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The 1997 Chevrolet Blazer Owner’s Manual 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains the “SIR” system. 2-1 Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle. 3- 1 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tellsyou how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system.
) GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem. CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem and the name BLAZER are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes in the product after that time without further notice. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet Division whenever it appears in this manual.
About Driving Your Vehicle Safety Warnings and Symbols As with other vehiclesof this type, failureto operate this You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use abox and the wordCAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. vehicle correctly may result in loss of control oran accident. Be sure to read the “on-pavement” and “off-road” driving guidelines in this manual.
You will also find a circle with a slash through itin this book. This safety symbol means “Don’t,” “Don’t do this,” or “Don’t let this happen.” In the notice area,we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell you whatto do to help avoid the damage. When you read other manuals,you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warningsin different colors or in different words.
Vehicle Symbols These are someof the symbols you may find on your vehicle.
Model Reference This manual covers these models: Two-Door Utility vi ' Four-Door Utility
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you shouldnot do with air bags and safety belts.
Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats -- how to adjust them, and fold them up and down. Manual Front Seat I A CAUTION:. You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to ad,just a manual driver's seat while the vehicleis moving. The sudden movement could startleand confuse you, or make you push a pedal whenyou orrlg when don't want to. Adjust the driver's seat the vehicle is not moving. I Move the lever under the x. '2 , . . .
Manual Lumbar Support If you have this feature, there will be a knob on the outside of the driverand passenger bucket seats. Turn the knob counterclockwise to increase lumbar support and clockwise to decrease lumbar support. Power Driver’s Seat (Option) If you have this feature, there willbe a control pad on your driver’s seat. To make the front of the seat moveup or down, use control A. To make the rear ofthe seat move up or down,use control C.
Power Lumbar Control (Option) 1- If you have this control, it is located on the side o f the driver’s seat. Press and hold the front of the control until you have the desired lumbar support. To decrease lumbar support, press the rear of the control. 1-4 Reclining Front Seatbacks To adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the outer side Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it. PulI up on the lever and the seat will go to an upright position.
A CAUTION: But don’t havea seatback reclinedif your vehicleis moving. Sitting in a reclined position whenyour vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their jobwhen you’re reclined like this. The shoulderbelt can’t do its job because it won’t be against yourbody. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lapbelt can’t do its job either. In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen.
Head Restraints Head restraints are fixed on some models and adjustable on others. Slide an adjustable head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reducesthe chance of a neck injury in a crash. Your adjustable head restraint may also be tilted forward for greatercomfort. To return the seatback to the upright position, push the seatback all the way back until the latch catches.
Easy Entry Seat (2-DoorModels) Rear Seats The right front seatof your vehicle makes it easy to get in and out of the rear seat. Your vehicle has a folding rear seatwhich lets you fold the seatbacks down for more cargo space. 0 Tilt the right front seatback completely forward and the whole seat will slide forward. Move the seatback to its original position after someone gets into the rear seat area. Then move the seat rearward until it l o c k s .
Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. And it explains the Supplemental Intlatable Restraint (SIR), x air bag system. A CAUTION: Don’t let anyone ride where he or she can’t wear a safety belt properly. If you are in a crash and you’re not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can be much worse. You can hit thingsinside the vehicle or be ejected from it.
Your vehicle has alight that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. (See “Safety Belt Reminder Light” in the Index.) Why Safety BeltsWork When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild,and some crashes can be so serious that evenbuckled up a person wouldn’t survive.
I t Put someone on it. 1-10 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn‘t stop.
1 -- * " lE&€d.*.L-r_ 1 1 I The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... i or the instrument panel ...
Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? A: , e A e: A: or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That‘swhy safety belts make such good sense. 1-12 You cwuld be -- whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not.
If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? A: You may be an excellent driver, butif you’re in an -- you and accident -- even one that isn’t your fault your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers. Most accidents occur within25 miles (40 km) of home. And the greatest number of serious injuries of less than 40 mph and deaths occur at speeds (65 km/h). Safety belts arefor everyone.
3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don't Ict it Sct twisted. Make w r c thc t - c l c w button on the buckle is posiititmed 50 y o u would be able to unbuckle the sat't'ty hclt quickly it' you ever had to. 5 . To make the lap part tight. pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up o n the shoulder belt.
The lap partof the belt should beworn low and snug on the thighs. In a crash, this applies the hips, j'ust touching force to the strong pelvic bones. And you'd be less likely to slide underthe lap belt.If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These partsof the body are best ableto take belt restraining forces. The safety beltlocks if there's a sudden stop or a crash.
@ What’s wrong with this? I A CAUTION: L You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder beltis too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. L A: I I I 1 I I I I I 1 I The shoulder belt is too loose. It won‘t give nzarly as much protection this way.
What’s wrong with this? 1 A CAUTION: You can be seriouslyinjured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the beltwould go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at thepelvic bones. This could cause seriousinternal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.
e.'' What's wrong with this? A CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. Ina 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 asshoulder bones. You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen. A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times.
What’s wrong with this? ~~ A CAUTION: You can be seriously injuredby a twisted belt. In a crash,you wouldn’t have the full widthof 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. A: The belt is twisted across the body.
Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System This part explainsthe Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) system or air bag system. ‘i Your vehicle has an air bag for the driver. Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system: A CAUTION: You can be severely injured orkilled in a crash if you aren’t wearing your safety belt even if you have an air bag. Wearing your safety belt during a crashhelps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it.
CAUTION: (Continued) in rollover, rear, side or low-speed frontal crashes. Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there’s an airbag for that person. -- A CAUTION: Air bags inflatewith great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to aninflating air bag, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash.
How the Air Bag System Works A CAUTION: If something is between the driver and theair bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object intothat person. The path of' an inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don't put anything between an occupant and the air bag, and don't attach or put anything on or near the steeringwheel hub. Where is the air bag? The driver's air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel.
When should an air bag inflate? What makes an air bag inflate? An air bag is designed to inflatein a moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crash. The air bag will inflate only if the impact speedis above the system’s designed “threshold level.” If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn’t move or deform, the threshold level is about 14 to 18 mph (23 to 29 kmh). The threshold level can vary, however, with specific vehicle design,so that it can be somewhat above or below this range.
The air bag is designed to inflate only once. After it inflates, you’ll need some new parts for your airbag system. If you don’t get them, the air bag system won’t be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include the air bag module and possibly other parts. The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts.
Adding Equipment to Your Air The air bag affects how your vehicle should be serviced. Bag-Equipped Vehicle Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle There are partsof the air bag systemin several places around your vehicle. You don’t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your GM dealer and theGM Service Manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system. To purchase a service manual, see “Service and Owner Publications” in the Index.
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don't wear safety belts. The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it's more likely that the fetus won't be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly.
Lap Belt If your vehicle has a frontbench seat, someone can sit in the center position. When y o u sit i n rhr center front seating position, you have a lap safety belt. which has no retractor. To make the belt longer. t i l t the latch plate and pull it along the belt. To make the belt shorter, pull its free endas shown until the belt issnug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt.
Rear Seat Passengers Lap-Shoulder Belt It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. The positions next to the windows have lap-shoulder belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts.
2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again. If the belt is not long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 3.
m And you'd be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. Theseparts of the body are best ableto take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there's a sudden stop or a crash. On four-door models, the safety belt also locks if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor.
Rear Safety BeltComfort Guides for Childrenand Small Adults (4-DOOr Models) Four-door models have rear shoulder belt comfort guides. This feature will provide added safety belt comfort for childrenwho have outgrown child restraints and for small adults. When installedon a shoulder belt, the comfort guide pulls the belt away from the neck and head. There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rear seat.
Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip. 1-32 2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elastic cord must be under the belt. Then, place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide.
n 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top. 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in “Rear Seat OutsidePassenger Positions” earlier in this section. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. To remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze thebelt edges together so that you can take them out from the guides.
Center Rear Passenger Position @-DoorModels) Lap Belt When you sit in the center rear seating position, you have a lap safety belt which has a retractor. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don't let it get twisted. 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. 3. Feed the lap belt into the retractor to tighten it.
Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. In fact, the law in every statein the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained whilein a vehicle. Smaller Children andBabies I A CAUTION: 4. Position and release it the sameway as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section.
CAUTION: (Continued) heavy you can't hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 2404b. (110 kg) force on your arms. The babv would be almost impossible to hold. Secure thebaby in an infant restraint. 1A CAUTION: Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn't weigh much until a crash.
Child Restraints Where to Put the Restraint Be sure the child restraintis designed tobe used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label sayingthat it meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Accident statisticsshow that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat.We at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint ina rear seat outside position unless the child is an infant and you’re the only adult in the vehicle.
Top Strap If your child restraint has it top strap, it should be anchored. Anchor brackets for the rear outside seat positions are located on the floor in the cargo area. 1-38 Don't use the front set of tie-down brackets. Anchor the top strap to the rearmost bracket on the same side of the vehicle as the child restraint. Once you have the top strap anchored. you'll be ready to secure the child restraint itself.
Securing a Child Restraint ina Rear Outside Seat Position You’ll be using thelap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 1. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 2. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say. 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 3.
I 5 . Pull the rest o f the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor t o set the lock. 6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down onthe chld restraint. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint. justunbuckle the vehicle's safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt wilI move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger.
Center Seat Positions(4-Door Models) Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Don’t use child restraints in these positions. The restraints won’t work properly. You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strapif the child restrainthas one. 1. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 2. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say. 3.
I r .." 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1-42 5 . Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock.
7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. If you’re using a bucket seat, adjust the seat forward until the lap portion of the safety belt holds the restraint firmly. But don’t move it any more than needed to tighten the lap belt. I 6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way.
Larger Children If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and b oet the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly. Children who aren't buckled up can be thrown out in a crash. Children who aren I ouckled up can strike other people who are.
- /d CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread theimpact forces. In a crash, thetwo children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time.
A CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder partis behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal in,juries. Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips. just touching the child‘s thighs.
Safety Belt Extender Checking Your Restraint Systems If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder Iight and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you've had a crash, do you need new belts'? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, a s they would be if worn during a more severe crash. then you need new belts. If you ever see alabel on the driver's safety belt buckle that says to replace the buckle assembly. be sure to do so. Then the new buckle assembly will be there to help protect you in a collision. If belts are cut or darnagea,replace them.
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Section 2 FeaturesandControls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional featureson your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained arethe instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem.
Keys A CAUTION: Leaving young 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 power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don't leave the keys in a vehicle with young children.
This vehicle has one double-sided keyfor the ignition, endgate, spare tire lock (two-door vehicles) and door locks.It will fit with either side up. When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer provides the owner with a pair of identical keys and a key code number. The key code number tells your dealeror a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys. Keep this number in a safe place. If you lose your keys, you’ll be able to have new ones rnude cusily using this number.
Door Locks You can use your key to unlock your door from the outside. To lock your door from the inside, slide the lever on your inside door rearward. A CAUTION: Unlocked doors canbe dangerous. Passengers especially children can easily open the doors andfall out. When a door is locked, the inside handlewon't open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slowdown or stop your vehicle.
Power Door Locks (If Equipped) If your vehicle has power door locks, the switch is located on the armrest. Press LOCK to lock all the doors at once. To unlock the doors, press the raised area next to the key symbol. On four-door models, the leveron eacn rear aoor worm only that door’s lock. Rear Door Security Lock 4s With this feature, you can lock the rear doorsso they can’t be opened from the inside by passengers. Move the lockup to lock the doors and down to release the door locks.
