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The 1997 GMC Savana Owner’s Manual 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains the “SIR’ system. 2-1 Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle. 3-1 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system.
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How to Use this Manual Safety Warnings and Symbols Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when theyfirst receive theirnew vehicle. If you do this, it will helpyou learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find to explain that pictures and words work together things quickly. You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you you if you were to ignore about things that could hurt the warning.
You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety symbol means “Don’t,” “Don’t do this,” or “Don’t let this happen.” In the notice area, we tell youabout something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, andit could be costly. But the notice willtell you what to do to help avoid the damage. When you readother manuals, you-mightsee CAUTION and NOTICE warningsin different colors or in different words.
Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. For example, these symbols are used on an original battery: CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY A These symbols are important for you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven: DOOR LOCK UNLOCK PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING These symbols have to do with your lamps: TURN SIGNALS COOLANT TEMP e e3 POWER WINDOW ,111, *o .. DAYTIME RUNNING ' LAMPS .
Model Reference This manual covers these models: Passenger Van Cargo Van vi Cab and Chassis
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts You properly. can also not do with air bags and safety belts.
Seats and Seat Controls This part tells you about the seats -- how to adjust them, take them out and put them back in. It also tells you about reclining front seatbacks. To adjust the seat, pull the lever up to release the seat bottom and slide the seat where you want it. Then release the lever and try to movethe seat with your body, to make sure theseat is locked into place.
I To lower it, move the right leverdown. To raise the rear of the seat, move the leftlever up. To lower it, move the left lever down. I Reclining Power Seat (Option) Seatbacks If your vehicle has a power seat on the driver or passenger’s side, you can adjust it with this switch at the front center cushion of the seat. to move the seat where you want To adjust the seatback, lift the front of this lever which You can use these switches it. To raise the seat, move the center knob up.
~ _ _ _ But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. 1-4 Sitting in a reclined position whenyour vehicle is in motioncan be dangerous. Evenif you buckle up, your safety belts can’t their do job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job because it won’t beagainst your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash you could gointo it, receiving neckor other injuries. The lap belt can’t do its job either. In a crash the belt couldgo up over your abdomen.
Head Restraints Head restraints are fixed on some models and adjustable on others. Slide an adjustable head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. Rear Seats A CAUTION’: If the seatback isn’t locked,it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked.
Removing the Rear Seat 1. Disconnect the quick release latch plates for the lap shoulder belts on the bench seatto be removed. To do this, press the tip of a key into the release hole of the safety belt buckle while pulling up on the safety belt. 1-6 2. Lift the carpedmat flap at the inboard side of the seat base in the rear.
3. Locate the red handle on the inboard side of the seat base, rotate the red handle up. 5. Stow the locking pin on the rear of the seat base in the hole that is provided. 4. Once the red handle is rotated up, pull the handle to remove the locking pin. 6. Repeat this procedure for the pin on the other seat base. 7 . Remove the seat from the vehicle. 8. Install the trim covers to the floor rails.
I 3. Both locking pins that lock the seatinto place must be installed before operating the vehicle. 4. To install the locking pin at therear of the seat base, pull the carpedmat flap back on the inboard side to locate the hole in the railfor the pin. 9. Stow the seat belt latch plateon the clip at the window trim. Replacing the Rear Seat 1. Remove the trim covers from the floor rails. 2. Position the seat into the open slots in both rails.
6. Insert the red handled locking pin into the seat base. 7. Rotate the red handle down until it is in the retaining clip. 8. Replace the carpet/mat flap to its original position. 9. Repeat this procedure for the other seat base. 10. Connect the quick release latch plates for the lap shoulder belts by inserting the latch plates into the buckles attached at the outboard positions of the bench seat. Do not twist the belt.
Safety Belts: They’refor Everyone A CAUTION: This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. (SIR), And it explainsthe Supplemental Inflatable Restraint or air bag system. A CAUTION: Don’t let anyone ride where he or she can’t wear a safety belt properly. If you are in a crash and you’re not wearing a safety belt,your injuries can be much worse.You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it.
Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. (See “Safety Belt Reminder Light” in the Index.) Why Safety BeltsWork When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. ~~ ~ In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why:They work. You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t knowif it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn’tsurvive.
Put someone on it. 1-12 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn't stop.
The person keeps going until stopped by something. or the instrument panel ... In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ...
. . I Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts-- and the Answers Q: Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle afteran accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? A: You could be -- whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down.And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted.
@ If I’m a good driver, andI never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident -- even onethat isn’t your fault -- you and your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as baddrivers. Most accidents occur within 25 miles (40 km) of home. And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph (65 km/h). Safety belts are foreveryone.
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 until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. I 1-16 5.
The lap part of the belt should be wornlow and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. To move it down, push in at the wordPRESS and move the height adjuster to the desired position.You can move the adjuster upjust by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide. After you move the adjuster to where you wantit, try to move it down without pushing into make sure it has locked into position. Adjust the heightso that the shoulder portion of the belt is centeredon your shoulder.
@ What’s wrong with this? You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt shouldfit against your body. A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way.
You can be seriouslyinjured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would goup over your abdomen. The belt forces would bethere, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into thebuckle nearest you. A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.
What’s wrong with this? ,----. 1 A C I TJTION: You can be seriouslyinjured if your belt goes over an armrestlike this.The belt wouldbe much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen, not at the pelvic bones,and thatcould cause serious or fatal injuries. Be sure thebelt goes under the armrests. I A: The belt is over an armrest.
I @ What’s wrong withthis? You can be seriouslyinjured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move toofar forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren’t as strong as shoulder bones. You could also severely injure internalorgans like your liver or spleen. A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm.It should be wornover the shoulder at all times.
&= What's wrong with this? You can be seriously injuredby a twisted belt.In a crash, you wouldn't havethe full width of the If a beltis twisted, belt to spread impact forces. make it straightso it can work properly,or ask your dealer to fix it. I A: The belt is twisted across the body.
To unlatch the belt,just push the buttonon the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door,be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. Safety BeltUse During Pregnancy Safety belts workfor everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, theyare more likely to be seriously injuredif they don’t wear safety belts.
Right Front Passenger Position The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same way as the driver’s safety belt. See “Driver Position” earlier in this section. When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let itgo back all the way and start again, Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System This part explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) system or airbag system.
If it says SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT on the middle part of the steering wheel but there is no right front passenger’s seat, your vehicle has an air bag for the driver only. If it doesn’t say SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT on the middlepart of the steering wheel, your vehicle doesn’thave air bags. Here are the most important things to knowabout the air bag system: You can be severelyinjured or killed in a crash if you aren’t wearing your safety belt even if you have air bags.
If your vehicle has an air bag for the right front passenger, please read this: A CAUTION: AIR BAG There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. An inflating air bag can seriously injure small children, Always secure children properly in your vehicle. To read how, see the partof this manual called “Children” and the caution label on the right front passenger’s safety belt. The system checks theair bag electrical system for malfunctions.
How the Air Bag System Works I The right front passenger's air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger'sside. Where are the air bags? The driver's air bag is in the middleof the steering wheel.
I If something is between an occupant and anair bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or nearany other air bag covering. And don’thang anything from the assist handle on the passenger’s sideof the instrument panel.
How doesan air bag restrain? In moderate to severe frontalor near-frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or theI instrument panel.Air bags supplement the protection provided by safety belts. Air bags distribute the forceof the impact more evenly over the occupant’s upper body, stopping the occupant more gradually.
0 Let only-qualified technicians work on your air bag system. lmproper service can mean that your air bag system won’t work properly. See yourdealer for service. NOTICE: If you damage the covering for thedriver’s or the right frontpassenger’s air bag, the bag may not work properly. You may haveto replace the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger’s air bag. Do not open or break the air bag coverings.
Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle If I add a push bumper or a bicycle rack to the front of my vehicle, will it keep the air bags from working properly? A: As long as the push bumper or bicycle rack is attached to your vehicle so that the vehicle’s basic structure isn’t changed, it’s not likely to keep the air bags from working properly in a crash. Is there anythingI might add to the front of the vehicle that could keep the air bags from working properly? A: Yes.
Lap-Shoulder Belt The positions next to the windows have lap-shoulder belts. Here’s howto wear one properly. When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, letit go backall the way andstart again. If the belt is not long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you.
I likely to slide under thelap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries.The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across thechest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locksif there’s a sudden stop or a crash. A CAUTION: - - --1 You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder isbelt too loose.In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury.
Center Passenge Position ~~~ To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.
Lap Belt If your vehicle hasrear bench seats, someone can sit in the center positions. To make thebelt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. When you sit in a centerseating position, you have a lap safety belt, which hasno retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. 1-36 Buckle, position and releaseit the same wayas the lap part of a lap-shoulderbelt. If the belt isn’tlong enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section.
Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle. Smaller Children and Babies (Except Cargo Vans w*"- --==snger 4ir Sags) A CAUTION: Smaller children and babies shpuld always be restrained in a child or infant restraint.
heavy you can’t hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25mph (40 k d ) , a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 2404b. (110 kg) force on your arms. The baby would be almost impossible to hold. Secure the baby in an infant restraint. Never hold ababy in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much until a crash.
Smaller Children and Babies (Cargo Vans with Passenger AirBags) A CAUTION: A very young child’ship bones are so small that a regular belt might not stay low on the hips, as it should. Instead, the belt will likely beover the child’s abdomen. In a crash, thebelt would apply force right on the child’s abdomen, which could cause serious or fatal injuries. Smaller children and babies should always be restrained in a child restraint.
Where to Put the Restraint (Except Cargo Vans and Cab and Chassis Models). heavy you can't hold it.For example, in a crash at only 25mph (40 km/h), a 12-1b. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-lb. (110 kg)force on your arms. The baby would bealmost impossible to hold. Child Restraints Be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is,it will have a label saying that it meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint.
Wherever you install it, be sure to secure the child restraint properly. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle -- even when no child is in it. Where to Put the Restraint (Cargo Vans and Cab and Chassis Models) The child restraint must be secured properly in the passenger seat.
Top Strap Some child restraints have atop strap. Don’t use a restraint like that in your vehiclebecause the top strap anchor cannot be installed properly.You shouldn’t use thistype of child restraint without anchoring the top strap. Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt.See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restrainthas one. 1. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 2.
4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock.
Securing a Child Restraintin a Center Seat Position 6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. You'll be using the lap belt. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle's safety belt and letit go back all the way.
