GMC Envoy 2003 Owner's Manual
Hide thumbs Also See for Envoy 2003:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

2003 GMC Envoy/Envoy XL Owner Manual
Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1-1
............................................... 1-2
............................................... 1-6
.............................................. 1-9
....................................... 1-30
...................................... 1-51
........................................................ 2-3
....................................... 2-8
................................................. 2-14
.................................................... 2-35
®
...................................... 2-39
®
......................................... 2-44
.................................................. 2-51
Instrument Panel ............................................. 3-1
...................................... 3-21
Audio System(s)
....................................... 3-63
............................ 1-60
............................ 2-17
........... 2-19
............................. 2-40
............................. 2-51
.......................... 3-4
......... 3-34
.................. 3-50
Driving Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-1
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
Towing
................................................... 4-45
Service and Appearance Care .......................... 5-1
Service
..................................................... 5-3
Fuel
......................................................... 5-4
Rear Axle
............................................... 5-48
Four-Wheel Drive
..................................... 5-48
Bulb Replacement
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Tires
...................................................... 5-54
Appearance Care
..................................... 5-80
Vehicle Identification
Electrical System
...................................... 5-89
Capacities and Specifications
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Maintenance Schedule ..................................... 6-1
Maintenance Schedule
Customer Assistance Information .................... 7-1
Customer Assistance Information
Reporting Safety Defects
INDEX ................................................................1
M
............... 5-10
.................................... 5-50
......... 5-52
................................. 5-88
................... 5-102
.... 5-104
................................ 6-2
.................. 7-2
............................ 7-9
..... 4-2

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Summary of Contents for GMC Envoy 2003

  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    2003 GMC Envoy/Envoy XL Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ......1-1 Driving Your Vehicle ........4-1 Front Seats ..........1-2 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..4-2 Rear Seats ..........1-6 Towing ........... 4-45 Safety Belts ..........1-9 Service and Appearance Care ......
  • Page 2: How To Use This Manual

    For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for GMC whenever it appears in this Index manual. A good place to look for what you need is the Index in Please keep this manual in your vehicle, so it will be back of the manual.
  • Page 3 Safety Warnings and Symbols You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. symbol means “Don’t,” We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about “Don’t do this”...
  • Page 4: Vehicle Symbols

    Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols Also, in this book you will find these notices: Your vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols, used on your vehicle, Notice: These mean there is something that could are shown along with the text describing the operation damage your vehicle.
  • Page 5 These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle:...
  • Page 6 NOTES...
  • Page 7 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ............1-2 Top Strap ............1-40 Power Seats ..........1-2 Top Strap Anchor Location ......1-41 Power Lumbar ..........1-2 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Heated Seats ..........1-3 Children (LATCH System) ......1-42 Power Reclining Seatbacks ......1-4 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for Head Restraints ..........1-5 the LATCH System ........1-44...
  • Page 8: Front Seats

    Front Seats • Lift up or push down on the center of the seat control to move the entire seat up or down. • To move the seat forward or rearward, slide the Power Seats seat control forward or rearward. •...
  • Page 9: Heated Seats

    Heated Seats To heat the entire seat, press the horizontal button with the heated seat symbol. Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the temperature settings of high, Your vehicle may have medium, low and off. The indicator lights will glow to heated front seats.
  • Page 10: Power Reclining Seatbacks

    Power Reclining Seatbacks CAUTION: The vertical power seat control described earlier allows the seatback to recline. 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.
  • Page 11: Head Restraints

    Head Restraints Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. The head restraints lock into place when raised. To release the head restraint and lower it, press the tab located on the top of the seatback.
  • Page 12: Rear Seats

    Rear Seats The rear seatback levers are located on the outboard side of the rear Rear Seat Operation seatbacks. Your vehicle may have a folding rear seat which lets you fold the seatbacks down for more cargo space. Pull the seatback toward you as you lift up on the lever. The head restraint will automatically fold out of the way when the seatback is folded down.
  • Page 13: Rear Seats (Envoy Xl)

    Rear Seats (Envoy XL) The second row seat is a 65/35 split seat which may be folded and tumbled. Use this feature for gaining access to the third row seats. To fold and tumble the second row seat(s), do the following: 1.
  • Page 14: Returning The Seats To An Upright Position

    Returning the Seats to an Upright Position Be sure to return the seat to the upright position when you are finished. Never use the third row seat as a To return the seat(s) to the upright position, do the seating position while the second row is folded following: and tumbled.
  • Page 15: Safety Belts

    Safety Belts CAUTION: Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo This part of the manual tells you how to use safety area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a belts properly. It also tells you some things you should collision, people riding in these areas are more not do with safety belts.
  • Page 16: Why Safety Belts Work

    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. When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so it goes.
  • Page 17 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. 1-11...
  • Page 18 The person keeps going until stopped by something. In or the instrument panel... a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 1-12...
  • Page 19: Questions And Answers About Safety Belts

    Questions and Answers About Safety Belts 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 20: How To Wear Safety Belts Properly

    How to Wear Safety Belts Properly If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? This part is only for people of adult size. You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an Be aware that there are special things to know about accident –...
  • Page 21 Lap-Shoulder Belt 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. properly.
  • Page 22 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on 5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this shoulder belt. applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt.
  • Page 23 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 24 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 25 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 26 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 27 To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
  • Page 28: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy

    Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below the rounding, throughout the pregnancy. Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the seriously injured if they don’t wear safety belts.
  • Page 29: Rear Seat Passengers

    Rear Seat Passengers Rear Seat Passenger Positions It is very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who are not safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash.
  • Page 30 Lap-Shoulder Belt When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way All rear seating positions have lap-shoulder belts. Here and start again. If the belt is not long enough, see is how to wear one properly.
  • Page 31 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 lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs.
  • Page 32: Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides For Children And Small Adults

    Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Your vehicle may already have this feature. If not, you can get it from your GM dealer. Rear shoulder belt comfort guides provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults.
  • Page 33 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide The elastic cord must be under the belt and the over the belt and insert the two edges of the guide on top.
  • Page 34 Vehicles With Both a Second and Third Row 1. An elastic cord with a hook end is located in a pocket on the side of the seatback. Remove the guide from its pocket. 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1-23 .
  • Page 35: Safety Belt Extender

    Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you.
  • Page 36: Child Restraints

    Child Restraints What is the proper way to wear safety belts? If possible, an older child should wear a Older Children lap-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 37 What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck? If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window, move the child toward the center of the vehicle.
  • Page 38: Infants And Young Children

    CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-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.
  • Page 39 Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by appropriate CAUTION: restraints. Young children should not use the vehicle’s adult safety belts alone, unless there is no other choice. Instead, they need to use a child restraint. People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle.
  • Page 40 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.
  • Page 41 For most basic types of child restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing a CAUTION: child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle The body structure of a young child is quite safety standards.
  • Page 42: Child Restraint Systems

    Child Restraint Systems A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint.
  • Page 43 A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields. booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a five-point harness.
  • Page 44 When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child How do child restraints work? restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor A child restraint system is any device designed for vehicle safety standards.
  • Page 45: Where To Put The Restraint

    Where to Put the Restraint CAUTION: (Continued) Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We, You may secure a forward-facing child therefore, recommend that child restraints be secured in a rear outside seat position including an infant restraint in the right front seat, but before you riding in a rear-facing infant seat, a child riding in a...
  • Page 46: Top Strap

    Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.” It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle. Some top strap-equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top strap being anchored.
  • Page 47: Top Strap Anchor Location

    Top Strap Anchor Location CAUTION: Each top tether anchor is designed to anchor only one child restraint. Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor to come loose or even break during a crash. A child or others could be injured if this happens.
  • Page 48 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You’ll find anchors (A) in the rear outside seat positions. Envoy XL This system, designed to make installation of child restraints easier, does not use the vehicle’s safety belts. An anchor bracket for a top strap is located at the Instead, it uses vehicle anchors (A,B) and child bottom rear of the seat cushion for each seating position...
  • Page 49 In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, you need a child restraint designed for that system. 1-43...
  • Page 50: Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System

    To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this CAUTION: (Continued) child restraint system, each seating position with a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat the LATCH system has Position” in the Index for information on how a label on the seatback at to secure a child restraint in your vehicle.
  • Page 51: Securing A Child Restraint In A Rear Outside Seat Position

    Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Outside Seat Position Children (LATCH System) on page 1-42 . See Top Strap on page 1-40 if the child restraint has one. There are no top strap anchors at the third row seating positions.
  • Page 52 3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the the retractor to set the lock. safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-46...
  • Page 53 5. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. If you are 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 54: Securing A Child Restraint In The Right Front Seat Position

    Securing a Child Restraint in the Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Seat Position Right Front Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 1-42 . Many child restraints are too wide to be correctly secured in the center rear seat, although some of them will fit there.
  • Page 55 Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. 2. Put the restraint on the seat. Never put a rear facing child restraint in this seat. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder Here’s why: portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint.
  • Page 56 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of 6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor to set the lock. 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.
  • Page 57: Air Bag Systems

    Air Bag Systems This part explains the frontal and side impact air bag systems. Your vehicle has air bags – a frontal air bag for the driver and another frontal air bag for the right front passenger. Your vehicle may also have a side impact air bag.
  • Page 58 Here are the most important things to know about the air bag systems: CAUTION: (Continued) many side crashes. And, for some CAUTION: unrestrained occupants, frontal air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than You can be severely injured or killed in a crash more forceful air bags have provided in the if you aren’t wearing your safety belt –...
  • Page 59 CAUTION: CAUTION: Both frontal and side impact air bags inflate Anyone who is up against, or very close to, with great force, faster than the blink of an any air bag when it inflates can be seriously eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, injured or killed.
  • Page 60: Where Are The Air Bags

    Where Are the Air Bags? There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem.
  • Page 61 The right front passenger’s frontal air bag is in the If your vehicle has one, the driver’s side impact air instrument panel on the passenger’s side. bag is in the side of the driver’s seatback closest to the door. 1-55...
  • Page 62: When Should An Air Bag Inflate

    CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air...
  • Page 63: What Makes An Air Bag Inflate

    If the front of your vehicle goes straight into a wall In any particular crash, no one can say whether an air that doesn’t move or deform, the threshold level for bag should have inflated simply because of the damage the reduced deployment is about 12 to 16 mph to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were.
  • Page 64: How Does An Air Bag Restrain

    How Does an Air Bag Restrain? What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates? In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or After the air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly the instrument panel.
  • Page 65 modules and possibly other parts. The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace CAUTION: (Continued) other parts. • Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic frontal breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in sensor, which helps the sensing system distinguish the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe between a moderate frontal impact and a more to do so.
  • Page 66: Restraint System Check

    Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Restraint System Check Vehicle Checking Your Restraint Systems Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag systems in several places Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light around your vehicle.
  • Page 67: Replacing Restraint System Parts After A Crash

    Replacing Restraint System Parts If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts or LATCH system parts? After a Crash After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new CAUTION: parts.
  • Page 68 NOTES 1-62...
  • Page 69: Features And Controls

    Section 2 Features and Controls Keys ...............2-3 Starting Your Engine ........2-21 Remote Keyless Entry System ......2-5 Engine Coolant Heater ........2-22 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...2-6 Automatic Transmission Operation ....2-23 Four-Wheel Drive ..........2-25 Doors and Locks ..........2-8 Parking Brake ..........2-28 Door Locks ............2-8 Shifting Into Park (P) ........2-29 Power Door Locks ..........2-9...
  • Page 70: Features And Controls

