The 2003 GMC Savana Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... I -I Front Seats ............................................... 1-2 ............................................... 1-5 Rear Seats Safety Belts .............................................. 1-9 ....................................... 1-32 Child Restraints ....................................... 1-63 Air Bag System ............................ 1-75 Restraint System Check Features and Controls ..........................
Canadian Owners You can obtain a French copy of this manual from your dealer or from: Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, GMC, the GMC Truck Emblem and the name SAVANA are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice.
Safety Warnings and Symbols 1~ 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 hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. II - - m e mean there is some ng that could hurt youorotherpeople. In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard. Please read these cautions. If you don’t, you or others could be hurt.
Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice will 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.
These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle: I I CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY /3\ LATCH BOTH LAP AND SHOULDER BELTS TO PROTECT OCCUPANT DO NOT TWIST SAFETY BELT WHENATACHING + LIGHTING - PROTECT FASTEN SEAT BELTS SHIELDING CAUSTIC BATTERY ACID COULD CAUSE BURNS MOVE SEAT FULLY REARWARD+ SECURE CHILD SEAT \$!! /x DO NOT INSTALL A REAR-FACING CHILD RESTRAINT IN THISSEATING POSITION LAMPS P=- BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM BRAKE COOLANT PULL BELT AVO ID SPARKS OR FLAMES SPARK
Model Reference This manual covers these models: Cargo Van Passenger Van Cab and Chassis vi
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ...................................................... 1.2 Manual Seats ................................................ 1.2 Power Seat ................................................... 1.3 Reclining Seatbacks ........................................ 1.3 Rear Seats ....................................................... 1.5 Rear Seat Operation ....................................... 1.5 Safety Belts .....................................................
Front Seats Manual Seats The bucket seats can be adjusted forward or rearward with the lever located at the front of the seat. To adjust the seat, pull the lever up to release the seal bottom. Slide the seat to where you want it and then release the lever. Try to move the seat with your body, to make sure the seat is locked into place. 1-2 You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving.
Power Seat Reclining Seatbacks If your vehicle has a power seat on the driver’s or passenger’s side, you can adjust it with these controls located at the front center of the seat cushion. To adjust the seatback, lift the front of the lever, which is located on the inboard side of the seat cushion. To raise or lower the seat, move the center knob up or down. To move the seat forward or rearward, move the center knob toward the right or left.
Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job because it won’t be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash you could go intoit, receiving neck or other injuries. But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. 1-4 The lap belt can’t do its job either. In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen.
Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation There are two pins located on the inboard sides of the rear seats. If the vehicle has floor mats, the pins will be located under a flap that has been cut into the mat.The driver’s side pin will have a black cap with an “L” marked on it and will look like this: Removing the Rear Seat 1. Disconnect the quick release latch plates for the lap shoulder belts on the bench seat to be removed.
The passenger’s side pin will have a white cap with an “R” marked on it and will look like this: 2. Pull the pin handle up which will loosen the pin from the retaining clip. 3. Once the black or white pin is disengaged, pull the pin completely out. 4. Repeat this procedure for the pin on the other seat base. 5. Pull the seat rearward about two inches (5 cm) and then lift the seat from the floor rails. 6. Remove the seat from the vehicle. 1-6 7.
Replacing the ear Seats 1. Position the seat into the open slots in both rails. Push the seat forward in the rail, hooking both seat bases onto the pins inside of the rails. A seat that isn’t locked in1 place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop. People in the vehicle could be injured. Be sure to lock the seat into place properly when installing it. A safety belt that is improperly routed, - t properly attached, or twisted won’t provide the protection needed in a crash.
4. Push the pin with the white handle marked “R” down until it is in the retaining clip. 5. Push the pin with the black handle marked “L” down until it is in the retaining clip. 6. If the vehicle has a floor mat, put the flap back to its original position. 7. Repeat this procedure for the other seat base. 8. Connect the quick-release latch plates for the lap-shoulder belts by inserting the latch plates into the buckles attached at the outboard positions of the bench seat. Do not twist the belt. 9.
Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are 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. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ridein any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts.
Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. See Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3-27. Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a person wouldn’t survive.
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Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q: Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? A: You could be - whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down. And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted. or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop.
Q: If my vehicle has air bags, why should I have to wear safety belts? A: Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future. But they are supplemental systems only; so they work with safety belts - not instead of them. Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts. Even if you’re in a vehicle that has air bags, you still have to buckle up to get the most protection.
3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-31. 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.
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. To move it down, pull on the center adjuster control labeled PULL. You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide. 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.
Q: What’s wrong with this? You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way.
Q: What’s wrong with this? You can be seriously III,dred if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this.In a crash, 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 buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.
Q: What’s wrong with this? You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen, not at the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries.Be sure the belt goes under the armrests. A: The belt is over an armrest.
Q: What’s wrong with this? You --n beser---rsl)..)juredif uea he shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren’t as strongas shoulder bones. You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen. ~ 1 I A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times.
Q: What’s wrong with this? You can be seriously injured by a twisted _. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it. I c 1 I I 1 I I A: The belt is twisted across the body.
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don't wear safety belts. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.
The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly. Center Passenger Position (2nd Row) Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger’s safety belt properly, see Driver Position on page 1- 14.
Center Passenger Position (3rd, 4th and 5th Row) Lap Belt If your vehicle has third, fourth or fifth row bench seats, someone can sit in the center positions. When you sit in a center seating position in the third, fourth or fifth row, 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 Passengers It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. 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. Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug.
Lap-Shoulder Belt Here's how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don't let it get twisted. 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature. If this happens, just let the belt go back all the way and start again. 1-26 If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-31.
y hurt if your shoulder h-.: You can be ser. is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. I 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.
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Your vehicle may have this feature already. If it doesn’t, you can get it from any GM dealer. Rear safety belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.
1. Locate the guide on the side of the seatback. 2. Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide.
3. Be sure the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top. 1.. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1-25. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder. To remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides.
Safety Belt Pretensioners Safety Belt Extender If the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) of your vehicle is lower than 8600, your vehicle has safety belt pretensioners. You can find the GVWR on the certification label located on the rear edge of the driver’s door. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-30 for more information. If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it.
Child Restraints Older Children Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts? A: If possible, an older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs. It should never be worn over the abdomen, which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash.
Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. Q: What if a childis wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck? A: If the child is seated in a rear outside seat position, move the child toward the center of the vehicle.
ever G, s. -... Here a child is sitting ina seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal 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.
Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by the appropriate restraint. Young children should not use the vehicle’s safety belts without an additional restraint, unless there is no other choice. Cargo Vans with a Passenger Air Bag and an Air Bag Off Switch, Passenger Vans and Cab and Chassis Models People -..odd I.- /er hold a baby i their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much -- until a crash.
Children who are up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them. Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide.
For most basic types of child restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. The restraint manufacturer’s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint. In addition, there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs.
Cargo Vans with a Passenger Air Bag and without an Air 9 g Off Switch The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child’s abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that’s unprotected by any bony structure.
Newbolinfants nee :omplete support, including support for the head and neck. This is necessary because a newborn infant’s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body.ln a crash, an infant in a rear-facing seat settles into the restraint, so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant’s body, the back and shoulders. Infants always should be restrained in appropriate infant restraints.
I People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding ina vehicle. A baby doesn't weigh much until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-lb. (1 10kg) force on a person's arms.
Child Restraint Systems An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface. Make sure that the infant’s head rests towara the center of the vehicle. seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint.
A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the child's body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields. 1-43 A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle's safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a five-point harness. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window.
Q: How do child restraints work? A: A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built-in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add-on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’s owner. For many years, add-on child restraints have used the adult belt system in the vehicle. To help reduce the chance of injury, the child also has to be secured within the restraint.
Where to Put the Restraint Passenger Vans without an Air Bag Off Switch Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We, therefore, recommend that child restraints be secured in a rear seat including an infant riding in a rear-facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward-facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat.
Passenger Vans with an Air Bag Off Switch Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. We, therefore, recommend that child restraints be secured in a rear seat, including an infant riding in a rear-facing infant seat, a child riding in a forward-facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat. If you need to secure a rear-facing child restraint in the right front passenger’s seat, turn off the passenger’s air bag.
Cargo Vans and Cab and Chassis Models without an Air Bag Off Switch The child restraint must be secured properly in the right front passenger seat. If your vehicle has a passenger air bag, never use a rear-facing child restraint in this vehicle Here’s why: A chila In a rear-tacing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the air bag inflates. This is because the backof the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag.
Cargo Vans and Cab and Chassis Models with an Air Bag Off Switch The child restraint must be secured properly in the right front passenger seat. If you need to secure a rear-facing child restraint in the right front passenger’s seat, turn off the passenger’s air bag. See Air Bag O f fSwitch on page 1-70 and Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position on page 1-58 for more on this, including important safety information.
Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.’’ It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle. Some top strap-equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top strap being anchored. Others require the top strap always to be anchored. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint.
In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored. In the United States, some child restraints also have a top strap. If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points. Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. Each top tether brac..,t is dc,.
Top Strap Anchor Location On vehicles with a front passenger seat, the anchor for the top strap is located at the rear of the seat cushion on the right front passenger’s seat. Don’t use a child restraint with a top strap in the right front passenger’s position, or in any four-passenger rear bench seat. The top strap is designed for the seond row driver side position and the third/fourth row center seatingpositions in a three-passenger rear bench seat.
Anchor the top strapto this bracket. For the second row only, in the left outboardseating position, use anchor point (A). For the rightoutboard seating position, use anchor point (6). For a center seating position, use either anchor point (A) or (6). In order to use the system, you need either a forward-facing child restraint that has attaching points (B) at its base and a top tether anchor (C), or a rear-facing child restraint that has attaching points (B), as shown here.
I If a LATCH-type child restraint isn’t attached to its anchorage points, the restraint won’t be able to protect the child correctly. Ina crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Make sure that a LATCH-type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points, or use the vehicle’s safety belts to secure the restraint.
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position 1. Find the anchors for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Attach the anchor points on the child restraint to the anchors in the vehicle. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 4.
You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See Top Strap on page 1-48 if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. 1. Put the restraint on the seat. 2. 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. 3. Buckle the belt.
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 (3rd, 4th and 5th Row) Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position (2nd Row) You’ll be using the lap belt. You’ll be using a lap-shoulder belt which works the same way as the safety belts in the rear outside seat positions.
