cushion and pull the folded down to create a load floor and give you more seat cushion up.
Page 21 On the passenger side of Denali XL models, the lever at the base of the seat must be pushed down to release the seatback. If the seatback cannot fold flat because it interferes with the cushion, try moving the front seat forward and/or 1.
Page 22 Returning the Seats to an Upright Position Bucket Seats (Second Row) To return the seat to the upright position, do If your vehicle has bucket seats, the seatbacks can be the following: reclined and and the seats can be folded to give you more cargo room.
Page 23 Folding the Bucket Seats 2. Push the seatback release lever The seatbacks on the bucket seats may be folded rearward and forward to give you more cargo space. The headrests on pull the seatback these seats will have to be manually folded to fold the forward.
Page 24 Once the seatbacks are folded down, the rear seat Returning the Seats to an Upright Position footwell area will be exposed and will have to be To return the seat to the upright position, do covered by the load floor panel. To create a load floor, the following: do the following: 1.
Page 25 50/50 Split Bench Seat (Third Row) 2. To return the seat to the passenger position, pull If your vehicle has a 50/50 split bench, the seatback(s) up on the release lever can be folded and the entire seat(s) tilted or removed labeled 1 and then pull from the vehicle.
Page 26 Tilting the 50/50 Bench Seat Returning the Seat(s) to an Upright Position 1. Fold the seatbacks forward using the instructions To return the seatback to an upright position, do listed previously. the following: 2. Unlatch the seat from the floor by pulling up on the lever labeled “2”, located on the rear of the seat.
Page 27 Removing the 50/50 Split Bench Seat 5. Pull up on the release lever To remove the 50/50 split bench seat, do the following: labeled 1 and then 1. Open the liftgate. pull up on the seatback or the 2. Fold the seatback assist strap located forward onto the seat on the outboard...
Page 28 3. To unlatch the rear of the seat from the floor, pull up on the release lever labeled 2, located at the rear of the seat, and lift the rear of the seat up off of the floor. 4. Squeeze the release handle while pulling the seat out. 5.
Page 29 Reinstalling the 50/50 Split Bench Seat Full Bench Seat (Third Row) To reinstall the 50/50 split bench, do the following: If your vehicle has a full bench, the seatback can be folded and the seat can be tilted or removed from 1.
Page 30 2. To return the seat to an Tilting the Full Bench Seat upright position, pull up 1. Fold the seatbacks forward using the instructions on the release lever listed previously. labeled 1 and then pull up on the seatback or the 2.
Page 31 Returning the Seat to an Upright Position 4. While holding the seat forward, pull To return the seat back to the upright position, do the prop rod out the following: from the retainer clips. Flip the prop 1. Pull the lever rod (arrow) down (arrow) on the until it latches...
Page 32 Removing the Bench Seat 5. Pull up on the release lever To remove the bench seat, do the following: labeled 1 and then 1. Open the liftgate. pull up on the seatback or the 2. Fold the seatback assist strap located forward onto the seat on the outboard cushion by using the...
Page 33 3. To unlatch the rear of 4. Pull on the release strap the seat from the floor, located in the lower pull up on the release middle of the seat to lever labeled 2 at the unlatch the seat from the rear of the seat and lift floor and pull the seat the rear of the seat up,...
Page 34 Reinstalling the Bench Seat Entering or Exiting the Third Row Seats To reinstall the bench seat, do the following: Denali: To enter or exit the third row seat you must fold the seat down following the instructions given 1. While holding the rear of the seat up, slide the front previously.
Page 35 Denali XL: The passenger’s side of the second row Heated Rear Seats (Second Row) 60/40 or rear bucket seat has an easy entry/exit feature. This makes it easy to get in and out of the third row seat. The controls are located on the back of To operate the easy entry seat, do the following: the center console.
Page 36: Safety Belts: They're For Everyone
Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone CAUTION: This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle.
Page 37: 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. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn’t survive. But most crashes are in between.
Page 38 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. 1-25...
Page 39 The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel ... In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... 1-26...
Page 40: Here Are Questions Many People Ask About
Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? You could be whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down.
Page 41: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly
If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from How to Wear Safety Belts Properly home, why should I wear safety belts? Adults You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an This part is only for people of adult size. accident even one that isn’t your fault you and...
Page 42: Driver Position
Driver Position This part describes the driver’s restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats”...
Page 43 5. 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 belt. the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones.
Page 44 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 45 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 46 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 47 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 48: 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 49: Right Front Passenger Position
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more injury from the force of an inflating frontal air bag. But likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash.
Page 50 CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: Frontal air bags for the driver and right front Both frontal and side impact air bags inflate with passenger are designed to work only in moderate great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle you’re too close to an inflating air bag, as you hits something.
Page 51 There is an air bag CAUTION: readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the air Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any bag symbol. air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults, but not for young children and infants.
Page 52 How the Air Bag Systems Work Where are the air bags? The right front passenger’s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door. The driver’s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel.
Page 53 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 bag...
Page 54 When should an air bag inflate? In any particular crash, no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal air bags to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were. are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or For frontal air bags, inflation is determined by the angle near...
Page 55 How does an air bag restrain? What will you see after an air bag inflates? In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, After an air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel that some people may not even realize the air bag or the instrument panel.
Page 56 Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which records information about CAUTION: the frontal air bag system. The module records information about the readiness of the system, when When an air bag inflates, there is dust in the air. the system commands air bag inflation and driver’s This dust could cause breathing problems for safety belt usage at deployment.
Page 57 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 systems in several places If I add a push bumper or bicycle rack to the around your vehicle.
Page 58: Rear Seat Passengers
Rear Seat Passengers Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap shoulder It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts.
Page 59 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again.
Page 60 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
Page 61: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For Children
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides 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 62 Second Row Seat Third Row Seat 1. For the second row, remove the guide from its For the third row, remove the guide from its storage clip storage clip on the trim panel near the side of on the side of the seatback. the seatback.
Page 63 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. 1-50...
Page 64 Second Row Seat Third Row Seat 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as To remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the described in “Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions” belt edges together so that you can take them out from earlier in this section.
Page 65: Center Passenger Position
Center Passenger Position Lap Belt When you sit in the center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. 1-52...
Page 66: 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 67 CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a lb.
Page 68 CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them.
Page 69 What are the different types of add child restraints? CAUTION: on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. Newborn infants need complete support, Selection of a particular restraint should take into including support for the head and neck. This is necessary because a newborn infant’s neck is consideration not only the child’s weight, height weak and its head weighs so much compared...
Page 70: Restraint Systems For Children
Restraint Systems for Children CAUTION: The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should.
Page 71 A rear facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with A forward facing child seat (C E) provides restraint for the seating surface against the back of the infant. the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields.
Page 72 How do child restraints work? A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’s owner.
Page 73: Where To Put The Restraint
When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, CAUTION: it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. A child in a rear facing child restraint can be Then follow the instructions for the restraint.
Page 74: Top Strap
Top Strap In Canada, the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be Some child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.” anchored. In the United States, some child restraints also It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision.
Page 75 Denali XL models: A child restraint with a top strap should only be used in the second or third row. Don’t use a child restraint with a top strap in the front seat because there’s no place to anchor the top strap. Denali XL Third Row Seat An anchor loop bracket for a top strap is located at the bottom rear of the seat cushion for each seating position...
Page 76: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Outside Seat Position
Denali models: A child restraint with a top strap should Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear only be used in the second row. Don’t use a child Outside Seat Position restraint with a top strap in the right front passenger’s position or in the third row, because there’s no place to anchor the top strap.
