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Table of Contents Inrroauction - How to Use this Manual This section tells you how to use your manual and includessafety and vehicle damage warnings and symbols. Section 1 - Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains the air bag system. Section 2 - Features & Controls This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle.
Introduction 1995 Chevrolet Blazer Owner’s Manual Welcome This manual was prepared to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your 1995 Chevrolet Blazer and to provide important safety information. There is also a Chevrolet Truck Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet. In some vehicles, there can be information manuals from other manufacturers like body buildersor special equipment companies. We urge you to review all these publications carefully.
Important Notesto Owners and Drivers About This Manual Please keep this manualin your vehicle so it will be thereif you ever need it when you’re on the road. If you sell the vehicle, please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it. This manual includes the latest information at the time itwas printed. We reserve the right to make changes in the product after thattime without further notice.
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Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Manytimes, this damage would not be coveredby your warranty, and it could be costly. Butthe notice will tellyou what to do to help avoid the damage. When you read othermanuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words.
Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbolsyou will find on your vehicle.
- These symbols have to do with your lights: Master Lighting Switch Turn Signal Direction I Parking Lights A Hazard Warning Rasher Heaulight High Beam I Fog Lights Daytime Running Lights Headlight Low Beam These symbols are on some of your controls: 0* e w Q 0 %0 % I Windshield Wiper Windshield Washer c Windshield Defroster 0 Rear Window Defogger Off Ventilating Fan vii Rear Window WiperMasher
These symbols are used on warning and indicatorlights: 1 L Engine Coolant Temperature I Fuel Battery Charging System 1 BRAKE ANTI-LOCK SHIFT I Brake Anti-Lock Brake Shift Light Here are some other symbols you may see: Fuse Horn Lighter I- I- Hood Release ...
Seats & Restraint Systems Section Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle how and to use your safety belts properly.You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safetybelts.
Move the lever under the frontof the seat towards the driver's door to unlockit. Slide the seat to where you want it. Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place. Manual Front Seat (Easy EntryOnly) '-_ a, Move the lever under the frontof the seat up to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it. Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place.
Power Driver’s Seat If you have this feature, there willbe a control pad on the front of your driver’s seat. The left control make the rear of the seat go up and down. The right control makes the frontof the seat go up anddown.. The center control makes the whole seat go up and downor forward and rearward Power Lumbar Adjustment If you have this feature, there will bea control on the frontof your driver’sseat. Press and hold the passenger’s sideof the control untilyou have the desired lumbar support.
Reclining Front Seatbacks To adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the outer side of the seat. Release the leverto lock the seatback where you wantit. Pull up on the lever and the seat willgo to an upright position. But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving.
Front Seatback Latches(2-Door Models) The front seatback folds forwardto let people get into the backseat. Your seatback will move back and forth freely, unless you come to a sudden stop Then it will will lock in place. There’s one time the seatback maynot fold without some help from you. That’s if your vehicleis parked going down a fairly steep hill. To fold a front seatback forward, push the seatback toward the rearas you lift this latch. Then th seatback will fold forward.
Easy Entry Seat (2-Door Models) The outside front passenger seatof your vehicle makes it easy to get in and out of the rear vehicle area. When you tilt the outside front passenger seatback fully forward, the whole seat will slide forward. After someone gets into the rear seat area, move the seatback to its original position. Then move the seat rearward until it locks. 0 To get out, again tilt the seatback fully forward. Head Restraints Head restraints are fixed on some models and adjustable on others.
Rear Folding Seat Your utility vehicle has a folding rear seat which lets you fold the seatba down for more cargo space. The rear seat release handles are in the upper centerof the rear of the seatbacks. Push back on the seatbacks as you pull up on the handles. To raise the seatbacks, just lift up the seatbacks and push until they lock in the upright position. Push and pull on the seatbacksto check that the latches have locked in the upright position. If they haven’t, have them fixed immediately.
Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. (See “Safety Belt Reminder Light’’ in the Index.) In many states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. You never know if you’ll be in acrash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a badone. A few crashesare mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn’t survive. But most crashes in arebetween.
Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn't stop i The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ...
or the instrument panel ... a or the safety belts! , F “ P .. I With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts makesuch good sense. Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts-and the Answers Q Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accidentif I’m wearing a safety belt? A: You could be - whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not.
0:Why don’t theyjust putin air bagsso people won’t have to wear safety belts? A: Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in more of them in the future. But they are supplemental systems only; so they work with safety belts - not instead of them. Every air bagsystem ever offered for sale has required the useof safety belts.
Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 1 . Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat (tosee how, see “Seats” in the Index) so you can sit up straight. 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle untilit clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure itis secure. If the belt isn’t longenough, see “Safety Belt Extender”at the end of this section.
The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In acrash, this applies force to the strong pelvicbones. And you'd be less likely to slide under the lap belt.If you slid under it, the belt would apply forceat your abdomen.This could cause seriousor even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt shouldgo over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restrainingforces. The safety belt locks if there's a sudden stopor a crash.
Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.
Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is worn under thearm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times.
Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is twisted across the body. A A To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the beltand your vehicle.
Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System (SIR) This part explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint(SIR) system, or air bag. Your vehicle has an air bagfor the driver.
There is an air bag readiness lighton 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.See “Air Bag Readiness Light’’ in the Index for more information. How the Air Bag System Works 1 . ... Where is the airbag? The driver’s air bagis in the middle of the steering wheel.
When should an air bag inflate? The air bag is designed to inflatein moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. 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 levelis about 14 to 18 mph (23 to 29 k d h ) . The threshold level can vary, however, with specific vehicle design, so that it can be somewhat aboveor below this range.
regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts, and then only in moderateto severe frontalor near-frontal collisions. What will yousee after an air bag inflates? After the air bag inflates, it quickly deflates.This occurs so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated. Some components of the air bag module in the steering wheel hub will be hot for a short time, but the part of the bag that comesinto contact withyou will not be hot to the touch.
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle The air bag affects how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag systemin several places around your vehicle. You don’t want the system to inflatewhile someone is working on your vehicle.Your GM dealer and the 1995 GM Service Manual have information about servicing your vehicle and theair bag system. To purchase a service manual, see “Service Publications” in the Index. The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work foreveryone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don’t wear safety belts. A pregnant woman should weara lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be wornas low as possible throughoutthe pregnancy. a safety belt The best way to protect thefetus is to protect the mother. When is worn properly,it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash.
Center Front Passenger Position (4-Door Models) Lap Belt If your vehicle has a front bench seat, someone can sitin the center position When YOU sit in the centerfront seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pul along the belt. TOmake the beltshorter, pull its free end as shown until the beltis snug.
Buckle, position and releaseit the sameway as the lap partof a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety BeltExtender” at theend of this section. so you would be Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned able tounbuckle the safety belt quickly you if ever hadto.
Lapshoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap-shoulder belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. On four-door models, the shoulder beltmay lock if you pull the belt acrossyou very quickly. If thishappens, let the belt go back slightly to unlockit. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. 2. Push the latch plateinto the buckle untilit clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure.
I I I t The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snugon the hips,just touching the thighs. In a crash, this appliesforce to the strong pelvic bones. And you’dbe less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid underit, the belt would applyforce at yourabdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt shouldgo over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
Rear Safety BeltComfort Guides for Children and Small Adults(&Door Models) Four-door models have rear shoulder belt comfort guides. This feature will provide added comfort for children whohave outgrown child restraints and for small adults. The comfort guides pull the shoulder belts away from the neck and head. There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the rearseat. You will find them tuckedin between theseatback and the interior body,about half-way down the edge of the seatback.
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 two the edges of the belt into the slotsof the guide. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted andit lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt andthe guide ontop. 4. Buckle the belt around thechild, and make sure that both thelap belt and the shoulder belt are secured properly. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder.
Cenfer Rear Passenger Position (&Door Models) Lap Belt I 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 makesure it is secure. 3. Feed the lap belt into the retractor to tighten it.
4. Position and releaseit the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t longenough, 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. Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size.
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Child Restraints Be sure tofollow the instructionsfor the restraint.You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or These both. restraints use the beltsystem in your vehicle, but the child also has tosecured be within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury.The instructions that come with the infant or child restraint will show you how to do that.
Once you have thetop strap anchored, you’ll be readyto secure the child restraintitself. You’ll be using the lap-shoulderbelt. See the earlier part about the topstrap if the child restrainthas one. 2 . Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say. 3. Pick up the latchplate, and run the lap and shoulder portionsof the vehicle’s safety belt throughor around therestraint. The child restraint instructions will showyou how.
4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 6. To tighten thebelt, feed the shoulder belt into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint.
7. Push and pull the child restraintin different directions tobe sure it is secure. To remove the childrestraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and le it go back all the way.The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Center Seat Positions (&Door Models) Don’t use child restraint in these positions. The restraints won’t work properly.
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position You'll be using thelapshoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 1. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructionsfor the child restraint. 2. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say. 3. Pick up the latchplate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.
5. Pull the restof the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 1 I I I 11 Lsi , - i 6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. If you're using a bucket seat, adjust the seatforward until the lap portionof the safety belt holds the restraint firmly. But don't move it any more than needed to tighten the lap belt.
Larger Children 1 Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lapshoulder belt and get the additional restrainta shoulder belt can provide. Children who aren’t buckledup can be thrown out in crash. a Children who aren’t buckled upcan strike other people whoare.
Q: What if a child is wearing alapshoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck? A: Move the child toward the center of the vehicle, but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child’s shoulder, so that in a crash the child’s upper body wouldhave the restraint that beltsprovide. If the child is sitting in a rear outside positionof a four-door model, see “Rear Safety BeltComfort Guides” in the Index.
Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should useit. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough fasten, to your dealer will order you an extender. It’sfree. When you go in to orderit, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enoughfor you. The extender will be just for you, and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose. Don’t let someone else use it, and use it only for the seatit is made tofit.
The model numberon the replacement belt mustbe listed on the safety bel you want to replace. Pull the shoulder belt allthe way out to see this label.
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Features & Controls Section Here you can learn about the many standardand optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking.Also explained are theinstrument panel and thewarning systems that tell youif everything is working properly- and what todo if you have a problem.
This vehicle hasone double-sided key for the ignition,endgate, spare tire lock (two-door vehicles) and door locks.It will fit with either sideup. 0 * 0000 * provides the owner with a pairof identical keys and abar-coded tag. The bar-coded tag has acode on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys. Keepthis tag in a safe place. If you lose your keys, you’ll be able to have new ones made easily using this tag.
I NOTICE: Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help preven theft. But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside. You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in. So be sure you have extra keys. Your Doors And How They Work Side Doors To open the doorfrom the inside, pull the lever toward you and push the door open.
Door Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle: From the outside: Use your key. 11 I i.
Power Door Locks If your vehicle has power door locks, push LOCK on the power door lock switch on the door armrest. This switch will lock all the doors at once. To unlock thedoors, push on the raised area next to the key symbol. On four-door models, the lever on each rear door works only thatdoor's lock.
Child Security Locks With this feature, you can lock the reardoors so they can’t be opened from the inside by passengers. Move the lockup to lock the doors and down to release the door locks. 7 Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle, take your key, open your door and set the locks from inside. Then get out and close the door.
Operation When you pressUNLOCK, the driver’s door will unlock automatically.If you press UNLOCK again within five seconds, all doors will unlock. All doors will lock when LOCK is pressed. The endgate glass will unlock when the REAR button is pressed. Vehicles with automatic transmissions musthave the transmission inPARK (P). Vehicles with manual transmission musthave the parking brake engaged.
Your transmitter housing snaps apartfor ease in battery replacement. To open the housing: I 1.Insertadime between two halves of the transmitter housing near the key ring hole. 2. Removethe bottom by twisting the dime. 3. Remove and replace the batteries with two Duracell @-type batteries (DL2016 or equivalent), positive side down. 4. Align and snap together the back and top transmitter housings.
Open the glass and reach inside the endgate to lift the handle and open the endgate. Close the endgate first then close the glass. I The endgate and glass will automatically lock when shut. To open a power lock system from the outside, insert the key in the lock button and turn to the left. All doors will unlock. When doors are unlocked, push the button in to openthe glass. Then reach inside tolift the handle and open the endgate.The endgate can be opened without a keyif the driver’s door isunlocked.
The electric hatch release letsyou open your endgate glass by just pressing a button. The button is on the driver’s sideof the steering column. If your vehicle hasan automatic transmission, your shift lever must be in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) for the release towork.
If you have a manual transmission, either with or without theKeyless Entr! option, you must apply your parking brake before you can open the endgatc glass. If your vehicle hasa endgate-mounted spare tirecarrier, you must move th carrier arm out of the way to open theglass. Endgate-Mounted Spare lire Carrier You must move the carrier armout of the way to open the endgate glass. Here's how to move the arm 1. Squeeze the release handle to free the carrier arm. 2.