1 . Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt. 2. Put the restraint on the seat. 3. Run the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint.
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. Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Unless your vehicle has an air bag off switch and you have used it to turn the passenger’s air bag off, never put a rear-facing child restraint in the right front passenger’s seat.
Although a rear seat is a safer place, you can secure a forward-fac . g child restr *-Itin th t seat. -’--‘-l A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. If your vehicle is a passengervan, always secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat.
You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See Top Strap on page 7-48if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. 1. If your vehicle has a passenger air bag and an air bag off switch, and you are using a rear-facing child restraint in this seat, make sure the air bag is turned off. See Air Bag Off Switch on page 7-70.
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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. If you were using a rear-facing child restraint in a vehicle with an air bag off switch, turn on the right front passenger’s air bag when you remove the rear-facing child restraint from the vehicle unless the person who will be sitting there is a member of a passenger air bag risk group.
Air Bag System This part explains the air bag system. If it says AIR BAG on the middle part of the steering wheel but it doesn’t say AIR BAG on the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger’s seat, your vehicle has an air bag for the driver only. If it says AIR BAG on the middle part of the steering wheel, but there is no right front passenger seat, your vehicle has an air bag for the driver only.
- ~ You can be severely injured or killed in a crasn if you aren’t wearing your safety belt - even if you have air bags. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it. Air bags are designed to work with safety belts, but don’t replace them. Air bags are designed to deploy only in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes.
There is a air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. An- ne who is up -ainst, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them. Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide.
Where Are the Air Bags? e-- If your vehicle has one, the right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel.
Single Stage Air Bags If some1 l g is betwean occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering.
Dual Stage Air Bags Air Bag Systems If your vehicle has frontal air bags with dual stage deployment, the amount of restraint will adjust according to the crash severity. For moderate frontal impacts, these air bags inflate at a level less than full deployment. For more severe frontal impacts, full deployment occurs.
How Does an Air Bag Restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. Air bags supplement the protection provided by safety belts. Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant’s upper body, stopping the occupant more gradually.
Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which records information about the air bag system. The module records information about the readiness of the system, when the system commands air bag inflation and driver’s safety belt usage at deployment. The module also records speed, engine rpm, brake and throttle data. Air Bag Off Switch Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag system. Improper service can mean that your air bag system won’t work properly.
This switch should only be turned to AIR BAG OFF if the person in the right front passenger’s position is a member of a passenger risk group identified by the national government as follows: Medical Condition. A passenger has a medical condition which, according to his or her physician: causes the passenger air bag to pose a special risk for the passenger; and Infant.
If the air bag readiness light ever comes on when you have turned off the air bag, it means that something may be wrong with the air bag system. The right front passenger’s air bag could inflate even though the switch is off. If this ever happens, don’t let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of a passenger air bag risk group sit in the right front passenger’s position (for example, don’t secure a rear-facing child restraint in your vehicle) until you have your vehicle serviced.
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect 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 yourvehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-1 1.
Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle For up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected, an air bag can still inflate during improper service. You can be injured if you are close to an air bag when it inflates. Avoid wires wrapped with yellow tape or yellow connectors. They are probably part of the air bag system. Be sure to follow proper service procedures, and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified todo so.
Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems 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. Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces.
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Cr I A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person usingit, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible.
Section 2 Features and Controls Keys ............................................................... 2-2 Remote Keyless Entry System ......................... 2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation ...........2-4 Doors and Locks ............................................. 2-7 Door Locks ................................. ........... 2-7 Power Door Locks .......................................... 2-8 Last Door Closed Locking ................................ 2-8 Rear Door Security Locks ................
Keys __ Lea l g ildren a vel le \ -he .,.lition key is dangerous for many reasons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
This vehicle has one double-sided key for the ignition and door locks. It will fit with either side up. Notice: Your vehicle has a number of features that can help prevent theft. You can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside. You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in. So be sure you have spare keys. If you ever do get locked out of your vehicle, call GM Roadside Assistance Center. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-6.
Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. Remote Keyless Entry System Operation At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: Your vehicle may have this feature. 0 Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle.
& (Panic Alarm): The remote keyless entry transmitter comes equipped with an instant panic alarm. To use the alarm, press the horn symbol when the ignition is turned off. The horn will sound and both the interior and exterior lamps will flash for up to thirty seconds. To stop the instant panic alarm, press the panic button again, wait for thirty seconds, or start the vehicle. fi (Cargo Door): Press this button to unlock the cargo doors only.
Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about four years. You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it’s probably time to change the battery. Notice: When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter.
Doors and Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. Door Locks If your vehicle is equipped with keyless entry, see Remote Keyless Entry System on page2-3 for more information. 7 Unlocked uoors can be dangerous. Passengers - especially children - can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle won’t open it. You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked.
Power Door Locks Last Door Closed Locking This feature protects the owner from having an unsecured side cargo door. If the side cargo door is open when the lock button is pressed on the door or the remote keyless entry transmitter, all doors will lock and then re-lock again after the cargo door is closed. If the cargo door is not closed within several minutes, the re-lock will not occur. Press the bottom side of the power door lock switch to lock all the doors at once.
Rear Door Security Locks I Printed in U S A . Security locks are located on the passenger side rear door, the side sliding door or the front portion of the 60/40 side swing-out door. Move the button to the left to engage the security feature. Move the button to the right to return the door locks to normal operation. With this feature, you can lock these doors so they can't be opened from the inside by passengers.
Move the button up to engage the security feature. Move the button down to return the door locks to normal operation. I Side Sliding Door 2-10 Lockout Protection This feature protects you from locking your key in the vehicle when the key is in the ignition and a door is open. If the power lock switch is pressed when either the driver’s, passenger’s, or rear door is open, all the doors will lock and then the driver’s door will unlock. This feature does not include the side cargo door.
Sliding Side Door To open the sliding side door from outside, pull the handle toward the rear of the vehicle. Then, slide the door open. To close the sliding side door from outside, use the outside door handle to slide the door toward the front of the vehicle. When the door slides closed completely, it will be flush with the side of the body.
To open the sliding door from inside, turn the handle upward and toward the rear of the vehicle. Then, slide the door toward the rear of the vehicle to open it. To close the sliding door from inside, grasp the inside handle and slide the door toward the front of the vehicle to a closed position. Make sure the door is completely closed before driving away.
60/40Swing-Out Side Door To open the front portion of a 60140 door from the outside, pull out on the handle and pull it toward you. To open the front portion of a 60/40 door from the inside, pull the handle toward you and push open the door.
Rear Doors F ~ To open the rear portion of a 60/40 door from the outside, pull the handle on the side of the rear door and pull it toward you. To close the 60/40 side doors, close the rear door first. Then close the front door. Check to make sure that both doors are completely closed. The front side swing-out door has a check strap assembly in the door frame to keep the door from opening beyond 90 degrees.
To open the rear doors from the outside, pull the handle toward you to open the passenger’s side rear door first. To open the driver’s side rear door, pull the latch release at the inside edge of the door. To close the rear doors, close the driver side rear door first. Then, close the passenger side rear door. Check to make sure both doors are completely closed.
Windows I I Leaving children in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. I .. Manual Windows To operate your manual windows, turn the hand crank on each door to raise or lower your side door windows.
Power Windows Press the rear of the switch with the power window symbol on it to lower the window. Press the front of the switch with the power window symbol on it to raise the window. The driver’s window switch also has an express-down feature that allows the window to be lowered without holding the switch. Press and hold the side of the window switch marked AUTO for one second to activate the express-down mode.
Swing-Out Windows L Side Swing-Out Window To open the side door swing-out windows, pull up on the latch at the edge of the window. Swing the window out and push down on the latch to lock the window into place. To close the window, pull the latch toward you and push down on the latch to lock it. Your vehicle also has rear swing out windows. 2-18 Rear-Swing Out Windows The rear swing-out windows work the same way as the side swing out windows, but the latch is located at the bottom edge of the window.
Theft-Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is a big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Passlock@ Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock@ theft-deterrent system. If the engine stalls and the SECURITY light flashes, wait until the light stops flashing before trying to restart the engine.
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle Ignition Positions C New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for the first 500 miles (805 km). Don’t drive at any one speed - fast or slow - for the first 500 miles (805 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts. Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles (322 km) or so.
Notice: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t turn it, be sure you are using the correctkey; if so, is it all the way in? Turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to forceit could break the key or the ignition switch. If none of these works, then your vehicle needs service. B (ACCESSORY): This position lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off. Notice: Don’t operate accessories in the ACCESSORY position for long periods of time.
1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm. Notice: Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor. Wait about 15 seconds between each try to help avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter. 2.
Engine Coolant Heater In very cold weather, 0°F (-18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. At temperatures above 32°F (OOC), use of the coolant heater is not required. To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. PI ,ging the cord to an ungrouI.-.td --.tlet could cause an electrical shock.
Automatic Transmission Operation There are several different positions for your shift lever PARK (P): This position locks your rear wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily. It is dangerous to get out of your vehicleif 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 engine is running unless you haveto.
You should use THIRD (3) (or, as you need to, a lower gear) when towing a trailer to minimize heat build-up and extend the life of your transmission. Shifting to a drive gear v __.. le -Jr engine is “racing’’ (running at high speed) is dangerous. Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal, your vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose control and hit people or objects. ...
All-Wheel Drive If your vehicle has all-wheel drive, your engine’s driving power is sent to all four wheels for extra traction when needed. This is like four-wheel drive, but there is no separate lever or switch to engage or disengage the front axle. It is fully automatic, and adjusts itself as needed for road conditions. You may experience a brief vehicle vibration upon acceleration when driving in slippery conditions.
Shifting Into Park (P) It can be c,.lgerous to get out of your vet..-le if the shift lever is not fully inPARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won’t move, even when you’re on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If you’re pulling a trailer, see “Towing a Trailer” in the Index. Pull the lever toward you. 1.
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Rur-ing Move the lever up as far as it will go. It can be dangerous toleave your vehicle ...:h the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmlyset. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire. You or others could be injured. Don’t leave your vehicle with the engine running. 3. Move the ignition key to LOCK. 4.
Torque Lock Shifting Out of Park (P) If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.” To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into PARK (P) properly before you leave the driver’s seat. To find out how, see Shifting lnto Park (P) on page 2-27.
Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Engine exhaust can kill.It contains the s , 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 the road or over road debris. Repairs weren't done correctly.
