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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, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem and the name CHEVY EXPRESS 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 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 cou!d hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. I You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety symbol means “Don’t,’’ “Don’t do this” or “Don’t let this happen.” These mean tl.,:e is son.--hing that cou.- hurt you orotherpeople. In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard is.
Vehicle Damage Warnings Vehicle Symbols Also, in this book you will find these notices: Your vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols, used on your vehicle, are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gage or indicator. Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice will tell you about something that can damage your vehicle.
These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle: CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY A LATCH BOTH LAPAND SHOULDER BELTS TO PRaTECT OCCUPANT DONOTTWISTSAFETY BELT WHEN ATTACHING e, - JGHTING MASTER SWITCH / 4 TURN SIGNALS PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC BATTERY 4CID COULD CAUSE BURNS MOVE SEAT FULLY REARWARD* SECURE CHILD SEAT \$! DO NOT INSTALL A REAR-FACING LAMPS FUSE BOX ACCESS ENGINE COOLANT TEMP \ @e BATERY CHARGING SYSTEM pt BRAKE / z P I (a) IN THIS SEATING POSIT
Model Reference This manual covers these models: Cargo Van Passenger Van I Cab and Chassis vi
Section Seats and Restraint Systems Front Seats ............................. ..........l -3 Manual Seats ................................................ 1-3 Power Seat .................................. .......... 1-4 Reclining Seatbacks ........................................ 1-4 Rear Seats ....................................................... 1-6 Rear Seat Operation ....................................... 1-6 Safety Belts ...................................................
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems ~ Air Bag System .............................................. 1-64Sewicing YourAirBag-Equipped Vehicle ......... 1-76 WhereAre the AirBags? ............................... 1-66 AddingEquipment to YourAirBag-Equipped Vehicle .................................................... 1-76 When Should an Air Bag Inflate? .................... 1-68 What Makes an Air Bag Inflate? ..................... 1-70 Restraint SystemCheck ..................................
Front Seats Manual Seats To adjust the seat, pull the lever up to release the seat 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. adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you don’t want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only when the vehicle is not 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.
Sit ....g in a re,..nec dosition when ya 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 into it, receiving neck or other injuries. But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. 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 Removing the Rear Seat 1. Disconnect the quick release latch plates for the lap shoulder belts on the bench seat to be removed. To do this, press the tip of a key into the release hole of the safety belt buckle while pulling up on the safety belt. 1-6 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 passenger’s side pin will have a white cap with an “R” marked on it and will look like this: 7. For the first rear seat, stow the safety belt latch by attaching the clip on the safety belt latch to the trim just inside the side door. For the remaining rear seats, stow the safety belt latch plate on the clip at the window trim. 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.
Replacing the Rear Seats A seat that isn’t locked i n k ,lace 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 be.. .hat is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted won’t provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured.
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 ‘I“ 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. a a Don’t let anyone ride lere he or she can’t wear a safety belt properly. If you are in a crash and you’re not wearing a safety belt, your injuries can be much worse. You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it. You can be seriously injured or killed.
Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. See Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3-26. 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.
Q: If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an l accident - even one that isn’t your fault - y o ~and your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers. Most accidents occur within 25 miles (40 km) of home. And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph (65 km/h).
Driver Position This part describes the driver’s restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” in the Index. 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure.
5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest.
ShoulderBeltHeightAdjuster 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. ---.After you move the adjuster to where you want it, try to move it down without pushing in to make sure it has locked into position. Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder.
Q: What’s wrong with this? YQU can be seriously hurt id 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? 1 You can be seriously injured i our belt is buckled in the wrong place like-this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen.The belt forces would bethere, 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 seri~uslyinjured 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 can be seriously injured if you wear the 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 strong as shoulder bones. You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver orspleen. I I I I 1 I I I I I I J 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 belt. 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. 1 I I I 1 I I 1 I I I J A: The belt is twisted across the body.
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. A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below the rounding, throughout the pregnancy.
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 1-16.
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. If this happens, just let the belt go back all the way and start again. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-33. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.
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. L 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. There is one guide available for each outside passenger position in the rear seats.
I ~ 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1-27. 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.
Q: What if a child is 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. See Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults on page 1-30. I f the child is sitting in the second row center seat position, move the child toward the safety belt buckle.
I= (Continued) 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. This applies belt force to the child’s pelvic bones in a crash. Infants and Young Children Never do this.
Cargo Vans with a Passenger Air Bag and an Air Bag Off Switch, Passenger Vans and Cab and Chassis Models People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a 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 10 kg) force on a person’s arms. A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint.
Children who are up agai t, 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 Bag Off Switch Children who are up against, or very close to, an 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.
up around the child’s abdomen. In a crash, the belt would appiy force on a bodyarea that’s unprotected by any bony structure. This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries. Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints. Pe,Je s h d d never hold a baby i.. Ihe-. Arms while riding in a 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.
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 toward the center of the vehicle. 1-42 - I A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the 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. 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.
0: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 L...ld ... a rear-facir., child restrc...t can _ _ seriously injured or killed if the air bag inflates. This is because the back of 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 Off Switch on page 1-72 and Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position on page 1-59 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.
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 restr..int will be placed. 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. Each top tether b r a c L is designed to anchor only one child restraint.
The top strap is designed for the second row driver side position and the third/fourth row center seating positions in a three-passenger rear bench seat. Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) If you have a passenger van, it may have the LATCH system. If it does, you’ll find two sets of anchors (A) in the second row of seats in the driver and passenger side seating positions, where the seatback meets the seat cushion.
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. With this system, use the LATCH system instead of the vehicle’s safety belts to secure a child restraint.
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System Id a LATCH-type child restraint isn’t attached to its anchorage points, the restraint won’t be able to protect the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Make sure that a LATCH-typechild restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points, or use the vehicle’s safetybelts to secure the restraint.
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, See Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 1-57. You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See Top Strap on page 7-49 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.
3. 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. 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock.
5. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 6. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way.
Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position (2nd Row) You’ll be using a lap-shoulder belt which works the same way as the safety belts in the rear outside seat positions. To learn how to secure a child restraint with a lap-shoulder belt, refer to the instructions in Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position on page 1-54.
Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position (3rd, 4th and 5th Row) 1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt. You’ll be using the lap belt. 2. Put the restraint on the seat. 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. 3. Run the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.
6. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt. It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 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.
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. Here’s why: 1-60 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.
Although a rear seat is a safer place, you can secure a forward-facing child resi ‘nt in the right f it s t. 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.
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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. I If it says AIR BAG on the middle part of the steering wheel and AIR BAG on the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger’s seat, your vehicle has two air bags - one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger.
i ~ a can l ut: severely injured or killGd in a crash if you aren’t wearing your safety belt - even if you have air bags. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chanceof 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 onlyin moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes.
The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Air Bag Readiness Light on page 3-27 for more information. Anyone who is up against, or very closeto, 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.
If your vehicle has one, the right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument pan on the passenger’s side. an If something is between an occupant air bag, the bag might not inflate properly orit 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. -~~.-.
When Should an Air Bag Inflate? Single Stage Air Bags An air bag is designed to inflate in a moderate to severe frontal, or near-frontal crash. The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’s designed “threshold level.” If your vehicle has frontal air bags with single stage deployment and your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn’t move or deform, the threshold level is about 12 to 16 mph (19 to 26 km/h).
Dual Stage Air Bags Seat Position Sensors 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.
What Makes an Air Bag Inflate? In an impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which inflates the air bag. The inflator, air bag, and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger.
When an air bag inflates, there is dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have breathing problems but can’t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or a door. If you experience breathing problems following an air bag deployment, you should seek medical attention.
Air Bag Off Switch If the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) of your vehicle is 8600 or above, your vehicle has an air bag off switch. You can find the GVWR on the certificationhire label on the rear edge of the driver’s door. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-30 for more information. You can use the air bag off switch on the instrument panel to turn off the right front passenger’s air bag.
Infant. An infant (less than 7 year old) must ride in the front seat because: my vehicle has no rear seat; my vehicle has a rear seat too small tu accommodate a rear-facing infant seat; or the infant has a medical condition which, according to the infant’s physician, makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child’s condition. Child age 1 to 12.
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 makes the potential harm from the passenger air bag in a crash greater than the potential harm from turning off the air bag and allowing the passenger, even if belted, to hit the dashboard or windshield in a crash.
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 your vehicle. 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 Or”- .-‘-- ‘Tformation on page 7-10.
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 Cra-’1 A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death ina 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 .........
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This vehicle has one double-sided key for the ignition and door locks. It will fit with either side up. Notices 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 7-5.
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Remote Keyless Entry System Operation Your vehicle may have this feature. Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.
& (Unlock): Pressing this button once will unlock the driver’s door. The parking lamps will flash twice and the interior lamps will turn on. Press UNLOCK again within five seconds to unlock the remaining doors. The parking lamps will flash. & (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.
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 Dc - - 'x-'-- There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. If your vehicle is equipped with keyless entry, see Remote Keyless Entry System on page 2-3 for more information. From the outside, use your key. Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers - especially children - can easily open the doors and fall out ofa 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.
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. Rear Door Security Locks 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. With this feature, you can lock these doors so they can’t be opened from the inside by passengers. Right-hand 60/40 Swing-Out Side Door w Rear Cargo Door Move the lever down to engage the security feature.
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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 60/40 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 Dc-urn 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 Leaving chiraren 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. Manual Windows To operate your manual windows, turn the hand crank on each door to raise or lower your side door windows.
Power Windows The driver’s door has a switch for the passenger window as well. Your power windows will work when the ignition has been turned to RUN or ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Ignition Positions on page 2-20. 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.
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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. Passlock@ is a passive theft-deterrent system. Passlock@ enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key.
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 (322km) or so.
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 periodsof time. Prolonged operation of accessories in the ACCESSORY position could drain your battery and prevent you from starting your vehicle. C (RUN): This is the position for driving. D (START): This position starts the engine.
When starting your engine in very cold weather (below 0°F or -18"CI. do this: , I 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to START and hold it there up to 15 seconds. When the engine starts, let go of the key. 2. If your engine still won't start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in START for about three seconds.
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The cord for the engine coolant heater is located on the driver’s side of the engine compartment and is attached to the hose for the power steering reservoir. 3. PI it into a normal, grounded 110-vol C outlet. 4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you don’t, it could be damaged.
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. 1 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 have to.
DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, use NE1 L (N) when your vehicle is being towed. IT- Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down.
FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the shift lever is put in FIRST ( I ) , the transmission won’t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough. Notice: If your wheels won’t turn, don’t try to drive. This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object. You could damage your transmission.
2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like Shifting Into Park (P) this: I It can be dangerous to get -.t of your vehicle 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. 1- 1 1.
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine F--nning Move the lever up as far as it will go. It can be dangerous toleave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. 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 Into Park (P) on page 2-27.
Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhr-’. Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming 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. . cline.,. control d n g the engine w , ~ . the system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust.” 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. Exhaust - with CO - can come in easily.
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 Outside Heated Mirrors Your passenger’s side mirror may be convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the dri T’S seat. Your outside mirrors can be defrosted by pressing the button located near the fan control. I 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.
Onstar@ System Onstar@ Services Onstar@ provides a number of service plans. Some of the services currently provided by Onstar@ are: 8 Your vehicle may be equipped with the Onstar@ System. Onstar@ uses global positioning system (GPS) satellite technology, wireless communications, and call centers to provide you with a wide range of safety, security, information and convenience services. An Onstar@ subscription plan is included in the price of your vehicle.
Onstar@ Personal Calling Onstar@ VirtualAdvisor With OnSta? 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.
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I-he main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. B. C. D. E. F. Air Outlets Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever Instrument Panel Cluster ShiftLever Climate Control System AudioSystem G. Headlamp and Parking Lamp Controls H. Tow/Haul Mode Button I. Rear Heating System (If Equipped) J. Accessory Power Outlets/Cigarette Lighter K.