Page 77 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face or neck, put it behind the child restraint.
Page 78 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 79 Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position 1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch You’ll be using the lap belt. Be sure to follow the plate and pulling it along the belt. instructions that came with the child restraint.
Page 80 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. To tighten the belt, pull its free end 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...
Page 81: Front Seat Position
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right CAUTION: Front Seat Position A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates. This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag.
Page 82 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face or neck, put it behind the child restraint.
Page 83 6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 7.
Page 84: 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 85 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 86 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 87: Safety Belt Extender
Safety Belt Extender Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts? But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary.
Page 88 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 89 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 90: Power Windows
Power Windows Press the rear of the switch with the power window symbol on it to lower the window or the front of the The power window controls are located on the side of switch to raise it. both the front doors and the rear doors. The driver’s window also has an express down feature that allows the window to be lowered without holding the switch.
Page 91 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 92 Your vehicle has one Your vehicle also has a key double sided key for the that locks and unlocks the ignition and all door locks center floor console only. as well as the spare tire hoist lock. If you ever lose your keys, your dealer will be able to assist you with obtaining replacements.
Page 93: Door Locks
Door Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. Use the keyless entry system. You can also use your key. CAUTION: To lock the door from Unlocked doors can be dangerous. the inside, slide the manual lever rearward. Passengers especially children To unlock the door,...
Page 94: Power Door Locks
Power Door Locks The power door locks will operate at any time without the ignition being on. Press the raised side of the switch, marked “L” on If the rear lock switch is pressed with the rear doors either front door to lock open, all of the doors will lock five seconds after the all the doors at once.
Page 95: Keyless Entry System
Child Security Locks Keyless Entry System You can lock and unlock your doors and liftgate from With this feature, you can about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using lock the rear doors so they the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with can’t be opened from the your vehicle.
Page 96 Changes or modifications to this system by other than Operation an authorized service facility could void authorization UNLOCK: Pressing this button once will unlock the to use this equipment. driver’s door. The interior lamps will come on and the At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is parking lamps will flash.
Page 97: Battery Replacement
Remote Panic Alarm Battery Replacement When the horn symbol on the remote keyless entry Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless transmitter is pressed, the horn will sound and the entry transmitter should last about two years. headlamps and taillamps will flash for up to 30 seconds. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t This can be turned off by pressing the horn symbol work at the normal range in any location.
Page 98 To replace the battery in the keyless entry transmitter, do Resynchronization the following: Resynchronization may be necessary due to the security method used by this system. The transmitter does not send the same signal twice to the receiver. The receiver will not respond to a signal that has been sent previously.
Page 99 Liftgate/Liftgate Glass To open from the outside, insert the key into the lock and turn it counterclockwise to unlock the glass and liftgate. CAUTION: The liftgate glass can be opened using the pushbutton on the liftgate after the doors have been unlocked. This can be done by using either the power door locks or the It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate or remote keyless entry system.
Page 100 Key in the Ignition Parking Lots If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an Even if you park in a lot where someone will be easy target for joy riders or professional thieves watching your vehicle, it’s still best to lock it up and don’t do it.
Page 101 Content Theft Deterrent If a door is opened without the key or the remote keyless entry transmitter, the alarm will go off. Depending on Your vehicle is equipped with a content theft deterrent how you have programmed the alarm in the secondary alarm system.
Page 102: Testing The Alarm
If the alarm does not sound or the headlamps do not for service. flash, the vehicle should be serviced by an authorized service center. In an emergency, call the GMC Roadside Assistance Center. See “Roadside Assistance” in the Index. 2-15...
Page 103: Ignition Positions
New Vehicle “Break In” Ignition Positions You can use your key to turn your ignition switch 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 104: Starting Your Engine
LOCK (B): This position locks your ignition and Retained Accessory Power (RAP) transmission. It’s a theft deterrent feature. You will only The Retained Accessory Power (RAP) feature will allow be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned certain features on your vehicle to continue to work up to LOCK.
Page 105 2. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then NOTICE: stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in Holding your key in START for longer than START for about three seconds.
Page 106 Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) CAUTION: In very cold weather, 0 _ F ( 18 _ C) or Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet colder, the engine could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong coolant heater can kind of extension cord could overheat and cause help.
Page 107: Automatic Transmission Operation
Automatic Transmission Operation PARK (P): This position locks your rear wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily. CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set.
Page 108 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. NOTICE: CAUTION: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transmission.
Page 109 DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If you FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power need more power for passing, and you’re: (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h), push your shift lever is put in FIRST (1) while the vehicle is accelerator pedal about halfway down.
Page 110: Parking Brake
Tow/Haul Mode Switch Parking Brake To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will flash.
Page 111 If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released, Shifting Into PARK (P) the brake system warning light will go off. CAUTION: NOTICE: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if Driving with the parking brake on can cause the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the your rear brakes to overheat.
Page 112 Pull the shift lever toward you. Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).
Page 113: Torque Lock
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Torque Lock Engine Running If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in CAUTION: the transmission.
Page 114: Parking Over Things That Burn
Shifting Out of PARK (P) Parking Over Things That Burn Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN. See “Automatic Transmission” in the Index.
Page 115: Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You’re Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you CAUTION: ever have to, here are some things to know. Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or CAUTION: smell.
Page 116 Autoride CAUTION: The Autoride feature provides superior vehicle ride and handling under a variety of passenger and loading conditions. It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the The system is fully automatic and uses a computer parking brake firmly set.
Page 117: Locking Rear Axle
Locking Rear Axle Tilt Wheel Your locking rear axle can give you additional traction The tilt steering wheel on snow, mud, ice, sand or gravel. It works like a allows you to adjust the standard axle most of the time, but when one of the rear steering wheel before wheels has no traction and the other does, this feature you drive.
Page 118: Turn And Lane Change Signals
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Turn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically.
Page 119: Windshield Wipers
Turn Signal On Chime If your headlamps are off or on low beam, your high beam headlamps will turn on. They’ll stay on as If your turn signal is left on for more than 3/4 of a mile long as you hold the lever toward you and the high beam (1.2 km), a chime will sound at each flash of the turn indicator on the instrument panel will come on.
Page 120: Windshield Washer
Windshield Washer Rear Window Washer/Wiper There is a paddle marked with the windshield washer This knob is located on the symbol at the top of the multifunction lever. To spray instrument panel. washer fluid on the windshield, push the paddle. The wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return to your preset speed.
Page 121: Cruise Control
Cruise Control 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. This can don’t use your cruise control on winding really help on long trips.
Page 122 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 123 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 124: Exterior Lamps
Exterior Lamps Turn the knob clockwise to the master lamps symbol to turn on all the lamps listed as well as the headlamps. Turn the knob all the way counterclockwise to turn off your lamps and put the system into automatic headlamp mode.
Page 125: Daytime Running Lamps
There is a delay in the transition between the daytime Puddle Lamps and nighttime operation of the Daytime Running Lamps Your vehicle is equipped with puddle lamps to help you (DRL) and the automatic headlamp systems so that see the area near the base of the front doors when it is driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights dark out.
Page 126 When the DRL are on, only your DRL lamps will be on. This procedure applies only to vehicles first sold in the The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won’t be on. United States. The instrument panel won’t be lit up either. When necessary, you may turn off the automatic When it begins to get dark, the automatic headlamp headlamp system and the Daytime Running Lamps...
