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The 1996 GMC Sierra Owner’s Manual ............................................................. Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains the“SIR” system. FeaturesandControls This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle. 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 they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly. You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurtyou if you were to ignore 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 you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty?and it could be costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words.
Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you mayfind on your vehicle.
Model Reference This manual covers these models: Regular Cab Pickup ? Crew Cab Chassis Cab Extended Cab Pickup 3500 HD Chassis Cab vi
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems If your vehicle has a manual bucket, split bench or full bench seat, you can adjust it with this lever at the front of the seat. Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats -- how to adjust them, and fold them up and down.
Power Driver’s Seat (Option) Power Lumbar Control If you have power lumbar adjustment, you can increase or decrease lumbar support in an area of the lower seatback. If your vehicle hasa power seat on the driver’s side, you can adjust it with thesecontrols at the outside edge of the seat. You can use the round center knob to move the seat where you want it. To raise the seat, move the knob up. To lower the seat, move the knob down. To move the seat forward, move the knob toward the front of the vehicle.
Reclining Seatbacks Your vehicle will have one of these reclining seatback controls. To adjust a seatbackwith this lever, lift the front of the lever. Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it. Pull up on the frontof the lever and the seatbackwill go to an upright position. To adjust a seatbackwith this lever, move the lever rearward. Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it. Move the lever again rearward and the seatback will go to an upright position.
A CAUTION: But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. 1-4 Sitting ina reclined position when your vehicle is in motion canbe dangerous. Evenif you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined likethis. The shoulderbelt can’t do its job because it won’t be against yourbody. Instead, it will be in frontof you. In a crash you could go into it, receiving neckor otherinjuries. The lapbelt can’t do its job either. aIn crash the belt could go up over your abdomen.
Head traints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. Thisposition reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. To fold a seatbackforward on all seats exceptthe base level bench seat, pull this lever forward and fold the seatback forward. Seatback Latches The front seatback of the base level bench seat folds forward to let you access the rear of the cab. Your seatback will move back and forth freely, unless you come to a sudden stop.
To fold a seatback forward, pull this lever forward and fold the seatback forward. Easy Entry Seat (Extended Cab Only) The driver and passenger front bucket seat and the 60/40 split bench seat of your vehicle hasan easy entry feature. This makes it easy to get in and out of the rear seat. To operate the seat, pull forward on the top of this lever and tilt the back forward toward the front of the vehicle. To return the seatback to the upright position, just push the seatback rearward until it latches.
After returningthe seat to its regular position,try to move the seat with your body in order to make sure the seat is locked into place. Rear Seat (Extended Cab) ’ A\ The extended cab may have a rear folding seat which can be folded open for more seating space. To use the seat: I CAUTION: If any easy entry seat isn’t locked, it canmove. In a sudden stop or crash, the person sitting there could be injured.
The extended cab’s rear seat can also be folded up to provide more cargo space. To fold the seat: 1. Pull forward on the RELEASE lever at the side of the seat cushion, behind the passenger’s side front seat. Fold the seatback forward until it latches with the seat cushion. Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts.
i 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. to In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes aremild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn’t survive.
Put someone on it. 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 couldbe the windshield ...
Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts-- and the Answers @ 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, ismuch greater if you are belted. e.
&.’ A: If I’m a good driver, andI never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? First, you’ll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has. You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident -- even one that 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 bad drivers. We’ll start with the driver position. Most accidents occur within 25 miles (40 km) of home.
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 onthe latch plate to make sure itis 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. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips,just touching the thighs.
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive, movethe shoulder belt is right for you. adjuster to the height that To move it down, push in at the word PRESS and move the height adjuster tothe desired position. You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide. After you move the adjuster to where you wantit, try to move it down without pushing in to make sure it has locked into position.
Q: What’s wrong with this? You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder be!It is too loose. In a crash, you wouldmove 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.
&= What’s wrong with this? I A CAUTION: You can be seriously injuredi In a crash, buckled in the wrong place like this. the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always i buckle your belt into the buckle nearestyou. A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.
A CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much belt. too high. In a crash, you can slide under the The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen, notat the pelvicbones, and that could cause serious or fatalinjuries. Be sure the belt goes under the armrests. I I A: The belt is over an armrest.
Q: What's wrong with this? A CAUTION: I You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would movetoo far forward, whichwould increase the chanceof head and neck injury. Also, the beltwould apply too much force to the ribs, which aren't as strong as shoulder bones. You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen. A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times.
What’s wrong with this? A CAUTION: You can be seriously injuredby a twisted belt. In of the a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width If a belt is twisted, belt to spread impact forces. make it straight so it can work properly,or ask your dealerto fix it. A: The belt is twisted across the body.
Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System This part explains the Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) system or airbag system. Your vehicle may have an air bag for the driver. If it does, itwill say Supplemental Inflatable Restraint on the middle part of the steering wheel. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way.
Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system: A CAUTION: - You can be severely injured orkilled in a crashif -- you aren’t wearing your safety belt even if you have an airbag. Wearing yoursafety belt during a crash helps reduce your chanceof hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it. The air bag is only a “supplemental restraint.” Thatis, it works with safety beltsbut doesn’t replace them.
he Air Bag System Works Don’t put anything on, or attach anything to, the steering wheel. Also, don’t put anything (suchas pets or objects) between the driver and the steering wheel. If something is between an occupant and an air bag, it could affect the performance of the air bag or worse, it could cause injury. -- When should an air bag inflate? Where is the air bag? The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel.
In any particular crash, no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were. Inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and the vehicle’s deceleration. Vehicle damage is only one indication of this. The air bag system is designed to work properly under a wide range of conditions, including off-road usage. Observe safe driving speeds,especially on rough terrain. As always, wear your safety belt.
1 a CAUTION: When an air bag inflates, there is dust in theair. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the soon as it is safe to do so. vehicle should get out as If you have breathing problems but can’t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates, then get fresh airby opening a window or door. 0 The air bag is designed to inflate only once. After it inflates, you’ll need some new parts for your air bag system.
I Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle 1 The air bag affects how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle. You don’t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your GM dealer and the servicemanual have information about servicing your vehicle and the airbag system. To purchase a service manual, see “Service and Owner Publications” in the Index.
Q= Is there anything I might add to the front of the vehicle that could keep the air bag from working properly? A: Yes. If you add things that change your vehicle's frame, bumper system, frontend sheet metal or height, they may keep the air bag system from working properly. Also, the air bag system may not work properly if you relocate any of the air bag sensors. If you have any question about this, you should contact Customer Assistance before you modify your vehicle.
. , Right Front Passenger Position Lap Belt The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same way as the driver’s safety belt. !See “Driver Position” earlier in this section. If your vehicle has front and rear bench seats, someone can sit in the center positions. When the lap belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again.
L Front (All) When you sit in a cenIer seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt.
Rear Seat r rssengers It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people i n the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts.
Lap-Shoulder Belt (Extended Cab) The positions next to the windows have lap-shoulder belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure itis secure. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. If the belt is not long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. 2.
3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. The lap part of the belt should be worn low 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 andacross the chest.
I - Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions (Crew Cab) You can be seriously hurtif your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. If you have an Extended Cab, see“Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions (Extended Cab)” earlier in this section. To unlatch the belt, justpush the buttonon the buckle.
t Lap-Shoulder Belt (Crew Cab) The positions next to the windows have lap-shoulder belts. Here’s how to wear one properly. ~ 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt.across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 2. Push the latch plateinto the buckle until itclicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. When the lap belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the wayand start again.
You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder is belt too loose.In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt shouldfit against your body. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d beless 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.
Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smallerthan adult size. I n 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 A CAUTION: Smaller children and babies should always be restrained in a child or infant restraint. The instructions for the restraint will say whether itis the right type andsize for your child.
at only 25 mph (40 k d ) , a 124b. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly becomea 2404b. (110 kg) force on your arms. The babywould be almost impossible to hold. Secure the baby in an infant restraint. Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much until a crash. Duringa crash a babywill become so heavy you can’t holdit.
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. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle, but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury.
Top Strap Securing a Child Restraint ina Rear Outside Seat Position (Extended Cab) If you nave a Crew Cab, see “Securing a Child Restraint. in a Rear Outside Seat Position (Crew Cab)” later in this section. If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. If you need to have an anchor installed, you can ask your GM dealer to put it in for you. If you want to install an anchor yourself, your dealer can tell you how to doit. You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt.
3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions e will show you how. Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face orneck, put it behind the child restraint.
6. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sureit is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way.’The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint ina Rear Outside Seat Position (CrewCab) 5. To tighten the belt, pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint.
You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 1 1. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 2. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’ssafety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.
5 . Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle's safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger.
Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position You’ll be using the lap belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one.
4. Run the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. Rear (Extended and Crew Cab) 1. Make the belt as long as possibleby tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt. 2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. ~ Rear (Extended and Crew Cab) 3. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say.
6. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. If it isn’t, secure the restraint in a different place in the vehicle and contact the child restraint maker for their advice about how to attach the child restraint properly. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt. It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger.
You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 1. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 2. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.
c 5. Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger.
en 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. 0 Children who aren’t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash. 0 Children who aren’t buckled up can strike other people who are.
I A CAUTION: Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a be crushed together crash, the two children can and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person ata time.
I Never dothis. Here a childis sitting ina seat that hasa lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind in this way, in the child. If the child wears the belt a crash the child might slide under belt. the The belt’s force would then be applied righton the or child’s abdomen. That could cause serious fatal injuries. Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs.
Safety Belt Extender Checking Your Restraint SI ~tems I f the vehicle‘s safety belt will hsten around you, you should use it. Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look ,for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts‘? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash,then you need new belts. If you ever see alabel on the right front passenger’s safety belt in an Extended Cab model that says to replace the belt, be sure to do so. Then the new belt will be there to help protect you in a collision.
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Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn .about the many standard and optional featureson your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained arethe instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem. Keys Leaving young children ina vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could-be badly injuredor even killed.
Your vehicle has one double-sided key for the ignition and all door locks. Tailgate You can open the tailgate by lifting up on its handle while pulling t.he tailgate toward you. To shut the tailgate, firmly push it away from you into the latch. When you put the tailgate back up, pull it back towara you, to be sure that it latches securely. Tailgate Removal If you ever lose your keys, your dealer will be able to assist you with obtaining new ones.
Third Door (Option) To remove the tailgate: 1. Raise the tailgate slightly and release both retaining cable clips.To release the cable clips, lift the cable so it points straight out and push the cable clipsforward. 2. With the tailgate at a slight upward angle, pull back on the tailgate at the right edge and then move the tailgate to theright to release the left edge. Reverse the above procedure to re-install. Make sure the tailgate is secure.
~ There are several ways to lock and.unlock your vehicle. Door Locks I Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out. When a isdoor locked, the inside handlewon't open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle. This may not beso obvious: You increase the chance of being thrown outof the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren'tlocked.
Power Door Locks (Option) Press the bottom of the power door lock switch, marked LOCK, on either front door to lock all the doors at once.Press the ribbed side of the switch to unlock all the doors at once. Your Keyless Entry System operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle To unlock the driver’s door, press the UNLOCK button. If you press this button again within five seconds, all the doors (except the rear seat access door)will unlock. Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, areplacement can be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer.
To replace the batteries: rheft 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 it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves -- so don’t do it. 1. Insert a dime in the side seam of the transmitter housing, near the key ring hole.
Parking at Night 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. Parking Lots If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’s best to lock it up and take your keys. But what if you have to leave your ignition key? What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle? 0 Put your valuables in a storage area, like your glove box.
Ignition Positions You can use your Key to turn your ignition switch to five different positions. LOCK (B): This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transmission. It's a theft-deterrent feature. You will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK. OFF (C): This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel. It doesn't lock the steering wheel like LOCK.