The hazard warning flasher button is located at the top of the steering column. Hazard Warning Flashers I 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. 3-4 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.
Other Warning Devices Tilt Wheel 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. 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. Horn The lever is located on the lower left side of the steering column.
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 Flash-To-Pass Feature 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. This feature allows you to use your high-beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass. It works even if your headlamps are off.
-(Low Speed): For steady wiping at low speed, turn the band away from you to the first solid band past the delay settings. position. For high-speed wiping, turn the band further, to the second solid band past the delay settings. To stop the wipers, move the band to off position. 0 (High Speed): For high-speed wiping, turn the band further, to the second solid band past the delay settings. o (Off): To stop the wipers, move the band to off.
Cruise Control Your vehicle may have cruise control. 0(Off): This position turns the system off. I I (On): This position activates the system. -/ (Resume/Accelerate): Push the lever to this symbol to make the vehicle accelerate or resume to a previously set speed. With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h).
Resuming a Set Speed uise Control Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, disengages the cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. If you leave your cruise cont or- -!hen 1 - J r e 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.
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 vou take vour foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow dAwn to the cruise control speed you set earlier. 0 0 Usetheaccelerator 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’llnow cruise at the higher speed.
%f Exterior Lamps The control on the driver’s side of your instrument panel operates the exterior lamps. Turn the control clockwise to operate the lamps. (Parking Lamps): Turning the control to this position turns on the parking lamps, together with the following: Instrument Panel Lights Daytime Running Lamps Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Ashtray Lamp If the DRLs are active when the control is turned to this position, the DRLs will turn off.
Lamps Reminder On A reminder chime will sound when your control is turned to the headlamps or parking lamps position, your key isout of the ignition, and your driver’s door is open. To disable the chime, turn the control to the Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) position and then back to the parking lamps or headlamps position. Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day.
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Control Press this knob located next to the exterior lamps knob to extend and turn it to make your instrument panel brighter. Turn the knob all the way up to turn on the interior lamps. Press the knob back into its stored position. Your vehicle’s center high-mounted stoplamp is located above the rear doors at the center of the vehicle.
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. Entry Lighting Your vehicle is equipped with an illuminated entry feature. When a door is opened, the dome iamps will come on if the dome override button is in the out position. I f the dome override button is pressed in, the lamps will not come on.
Battery Run-Down Protection This feature shuts off the exterior and interior lamps if they are left on after the ignition is turned off. All exterior lamps will shut off after ten minutes. Interior cargo lamps will shut down after twenty minutes and all other interior lamps after ten minutes. Accessory Power Outlets Your vehicle may have accessory power outlets. 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. To change the current mode, select one of the following: 2 (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets. +2(Bi-Level): This mode directs approximately half of the air to the instrument panel outlets, then directs most of the remaining air to the floor outlets. Some air may be directed toward the windshield.
If your vehicle has air conditioning, your heating/air conditioning controls will look like this: Rear Heating System Your vehicle may have an optional rear heating system that allows you to adjust the amount of air flowing into the rear of the vehicle, from the front-seating area. This feature works with the main climate-control system in your vehicle. On hot days, open the windows to let hot inside air escape; then close them. This helps to reduce the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down.
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 possibie. Turn the knob on the right of the climate control panel to select the defog or defrost mode.
Operation Tips Outlet Adjustment 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. 0 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. Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions.
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). 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.
Electronic Road-Speed Governor Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero. Your vehicle may have this feature. This system automatically controls top vehicle speed. The system controller receives a signal from the vehicle speed sensor and reduces power when the vehicle speed reaches the maximum 65 mph (105 km/h) governed speed.
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 1-64.
Air Bag Off Light I 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 1-72for more on this, including important safety information.
Charging System Light 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.
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 wi!! stay or! if your parking brake doesn’t re!ease f ~ ! ! y .!f 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 - With the anti-lock brake Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 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 LOW COOLANT 1 United States Canada 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. Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light CHECK Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems.
This light should come on, as a check to show you it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light doesn’t come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways: Light Flashing - A misfire condition has been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required.
Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-5. Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. You may notice this as staiiing after start-up, staliing when you put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration. (These conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up.) This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on.
Oil Pressure Gage Oil pressure may vary with engine speed, outside temperature and oil viscosity, but readings above the low pressure zone indicate the normal operating range. A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or other problem causing low oil pressure. Check your oil as soon as possible. United States Canada The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running.
Change Engine Oil Light Security Light This light is displayed when the engine oil needs to be changed. SECURITY I I 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.
Tow/HauI Mode Light Cruise Control Light This message is displayed when the tow/haul mode has been activated. CRUISE United States TOW / HAUL Canada The cruise light comes on whenever you set your cruise control. See “Cruise Control” under Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-6. Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light 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. The gage will first indicate empty before you are out ot fuel, and you should get more fuel as soon as possible. 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(s) 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) ANI-FM Radio Your radio may have a button marked with an H or HH to represent hours ana an M or MvlN 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 Setting Preset Stations AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FMI and 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 choose radio stations. 4 1. Turn the radio on. SEEK D : Press the right or the left arrow to seek to the next or to the previous station and stay there. 2.
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 ho!d 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 (Base 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. a 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.
Setting Preset Stations Setting the Tone (Bassnreble) The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FbA.2) by performing the following steps: AUDIO: To adjust the bass or 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. 1.
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Radio Messages AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, press and release the AUDIO button until BAL appears on the display. Then press and hold the up or the down arrow to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers. CAL (Calibration): Your audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory.
2 NEXT: Press this pushbutton to go to the next track. The track number will appear on the display. If you hold the pushbutton or press it more than once, the player will continue moving forward through the disc. 3 REV (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track. Release it to play the passage. The display will show elapsed time while reversing. 4 FWD (Forward): Press and hold this pushbutton to advance quickly within a track. Release it to play the passage.
