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INTRODUCTION 1994 GMC Sonoma Owner’s Manual Welcome This manual was prepared to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your 1994 GMC Sonoma and to provide important safety information. There is alsoa GMC Truck Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet.In some vehicles, there can be information manuals from other manufacturers likebody builders or specialequipment companies. We urge you to review all these publications carefully.
Important Notes to Owners and Drivers .. ..About This Manual: Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re 011 the road. If you sell the vehicle, please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes in the product after that time without further notice.
Model Reference This manual covers these models: REGULAR CAB CLUB COUPE/ EXTENDED CAB ...
Table of Contents Introduction - How to Use this Manual This section tells you how to use your manual and includes safety and vehicle damage warnings and symbols. Section 1 - Seats and Safety Restraints This section tells you how to use your seats and safety restraints properly. Section 2 - Features & Controls This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle.
How to Use This Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. This will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly. INDEX: A good place to look for what you need is the Index in back of the manual. It’s an alphabetical list of all that’s in the manual, and the page number where you’ll find it.
Safety Warnings andSymbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box with gray background and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignorethe warning. In the gray caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you what to do tohelp avoid or reduce the hazard. Please read these cautions. If you don’t, you or others couldbe hurt. You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book.
Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean thereis something that could damage your vehicle. In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damagewould not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the noticewill tell you what to do to help avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTIONand NOTICE warnings in different colors orin different words.
These symbols are importantfor you and your passengers whenever your vehicle is driven: I I Fasten Safety Belts I I Door LocMUnlock These symbols have to do with your lights: 6c3 A Turn Signal Direction Hazard Warning Flasher Daytime Running Lights Fog Lights I Master Lighting Switch pf Parking Lights Headlight High Beam
These symbols are on some of your controls: 0 Windshield Washer Windshield Defroster Windshield Wiper Off Ventilating Fan These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights p3 flaftery Charging System Engine Coolant Temperature 1 BRAKE Brake I SHIFT L Shift Light Fuel Engine Oil Pressure
Here are some other symbols you may see: t Fuse Hood Release Lighter Horn
Seats & Restraint Systems Section ...... ......... L Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly. You can also learn about some things you should not do with safety belts . Seats and Seat Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats-how to and down. adjust them, and fold them up Front Seat (Except Easy Entry) Move the lever under the front of the seat to your left to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it. Then release the leverand try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seatis locked into place. Front Seat (Easy Entry Only) Move the lever under the frontof the seat up to unlock it. Slide the seat towhere you , want it.
Reclining Front Seatbacks (Bucket Seatsor 60/40 Bench) ?oadjust the seatback, lift the leveron the outer side of the seat. Release the leverto lock the seatback where you want it. Pull up on the lever and the seatwill go to an upright position. But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle ismoving.
Front Seatback Latches The frontseatback folds forward to let people get into the back seat or reach the storage area behind the seat. Your seatback will move back and forth freely, unless you come to a sudden stop. Then it will lock in place. There’s one time the seatback may not fold without some help from you. That’s if your vehicle is parked going down a fairly steep hill. To fold a front seatback forward, push the seatback toward the rear as you lift this latch. Then the seatback will fold forward.
Easy Entry Seat (ExfendedCab) The right frontbucket or split-bench seat of your vehicle makes it easy to get in and out of the rear vehicle area. 0 When you tilt the right front seatback fully forward, the whole seat will slide forward. 0 After someone gets into the rear seat area, move the right front seatback to itsoriginal position. Then move the seat rearward until it locks. To get out, again tilt the seatback fully forward.
Jump Seat (Extended Cab Models) STORED POSITION FOLDED-DOWN POSITION Your extended cab pickup has jump seats in the rear area. To fold the jump seat down, pull down on the handle on the bottom of the seat until the seatis in place, then move the seatback to a vertical position. To store the seat, fold the seatback down on the cushion,then push the entire seat up until it is flush with the trim panels. Don’t let thesafety belts be damaged by the hinges or the latches.
Safety Belts: They’re ;:3.:+Jy:.; Everyone Fer This part of the manual tells you how to usesafety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. This figure lights up as a reminder to buckle up. (See “Safety Belt Reminder Light” in the Index.) In many states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. You never know if you’ll be ina crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one.
After more than 25 years of safety belts in vehicles, the facts are clear. In most crashes buckling up does matter ... a lot! Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes.
When the bikehits the block, it stops.But the child keeps going! rake the simplest ‘vehicle.” Suppose it’s just aseat onwheels. I 1-9 Put someone on it.
Get it up to speed. Then stop the "vehicle." The rider doesn't stop. 1 The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... or the instrument panel ...
or the safety belts! g‘ With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts makesuch good sense. Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts-and the Answers 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 safetybelt or not.
Q If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far fromhome, why should I wear safety belts? A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident - even one that isn’t your fault - you and your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers. Most accidents occur within 25 miles (40 km) of home. And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph (65 km/h). Safety belts are for everyone.
Driver Position This section describes the driver’s restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has lap-shoulder a belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock thedoor. 2. Adjust the seat (to seehow, see “Seats”in the Index) so you can sit up straight.
3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make surethe release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5.
The lap partof the belt should beworn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies forceto the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt.If you slid under it, the even belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These partsof the body are best ableto take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there’s a sudden stop ora crash.
A CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder beltis too loose. Ina crash you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.
Q: What’s wrong with this? 8 A: The shoulderbelt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder atall times.
Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is twisted across the body. A CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt.aIn crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, makeit straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer tofix it. 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.
Safety Belf Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely tobe seriously injuredif they don’t wear safety belts. A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lapportion should beworn as low as possible throughout the pregnancy. The bestway to protect the fetus is to protect mother. the When asafety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in crash.
Center Passenger Position (BenchSeat) Lap Belt If your vehicle has a bench seat, someone can sit in the center position. When you sit in a center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and A pull it along the belt.
To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release itthe same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. Rear Seat Passengers (Extended CabJump Seats) Lap Belt These are reserve seating positions equipped with lap belts only.
Rear passengers who aren't safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike othersin the vehicle who are wearing safety belts. Each jump seat has a lap belt with no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate a littleand pull the belt. To make it shorter, pull the beltas shown until it is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of the driver's safety belt (see "Driver Position" in the Index).
Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
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Child Restraints I. : .. : Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraintitself or in abooklet, or both. These restraints use the belt systemin your vehicle, but the childalso has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury. The instructions that comewith the infant or child restraint will show you how to .do that.
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position (Bench Seat- Except 60/40 Bench Seat) Don’t use child restraints in the center position of a 60/40 bench seat. When you secure a child restraint in a center seating position, you’ll be using the lap belt. See the earlier section about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt. 2. Put the restraint on the seat.
5 . 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. 6. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. If the child restraint isn’t secure, turn the latch plate over and buckle it again. Then see if it is secure.
60/40 Split Bench Seats Don’t use a child restraint in this position. The restraint won’t work properly. Securing a Child Restraintin the Right Front Seat Position You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier section about the too strap if the child restraint has one. 1. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child restraint. 2. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say. 3.
If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child's face or neck, put it behind the child restraint. 1 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5 . Pull the restof ;i the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. I 6 . To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint.
7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure itis secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle's safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Larger Children Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle's safety belts.
Children who aren’t buckled up can strike other people who are.
Q: What if a child iswearing 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: Move the child toward the centerof the vehicle, but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child’s shoulder, so that in a crash the child’s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide.
Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’ssafety belt will fastenaround you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest you coat will wear, so the extenderwill be long enough foryou. The extenderwill be just foryou, and just forthe seatin your vehicle thatyou choose. Don’t let someone else use it,and use it only for the seat itis made to fit.
Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is torn. Torn or frayed beltsmay not protect you In a crash.They can rip apart under impact forces.If a belt is torn or frayed,get a new one right away. Before replacing any safety belt, see your dealer for the correct part number. You’ll need the model year and model number for your vehicle. The model year is on your title and registration. And you can find the model number on the CertificatiodTire labelof your vehicle. See “CertificatiodTire Label” in the Index.