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust.” ~ ~~ ~~ J Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the fan is at the highest setting. One place this can happen is a garage.
Mirrors Outside Remote Control Mirror Manual Rearview Mirror If your vehicle has power mirrors, they can be adjusted from inside the vehicle. Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror If you have a cargo van without the rear door glass, your vehicle may not have a rearview mirror. Pull the tab under the mirror toward you to reduce glare from headlamps behind you after dark. Push the tab away from you to restore the mirror to the original position.
Outside Camper-Type Mirrors If your vehicle is equipped with the camper-type mirrors, they can be adjusted so you can have a clear view of any objects behind you. 1. To adjust the mirrors when towing a trailer, turn the mirror by pushing the mirror head toward the front of the vehicle.
2. Turn the mirror head so that it swings further outboard and adjust the mirror surface as needed. Outside Power Mirrors If you have power mirrors, they can be adjusted from inside the vehicle. Select the mirror you want to move by turning the knob clockwise to adjust the passenger's side mirror and counterclockwise to adjust the driver's side mirror. The center position is neutral.
Outside Convex Mirror 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. A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.
Onstar@ System Onstar@ Services Onstar@ provides a number of service plans. Some of the services currently provided by Onstar@ are: Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment Emergency Services Roadside Assistance Stolen Vehicle Tracking AccidentAssist Remote DoorUnlock Your vehicle may be equipped with the Onstar@ System.
Onstar@ PersonalCalling Onstar@ Virtual Advisor With Onstar@ Personal Calling, you have a safer way to stay connected while driving. It’s a hands-free wireless phone that’s integrated into your vehicle. You can place calls nationwide using voice-activated dialing with no contracts, no roaming charges and no access fees. To find out more about Onstar@ Personal Calling, refer to the Onstar@ user’s guide in your vehicle’s glove box, or call Onstar@ at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827).
Storage Areas Your front storage compartment is at the center of the instrument panel extension, by the floor. To open the compartment, press down on the inside portion of the handle. The compartment will open automatically. Storage compartments may also be included on the inside of each front door.
Section 3 Instrument Panel instrument Panel Overview .............................. -3-2 Hazard Warning Flashers ................................ 3.4 Other Warning Devices ................................... 3-5 Horn ............................................................. 3.5 Tilt Wheel ..................................................... 3.5 Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever ......................... 3.6 Exterior Lamps ............................................. 3.12 Interior Lamps ................
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The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A.Air Outlets B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever C. Instrument Panel Cluster D. ShiftLever E. Climate Control System F. Audio System G. Headlamp and Parking Lamp Controls H. Tow/Haul Mode Button I. Rear Heating System (If Equipped) J. Accessory Power OutletslCigarette Lighter K.
Hazard Warning Flashers The hazard warning flasher button is located at the top of the steering column. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in. Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. Press the button again to turn the flashers off. 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.
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. Horn Press the horn symbol in the middle of the steering wheel to sound the horn. Tilt Wheel 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.
Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever Turn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. - An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change.
Turn Signal On Chime If your turn signal is left on for more than 3/4 of a mile (1.2 km), a chime will sound at each flash of the turn signal. To turn off the chime, move the turn signal lever to the off position. If your headlamps are off or on low-beam, your high-beam headlamps will turn on and stay on as long as you hold the lever toward you and the high-beam indicator on the instrument panel will come on. Release the lever to turn the high-beam headlamps off.
Windshield Wipers 0 (Off): To stop the wipers, move the band You control the windshield wipers by turning the band with the wiper symbol on it. Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they’re frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become worn or damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. (Mist): For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to mist. Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one wipe.
Cruise Control If you apply your brakes, the cruise control will disengage. Your vehicle may have cruise control. 0 (Off) This position turns the system off. I (On): This position activates the system. Cruise control can be dangerous where you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads.
- Setting Cruise Control If you leave your cruise control on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. You could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control. 1 . Move the cruise control switch to on. 2. Get up to the speed you want. 3. Press in the set button at the end of the lever and release it. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
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 increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier. 0 Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Press the set button at the end of the lever, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed.
/ Exterior Lamps Zo (Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)): Turning the The control on the driver’s side of your instrument panel operates the exterior lamps. Turn the control clockwise to operate the lamps. control to this position selects the DRLs. When the vehicle is shifted out of PARK (P), the instrument panel lamps will illuminate and the DRLs will turn on, unless defeated. When the DRLs are active, the DRL indicator will illuminate.
$0 (Headlamps): Turning the control to this position will turn on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and turn off the daytime running lamps. You can switch your headlamps from high to low-beam by pulling the turn signaVhigh-beam lever toward you. A circuit breaker protects your headlamps. If you have an electrical overload, your headlamps will flicker on and off. Have your headlamp wiring checked right away if this happens.
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Control r I Your vehicle’s center high-mounted stoplamp is located above the rear doors at the center of the vehicle. If items are loaded on the roof of the vehicle, as in a luggage carrier, care should be taken not to block or damage the center high-mounted stoplamp unit. 3-14 Press this knob located next to the exterior lamps knob to extend and turn it to make your instrument panel brighter.
Dome Lamp Override You can use the dome override button, located below the exterior lamps knob, to set the dome lamps to come on automatically when a door is opened, or to remain off. Exit Lighting With exit lighting, the interior lamps will come on for a period of forty seconds when you remove the key from the ignition. The lights will not come on if the dome override button is pressed in. To turn the lamps off press the button. The dome lamps will remain off when a door is open.
Entry Lighting Dome Lamps Your vehicle is equipped with an illuminated entry feature. The dome lamps will come on when you open a door When a door is opened, the dome lamps will come on if the dome override button is in the out position. If the dome override button is pressed in, the lamps will not come on. When the door is closed, the interior lamps will remain on for a period of fifteen seconds or until the vehicle is started.
Accessory Power Outlets Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Your vehicle may have accessory power outlets. Your vehicle may have this feature. The front ashtray can be placed in the instrument panel extension at the center of the instrument panel. Lift up on the ashtray door to open it. You can plug accessory electrical equipment into an accessory power outlet.
Climate Controls Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle. +d (Floor): This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets with some air directed to the outboard outlets (for the side windows) and some air directed to the windshield. The right knob can also be used to select the defrost mode. Information on defogging and defrosting can be found later in this section.
(Temperature Control): Turn the center knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature inside your vehicle. 83 A/C (Air Conditioning): This setting will begin to cool and dehumidify the air inside of your vehicle. AUX A I MAX A/C (Maximum Air Conditioning): Turn the right knob to MAX A/C for maximum cooling. This setting cools the air the fastest, by recirculating the inside air.
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System Your vehicle may have a rear heating and air-conditioning system. This system regulates the temperature, the fan speed and the air delivery for the rear-seat passengers only. It also works with the main climate-control system in your vehicle. Rear Climate-Control Panel The rear control panel for this system is located in the second row behind the driver in the rear of your vehicle.
Directing the Airflow Setting the Temperature Turn the center knob clockwise or counterclockwise to change the direction of the airflow in the rear-seating area. To increase or decrease the temperature for the rear of the vehicle, use the right knob located on the climate-control panel. To change the current mode, select one of the following: The air-conditioning system on the main climate-control panel must be turned on to direct cooled air to the rear of the vehicle.
Defogging and Defrosting Rear Window Defogger Fog on the inside of windows is a result of high humidity (moisture) condensing on the cool window glass. This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly. Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off. Be sure to clear as much snow from the window as possible. Turn the knob on the right of the climate control panel to select the defog or defrost mode.
Outlet Adjustment Operation Tips Use the outlets located near the center and on the sides of the instrument panel to change the direction of airflow. Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the flow of air into your vehicle. Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the system. Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of your vehicle more effectively.
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.
Instrument Panel Cluster United States version shown, Canada similar Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, how muchfuel you’re using, and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely, and economically.
Speedometer Your 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). 3-26 You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed. Laws vary as to the procedure that must be followed, so check with your state or provincial vehicle registration office.
Trip Odometer Safety Belt Reminder Light The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero. To reset the trip odometer, fully press the reset button located near the trip odometer readout. When the key is turned to RUN or START, a tone will come on for several seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety belt is already buckled.
Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensor, the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the air bag system, see Air Bag System on page 1-63.
1 Air Bag Off Light If your vehicle is equipped with an air bag off switch, when you turn the right front passenger’s air bag off, the air bag off light will come on and stay on to remind you that the air bag has been turned off. This light will go off when you turn the air bag back on again. See Air Bag Off Switch on page 1-70 for more on this, including important safety information.
Charging System Light Iftneairbagreadinesslight ever c ;on when you have turned off the air bag, It means that something may be wrong with the air bag system. The right front passenger’s air bag could inflate even though the switch isoff.
Voltmeter Gage When your engine is not running, but the ignition is on (in the RUN position), this gage shows your battery’s state of charge in DC volts. 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. This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle.
Brake System Warning Light With the ignition on, the brake system warning light will come on when you set your parking brake. The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn’t release fully. If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem. 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.
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light Engine Coolant Temperature Gage With the anti-lock brake system, this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds. That’s normal. If the light stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, your 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.
Low Coolant Warning Light Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light LOW COOLANT States United This message is displayed when the cooling system is low on coolant. The engine may overheat. See Engine Coolant on page 5-24 and have your vehicle serviced as soon as you can. 7 Yourvehicle CHECK is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems.
Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect your vehicle’s emission controls and may cause this light to comeon. Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty. This may also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test.
If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install the cap. See Filling Your Tank on page 5-7. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere.
Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD (on-board diagnostic) system determines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system. The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection. This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down. The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving. This may take several days of routine driving.
Change Engine Oil Light Security Light This light is displayed when the engine oil needs to be changed. I 1 United States If this light is flashing, it indicates that the oil level is low. When this light is on steady, it indicates the oil needs to be changed soon. Once the engine oil has been changed, the change engine oil light must be reset. Until it is reset, the light will be displayed when the engine is on. For more information on resetting the system, see Engine Oil on page 5-14.
Cruise Control Light This message is displayed when the tow/haul mode has been activated. CRUISE States Tow/Haul Mode Light TOW / HAUL United The cruise light comes on whenever you set your cruise control. See “Cruise Control” under Turn SignaYultifunction Lever on page 3-6. Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light :::O 0 . 0 You have this light on the instrument panel. It will light whenever the DRL are on. It is also a reminder to turn on your headlamps when driving at night.