Compact Disc Messages Radio with Cassette and CD If the disc comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons: You’re driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother, the disc should play. It’s very hot. When the temperature returns to normal, the disc should play. The disc is dirty, scratched, wet or upside down. The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. If the CD is not playing correctly, for any other reason, try a known good CD.
AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): With automatic volume, 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 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.
Setting Preset Stations Setting the Tone (BassTTreble) 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: 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. 1. Turn the radio on. 2.
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Using RDS 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. 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.
Finding a PTY Station 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. 2. Select a category by turning the P-TYPE LIST knob. 3. Once the desired category is displayed, press the SEEK TYPE button or one of the SEEK arrows to take you to the category’s first station. 4. If you want to go to another station within that category and the category is displayed, press the SEEK TYPE button once.
RDS Messages 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 radic 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.
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. The station frequency and FWD will appear on the display. You may select stations during forward operation by using TUNE and SEEK. 5 SIDE: Press this pushbutton the tape. to play the other side of 4 SEEK b : The right arrow is the same as the NEXT pushbutton, and the left arrow is the same as the PREV pushbutton.
CLEAN: If this message appears on the display, the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still play tapes, but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player. See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player on page 3-72. If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can’t be corrected, contact your dealer. CD Adapter Kits 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.
3 REV (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track. Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to reverse at six times the normal playing speed. Press and hold it for more than two seconds to reverse a? I ? times the normal playing speed. Release it to play the passage. The display will show ET and the elapsed time. 4 FWD (Forward): Press and hold this pushbutton to advance quickly within a track.
Compact Disc Messages If the disc comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons: 0 The disc is dirty, scratched, wet or upside down. 0 The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. You’re driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother the disc should play. If the CD is not playing correctly, for any other reason, try a known good CD. It’s very hot.
Radio with Six-Disc CD 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. The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive. If you don’t want to use automatic volume, select OFF.
k SCAN >I : Press and hold either SCAN arrow for two seconds until SC appears on the display and you hear a beep. The radio will go to a station, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next station. Press either SCAN arrow again to stop scanning. To scan preset stations, press and hold either SCAN arrow for more than four seconds. PRESET SCAN will appear on the display. You will hear a double beep.
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) Using RDS 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. 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.
Finding a PTY Station To select and find a desired PTY perform 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. 3. Once the desired category is displayed, press either SEEK arrow to select the category and take you to the category’s first station. 4. If you want to go to another station within that category and the category is displayed, press either SEEK arrow once.
Setting Preset PTYs The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite PTYs. These buttons have factory PTY presets. Yzlu caii set up to 12 PTYs (six FM1 and six FM2) by performing the following steps: 1. Press BAND to select FM1 or FM2. 2. Press the P-TYPE button. P-TYPE and the last selected PTY will be displayed on the screen. 3. Select a category by turning the P-TYPE knob. 4. Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until you hear a beep.
Traffic Interrupt Feature: Your radio can interrupt the play of a CD. Press the TRAF button. The radio will seek to a station that broadcasts traffic announcements. When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements, it will stop. Brackets around TRAF will appear on the display. When a traffic announcement comes on the station that was found, you will hear it. When the traffic announcement is over, the radio will resume play of the CD.
To load more than one disc but less than six, complete Steps 1 through 3. When you have finished loading discs, with the radio on or off, press the LOAD side of the LOAD CD button to cancel the loading function. The radio will begin to play the last CD loaded. When a disc is inserted, the CD symbol will be displayed. If more than one disc has been loaded, a number for each disc will be displayed. If you select an equalization setting for your disc, it will be activated each time you play a disc.
<< REV (Reverse): Press and hold this button to reverse quickly within a track. You will hear sound at a reduced volume. Release it to play the passage. The display will show elapsed time. >> FWD (Forward): Press and hold this button to advance quickly within a track. You will hear sound at a reduced volume. Release it to play the passage. The display will show elapsed time. RPT (Repeat): With repeat, you can repeat one track or an entire disc.
k SCAN >I : To scan one disc, press and hold either SCAN arrow for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep. Use this feature to listen to 10 seconds of each track of the currently selected disc. SCAN will appear cn the display. Press either SCAN arrow again, to stop scanning. To scan all loaded discs, press and hold either SCAN arrow for more than four seconds until DISC SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep.
To play the song list, press the SONG LIST button. One beep will be heard and S-LIST will appear on the display. The recorded tracks will begin to play in the order that they were saved. 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. You may seek through the song list by using the SEEK SCAN arrows. Seeking past the last saved track will return you to the first saved track.
Compact Disc Messages Rear Seat Audio (RSA) CHECK CD: If this message appears on the radio display, it could be due to one of the following reasons: 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.
Rear Seat Radio Controls AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FMI 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.
PSET PROG (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.
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat. If they aren’t, they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player. Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use.
Care of Your CDs Fixed Mast Antenna Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution and clean it, wiping from the center to the edge. The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged. If the mast should ever become slightly bent, you can straighten it out by hand.
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Your Driving. the Road. and Your Vehicle .......... 4-2 Defensive Driving ........................................... 4.2 Drunken Driving ............................................. 4-2 Control of a Vehicle ........................................ 4-5 Braking ......................................................... 4-5 Locking Rear Axle .......................................... 4-8 Steering ........................................................ 4-9 Off-Road Recovery ...................................
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 1- 10. Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything. On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.” Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes.
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. But what if people do? How t-nuch is “io0 much” if someone plans to drive? It’s a lot less than many might think. Although it depends on each person and situation, here is some general information on the problem.
Since alcohol 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. The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0.04 percent. The BAC will be over 0.
Control of a Vehicle Braking You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That’s perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That’s reaction time. Average reaction time is about 3/4of a second.
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts - heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking - rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life.
Let’s say the road is wet and you’re driving safely. Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here’s what happens with ABS: A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels. The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could.
Using Anti-Lock Don’t pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti-lock work for you. You may feel the brakes vibrate, or vou mav notice some noise, but Locking Rear Axle As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance.
Steering Power Steering If yoc 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.
ff-Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. Passing 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. Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired - by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue.