1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt. 2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 3. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say. 4. Run the vehicle’s safety beltthrough or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 5. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release buttonis positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quicklyif you ever had to. 6.
To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt. It willbe ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. If your vehicle has a front passenger air bag, never put a rear-facing child restraint in this seat. Here’s why: Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position I A child ina rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured if the front passenger’s air bag inflates.
You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 1. If your vehicle has a front passenger air bag, always move the seat as far back as it willgo before securing a forward-facing child restraint. (See “Seats” in the Index.) h 2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 3. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say. 4.
6. Pull the restof the shoulder belt all the way outof the retractor to set the lock. 7. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push downon the child restraint. 8. Push and pull the child restraintin different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint,just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and letit go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger.
Larger Children If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use the safety belts properly. Children who aren’t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash. Children who aren’t buckled up can strike other people who are.
I A CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only oneperson at a time.
Never do this. Here a child issitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt inthis way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snugon the hips, just touching the child’s thighs.
Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t longenough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear,so the extender will be longenough for you. The extender will be just foryou, andjust forthe seat in your vehicle that you choose. Don’t letsomeone else use it, and use it only for the seat itis made to fit.
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Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about themany standard and optional features on your vehicle, andinformation on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warningsystems that tell youif everything is working properly -- and what to doif you have a problem.
1Keys A CAUTION: Leaving youngchildren in a vehicle withthe ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could bebadly injured or even killed. They couldoperate power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. If they turned the ignition to ON and moved the shift lever out of PARK (P), that would releasethe parking brake. Don’t leave the keys ina vehicle with young children.
Your vehicle has one double-sided key for the ignition and all door locks. NOTICE: Your vehicle has a numberof new features that can help prevent theft. But you can have aoflot trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your key inside.You may even have to damage So be sure you have an your vehicle to get in. extra key. If you ever lose your key, your dealer will be able to assist you with obtaining a new one.
To lock the door from the inside, slide the lever on your door down. Door Locks I I Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out. When a door is locked, the inside handle won’t open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow downor stop your vehicle. This may not beso obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle ina crash if the doors aren’t locked.
Power Door Locks (Option) Press the bottom side of the power door lock switch to lock the doors at once. CHILD , LOCK Printed In U S A . With this feature, you can lock these doors so they can’t be openedfrom the inside by passengers. Move the button down to engage the security feature. Move the button up to return the door locks to normal operation. Rear Cargo Door Move the button to the left to engage the security feature. Move the button to the right to return the door locks to normal operation.
Move the buttonup to engage the security feature. Move the button down to return the door locks to normal operation. This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry and Science Canada. Operation is subject tothe following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operationof the device.
Operation Battery Replacement To unlock the driver’s door, press the UNLOCK button. If you press this button again within five seconds, all the doors will unlock. Pressthe REAR button twice to unlock the rear door only. When the UNLOCK or REAR button is pressed, the interior dome lamps are turned on for 40 seconds or until the ignition switch is activated. Press LOCK to lock all the doors. Under normal use, the battery in your key remote keyless entry transmitter should last abouttwo years.
Use one Panasonic@type CR2032 battery: Synchronization 1. Insert a dime in the slot between the covers of the hole. Remove transmitter housing near the key ring the bottom by twisting the dime. Synchronization may be necessarydue to the security method used by this system.The transmitter does not send the same signal twiceto the receiver. The receiver will not respond to a signal it has been sent previously. This prevents anyone from recording and playing back the signal from the transmitter. 2.
Your Doors and How They Work Front Doors To open the door from the outside, pull the handle and pull the door open. To open the door from the inside, pull the lever toward you and push the door open. 60140 Swing-Out Side Door To open the “60” (front) portion of a 60/40 door from the inside, pull the handle towardyou and push open the door. To open the ”60” (front) portion of a 60/40 door from the outside, pull up on the handle and pull the handle toward you.
To close the side doors,close the “40” (rear) door first. Then close the “60” (front) door. Checkto make sure both doors are completely closed. The front side swing-out door hasa check strap assembly the door from opening beyond in the door frame to keep 90 degrees. To open the door beyond90 degrees, close the door partially, pull the checkstrap outward at the spring hole and then open the door. When you close the door, the check strap will automatically re-engage.
Sliding SideDoor (Option) To open the sliding side door fromoutside, pull the handle toward the rear of the vehicle. Then, slide the door toward the rear of the vehicle to open. To close the sliding side door fromoutside, use the outside door handle to slide the door toward the front of the vehicle. When the door slides closed completely, it will be flush with the side of the body.
To open the slidingdoor from inside, rotate the handle upward and toward therear of the vehicle. Then, slide the door toward therear of the vehicle to open. To close the sliding doorfrom inside, grasp the inside handle and slide thedoor toward the frontof the vehicle to a closed position. Make sure the door is completely closed beforedriving your vehicle.
Rear Doors To open the driver side rear door, pull the latchrelease lever at theinside edge of the door. To open the rear doors from the outside, open the passenger side rear door first. Pull the handle toward you to open the door.
Both rear doors can be opened past90 degrees by opening the doors past the first detent (90 degrees open), then opening fully. To close the rear doors, close the driver side reardoor first. Then, close the passenger side rear door. Check to make sure both doors arecompletely closed. It can be dangerous to drive with the rear doors open becausecarbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death.
Theft Parking at Night Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle hasa number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on can it make it you can help. impossible to steal. However, there are ways Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage area, or take them with you.
New Vehicle “Break-In” Your key lets you turn the ignitionswitch to five different positions. NOTICE: Your modern vehicle doesn’t needan elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you followthese guidelines: 0 Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for the first 500 miles (805 km). 0 Don’t drive at any one speed fast or slow for the first 500 miles (805 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts. 0 Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles (322km) or so.
LOCK (B): This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transmission. It’s a theft-deterrentfeature. You will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK. OFF (C): This position lets you turnoff the engine but still turn the steering wheel. It doesn’t lock the steering wheel like LOCK. Use OFF if you must have your vehicle in motion whilethe engine is off (for example, if your vehicle is being pushed). RUN (D): This isthe position for driving.
I NOTICE: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. Andthe excessive heat can damage your starter motor. 2. If it doesn’t start right away, hold your key in START. If it doesn’t start in 10 seconds, push the accelerator pedal all the way down for five more seconds, or until it starts. 3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), wait 15 seconds and start over.
Engine Coolant Heater (Option) 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. C ’ ‘T J: F Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt ACoutlet. If the cord won’t reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps.
Automatic TransmissionOperation There are several different positions for your shift lever. If your vehicle is equippedwith an automatic transmission, it now features an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument cluster. This display must be powered anytime the shift lever is capable of being moved out ofthe PARK (P) position.
Your vehicle has a brake-transmission shift interlock. With the ignition in the RUN position, you must fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P). If you cannot shift out of PARK (P),ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) as you continue pressing the brake pedal. Then move the shift lever into the gear you want. If you still cannot shift the shift lever outof PARK (P), see “Shifting Out of PARK (P)” later in this section.
DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: 0 Going less than about 35 mph (56 krdh), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph (56 kmh) or more, push the accelerator all the way down. You’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power. You should use DRIVE (D) (or, as you need to, a lower gear) when towing a trailer to minimize heat build-up and extend the life of your transmission.
Locking Rear Axle If you have this feature, your locking rear axle can give you additional traction on snow, mud, ice, sand or gravel. It works like a standard axle most of the time, but when one of the rear wheels has no traction and the other does, the locking feature will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle. Parking Brake To set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Pushdown the parking brake pedal with your left foot.
I:fthe ignition is on when the parking brake is released, the brake system warning light will go off. Shifting Into PARK (P) NOTICE: Driving withthe parking brakeon can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could alsodamage other parts of your vehicle. Always checkto be sure your parking brake is fully released before you drive. If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill, see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.
2. Move the shift lever intoPARK (P) position like this: Move the lever up as far as it will go. Pull the lever toward you. 3. Move the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Torque Lock Engine Running If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission intoPARK (P) properly, the weightof the vehicle mayput too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.” To prevent torque lock, set the parking brakeand then shift into PARK (P) properly before youleave the driver’s seat. To find out how, see “Shifting Into PARK (P)” in the Index.
Shifting Out ofPARK (P) Parking Over Things That Burn Your vehicle has a brake-transmission shift interlock system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when theignition is in RUN. See “Automatic Transmission” in the Index. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever and push theshift lever all the way up into PARK (P) as you maintain brake application. Then, move the shift lever into the gear you want.
Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You’re Parked It’s better notto park with the engine running. But if ever have to, here are some things to know. Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming inif: 0 Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. 0 Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. 0 Your vehicle was damaged in a collision.
Windows Manual Windows It can be dangerous to getout of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully inPARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehiclecan roll. Don’t leave your vehicle whenthe engine is running unless you have to. If you’ve leftthe engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’reon fairly level ground, always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK (P).
The driver’s door has a switch for the passenger windows as well. Your power windows will work when the ignition has been turned to the RUN position. Swing-Out Windows h s h the rear of the switch with the power window symbol on it to lower the window. Push thefront of the switch with the power window symbol on it to raise the window. The driver’s window switch also has an express-down feature that allows the window to lower without holding the switch.
Rear Swing-Out Window To close the window, pull the latch toward you and push down on the latch to lock it. Your rear swing-out windows work the same way, but the latch is at the bottom edge of the window. It can be dangerous to drive with the rear swing-out windowsor reardoor(s) open because carbon monoxide (CO)gas can come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death.
Horn Press one of the horn buttonsat each side of the steering wheel to sound the horn. 0 If your vehicle is equipped with an air bag, press anywhere on the module to sound the horn. If your vehicle is not equipped with an air bag, press on thecap in the center of the steering wheelto sound the horn. Tilt Wheel (Option) A tilt steering wheelallows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle.
Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turnor a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. An arrow on the instrument panel will flash inthe direction of the turnor lane change.
As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows flash at twice the normal rate, a signal bulb may beburned out and other drivers may not see your turn signal. If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check for burned-out bulbs and a blown fuse (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index). Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by turning the band with the wipersymbol on it.
For steady wiping at low speed, turn the band to the LOW position. For high-speed wiping, turn the band further, to HIGH. To stop the wipers, move the band to OFF. Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely. To avoid damage, be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they are frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts.
Cruise Control (Option) Setting Cruise Control With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph I (40km/h). 1 When you apply your brakes, the cruise control shuts off. 0 Cruise control can be dangerous where you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t useyour cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic.
Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. Move the cruise switch from ON to RIA. Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, and then release the switch. To increase your speed in very small amounts, move the switch to WAfor less than half a second. Each timeyou do this, your vehicle will go about 1 mph (1.6 M h ) faster.
Using Cruise Controlon Hills Exterior Lamps How well yourcruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed,load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedalto maintain your speed. If the steepness of the hill causes the vehicle speed to drop more than 15 mph (9.4 km/h) below the set speed, your cruise control will automatically disengage. Whengoing downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down.
When the wheelis turned to full brilliance, and then into the first detent position, the radio display and PRNDL display will go tothe day mode (full intensity). This is known as “parade” mode. The rest of the I/P illumination will stay in the maximumdimming state (full brilliance dimming). Turning the wheel upone more detent will activate the interior dome light circuit (with slightly higher effort).
Headlamps On Reminder A tone will sound when your headlamps are turned on and your ignition is in OFF, LOCK or ACCESSORY. If you need to use your headlamps when the ignition switch is in OFF, LOCK or ACCESSORY, thetone next to can be turned off by turning the thumb wheel the parking lamp/headlamp switch all the way down. Daytime Running Lamps(If Equipped) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day.
Reading Lamps (Option) You can use the DOME OVERRIDE button, located below the headlamp knob, to set the dome lamps to automatically come on when the doors are open, or to remain off. To turn the lamps off, push the button once. With the button in this position, the dome lamps will remain off when the doors are open. To return the lamps to automatic operation, push the button againand return it to the “out” position. With the button in thisposition, the dome lamps will come on when you open the doors.
Underhood Reel Lamp (Option) If you have an underhood reellamp, it islocated on the passenger side of the engine compartment. The lamp can be switched on without unreeling the cord. Also, you can use it as a flashlight. To use the lamp as a flashlight,pull down on the lever located under thelamp, unlocking the lamp and pull the lamp out. The cord will unreel as you pull the lamp. When you are done using the lamp, reel the cord back into the housing by turning the handle.
Mirrors Inside Mirror Push or pull thetab under the mirror to reduce glare from headlamps behind you after dark. Outside Mirrors Adjust your outside mirrors so you can just see the side of your vehicle, and have a clear view of objects behind you. Some mirrors can be folded in ta enter narrow doorways. Electric Outside Rearview Mirrors (Option) If you have electric mirrors, they can beadjusted to point where you want from inside the vehicle.
Convex Outside Mirror Storage Compartments Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. CAUTION: - A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your inside mirroror glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.
Cigarette LightedAshtrays The front ashtray is located in the instrument panel extension, at the center of the instrument panel. Lift up on the ashtray door to open it. NOTICE: k Storage compartments may also be included on the inside of each front door. If you store paper and other things that burn in your ashtrays, they could be set on fire by cigarettes or other smoking materials. That could cause a fire and possibly damage your vehicle.
NOTICE: Holding a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating can make it overload, damaging the lighter and the heating element. Just push the lighter all the way in and go. let When it’s done, it will pop back by itself. To remove the front ashtray, pull up on the tab with a key or screwdriver inserted in the tab, and lift the ashtray out. 2-46 Sun Visors To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can also swing them from side to side.
Instrument Panel Y A. B. C. D. Lamp Controls Air Vents Instrument Cluster Comfort Controls System E. Audio System E Auxiliary Power Outlet G. Cupholder H.Ashtray I. J. K. L.
Instrument &ster Your instrument cluster is designed to let you knowat a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fastyou’re going, how much fuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically.
Speedometer if it can’t, then it’s set old odometer, then it must be. But at zero, anda label must be puton the driver’s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed. Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero. I Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).
1 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. Warning lights come on when there may be or isa problem with one of your vehicle’s functions.
Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensor, the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the air bag system, see “Air Bag” in the Index.
Brake System Warning Light This light should come on briefly when youturn the ignition key to RUN. If it doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s aproblem. Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light comes on, there could be a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away.
1 C-UTION: Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. If the lightis still on after you’ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service. When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake. The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn’t release fully.
If the light stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, your vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning light isn’t on, you still have brakes, but you don’t have anti-lock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on,you don’t have anti-lock brakes and there’s a problem with your regular brakes. See “Brake System Warning Light” earlier in this section. The anti-lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when youturn the ignition key to RUN.
I NOTICE: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, aftera while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not as be good and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty. This lightshould come on, as a check to show you it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light doesn’t come on,have it repaired.
If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: Did you just drive through a deep puddleof water? If so, your electrical system may be wet.The condition will usually be corrected whenthe electrical system dries out. A few driving trips should turn thelight off.
Oil Pressure Gage A CAUTION: The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running. Canadian vehicles indicate pressure in kPa (kilopascals). Oil pressure may vary with engine speed, outside temperature and oil viscosity, butreadings above the low pressure zone indicate the normal operating range. A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or other problem causing low oil pressure.
Fuel Gage Check Gages Light The CHECK GAGES light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine. CHECK GAGES * \\' 2-58 ignition is on, tells you about how muchfuel you have left in your tank. E' If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving, check your coolant temperature and engine oil pressure gages to see if they are in the warning zones.
Listed are four situations you may experience with your fuel gage: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area your engine is too hot! At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads FULL (F). 0 It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated.
Voltmeter When your engine is not running, but the ignitionis on (in theRUN position), this gage shows your battery’s state of charge in DC volts. Readings in the low warning zone may occur whena large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and theengine is left at an idle for an extended period. This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle.
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp If items are loaded on the roof of the vehicle, as in a luggage carrier, care should be taken notto block or damage the center high-mounted stoplamp unit. If you tow a trailer that is equipped with provisions for a center high-mounted stoplamp, see your GM dealer for instructions on how to make it operate with your vehicle’s electrical system. As with any electrical system modification, have the work performedby a qualified electrical service person.
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Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle.Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle.
Comfort Controls Fan Knob This section tells you how to make your air system work for you. Your comfort control system uses ozone-friendly R- 134a refrigerant. The left knob of the heating system control panel controls the fan speed. The knob has four speed positions. To increase airflow, move the knob toward HI. To decrease airflow, moveit toward LO. To turn the fan off, move themode knob on the far right to OFF. With these systems,you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your van.
Mode Knob +. /J +. ’# HeatedAir Conditioning Controls The right knob changes the heater setting. VENT: This setting directs air through the instrument panel vents. BI-LEVEL: Use this setting to divide airflow between the heater floor vents and instrument panel vents. e + HEAT This ’ setting directs air through the heater floor vents. This setting is useful for coldweather. w. +HHEATmEFROST: Use this setting to divide airflow between the heater floor vents and windshield.
Fan Knob The knob on the left side of the heating system control panel controls the €an speed. The knob has four speed the vehicle’s interior reaches a comfortable temperature, move the knob clockwise to place the air conditioning system in the A/C mode. positions. To increase airflow,move the knob toward HI. To decrease airflow, moveit toward LO. A/C: Use for normal cooling on hot days.
Rear Heater (Without Air Conditioning) Rear Air Conditioning and Rear Heater If you have a rear heater (without rear air conditioning), the control switch is located on theinstrument panel. If your vehicle has a rear air conditioning and rear heater system combination, controls are provided to regulate the temperature, location and speed of the airflow. To increase and decrease the flow of heated air to the rear floor vents, move the switch markedREAR HEAT to the blower speedyou want.
For warmer air, turn theknob clockwise toward the red side, and for cooler air, turn the knob counterclockwise toward the blue side. regulate the airflow location, adjust the center knob on the control panel. Turn theknob counterclockwise for floor vent airflowor clockwise for headliner vent airflow. Generally,the upper vents are usedfor air conditioning and the floor vents for heating. The control knob can be set to any blend setting.
Air Conditioning Heating Before using your vehicle’s air conditioning, open the windows to clear the vehicle of hot air. This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down. Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work at its best. On cold days, use HEATER with the temperature knob in the red area. Outside air will be brought in through the floor outlets. The heater works bestif you keepyour windows closed while using it.
Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects. This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle. Your vehicle has air vents in the center and on the sides of your instrument panel. You can move the ventsfrom side to side or upand down to direct the flowof air, or close the vents altogether. Whenyou close a vent, it will increase the flow of air coming out of any vents that are open. Audio Systems Your Delco@audio system has been designedto operate easily and give years of listening pleasure.
AM-FM Stereo RECALL: Display the time with the ignition off by pressing the recall knob. When the radio is playing, press this knob to recall the station frequency. Finding a Station AM-FM: Press the lower knob to switch between AM and FM. The display shows your selection. TUNE: Turn the lower knob to tune in radio stations. SEEK: Press the right arrowto tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there.
PUSHBUTTONS: The four numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 14 stations (seven AM and seven FM). Just: Setting theTone 1. Turn the radio on. TREB: Slide this lever up or down to increase or decrease treble. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble. 2. Press AM-FM to select the band. 3. Tune in the desired station. BASS: Slide this lever up or down to increaseor decrease bass. 4. Press SET. (SET will appear on the display.
4M-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player :If Equipped) Finding a Station AM-FM: Press the lower knob to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2. TUNE: Turn the lower knob to tune in radio stations. SEEK: Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there. PUSHBUTTONS: The four numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 2 1 stations (seven AM, seven FM1 and seven FM2). Just: 1. Turn the radio on.
In addition to the four stations already set, up to three more stations may be preseton each band by pressing two adjoining buttons at thesame time. Just: 1. Tune in the desired station. 2. Press SET. (SET will appear on the display.) 3. Press two adjoining buttons at the same time, within five seconds. Whenever you press the same two buttons, the stationyou set will return. 4. Repeat the stepsfor each pair of pushbuttons. P.SCAN: Press both SEEK buttons to scan through each of your preset stations.
RECALL: Press this knob to switch tape sides. EJECT Press this button to remove the tape or stop the tape and play the radio.If you leave a cassette tape in the player whilelistening to the radio, it may become warm. AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped) CLN: If this message appears on the display, the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean it as soon aspossible to prevent damage to the tapes and player.
RECALL: Display the time with the ignition off by pressing this button. When theradio is playing, press this button to recall the station frequency. SCV: Your system has a feature called Speed-Compensated-Volume(SCV). With SCV, your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive.Set the volume at the desired level. Move the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the SCV.
P.SCAN: The preset scan button lets you scan through your favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons. Select either the AM, FM1 or FM2 mode and then press PSCAN. It will scan through each station stored on your pushbuttons and stop for afew seconds before continuing to scan throughall of the pushbuttons. Press P.SCAN again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning to listen to a specific preset station. P.SCAN will light up on the display while in this mode.
Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position. Turn the controlclockwise to adjust sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise to adjust sound to the left speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. FADE: Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position. Turn the control clockwise to adjust the sound to the front speakers and counterclockwise for the rear speakers.
REV (4): Press this button to rapidly reverse the tape to the beginning of the cassette or until you press REV again. The radio will play the last selected station while reversing the tape. The tape direction arrow will blink during the reverse operation. 00 (5): Press this button to ~ a u c ecassette tape noise. The double-D symbol will appear on the display while the player is in this mode. Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped) SCV: Your system has a feature called Speed-Compensated-Volume (SCV). With SCV, your audio system adjusts automatically to make upfor road and windnoise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Move the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the SCV. Then, as you drive, SCV automatically increases the volume, as necessary, to overcome noise at any particular speed.
SCAN: Press and hold SEEK for two seconds until SCAN appears on the display. SCAN allows you to listen to stations for a few seconds. The receiver will continue to scan and momentarily stop at each station until you press the button again. The sound will mute while scanning. PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2). Just: P.SCAN.
AUTO TONE: Press this buttonto select among the six preset equalization settings and tailor the sound to the music or voice being heard. Each time you press the button, the selection will switchto one of the preset settingsof CLASSIC, NEWS, ROCK, POP, C/W (CountryWestern) orJAZZ. To return to the manual mode, pressand release this button untilthe AUTO TONE display goes blank. This will return the tone adjustment to theBASS and TREBcontrols.
PREV (1): Press PREV or the SEEK left arrow to search for the previous selection. If you hold this button or press it more than once, the disc will advance further. Sound is muted in this mode. RDM (2): Press this button to play the tracks on the disc in random order. While in the RDM mode, RANDOM appears on the display. Press RDM again to return to normal play. NEXT (3): Press NEXT or the SEEK right arrow to search for the next selection.
Playing a Compact Discin the Single Remote Disc Player (If Equipped) and player from damage.The disc will not startplaying. To remove the disc, press the EJECT button and remove the disc from the player. All of the compact disc functions are controlled by the radio buttons exceptfor EJECT. When a disc is in the player, a CD symbol will appear on the display. Whena disc is playing, the letters CD will appear nextto the CD symbol in the bottom left corner. The track number will also be displayed.
NEXT (3): Press this buttonto advance to the next track on the disc. also appear. Press RECALL a third time andthe time of day will be displayed. REV (4): Press and holdthis button to quickly reverse within a track. As the CD reverses, elapsed time will be displayed to help you find the correct passage. TAPE AUX: With a disc loaded in the player andthe radio playing, press this button once to play the compact disc. To return to playing the radio, press AM-FM.
Activating the Theft-Deterrent Feature The instructions which follow, explain how toenter your secret code to activate the THEFTLOCK system. It is recommended that you read throughall nine steps before starting the procedure. 8. Press AM-FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secretcode you have written down. The display will showREP to let you know that you need to repeat Steps 5 through 7 to confirm your secret code.
If you enter the wrong code eight times, INOP will appear on the display. You will have to wait an hour with the ignition on before you can try again. When you try again, you will only have three chances to enter the correct code before INOP appears. If you lose orforget your code, contact your dealer. Disabling the Theft-Deterrent Feature Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: 1. Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN. 2. Turn the radio off. 3.
Tips About Your Audio System Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late. Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound. Sound that seems normal canbe loud and harmful to your hearing. Take precautionsby adjusting the volumecontrol on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts toit. To help avoid hearing loss or damage: Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly.
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat. If they aren’t, they may notoperate properly or may cause failure of the tape player. Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use.
Power Antenna Mast Care (If Equipped) Your power antenna will look its best and work well if it’s cleaned from time to time. To clean the antenna mast: 1. Turn on the ignition and radio to raise the antenna. 2. Dampen a cleancloth with mineral spirits or equivalent solvent. 3. Wipe the clothover the mast sections, removing any dirt. 4. Wipe dry with aclean cloth. 5. Make the antenna go up and downby turning the radio or ignition off and on. 6. Repeat if necessary.
Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving.
Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” in the Index.) Defensive driving really means “be readyfor anything.” On city streets, rural roadsor freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.” Assume that pedestriansor other driversare going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do. Be readyfor their mistakes. Rear-end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents. Yet they are common. Allow enough following distance.
Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’sthe number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. The obvious way to solve this highway safetyproblem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive. But what if people do? How much is “too much” if the driver plans to drive? It’s a lotless than many might think. Although itdepends on each person and situation, here is some general information on the problem.
Since alcohol is carried in body water, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight wheneach has the same number of drinks. The law in many U.S. states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 0.10 percent. In agrowing number of U.S. states, and throughout Canada, the limit is 0.08 percent. In some other countries, it’seven lower. The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0.04 percent. The BAC will be over0.
The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in onedrink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. Whatif there’s an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision. There’s something else about drinking and driving that many people don’t know.
Control of a Vehicle Braking You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to dotheir work at the places where the tires meet the road. Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you haveto decide to push on the brake pedal. That’s perception time.Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That’s reaction time. Average reaction time is about 314 of a second.
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic. This isa mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life.
The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here’s what happens with ABS. A computer senses thatwheels are slowing down.
Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the 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. Using Anti-Lock Don’t pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down and let anti-lock work for you.
The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface, the angle at which the curve is banked, andyour speed. While you’re in a curve, speed is theone factor you can control. Suppose you’re steering througha sharp curve. Thenyou suddenly accelerate. Both control systems-- steering and acceleration -- have to do their work where the tires meet the road. Addingthe sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places. You can lose control.
Off-Road Recovery You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. OFF - ROAD RECOVE QUARTER TURN SLOW DOWN An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand.
Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another ona two-lane highway waitsfor just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicleahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicleon a two-lane highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds.
0 Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see itsfront in your inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane. (Remember that your right outside mirror is convex. The vehicle you just passed may seem to be farther away from you than it really is.) Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on two-lane roads.
If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go. If youstart steering quickly enough, your vehicle may straighten out. Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs. Driving at Night Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow,ice, gravel or other material is on the road. For safety, you’ll want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions.
Here are some tips on night driving. 0 Drive defensively. 0 Don’t drink and drive. 0 Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. 0 Since you can’t see as well, you may needto slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. 0 Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead. 0 In remote areas, watch for animals. 0 If you’re tired, pull off the road in a safeplace and rest.
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads your tire-to-road traction isn't as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don't have much tread left, you'll get even less traction. It's always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fallwhile you are driving. The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement. The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see.
A CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause accidents. They won't work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side.You could lose controlof the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally. Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can causeproblems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can't, try to slow down before you hit them.
Hydroplaning 1Driving Through Deep Standing Water Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. NOTICE: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine’sair intake and badly damage your engine.
City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: 0 Know the best way to getto where you are going. Get a city map and plan yourtrip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip. a Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities. You’ll save time and energy. (See the next part, “Freeway Driving.”) 0 Treat a green light as a warning signal. A traffic light is there because thecorner is busy enough to need it.
Freeway Driving The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive atthe same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane. At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you havea clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should beginto check traffic.
Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night. When you want toleave the freeway, move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss yourexit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to the next exit. The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply. GM dealerships all across North America. They’ll be ready and willingto help if you need it.
Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Is there actually such a conditionas “highway hypnosis”? Call it Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? highway hypnosis, lack of awareness,or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the Same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here aresome tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. 0 Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transmission. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. 0 Know how to go down hills. The most important thing to know is this: let your engine do some of the slowing down. Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill.
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washerfluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a smallshovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bagof sand, a piece of old carpetor a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction.
Whatever the condition -- smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow -- drive with caution. If You’re Caught in a Blizzard Accelerate gently. Try not to breakthe fragile traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more. Your anti-lock brakes improve your vehicle’s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have ananti-lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement.
Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you haveno blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats -- anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm. ll ~~ ~ You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful. 4-26 Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadlyCO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside.
Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little fasterthan just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery (or batteries) charged. You will need a well-charged battery (or batteries) to restart the vehicle, and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps. Let the heater run for awhile.
The CertificationRirelabel also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).To find out theactual loads on your front and rear axles, you need togo to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle.Your dealer can help you with this. Be sureto spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline. Never exceed theGVWR for your vehicle,or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle. And, if you do havea heavy load, you should spread it out.
Towing a Trailer NOTICE: If you don’t use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pulla trailer. For example, if the traileris too heavy, the brakes may not work well or even at all. You and your passengers could be seriouslyinjured. Pull a trailer only if you have followed allthe steps in this section. Ask your GM dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with your vehicle.
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer 0 If you do, here are some important points: 0 0 0 There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving. A good source for this information can be state orprovincial police. Consider using a sway control if your trailer will weigh 4,000 lbs. (1 800 kg) or less.
Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be? It depends on how you plan to use your rig. For example, speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important. And, it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle. The following chart shows how much your trailer can weigh, based upon vehicle model and options. Model GlOOOO Engine 4.3L 5.OL 5.7L G20000 4.3L 5.OL 5.7L Max. Trailer Weight Axle Ratio (lbs.
You can ask your dealer for our trailering informationor advice, or you can write us at theaddress listed in your Warranty and Owner AssistanceInformation Booklet. In Canada, write to: General Motorsof Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L l H 8P7 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is animportant weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle.
Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires. You’ll find these numbers on the Certification label at the rear edge of the driver’s door or see “Tire Loading” in the Index. Then be sure you don’t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle, including the weight of the trailer tongue. Hitches It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by and roughroads are a few reasons why you’ll needthe right hitch.
Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so 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 manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for attaching safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper. Always leave just enough slack so you can turn withyour rig.
Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out forthe open road, you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself.
Making Turns I NOTICE: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering. When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider turns than normal. Do this so your trailer won’t strike soft shoulders, curbs, road signs, treesor other objects. Avoid jerky orsudden maneuvers. Signal well in advance.
Parking on Hills You really should not park yourvehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, yourrig could start to move. People can be injured, and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. But if you ever have to park your rigon a hill, here’s how to do it: 1. Apply your regular brakes, but don’t shift into PARK (P) yet. Then turn your wheels into the curb if facing downhill or into ttaffic if facing uphill. 2. Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. 3.