Page 127: Fog Lamps
Fog Lamps The fog lamps will go off whenever your high beam headlamps come on. When the high beams go off, the Use the fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty fog lamps will come on again. conditions. Your parking lamps and/or low beam The fog lamps will be cancelled after the ignition is headlamps must be on for your fog lamps to work.
Page 128: Illuminated Entry
Illuminated Entry Your vehicle is equipped with an illuminated entry feature. When a door is opened, the dome lamps and puddle lamps will come on if the DOME OVERRIDE button is in the “out” position. If the DOME OVERRIDE button is pressed in, the lamps will not come on.
Page 129: Dome Lamps
Dome Lamps Mirrors The dome lamps will come on when you open a door Electrochromic Inside Rearview Mirror and will slowly dim to off when all doors are closed. with Compass and Temperature Display You can also turn the dome lamps on by turning the When on, an electrochromic mirror automatically dims thumbwheel, located next to the parking/headlamps to the proper level to minimize glare from lights behind...
Page 130 Electrochromic Mirror Operation The right side of the button, labeled TEMP and located at the bottom of the mirror, turns the electrochromic mirror on and off. An indicator light, located to the right of the TEMP button, will come on when the electrochromic mirror is turned on.
Page 131 Compass Calibration Compass Variance The compass may need calibration if: The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate After five seconds, the display does not show a for compass variance if you live outside zone eight.
Page 132: Power Outside Rearview Mirrors
Power Outside Rearview Mirrors The control is located on the driver’s door armrest. 3. Press the COMP button on the bottom of the mirror Move the upper selector switch to the left or right to until the new zone number appears in the display. choose the mirror you want to adjust, then press the After you stop pressing the button in, the display will arrows located on the lower control pad to adjust...
Page 133: Storage Compartments
Driver’s Outside Auto-Dimming Heated Outside Rearview Mirrors Rearview Mirror The outside rearview mirrors have a defrost mode. The driver’s outside mirror will adjust for the glare of To turn on the defrost feature, press the rear window headlamps behind you. This feature is controlled by the defogger button.
Page 134: Center Console Storage Area
Center Console Storage Area To open it, insert the console key into the lock and unlock the console. Press the button on the side and Your vehicle has a console compartment between the swing the console lid open. bucket seats. The console has a place to store compact discs and loose change.
Page 135: Rear Storage Compartment
Center Console Storage Area Access Door Rear Storage Compartment Your vehicle has a storage compartment located in the rear cargo area of the vehicle in the driver’s side trim panel. To open the Denali compartment, press in on the release latch and swing the compartment door open.
Page 136 Cargo Security Shade To remove the shade from the vehicle, do the following: 1. Let the shade go all the way into the holder. 2. Then, grasping the passenger’s side shade endcap, CAUTION: push the shade endcap toward the driver’s side of the vehicle.
Page 137: Cargo Tie Downs
Cargo Tie Downs Luggage Carrier You can load things on top of your vehicle with There are cargo tie downs in this feature. the rear cargo area that allow you to strap cargo in The luggage carrier has slats and siderails attached to and keep it from moving the roof and crossrails which can be moved back and inside the vehicle.
Page 138 To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you’re leaving, If you need to carry long items, move the crossrails check now and then to make sure the luggage and cargo as far apart as they will go. Tie the load to the are still securely fastened.
Page 139: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter NOTICE: The front ashtray is located in the center console. Press the raised area on the access door to use the ashtray. Holding a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it’s heating can make it overload, damaging NOTICE: the lighter and the heating element.
Page 140: Accessory Power Outlets
Accessory Power Outlets Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket Your vehicle is equipped with many accessory power from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can outlets. The front outlet is located next to the Secondary cause damage not covered by your warranty.
Page 141 Volume Control: You can control the volume of the OnStar Services Button: Press this button once to OnStar System using either the volume control knob contact an advisor who will be able to assist you with on the radio or using the steering wheel controls, these services.
Page 142 Safety and Security Services OnStar MED Net can store your personal medical history and provide it to emergency Automatic Notification of Air Bag personnel if necessary. (Requires activation and an Deployment If an air bag deploys, a priority additional fee.) emergency signal is sent automatically to the center.
Page 143: Onstar System Limitations
Premium Services (Includes Safety and subject to limitations caused by atmospheric conditions, such as severe weather or topographical Security Services) conditions, such as mountainous terrain. Route Support An advisor can provide directions subject to cellular carrier equipment limitations. or guidance to anywhere you want to go. In addition, they can help you locate gas stations, rest areas, Global positioning capabilities used to deliver ATMs, hospitals, hotels, stores, eateries and more.
Page 144 Sunroof (If Equipped) The sunroof is also equipped with a sunshade which you can pull forward to block sun rays. If a hand, arm, or other object is blocking the sunroof glass panel as it is closing, the glass panel will stop at the obstruction.
Page 145: Homelink Transmitter
HomeLink Transmitter Programming the Transmitter Do not use the HomeLink Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the “stop and reverse” feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door you are programming.
Page 146 3. Using both hands, press the hand held transmitter Be sure to keep the original hand held transmitter button and the desired button on the HomeLink in case you need to erase and reprogram the Transmitter. Continue to press both buttons HomeLink Transmitter.
Page 147: Operating The Transmitter
Operating the Transmitter Training a Garage Opener with a “Rolling Code” Feature (If Equipped) Press and hold the appropriate button on the HomeLink Transmitter. The indicator light comes on If you have not previously programmed the hand held while the signal is being transmitted. transmitter to the HomeLink Transmitter, see If the hand...
Page 148 3. Return to the HomeLink Transmitter in your vehicle Erasing Channels and firmly press and release the HomeLink To erase all three programmed channels, hold down Transmitter button you have already programmed the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins for two to three seconds.
Page 149 The Instrument Panel Your Information System 2-62...
Page 150 The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Dome Lamp Override Switch L. Hood Release B. Lamp Controls M. Audio Steering Wheel Controls C. Air Outlets N. Center Instrument Panel Utility Block D. Storage Compartment O. Tilt Lever E.
Page 151: Instrument Panel Cluster
Instrument Panel Cluster United States version shown, Canada similar. Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel you have and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically. 2-64...
Page 152: Speedometer And Odometer
Speedometer and Odometer Tachometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both Your tachometer displays the engine speed in miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). revolutions per minute (rpm). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been Warning Lights, Gages driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or and Indicators...
Page 153: Safety Belt Reminder Light
When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on Air Bag Readiness Light when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument there may be a problem, check the section that tells you panel, which shows the air bag symbol.
Page 154 Voltmeter CAUTION: If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the air bag system may not be working properly. The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash.
Page 155: Brake System Warning Light
Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into large number of electrical accessories are operating two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can in the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an still work and stop you.
Page 156: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is With the anti lock brake harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. system, this light will come It may take longer to stop.
Page 157: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Transmission Temperature Gage United States Canada United States Canada This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. When your ignition is on, the gage shows the temperature of the transmission fluid. The normal operating range is It also provides an indicator of how hard your vehicle is from 100 _ F (38 _ C) to about 265 _ F (130 _ C).
Page 158 If the transmission fluid reaches temperatures of The following situations can cause the transmission to approximately 275 _ F (135 _ C) or greater, the message operate at higher temperatures: center will display a TRANS HOT...IDLE ENG warning Towing a trailer message.
Page 159 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service NOTICE: Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada) If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly.
Page 160 This light should come on, as a check to show you it is If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not “If the Light Is On Steady” following. running.