If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving, check your coolant temperature and engine oil pressure gages to see if they are in the warning zones. Fuel Gage Listed are four situations you may experience with your fuel gage: At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts the gage reads full. off before It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated.
Audio System(§) Notice: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle - like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio - be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, Delphi Electronics radio or other systems, and even damage them. Your vehicle’s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly.
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) AM-FM Radio Your radio may have a button marked with an H or HR to represent hours and an M or MN to represent minutes. Press and hold the hour button until the correct hour appears on the display. Press and hold the minute button until the correct minute appears on the display. The time may be set with the ignition on or off.
Finding a Station AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FMI and FM2. The display will show your selection. TUNE: Turn this knob to choose radio stations. a SEEK D : Press the right or the left arrow to seek to the next or to the previous station and stay there. To scan stations, press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds until you hear a beep. The radio will go to a station, play for a few seconds and flash the station frequency, then go on to the next station.
Setting the Tone (Bassnreble) AUDIO: To adjust the bass and the treble, press and release the AUDIO button repeatedly until BAS or TRE appears on the display. Then press and hold the up or the down arrow to increase or to decrease. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble. To adjust bass or treble to the middle position, select BAS or TRE. Then press and hold the AUDIO button for more than two seconds until you hear a beep. B and a zero or T and a zero will appear on the display.
Radio with CD ( ase Level) Finding a Station AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FMI and FM2. The display will show your selection. TUNE: Turn this knob to choose radio stations. 4 SEEK D ; Press the right or the left arrow to tune to the next or to the previous station and stay there. To scan stations, press and hold one of the SEEK arrows for two seconds until you hear a beep.
1. Turn the radio on, To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls to the middle position, first end out of audio mode by pressing another button, causing the radio to perform that function, or by waiting five seconds for the display to return to time of day. Then press and hold the AUDIO button for more than two seconds until you hear a beep. CEN will appear on the display. 2. Press AM FM to select AM, FM1 or FM2. Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) 3. Tune in the desired station. 4.
To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls to the middle position, first end out of audio mode by pressing another button, causing the radio to perform that function, or by waiting five seconds for the display to return to time of day. Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep. CEN will appear on the display. Radio Messages CAL (Calibration): Your audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory.
6 RPT (Repeat): Press this pushbutton once to hear a track over again. RPT will appear on the display. The current track will continue to repeat. Press RPT again to turn off repeated play. OFF will appear on the display. a SEEK D : Press the right or the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous track. The track number will appear on the display. RCL (Recall): Press this knob to see the current track number or how long the current track has been playing.
Radio with Cassette and CD Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select LOW, MEDIUM or HIGH. AVOL will appear on the display. Each higher setting will allow for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds. Then as you drive, automatic volume increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any speed. The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive. NONE will appear on the display if the radio cannot determine the vehicle speed.
Finding a Station Setting Preset Stations BAND: Press this button to switch between AM, FMI, FM2. The display will show your selection. The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2) by performing the following steps: TUNE: Turn this knob to choose radio stations. 4 SEEK b : Press the right or the left arrow to seek to the next or to the previous station and stay there.
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) Adjusting t AUDIO: Press and release the AUDIO knob until BASS, MID, or TREB appears on the display. Turn the knob to increase or to decrease. The display will show the bass, midrange, or treble level. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble. AUDIO: To adjust the balance to the right and the left speakers, push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display. Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers.
Using RDS Finding a PTY Station Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. To select and find a desired PTY perform the following: 1. Turn the P-TYPE LIST knob. TYPE and a PTY will appear on the display. Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming, 2. Select a category by turning the P-TYPE LIST knob.
SCAN: You can also scan through the channels within a category by performing the following: 1. Turn the P-TYPE LIST knob. TYPE and a PTY will appear on the display. 2. Select a category by turning the P-TYPE LIST knob. 3. Once the desired category is displayed, press either SCAN arrow, and the radio will begin scanning within your chosen category. 4. Press wither SCAN arrow again to stop scanning.
When a message is not available from a station, NO INFO will be displayed. ALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies. When an alert announcement comes on the current radio station, ALERT! will appear on the display. You will hear the announcement, even if the volume is muted or a cassette tape or compact disc is playing. If the cassette tape or compact disc player is playing, play will stop during the announcement. You will not be able to turn off alert announcements.
Radio Messages CAL ERR (Calibration Error): This message is displayed when the radio has not been calibrated properly for the vehicle. You must return to the dealership for service. LOCKED: This message is displayed when the THEFTLOCK@ system has locked up. You must return to the dealership for service. Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player.
3 REV (Reverse): Press this pushbutton to reverse the tape rapidly. Press it again to return to playing speed. The radio will play while the tape reverses. The station frequency and REV will appear on the display. You may select stations during reverse operation by using the TUNE and SEEK. 4 FWD (Forward): Press this pushbutton to advance quickly to another part of the tape. Press this pushbutton again to return to playing speed. The radio will play while the tape advances.
Cassette Tape Messages CD Adapter Kits CHK TAPE (Check Tape): If CHK TAPE appears on the radio display, the tape won’t play because of one of the following errors. It is possible to use a portable CD player adapter kit with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape player. The tape is tight and the player can’t turn the tape hubs. Remove the tape. Hold the tape with the open end down and try to turn the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil.
Playing a Compact Disc 4 FWD (Forward): Press and hold this pushbutton to Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in and the disc should begin playing. The display will show the CD symbol. If you want to insert a compact disc with the ignition off, first press DlSP or the eject symbol. advance quickly within a track. Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to advance at six times the normal playing speed.
DlSP (Display): Press this knob to see how long the current track has been playing. ET and the elapsed time will appear on the display. To change the default on the display (track or elapsed time), push the knob until you see the display you want, then hold the knob for two seconds. The radio will produce one beep and selected display will now be the default.
Radio with Six-Disc CD AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): Your system has a feature called automatic volume. With this feature, your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select MIN, MED or MAX. Each higher setting will allow for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds. Then, as you drive, automatic volume increases the volume, as necessary, to overcome noise at any speed.
Finding a Station Setting Preset Stations BAND: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1, FM2. The display will show your selection. The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FMI and six FM2), by performing the following steps: TUNE: Turn this knob to select radio stations. 1. Turn the radio on. k SEEK A : Press the right or the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there.
Setting the Tone (Bassnreble) Adjusting the Speakers (BalanceIFade) AUDIO: Press and release the AUDIO knob until BASS, MID, or TREB appears on the display. Turn the knob to increase or to decrease. The display will show the bass, midrange, or treble level. If a station is weak or noisy, you may want to decrease the treble. AUDIO: To adjust the balance to the right and the left speakers, push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display.
Using RDS Finding a PTY Station Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use onlv on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. To select and find a desired PTY perform the following: Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming, receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies, display messages from radio stations, and 0 seek to stations with traffic announcements.
SCAN: You can also scan through the stations within a category by performing the following: 1. Press the P-TYPE button. P-TYPE and the last selected PTY will be displayed on the screen. 2. Select a category by turning the P-TYPE knob. Setting Preset PTYs The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite PTYs. These buttons have factory PTY presets. You can set up to 12 PTYs (six FM1 and six FM2) by performing the following steps: 1 . Press BAND to select FMI or FM2. 3.
RDS Messages ALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies. When an alert announcement comes on the current radio station, ALERT! will appear on the display. You will hear the announcement, even if the volume is muted or a compact disc is playing. If the compact disc player is playing, play will stop during the announcement. You will not be able to turn off alert announcements. ALERT! will not be affected by tests of the emergency broadcast system. This feature is not supported by all RDS stations.
Playing a Compact Disc If an error appears on the display, see ‘Compact Disc Messages” later in this section. LOAD CB /1: Press the LOAD side of this button to load CDs into the compact disc player. This compact disc player will hold up to six discs. To insert one disc, do the following: 1. Turn the ignition on. 2. Press and release the LOAD side of the LOAD CD button. 3. Wait for the light, located to the right of the slot, to turn green. 4. Load a disc.
Playing a Specific Loaded Compact Disc For every CD loaded, a number will appear on the radio display. To play a specific CD, first press the CD AUX button to start playing a CB. Then press the numbered pushbutton that corresponds to the CD you want to play. A small bar will appear under the CD number that is playing, and the track number will appear. If an error appears on the radio display, see “Compact Disc Messages” later in this section.
RPT (Repeat): With repeat, you can repeat one track or an entire disc. To use repeat, do the following: To repeat the track you are listening to, press and release the RPT button. RPT will appear on the display. Press RPT again to turn it off. To repeat the disc you are listening to, press and hold the RPT button for two seconds. RPT will appear on the display. Press RPT again to turn it off.
Using Song List Mode The integrated six-disc CD changer has a feature called song list. This feature is capable of saving 20 track selections. To save tracks into the song list feature, perform the following steps: 1. Turn the disc player on and load it with at least one disc. See “LOAD CD” listed previously in this section for more information. 2. Check to see that the disc changer is not in song list mode. S-LIST should not appear in the display.
After a track has been deleted, the remaining tracks are moved up the list. When another track is added to the song list, the track will be added to the end of the list. Compact Disc Messages CHECK CD: If this message appears on the radio display, it could be due to one of the following reasons: To delete the entire song list, perform the following steps: 1. Turn the disc player on. 2. Press the SONG LIST button to turn song list on. S-LIST will appear on the display. 3.
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) Primary Radio Controls This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to and control any of the music sources: radio, cassette tapes and CDs. However, the rear seat passengers can only control the music sources that the front seat passengers are not listening to. For example, rear seat passengers may listen to a cassette tape or CD through headphones, while the driver listens to the radio through the front speakers.
Rear Seat Radio Controls AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2. If the front passengers are already listening to the radio, the RSA controller will not switch between the bands and cannot change the frequency. Press this button to play a cassette tape or a compact disc when listening to the radio. The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening.
P.SET PRBG (Preset Program): The front passengers must be listening to something different for each of these functions to work: @ @ @ Press this button to scan through the preset radio stations set on the pushbuttons on the main radio. The radio will go to a preset station stored on your pushbuttons, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next preset station. Press this button again to stop scanning presets. When a cassette tape is playing, press this button to go to the other side of the tape.
Understanding Radio Reception The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines. Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it. FM FM stereo will give you the best sound, but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to come and go.