Features & Controls Section II Here you can learn about the many standard and optional featureson your vehicle. and information on starting. shifting. and braking . Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly- and what to do if you have a problem . ror explanation of vehicle symbols. refer to “Vehicle Symbols” in the Introduction . Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Four-WheelDrive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-27 Manual Transfer Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-27 Electronic Transfer Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-29 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-31 Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Keys The square-shaped key is for the ignition only.
The oval-shaped key is for the doors and all other locks. \ When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealerremoves the plugs from the keys, and gives them to the first owner. Each plughas a codeon it that tells your dealer or aqualified locksmith how to make extrakeys. Keep the plugs in a safe place. If you lose your keys, you’ll be able to have new ones made easily using these plugs. NOTICE: Your vehicle has a numberof new features that can help prevent theft.
Your Doors And How They Work Side Doors To open the door from the outside, liftthe handle and pull the door open. To open the door from the inside,pull the lever toward you and push the door open.
There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle: From the outside: Use your door key. From the inside: To lock the door, slide the lever on your inside door to LOCK. To unlock the door, slide the lever on your inside doortoward you. You will see a red area on the lever.
Power Door Locks If your vehicle has i I sower door locks, push LOCK on the Tower door lock switch on either front door. This switch will lock all the doors at once. To unlock the doors,push on the raised areanext to the key symbol. Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle, take your keys, open your door and set the locks from inside. Thenget out and close thedoor. Tailgate You can open the tailgate by pulling up on the handlewhile pulling the tailgate down.
Tailgate Removal I. Raise the tailgate slightly and remove both retaining cables. 2. Lift the tailgate at the right side and pull it out at the left side. Reverse the procedure to reinstall. Make sure the tailgate is secure. Theft Vehicle theft is 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 imDossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help.
Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage area, ortake them with you. Parking Lots If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’s best to lock it up and take your keys. But what if you have to leave your ignition key? What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle? Put your valuables in a storage area,like your glove box.
Ignition Switch Use your ignition key to start your vehicle. The ignition key lets you turn the ignition switch to fivedifferent positions. 1. OFF 2 2. RUN 3 5 3. START 4. ACC 5. LOCK ACC (Accessory): ACClets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine isoff. To get into ACC, push in the key and turn it toward you. Your steering wheel will remain locked, just as it was before you inserted the key.
NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in “Lock” and you can’t turn it, be sure it is all theway in. If it is, then turn the steeringwheel left and right while you turn the key hard. But turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch. If none of this works, then yourvehicle needs service. Key Release Lever The ignition key cannot be removed from the ignition of manual transmission vehicles unless the key release lever is used.
- Starting Your Engine Engines start differently. The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter or number for your engine. You will find the VIN at the top left of your instrument panel. (See “Vehicle Identification Number” in the Index.) Follow the proper steps to start the engine. Automatic transmission: Move your shift lever to “P” (Park) or “N” (Neutral). Your engine won’t start in any other position - that’s a safety feature.
NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts oraccessories, you could change the way the fuel injection system operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly. If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see theof part this manual thattells how to do it without damaging your vehicle. See “Towing YourVehicle” in the Index. To start your4.3 Liter engine: I .
NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts oraccessories, you could change theway the fuel injection system operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly. If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, seethe partof this vehicle. manual thattells how to do it without damaging your See “Towing YourVehicle” in the Index.
4.3 Liter 1. Engine coolant heater cord cap 2. Engine coolant heater cord strap In very cold weather, 0°F (-1 8°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier startingand better fuel economyduring engine warm-up. Usually, the coolantheater should be plugged in a minimumof four hoursprior to startingyour vehicle. To use the coolant heater: 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3. Plug it into anormal, grounded 110-volt outlet.
How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the weather, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact a GM dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealercan give you the best advice for that particular area. Automatic Transmission There are several different positions for your shift lever. P (Park) This locks your rear wheels.
R (Reverse) Use this gear to back up. NOTICE: Shifting to “R” (Reverse) while your vehicle is moving forward to “R” (Reverse) only could damage your transmission. Shift after your vehicle isstopped. To rock your vehicle back and forth to get outof snow, ice or sand without damaging your transmission, see“If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow’’ in the Index. N (Neutral) In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, use “ N ’ (Neutral) only.
NOTICE: Damage to your transmission caused by shifting out of “P’’ (Park) or “N” (Neutral) with the engine racing isn’t covered by your warranty. 0 @ (Overdrive) This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: - Going less than about 35 mph (56 k d h ) , push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. - Going about 35 mph (56 k d h ) or more, push the accelerator all the way down. You’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power.
NOTICE: If your rear wheels can’t rotate, don’t try to drive. This might or were up happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud against a solid object. You could damage your transmission. Also, if you stop when going uphill, don’t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal. This could overheat and damage “P” Park tohold the transmission. Use your brakes or shift into your vehicle in position on a hill. Five-Speed Manual Transmission This is your shift pattern.
To Stop Let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal. Just before the vehicle stops, press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal, and shift to “N” (Neutral). N (Neutral) Use this position when you start or idle your engine. R (Reverse) To back up, press down the clutch pedal, wait about 6 seconds, then shift into “R” (Reverse). Then let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal. NOTICE: Shift to “R” (Reverse) only after your vehicle is stopped.
Four-wheel Drive Vehicles Only:If your vehicle has four-wheel drive and is equipped with a manual transmission, disregard the shift light when the transfer caseis in 4LO. Locking Rear Axle If you have this feature,your rear axle can give you additional traction on snow, mud, ice, sand or gravel. Itworks like a standard axlemost of the time, but when one of the rear wheels has no traction and the other does,the locking feature will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle.
NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, andyou could also damage other partsof your vehicle. If you are on a hill: See “Parking on Hills” in the Index. That section shows how to turn your front wheels. If you are towing a trailer and are parkingon any hill: See “Towing a Trailer” in the Index. That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving. Shifting Info “Pyy (Park) (AutomaticTransmission Models Only) 1.
2. Move the shift lever into “ P ’ (Park) position like this: 0 Pull the lever toward you. Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. If you have four-wheel drive with a manual transfer case shift lever, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear - not in “N” (Neutral). 4. Move the ignition key to LOCK. 5 . Remove the key and take it with you. If you can walk away from your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in “P” (Park).
Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission) If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission into “ P ’ (Park) 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 “P7’(Park). This is called “torquelock.” To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into “ P ’ (Park) properly before you leave the driver’s seat. To find out how, see “Shifting Into ‘P7(Park)” in the Index.
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Running Your Engine While You’re Parked (Automatic Transmission) It’s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. I A CAUTION: Idling the engine withthe air system control off could allow dmgerous exhaust into your vehicle (seethe earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust”). Also, idling ina closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle evenif the fan switch isat the highest setting. One place this can happen is a garage.
Four- Wheel Drive If your vehicle hasfour-wheel drive, you can send your engine’s driving power to all fourwheels for extra traction.To shift outof two-wheel drive and into four-wheel drive, move the transfer case shift leverto 4HI or 4LO. You should use 2HI for most normal driving conditions,however. I N~TICE: I Driving in the4HI or 4LO positions fora long time on dry or of your vehicle’s drivetrain.
The front axleportion of the diagram on the indicator will light up when you shift into four-wheel drive. A slight delay between shifting and the pattern’s lighting is normal. If the pattern does not light up, orif the front axle doesnot go outafter you shift out of four-wheel drive, have your dealer check your system. Turn the INT LIGHTS switch located to the right of your headlight switch to dim your transfer case indicator light when your headlights or parking lights are on.
Electronic Transfer Case If your four-wheel drive vehicle has the electronic transfer case, the transfer case switches areon the right side of your instrument panel above the radio controls. Use these switchesto shift into and out of four-wheel drive. You can choose among three driving settings: 1. 2HI: This setting is for driving in most street and highway situations. Your front axle is not engaged in two-wheel drive. 2 . 4HI: This setting engages your front axle to help drive your vehicle.