Page 161 Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water? Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs If so, your electrical system may be wet. The condition Some state/provincial and local governments have will usually be corrected when the electrical system or may begin programs to inspect the emission dries out.
Page 162: 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 163 Cruise Light Fuel Gage United States Canada The CRUISE light comes on whenever you set your United States Canada cruise control. See “Cruise Control” in the Index. Tow/Haul Light The fuel gage, when the ignition is on, tells you about how much fuel you have left in your tank.
Page 164: Message Center
Here are some situations you may experience with your Battery fuel gage. None of these indicate a problem with the If this message is displayed fuel gage. when the engine is running, At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the you may have a problem gage reads full.
Page 165 Trans Fluid Hot The following situations can cause the transmission to operate at higher temperatures: Your vehicle has a transmission temperature warning Towing a trailer display contained in the message center. Hot outside air temperatures If the transmission fluid temperature becomes high, Hauling a large or heavy load the message center will Low transmission fluid level...
Page 166 Trans Hot...Idle Engine NOTICE: Your vehicle has a transmission over temperature display contained in the message center. If you keep driving your vehicle with the If this warning message is transmission TRANS HOT...IDLE ENGINE displayed, pull the vehicle message displayed, you can damage the off the roadway when it is transmission.
Page 167: 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 168: Check Eng Oil Pressure
Check Eng Oil Pressure Check Eng Oil Level This message is displayed This message is displayed when the engine oil pressure when the engine oil level is low. is low. See “Oil Pressure Gage” in the Index for Once oil is added, it may need time to drain and settle in more information.
Page 169: Change Engine Oil
Change Engine Oil Low Washer Fluid This message is displayed This message is displayed when the engine oil needs when the vehicle is low on to be changed. The message windshield washer fluid. is only displayed for The message is only 15 seconds at the start of displayed for 15 seconds each ignition cycle.
Page 170 Cargo Door Ajar Secondary Information Center (SIC) This section explains the features of your SIC. The SIC This message is displayed provides instant information about fuel, mileage and when the rear liftglass or vehicle history in addition to allowing you to liftgate is ajar when the personalize certain features of your vehicle.
Page 171 Fuel All information associated with the trip computer will be reset when the RESET button is pressed. Each press of the FUEL button will change the If the RESET button is pressed and held for more display between the fuel remaining range, average than two seconds, all of the trip computer settings fuel economy, instantaneous fuel economy and a will reset starting from the last ignition cycle...
Page 172 Vehicle History Last 15 Days Menu The first press of the arrow button will display the Press the MENU button to choose a feature you would maximum speed and accumulated mileage for the like to personalize (the features are listed below). Each current day.
Page 173 You can just let the SIC exit the personalization Remote Lock Feedback mode on its own by waiting approximately Horn: Horn chirps on second press of the LOCK 15 seconds without touching any buttons. button on the keyless entry transmitter. The SIC will then display the day/date.
Page 174 Headlamp Delay Alarm Warning None: Headlamps do not stay on after the ignition is Horn: Horn will sound when alarm is active. turned to OFF. Lamps: Headlamps and park lamps will cycle on 10/20/30/60/120/180 Seconds: Amount of time and off when alarm is activated. headlamps stay on after the ignition is turned to Horn and Lamps : Horn and lamps will alternate OFF when it is dark (switch must be in auto...
Page 175 Day/Date/Time Language and Personalization Reset The RESET button will enable the operator to reset 1. Press and hold the MENU button. After two seconds, the day/date/time. Each press of the RESET button the display will begin cycling through the languages will scroll through the following: set year, set month, at one second intervals.
Page 176 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 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) Electronic Climate Control System Compact Disc Changer...
Page 177: Comfort Controls
Comfort Controls When both the fan knob and mode knobs are in the AUTO position, the system will then automatically Electronic Climate Control System maintain the desired cabin temperature as selected by the temperature knob. Manual operation is also available. Temperature Knob The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the desired air temperature in your vehicle.
Page 178 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 for heat, the airflow will be directed out of the floor is set in AUTO mode, sensors will control the air outlets.
Page 179 Mode Knob Manual Operation DEFROST: This setting directs most air through the windshield defroster outlets and some through the The right knob on the control panel allows you to outlets. The air conditioning compressor may run to choose the direction of air delivery. dehumidify the air to prevent window fogging.
Page 180 Pressing the recirculation button will cancel outside A/C: Press this button to turn the air air operation. To return to normal system operation and conditioning on and off. The system will cool and to prevent stale passenger compartment air, be sure to dehumidify the air inside the vehicle when the A/C light return to the outside air position.
Page 181 Rear Air Conditioning and Rear Heater To adjust the airflow speed, turn the fan knob located on the left side to the desired setting. (With Sunroof) To regulate the airflow location, adjust the right knob on Your vehicle has the rear air conditioning and rear heater the control panel.
Page 182 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating Systems With this system the rear passengers can control the air temperature and airflow. The climate control has with Electronic Climate Control System three knobs. To adjust the airflow speed, turn the fan knob located on the left side of the control panel to the desired setting.
Page 183: Air Conditioning
Air Conditioning Passenger Compartment Air Filter Your vehicle is equipped with a passenger compartment On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot air filter, which filters outside air entering the vehicle. air inside escape. This reduces the time it takes for your For information on replacing the filter see “Passenger vehicle to cool down.
Page 184: Defogging And Defrosting
Defogging and Defrosting The rear window defogger will only work if the ignition is in RUN. For best results, clear the window of as much On cool, humid days, use defrost to keep the windshield snow or ice as possible first. and side windows clear.
Page 185: Ventilation System
Ventilation System Your vehicle has air outlets in the center and on the For mild outside temperatures when little heating or sides of the instrument cooling is needed, use outside air to direct outside air panel and also may be through your vehicle.
Page 186: Audio Systems
Ventilation Tips Audio Systems Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or Your audio system has been designed to operate easily any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the and defroster will work far better, reducing the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it chance of fogging the inside of your windows.
Page 187: Am-Fm Stereo With Cassette Tape Player
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player RECALL: Display the time with the ignition off by pressing this button. When the radio is playing, press this button to recall the station frequency. SCV: Your system has a feature called Speed Compensated Volume (SCV). With SCV, your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive.
Page 188 SCAN: Press and hold SEEK for two seconds until Press P. SCAN again or one of the pushbuttons to stop SCAN appears on the display. SCAN allows you to scanning to listen to a specific preset station. P. SCAN listen to stations for a few seconds. The receiver will will light up on the display while in this mode.
Page 189 FADE: Press lightly on this knob to release it from its PREV (1): Press the PREV button or the SEEK left stored position. Turn the control clockwise to adjust the arrow to search for the previous selection. A minimum sound to the front speakers and counterclockwise for the three second blank gap is required for the player to stop rear speakers.
Page 190 FWD (6): Press this button to rapidly forward the tape CLN: If this message appears on the display, the to the end of the cassette or until you press FWD again. cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play The radio will play the last selected station while tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible to forwarding the tape.
Page 191: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) The rear seat passengers have control of the volume for each set of headphones. Be aware that the front seat audio controls always have priority over the RSA controls. If the front seat passengers switch the source for the main radio to a remote source, the RSA will play the same remote source.
Page 192 AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 SCAN: Press and hold SEEK until the radio goes into and FM2. If the front passengers are already listening to SCAN mode. SCAN allows you to listen to stations for AM FM, the RSA controller will not switch between the a few seconds.