When cleaning the cassette tape player with the recommended non-abrasive cleaning cassette, it is possible that the cassette may eject, because the cut tape detection feature on your radio may recognize it as a broken tape, in error. To prevent the cleaning cassette from being ejected, use the following steps: 1. Turn the ignition on. 2. Turn the radio off. 3. Press and hold the TAPE DISC button for five seconds. READY will appear on the display and the cassette symbol will flash for five seconds. 4.
Care of Your CD Player Chime Level Adjustment The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised, due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism. The radio is the vehicle chime producer. The chime is produced from the driver’s side front door speakers. To change the volume level, press and hold pushbutton 6 with the ignition on and the radio power off.
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving. the Road. and Your Vehicle ..........4-2 Defensive Driving ........................................... 4-2 Drunken Driving ............................................. 4-2 Control of a Vehicle ..................................... 4-5 Braking ...................................................... 4-6 Locking Rear Axle .......................................... 4-8 Steering ........................................................ 4-9 Off-Road Recovery .........
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Defensive Driving the floor - makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision, with resulting injury. Ask a passenger to help do things like this, or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself. These simple defensive driving techniques could save your life. The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Drunken Driving Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up.
Many adults - by some estimates, nearly half the adult population - choose never to drink alcohol, so they never drive after drinking. For persons under 21, it’s against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological and developmental reasons for these laws. The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive.
There is a gender difference, too. Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men. Since alcohol is carried in body water, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks. The law in an increasing number of U.S. states, and throughout Canada, sets the legal limit at 0.08 percent. In some other countries, the limit is even lower. For example, it is 0.05 percent in both France and Germany.
Control of a Vehicle Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness and judgement can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol. You can have a serious-or even fatal-collision if you drive after drinking. Please don’t drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking. Ride home in a cab; or if you’re with a group, designate a driver who will not drink. You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go.
Braking 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 time. Average reaction time is about 3/4 of a second. But that’s only an average. It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another. Age, physical condition, alertness, coordination and eyesight all play a part. So do alcohol, drugs and frustration.
Anti-lock Brake System Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes. ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid. When you start your engine and begin to drive away, your anti-lock brake system will check itself. You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on. This is normal. If there’s a problem with the anti-lock brake system, this warning light will stay on. See Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light on page 3-33.
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. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.
Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Steering Tips Driving on Curves It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control’’ accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves. Here’s why: Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves.
Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you. You can avoid these problems by braking - if you can stop in time. But sometimes you can’t; there isn’t room. That’s the time for evasive action - steering around the problem.
Off-Road Recovery Passing You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again.
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. 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.
Loss of Control A cornering skid is best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal. Let’s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go. If you start steering quickly enough, your vehicle may straighten out.
Driving at Night Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively. Don't drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. e Since you can't see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. e Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead. e In remote areas, watch for animals. If you're tired, pull off the road in a safe place and rest.
You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps. It can take a second or two, or even several seconds, for your eyes to re-adjust to the dark. When you are faced with severe glare (as from a driver who doesn’t lower the high beams, or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps), slow down a little. Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps. Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean - inside and out.
The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road and even people walking. It’s wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid.
Hydroplaning Driving Through FlclAfing Water Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you’re going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, it has little or no contact with the road. Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. If you try to drive through flowing water, as you might at a low water crossing, your vehicle can be carried away.
City Driving Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: 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. Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities. You’ll save time and energy. See the next part, “Freeway Driving.” Treat a green light as a warning signal. A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it.
Freeway Driving The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. Too-fast or too-slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow. Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane. At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traffic.
Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night. Here are some things you can check before a trip: Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservior full? Are all windows clean inside and outside? When you want to leave the freeway, move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to the next exit.
Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy.
Hill and Mountain Roads If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transmission. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. Know how to go down hills. The most important thing to know is this: let your engine do some of the slowing down. Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill.
Know how to go uphill. You may want to shift down to a lower gear. The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission, and you can climb the hill better. Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will have to do all the workof 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. Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill.
Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle. . Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and reflective warning triangles.
Whatever the condition - smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow - drive with caution. Accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more. 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 Braking on page 4-6.
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 wrapa blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats - anything youcan wrap around yourselfor tuck under your clothingto keep warm. , If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation.
Snowcantrapexhaustgasesunder ur vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside.CO could overcome you and kill you. You can’tsee it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle. Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe. And check around again from time to time to be sure snow doesn’t collect there. Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that’s away from the wind. This will help keep CO out.
If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will need to spin the wheels, but you don’t want 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 spin at high speed, they can explode, and you or others could be injured. And, the transmission or other parts of the vehicle can overheat. That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage.
Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-6. If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind a motorhome), see “Recreational Vehicle Towing” following. Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle behind another vehicle - such as behind a motorhome.
Loading Your Vehicle , The Certificationnire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). To find out the actual loads on your front 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 or rear axle.
Payload Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle. Try to spread the weight evenly. Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside the vehicleso that some of them are above the tops of the seats. Don’t leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle. When you carry something inside the vehicle, secure it whenever you can. Don’t leave a seat folded down unless you need to.
Towing a Trailer If yo^, Uon’t use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well -- or even at all. You and your passengers could be seriously injured. Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section. Ask your dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with your vehicle.
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer Three important considerations have to do with weight: the weight of the trailer, If you do, here are some important points: e e e e e There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving. A good source for this information can be state or provincial police.
Your vehicle is equipped with a button on the instrument panel, to the right of the steering wheel, which when pressed enables tow/haul. Tow/haul is designed to be most effective when the vehicle and trailer combined weight is at least 75% of the vehicle’s Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR). Tow/haul is most useful under the following driving conditions: 0 When pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load through rolling terrain.
Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be? It depends on how you plan to use your rig. For example, speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important. And, it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle. The following chart shows how much your trailer can weigh, based upon vehicle model and options.
Vehicle* Ratio I Axle GI500 Passenger Van 2WD* 5300 V 8 I I I * Tongue weight should Vehicle* G2500 Cargo Van 2WD* 4300 V6 GCWR I 12,000 Ibs. (5 448 kg I I 10 percent to 15 percent of trailer weight up to 1,500 Ibs (680kg). Ratio I Axle HI500 Passenger Van AWD* 5300 V 8 I 6,400 Ibs. (2 906 kg) * Tongue weight should be I Maximum Weight Trailer I ;.% I I I Vehicle* I I I 2% I MaximumWeight Trailer 6,200 Ibs.
5300 V8 I 3.73 I 6,400 Ibs. (2 kg)906 12,000 Ibs. (5 kg)448 6000 V8 - Vehicle* IRatio Axle I Maximum Trailer Weiaht GCWR G2500 Passenger Van 2WD Short Wheelbase* 3.73 Ibs. (3 587 kg) 14,000 lbs.(6 538 kg) 7,900 6000 V8 4.10 9,900 Ibs. (4 495 kg) 16,000 Ibs. (7 264 kg) * Tongue weight should be 10 percent to 15 percent of trailer weight up to 1,000 Ibs (454 kg).
I I I I GCWR Vehicle* Ratio Axle Maximum Trailer Weight G3500 Cargo Van 2WD Short Wheelbase* 14,000 Ibs. (6 356 kg) 8,300 Ibs. (3 768 kg) 3.73 6000 V8 10,000 Ibs. (4 540 kg) 16,000 Ibs. (7 264 kg 4.10 * Tongue weight should be 10 percent to 15 percent of trailer weight up to 1,500 Ibs (680 kg). I I Ratio Axle Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR Vehicle* G3500 Cargo Van 2WD Long Wheelbase* 14,000 Ibs. (6 356 kg) 3.73 8,100 Ibs. (3 677 kg) 6000 V8 16,000 Ibs. (7 264 ka 4.1 0 10,000 Ibs.
6000 V8 -~ ~~~ ~ I Vehicle* 3.73 7,700 Ibs. (3 496 kg) 14,000 Ibs. (6 356 kg) 4.10 9,700 Ibs. (4 404 kg) 16,000 Ibs. (7 264 kg * Tongue weight should be 10 percent to 15 percent of trailer weight up to 1,500 Ibs (680 kg). I Axle Ratio I _ _ _ ~ ~ ~ Maximum TrailerGCWR Weight ~ ~ Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming the driver is in the towing vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment.
Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle. And if you will tow a trailer, you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight, too.
Hitches It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: e The bumpers on your vehicle are not intended for hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper-type hitches to them. Use only a frame-mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper. Do not use a ball hitch, because it could pull the bumper loose.
Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 1,000 Ibs (450 kg) loaded, then it needs its own brakes - and they must be adequate. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you’ll be able to install, adjust and maintain them properly. Your trailer brake system can tap into your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system, except: rn Don’t tap into your vehicle’s brake system if the trailer’s brake system will use more than 0.02 cubic inch (0.
Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself.
Making Turns Driving On Grades Notice: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering. Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you starr down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift down, you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider turns than normal.
Park'-g on t"'ls - When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: 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. 0 start your engine, shift into a gear, and release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of 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. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid (don’t overfill), engine oil, axle lubricant, belt, cooling system and brake system. Each of these is covered in this manual, and the index will help you find them quickly. If you’re trailering, it’s a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip.
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care .. Service ............................................................ 5.3 Doing Your Own Service Work ......................... 5-3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ............................................ , ......5.4 Fuel ................................................................ 5.5 Gasoline Octane ............................................ 5.5 Gasoline Specifications .................................... 5-5 California Fuel .............
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement .............. 5.59 Tires .............................................................. 5.60 Inflation ..Tire Pressure ................................ 5.61 Dual Tire Operation ....................................... 5.62 Tire Inspection and Rotation ........................... 5.62 When It Is Time New for Tires ....................... 5-64 Buying New Tires ........................................ 5-65 Uniform Tire Quality Grading .
Service Doing Your Own Service Work Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can.
You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform. See Ps E; Maintenance Record on page 6-79. Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle I Things you might add to theoutside of yourvehicle can affect the airflow around it. This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance. Check withyour dealer before addingequipment to the outside of your vehicle. I .
Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle. Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher. If the octane is less than 87, you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive. If this occurs, use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible. Otherwise, you might damage your engine. A little pinging noise when you accelerate or drive uphill is considered normal.
California Fuel If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards, your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance may be affected.
To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). While refueling, place the fuel capin the holder provided. Eillinc "qur Tank I Fuel vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries. Don't smoke if you're near fuel or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from fuel. I _.. ,..I', ~-.- The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the driver's side of your vehicle.