NOTICE: If your key seems stuck inLOCK and you can’t turn it, be sureit is all the way in. If it is, then turn the steeringwheel left and right while you turn thekey hard. But turn thekey only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch. If none of this works, then yourvehicle needs service. Key Release Button The ignition key cannot be removed from the ignition of manual transmission vehicles unless the key release button is used.
Starting Your Gasoline Engine Manual transmission If you have a diesel engine, see “Starting Your Diesel Engine” in the Diesel Engine Supplement. The gear selector should be in NEUTRAL (N). Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine. Your vehicle won’t start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down -- that’s a safety feature. Automatic transmission Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won’t start in any other position -- that’s a safety feature.
3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), wait 15 seconds and start over. When the engine starts, let go of the key and the accelerator pedal. I NOTICE: Your engine is designed to workwith the electronics in yourvehicle. If you add electrical parts oraccessories, you could change theway the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with yourdealer. If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly.
Automatic Transmission Operation .. Plugging the cord intoan 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 AC outlet. If the cord won't reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord ratedfor at least 15 amps. 3. After you've used the coolant heater, be sure to store the cord a s it was before t o keep it away from moving engine parts.
PARK (P): This locks your rear wheels. It’s the best position t o use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily. if’you have four-wheel drive, your vehicle -- I It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK(P) with the parking brake firmly set.Your vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engineis running unlessyou have to. If you have left the engine running, thevehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured.
REVERSE (R):Use this gear to back up. NOTICE: Shifting to REVERSE (R)while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transmission. Shift toREVERSE (R)only after your vehicle is stopped. rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow. ice or sand without damaging your transmission, see “Stuck: In Sand. Mud, Ice or Snow” in the Index. I Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) while is your engine is “racing” (running at high speed) dangerous.
AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (0): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: 0 Going less than about 35 mph (56 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. 0 Going about 35 mph (56 k d h j or more, push the accelerator all the way down. You’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power. AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (GO)can be used when towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load or driving o n steep hills.
Manual Transmission FIRST (2): Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (2). Then. slowly let up on the clutch pedal 5-Speed (with Low Gear) as you press the accelerator pedal. Here's how to operate your transmission: LOW ( 1 ) is intended only for heavy loads and is not recommended for normal driving. For normal driving conditions, start your vehicle moving in the second gear position (FIRST (2)). LOW (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into LOW ( 1 ).
NEUTRAL (N): Use this position when YOLI start or idle your engine. 5-Speed (Without Low Gear) REVERSE (R): To back up, first press down the clutch pedal. Wait about five seconds for the internal parts to stop spinning and then shift into REVERSE (R). Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal. FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST ( I ). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal.
NEUTRAL (N): Use this position when you start or idle your engine. REVERSE (R): To back up, first press down the clutch pedal. Wait about five seconds for the internal parts to stop spinning and then, shift into REVERSE (R). Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal. . NOTICE: Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving could damage your transmission.
If your speed drops below 20 mph (32 km/h), orif the engine is not running smoothly, you should downshift to the next lower gear. You may have to downshift two or more gears tokeep the engine running smoothly or for good performance. If you have a five-speed manual transmission with low gear (RPO MW3), the following chartsshow when to shift to the next higher gear forbest fuel economy. Acceleration Shift Speeds VIN Code 2 to 3 3 to 4 4 to 5 4.
Locking Rear Axle (Option) Front Axle Locking Feature If you have this feature, your 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. The front axle locks and unlocks automatically when you shift the transfer case. Some delay for the axle to lock or unlock is normal.
An indicator near the lever shows you the transfer case settings: 2H (2-Wheel High): This setting is for driving in most street and highway situations. Your front axle is not engaged in two-wheel drive. 4H (4-Wheel High): This setting engages your front axle to help drive your vehicle. Use 4H when you need extra traction, such as on wet or icy roads, or in most off-road situations. The front axle portion of the indicator diagram will light up when you shift into four-wheel drive.
To shift into or out of 4-WHEEL LOW (4L) or NEUTRAL (N): Electronic Transfer Case (Option) 1. Slow the vehicle to aroll, about 1 to 3 mph (2 to 5 km/h) and shift an automatic transmission into NEUTRAL (N), or with a manual transmission press the clutch pedal. 2. Shift the transfer case shift lever in one continuous motion. Don’t pause in NEUTRAL (N) as you shift the transfer case into 4-WHEELLOW (4L), oryour gears could clash.
4HI: This setting engages your front axle to help drive your vehicle. Use 4HI when you need extra traction, such as on snowy or icy roads, or in most off-road situations. Shifting from 4HI to 2HI 4LO: This setting also engages your front axle to give you extra traction. You may never need 4LO. It sends the maximum power to all four wheels. You might choose 4LO if you were driving off-road in sand, mud or deep snow and climbing or descending steep hills.
Shifting from 4LO to 4HI or 2HI Parking Brake To shift from 4LO to 4HI or 2H1, your vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph (4.8 km/h) with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N). The preferred method for shifting out of 4LO is to have your vehicle moving 1 to 2 mph (1.6 to 3.2 km/h). Press and release the 4HI switch. You must wait for the 4HI indicator light to stop flashing and remain illuminated before shifting your transmission into gear.
NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other partsof your vehicle. Always check to 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. That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving.
I . Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) position like this: 0 Move the lever up as fa-as it will go. 3. If you have four-wheel drive, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear -- not in NEUTRAL (N). 0 Pull the lever toward you. 4. Turn the ignition key to LOCK. 5 . 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 Engine Running (Automatic Transmission Models Only) I A ‘CAUTION: It canbe dangerous toleave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift leveris not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmlyset. If you have four-wheel drive with a manual transfer case shift lever and your transfer case is in NEUTRAL (N), your vehicle will be free toroll, even if your shift lever is in PARK (P).
Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission Models Only) Before you get outof your vehicle, put your manual transmission in REVERSE (R), turn off the engine, and firmly apply the parking brake. Parking Over Things That Burn f If you have four-wheel drive,be sure your transfer case is in a drive gear. Your vehicle could roll if it isn’t. If you are parkingon a hill, orif you are pulling a trailer, see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.
Engine Exhaust -A CAUTION: Engine exhaust cankill. 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 in if: Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. Your vehicle was damaged in a collision. Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on theroad orover road debris. Repairs weren’t done correctly. Your vehicle or exhaust systemhad been modified improperly.
CAUTION: .*.. It canbe dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift leveris not fully inPARK (P) with the parking brake firmlyset. Your vehiclecan roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engineis running unless you have to. If you’ve left the engine running, thevehicle can move suddenly. You or otherscould 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).
down mode. The express down mode can be canceled at any time by pressing the opposite side of the switch. To open the window part way, lightly tap the switch until the window is at the desired position. Lockout Switch (Crew Cab) Sliding Rear Window (Option) To open the sliding rear window, unlock the latch lever by moving the lever toward the driver’s side. Release the lever from the latch plate and slide the window toward the driver’s side of the vehicle.
I I unction Lever ilt Wheel (Option) A tilt steering wheel allows 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. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level, then release the lever to lock the wheel in place. .. ... . .
. , ’hrn Signal and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These po.sitionsallow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the leverwill return automatically. An arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change.
Winds1 .:Id Wipers You control the windshield wipers by turning the knob with the wiper symbol on it. For steady wiping at low speed, turn the knob to the LOW position. For high-speed wiping, turn the knob further, to HIGH. To stop the wipers. move the knob to the OFF position. Be sure t o clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. I f they are frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts.
Driving without washer fluid can be dangerous. A bad mud splash can block your vision. You could hit another vehicle or go off the road. Check your washer fluid level often. A CAUTION: In freezing weather, don't use your washer until the windshieldis warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can formice on the windshield, blocking your vision. Cruise Control (Option) When you apply your brakes, the cruise control shuts off. Cruise control can be dangerous where you can't drive safely at a steady speed.
Resuming a Set Speed Setting Cruise Control 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. A CAUT’3N: If you leave your cruise control switch on when you’re not using cruise,you might hit a button and go into cruise whenyou don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control.
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed: Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Press the button at the end of the lever, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed. Move the cruise switch from ON to WA. Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, and then release the switch.
Lamps Your parking lamp and headlamp switch is on the driver's side of your instrument panel. Rotate the knob clockwise again to the master lamp symbol to turn on all the lamps listed as well as the headlamps. Rotate the knob counterclockwise to OFF to turn off your, lamps. Rotate the thumb wheel next to the knob up 'to adjust instrument panel lights.
Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. The DRL system will make your headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when: the ignition is on, the headlamp switch is off, and the parking brake is released. When the DRL are on, only your headlamps will be on.
Underhood Reel Lamp Fog Lam1 If you have fog lamps. use them for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. Your parking lamps andor low-beam headlamps must be on for your fog lamps to work. The fog lamp switch is on the lower edge of your instrument panel. Press the ribbed top part of the switch to turn the fog lamps on. Press the bottom of the switch t o turn them off. A light will glow in the switch when the fog lamps are on. Remember, fog lamps alone will not give off as much light as your headlamps.
Interior Lamps Front ReadingLamps (Option) Instrument PanelIntensity Control The instrument panel intensity control is located to the right of the headlamp switch. If your vehicle has reading lamps, press the button next to the lamp to turn the lamp on. The lamps can be adjusted to point in the direction you want. Rotate the thumb wheel up to adjust instrument panel lights.
dome lamps to come on automatically when the doors are open, or remain off. To turn the lamps off, press 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,press the button again and return it to the “out” position. With the button in this position, the dome lamps will come on when you open the door.
Electrochromic Inside RearviewMirror with Compass (Option) Your vehicle may have an electrochromic inside rearview mirror. When on, the mirror automatically dims to the proper level to minimize glare from lights behind you after dark. The mirror also includes an eight point compass display in the upper right corner of the mirror face. When on, the compass automatically calibrates as the vehicle is driven.
To adjust for compass variance: I . Use the CAL switch located at the bottom of the mirror housing near the on/off switch. A safety pin or paper clip can be used to press in the button. Press and hold the CAL switch for five seconds until a zone number appears in the display. 2 . Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map. 3. Press the CAL switch on the bottom of the mirror until the new zone number appears in the display.
Convex Outside Mirror Center Overhead Console (Option) Your passenger’s side mirror may be convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. Your vehicle may have an overhead console. It has storage compartments inside it. Installing a Garage Door Opener If you have a gamge door opener, the front overhead compartment canbe used to conveniently store the opener. A convex mirror can make things(like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are.
Pe.el the protective backing from the hook and loop patch. Press it firmly to the back of your garage door opener, as close to the center of the opener as possible. Center the garage door opener activation button over the console door button. and press the opener firmly into place. The pegs inside the compartment door are used to make sure the button on the compartment door will contact the control button on the garage dooropener.
With the garage door opener positioned properly and the right number of pegs in place, you should only have to press the PUSH button slightly to operate the opener. Adjust the positionof the garage door opener and addor remove pegs, as needed, until the opener operates properly. Sunglasses Storage Compartment Place your sunglasses in the compartment door with the lenses facing out. The center overhead compartment can be used to conveniently store your sunglasses.
Memo Pad Holder Your vehicle may have a memo holder attached to the front of the console. Use it to hold pads of paper or similar items. Instrument Panel Cupholder Your vehicle has a cupholder in the middle of the instrument panel. To use the cupholder, pull the handle and slide the cupholder tray open. To close the cupholdel-, slide it back in the instrument panel.
There is also a drawer that slides out at the bottom of CassetteKompact Disc Storage To open it, lift the latch handle and swing the door open. Your console also has a cupholder that swings out for the back seat passengers to use. 2-50 Your vehicle may have a cassette/compact disc holder a t the front of the console. The holder will store LIPto four compact disc cases, LIP t o four cassette tape cases, or any combination of these items that adds up to four.
Your vehicle includes anumber of storage compartments for storageof often used items. Underhood Storage Area Some vehicles have storage areas in the instrument panel. Use these spaces foritems such as gloves or small books. Some models have a storage pocket on each of the front doors. Some vehicles have a storage area behind the seat. Armrest Storage Compartment Your vehicle may have a center armrest storage compartment in the front bench seat.