To shift from2H1, or 4HI to 4LO: The vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph (4.8 km/h) with the transmission in “N” (Neutral) or the clutch pedal depressed. The preferred method for shifting into 4LO is to have your vehicle slowly moving 1 to 2 mph (1.6 to 3.2 k d h ) . Press and release the 4LO switch. You must wait for the amber 4LO indicator lightto stop flashingand go solid amber before shifting your transmission into gear or releasing the clutch pedal.
Windows To open your manual windows, turn the hand crank oneach door to raiseor lower your side door windows. If you have the optional power windows, the controls are on each of the side doors. Your power windows will only work when the ignition has been turned to RUN. The driver’swindow switch has an “express” feature thatallows it to lower faster than the passenger’s window. The driver’sdoor also has a switch for the passengerwindows. Push the downarrow on the switch to lower thewindow.
Sliding Rear Window Your vehicle may have a sliding rear window. Push the latch in the center of the window and slide the glass to open it. When you close the window, be sure the latch catches. Swing-Out Windows (Extended Cab) If your vehicle has rear swing-out windows, just unlatch them at their clasps and push out on the glass to open them.
Horn Press the pad in the center of the steering wheel to sound the horn. Tilt Wheel (Option) A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive. I You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever. Move the steering wheel to a comfortablelevel, then release the lever to lock the wheel in place. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
Turn SignaUMultifunctionLever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your: 0 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator Headlight High-Low Beam Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cruise Control (Option) Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator 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.
A green arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. To signal a lane change, justraise or lower the lever until the green arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change. The lever will return by itself when you release it. As you signal a turn or a lane change,if the arrows don’t flash but just stay on, a signal bulb may be burned out and other driverswon’t see your turn signal.
Headlight High-Low Beam beam to high or high to low, pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you. Then release it. When the high beams are on, this blue indicator light on the instrument panel also will be on. Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by turning the band with the wiper symbol on it.
For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIST. Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one cycle. If you want more cycles, hold the band on MIST longer. You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain or snow. Turn the band to choose the delay time. The closerto LO, the shorter the delay. For steady wiping at low speed, turn the band away from you to the LO position.
Driving without washer fluid can be dangerous. A bad mud splash can block your vision. You could hit another vehicle or go off the road. Check your washer fluid level often. NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other partsof the washer system.Also, water doesn’t clean aswell as washer fluid.
Cruise Control (Option) With Cruise Control,you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 k d 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). If you have a manual transmission and you apply your brakes or push the clutch pedal, the CruiseControl will shut off.
Get up to the speed you want. 0 Push in the set button at the end of the lever and release it. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
To Resume a Set Speed Suppose you set your Cruise Control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shutsoff the Cruise Control.But you don’t need to reset it. Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 k d h ) or more, you can move the Cruise Control switch from ON to WA (Resume/Accelerate) for about half a second. You’ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there.
To lncrease Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed. Here’s the first: Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Push the button at the end of the lever, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed. Here’s the second : Move the Cruise switch from ON to IUA (Resume/Accelerate). Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, and then release the switch.
To Reduce Speed While Using Cruise Control Push in the button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it. To slow down in very small amounts, push the button for less than half a second. Each time you do this, you’ll go I mph (1.6 k d h ) slower. Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increaseyour speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the Cruise Control speed you set earlier.
To Get Out of Cruise Control There are two ways to turnoff the Cruise Control: Step lightly on the brake pedal or push the clutch pedal, if you have a manual transmission 0 Move the Cruise switch to OFF. To Erase Speed Memory When you turn off the Cruise Control or the ignition, your Cruise Control set speed memory is erased.
Lights Your light switches are on the left sideof your instrument panel. Push the top switch turn to on: Parking Lights Sidemarker Lights 0 Taillights License Plate Lights Instrument Panel Lights 0 Transfer Case Shift IndicatorPanel Push the bottom switch to turn on the headlights,together with: Parking Lights Sidemarker Lights 0 Taillights License Plate Lights Instrument Panel Lights 0 Transfer Case Shift Indicator Panel Push theswitch marked OFF to turn off your lights.
A circuit breaker protects your headlights. If you have an electrical overload, your headlights will flicker on and off. Have your headlight wiring checked right away if this happens. Fog Lamps (Opfion) Use your fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. Your parking lights and/or low beam headlights must be on or your fog lamps won’t work. The fog lamp switch is on the instrument panel under the headlight switch.
Daytime Running Lights(DRL) Indicator Light (Canada Only) If your vehicle was first sold, when new, in Canada, you will have this light on the instrument panel. It goes on whenever the Daytime Running Lights are on, the ignition is on, the headlamp switch is off, and the parking brake is released.
Of course, you may still turn on the headlights any time you need to. To idle your vehicle with the DRL off, set the parking brake. The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brake. Headlights-On Reminder A reminder tone will sound when your headlights or parking lights are turned on and your ignition is in OFF, LOCK or ACC. To turn the tone off, turn the dimmer switch all the way down.
They will also stay on for I5 seconds when the interior light switch on the dash is turned on then off, while the ignition is off. You can also turn the map lights on and off by pressing the switch near each light. However, the ignition must be turned to RUN or ACC for the map lights to come on. Outside Mirrors Adjust your outside mirrors so you can just see the side of your vehicle. Manual mirrors should be adjusted by pressing the glass as needed.
Your outside mirrors must be folded in before entering a carwash. To fold, pull the mirrors in towards the vehicle. Push the mirrors back out when finished. Convex Outside Mirror Your right side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. Sun VisorsNanity Mirrors To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can also swing them from side to side. Your visors have an extension that can be pulled out for additional glareprotection.
Some visors have a lighted mirror. Just lift the cover up to turn on the mirror lights. Accessory Power Outlets(Option) If you have accessory power outlets, you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment. Just pull down from the top of the door and follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical equipment you install. These circuits areprotected by a fuse and have maximum current levels.
Cigarette Lighter/Ashtray To use the lighter, press it in all the way, and let go. When it’s ready, it will pop back by itself. ’ Don’t hold a cigarettelighter in with your hand while it isheating. If you do, itwon’t be able to back away from the heating element when it’s ready. That can make itoverload, damaging the lighter and the heating element. The ashtray must be completely pulled out to open position before the ashtray cover opens and smoking material can be deposited.
Storage Compartments Your vehicle may have a console compartment between the bucket seats. To open it, just squeeze the leverin the front of the consolewhile lifting the topof the console. Your console also includes ahandy place to hold cups. To open your glove box, squeezethe lever at the topof the glovebox and lower the door. Two cup depressions are provided for your convenience, but the glovebox should not be open while driving.
A storage compartment under your radio may be used to hold small items. You will find a storage pocket on each of the front doors. YOUalso have a storagepocket on the back of your bucket or 60/40 bench seats. I . .
Instrument Panel 12 1. Vents 2. Instrument Cluster 3. Air ConditionerEIeater 4. Glove Box 5. Sound System 6. Cigarette Lighter 6 11 I 7. Brake Release Handle 8. Light Switches 9. Electronic Transfer Case 10. Fog Lamp Switch 11. Ashtray 12.
Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). All speedometers will show speeds up to 85 mph ( I40 km/h), but if you have a 4.3L (VIN W) engine with a tachometer, the speedometer will show speeds up to 100 mph ( I60 km/h). Your odometer shows how fa-your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the U.S.) or kilometers (used in Canada).
Trip Odometer Tachometer Cluster Standard Cluster I The trip odometer can tell you how fir your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero. Make sure the button is completely depressed. To set the trip odometer to zero, completely push the button near the readout . Tachometer I The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). $4 Each tachometer has a differentlimit depending on the powertrain in your vehicle.
running at 2,000 revolutions per minute (rpm). The tachometer needle will vary all the time that the engine is running. The yellow warning range tells you that your engine speed is reaching its upper limits. Don’t drive very long with the tachometer in the yellow range. If you have a manual transmission, shift to a higher gear as soon as possible. If you have an automatic transmission, lift your foot off of the accelerator pedal so that the transmission can select a higher gear.