Keyless Entry System(If Equipped) If your vehicle has this option, you can lock andunlock your doors and rear endgate from up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle. Your Keyless Entry System operates on a radio frequency subject toFederal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industryand Science Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation Battery Replacement When you press UNLOCK, the driver’s door and endgate will unlock automatically.If you press UNLOCK again within five seconds, all doors will unlock. Press LOCK to lock all the doors. Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years. Press the REAR button twice within3 1/2 seconds to unlock and unlatch the rear glass. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the transmission must be in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
To replace the battery in the Keyless Entry transmitter: L &. Resynchronization Resynchronization may be necessary due to the security method used by this system. The transmitter does not send the same signal twice to the receiver. The receiver will not respond to a signal it has been sent previously. This prevents anyone from recording and playing back the signal from the transmitter.
EndgateLiftgate A CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the rear window, endgate or liftgate open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It cancause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drivewith the rear window, endgate or liftgate open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the rear window, endgate or liftgate: Make sure all windows are shut.
Endgate Release To open a mechanical lock system from the outside, insert the key into the lock and turn i t counterclockwise to unlock the glass. Reach inside the endgate to lift the handle and open the endgate. The endgate and glass will automatically lock when shut. To open a power lock system from the outside, insert the key into the lock button and turn counterclockwise. All doors will unlock. You may also use the keyless entry system,or the power door locks, if you're vehicle is so equipped.
Liftgate Release Remote Rear Glass Release This button on the driver's side of the steering column allows you to release the rear glass from inside the vehicle. REAR HATCH Insert the key in the lock button and turn counterclockwise. All doors will unlock. You may also use the power lock switchesor the keyless entry system, if your vehicle is so equipped. Use the handle to open the liftgate. Press the buttonto open the glass whenthe liftgate is closed. The glass won't release if the vehicle is in gear.
Theft Parking at Night Vehicle theft is big business, especiallyin some cities. Although your vehicle has a numberof theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Park in a lighted spot, close allwindows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage area, or take them with you.
New Vehicle “Break-In” Ignition Positions I NOTICE: Use the key to turn the ignition switchto five different positions. ~ ~~ ~ ~ Your modern vehicle doesn’t needan elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you followthese guidelines: 0 Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for thefirst 500 miles (805 km). 0 Don’t drive at any one speed fast or slow for the first500 miles (805 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts.
NOTICE: Don’t operate accessories in theACCESSORY position for long periods of time. Prolonged operation of accessories in the ACCESSORY position could drain your battery andprevent you from starting your vehicle. LOCK (B): This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transmission. It’s a theft-deterrent feature. You will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK. OFF (C): This position lets youturn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel.
Starting Your Engine Key Release Button ac The key cannot be removed from the ignition of manual transmission vehicles unless the key release button is used. 9.- To remove the key on manual transmission vehicles, turn the key to the OFF position. Then turn the key to the LOCK position while pressing the key release button down at the same time. Pull the key straight out. Automatic Transmission Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
Manual Transmission The gear selector should be in NEUTRAL (N).Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine. Your vehicle won’t start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down -- that’s a safety feature. 1 . Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. When the engine starts,let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner.
Engine Coolant Heater (Option) In very cold weather, 0°F (- 18O Cj or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier startingand better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. To Use the Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet.
Automatic Transmission Operation Your automatic transmission may have a shift lever located on the console between the seats or on the steering column. There are several different positions for your shift lever. If your vehicle is equipped with a coiunm shift lever, it features an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument cluster. This display must be powered anytime the shift lever is capable of being moved out of the PARK (P) position.
Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) range before starting the engine. Your vehicle has a brake-transmission shift interlock.You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is in the RUN position. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever-- push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) (press the button in on the console shift lever)as you maintain brake application. Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish.
AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (0): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than about 35 mph (56 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph (56 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down. You’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power. AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (@jshould not be used when towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load. driving on steep hills, or for off-road driving.
Manual Transmission Operation 5-Speed Here’s how to operate your transmission: FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal andshift into FIRST (1). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. You can shift into FIRST(1) when you’re going less than 20 mph (32 km/h). If you’ve come to a complete stop and it’s hard to shift into FIRST(1), put the shift lever in NEUTRAL (N) and let up on the clutch. Press the clutch pedal back down. Then shift into FIRST (1).
NEUTRAL (N): Use this position when you start or idle your engine. Shift Light If you have a manual transmission, you have a SHIFT light. REVERSE (R): To back up, press the clutch pedal, wait about six seconds, then shift into REVERSE (R). Then let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal. NOTICE: Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving could damage your transmission.
A CAUTION: If you skip more than one gear when you downshift, you couldlose control of your vehicle. And you could injure yourself or others. Don’t shift down more than one gear when you downshift. All-Wheel Drive(If Equipped) If your vehicle has all-wheel drive,your engine’s driving power is sent to all fourwheels for extra traction. This is like four-wheel drive,but there is no lever or switch to engage or disengagethe front axle. It is fully automaticand adjusts itself as needed for road conditions.
Manual Transfer Case An indicator light near the lever shows you the transfer case settings: If your four-wheel-drive vehicle has the manual transfer case, the transfer case shift lever is on the floor next to the driver. Use this lever to shift intoand out of four-wheel drive.
The front axle portionof the diagram on the indicator will light up when you shift into four-wheel drive. A slight delay between shiftingand the pattern’s lighting is normal. If the pattern does not lightup, or if the front axle lights do not go outafter you shift out of four-wheel drive, have your dealer check your system. Turn the INT LIGHTS switch locatedto the right of your headlamp switchto dim your transfer case indicator light when your headlamps or parking lamps are on.
To shift intoor out of 4LO: 1. The vehicle must be moving less than 3 mph (4.8 k m h ) with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N) for an automatic transmission.For a manual transmission, the clutch pedal must be engaged. The preferred method for shiftinginto or out of 4LO is to have your vehicle moving 1 to 2 mph (1.6 to 3.2 km/h). Electronic Transfer Case (U' Equipped) . . ... If your four-wheel-drive vehicle has the electronic transfer case,the transfer case switches are above 2.
4LO: This setting also engagesyour front axle togive you extra traction.You may never need 4LO. It sends the maximumpower to all fourwheels. You might choose 4LO if you were driving off-road in sand, mud or deep snowand climbing or descending steep hills. Indicator lights in the switches show you which setting you are in. The indicator lights will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and one will stay on. If the lights do not come on, you should take your vehicle in for service.
Shifting from 4LO to 4HI or 2HI To shift from 4LO to 4HI or 2H1, your vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph (4.8 k m h ) with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N) or the clutch pedal engaged. The preferredmethod for shifting out of 4LO is to have your vehicle moving 1 to 2 mph (1.6 to 3.2 km/h). Press and release the 4HI switch. You must wait for the 4HI indicator light to stop flashing and remain illuminated before shiftingyour transmission into gear or releasingthe clutch pedal.
Parking Brake To set the parkingbrake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push downthe parking brake pedal with your left foot. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. To release the parkingbrake hold the regular brake pedal down. . . Pull the BRAKE RELEASE lever. It is located on the bottom driver’s side of the instrument panel. NOTICE: r Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakesto overheat.
Column Shift Lever Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission Models Only) 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. A CAUTION: 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) position ‘likethis: ~~ It can be dangerous toget out of your vehicle . ,. if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmlyset. Your vehiclecan roll. If you have leftthe engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.You or others could be injured.
Console Shift Lever F 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. 2. Move the shtft lever into PARK (P) position like this: 0 Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. If you have four-wheel drive with a manual transfer case shift lever, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear -- not in NEUTRAL (N). 4. Turn the ignition key to LOCK. 5. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the key, your vehicle isin PARK (P).
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission Models Only) I A CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift leveris not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmlyset. If you have four-wheel drive with a manual transfer case shift lever and your transfer case is in NEUTRAL (N), your vehicle will be free to roll,even if your shift lever is in PARK (P).
Shifting Outof PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission) Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission Models Only) Your vehicle has a brake-transmission shift interlock. You have to fully apply your regular brake before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in the RUN position. See “Automatic Transmission Operation” in the Index. Before you get out of your vehicle, turnoff your engine, put your manual transmission in REVERSE (R) and firmly apply the parking brake.
Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust A CAUTION: IA CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle andignite. Don't park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. 2-34 Engine exhaust cankill. It contains thegas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can't see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming ini f Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. Your vehicle gets rusty underneath.
Running Your Engine While You’re Parked (Automatic Transmission) It’s better not topark with the engine running. But if ever have to, here are some things to know. A CAUTION: Idling the engine with the air system control off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle (seethe earlierCaution under “Engine Exhaust”). Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle evenif the fan switchis at the highest setting. One place this can happenis a garage.
Windows Manual Windows Turn the hand crank on each door to raise or lower your manual side door windows. Power Windows (If Equipped) If you have the optional power windows, the controls are on each of the side doors. Your power windows will only work when the ignition has been turned to RUN. The driver's door has a switch for the passenger windows as well. Press the side of the switch with the down arrow to lower the window. Press the side of the switch with the up arrow to raise the window.
Lockout Switch Swing-Out Windows (2-Door Only) If your vehicle has rear swing-out windows, unlatch them at theirclasps and push out on the glass to open them. When you close the window, be sure the latch catches. Four-door vehicles have a lockout feature to prevent passengers from operating power windows.It is located on the driver's door. Press LOCK to activate this feature. Press NORM and the windows return to normal operation. Horn To sound the horn, press the horn symbols on the steering wheel pad.
Tilt Wheel (If Equipped) Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever If you have the tilt steering wheel. you should adjust the steering wheel before you drive. I You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level. then release the lever to lock the wheel in place. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
’krn and Lane ChangeSignals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions.These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished,the lever will return automatically. An arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident.
Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by turning the band with the wiper symbol on it. Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they're frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become worn or damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. Windshield Washer At the top of the multifunction lever there's a paddle marked with the windshield washer symbol and PUSH. To spray washer fluid on the windshield, press the paddle.
Rear Window WasherIWiper WASH The rear window wiper operates with a constant five second delay when the rear wiper switch is in the ON position. If the rear glass is opened, the wiper arm will automatically park on the endgate. When the glass is completely closed, the wiper will resume the delay mode. To wash the window, press and hold ON. The wipers will continue to work after you release the switch. Press OFF to turn the wiper off.
Cruise Control (If Equipped) 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 trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 krdh). If you have an automatic transmission and you apply your brakes, the cruise control will shut off. If you have a manual transmission and you apply yourbrakes or push the clutch pedal, the cruise control will shut off.
Setting Cruise Control Resuming a Set Speed 1A Suppose you set your cruise controlat a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control. But you don't need to reset it. CAUTION: If you leave yourcruise control switch on when you're not usingcruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don't want to. You could be startled and even losecontrol. Keep the cruise control switch OFF until you want to use it.
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Controi Using Cruise Controlon Hills There are two ways to go to a higher speed: How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed. load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills. you may want to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. Of course. applying the brake takes you out of cruise control.
Press the top switchwith the parking lamps symbol on it to turn on: Exterior Lamps : aD 0 Parking Lamps 0 Sidemarker Lamps 0 Taillamps 0 License Plate Lamps 0 Instrument Panel Lights 0 Transfer Case Indicator Light (if you have one) ' .- . . I . - * Press the bottom switch with the master lampssymbol on it to turn on all the lamps listed as well as the headlamps. Press the side of the switch marked OFF to turn off your lamps. The switches are on the left side of your instrument panel.
Lamps On Reminder A reminder tone will sound when your headlamps or parking lamps are turned on and your ignition is in OFF, LOCK or ACCESSORY. To turn the tone off, press the OFF switch. Daytime RunningLamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions. but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset.