What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision. For example, if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses. Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night. But if you’re driving, don’t wear sunglasses at night. They may cut down on glare from headlamps, but they also make a lot of things invisible. Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps.
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 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 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. Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow. Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed.
The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply. The exit speed is usually posted. Here are some things you can check before a trip: e Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to your sense of motion. After driving for any distance at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are.
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.
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. 0 Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transmission. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. 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.
0 Coastingdovw,.n~illin NEUTRALorwiththe ignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they wouldn’t work well. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill. You could crash. Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill. 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.
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.
Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You’ll have a lot less traction or “grip” and will need to be very careful. the least traction of all. You can get wet ice when it’s about freezing (32°F; OOC) and freezing rain begins to fall. Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there.
If You’re Caught in a Blizzard I’/. ’ Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow. , ’ If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in a serious situation. You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow. Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers. 4-26 Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you.
Snow can trap exhaust gases under your 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 thatis 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 7-5. 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 Certificationrrire 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 -I ,,,rigs you put inside yourve,,,cle can strike and injure people ina sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. 0 Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle. Try to spread the weight evenly. 0 Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside the vehicleso that some of them are above the tops of the seats. 0 Don’t leave an unsecured child restraint in 0 0 When you carry something inside the vehicle, secure it whenever you can.
- Towing a Trailer If you don’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: 0 There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving. A good source for this information can be state or provincial police. Consider using a sway control if your trailer will weigh 4,000 Ibs (1 800 kg) or less.
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: 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. I I I Vehicle* GI500 Cargo Van 2WD* 4300 V6 I Axle Ratio I I I 3.
- I I I I 1 1 I I Maximum Trailer GCWR Weight I I 4,000 Ibs. (1 816 kg) Vehicle* Axle Ratio GI500 Passenger Van 2WD* 4300 V6 3.42 I I I 9,000 Ibs. (4 086 kg) 12,000 Ibs. (5 448 kg) 6,400 Ibs. (2 906 kg) 3.73 3.42 * Tongue weight should be 10 percent to 15 percent of trailer weight up to 1,500 Ibs (680kg). 5300 V8 I Vehicle* I Axle Ratio HI500 Passenger Van AWD* I I I I I Maximum Trailer GCWR Weiqht ~~ 12,000 Ibs. (5 448 kg) 6,200 Ibs. (2 815 kg) 3.
4800 V8 6000 V8 Vehicle* I Axle Ratio 1 Maximum TrailerGCWR Weight 1 F o n g u e weight should be 10 percent to 15 percent of trailer weight up to 1,000 Ibs (454 kg).
I I I I I I Vehicle* Ratio Axle Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR G2500 Passenger Van 2WD Long Wheelbase* 14,000 Ibs. (6 356 kg) 3.73 7,600 Ibs. (3 450 kg) 6000 V8 16,000 Ibs. (7 264 kg) 4.10 9,600 Ibs. (4 358 kg) * Tongue weight should be 10 percent to 15 percent of trailer weight up to 1,000 Ibs (454 kg). Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR Vehicle* G3500 Cargo Van 2WD Short Wheelbase* 14,000 Ibs. (6 356 kg) 8,300 Ibs. (3 768 kg) 3.73 6000 V8 16,000 Ibs. (7 264 kg) 4.10 10,000 Ibs.
6000 V8 Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming the driver is in the towing vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment. The weight of additional equipment, passengers and cargo in the towing vehicle must be subtracted from the above maximum trailer weights. You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at the address listed in your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information Booklet.
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: 0 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: Don’t tap into your vehicle’s brake system if the trailer’s brake system will use more than 0.02 cubic inch (0.
Passing 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. You’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer.
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer Driving On Grades When you tow a trailer, your vehicle has to have extra wiring and a heavy-duty turn signal flasher (included in the optional trailering package). Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start 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. The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change.
Parking on Hills When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: ’ ~1 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. * startyourengine, 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.
Trailer Wiring Harness The optional heavy-duty trailer wiring package includes a seven-wire harness assembly at the rear of the vehicle and a four-wire harness assembly under the left hand side of the instrument panel. The seven-wire harness assembly is taped together and located in a frame pocket at the driver side rear left corner of the frame. The seven-wire harness includes a 30-amp feed wire. Both harnesses come without connectors and should be wired by a qualified electrical technician.
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Service ............................................... ......5.3 Doing Your Own Service Work ...................... 5.4 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 Tires ............................................................. 5.60 Inflation .. Tire Pressure ................................ 5.61 Dual Tire Operation ....................................... 5.62 Tire Inspection and Rotation ........................... 5.62 When It Is Time for New Tires ....................... 5-64 Buying New Tires ......................................... 5-64 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ..........................
Service 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. We hope you'll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM.
Doing Your Own Service Work 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. To order the proper service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-10. Your vehicle may have an air bag system. If it does, see Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-76 before attempting to do your own service work.
Fuel Gasoline Specifications Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle. It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association and endorsed by the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection. Gasoline meeting these specifications could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to other gasoline.
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.
Filling Your Tank 1 The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the driver’s side of your vehicle. Fuel L , lor is highly flamm:e. It b ns 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.
To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). While refueling, place the fuel cap in the holder provided. I If you get fuel on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This spray can happenif your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any “hiss” noise to stop. Then unscrew the capall the way.
Be careful not to spill fuel. Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle on page 5-88. 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 Thing hat 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. 5-10 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.
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. 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. 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.
Engine Compartment Overview When you lift the hood, you'll see these items: 5-12
A. 6. 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 CleanedFilter 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- 101. 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. HOT WEATHER 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 SA€ 5W-30. If you cannot find such SAE 5W-30 oils, you can use an SAE 1OW-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 IOW-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. 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. To replace the engine air cleaner/filter, do the following: 1. Unhook the retainer clips and remove the cover. 2. Lift the filter out of the engine air cleaner/filter housing.
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. Change both the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83,000 km) if the vehicle’s GVWR is over 8,600 or if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: When doing frequent trailer towing.
Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50°F (10°C). If it's colder than 50°F (lO'C), drive the vehicle in DRIVE (D) until the engine temperature gage moves and then remains steady for 10 minutes. 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 (10°C) or more.
Using a funnel, add fluid down the transmission dipstick tube only after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot. (A cold check is used only as a reference.) If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check. It doesn’t take much fluid, generally less than one pint (0.5 L). Don’t overfill. 0 Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level.
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, I 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 F 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. If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL@ coolan+rixture at the cool--t recovery tank. Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly.
Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank, but be careful not to spill it. Radiator Pressure Cap 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. 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 over ate __ 3nc_ 3 can --rn 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 sign of 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. Stopafterhigh-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: 1.
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) 5-30 If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down. 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.
Heater - z ~ n d or hoses, anc - ther engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don’t run the engine if there is aleak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and you couldbe burned. Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle. 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.
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at the COLD FILL mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX-COOL@ engine coolant at the coolant recovery tank. See Engine Coolant on page 5-24 for more information. I Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plainwater, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will.
They are under pressure, and if you turn the radiatorpressure 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. Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressurecap. -- -- 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.
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops. (Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A hiss means there is still some pressure left.
3. Fill the radiator with 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 6-19. Always use the proper fluid. Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals.
Adding Washer Fluid A A Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. Notice: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. e Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water doesn’t clean as well as washer fluid. e 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 o f f 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 vb,,ng kind of ..,id in yo^. Jra.-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. Just look at the brake fluid reservoir. The fluid level should be above MIN.
Notices Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result in costly brake repair. Brake Wear Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes. Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes. 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.
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 foI’--i the 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.
4. Open the hoods and locate the positive (+) and negative (-) terminal locations of the other vehicle. Your vehicle has a remote positive (+) jump starting terminal and a remote negative (-) jump starting terminal. You should always use these remote terminals instead of the terminals on the battery. 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.
Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. ~ _ _ 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If !hey 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.
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 (-1 terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery. 9.
To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: B\ 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- 17. If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant.
Rear Axle To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. When to Check Lubricant 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. The proper level for the 2500 and 3500 Series is from 0 to 1/4 (6 mm) below the bottom of the filler plug hole. Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant.
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. Fan and Drive: Removal of fan clutch (if equipped) or rendering clutch inoperative. Insulation: Removal of the noise shields or any underhood insulation. Engine: Removal or rendering engine speed governor (if equipped) inoperative so as to allow engine speed to exceed manufacturer specifications. Removal of the fan shroud (if equipped). Air Intake: 0 Removal of the air cleaner silencer. Modification of the air cleaner.
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 Bulbs 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 Bulb Number Exterior Lamp Sealed Beam Headlamps H6054 Composite Low-Beam 9006GS Headlamm Composite High-Beam 9005 Headlamps Front Sidemarker Lamp 194 Front Parking and Turn Lamp 3157KX Back-up Lamp 3157 Rear Parking, Stop, and 31 57 Turn Lamp CHMSL 912 For any bulb not listed here, contact your dealer. I ~ It is recommended that this component be replaced as a unit by your dealer. 5-58 ~ ~ ~ I-- .
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 6-13 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 GM Warranty booklet for details. 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.
Inflation -- Tire Pressure The Certificationrrire 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 (10 000 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. I lQ After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Certificationrrire label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” under Capacities and Specifications on page 5- 101.
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. 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.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: J tires C L . ~ ciause you t, lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial and bias-belted tires) the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could have a crash. Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle. Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels.
Treadwear 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.
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.
. If a Tire Goes Flat Used Replacement Wheels It’s unusual for a tire to “blowout” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a “blowout”, here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is 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.
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. 1 Changing a tire can cause an Ill,ury. ,'he 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).
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools If you have a cargo van or a passenger van, the equipment you’ll need is located in the rear passenger side of corner of the vehicle. 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.
Attach the wheel wrench and ratchet, with the DOWN side facing you. The wheel wrench E u 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. 5-72 A 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 the follo\.lhg: 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 durin, 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.
8. Lower the jack by turning the ratchet counterclockwise. Keep lowering the jack until the spare tire slides off the jack or is hanging by the cable. 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.
Removing the Wheel Covers 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. With the DOWN side facing you, use the ratchet and wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts.
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. Connect the jack handle (B) and jack handle extension (C) together and press the retention clip (arrow) so it engages.
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Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. Raisingyour vet- ewitt l e jac mproper 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. 4. Raise the vehicle by turning the ratchet clockwise.
5. Remove all the wheel nuts, and take off the flat tire. 5-80 ~ 6. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel.
I.-.st or dirl -.I the wheel, 0 . fhe parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. 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 attachesto the vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if you need to, to get all the rust or dirt off. .
le 4 Stop s,..lewhere as sc,.~ 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. 3 .I L 9. Tighten the nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise. 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.
St ing a r' or Spare d Tools Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment 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.
4. Attach the ratchet, with the UP side facing you, the wheel wrench. to 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. Push, pull, and then try to rotate or turn the tire.
Appearance Care 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 pa.rt of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings and instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you’re cleaning the inside.
FabricEarpet 5. As soon as you’ve cleaned the section, use a Your dealer has cleaners for the cleaning of fabric and carpet. They will clean normal spots and stains very well. 6. Wipe cleaned area with a clean, water-dampened towel or cloth. You can get GM - approved cleaning products from your dealer. See GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-92. Here are some cleaning tips: Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. Clean up stains as soon as you can - before they set.
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.
. Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Washing Your Vehicle may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water. Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under “Washing Your Vehicle.” Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. See GM Vehicle CareAppearance Materials on page 5-92. If your vehicle has a “basecoat/clearcoat” paint finish.
Windshield and Wiper Blades Aluminum Wheels If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield. 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. Clean the outside of the windshield with a full-strength glass cleaning liquid.
Tires Finish Damage To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. 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. Notices When applying a tire dressing, always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted surfaces on the body or wheels of the vehicle. Petroleum-based products may damage the paint finish and tires.