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter To remove a rear ashtray. press down on the inside tabs and open the door fully. Front Ashtray The front ashtray is located at the bottom of the instrument panel. Pull on the notch in the ashtray door to open it. NOTICE: If you store paperor other things that burnin your ashtrays, they could be set on fire by cigarettes or other smoking materials. That could cause a fire and possibly damage yourvehicle. Do not store papers and other things that burn in your ashtrays.
Accessory Power Outlets Sun Visors To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can also swing them out to helpblock glare at the front and side windows. Your visor may have a strapto hold small items,such as maps. Some visors have an extender on the inside edge. When the visor is down, pull the extender out for extra glare coverage at the front or side. Two auxiliary power outlets are locatednear the cigarette lighter.
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A. Dome Lamp Switch K. Ashtray B. Lamp Controls C. Air Outlets D. Multifunction Lever E. Instrument Cluster L.Cupholder M. Auxiliary Power Outlets N. Storage Area or Compact Disc Player (Option) 0. Rear Window Defogger Switch (Option) E Gearshift Lever P. Tilt Lever (Option) G. Audio System Q. Parking Brake Release H. Comfort Control System R. Hood Release I. Glove Box S. FuseBlock J.
Instrument Panel Cluster CHECK GAGES ANTI LOCK SERVICE ENGINE SOON TRIP loo 0 0 oolol 1 APPLY TO SHIFT FROM PARK United States version shown, Canada similar. Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You'll know how fast you're going, about how much fuel you have and many other things you'll need to know to drivesafely and economically.
lee leter and Odometer lour speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). Tamper-Resistant Odometer Your odometer is tamper-resistant. Theodometer will show silver lines between the numbers if someone tries to turn it back. You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed.
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions.
Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electricalsystem for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors, the airbag module, the wiring and the diagnostic module. For more information on the air bag system, see “Air Bag” in the Index. AIR BAG You will see this light flash for a few seconds when you turn your ignition to RUN or START.
Voltmeter I 9 n 19 When your engine is not running, but the ignition is in the RUN position, this gage shows your battery’s state of charge in DC volts. When the engine is running, the gage shows the condition of the charging system. Readings between the low and high warning zones indicate the normal operating range. 2-60 Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an extended period.
Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though,you need both parts working well. If the warning light comes on, there could be a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. BRAKE This light should come on briefly when you turn 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 a problem.
Qnti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ANTI LOCK With the anti-lock brake. system, this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds. That’s normal. If the light stays on, orcomes 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.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service - ;ineSoon Light) (Gasoline Engine) SERVICE ENGINE SOON I NOTICE: Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This system is called OBD I1 (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment. (In Canada, OBD TI is replaced by Enhanced Diagnostics.
If the LightIs Flashing If the Light Is On Steady The following may prevent more serious damage to You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: your vehicle: Reduce vehicle speed. Did you just put fuel into your vehicle? Avoidhard accelerations. If so7reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed.
Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel (see "Fuel" in the Index). Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stallingwhen you put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitaIion on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration. (These conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up.) This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on.
A / Shift Light CAUTION: l!,L. Don’t keep drivingif the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire.You or otherscould be burned. Check your oil as soon aspossible and have your vehicle serviced. I NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can becostly and is not coveredby your warranty. 2-66 This light is used on some models with manual transmissions. SHIFT The SHIFT indicator light will help you get the best fuel economy.
Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light Check Gages Light This light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine. This light goes on whenever the DRL are on. CHECK GAGES When it begins to get dark, the DRL indicator light is a reminder to turn on your headlamps. If the light comes on and stays on w.hile you are driving, it could indicate a problem with your vehicle. It could be a problem with your oil pressure, coolant temperature, or some other problem.
Fuel Gage 8 1 The fuel gage, when the ignition is on, tells you about how much fuel you have left in your tank. E The gage will first indicate EMPTY (E) before you are out of fuel, and you should get more fuel as soon as possible. Here are four situations you may experience with your fuel gage. None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gage. At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads FULL (F). It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated.
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 Standard Climate Control System Fan Knob The knob on the left side 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 airtlow, move it toward LO.
Mode Knob Optional Climate Control System The right knob on the control panel allows you to choose the direction of air delivery. The control knob can be placed in any position between two mode settings to blend the flow of air. +e /J VENT: This setting directs air through the instrument panel outlets. +* + VENT/HEAT ’Use this setting to divide airflow between the floor outlets and instrument panel outlets. +iJ e H E A T B ; This setting directs air through the floor outlets.
Temperature Knob The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the relative temperature of the air flowing into the passenger area of your vehicle. This knob will allow you to adjust the relative air temperature independently of the function knob setting. Move the knob clockwise toward the red area for warmer air. Move the knob counterclockwise toward the blue area for coolerair. The right knob on the control panel allows you to choose the direction of air delivery.
The A/C button, between the temperature and mode knobs, allows the air coming into your vehicle to be cooled. This setting is useful for normal cooling on hot days. When you use A/C with the recirculation button pushed in, turn off recirculation as soon as the vehicle reaches a comfortableinterior temperature. With the A/C on, move the temperature knob to MAX for maximum cooling.
Ventilation Tips Your vehicle has air outlets in the center and on the sides of your instrument panel. You can move the outlets from side to side or up and down to direct the flow of air, or close the outlets altogether. When you close an outlet, it will increase the flow of air coming out of any outlets that are open. These outlets do not completely shut off airflow when in the closed position. 0 Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or any other obstruction (such as leaves).
Rear Window Defogger (Option) - If you see lines running across the rear window, you have the rear window defogger. The lines warm the glass. To turn on the rear window defogger, press this button next to the fan control knob. The rear window defogger will only work if the ignition switch is turned to RUN. For best results, clear the window of as much snow or ice as possible first. The defogger will shut itself off after several minutes. If you need additional warming time, press the button again.
Setting the Clockfor Systems without Automatic Tone Control AM-FM Stereo Press SFT. Within five seconds, press and hold the SEEK right arrow until the correct minute appears on the display. Press and hold the SEEK left arrow until the correct hour appears on the display. Setting the Clockfor Systems with Automatic Tone Control Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears on the display. Press and hold MIN until the correct minute appears on the display.
Finding a Station AM-FM: Press the lower knob to get AM or FM. TUNE: Turn this knob to tune in radio stations. SEEK: Press the right amow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there. SCAN: Pre.ss both SEEK buttons to listen to a few seconds of each radio station. SCAN will light’up on the display. Press the right arrow to tune in the next higher station and press the left arrow to tune to the next lower station.
ANI-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player (Option) Find.ing a Station AM-FM: Press the lower knob to get AM or FM. TUNE: Turn this knob to tune in radio stations. SEEK: Press this button and the radio will tune to the next higher or lower station and stay there. PUSHBUTTONS: The four numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations.You can set up to 14 stations (sevenAM and seven FM). 1. Tune in the desired station. 2. Press SET.
P.SCAN: Press both SEEK buttons to scan through each of the preset stations. The system will scan through and play each preset station stored o n your pushbuttons for a few seconds. Press either SEEK button or RECALL to stop scanningthrough the preset stations. Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tdpes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player.
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Automatic Tone Control (Option) SCV This is the Speed-Compensated-Volume (SCV) knob. Move the controlring behind the PWR-VOL knob clockwiseto adjust the SCV. Set the volume at the desired level. As you drive, the SCV automatically increases the volume, as necessary, to overcome road and wind noise at any particular speed. Thevolume should always sound the same. Each clockwise position on the control ringallows for more compensation at a faster rate.
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. AUTO TONE: Press this button to select among the five preset equalization settings and tailor the sound to the music or voice being heard.
Setting the Tone Playing a Cassette Tape BASS: Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position. Turn the knob clockwise to increase the bass and counterclockwise to decrease the bass. When the BASS control is rotated, the AUTO TONE setting will change to MAN. Push the knob back i n to its stored position when done. Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well i n this player.
NEXT (3): Press NEXT or the SEEK right arrow to search for the next selection. A minimum three-second blank gap is required for the player to stop atthe beginning of the selection. Thetape direction arrow will blink during the SEEK operation. REV (4): Press this button to rapidly reverse the tape to the beginning of the cassette reel 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 REV operation.
CD Adapter Kits Although this is not a recommended practice, it is possible to use a CD adapter kit with your cassette tape player. The adapter kit cassette should begin playing like a regular audio cassette tape once inserted. If the cassette immediately ejects, turn the radio off, turn the ignition on and press and hold the TAPE AUX buttonuntil the tape icon flashes on the display. Insert theadapter cassette again. It will power up the radio and begin playing.
If the disc comes back out and ERR appears on the display, it could be that: The disc is upside down. It is dirty, scratched or wet. There’s too much moisture in the air. (Wait about an hour and try again.) You are driving on a very rough road. Please contact your dealer if any error recurs or cannot be corrected. TAPE AUX: With a disc loaded in the player and the radio playing, press this button once to play the compact disc. To return to playing the radio, press AM-FM.
AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control (Option) S J: This is the Speed-Compensated-Volume (SCV) knob. Move the control ring behind the PWR-VOL knob clockwise to adjust the SCV. Set the volume at the desired level. As you drive, the SCV automatically increases the volume, as necessary, to overcome road and wind noise at any particular speed. The volume should always sound the same. Each clockwise position on the control ring allows formore compensation at a faster rate.
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. There will be no sound when using the SCAN feature. P.SCAN: The preset scan button lets you scan through your favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons. Select either the AM, FMI or FM2 mode and then press P.SCAN. It will scan through each station stored on your 2.
BAS Press'lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position. Turn the knob clockwise to increase the bass and counterclockwise to decrease thebass. When the BASS control is rotated, the AUTO TONE setting will change to MAN. Push the knob back in to its stored position when done. TREB: Press lightly on the TREB knob to release it from its stored position. Turn the knob clockwise to increase the treble and counterclockwise to decrease the treble.
RECALL: Press this button to see what track is playing. Press it again within five seconds to see how long the CD has been playing that track. Elapsed time is displayed in minutes and tenths of a second. The track number will also appear when a new track begins to play. Press RECALL again to return to the time display. 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.
Theft-Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK" is designed to discourage theft of your radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever batterypower is removed. The THEFTLOCK feature for the radiomay be used or ignored. If ignored, the system playsnormally and the radio is not protected by the feature. If THEFTLOCK is activated, your radio will not operate if stolen. When THEFTLOCK is activated, the radio will display LOC to indicate a locked condition anytimebattery power is removed.
Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a PowerLoss Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: 1. LOC appears when the ignition is on. 2. Press MN and 000 will appear on the display. 3. Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code. 4. Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code. 5. Press AM-FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down.
Understanding Radio Reception FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound. But FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles ( 1 6 to 65 km). Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to come and go. AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially atnight. The longer range,however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power line?.
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 not operate properly or may cause failureof the tape player. Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use.
Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” in the Index.) Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.” Assume that pedestrians or other drivers aregoing to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do.
Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive. But what if people do? How much is “too much” if the driver plans to drive? It’s a lot less than many might think. Although it depends on each person and situation, here is some general information on the problem.
Since alcohol iscarried in body water, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks. The law in many U.S. states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 0.10 percent. In a growing number of U.S. states, and throughout Canada, the limit is 0.08 percent. In some other countries, it’s even lower. The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0.04 percent. The BAC will be over 0.
The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision. There’s something else aboutdrinking 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 do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you have to 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 rime. Average reaction time is about 3/4 of a second.
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate alot 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. You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard. A computer senses that wheels 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 closeto the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows orstops. 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.
Suppose you’re steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control systems -- steering and acceleration -- have to do their work where the tires meet the road. Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places. You can lose control. What should you do if this ever happens? Ease up on the accelerator pedal, steer the vehicle the way you want it to go, and slow down. Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed.