    Section 2 Features and Controls Storage Areas ..........2-44 Convenience Net ..........2-49 Glove Box ...........2-44 Cargo Cover ..........2-50 Overhead Console ........2-44 Sunroof ............2-51 Front Storage Area ........2-45 Vehicle Personalization ........2-51 Luggage Carrier ...........2-48 Memory Seat ..........2-51 Rear Floor Storage Lid ........2-49...
  • Page 71: Keys

    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 72 Notice: Your vehicle has a number of features that This vehicle has one double-sided key for the can help prevent theft. You can have a lot of ignition and door lock. trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock It will fit with either side up.
  • Page 73: Remote Keyless Entry System

    Remote Keyless Entry System At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer Your keyless entry system operates on a radio to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada.
  • Page 74: Remote Keyless Entry System Operation

    Remote Keyless Entry System (Lock): Press lock to lock all the doors. Press lock again within three seconds and the horn will chirp. Operation (Panic): Press the horn symbol to make the horn If your vehicle has this feature, you can lock and unlock sound.
  • Page 75: Battery Replacement

    Battery Replacement To replace the battery in the remote keyless entry transmitter do the following: Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location.
  • Page 76: Doors And Locks

    Doors and Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. You can use the remote keyless entry system. You can use your key to unlock your door from the Door Locks outside. CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. •...
  • Page 77 Power Door Locks Five seconds after the last door is closed, all the doors will lock. You can lock the doors immediately by using the power door lock switch or by pressing the lock The power door lock button on the optional remote keyless entry transmitter switches are located on a second time.
  • Page 78: Programmable Automatic Door Locks

    Programmable Automatic To enter the program mode, do the following: 1. Begin with the ignition off. Then pull the turn Door Locks signal/multifunction lever toward you and hold it there while you perform the next step. Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic lock/unlock feature which enables you to program your vehicle’s 2.
  • Page 79: Programmable Unlocking Feature

    Programmable Unlocking Feature 2. Turn the key to RUN and LOCK twice. Then, with the key in LOCK, release the turn signal/multifunction The following is the list of available programming lever. Once you do this, you will hear the lock switch options: lock and unlock, the horn will chirp twice, and a 30 second program timer will begin.
  • Page 80: Leaving Your Vehicle

    Rear Door Security Locks The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside while this feature is in use. If you want to open the rear door while the security lock is on, unlock the Your vehicle may have this feature. You can lock the door and open the door from the outside.
  • Page 81: Liftgate Release

    Liftgate/Liftglass Liftgate Release To unlock the liftgate, you may use the power door locks or the keyless entry system described earlier. CAUTION: On some vehicles the liftglass will also unlock when the liftgate is unlocked. Press the pushbutton on the liftglass to open it.
  • Page 82: Windows

    Windows CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather.
  • Page 83: Power Windows

    Power Windows The controls for the power windows are located on the armrest on each of the side doors. With power windows, the switches operate the windows when the ignition is in RUN, ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. The driver’s door has a switch for each of the passenger’s windows as well.
  • Page 84: Sun Visors

    Express–Down Window Sun Visors The driver’s and front passenger’s window switches To block out glare, you can pull the visor down. You have an express-down feature that allows you to lower can also slide the visor along the rod from side-to-side the window without holding the switch down.
  • Page 85: Theft-Deterrent Systems

    Theft-Deterrent Systems 3. Close all doors. The SECURITY light should go off after approximately 30 seconds. The alarm is not armed until the SECURITY light goes off. Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent If a locked door is opened without the key or the remote features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it keyless entry transmitter, the alarm will go off.
  • Page 86: Testing The Alarm

    ® Testing the Alarm Passlock Your vehicle is equipped with the The alarm can be tested by following these steps: ® Passlock theft-deterrent system. 1. From inside the vehicle, lower the driver’s window ® Passlock is a passive theft-deterrent system. and open the driver’s door.
  • Page 87: Starting And Operating Your Vehicle

    Starting and Operating Your Ignition Positions Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In 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 88: Retained Accessory Power (Rap)

    Notice: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you Retained Accessory Power (RAP) can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if Your vehicle is equipped with a Retained Accessory so, is it all the way in? Turn the key only with Power (RAP) feature which will allow certain features of your hand.
  • Page 89: Starting Your Engine

    Starting Your Engine When starting your engine in very cold weather (below 0°F or −18°C), do this: Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the Your engine won’t start in any other position–that’s ignition key to START and hold it there up to a safety feature.
  • Page 90: Engine Coolant Heater

    Engine Coolant Heater CAUTION: Your vehicle may have this feature. In very cold weather, 0°F (-18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant could cause an electrical shock.
  • Page 91: Automatic Transmission Operation

    Automatic Transmission Operation CAUTION: There are several different positions for your gear shift lever. If you have four-wheel drive, your vehicle will PARK (P): This position locks the rear wheels. It’s the be free to roll — even if your shift lever is in best position to use when you start the engine PARK (P) —...
  • Page 92 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. On cold days, about 32° F (0°C) or colder, your transmission is designed to shift differently until the Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle engine reaches normal operating temperature. This is is moving forward could damage your transmission.
  • Page 93: Automatic Transfer Case

    Automatic Transfer Case FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the If your vehicle is equipped selector lever is put in FIRST (1) while the vehicle with four-wheel drive, the is moving forward, the transmission won’t shift into first...
  • Page 94 4HI (Four-Wheel High): Use 4HI when you need extra An indicator light in the knob will show you which traction, such as on snowy or icy roads or in most position the transfer case is in. The indicator lights will off-road situations.
  • Page 95 Shifting into 4LO If the knob is turned to 4HI, A4WD or 2HI when your vehicle is in gear and/or moving, the 4HI, A4WD or 2HI To shift to 4LO, the vehicle’s engine must be running indicator light will flash for 30 seconds. It will not and the vehicle must be stopped or moving less complete the shift unless your vehicle is moving less than 2 mph (3.2 km/h) with the transmission in...
  • Page 96: Parking Brake

    Shifting Out of NEUTRAL Parking Brake To shift the transfer case out of NEUTRAL, do the To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal following: down with your right foot and pull up on the parking 1. Set the parking brake and apply the regular brake lever.
  • Page 97: Shifting Into Park (P)

    Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your parking brake to overheat. You may have CAUTION: (Continued) to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle. use the steps that follow. With four-wheel If you are towing a trailer and you must park on a hill, drive, your vehicle will be free to roll —...
  • Page 98: Leaving Your Vehicle With The Engine Running

    Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this: Running CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set.
  • Page 99: Shifting Out Of Park (P)

    If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine When you are ready to drive, move the shift lever out of running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and your PARK (P) before you release the parking brake. parking brake is firmly set before you leave it.
  • Page 100: Parking Over Things That Burn

    Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. 2-32...
  • Page 101: Engine Exhaust

    Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You Are Parked CAUTION: It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you 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 102 CAUTION: CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle If you have four-wheel drive, your vehicle will if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with be free to roll — even if your shift lever is in the parking brake firmly set.
  • Page 103: Mirrors

    Mirrors Mirror Operation When turned on, this mirror automatically dims to the proper level to minimize glare from any headlamps Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror behind you after dark. ® with OnStar and Compass (On/Off): This is the on/off button for the automatic dimming feature and compass.
  • Page 104: Compass Variance

    Compass Variance Compass variance is the difference between earth’s magnetic north and true geographic north. The mirror is set to zone eight upon leaving the factory. It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight. Under certain circumstances, such as during a long distance cross-country trip, it will be necessary to adjust for compass variance.
  • Page 105: Outside Power Mirrors

    Outside Manual Mirrors The control is located on the driver’s door. 1. Twist the knob toward the mirror you desire to Adjust your outside mirrors so you can see a little of the adjust. side of your vehicle. 2. Move the knob in the direction you want the mirror Fold the mirrors in before entering a car wash.
  • Page 106: Outside Convex Mirror

    Outside Convex Mirror Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror with Curb View Assist A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. If your vehicle has this feature, the driver’s and/or passenger’s outside mirror will adjust to a preset tilt position while the vehicle is in REVERSE (R) gear.
  • Page 107: Onstar System

    ® ® OnStar System OnStar Services One of the following plans is normally included for a specific duration with each vehicle equipped with ® ® OnStar . You can upgrade or extend your OnStar service plan to meet your needs. Safe and Sound Plan •...
  • Page 108: Homelink Transmitter

    ® Luxury and Leisure Plan HomeLink Transmitter • All Directions and Connections Plan services • Personal Concierge ® OnStar Personal Calling ® With OnStar Personal Calling, you have a safer way to stay connected while driving. It’s a hands-free wireless phone that’s integrated into your vehicle.
  • Page 109: Programming The Homelink Transmitter

    This device complies with RSS- 210 of Industry Canada. Keep the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as ® Operation is subject to the following two conditions: well as for future HomeLink programming. It is also (1) this device may not cause interference, and recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle, ®...
  • Page 110 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the desired 6. Locate in the garage, the garage door opener ® button on HomeLink and the hand-held transmitter receiver (motor-head unit). Locate the “Learn” button. Do not release the buttons until Step 4 or “Smart”...
  • Page 111: Gate Operator And Canadian Programming

    ® Gate Operator and Canadian Erasing HomeLink Buttons Programming To erase programming from the three buttons do the following: Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to “time out” or quit after several seconds of 1. Press and hold down the two outside buttons until transmission.
  • Page 112: Overhead Console

    Resetting Defaults Overhead Console ® To reset HomeLink to default settings do the following: Your vehicle may have this 1. Hold down the two outside buttons for about feature. The overhead 20 seconds until the indicator light begins to flash. console includes sunglasses storage, a ®...
  • Page 113: Travel Note Recorder

    Travel Note Recorder Front Storage Area If your vehicle has this console compartment, squeeze the front lever while lifting the top to open it. You can store cassettes and compact discs in the slots in front of the compartment. Your vehicle’s console will be equipped with cupholders located on the front and rear of the storage compartment.
  • Page 114: Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover

    Rear Compartment Storage Panel/Cover CAUTION: Your vehicle may have this feature. If you were to carry things on the adjustable shelf when it is in the upper (cargo cover) position, then during a sudden vehicle movement or a crash those things could be thrown around in the vehicle.
  • Page 115 Lower Position Vertical Position Insert the front corners of the panel into the lower Insert the front corners of the panel into the vertical guides and slide the panel forward. Press down on the guides behind the seatbacks and slide the panel down. back of the panel to lock it in place.
  • Page 116: Luggage Carrier

    Luggage Carrier To slide the crossrails to where you want them, pull up on the lever on each side of the crossrail. This will release the crossrail and allow you to slide it. When the crossrail is where you want it, press down on the CAUTION: levers to lock it into place.
  • Page 117: Convenience Net

    Rear Floor Storage Lid Convenience Net Your vehicle may have this feature. A convenience net in the rear of your vehicle helps keep small items, CAUTION: like gloves and light clothing in place during sharp turns or quick stops and starts. If any removable convenience item isn’t The net is not designed to retain these items during secured properly, it can move around in a...
  • Page 118: Cargo Cover

    Cargo Cover CAUTION: If your vehicle has a cargo cover, you can use it to cover items in the cargo area of your vehicle. An improperly stored cargo cover could be To install the cargo cover, do the following: thrown about the vehicle during a collision or 1.
  • Page 119: Sunroof

    Sunroof Vehicle Personalization Your vehicle may be equipped with a power sliding Memory Seat sunroof. To open or close your sunroof, the ignition must be on or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be active. Your vehicle may have this feature. The controls are Press and release the back of the button in the overhead located on the driver’s console to open the sunroof.
  • Page 120 A second mirror and seating position can be Two personalized exit positions can be set by first programmed by repeating the procedure with a second recalling the driver’s position (by pressing 1 or 2), then driver and pressing button 2 for three seconds. Each positioning the seat in the desired exit position for time button 1 or 2 is pressed and released while that driver.
  • Page 121: Instrument Panel