Be careful not to spill fuel. Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle on page 5-90. When filling the tank do not overfill by squeezing in much more fuel after the pump shuts off. When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed.
Checking Things Under the Hood Thih,,s that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or rubber. You or others could be burned. Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine. Hood Release To open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull this handle inside the vehicle. It is located in front of the driver’s side door frame near the floor.
2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and lift up the secondary hood release underneath the middle of the hood. 3. Lift the hood.
. . ". I _ "i 4. Release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood hinge on the driver's side. If your vehicle has an underhood lamp, it will automatically come on and stay on until the hood is closed. Before closing the hood, be sure all of the filler caps are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop. Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer. then let the hood down and close it firmly.
Engine Compartment Overview When you lift the hood, you'll see these items: 5-12
A. B. C. D. E. F. Battery Radiator Pressure Cap Coolant Recovery Tank Transmission Fluid Dipstick Engine Oil Fill Engine Oil Dipstick G. Air Filter Restriction Indicator H. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter I. Power Steering Reservoir J. Brake Master Cylinder K.
Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It’s a good idea to check your engine oil every 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 oil dipstick has a yellow handle and is located near the center of the engine compartment. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5- 12 for more information on location. 5-14 Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan.
When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD mark, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Specifications on page 5- 103. Notice: Don’t add too much oil. If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating range, your engine could be damaged.
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol. If you choose to perform the engine oil change service yourself, be sure the oil you use has the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container.
As in the chart shown previously, SAE 5W-30 is the only viscosity grade recommended for your vehicle. You should look for and use only oils which have the API Starburst symbol and which are also identified as SAE 5W-30. If you cannot find such SAE 5W-30 oils, you can use an SAE IOW-30 oil which has the API Starburst symbol, if it's going to be 0°F (-18°C) or above. Do not use other viscosity grade oils, such as SAE 1OW-40 or SAE 20W-50 under any conditions.
How to Reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL Light The GM Oil Life System calculates when to change your engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Anytime your oil is changed, reset the system so it can calculate when the next oil change is required. If a situation occurs where you change your oil prior to a change engine oil light being turned on, reset the system. To reset the change engine oil light, do the following: 1. Turn the ignition key to RUN with the engine off. 2.
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Your vehicle may have this feature. The engine air cleaner/filter assembly has an indicator that lets you know when the air filter is dirty and needs to be serviced. 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, press the button to reset. The engine air cleaner/filter is located near the center of the engine compartment.
Check the indicator again after your vehicle has been driven. If the area inside the indicator is orange and CHANGE AIR FILTER appears, the filter should be replaced. To replace the engine air cleanedfilter, do the following: See Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 5-106 for the proper filter to use. Refer to the maintenance schedule to determine when to replace the engine air cleaner/filter. See Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6-4. 1.
Automatic Transmission Fluid How to Check When to Check and Change Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department. A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed.
Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50°F (1OOC). If it's colder than 50°F (lOOC), drive the vehicle in DRIVE (D) until the engine temperature gage moves and then remains steady for 10 minutes. A cold fluid check can be made after the vehicle has been sitting for eight hours or more with the engine off, but this is used only as a reference. Let the engine run at idle for five minutes if outside temperatures are 50°F (10OC) or more.
How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-17. 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 a hot check. 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.
Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL@ engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add only DEX-COOL@ extended life coolant. The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating, see Engine Overheating on page 5-28.
What to Use Use a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water and one-half DEX-COOL@ coolant which won’t damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you don’t need to add anything else. Notice: If you use an improper coolant mixture, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts.
Adding Coolant Checking Coolant The coolant recovery tank is located near the center of the engine compartment. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5- 12 for more information on location. The vehicle must be on a level surface. When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at COLD FILL, or a little higher. 5-26 If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank.
Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank, but be careful not to snill it. 1 ’ -an beburn if u s, I coolan. n hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. ~ ~ ~ ,’ ~ Occasionally check the coolant level in the radiator. For information on how to add coolant to the radiator, see Cooling System on page 5-30. The radiator pressure cap is located near the center of the engine compartment.
Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until there is no signof steam or coolant before you open the hood.
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine 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. Stop after high-speed driving. Idle for long periods in traffic. Tow a trailer. See ”Driving on Grades” in Towing a Trailer on page 4-32. If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: If you no longer have the overheat warning, you can drive.
Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: A. Radiator Pressure Cap B. Coolant Recovery Tank C. Engine Cooling Fan(s) If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down. 5-30 When the engine is cold, the coolant level should be at or above the COLD FILL mark. If it isn’t, you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system.
If there seems to be no leak, start the engine again. See if the engine cooling 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. Notice: Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn’t covered by your warranty. See “Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode” in the Index for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency.
When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the COLD FILL mark, start your vehicle. F You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don't spill coolant on a hot engine.
If the overheat warning continues, there’s one more thing you can try. You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it. - Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little -- they can come out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap, is hot.
2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops. (Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A hiss means there is still some pressure left.
3. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOL@ coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck. See Engine Coolant on page 5-24 for more information about the proper coolant mixture. 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the COLD FILL 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 cooling fan. 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 DEX-COOL@coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck. 5-36 8. Then replace the pressure cap. At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck, reinstall the pressure cap.
Engine Fan Noise Power Steering Fluid Your vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. When the clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine. In most everyday driving conditions, the fan is spinning slower and the clutch is not fully engaged. This improves fuel economy and reduces fan noise. Under heavy vehicle loading, trailer towing and/or high outside temperatures, the fan speed increases as the clutch more fully engages. So you may hear an increase in fan noise.
When to Check Power Steering Fluid What to Use It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. To determine what kind of fluid to use, see Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-17. Always use the proper fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals.
Adding Washer Fluid Notice: e Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution tofreeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water doesn’t clean as well as washer fluid. Fill your washer fluid tank only three-quarters full when it’s very cold.
Brakes Brake Fluid that fluid is leaking out of the brake system. If it is, you should have your brake system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes won’t work well, or won’t work at all. So, it isn’t a good idea to “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.
Checking Brake Fluid You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir. With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system, your brakes may not work well, or they may not even work at all. This could cause a crash. Always use the proper brake fluid. Notice: Just look at the brake fluid reservoir. The fluid level should be above MIN.
Brake Wear Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake peda’ “rmly). Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation.
Replacing Brake System Parts Vehicle Storage The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality GM brake parts. When you replace parts of your braking system - for example, when your brake linings wear down and you need new ones put in - be sure you get new approved GM replacement parts. If you don’t, your brakes may no longer work properly.
Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to follow e steps below to do it safely. “ Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: They contain acid that can burn you. They contain gas that can explode or ignite. They contain enough electricity to burn you. If you don’t follow these steps exactly, some or all of these things can hurt you.
The remote positive (+) terminal is located behind a red plastic cover near the engine accessory drive bracket on the driver’s side below the alternator. To uncover the remote positive (+) terminal, open the red plastic cover. The remote negative (-) terminal is located on the engine drive bracket on all V8 engines and it is marked “GND.” On V6 engines the remote negative (-) terminal is located on a tab attached to the engine accessory drive bracket where it is marked “GND.
5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged, too. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you should know. Positive (+) will go to positive (+) or to a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. Negative (-) will go to a heavy, unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative (-) 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. 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 engine part or to a remote negative (-) terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery. 9.
To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative (-) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative (-) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 3. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 4. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the other vehicle. 5. Return the positve (+) remote terminal to its original position. Jumper Cable Removal A.
All-Wheel Drive Lubricant checks in this section also apply to these vehicles. However, there are two additional systems that need lubrication. How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant. See Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6-15. If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant.
Rear Axle When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant. See Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6-4. How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. 5-50 If you have the 1500 Series, the proper level is from 5/8 inch (15 mm) to 1 5/8 inch (40 mm) below the bottom of the filler plug hole.
Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it. See Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6-4. How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. When the differential is cold, add enough lubricant to raise the level to 3/8 inch (10 mm) below the filler plug hole.
Noise Control System Tampering With Noise Control System Prohibited Tampering with Noise Control System Prohibited Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof: The following information relates to compliance with federal noise emission standards for vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of more than 10,000 Ibs (4 536 kg).
Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering are the acts listed below. Insulation: 0 Removal of the noise shields or any underhood insulation. Air Intake: 0 Removal of the air cleaner silencer. 0 Modification of the air cleaner. Exhaust: Removal of the muffler and/or resonator. Engine: Removal or rendering engine speed governor (if equipped) inoperative so as to allow engine speed to exceed manufacturer specifications. 0 Removal of the exhaust pipes and exhaust pipe clamps.
Bulb Replacement For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. For the type of bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-58. Halogen Headlamps 1. Remove the two bolts from the headlamp assembly. 2. Remove the two pins on the top of the headlamp assembly. To remove the pins, turn the outer pin clockwise and pull it straight up. To remove the inner pin, turn it counterclockwise and pull it straight up. 3.
8. Without removing the headlamp assembly itself, remove the bulb socket from the back of the headlamp on the driver’s side. 9. Turn the bulb counterclockwise one quarter turn to remove it from the socket. 11. Install the new bulb into the socket and return it to the headlamp assembly. 12. Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle and reinstall the two pins. 10. On the passenger’s side, turn the bulb clockwise one turn. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb.
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps Taillamps 1. Use a small tool to unlatch the outboard clip on this lamp. 2. Pull the lamp forward to completely unlatch the clip. Move the lamp outboard to loosen the tabs. 3. Remove the lamp from the grille. 4. Squeeze the tab on the side of the bulb assembly while turning it counterclockwise. 5. Remove the bulb assembly from the back of the lens and replace the bulb. 6. Turn the socket clockwise to reinstall it in the lens assembly. 1.
8. To remove, squeeze the tab on the side of the sockets while turning them counterclockwise. 9. Turn the bulb counterclockwise to remove it. Install the new bulb. 10. Reverse the above steps to reinstall the lamp.
Center High Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) Replacement Bulbs I Exterior Lamp Number I Bulb Sealed Beam Headlamps H6054 Composite Low-Beam 9006GS HeadlamDs Composite High-Beam 9005 Headlamps Front Sidemarker Lamp 194 Front Parking and Turn Lamp 3 157KX I Back-up Lamp I 3157 Rear Parking, Stop, and 3157 Turn Lamp CHMSL I912 For any bulb not listed here, contact your dealer. I It is recommended that this component be replaced as a unit by your dealer.