Page 193: Compact Disc Changer
Compact Disc Changer You must load CDs with the label side up. If you do not, the player will automatically eject the CDs. NOTICE: Loading CDs with adhesive labels will damage the player. To load a CD perform the following steps: The compact disc changer plays up to six standard size CDs continuously.
Page 194 To load two or more CDs perform the To eject all CDs perform the following step: following steps: Press and hold the eject button. 1. Press and hold the LOAD button. The first CD will There are two ways to play a CD. Perform one of be loaded into the lowest numbered empty position.
Page 195 REV (4): Press and hold this button to reverse quickly Compact Disc Changer Errors through a track selection. Release it to resume playing. If ERR appears on the display, it could be one of FWD (6): Press and hold this button to advance quickly the following: through a track selection.
Page 196: Theft - Deterrent Feature
Theft-Deterrent Feature (If Equipped) 1. Write down any three or four digit number from 000 to 1999 and keep it in a safe place separate from THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your the vehicle. radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio 2.
Page 197 Unlocking the Theft Deterrent Feature After a Disabling the Theft Deterrent Feature Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: 1.
Page 198: Audio Steering Wheel Control
Audio Steering Wheel Controls SEEK: Press the up arrow to tune to the next radio station and the down arrow to tune to the previous If your vehicle has this feature, you can control certain radio station. radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel. If a cassette tape or compact disc is playing, the player will advance forward with the up arrow to the next track PROG: Press this...
Page 199: Understanding Radio Reception
Understanding Radio Reception To help avoid hearing loss or damage: Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, and clearly. especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other.
Page 200: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player When using a scrubbing action, non abrasive cleaning cassette, it is normal for the cassette to eject because A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause your unit is equipped with a cut tape detection feature reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged and a cleaning cassette may appear as a broken tape.
Page 201: Care Of Your Compact Discs
After you clean the player, press and hold EJECT for Care of Your Compact Disc Changer five seconds to reset the CLN indicator. The radio will The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised, due to display to show the indicator was reset. the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality lubricants internal to the CD mechanism.
Page 202 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 203: 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 204: 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 205 Since alcohol is carried in body water, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks. The law in many U.S. states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 0.10 percent.
Page 206 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 207: 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 208: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy Your vehicle has anti lock brakes (ABS). ABS is an braking rather than keeping pace with traffic. advanced electronic braking system that will help This is a mistake.
Page 209 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. Here’s how anti lock works.
Page 210: Steering
Remember: Anti lock doesn’t change the time you need Speed-Sensitive Steering to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease This system varies the amount of steering effort stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in proportionate to your vehicle speed.
Page 211: Steering In Emergencies
Suppose you’re steering through a sharp curve. Then you Steering in Emergencies suddenly accelerate. Both control systems steering and There are times when steering can be more effective acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet than braking. For example, you come over a hill and the road.
Page 212: Off - Road Recovery
Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand.
Page 213: Passing
Passing Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a following too closely reduces your area of vision, lane highway waits for just the right moment, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle.
Page 214: Loss Of Control
Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder and Loss of Control start your left lane change signal before moving out Let’s review what driving experts say about what of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal...
Page 215: Operating Your All - Wheel - Drive Vehicle
If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the Operating Your All Wheel Drive accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want Vehicle Off Paved Roads the vehicle to go. If you start steering quickly enough, your vehicle may straighten out. Always be ready for a Many of the same design features that help make your second skid if it occurs.
Page 216 road driving involves some new skills. And that’s why it’s very important that you read this guide. You’ll CAUTION: find many driving tips and suggestions. These will help make your off road driving safer and more enjoyable. Cargo on the load floor piled higher than Before You Go Off-Roading the seatbacks can be thrown forward during a sudden stop.
Page 217: 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 218: Scanning The Terrain
Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful Scanning the Terrain road driving. One of the best ways to control your road driving can take you over many different vehicle is to control your speed. Here are some things kinds of terrain. You need to be familiar with the terrain to keep in mind.
Page 219: Driving On Off-Road Hills
When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain, keep a Driving on Off-Road Hills firm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs or other road driving often takes you up, down or across a surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hands if hill.
Page 220: Approaching A Hill
Approaching a Hill Here are some other things to consider as you approach a hill. When you approach a hill, you need to decide if it’s one Is there a constant incline, or does the hill get sharply of those hills that’s just too steep to climb, descend or steeper in places? cross.
Page 221 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 222 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 223: Driving Downhill
Suppose, after stalling, I try to back down Are there hidden surface obstacles? Ruts? Logs? Boulders? the hill and decide I just can’t do it. What should I do? What’s at the bottom of the hill? Is there a hidden creek bank or even a river bottom with large rocks? Set the parking brake, put your transmission in PARK (P) and turn off the engine.
Page 224 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 Yes! These are important because if you ignore if 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 225: Driving Across An Incline
Driving Across an Incline For reasons like these, you need to decide carefully whether to try to drive across an incline. Just because Sooner or later, an off road trail will probably go across the trail goes across the incline doesn’t mean you the incline of a hill.
Page 226: Stalling On An Incline
Stalling on an Incline CAUTION: If your vehicle stalls when you’re crossing an incline, be sure you (and your passengers) get out on the uphill side, even if the door there is harder to open. If you get Getting out on the downhill (low) side of a vehicle out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll stopped across an incline is dangerous.
Page 227: Driving In Water
This has an effect on steering, accelerating and Driving in Water braking. You may want to reduce the air pressure in Light rain causes no special off road driving problems. your tires slightly when driving on sand. This will But heavy rain can mean flash flooding, and flood improve traction.
Page 228: Driving At Night
Your vehicle will require more frequent service due to road use. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for CAUTION: additional information. Driving at Night Driving through rushing water can be dangerous. Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream and you and your passengers could drown. If it’s only shallow water, it can still wash away the ground from under your tires, and you could lose traction and roll the vehicle over.
Page 229 Here are some tips on night driving. You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several Drive defensively. seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When Don’t drink and drive. you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver who doesn’t lower the high beams, or a vehicle with Since you can’t see as well, you may need to...
Page 230: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction.
Page 231 CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally.
Page 232: 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 the road.
Page 233: City Driving
City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip.
Page 234: 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 235: Before Leaving On A Long Trip
The exit speed is usually posted. Here are some things you can check before a trip: Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? to your sense of motion. After driving for any distance Are all windows clean inside and outside? at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape?
Page 236: Highway Hypnosis
Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
Page 237 If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make CAUTION: your trips safer and more enjoyable. See “Off Road Driving” in the Index for information about Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the driving off road.
Page 238: Winter Driving
Winter Driving Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction.
Page 239 Whatever the condition smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow drive with caution. Accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more. Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road.
Page 240 If You’re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation. You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow. Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers.
Page 241 CAUTION: (Continued) CO could overcome you and kill you. You can’t see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle. Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe.
Page 242: Recreational Vehicle Towing
Recreational Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Your vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the ground, nor was it designed to be towed with only two wheels on the ground. If your vehicle must be towed, see “Towing Your Vehicle” in the Index.
Page 243 To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles, Using heavier suspension components to get added you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle. durability might not change your weight ratings. Ask Your dealer can help you with this. Be sure to spread out your dealer to help you load your vehicle the right way.
Page 244: Towing A Trailer
There’s also important loading information for off road NOTICE: driving in this manual. See “Loading Your Vehicle for Road Driving” in the Index. Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your Towing a Trailer vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty.