    Section 3 Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview .......3-4 Air Bag Readiness Light ........3-37 Hazard Warning Flashers ........3-6 Charging System Light ........3-38 Other Warning Devices ........3-6 Voltmeter Gage ..........3-39 Horn .............3-7 Brake System Warning Light ......3-39 Tilt Wheel .............3-7 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light .....3-41 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ......3-7 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ....3-41 Exterior Lamps ..........3-15...
  • Page 122 Section 3 Instrument Panel Audio System(s) ..........3-63 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ......3-105 Setting the Time ...........3-63 DVD Distortion ..........3-105 Radio with CD ..........3-64 Understanding Radio Reception ....3-105 Radio with Cassette and CD ......3-71 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ....3-106 Radio with Six-Disc CD .........3-81 Care of Your CDs and DVDs ......3-107 Rear Seat Entertainment System ....3-92...
  • Page 123 NOTES...
  • Page 124: Instrument Panel Overview

    Instrument Panel Overview...
  • Page 125: Driver Information Center (Dic)

    J. Hood Release. See Hood Release on page 5-10 . The main components of your instrument panel are the following: K. Driver Information Center (DIC) Steering Wheel A. Exterior Lamp Controls. See Exterior Lamps on Controls. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-15 .
  • Page 126: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Hazard Warning Flashers The button for the hazard warning flashers is located on top of the steering column. The hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in. Press the button all the way down to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off.
  • Page 127: Horn

    Horn Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever To sound the horn, press the horn symbols on the steering wheel pad. Tilt Wheel You should adjust the steering wheel before you drive. The tilt lever is located to the left of the steering column, under the turn signal lever.
  • Page 128 Turn and Lane Change Signals If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when you signal The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two a turn, check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers downward (for left) positions.
  • Page 129 Windshield Wipers When the high beams are on, this indicator light on the instrument panel (Mist): For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to cluster will also be on. mist. Hold it there until the wipers start. Then let go. The wipers will stop after one wipe.
  • Page 130: Windshield Washer

    Rainsense™ Wipers Windshield Washer Your vehicle may be equipped with (Windshield Washer): To spray washer fluid on the Rainsense™ windshield wipers. When active, these windshield, press the windshield washer paddle. The wipers are able to detect moisture on the windshield and wipers will clear the window and then either stop automatically turn on the wipers.
  • Page 131: Headlamp Washer

    Rear Window Washer/Wiper Headlamp Washer This control is located to Your vehicle may be the right of the steering equipped with a headlamp wheel on the instrument washer system. The panel. button to operate this feature is located on the instrument panel and functions separately from your other washer...
  • Page 132: Cruise Control

    Cruise Control With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long The cruise controls are trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below located on the end of the about 25 mph (40 km/h).
  • Page 133 CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the United States Canada cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control.
  • Page 134 Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Using Cruise Control on Hills Control How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the There are two ways to go to a higher speed: hills.
  • Page 135: Automatic Headlamp System

    Exterior Lamps (Parking Lamps): Turn the knob to this symbol to manually turn on the following: Your exterior lamps knob • Parking Lamps is located on your • Sidemarker Lamps instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. • Taillamps •...
  • Page 136: Lamps On Reminder

    There is a delay in the transition between the daytime To turn the tone off, turn the knob all the way and nighttime operation of the Daytime Running counterclockwise. In the automatic mode, the headlamps Lamps (DRL) and the automatic headlamp systems, so turn off once the ignition key is in LOCK.
  • Page 137: Fog Lamps

    Fog Lamps Interior Lamps Your vehicle may have this feature. Use your fog lamps Instrument Panel Brightness for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. Your ignition must be in RUN for your fog lamps to work. Press the knob located next to the exterior lamps The fog lamp button is knob to extend it.
  • Page 138: Exit Lighting

    Dome Lamp Override Entry Lighting Your vehicle is equipped with entry lighting. The dome override button is located below the When a door is opened, the dome lamps will come on if exterior lamps knob. the dome override button is in the “out” position. When all the doors are closed, the lamps will stay on for a short period of time and will then turn off automatically.
  • Page 139: Reading Lamps

    Reading Lamps If the battery run-down protection shuts off the interior lamps, it may be necessary to do one of the following to return to normal operation: • Shut off all lamps and close all doors, or • turn the ignition key to RUN. This feature will also turn off the parking lamps and headlamps under most circumstances, if they are left on.
  • Page 140: Ashtrays And Cigarette Lighter

    Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adaptor fuses. If you experience a Your vehicle may have this feature. The ashtray is problem, see your dealer for additional information removable and fits into the front cupholder.
  • Page 141: Climate Controls

    Climate Controls To change the current mode, select one of the following: (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument Dual Climate Control System panel outlets. (Bi-Level): This mode directs about half of the air With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle.
  • Page 142: Defogging And Defrosting

    Defogging and Defrosting Temperature Control Driver’s Side: The lever on the left side of the climate Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity control panel is used to raise or lower the temperature (moisture) condensing on the cool window glass. This on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
  • Page 143: Rear Window Defogger

    Rear Window Defogger Outlet Adjustment Your vehicle may have this feature. The lines you see Use the air outlets located in the center and on the side on the rear window warm the glass. of your instrument panel to direct the airflow. Ventilation System For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed, use the vent setting to direct outside...
  • Page 144: Dual Automatic Climate Control System

    Operation Tips Dual Automatic Climate Control • System Keep the hood and front air inlets free of ice, snow, or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The Your vehicle may have the optional dual automatic heater and defroster will work far better, reducing climate control system.
  • Page 145: Automatic Operation

    Automatic Operation (Mode): Press this button to manually select the air delivery mode to the floor, instrument panel, or AUTO (Automatic): When automatic operation is windshield outlets. The system will stay in the selected active, the system will control the inside temperature, mode until the mode button is pressed again or the the air delivery mode, and the fan speed.
  • Page 146: Manual Operation

    Manual Operation (Floor): This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets. Some air also comes out of the defroster To change the current setting, select one of the and side window outlets. The recirculation button cannot following: be selected in floor mode.
  • Page 147 Rear Window Defogger You may notice a slight change in engine performance when the air-conditioning compressor shuts off and The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to turns on again. This is normal. remove fog from the rear window. (Air Conditioning Off): When you turn the air <...
  • Page 148: Operation Tips

    Outlet Adjustment Operation Tips • Keep the hood and front air inlets free of ice, snow, Use the air outlets located in the center and on the side or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The of your instrument panel to direct the airflow. heater and defroster will work far better, reducing Ventilation System the chance of fogging the inside of your windows.
  • Page 149: Rear Climate Control System

    Rear Climate Control System If your vehicle has the rear seat audio system, the lower buttons are used to adjust the rear seat climate controls. The temperature of the air coming through the Your Envoy has one of the following rear climate control rear outlets is determined by the front passenger’s systems.
  • Page 150 Outlet Adjustment The left button with the up and down arrows on it regulates the fan speed. The right button can be used to change the direction of airflow (upper, bi-level or floor) to the rear seat area. To turn the rear climate controls off, press the middle button.
  • Page 151 Envoy XL (Panel): When panel mode is selected in the front controller, the rear system will distribute air from the four To operate the rear air conditioning system, the front air headliner outlets. conditioning system must be on. With the front air conditioning system off, the rear system controls can (Bi-level): When bi-level mode is selected in the only be used to circulate air in the rear of the vehicle.
  • Page 152 Envoy XL Envoy XL Turn the knobs on the control panel to choose a fan Press the buttons at the bottom of the audio control speed, temperature and direction of airflow. panel to adjust the fan speed, mode and temperature for the rear passengers.
  • Page 153: Steering Wheel Climate Controls

    Steering Wheel Climate Controls Climate Controls Personalization If your vehicle is equipped with the Driver Information You can adjust the fan Center (DIC), you can store and recall the climate speed and temperature of control settings for temperature, air delivery mode and the front climate control fan speed for two different drivers.
  • Page 154: Warning Lights, Gages And Indicators

    Warning Lights, Gages and Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages Indicators and warning lights work together to let you know when there’s a problem with your vehicle. This part describes the warning lights and gages that When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on may be on your vehicle.
  • Page 155: Instrument Panel Cluster

    Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel you’ve used, and many other thing you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically.
  • Page 156: Speedometer And Odometer

    Speedometer and Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero. Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). The trip odometer is part of the Driver Information Center (DIC).
  • Page 157: Safety Belt Reminder Light

    Safety Belt Reminder Light Air Bag Readiness Light When the key is turned to RUN, a chime will come on There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument for several seconds to remind people to fasten their panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system safety belts, unless the driver’s safety belt is already checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions.
  • Page 158: Charging System Light

    Charging System Light If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving, your air bag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle The charging system light serviced right away. will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition, but the engine is not...
  • Page 159: Voltmeter Gage

    Voltmeter Gage You can only drive for a short time with the reading in either warning zone. If you must drive, turn off all unnecessary accessories. When your engine is not Readings in either warning zone indicate a possible running, but the ignition is problem in the electrical system.
  • Page 160 If the warning light comes on, there could be a brake If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push.
  • Page 161: Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light

    Anti-Lock Brake System Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Warning Light With the anti-lock brake system, this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds. That’s normal. A chime may also sound when the light comes on.
  • Page 162: Malfunction Indicator Lamp

    Malfunction Indicator Lamp This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle. This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction. Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Notice: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while, your emission controls Canada...
  • Page 163: If The Light Is On Steady

    This light should come on, as a check to show you it is If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “If working, when the ignition is on and the engine is the Light Is On Steady” following. not running.
  • Page 164: Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs

    Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Have you recently changed brands of fuel? Programs If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-4 . Poor fuel quality will Some state/provincial and local governments have or cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed.
  • Page 165: 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 166: Change Engine Oil Light

    Change Engine Oil Light Security Light United States Canada United States Canada This light is displayed when the engine oil needs to be This light will come on briefly when you turn the key changed. toward START. The light will stay on until the engine starts.
  • Page 167: Cruise Control Light

    Cruise Control Light Reduced Engine Power Light United States Canada United States Canada Your vehicle may have this feature. The CRUISE light This light is displayed when a noticeable reduction in appears whenever you set your cruise control. the vehicle’s performance may occur. The vehicle may be driven at a reduced speed when the reduced engine power light is on but acceleration and speed may be reduced.
  • Page 168: Service Four-Wheel Drive Warning Light

    Service Four-Wheel Drive Check Gages Warning Light Warning Light United States Canada United States Canada The CHECK GAGES light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine. This light should come on briefly when you turn on the If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving, ignition, as a check to show you it is working.
  • Page 169: Gate Ajar Light

    Gate Ajar Light Fuel Gage United States Canada If this light comes on, your liftgate or liftglass is ajar. Try closing the liftgate or liftglass again. Never drive with United States Canada the liftgate or liftglass even partially open. When the ignition is on, the fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have remaining.
  • Page 170: Low Fuel Warning Light

    Driver Information Center (DIC) Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage: Your vehicle may have this feature. The DIC display • At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off before is located on the instrument panel cluster above the gage reads full.
  • Page 171: Trip Information

    Odometer C. Personalization: Press this button to change personal settings for some of the options on your Press the trip information button until the odometer vehicle. appears on the display. This shows the total distance D. Select: Press this button to reset certain functions the vehicle has been driven in either miles or kilometers.
  • Page 172: Fuel Information