Road Rea ---:y 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 RECOVERY - - -r- -- RECOVER 0- 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 0 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you’re awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you’re following a larger vehicle. Also, you won’t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep back a reasonable distance. 0 When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up, start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and don’t get too close.
@ Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror, activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane. (Remember that if your right outside mirror is convex, the vehicle you just passed may seem to be farther away from you than it really is.
A cornering skid and an acceleration skid are best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal. If your vehicle starts to slide, easeyour foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go. If you start steering quicklyenough, your vehicle may straighten out. Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs. Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice, gravel or other material is on the road.
Before You Go Off-Roading There are some things to do before you go out. For example, be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done. Check to make sure all underbody shields (if so equipped) are properly attached. Be sure you read all the informationabout your four-wheel-drive vehicle in this manual.
Environmental Concerns Traveling to Remote Areas Off-road driving can provide wholesomeand satisfying recreation. However, it also raises environmental concerns. GM recognizes these concerns and urges every off-roader to follow these basic rules for protecting the environment: a Always use established trails,roads and areas that have been specially set aside for public off-road recreational driving; obey all posted regulations. It makes sense to plan your trip, especiallywhen going to a remote area.
Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off-road driving. One of the best ways to control your vehicle is to control your speed. Here are some things to keep in mind. At higher speeds: you approach things faster and you have less time to scm the terrain for obstacles. you have less time to react. you have more vehicle bounce when you drive over obstacles. you’ll need more distance for braking, especially since you’re on an unpaved surface.
When you drive over obstaclesor rough terrain, keep a firm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs or other surfax features can jerk the wheel out of your hands if you’re not prepared. When you drive over bumps, rocks, or other obstacles, your wheels can leave the ground. If this happens, even with one or two wheels, you can’t control the vehicle as well or at all. Because you will be on an unpaved surface, it‘s especially important to avoid sudden acceleration, sudden turns or sudden braking.
Are there obstructions on the hill that can block your path (boulders, trees, logs or ruts)‘? Approaching a Hill When you approach a hill, you need to decide if it’s one of those hills that’s just too steep to climb, descend or cross. Steepnesscan be hard to judge. On a very small hill, for example,there may be a smooth, constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top.
0 Try to drive straight up the hill if at all possible. If the path twists and turns, you might want to find another route. I b CAUTION: Turning or driving across steep hills can be dangerous. You could lose traction, slide sideways, and possibly roll over. You could be seriously injured or killed. When driving uphills, always try togo straight up. 0 0 Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffic know you're there. 0 Use your headlamps even during the day.
What should I do if my vehicle stalls, or is about to stall, andI can’t make it up the hill? A: If this happens, there are some things you should do, and these are some things you must not do. First, here’s what you shalrlcl do: Push the brake pedal to stop the vehicle and keep it from rolling backwards. Also, apply the parking brake. If your engine is still running, shift the transmission to REVERSE (R), release the parking brake, and slowly back down the hill in REVERSE (R).
&.’ Suppose, after stalling,I try to back down the hill and decideI just can’t doit. What should 1 do? A: Set the parking brake. put your transmission in PARK (Pj (or the manual transmission in FIRST ( I )) and turn off the engine. Leave the vehicle and go get some help. Exit on the uphill side and stay clear of the path the vehicle would take if it rolled downhill. Do not shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL (N) when you leave the vehicle. Leave it in some gear.
Driving Downhill When off-roading takes you downhill, you’ll want to consider a number of things: ’ A CAUTION: Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakes to overheat and fade. This could cause lossof control and a serious accident. Apply the brakes lightly when descendinga hill and use a low gear to keep vehicle speed under control.
A: 0 Am I likely to stall when going downhill? Driving Across an Incline It’s much more likely to happen going uphill. But if it happens going downhill, here’s what to do. Sooner or later, an off-road trail will probably go across the incline of a hill. If this happens, you have to decide whether to try to drive acrossthe incline. Here are some things to consider: Stop your vehicle by applying the regular brakes. Apply the parking brake.
@ Q.’ What if I’m driving across an incline that’snot too steep, butI hit some loose gravel and start to I do? slide downhill. What should Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse. I f you drive across a rock with the uphill wheels, or if the downhill wheels drop into a rut or depression, your vehicle can tilt even more. A: For reasons like these, you need to decidecarefully whether to tryto drive acrossan incline.
Stalling on an Incline If your vehicle stallswhen you're crossing an incline, be sure you (and your passengers) get out on the uphill side, even if the door there is harder to open. If you get out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll over, you'll be right in its path. If you have to walk down the slope. stay out of the path the vehicle will take if it does roll over. ' I Getting out on the downhill (low) side of a vehicle stopped across an inclineis dangerous.
Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice When you drive in mud, snow or sand, your wheels won’t get good traction. You can’t accelerate as quickly, turning is more difficult, and you’ll need longer braking distances. Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction. On these surfaces, it’s very easy to lose control. On wet ice, for example, the traction is so poor that you will have difficulty accelerating. And if you do get moving, poor steering and difficult braking can cause you to slide out of control.
Driving in Water Light rain causes no special off-road driving problems. But heavy rain can mean flash flooding, and flood waters demand extreme caution. Find out how deep the water is before you drive through it. If it’s deep enough to cover your wheel hubs, axles or exhaust pipe, don’t try it -- you probably won’t get through. Also, water that deep can damage your axle and other vehicle parts. If the water isn’t too deep, then drive through it slowly.
Dr g at I\ Remove any brush or debristhat has collected on the underbody, chassis orunder the hood. These accumulations can be a fire hazard. After operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings cleaned and checked. These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking. Check the body structure, steering, suspension, wheels, tires and exhaust system for damage. Also, check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage. Your vehicle will require more frequent service due to off-road use.
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 he.adlamps behind you. 0 Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. 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 safe place and rest.
Driving in Rain andon Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because 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 fall while you are driving. The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for drivingo n dry pavement. The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see.
I Wet brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose controlof the vehicle. of water or After driving through a large puddle a vehicle wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally. Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some vehicle washes can cause problems, 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 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. Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. But it can if your tires haven’t much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low. It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road.
City Driv---, Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: 0 Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip. 0 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 the corner is busy enough to need it.
Freeway Driving At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traffic. Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow. Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed. Switch on your turn signal, check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary. Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow.
The exit speed is usually posted. Here are some things you can check before a trip: Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to your sense of motion. After driving forany distance at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are.
hway Hypnosis ‘--b Hill and Mountain Roads Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lackof awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the humof the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that canmake you sleepy.
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. ~h CAUTION: Coasting downhill inNEUTRAL (N) or with the ignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they wouldn’t work well. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill. You could crash.
Winter Driving 1nclude.an icescraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and a , couple of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction. Be sureyou properly secure these items in your vehicle.
Accelerate gently. Try not tobreak the fragile traction. If you accelerate too fast,the drive wheels will spin and polish the surfaceunder 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 an anti-lock braking system, you’ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement. See “Anti-Lock” in the Index. What’s the worst time for this?“Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice canbe slick and hard to driveon.
If You’re Caught in a Blizzard - Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no 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. If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation.
I /1\ CAJTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcomeyou and kill you. You can’t see it orsmell it,so you might not know it is in your vehicle. Clear away snow from around the baseof your vehicle, especially any that is blocking your exhaustpipe. And check around again from time to time to be sure snow doesn’t collect there. Open a window just a little on the ofside the vehicle that’s away from the wind.
Loading Your Vehicle your front and rear axles, you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle. Your dealer can help you with this. Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline. Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or the GAWR for either the front orrear axle. \ ", ,. , I --- SEE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION n U I The Certificatiomire label is found on the rear edgeof the driver's door or in the Incomplete Vehicle Document in the cab.
CriUTdN: r Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum frontor rear GAWR. If you do, parts on yourvehicle can break, way your vehicle handles. or it can change the These could cause you to lose control. Also, overloading can shorten thelife of your vehicle. NOTICE: Your warranty dose not cover parts or of overloading. components that fail because If you put things inside your vehicle -- like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else-- they go as f a t as the vehicle goes.
Truck-Camper Loading Information This label is inside your glove box. It will tell you if your vehicle can carry a slide-in camper, how much of a load your vehicle can carry, and how to correctly spread out your load. Also, it will help you match the right slide-in camper to your vehicle.
Here is an example of proper truck and camper match: Your dealer can help you make a good vehicle-camper match. He’ll also help you determine your CWR. After you’ve loaded your vehicle and camper, drive to a weigh station and weigh on the front and rear wheels separately. This will tell you the loads on your axles. The loads on the front and rear axles shouldn’t be more than either of the GAWRs. The total of the axle loads should not be more than the GVWR.
Trailer Recommendations You’ll get the best performance if you spread out the weight of your load the right way, and if you choose the correct hitch and trailer brakes. (See the “Warranty and Owner Assistance” booklet for Zone Office.) Owners should be aware that, as manufactured, there are differences between a chassis cab and a pickup with the box removed which may affect vehicle safety.
NOTICE: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow GM dealer the advice in this part, and see your for-importantinformation about towinga trailer with your vehicle. Every vehicle is ready for some trailer towing. If yours was built with trailering options, as many are, it’s ready for heavier trailers. But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself.
0 If you have an automatic transmission, you can tow Use one of the following charts to determine how much your vehicle can weigh, based upon your vehicle model and options. in OVERDRIVE (@).You may want to shift the transmission to THIRD(3) or, if necessary, a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts too often ( e g , under heavy loads and/or hilly conditions). If you have a manual transmission and you are towing a trailer, it’s better not to use FIFTH (5) gear.
K-1500 (4WD) C-1500 (2WD) Engine(Trans.) 4.3L (Auto.) Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. 4,000 Ibs. ( 1 800 kg) 3.os 3.42 5,000 Ibs. (2 270kg) Engine (Trans.) Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. 5,000 lbs. (2 270kg) 3.73 4.3L (Auto.) 4.3L (Manual) 3.73 2,500 lbs.(1 135 kg) 4.3L (Manual j 3.os 3.42 2,000 lbs. (908 kg) 2,500 lbs. (1 135 kg) 5.0L (Auto.) 3.42 3.73 5,500 lbs. (2 497 kg) 6,500 Ibs. (2 951 kg) 5.0L (Auto.) 3.08 3.42 5,000 lbs. (2 270 kg) 6,000 Ibs. (2 724kg) 5 .OL (Manual) 3.42 3.73 3,000 Ibs.
C-2500 (2WD) K-2500 (4WD) Engine (Trans.) Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. 3.42 4,500 lbs. (2 043kg) 4.3L (Auto.) 5,000 lbs. (2 270 kg) 3.73 4.3L (Manual) 3.42 2,000 lbs. (908 kg) 5.0L (Auto.) 3-42 3.73 5,500 lbs. (2 497 kg) 6,500 lbs. (2 951 kg) 3.42 3.73 3,000 lbs. (1 362 kg) 4,000 lbs. (1 800 kg) 3.42 3.73 4.10 6,000 Ibs. (2 724kg) 7,000 lbs. (3 178 kg) 8,000 lbs. (3632 kg) 5.OL (Manual) 5.7L 6.5L Diesel (Auto.) 6.5L Diesel (Manual) 3.42 6,500 lbs. (2 95 1 kg) 3.737,500 lbs. (3 405 kg) 4.
K-3500 (4WD) C-3500 (2WD) Engine(Tkans.)AxleRatio 5.7L 4.10 4.56 Max. Trailer Wt. 8,000 lbs. (3 632 kg) 6.5L Diesel (Auto.) 6.5L Diesel (Manual) 4.10 8,500 Ibs. (3 859 kg) 7.4L 4.10 4.10 4.56 9,500 Ibs. (3 363kg) 7,500 Ibs. (3 405 kg) 11,000 Ibs." (4 994 kg) 13,000 Ibs.* (5 902 kg) *Fifth wheel hitch rating; weight distributing hitch rating is limited to 10,000 lbs. (4 540 kg). Engine (lkans.) AxleRatioMax.Trailer Wt. 5.7L 4.10 7,500 lbs. (3 405 kg) 6.5L Diesel (Auto.) 6.5L Diesel (Manual) 4.