Chemical Paint Spotting 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 (cont’d) I I Usage Medium foaming shampoo. Cleans and lightly waxes. Wash Wax Concentrate Biodegradable and phosphate free. Quickly and easily removes spots and stains Spot Lifter from carpets, vinyl and cloth upholstery. Odorless spray odor eliminator used on Odor Eliminator fabrics, vinyl, leather and carpet. See your General Motors parts department for these products. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6- 19.
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, the model designation, paint information and SAMPLE4UX1M072675 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 1-76.
Fuses and Circuit Breakers Floor Console Fuse Block The floor console fuse block is located under the driver’s seat.
Fuse 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 a 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Usage Spare Outside Rear View Mirror Courtesy Lamp/SEO Left Rear Stopflurn Signal Cargo Locks Right Rear StopDurn Signal Driver Locks StopKenter 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 Fuse 19 20 21 22 32 33 Relays 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Circuit Breaker 34 Usage Pass Turn Mirror Right Rear Park Lamp Trailer Lam
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 Lampmurn Signal Left Daytime Running Lampnurn Signal Truck Body Control Module 4 Fuel Pump Trailer Flasher Horn Truck Body Control Module 3 Trailer Stop/Turn Signal Truck Body Control Module 2 Truck Body Control Module Remote Function Actuator Engi
Fuse 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 63 64 5-100 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 Fuse Usage Usage Windshield Wiper Air Conditioning Spare Headlamp - High Beam Fuel Pump Beam Headlamp - Low Relay 53 54 55 56 57 58 Horn 59 61 Starter Spare 62 Circuit BreakerUsage Seat Power 60
Capacities and Specifications All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the appropriate level or as recommended in this manual. See refrigerant charge iabei under the hood for charge capacity information and requirements.
Capacities Capacities QTY Without Rear Heater QTY With Rear Heater Application Cooling System After refill, the level must be rechecked. See “Cooling System” in the Index. VORTECTM4300 V6 14.2 quarts (1 3.5 L) 16.3 quarts (15.5 L) VORTECTM4800 V8 14.7 quarts (14.0 L) 16.9quarts (16.0 L) 13.9 quarts (1 3.2L) 16.0 quarts (15.2 L) VORTECTM5300 V8 VORTECTM6000 V8 14.5 quarts (13.8 L) 17.1 quarts (1 6.
Application VORTECTM 6000 V8 (Vin U) r- Capacities QTY Without Rear QTY With Rear Heater Heater I 6.0 quarts ! 5.7 L Air Conditioning Refrigerant R-l34a (Front) 1.8 Ibs (0.81kg) Air Conditioning Refrigerant R-l34a (Front and Rear) 3.1 Ibs (1.
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 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. 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.
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 Your Vehicle and the Environment KEEP ENGINEOIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGEAS RECOMMENDED 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 This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explains what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer’s service department or another qualified service center do these jobs. Perform -. raintenceworkonavehiclecan be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can be seriously injured.
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. This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them.
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 6-12 and Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6-17. Footnotes t The U.S.
Engine Oil and Chassis Lubrication Scheduled Maintenance Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the GM Oil Life System (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first.) Reset the system. Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter. This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, and not on mileage. Based on driving conditions, the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably.
7,500 Miles (12 500 km) 22,500 Miles (37500 km) 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as U Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. U Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-62 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) U Rotate tires.
37,500 Miles (62 500 km) 50,000Miles (83 000 km) 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as 0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle’s GVWR is over 3,600 Ibs or if the vehicle is 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 +.) 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) U Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.
60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) CI Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. U 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 +,) 0 Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote f.
82,500Miles (137 500 km) 0 Vehicles With GVWR Above 10,000 Ibs. Only: 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 +.) 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. U Rotate tires.
100,000 Miles (166 000 km) CI Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. 0 Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. 0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle’s GVWR is over 8600 Ibs or if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: - In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - When doing frequent trailer towing.
Part B: Owner Checks and Services At Each Fuel Fill 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. It is important for you or a service station attendant to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
At Least Once a Month Wiper Blade Check Tire Inflation Check Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield. Also see Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle on page 5-88. Make sure tries are inflated to the correct pressures. Don’t forget to check your spare tire. See Tires on page 5-60 for further details. Cassette Tape Player Service Clean cassette tape player.
Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth. During very cold, damp weather more frequent application may be required. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-19. Automatic Transmission Check Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5-27. A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair if needed.
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check 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 len you are i n g this check, ? 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 front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move. 6-16 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 /et your dealer’s sewice department 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.
--t Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer. Fluid/Lubricant Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol Engine Oil of the proper viscosity. To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see Engine Oil on page 5- 14. 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only Engine Coolant DEX-COOL@Coolant.
Usaqe Hood Hinges Weatherstrip Conditioning one-Piece Propshaft Spline, Two-Piece Propshaft Ssline 6-20 Spline Lubricant, Special Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12345879, in Canada 1095351 1) or lubricant meeting requirements of GM 9985830. Weatherstrip Squeaks FluidlLubricant Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474. or eauivalentl. Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. U.S. 12345579, in Canada 10953014. or eauivalentl.
Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service ana 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 (csnt’d) 6-22
Maintenance Record (cont’d) Maintenance Record ~ 6-23
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Section 7 Customer Assistance Information Customer Assistance information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7.2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...................... 7.2 Online Owner Center ...................................... 7.3 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 Chevrolet. 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.
The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action, use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days.
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing: 1-800-833-CHEV (2438). (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) Customer Assistance Off ices Fax Number: 313-381-0022 From U S .
GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program, available to qualified applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle (hand controls, wheelchair/scooter lifts, etc.). This program can also provide you with free resource information, such as area driver assessment centers and mobility equipment installers. The program is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase/lease.
Roadside Courtesy Care provides: Roadside Basic Care services (as outlined previously) Plus: FREE Non-Warranty Towing (to the closest dealer from a legal roadway) - FREE Locksmith/Key Service (when keys are lost on the road or locked inside) FREE Flat Tire Service (spare installed on the road) FREE Jump Start (at home or on the road) FREE Fuel Delivery ($5 of fuel delivered on the road) Chevrolet offers Courtesy Transportation for customers needing warranty service.