Brake System Warning Light Your vehicle hydraulicbrake 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. Your vehicle also has rear-wheel or four-wheel anti-lock brakes. See “Anti-Lock Brakes” in the Index. If the warning light comes on, there could be a brake problem with either your regular or rear-wheel anti-lock brakes, or both. Have your brake system inspected rightaway.
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light(Option) If your vehicle has four-wheel anti-lock brakes, it will have this yellow light. With anti-lock, this light will go on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds. That’s normal. If the light doesn’t come on, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn youif there is a problem. If the light stays on, or comes on when you’re driving,your vehicle needs service.
Malfunction Indicator (Service EngineSoon) Lamp SERVICE ENGINE A computer monitors operation of your fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This lightshould come on when the ignition is on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working. If it does not come on at all, have it fixed right away. If it stays on, or itcomes on while you are driving, the computer is indicating that you have a problem. You should take your vehicle in for service soon.
Oil Pressure Gage The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running. Canadian vehicles indicate pressure in kPa (kilopascals). Oil pressure may vary with engine speed, outside temperature and oil viscosity, 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 problems causing low oil pressure.
Charging System Light The charging system light is on your instrument clusterand will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition, but the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working. It should go out once the engine is running. If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the charging system. It could indicate that you have problems with a generator drivebelt, or another electrical problem. Have it checked right away.
Daytime Running Lights(DRL) Indicator Light (Canada Only) This green DRL indicator light ison the instrument cluster. The DRL indicator light ison whenever the ignition ison and the headlight switch and parking brake are off. For more details about DRL, see “Lights” in this section. SHIFT Indicator Light This amber SHIFT indicator light ison the instrument cluster of vehicles with manual transmissions. The SHIFT indicator light will help you get the best fuel economy.
Headlight High Beam Indicator Light This blue high beam indicator light is on the instrument cluster and is on whenever you use your high beam headlights. For more details about high beams, see “Headlight High-Low Beam Changer’’ in this section. Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator This light with the green arrows is on the instrument cluster. The turn signal indicator will come on whenever you signal a turn or lane change. See “Turn and Lane Change Signal” in this section.
Gages Fuel Gage The fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have remaining, when the ignition is on. When the gage first indicates empty, you still have a little fuel left, but you should get more fuel soon. Here are fourthings that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage: 0 At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads f~111. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated.
Voltmeter 4 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. When the engine is running, the gage shows the condition of the charging system. Readings between the low and high warning zones indicate thenormal operating range. You can only drive for a short time with the reading in either warning zone. If you must drive, turn off all unnecessary accessories.
Trailer Wiring Harness Your vehicle may have either a 5-wire or 7-wire harness. The 5-wire harness is stored under your vehicle, along the left rear frame crossmember. The harness has no connector, and you should have a qualified service person wire your harness for YOLI. Be sure you leave it loose enough so the wiring doesn’t bend or break, but not so loose that it drags on the ground. The 7-wire is stored under your vehicle along the rear frame crossmember. This harness has a 30 Amp.
Comfort Controls & Audio Systems Section In this part you’ll find out how to operate the conh r t control systems and audio systemsoffered with your vehicle . Be sure to read about the particular system supplied with your vehicle . For explanation of vehicle symbols. refer to “Vehicle Symbols” in the Introduction. Comfort Controls Flow-Through Ventilation System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 3-3 Heater Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Comfort Controk Flow-Through Ventilation System Your vehicle’s flow-through ventilation system supplies outside air to the inside of your vehicle when it is moving. With the side windows closed, air will flow intothe front air inlet grilles,through the vehicle, and out the rear air exhaustvalve. Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning fan is running. Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet freeof ice, snow, or any other obstruction (such as leaves).
Air Vents You will find air vents in the center and on the sides of your instrument panel. You can move the vents to direct the flow of air, or close the vents altogether. When you close a vent, it will increase the flow of air corning out of any vents that are open. Heater Controls If your vehicle does not have air conditioning, your heater controls will look like this. The switch on the righthand side changes the fan speed. To increase the fan speed, push the switch upward toward HI.
OFF: This setting turns off all heating functions. Someoutside air will still come out of the heater outlet whenever the vehicle is moving forward. VENT: Airflow is through the instrument panel vents. Set the upper knob to the temperature desired. This setting is useful for mild outside temperatures, when little heating or cooling is desired. BI-LEV: Outside air comes in through the heater floor vents and the instrument panel vents. This setting is useful in cool weather with bright sunlight.
OFF‘: This setting turns off all heating functions. Some outside airwill still come out of the heater outlet whenever the vehicle is moving forward. MAX A/C: Air inside your vehicle is recirculated to maximize your air conditioner’s performance and your vehicle’s fuel economy. This setting cools the air the fastest and should be used to keep ”unwanted odors” from entering vehicle.. NORM A/C: This setting cools outside air and directs it through the instrument panel vents.
To help avoid hearing loss or damage: Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly. FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound. But FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). And, tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to come and go. AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night.
How To Operate Your ETW AM Radio This part tells you how your ETR@AM radio works. Upper Knob (PWR-VOL-RECALL) The upper knob has four functions: 0 Rotate it to turn the system on and off. Rotate it to control the volume. 0 Press it to display the time when the ignition is off. 0 Press it to change between the clock and the radio station frequency displayed when the radio is on. BAL (Balance) The control ring behind the upper knob adjusts the lefthight speaker balance.
NOTE: Up to two additional stations may be preset by pressing two adjoining buttons at the same time. Tune in the desired station. 0 Press the SET pushbutton. Within 5 seconds, press any two adjoining pushbuttons at the same time. (The station will return when the same two buttons are pressed again.) Clock To set the clock, just: Press the SET pushbutton. Within 5 seconds, press and hold MINS until the correct minute appears on the display.
This part tells you how your ETR@AM-FM stereo audiosystem works: Upper Knob (PWR-VOL-RECALL) The upper knob has these four functions: Rotate it to turn the system on and off. Rotate it to control the volume. 0 Press it to display the time when the ignition is off. Press it to change between the clock and the radio station frequency displayed when the radio is on. BAL (Balance) The control ring behind the upper knob adjusts the lefdright speaker balance.
Clock To set the clock, just: Press the SET pushbutton. Within 5 seconds, press and hold SEEK until the correct minute appears on the display. 0 Press and hold SCAN until the correct hour appears on the display. TREBLE Slide the TREBLE lever up to increase the treble response. If a station is weak or noisy, slide the TREBLE lever down to reduce the noise. BASS Slide the BASS lever up to increase the bass response. Adjust the BASS lever to give apleasing sound to your ear.
BAL (Balance) The control ring behind the upper knob adjusts the left/right speaker balance. Lower Knob The lower knob has two functions: Rotate it to tune in radio stations. Press it to change between the AM and FM bands. FADE The control ring behind the lower knob adjusts the frondrear speaker balance. SEEK Press the SEEK button to cause the receiver to SEEK the next higher station and stop.
Clock To set the clock, just: Press the SET pushbutton. Within 5 seconds, press and hold SEEK until the correct minute appears on the display. Press and hold SCAN until the correct hour appears on the display. TREBLE Slide the TREBLE lever up to increase the treble response. If the station is weak or noisy, slide the TREBLE lever down to reduce the noise. BASS Slide the BASS lever up to increase the bass response. Adjust the BASS lever to give a pleasing sound to your ear.
How to Operate Your ETW AM-FM Stereo Audio Cassette System with Equalizer This part tells you how your ETR@AM-FM stereo audio cassettesystem with equalizer works: Upper Knob (PWR-VOL-PROG-RCL) The upper knob has these five functions: 0 Rotate it to turn the system on and off Rotate it to control the volume. Press it to display the time when the ignition is off (RCL ). Press it to change between the clock and the radio station frequency displayed when the radio is on (RCL ).