Page 245: If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer Three important considerations have to do with weight: the weight of the trailer, If you do, here are some important points: the weight of the trailer tongue There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering.
Page 246: Weight Of The Trailer
Tow/haul may be turned off by pressing the button Weight of the Trailer again, at which time the indicator light on the instrument How heavy can a trailer safely be? panel will turn off. The vehicle will automatically turn off tow/haul every time it is started. It depends on how you plan to use your rig.
Page 247: 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 248: Safety Chains
Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch? Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper If you do, then be sure to seal the holes later when limit for cold tires.
Page 249: Driving With A Trailer
Trailer Brakes Driving with a Trailer If your trailer weighs more than 2,000 lbs. (900 kg) loaded, then it needs its own brakes and they must be CAUTION: adequate. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you’ll be able to install, adjust and If you have a rear most window open and you maintain them properly.
Page 250: Following Distance
Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Following Distance Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of would when driving your vehicle without a trailer.
Page 251: Making Turns
Making Turns Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift NOTICE: down, you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. Making very sharp turns while trailering could You can tow in DRIVE (D).
Page 252: Parking On Hills
Parking on Hills When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down CAUTION: while you: Start your engine; You really should not park your vehicle, with a Shift into a gear; and trailer attached, on a hill.
Page 253: Maintenance When Trailer Towing
Maintenance When Trailer Towing Trailer Wiring Harness Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re Heavy Duty Trailer Wiring Package pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid (don’t overfill), engine oil, axle lubricant, belt, cooling system and brake system.
Page 254 The seven wire harness contains the following Instrument Panel Jumper Wiring Harness trailer circuits: Yellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal Dark Green: Right Stop/Turn Signal Brown: Taillamps White: Ground Light Green: Back up Lamps 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 trailering package.
Page 255 Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers Cooling System Other Warning Devices Engine Fan Noise Jump Starting If a Tire Goes Flat Towing Your Vehicle Changing a Flat Tire Engine Overheating If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow...
Page 256: Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers Press the button located on the top of the steering column all the way down to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in. To turn off the flashers, press the button until the first click and release.
Page 257: Jump Starting
Jump Starting NOTICE: If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage your vehicle. But please use the following steps to to your vehicle that wouldn’t be covered by do it safely.
Page 258 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables 4. Open the hoods and locate the positive (+) and can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching negative ( ) terminal locations on the other vehicle. each other. If they are, it could cause a ground Your vehicle has a remote positive (+) jump starting connection you don’t want.
Page 259 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. CAUTION: The vehicles could be damaged too. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic Using a match near a battery can cause battery things you should know.
Page 260 6. Connect the red 8. Now connect the black positive (+) cable to the negative ( ) cable to positive (+) terminal of the good battery’s the vehicle with the dead negative ( ) terminal. battery. Use a remote Use a remote positive (+) terminal if negative ( ) terminal...
Page 261 9. When connecting the cable, be sure it is not near any engine parts that will move. 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run Jumper Cable Removal the engine for awhile. A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part or part 11.
Page 262: Towing Your Vehicle
2. Disconnect the black negative ( ) cable from Overheated Engine Protection the negative ( ) terminal on the vehicle with the Operating Mode good battery. Should an overheated engine condition exist and the 3. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is displayed, an vehicle with the good battery.
Page 263 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION: (Continued) Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. 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.
Page 264: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes. If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no If the warning doesn’t come back on, you can steam, the problem may not be too serious.
Page 265: Cooling System
Cooling System When the engine is cold, the coolant level When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what should be at or above you’ll see: the FILL COLD mark. If it isn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or...
Page 266 If there seems to be no leak, start the engine again. NOTICE: See if the engine cooling fan speed increases when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down. If it doesn’t, your vehicle needs service. Turn off Engine damage from running your engine the engine.
Page 267 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 can come out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap, is hot.
Page 268 NOTICE: CAUTION: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the Adding only plain water to your cooling system engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other So use the recommended coolant. liquid like alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will.
Page 269 1. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure 3. Then fill the coolant surge tank with the proper cap when the cooling system, including the coolant mixture, to the FILL COLD mark. surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot.
Page 270 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. radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan.
Page 271: 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 272: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. CAUTION: Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people.
Page 273 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Denali Models (Rear Access Panel) A. Speaker Denali Models (Under Driver’s Side Rear Seat) B. Bottle Jack A. Tool Kit with Jack Tools and Gloves C. Wing Nut B. Bracket and Wing Nut D. Retaining Hook E.
Page 274 Denali: The equipment you’ll need is located under the second row passenger’s seat on the driver’s side of the vehicle, and behind the left trim panel on the driver’s side of the vehicle. Skip the first step and follow the last three.
Page 275 Follow these instructions to lower the spare tire: 1. If the vehicle is equipped with a hoist lock (I), open the spare tire lock cover on the bumper and use the ignition key to remove the lock. 2. Assemble the wheel wrench (B) and the two jack handle extensions (C) as shown.
Page 276 The tools you’ll be using include the bottle jack (A), the Attach the wheel wrench to the jack handle extensions wheel blocks (B), the jack handle (C), the jack handle (as needed). Attach the jack handle to the jack. extensions (D), and the wheel wrench (E). If the flat tire is on a rear tire of the vehicle, you’ll need to use both jack handle extensions.
Page 277 To remove the center cap place the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry out. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the jack lift head to the lifting point. 5-23...
Page 278: Spare Tire
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the CAUTION: Spare Tire 1. Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is the wheel nuts. Don’t remove the wheel nuts yet. dangerous.
Page 279 Rear Position 2. For the front position, make sure that the jack is Front Position positioned where the sections of frame overlap. For the rear, make sure the jack head is positioned so that the rear axle is resting securely between the grooves that are on the jack head.
Page 280 3. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the CAUTION: flat tire. Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
Page 281 6. Turn the wheel wrench 5. After mounting the counterclockwise to spare, put the wheel nuts back on with the lower the vehicle. Lower rounded end of the the jack completely. nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each wheel nut by hand. Then use the wheel wrench to tighten the nuts until the wheel is held...
Page 282 7. Tighten the nuts firmly in NOTICE: a crisscross sequence as shown by turning the wheel wrench clockwise. Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification.
Page 283: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 5. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle. Continue turning the wheel wrench until the tire is secure and the cable is tight. The spare tire hoist cannot be overtightened. CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could...
Page 284 For Denali Models: Denali Models (Under Driver’s Side Rear Seat) A. Hoist Assembly E. Valve Stem, A. Tool Kit with Jack Tools and Gloves Pointed Up B. Wheel Wrench B. Bracket and Wing Nut F. Flat or Spare Tire C. Jack Handle Extensions G.
Page 285 1. Put the tool kit, with the jack tools and gloves, in the tool bag and place in the retaining bracket under the second row passenger’s seat on the driver’s side of the vehicle. 2. Tighten down with the wing nut. 3.
Page 286: If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow
For Denali XL Models: 1. Return the tool kit to the tool bag (H) and place them back in the side storage box. 2. Assemble wheel blocks and bottle jack (A) together with the wing nut (C). 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...
Page 287: Using The Recovery Hooks
Using the Recovery Hooks NOTICE: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth, you can destroy your transmission. For information about using tire chains on your vehicle, see “Tire Chains”...
Page 288 CAUTION: The recovery hooks, when used, are under a lot of force. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle. The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back. NOTICE: Never use the recovery hooks to tow the vehicle.