Fog Lamps (If Equipped) I . . $0OFF FOG LAMPS Use your fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. Your parking lamps orlow-beam headlamps must be on foryour fog lamps to work. The fog lamp switch is on the instrument panel under the lamps switches. Pressthe side of the switch with the fog lamp symbolto turn the fog lamps on. Press OFF to turn them off. A light will glow in the switch when the fog lamps are on. Remember, fog lamps alone will not give off as much light as your headlamps.
Front Map Lamps (If Equipped) Dome Lamps If your vehicle has optional front map lamps, they are located on the inside rearview mirror. They will automatically come on for approximately 20 seconds when either front door is opened or unlocked with the Keyless Entry System, if so equipped. or until the ignition key is turned to RUN or ACCESSORY. The lamps will also stay on for approximately 15 seconds after you exit the vehicle.
Mirrors Outside Manual Adjust Mirror Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror Adjust your outside mirrors so you can just see the side of your vehicle. You can fold them before enteringa car wash. Pull the mirrors in toward the vehicle. Push the mirrors back out when finished. Power Remote Control Mirror The control is located on the driver's door armrest.Turn the control to L or R to choose the mirror, then press the arrows on the outside switch ring to adjust the mirror.
Convex Outside Mirror Overhead Console(If Equipped) Your passenger’s sidemirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. A CAUTION: A convex mirrorcan make things(like other vehicles) look farther away than they reallyare. If you cut too sharplyinto the right lane,you could hit a vehicleon your right. Checkyour inside mirroror glance over your shoulderbefore changing lanes.
Reading Lamps Installing a Garage Door Opener If you have a garage door opener, the front overhead compartment canbe used to conveniently store the opener. To install the garagedoor opener, first openthe compartment doorby pressing the latch forward. Peel the protective backing from the hook and loop patch. I The lamps can alsobe swiveled to point in the desired direction. ‘I Press it firmly to the back of your garage door opener, as close to the center of the opener as possible.
Now, with the Compartment door closed, press the button again to make sure the garage door opener operates properly. The pegs inside the compartment door are used to make sure the button on the compartment door will contact the control button on the garage door opener. A I Add one peg at a time until the garage door opener operates with the compartment door closed when you press the button.
Temperature and Compass Display Turn the display on or off by pressing the ON/OFF switch. Display the temperature in either degrees Fahrenheit (English) or Celsius (metric) by pressing the U S N E T switch. Before you turn on the ignition and move the vehicle, the temperature indicated will be the last outside temperature recorded with the ignition on. If the outside temperature is 37 OF (3 O C) or lower when you turn on the ignition, ICE will appear on the display.
2. Press and hold both the ON/OFF and the USMET switches. The displaywill go off. 3. After five seconds, VAR CAL will appear on the display. When it does, release both buttons. 4. Press USMET until your zone number appears on the display. 5. Press ON/OFF to enter your zone number. Your variance is now set. Driver Information System (If Equipped) This system displays the outside air temperature, compass direction and trip information in the overhead console.
The compassis self-calibrating, so it does not need to be manually set. However, if C (Calibration) is displayed, the compasswill need to be calibrated. You may also place the compassin a noncalibrated mode by pressing and holding the MODE andUSMET buttons simultaneously whilein the COMP/TEMP mode. After about 10 seconds, the compass will display C and you can release the buttons.
Sunglasses Storage Compartment Front Storage Area .... 56: The console has a sunglasses storage compartment. Door Storage You will find a storage compartment on each of the front doors. Four-door models have storage pockets and cupholders on rear doors. 2-56 Tf your vehicle has this console compartment, squeeze the front lever while lifting the top to open it. You can store cassettes in the slots i n the front of the compartment. If you have a compact disc player.
Convenience Net (If Equipped) If your vehicle hasthe center armrest compartment, lift the cover to expose the storage area which includes slots for cassettesand a coinholder. A storage compartment under your radio may be used to hold small items. You may havea convenience net in the rearof your vehicle to help keep small items, like gloves and light clothing in place during sharp turns or quick stops and starts. The net is not designed to retain these items during off-road use.
Roll-Up Cargo Cover (If Equipped) Cargo Tie Downs If you have the optional cargo cover, you can use it to cover items in the cargo area of your vehicle. Grasp the handle and unroll the cover. Latch the posts into the sockets on the inside trim panel on the passenger's side of the vehicle to secure it. I A CAUTION: An improperly stored cargo cover couldbe thrown about the vehicle duringa collision or sudden maneuver.You or others could be injured.
Luggage Carrier (If Equipped) A CAUTION: If you try to carrysomething on top of your vehicle that is longer or wider than theluggage carrier like paneling, plywood, a mattress, and so forth the wind can catch itas you drive along. This can causeyou to lose control. What you are carryingcould be violently torn off, and this could cause you or other drivers to have a collision, and of course damage yourvehicle. You may be able to carrysomething like thisinside.
You can adjust the crossrails to handle different sized loads. Just loosen the slider knobs at each end of the crossrail and move them to where you want them. Make sure both sides of the crossrail are even. then tighten the slider knobs. Be sure the cargo is properly loaded. Follow these guidelines: Carrying small, heavy loads on the roof is not recommended. Tie the load to the moveable tie down (two per each side of the side rails). Use the crossrails only to keep the load from sliding.
NOTICE: Loading cargothat weighs more than 200 lbs. (91 kg) on theluggage carrier may damage your vehicle. When you carry largethings, never let them hang over therear or thesides of your vehicle. Load your cargoso that itrests on the slats anddoes not scratch ordamage thevehicle. Put the cargoagainst the side rails and fasten it securely to the luggage carrier. Put the main weight as far forward as you can. Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle.
NOTICE: Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror (If Equipped) Don’t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtray. If you do, cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire causing damage. To remove the front ashtray, lift the release tab as high as possible, then remove the tray. Four-door vehicles have smaller ashtrays inside the rear doors. Press PUSH to turn the ashtray around for use. V Sun Visors To block out glare. you can swing down the top and bottom visors.
Accessory Power Outlets (If Equipped) Sunroof (If Equipped) If you have accessory power outlets,you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment. The accessory power outlets are located below the cigarette lighter. Justpull down from the top of the doorand follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical equipment you install. These circuits are protectedby a fuse and have maximum current levels.
Universal Transmitter (If Equipped) L !Mini Console Full-Size Console This transmitter allows you to consolidate the functions of up to three individual hand-held transmitters.It will operate garrage doors and gates. or with the accessory package, other devices controlled by radio frequency such as home/office lighting systems and security systems. The transmitter will learn and transmit the frequencies of most current transmitters and is powered by your vehicle's battery and charging system.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interferencethat may cause undesired operation. Programming the Transmitter Do not use the transmitter with any garage dooropener that does not have the “stop and reverse’’ feature. This includes any garage door openermodel manufactured before April 1, 1982.
Operating the Transmitter Press and hold the appropriate button on the universal transmitter. The red light comes on while the signal is being transmitted. Note that the effective transmission range of the universal transmitter may differ from the hand-held transmitter and from one channel to another. Erasing Channels To erase all three programmed channels. hold down the two outside buttons until the red light begins to flash.
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A. Air Vents H. Storage Compartment B. Instrument Cluster I. Audio System C. Electronic Transfer Case (If Equipped) J. Fog Lamps (If Equipped) D. Comfort Controls K. Lamp Controls E. Glove Box L. Rear Endgate Release F. Ashtray M. Brake Release G. Cigarette LightedPower Auxiliary Outlets (If Equipped) N. Rear Window Washermiper 2-68 0.
Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You'll know how fast you're going, about how much fuel you've used, and many other things you'll need to know to drive safely and economically.
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Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer showshow far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). Each tachometer has a different limit dependingon the powertrain in your vehicle. The tachometer hasthree areas: normal operating range, red warning range and red danger range. Your odometer is tamper resistant.
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement.Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle's functions.
Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag module, the wiring and the diagnostic module. For more information on the air bag system, see ‘*AirBag” in the Index. AIR BAG This light will come on when you start your engine, and it will flash for a few seconds.
Voltmeter Gage When your engine is not running, but the ignition is on (in the RUN position). this gage shows your battery’s state of charge in DC volts. (J VOLTS When the engine is running. the gage shows the condition of the charging system. Readings between the low and high warning zones indicate the normal operating range.
Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though,you need both parts working well. If the warning light comes on, there could be a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. 1 BRAKE This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN.
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ANTI - LOCK 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. If the light stays on. or comes on when you're driving, your irehick needs service. If the regular brake system warning light isn't on. you still have brakes. but you don't have anti-lock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine SoonLight) NOTICE: 1 SERVICE ENGINE SOON Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition andemission control systems. This system is called OBD I1 (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle. helping to produce a cleaner environment. ( I n Canada. OBD 11 is replaced by Enhanced Diqnohtics.
If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: 0 Reducing vehicle speed. 0 Avoiding hard accelerations. Avoiding steep uphill grades. If you are towing a trailer. reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible. If the light stops trashing and remains on steady. see "If the Light Is On Steady" following. If the light continues to flash, when it is safe t o do so. stop the lyehiclc. Find a safe place to park your vehicle.
Engine Oil Pressure Gage The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running. 011 0- Canadian vehicles indicate pressurein kPa (kilopascals). Oil pressure may vary with engine speed, outside temperature and oil viscosity, but readings above the low pressure zone indicate the normal operating range. A CAUTION: Don't keep drivingif the oil pressure is low. If so hot that it you do, your engine can become catches fire.You or others couldbe burned.
-w Shift Light / f l s You have the shift light if you have a manual transmission. This light comes on very briefly as a bulb check whenyou start the engine. Shiftingwhen the indicator lightis on will help you get the best fuel economy. See "Shift Light" in the Index. 'd 8. Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light This light is on the instrument panel. It goes on whenever the DRL are on, the ignition is on,.the headlamp switch is off and the parking brake is released.
Gate Ajar Light GATE AJAR Fuel Gage This light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine. If it stays on. your liftgate is ajar. Try closing the liftgate again. Never drive with the liftgate even partially open. When the ignition is on, the fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have remaining. Here are four thingsthat some owners ask about. None of these show aproblem with your fuel gage: At the gas stsiion, the g a rump shuts off before the gage reads FULL (Fj.
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Section 3 Comfort Controls and AudioSystems In this section, you'll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle.
Comfort Controls Temperature Knob With this system. you can control the heating. cooling and ventilation in your vehicle. The upper knob regulates the temperature of the air coming through the system. Turn the knob clockwise for w r n w air, Turn the knob co~~nterclockwise for cooler air. Climate Control System Mode Knob $8 hl OF 1 The lower knob allows you to choose the direction of a i r delivery. OFF: This setting turns the system off.
0 + HEATER: ’ This setting directs warmed air through the heater floor outletsand windshield defroster outlets. w. ‘H BLEND: Airflow is divided equally between the heater floor outletand the windshield defroster outlets. DEFROST This setting directsmost air through the windshield defroster outletsand some through the heater outlets. Air Conditioning On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape. This reducesthe time it takes for your vehicle to cool down.
Ventilation System ror mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed. use VENT to direct outside air through your vehicle. Airtlow is through the instrument panel outlets. Your vehicle's ventilation system supplies outside air- to the inside of yo11r vehicle when it is moving. When the vehicle is not moving. you can get outside a i r to flow through by selecting any mode and any fan speed. You can move the outlets t o direct the flow o f air, or close the outlets altogether.