SCAN When you press SCAN, the radio will go to the next station and pause and will keep scanning until you press SCAN again. SCAN appears in the graphic display. Pushbuttons The four pushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. You can set the pushbuttons forup to eight favoritestations (4 AM and 4 FM). Just: Tune in the desired station. Push the SET pushbutton (SET appears in the VF display for 5 seconds .) Within the 5 seconds, push one of the four pushbuttons.
AUTO DNR This unit is equipped with an automatic Dynamic Noise Reduction system. DNR'reduces background hiss on AM and FM radio broadcasts, aswell as on cassette tapes. @ DNR@is aregistered trademark of National Semiconductor Corporation. To Play A Cassette Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player.
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tapeplayer that is not cleaned regularly is subject to reduced sound quality, ruining the cassette, or adamaging the mechanism. Tape cassettes ' that are not properly stored in their plastic cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight,and extreme heat may not operate properly and could cause premature failure of the tape player. Your tape player should be cleaned monthly or with every 15 hours of use, as regular maintenance.
How to Operare Your ETW AM-FM Stereo Audio Compact Disc(CD) System This part tells you how your ETR' AM-FM stereo system works: Upper Knob (PWR-VOL) The upper knob has three functions: 0 It switches the radio on and off when the ignition is on. 0 It controls the volume. Volume will increase when the RCL knob is turned to the right and decrease when turned to the left. Volume will be displayed briefly unless Left/Right speaker control, Rear/Frontspeaker control, BASS or TREB are adjusted.
SEEK Pressing the SEEK b button will cause the receiver to seek the next higher station and stop. Pressing the 4 SEEK button will cause the receiver to seek the next lower station and stop. SCAN When you press SCAN, the radio will go to the next station and pause, and will keep scanning until you press SCAN again. SC will be displayed when using this control. Pushbuttons The fivepushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. They are also used when you play a disc. (See “To Play A Compact Disc”.
To Play A Compact Disc(CD) NOTICE: Before you begin, please note: DONOT use mini-discs that are called singles. They won’t eject. USE FULL-SIZE COMPACT DISCS. If the disc playeris very hot, or if you’re driving on a very rough road, a disc may come out or just not play. If you see the word HOT on the display, the disc player is too hot to playdisc. the HOT go off the display. When Press RCL to make the word things get back to normal, the disc should play again. Press PWR to turn the system on.
SCAN Press SCAN to sample each track for approximately 10 seconds. Scanning will continue until the RDM, SCAN or any other motion button is pressed again. PREV If you hold the PREV (4 SEEK) button, or press it more than once, the disc will return to previous tracks. NEXT Press NEXT (SEEK) , to hear the next track now instead of waiting until the present track is finished. If you hold this button or press it more than once, the disc will advance further.
8. Press BAND and 000 will appear again. Now you are ready to enter the last threedigits of your code. 9. Repeat steps 6 and 7 for the last three digits of your code. 10, Press BAND and rEP will appear for 5 seconds and then 000 will appear. 11. Repeat steps 6 through 10. This time SEC will appear-indicating the radio is secure. that To Unlock The System AfterA Power Loss When battery power is reapplied to a secured radio, the radio won’t turn on and LOC will appear on the display.
Care of Your Compact Discs 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. Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs. Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges orthe edge of the hole and the outer edge.
Your Driving and the Road . Section Here you'll find information about drivingon different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We've also includedmany other useful tips on driving. Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 DrunkenDriving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Steering . . . .
Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about drivingis: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” in the Index.) Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads, or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.” Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do. Be ready for their mistakes.
According to theAmerican Medical Association, a 180-pound (82 kg) person who drinksthree 12-ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same BAC by drinlung three &ounce (120 ml) glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1-1/2 ounces (45 ml) of a liquor likewhiskey, gin or vodka. It's the amount of alcohol that counts.
But it’s very important to keep in mind that the ability to driveis affected well below a BAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects areworse at night. All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0.05 percent. Statistics show that the chance of being in an accident increases sharply for driverswho have a BAC of 0.05 percent or above.A driver with a BAC level of 0.
Control of a Vehicle 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. Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide. That means you can lose control of your vehicle. Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time.
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts - heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking - rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate alot of unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life.
driver could.With rear-wheel anti-lock: If one of the rear wheels is about to stop rolling,the computer will work the brakes at the rear wheels. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. 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.
Braking in Emergencies At some time, nearly every driver gets into a situation that requires hard braking. The four-wheel anti-lock system lets you steer and brake at the same time. If you have the rear-wheel anti-lock braking system, your front wheels can stop rolling when you brake very hard. Once they do, the vehicle can’t respond to your steering. Momentum will carry it in whatever direction it was headed when the front wheels stopped rolling.
The same thingcan happen if you’re steeringthrough a sharp curveand you - steering and acceleration suddenly accelerate. Those two control systems - can overwhelm those placeswhere the tires meet the road and make you lose control. What should you do if this ever happens? Ease up on the brake or accelerator pedal, steerthe vehicle the way you want it to go,and slow down. Speed limit signsnear curves warn that you should adjust your speed.
The factthat such emergency situations are always possible is agood reason to practice defensivedriving at all times and wear safety belts properly. Off-Road Recovery You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you're driving. If the levelof the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement,recovery should be fairlyeasy.
, .. Passing .. 3 . I . The driverof a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, movesaround the vehcle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simplemaneuver? Not necessarily! Passing anothervehicle on a two-lane highway is a potentially dangerousmove, since the passing vehicle occupi&the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds.
Check your mirrors , glance over your shoulder, and start your left lane change signalbefore moving out of the right laneto pass. When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to seeits front inyour inside mirror, activate your right lanechange signal and move back into the right lane. (Remember that your right outsidemirror is convex. The vehicle you just passed may seem to be farther away from you than it really is.) Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on two-lane roads.
While driving on a surface with reduced traction, try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, orbraking (including engine brakingby shifting to alower gear). Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide. You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding. Learn to recognize warning clues - such as enough water, ice or packed snow on the road to make a “mirrored surface” - and slow down when you have any doubt.
Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving There are some important things to remember about how to load your vehicle. 0 The heaviest things should be on the load floor and forward of your rear axle. Putheavier items as far forward as you can. Be sure the load is secured properly, so driving on the off-road terrain doesn’t toss things around. You’ll find other important information in this manual. See “ Vehicle Loading,” and “Tires” in the Index.
Getting Familiar withOff-Road Driving It’s a good idea to practicein an area that’s safe and close to home before you go into the wilderness.Off-road driving does require somenew and different driving skills.Here’s what we mean. Tune your senses to different kindsof signals. Your eyes, for example,need to constantly sweep the terrain for unexpected obstacles. Your ears need to listen for unusual tire or engine sounds.
Surface Obstacles. Unseen or hidden obstacles can be hazardous. A rock, log, hole, rut, or bump can startle you if you’re not prepared for them. Often these obstaclesare hidden by grass, bushes, snow or even the rise and fall of the terrain itself. Here are some things to consider: Is the path ahead clear? Will the surface texture change abruptly up ahead? Does the travel take you uphill or downhill? (There’s more discussion of these subjects later.
Driving On Off-Road Hills Off-road driving oftentakes you up, down, or across ahill. Driving safely on hills requires good judgment and an understandingof what your vehicle can and can’t do. Thereare some hills thatsimply can’t be driven, no matter how well built the vehicle. Approaching a Hill When you approach ahill, you need to decideif it’s one of those hillsthat’s just too steep to climb, descend, or cross. Steepness can be hard to judge.
Driving Uphill Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, you need to take some special steps. Use a low gear and get a firm grip on the steering wheel. Get a smooth start up the hill and try to maintain your speed. Don’t use more power than you need, because you don’t want your wheels to start spinning or sliding. Try to drive straight up the hill if at all possible. If the path twists and turns, you might want to find another route. Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill.
Q: What shouldI do if my vehicle stalls, or is about tostall, and I can’t make it up the hill? A: 0 If this happens, there aresome things you should do, and there are some things you must not do. First,here’s what you should do: Push the brake pedal to stop the vehicle and keep it from rolling backwards. Also, apply the parking brake. If your engine is still running, shift the transmission into reverse, release the parking brake, and slowly back down the hill in reverse.