Emergency Releasefor Opening Endgate A. Hardware cover D. Approx. 1.5 inch B . Lever C. Insulation E. Pull back carpetto access plate E Trim Panel 1. Peel back or slit the carpet locally to expose the access hole in the trim panel. 2. Use a thin screwdriver to reach through the access holes in both the trim panel and the hardware cover. Pry the release lever toward the passenger side until the glass latch popsopen. 3. Reattach the carpet securely.
Theft Vehicle theft is bigbusiness, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Key in the lgnition If you walk awayfrom your vehicle with thekeys inside, it’s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves - so don’t do it.
New Vehicle “Break-In” NOTICE: Your modern vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you followthese guidelines: Keep your speedat 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for the first 500 miles (804 km). Don’t drive at any one speed- fast or slow - for the first 500 miles (804 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts. Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles (322km) or so. During this time yournew brake linings aren’t yetbroken in.
I NOTICE: Don’t operate accessories in theACC position for long periods of time. Prolongedoperation of accessories inthe ACC position could drain your battery andprevent you from startiing your vehicle. LOCK - This position locksyour 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 - This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel.
Key Release Button “1 The key cannot be removed from the ignition of manual transmission vehicles unless the key release button is used. To Remove the Key On manual transmission vehicles, turn the key to the LOCK position while pressing the key release button down at the same time. Pull the key straight out. On automatic transmission vehicles, turnthe key to LOCK and pull it straight out. Starting Your Engine Engines start differently.
Manual transmission: The gear selector should be in neutral. Hold the clutch pedal to the floor a start the engine. Your vehicle won’tstart if the clutch pedal is not all the way down - that’s a safety feature. To start your V6 engine: 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 yourengine gets warm.
Driving Through Deep Standing Water I NOTICE: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water cancome inthrough yourengine's air intake andbadly damage yourengine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle. If you can't avoid deep puddlesor standing water, drive through themvery slowly. Engine Coolant Heater (Option) 4.3 Liter: A. Engine coolant heater cord strap B.
NOTICE: After you’ve used the coolant heater, be sure to store the as cord it was beforeto keep it away from moving engine parts. If you don’t, it could be damaged. How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the weather, the kind of oil you have, and some otherthings. Instead of trying to listeverything here, we ask that you contact your GM dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area.
leave your key in the ignition in the OFF position for an extended periodfor any reason, itis recommended thatyou disconnect the battery cable from the batteryto prevent discharging your battery. PARK (P) -This locks your rear wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start yourengine because your vehicle can’t move easily. REVERSE (R)- Use this gear to back up. NOTICE: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transmission.
NOTICE: Damage to your transmission caused by shifting out of PARK (P) orNEUTRAL (N) with the engine racing isn’t covered by your warranty. OVERDRIVE (0) -This position is for normal driving. If you need more powerfor passing, and you’re: - Going less than about35 mph (56 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. - Going about 35 mph (56 k d h ) or more, push the accelerator all the way down. You’ll shift downto the nextgear and have more power.
FIRST GEAR (1) - This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND GEAR (2). You can use it on very steep hills,or in deep snow or mud. If the selector leveris put in FIRST GEAR (1) while the vehicleis moving forward, the transmission won’t shift into FIRST GEAR (1) until the vehicle is going slowly enough. NOTICE: If your rear wheels can’t rotate, don’t try to drive. This might happen if you were stuck in very deepsand or mud were or up against a solid object.
0 SECOND GEAR(2) - Press the clutch pedal as youlet up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND GEAR (2). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. 0 THIRD, FOURTH AND FIFTH GEARS(3,4 and 5 ) - Shift into THIRD GEAR (3), FOURTH GEAR (4), and FIFTH GEAR( 5 ) the same way you do for SECOND GEAR(2). Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. To Stop - Let up on the accelerator pedaland press the brake pedal.
While you accelerate,it is normal for the light togo on and off ifyou quickly change the position of the accelerator. Ignore the SHIFT light when you downshift. Four- Wheel Drive Vehicles Only: If your vehicle has four-wheel drive andis equipped with a manual transmission, disregard the shift light when the transfer case is in 4LO. Locking Rear Axle If you have this feature, your rear axle can give you additional traction on snow, mud, ice, sandor gravel.
r ~~ ~ I NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other partsof your vehicle. If you are on ahill: See “Parking on Hills” in the Index.That section shows how to turn yourfront wheels. If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any See hill:“Towing a Trailer” in the Index.That section shows what todo first to keep the trailer ffom moving.
1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. 2. Move the shift lever intoPARK (P) position like this: Pull the lever toward you. 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 isin a drive gear - not in NEUTRAL (N). 4. Move the key to LOCK. 5. Remove the key and takeit with you. If you can walk away from your vehicle with thekey in your hand, your vehicle isin PARK (P).
lever out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.”To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shiftinto PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver’s seat. To find out how, see “Shifting Into PARK (P)” in the Index. When you are ready to drive, move the shift lever outof PARK (P)before you release the parking brake.
Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You’re Parked (Automatic Transmission) It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know.
If you have four-wheel drive with a manual transfer case shift lever and your transfer case is inNEUTRAL (N), your vehicle willbe free to roll, even if your shift lever isin PARK (P). So, be sure the transfer case is ain drive gear - not in NEUTRAL(N). Always set yourparking brake. Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won’t move.See “Shifting Into PARK (P)” in the Index. If you’re pulling a trailer, see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.
Four- Wheel Drive (Option) If your vehicle has four-wheel drive, you can send your engine’s driving power to all four wheelsfor extra traction.To shift outof two-wheel drive and into four-wheel drive, move the transfercase shift lever to 4HI or 4LO. You should use 2HI for most normal driving conditions, however. NOTICE: I Driving in the4HI or 4LO positions for a long time on dry or wet pavement could shorten the life of your vehicle’s drivetrain.
dealer check your system. Turn the INT LIGHTS switch located tothe righl of your headlight switch to dim your transfercase indicator light whenyou1 headlights or parking lights are on. This will also cause your instrument panel lights to dim. 2HI - This setting is for driving in moststreet and highway situations. Your front axle is not engaged in two-wheel drive. 4HI - This setting engages your front axle to help driveyour vehicle.
Electronic Transfer Case If your four-wheel drive vehicle has the electronic transfer case, the transfercase switches are on the right sideof your instrument panel above the radio controls. Use these switchesto shift into and outof four-wheel drive. You can choose among three driving settings: 2HI - This setting is for driving in most street and highway situations. Your front axle is not engaged in two-wheel drive. 4HI - This setting engages your front axleto help drive your vehicle.
If the 4LO switch is pressed when your vehicleis in gear and/or moving, tht amber 4LO indicator light will flashfor 30 seconds and not complete the shift unless your vehicle is below 3 mph (4.8 ludh) and the transmission is in NEUTRAL (N)or the clutch pedal depressed. On automatic transmission equipped vehicles:If your transfer case does not shift into 4L0, your transmission indicator switchmay require adjustment. With your transmission in NEUTRAL (N), press and releasethe 4LO switch.
Windows , To openyourmanual windows, turn the hand crank oneach door to raiseor lower your side door windows. . ... , If you have the optional powerwindows, the controls are on each of the side doors. Your power windows will only work when the ignition has been turned toRUN. The driver’s door hasa switch for the passenger windows as well. Push the sideof the switch with the down arrow to lower the window. 1 2-34 Push the sideof the switch with the up arrow to raise the window.
Four-door vehicles have alockout feature to prevent passengers from operating power windows. It is located on the driver’s door. Press LOCK and only the drivercan operate all windows. Press NORM and the windows return to normal operation. I Swing-Out Windows (2-Door Only) If your vehicle has rear swing-out windows, just unlatch them at their clasps and push outon the. glass to openthem. When you close the window, be sure the latch catches.
Horn To sound the horn, press anywhereon the pad on the steering wheel. . . *,. . Tilt Wheel (Option) If you have the tilt steering wheel, you should adjust the steering wheel before you drive. 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. Move the steering wheelto a comfortable level, then release the lever to lock the wheel in place. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
Multifunction Lever The lever on the driver’s side of the steering column includes your: 0 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator 0 Headlamp High-Low Beam 0 Windshield Wipers 0 Windshield Washer 0 Cruise Control (Option) Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator The turn signal has two upward (for Right) and two downward (for Left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turnor a lane change. To signal aturn, move the leverall the way upor down.
A green arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the green arrow starts toflash. Hold it there until youcomplete your lanechange. The lever will returnby itself whenyou release it. As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows don’t flash butjust stay on, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won’t see your turn signal. If a bulb is burnedout, replace it to help avoid an accident.
To change the headlamps from low beam to highor high to low, pull the Multifunction leverall the way toward you. Then release it. When the high beams are on, this blue indicator light on the instrument panelalso will be on. Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipersby turning the band with the wiper symbolon it.
For a single wipingcycle, turn the band to MIST. Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one wipe. If you want more wipes, hold the band on MIST longer. This You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes. can be very useful in light rain or snow. Turn the band to choose the delay time. The closer toLO, the shorter the delay. For steady wiping at low speed, turn the band away from you to theLO position.
NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid,follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system.Also, water doesn’t clean as well as washer fluid. Fill your washer fluid tankonly 3/4full when it’s very cold. This allows for expansion,which could damage the tank if it is completely full. Don’t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer.
automatically park on the endgate. When the glass is completelyclosed, the wiper will resumethe delay mode. To turn on the wiper, pressWASH. a To wash the window, press and hold WASH. The wipers will continue to work after you release theswitch. Press OFF to turn the wiper off. The rear window washer uses the same fluid bottle as the windshield washer. However, the rear window washer will run out of fluid beforethe windshield washer.
To Set Cruise Control 2. Get up to the speed you want. 3. Push in the set button at theend of the lever and releaseit. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
To Resume a Set Speed Suppose you set yourCruise Control at a desired speed and thenyou apply the brake.This, of course, shuts off the Cruise Control. But you don't need Once you're going about 25 mph (40 k d h ) or more, you can move the Cruise Control switch from QN to R/A (Resume/Accelerate) for about half a second. You'll go right backup to your chosen speed and stay there.
To increase your speed in very smallamounts, move the switch to R/A (Resume/Accelerate).Each time you do this, your vehicle willgo about 1 mph (1.6 k d h ) faster. To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise Control Push in the button at the endof the lever until you reach the lower speed you want, then releaseit. To slow down in very small amounts, push the buttonfor less than halfa second. Each time you do this, you'll go 1 mph (1.6 k d h ) slower.
Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your CruiseControl will work on hillsdepends upon your speed, load, and the steepnessof 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 atolower gear to keep yourspeed down. Of course, applying the brake takes you out of Cruise Control. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don’tCruise use Control on steep hills.
Lamps Your switches are on the driver’s side of your instrument panel. Push the top switch with the parking lamps symbolon it to turn on: Parking Lamps 0 Sidemarker Lamps 0 Taillamps 0 License Plate Lamps 0 Instrument Panel Lamps Transfer Case Indicator Light(if you have one) Push the bottom switch with the master lighting symbol on it to turn on all the lamps listedabove as well as the headlamps. Push the sideof the switch markedOFF to turn off your lamps.
Fog Lamps (Option) Use your fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. Your parking lights and/or low beam headlamps must be on or your fog lamps won’t work. The fog lamp switch is on the instrument panel under the INT LIGHTS switch I $0OFF- Press the sideof the switch with the light to turn thefog lamps on, and OFF to turn them off. A light will glow in the switch when the fog lamps are on. FOG LAMPS Remember, fog lamps alone will not give off as much light as your headlights.
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Indicator Light You may have this light on the instrument panel. It goes on whenever the Daytime Running Lamps are on, the ignition ison, the headlamp switch is off, and the parking brake is released. Daytime Running Lamps Vehicles sold in the United States may or may not have this feature. DRLis required on new vehicles soldin Canada.
Dome Lamps The interior lights will come on when the front door handles are lifted or the side doors are opened. They will remain on for approximately 30 seconds or until the ignition is turned on. You can also turn the dome lamp on by turningthe INT LIGHTS dimmer switch up until itclicks. The rear dome lamp has a switch that lets you turn it on from the rear of the vehicle. Press the sideof the switch with the light symbol to turnon the front and rear dome lamps.
Inside Mirror Press the tab under the mirror to reduce glare from headlamps behind you. If your vehiclehas the lighted mirror, the lights will automatically come on for approximately 15 seconds when eitherfront door is opened, or until the ignition is turnedto RUN or ACC. The lights will also stayon for approximately 15 seconds after you exit the vehicle. They will also stay on for 15 seconds when the interior light switch on the dash is turned on then off, while the ignition is off.