Defogging and Defrosting On cool, humid days. use BLEND to keep the windshield and side windows clear. Use DEFROST to remove fog or ice from the windshield quickly in extreme humid or cold conditions. Turn the temperature knob clockwise and move the fan control toward HI. Rear Window Defogger (Option) window of as much snow or ice as possible before using the rear window defogger. To turn on the rear window defogger. find the switch marked REAR DEFOG on your instrument panel below the headlamp switch.
Audio Systems AM-FM Stereo Your Delco" audio system has been designed t o operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. You w i l l yet the most etl-joyment out of it if ~ O Lacq~laint I yo~~t-self with it first. Find out what yo11rDelco system can do and how to operate a l l its controls. to be sure you're 2 Oettins the most outof the advanced engineering that went into it.
Finding a Station AM-FM: Press the lower knob to switch between AM and FM. The display shows your selection. TUNE: Turn the lower knob to tune in radio stations. SEEK: Press this button to go to the next higher station and stop. SCAN: Press this button to listen to each station for a few seconds. The radio will go to the next station, stop for a few seconds, then go to the next station. SCAN will appear on the display. Press SCAN again to stop scanning.
AM-FNI Stereo with Cassette Tape Player (If Equipped) Finding a Station AM-FM: Press the lower knob to switch between AM and FM. The display sl~owsyour selection. TUNE: Turn the lower knob to tune i n radio stations. SEEK: Press this button t o go to the next higher station and stay there. SCAN: Press this button to listen to each station for a few seconds. The radio will go to the next station. stop f o r a few seconds. then go to the next station. SCAN w i l l appear on the display.
In addition to the four stations already set, up to three more stations may be preset on each band by pressing two adjoining buttons at the same time. Just: 1. Tune in the desired station. 2 . Press SET. (SET will appear on the display.) 3. Press two adjoining pushbuttons at the same time. within five seconds. Whenever you press the same two buttons, the station you set will return. 4. Repeat the steps for each pair of pushbuttons.
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player'*:'# and Equalizer(If Equipped) AM-ST Press this button to tune an AM station that broadcasts in stereo. Your STEREO light will come on when you're receiving AM stereo. If you press AM-ST and there is no more noise, it means the station is weak. You'll hear the station better if you do not use AM-ST. Press the button again to turn off stereo. Finding a Station AM-FM: Press the lower knob to switch between AM and FM. The display shows your selection.
PUSHBUTTONS: The four numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 14 stations (seven AM and seven FM). Just: 1 . TLII-II the radio on. ' 2. Press AM-FM to select the band. 3. Tune in the desired station. 4. Press SET. (SET will appear on the display.) 5. Press one of the four pushbuttons. within five seconds. Whenever you press that numbered button, the station you set will return. 6. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.
Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player. Once the tape is playing, use the PWR-VOL. BAL and FADE knobs just as you do for the radio. A lighted arrow will be'displayed to show tape play direction. REVERSE: Press the arrow button i n the opposite direction that the lighted arrow points t o reverse quickly to another part of the tape.
AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped) and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Move the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the SCV. Then, as you drive, SCV automatically increases the volume, as necessary. to overcome noise at any particuiar speed. The volume level shouId always sound the same to you as you drive. I f you don't want to use SCV. turn the control all the way down.
PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM. six FM 1 and six FM2). Just: 1 . Turn the radio on. ? -. Press AM-FM t o select the band. 3. Tune i n the desired station. 4. Press AUTO TONE to select the setting yo^^ prefer. 5 . Press and hold one of the four pushbuttons. The sound will mute. When it returns. release the button Whenever you press that numbered button.
Setting the Tone Adjusting the Speakers BASS: Press lightly on this knob to release it froln its BAL: Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position. Turn the knob clockwise to increase bass and counterclockwise t o decrease bass. When the BASS control is rotated, the AUTO TONE setting will change to MAN. stored position. Turn the control clockwise to adjust sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise to adjust sound to the left speakers.
REV (43: Press and ho16 REV to return rapidly t o a favorite passage. YCXIwill hear the disc selection pIay at high speed while you press the REV button. This allows y o u to listen and find out when the disc is at the desired selection. Release REV to resum playing. FWD (6): Press and hold this butron to advance rapidly within a track. You will hear the disc selection play at high speed while YCNI press the FWD button. This allows you to listen and find out when the disc is at the desired selection.
CD AUX: To switch between the player and the radio when a disc is playing, press the AM-FM button. To return to the player, press CD AUX. When a disc is playing, the letters CD and the CD symbol will appear on the display. ( I f the radio is turned off, the disc stays Theft-Deterrent Feature in the player and will resume playing at the point where it stopped.) The THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used or ignored. If ignored, the system plays normally and the radio is not protected by the feature.
I . Write down any three or four-digit number from 000 to 1999 and keep it i n a safe place separate from the vehicle. Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss 2. Turn the isnition to ACCESSORY or R U N . Enter your secret code as follows: pause n o more than I5 seconds between steps: 3. Turn the radio off. 1. LOC appears when the ignition is o n . 4. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold thcm dow~l until --- shows on the display.
Disabling the Theft-Deterrent Feature Enter your secret code asfollows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: To unlock a secured radio, see “Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss” earlier in this section. 1. Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN. Understanding Radio Reception 2. Turn the radio off. FM Stereo 3. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold them down until SEC shows on the display. FM stereo will give you the best sound.
To help avoid hearingloss or damage: Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly. 1 NOTICE: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, Delco radio or othersystems, and even damage them.
You may also choose a non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head. This type of cleaning cassette will not eject and, it may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner. Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs. Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge. Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time.
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Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving.
Defensive Driving The best advice anyone cangive about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle LIP. (See"Safety Belts" in the Index.) Defensive driving really means "be ready for anything." On city streets, rural roads or freeways. it nleans "always expect the unexpected." Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do. Be ready for their mistakes.
Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributorto the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcoholand then drive. But what if people do? How much is “too much” if the driver plans to drive? It’s a lot less than many might think. Although it depends on each person and situation, here is some general informationon the problem.
Since alcohol is carried in body water. this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks. The law in many U.S. states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 0.10 percent. In a growing number of U.S. states. and throughout Canada. the limit is 0.08 percent. In some other countries. it's even lower. The BAC limit for all comnlercial drivers i n the United States is 0.04 percent. The BAC will be over 0.
The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street’? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoidthe collision. There’s something else about drinkingand driving that many people don’t know.
Control of a Vehicle Braking You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Braking action involvesperception time and reaction time. First, you have to decideto push on thebrake pedal. That’s perception time. Then you have tobring up your foot and do it. That’s reaction time. Average reaction time is about 3/4 of a second.
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life.
The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure lister than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. Here's how anti-lock works. Let's say the road is wet. You're driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out i n front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here's what happens with ABS. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. I f one of the wheels is about to stop rolling.
Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the timeyou need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you‘ you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slowsor stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, even thoughyou have anti-lock brakes. Using Anti-Lock Don’t pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down and let anti-lock work for you.
Suppose you‘re steering througha sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control systems -- steering and acceleration -- have to do their work where the tires meet the road. Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places. You can lose control. What should YOLI do if this ever happens‘?Ease up on the accelerator pedal. steer the vehicle the way you want it to go. and slow down. Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed. Of course.
Off-Road Recovery You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulderwhile you're driving. I OFF - ROA An emergency like this requires close attentionand a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o'clock positions, you can turn it a tull 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand. Bur you hrt\*eto act fast, steer quickly,and just a h quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the ob-jcct.
Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment. accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead. then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-lane highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds. A miscalculation. an error i n judgment.
Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its frontin your inside mirror, activate your rightlane change signal and move back into the right lane. (Remember that your right outside mirror is convex.The vehicle you just passed may seem to be farther away from you than it really is.) Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on two-lane roads.
If your vehicle starts to slide. ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go. I f you start steering quickly enough. your vehicle may straighten out. Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs. Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow. ice. gravel or other material is on the road. For safety. you’ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions.
Off-Road Driving withYour Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle Before You Go Off-Roading There are sutfre things to do before you go out. For This off-road guide is for vehicles that have four-wheel drive. example, be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done. Check to make sure all underbody shields (if so equipped) are properly attached. Be sure you read all the information about your four-wheel-drive vehicle in this manual.
A CAUTION: 0 0 0 Cargo on the load floor piled higher than the seatbacks can be thrown forward during a suddenstop. You or your passengers could be injured. Keep cargo below the top of the seatbacks. Unsecured cargo on theload floor canbe tossed about when driving over rough terrain. You or your passengers canbe struck by flying objects. Secure the cargo properly. Heavy loads on theroof raise the vehicle's center of gravity, making it more likely to roll over. You can be seriously or fatally in.
Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip, especially when going to a remote area.Know the terrain and plan your route. You are much less likely to get bad surprises. Get accurate maps of trails and terrain.Try to learn of any blocked or closed roads. It’s also a good idea to travel with at least one other vehicle. If something happensto one of them, the other can help quickly. Does your vehicle have a winch? If so. be sure to read the winch instructions.
Scanning the Terrain Off-road driving can take you over mLmy different kinds of terrain. You need to be fatniliar with the terrain and its many different features. Here are some things to consider. Surface Cmditiom. Off-roading can take you over hard-packed dirt, gravel. rocks. grass. sand, mud, snow or ice. Each of these surfaces affects the steering, acceleration and brakinz of your vehicle i n different ways. Depending upon the kind of surfxe you are on. you may experience slipping. sliding.
Driving on Off-Road Hills Off-road driving often takes you up, down or across a hill. Driving safelyon hills requires good judgment and an understanding of what your vehicle can and can’t do. There are somehills that simply can’t be driven, no matter how well built the vehicle. IA ~ ~ CAUTION: Many hills are simply too steep for any vehicle. If you drive up them, you will stall. If you drive down them, you can’t control your speed. If you drive across them, you will roll over.
Driving Uphill Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, you need to take some special steps. 0 0 0 Use a low gear and get a firm grip or1 the steering wheel. Get a smooth start up the hill and try to maintain your speed. Don't use more power than you need. because you don't want your wheels to start spinning or sliding. Try to drive straight up the hill if at all possible. If the path twists and turns, you might want to find another route.
@ What should I do if my vehicle stalls, or is about to stall, and I can’t make it up the hill? A: If this happens, there are some things you should do. and there are some thingsyou must not do. First, here’s what you should do: 0 Push the brake pedal to stop the vehicle and keep it from rolling backwards. Also, apply the parking brake. 0 If your engine is still running, shift the transmission to REVERSE (R), release the parking brake, and slowly back down the hill in REVERSE (R).
Suppose, after stalling,I try to back down the hill and decide I just can’t doit. What should I do? A: Set the parking brake, put your transmission in PARK ( P ) (or the manual transmission in FIRST ( I ) ) and turn off the engine. Leave the vehicle and go get some help. Exit on the uphill side and stay clear of the path the vehicle would take if it rolled downhill. Do not shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL ( N ) when you leave the vehicle. Leave i t i n some gear-.
Driving Downhill When off-roading takes you downhill, you’ll want to consider a number of things: 0 How steep is the downhill? Will I be able to maintain vehicle control? 0 What’s the surface like? Smooth? Rough‘?Slippery‘? Hard-pac ked dirt ‘? Gravel? 0 Are there hidden surface obstacles? Ruts’? Logs? Boulders’? 0 What’s at the bottom of the hill? Is there a hidden creek bank or even a river bottom with large rocks? If you decide you can go down a hill safely, then try to keep your vehicle headed s
Q: A: 0 Am I likely to stall when going downhill? from tilting and rolling over. Also, driving across an incline puts more weight on the downhill wheels. This could cause a downhill slide or a rollover. It’s much more likely to happen going uphill. But if it happens going downhill, here’s what to do. Stop your vehicle by applying the regular brakes. Apply the parking brake. Shift to PARK (P) (or to NEUTRAL ( N ) with the nlanual transmission) and,while still brakin,,0 restart the engine.
e: A: What if I’m driving across an incline that’s not too steep, but I hit some loose gravel and start to slide downhill. What should I do? If you feel your vehicle starting to slideside.ways, turn downhill. This should help straighten out the vehicle and prevent the side slipping. However, a much better way to prevent this is toget out and “walk the course” so you know what the surface is like before you drive it.
Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice When you drive in mud. snow or sand. your wheels won't get good traction. You can't accelerate as quickly, turning is more difficult. and you'll need longer braking distances. It's best to use a low gear when you're in mud -- the deeper the mud. the lower the gear. In really deep mud. the idea is to keep your vehicle moving so you don't b *et stuck. When you drive on sand, you'll sense a change in wheel traction. But it will depend upon how loosely packed the sand is.
If the water isn’t too deep, then drivethrough it slowly. At fast speeds, water splasheson your ignition system and your vehicle can stall. Stalling can also occurif you get your tailpipe under water. And, as long asyour tailpipe is under water, you’llnever be able to start your engine. When you go through water, remember that when your brakes get wet, itmay take you longer to stop. b I A CAUTION: Driving through rushing water can be dangerous.
Driving at Night a Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the olare fromheadlamps behind you. Since you can't see as well, you may need to sIow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. 3 0 0 k- ---I Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead. a In remote areas, watch for animals. 0 If you're tired, pull off the road in a safe place and rest. Night Vision N o one can see as well at night as in the daytime.
You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, oreven several seconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare (as from a driverwho doesn’t lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow down a little. Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps. Keep your windshield andall the glass on your vehicle clean -- inside and out. Glareat night is made much worse by dirt on the glass.
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 sipals. pavement markings. the edge of the road and even people walking. It's wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid.
Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually rideon the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. Driving Through Deep Standing Water I NOTICE: If you drive tooquickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine’s air intake and badly damage your engine.
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 sipals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: a Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip. a Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities. You'll save time and energy.
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. At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you have a clearview of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traffic.
Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night. When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to the next exit. The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply. Is your vehicle ready for a long trip?If you keep it serviced and maintained, it's ready to go.
Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Is there actually sucha condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Callit highway hypnosis, lackof awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
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. Know how to go down hills. The most important thing to know is this: let your engine do some of the slowing down. Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steepor long hill. A CAUTION: If you don’t shift down, your brakes could get so hot that they wouldn’t workwell. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill. You could crash.
Winter Driving Include an ice scraper,a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include asmall bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction. Besure you properly securethese items in your vehicle.
Whatever the condition -- smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow -- drive with caution. Accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction. If you accelerate too fast. the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more. ‘‘1 :-................ .................. . . . . ... .. .. . ., .. ._. ._ ._ .. ._. _ .. .. _. _. _ . _, ..I _ . . _ . . . . . .. . .. . . . . . . , , , . .
If You’re Caught in a Blizzard Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanketaround you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insuIators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags , floor mats -- anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm. If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation.
A CAUTION: Snow cantrap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadlyCO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You can’t see ito r smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle. Clear away snow from around the baseof your vehicle, especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe. And check around again from time to time to be sure snow doesn’t collect there. Open a window justa little on the sideof the vehicle that’s away from the wind.
Recreational Vehicle Towing (Four-wheel Drive With Manual Shift TransferCase Only) 1. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Place an automatic transmission in PARK (P) or a manual transmission in FIRST ( 1). 3. Firmly attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle. Do not tow the vehicle by the rear bumper bar. Refer to the hitch manufacturer’s instructions. 4. Place the manual shift transfer case shift lever in NEUTRAL (N).
Recreational Vehicle Towing (Except Four-wheel Drive With Manual Shift Transfer Case) Loading Your Vehicle Vehicles with two-wheel drive or the optional electronic shift transfer case require special modifications before they can be towed in this manner. Please contact your dealer for the towing information that is appropriate for your particular vehicle. Vehicles with all-wheel drive (AWD) can not be towed in this manner.
The Certificatioflire label alsotells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles,called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).To find out the actual loads on your front andrear axles, you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle. Your dealer can help you with this. Be sure to spreadout your load equally on both sides of the centerline. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or the GAWR for eitherthe front or rearaxle. If you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out.
A CAUTION: ~ ~ ~ ~ 1 ~ ~ ~ Things you put inside yourvehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. 0 Put things in the cargo areaof your vehicle. Try tospreadtheweight evenly. 0 Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside the vehicleso that some of them are above the topsof the seats. 0 Don't leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle. When you carry something inside the vehicle, secure it whenever you can.
I NOTICE: Towing a Trailer I A CAUTION: I ~ I i If you don’t use the correct equipmentand drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the traileris too heavy, the brakes may not work well or even at all. You and your passengers could be seriously injured. Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section. Ask your GM dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with your vehicle.
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you have an automatic transmission, you can use DRIVE (D) (or. as you need to, a lower gear) when towing a trailer. Operating your vehicle in DRIVE (D) when towing a trailer will minimize heat buildup and extend the lifeof your transmission. If you have a manual transmission and you are towing a trailer, it’s better not to use FIFTH ( 5 ) gear. Just drive in FOURTH (4) gear (or, as you need to, a lower gear).
Vehicle 2-Wheel Drive, Auto. Trans. 2-Wheel Drive, Manual Trans. 4-Wheel Drive & All-Wheel Drive, Auto. Trans. 4-Wheel Drive & All-Wheel Drive, Manual Trans. Axle Ratio Trailer Wt. 3.OS 4,500 lbs. (2 04 1 kg) 5,500 lbs. (2 495 kg) 3.42 3.424,500 lbs. (2 04 1 kg) 3.08 3.42 3.73 3.42 4,000 lbs. (1 8 14 kg) 5,000 lbs. (2 268 kg) 5,000’1bs.(2 268 kg) 4,000 lbs.
Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Be sure your vehicle‘s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires.You’ll find these numbers on the CertificationRire label on the driver’s door edge, above the door latch, or see‘.Tire Loading” in the Index. Then be sure you don’t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle, including the weight of the trailer tongue. A B If you’re using a weight-carrying hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (B).
0 Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch? Trailer Brakes If you do, then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch. If you don’t seal them, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) from your exhaust can get into your vehicle (see “Carbon Monoxide” in the Index). Dirt andwater can, too. loaded, then it needs its own brakes -- and they must be adequate.
Driving witha Trailer If you have a rear-most window open and you pull a trailer with your vehicle, carbon monoxide (CO)could come into yourvehicle. You can’t see or smellCO. It can cause unconsciousness or death. (See “Engine Exhaust”in the Index.) To maximize your safety when towinga trailer: Have your exhaust system inspected for leaks, and make necessary repairs before starting on your trip. 0 Keep the rear-most windows closed.
Following Distance Making Turns Stay at least twiceas far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. I NOTICE: Passing You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you‘re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deal longer, you’ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane.
When towing a trailer, the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out. Thus, you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not. It's important to check occasionally to be surethe trailer bulbs are still working. Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear byfilw you start down a long or steep downgrade. If you don't shift down.
7 .? A CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shiftlever is not fully in PARK (P) with the i I parking brakefirmly set. Your vehiclecan roll. If you have leftthe engine running, thevehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re onfairly level ground, use the steps that follow.
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 . Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down whiie you: Start your engine: Shift into a gear: and Release the parking brake. 3,. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. 4-54 Maintenance When TrailerTowing Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this.
Trailer Wiring Harness The light duty trailerwiring is a six-wire harness assembly. The optional heavy-duty trailer wiring is an eight-wire harness assembly. The harnesses are stored under the vehicle, along the passenger-side frame crossmember on two-door vehicles or on the driver’s side corner framecrossmember on four-door vehicles. The heavy-duty trailer wiring has a 30-amp feed wire with an inline fuse located by the junction block. See “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index.
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Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you'll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road.
Hazard Warning Flashers Press the button on top of the steering column all the way down to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in. To turn off the flashers, press the button until the first click and release. Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off.
Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cablesto start your vehicle. But please use the following steps to do it safely. I A CAUTION: I ~ 1 ~ NOTICE: I ~ Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Do not try to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it. This could damage your vehicle, even if you have a manual transmission.
2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cabIes can reach. but be sure the vehicles aren't touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don't want. You wouldn't be able to start your vehicle. and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. You could be injured if the vehicles roll. Set the parking brake firmly on each vehicle. Put an automatic transmission in PARK (Pj or a manual transmission i n NEUTRAL (N).
4. Open both hoods and locate the batteries. Find the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on each battery. IA CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded.Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. You don’t need to add water to theDelco Freedom@ battery installed in every new GM vehicle. But if a battery has filler caps, be sure the right amount of fluid is there.
7. Don‘tletthe other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) tennitla1 of the good battery. 9. Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move. The electrical connection is just as b w o d there, but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less. 8. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the good battery’s negative (-) terminal. Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next step.
12. Remove the cables in reverse orderto prevent electrical shorting. Take carethat they don’t touch each otheror any other metal. Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your vehicle. See“Roadside Assistance” in the index. If your vehicle has been changed since it was factory-new by adding things like fog lamps, aero skirting, or special tires and wheels, these instructions may not be correct. -0 A Before you do anything, turn on the hazard warning flashers.
A CAUTION: A CAUTION: To help avoid injury toyou or others: Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed. Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds. Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured. Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted by the tow truck. Always use separate safety chains on each side when towing a vehicle. Never use J-hooks. Use T-hooks instead. 5-8 A vehicle can fall from a car carrier if it isn’t adequately secured.
When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key turned to the OFF position. The steeringwheel should be clamped in a straight-ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing service. Do not use the vehicle's steering column lock for this. Thetransmission should be in NEUTRAL (N) and the transfer case, if you have one, should be in 2HI. The parking brake should be released.
NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment o r fascia/fog lamp damage will occur. Use wheel-lift or car carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for car-carrier equipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps. Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle. Damage can occurfrom vehicle to ground or vehicle towheel-lift equipment. To help avoid damage, install a towing dolly and raise thevehicle until adequate clearance is obtained between the ground and/or wheel-lift equipment.
Tow Limits -- 35 mph (56 k d ) , 30 miles@3O krn) . . '*Vehicles with all- wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive and the electrbni'ctransfer case DptibMmlasritse'a iowing dully undwthefront wheels &hen towing from the reay: ~, Do not tow with sling-type equipment or rea bumper valance damagewill occur. Use whee or car-carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for car-carrier equipment. safety chains andwheel straps. Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle.
Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine A CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open thehood. Stay away from the engineif you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant beforeyou open the hood.
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: Climb a long hill on a hot day. 0 Stop after high-speed driving. If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower forabout 10 minutes. If the warning doesn’t come back on, you can drive normally. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your vehicle rightaway. 1.
When you decide it's safe to lift the hood. here's what you'll see: hi A CAUTION: If your vehicle hasair conditioning, the auxiliary electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothingand tools away from any underhood electric fan. If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don't do anything else until it cools down. A. Coolant Recovery Tank B. Radiator Pressure Cap C.
A CAUTION: Heater and radiatorhoses, and otherengine parts, canbe very hot. Don’ttouch them. If you do, you can’be burned. Don’t run the engineif there isa leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and you could beburned. Get any leak fixed before you drive thevehicle. The coolant level shouldbe at the ADD mark.