Q: Suppose, after stalling,I try to back down thehill and decide I just can’t do it.What should I do? A: Set the parking brake, put your transmission in “P” (Park) (or the manual transmission in first gear) , and turn off the engine. Leave the vehicle and go get some help. Exit on the uphill side and stay clear of the path the vehicle would take if it rolled downhill. Do not shift the transfer case to “N” (Neutral) when you leave the vehicle. Leave it in some gear.
Q: Are there some thingsI should not do when driving downa hiIl? A: 0 Yes! These are important becauseif you ignore them you could lose control-and have a serious accident. When driving downhill, avoid turns that take you across the incline of the hill. Ahill that’s not too steep to drive down may be too steep to drive across.You could roll overif you don’t drive straightdown. Never go downhill with the transmission in “ N ’ (Neutral) , or with the clutch pedal depressed in manual a shift .
Driving Acrossan Incline Sooner orlater, an off-road trail will probably go across the incline of a hill. If this happens, you have to decidewhether to try to drive across the incline. Here are some things to consider: A hill that can be driven straight up or down may be too steep to drive across. When you go straight up or down a hill, the length of the wheel base (the distance from the front wheels to the rear wheels) reduces the likelihood the vehicle will tumble end over end.
Stalling on an Incline If your vehicle stallswhen you’re crossing an incline, besure you (and your passengers) get out on theuphill side, even if the door there is harder to open. If you get out on the downhill sideand the vehicle starts to rollover, you’ll be right inits path. If you have towalk down the slope,stay out of the path the vehicle will take if it does roll over. Driving In Mud, Sand, Snow, Or Ice When you drive inmud, snow or sand, your wheels won’t get good traction.
Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction. On these surfaces, it’s very easy to lose control. On wet ice, for example, the traction is so poor that you will have difficulty accelerating. And if you do get moving, poor steering and difficult braking can cause you to slide out of control. Driving In Water Light rain causes no special off-road driving problems. But heavy rain can mean flash flooding, and flood waters demand extreme caution.
After Off-Road Driving Remove any brush or debristhat has collected on the underbody, chassis or under the hood, These accumulationscan be a fire hazard. After operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings cleanedand checked. These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking. Check the body structure, steering, suspension,wheels, tires, and exhaust system for damage. Also, check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage. Your vehicle will require more frequent service dueto off-road use.
Night Vision No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But as we get older these differences increase. A 50-year-old driver may require at least twice as much light to seethe same thing at night as a 20-year-old. 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.
less traction. It’s always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving. The surfacemay get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement. The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are i n 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.
Hydroplaning doesn’t happen often. But it can if your tires haven’t much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low. It can happen if a lot of water is standingon the road. If you can see reflections from trees, telephone poles, or other vehicles, and raindrops “dimple” the water’s surface, there could be hydroplaning. Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds. There just isn’t a hard and fast rule abouthydroplaning. The best advice is to slow down when it is raining.
0 Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities. You’ll save time and energy. (See the next part, “Freeway Driving.”) 0 Treat a green light as a warning signal. A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it. When a light turns green, and just before you start to move, check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light.
Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance.Expect to move slightly slower at night. When you want to leavethe freeway, move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to the next exit. The exitramp can be curved, sometimes quite sharply. The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, not to your sense of motion.
High way Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Oris 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.
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 orlong hill. a 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 sometips for winter driving: 0 Have your vehiclein good shape for winter. Be sure your engine coolant mix is correct. 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, asmall shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth, and a coupleof reflective warning triangles.
What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer 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. Whatever the condition - smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow drive with caution. Accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction.
If You’re Caught in a Blizzard 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 nearhelp and you can hike through the snow. Here are some things to do to summonhelp and keep yourself and your passengers safe: Turn on your hazard flashers. Tie a red cloth toyour vehicle to alert policethat you’ve been stopped by the snow. Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you.
Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine,make it go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the accelerator slightly. This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged. You will need a well-charged battery to restart the vehicle, and possibly for signaling later on with your headlights. Let the heater run for awhile. Then, shutthe engine off and close thewindow almost all the way to preserve the heat.
Before towing, you should: 1. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Place the automatic transmission in “P” (Park) or me manual transmission in the lowest gear ( 1 st gear). 3. Firmly attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle. Refer to the hitch manufacturer’s instructions. 4. Place the transfer case shift leverin “N” (Neutral). NOTICE: Removal of either propeller shaft is unnecessary. 5 . Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the tow vehicle. 6.
Towing a Trailer NOTICE: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not coveredby your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice in this section, and see your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle. Every vehicle is ready for some trailer towing. If it was built with trailering options, as many are, it’s ready for heavier trailers. But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself.
You can ask a hitch dealer aboutsway controls. 0 Don’t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles (800 km) your new vehicle is driven. Your engine, axle or otherparts could be damaged. 0 Then, during the first 500 miles (800 km) that you tow a trailer, don’t drive over SO mph (80 kmh) and don’t make starts at full throttle. This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear inat the heavier loads.
A B If you’re using a “dead-weight” hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 10% of the total loaded trailer weight (B). If you have a “weight-distributing” hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 12% of the total loaded trailer weight (B). After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper. If they aren’t, you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items around in the trailer.
You can tow trailers to 2,000 pounds (900 kg) with a stepbumper hitch, but if your trailer tongue has a V-shaped foot, your bumper could be damaged in sharp turns. Check the distancefrom the front edgeof the foot to the middle of the hitch ball socket. If the distance is less than 12 inches,take the foot off the trailer tongue. Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer.
trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working. This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time. During your trip, check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure, and that the lights and any trailer brakes are still working, Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns.
Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift toa 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. On a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce your speed to around 45 mph (70 km/h) to reducethe possibility of engine and transmission overheating. If you have an automatic transmission, you should use “D” when towing a trailer.
When You Are Reddy to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: Start your engine; Shift into a gear; and Release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the traileris clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store thechocks. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this.
Power Winches If you wish to use a power winch on your vehicle, only use it when your vehicle is stationary or anchored. NOTICE: When operating a power winch on your vehiclealways leave the Do not leavean automatic transmission in the neutral position. transmission inP (Park) or a manual transmission in gearor the transmission maybe damaged. Use the regularbrakes, set the parking brake or block the wheels to keep your vehicle from rolling.
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Problems on the Road Section . ...... Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road . Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Other Warning Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Jumpstarting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 TowingYourVehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lights will flash on and off. Press the button in to make your front and rear turn signal lights flash on and off, Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in. To turn off the flashers, pull out on the collar. When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won’t work.
Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the sideof the road about 300 feet (1 00 m) behind your vehicle. Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables tostart your vehicle. But please follow the steps below to do it safely. NOTICE: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn’t be coveredby your warranty.
To Jump Start Your Vehicle: 1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. NOTICE: If the other system isn’t a 12-volt system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other. If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be able to start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems.
5 . Check that the jumper cables don’thave loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. Thevehicles could also be damaged. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you should know. Positive (+) will go to positive (+) and negative (-) will go to negative (-) or a metal engine part. Don’t connect (+) to (-) or you’ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too. 6.
Dead Battery (+) Good Battery (+) 7. Don't let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. 8. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to the good battery's negative (-) terminal. Don't let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative cable doesn't go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery. Heavy Metal Engine Part 9.
10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and runthe engine for a while. 11. Try to start the vehiclewith the dead battery. If it won’t start aftera few tries, it probably needs service. 12. Remove the cablesin reverse order toprevent electrical shorting.Take care that they don’t touch each other orany other metal. Remove Cables In This Order: 2 3 1. Heavy Metal Engine Part 2. Good Battery (-) 3. Good Battery (+) 4.
Towing r o w venrcle Try to have a GM dealer ora professional towing service tow your vehicle. They can provide the right equipment and know how to tow it without damage. If your vehicle has been changed since it was factory-new by adding things like fog lamps, aeroskirting, or special tires and wheels, these things could be damaged during towing. Before you do anything, turn on the hazard warning flashers.