Trailer Wiring Harness The light-duty trailer wiring harness is a six-wire harness assembly. The optional heavy-duty trailer wiring package is an eight-wire harness assembly.The harness is stored underthe vehicle, along the driver’s side rear corner of the frame rail. The heavy-duty trailer wiring harnesshas a 30-amp feed wire. Both harnesses come without connectors and should be wiredby a qualified electrical technician.
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Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that canoccur on the road.
Hazard Warning Flashers Push the button at the top of the steeringcolumn all the way downto make your front and rear turn signals flash on and off. Your hazard warningflashers work no matter what position your keyis in, and even if the key isn't in. To turn off the flashers,push the button until thefirst click and release. Your hazard warningflashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off.
Other WarningDevices NOTICE: If you carry reflective triangles, you can use them to warn others. Set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may wantto use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. But please follow the steps below to do it safely. I Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: 0 They contain acid that can burn you. 0 They contain gas that can explode or ignite.
If your vehicle has more thanone battery, use the battery that is under the hoodof the vehicle - this will reducethe electrical resistance. 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but besure the vehicles aren’t touching each other.If they are, it couldcause a ground connection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be able to start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems.
5 . Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could bedamaged, too. Using a match near a battery cancause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the batteries have enough water. You don’t need to addwater to the Delco Freedom@ battery (orbatteries) installed in everynew GM vehicle.
7. Don't let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery.Or use a remote positive(+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 8. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the good battery's negative (-) terminal. Don't let the other end touch anything until the next step.
9. Make your last connection away from the battery,to the engine block, frameor other unpainted metal parts of your vehicle. A ground location has been provided through astud attached to the body surface. 10. Please remove the cap before using. 11. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. 12. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery.If it won’t start after a few tries, it probably needs service. 13. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting.
Towing Your Vehicle Try to have your GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your vehicle. They can provide the right equipment and know-how to tow it without damage. See “Roadside Assistance’’ in your Index. If your vehiclehas been changed since it was factory-new, by adding things like fog lamps, aero skirting, or special tires and wheels, these things could be damaged during towing. Before you do anything, turn on the hazard warning flashers. When you call, tell the towing service: A.
I A CAUTION: To help avoid injury to you or others: 0 Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed. 0 Never tow faster than safe or posted speeds. 0 Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured. 0 Never get under your vehicle after .it has been lifted bythe tow truck. 0 Always use separate safety chains on each side when towinga vehicle. When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key off.
Front Towing A towing dully must be used under the drive wheels when towing from the front. Tow Limits - 35 mph (%kwh), 50 miles (80 km) 5-10 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-carrierequipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps. Towing a vehicle overrough surfaces could damage a vehicle or wheel-lift equipment.
Rear Towing I NOTICE: Do not tow the vehicle from therear with loads approaching the ratedGVW as the weight transfer will cause the frontsuspension to become overloaded. NOTICE: Do not tow withthe sling-type equipment or the rear bumper will be damaged. Use wheel lift or carcarrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for car-carrierequipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps. Towing a vehicle over rough surfaces could damage a vehicle.
Engine Overheating (Gasoline Engine) You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel.If you have a diesel engine,you will also find a low coolant light onyour instrument panel. If your vehicle hasa diesel engine, see “Engine Overheating” in the Diesel Engine Supplement. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, evenif you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you seeor hear steam coming from it.
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not betoo serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little 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. Tow a trailer. See “Driving on Grades” in the Index. If you get the overheat warning with no signof steam, try this for aminute or so: 1. If you have an air conditioner, turn it off. 2.
Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: The coolant level shouldbe ator above theFULL COLD mark. A. Radiator pressure cap B. Coolant recovery tank C. Engine fan(s) If the coolant inside thecoolant recovery tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down.
A CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, canbe very hot. Don’ttouch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don’t run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could losea11 coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and you could be burned. Get any leak fixed before you drive thevehicle. 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.
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven’t founda problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at the FULL COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and DEX-COOL@ (silicate-free) antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank. (See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for more information.) Adding only plain can be dangerous.
’1 CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolanton a hot engine. When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is atthe FULL COLD mark, start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there’s one more thing you can try. You can add the proper coolant mix directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it.
uu Steam a--l scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burnyou badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed. Neverturn the cap when the cooling system, including the radiatorpressure cap, is hot. Waitfor the cooling systemand radiator pressure cap to cool if youever have to turn the pressure cap.
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops. (Don't press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A hiss means there is still some pressure left.
3. Fill the radiator with theproper DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck. 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark. 5. Put the cap back on thecoolant recovery tank, but leave the radiatorpressure cap off.
6. Start the engine and let it run until youcan feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fan. 7. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of theproper DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture 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 thepressure cap.
Engine Fan Noise If a Tire Goes Flat Your vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. When the clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine. In most everyday driving conditions, the fan is spinning slower and the clutchis not fully engaged. This improvesfuel economy and reduces fan noise. Under heavy vehicle loading, trailer towing and/or high outside temperatures, the fan speed increases as the clutch more fully engages.So you may hear an increase in fan noise.
Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat,avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers. A /!\ CAUTION: Changing a tire cancause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack androll over you or other people. You and they could be badly injured. Find a level placeto change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1. Set the parkingbrake firmly. 2. Put the shift lever in PARK (P). 3. Turn off the engine.
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools I NOTICE: Never remove or restore a tire frodto a stowage is position under the vehicle while the vehicle supported by a jack. Always tighten the tire of the vehicle fully against the underside when restowing. Your spare tire is stored underneath the rear of your vehicle. You will use the ratchet and extension to lower the spare tire. 5-24 A flat rear tire reduces clearance to remove the spare tire. If there is less than 12 inches (30.
If you have a vehicle which was completed from a cab and chassis, refer to the information from the body supplierhstaller. The spare tire is a full size tire, like the other tires on your vehicle. For cargovans, and all passenger vans except those with the 15 passenger seating arrangement, the jack is secured in the rear passenger side corner of the vehicle. For vans with the 15 passenger seating arrangement, the jack is secured on the rear passenger side floor of the vehicle.
Attach the ratchet, with the DOWN side facing you, to the extension. The extension has a socket end and a flat chisel end. Put the flat end of the extension on an angle through the hole in the rear door frame, above the bumper. Be sure the flat end connects into the hoist shaft. Turn the ratchetcounterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the ground. If you are changing a flat rear tire and the vehicle is alreadyjacked up, use thejack handle and extension to hook the cable.
B C Jacking Tool Storage NOTICE: To help avoid vehicle damage,do not drive vehicle before the cableis restored. A. Socket B. Jack Handle C. Ratchet D. Jacking Tool Storage Box E.
Removing the Wheel Covers and Locking Wheel Nuts The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A), jack handle extension (B), jack handle (C), socket (D) and the ratchet(E). 5-28 1. You will need to take off the wheel nut caps to reach your wheel nuts. Whenusing the ratchet and socket, make sure theDOWN side faces you.
2. Loosen the plastic nut caps. 3. Remove the center cap.
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 2. The jack has a bolton the end. Attach thesocket end of the extension to the jack bolt. 1. With the DOWN side facing you, use the ratchet and socket to loosen all the wheel nuts. Don't remove them yet. 5-30 Attach the ratchet to the extension with the UP side facing you.
Rear Position Front Position 4. Position jack under the vehicle as shown. 3. Rotate the ratchet clockwise. That will raise the jack lift head a little. Getting under a vehicle whenisitjacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slipsoff the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle whenit is supported onlyby a jack.
A CAUTION: r I Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall.To avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure tofit the jack lift head into far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit. 6. Remove all the wheel nuts, andtake off the flat tire. 7. Remove anyrust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. 5. Raise the vehicle by rotating the ratchet clockwise.
k ,CAUTION: i. - - - Rust or dirton the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become looseafter a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, removeany rust or dirtfrom the places where the wheel attaches to thevehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth or a paper towel to dothis; but be sure to use a scraper orwire brush later, if you need to, to get all the rust or dirt off.
p 10. Tighten the nuts firmly in a criss-cross sequence as shown. Rotate the wheel wrench clockwise. NOTICE: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification. Put the wheelcover back on, if you have one. Remove any wheel blocks. A CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even comeoff.
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire andTools Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartmentof the vehicle could cause injury. Ina sudden stopor collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle, with the valve stem pointed down. 2. Pull the retaining bar through the center of the wheel, making sure it is properly attached.
the 3. Pull the wheel toward the rear of the vehicle keep the cable tight. 5-36 4. Attach the ratchet, with the UP side facing you, to extension.
If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow What you don’t want to do when your vehicleis stuck is to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you’re stuck, but you must use caution. I 5. Put the flat end of the extension on an angle through the hole in the rear door frame, above the bumper. Turn the ratchetclockwise until the tire isagainst the underside of the vehicle. You will hear two “clicks” when thetire is up all the way.
NOTICE: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth, you can destroy your transmission. ’or information about using tire chains on your vehicle, ;ee “Tire Chains”in the Index. 5-38 Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First, turn your steering wheel left andright. That will clear the area around yourfront wheels.
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Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins withservice and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information aboutyour vehicle, and apart devoted to its appearance care.
Service Your GM dealer knows your vehicle bestand wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Delco Doing Your Own Service Work If you want todo some of your own service work, you’ll want to get the proper GM Service Manual.
Adding Equipment to the Outsideof Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it. This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance. Check with your GM dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle. Fuel (Gasoline Engine) If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see“Diesel Fuel Requirements and Fuel System” in the Diesel Engine Supplement. For vehicles with gasoline engines, please read this.
Some gasolines that are not reformulatedfor low emissions contain an octane-enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT); ask your service station operator whetheror not his fuel contains MMT. General Motors doesnot recommend the use of such gasolines. If fuels containing MMT are used, spark plug life may be reduced and your emission control system performance may be affected.The malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel may turn on.
Fuels in Foreign Countries (Gasoline Engines) Filling Your Tank If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. To check on fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you’ll be driving.
A CAUTION: If you get gasolineon yourself and then something ignites it,you could be badlyburned. Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly.This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any “hiss” noiseto stop. Then unscrew the capall the way. While refueling, hang the cap inside the fuel door. To take off the cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise).
When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. I NOTICE: Checking Things Under the Hood 1 To open the hood, first pull this handle inside the vehicle. It is justin front of the driver’s side door frame near the floor. If you need a new cap, be sure to get the right type. Your dealer can get one for you.
Lift the hood, release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hoodprop into the slot in the hood hinge. The underhood lamp will automatically come on and stay on until the hood is closed. Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release.