    Average Fuel Economy Time will continue to be counted as long as the ignition is on, even if another display is being shown on the Press the fuel information button until AVG appears in DIC. The timer will record up to 99 hours, 59 minutes the display.
  • Page 173 • Always reset the engine oil life after an oil change. To EASY EXIT DRIVER SEAT reset the Oil Life System press and hold the select • DISPLAY UNITS (E/M) button while ENGINE OIL LIFE is displayed. • DISPLAY LANGUAGE The oil change reminder does not measure how much The driver’s preferences are recalled by pressing the oil you have in your engine.
  • Page 174: Automatic Locking

    If you choose LAMPS, the headlamps will flash when Press the personalization button while your choice is the alarm is active. displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature. For more information on automatic door locks Choose one of the four options and press the see Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 2-10 .
  • Page 175: Perimeter Lighting

    If you choose for the driver’s door to unlock in park, the If you choose seat recall on remote, the memory seat driver’s door will be unlocked when the vehicle is position you saved will be recalled when you unlock the shifted into PARK (P).
  • Page 176 Remote Lock Feedback Remote Unlock Feedback Press the personalization button until REMOTE LOCK Press the personalization button until REMOTE FEEDBACK appears in the display. To select your UNLOCK FEEDBACK appears in the display. To select personalization for the feedback you will receive when your personalization for the feedback you will receive locking the vehicle with the remote keyless entry when unlocking the vehicle with the remote keyless entry...
  • Page 177 Headlamps on at Exit Mirror Curbview Assist Press the personalization button until HEADLAMPS ON Press the personalization button until MIRROR AT EXIT appears in the display. To select your CURBVIEW ASSIST appears in the display. To select personalization for how long the headlamps will stay on your personalization for tilt mirror in reverse, press when you turn off the vehicle, press the select button the select button while MIRROR CURBVIEW ASSIST is...
  • Page 178 Easy Exit Driver Seat Display Units (ENG/MET) Press the personalization button until EASY EXIT Press the personalization button until DISPLAY UNITS DRIVER SEAT appears in the display. To select your appears in the display. To select English or metric, personalization for seat position exit, press the press the select button while DISPLAY UNITS is select button while EASY EXIT DRIVER SEAT is displayed on the DIC.
  • Page 179 Display Language Select To select your personalization for display language, The select button is used to reset certain functions and press the select button while DISPLAY LANGUAGE is turn off or acknowledge messages on the DIC display. displayed on the DIC. Pressing the select button The select button also toggles through the options will scroll through the available languages: available in each personalization menu.
  • Page 180: Dic Warnings And Messages

    DIC Warnings and Messages OIL PRESSURE LOW/STOP ENGINE If low oil pressure levels occur, this message will Warning messages are displayed on the DIC to notify be displayed on the DIC. Stop the vehicle as soon as the driver that the status of the vehicle has changed and safely possible and do not operate it until the cause that some action may be needed by the driver to of the low oil pressure has been corrected.
  • Page 181: Service Brake System

    SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM FUEL LEVEL LOW If a problem occurs with the brake system this message If the fuel level is low in the vehicle’s gas tank this will appear on the DIC. If this message appears, stop message will appear on the DIC and you will hear a as soon as possible and turn off the vehicle.
  • Page 182: Ice Possible

    ICE POSSIBLE LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR If the outside temperature reaches a level where ice If the driver’s side rear door is not fully closed this could form on the roadway, this message may appear message will appear on the display and you will hear a on the DIC.
  • Page 183: Audio System(S)

    Audio System(s) Setting the Time Your radio may have a button marked with an H or HR Notice: Before you add any sound equipment to to represent hours and an M or MIN to represent your vehicle – like a tape player, CB radio, mobile minutes.
  • Page 184: Radio With Cd

    Radio with CD AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): With automatic volume, your audio system will adjust automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive by increasing the volume as vehicle speed increases. Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select LOW, MEDIUM or HIGH.
  • Page 185: Finding A Station

    Finding a Station Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations and FM2. The display will show your selection. (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2) by performing the TUNE: Turn this knob to choose radio stations.
  • Page 186 Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: Press and release the AUDIO knob until BASS AUDIO: To adjust the balance to the right and the or TREB appears on the display. Turn the knob to left speakers, push and release the AUDIO knob until increase or to decrease.
  • Page 187: Using Rds

    Using RDS DISP (Display): Press this knob to change what appears on the display while using RDS. The display Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data options are station name, RDS station frequency, System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only PTY and the name of the program (if available).
  • Page 188: Rds Messages

    AM FM (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency If the whole message is not displayed, parts of it will allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the appear every three seconds. To scroll through the same program type. Press and hold AM FM for two message at your own speed, press the INFO button seconds to turn alternate frequency on.
  • Page 189: Radio Messages

    Radio Messages Do not add paper labels to discs, they could get caught in the CD player. CAL ERR (Calibration Error): This message is Do not play 3 inch discs without a standard adapter displayed when the radio has not been calibrated disc.
  • Page 190: Compact Disc Messages

    4 FWD (Forward): Press and hold this pushbutton to CD AUX (Auxiliary): Press this button to play a CD advance quickly within a track. Press and hold this when listening to the radio. pushbutton for less than two seconds to advance at six EJT (Eject): Press this button to eject a CD.
  • Page 191: Radio With Cassette And Cd

    Radio with Cassette and CD Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select LOW, MEDIUM or HIGH. AVOL will appear on the display. Each higher setting will allow for more volume compensation as vehicle speed increases. NONE will appear on the display if the radio cannot determine the vehicle speed.
  • Page 192 Finding a Station Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, and FM2. The display will show your selection. six FM1 and six FM2) by performing the following TUNE: Turn this knob to choose radio stations.
  • Page 193 ® Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) If your vehicle has the Bose radio, press the AUTO TONE button to enhance the audio performance for different passengers in the vehicle. AUDIO: Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS or TREB appears on the display. Turn the knob to The setting last chosen will appear on the display when increase or to decrease.
  • Page 194 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Using RDS Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data AUDIO: To adjust the balance to the right and the System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only left speakers, push and release the AUDIO knob until on FM stations that broadcast RDS information.
  • Page 195 DISPL (Display): Press this knob to change what If the radio cannot find the desired program type, NONE appears on the display while using RDS. The display will appear on the display and the radio will return to options are station name, RDS station frequency, the last station you were listening to.
  • Page 196 INFO (Information): If the current station has a If the current tuned station does not broadcast traffic message, the information symbol will appear on the announcements, press this button and the radio display. Press this button to see the message. The will seek to a station that does.
  • Page 197: Playing A Cassette Tape

    Playing a Cassette Tape current selection has been playing from 3 to 13 seconds, it will go to the beginning of the previous selection or Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are the beginning of the current selection, depending upon up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side.
  • Page 198: Cassette Tape Messages

    Cassette Tape Messages 4 FWD (Forward): Press this pushbutton to advance quickly to another part of the tape. Press this pushbutton again to return to playing speed. The radio will play while CHK TAPE (Check Tape): If CHK TAPE appears on the tape advances.
  • Page 199 Playing a Compact Disc track has been playing for more than eight seconds, it will go to the beginning of the current track. TRACK and Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The the track number will appear on the display. If you player will pull it in and the disc should begin playing.
  • Page 200 6 RDM (Random): Press this pushbutton to hear the EJT (Eject): Press this button to stop a CD when tracks in random, rather than sequential, order. RDM ON it is playing or to eject a CD when it is not playing. will appear on the display.
  • Page 201: Radio With Six-Disc Cd

    Radio with Six-Disc CD Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select LOW, MEDIUM or HIGH. AVOL will appear on the display. Each higher setting will provide more volume compensation as vehicle speed increases. The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive.
  • Page 202 Finding a Station Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations and FM2. The display will show your selection. (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2) by performing the TUNE: Turn this knob to select radio stations.
  • Page 203 Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: Push the AUDIO knob until BASS, MID or AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right TREB appears on the display. Turn the knob to increase and the left speakers, push the AUDIO knob until BAL or to decrease.
  • Page 204 Using RDS Finding a PTY Station Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data To select and find a desired PTY perform the following: System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only 1. Press the P-TYPE button. P-TYPE and the last on FM stations that broadcast RDS information.
  • Page 205: Setting Preset Ptys

    Setting Preset PTYs SCAN: You can also scan through the channels within a category by performing the following: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your 1. Press the P-TYPE button. P-TYPE and the last favorite PTYs. These buttons have factory PTY presets. selected PTY will be displayed on the screen.
  • Page 206 RDS Messages TRAF (Traffic): If TRAF appears on the display, the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements. To receive the traffic announcement from the tuned ALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies. station, press this button. Brackets will be displayed When an alert announcement comes on the current around TRAF and when a traffic announcement comes radio station, ALERT! will appear on the display.
  • Page 207 Playing a Compact Disc 3. Wait for the light, located to the right of the slot, to turn green. The integral CD player can play the smaller 8 cm single 4. Load a disc. Insert the disc partway into the slot, discs with an adapter ring.
  • Page 208: Playing A Specific Loaded Compact Disc

    To load more than one disc but less than six, complete LOAD CD (Eject): Pressing the CD eject side of Steps 1 through 3. When you have finished loading this button will eject a single disc or multiple discs. discs, with the radio on or off, press the LOAD side of To eject the disc that is currently playing, press the LOAD CD button to cancel the loading function.
  • Page 209 RDM (Random): With random, you can listen to the REV (Reverse): Press and hold this button to tracks in random, rather than sequential, order, on one reverse quickly within a track. You will hear sound at a disc or on all of the discs. To use random, do one reduced volume.
  • Page 210: Using Song List Mode

    Using Song List Mode SCAN : To scan one disc, press and hold either SCAN arrow for more than two seconds until SCAN The integrated six-disc CD changer has a feature called appears on the display and you hear a beep. Use this song list.
  • Page 211 If you attempt to save more than 20 selections, S-LIST To delete the entire song list, perform the following FULL will appear on the display. steps: 1. Turn the disc player on. To play the song list, press the SONG LIST button. One beep will be heard and S-LIST will appear on the 2.
  • Page 212: Before You Drive

    Compact Disc Messages Before You Drive The video entertainment system is for passengers in the CHECK CD: If this message appears on the radio second and third row seats only. The driver cannot display, it could be due to one of the following reasons: safely view the video screen while driving and should •...
  • Page 213: Stereo Rca Jacks

    Stereo RCA Jacks If the system is shut off, or if the headphones are out of range of the IR transmitters below the overhead RSE The RCA jacks and the mini-headphone jacks are control panel for more than three minutes, the located behind the video screen on the overhead headphones will shut off automatically to save the console.
  • Page 214: Video Screen

    Audio Speakers To use the video screen, do the following: 1. Push forward on the release button and the screen Audio from the DVD player can only be heard either will fold down. through the IR headphones or wired headphones (not included).
  • Page 215: Dvd Player

    DVD Player DVD Player Buttons PWR (Power): Press this button to turn the DVD player on. (Wired Headphone Volume): Press the plus (+) or minus (− ) symbol to increase or to decrease the wired headphone volume. (Play/Pause): Press this button to start play. Press The DVD player is located in the overhead console.
  • Page 216: Dvd Messages

    Stopping and Resume Playback DVD Messages To stop a disc, press and release the stop/eject button The following errors may be displayed: on the DVD player or the stop button on the remote. • Disc Format Error: This message will be displayed To resume playback, press the play/pause button on the if a disc is inserted upside down, if the disc is not DVD player or the remote.
  • Page 217: Remote Control