Outside Mirrors Adjust your outside mirrors so you can just see the side of your vehicle. Some mirrors are manuallyadjustable, and some mirrors come withan optional remote control adjustment switch. Find the switch on the driver’s door armrest. Turn the knob in the switch to L or R to choose the mirror, then press thearrows on the outsideswitch ring to adjust the mirror. If you have the manually adjustable mirror, you can fold it before entering a canvash. To fold, pull the mirrors in towards the vehicle.
Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curvedso you can see more from the driver’s seat. - - - Sun VisorsNanity Mirrors L To block out glare, you can swing down the top and bottom visors. You can also swing the bottom visor from side to side. Your visors may have an extension that can be pulled out for additional glare protection and a strap for holding small items, such as maps. Some visors have a lighted mirror.
Accessory Power Outlets (Option) If you have accessory power outlets,you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment. Just pull downfrom the top of thedoor and 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. NOTICE: When using the accessory power outlets, maximum electrical load must notexceed 25 amps. Always turnoff any electrical equipment when notin use.
The front ashtray must be completely pulled out to open position before the ashtray cover opens and smoking material can be deposited. 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, push down on the metal cover. Then press up on the release tabon the panel under the metal cover and remove the ash tray. I Four-door vehicles have smaller ashtrays inside the rear doors.
Storage Compartments Cupholders are on the front of split-bench seats. Squeeze the latch at the frontof the cupholder and pull it straight out. The liner removes for easy cleaning and the cupholder is dishwasher safe. To open your glove box, squeeze the lever at the top of the glovebox and pull the handle towards you to lower the door.
Two cup depressions are provided for your convenience, but the glovebox should notbe open while driving. You will find a storage pocket on each front door. Four-door-models have storage pockets and cupholders on rear doors.
Center Overhead Console Your vehicle may - have an overhead console + I The console has reading lights that turn on and off by pressing in on the button by each light.The lights can also be swiveled to point in the direction you want. It has two storage compartments which can be used to conveniently store small items, like your sunglasses, and a compartment for your garage door opener. It also has an electric compass, outside temperature gauge and overhead light.
Temperature andCompass Display The outside air temperature and the compass are displayed at the front of the overhead console.The control switches are located on the driver's side of the display. Turn the display onor off by pressing the ON/OFF switch. Display the temperature in either degrees Fahrenheit (English) or Celsius (metric) by pressing the US/METswitch.
Compass Variance Variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north. In some areas the difference between the two can be great enough tocause false compass readings. If this happens, follow these instructions to set the variance for your particular location: 1. Locate your location on the zone map. Note your zone number. 2. Press and hold both theON/OFF and the USMET switches. The display willgo off. 3. After 5 seconds, VAR CAL will appear on the display.
Garage Door Opener Compartment If you have a garage door opener, thefront overhead compartment can be used to conveniently store the opener. To install the garage door opener, first open the compartmentdoor by pressing the latch Peel the protective backing from the hook and loop patch. Press it firmly to the back of your garage door opener, as close to the center of the opener as possible. Center the garage door opener activation button over the console door button and press theopener firmly into place.
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. 1 Add one peg at a time until the garage door opener operates with the compartmentdoor closed whenyou press the button. F Now, with the compartment door closed, push the button again to make sure the garagedoor opener operates properly.
Convenience Net You may have a convenience net in the rear of your vehicle to help keep smallitems, like gloves and light clothing in place during sharp turns or quick stops and starts. The net is not designed to retain these itemsduring off-road use. The net is not for larger, heavier items. The convenience net is anchored to theendgate door.
Cargo CoverOr Roll-Up Cargo Cover If you have the optional cargo security shade,you can use it to cover items in the cargo area of your vehicle. Grasp the handle and pull the shadeto unroll it. Latch the posts into the sockets on the inside trim panel on the passengerside of the vehicle to secure it.
Instrument Panel 1. Vents 2. Instrument Cluster 3. Air ConditionedHeater 4. Glove Box 5 . Audio system 6. Cigarette Lighter 6. Power Auxiliary (Option) 7. Parking Brake Release 8. Light Switches 9. Electronic TransferCase (Option) 10. Rear Defogger (Option) 11. Ashtray 12. Shelf 13. Fog Lamps (Option) 14. Rear Wipermasher (Option) 15. Rear Hatch (Option) Instrument Cluster Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running.
Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speedin both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (krdh). Your odometer shows howfar your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the U.S.) or kilometers (used inCanada). Tamper ResistantOdometer Standard Cluster Tachometer Cluster ___"..." . . Your odometer is tamper resistant. It will show silver lines between the numbers if someone tries to turn it back.
Trip Odometer Tachometer Standard Cluster Cluster The trip odometer cantell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometerto zero. Make sure the buttonis completely depressed. To set the trip odometer to zero, completely push the button near the readout. Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speedin revolutions per minute(rpm). Each tachometer hasa different limit depending on the powertrain in your vehicle.
Normal operatingrange shows your engine speed during normal driving conditions. For example, when the needle pointsto 2, it means theengine is running at 2,000 revolutions per minute (rpm).The tachometer needle will vary all the time that the engine is running. The red warning range tells you that your engine speed is reaching its upper limits. Don’t drive very long withthe tachometer in the red warning range. If you have a manual transmission, shift to a higher gear as soon as possible.
Safety Be/t Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, a tone will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety beltis already buckled. The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for about 20 seconds, then it will flash for about55 seconds. If the driver’s beltis already buckled, neither the tone nor the light will come on.
You will see this light flash for a few seconds when you turn your ignition to RUN or START. Then the light shouldgo out. This means the systemis ready. If the air bag readiness light doesn’t come on when you start your vehicle, or stays on, or comes on when you are driving, your air bag system may not work properly.Have your vehicle serviced right away. Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake systemis divided intotwo parts.
The brake system warning light willalso come on when you set your parking brake, and itwill stay on if your parking brake doesn’t release fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you havea brake problem. Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ANTI-LOCK With the anti-lock brake system, this light will comeon when you start your engine and may stayon for several seconds. That’snormal.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (SERVICE ENGINE SOON Light) I SERVICE ENGINE SOON The amber Malfunction Indicator Lamp (SERVICE ENGINE SOON Light) is located at the top of your instrument panel. A computer monitors operation of your fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This light should come on when the ignition on, is but the engine is not running, as a check to show you itis working. If it does not comeon at all, have it fixed right away.
indicated by the system before any problem apparent, is which may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle, This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction. The “SERVICE ENGINE SOON”light shouldcome on, as a check to show you it isworking, when the ignition is onand the engine is not running.This light will also come during a malfunction inone of two ways: Light on steady - indicates a system malfunction has been detected.
Charging System Light The red charging system light is above your oil temperature gage on your instrument cluster and will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition, but the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working. It should go out once the engine is running. If it stayson, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the charging system. It could indicate that you have problems with a generator drive belt, or another electrical problem. Have it checked right away.
Daytime RunningLamps (DRL) Indicator Light This green DRL indicator light is above the fuel gageon the instrument cluster A The DRL indicator light ison whenever the ignition ison and the headlight switch and parking brake are off. For more details aboutDRL, see “Day Time Running Lamps”in this section. SHIFT Indicator Light This amber SHIFT indicator light is at the top of the instrument cluster of vehicles with manual transmissions.
Headlamp High Beam Indicator Light This blue high beam indicator lightis above the engine oil temperature gage on the instrument cluster and is on whenever you use your high beam headlamps.See “Headlamp High-Low Beam Changer” in this section. A Turn Signal and Lane Change lndicator This light with the green arrows ison both sidesof the speedometer on the instrument cluster. The turn signal indicator will comeon whenever you signal a turn or lane change. See “Turn andLane Change Signal” in this section.
Gages Engine Coolant Temperature Gage I 210 0 This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, your engine is too hot! -E- rc It means that your engine coolant has overheated. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should off pull the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible. Hot Coolant Can Burn you Badly! In Problems On The Road, this manual explains whatto do.
NOTICE: Damage to your enginefrom neglected oil problems canbe costly andis not covered by your warranty. Fuel Gage I The fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have remaining when the ignition is on. When the gage first indicates empty, you still have a little fuel left, but you should get morefuel soon. 1/2 3 Here arefour things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem withyour fuel gage: At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage readsfull.
Voltmeter 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. 14 49 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. Readings in the low warning zone mayoccur when a large numberof electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left atan idle for an extended period.
Use GM accessory racks that are compatible with your luggage carrier for transporting sportsequipment. These are available through yourGM dealer. Remove the center rubber stripsin the cross rails and attach the GM accessory rack to the nut plates provided through the center slots (fourper cross rail). The tap plates canbe moved to accommodate various positioning by sliding them inside the cross rail to the desired locations before mounting the accessory rack.
Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacityand loading, see “Loading Your Vehicle’’ in the Index. To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you’re driving, check now and then to make sure theluggage carrier and cargo are still securely fastened. Trailer Wiring Harness Your vehicle will havea 5-wire and may have a 7-wire harness. The light duty trailer wiring isa 5-wire harness assembly taped and bundled at the left corner of the vehicle.
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Comfort Controls& Audio Systems Section U In this section you'll findout how to operate the comfort control systems and audio systems offered with your vehicle.Be sure to read about the particular system supplied with your vehicle. Comfort Controls Heater/Air Conditioning Controls , Your heatedair conditioning controls will look like this. ..,.. Before using your vehicle'sair conditioning, open the windowsto clear the vehicle of hot air.
The upper knob changes the air temperature. Turn the knob clockwise for warmer air. Turn the knob counterclockwisefor cooler air. The lower knob selects the heateror air conditioning function and determines which outlets the air will flow through (instrument panel, defroster, heater, etc .). OFF - This setting turnsoff all heating functions.Some outside air will still come out of the heater outlet whenever the vehicle is moving forward.
Rear Window Defogger (Option) If your vehicle has thisoption, the rear window will have lines running across theglass. These lines heat your window. For best results, clear the 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 headlight switch. Press ON until the light in theswitch comes on, then release it.
Ventilation System L I‘ L -a Your vehicle’s ventilation system supplies outside air to the inside of your vehicle when it is moving. With the side windows closed, air will flow into the front air inletgrilles, through the vehicle, and out the rear air exhaust valve. Outsideair will alsoenter the vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning fan is running. Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inletfree of ice, snow, or any other obstruction (such asleaves).
You will findair vents in the center andon the sides of your instrument panel. flow of air, or close the vents You can move the vents to direct the altogether. When youclose a vent, it will increase the flowof air coming out of any vents that areopen. Audio Systems Your Delco@audio system has beendesigned to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. But you will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself withit first.
How to Operate Your E T P AM-FM Stereo Audio System .... I Q This part tells you how your ETR@AM-FM stereoaudio system works. Upper Knob (PWR-VOL-RECALL) functions: - The upper knob has these four Turn it to turn the system on and off. 0 Turn it to control the volume. Press it to display the time when the ignition isoff. Press it to change between the clock and the radio station frequency displayed when the radio is on.
FADE - i ne control ring behindthe lower knob adjusts thefronthear speaker balance. SEEK - Press the SEEK button to cause the receiver toSEEK the next higher station and stop. SCAN - Press the SCAN button to hear each station for a few seconds. Push it again when you reach the station you want to listen to and the radio will stop scanning.“SCAN’ appears in the display. Pushbuttons - The four pushbuttons let you return to favorite stations.
How to Operate Your E T P AM-FM Stereo Audio Cassette System -- ___ _ This part tells you how your ETR@AM-FM stereo audio cassette system works. Upper Knob (PWR-VOL-PROG-RCL) functions: 0 - The upper knob has thesefive Turn it to turn the system on and off. Turn it to control the volume. Press it to display the time when the ignition is off. Press it to change between the clock and the radio station frequency displayed when the radio ison.
Pushbuttons - The four pushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. 10 set the pushbuttons for up to fourteenfavorite stations (7 AM and 7 FM): 1. Tune in the desired station. 2. Press the SET button. “SET” appears in the display momentarily. 3. Within 5 seconds, press one of the four pushbuttons to store the station. Whenever you press thatbutton, the preset station willreturn.
PROGRAM - To go from one side of the tape to the other, press the PWR-VOL-PROCi-RCL knob. STOP-EJECT - To remove the tapeor stop the tape and switch to radio, press the STOP-EJECT button. If “Cln” (Clean) appears on the display when you insert your cassette tape, your cassette player needsto be cleaned. It will still play cassette tapes but it should be cleaned to prevent damage to your cassette tapes and the cassette tape player. See “Careof Your Cassette Tape Player’’ later in this section.
