Owner’s Manual
Table Of Contents
- 2002 GMC Envoy Owner's Manual
- Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems
- Seats and Seat Controls
- Safety Belts: They re for Everyone
- Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers
- How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
- Driver Position
- Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
- Right Front Passenger Position
- Air Bag Systems
- Rear Seat Passengers
- Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults
- Children
- Restraint Systems for Children
- Older Children
- Safety Belt Extender
- Checking Your Restraint Systems
- Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash
- Section 2 Features and Controls
- Windows
- Keys
- Door Locks
- Remote Keyless Entry System
- Liftgate/Liftglass
- Theft
- Content Theft-Deterrent (If Equipped)
- Passlock
- New Vehicle Break-In
- Ignition Positions
- Starting Your Engine
- Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)
- Automatic Transmission Operation
- Four-Wheel Drive (If Equipped)
- Parking Brake
- Shifting Into PARK (P)
- Shifting Out of PARK (P)
- Parking Over Things That Burn
- Engine Exhaust
- Running Your Engine While You re Parked
- Locking Rear Axle
- Horn
- Tilt Wheel
- Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
- Exterior Lamps
- Interior Lamps
- Mirrors
- Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror with Compass and OnStar (If Equipped)
- Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror with Compass, Temperature and OnStar
- Outside Mirrors
- Power Remote Control Mirrors
- Convex Outside Mirror
- Heated Outside Rearview Mirrors
- Electrochromic Rearview Outside Mirror with Curb View Assist (If Equipped)
- Storage Compartments
- Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
- Sun Visors
- Accessory Inflator (If Equipped)
- Accessory Power Outlets
- OnStar System (If Equipped)
- Sunroof (Option)
- HomeLink Transmitter
- The Instrument Panel -- Your Information System
- Instrument Panel Cluster
- Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
- Safety Belt Reminder Light
- Air Bag Readiness Light
- Charging System Indicator Light
- Voltmeter Gage
- Brake System Warning Light
- Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
- Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada)
- Oil Pressure Gage
- Change Engine Oil Light
- Security Light
- Cruise Control Light
- Reduced Engine Power
- Service Four-Wheel-Drive Warning Light (If Equipped)
- Check Gages Light
- Gate Ajar
- Fuel Gage
- Low Fuel Light
- Driver Information Center (DIC) (If Equipped)
- DIC Operation and Displays
- Trip Information Button
- Fuel Information Button
- Personalization Button
- Select Button
- DIC Warnings and Messages
- ENGINE COOLANT HOT/IDLE ENGINE
- ENGINE OVERHEATED/STOP ENGINE (If Equipped)
- OIL PRESSURE LOW/STOP ENGINE
- BATTERY NOT CHARGING
- SERVICE AIR BAG
- SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM
- TURN SIGNAL ON
- REAR ACCESS OPEN
- FUEL LEVEL LOW
- CHANGE TRANS FLUID
- CHECK OIL LEVEL
- CHECK WASHER FLUID
- TRANS HOT IDLE ENGINE
- ICE POSSIBLE
- DRIVER DOOR AJAR
- PASSENGER DOOR AJAR
- LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR
- RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR
- RFA # BATTERY LOW
- Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
- Comfort Controls
- Audio Systems
- Setting the Clock
- AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System (RDS) and Automatic Tone Control
- AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System (RDS) and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)
- AM-FM Stereo with 6-Disc Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System (RDS) (If Equipped)
- Rear Seat Audio (If Equipped)
- Theft-Deterrent Feature RDS Radios
- Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)
- Understanding Radio Reception
- Tips About Your Audio System
- Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
- Care of Your Compact Discs
- Care of Your Compact Disc Player
- Diversity Antenna System
- Chime Level Adjustment
- Section 4 Your Driving and the Road
- Defensive Driving
- Drunken Driving
- Control of a Vehicle
- Braking
- Traction Assist System (TAS) (Two- Wheel Drive Only)
- Steering
- Off-Road Recovery
- Passing
- Loss of Control
- Off-Road Driving with Your Four- Wheel- Drive Vehicle
- Before You Go Off-Roading
- Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving
- Environmental Concerns
- Traveling to Remote Areas
- Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving
- Scanning the Terrain
- Driving on Off-Road Hills
- Approaching a Hill
- Driving Uphill
- Driving Downhill
- Driving Across an Incline
- Stalling on an Incline
- Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice
- Driving in Water
- After Off-Road Driving
- Driving at Night
- Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
- City Driving
- Freeway Driving