    Remote Control Remote Control Buttons To use the remote control, aim it at the small square window to the left of the disc slot and press the desired button. Direct sunlight or very bright light may affect the ability of the entertainment system to receive signals from the remote control.
  • Page 218 MENU: Press this button to view the media menu. The EJECT/LOAD: Press this button to eject a DVD media menu is different on every disc. Use the up while it is playing. If the disc has been ejected and not and down and the right and the left arrow buttons to removed from the player, pressing this button will move the cursor around the media menu.
  • Page 219: Setup Menu

    Press and hold this button to see the DVDs subtitle SCREEN BRIGHTNESS: Press the plus or the language. Press and release this button again to change minus symbol to increase or to decrease the brightness it. This feature is not available on all DVD discs. of the screen.
  • Page 220 Battery Replacement Problem Recommended Action No sound. volume To change the batteries, do the following: headphones could be too 1. Unclip the battery door located on the back of the low. Adjust it on the wired remote control. headphones on the front panel or the remote.
  • Page 221 Problem Recommended Action Problem Recommended Action I ejected the disc and tried Eject the disc again. I can not hear anything Quickly press and release to take it out, but it was when I lower the volume. the COMP/AUDIO button pulled back into the slot.
  • Page 222 Problem Recommended Action Problem Recommended Action The DVD is playing but Press the INPUT/TITLE My disc is stuck in the Press the EJECT/LOAD there is no picture or button on the remote to player. The EJECT/LOAD button on the remote, or sound.
  • Page 223: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)

    Rear Seat Audio (RSA) This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to any of the music sources: radio, cassette tapes or CDs. The rear seat passengers can only control the music sources that the front seat passengers are not listening to.
  • Page 224: Radio Personalization

    SEEK: Press the SEEK button to seek to the next The number on the back of each transmitter (1 or 2) station and stay there. The display will show your corresponds to driver 1 or 2. If transmitter 1 is used to selection.
  • Page 225: Audio Steering Wheel Controls

    Audio Steering Wheel Controls DVD Distortion You may experience audio distortion in the If your vehicle has this IR headphones when operating cellular phones, feature, certain radio scanners, CB radios, Global Positioning Systems functions can be operated (GPS)*, two-way radios, mobile fax, or walkie talkies. by using the controls on your steering wheel.
  • Page 226: Care Of Your Cassette Tape Player

    Care of Your Cassette Tape Player To prevent the cleaning cassette from being ejected, use the following steps: A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause 1. Turn the ignition on. reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged 2.
  • Page 227: Care Of Your Cds And Dvds

    Care of Your CDs and DVDs Fixed Mast Antenna Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight without being damaged. If the mast should ever and dust.
  • Page 228 NOTES 3-108...
  • Page 229 Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ..4-2 City Driving ..........4-33 Defensive Driving ...........4-2 Freeway Driving ...........4-34 Drunken Driving ..........4-2 Before Leaving on a Long Trip .......4-35 Control of a Vehicle ........4-5 Highway Hypnosis ........4-36 Braking ............4-5 Hill and Mountain Roads ........4-37 Traction Assist System (TAS) ......4-8...
  • Page 230: Your Driving, The Road, And Your Vehicle

    Your Driving, the Road, and proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision, with resulting injury. Ask a passenger to Your Vehicle help do things like this, or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself. These simple defensive driving techniques could save your life.
  • Page 231 Many adults — by some estimates, nearly half the adult population — choose never to drink alcohol, so they never drive after drinking. For persons under 21, it’s against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological and developmental reasons for these laws.
  • Page 232 means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to take level than a man of her same body weight will when sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? each has the same number of drinks.
  • Page 233: Control Of A Vehicle

    Control of a Vehicle Braking You have three systems that make your vehicle go Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal.
  • Page 234: Anti-Lock Brake System

    Anti-lock Brake System Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavy Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes. ABS is an advanced braking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is electronic braking system that will help prevent a a mistake.
  • Page 235 The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. Let’s say the road is wet and you’re driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you.
  • Page 236: Traction Assist System (Tas)

    Traction Assist System (TAS) Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the Your two-wheel drive vehicle may have a Traction vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply Assist System (TAS) that limits wheel spin.
  • Page 237 The traction control off symbol on the button will come To turn the system on or off, press the TAS button on under the following conditions: located near the shift lever. If you used the button to turn the system off, the traction control off symbol on the •...
  • Page 238: Power Steering

    Locking Rear Axle you turn the front wheels. If there’s no traction, inertia will keep the vehicle going in the same direction. If you’ve ever tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice, you’ll If your vehicle has this feature, your locking rear axle understand this.
  • Page 239: Steering In Emergencies

    If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve, do it before you enter the curve, while your front wheels are straight ahead. Try to adjust your speed so you can “drive” through the curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve, and then accelerate gently into the straightaway.
  • Page 240: Off-Road Recovery

    Off-Road Recovery Passing You may find that your right wheels have dropped off The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, driving.
  • Page 241 • • Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, and pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For start your left lane change signal before moving out one thing, following too closely reduces your area of the right lane to pass.
  • Page 242: Loss Of Control

    Loss of Control If you have the Traction Assist System, remember: It helps avoid only the acceleration skid. If you do not have this system, or if the system is off, then an acceleration Let’s review what driving experts say about what skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the happens when the three control systems (brakes, accelerator pedal.
  • Page 243: Off-Road Driving With Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle

    Off-Road Driving with Your Before You Go Off-Roading Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle There are some things to do before you go out. For example, be sure to have all necessary maintenance This off-road guide is for vehicles that have four-wheel and service work done. Check to make sure all drive.
  • Page 244: Loading Your Vehicle For Off-Road Driving

    Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road CAUTION: (Continued) Driving There are some important things to remember about • Heavy loads on the roof raise the vehicle’s how to load your vehicle. center of gravity, making it more likely to • The heaviest things should be on the load floor and roll over.
  • Page 245: Environmental Concerns

    Environmental Concerns Traveling to Remote Areas Off-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 concerns. We recognize these concerns and urge every route.
  • Page 246: Scanning The Terrain

    Scanning the Terrain Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off-road driving. One of the best ways to control your vehicle Off-road driving can take you over many different kinds is to control your speed. Here are some things to keep of terrain.
  • Page 247: Driving On Off-Road Hills

    Driving on Off-Road Hills When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain, keep a firm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs or Off-road driving often takes you up, down or across a other surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hill.
  • Page 248: Driving Uphill

    Approaching a Hill Driving Uphill When you approach a hill, you need to decide if it’s one Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, you of those hills that’s just too steep to climb, descend need to take some special steps. or cross.
  • Page 249 • Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of What should I do if my vehicle stalls, or is the hill. about to stall, and I can’t make it up the hill? • Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more If this happens, there are some things you should visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills.
  • Page 250 Here are some things you must not do if you stall, or Suppose, after stalling, I try to back down the are about to stall, when going up a hill. hill and decide I just can’t do it. What should •...
  • Page 251: Driving Downhill

    Driving Downhill CAUTION: When off-roading takes you downhill, you’ll want to consider a number of things: • How steep is the downhill? Will I be able to maintain Heavy braking when going down a hill can vehicle control? cause your brakes to overheat and fade. This could cause loss of control and a serious •...
  • Page 252: Driving Across An Incline

    the much more narrow track width (the distance Am I likely to stall when going downhill? between the left and right wheels) may not prevent the vehicle from tilting and rolling over. Also, It’s much more likely to happen going uphill. But if driving across an incline puts more weight on the it happens going downhill, here’s what to do.
  • Page 253 What if I’m driving across an incline that’s not too steep, but I hit some loose gravel and start CAUTION: to slide downhill. What should I do? If you feel your vehicle starting to slide sideways, Driving across an incline that’s too steep will turn downhill.
  • Page 254: 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 out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll vehicle stopped across an incline is over, you’ll be right in its path.
  • Page 255: Driving In Water

    Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction. If the water isn’t too deep, drive slowly through it. At On these surfaces, it’s very easy to lose control. On faster speeds, water splashes on your ignition system wet ice, for example, the traction is so poor that you will and your vehicle can stall.
  • Page 256: Driving At Night

    After Off-Road Driving Driving at Night Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody, chassis or under the hood. These accumulations can be a fire hazard. After operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings cleaned and checked. These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking.
  • Page 257 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 •...
  • Page 258: Driving In Rain And On Wet Roads

    Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road and even people walking.
  • Page 259: Driving Through Deep Standing Water

    Driving too fast through large water puddles or even Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. But it can if your going through some car washes can cause problems, tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid more is low.
  • Page 260: Driving Through Flowing Water

    Driving Through Flowing Water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips • Besides slowing down, allow some extra following distance. And be especially careful when you CAUTION: pass another vehicle. Allow yourself more clear room ahead, and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray.
  • Page 261: City Driving

    City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: •...
  • Page 262: Freeway Driving

    Freeway Driving The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane.
  • Page 263: Before Leaving On A Long Trip

    Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to serviced and maintained, it’s ready to go. If it needs move slightly slower at night. service, have it done before starting out.
  • Page 264: Highway Hypnosis

    Highway Hypnosis What can you do about highway hypnosis? First, be aware that it can happen. Is there actually such a condition as “highway Then here are some tips: hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? •...
  • Page 265: Hill And Mountain Roads

    Hill and Mountain Roads See Off-Road Driving with Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle on page 4-15 for information about driving off-road. • Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transmission. These parts can work hard on mountain roads.
  • Page 266 • Know how to go uphill. You may want to shift down to a lower gear. The lower gears help cool your CAUTION: engine and transmission, and you can climb the hill better. Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the •...
  • Page 267: Winter Driving

    Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: • Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. • You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and reflective warning triangles.
  • Page 268: Driving On Snow Or Ice

    Driving on Snow or Ice What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet Most of the time, those places where your tires meet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the road probably have good traction.
  • Page 269: If You're Caught In A Blizzard

    If You’re Caught in a Blizzard Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have an anti-lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement.
  • Page 270 Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: • Turn on your hazard flashers. • Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. •...
  • Page 271 Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little CAUTION: faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged.
  • Page 272: If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow

    If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Notice: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the Ice or Snow wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth, you can destroy your transmission. In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will For information about using tire chains on your need to spin the wheels, but you don’t want to spin your...
  • Page 273: Towing

    Towing With the proper preparation and equipment, many vehicles can be towed in these ways. See “Dinghy Towing” and “Dolly Towing,” following. Towing Your Vehicle Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing: Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if •...
  • Page 274: Dinghy Towing

    Dinghy Towing Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles When towing your vehicle, turn the ignition off. To prevent your battery from draining while towing, remove the Ignition A and the Ignition B fuses from the engine compartment fuse block. Be sure to reinstall the fuse when you reach your destination.
  • Page 275: Loading Your Vehicle

    Loading Your Vehicle 4. Shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL (N). See “Four-Wheel Drive” in the Index for the proper procedure to select the NEUTRAL position for your vehicle. 5. Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the towing vehicle.
  • Page 276 Notice: Your warranty does not cover parts or To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles, you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle. components that fail because of overloading. Your dealer can help you with this. Be sure to spread out If you put things inside your vehicle-like suitcases, tools, your load equally on both sides of the centerline.
  • Page 277 Electronically Controlled Air Load leveling will not function normally with the inflator hose attached to the inflator outlet. Remove the Suspension System inflator hose from the outlet during loading and unloading. Your vehicle may be equipped with an electronically controlled air suspension system that automatically If the vehicle is parked for an extended period of time, keeps your vehicle level as you load and unload.
  • Page 278: Indicator Light

    Indicator Light Towing a Trailer The indicator light on the inflator switch in the rear passenger compartment also serves as an indicator for CAUTION: internal system error. If the indicator light is flashing without the load leveling function or the inflator being active, turn off the ignition.
  • Page 279: If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer

    • Trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by Don’t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles itself. Trailering means changes in handling, durability (800 km) your new vehicle is driven. Your engine, and fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering takes axle or other parts could be damaged.
  • Page 280: Weight Of The Trailer

    Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be? It depends on how you plan to use your rig. For example, speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important. And, it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle.
  • Page 281 Vehicle Axle Ratio Max.Trailer Wt. *GCWR 3.42 5,800 lbs. (2 633 kg) 11,000 lbs. (4 994 kg) 2WD Envoy XL (V8 Engine) 3.73 7,200 lbs. (3 269 kg) 12,500 lbs. (5 675 kg) 3.42 5,700 lbs. (2 588 kg) 11,000 lbs. (4 994 kg) 4WD Envoy XL (V8 Engine) 3.73 7,000 lbs.
  • Page 282: Weight Of The Trailer Tongue

    Weight of the Trailer Tongue If you’re using a weight-carrying or a weight-distributing hitch, the trailer tongue weight (A) should be 10 percent The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (B). to measure because it affects the total or gross weight Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight of your vehicle.
  • Page 283: Trailer Brakes

    Hitches Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for attaching safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper. It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. Always leave just enough slack so you can turn Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are with your rig.
  • Page 284: Driving With A Trailer

    Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. CAUTION: And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as...
  • Page 285: Following Distance

    Following Distance Making Turns Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as Notice: Making very sharp turns while trailering you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. could cause the trailer to come in contact with the This can help you avoid situations that require vehicle.
  • Page 286: Driving On Grades

    Driving On Grades Parking on Hills Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift CAUTION: down, you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. You really should not park your vehicle, with a You can tow in DRIVE (D).
  • Page 287: Maintenance When Trailer Towing

    When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill CAUTION: 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with •...
  • Page 288: Trailer Wiring Harness

    Trailer Wiring Harness The seven-wire harness contains the following trailer circuits: • Yellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal • Dark Green: Right Stop/Turn Signal • Brown: Running Lamps • White: Ground • Light Green: Back-up Lamps • Red: Battery Feed • Dark Blue: Electric Brakes If you need to tow a light-duty trailer with a standard four-way round pin connector, an adapter connector is available from your dealer.
  • Page 289 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............5-3 Brakes ............5-38 Doing Your Own Service Work ......5-3 Battery ............5-41 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Jump Starting ..........5-42 Vehicle ............5-4 Rear Axle ............5-48 Fuel ..............5-4 Four-Wheel Drive ..........5-48 Gasoline Octane ..........5-4 Bulb Replacement ..........5-50 Gasoline Specifications ........5-5 Halogen Bulbs ..........5-50...
  • Page 290 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Appearance Care ..........5-80 Electrical System ..........5-89 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ....5-80 Add-On Electrical Equipment ......5-89 Care of Safety Belts ........5-83 Headlamps ..........5-89 Weatherstrips ..........5-83 Windshield Wiper Fuses ........5-89 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle ....5-83 Power Windows and Other Power Options ..5-90 Sheet Metal Damage ........5-85 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......5-90...
  • Page 291: Service

    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 be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer much more about how to service your vehicle than this for all your service needs.
  • Page 292: Adding Equipment To The Outside Of Your Vehicle

    Fuel CAUTION: (Continued) Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle. • Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts and other fasteners. “English” and “metric” Gasoline Octane fasteners can be easily confused. If you use the wrong fasteners, parts can later Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane break or fall off.
  • Page 293: Gasoline Specifications

    Gasoline Specifications California Fuel It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission which were developed by the American Automobile Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it Manufacturers Association and endorsed by the is designed to operate on fuels that meet California Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers Association for better specifications.
  • Page 294: Additives

    Additives Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States (MMT); ask the attendant where you buy gasoline are now required to contain additives that will help whether the fuel contains MMT.
  • Page 295: Fuels In Foreign Countries

    Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.
  • Page 296 CAUTION: If you get fuel on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any “hiss”...
  • Page 297: Filling A Portable Fuel Container

    Filling a Portable Fuel Container When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly CAUTION: installed.
  • Page 298: Checking Things Under The Hood

    Checking Things Under Hood Release the Hood 1. To open the hood, first pull the handle located inside the vehicle on the lower driver’s CAUTION: side of the instrument panel. 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.
  • Page 299 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release. 3. Lift the hood; release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all filler caps are on properly.
  • Page 300: Engine Compartment Overview

    Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the L6 engine, you’ll see the following: 5-12...
  • Page 301 A. Coolant Recovery Tank. See Engine Coolant on G. Radiator Pressure Cap. See Radiator Pressure Cap page 5-24 . on page 5-26 . B. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air H. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil on page 5-15 . Cleaner/Filter on page 5-20 .
  • Page 302 When you open the hood on the V8 engine, you’ll see the following: 5-14...
  • Page 303: Engine Oil

    A. Coolant Recovery Tank. See Engine Coolant on Engine Oil page 5-24 . You should check your engine oil level regularly; this is B. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air an added reminder. Cleaner/Filter on page 5-20 . C. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See Windshield Checking Engine Oil Washer Fluid on page 5-37 .
  • Page 304: 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 F mark that shows the proper operating range for the L6 engine or above the cross-hatched area for the V8 engine, your engine could be damaged. The engine oil fill cap is located in the engine L6 Engine...
  • Page 305: 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. If you choose to perform the engine oil change service yourself, be sure...
  • Page 306: Engine Oil Additives

    Engine Oil Additives As in the chart shown previously, SAE 5W-30 is the only viscosity grade recommended for your vehicle. You Don’t add anything to your oil. The recommended oils should look for and use only oils which have the API with the starburst symbol are all you will need for Starburst symbol and which are also identified as good performance and engine protection.
  • Page 307: What To Do With Used Oil

    What to Do with Used Oil However, your engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be reset. It is also important to check your oil regularly and unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer.
  • Page 308: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

    Engine Air Cleaner/Filter When to Inspect If your vehicle is equipped with a filter change indicator it will let you know when the filter needs to be replaced. Inspect the air cleaner/filter every 15,000 miles (25 000 km) and replace the filter if necessary. Vehicles without a change indicator inspect the air cleaner/filter every 15,000 miles (25 000 km) and replace the filter every 30,000 miles (50 000 km).
  • Page 309: Automatic Transmission Fluid

    Automatic Transmission Fluid To inspect or replace the filter and reset the indicator (if equipped), do the following: When to Check and Change 1. Remove the screws on the engine cleaner/filter and lift off the cover. A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid 2.
  • Page 310: How To Check

    How to Check Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50°F Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may (10°C). If it’s colder than 50°F (10°C), drive the vehicle choose to have this done at the dealership service in THIRD (3) until the engine temperature gage department.
  • Page 311: How To Add Fluid

    How to Add Fluid Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what The automatic kind of transmission fluid to use. See Part D: transmission dipstick Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-18 . handle with the transmission and lock Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid while...
  • Page 312: Engine Coolant

    Engine Coolant Notice: When adding coolant, it is important that ® you use only DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant. ® If coolant other than DEX-COOL is added to The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with ® the system, premature engine, heater core or DEX-COOL engine coolant.
  • Page 313: Checking Coolant

    If you have to add coolant more than four times a year, have your dealer check your cooling system. CAUTION: Notice: If you use the proper coolant, you don’t have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim Adding only plain water to your cooling to improve the system.
  • Page 314: Adding Coolant

    Adding Coolant CAUTION: ® If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank. You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, CAUTION: and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough.
  • Page 315: Engine Overheating

    Engine Overheating CAUTION: You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel. If your vehicle has a DIC, the display will show an Engine Coolant Hot/Idle Engine Steam from an overheated engine can burn message. you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine coming from it.
  • Page 316: If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine

    If No Steam Is Coming From Your If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes. Engine If the warning doesn’t come back on, you can drive normally. If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious.
  • Page 317: Cooling System

    Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: V8 Engine A. Coolant Recovery Tank B. Radiator Pressure Cap C. Engine Fan L6 Engine If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down.
  • Page 318 The coolant level should If there seems to be no leak, start the engine again. be at least up to the FULL The engine cooling fan speed should increase when idle COLD mark. If it isn’t, speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal you may have a leak at the down.
  • Page 319 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Notice: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Recovery Tank Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture. If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at the FULL COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of ®...
  • Page 320 When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the FULL COLD mark, start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there’s one more thing you can try. You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it.
  • Page 321: How To Add Coolant To The Radiator

    How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap. Remove the pressure cap. 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one full turn.
  • Page 322 ® 3. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOL 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler COLD mark. neck. See Engine Coolant on page 5-24 for more 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but information about the proper coolant mixture.
  • Page 323: Engine Fan Noise

    Engine Fan Noise This vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. When the clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine. In most everyday driving conditions the clutch is not engaged. This improves fuel economy and reduces fan noise.
  • Page 324: Power Steering Fluid

    Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering Fluid Turn the key off, let the engine compartment cool down, The power steering fluid wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean, then reservoir is located in the unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. engine compartment.
  • Page 325: Windshield Washer Fluid

    Windshield Washer Fluid Notice: • When using concentrated washer fluid, follow What to Use the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read • Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will Water can cause the solution to freeze and be operating your vehicle in an area where the damage your washer fluid tank and other parts...
  • Page 326: Brakes

    Brakes should have your brake system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won’t work well, or won’t work at all. Brake Fluid So, it isn’t a good idea to “top off” your 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.
  • Page 327: Checking Brake Fluid

    Checking Brake Fluid Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This will help You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap. keep dirt from entering the reservoir. Just look at the brake fluid reservoir.
  • Page 328: Brake Adjustment

    Brake Wear Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes. applied. This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help are worn and new pads are needed.
  • Page 329: Battery

    Replacing Brake System Parts Battery The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free parts have to be of top quality and work well together if ® ACDelco battery. When it’s time for a new battery, get the vehicle is to have really good braking.
  • Page 330: Vehicle Storage

    Vehicle Storage Jump Starting If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or If your battery has run down, you may want to use more, remove the black, negative (−) cable from another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your the battery.
  • Page 331 Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly Notice: If you leave your radio on, it could be badly damage to your vehicle that wouldn’t be covered damaged. The repairs wouldn’t be covered by by your warranty. your warranty. Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it 3.
  • Page 332 CAUTION: CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery Fans or other moving engine parts can injure gas to explode. People have been hurt doing you badly. Keep your hands away from moving this, and some have been blinded. Use a parts once the engine is running.
  • Page 333 6. Connect the red 8. Now connect the black positive (+) cable to the negative (−) cable to positive (+) terminal the negative (−) of the dead battery. terminal of the good Use a remote battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal negative (−) terminal if the vehicle if the vehicle has one.
  • Page 334 9. Connect the other end of the negative (−) cable to the remote negative (−) terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery. 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. 11. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. If it won’t start after a few tries, it probably needs service.
  • Page 335 To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 3.
  • Page 336: Rear Axle

    Rear Axle What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what When to Check Lubricant kind of lubricant to use. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-18 . Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant.
  • Page 337: Front Axle

    How to Check Lubricant Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how be on a level surface. often to check the lubricant and when to change it. How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant.
  • Page 338: Bulb Replacement

    Halogen Bulbs 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 CAUTION: (warm), add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole.
  • Page 339: Front Turn Signal And Sidemarker Lamps

    Front Turn Signal and Sidemarker Lamps Follow the same procedure listed for headlamp removal earlier in this section. Replace the turn signal or sidemarker bulb instead. Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps 1. Open the liftgate. 2. Remove the two screws from the lamp assembly.
  • Page 340: Replacement Bulbs

    Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Halogen Headlamps Low Beam 9006 HB4 High Beam 9005 HB3 Front Sidemarker Lamps Front Turn Signal Lamps 3457 Tail and Stoplamps 3057 Rear Turn Signal Lamps 3057 For any bulb not listed here, contact your dealer. Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least...
  • Page 341 4. To install the new wiper insert, slide the insert (D), notched end last, into the end with two blade claws (A). Slide the insert all the way through the A. Claw in Notch blade claws at the opposite end (B). The plastic caps (C) will be forced off as the insert is fully B.
  • Page 342: Tires

    Underinflated tires pose the same danger about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, as overloaded tires. The resulting accident see your GMC Warranty booklet for details. could cause serious injury. Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure.
  • Page 343: Inflation -- Tire Pressure

    Inflation -- Tire Pressure When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. The Certification/Tire label, which is on the driver’s door edge, above the door latch, shows the correct inflation Also, check the tire pressure of the spare tire. pressures for your tires when they’re cold.
  • Page 344 The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. The first rotation CAUTION: is the most important. See “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services,” in Section 6, for scheduled rotation intervals. Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time.
  • Page 345: When It Is Time For New Tires

    When It Is Time for New Tires You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: • You can see the indicators at three or more places One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to around the tire.
  • Page 346: 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 The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall.
  • Page 347: 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 the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum conditions on a specified government test course.
  • Page 348: Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance

    Temperature – A, B, C Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced representing the tire’s resistance to the generation carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested and best overall performance.
  • Page 349: Used Replacement Wheels

    Notice: The wrong wheel can also cause problems If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain...
  • Page 350: Tire Chains

    Tire Chains Accessory Inflator Your vehicle may be equipped with an air inflator system. You can inflate things like basketballs and CAUTION: bicycle tires. Also, you can use it to bring your tire pressure up to the proper pressure. It is not designed to inflate large objects which will require more than five Don’t use tire chains.
  • Page 351 The air inflator kit may be located in the glove box. The To reinstall the cover, line up the tabs at the back of the kit includes a 22 ft (6.7 m) hose with three nozzle cover, put it in place and latch the tabs. adapters.
  • Page 352: If A Tire Goes Flat

    If a Tire Goes Flat CAUTION: It’s unusual for a tire to “blowout” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do But if you should ever have a “blowout,”...
  • Page 353 CAUTION: Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people. You and they could be badly injured. Find a level place to change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1.
  • Page 354: Removing The Spare Tire And Tools

    Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Envoy XL The jacking equipment you will need is stored under the Envoy rear seat in the Envoy or in the left rear quarter panel storage compartment in the Envoy XL. To release the jack from its holder, turn the knob on the jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head.
  • Page 355 The tools you’ll be using include the wheel wrench (A), tire blocks (B), extension(s) (socket end) (C), handle (jack end) (D), and jack (E). The following instructions explain how to remove the 1. To remove the underbody-mounted spare, insert spare tire mounted underneath your vehicle. the socket end of the extension on a 45°...
  • Page 356 2. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire. Keep turning the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle. If the spare tire does not lower to the ground, the secondary latch is engaged causing the tire not to lower.
  • Page 357: Secondary Latch System

    Secondary Latch System CAUTION: Your vehicle has an underbody mounted tire hoist assembly equipped with a secondary latch system. It’s designed to stop the spare or flat road tire from Someone standing too close during the suddenly falling off your vehicle if the cable holding the procedure could be injured by the jack.
  • Page 358 2. If it is not visible, proceed to Step 6. If visible, first try to tighten the cable by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice. You cannot overtighten the cable. 3. Loosen the cable by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise three or four turns.
  • Page 359 9. Lower the jack by turning the wheel wrench If the spare tire is hanging from the cable, insert the counterclockwise. Keep lowering the jack until the jack handle, extension and wheel wrench into the spare tire slides off the jack or is hanging by hoist shaft hole in the bumper, on an angle, and turn the cable.
  • Page 360 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing 3. Place the handle, extension and wheel wrench onto the jack. the Spare Tire Front 1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Don’t remove them yet. 2. Turn the jack adjusting knob clockwise by hand to raise the jack lift head.
  • Page 361 CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. Rear A.
  • Page 362 7. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. CAUTION: 5. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to ground so there is enough room for the spare tire which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts to fit.
  • Page 363 CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 8. Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface. 9. Put the nuts on by hand.
  • Page 364 12. Use the wrench to tighten the wheel nuts CAUTION: (Continued) firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification. See “Capacities and Specifications”...
  • Page 365: Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools

    Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: If this happened when your vehicle was being driven, the tire might contact a person or another vehicle, causing injury and, of course, Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the damage to itself as well.
  • Page 366 Follow this diagram to store the underbody-mounted 4. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the spare. vehicle. Continue turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip A. Wheel Wrench twice. The spare tire hoist cannot be overtightened. B.
  • Page 367 Return the jack, wheel wrench and wheel blocks to the proper location in the vehicle. Roll up the instruction label and return it to the slot in the tool kit. Envoy XL A. Handle D. Wheel Blocks B. Wheel Wrench and Jack Envoy C.
  • Page 368: Appearance Care

    Appearance Care They can all be hazardous – some more than others – and they can all damage your vehicle, too. Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. are toxic. Others can burst into flames if you strike a In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle.
  • Page 369: Special Fabric Cleaning Problems

    Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Here are some cleaning tips: • Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), • Clean up stains as soon as you can – before egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine they set.
  • Page 370: Cleaning Vinyl

    Cleaning Vinyl Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use warm water and a clean cloth. • Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones may have to do this more than once.
  • Page 371: Care Of Safety Belts

    Care of Safety Belts Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle Keep belts clean and dry. The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. CAUTION: Washing Your Vehicle Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to may severely weaken them.
  • Page 372: Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses

    Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses.
  • Page 373: Cleaning Aluminum Wheels

    Cleaning the Windshield, Backglass The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle. Don’t use strong soaps, and Wiper Blades chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners, cleaners with acid, or abrasive cleaning brushes on If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield them because you could damage the surface.
  • Page 374: Finish Damage

    Finish Damage Chemical Paint Spotting Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a finish should be repaired right away. Bare metal chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair attack painted surfaces on your vehicle.
  • Page 375 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials (cont’d) Description Usage Description Usage Polishing Cloth Interior and exterior Wax-Treated polishing cloth. Removes light scratches Cleaner Wax and protects finish. Tar and Road Oil Removes tar, road oil and Remover asphalt. Cleans, shines and Foaming Tire Shine Low protects in one easy step, Chrome Cleaner and...
  • Page 376: Vehicle Identification

    Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Label You’ll find this label on the inside of the glove box. It’s Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label is: • your VIN, • the model designation, •...
  • Page 377: Electrical System

    Electrical System Headlamps The headlamp wiring is protected by four fuses. An Add-On Electrical Equipment electrical overload will cause a lamp to go on and off. If this happens, have your headlamp wiring checked right away. Notice: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first.
  • Page 378: Power Windows And Other Power Options

    Power Windows and Other Power Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you Options replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating. Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other If you ever have a problem on the road and don’t have power accessories.
  • Page 379 Engine Compartment Fuse Block The fuse block is located under the hood in the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. Remove the primary cover by pressing the two locking tabs.
  • Page 380 L6 Engine 5-92...
  • Page 381 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Electrically-Controlled Air Crank Suspension Air Bag Passenger’s Side High-Beam Electric Brake Headlamp Cooling Fan Passenger’s Side Low-Beam Horn Headlamp Ignition E Back-Up-Trailer Lamps Electronic Throttle Control Driver’s Side High-Beam Headlamp Instrument Panel Cluster, Driver Driver’s Side Low-Beam Headlamp Information Center Wash Automatic Shift Lock Control System...
  • Page 382 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Ignition A Fuel Pump Blower Motor Windshield Wipers/Washer Ignition B High-Beam Headlamp Passenger’s Side Trailer Turn Air Conditioning Driver’s Side Trailer Turn Cooling Fan Hazard Flashers Headlamp Driver Module Relays Usage Starter Blank Miscellaneous Usage Rear Window Washer Instrument Panel Battery Fog Lamps Blank...
  • Page 383 V8 Engine 5-95...
  • Page 384 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Electrically-Controlled Air Ignition E Suspension Electronic Throttle Control Passenger’s Side High-Beam Instrument Panel Cluster, Driver Headlamp Information Center Passenger’s Side Low-Beam Automatic Shift Lock Control System Headlamp Engine 1 Back-Up-Trailer Lamps Back-Up Driver’s Side High-Beam Headlamp Powertrain Control Module 1 Driver’s Side Low-Beam Headlamp Air Conditioning...
  • Page 385: Rear Underseat Fuse Block

    Rear Underseat Fuse Block Fuses Usage Rear Window Washer Fog Lamps Horn Fuel Pump Windshield Wipers/Washer High-Beam Headlamp Air Conditioning Cooling Fan Headlamp Driver Module Starter Ignition 1 Miscellaneous Usage Instrument Panel Battery L6 Engine 5-97...
  • Page 386 Fuses Usage Right Door Control Module Left Door Control Module Liftgate Module 2 Truck Body Controller 3 Rear Fog Lamps Liftgate Module/Driver Seat Module Truck Body Controller 2 Power Seats Blank Driver Door Module Amplifier Passenger Door Module Rear Climate Controls Left Rear Parking Lamps Auxiliary Power 2 Vehicle Center High-Mounted Stop...
  • Page 387 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Blank Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning 1 Unlock Truck Body Controller 4 Blank Radio Blank Trailer Park ® OH Battery/OnStar System Right Turn Signal Rainsense™ Wipers Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning Parking Lamps Rear Fog Lamps Truck Body Controller 4 Cruise Auxiliary Power 1 Control Ignition 0...
  • Page 388 Fuses Usage Right Door Control Module Left Door Control Module Liftgate Module 2 Truck Body Controller 3 Rear Fog Lamps Liftgate Module/Driver Seat Module Truck Body Controller 2 Power Seats Rear Wiper Driver Door Module Amplifier Passenger Door Module Rear Climate Controls Left Rear Parking Lamps Auxiliary Power 2 Vehicle Center High-Mounted Stop...
  • Page 389 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Retained Accessory Power Left Turn Signal Blank Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning 1 Unlock Truck Body Controller 4 Blank Radio Blank Trailer Park ® OH Battery/OnStar System Right Turn Signal Sunroof Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning Rainsense™ Wipers Rear Fog Lamps Parking Lamps Auxiliary Power 1...
  • Page 390: Capacities And Specifications

    Capacities and Specifications Capacities and Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap Firing Order 0.042 inches “VORTEC™ ” 4200 L6 1–5-3–6–2–4 (1.07 mm) 0.060 inches “VORTEC™ ” 5300 V8 1–8–7–2–6–5–4–3 (1.52 mm) L6 Engine V8 Engine Application English Metric English Metric 140 Y...
  • Page 391 L6 Engine V8 Engine Application English Metric English Metric Transmission 5.0 quarts 4.7 L 5.0 quarts 4.7 L (Drain and Refill) Differential Fluid Rear 4.0 pints 1.9 L 4.0 pints 1.9 L Front 2.6 pints 0.8 L 2.6 pints 0.8 L Fuel Tank Envoy 18.7 gallons...
  • Page 392: Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts

    Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Part Number Engine Oil Filter PF61* PF44* Engine Air Cleaner A2014C* Automatic Transmission Filter Kit GM Part No. 24200796 Spark Plugs 41-981* 41–974* Fuel Filter GF831* Windshield Wiper Blade 20.0 inches (50.8 cm) Backglass Wiper Blade 14.0 inches (35.6 cm) ®...
  • Page 393 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ........6-2 At Least Once a Year ........6-13 Introduction ...........6-2 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections ..6-16 Your Vehicle and the Environment ....6-2 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Maintenance Requirements ......6-2 Boot and Seal Inspection ......6-16 How This Section is Organized ......6-3 Exhaust System Inspection ......6-16 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ...6-4...
  • Page 394: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance Schedule Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your Introduction vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. Improper vehicle maintenance can Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and even affect the quality of the air we breathe.
  • Page 395: How This Section Is Organized

    How This Section is Organized If you want to get the service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-10 . This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part B: Owner Checks and Services” tells you what should be checked and when. It also explains what “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services”...
  • Page 396: Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services

    Part A: Scheduled Maintenance This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when to schedule them. Services When you go to your dealer for your service needs, you’ll know that GM-trained and supported service This part contains engine oil scheduled maintenance people will perform the work using genuine GM parts.
  • Page 397: Scheduled Maintenance

    Scheduled Maintenance Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the GM The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles Oil Life System (or every 12 months, whichever (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles occurs first).
  • Page 398 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) If the system is ever reset accidentally, you must change your oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your Inspect engine air cleaner filter or change indicator (if last oil change. Remember to reset the oil life system equipped).
  • Page 399 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
  • Page 400 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals conditions: for leaking.
  • Page 401 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Inspect engine air cleaner filter or change indicator (if Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as equipped). If necessary, replace the filter. If vehicle is needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals driven in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect filter or for leaking.
  • Page 402 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 150,000 Miles (240 000 km) V8 Engine Only: Inspect spark plug wires. An Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every Emission Control Service. 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See Engine Coolant on page 5-24 for what to use. Replace spark plugs.
  • Page 403: Engine Oil Level Check

    Part B: Owner Checks and Services Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield Listed in this part are owner checks and services washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary. which should be performed at the intervals specified to See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-37 for further help ensure the safety, dependability and emission details.
  • Page 404: At Least Twice A Year

    At Least Twice a Year Spare Tire Check At least twice a year, after the monthly inflation check of Restraint System Check the spare tire determines that the spare is inflated to the correct tire inflation pressure, make sure that Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your the spare tire is stored securely.
  • Page 405: At Least Once A Year

    At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check Key Lock Cylinders Service CAUTION: Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D. When you are doing this check, the vehicle Body Lubrication Service could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured.
  • Page 406: Ignition Transmission Lock Check

    Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Ignition Transmission Lock Check Control System Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. • The key should turn to LOCK only when the CAUTION: shift lever is in PARK (P).
  • Page 407: Underbody Flushing Service

    Parking Brake and Automatic Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the Transmission Park (P) Mechanism parking brake. Check • To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from CAUTION: the regular brake pedal.
  • Page 408: Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections

    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-of-position parts as well as open seams, should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, holes, loose connections or other conditions which each spring and fall).
  • Page 409: Engine Cooling System Inspection

    Engine Cooling System Inspection Brake System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the chafing, etc.
  • Page 410: Part D: Recommended Fluids And Lubricants

    Part D: Recommended Fluids and Usage Fluid/Lubricant Lubricants Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada Parking Brake 88901242, or equivalent) or lubricant Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part Cable Guides meeting requirements of NLGI #2, number or specification may be obtained from your Category LB or GC-LB.
  • Page 411 Usage Fluid/Lubricant Usage Fluid/Lubricant AUTO-TRAK II Fluid (GM Part No. Hood and Door Transfer Case U.S. 12378508, in Canada Hinges, Body 10953626). Door Hinge Pins, Liftgate Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. Rear Driveline Hinge and (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in U.S.
  • Page 412: Part E: Maintenance Record

    Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record Odometer Date...
  • Page 413 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Record Reading 6-21...
  • Page 414 Maintenance Record (cont’d) Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Record Reading 6-22...
  • Page 415 Section 7 Customer Assistance Information Customer Assistance Information ......7-2 Reporting Safety Defects ........7-9 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ......7-2 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Online Owner Center ........7-3 Government ..........7-9 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian (TTY) Users ..........7-4 Government ..........7-9 Customer Assistance Offices ......7-4...
  • Page 416: Customer Assistance Information

    Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to left of the instrument panel and visible through the your dealer and to GMC. Normally, any concerns with windshield.) the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will •...
  • Page 417: Online Owner Center

    Online Owner Center The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle needs.
  • Page 418: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users

    To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or Fax Number: 313-381-0022 speech-impaired and who use the Text Telephones (TTYs), GMC has TTY equipment available at its Canada Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can General Motors of Canada Limited...
  • Page 419: Gm Mobility Program For Persons With Disabilities

    Roadside Assistance Program with Disabilities GMC’s Roadside Assistance Provides stranded owners with over-the-phone roadside repairs, location of the nearest GMC dealer or the following special services: This program, available to qualified applicants, can Flat Tire Change: Installation of spare tire will be...
  • Page 420 Maps include points of interest and a is available to all owner/operators of GMC trucks, list of GMC dealers along the route. Also included is a regardless of vehicle or mileage. list of hotels along the route that are discounted Just dial GMC Roadside Assistance at 1-800-GMC-8782 through affiliation with “Quest International.”...
  • Page 421: Courtesy Transportation

    Warranty service can generally be completed while you proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer wait. However, if you are unable to wait, GMC helps support program for new vehicles. minimize your inconvenience by providing several The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail transportation options.
  • Page 422: Additional Program Information

    Public Transportation or Fuel Additional Program Information Reimbursement Courtesy Transportation is available during the If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it is reimbursement up to $30 per day (five days maximum) not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A may be available for the use of public transportation separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner such as taxi or bus.
  • Page 423: Reporting Safety Defects

    Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government Reporting Safety Defects to the If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle United States Government has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could Motors of Canada Limited.
  • Page 424: Service Manuals

    In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in Service Manuals a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-GMC-8782 (1-800-462-8782), Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair or write: information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc.
  • Page 425: Current And Past Model Order Forms

    Service Bulletins Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Bulletins give technical service information Service Publications are available for current and needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to please specify year and model name of the vehicle.
  • Page 426 NOTES 7-12...
  • Page 427 Appearance Care (cont.) Chemical Paint Spotting ....... 5-86 Accessory Inflator ........... 5-62 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ....5-80 Accessory Power Outlets ......... 3-19 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle ....5-83 Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment ..4-50 Finish Damage ..........
  • Page 428 Automatic Transfer Case ........2-25 Braking in Emergencies ........4-8 Automatic Transmission Check ......6-12 Braking ............4-5 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Break-In, New Vehicle ........2-19 System Check ..........6-14 Bulb Replacement ........... 5-50 Automatic Transmission ........5-21 Front Turn Signal and Sidemarker Lamps ..
  • Page 429 Charging System Light ........3-38 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels ......5-85 CHECK WASHER FLUID ......... 3-61 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses ....... 5-84 Checking Brake Fluid ........5-39 Cleaning Fabric/Carpet ........5-80 Checking Coolant ..........5-25 Cleaning Glass Surfaces ........5-82 Checking Engine Oil ........5-15 Cleaning Interior Plastic Components ....
  • Page 430 Convenience Net ..........2-49 Delayed Locking ..........2-9 Coolant ............3-41 Dinghy Towing ..........4-46 Engine Temperature Gage ......3-41 Doing Your Own Service Work ......5-3 Heater, Engine ..........2-22 Dome Lamp Override ........3-18 Cooling System ..........5-29 Dome Lamps ..........
  • Page 431 Driving (cont.) Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...... 5-91 City ............4-33 ENGINE COOLANT HOT/IDLE ENGINE ..... 3-60 Defensive ............. 4-2 Engine Coolant Level Check ......6-11 Drunken ............4-2 Engine Oil Additives ........5-18 Freeway ............. 4-34 Engine Oil Level Check ........6-11 Hill and Mountain Roads ......
  • Page 432 Extender, Safety Belt ........1-29 Additives ............5-6 Exterior Lamps ..........3-15 California Fuel ..........5-5 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ..... 5-9 Filling Your Tank ........... 5-7 Fuels in Foreign Countries ......5-7 Gage ............3-49 Filter ............. 5-20 Gasoline Octane ...........
  • Page 433 Gate Operator and Canadian Programming ..2-43 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving ....4-17 Recovery Tank ..........5-31 Glove Box ............. 2-44 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator ....5-33 GM Mobility Program for Persons with How to Add Fluid ..........
  • Page 434 Inspection ............6-17 Brake System ..........6-17 Lamps On Reminder ........3-16 Engine Cooling System ........ 6-17 Lamps ............3-15 Exhaust System .......... 6-16 Exterior ............3-15 Fuel System ..........6-16 Interior ............3-17 Part C - Periodic Maintenance ....... 6-16 Lap-Shoulder Belt ........
  • Page 435 Light (cont.) Maintenance Schedule (cont.) Reduced Engine Power ........ 3-47 At Least Once a Year ........6-13 Safety Belt Reminder ........3-37 At Least Twice a Year ........6-12 Security ............. 3-46 Brake System Inspection ......6-17 Service Four-Wheel-Drive Warning Light ..3-48 Engine Cooling System Inspection ....
  • Page 436 Message ............3-60 OIL PRESSURE LOW/STOP ENGINE ....3-60 DIC Warnings and Messages ......3-60 Oil ..............3-46 Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/ Change Engine Oil Light ....... 3-46 Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Engine ............5-15 Islands) ............
  • Page 437 Power (cont.) Electrical System ......... 5-90 Park(P) ............2-29 Lumbar Controls ........... 1-2 Shifting Into ..........2-29 Reclining Seatbacks ........1-4 Shifting Out of ..........2-31 Reduced Engine Light ........3-47 Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission Seat ............1-2 Park (P) Mechanism Check ......6-15 Steering Fluid ..........
  • Page 438 Radios (cont.) Remote Control ..........3-97 Rear Seat Audio ........3-103 Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation .... 2-6 Setting the Time .......... 3-63 Remote Keyless Entry System ......2-5 Theft-Deterrent .......... 3-104 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Understanding Reception ......3-105 Spare Tire ..........
  • Page 439 Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out ....4-44 Seats (cont.) Running Your Engine While You Are Parked ..2-33 Power Reclining Seatbacks ......1-4 Power Seats ..........1-2 Rear Seat Operation ........1-6 Securing a Child Restraint ........ 1-48 Center Seat Position ........
  • Page 440 Shifting Out of Park (P) ........2-31 Sun Visors ............. 2-16 Skidding ............4-14 Sunglasses Storage Compartment ..... 2-44 Snow Plow ............ 4-50 Sunroof ............2-51 Some Other Rainy Weather Tips ....... 4-32 Spare Tire Check ..........6-12 Special Fabric Cleaning Problems ..... 5-81 Specifications, Capacities .......
  • Page 441 Top Strap Anchor Location ....... 1-41 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer ....4-57 Top Strap ............1-40 Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles ........ 4-46 Torque Lock ........... 2-31 Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires ....4-54 Towing ............4-45 Recreational Vehicle ........4-45 Underbody Flushing Service ......
  • Page 442 Video Screen ..........3-94 When to Change Engine Oil Visor Vanity Mirror .......... 2-16 (GM Oil Life System) ........5-18 Visors ............2-16 When to Check and Change ......5-21 Voltmeter Gage ..........3-39 When to Check Lubricant ......... 5-48 When to Check Power Steering Fluid ....

This manual is also suitable for:

2003 envoy xl

Table of Contents