Lower Knob (TUNE-AM-FM) - The lower knob hastwo functions: 0 Turn it to tune in radio stations. 0 Press it to change between theAM and FM bands. FADE - The control ring behind the lowerknob adjusts the fronthear speaker balance. SEEK - Press the SEEK button to cause the receiver to SEEK the next higher station andstop. SCAN - Press the SCAN button to hear each station for a few seconds. Push it againwhen you reach the stationyou want to listento and the radio will stop scanning.
To Play A Cassette Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are30 to 45 minutes so thin they may not work well long on each side. Tapes longer than that are in this player. Once the tape is playing, use the upper and lower knobs for volume, balance and fade just as you do for the radio.A lighted arrow shows which direction the tape is being played. CrO2 - The CrO2 button lets you set the systemfor the typeof cassette being used.If you are using chrome or metal tapes, push the 0 2 button in.
How to Operate Your E T P AM-FM Stereo Audio Compact Disc(CD) System This part tells you how yourETR@AM-FM stereo system works: Upper Knob (PWR-VOL) - The upper knob has two functions: Turn it to turn the system on andoff when the ignition is on. Turn it to control the volume. Volume will be displayed briefly unless Left/Right speaker control, Rear/Front speaker Control, BASS01:TFREB are adjusted.
Pushbuttons - The five pushbuttons letyou return tofavorite stations. They are also used when you play a disc. (See “TO Play A Compact Disc”.) To set the pushbuttonsfor up to ten favorite stations (5 AM and 5 FM): 1. Tune in the desired station. 2. Push the SET button. “SET” is displayed briefly. 3. Within 5 seconds, push one of the five pushbuttons to store thestation. Whenever you press thatbutton, the preset station will return. Repeat the steps for each of the 5 AM and 5 FM stations.
RCL - Press RCL to see what track isplaying. Press it again within 5 seconds to see how long it has been playing.The track number alsoappears when you change the volumeor when a new track starts to play. COMP - Press the COMP button to makesoft and loudpassages more nearly equal involume. “COMP” will appear in the display while using this control.
Anti-Theft Feature Delco LOC is an Anti-Theft featurefor the compact disc player. It can be used or ignored. If ignored, the system plays normally. If it isused, your player won’t be usable if it is ever stolen, because it won’t turnon. I I @ The instructions below tellyou how to entera secret code into the system. If your car loses battery powerfor any reason,you must unlock the system with the secret code before the radio will on. turn To Lock The System: 1 .
4. Press the BANDknob and the time appears - indicating that the disabling sequence was successful.If the display indicates“SEC”, the numbers did not matchand the unit isstill secured. Disabling The Theft System 1. Press presets 1 and 4 for 5 seconds with ignition on and radio off. The display will show “SEC”, indicating the unitis in the secure mode. 2. Press the SET button. The display will show “000”. 3.
To help avoid hearing loss or damage: 1. Adjust the volume controlto the lowest setting. 2. Increase volume slowly untilyou hear comfortably and clearly. NOTICE: - Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephoneor two-way radio be sure you can add whatyou want. If you can, it’s very important to doit properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, Delco’ radio or other systems, andeven damage them.
You may prefer touse a non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner. This type of cleaner usesa fabric belt to clean the tape head. This type of cleaner cassette will notcause an error, but it may not clean the tape player as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner. A scrubbing action cleaner cassette is availablethrough your retailer (SPO 12344600). Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time.
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Your Driving and the Road Section 1 Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weatherconditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. Defensive Driving The best advice anyonecan give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle u (See “Safety Belts”in the Index.) Defensive driving really means“be ready for anything.
Rear-end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents. Yet they are common. Allow enough followingdistance. It’s the best defensive driving maneuver, in both city and rural driving. You never know when the vehicle in frontof you is going to brake orturn suddenly. Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway deathtoll, claiming thousands of victims every year.
According to the American Medical Association, a 180-pound (82kg) person who drinks three 12-ounce (355 ml) bottlesof beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same BAC by drinking three &ounce (120 ml) glassesof wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1-1/2 ounces (45 rnl) of a liquorlike whiskey, gin or vodka. It’s the amount of alcohol that counts.
The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol inone drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’tthe right answer. Whatif there’s an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street?A person witheven a moderate BAC might not be ableto react quickly enoughto avoid the collision. There’s something else about drinking and driving that many people don’t know.
Braking Braking action involvesperception time and reaction time. First, you have to decideto push on the brake pedal. That’s perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot anddo it. That’s reactiun time. Average reaction time is about 314 of a second. But that’s only an average. It might beless with one driver and as long two as or three secondsor more with another.Age, physical condition, alertness, coordination, and eyesight all play a part. So do alcohol, drugs and frustration.
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your vehicle has an advanced electronic brakingsystem that can help you keep it under control. Whenyou start your vehicle and begin to drive away, you may hear a momentary motoror clicking noise.This is the ABS system testing itself. Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animaljumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here’s what happens with ABS. A computer senses that wheelsare slowing down.
Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot upto the brake pedal.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 slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, even though you have anti-lock brakes. To Use Anti-Lock Don’t pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down and let anti-lock work for you. You may feel the brakes vibrate, or you may notice some noise, but this is normal.
What should you do if this ever happens? Ease up on the accelerator pedal, steer the vehicle theway you want it to go, and slow down. Speed limit signs near curves warn thatyou should adjust your speed. Of course, the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions. Under less favorable conditions you’ll wantto go slower. If you needto reduce your speedas you approach a curve, do it before you enter the curve, while your front wheels are straight ahead.
Off-Road Recovery You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’redriving. If the level of the shoulderis only slightly below the pavement, recovery should befairly easy. Easeoff the accelerator andthen, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement.You can turn the steering wheel up to 1/4 turn until the rightfront tire contacts the pavement edge.
So here are some tipsfor passing: e “Drive ahead.” Look down the road, to the sides, and to crossroads for situations that might affect your passing patterns. If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass, wait for a better time. e Watch for traffic signs, pavement markings, and lines. If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicateturn a or an intersection, delayyour pass. A broken center line usually indicates it’s all right to pass (providing the road aheadis clear).
Loss of Control Let’s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what thedriver has asked. In any emergency, don’t giveup. Keep trying tosteer and constantly seekan escape route or area of less danger. Skidding In a skid, adriver can lose controlof the vehicle.
Driving Guidelines This multipurpose passenger vehicle is definedas a utility vehicle in Consumer Information Regulations issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) of the United States Department of Transportation. Utility vehicles have higher ground clearance and a narrower track to make themcapable of performing in a wide varietyof off-road applications. Specific design characteristicsgive them a higher center of gravity than ordinarycars.
Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving There are some important things to rememberabout how to load your vehicle. 0 The heaviest things shouldbe on the loadfloor and forward of your rear axle. Put heavier items asfar forward as you can. Be sure the load issecured properly, so driving on the off-road terrain doesn’t toss thingsaround. You’ll find otherimportant information in thismanual. See “Vehicle Loading,’’ “Luggage Carrier” and “Tires” in theIndex.
Getting Familiar withOff-Road Driving It’s a good idea to practicein an area that’s safe and close to home before you go into the wilderness.Off-road driving does require somenew and different driving skills. Here’s what we mean. Tune your senses to different kinds of signals. Your eyes, for example, need to constantly sweep the terrain for unexpected obstacles. Your ears need to listen for unusual tireor engine sounds.
Surface Obstacles. Unseen or hidden obstacles can be hazardous. A rock, log, hole, rut, or bump can startleyou if you’re not prepared for them. Often these obstacles are hidden by grass, bushes, snow or even the rise and fall of the terrain itself. Here are some things to consider: Is the path ahead clear? Will the surface texture change abruptly up ahead? @ 0 Does the travel take you uphill or downhill? (There’s more discussion of these subjects later.
Approaching a Hill When you approach a hill, you need to decideif it’s one of those hills that’s just too steep toclimb, descend, or cross. Steepness can be hard tojudge. On a very smallhill, for example, there may be a smooth, constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all theway to the top. On a large hill, the incline may get steeper asyou near thetop, but you may not see this because the crest of the hill is hidden bushes, by grass, or shrubs.
Try to drive straight up the hillif at all possible. If the path twists and turns, you might want to find anotherroute. Ease up on’your speed as you approach the topof the hill. Attach a flag to the vehicle to makeyou more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills. Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to letopposing traffic know you’re there. Use your headlights even during the day. They makeyou more visible to oncoming traffic.
0 As you are backing down the hill, put your left hand on the steering wheel at the 12 o’clock position.This way, you’ll be able to tellif your wheels are straight and maneuver as you back down. It’s best thatyou back down the hill with your wheels straight rather than in the left or right direction. Turning the wheel too far to the left or right will increase the possibilityof a rollover. Here are some thingsyou must not do if you stall, or are aboutto stall, when goingup a hill.
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? What’s the surfacelike? Smooth? Rough? Slippery? Hard-packed dirt? Gravel? Are there hidden surface obstacles?Ruts? Logs? Boulders? 0 What’s at the bottomof the hill? Is there a hiddencreek bank or even a river bottom with largerocks? If you decide you can go down a hill safely, then tryto keep your vehicle headed straight down, and u
Q: Are there some things I should not do when driving downa hill? A: Yes? Theseare important becauseif you ignore themyou could lose control and havea serious accident. When driving downhill, avoid turns that takeyou across the inclineof the hill. A hill that’s not too steepto drive downmay be too steep to drive across.You could roll overif you don’t drive straight down. Never go downhill with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N), or with the clutch pedal depressed ina manual shift.
Hidden obstacles can make the steepnessof the incline even worse. If you drive across a rock with the uphill wheels, or if the downhill wheels dropinto a rut or depression, your vehicle cantilt even more. For reasons likethese, you need to decide carefully whether to try to drive across an incline. Just because the trail goes across the incline doesn’t mea you have to driveit. The last vehicle totry it might have rolled over.
Driving In Mud, Sand, Snow, Or Ice When you drivein mud, snow or sand, your wheels won’t get good traction. You can’t accelerateas quickly, turningis more difficult, and you’ll need longer braking distances. It’s best touse a lowgear when you’rein mud - the deeper the mud, the lower the gear. In reallydeep mud, the idea is tokeep your vehicle moving so you don’t getstuck. When you drive onsand, you’ll sense achange in wheel traction. But it will depend upon how loosely packed the sand is.
Driving In .Water Light rain causes no special off-road driving problems. But heavy rain ca mean flashflooding, and flood waters demand extreme caution. Find out how deep the water is before you drive throughit. If it’s deep enough to cover your wheelhubs, axles,or exhaust pipe, don’t try it - you probably won’t get through.Also, water thatdeep can damage your axle and other vehicleparts. If the water isn’t too deep, then drive through it slowly.
Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason issome that drivers are likely to be impaired - by alcohol ordrugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. Here are some tips on night driving. 0 Drive defensively. 0 Don't drink and drive. 0 Adjust your inside rearviewmirror to reducethe glare from headlights behind you. 0 Since you can't see as well, youmay need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles.
you are faced with severe glare(as from a driver who doesn’t lower the hig beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlights), slow down little. a Avoid staring directly into the approachinglights. Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean - inside and out. Glare at night is made muchworse by dirt on the glass. Even the inside of the glass can build upa film caused by dust. Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would, making the pupilsof your eyes contract repeatedly.
1 Driving too fast throughlarge water puddlesor even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes.Try to avoid puddles. Butif you can’t, try to slow down before you hitthem. Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride onthe water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going‘fastenough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road.
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips 0 Turn on your low-beam headlights - not just your parking lights - to help make you more visible toothers. 0 Besides slowing down, allow some extra following distance. And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle. Allow yourself mo clear roomahead, and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray. Have good tires with proper treaddepth. (See “Tires” in the Index.
Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also calledthruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways) are the safestof all roads. But they have their own specialrules. The most important adviceon freeway driving is: Keepup with traffic and keep to theright. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaksa smooth traffic flow. Treat the left lane ona freeway asa passing lane. At the entrance thereis usually a ramp that leads to the freeway.
Before Leavingon a Long Trip Make sure you’re ready. Try to be well rested.If you must start when you’re not fresh - such as after a day’s work - don’t plan to maketoo many miles thatfirst part of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in. Is your vehicle readyfor a long trip? If you keep it serviced and maintained, it’s ready togo. If it needs service, have it done before startingout.
Then here tire some tips: 0 Make sure your vehicleis well ventilated, witha comfortably cool interior. 0 Keep your eyes moving. Scan the‘road ahead and to the sides. Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently. If you get sleepy, pulloff the road into arest, service, or parking area and take anap, get some exercise, or both.For safety, treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency.