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank I f you haven‘t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn‘t at the ADD mark, add a SO/SO mixture of clenrz w t e r (preferably distilled) and DEX-COOL” (silicate-free) antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank. (See ”Engine Coolant” i n the Index for more information.) A CAUTION: Adding only plain water to yourcooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid like alcohol, canboil before the proper coolant mix will.
4 I A CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the ADD mark, start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there’s one more thing you can try. You can add the proper coolant mix directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it.
A CAUTION: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, andif you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap tocool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap.
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. 1 . You can remove the pressure cap when the cooling system, including the pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops. (Don't press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss. wait for that to stop. A hiss means there is still some pressure left.
1 3. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOL" coolant mixture. up t o the base of the filler neck. 5-20 3. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the ,4DD mark. 5 . Put t h e cap back o n the coolant recovery tank. but leave the pressure cap off.
A 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fan. 7 . By this time, the coolant level inside the filler neck may be lower. If the Ievel is lower. add more of the 8. Then replace the pressure cap. At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck, reinstall the pressure cap. Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this.
Engine Fan Noise If a Tire Goes Flat This vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan.When the clutch is engaged, the fan spins fasterto 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. Under heavy vehicle loading, trailer towing and/or high outside temperatures. the fan speed increases when the clutch engages. So you may hear an increase in fan noise.
Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire andwheel damage by driving slowly to a levelplace. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. A 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 placeto change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1. Set the parking brakefirmly. 2.
h The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The jacking equipment you'll need is stored along the driver's rear wall. In some cases. you may have to remove the spare tire in order to reach the jack. Your vehicle is also equipped with work gloves and a plastic ground mat to assist in the changing of a flat tire.
To remove the underbody-mounted spare, insert the chisel endof the wheel wrench, on an angle, into the hole in the rear bumper. Be sure the chisel end of the wheel wrench connects into the hoist shaft. 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. When the tire has been completely lowered, tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening.
I The locking wheel nut can be removed by snapping the rubber weather cover off the face of the lock case. Insert the key and pull the lock case straight off. It is not necessary to turn the key. Put the spare tire near the flat tire. The tools you'll be using include the jack ( A ) and wheel wrench (B). Your vehicle may also have an optional hub cap removal tool.
The optional hub cap removal tool is stowed with Position the hub cap removal tool in the notch and pull straight away from the wheel to avoid potential damage to the hub cap and wheel surface. Remove the hub cap. If you have an aluminum orplastic molded hub cap, pry it off with the chisel end of your wheel wrench. Some of the molded plastic hub caps have imitation wheel nuts molded into them.
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 3. Fit the jack into the appropriate hole nearest the tlat tire. i L E & A. Front Frame Hole B.
I /d CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when isitjacked upis dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injuredor killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. I NOTICE: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle to fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure tofit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle. a 4.
6. Remove' any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. I A CAUTION: ~~ Never use oil or grease on studsor nuts. If you do, the nuts might comeloose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 7. Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface. A CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make thewheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident.
. . I n A 10. Use the wrench to tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. 9. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely.
A CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead toan accident. Be sure to use the correctwheel nuts. If you have to replace them, besure toget new GNI original equipment wheel nuts. Stop somewhereas soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to95 lb-ft (130 Nom).
Follow this diagram to store the underbody-mounted spare. 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle, with the valve stem pointed down andto the rear. A. Retainer 2. Pull the retainer through the wheel. B. Valve Stem 3. Put the chisel end of the wheel wrench, on an angle, (Pointed Down) C. Spare or Flat Tire D. E. E G. Spring Wheel Wrench Lower Raise H. Hoist Arm through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft.
Follow this diagram for the inside-mounted spare. Follow this diagram for the rear-mounted spare. C7 C D i - i, A. Spare or Flat Tire A. Wheel Carrier B. Retainer (Two-Wheel Drive) B. Spare Tire C . Nut C. Wheel Nut and Locking Nut Cylinder D. Retainer (Four-wheel Drive) Reinstall the locking wheel n u t using the wheel wrench. Then push the lock case onto the lug nut until it stops. The key does n o t have to be inserted into the lock. Push the lock case to be sure it is secured.
Return the jack,wheel wrench and wheel blocks to the proper location in your vehicle’s rear area. Secure the items and replace the jack cover. II A CAUTION: Make sure the tire andcarrier are secure. Driving with the tire or carrier unlatched could injure pedestrians or damage the vehicle. I Compact Spare Tire(If Equipped) Although the compact spare tirewas fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time.Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). - A.
NOTICE: When the compact spare is installed, don’t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails. That can damage the tire and wheel, and maybe other partsof your vehicle. Don‘t use your compact spare on other vehicles And don’t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires. They won‘t fit. Keep your spare tire and its wheel together. NOTICE: Tire chains won’t tit your compact spare.
I NOTICE: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If youspin the wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth, you can destroy your transmission. I Using the Recovery Hooks P For information about using tire chains on your vehicle, see “Tire Chains” in the Index. Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels.
IA CAUTION: The recovery hooks, when used, are undera lot of force. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle. The hooks could break off and you or others couldbe injured from the chainor cable snapping back. NOTICE: Never use the recovery hooks to tow thevehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty.
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section beginswith service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricantlevels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
Service Your GM dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. You‘ll get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you’ll wantto keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: n Delco Doing Your Own Service Work 6-2 Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to do your own service work. see “Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle” in the Index.
Adding Equipmentto the Outsideof Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it. This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance. Check with your GM dealer before adding equipment tothe outside of your vehicle. Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher. At a minimum, it should meet specifications ASTM D48 14 in the United States and CGSB 3.5-M93 in Canada.
Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions containan octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT); ask your service station operatorwhether or not his fuel contains MMT. General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines. If fuels containing MMT are used, spark plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance may be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on.
Filling Your Tank To take off the cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). The cap has a spring in it; if you let go of the cap too soon, it will spring back to the right. The fuel capis behind a hinged door on the driver’s sideof your vehicle. A CAUTION: Gasoline vapor ishighly flammable. It burns violently, and that cancause very bad injuries. Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away fromgasoline.
Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See "Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle" in the Index. When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnosticsystem can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. See "Malfunction Indicator Lamp" in the Index.
I A CAUTION: Things that burn can geton hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liquids like gasoline, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or rubber. You or others could be burned. Be careful not to dropor spill things that will burn onto a hot engine. Lift the hood, release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood. You may have a lamp that comes on when you lift the hood.
When you lift the hood. you'll see these items: * C B -- ."*f . .. A. Battery B. Coolant Recovery Tank C. Engine Oil Dipstick 6-8 D. Transmission Dipstick E. Engine Oil Fill F. Power Steering Reservoir G. Brake Master Cylinder H. Air Cleaner I.
Before closing the hood, be sure allthe filler caps areon properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop. Remove the hood prop from theslot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer. Checking Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with apaper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down,and check the level. Then just pull the hood down firmly to close.
When to Add Oil What Kind of Oil to Use If the oil is at or below the ADD line. then you'll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For crankcase capacity, see "Capacitiesand Specifications" in the Index. 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 Petroleunl Institute (API).
SAL VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AN0 COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THL'EXPECTEDTEMPERATURE RANGE. HOT WEATHER LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL As shown in the chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 1OW-30 if it's going to be 0" F (- 18 " C )or above. Thesenumbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils, such as SAE 20W-50.
Engine Oil Additives Don't add anything to your oil. Your GM dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added. When to Change Engine Oil If any one of these is true for you. use the short tripkity . maintenance schedule: a Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles ( 8 to 16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. a Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop-and-go traffic).
What to Do with Used Oil Air Cleaner Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer? Don't let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containingused engine oil. (See the manufacturer's warnings about the use and disposal of oil products.) Used oil can be a real threat to the environment.
A CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner off can cause you or others tobe burned. The air cleaner not only cleans theair, it stops flameif the engine backfires. If it isn’t there, and the engine backfires, you could be burned. Don’t drive with it off, and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaneroff. Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed.
How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult,you may choose to have this done atyour GM dealership Service Department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick. NOTICE: Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission. Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire.
Checking Transmission Fluid Cold Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: A cold check is made after the vehicle has been sitting for eight hours ormore with the engine off and is used only as a reference. Let the engine run at idle for five minutes if outside temperatures are50°F ( 10°C) or more. If it's colder than 50°F ( I O O C ) , you may have to idle the engine longer. Should the fluid level be low during a cold check. you mrrst perform a hot check before adding fluid.
How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determinewhat kind of transmission fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Add fluid only after checking thetransmission fluid HOT. (A COLD check is used only as a reference.) If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check. it doesn’t take much fluid, generally less than one pint (0.5 L). Don’t overfill. 3.
Manual Transmission Fluid When to Check A good time to have it checked is when the engine oil is changed. However, the fluid in your manual transmission doesn't require changing. Check the fluid level only when your engine is off, the vehicle is parked on a level place and the transmission is cool enough for you to rest your fingers on the transmission case. Then. follow these steps: How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult.
How to Add Fluid When to Check and What to Use Here’s how to add fluid. Referto the Maintenance Schedule to determinewhat kind of fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. I. Remove the filler plug. 2. Add fluid at the filler plughole. Add only enough fluid tobring the fluid levelup to the bottom of the filler plughole. 3. Install the filler plug.Be sure the plug is fully seated. Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutch systemin your vehicle is self-adjusting.
How to Check How to Check Lubricant The proper fluid should be added if the level does not reach the bottom of the diaphragm when it's in place in the reservoir. See the instructions on the reservoir cap. Rear Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" in the Index. If the level is below the bottom of the fiIler plug hole, you'll need to add some lubricant.
Four-wheel Drive and All-Wheel Drive How to Check Lubricant Most lubricant checks in this section also applyto four-wheel-drive vehicles. However, they have two additional systems that need lubrication. Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant. See “Periodic Maintenance Inspections’’ in the Index. If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant.
Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you‘ll need to add some lubricant. If the differential is at operating temperature (warm), add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole.
Engine Coolant The cooling s stem in your vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL J engine coolant. This cooIant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km) whichever occurs first, if you add only DEX-COOL’ extended life coolant. The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating, see “Engine Overheating” in the Index.
A CAUTION: Adding only plain waterto yourcooling system can be dangerous. Plainwater, or some other liquid like alcohol, can boil before theproper coolant mix will. Your vehicle’scoolant warning system is setfor the proper coolant mix. With plain water or thewrong mix, your engine could get too hot but you wouldn’t get the overheat warning. Your engine could catch fire andyou or others could be burned.Use a 5060 mix of clean water and DEX-COOL@coolant.
Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and'radiator arehot can allow steam and scalding liquidsto blow out and burnyou badly. With the coolant recovery tank, you will almost never have toadd coolant at the radiator. Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator arehot. -- -- I .
Radiator Pressure Cap Thermostat a Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system.The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature. Power Steering Fluid ... NOTICE: Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installedto prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating.
When to Check Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid It is not necessary to regularly checkpower steering fluid unlessyou suspect thereis a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise.A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. What to Use How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartmentis cool, wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean,then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstickwith a clean rag.
NOTICE: 0 0 0 0 When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer's instructions for adding water. Don't mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid, Water can cause the solutionto freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other partsof the washer system.Also, water doesn't clean as well as washer fluid. Fill your washer fluid tank only three-quarters full when it's very cold. This allows for expansionif freezing occurs, which could damage the tankif it is completely full.
There are only two reasonswhy the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear. When new linings are put in, the fluid level goes back up. The other reason isthat fluid is leaking out of the brake system. If it is, you should have your brake system fixed, since aleak means that sooner or later your brakes won’t work well, or won’t work at all.