- Before Leaving on a Long Trip
- Highway Hypnosis
- Hill and Mountain Roads
- Winter Driving
- Recreational Vehicle Towing
- Loading Your Vehicle
- Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment
- Towing a Trailer
- If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
- Weight of the Trailer
- Weight of the Trailer Tongue
- Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires
- Hitches
- Safety Chains
- Trailer Brakes
- Driving with a Trailer
- Following Distance
- Passing
- Backing Up
- Making Turns
- Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
- Driving On Grades
- Parking on Hills
- When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill
- Maintenance When Trailer Towing
- Trailer Wiring Harness
- Section 5 Problems on the Road
- Section 6 Service and Appearance Care
- Service
- Fuel
- Fuels in Foreign Countries
- Filling Your Tank
- Filling a Portable Fuel Container
- Checking Things Under the Hood
- Engine Oil
- Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
- Automatic Transmission Fluid
- Rear Axle
- Four-Wheel Drive
- Engine Coolant
- Radiator Pressure Cap
- Power Steering Fluid
- Windshield Washer Fluid
- Brakes
- Battery
- Bulb Replacement
- Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
- Tires
- Appearance Care
- Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
- Care of Safety Belts
- Cleaning Glass Surfaces
- Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield, Backglass and Wiper Blades
- Weatherstrips
- Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
- Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
- Cleaning Tires
- Sheet Metal Damage
- Finish Damage
- Underbody Maintenance
- Chemical Paint Spotting
- GM Vehicle Care /Appearance Materials
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
- Service Parts Identification Label
- Electrical System
- Replacement Bulbs
- Capacities and Specifications
- Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
- Section 7 Maintenance Schedule
- Introduction
- Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
- Scheduled Maintenance
- Scheduled Maintenance
- Scheduled Maintenance
- Part B: Owner Checks and Services
- Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
- Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
- Part E: Maintenance Record
- Section 8 Customer Assistance Information
- Customer Satisfaction Procedure
- Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
- Customer Assistance Offices
- GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities
- Roadside Assistance
- Courtesy Transportation
- Warranty Information
- REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
- REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT
- REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS

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The light will be red in the event of an OnStar system
malfunction. If this occurs press the OnStar button to
attempt to contact an advisor. If the connection is made,
the advisor will assist you with steps to take to make
sure that the system is functioning properly. If you
cannot contact the advisor, take your vehicle to your
dealership as soon as possible for assistance.
Safety and Security Services
Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment: If an
air bag deploys, a priority emergency signal is
automatically sent to the center. An advisor will locate
your vehicle’s position, try to contact you and assist you
in the situation. If the center is unable to contact you, an
emergency service provider will be contacted.
Stolen Vehicle Tracking: Call the center at
1
-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) to report your
vehicle stolen. The system can then locate and track
your vehicle and the advisor will be able to notify the
proper authorities.
Roadside Assistance with Location: For vehicle
breakdowns, press the OnStar button. An advisor will
contact the appropriate help.
Remote Diagnostics: If an instrument panel light comes
on, the center can perform a check of the engine
on
-board computer. An advisor can then recommend
what action needs to be taken.
OnStar MED
-NET: Med-Net can store your personal
medical history and provide it to emergency personnel if
necessary. (Requires activation and additional fee.)
Remote Door Unlock: To contact the center, call
1
-888-4-ONSTAR. You will be required to provide your
security information. An advisor will send a command
to your vehicle to unlock itself. The advisor can delay
unlocking your vehicle. Remote Door Unlock is
disabled 48 hours after the vehicle is parked to maintain
the battery charge.
Vehicle Locator Service: To contact the center, call
1
-888-4-ONSTAR. You will be required to provide your
security information. An advisor will send a command
to your vehicle to sound the horn and/or flash the lamps.
In order to provide you with excellent service, calls with
the OnStar Center may be monitored or recorded.