0 Know how togo uphill. You may want to shift down to a lower gear. The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission, and you can climb thehill better. 0 Stay inyour own lane when drivingon two-lane roads in hills or mountains. Don’t swing wideor cut across the centerof the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in yourown lane. 0 As you go over the topof a hill, be alert. There could be something in your lane, like a stalled caror an accident.
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. Be sure your engine coolant mix is correct. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle. Include anice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outerclothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth, and a couple of reflective warning triangles.
What’s the worst timefor this? “Wet ice.”Very cold snow or ice canbe slick and hard todrive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all. You can get “wet ice” when it’s about freezing (32°F; 0°C) and freezing rain begins to fall. Try to avoid driving on wetice until salt and sand crews can getthere. Whatever the condition - smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snowdrive with caution. Accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction.
If You’re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be ina serious situation. You should probably stay with your vehicle unlessyou know for sure that you are near help and you canhike through the snow. Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers. Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stoppedby the snow. Puton extra clothing or wrapa blanket around you.
Run your engine only as long asyou must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make itgo a little faster thanjust idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly.This uses less fuel forthe heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged. You will need a well-charged battery to restart the vehicle, and possiblyfor signaling later on with your headlights. Let the heater run for awhile. Then, shut the engine off and close the windowalmost all the way to preserve the heat.
Recreational Vehicle Towing (Four- Wheel Drive Only) If your vehicle has four-wheeldrive, you may towit behind another vehicle providing it does not have the optional electronic shift transfer case or all-wheel drive. Do not tow the vehicle by the rear bumper bar. NOTICE: Recreational vehicle towing is not recommended for vehicles with the optional electronic shift transfer case or all-wheel drive because the transfer cases have no neutral position. Before towing, you should: 1.
2. Insert the ignitionkey into the ignition switch and turn it one notch forward of the LOCK position. This places the keyinto the OFF position, which unlocks the steering column while preventing battery drain. Unlocking the steeringcolumn will allow for proper movement of the front wheeldtires during towing. I NOTICE: I You should exercise extra care whenever towing another vehicle.
Using heavier suspension componentsto get added durability mightnot change your weight ratings.Ask your dealer to helpyou load your vehicle the right way. NOTICE: Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of overloading. If you put things inside your vehicle- like suitcases, tools, packages,or anything else -they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they’ll keep going.
Payload The Payload Capacity is shown on theCertificatiodTire label. This is the maximum load capacity thatyour vehicle can carry. Be sure to include the weight of the people inside as partof your load. If you added any accessories or equipment after your vehicle left the factory, remember to subtract the weight of these things from the payload. Your dealer can help you withthis.
Towing a Trailer NOTICE: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty.To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice in this part, and seeGM your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle. Most vehiclesare ready for some trailer towing.If yours was built with trailering options, as many are, it’s ready for heavier trailers. But trailering is different thanjust driving your vehicleby itself.
e Don’t tow a trailer at allduring the first 500 miles (800 km) your new vehicle is driven. Your engine, axle or other parts couldbe damaged. 0 Then, during the first 500 miles (800 km) that you towa trailer, don’t drive over 50 mph (80 k d h ) and don’t make startsat full throttle. This helps yourengine and other partsof your vehiclewear in at the heavier loads, e If you have an automatic transmission, you should useDRIVE (D) (or, as you need to, a lower gear) when towing a trailer.
A B If you’re using a “dead-weight” hitch, the trailer tongue(A) should weigh 10% of the total loaded trailer weight (B). If you have a “weight-distributing” hitch, the trailer tongue(A) should weigh 12% of the total loaded trailer weight(B). After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, tosee if the weights are proper.If they aren’t, you may be able to get them right simplyby moving some items around in the trailer.
Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safetychains under the tongue of the trailerso that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufactureror by the trailer manufacturer. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for attaching safety chains and do not attach themto the bumper. Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with yourrig.
Driving with a Trailer lowing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the openroad, you’ll want to get to know yourrig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle youare driving is now a good deal longer and not nearlyas responsive as your vehicle isby itself.
Passing You’ll need more passingdistance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deal longer, you’ll need togo much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to yourlane. Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. Then, to move the trailer to theleft, just move that hand to theleft. To move the trailer to the right, move your hand to theright. Always back up slowlyand, if possible, have someone guide you.
When towing at high altitudeon steep uphill grades, consider the following: Engine coolant will boil at a lower temperature than at normal altitudes. If you turn your engineoff immediately after towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades, your vehicle may show signs similar to engine overheating.
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hi 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: Start your engine; 0 Shift into a gear; and Release the parking brake. 2 . Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer isclear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pickup and store the chocks. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will needservice more often when you’re pullinga trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this.
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Problems on the Road Section Here you’ll find what todo about some problems that canoccur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lights will flash on and off.
Push the button on top i of the steering column all the way down to make your front and ’ rear turn signal lights 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, push the button until the first click and release. When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won’t work. The flashers will stop if you step on the brake.
Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to useanother vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. But please follow the steps below to do it safely. NOTICE: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn’t be coveredby your warranty. Trying tostart your vehicle by pushing or pulling could it damage yourvehicle, even if you have a manual transmission. And if you have an automatic transmission, won’t it start that way. To Jump Start YourVehicle: 1.
You could be injured if the vehiclesroll. Set the parking brake firmly on each vehicle. Put anautomatic transmission inPARK (P) or a manual transmission in NEUTRAL(N). If you have a four-wheel-drive vehicle witha manual transfercase shift lever,be sure the transfer caseis not in NEUTRAL(N). 3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Turnoff all lights that aren’t needed, and radios.
6 . Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive(+) terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Dead Battery (+) Good Battery (+) 7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. 8. Now connect the black negative(-) cable to the good battery’s negative (-) terminal. Don’t letthe other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative cable doesn’tgo to the dead battery.
Heavy Metal Engine Part 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 good there, but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less. 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the enginefor a while. 11. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery.If it won’t start after a few tries make sure all connections are good.
Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your vehicle. They can provide the rightequipment and know howto tow it without damage. If your vehicle has been changed since it was factory-new byadding things like fog lamps,aero skirting, or special tires and wheels, these things could be damaged duringtowing. Before youdo anything, turn on the hazard warningflashers.
When your vehicle is beingtowed, have the ignition keyoff. The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight-ahead position withclamping a device designed for towing service. Do not use the vehicle’s steering column lock for this. The transmission (eitherautomatic or manual) should be in NEUTRAL (N) and the transfer case (either manual shift or electronic shift), if you have one, should be in 2HI. The parking brake should be released. Don’t have your vehicle towedon the rear wheels, unless you have to.
Towing From the Front (Except All- Wheel-Drive) NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or the front bumper system will be damaged. Use wheel lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for car-carrier equipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps. If your vehicle has thefour-wheel drive option,a dolly MUST be used under the rearwheels when towingfrom the front.
Towing From the Rear (Except A//' Wheel-Drive) NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or the rear bumper system will be damaged. Use wheel lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional rampingmay be required for car-carrier equipment. Use safety chainsand wheel straps. If your vehicle has thefour-wheel drive option, adolly MUST be usedunder the frontwheels when towing from the rear.
Towing From theFront (All- Wheel-Drive) NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or the front bumper system will be damaged. Use wheel lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional ramping maybe required for car-carrier equipment. Use safety chainsand wheel straps. If your vehicle has the all-wheel-drive option, a dolly MUST be used under the rearwheels when towingfrom the front.
Towing From the Rear (All- Wheel-Drive) NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or the rear bumper system will be damaged. Use wheel lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional rampingmay be required for car-carrier equipment. Use safety chainsand wheel straps. If your vehicle has the all-wheel-drive option, adolly MUST be used under the frontwheels when towing from the rear.
Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine NOTICE: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
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 little a too hot when you: 0 Climb a long hill on a hot day. 0 Stop after high speed driving. 0 Idle for long periods in traffic. e Tow a trailer. See "Driving on Grades" in the Index. If YOU get the overheat warning withno sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: 1. Turn off your air conditioner. 2.
If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down. The coolant level should beat the ADD mark. If it isn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. NOTICE: Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn’t covered by your warranty. If there seems to be no leak, start theengine again.
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t ADD, at add a 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and a proper antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank.(See “Engine Coolant’’ in the Index for more information proper coolant the about mix.) . NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant.
When the coolant in the coolant recovery tankis at ADD, start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there’sone 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 youdo it.
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1. You can remove the radiator pressurecap when the coolingsystem, including the radiator pressurecap and upper radiatorhose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressurecap slowly to the left until it first stops. (Don't press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for thatto stop. A hiss means there is still some pressure left. as you turnit. Remove the pressure cap. ..
1 3. Fill the radiator with the proper mix, up to the base of the filler neck. 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the ADD mark. 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off.
6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel'the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fan. 1 7. By this time the coolant level inside the filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper mix through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck. 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.
If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly.If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. Butif you should ever have a “blowout,” here are a few tips about what toexpect and whatto do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire willcreate a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your footoff the accelerator pedal andgrip the steering wheel firmly.
A. Flat Tire B . Blocked Tire t The following steps willtell you how to usethe jack and changea tire. Your vehicle is equipped with work gloves and a plastic ground mat to assist in the changingof a flat tire. Jacking Equipment Storage The jacking equipment you’ll needis stored along the driver’s rear wall. In some cases, you may have to remove the spare tire in order to reach the jack. To remove yourjack cover, pullup on the latch. Pull the wheel blocks, jack and wheel wrench off.
Jacking Equipment rA A. Retainer E Wheel Blocks B. Rubber Band G. Hub Cap Removal Tool (Some models) H. Wheel Wrench I. Jack J. Jacking Instructions C. Work Gloves D. Mat E. Jack Storage Cover Spare Tire Your spare tire isin your vehicle's rear area,either mounted inside to the driver's wall or outside to the endgate, stowed or under the vehicle. If you have an inside-mounted spare tire, the tire mustbe removed in order to have access to thejack storage.
To Remove the Rear-Mounted Spare Tire Make sure the carrierarm is fully latched to the endgate. Remove the tire's cover. 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. The wheel wrenchcan then be used to remove the lug nut. Use the socket endof your wheel wrench to remove the wheel nuts "\ that secure the tireto the carrier.
To Remove the Underbody-Mounted SpareTire (&Door Only) NOTICE: Never remove or restow a tire frodto a stowage position under the vehicle while the vehicle is supported by ajack. Always tighten the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle when restowing. Insert the chisel endof the wheel wrench, on an angle, into the hole in the rear bumper.Be sure the chisel endof the wheel wrench connects into the hoist shaft. i 5-25 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwiseto lower the sparetire.
When the tire has been completely lowered, tilt the retainer at the endof the cable and pull it through the wheel opening. Pull the tire out from under the vehicle. NOTICE: To help avoid vehicle damage, do not drive vehicle before cable is restored. ~~~ ~ ~~~ ~ Inside-Mounted Spare Tire (%Door Standard) A. Spare Tire B . Retainer (Two-wheel drive) C. Nut D. Cover E. Retainer (Four-wheel drive) F.
Rear-Mounted Spare Tire (%Door Optional) A. Wheel Carrier B. Spare Tire C. Wheel Nut and Locking Nut Cylinder Underbody-Mounted Spare Tire (&Door Standard) A. Retainer B . Valve Stem (Pointed Down) C. Spare Tire D. E. F. G. Spring Wheel Wrench Lower Raise H. Hoist Asm Changing the Tire Start with thejacking equipment. See “Jacking Equipment Storage” earlier in this section.
Turn the jackhandle clockwise. That will raise the jack lifthead a little. Hub Caps and Wheel Nut Caps You will have to take off hub caps or wheel nut caps to reach your wheel nuts. If you have individual wheel nut caps that cover each nut, they must be removedin order to get the wheel nuts. Use the socket end of the wheel wrench to remove the wheel nutcaps.
Your wheel nut caps may attach your hubcap to the wheel. Remove rhese wheel nut caps before you takeoff the hub cap. Some jack storage covers are equipped with a hubcap removal tool. Position the hub cap removal tool in the notch and pull straight away from the wheel to avoid potential damage to the hubcap and wheel painuwheel surface. If you have an aluminumor plastic molded hub cap, pryit off with the chisel end of your wheel wrench.
Using the wheel wrench, loosenall the wheel nuts. Don’t remove them yet. Do not jack up the vehicle with peoplein or near the vehicle. Position thejack under the vehicle. A. Front Frame Hole B . Rear Frame Hole each front wheel, as well as a hole Your vehicle has a hole in the frame near in the spring hanger (for4-door) and a hole in theframe (for 24oor) near each rear wheelfor the jack. Fit thejack into the hole nearest the flat tire.