What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid -- such as Delco Supreme 1 1 (GM Part No. 12377967). Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. NOTICE: @ Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir. 1A CAUTION: With the wrong kindof fluid in your brake system, your brakes may not work well, or they may not even work at all. This could causea crash.
Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This couldbe a sign of brake trouble. Brake Adjustment Every time you make a brake stop, your disc brakes adjust for wear. If your brake pedal goes down farther thannormal. your rear drum brakes may need adjustment. Adjust them by backing up and firmly applying the brakes a few times. Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a modern vehicle is complex.
Vehicle Storage Bulb Replacement If you’re not going todnve your vehicle for 25 days or more, take off the black, negative (-) cable from the battery. This will help keep your battery fiom running down. Before you replace any bulbs, be sure that all the lamps are off and the engine isn’t running. See “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index. I A CAUTION: Halogen Bulbs , Batteries have acid that can burnyou and gas that canexplode. You can be badly hurt if you aren’t careful.
Headlamps 2. Pull the headlamp out and remove the retainer. Sealed Beam Lamps 1. Remove the screws from the headlamp retainer. I 3. Unplug and remove the headlamp. 4. Plug in the new headlamp and put it i n place. 5 . Put the retainer on the headlamp and install and tighten the screws.
4. Unplug the electrical connector. Composite Headlamps 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the black protective caps from the removal pins at the top of the radiator support. Use a hex socket to unscrew the pins. c I , . .*::g> 1.21 3. Pull the headlamp lens assembly out. (Some vehicles may have side-by-side bulbs.) , ' ..-g .. ' 5. Turn the bulb counterclockwise to remove it. 6. Put the new bulb into the headlamp lens assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight. 7.
Front Turn Signal Lamps 2. Turn the socket counterclockwise and pull it out. If you have fog lamps. the fog lamp bracket must be removed before you can replace the front turn signal lamps. 3. Holding the base of the bulb, pull the bulb straight out of the socket. 4. Push the new bulb into the socket until it clicks. 5. Put the socket back into the turn signal lamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks into place. Front Sidemarker Lamps L 1 1. Remove the lens retaining screws. -.
6. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until Taillamps it clicks. 1. Open the endgate. 2. Remove the two screws from the lamp assembly. 7. Put the socket into the lamp assembly and turn the socket clockwise until it locks into place. 8. Install the lamp assembly and screws. 9. Close the endgate. Underhood Lamp 1. Disconnect the electrical connector from the underhood lamp assembly. 2. Remove the screws. 3. Disconnect the ground wire. 4. Remove the lamp assembly from the hood. 3.
Front Reading Lamps 4. Press the new bulb into place. 1. Use a coin or small screwdriverto unscrew the center of the overhead console lamp lens while pressing in on the lamp assembly. 5 . Slide the side tabs of the lens under the side of the vanity assembly frame. 2 . Remove the lamp assembly from the console. 7. Snap the lens into the frame. 3. Remove the bulb assembly from the lamp assembly. Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 4. Pull the bulb straight out of the base. 5 .
3. Remove the insert from the blade assembly. The insert has two notches at one end that are locked by the bottom claws of the blade assembly.At the notched end, pull the insert from the blade assembly. A / ‘0 A. Blade Assembly D. Blade Pivot B. Arm Assembly E. Hook Slot C . Locking Tab E Arm Hook 2. Press down on the blade assembly pivot locking tab. Pull down on the blade assembly to release it from the wiper arm hook. 4.
Backglass Wiper Blade Replacement See “Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement’‘ in this section for instructions on how to change the backglass wiper blade. The backglass wiper blade will not lock in a vertical position like the windshield wiper blade, so care should be used when pulling it away from the vehicle. Tires Your new ve.hicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service.
Inflation -- Tire Pressure ~ ~~~ ~~~ Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. 0 Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction. You could have an air-out anda serious accident. See “Loading YourVehicle” in the Index. 0 Underinflated tires pose the same dangeras overloaded tires. The resulting accident could cause serious injury. Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure. Tire pressure should be checked when your tires arecold.
I NOTICE: (Continued) If your tires have too muchair (overinflation), you can get the following: Unusual wear Badhandling Roughride Needless damage from road hazards. When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Also. check the tire pressure of the spare tire. If you have a compact spare tire. it should be at 60 psi (420 kPa). How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You can't tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them.
iI LWA r I Rust or dirton a wheel, or on theparts to which it is fastened, can makewheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change awheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to thevehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth or a paper towel to dothis; but be sure touse a scraper orwire brush later, if you need to, to get all the rust or dirtoff. (See “Changing a Flat Tire”in the Index.
When It's Time for New Tires One way to tell when it's time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch ( 1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire. 0 You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire's rubber. 0 The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric.
I A CAUTION: Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial andbias-belted tires), thevehicle may not handle properly, andyou could have a crash. Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to yourvehicle. Be sure touse the same size and type tires on all wheels. It’s all rightto drive with your compact spare (if you have one). It was developed for use on your vehicle.
Traction -- A, B, C The traction sades, from highest to lowesr. are A. B. and C, and they represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction per-fornmance. Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straight ahead)traction tests and does not include cornering (turning) traction.
Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle. I A CAUTION: Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous.
Tire Chains NOTICE: (Continued) NOTICE: If your vehicle has P235/75R15,P235/70R15 or 31x10.50Rl5LT/C size tires, don’tuse tire chains. They candamage your vehicle because there’s not enoughclearance. Use another type of traction device onlyif its manufacturer recommends it for use on your vehicle and tiresize combination and road conditions. Follow that manufacturer’s instructions.
Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumesin a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle, be sure to follow the manufacturer’swarnings and instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you’re cleaning the inside.
Using Foam-Type Cleaneron Fabric Using Solvent-Qpe Cleaner on Fabric 1. Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loosedirt. First. see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all. Some spots and stains will clean off better with just water and mild soap. 2. Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. 3. Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the container label. 4. Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge.
Fabric Protection Non-Greasy Stains that has been Your vehicle has upholstery and carpet treated with Scotchgard" Fabric Protector, a 3M product. It protects fabricsby repelling oil and water, which are the carriersof most stains. Even with this protection, you still need to cleanyour upholstery and carpet often to keepit looking new.
Cleaning Vinyl Cleaning the Top of the InstrumentPanel Use warm water and a clean cloth. Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do it more than once. 0 Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don't get them 08quickly.
Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass. Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may cause scratches. Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window, since they may have to be scraped off later. If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear window, an electric defogger element may be damaged.
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle Finish Care The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. (See “Appearance Care and Materials” in the Index.
Exterior painted surfaces are subjectto aging, weather and chemical faIIout that can taketheir toll over a period of years. You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible. Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster. Washing with water is all that is usually needed. However, you may use chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim,if necessary.
Finish Damage Chemical Paint Spotting Any stone chips, fractures ordeep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair expense. Some weather and atmospheric conditionscan create a chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaceson your vehicle. This damage can take two forms: blotchy, ringlet-shaped discolorations, and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface.
Appearance Care Materials Chart 2377964 16 oz. (0.473 L) Cleaning Wax Protectsremoves finish and fine scratches 12377966 16 oz. (0.473 L) Finish Enhancer cleans Spot paint and gives high luster See your General Motors Parts Department for these products. **Not recommended for use on instrument panel vinyl. See ‘‘Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.
Vehicle Identification Number(VIN) 0 your VIN, the model designation, paint information and I GM I I SAMPLE4UXVM072675 ENGINE/1997 T CODE MODEL YEAR \ IE‘ I ASSEMBLY PLANT This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front cornerof the instrument panel. on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle.
Headlamps The headlamp wiring is protected by an internal circuit breaker. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off, or in some cases to remainoff. If this happens, have your headlamp wiring checked rightaway. Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected aby circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem,be sure to get it fixed.
r n r l WOO d co FuseKircuit Breaker Usage ACCY A w 1 2 3 FuseKircuit Breaker Usage A Power Door Locks, Power Seat, Power Seat Lumbar, Remote Keyless Entry B Power Windows, Sunroof Module/Motor 6-60 4 Stoplamps, Hazard Lamps, Chime, Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Relay, Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Dome Lamps.
FuseKircuit Breaker Usage Oxygen Sensor Heater, Exhaust Gas 5 Recirculation, Cam Sensor, CANN.
Replacement Bulbs Quantity Number Halogen Headlamps, Sealed Beam 2 2E 1 Halogen Headlamps, Composite Low-Beam 3 9006 HB4 Halogen Headlamps, Composite High-Beam 2 9005 HB3 Tail and Stoplamps 4 3057 Front Sidemarker Lamps 2 194 Turn Signal Lamps -3 3157 NA Underhood Lamp 1 93 Visor Vanity Mirror Lamps 4 74 Overhead Console Reading Lamps -3 194 Lamps 6-62
Capacities and Specifications Engine Description . . . . . . . . . . . . “VORTEC” 4300 V6 Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VINCode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . W 1-6-5-4-3-2 Firing Order . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Horsepower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 at 4,400 rpm Thermostat Specification . . . . . . . . . . . 195°F(91°C) Spark Plug Gap . . . . . . . . . . 0.045 inches (0.
Capacities (Approximate) Cooling System* Automatic Trans. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1.7 quarts ( 1 I . 1 L) Manual Trans. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1.9 quarts ( 1 1.3 L) Crankcase* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.5 quarts (4.3 L) Automatic Transmission (Drain and Refill)" . . . . . . . . . . . 5.0 quarts (4.7 L) Differential Fluid Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.0 pints (1.9 L ) Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.6 pints (1.2 L) Fuel Tank . . . . . . . . . .
Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required foryour vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services toretain its safety, dependability and emission control performance.
Introduction IMPORTANT: Your Vehicle and the Environment KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER .VELAND CHANGE RECOMMENDED protection 7-2 I Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle.
How This Section is Organized The remainder of this section is dividedinto five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services”shows what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer’s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs. A CAUTION: Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can be seriously injured.
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don't know exactly how you'll drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few timesa week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot. dusty weather. You may use your vehicle in making deliveries. Or you may drive it to work. to do errands or in many other ways.
Maintenance Schedule I Short TripKity Definition Short TripKity Intervals - ~- Follow the Short TripKity Maintenance Scheduleif any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop-and-go traffic). You operate your vehicle in dusty areas or off-road frequently.
Maintenance Schedule c Trip/Highway LongDefinition 1ILong Trip/Highway Intervals I Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule is true. Do not use this scheduleif the vehicle is used for trailertowing, driven in a dusty areaor used off paved roads. Use the Short Trip/City schedule for these conditions.
Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles ( 166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals. The servicesshown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at the same interval after150,000 miles (240 000 km). See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Periodic Maintenance inspections” following. + A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation.
/. . .- Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule . 3,000 Miles (5000 km) 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change 3 months, whichever occurs first). engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote * *.
WW&% ,a% 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) DATE i ACTUAL,MILEAGE ' SERVICED BY:
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). AI?E~nissioi-~ Control Sen7ic.t). Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. AI? Emissiorz Com-ol Sen~ico.(See footnote?. j 7-10 0Check redfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) 21,000 Miles (35 000 km) CJ Change 0Change engine oil and filter (or every engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components(or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). (See footnote#.) 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote *?) 0Rotate tires.
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) 27,000 Miles (45 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 17 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). Arz Emission Control Service. Arz Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). A n Emissiorz Colztrol Service. An Emissiorz Control Senice. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (,See footnote #.) 0Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 1 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs firstj. An Emissiorl Ccmtrol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Check readfront axle fluid leveI and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every IJ Change automatic transmission fluid and 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (orevery 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote#.) 0Check readfront axle fluid leveland add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote* *.) Rotate tires.