When your vehicle is being towed, have the ignition key off. The steering wheel should be clamped in a straight-ahead position with a clamping device designed for towing service. Do not use the vehicle’s steering column lock for this. The transmission (either automatic ormanual) should be in “N” (Neutral) and the transfer case (eithermanual shift or electronic shift), if you have one, should be in 2 HI. The parking brake should be released.
Towing From the Front NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipmentor front bumper system will be damaged. Use wheel lift or car-carrier equipment. Additional ramping maybe required for car-carrier equipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps. If your vehicle has thefour-wheel drive option, a dollyMUST be used under the rearwheels when towingfrom the front.
Towing From the Rear NOTICE: Do not tow with sling-type equipment or rear bumper system will be damaged. Use wheel liftor car-carrier equipment. Additional ramping may be required for car-carrier equipment. Use safety chains and wheel straps. If your vehicle has the four-wheel drive option, a dolly MUST be used under the frontwheels when towingfrom the rear. Don’t have your vehicle towed on the rear wheels, unless you have to.
Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine I NOTICE: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: Climb a long hill on a hot day. Stop after high speed driving. Idle for long periods in traffic. Tow a trailer. If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, try this for a minute OS so: I . If you have an air conditioner, turn it off. 2.
3 The coolantlevel should be at or above the ADD mark. If it isn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. NOTICE: Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn’t covered by your warranty. If there seems to be no leak, start the engine again. See if the fan speed increases when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down. If it doesn’t,your vehicle needs service. Turn off the engine.
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven’t found aproblem yet, but the coolant level isn’t above at or the ADD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and a proper antifreeze at the coolant recovery tank. (See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for more information about proper the coolant mix.) NOTICE: In cold weather, water can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended coolant.
Turn the pressure capslowly to the left untilit first stops. (Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that tostop. A hiss means there isstill some pressure left. 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap.
5. h t the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off.
6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fan. 7. By this time the coolant level inside the filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper mix through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck. i I 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.
If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blow out” 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 afew tips about what to expect and what to do: If a fronttire fails, the flat tire will create a dragthat pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly.
Flat Tire I I W L Blocked Tire To remove your jack cover, if you have one, turn the plastic wing nut to the left until you can pull it out. Remove the jack cover. To remove the wheel blocks, jack and wheel wrench, turn the wing nut to the left. Pull the wheel blocks, jack and wheel wrench off.
Jacking Equipment Storage 1. Wheel Wrench 2. Bracket 3. Jacking Instructions Tag (Roll and place tag behind the bracket after the tools are installed) 4. Bolt Location (Standard) 5 . Bolt Location (ZR2) 6. Wheel Blocks 7. Nut 8. Rubber Band 9. Jack Position (ZR2) IO.
Jacking Storage Cover 1 . Hub Cap Removal Tool 2. Cover (Extended Cab) 3. Cover (Standard Cab) 4. Hub Cap Removal Tool 5. Bolt NOTE: Restore cover and hub cap removal tool if provided. Spare Tire Your spare tire is stored underneath the rear of your vehicle.
Underbody Carrier I I NOTICE: Never removeor restow a tire f r o d t o a stowage positionunder the vehicle whilethe vehicle issupported by a jack. Always tighten the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle when restowing. I 1 Underbody Spare Tire Mounting 1. Wheel Wrench 2. Hoist Assembly 3. Retainer 4. Spring 5. Tire 6 . Valve Stem (Pointed Down) NOTICE: To help avoid vehicle damage,do not drive vehicle beforecable is restored.
To Remove the Spare Tire 1 sure the chisel end of r - When the tire has been completely lowered, tilt the retainer atthe end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening. Pullthe tire out from under the vehicle.
Changing the Tire Start with the jack, wheel wrench and wheel blocks. Rotate the jackhandle to the right. That will raise the jack lift head a little. I Before you start, block the frontand rear of the tire farthest away from the one' being changed. Then put your spare tire near the flat tire.
Hub Caps And Wheel Nut Caps You will have to take off hub caps or wheel nut caps to reach your wheel nuts. If you have individual wheel nut caps that cover each nut, they must be removed in order to getthe wheel nuts. Use the socket end of the wheel wrench to remove the wheel nut caps. Your wheel nut caps may attach your hub cap to the wheel. Remove these wheel nut caps and retaining ring (if so equipped) beforeyou take off the hub cap.
Some jack storage covers are equipped with a hub cap removal tool. Position hub cap removal tool in notch. Remove the hub cap. I 3 Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Don’t remove them yet.
Jack Locations Position the jack under the vehicle. A. Front Frame Hole B. Rear Frame Hole (ZR2) C. Spring Hanger Hole (Standard Pick-ups) Your vehicle has a hole in the frame near each front wheel, and a hole in the spring hanger near each rear wheel for the jack. Fitthe jack into the hole nearest the flat tire. NOTICE: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall offjack.
Raise the vehicle by rotating the jackhandle to the right. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit. Remove all the wheel nuts. El 5-30 Take off the flat tire.
Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface. Put on the spare tire.
Put the nuts on by hand. Make surethe cone-shaped end is toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. If a nut cari't be turned by hand, use the wheel wrench and see your dealer as soon as possible. 3 Lower the vehicle by rotating the jackhandle to the left. Lower the jack completely.
Tightening Sequence Tightening Wheel Nut Use the wrench to tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a criss-cross sequence as shown. Removethe wheel blocks. Storing The Tirein The Underbody Carrier Put the tireon the ground at the rear of the vehicle, with the valve stem pointed down and to the rear. Pull the retaining bar through the wheel. NOTE: With ZR2 option, springand retainer must be separated to insert through wheel opening.
Storing The Jacking Equipment Return the jack,wheel wrench and wheel blocks to the proper location behind the seat. Secure the items and replace the jackcover. NOTICE: Don’t use the existing hoistto store a tire with an aluminum wheel or it could damage the wheel. Secure the tire in the pickup bed. If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels.
Rocking your vehicle to get it out: First, turn your steering wheel left and right. Thatwill clear the areaaround your front wheels. Then shift back and forth between “R” (Reverse) and a forward gear (or with a manual transmission, between First or Second gear and Reverse), spinning the wheels as little as possible. Release the accelerator pedal while you shift, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear.
NOTICE: Never use the recovery hooks to tow the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damagedand it would not be covered by warranty.
Service & Appearance Care . Section Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This part begins with service and fuel information. and then it shows how to check important fluidand lubricant levels . There is also technical information about your vehicle. and a section devoted to its appearance care . Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 6-3 Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Your GM dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. You’ll get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to get the proper GM Service Manual.
Fuel The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter for your engine. You will find the VIN at the top left of your instrument panel. (See “Vehicle Identification Number” in the Index.) Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane orhigher. With the 4.3L (Code W) engine, use premium unleaded gasoline rated at 91 octane or higher for high power performance, when towing a trailer or with a high payload requirement.
Gasolines for Cleaner Air Your use of gasoline with deposit control additives will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system. That helps keep your engine in tune and your emission control system working properly. It’sgood for your vehicle, and you’ll be doing your part for cleaner air. Many gasolines are now blended with oxygenates. General Motors recommends that you use gasolines with these blending materials, such as MTBE and ethanol.
Filling Your Tank The fuelcap is behind a hinged door on the left sideof your vehicle. While refueling,hang the cap inside the fuel door. To take off the cap, turn it slowly to the left.
Be carefulnot to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline frompainted surfaces as soon as possible. See “Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle” in the Index. NOTICE: If you needa new cap, be sure to get the right type. Your dealer fit or can get onefor you. If you get the wrong type, it may not have proper venting, and your fuel tank and emissions system might be damaged.
Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release. I Lift the hood, release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood. You will have an underhood light that comes on when you lift the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly.
Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to itsretainer. Then just pull the hood down and close it firmly.
Engine Oil Turn off the engine and give the oil few a minutes to drainback into the oil pan. If you don’t, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level. To Check Engine Oil Pull out the dipstickand clean itwith a paper towel or cloth,then push it back in all theway. Remove it again,keeping the tiplower. When to Add Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need to add some oil.But you must use the right kind.This section explains what kind of oil touse.