NOTICE: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle tooff fall the jack. Be sure tofit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising your vehicle. Raise the vehicleby turning the wheel A Mwench clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit.
Take off the flat tire. f, : i I Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfacesand spare wheel. Place the spareon the wheel mounting surface. Put on the spare tire.
Put the nuts on by hand. Make sure the cone-shaped end is toward the wheel. Tighten eachnut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. If a nut can’t be turnedby hand, use the wheel wrench and see your dealer as soo as possible. Lower the vehicleby turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. Lower thejack completely.
Tightening Sequence Tightening Wheel Nut Use the wrench to tightenthe wheel nuts firmly ina criss-cross sequence as shown. Remove the wheel blocks. Storing theJack and Spare Tire Return the jack, wheel wrench and wheel blocks to the proper location in your vehicle’s reararea. Secure the items and replace the jack cover. Put the flat tire where the spare tire was stored. If you have the underbody carrier: 1.
Reinstall the locking wheelnut using the wheelwrench. Then push the lock case onto the lug nutuntil it stops. The key does not haveto be inserted into the lock. Push the lock case to be sureisitsecured. The special lug nut and lock case is not intended to be used on any road wheel, only on the spare wheel carrier. If you have an rear-mounted spare tire carrier, tighten the nuts to22 - 32 lb. ft. (30 - 40 N-m) torque.
NOTICE: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. Ifyou spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth, you can destroy your transmission. For information about using tire chains on your vehicle, see “Tire Chains” 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.
I NOTICE: Never use the recovery hooks to tow the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty.
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Service & Appearance Care Section Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service andfuel infomation, and then itshows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about yourvehicle, and a part devoted toits appearance care. Service Your GM dealerknows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy withit. We hope you’llgo to your dealerfor all your service needs.
Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to get the proper GM Service Manual. Ittells you much more about howto service your vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see “Service Publications” in the Index. You should keepa record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service workyou perform. See “Maintenance Record”in the Index.
The gasoline you useshould meet specifications ASTMD4814 in the United States and CGSB 3.5-92 in Canada. These fuels should have the proper additives, so you should not have to add anythingto the fuel. In theUnited States and Canada, it’s easy to be sure you get the right kind of gasoline (unleaded).You’ll see UNLEADED right on the pump. And only unleaded nozzles willfit into your vehicle’sfiller neck. Be sure the postedoctane is at least 91 for premium, 89 for middle grade and 87-forregular.
Gasolines for Cleaner Air Your use of gasoline with deposit control additives will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system. That helps keep your engine in tune and your emission control system working properly. It’s good for your vehicle, and you’ll be doing your for partcleaner air. Many gasolines are now blended with oxygenates. General Motors recommends thatyou use gasolines with these blending materials, such as MTBE and ethanol.
Filling Your Tank I 1 The fuel cap is behind a hingeddoor on the driver’s side of your vehicle. While refueling, hang the cap inside the fuel door. I To take off the cap, turn it slowly to theleft (counterclockwise).
Be careful notto spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from painted surfacesas soon as possible. See “Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle”in theIndex. . NOTICE: If you need a new cap, be sure to get the right type. Your dealer can get one for you. If you get the wrong type, it may notfit or have proper venting, and your fuel tank and emissions system might be damaged. Checking Things Under the Hood the To open hood, first pull the handle inside the vehicle on the lower driver’s sideof the instrument panel. . .
Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release. Lift thehood, release the hood propfrom its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood. You may have a light that comes on when you lift the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood Prop.
1 Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer. I It will latch when dropped Then just pull the hood down firmly to close. from 10 - 12 inches (25.5- 30.48 cm) without pressing on the hood. Engine Oil It’s a good ideato check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle be must on level ground. Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan.
To Check Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel orcloth, then push it back in all the way.Remove it again, keeping the tip down. When to Add Oil If the oil is ator below the ADD line, then you’ll needto add some oil. But you must usethe right kind.This part explains what kindof oil touse. For crankcase capacity, see “Capacities and Specifications” in the Index. NOTICE: Don’t add too muchoil.
What Kind of Oil fo Use Oils of the proper qualityfor your vehicle can be identified by looking for the “Starburst” symbol.The “Starburst” symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute(API), and is preferred for use inyour gasoline engine. If you change your ownoil, be sure you use oil that has the “Starburst” symbol on the frontof the oil container.
You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle, as shown in the following chart: RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMV AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE. LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL HOT WEATHER F C t 100 + 38 + 80 + 27 + 60 + 16 + 40 +4 + 20 -7 0 - 18 .
I NOTICE: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol. Failure to use the proper oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty. GM Goodwrench@oil (in Canada, GM Engine Oil) meets all the requirements for your vehicle. Engine Oil Additives Don’t add anything to your oil. Your GM dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added.
Four-wheel Drive Remote Oil Filter If your vehicle has four-wheeldrive, you will have a remote oil filter. There is a special access door in the steering linkage shield assembly located und the radiator support. Twist the screw to lock or unlock the door. Engine Coolant Heater An engine coolant heater canbe a big helpif you have to park outsidein very cold weather, 0°F (-18 “C) or colder. If your vehicle has thisoption, see “Engine Coolant Heater” in the Index.
While reassembling the air cleaner assembly, ensure that theair cleaner cover tabs are fully inserted into the slots in the air cleaner housing.On the 4.3L (VIN W) engine, also make certain thatthe PCV air tube is properly seated in the left hand valve cover. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to redace the air filter. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services”in the Index. NOTICE: If the air cleaner is off, a backfire can causea damaging engine fire.
NOTICE: Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission. Too much can mean thatsome of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transmission fluid. Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you have been driving: When outside temperatures are above 90°F (32°C). At high speed for quite a while. In heavy traffic - especially in hot weather.
Then, without shuttingoff the engine, follow these steps: 1. Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipeit with a clean ragor paper towel. 2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and thenit pull back out again. 3. Check both sidesof the dipstick, and read the lowerlevel. The fluid level must be in theCOLD area for a cold checkor in theHOT area or cross-hatched area for a hotcheck. 4.
How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use.See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid HOT. (A COLD check is used only as a reference.) If the fluid level is low, add only enoughof 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 a int. Don ’t overfill.
Then, follow these steps: 1. Remove the filler Plug2. Check that the lubricant level is up to the bottom of the filler plug hole. 3. If the fluid level isgood, install the plug and be sure isit fully seated. If the fluid level is low, add more fluid as described inthe next steps. How to Add Fluid Here’s how to addfluid. Refer to the MaintenanceSchedule to determine what kindof fluid to use.See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants’’ the in Index. 1. Remove the filler plug. 2.
When to Checkand What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should check the fluid level in your clutchmaster cylinder reservoir and for the properfluid. P See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. How to Check The proper fluid should be added if the leveldoes not reach the bottomof the diaphragm when it’s in place in the reservoir. See the instructions on the reservoir cap.
What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Four- Wheel and All- Wheel Drive Most lubricant checksin this section also apply to four-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive vehicles. However, they have two additional systems that need lubrication. Transfer Case When io Check Lubricani Refer to the MaintenanceSchedule to determinehow often to check the lubricant. See “Periodic Maintenance Inspections”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. If the differential is cold, add enough lubricant to raise the level to 1/2 inch (12 mm) below the filler plug hole. What toUse Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use.
NOTICE: If you use an improper coolantmix, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn’t be coveredby your warranty.Too much waterin the mix can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Some conditions, such as air trapped in the cooling system, can affect the coolant level in the radiator. Check the coolant level when engine the is cold and follow the steps under“Adding Coolant” for the properway to add coolant.
3dding Coolant k To Check Coolant When your engine is cold, the coolant level shouldbe at ADD, or a little higher. When yourengine is warm, the level should beUP to FULL HOT, Or a little higher. To Add Coolant If you need morecoolant, add theproper mix ut the coolant recoverytank. Add coolant mix at the recovery tank, but be careful not to spill it.
Radiator Pressure Cap NOTICE: Your radiator capis a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck. When you replace your radiator pressure cap, a GM cap is recommended. See “Service Replacement Part and Filter Recommendations” in the Index.
Power Steering Fluid How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool, unscrew thecap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick. The level should be at the FULL COLD mark. Add enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired.
Windshield Washer Fluid What To Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use.If you will be operating your vehicle inan area where the temperaturemay fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing. To Add Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID OmY. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. ~ ~ ’ NOTICE: 0 When using concentrated washerfluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water.
Brakes Brake Master Cylinder Your brake master cylinderis here. It isfilled with DOT-3 brake fluid. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in your master cylind 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 levelgoes back up. The other reason is that fluid is leaking of outthe brake system.
To Check Brake Fluid .. . You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap. Just look at the windows on the brake fluid reservoir. The fluid levels shouldbe above MIN. If they aren’t, have your brake system checked to ifsee there is a leak. After work isdone on the brake hydraulic system, make sure the levels are above MIN and below the top of each window. What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid- such as Delco Supreme 11 (GM Part No. 1052535).
Brake Wear Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drumbrakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that makea high-pitched warning sound whenthe brake pads are worn and new padsare needed. The sound maycome and go or beheard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when youare pushing on the brake pedalfirmly). NOTICE: Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result in costly brake repair.
Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system ona modern vehicleis complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Vehicles we design and test have top-quality GM brake parts in them, as your vehicle does whenisitnew. When you replace partsof your braking system -for example, when your brake linings wear down and you have to havenew ones put in-be sure you get new genuine GM replacement parts.
Bulb Replacement Before you replace any bulbs, be sure that all thelamps are off and the engine isn’t running. 2 . Pull the headlamp out and remove the retainer. 3 . Unplug and remove the headlamp.
Halogen Bulbs Composite Headlamps I . Open the hood. 2. Remove the black protective caps from the removal pins at the topofthe radiator support. Use a hex socket to unscrew pins. 3. Pull the headlamp lens assembly out. (Some vehicles may have side by side bulbs.) 4. Unplugthe electrical connector.
3. Pull the headlamp lens assembly out. (Some vehicles may have side by side bulbs .) . . 4. Unplugthe electrical connector. I _I , 5. Turn thebulb counterclockwise to remove it. . I 6. Put the new bulb into the headlamp lens assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight. 7. Plug in the electrical connector. L 8. Put the headlamp lens assembly backinto the vehicle. Install and tighten the screws.
1. Reach under the bumper and behind the parkinghrn signal lamp assembly. 2. Push the tab on the socket, turn the socket counterclockwise and pullit out. 3. Holding the base of the bulb, pull the bulb straight out of the socket. 4. Push the new bulb into the socket untilit clicks. 5. Put the socket backinto the parking/turn signallamp assembly and turn it clockwise untilit locks in place.
Rear Lamps r 1. Open the endgate. 2. Remove the two screws from the lamp assembly. 3. Pull the assembly away from the fender. 4. Turn the socket counterclockwise to removeit. Push the tabin while you turn the socket counterclockwise. 5. Holding the base of the bulb, pull the bulb straight outof the socket. 6 . Push the new bulb straight into the socket untilit clicks. 7. Put the socket into thelamp assembly and turn the socketclockwise until it locks in place. 8. Install the lamp assembly and screws.
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) If you have a two-door model, your CHMSL will be located on theroof. If you have a four-door model, your CHMSL will be located on the endgate glass. A P There are no replaceable bulbsin your CHMSL.You must replace theentire unit. See your GM dealer for a replacement CHMSL assembly. Other Maintenance Items Whdshield Wiper Blade Replacement NOTICE: Use care when removing or installing a blade assembly.
To Remove the Old Wiper Blade: Lift the wiperarm until it locks into a vertical position. 1. Blade Assembly 2. Arm Assembly 3. Locking Tab 4. Blade Pivot 5 . Hook Slot 6. Arm Hook Press down on the blade assembly pivot lockingtab. Pull down on the blade assembly to releaseit from the wiper arm hook. Remove the insert from the blade assembly.The insert has two notches at one end that are locked by bottomclaws of the blade assembly. At the notched end, pull the insertfrom the blade assembly.
To Install the NewWiper Blade: Slide the insert (notched end last) into the blade claws‘at end “A”. Plastic caps will be forced off as the insertis fully inserted. 1 4 05 I 4 1 . End “A” 2 . End “B” 3. Retaining Caps 4.
0 Be sure that the notches are locked by the bottom claws. Make sure that all otherclaws are properly locked on both sides of the insert slots. 3 1. Claw in Notch 2. Correct Installation 3. Incorrect Installation 0 Put the blade assembly pivotin the wiper arm hook. Pull up until the pivot locking tab locks in the hook slot. Carefully lower the wiper arm and blade assembly onto the windshield.