When you lift the hood, you’llsee these items: A. Battery B. Coolant Recovery Tank C. Engine Oil Dipstick D. Engine Oil Fill E. Transmission Dipstick E Air Cleaner G. Power Steering Reservoir H. Brake Master Cylinder I.
If your vehicle has a 7.4 liter engine and air conditioning, your vehicle willhave a auxiliary engine fan in addition to the belt driven fan. b,CAUTION: If your vehicle has air conditioning, the auxiliary engine fan under thehood can start up and injure you even whenthe engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools awayfrom any underhood electric fan. Things that burncan get onhot engine parts and start a fire.
Noise Control System The following information relates to compliance with Federal noise emission standards for vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating(GVWR) of more than 10,000 lbs. (4 536 kg). The Maintenance Schedule provides information on maintaining the noise control system to minimize degradation of the noise emission control system during the life of your vehicle. The noise control system warranty is given in your Warranty booklet. These standards apply only to vehicles sold in the United States.
Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering are the acts listed below. Insulation: Removal of the noise shields or underhood insulation. Engine: Removal or rendering engine speed governor (if equipped) inoperative so as to allow engine speed to exceed manufacturer specifications. Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine) If your vehicle hasa diesel engine, see “Engine Oil (Diesel Engine)” in the Diesel Engine Supplement. It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every timeyou get fuel.
Checking EngineOil When to Add Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. If the oil is at or below the ADD mark, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil touse. For crankcase capacity, see “Capacities and Specifications” in the Index. I NOTICE: Don’t add too muchoil.
What Kind of Oil to Use Oils recommendedfor your vehicle can be identified by looking for the “Starburst” symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified bythe American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry thisStarburst symbol. The engine oil filler cap is located between the air cleaner and engine oil dipstick. Be sure to fill it enough to put the levelsomewhere in the proper operating range. Push the dipstick all the way back in when you’rethrough.
I I RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THEEXPECTEDTEMPERATURERANGE. LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL HOT WEATHER +loo- - +60- - +40- - +20- -- vehicle. However, you can use SAE low-30 if it's going to be 0°F (- 18"C) or above. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils, such as SAE 20W-50.
Engine Oil Additives Don’t add anything to your oil. Your GM dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added. When to Change Engine Oil If any one of these is true for you, use the shorttripkity maintenance schedule: 0 Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop-and-go traffic). 0 Most trips are through dusty areas.
Air Cleaner (Gasoline Engines) 3. Remove the full air housing. 4. Unsnap the three clips. Then tilt the top cover up and backto exposethe filter element. 5. Install a new filter element with the folds in the down position. Reverse Steps 1 through 5 to replace the air cleaner. . .- See “Normal Replacement Parts” for the proper filter to use. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter and crankcase ventilation filter. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index.
~ ~ Operating the engine withthe air cleaner off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not onlycleans the air, it stops flame if the engine backfires. Ifit isn’t there, and the engine backfires, you could beburned. Don’t drive with it off, and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner off. ~ Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when theengine oil is changed.
How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at your GM dealership Service Department. If you do it yourself, be sureto follow all the instructions here, or you could geta false reading on the dipstick. NOTICE: I Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission. Too much can mean that someof the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a Be fire.
Checking the Fluid Hot or Cold Then, without shuttingoff the engine, follow these steps: Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in PARK (P). a With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds ineach range. Then, position the shift lever in PARK (P). Let the engine run at idle for three minutes or more. 1.
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 enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check. It doesn’t take much fluid, generally less than one pint (0.5 L). Don’t ovefill. 3.
Rear Axle Engine Coolant When to Check and Change Lubricant The cooling s stem in your vehicleis filled with DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehiclefor 5 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km) whichever occurs first, if you add only DEX-COOL’ extended life coolant. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when tochange it. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in theIndex.
What to Use NOTICE: When adding coolant, it is important that you use only DEX-COOL@(silicate-free) coolant. If coolant other thanDEX-COOL@is added to the system, premature engine, heater core or radiator corrosion may result. In addition, the engine coolant will require change sooner at 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first. Damage caused by the use of coolant other thanDEX-COOL@is not covered byyour new vehiclewarranty.
Checking Coolant NOTICE: If you use an improper coolant mix, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn’t be coveredby your warranty. Too much water in the mix can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. If you have to add coolant more than four times a year, have yourdealer check your cooling system. I NOTICE: If you use the proper coolant, you don’t have to add extrainhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system. These can be harmful.
Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank. I You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and itwill burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don't spillcoolant on a hot engine. lbrning the radiatorpressure cap when the engine and radiator arehot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burnyou badly.
Thermostat When to Check Power SteeringFluid Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine cooling system. The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature. It is not necessaryto regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspectthere is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise.A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired.
Windshield Washer Fluid Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. What toUse When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing. Adding Washer Fluid NOTICE: When usingconcentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water.
Brakes Brake Fluid your brake systemfixed, since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won’t work well, or won’t work at all. So, it isn’t a good idea to “topoff’ your brakefluid. Adding brake fluid won’tcorrect a leak. If you add fluid when your linings are worn, then you’ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings.You should add (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is dQne on the brake hydraulic system. Your brake master cylinder reservoir is here.
Checking Brake Fluid What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid -- such as Delco Supreme 11 (GM Part No. 12377967). Use new brake fluidfrom a sealed container only. @ Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir. I I You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap.
NOTICE: 0 0 Using the wrong fluidcan badly damage brake system parts. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, inyour brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they’ll haveto be replaced. Don’t let someoneput in the wrong kind of fluid. If’you spill brake fluid onyour vehicle’s painted surfaces, the paint finish can be damaged. Be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle. If you do, wash it off immediately. See“Appearance Care” in the Index.
Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes. Brake Adjustment Every time you make a brake stop, your disc brakes adjust for wear. Properly torqued wheel nutsare necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect brake pads for wear and evenly torque wheel nuts inthe proper sequence to GM specifications.
Battery Every new vehiclehas a Delco Freedom@battery. You never haveto add waterto one of these. When it’s time for a new battery, we recommend Delco a Freedom battery. Getone that has the replacement number shown on the original battery’s label. Vehicle Storage If you’re not going to drive your vehicle 25 fordays or more, take off the black, negative(-) cable from the battery. This will help keep your battery from running down.
Headlamps You have either a sealed beam headlamp system or a composite system. Sealed Beam Headlamps 2. Unplug the lamp assembly from the connector. 3. Install a new headlamp. 4. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the headlamp. 1. Remove the four screws from the headlamp retainer. Pull the retainer out and set it aside.
Composite Headlamps 1. Open the hood. 4. On the passenger side, turn thebulb clockwise one quarter turn. Also,to remove the bulb on the passenger side, you will need to move the battery. 2. Locate the rear side of each of the headlamps. 3. Without removing the headlamp assembly itself, remove the bulb assembly from the backof the headlamp on the driver’s side by turning the bulb counterclockwise one quarter turn. 6-34 5. Install a new bulb.Do not handle the glass part of the bulb. 6.
Front ParkingITbrn Signal Lamps To replace the front parkingkurn signal lamps: 2. Remove the lamp from the grille. 1. Remove the outer screws from the parkinghum signal lamp lens assembly. (There are either two or four screws, depending on your vehicle’s trim level.
Sidemarker Lamps 3. Remove the bulb assembly from the back of the lens and replace the bulb. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to replace the bulb. Turn the socket clockwiseto replace it in the lens assembly. 6-36 1. Remove the screw from the topof the lens.
Taillamps 1. Open the rear door. 2. Un-clip the bottom of the lamp from the grille. 3. Remove the bulb by twisting it out of the socket. Turn the bulb to remove it. Install the new bulb. 4. Reverse these steps to reinstall the lamp. 2. Push the socket protector until you can see the fasteners.
3. Remove the nuts with a deep socket wrench. 6-38 4. Remove the hidden upper nuts.
5 . Lift the lamp as you rotate it toward the rear of the vehicle. 6. Turn the sockets counterclockwise to remove.
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 7. Turn the bulb counterclockwiseto remove it. Install the new bulb. 8. Reverse the above stepsto reinstall the lamp. See “Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts”in the Index for the proper typeof replacement blade. Replacement bladescome in different types andare removed in different ways.To remove the type witha release clip: 1. To remove the old wiper blades, lift the wiper arm until it locks into a vertical position.
2. Press down on the blade assembly - pivot locking - tab. Pull down on the blade assembly to release it from the wiper arm hook. 3. Remove the insert from the blade assembly. The insert has two notches at one end that are locked by bottom claws of the blade assembly. At the notched end, pull the insert fromthe blade assembly. 4. To install the new wiper insert, slide the notched end last, into the end with twoblade claws. Slide the insert all the way through theblade claws at the opposite end. 5.
Inflation -- Tire Pressure The Certificationmire label, which is on the rear edge of the driver’s door, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’recold. “Cold” means your vehicle has beensitting for at least three hoursor driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km). NOTICE: NOTICE: (Continued) If your tires have toomuch air (overinflation), you can get the following: Unusualwear Bad handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards.
If your vehicle hassingle rear wheels, always useone of Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See “When It’s Time for New Tires” and “Wheel Replacement” later in this section for more information. If your vehicle has dual rear wheels, also see “Dual Tire Operation” later in this section.
After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Certification/Tire label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” in the Index. Rust or dirton a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could comeoff and cause an accident. Whenyou change a wheel, remove any rust or dirtfrom places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
Dual Tire Operation Buying New Tires When the vehicle isnew, or whenever a wheel, wheel bolt or wheel nut is replaced, check the wheel nut torque after 100, 1,000 and 6,000 miles (160, 1 600 and 10 000 km) of driving. For proper torque, see “Wheel Nut Torque’’ inthe Index. To find out what kind andsize of tires you need, look at the Certificationmire label. The outer tire on a dual wheel setup generally wears faster than the innertire.
grades, they mustalso conform to Federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) standards. Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tiresof different sizes or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, andyou could have a crash. Using tiresof different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle.Be sure to use the same on all wheels.
Temperature -- A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C , representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
L dT’^Y: Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affectthe braking and handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you lose control.You could havea collision in which youor others could beinjured. Always usethe correct wheel, wheel boltsand wheel nuts for replacement.
Tire Chains Appearance Care I Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings and instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you’re cleaning the inside.
I Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: 0 Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Cleaning the Insideof Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinylor leather with a clean, damp cloth. Your GM dealer has two cleaners, a solvent-type spot lifter and a foam-type powdered cleaner. They will clean normal spots and stains very well. Do not use them on vinyl or leather. Here are some cleaning tips: 1.
Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric Special Cleaning Problems First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all. Some spots and stains will clean off better with just water and mild soap. Greasy or Oily Stains If you need to use a solvent: 1. Gently scrape excess soil from the trim material with a clean,dull knife or scraper. 2. Use very little cleaner, light pressure and clean cloths (preferably cheesecloth). Cleaning should start at the outside of the stain, “feathering” toward the center.
3. If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat the area with a waterhakingsoda solution: 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup(250 ml) of lukewarm water. 4. If needed, clean lightly with solvent-type cleaner. Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry witha soft cloth. Then, let the leather dry naturally. Do not use heat to dry. Combination Stains For stubborn stains, use a leather cleaner. See your dealer for this product.
Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is notclear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, sap or other material may beon the blade or windshield. Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it may severely weaken them. Ina crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water.
Cleaning the Outsideof Your Vehicle Finish Care The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may benecessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. (See “Appearance Care and Materials” in the Index.) Your GM manufactured vehicle may have a “basecoat/clearcoat”paint finish.
Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years. You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible. abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface. Don’t take your vehicle throughan automatic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes. These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels.
I Finish Damage Chemical Paint Spotting Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may developinto a major repair expense. Some weather and atmospheric conditions cancreate a chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle. This damage can take two forms: blotchy, ringlet-shaped discolorations, and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface.
Appearance Care Materials Chart 6-57
I - Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) I-1 111 1111II IIII1.1 11111111111111 IIIIIIII 11111111 11111111 I IIIIIII I111111.11 1 111111111 II. 111111I1111111111111111111111 1 1 - Ia I Service Parts Identification Label You’ll find this label on the front passenger door frame. It’s very helpful if youever need to order parts. On this label is: SAMPLE4UXVM072675 yourVIN, 7 \ ASSEMBLY ENGINE A 9 7 CODE MODEL YEAR PLANT This is the legal identifier for your vehicle.
Electrical System Headlamp Wiring Add-on Electrical Equipment The headlamp wiring is protected by acircuit breaker in the lamp switch. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to flicker on and off, or in some cases to remain off. If this happens, have your headlamp wiring checked right away. I NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.
Instrument Panel Fuse Block The fuse block access door is on the driver’s side of the instrument panel above the hood release lever. You can remove the cover by turning the fastener counterclockwise. Be sure to use the correct fuse. If you ever have a problem on the road and don’t havea spare fuse, you can “borrow” one of 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 value you need.
POSITION 1. 2. 3. 4. NAME STOP HTD MIR CTSY GAUGES 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. HAZARD CRUISE PWR AUX Crank PARK LPS 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. AIR BAGS WIPER HTR-A/C CIG LTR ILLUM 15. 16.
POSITION 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. A. B.
Engine Compartment Fuse Relay Center Name The fuse block is on the driver's side of the engine compartment at the rear.
Name RH-HIBM ECM-I HORN LH-HDLP LH-HIBM FUEL SOL IGN-E ECM-B 6-64 Circuits Protected Right-hand High-beam Headlamp (Export Only) Ignition Coil, Crankshaft Position Sensor, VCM, Fuel Injectors, Coil Driver Horn Relay, Underhood Lamp(s) Left-hand Headlamp (Export Only) Left-hand High-beam Headlamp (Export Only) PCM, Fuel Solenoid Driver, Engine Shutoff Solenoid Air Conditioning Clutch Relay Fuel Pump Relay, VCM, PCM, Fuel Pump and Engine Oil Pressure Switch Capacities and Specifications Replacement Parts
Engine Identification -- Gasoline Engines Engine “VORTEC”5000 “VORTEC”4300 Type VIN Code Fuel System V6 w CSFI’ V8 M CSFI* “VORTEC”5700 V8 R CSFI’ “VORTEC”7400 V8 J SF12 ]Central Sequential Fuel Injection 2Sequential Fuel Injection Wheel Nut Torque MODEL All ft-lb 140 (190 N-m) Cooling System Capacity rl With Rear Heater8 “VORTEC”4300 W QTJ1 Without Rear Heater* 11 Quarts (10.4 L) “VORTEC”5000 M 17 Quarts (16 L) 20 Quarts (18.9 L) “VORTEC”5700 R 17 Quarts (16 L) 20 Quarts (18.
Crankcase Capacity ENGINE VIN Quantity With Filter Fuel Tank Capacity TYPE QUANTITY 3 1 Gallons (117.33 L) “VORTEC”4300 W 4.5 Quarts (4.3 L) Standard Tank “VORTEC”5000 M 5 Quarts (4.8 L) OptionalTank* “VORTEC”5700 R 5 Quarts (4.8 L) “VORTEC”7400 J 7 Quarts (6.5 L) All quantities are approximate. After refill, the level MUST be checked as outlined under “Engine Oil AndFilter Recommendations’’ in Section 5. **Add one additional quart for RPO 5Z1 and W O KL5 Models. 6-66 * 55 Gallons(208.
lve Normal Replacement Parts Engine “VORTEC”4300 “VORTEC”5000 “VORTEC”5700 “VORTEC”7400 VIN M Oil Filter PF52 PF1218 A917C Air Cleaner A917C Filter* A917C A917C PCV c v 7CV789C 74c cv774c cv774c Spark Plugs 41-932 4 1-932 w Fuel Filter Radiator Cap GF48 1 RC36 RC36 GF48 1 RC36 J R PF1218 PF1218 41-932 4 1-932 GF48 1 GF48 1 RC36 *Replace with AC Air Filter, Part No. A917C and for severe dusty conditions, use, AC Air Filter, PartNo. 1236C.
Lamp and Bulb Data LAMP OR BULB HEADLAMPS 2 Headlamp System (Sealed Beam System) Low/High Beam 4 Headlamp System (Composite Headlamp System) Low/High Beam High Beam LAMP OR BULB EXTERIOR Front Sidemarker Lamp Front Park and Turn Lamp Rear Parking Lamp Rear Stop and Turn Lamp Back-up Lamp Back-up Lamp Rear Park, Stop, and Turn Lamp CHMSL License Plate Lamp Underhood Lamp Reel Lamp 6-68 TRADE NO. POWER RATING AT 12.8V, WATTS H6054 35/65 2 6052 9005 TRADE NO.
LAMP OR BULB INTERIOR Dome Lamps Reading Lamps IP Courtesy Lamp Stepwell Lamp Instrument Panel Compartment Lamp Ashtray Lamp Sunshade Vanity Mirror TRADE NO. QTY.
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Section 7 MaintenanceSchedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs theseservices to retain its safety, dependability and emission control performance.
Introduction IMPORTANT: KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet, or your GM dealer for details. 7-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good workingcondition, but also helps the environment. Allrecommended maintenance procedures are important.
How This Section is Organized The remainder of this section is divided into fiveparts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer’s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs. Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous. In trying todo some jobs, you can be seriouslyinjured.
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good workingcondition. 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 ---‘ands or in many other ways.
Maintenance Schedule I Short Trip/City Definition -- Gasoline Engines I Follow the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop-and-go traffic). 0 Most trips are through dusty areas. 0 You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle.
Maintenance Schedule I '1 I Short TripKity Intervals -- Gasoline Engines Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Inspection. Every 150,000 Miles (240000 km): Cooling System Service (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first). These intervals only summarize maintenance services. Be sure to follow the complete maintenance schedule on the following pages.
Maintenance Schedule Irn Long Tripmighway Intervals -- Gasoline Engines I I &very 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Chassis Lubrication (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Drive Axle Service. Tire Rotation. Every 15,000 Miles (25000 km): Shields and Underhood Insulation Inspection (GVWR above 8,500 lbs. only). Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Fuel Filter Replacement. Air Cleaner Filter Replacement.
-- Short TripKity Maintenance ScheduleGasoline Engines The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km)should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performedat the same interval after 150,000miles (240 000 km). See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Periodic Maintenance Inspections” following. Footnotes The U.S.
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule =- Gasoline Engines I 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) 17 Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 17 Lubricate chassis components (or every 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
1 -- Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). (See footnote #.) 0Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines I 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Clean and repackthe front wheel bearings 3 months, whichever occurs first). (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first). 0Vehicles With GVWR Above 8,500 lbs. Only: Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness. Adjust or replace as required. This is a Noise Emission An Emission Control Service.
I -- J Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 0Change engine oil and filter (or every Miles (35 000 km) 1 21,000 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice. An Emission Control Service, 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). (See footnote #.) 0Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. (See footnote **.) 0Rotate tires.
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule-- Gasoline Engines I 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) 27,000 Miles (45 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
b h o r t Trip/City Maintenance Schedule=- Gasoline Engines I 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Replace air cleaner filter. 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). (See footnote #.) 17 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. (See footnote **.) 0Clean and repackthe front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first).
Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule-- Gasoline Engines 33,000 Miles (55000 km) 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule-- Gasoline Engines I 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Check axle fluid level and addfluid as needed.
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule-- Gasoline Engines I 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. (See footnote **.) 0Clean and repack ,the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first).
Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedule-- Gasoline Engines 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change automatic transmissionfluid and 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). (See footnote #.) I7 Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. (See footnote **.) 0Rotate tires.
I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines I 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every In hilly or mountainous terrain. When doing frequent trailer towing. Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every Ifyou do not use your vehicle under anyof these conditions, thefluid andfilterdo not require changing.
I -- Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines I 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occursfirst). 3 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines I 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. (See footnote ** .) 0Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first). 0Vehicles With GVWR Above 8,500 lbs.
I Short RiplCity Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines I 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) El Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.
I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule =- Gasoline Engines I 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) 69,000 Miles’(115 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
I -- Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 1 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
I Short nip/City Maintenance Schedule =- Gasoline Engines I 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) 0Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. (See footnote * * .) 0Vehicles With GVWR Above 8,500 lbs. Only: Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness. Adjust or replace as required. This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule =- Gasoline Engines I 81,000 Miles (135 000 km) 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). ,4n Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule-- Gasoline Engines I 87,000 Miles (145 000 km) 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every C l Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
I Short TriplCity Maintenance Schedu le -- Gasoline EnginesI 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued) 0Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Sewice. 0Vehicles With GVWRAbove 8,500 lbs. Only: Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness. Adjust or replace as required. This isa Noise Emission (See footnote?.) 0Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States. C l Rotate tires.