1 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) (Continued) I 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months?whichever occurs first). AH E~nissionControl Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components(or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote#.) 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
I Short TripKity MaintenanceSchedule 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) CI Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (,orevery 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote** .
63,000 Miles.(€OS000 knt) [7 Change engine oil and fi3ter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice.
I ~~ ~ ~ Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Errlission. Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Check readfront axlef llid ~ le.vel andadd fluid as needed. Check constantvelocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote* *.) 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service, 0Lubricate chassis components(or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote#.
I Short TripKity MaintenanceSchedule 1 ~~ 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) 81,000 Miles (135 000 km) 0Change 0Change engine oil and filter (or every engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) CI Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.) Rotate tires.
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) 87,000 Miles (145 000 km) 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. t]Lubricate chassisComponents (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). I7 Lubricate chassis components (orevery (See footnote#.) Check readfront axle fluid leveland add fluid as needed.
1 I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) An Emissiorl. Control Ser-tpice. Replace air cleaner filter. Replace fuel filter. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
~~~ ~ ~~ rShort Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote#.) El Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.) I 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (orevery 3 months, whichever occurs first).
1 ShortTrip/CityMaintenanceSchedule I 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Inspect spark plug wires. 3 months, whichever occurs first). Arz Emission Control Serlice. 0 Replace spark plugs. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.
Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule I 150,000 Miles (240 000 km) 0Drain, flush and refill cooling system - When doing frequent trailer towing. (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service.
The services shown in this schedule up to 100.000 miles ( 166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles ( 166 000 km) at the same intervals. The services shown at 150.OOO miles (240 000 km) should be performed at the same interval after 150.0OO miles (240 000 km ). # Lubricate the front suspension, ball joints, steering See "Owner Checks and Services" and "Periodic Maintenance Inspections" following. rotation.
I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) 0Change engine oiland filter (or every 17 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote+.) 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (orevery 12 months, whichever occursfirst). (See footnote#.) 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (,or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Co~rr-01 Senlicp. CI Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote#. ) Check readfront axle fluid level and add tluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote ‘M .) 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.
22,500 Miles (37 500 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.
30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 0Change engine o i l and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Alz Emission Control Srl-\,im. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote ‘?) 0For Two-Wheel-Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relinine, whichever occurs first). 0 Rotate tires.
1 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). tT] Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (,Seefootnote +.) An Ewissiorz Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months. whichever occurs first). Ar1 Ernissio/z Cor~tmlSenvice. C I Lubricate chassis components (or every 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
50,000 Miles (83 000 km) El Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. I If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the fluid and filter do not require changing.
I Long Tripmighway MaintenanceSchedule I 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months. whichever occurs first). An Emissiorl Control Service. 0 Lubricate chassis components (or every I2 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Check rearhont axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote W . ) 7-38 0Rotate tires. Se.
I Long TripMighway Maintenance Schedule 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service. 0Replace air cleaner filter. Atz Emission Corzrt-olService. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months. whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
67,500 Miles (I12 500 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Ernissiorz Corzfrol Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote ‘B *.
I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Ai1 Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) c]Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
82,500 Miles (137 500 km) U Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissiorl Contrd Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months. whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote *?) 0Rotate tires. See “Tire rnspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.
90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Replace fuel filter. 12 months, whichever occurs first). A I ZEmission Control Service. (See footnote?.) An Elnission Control Service. Replace air cleaner filter. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 17 Check rearlfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.
I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule I 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 0Chanqe engine oil and filter (or every 0Inspect spark plug wires. L. 12 months. whichever occurs first). ,411 Emission AJIEmis.sio/l Coutrol Sen9ice. C'otItrd Service. 0Replace spark plugs. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every A J IEmissior1 Co~~tr-ol Service. 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule I50,OOO Miles (240 000 km) If you donot use your vehicle under anyof these conditions, the fluid and filter do not require changing. Manual transmission fluid doesn’t require change. Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve. An Emission Control Sewice. I DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: I 0Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use.
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Engine Coolant Level Check Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL@ coolant mix if necessary. See "Engine Coolant" in the Index for further details. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and allyour belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety beltsystem from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Also look forany opened or broken air bag covers, and have them repaired or replaced.
Starter Switch Check A CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you orothers could be injured. Follow the steps below. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see ”Parking Brake” in the Index if necessary) and the regular brake NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal. and be ready to turn off the engine imnlediately if it starts. 3. On automatic transmission vehicles.
Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. 0 0 With an automatic transmission, the key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever isin PARK (P). With a manual transmission, the key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in REVERSE (R). On vehicles with a key release button, try to turn the key to LOCK without pressing the button.
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance. each spring and fall). You should let your GM dealer's service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at cme. Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a CM service manual. See "Service and Owner Publications" in the Index.
Drive AxleService Check readfront axle fluid level and add as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle sealsfor leaking. Transfer Case (All-WheelDrive) Inspection Every 12 months or at oil change intervals, check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary. Check vent hose at transfer case for kinksand proper installation. nansfer Case (Four-wheel Drive) Inspection Every 12 months or at oil change intervals, check front axle and transfer case and add lubricantwhen necessary.
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer. USAGE Engine Oil Engine Coolant FLUIDLUBRICANT Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines ”Starburst” symbol of the proper viscosity. To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see “Engine Oil” in the Index.
USAGE Manual Transmission FLUIDLUBRICANT Synchromesh Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 12345349 or equivalent). Automatic Transmission DEXRON@-I11Automatic Transmission Fluid. Key Lock Cylinders Multi-Pu oselubricant, Superlube% (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Chassis Lubrication Chassis lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985 or equivalent)or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB. USAGE Transfer Case DEXRON@-I11Automatic Transmission Fluid.
FLUIDLUBRICANT Hood Latch Assembly, Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate lubricant aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Hood and Door Hinges Multi-purpose lubricant. Superlube’ (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Tailgate Mounted Spare Tire Carrier (if equipped), Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points and Hinges Multi-pu oselubricant, % (GM I Part Superlube No. 1234624 1 or equivalent).
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer readingand who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional informationfrom “Owner Checks and Services’’ or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following recordpages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts.Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them.
Maintenance Record 7-56
Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Chevrolet if you need assistance. This section alsotells you how to obtain service publications andhow to report any safety defects.
Customer SatisfactionProcedure Chevrolet dealers have the facilities, trained technicians and up-to-date information to promptly address any concerns you may have. However, if a concern has not been resolved to your complete satisfaction, take the following steps: STEP ONE -- Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at that level.
STEP TWO -- If after contacting a memberof dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolvedby the dealership without further help, contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-222- 1020. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). For help outside of the United States and Canada, call the following numbers as appropriate: In Mexico: (525) 625-3256 0 0 In the U.S.
For prompt assistance, please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative: 0 Your name, address, home and business telephone numbers 0 Vehicle Identification Number (This is available from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield.
Chevrolet/Geo Roadside Assistance Program Roadside Assistanceis available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, by calling 1-800-CHEV-USA (1-800-243-8872). This toll-free numberwill provide you over-the-phone roadside assistancewith minor mechanical problems. If your problem cannot be resolved over the phone, our advisorshave access to a nationwide network of dealer recommended service providers. Roadside membershipis free, however some services may incur costs.
ROADSIDE Courtesy 0 Care PROVIDES: Roadside Basic Care services (as outlined above) Plus: FREE Non-Warranty Towing (to the closest dealer from a legal roadway) 0 FREE LocksrnithKey Service (when keys are lost on the road or locked inside) 0 FREE Flat Tire Service (spare installed on the road) 0 FREE Jump Start (at home or on the road) 0 FREE Fuel Delivery ($5 of fuel delivered on the road) Chevrolet/Geo offers Courtesy Transportation for customers needing warranty service.
Please refer to the Roadside Assistance brochure For complete program details, see your ChevroledGeo dealer to obtain a Roadside Assistance Center brochure. inside your owner information portfolio forfull program details. The Roadside Assistance Centeruses companies that will provide you with quality and priority service.
Courtesy Transportation Chevrolet/Geo offers Courtesy Transportation for customers needing warranty service. Courtesy Transportation will be offered in conjunction with the coverage provided by the Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty to retail purchasers of 1997 Chevrolet/Geo passenger cars and light duty trucks (please see your selling dealer for details). Courtesy Transportation includes: 0 One way shuttle ride for any warranty repair completed during the same day.
GM Participation inan Alternative Dispute ResolutionProgram BBB AUTO LINE is an out-of-court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system to is available settle automotive disputes. This program This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Canadian ownersrefer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Informationbooklet for information onthe Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction Procedure before you resort to AUTO LINE, but you may contact the BBB at any time. The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary. If this mediation is unsuccessful, an informal hearing will be scheduled where eligible customers may present their case to an impartial third-party arbitrator. The arbitrator will make a decision which you may accept or reject. If you accept the decision. GM will be bound by that decision.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect,you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to: Transport Canada Box 8880 Ottawa, OntarioK 1G 352 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation likethis, we certainly hope you’ll notify us.
1997 CHEVROLET/GEO SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATH The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased by filling o the Service Publication Order Form in thisbook and mailing it in with your check, money order, or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.
Orders willbe mailed within O.days 1 of receipt. Please allow ade uate time for postal service. If further informatlon IS needed, wrlte to the address s own below or call 1-800-782-4356.Materialcannot be returned for credit without packing slip with return information within30 days of delivery. On returns, a re-stocking fee may be applied against the original order.
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Section 9 Index Accessory Power Outlets ........................ 2-63 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle . . . . . . 6-3 3-20 Adding Sound Equipment ........................ Add-on Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-44 AirBag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20 Adding Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25 How Does it Restrain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Blizzard. Driving In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-39 Brake Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-28 2-29 Brake. Parking ................................. Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-75 Brakes Adjustment .................................. 6-32 Anti-Lock ................................... 4- 7 6-28 Master Cylinder .............................. PedalTravel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Clock. Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 Clutch. Hydraulic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6- 19 Comfort Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- 1 CompactDisc Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21 5-35 Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Coolant Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Coolant Level Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Coolant Temperature Gage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FanNoise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Garage Door Opener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 1 GasCap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 Gate Ajar Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-81 GAWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-43 GearPositions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18 GloveBox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Labels Certificatioflire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-42 6-60 Fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SafetyBelt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-48 Service Parts Identification ..................... 6-58 Vehicle Identification Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-58 2-45 Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Methanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Convex Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside Daymight Rearview ..................... Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VisorVanity ................................. Model Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pregnancy. Use of Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26 Problems on the Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1 Publications. Service and Owner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8- 1 I . 8- 12 Radiator. Adding Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5- 19 Radiator Pressure Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-26 Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3- I9 Radios AM-FM Stereo . . . . . . . .
Lap-Shoulder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.13. 1.28 Questions and Answers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.I2 Rear Comfort Guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 1 Rear Seat Passengers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-28 Replacing After a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-48 Right Front Passenger Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26 Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Theft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12 THEFTLOCK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17 6-26 Thermostat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Third Gear. Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 1 Tilt Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-38 3-6 Time. Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Universal Transmitter ............................ Erasing Channels ............................. Operation ................................... Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rolling Code Openers ......................... Used Replacement Wheels ........................ 2-64 2-66 2-66 2-65 2-66 6-47 Vanity Mirror Lamp Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . VehicleControl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Station Checkpoints TIRES P6-41 ENGINE COOLANT RECOVERY TANK P6-23 ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK P6-9 4 SECONDARY HOOD RELEASE P6-6 I 1 I f 1 I II \I WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID P6-27 HOOD RELEASE P6-6 FUEL DOOR P6-5 For detailed information, refer to the page number listed, or see the index in the back of the owner's manual.