C-3500 Crew Cab (2WD) K-3500 Crew Cab (4WD) Engine(Trans.)Axle 5.7L RatioMax.TrailerWt. 4.10 7,500 lbs. (3 405 kg) 4.56 9,000 Ibs. (4 086 kg) 6.5L Diesel (Auto.) 6.5L Diesel (Manual) 4.10 7.4L RatioMax.TrailerWt. 7,000 Ibs. (3 178 kg) 4.568,500 Ibs. (3 859 kg) 8,000 lbs. (3 632 kg) 6%Diesel 4.10 8,000 Ibs. (3 632 kg) 4.10 7,000 Ibs. (3 178 kg) (Auto.) 6.5L Diesel (Manual) 4.10 7,000 Ibs. (3 178 kg) 4.10 10,500 lbs.* (4 767 kg) 12,500 Ibs.* ( 5 675 kg) 7.4L 4.
(2-3500 HDiChassis .Cab Engine(Trans.)Axle 5.7L Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. 4.63 859 8,500 (3 lbs. kg) 5.13 8,500 lbs.(3859 kg) 6% Diesel (Auto.) 4.63 5.13 8,000 lbs. (3 632 kg) 10,500 lbs.* (4 767 kg) 6.5L Diesel (Manual) 4.63 5.13 7,000 lbs.(3 178 kg) 8,500 lbs. (3859 kg) 7.4L 4.63 12,500 lbs.* (5 675 kg) 5.13 12,500 lbs.* (5 675 kg) *Fifth wheel hitch rating; weight distributing hitch rating is limited to 10,000 lbs. (4 540kg).
Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the 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. A B If you’re using a weight-carryipg hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (B).
Y 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 slackso you can turn with your rig.
Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deal longer, you’ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane. Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand.
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash,telling other drivers you’re about to turn, change lanes or stop. When towing a trailer, the green arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out. Thus, you may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not.
Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, your rig 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 rig on a hill, here’s how to do it: 1. Apply your regular brakes, but don’t shift into PARK (P) yet for an automatic transmission, or into gear for a manual transmission. 2. Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. 3.
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: 0 Start your engine; Shift into a gear; and 0 Release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this.
- DW * Winche- you wish to use a power winch on your vehicle, only use it when your vehicle is stationary or anchored. Power Take-Off (PTO) IT NOTICE: Using a power winch with the transmission in gear may damage the transmission. When operating a power winch, always leave the transmission in NEUTRAL (N). Use the regular brakes, set the parking brake, or block the wheels to keep your vehicle from rolling.
1. Set the parking brake. Using a Transfer Case Mounted Power Take-Off (Manual Transmission) 2. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL (Nj. 1 . Set the parking brake, 3. Hold the clutch pedal down and engage the PTO. 2. Shift the transfer case into NEUTRAL (N). To engage a PTO: NOTICE: 3. Hold the clutch pedal down. If the vehicle will remain in the same place, shift the transmission into the highest gear. 4. Engage the PTO.
Using a Transfer Case Mounted Power Take-Off (Automatic Transmission) 1. Set the parking brake. 2. Shift the transfer case into NEUTRAL (N). 3. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL (N). 4. Engage the PTO. If you will be using the bumper to tow a trailer, you must remove the center cutout circle to install the trailer ball. You must also remove both outer cutouts toattach the trailer safety chains. I f you are going to drive the vehicle, shift the transfer case into the range yo11want.
Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. But they won’t flash if you’re braking. Press the button at the top of the steering column all the way down to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off.
To turn off the flashers, press the button until the first click and release. When the hazard warning flashers areon, your turn signals won’t work. Other Warning Devices 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 want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. But please use the following steps to do it safely.
2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the ve.hicles aren’t touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be able to start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling, set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure. Put an automatic transmission in PARK (P)or a manual transmission in NEUTRAL (N).
A CAUTION: Using a match neara battery can cause battery gas toexplode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded.Use a flashlightif you need more light. Be sure the batteries have enough water. You don’t need to add water to the Delco Freedom@ battery (or batteries) installed in every new GM vehicle. But if a battery has filler caps, be sure the right amountof fluid is there. If it is low, add water to take care of that first. If you don’t, explosive gas couldbe present.
6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. ~ 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.
8. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to thegood battery’s negative (-) cable. Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative (-) cable doesn’t go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part of the vehicle with the dead battery. 9. Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move.
12. Remove the cables in reverse order toprevent electrical shorting.Take care thatthey don’t touch each other orany other metal. Towing Your Vehicle Try to have your GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your vehicle. See “Roadside Assistance” in the Index. If your vehicle has been changed since it was factory-new, by adding such things as fog lamps, aero skirting, or special tires and wheels, these’ instructions may not be correct. Before you do anything, turn on the hazard warning flashers.
/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 safeor posted speeds. e Never tow with damaged parts not fully secured. 0 Never get under your vehicle after it has been lifted by the tow truck. 0 Always use separate safety chains on each side when towing avehicle. 0 For pickups (except cab chassis models), use T-hooks on frontof vehicle, J-hooks on rear.
Front Towing Tow Limits -- 35 mph (56 k d h ) , 50 miles (SO km) Rear Towing If these limits must be exceeded, then the rear wheels have to be supported on n dolly. NOTICE: Towing pickup models from the rear while loaded with heavy cargo may cause the frame side rails to flex sufficiently to allow the pickup box to contact the cab andcould cause damage to the cab and/or box.
Engine Overheating (Gasoline Engine) You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel. If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see“Engine Overheating” in the Diesel Engine Supplement. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine A CAUTION: Steam froman overheated engine can burn you badly, evenif you just open thehood. Stay away from the engineif you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down.
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: Climb a long hill on a hot day. 0 Stop after high-speed driving. Idle for long periods in traffic. Tow a trailer. See “Driving on Grades” in the Index. If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: I . I f you have an air conditioner, turn it off. 2.
Cooling System -- Gasoline Engines When you decide it's safe t o lift the hood, here's what you'll see: A CAUTION: If your vehicle hasair conditioning, the auxiliary electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don't do anything else until it cools down. A. Coolant Recovery Tdnk B. Radiator Pressure Cap C.
A CAUTION: Heater and radiatorhoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don't touch them.If you do, you can be burned. Don't run the engineif there is aleak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, andyou could be burned. Get any leakfixed before you drive thevehicle. The coolant levelshould be at or above the COLD mark. If it isn"t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses,radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system.
NOTICE: I I A CAUTION: I Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn’t covered by your warranty. I If there seems to be no leak, start the engine again. See if the fan speed increases when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down. If it doesn’t, your vehicle needs service. Turn off the engine. How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous.
You can be burned if’ you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hat engine. When the coolant i n the coolant recovery tank is at or above the 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.
A CAUTION: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burnyou badly. They are underpressure, and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed. Neverturn the capwhen the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap tocool if' you ever have to turn the pressure cap.
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator I . 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.j If y o u hear a hiss, wait for that t o stop. A hiss means there is still some pressure left.
3. Fill the radiator with the proper mix, up to the base of the filler neck. I 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the COLD mark. 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off.
6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fan(s). 7. By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper mix through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck. I 8. Then replace the pressure cap. At any time during t h i s procedure if coolant begins to flow o u t o f the filler neck. reinstall the pressure 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 fdster to provide more air to cool the engine. In most every day driving conditions, the fan is spinning slower and the clutch is not fully engaged. This improves fuel economy and reduces fan noise. Under heavy vehicle loading, trailer towing andor high outside temperatures, the fm 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. To be even more certain thevehicle won't move, you can put blocksat the front and rearof the tire farthest away from the one being changed. That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle, at the opposite end. Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle you or other can slipoff the jack and roll over people.
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Extended Cab Models 2 and 4-DOOr Models The equipment you’ll need is behind the passenger’s seat. Turn the wingnut counterclockwise andremove the jack cover, if there is one. Remove thejacking equipment. If you have a chassis cab, referto the information from the body supplierhstaller for the location of your spare tire. If you have an underbody-mounted spare, never remove or restow a tire from an underbody carrier while the vehicle is supported only by a jack.
Follow these instructions to lower the spare tire: 1 . One side of the ratchet has an IJP marking. The other side has a DOWN marking. Assenlble the ratchet t o the hook near the end of the jack handle (as illustrated) with the DOWN marking facing you. Insert the other end through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft. 2. Turn the ratchet to lower the spare tire to the ground. Continue to turn the ratchet until the spare tire can be plrlled out from under the vehicle. 3.
Attach the jack handle (and jack handle extension, if needed) tothe jack. The tools you'll be using include the jack (A), the jack handle extension (B), the jack handle (C), the wheel wrench (D) and the ratchet (E). If the flat tire is on the rear of the vehicle, you'll need the jack handle extension also. 5 -24 With the IJP marking on the ratchet facing you. rotate the ratchet clockwise.
If your vehicle has wheel nut caps, use the wheel wrench and ratchet t o remove them. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise, with DOWN fdcing you. to remove the wheel nut caps. Removing the Spare w Flat Tire and Inst-' 1. Use the ratchet and wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise, with DOWN fdcing you. to loosen the wheel nuts. Don't remove the wheel nuts yet. Then take off the hub cap.
NOTICE: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicleor may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack.Be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising your vehicle. Front Position Rear Position 3. With UP o n the ratchet facing you, raise the vehicle by rotating the ratchet and wheel wrench clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire t o fit.
4. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. 5. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to wheel nuts which it is fastened, can make the become loose aftera time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the places where thewheel attaches to the vehicle.
6. Replace the wheel nuts with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each wheel nut by hand using the wheel.wrench until the wheel is held against the hub. ~~ Front Position Rear Position 7. Lower the vehicle by rotating the ratchet and wheel wrench counterclockwise.Lower the jack completely. 5-28 8. Tighten the nuts firmly in a criss-cross sequence as shown by rotating the wheel wrench clockwise.
Store the flat tire where the spare tire was stored. NOTICE: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can leadto brake pulsation and rotor damage.To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequenceand to the proper torque specification. 9. Put the wheel trim back on. For vehicles with plastic wheel nut caps, tighten the caps until they are finger tight, then tighten them an additional one-half turn with the ratchet and wheel wrench.
~~ Lower H A. Hoist Assembly B. Ratchet C. Jack Handle D. Hoist Shaft Raise U E. Valve Stern, Pointed Down E Flat or Spare Tire G. Retainer H. Hoist Cable Return the jack, ratchet, wheel wrench andjack extensions to their location behind the passenger’s seat. Securethe items and replace the jack cover, if there is one. 5-30 G 2 and 4-Door Models A. Nut B. Jack C. Jack Handle Extension D. Wheel Wrench E. Jack and Tool Storage Box E Ratchet G. Jack Handle H.
C E I F F Extended Cab Models A. Nut B. Jack and Tool Cover C. Jack Handle Extension D. Tool Retainer E. Jack and Tool Storage Box E Ratchet G. Wheel Wrench H . Jack I. Jack Handle Chassis Cab Models A. Nut €3. Retainer C. Jack Handle Extension D. Jack Handle Extension E. Wheel Wrench E Jack and Tool Storage Box G. Ratchet H. Jack Handle I. Tool Retainer J.
I NOTICE: If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is 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. - -. - - .. - ;. ; If you let your tires spinat high speed, they can explode, and you or others couldbe injured. And, the transmissionor other partsof the vehicle can overheat. That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage.
Rocking your vehicle to get it out: First. turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. Then shift back and forth between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear (or with a manual transmission, between FIRST ( 1 ) or SECOND (2) and REVERSE(R)), spinningthe wheels as little as possible. Release the accelerator pedal while you shift. and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear. If that doesn't get you out after a few tries.