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule-- Gasoline Engines I 93,000 Miles (155000 km) 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) I7 Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. CI Lubricate chassis components (or every 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule-- Gasoline Engines 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Inspect spark plug wires. 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Sewice. An Emission Control Service. 0Replace spark plugs. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every An Emission Control Service. 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. (See footnote **.
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule-- Gasoline Engines I 150,000 Miles (240 000 km) - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. Ifyou donot use your vehicle under any of these conditions, theJiruidandjilter donot require changing. [7 Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation valve. An Emission Control Service.
I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule The services shown in thisschedule up to 100,000miles ( 166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at thesame intervals. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km). See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Periodic Maintenance Inspections” following. + A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation.
7,500 Miles (12 500 km) 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. (See footnote **.) 0Rotate tires.
I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines ~ 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) (Continued) 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) 0Vehicles With GVWR Above 8,500 lbs. 0Change engine oil and filter (or every Only: Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness. Adjust or replace as required. This is LE Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable ordy to vehicles sold in the United States. 0Rotate tires.
30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Check axle fluid level and addfluid as needed. (See footnote **.) 0Clean and repack thefront wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first). 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Indexfor proper rotation pattern and additional information.
37,500 Miles (62 500 km) 45,000 Miles (75000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occursfirst). 12 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. (See footnote * *.) 0Rotate tires.
1 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines 50,OV Miles (83 000 km) 0Vehicles With GVWR Above 8,500 lbs. Only: Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness. Adjust or replace as required. This isa Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehiclessold in the United States. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.
52,500 Miles (87 500 km) 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Cl Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. (See footnote* *.) 0Rotate tires.
Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines 1 0Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service. 0Conduct Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) (See footnote?.) I7 Replace air cleaner filter. system inspection as described in the service manual. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote?.) 0Conduct evaporative control system inspection. Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook-up, routing and condition. Check that the purge valve works properly, if equipped. Replace as needed.
67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occursfirst). 12 months, whichever occursfirst). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occursfirst). (See footnote #.) 0Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. (See footnote * * .) 0Rotate tires.
82,500 Miles (137 500 km) 0Vehicles With GVWRAbove 8,500 lbs. Only: Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness. Adjust or replace as required. This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States. 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.
Long TripMighway Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines I 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Vehicles With GVWR Above8,500 lbs. Only: Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness. Adjust or replace as required. This isa Noise Emission 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
1 Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Inspect spark plug wires. 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) 0Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. (See footnote * *.) 0Rotate tires.
Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) (Continued) In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing. - Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. - I f you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, thefluid andfilter do not require changing. 0Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve. An Emission Control Service.
Part B: Owner Checksand Services Engine Coolant Level Check Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed atthe intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL@ coolant mixtureif necessary. See “Engine Coolant”in the Index for further details. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
At Least Twicea Year At Least Oncea Year Restraint System Check Key Lock CylindersService Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors andanchorages are working properly.Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts.If you see anything that might keep a safety belt systemfrom doing itsjob, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Lubricate the key lockcylinders with the lubricant specified in PartD.
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking Brake” in the Index if necessary) and the regular brake. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake (see “Parking Brake” in the Index if necessary). NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in any other position, your vehicle needs service.
Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission PARK (P) Mechanism Check I /r\ CA J T d N : When you are doing this check, your vehicle could beginto move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged.Make sure there is room infront of your vehicle in case it begins to roll.Be ready to apply the regular brake atonce should the vehicle beginto move. 7-48 II Park on a fairly steep hill, withthe vehicle facing downhill. Keepingyour foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake.
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your GM dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Makesure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a GM service manual. See “Service and Owner Publications” in theIndex.
Rear Axle Service Brake System Inspection Check the gear lubricantlevel in the rear axle and add if needed. See “Rear Axle” in theIndex, A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the axle and repair it if needed. Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks,cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect discbrake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks.
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer. USAGE Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine) Engine Coolant Hydraulic Brake System FLUIDLUBRICANT Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol of the proper viscosity. To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see “Engine Oil” in the Index.
I USAGE Front Wheel Bearings Differential, Rear Axle Windshield Washer Solvent FLUIDLUBRICANT Wheel bearing lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category GC or GC-LB (GM Part No. 1051344 orequivalent). Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 1052271) or SAE 8OW-90 GL-5 Gear Lubricant. GM Optikleen’ Washer Solvent (GM Part No. 1051515) or equivalent. Chassis lubricant (GM Part Propeller Shaft SplineKJniversal No.
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed theservice in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them. Maintenance Record DATE .
Maintenance Record DATE 7-54 ODOMETER SERVICED READING BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED
Maintenance Record SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-55
Maintenance Record 7-56
Section 8 CustomerAssistanceInformation Here you will find out how to contact GMC if you needassistance. This section also tells you how to obtainservice publications and how to report any safety defects.
Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8-2 GMC dealers have the facilities, trained technicians and up-to-date information to promptlyaddress any concerns you may have. However, ifa concern has not been resolved to yourcomplete satisfaction, take the following steps: STEP ONE -- Discuss your concern witha member of dealership management. Normally, concernscan be quickly resolved at that level.
STEP TWO -- If after contacting amember of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact theGMC Consumer Relations Manager by calling 1-800-GMC-8782 (1-800-462-8782, Customer Assistance prompt.) In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English)or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
For prompt assistance, please have the following information Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative: booklet for addresses of GM Overseas offices. 0 Your name, address, home and business telephone numbers 0 Vehicle Identification Number (This is available from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield.
Flat Tire Change: Installation of spare tire will be covered at no charge (customer is responsible for repair or replacement of tire). Roadside Assistance I n Fuel Delivery: Delivery of enough fuel for the customer to get to the nearest service station (up to $4.00) will be covered. Jump Start: No-start situations which require a battery jump start will be covered at nocharge.
Deluxe Trip Routing: Custom-made, computerized maps using the most direct or scenic route are provided free of charge. Maps include pointsof interest and list GMC dealers along the route. Trip Routing also includes a national hotel discount book anda book of coupons. State and local maps available upon request. Please be prepared to furnish your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Trip Interruption Assistance: GMC will reimburse any reasonable trip interruption expenses (up to$500.
Just dial GMC Roadside Assistance at 1-800-GMC-8782 (1-800-462-8782, Roadside Assistance prompt) to reach a qualified representative who can assist you. Your Roadside Assistance representative will ask for the following information when your call is received: Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased inCanada have an extensive Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States.
Courtesy Transportation GMC Commitment Plus offers courtesy transportation for customers when obtaining warranty service. This program is offered in conjunction withthe 3 year/36,000 mile (60 000 km) Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Courtesy transportation includes: One way shuttle ride from the dealership (up to 10 miles (16 km))for same-day warranty repairs.
GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute Resolution Program This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty andOwner Assistance Information booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue its participation in this program.
We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction Procedure before you resort to AUTO LINE, butyou may contact the BBB at any time. The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary. If this mediation is unsuccessful, an informal hearing will be scheduled whereeligible customers may present their case to an impartial third-party arbitrator. The arbitrator will make a decision which you may accept or reject.If you accept the decision, GM will be bound by that decision.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to: Transport Canada Box 8880 Ottawa, Ontario K1G 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.
1997 GMC SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be purchased01 by filling the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order, or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.
GORD97 Owner’s Manual In Portfolio 1997 $15.00 Owner’s Manual Without Portfolio 1997 $10.00 *(Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation. Allow ample time for delivery.) Note to Canadian Customers: All listed prices are quoted in U.S.funds. Canadian residents are to make checks payable in U S . funds. To cover Canadian postage, add $1150 plus the US. order processing.
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Section 9 Index Adjustable Mast Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-28 AirBag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25 Adding Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-32 How Does it Restrain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-30 How it Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-28 Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-28 1.27.
Chains.Safety ................................. 4-34 Chains.Tire ................................... 6-49 Changing a Flat Tire ............................. 5-23 Checking Your Restraint Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-52 6-56 Chemical Paint Spotting .......................... Child Restraints ................................ 1-40 Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position . . . . . . . . . . . 1-42 Securing in the Center Front Seat Position . . . . . . . . .
Climate Control. Standard ......................... 3-2 Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Clock. Setting the . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8 Comfort Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Compact Disc Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-27 Compact Disc Player ....................... 3.18.3.22 Console Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical Equipment. Adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-59 Electrical System ............................... 6-5.9 Electronic Road Speed Governor (Gasoline Engines) . . . 2-60 Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9 Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-22 Coolant Level Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-45 Coolant Temperature Gage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
H a l o g.e n Bulbs ................................ 6-32 Hazard Warning Flashers .......................... 5-2 Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Headlamps .................................... 2-39 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-33 High/Low BeamChanger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-34 2-40 OnReminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-59 Wiring .....................
Lights Air Bag Readiness ....................... 1.27. 2.5 1 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.53.4.7 2-52 Brake System Warning ......................... Daytime Running Lamps Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-54 Interior ..................................... 2-40 1.11. 2.50 Safety Belt Reminder ..................... Service Engine Soon .......................... 2-54 4-27 Loading YourVehicle ........................... Locks .........................................
P a i n t Spotting. Chemical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-56 Park 2-24 Automatic Transmission ....................... Shifting Into ................................. 2-24 Shifting Out of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-27 Parking 2-15 AtNight .................................... Brake ...................................... 2-23 7-48 Brake Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 Lots .......................................
Shifting AutomaticTransmission ....................... 2-20 Into Park (P)................................. 2-24 OutofPark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-27 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ..................... 1- 18 Sidemarker Lamp Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-36 Signaling Turns ................................ 2-33 SIR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25 Skidding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
.. Top Strap ..................................... 1-42 Torque Lock ................................... 2-26 5-34. 6-65 Torque. Wheel Nut ......................... Towing a Trailer ................................ 4-29 5-8 Towing Your Vehicle ............................. Trailer Brakes ..................................... 4-34 4-36 Driving on Grades ............................ 4-34 Drivingwith ................................. 4-33 Hitches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WindshieldWasher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-35 Fluid ....................................... 6-27 Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-35 Fluid Level Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-45 2-34 WindshieldWiper .............................. Blade Replacement ........................... 6-40 Cleaning the Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-53 Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Station Checkpoints TIRES P6-41 BATTERY P6-32 ENGINE COOLANT RECOVERY TANK P6-24 ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK SECONDARY HOOD RELEASE P6-8 WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID P6-27 HOOD RELEASE P6-7 FUEL DOOR P6-5 For detailed information, refer to the page number listed, or see the index in the back of the owner’s manual.
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