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear and cracking. See "Wiper Blade Check" in At Least Twice a Year on page 6-1 1 for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. To remove the type with a release clip, do the following: 1. Lift the wiper arm until it locks into a vertical position. 2. Press down on the blade assembly pivot locking tab.
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 Warranty booklet for details. 5-60 Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction. You could have an air-out and a serious accident. See “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index. Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires.
Inflation -- Tire Pressure The CertificationlTire label, which is on the rear edge of the driver’s door, 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 1 mile (1.6 km). Notice: Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right. It’s not.
Dual Tire Operation Tire Inspection and Rotation 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, 1 600 and 10 000 km) of driving. For proper torque and wheel nut tightening information, see “Tightening the Wheel Nuts” later in this section. Tires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (IO 000 to 13 000 km). The outer tire on a dual wheel setup generally wears faster than the inner tire.
FRT FRT If your vehicle has dual rear wheels, always use one of the correct rotation patterns shown here when rotating your tires. When you install dual wheels, be sure that vent holes in the inner and outer wheels on each side are lined up. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Certification/Tire label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” under Capacities and Specifications on ---ge 5- 103.
When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. Some commercial truck tires may not have treadwear indicators. 5-64 You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire. You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire’s rubber.
Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the CertificationlTire label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall. When you get new tires, get ones with that same TPC Spec number. That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give proper endurance, handling, speed rating, traction, ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1.5) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
Temperature - A, B, C Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 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.
Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need.
Us8-?R-’-cemen+ ‘Yheels Putting a used wheel on your vehicleis dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or how far it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash.If you have to replace a wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel. Tire Chains Notice: Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use chains that are the proper size for your tires. Install them on the tires of the rear axle. Tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened.
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. Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people. You and they could be badly injured. Find a level place to change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Put the shift lever in PARK (P). 3. Turn off the engine.
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Remove the retaining wing bolt and lift it off the mounting bracket. If you have a van with the 15-passenger seating arrangement, the equipment you’ll need is secured on the rear passenger side floor of the vehicle. Remove the retaining wing bolt and lift it out of the mounting bracket.
II A C Attach the wheel wrench and ratchet, with the DOWN side facing you. The wheel wrench has a socketend and a flat chisel end. B Put the flat chisel end of the wheel wrench on an angle through the hole between the body and the bumper. Be sure the flat end connects into the hoist shaft. The tools you'll be using include the jack (A), jack handle extension (B), jack handle (C), wheel wrench (D) and the ratchet (E). Your spare tire is stored underneath the rear of your vehicle.
Turn the ratchet counterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the ground. If the spare tire does not lower to the ground, the secondary latch is engaged causing the tire not to lower. See “Secondary Latch System” later in this section. When the tire has been lowered, pull the tire toward you so you can reach the tire retainer and pull it up through the wheel opening. If you have a vehicle which was completed from a cab and chassis, refer to the information from the body supplier/installer.
Secondary Latch System To release the spare tire from the secondary latch, do th ‘ollc ‘ng: Your vehicle has an underbody mounted tire hoist assembly equipped with a secondary latch system. It’s designed to stop the spare tire from suddenly falling off your vehicle if the cable holding the spare tire is damaged. For the secondary latch to work, the tire must be stowed with the valve stem pointing down. Someone standing too close during the procedure could be injured by the jack.
4. Connect the jack handle (C) and jack handle extension (B) together and press the retention clip (arrow) so it engages. 1. Check under the vehicle to see if the cable end is visible. 2. If the cable is not visible, start this procedure at Step 6. 3. Turn the wrench counterclockwise until approximately 6 inches (15 cm) of cable is exposed. 5.
9. Disconnect the jack handle from the jack and carefully remove the jack. Use one hand to push against the spare while firmly pulling the jack out from under the spare tire with the other hand. If the spare tire is hanging from the cable, slide the ratchet onto the wheel wrench and insert the wheel wrench into the hoist shaft hole above the bumper and turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare the rest of the way. Be sure the DOWN mark on the ratchet is facing you. 10.
Removing the Wheel Covers 2. Assemble the jack and tools for a front or rear flat as follows: If your vehicle has plastic wheel nut caps, loosen them by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. The wheel nut caps are designed to remain with the center cap. Remove the center cap. If the wheel has a smooth center piece, place the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry it out. Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1.
Rear Flat: Assemble the jack (A) together with the jack handle (B), jack handle extension (C) and ratchet (D) as shown. Be sure that the ratchet has the UP mark facing you. To assemble the jack handle and jack handle extension, use the art and text following. 5-78 Connect the jack handle (B) and jack handle extension (C) together and press the retention clip (arrow) so it engages.
3. Position the jack under the vehicle as shown.
Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slipsoff the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall.To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle. 5-80 4. Raise the vehicle by turning the ratchet clockwise.
5. Remove all the wheel nuts, and take off the flat tire. 6. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Rust or dirt on thewheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after atime. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
7 . Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each wheel nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. e4 3e 9. Tighten the nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise. 8. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely.
Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts. Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification. See “Capacities and Specifications” in the Index for wheel nut torque specification.
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools Storing a jack, a tire, or other equi lent in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down. 2. Pull the retaining bar through the center of the wheel, making sure it is properly attached.
3. Pull the wheel toward the rear of the vehicle, keeping the cable tight. 4. Attach the ratchet, with the UP side facing you, to the wheel wrench. 5. Put the flat end of the wheel wrench on an angle through the hole in the rear door frame, above the bumper. 6. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle. Continue turning the ratchet until the tire is secure and the cable is tight. The spare tire hoist cannot be overtightened. 7. Make sure the tire is stored securely.
Appearance Care They can all be hazardous - some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle, too. Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flames if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings and instructions.
0 0 0 Carefully scrape off any excess stain. Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn. Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine and blood can be removed as follows: If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning, clean the entire area immediately or it will set. Using Cleaner on Fabric 1.
Vinyl Top of the Instrument Panel Use warm water and a clean cloth. Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do this more than once. Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them off quickly.
Glass Surfaces Care of Safety Belts Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass. See GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-94. Notice: Don't use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may cause scratches. Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window, since they may have to be scraped off later.
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Use a car washing soap. Don’t use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Be sure to rinse the vehicle well, removing all soap residue completely.
Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings] chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible. If necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter. Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years.
Aluminum Wheels Tires 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. To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle. Don’t use strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners, cleaners with acid, or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface.
Finish Damage Chemical Paint Spotting Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away. Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair expense. Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle. This damage can take two forms; blotchy, ringlet-shaped discolorations, and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface.
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing the following products. GM Vehicle Care/A Dpearance Materials (C( Int’d) Description Chrome and Wire Wheel Cleaner Removes dirt and grime from chrome wheels and wire wheel covers. Finish Enhancer Removes dust, fingerprints, and surface contaminants, Spray on wipe off. Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks, fine scratches and other light surface contamination.
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials (cont'd) GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials (cont'd) ~~ I Description Odor Eliminator Wash Wax Concentrate I Usage Odorless spray odor eliminator used on fabrics, vinyl, leather and carpet. See your General Motors parts department for these products. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on Daae 6-17. Spot Lifter loth upholsterv.
Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Label Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) You’ll find this label on the front passenger door frame. It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label is: your VIN, themodel designation, paint information and a list of all production options and special equipment. Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle. This is the legal identifier for your vehicle.
Electrical System Add-on Electrical Equipment Notice: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should. Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle, see Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-73.
Fuses and Circuit Breakers Floor Console Fuse Block The floor console fuse block is located under the driver’s seat.
Fuse 1 3 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Usage Spare Outside Rear View Mirror Courtesy Lamp/SEO Left Rear StopRurn Signal Cargo Locks Right Rear StopRurn Signal Driver Locks Stop/Center High Mounted Stop Lamp Climate Control 1 Climate Control Brakes Heated MirrodDefogger Right Rear Blower Driver Turn Mirror Door Locks Upfitter Park Not Available Left Rear Park Lamp Pass Turn Mirror Right Rear Park Lamp Trailer Park Lamp Fuse 22 Auxilaryl 32 33 Relays 23 24 Right Rear 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
Engine Compartment Fuse Block The fuse block is in the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
Fuse 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 Usage Radio Battery Powertrain Control Module Battery Left Rear Turn Lamp Right Rear Turn Lamp Backup Lamps Trailer Wiring Ignition 0 Stop Lamp Right Rear DefoggedHeated Mirror Right Daytime Running Lampnurn Signal Left Daytime Running Lampnurn Signal Truck Body Control Module 4 Fuel Pump Trailer Flasher Horn Truck Body Control Module 3 Trailer Stopnurn Signal Truck Body Control Module 2 Truck Body Control Module Remote Function Actuator Engine
Fuse 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 63 64 Relay 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 61 62 5-102 Usage Left Headlamp - High Beam Right Headlamp - High Beam Truck Body Control Module-Accessory Front Windshield Wiper Anti-Lock Brakes Ignition A Trailer Climate Control Blower Ignition B Spare Spare Usage Windshield Wiper Air Conditioning Spare Headlamp -High Beam Fuel Pump Headlamp - Low Beam Horn Starter Spare Fuse Usage Circuit BreakerUsage 60 Seat Power
Capacities and Specifications See refrigerant charge label under the hood for charge capacity information and requirements. All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the appropriate level or as recommended in this manual. Engine Specifications I I I I Engine VORTECTM 4300 V6 MFI’ VORTECTM 4800 V8 MFI’ VORTECTM5300 V8 MFI’ VORTECTM 6000 V8 MFI’ I ’Sequential Fuel Injection I VIN Code I I I I I W V T U I I I I Transmission Spark Plug Gap M30 0.060 inches (1.
Capacities Capacities QTY Without Rear QTY Application Cooling System After refill, the level must be rechecked. See “Cooling System” in the Index. VORTECTM4300 V6 14.2 quarts (13.5 L) VORTECTM4800 V8 VORTECTM5300 V8 VORTECTM6000 V8 With Rear 16.3 quarts (15.5 L) 14.7 quarts (1 4.0 L) 16.9 quarts (16.0 L) 13.9 quarts (13.2 L) 16.0 quarts (1 5.2 L) 14.5 quarts (13.8 L) 17.1 quarts (16.
Application VORTECTM 6000 V8 (Vin U) Air Conditioning Refrigerant R-l34a (Front and Rear) Capacities QTY Without Rear I Heater QTY With Rear Heater 6.0 quarts 5.7 L 3.1 Ibs (1.