I The recovery hooks, when used, are under aoflot force. Always pullthe vehicle straight out. Never pull on the hooks a t a sideways angle. The hooks could break off and you or others couldbe or cable snapping back. injured from the chain I I I NOTICE: Never use the recovery hooks to tow the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged and itwould not be covered by warranty.
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care I I Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care. Service Your GM dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs.
Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see “Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle” in the Index. You should keep,a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform. See “Maintenance Record” in the Index. You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you tryto do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough aboutit.
If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards (indicated on the underhood tune-up label), it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. If such fuels are not available in states adopting California emissions standards,your vehicle will operate satisfactorily o n fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance may be affected.
Fuels in Fo ign Countries -- Gasoline Engines 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 orany 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. Filling Your Tank The fuel cap is behind a hinged door on the left side of your vehicle.
‘J Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It violently, and that can cause very bad Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and materials away from gasoline. /i\ CAUTIP burns injuries. refueling smoking While refueling, hang the cap inside the fuel door. To take off the. cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). 1 If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it,you could be badly burned.
Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from painted surfxes as soon as possible. See “Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle” in the Index. When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right until you hear at least three clicks. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. See “Malfunction Indicator Lamp” in the Index.
Hood Release To open the hood, first pull the handle inside the vehicle. Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up o n the secondary hood release, located just t o the passenger side of the center of the grill. Lift the l~ood. Before closing the hood, be sure a l l filler caps are on properly. Pull down the hood and close it firmly.
“VORTEC” 4300,5000,5700 Engine When you lift up the hood you’ll see: “VORTEC” 5700 engine shown, locations for other engines similar.
A. Battery H. Fan B. Air Cleaner I. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir C. Radiator Cap J. Engine OilFill D. Coolant Recovery T m k K. Brake Fluid Reservoir E. Air Filter Restriction Indicator L. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir E Engine Oil Dipstick G. Automatic Transmission Dipstick M. FuseIRelay Center N.
“VORTEC” 7400 Engine I A. Battery B. C. D. E. Coolant Recovery Tank Air Cleaner Radiator Cap Air Filter Restriction Indicator E G. H. I. J. Engine Oil Dipstick Automatic Transmission Dipstick Engine Oil Fill Fan Power Steering Fluid Reservoir K. Brake Fluid Reservoir L. Storage Compartment M.
Noise Control System The following information relates to compliance with Federal noise emission standards forvehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of more than 10,000Ibs. (4 536 kg). The Maintenance Schedule booklet 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. 2.
Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine) If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see “Engine Oil (Diesel Engine)” in the Diesel Engine Supplement. It’s a good idea to check your engine oilevery time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oildipstick has a yellow ring handle and is located on the passenger side of the engine. 6-12 Turn off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to drain back into the oil pan.
When to Add Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD mark, then you'll need to add some oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For crankcase capacity, see "Capacities and Specifications" in the Index The engine oil fill cap for the 4.3L, S.OL and the S.7L engine is located on the driver's side engine valve cover. NOTICE: Don't add too much oil.
What Kind of Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the “Starburst” symbol. Thissymbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this Starburst symbol. If you change your own oil, be sure you use oil that has the Starburst symbol on the front of the oil container. ~~ RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS - ..-. ..
As shown in the chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE low-30 if it’s going to be 0°F (-1 8°C) or above. Thesenumbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils, such as SAE 20W-50. I NOTICE: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute CertifiedFor Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol. Failureto use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty.
What to Do with Used Oil Air Cleaner Did you know that used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer?Don’t let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil. (See the manufacturer’s warnings about the use and disposal of oil products.) Used oil can be a real threat to the environment.
The air cleanerassembly has an indicator that lets you know when the air filter is dirty and needs to be serviced. The indicator is located in the air intake tube between the air cleanerand the engine. See “Owner Checks and Services” i n the Index on when to check the indicator. If the area inside the clear section of the indicator is green, no air filter service is required. When the area inside the indicator is orange and CHANGE AIR FILTER appears, the filter should be replaced.
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. I Install the new filter by pushing it all the way to the stop on the duct. Install the duct and the filter into the air cleanerhousing. Make sure that the duct fits properly into the housing. Install the cover and fasten the two retaining clips. After the air filter is properly serviced, the indicator should be reset.
Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check a1 If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick. C’ -ge A good time to check your auromarlc transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed.
Checking Transmission FluidHot Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50°F (10°C). If it's colder than 50°F (lO"C), drive the vehicle in DRIVE (D) until the engine temperature gage moves and then remains steady for 10 minutes. Then follow the hot check procedures. three seconds in each range. Then, position the shift lever in PARK (P). Let the engine run at idle for three minutes or more.
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. 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be in the COLD area for a cold check or in the HOT area or cross-hatched area for ahot check. 4. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all the way; then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place.
Manual Transmission Fluid When to Check A good time to have it checked is when the engine oil is changed. However, the fluid in your manual Check the fluid level only when your engine is off, the vehicle is parked on a level place and the transmission is cool enough for you to rest your fingers on the transmission case. Then, follow these steps: transmission doesn’t require changing.
How to Add Fluid When to Check and,What to Use Here’s how to add fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule, Owner Checks and Services, to determine how often you should check the fluid level.in your clutch master cylinder reservoir and for the proper fluid. See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants’’ in the Index. 1. Remove the filler plug. 2.
Rear Axle When to Chc d Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index.
Four-wheel Drive How to Check Lubricant Most lubricant checks in this section also apply to four-wheel-drive vehicles. However, they have two additional systems that need lubrication. Transfer Case M7hento Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant. See “Periodic Maintenance Inspections’’ in the Index. If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant.
Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often t o check the lubricant and when to change it. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" in the Index. If the differential is at operating temperature (warm), add enough lubricant t o raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole. If the differential is cold, add enough lubricant to raise the level to 1/2 inch ( 1 2 mm) below the filler plug hole.
A 50/50 mixture of water and the proper coolant for your vehicle will: Give freezing prorecrlon down to -34°F (-37°C). Give boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C). Protect against rust and corrosion. Help keep the proper engine temperature. Let the warning gages work as they should. use a mixture of one-half d u m wwter (preferably distilled) and one-half DEX-COOL” (orange-colored. silicate-free) antifreezethat meets GM Specification 6277M. which won‘t damage aluminum parts.
NOTICE: If you use an improper coolant mix, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn't be covered by your warranty. Too much water in themix can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Checking Coolant If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see "Clwcking Coolant" in the Diesel Engine Supplement. d If you have to add coolant more than four times 8 year, have your dealer check your cooling system.
Adding Coolant -4 /rl CAUTION: r You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot If you need more coolant, add the proper mix ut tho c Y N - h n t Ix~c'olY!l'\: t m k . A CAUTION: \-- engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don't spill coolant on a hot engine. Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids toblow out and burnyou badly.
Radiator Pressure Cap (Gasoline Engine) NOTICE: Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating.Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck. Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system. The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature.
Power Steering Fluid How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine cotnparttnent is cool, unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick. The level should he a t the FULL COLD mark. I f necessary, add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark.
Adding Washer Fluid NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. e Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water doesn’t cleanas well as washer fluid. 0 Fill your washer fluid tank only three-quarters full when it’s very cold. This allows for expansion,which could damage the tank if it is completely full.
Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is here. It is filled Iwith DOT-3 brake fluid. So, it isn’t a good idea to “top off’ your brake fluid. Adding brake fluid won’t correct a leak. If you add fluid when your linings are worn, then you’ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings. You should add (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system. A CAUTION0 If you have too much brake fluid,it can spill on the engine.
Checking Brake 1 After work is done on the brake hydraulic system, make sure the level is above MIN and below the top of the window. What to 1 When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid -- such as Delco Supreme 1 1 (GM Part No. 1052535). Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only, and always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap before removing it. @ I I I You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap. Just look at the window on the brake fluid reservoir.
NOTICE: 0 0 Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts. For example,.just few a drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they’ll have to be replaced. Don’t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid. If you spillbrake fluid on yourvehicle’s painted surfaces, the paint finish can be damaged. Be careful not tospill brake fluid on yourvehicle. If you do, wash it in off immediately. See &‘Appearance Care” the Index.
Brake Pedal Travel NOTICE: . Continuing to drivewith worn-out brake pads could result in costly brake repair. Some driving conditions or climatesmay cause a brake squeal when the brakes are firstapplied or lightly applied. This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes. Free movement of brake calipers and properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to helpprevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect.
Battery Every new vehicle has 21 Delco Freedom@ battery. You never have to add water to one of these. When it’s time for a new battery, we recommend a Delco Freedom battery. Get one that has the replacement number shown o n the original battery’s label. Vehicle Storage If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, take off the black, negative (-) cable from the battery. This will help keep your battery from runnine down.
3. Unplug and remove the headlamp. Headlamps Sealed Beam Lamps 1. Remove the four screws from the headlamp retainer. 4 4. Plug in the new headlamp and put it in place. 5. Install the retainer t o the headlanip and tighten the screws. 2. Pull the headlamp out and remove the retainer.
Composite Headlampc 1. Remove the two 4. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and remove it. screws at the top of the radiator support. 5 . Put the new bulb in the lens assembly and turn it to the right until it is tight. 2. Pull the headlamp lens assembly out. 3. Unplug the electrical connector. 6. Plug in the electrical connector. 7. Put the headlamp lens assembly back into the vehicle. Install and tighten the two screws.
Front Turn Signal Lamps (Sealed Beam Headlamps) 4. Pull the socket out of the lamp assembly. 1. Remove the two screws at the inside edge of the parkinghrn signal lamp assembly. 5. Push in gently on the bulb, turn it counterclockwise and remove it from the socket. 2. Remove the lamp assembly by swinging it out from the inside edge and sliding it out at the outside edge. 3. Squeeze the tab on the side of the lamp socket while turning the socket counterclockwise. 6-40 6.
Front Wrn Signal Lamps (Composite Headlamps) 3. Pull the socket out of the lamp assembly. . 1. Remove the screws and take out theparkinghrn signal lampassembly. b 4. Push in gently on the bulb, turn it counterclockwise and remove it from the socket. 2. Squeeze the tab on the.side of the lamp socket while turning" the socket counterclockwise. 5. Put the new bulb in the socket, gently press in on the bulb and turn it to the right 'until it is tight. 6.
Fender Marker Lamps (Dual Rear Wheel Pickup Models) 2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the lens assembly. 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. 4. Put a new bulb into the socket and push it in until it is tight. 5. Put the socket back into the lens assembly and turn it clockwise to tighten it. 6. Replace the lens and tighten the screws.
3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. Sidemarker Lamps I . Remove the screws and pull out the parkingkurn signal lamp assembly. 4. Put a new bulb into the socket and push it in until it is tight. 2. Reach through the opening and turn the sidemarker bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it. 5 . Put the socket back into the sidemarker assembly and turn it clockwise t o tighten it. 6. Replace the parking/turn signal lamp assembly and tighten the screws.
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp(CHMSL) 3. Put a new bulb into the socket and push it in until it is tight. 4. Replace the lens and tighten the screws. 2. Pull the old bulb straight out of the socket.
Roof Marker Lamps Taillamps (Pickup Models) I . Remove the screws and lift off the lens. I . Open the tailgate. 2. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. 2. Remove the two rear lamp assembly screws near the tailgate latch and pull out the lamp assembly. 3. Put a new bulb into the socket and push it i n until it is tight. 4. Replace the lens and tighten the screws. Tailgate Marker Lamps 1. Use a screwdriver to gently pry the lens/buIb assembly from the lens holder. 2.
4. Pull the old bulb straight out of the socket.. Taillamps (Chassis Cab Models) 1. Using your hands, peel the rubber seal away from the lens. 2. Lift the lens off the lamp assembly. 5 . Put in a new bulb andpush it in until it is tight. 6. Replace the bulb retainer. 7. Replace the rear lamp assembly and tighten the screws. 8. Close the tailgate. 6-46 3. Slide the socket out of the lamp assembly.