Page 289 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 290: 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 291 Fuel CAUTION: Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher. It is recommended that the gasoline meet specifications which were developed by the American You can be injured and your vehicle could be Automobile Manufacturers Association (AAMA) and damaged if you try to do service work on a endorsed by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Manufacturers vehicle without knowing enough about it.
Page 292 Indicator Lamp” in the Index. If this occurs, return to the specifications described earlier. your authorized GMC dealer for diagnosis to determine the cause of failure. In the event it is determined that the cause of the condition is the type of fuels used, repairs...
Page 293: Fuels In Foreign Countries
Filling Your Tank NOTICE: CAUTION: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol. Don’t use it. It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns plastic and rubber parts. That damage wouldn’t violently, and that can cause very bad injuries.
Page 294 CAUTION: If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather.
Page 295: Filling A Portable Fuel Container
When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right Filling a Portable Fuel Container (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly CAUTION: installed.
Page 296: Checking Things Under The Hood
Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION: Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or rubber. You or others could be burned.
Page 297: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Compartment Overview When you lift the hood on the VORTEC 6000 engine, you’ll see: A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter G. Fan K. Brake Fluid Reservoir B. Coolant Surge Tank H. Remote Negative ( L. Underhood Electrical Center Terminal (GND) C. Air Filter Restriction Indicator M.
Page 298: Engine Oil
Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you If the CHECK ENG OIL get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must LEVEL appears on the be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. instrument panel, it means you need to check your The engine oil dipstick has...
Page 299: When To Add Engine Oil
NOTICE: 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 operating range, your engine could be damaged. The engine oil fill cap is located on the valve cover When to Add Engine Oil on the passenger’s side of...
Page 300: What Kind Of Engine Oil To Use
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol.
Page 301: When To Change Engine Oil
As in the chart shown previously, SAE 5W 30 is best for Engine Oil Additives your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 10W 30 if it’s Don’t add anything to your oil. The recommended oils going to be 0 C) or above. These numbers on an with the starburst symbol are all you will need for good oil container show its viscosity, or thickness.
Page 302: What To Do With Used Oil
How to Reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL Message What to Do with Used Oil To reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message do Did you know that used engine oil contains certain the following: elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer? Don’t let used oil stay on your skin 1.
Page 303: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter The air cleaner assembly has an indicator that lets you know when the engine air cleaner/filter is dirty and needs to be serviced. The indicator is located on the air cleaner cover. Your engine air cleaner/filter is located in the air filter See “Owner Checks and Services”...
Page 304 Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the engine air cleaner/filter. See “Owner Checks and Services” in the Index. CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it stops flame if the engine backfires.
Page 305: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Passenger Compartment Air Filter 4. Install the new filter by reversing the steps listed previously. Be sure to follow any instructions that The filter is located under the instrument panel below may be included in the replacement filter package. the glove compartment. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when To replace the passenger compartment air filter do to replace the passenger compartment air filter.
Page 306: How To Check
How to Check To get the right reading, the fluid should be at normal operating temperature, which is 180 Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may to 200 F (82 C to 93 choose to have this done at the dealership service department. Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50...
Page 307 Checking the Fluid Level Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: 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 lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range.
Page 308: How To Add Fluid
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 309: Rear Axle
Rear Axle If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant When to Check Lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole. The proper level is from 5/8 inch to 1 5/8 inch (15 mm Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how to 40 mm) below the filler plug.
Page 310: Front Axle
How to Check Lubricant What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it.
Page 311 How to Check Lubricant When the differential is cold, add enough lubricant to raise the level to 1/2 inch (12 mm) below the filler plug hole. When the differential is at operating temperature (warm), add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole.
Page 312: 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 313 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 314: Checking Coolant
Checking Coolant CAUTION: The coolant surge tank is located in the engine Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the compartment on the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and passenger’s side of the vehicle. scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little...
Page 315: Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
Adding Coolant Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when the engine is cool. CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts.
Page 316 Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem.
Page 317: Adding Washer Fluid
What to Use Adding Washer Fluid To determine what kind of fluid to use, see “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Always use the proper fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals. Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read...
Page 318: Brake Fluid
Brakes NOTICE: Brake Fluid When using concentrated washer fluid, Your brake master follow the manufacturer’s instructions for cylinder reservoir is adding water. filled with DOT brake fluid. See Don’t mix water with ready use washer “Engine Compartment fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze Overview”...
Page 319 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 320 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 321: Brake Wear
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 322: Replacing Brake System Parts
Replacing Brake System Parts WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many known to the State of California to cause cancer and parts have to be of top quality and work well together reproductive harm.
Page 323: Bulb Replacement
Bulb Replacement Headlamps For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your GM dealership service department. Before you replace any bulbs, be sure that all the lamps are off and the engine isn’t running. See “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index for the proper types of bulbs to use. Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and...
Page 324 Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Daytime Running Lamps A. Low Beam Headlamp B. High Beam Headlamp 1. Pull the headlamp assembly out. 2. Unplug the electrical connector. A. Sidemarker Lamp 3. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and remove it from B. Retainer Clip the headlamp assembly.
Page 325 1. Remove the headlamp assembly as 3. Pull the turn signal housing out from the vehicle. mentioned previously. 4. Press the locking release lever, turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the turn signal housing. 5. Remove the bulb from the bulb socket. 6.
Page 326 Taillamps 2. Remove the rear lamp assembly. 3. Press the release tab and turn the bulb A. Turn Signal Lamp socket counterclockwise to remove it from the B. Back Up Lamp taillamp housing. C. Stoplamp 4. Pull the bulb straight out from the socket.
Page 327: Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear and cracking. See “Wiper Blade Check” in the Index for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For proper type and length, see “Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts”...
Page 328 Underinflated tires pose the same danger as about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see overloaded tires. The resulting accident your GMC Warranty booklet for details. could cause serious injury. Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure.
Page 329 Inflation -- Tire Pressure NOTICE: (Continued) The Certification/Tire label, which is located on the rear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation If your tires have too much air (overinflation), pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” you can get the following: means your vehicle has been sitting for at least Unusual wear...
Page 330: 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 331 When It’s Time for New Tires CAUTION: One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which check the treadwear indicators, which will it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose appear when your tires have after a time.
Page 332: 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 333: 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 334: Wheel Replacement
Temperature A, B, C Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, your vehicle pulling one way or the other, the alignment representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of may need to be reset.
Page 335 Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION: CAUTION: Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. It could affect the braking and dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose air how far it’s been driven.
Page 336: Tire Chains
Tire Chains Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a NOTICE: match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. Don’t use tire chains.
Page 337: Cleaning The Inside Of Your Vehicle
Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. Carefully scrape off any excess stain. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a Alcohol clean area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn.
Page 338: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Cleaning Vinyl Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), Use warm water and a clean cloth. egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine and Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. blood can be removed as follows: You may have to do it more than once.
Page 339: Care Of Safety Belts
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Care of Safety Belts Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces Keep belts clean and dry. of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield CAUTION: under certain conditions.
Page 340: Cleaning The Outside Of Your Vehicle
Cleaning the Outside of the Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months. During very cold, damp weather more Windshield, Backglass and frequent application may be required. See Wiper Blades “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running,...
Page 341: Finish Care
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses NOTICE: Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on instructions under “Washing Your Vehicle.” a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may dull the Finish Care finish or leave swirl marks.
Page 342: Cleaning Tires
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Use chrome polish only on chrome plated wheels, but avoid any painted surface of the wheel, and buff off Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep immediately after application. their luster. Washing with water is all that is usually Don’t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash needed.