Air Conditioning Every now and then have your dealership check your air conditioning system to be sure it has not lost any cooling ability. If you thinksystem the is not working properly, have your dealership check it out as soon as possible. The air conditioning willnot work when the temperature is below 40°F (4°C). Lock Cylinders To be sure your locks operate properly, they must be lubricated. Refer to the MaintenanceSchedule to determine how often to lubricate them and what type of lubricant to use.
Ma/function Indicator Lamp (SERVICE ENGINE SOON) This light onyour instrument panel lets you know whenyour emission system needs service. See “Malfunction Indicator Lamp” in the Index. Tires We don’t maketires. Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. These tires are warranted by the tire manufacturers and their warrantiesare delivered withevery new vehicle.
NOTICE: Don’t let anyone tellyou that underinflation or overinflation is all right.It’s not. If your tiresdon’t have enoughair (underinflation) you can get: 0 Too much flexing 0 Too much heat 0 Tire overloading 0 Bad wear 0 Bad handling Bad fuel economy. If your tires havetoo much air(overinflation), you can get: Unusual wear Bad handling Rough ride 0 Needless damage from road hazards. When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Also, check the tire pressureof the spare tire.
lire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be inspected every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km) for any signs of unusual wear. If unusual wear is present, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See “When It’s Timefor New Tires” and “Wheel Replacement” later in this sectionfor more information. The purpose of regular rotationis to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle.The first rotation is the most important.
When It’s Time for New Tires Tkead Wear Indicators One way to tell when it’s timefor 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 0 You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire. 0 You can see cordor fabric showing through the tire’s rubber. 0 The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric. The tire has a bump, bulge or split.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to thesystem developed by the United States National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration which grades tires by treadwear, traction andtemperature performance. (This appliesonly to vehicles sold in the United States.) Treadwear The treadwear grade is acomparative rating based onthe wear rateof the tire when testedunder controlled conditions on a specified government test course.
Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is establishedfor a tire that is properly inflatedand not overloaded.Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tirefailure. These grades are molded on the sidewallsof passenger car tires.
I NOTICE: The wrong wheel canalso cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, tire andor tire chain clearanceto the body and chassis.
Tire Chains NOTICE: If your vehicle has P235/75R15 or P235/70R15 size tires, don’t use tire chains;they can damage yourvehicle. If you have othersize tires, use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains that are the propersize for yourtires. Install them on the drive axle tires (four-wheeldrive vehicles can use chains on both axles) and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened.
Never use these to clean your vehicle: Gasoline Benzene Naphtha 0 Carbon Tetrachloride Acetone Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous- some more than others- and they can all damage your vehicle, too. Don’t use anyof these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach 0 Reducing Agents Cleaning the Insideof Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner oftento get rid of dust and loose dirt.
Using Foam-Type Cleaneron Fabric 0 Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt. 0 Always cleana whole trim panelor section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch or weltlines. 0 Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directionson the container label. 0 Use suds only and apply witha clean sponge. 0 Don’t saturate the material. Don’t rub it roughly. 0 As soon as you’ve cleaned thesection, use a sponge toremove the suds. Rinse the section witha clean, wet sponge.
Fabric Protection Your vehicle has upholstery and carpet that has been treated with Scotchgard" Fabric Protector, a 3M product. Scotchgard protects fabrics by repelling oil and water, which are thecarriers of most stains. Even with this protection, you still need to clean your upholstery andcarpet often to keep it looking new. R'( Further information on cleaning is available by calling 1-800-433-3286 (in Minnesota, 1-800-642-6 167).
Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water anda clean cloth. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to removedirt.You may have to doit more than once. Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth anda solvent-type vinyl cleaner. C/eaningLeather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap. For stubborn stains, use a mild solution of 10%isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol) and90% water.
Glass 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. Don’t use abrasive cleanerson 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. Any temporary license should not be attached across the defogger grid.
Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Don’t use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Use liquid hand, dish or car washing (mild detergent) soaps. Don’t use cleaning agents thatare petroleum based, or that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface, or they couldstain.
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal partsshould be cleaned regularly tokeep their luster. Washing with water is all that is usually needed. However, you may use GM Chrome Polish on chrome or stainless steeltrim, if necessary. Use specialcare with aluminum trim. To avoid damaging protective trim, never use auto or chrome polish, steam or caustic soap to clean aluminum. A coating of wax, rubbed to highpolish, is recommendedfor all bright metal parts.
Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away.Bare metal will corrode quickly andmay develop into a major repair expense. Minor chipsand scratches can be repaired with touch-up materials available from your dealer or other service outlets. Larger areasof finish damagecan be corrected inyour dealer’s body and paint shop. Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody.
Appearance Care Materials Chart SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE 1050172 16 oz. (0.473L) Tar andRoad Oil waxes, Remover Removesold polishes, tar and roadoil 1050173 16 oz. (0.473L) PART NUMBER 1050174 1050214 Chrome CleanerRemovesrust corrosion Polish and and on chrome and stainless steel 16 oz. (0.473L) WhiteSidewallCleanswhite Tire Cleaner and black tires 32 oz. (0.946L) VinylLeather Spot and stain removal on Cleaner leather or vinyl 1050244 16 oz. (0.
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) L ~0 TESTVNXX3XXQ09696 0 . 1 This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears ona plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see itif you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle.VIN Thealso appears on the vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration. Engine Identification The eighth character in yourVIN is the enginecode.
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Service Parts Identification Label You’ll find this label on the inside of the glove box. It’s very helpfulif you ever need to order parts.On this label is: your VIN, the model designation, 0 paint information, and a list of all production options and specialequipment. Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle. Add-on Electrical Equipment I NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first.
Headlamps The headlamp wiring is protected bya circuit breaker in the lightswitch. An electrical overload will cause the lights togo on and off, or in somecases to remain off. If this happens, have your headlamp wiring checked right away. Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motoris protected by a 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 and not snow, etc.
Be sure to use the correct fuse. Spare fusesare provided, however if you ever havea problem on the road and don’t havea spare fuse, you can “borrow” oneof the correct value.Just pick some feature of your vehicle thatyou can get along without-like the radio or cigarette lighter-and use its fuse, if it is of the valueyou need. Replace it as soonas you can. See “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in this section. To reinstall the fuse panel cover, pushin and turn the fastener clockwise.
Wheel Nut Torque DESCRIPTION Base or Optional Wheel TORQUE 95 ft. lbs. ( 130 Nom) Cooling System Capacity ENGINE 4.3L VIN CODE W QUANTITY* 12.1 Quarts (11.5 Liters) *All quantities are approximate. After refill, the level MUSTbe checked. Crankcase Capacity ENGINE VIN CODE 4.3L W QUANTITY WITH FILTER* 4.5 Quarts (4.3 Liters) *All quantities areapproximate. After refill, the level MUSTbe checked. Do not overfill.
Lamp and Bulb Dafa EXTERIOR LAMPS Halogen HeadlampsSealed Beam Halogen HeadlampsComposite Halogen Headlamps Composite Backup Lamp License Lamp Tail and Stop Lamps Marker Lamp (Front) Parking and Signal Lamp CHMSL Assembly Fog Lamp Underhood Lamp INTERIOR LAMPS Ash Tray Lamp Courtesy Lamp Dome Lamp (Front) Dome Lamp (Rear) Four-wheel Drive Indicator Heater & AC Control Glovebox Compartment Lamp Overhead Console Reading Lamps Rearview Mirror Lamps Sunshade Vanity Mirror Lamps QUANTITY 2 TRADE NO.
Instrument Cluster Lamps NOTE: A PC part number indicates that the bulb and base are one assembly and must be replaced as such.
Fuses and Circuit Breakers Fuse Legend 0 10 Amp - Red 0 15 Amp - Blue 0 20 Amp - Yellow 0 25 Amp - Clear 0 30 Amp - Green 6-66
NAME PWR ACCY PWR WDO STOP HAZ HORN DM TIL CTSY CIRCUITS PROTECTED Power Door Locks, Power Seat, Power Seat Lumbar, RKE Power Windows Stop Lamps, Hazard Lamps, Chime, CHMSL Relay, CHMSL Lamp Dome Lamps, Cargo Lamps, VisorVanity Mirror, Cigarette Lighter, Inside Rearview Mirror Lamp, Overhead Console Lamps, Glove Box Lamp, Horns, Horn Relay, IP Courtesy Lamps, PowerOutside Rearview Mirror, LiftglassRelease Motor, Illuminated Entry Module Park Lamps, License Plate Lamps, Electric Shift Transfer Case Module
NAME GAUGES ENG I HTR N C PWR AUX RR DEFOG ECM BATT ECM IGN CIRCUITS PROTECTED Alternator Field, VTC, A/C Compressor Relay, Cluster Chime Module, DRL Relay Coil, Four-wheel Drive Indictor Lamp, DRL Module, Rear Defog Timer, TCCM Ignition, SIR Redundant Ignition,RKE Ignition 0 2 Sensor Heat Dr, EGR, Cam Sensor, CANN, Purge Heater-A/C Blower Motor, Temperature Door Motor, A/C Compressor Clutch, HI Blower Relay Coil, Timer Relay Coil Power Auxiliary Outlets, ALDL Rear Window Defogger PCMNCM Battery, ABS Bat
NAME RADIO RDO BATT ILLUM DRL TURN-B/U CIRCUITS PROTECTED Radio, Inside Rearview Mirror Map Lamp, Overhead Console Reading Lamps, Rear Wiper, Rear Washer Overhead Console Display Clock, Radio Battery,CD Player Cluster Illumination, Ash Tray Lamp, Radio Illumination, Heater Lamp, Four-wheel Drive Illumination, Chime Module, Fog Lamp Illumination Rear Wiper Switch, Rear Defog Switch Illumination Lift Glass Release Switch Illumination, Overhead Console Illumination Daytime Running Lamps Turn Signal and Back
NAME WIPER BRAKE 4WD CRANK FOG AIR BAG TRANS PRNDL CIRCUITS PROTECTED Windshield Washer, Windshield Wiper Motor DRAC, Anti-Lock Braking System, Cruise Control Electric Shift TransferCase Crank Signal Fog Lamp Relay, Fog Lamps Air Bag Module 4L60E Automatic Transmission PRNDL Power Service Replacement Part and Filter Recommendations Engine (VIN) 4.3L(W) Oil Filter PF52 Air Cleaner Filter PCV Valve A1163C cv774c Spark Plugs .
Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity TYPE QUANTITY* 30 oz. (.85 kg) R134a *All Quantities Are Approximate NOTICE: R134a refrigerantis not compatible with R-12 refrigerantin an air conditioning system.R-12 in an R134a system will cause compressor failure, refrigerant oil sludge, or poor air conditioning system performance. Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioning refrigerantsare the same.
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Scheduled Maintenance Services Section IMPORTANT: KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVELAND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED This sectioncovers the maintenance requiredfor your vehicle.Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance. Protection Plan Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan?The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your GM dealer for details.
How This Section is Organized The remainder of this section is divided intofive 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 departmentor another qualified service center do these jobs. If you are skilled enough todo some work on your vehicle, you will probably want to get the service information GM publishes.
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 times a 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.
I Schedule I Follow Maintenance Schedule I if any one of these is truefor your vehicle: Most trips are less than5 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 drivingstop in and go traffic). 0 You operate your vehicle in dusty areas or off-road frequently. 0 You frequently two a traileror use a carrier on topof your vehicle.
Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Spark Plug Wire Inspection Engine Timing Check Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection Follow Schedule I1 only if none of the conditionsfrom Schedule I is true.
I Maintenance Schedule I The services shown in thisschedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after100,000 miles (166000 km) at the same intervals. Footnotes ? The California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenanceitem will not nullify theemission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle useful life.
I Maintenance Schedule I 6,000 Miles (70 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate the front suspension, ball joints (ball joints should not be lubricated unless theirtemperature is 10°F (-12°C) or higher. When the weather iscold, let them warmup before lubricating themor they could be damaged.
Maintenance ScheduleI 12,000 Miles (20 000km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission ControlService. 0 Lubricate the frontsuspension, ball joints (ball joints should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10°F (-12°C) or higher. When the weather iscold, let them warmup before lubricating themor they could be damaged.
I Maintenance Schedule I ~ ~~~ ~~~~~ 0 Check readfront axle fluid level andadd fluid as needed. Check constant velocityjoints and axle seals for leaking.** 0 For 2-Wheel Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack thefront wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occursfirst). DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
1 Maintenance Schedule I 21,000 Miles (35 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the front suspension, ball joints (ball joints should notbe lubricated unless their temperature 10 is "F (-12" C) or higher. When the weather iscold, let them warm up before lubricating them or they could be damaged.