Courtesy Transportation Chevrolet 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.
Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, reimbursement up to $30 per day (five day maximum) may be available for the use of public transportation such as taxi or bus. In addition, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses up to $10 per day (five day maximum) may be available. Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts.
Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited.
Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $120.00 Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments, and specifications for GM transmissions, transaxles, and transfer cases. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $50.
Current and Past Model Order Forms 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. ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123 Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:OO PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only (VISA-Mastercard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc. on the World Wide Web at: www.helminc.com Or you can write to: Helm, Incorporated P. 0.
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A Accessory Power Outlets ................................. 3-16 Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped 1-76 Vehicle ....................................................... 5-39 AddingWasher Fluid ....................................... 7-8 AdditionalProgram Information ........................... Additives, Fuel ................................................. 5-6 Add-on Electrical Equipment ............................ 5-95 4-31 Add-on Equipment ..........................................
System(s) Audio ... ........... AM-FM Radio ......................................... Care ofYour Cassette Tape Player ............ Care ofYour CD Player ........................... CareYour of CDs ............. ........... Chime Level Adjustment ........................... Fixed Mast Antenna ................................. Radio with Cassette and CD ..................... RadiowithCD ........................................ Radio with Six-Disc CD ............................ Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ........
C California Fuel .................................................. 5-6 7-4 Canada ........................................................... ii CanadianOwners ................................................ Canadian Roadside Assistance ........................... 7-6 5-102 Capacities .................................................... Capacities and Specifications .......................... 5-101 ................ ... 4-24, 4-32, 2-30 Carbon Monoxide Care of Safety Belts ................................
Chime Level Adjustment ........................... ..... 3-73 Cigarette Lighter ............................................. 3-16 Cleaning Inside ofYour Vehicle .................................. 5-85 Outside ofYour Vehicle ............................ 5-88 Underbody Maintenance ........................... 5-91 Weatherstrips .............................................. 5-88 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses ....................... 5-89 Climate Control System ...................................
Driving At Night ............... ........................... 4-14 City ........................................................... 4-18 Defensive ..................................................... 4-2 Drunken ....................................................... 4-2 Freeway ..................................................... 4-19 4-22 Hill and Mountain Roads .............................. In Rain and onWet Roads ........................... 4-15 Winter .................................................
F FabriclCarpet ................... ....................... Filter Engine Air Cleaner ...................................... 3-52, Finding aPTY Station ............................. Finding a Station .................... 3-42, 3-44, 3.49, Finish Care .................................................... Finish Damage ............................................... Fixed MastAntenna ........................................ Flash-To-Pass Feature ....................................... Flat Tire ...............
I Hazard Warning Flashers ................................... 3-4 Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer .................... 3-7 HeadlampWiring ............................................ 5-95 Headlamps .................................................... 5-54 BulbReplacement ....................................... 5-54 Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and 5-56 Parking Lamps ......................................... HalogenBulbs ............................................ 5-54 Highway Hypnosis .....................
Jump Starting ........... .... ........... ... 5-44 K Key Lock Cylinders Service .............................. Keyless EntrySystem ....................................... Keys ............................................................... 6-14 2-3 2-2 Lamps Exterior ...................................................... 3-12 Interior ....................................................... 3-14 Lamps On Reminder ....................................... 3-13 Lap Belt ...................................
M Maintenance. Normal Replacement Parts .......... 5-104 Maintenance Schedule At Each Fuel Fill ......................................... 6-12 At Least Once a Month ................................ 6-13 At Least Once a Year .................................. 6-14 At Least Twice a Year .................................. 6-13 At the First 100, 1,000 and 6,000 Miles (160, 1 600 and 10 000km) ....................... 6-12 Brake System Inspection ..............................
0 P Off-Road Recovery ................ .... 4-1 1 Oil Change Engine Oil Light .......... ........ .... 3-37 Engine .................................. ........ .... 5-14 Pressure Gage ....................... ........ .... 3-36 Older Children, Restraints ........... ........ .... 1-34 Online Owner Center ................. .............. ........... 7-3 Onstar@ Personal Calling ........... ..... ............ .... 2-37 Onstar@ Services ...................... ..... ............ .... 2-36 Onstar@ System .......
Playing a Specific Loaded CompactDisc ............................................. , .. 3-41 , 3-44, 3-48, Playing the Radio ......... Power .... ........ Accessory Outlets .......... Door Locks ........................................... Seat ............................................................ Steering Fluid ............................................. Windows .................................................... Power Steering ................................................
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire .................................................. 5-76 Removing theRearSeat ................................... 1-6 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ................... 5-70 Removing the Wheel Covers ............................ 5-76 Replacement Bulbs ......................................... 5-58 Replacing Brake System Parts .......................... 5-43 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ...................................... .......
Securing a Child Restraint CenterSeat Position ............................ 1.57. 1-58 Designedfor the LATCHSystem ................... 1-53 Rear Outside Seat Position ........................... 1-54 Right Front Seat Position .............................. 1-59 3-37 Security Light ................................................. Selecting the Fan Speed .................................. 3-20 Service ...........................................................
T Taillamps ....................................................... 5-56 Tampering With Noise Control System 5-52 Prohibited ................................................... Theft-Deterrent, Radio ..................................... 3-71 Theft-Deterrent Systems ................................... 2-19 Passlock@ .................................................. 2-19 Throttle System Inspection ............................... 6-18 Tilt Wheel ........................................................
U Underbody Flushing Service ............................. Understanding Radio Reception ........................ UniformTireQuality Grading ............................ United States ................................................... Using Cleaner on Fabric .................................. UsingRDS ............................................ 3-51, Using Song List Mode ..................................... 6-16 3-71 5-65 3-4 5-86 3-61 3-67 v Vehicle Control ............................................
Where to Put the Restraint ............................... Why Safety Belts Work .................................... Windows ....................................................... Manual ...................................................... Power ........................................................ Swing-Out Windows ..................................... Windshield and Wiper Blades ........................... Windshield Washer ........................................... Fluid .........................
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