4. Push i n gently o n the bulb, turn it counterclockwise and remove it from the socket . indshield Wiper Blade l.Lpldcement For proper type and length, see "Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts" in the Index. To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly: c . .. 5 . Put in a new bulb and, pushing in gently, turn it clockwise until it is tight. 1 6. Put the socket back in the latnp assembly and replace the lens and lens seal. 1 .
Tires We don’t make tires. Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your GM Warranty bookJet for details. Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. 0 Overloading your tirescan cause overheating as a result of too much friction. You could have an airout and serious a accident. See “Loading Your Vehicle” m the Index.
Inflation -- Tire Pressure The Certification/Tire label. which is on the rear edge of the driver's door, or on the incomplete vehicle document in the cab, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they're cold. "Cold" means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than I mile ( I .6 km). You can operate some vehicles at reduced inflation pressures only when you'll be carrying reduced loads.
How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they’re underinflated. I FRT FRT Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt .and moisture. Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be inspected every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km) for any signs of unusual wear.
1 II rTl If your vehicle has dual rear wheels and the load range and tread design for your front tires is the same as your rear tires. always use one of the correct rotation patterns shown here when rotating your tires. 1 If your vehicle has dual rear Q ~ wheels and the load range or tread design for your front tires is different from your rear tires, always use the correct rotation pattern shown here when rotating your tires.
When It’s Time forNew Tires Rust or dirton a wheel, or on the parts towhich wheel nuts become loose it is fastened, can make.after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. Whenyou change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places wherewheel the attaches to thevehicle. In anemergency, you can use a clothor a paper towel to do this; but be if you sure touse a scraper or wire brush later, need to, to get all the rust or dirt off. (See “Changing a Flat Tire” in the Index.
Dual Tire Operation Buying New Tires When the vehicle is new, 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, I 600 and I O 000 km) of driving. For proper torque, see "Wheel Nut Torque" i n the Index. To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Certificntion/Tire label. Tlze tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number o n each tire's sidewall.
- A CAUTION: Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial and bias-beltedtires), the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could have a crash. Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle.Be sure to use the same size and type tireson all wheels.
-- A, B, c Tempera 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.
Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. NOTICE: If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle.
Tire Chains Used Replacement Wheels 1 4 -Putting a used wheel .on your vehicle is dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or how many miles it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause an accident. If you have to replace awheel, use a new GM original equipmentwheel. NOTICE: If your vehicle has dualwheels or P265/75R16 size tires, don’t use tire chains. They can damage your vehicle.
Appear nceCT-e Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or getthem 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.
Using Foam-TypeCleaner T I ~. ~. Using Solvent-Type Cleaneron Fabric . First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all. Some spotsand stains will clean off better with just water and mild soap. 1. Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt. 2. Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Ma surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines. * 3. Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the container label. 4. Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge. 5.
Special Cleaning Problems Greasy or Oily Stains Stains caused by grease, oil, butter, margarine, shoe polish, coffee with cream, chewing gum, cosmetic creams, vegetable oils, wax crayon, tar and asphalt can be removed a s follows: 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain. 2. Follow the solvent-type instructions described earlier. 3. Shoe polish, wax crayon, tar and asphalt will stain if left on a vehicle’s seat fabric. They should be removed as soon a s possible.
Cleaning Leather Care of Safety Belts Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap. Keep belts clean and dry. For stubborn stains, use a GM VinyVLeather Cleaner or equivalentproduct. Never use oils, varnishes, solvent-based or abrasive cleaners, furniturepolish or shoe polish on leather. Soiled leather should be cleaned immediately. If dirt is allowed to work into the finish, it can harm the leather. -. ' 4 - Do not bleach or dye safety belts.
Cleaning the Outsideof the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with GM Windshield Cleaner, Bon-Ami Powder@(GM Part No. 105001 I ). The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water. Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full-strength windshield washer solvent.
Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. (See “Appearance Care and Materials” in the Index.) Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicalsfrom industrial chimneys, etc., can damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible.
Aluminum or Chrome Wheels (IfSo Equipped) Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle. Don’t use strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface.
Underbody Maintenance Chemical Paint Spotting Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody, If these are not removed, accelerated corrosion (rust) can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. Some weather and atmospheric conditions can createa chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can f d l upon and attack painted surfxes on your vehicle.
Appearance Care Materials Chart I PART NUMBER 1050004 2.75 1050 172 1050173 1050174 SIZE sq. ft. 16 oz. (0.473 L) 16 oz. (0.473 L) ’ I I 16 oz. (0.473 L) I I See “Fluids and Lubricants” inthe Index. 6-66 DESCRIPTION Chamois Tar and Road Oil Remover Chrome Cleaner and Polish White Sidewall Tire Cleaner USAGE Shines vehicle without scratching Also removes old waxes and polishes Removes rust and corrosion I Removes.
Vehicle Identification Number(VIN) Service Parts Identification Label You’ll find this label on the inside of the glove box. It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label is: your VIN, -\ ASSEMBLY ENGlNEA9967 CODE MODEL YEAR PLANT This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front cornerof the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle.
Electrical System Headlamps Ac .-OnElectrical Equipment The headlamp wiring is protectedby an internal circuit breaker. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off, or in some cases to remain off. I f this happens, have your headlamp wiring checked right away. . NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be coveredby your warranty.
Fu s and Circuit Breakers ~ ~ The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers and fusible thermal links. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating.
Fuse 4 0 3 0 4 0 0 0 0.
Fuse Usage 15 DRL Relay, FogLamp Relay 16 Front and Rear Turn Signals, Back-up Lamps, BTSI Solenoid 17 Radio (Ignition) 18 4WALNCM, ABS, Cruise Control 19 Radio (Battery) 20 PRNDL, Automatic Transmission, Speedometer, Check Gages Warning Light 21 Not Used 22 Not Used 23 Not Used 24 Front Axle, 4WD Indicator Lamp, TP2 Relay (Gasoline Engine) A Power Door Lock, Six-Way Power Seat, Keyless Entry Module B Power Windows Underhood Fusemelay Center The underhood fusehelay center islocate
Fuse Usage GLOW PLUG Glow plugs (Diesel Engine) HORN Horn, Underhood Lamps AUX FAN Auxiliary Fan ECM- 1 Injectors, PCM/VCM A/C Air Conditioning ENG- 1 Ignition Switch, EGR, Canister Purge, EVRV Idle Coast Solenoid, Heated 0 2 , Fuel Heater (Diesel Engine), Water Sensor (Diesel Engine) LIGHTING Headlamp and Panel Dimmer Switch, Fog and Courtesy Fuses Fuse Usage BATT Battery, Fuse Block Busbar ECM-B Fuel Pump, PCM/VCM IGN-A Ignition Switch RR DEFOG Rear Window Defogger IGN-B Ignition
Replacement Bulbs Quantity Number Sealed Beam Headlamps 2 H6054 Composite Beam Headlamps 2 6052 Front Marker Lamp 2 194 Front Parking and Turn Lamp 4 2357NA Rear Parking Lamp 2 3057 Rear Stop and Turn Lamp 2 3057 Back-up Lamp 2 3156 Fender Marker Lamp 4 194 Roof Marker Lamp 5 194 License Plate Lamp 2 194 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp 4 92 I Underhood Reel Lamp 1 232 Exterior Lamps
Quantity Number Dome Lamps 2 21 1-2 Reading ‘Lamps 2 21 1-2 Door Courtesy Lamps 2 194 Four-Wheel-Drive Indicator 1 194 Four-Wheel-Drive Shift Lever 1 194 Instrument Panel Compartment Lamp 1 194 Ashtray Lamp 1 194 Sunshade Vanity Mirror 1 74 Interior Lamps Capacities and Specifications RPO Code VIN Code Spark Plug Gap “VORTEC” 4300 Type V6 L35 W 0.060 inches ( 1.52 mm) “VORTEC” 5000 V8 L30 M 0.060 inches (1.52 mrn) “VORTEC” 5700 V8 L3 1 R 0.060 inches (1.
Wheels and Tires Model Torque C 1500, K 1500, C/K 2500, C/K 3500 (Single Rear Wheels) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Ib-ft (190 N-m) C3500 (Dual Rear Wheels) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Ib-ft (190 N-m) C-3500HD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175Ib-ft(240N-m) Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Tank Capacity (Approximate) Quantity Short Bed .................... . 2 6 gallons (98 L) Long Bed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 4 gallons (128 L) Standard Crew Cab . . . . . . . . . . . 34 gallons (128 L) Chassis-Cab Side Tank . .I . . . . . . . . 23 gallons (87 L) Chassis-Cab Rear Tank . . . . . . . . . . 17 gallons (64 L) 3500 HD Models Side Tank . . . . . . . 23 gallons (87 L) 3500 HD Models Rear Tank . . . . . . . 18 to 20 gallons (68 to.76 L) Type J 28.
Section 7 Maintenance Schedule I I KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle i n good working condition. but also helps the environment. All 1-ecommendedmaintenance procedures IMPORTANT: are important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even This section covers the maintenance required for your affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid vehicle.
How This Section is Organized The remainder of this section is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services’’ shows what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer’s service department or anotherqualified service center do these jobs. If you are skilled enough to do some work on your vehicle, you will probably want to get the service information GM publishes.
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather. You may use your vehicle i n making deliveries. Or you may drive it to work, to do errands orin 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 foryour vehicle: Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. 0 Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop-and-go traffic). 0 You operate your vehicle in dusty areas or off-road frequently. You frequently tow a trailer.
Maintenance Schedule Long Trip/HighwayDefinition -- Gasoline Engines 1 Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the conditions from the ShortTripKity Maintenance Schedule is true. Driving a vehiclewith a fullywarmed engine under highway conditions causes engine oil to break down slower: ILong Tripmighway Intervals -- Gasoline Engines I Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (1 66 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals. :f:: 1 : Drive axle service: 0 Locking Differential -- Drain fluid and refill at first engine o i l change. At subsequent oil changes, check fluid level and add fluid as needed. If driving in dusty areas or towing a trailer, drain fluid and refill every 15,000 miles (25 000 km).
I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines I 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) c]Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 0Change engine oil andfilter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components; see footnote# (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines I 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) 0Change 0Change engineoil and filter (or every engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). AIIErmksiorz Control Service. 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Cmatrol Service. 0Lubricate chassis components;see footnote ## 0Lubricate chassis components; see footnote# (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
-- Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule Gasoline Engines 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components; see footnote # (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 0Check readfront axle fluid leveland add fluid as needed. Check constantvelocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines I 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) 21,000 Miles (35 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oiland filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Cuntrul Service. An En?.issiorz Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components; see footnote# (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 0Check readfront axle fluid leveland add fluid as needed.
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines I 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) 27,000 Miles (45 000 km) 17 Change 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Etnissiorz Control Service. engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). At1 Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components; see footnote # 0Lubricate chassis components; see footnote# (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
1 ShortTrip/CityMaintenanceSchedule -- GasolineEngines 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote # (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 0Check readfront axle fluid leveland add fluid asneeded. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals forleaking.
FShort Trip/City Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines I 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) 0Change 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components; see footnote# (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 0Check readfront axle fluidlevel and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
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 occurs first). An Emissiorz Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components; see footnote ## (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule-- Gasoline Engines 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Etnission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components; see footnote## (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 0Check readfront axle fluidlevel and add fluid as needed. Check constantvelocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines I 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) 50,000 Miles (83 000 k 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change automatic transmission fluid 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components; see footnote # (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines I 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Elnissiorz Cmtrol Serr?ice. 0Lubricate chassis components; see footnote # (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 0Check readfront axle fluidlevel and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.** Manual transmission fluid doesn't require change.
Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule-- Gasoline Engines 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil andfilter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components; see footnote# (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 0Check readfront axlefluid level and add fluid as needed.
Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule-- Gasoline Engines 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissiol~Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components; see footnote# (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 0Check readfront axle fluidlevel and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
1 ShortTrip/CityMaintenanceSchedule 1 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) 0Conduct evaporative control system 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 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. An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines fordamage or leaks. Inspect fuel capgasket for any . damage. Replace parts as needed.
1 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines I 66,000 Miles (110 000 km) 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) 0Change engine oil andfilter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter 3 months, whichever occurs first). (orevery 3 months, whichever occurs first). AI?Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote # (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines I 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0Change 0Change engine oil and filter (or every engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). AIIElnission Conttd Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components; see footnote# 0Lubricate chassis components; see footnote# (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines I 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) 0If your engine has a thermostatically 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). controlled cooling fan, inspect all hoses and ducts for proper hook-up (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Besure the valve works properly. This is N Noiw AI?Emission C o ~ ~ t Set-vice. ml 0Lubricate chassis components; see footnote# (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
b h o r t TripKity Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines I 81,000 Miles (135 000 km) 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) c]Change engine oil tind filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components; see footnote# 0Lubricate chassis components;see~footnote# (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule-- Gasoline Engines 87,000 Miles (145 000 km) 90,000 Miles (150 000km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil andfilter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 3 months, whichever occurs first). A n Emission Control Service. AI? Etnissiorl Control Servic-e. 0Lubricate chassis components; see footnote# (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued) 0Vehicles With GVWR Above 8,500 lbs. 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) Cl Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Only: Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness. Adjust or replace as required. This is LE Noise Err1issiorz A I IEmissiotI Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components; see footnote ## Control Service.
Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule-- Gasoline Engines 96?000Miles (160 000 km) 0Change 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) engineoil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Ernissiorz Control Service. An Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components; see footnote # 0Lubricate chassis components; see footnote # (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines 1 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See "Engine. Coolant"in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. 0Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Replace spark plugs.An Emission C o n t d Service.
Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule-- Gasoline Engines The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles ( 1 66 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals. Footnotes ‘k‘k I Drive axle service: a Locking Differential -- Drain fluid and refill at first engine oil change. At subsequent oil changes, check fluid level and add fluid as needed. If driving in dusty areas ortowing a trailer, drain fluid and refill every 15,000 miles (25 000.km). j- The U.S.
Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines I 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 Etttission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components; see footnote# (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). c]Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan, inspect all hoses and ducts forproper hook-up (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Be sure the valve works properly. TIzis is a Noise Enzissior.2 Corztrol Service. Applicable o d y to vel~iclessold irz the United States. ~~ DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE - ~ ~~ SERVICED B Y 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedblt: -- Gasoline Enginee 30,000 Miles (50000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Corztrol Service. 0Lubricate chassis components; see footnote # (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.
Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule-- Gasoline Engines 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Change engine oil and filter (orevery 12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Et12ission Control Service. A n Emissiorl Cuntr-ol Service. 0Lubricate chassis components; see footnote# (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Check readfront axlefluid level and addfluid as needed.
Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule-- Gasoline Engines I 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) (Continued) 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 0If your engine has 0Change automatic transmission fluid a thermostatically controlled cooling fan,inspect all hoses and ducts for properhook-up (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Be sure the valve works properly. This is a Noise and filter if the vehicle's GVWR is over 8600 lbs.
52,500 Miles (87 500 km) 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Ewissioi1 Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components; see footnote## Manual transmission fluid doesn’t require change. (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0Check readfront axle fluidlevel and add fluid as needed. Check constantvelocity joints and axle seals for leaking.** 0Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information.
Con Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every 0Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage 12 months, whichever occurs first). or leaks.Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An. Emission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components; see footnote# (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule-- Gasoline Engines 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 0Conduct Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system inspection as described in the service manual. An Emissiorz Control Service. 3‘ 0Conduct evaporative controlsystem 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. At1 I Emission Control Service.
Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0Change engineoil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Ernission Control Service. 0Lubricate chassis components; see footnote# (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.** 0Vehicles With GVWR Above 8,500 lbs. Only: Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damageor looseness.
1 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) 0Change engine oil and filter (or every Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 12 months, whichever occurs first). AI?Emissiorz Control Service. An Emission C m s d Sesvice. 0Lubricate chassis components; see footnote# (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0Check readfront axle fluid level andadd fluid as needed.
Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule-- Gasoline Engines I 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued) 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) 0Vehicles With GVWR Above 8,500 lbs. 0Change Only: Inspect shields and underhood insulation for damage or looseness. Adjust or replace as required. This is ( I Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold the United States.
1 Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule -- Gasoline Engines I 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 0Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressuretest the cooling systemand pressure cap. An Emission Con.tro1Service. 3- 0Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. 0Replace spark plugs.An Emission Control Service.
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Engine Coolant Level Check Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Check the engine coolantlevel and add the proper coolant mix if necessary. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for further details. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Automatic Transmission Check Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anythingthat might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers, and have them repaired or replaced.
Starter Switch Check Brake-Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check (Automatic Transmission) I When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly.If it does, you or others couldbe injured. Follow the steps below. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking Brake” in the Indexif necessary) and the regular brake. NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3.
Steering Column Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the key to LOCK in each shift lever position. With an automatic transmission, the key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission PARK (P) Mechanism Check I With a manual transmission, the key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in REVERSE (R). CAUTION: When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin tomove.
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your GM dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a GM service manual. See “Service and Owner Publications” in the Index.
Drive Axle Service Brake System Inspection Check readfront axle fluid level and add its needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals forleaking. Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition.For vehicles with rear drum brakes, also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks.
Part D: Rea m e n d e d Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and ubricants identified below by name, part number or spe ification may be obtained from your GM dealer. I USAGE Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine) FLUID/LUBRICANT Engine oilwith the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol of the proper viscosity. To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see “Engine Oil” in the Index.
USAGE FLUID/LUIBRICANT Manual Transmission (5-Speed with Low Gear, RPO MW3) GM Goodwrench Synthetic Manual Transmission GearOil (GM Part No. 12346 190 - 1 qt.), Castrol Syntorq@LT or equivalent SAE 75W-90 GL-4 gear oil. IUSAGE Manual Synchromesh TransmissionFluid Transmission (GM Part No. 12345349 or (5-Speed without equivalent). Low Gear, RPO MG5) ~~ ~~ Automatic Transmission DEXRON@-I11Automatic Transmission Fluid. Key Lock Cylinders Multi-PuoseLubricant, Superlube (GM Part No.
~~ USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT ~~ ~ USAGE FLUIDLUBRICANT Body Door Hinge Pins, Tailgate Hinge and Linkage, Folding Seat, Fuel Door Hinge Multi-pu I%ose lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). ~~ Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen@Washer Solvent (GM Part No. 10515 15) or equivalent. Propeller Shaft SplineRJniversal Joint and Propeller Shaft Chassis lubricant (GM Part No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services areperformed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service 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 7-52 ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED
Maintenance Record DATE ODOMETER READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED
Maintenance Record ODOMETER READING DATE SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ~ ~
Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact GMC Truck if you need assistance. This sectionalso tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects.
Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and GMC Truck. Normally,any concern you may have with your vehicle can be handled by your selling or servicing dealer. Your dealer has the facility, trained technicians, special tools and up-to-date information to promptly address any issue which may arise. GMC Truck has empowered its dealers to make decisions and repair vehicles, and they are eager to resolve your concern to your complete satisfaction.
For prompt assistance, please have the following information available to givethe Customer Assistance Representative: 0 0 Your name, address, home andbusiness telephone numbers Vehicle Identification Number (Thisis available from thevehicle registration ortitle, or the plate at the top leftof the instrumentpanel and visible through the windshield.
Roadside Assistance Fuel Deliwry: Delivery of enough fuel for the customer to get to the nearest service station (up to $4.00) will be covered. Junzp Stnrt: No-start situations which require a battery jump start will be covered at no charge. Lock Out: Replacement keys or locksmith service will be covered at no charge if you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle. Delivery of the replacement key will be covered at no charge within 10 miles (16 km).
The Roadside Assistance services listed are available to retail and retail lease customers operating 1996 GMC light duty trucks for a period of 3 years/36,000 miles (60 000 km). All services must be pre-arranged by GMC Truck Roadside Assistance. Over-the-phone assistance, such as providing the name of the closest dealer or minor technical advice, etc., is available to all owner/operators of GMC trucks, regardless of vehicle or mileage.
Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States. Please refer to the separate brochure provided by the dealer orcall 1-800-268-6800 for emergency services. Courtesy Transportation GMC Truck Commitment Plus offers courtesy transportation for customers when obtaining warranty service.
GM Participation inBBB AUTO LINE -- Alternative Dispute Resolution Program* *This program may not be available in all states, depending on state law. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner AssistanceInformation booklet. General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitationsand/or to discontinue its participation in this program. Both GMC Truck and your GMC Truck dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle.
To file a claim, you will be asked to provide your name and address, your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and a statement of the nature of your complaint. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age and mileage, and other factors. We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction Procedure before you resort to AUTO LINE, but you may contact the BBB at any time. The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary between you and GMC Truck.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT Service and Owner Publications If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to: Transport Canada Box 8880 Ottawa, OntarioK 1G 3J2 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA (or TransportCanada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us.
Service Manuals Service manuals contain diagnosticand repair information for all chassis and body systems. They may be useful for owners who wish to get a greater understanding of their vehicle. They are also useful for owners with the appropriate skilllevel or training who wish to perform “do-it-yourself’ service. These are authentic General Motors service manuals meant for professional, qualified technicians.
Section 9 Index I Accessory Power Outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-53 AirBag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21 1 -26 Adding Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . How Does it Restrain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24 1-23 How it Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake Adjustment .................................. 6-36 Fluid ........................................ 6-33 6-33 Master Cylinder .............................. Parking ..................................... 2-25 6-36 PedalTravel ................................. 6-36 Replacing System Parts ........................ 2-61 System Warning Light .......................... 4-55 Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Transmission Shift Interlock Check . . . . . . . . . .
Clock. Setting the . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 6-23 Clutch Fluid. Hydraulic .......................... 3- I Comfort Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CompactDisc Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24 3.15. 3.17 Compact Disc Player ....................... Compass. Rearview Mirror with . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-44 Console Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine ................................... 6.8.6.10 Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-26 Coolant Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2- 12 7-42 Coolant Level Check .......................... 2-62 CoolantTemperatureGage ..................... 6-76 Cooling System Capacity ....................... 2-30 Exhaust ..................................... 6.69.6.71 Fuse Blocks ............................ 6-67 Identification .............
ranCais Gear Positions. Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2- 13 Gear Positions. Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . 2- 17. 2- 18 GloveBox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-46 4-42 Gross Axle Weight Rating ........................ 4-42.. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Guide en GVWR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Labels 4-42 Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CertificatiodTire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-42 6-67 Service Parts Identification ..................... Vehicle Identification Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-67 2-39 Lalnps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-43 Cargo Dome . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-43 2-46 Convex Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electrochromic bay/Night Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-44 2-43 Inside Day/Night Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-45 2-45 Power Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MMT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1-52 Safety Belt Extender ............................. .................................... 1-8 Safety Adults ...................................... l-13 Care .......................................6-61 . Center Passenger Position ...................... 1-28 ..................................... Children 1-36 DriverPosition ......... I ..................... 1-13 Extender .................................... 1-52 How to Wear Properly ......................... 1-13 IncorrectUsage ....................
Seatback. Latches ................................ 1-5 Seatbacks.Reclining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Seats 1-6 EasyEntry ................................... ManualFront . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 1-2 Power Driver’s ................................ 1-2 Power Lumbar Control .......................... Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7.1-8 Restraint Systems ..............................
Tape Player Care ............................... 3-24 Temperature Control. Climate Control System . . . . . 3- I . 3-3 2-7 Theft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 1 THEFTLOCK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 1 Thermostat .................................... 6-30 ThirdDoor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Underbody Maintenance ........................ 6-65 Underhood Fuse/Relay Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 1 Underhood Reel Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-41 Underhood Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 1 Vehicle Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 DamageWarnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv Identification Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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