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts These specifications are for information only. If you have any questions, see the service manual for the chassis or refer to the body manufacturer’s publications. Replacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest information available at the time of printing, and are subject to change. If a part listed in this manual is not the same as the part used in your vehicle when it was built, or if you have any questions, please contact your GM dealer.
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ...................................... 6.2 Introduction ................................................... 6.2 Your Vehicle and the Environment .................... 6-2 Maintenance Requirements .............................. 6-2 How This Section is Organized ......................... 6-3 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ........... 6-4 Using Your Maintenance Schedule .................... 6-4 Scheduled Maintenance ..................................
Maintenance Schedule Introduction IMPORTANT: KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED n= Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All recommended maintenance procedures are important. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle.
How This Section is Organized If you want to get the service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-1 1. This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part B: Owner Checks and Services” tells you what should be checked and when. It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition. “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explains what to have done and how often.
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services This part contains engine oil and chassis lubrication scheduled maintenance which explains the engine oil life system and how it indicates when to change the engine oil and filter. Lubricate chassis components with each oil change. Also, listed are scheduled maintenance services which are to be performed at the mileage intervals specified. Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you to keep your vehicle in good working condition.
Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km) for the life of this vehicle. See Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 6- 10 and Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6- 15. Footnotes t The U.S.
If the system is ever reset accidentally, you must change your oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your last oil change. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. See Engine Oil on page 5-14 for information on resetting the system. An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components with each engine oil and filter change. Lubricate the front suspension, kingpin bushings, steering linkage and rear driveline center splines.
0 Vehicles With GVWR Above 10,000 Ibs. Only: Inspect shields for damage or looseness. Adjust or replace as required. This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States. 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. 0 Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.
60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0 Check rearlfront axle fluid level and add fluid as 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first). 0 Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) u Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service.
0 Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote j.) 0 Vehicles With GVWR Above 10,000 Ibs. Only: Inspect shields for damage or looseness. Adjust or replace as required. This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States. 0 Rotate tires. See Tire lnspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) D Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
Part B: Owner Checks and Services Engine Coolant Level Check Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL@' coolant mixture if necessary. See Engine Coolant on page 5-24 for further details. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and 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. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings, and have them repaired or replaced.
At Least Once a Year Starter Switch Check Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D. Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all hood hinges, hood prop rod pivot, fuel filler door, rear compartment hinges, latches, locks, hood latch assembly, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl and any moving seat hardware. Part D tells you what to use. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment.
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Sy -em C'leck 3. With the engine off, turn the key to the RUN position, but don't start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P), your vehicle needs service. Ignition Transmission Lock Check When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below. 1.
Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission Park (P) Mechanism Check , When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in frontof your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin tomove. Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake.
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your dealer’s service deparfment or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system.
Throttle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Rear Axle Service Check the gear lubricant level in the rear axle and add if needed. See Rear Axle on page 5-50. A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the axle and repair it if needed.
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer. Usage Parking Brake Cable Guides Fluid/Lubricant Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242, or equivalent) or lubricant meetina reauirements of NLGI #2, F== Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol of the proper viscosity.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Front and Rear Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12378261, in Canada 10953455) or Ax1e equivalent meeting GM Specification 99861 15. DEXRON@ -111 Automatic Transfer Case Transmission Fluid. One-Piece Spline Lubricant, Special Lubricant Propshaft (GM Part No. U.S. 12345879, in Spline, Canada 10953511) or lubricant Two-Piece meeting requirements of GM Propshaft 9985830.
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts.
Maintenance Record (cont’d) 6-20
Section 7 Customer Assistance Information ~~~ Customer Assistance Information ...................... 7.2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...................... 7.2 Online OwnerCenter ...................................... 7.4 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY)Users ............................................... 7.4 Customer Assistance Off ices ............................ 7.4 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities .................................................. 7.
Customer Assistance Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to GMC. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur.
STEP THREE: Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. However, if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, you should file with the GM/BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
Online Owner Center Customer Assistance Off ices The Owner Center at MyGMLink is a resource for your GM ownership needs. You can find your specific vehicle information all in one place. GMC encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to GMC, the letter should be addressed to GMC’s Customer Assistance Center. The Owner Center allows you to: Get e-mail service reminders.
Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel §am Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 All Overseas Locations Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin Islands) General Motors de Mexico, §. de R.L. de C.
Roadside Assistance Program GMC’s Roadside Assistance Provides stranded owners with over-the-phone roadside repairs, location of the nearest GMC dealer or the following special services: Flat Tire Changer Installation of spare tire will be covered at no charge (customer is responsible for repair or replacement of tire). Fuel Delivery: Delivery of enough fuel for the customer to get to the nearest service station (up to $5.00) will be covered.
The Roadside Assistance services listed are available to retail lease customers operating 2003 GMC light duty trucks for a period of 3 years/36,000 miles (60,000 km). All services must be pre-arranged by GMC Roadside Assistance. Roadside Assistance is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, including weekends and holidays. Should you have any questions about roadside assistance, call the GMC Roadside Assistance Center or contact your dealer.
Courtesy Transportation GMC has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail purchase/lease customers in conjunction with the Bumper-to-Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Courtesy Rental Vehicle When your vehicle is unavailable due to overnight warranty repairs, your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained, at an actual cost, up to a maximum of $30.00 per day supported by receipts. This requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet state, local and rental vehicle provider requirements. Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements, insurance coverage, credit card, etc.
Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors Service Publications Ordering Information In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-GMC-8782 (1-800-462-8782), or write: Service Manuals Pontiac-GMC Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33172 Detroit, MI 48232-5172 Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc.
Service Bulletins Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle. Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, please specify year and model name of the vehicle.
A AccessoryPower Outlets ................................. Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle ....................................................... AddingWasher Fluid ....................................... Additional Program Information ........................... Additives, Fuel ................................................. Add-on Electrical Equipment ............................ Add-on Equipment ..........................................
Audio System(s) (cont.) Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS) ................................ Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS) ................................ Theft-Deterrent Feature ................................ Understanding Radio Reception ..................... Automatic Transmission Fluid ...................................................... Operation ................................................... Automatic Transmission Check ...................
Cargo Vans and Cab and Chassis Models without an Air Bag Off Switch ........................ Cargo Vans with a Passenger Air Bag and an Air Bag Off Switch, Passenger Vans and CabandChassis Models .............................. Cargo Vans with a Passenger Air Bag and without an Air Bag Off Switch ........................ Cassette Tape Messages ................................. Cassette Tape Player Service ........................... CDAdapterKits .............................................
Cooling System .............................................. 5-30 Cruise Control .................................. ......... 3-9 Cruise Control Light ............................. ... 3-39 Current and Past Model Order Forms . , 7-12 Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation .............. ..... 7-8 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ....... ..... 7-4 Customer Assistance Offices ............... ..... 7-4 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ............ .
E Electrical System Add-on Equipment ................ ... 5-97 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......... ....... 5-98 Headlamp Wiring ...................................... 5-97 WindshieldWiperFuses ............................... 5-97 Electronic Road-Speed Governor ....................... 3-27 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs ................................................... 3-36 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ......................................... 5-19 Battery .....................................
Fuel .............................. ...... 5-5 Additives ................................. .......... 5-6 California Fuel ................................. .......... 5-6 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ..................... 5-8 Filling YourTank ........................................... 5-7 Fuels in Foreign Countries .............................. 5-6 Gage ......................................................... 3-40 Gasoline Octane .............. .... ...... 5-5 Gasoline Specifications ...............
I If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine .......... 5-29 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine ............... 5-28 3-35 If the Light Is Flashing ..................................... If the Light Is On Steady ................................. 3-36 If You Are Stuck in Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow ....... 4-28 4-33 If YouDo Decide To Pull A Trailer ..................... in a Blizzard If You’re Caught ........................... 4-26 . Ignition Positions .............................................
Light (cont.) ChangeEngine Oil ...................................... 3-38 ChargingSystem ......................................... 3-30 CheckGagesWarning ................................. 3-39 Cruise Control ............................................. 3-39 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator .................. 3-39 3-34 Low Coolant Warning ................................... Malfunction Indicator .................................... 3-34 Safety Belt Reminder ...................................
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle ... .... 2-5 Mexico. Central America and Caribbean IslanddCountries (Except Puerto Rico and U S. VirginIslands) .................. ........ 7-5 Mirrors 2-32 Manual Rearview Mirror ............................ Outside Camper-Type Mirrors ........................ 2-33 OutsideConvexMirror ................................. 2-35 Outside Heated Mirrors ................................ 2-35 Outside Manual Mirror .................................. 2-32 Outside Power Mirrors .
Part B . Owner Checks and Services ................ 6-10 Part C - Periodic Maintenance Inspections .......... 6-1 5 Part D - Recommended Fluids and Lubricants .... 6-17 Part E - Maintenance Record ........................... 6-1 9 Passenger Vans with an Air Bag Off Switch ........ 1-45 Passenger Vans without an Air Bag Off Switch ... 1-44 Passing ................................................. 4-1 1 , 4-43 Passlock@ ..................................................... 2-19 Payload .......................
RearSeatRadio Controls ............................ 3-72 Rear Window Defogger .............. .......... 3-22 Rearview Mirrors ................... .............. 2-32 Reclining Seatbacks .......................................... 1-3 Recreational VehicleTowing ............................. 4-29 Remote Keyless Entry System ............................ 2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System. Operation ............ 2-4 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the 5-77 Spare Tire ..........................................
Seats Manual .................................................... Power Seat .................................................. Rear Seat Operation ...................................... Reclining Seatbacks ...................................... Secondary Latch System ............................. Securing a Child Restraint Center Seat Position .................................... Designed fortheLATCH System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rear Outside Seat Position .......................
Trailer Brakes .............................................. 4-42 3-73 Theft.Deterrent.Radio ..................................... Trailer Wiring Harness ..................................... 4-46 Theft-Deterrent Systems ................................... 2-19 Transfer Case ................................................ 5-49 Passlock@ .................................................. 2-19 Transmission Throttle System Inspection ............................ 6-16 Fluid, Automatic ........................
Vehicle (cont.) Symbols ...................... ........ iv Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ............................................. 5-96 Service Parts Identification Label ................... 5-96 Vehicle Storage .............................................. 5-43 Vinyl .......................... ........................... 5-88 VisorVanity Mirror .......................................... 2-18 Visors ........................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18 Voltmeter Gage ........... . .
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