I Maintenance Schedule I 27,000 Miles (45 000) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate thefront suspension, ball joints (ball joints should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10°F (-12°C) or higher. When the weather iscold, let them warm up before lubricatingthem or they could be damaged.
I Schedule Maintenance I I (Continued) 0 For 2-Wheel Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first). 0 Replace spark plugs.An Emission Control Service. 0 Replace air cleaner filter.Replace filter more often under dusty conditions. An Emission Control Service. 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection andRotation” in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Maintenance ScheduleI 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate the frontsuspension, ball joints (ball joints should not be lubricated unless theirtemperature is 10O F (- 12O C) or higher. When the weather iscold, let them warm up before lubricating them or they could be damaged.
Maintenance ScheduleI 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission ControlService. 0 Lubricate the front suspension, balljoints (ball joints should notbe lubricated unless their temperature is 10°F (-12°C) or higher. When the weather iscold, let them warm up before lubricating them or they could be damaged.
I Schedule Maintenance I I 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate the front suspension, ball joints (ball joints should not be lubricated unless theirtemperature is 10°F (-1 2°C) or higher. When the weather is cold, let them warmup before lubricating themor they could be damaged.
I Maintenance Schedule I I ~~ 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate thefront suspension, balljoints (ball joints should notbe lubricated unless their temperature is10°F (-12°C) or higher. When the weather iscold, let them warmup before lubricating them or they could be damaged.
I Schedule Maintenance I I 57,000 Miles (95000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate the front suspension, ball joints (ball joints should not be lubricated unless theirtemperature is 10°F (-12°C) or higher. When the weather is cold, let them warmup before lubricating them or they could be damaged.
I Maintenance Schedule I I (Continued) 0 Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. 0 Inspect spark plug wires.An Emission Control Service. ? 0 Replace air cleaner filter. Replace filter more often under dlust: conditions. An Emission ControlSewice. 0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and linesfor damage or leaks .Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service.
Maintenance ScheduleI ~~ 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate thefront suspension, ball joints (ball joints should not be lubricated unless their temperatureis 10°F (-12°C) or higher. When the weatheris cold, let them warm up before lubricating them or they could be damaged.
I Schedule Maintenance I I 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. CI Lubricate the front suspension, ball joints (ball joints should not be lubricated unless theirtemperature is 10O F (-1 2 O C) or higher. When the weather iscold, let them warm up before lubricating them or they could be damaged.
I Schedule Maintenance I I 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate thefront suspension, ball joints (ball joints should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10°F (-12” C) or higher. When the weatheris cold,let them warm up before lubricating them or they could be damaged.
I Maintenance Schedule I 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission ControlService. 0 Lubricate the frollt suspension, ball joints (ball joints should not be , lubricated unless theirtemperature is 10°F (-12" C) or higher. When the weather iscold, let them warm up before lubricating them or they could be damaged.
I Maintenance Schedule I 90,000 Miles (150000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate thefront suspension, ball joints (ball joints should not be lubricated unless theirtemperature is 10O F (- 12O C) or higher. When the weather is cold, let them warm up before lubricating them or they could be damaged.
I I Maintenance Schedule I 93,000 Mles (155 000 km) a Change engine oil and filter (or every3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission ControGService. 0 Lubricate thefront suspension, balljoints (ball joints should not be lubricated unless their temperature isOF10(-1 2 "C) or higher. When the weather iscold, let themwarm up before lubricating them or they could be damaged.
Maintenance Schedule I 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate the front suspension, ball joints (ball joints should not be lubricated unless theirtemperature is 10"F (-1 2°C) or higher. When the weather iscold, let them warm up before lubricating themor they could bedamaged.
The services shown in thisschedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals. Footnotes t The California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of vehicle usefullife.
I Maintenance Schedule I I 15,000 Miles (25000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs f i t ) . An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate the front suspension, ball joints (ball joints should not be lubricated unless their temperatureis 10°F (-12°C) or higher. When the weather iscold, let them warm up before lubricatingthem or they could be damaged.
Maintenance Schedule II 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12months, whichever occurs first). An Emission ControlService. 0 Lubricate thefront suspension, balljoints (ball joints should not be lubricated unless theirtemperature is 10°F (-12°C) or higher. When the weather iscold, let them warmup before lubricating themor they could be damaged.
37,500 Miles (62 500) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate the front suspension, ball joints (ball joints should not be lubricated unless their temperature is10°F (-1 2°C) or higher. When the weather iscold, let them warm up before lubricating them or they could be damaged.
50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven underone 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, policecar or delivery service. I f you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, the fluid and filter do not require changing.
Maintenance Schedule II 60.000 Miles (100 000 km) U Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission ControlService. 0 Lubricate the front suspension, ball joints (ball joints should not be lubricated unless theirtemperature is 10"F (-1 2" C) or higher. When the weather iscold, let them warrn up before lubricating themor they could bedamaged.
67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate the front suspension, balljoints (ball joints should notbe lubricated unless their temperature 10°F is (-1 2”C) or higher. When the weather iscold, let themwarrn up before lubricating themor they could be damaged.
Schedule Maintenance II ~ 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate the frontsuspension, ball joints (ball joints should not be lubricated unless theirtemperature is 10°F (-1 2°C) or higher. When the weather iscold, let them warmup before lubricating them or they could be damaged.
I Schedule Maintenance I II (Continued) 0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system(or every 24 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. 0 Replace sparkplugs. An Emission Control Service. 0 Inspect spark plug wires.An Emission Control Service. ? 0 Replace air cleaner filter.An Emission Control Service. 0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines.
I Maintenance Schedule II 700,000 Miles (766 000 km) 0 Change automatic transmission fluid andfilter if the vehicle is mainly driven underone or moreof these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 O F (32 C) or higher. O - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found intaxi, police car or delivery service. you do not useyour vehicle underany of these conditions, the fluid and filter do not requirechanging.
€ngine Coolant Level Check the engine coolant level and add the proper coolant mix if necessary. See “Coolant” in the Indexfor further details. Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washerand tank add theproper fluid if necessary. See “Windshield WasherFluid” in the Index for further details. At Least Oncea Month Tire Inflation Check tireinflation.
Starter Switch 1. Before you start, be sure youhave 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 immediately if it starts. 3. On automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear. The starter should work onlyin PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter worksin any other position, your vehicle needs service.
Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission PARK (P) Mechanism Check Park on a fairfy steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. To check the parking brake:With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability: Shift to PARK (P). Then release all brakes.
Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near theexhaust system. Lookfor broken, damaged, missing or out-of-position parts as we1 as open seams, holes, loose connections, or other conditions which could cause a heat build-up in the floor pan or could letexhaust fumes into the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index. Accelerator Control System Lubricate all pivot points with engine oil, except the TBI throttle shaft.Do not lubricate the cam pulley.
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from yourGM dealer. USAGE Engine Oil FLUIDILUBRICANT Engine Coolant Mixture of water and a good quality ethylene glycol base antifreeze or an approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Specification 6038-M (GM Part No. 1052103). GM Part No. 3634621 or equivalent. Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 1052535 or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid).
USAGE Chassis Lubrication Front Wheel Bearings Differential, Standard, Front and Rear Axle FLUID/LUBRICANT Chassis lubricant (GM Part No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirementsof NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB . Wheel bearing lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category GC or GC-LB (GM Part No. 105 1344or equivalent). Axle Lubricant (GM PartNo. 1052271) orSAE 8OW-90 GL-5 Gear Lubricant. Differential, Locking Axle Lubricant (GMPart No.
USAGE Hood Latch Assembly a. Pivots and Spring Anchor b. Release Pawl FLUIDILUBRICANT Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No.12345579 or equivalent). Gas Line De-Icer (GM Part No. 1051516). a. Engine oil. b. Chassis lubricant (GM Part No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirementsof NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB . Endgate Mounted Spare Tire Carri- Multi-purpose lubricant meeting er (If Equipped), Outer Endgate requirements of GM PartNo. 12345120.
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Customer Assistance Information Section Here you will find out how to contact Chevrolet if you need assistance.This section also tellsyou how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. This section includes informationon: The Customer Satisfaction Procedure, Customer Assistance for Hearing orSpeech Impaired, BBB Auto LineAlternative Dispute Resolution Program, Reporting Safety Defects, Roadside Assistance, and Service Publications.
STEP W O - If after contactinga member of dealership management, it appears your concerncannot 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 Assistance Center in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). In Mexico, call (525) 254-3777. In Puerto Rico, call 1-800496-9992 (English) or 1-800496-9993 (Spanish). In the U.S. Virgin Islands, call 1-800-496-9994.
Customer Assistancefor the Hearingor Speech Impaired (TDD) To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, Chevrolet has installed special TDD (Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its Customer Assistance Center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a TDD ora conventional teletypewriter (TTY) can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing: 1-800-TDD-CHEV (1-800-833-2438). (TDD users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.
To file a claim, you will be asked to provide your name and address, your Vehicle Identification Number(VIN), and a statement of the natureof your complaint. Eligibility is limitedby vehicle age and mileage, and other factors. We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction Procedure before you resort to AUTO LINE, but youmay contact the BBB at any time. The BBB will attempt to resolve thecomplaint serving asan intermediary betweenyou and Chevrolet.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle hasa 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, Ontario KlG 352. REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us.
Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program To enhance Chevrolet’s strong commitment to customer satisfaction, Chevrolet is excited to provide the services of the ChevroletlGeo Roadside Assistance Center. 24-Hour Roadside AssistanceNumber Roadside Assistance is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, by calling 1-800-CHEV USA (1-800-243-8872). The call is toll-free and warranty repairs are covered atno cost.
Courtesy Transportation Chevrolet/Geo offers Courtesy Transportation for customers needing warranty service. Courtesy Transportation will be offeredin conjunction with the coverage provided by the BUMPER TO BUMPER New Vehicle Limited Warranty to retailpurchasers of 1995 Chevrolet/Geopassenger car and light duty trucks (please see your selling dealerfor details). COURTESY TRANSPORTATION INCLUDES: 0 One way SHUTTLE RIDE for any warranty repair completedduring the same day.
Service andOwner Publications Service manuals, service bulletins, owner’s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and many past model General Motors vehicles. Toll-free telephone numbers for ordering information: UnitedStates . . . . . . . . . 1-800-5514123 Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-800-668-5539 Service Manuals Service manuals contain diagnosis and repair information for all chassis and body systems.
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Index A Air Bag (See “Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System (SIR)”) Readiness Light (See “Lights”) Accessory Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-54 Aircleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13 Air Conditioning (See “Heater/Air Conditioning Controls”) All-Wheel Drive (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-29.
Bulb Replacement CompositeHeadlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-32 Front Park Turn Signal Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-34 Halogen Bulb ................................................ 6-32 RearLamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-35 Replacementchart ............................................ 6-64 Sealed Beam Headlamps . . . . . . . .
Cruise Control (continued) ToResume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 4 ToSet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-43 Cupholder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-56 Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3 Customer Assistance Information . . . .
Engine (continued) FanNoise ................................................... Identification ....................................... 6-58.6-59. Oil (See “Oil”) Overheating .................................................. RunningWhileParked ......................................... Starting ..................................................... ExhaustSystem .................................................. 5-20 6-62 . l 5-13 2-28 2-16 6-40 F .
Hood Checking Under. Hood Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6 Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-36 HydraulicClutch ................................................ 6-18 Hydroplaning (See “Driving in the Rain”) I If You’re Stuck in Sand. Mud. Ice. or Snow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ignitionswitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LoadingYourVehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37 Add-onEquipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-39 Off-RoadDriving ............................................. 4-13 Payload ..................................................... 4-39 TraileringPackage ............................................ 4-39 Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radiator Pressure Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-24 Radio (See “Audio Systems”) Rear Axle (See “Axle”) Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides (See “Safety Belts”) 3-3 Rear Window Defogger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 740 RecoveryHooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Easy Entry Seat (2-Door Models) ................................. 1-6 Front Seatback Latches (2-Door Models) ........................... 1-5 Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing ATrailer .................................................... 4-40 Driving on Grades .......................................... 4-45 Driving with a Trailer ....................................... 4-44 ParkingonHills ............................................ 4-46 Passing ................................................... 4-45 SafetyChains .............................................. 4-43 Hitches ..................................................... 4-42 Recreational Vehicle .....................
Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance ..................................... Aluminum ................................................... Hub Caps and Wheel Nut Caps .................................. NutTorque .................................................. Replacement ................................................. UsedReplacement ............................................ Winches ....................................................... Windows ......................................................
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