Page 343: Chemical Paint Spotting
Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch Although no defect in the paint job causes this, GMC materials available from your dealer or other service will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of outlets.
Page 344 GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials PART NUMBER SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE 994954 23 in. x 25 in. Polishing Cloth – Wax Treated Exterior polishing cloth 1050172 16 oz. (0.473 L) Tar and Road Oil Remover Removes tar, road oil and asphalt 1050173 16 oz.
Page 345: 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 located in the glove box. It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts.
Page 346: 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 347 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 between your thumb and index finger and pull NAME...
Page 348 NAME Usage NAME Usage HVAC 1 Climate Control System WS WPR Windshield Wipers CRUISE Cruise Control, Instrument Cluster IGN 1 Ignition, Instrument Panel IGN 3 Ignition, Power Seats AIR BAG Air Bag Not Used MIR/LOCK Power Mirrors, Power Door Locks CRANK Starting System DR LOCK...
Page 349 Center Instrument Panel Utility 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. HDLNR Headliner VANITY Headliner Wiring TRAILER Trailer Brake Wiring PWR ST Power Seats...
Page 350 Underhood Electrical Center The underhood electrical center is located in the engine compartment near the battery on the driver’s side of the vehicle. Lift the cover for access to the fuse/relay block. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location.
Page 351 6-63...
Page 352 Name Usage Name Usage STUD #1 Accessory Power/Trailer Wiring CHMSL Center High Mounted Stoplamp Feed/Load Leveling VEH STOP Stoplamps, Cruise Control Anti Lock Brakes TRL B/U Backup Lamps Trailer Wiring IGN A Ignition Switch Fuel Controls, Ignition A.I.R. System RR HVAC Rear HVAC RAP #1 Retained Accessory Power, Power...
Page 353 Name Usage Name Usage O2 A Oxygen Sensors FOG LP Fog Lamps (Relay) O2 B Oxygen Sensors RADIO Audio System, Instrument Cluster, Climate Control System LR PRK Left Rear Parking Lamps CIGAR Cigarette Lighter, Auxiliary RR DEFOG Rear Window Defogger, Power Outlets Heated Mirrors RT TURN...
Page 354: Capacities And Specifications
Replacement Bulbs Capacities and Specifications Bulb Number Please refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” Beam Headlamps ..9005 or 9005 (long life) in the Index for more information. See refrigerant charge label under the hood for charge capacity High Beam Headlamps .
Page 355: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Capacities These specifications are for information only. If you have any questions, see the service manual for the *Cooling System ... . 14.8 quarts (14.0 L) chassis or refer to the body manufacturer’s publications. *Cooling System with Oil Filter* .
Page 356 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 B: Owner Checks and Services Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Scheduled Maintenance Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Part E: Maintenance Record...
Page 357: 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 358: 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 359: Using Your Maintenance Schedule
Part A: Scheduled This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them. If you Maintenance Services go to your dealer for your service needs, you’ll know that GM trained and supported service people will Using Your Maintenance Schedule perform the work using genuine GM parts.
Page 360: Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles Footnotes (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the (166 000 km) at the same intervals. The services shown California Air Resources Board has determined that the at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km).
Page 361 Scheduled Maintenance Engine Oil and Chassis Lubrication The system won’t detect dust in the oil. So if you drive in a dusty area, be sure to change your oil and Scheduled Maintenance filter every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or sooner if the Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message appears.
Page 362 Scheduled Maintenance...
Page 363 Scheduled Maintenance...
Page 364 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 365 Scheduled Maintenance 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) DATE Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE 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 366 Scheduled Maintenance 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) DATE Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE under one or more of these conditions: – In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 _ F (32 _ C) or higher.
Page 367 Scheduled Maintenance 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) DATE Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE 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 368 Scheduled Maintenance 67,500 Miles (112 500 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 369 Scheduled Maintenance 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) DATE Replace passenger compartment air filter. If you drive regularly under dusty ACTUAL SERVICED BY: MILEAGE 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 370 Scheduled Maintenance Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if 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 371: At Each Fuel Fill
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 372: 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 373 Weatherstrip Lubrication At Least Once a Year Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them Key Lock Cylinders Service last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth. During very Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D.
Page 374 Starter Switch Check Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION: CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be move suddenly.
Page 375 Ignition Transmission Lock Check Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn set the parking brake. the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. To check the parking brake’s holding ability: The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift With the engine running and transmission in...
Page 376: 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 377: Brake System Inspection
Transfer Case and Front Axle Brake System Inspection (All-Wheel Drive) Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up, binding, leaks, cracks, Every 12 months or at engine oil change intervals, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant rotors for surface condition.
Page 378 Part D: Recommended Fluids USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT and Lubricants Hydraulic Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid Brake System NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, (GM Part No. 12377967 or part number or specification may be obtained from equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid). your dealer.
Page 379 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Front and SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Axle Hood Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant, Rear Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 12378261) Superlube (GM Part or equivalent meeting GM No. 12346241 or equivalent). Specification 9986115. Body Door Multi Purpose Lubricant, Hinge Pins, Transfer Case DEXRON...
Page 380: 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 381 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED READING 7-26...
Page 382 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 383: Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to GMC. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
Page 384 That is why we suggest you follow Step One first help, contact the GMC Consumer Relations Manager by if you have a concern. calling 1-800-GMC-8782 (1-800-462-8782, Customer STEP THREE -- Both General Motors and Assistance prompt).
Page 385: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone
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 386: Gm Mobility Program For Persons
From: GM Mobility Program for Persons Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) with Disabilities 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 This program, available to qualified applicants, can Fax Number: 313-381-0022 reimburse you up to $1,000 Canada toward aftermarket driver General Motors of Canada Limited or passenger adaptive Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 equipment you may require...
Page 387: Roadside Assistance
Maps include points of interest and a list of GMC dealers along the route. Also included is a list of hotels along the route that are discounted through affiliation with “Quest International.”...
Page 388: Canadian Roadside Assistance
The Roadside Assistance services listed are available holidays. Should you have any questions about roadside to retail and retail lease customers operating 2001 GMC assistance, call the GMC Roadside Assistance Center or light duty trucks for a period of 3 years/36,000 miles contact your dealer.
Page 389: Courtesy Transportation
Courtesy Transportation, a customer support Warranty service can generally be completed while you program for new vehicles. wait. However, if you are unable to wait GMC helps The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to minimize your inconvenience by providing several retail purchase/lease customers in conjunction with transportation options.
Page 390: Warranty Information
Courtesy Rental Vehicle Courtesy Transportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options, such as When your vehicle is unavailable due to overnight shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer. warranty repairs, your dealer may arrange to provide Please contact your dealer for specific information about you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for availability.
Page 391: Reporting Safety Defects To The United
REPORTING SAFETY REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO DEFECTS TO THE UNITED THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT STATES GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, Motors of Canada Limited.
Page 392: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
1908 Colonel Sam Drive us. Please call us at 1 8782 Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 8782), or write: Pontiac-GMC Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33172 Detroit, MI 48232 5172 8-11...
Page 393 2001 GMC SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling out the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order, or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.)
Page 394 DAYTIME TELEPHONE NO. CUSTOMER SIGNATURE AREA CODE GM-GMC-ORD99 *(Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring Note to Canadian Customers: All listed prices are quoted in U.S. funds. Canadian residents obligation. Allow ample time for delivery.) are to make checks payable in U.S.

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