I NOTICE: Don’t add too much oil. If your engine hasso much oil that the oil level gets above the cross-hatched area that shows the proper operating range, your engine could be damaged. 1 Just fill itenough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range. Push the dipstick all the way back in when you’re through. What Kind of Oil to Use Beginning midyear 1993, oils of the proper quality for your vehicle will be identified with this new “starburst” symbol.
You should alsouse the proper viscosity oil for your vehicle, asshown in the following chart: RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST SAE VISCOSITY GRADE 011 FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE. HOT WEATHER LABELS SAE 1OW-30 SAL 5W-30 PREFERRED COLD WEATHER IF NEITHER SAE 5W-30 NOR SAE 1OW-30 GRADE OILS ARE AVAILABLE, SAE 30 GRADE MAY BE USED AT TEMPERATURES ABOVE 40 DEGREES F ( 4 DEGREES C).
If you cannot find oils with the new “starburst” symbol on the front of the container, you should look for and use oils containing the following three things: SHor SG “SH or SG’ must be on the oil container, either by itself or combined with other quality designations, such as “SWCD,” “SH, SG, CD,” “SG/CD,”etc. These letters show American Petroleum Institute (API) levels of quality. SAE 5W-30 Energy Conserving I1 Oils with these words on the container will help you save fuel.
Engine Oil Additives Don’t add anything toyour oil. Your GM dealer is ready to advise if you think something should be added. When to Change Engine Oil See if any one of these is true foryou: 0 Most trips are less than4 miles (6 km). It’s below freezing outside and most trips are less than 10 miles (16 km). The engine is at low speed most of the time (as i n door-to-door delivery, or in stop-and-go traffic). 0 You tow a trailer often. Most trips are through dusty places.
Used oil can be a real threat to the environment. If you change your own oil, be sure to drain all free-flowing oil from the filter before disposal. Don't ever disposeof oil by putting it in the trash, pouring it on the ground, into sewers, or into streams or bodies of water. Instead, recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil. If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil, ask your dealer, a service station or a local recycling center for help.
While reassembling the air cleaner assembly, ensure that theair cleaner cover tabs are fully inserted into the slots in the air cleaner housing and the PCV air tube is properly seated in the lefthand valve cover. when to replace theair Refer tothe Maintenance Schedule to determine filter. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. NOTICE: If the air cleaneris off, a backfire can causea damaging engine fire. And, dirt can easily get into your engine, which will damage it.
NOTICE: Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission.Too much can mean thatsome of the fluid could come out andfall on hot engine parts or exhaust system, starting a fire. Be sure to get an accurate readingif you check your transmission fluid. I I Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you have been driving: When outside temperatures are above 90°F (32°C). At high speed for quite a while. 0 In heavy traffic - especially in hot weather.
Then, without shuttingoff the engine,follow these steps: 1. Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. 2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and then pull it back out again. 3. Check both sidesof the dipstick,and read thelower level. The fluid level must be in the COLD area for a cold check in orthe HOT area or cross-hatched area for ahot check.
4. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all the way; then flipthe handle down to lock the dipstick in place. How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the COLDarea for acold check or the HOT area for ahot check. It doesn’t take much fluid, generally less than a pint.
NOTICE: Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission. Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system, starting a fire. Be sure to get an accurate readingif you check your transmission fluid. Check the fluid level only when your engine is off, the vehicle is parked on a levelplace and the transmission is cool enough foryou to restyour fingers on the trimmission case. Then, follow these steps: 1. Remove the fillerplug. 2.
Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulicclutch in your vehicle is self-adjusting. A slight amount of play (1/4 inch to 1/2 inch) in the pedal is normal. When to Check and Whatto Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should check the fluid level in your clutch master cylinder reservoir and what to add. See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.
How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants’’ in the Index. Four-wheel Drive Most lubricant checks in this section also apply to four-wheel-drive vehicles. However, they have two additional systems that need lubrication.
How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole. The arrow on the left shows the drain plug location. The arrow on the right shows the filler plug location. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.
If the differential is at operating temperature(warm), add enough lubricant to raisethe level to the bottom of the filler plug hole. If the differential is cold,add enough lubricant to raise the level to 1/2 inch (12 mm) below the filler plug hole. What to use Refer to theMaintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Engine Coolant The following explainsyour cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low.
I NOTICE: If you use an improper coolantmix, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mix can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Some conditions,such as air trapped in the cooling system, can affect the coolant level in the radiator. Check the coolant level when the engine is cold and follow the steps under “Adding Coolant’’ for the proper way to add coolant.
. Add coolant rnix at therecovery tank, but be careful not tO spill it. Radiator PressureCap NOTICE: Your radiator capis a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Be sure the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck. When you replace your radiator pressure cap, aGM cap is recommended. See ‘Service Replacement Part and Filter Recommendations” in the Index.
Thermostat Engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat in the engine coolant system. The thermostat stops the flow of coolant through the radiator until the coolant reaches a preset temperature. When you replace your thermostat, an AC@thermostat is recommended. Power Steering Fluid NOTICE: Always turn the engine off before checking or adding power steering fluid. The power steering cap is close to thefan and other moving parts.
Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick. When the engine compartment is hot, the level should be at the “HOT” mark. When the engine compartment is cool, the level should be at the “FULL COLD” mark. What to Add Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants’’ in the Index. NOTICE: When adding power steering fluid or making a complete fluid to use the proper change, always use the proper fluid.
Windshield Washer Fluid To Add Open the cap labeled “WASHER FLUID ONLY.” Add washer fluid until the bottleis full. NOTICE: When usingconcentrated washer fluid, followthe manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freezeand damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also,water doesn’t cleanas well as washer fluid. Fill your washer fluid tank only 3/4 full whenit’s very cold.
Brakes Brake Master Cy/incier Your brake master cylinder is here.It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. There areonly two reasons why the brake fluid levelin your master cylinder might go down. The firstis that the brake fluid goes down toan acceptable level duringnormal brake lining wear. When new linings are put in, the fluid level goes back up. The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system.
To Check Brake Fluid You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap. Just look at the windows on the brake fluid reservoir. The fluid levels should be above “MIN.” If they aren’t, have your brake system checked to see if there is a leak. After work is done on the brake hydraulic system, make sure the levels are above “MIN” and below the top of each window. What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid - such as Delco Supreme II@(GM Part No.1052535).
Brake Wear Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Disc brakepads have built-in wear indicators that make high-pitched a warning sound when the brakepads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or beheard all thetime your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal..firmly). NOTICE: Continuing to drive withworn-out brake pads could resultin costly brake repair.
Replacing Brake SystemParts The braking system on a modern 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. Vehicles we design and test have top-quality GM brake parts in them, asyour vehicle does when it isnew. When you replace parts of your braking system -for example,when your brake linings wear down and you have to have new ones put in -be sure you get new genuine GM replacement parts.
Fluid Leak Check After the vehicle has been parked for awhile, inspect the surface under the vehicle for water, oil, fuel or other fluids. Water dripping from the air conditioning system after it has been used is normal. If you notice fuel leaks or fumes, thecauses should be foundand corrected at once. Bulb Replacement Before YOU replace any bulbs, be sure that all the lights are off and the engine isn’t running.
Composite Headlights 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the screws at thetop of the radiator support. 3. Pull the headlight lens assembly out. 4. Unplug the electrical connector. 5. Turn the bulb to the left to remove it.
6. Put the new bulb into the headlight lens assembly and turn it to the right until it is tight. 7. Plug in the electrical connector. 8. Put the headlight lens assembly back into the vehicle. Install and tighten the screws. Sealed Beam Headlights > : i 1. Remove the screws from the headlight retainer. 2. Pull the headlight out and remove the retainer. 3. Unplug and remove the headlight. 4. Plug in the new headlight and put it in place. 5 .
Front ParkfTurn Signal Lights (Composite and Sealed Beam) If you have fog lamps, the fog lamp bracket must be removed before you can replace the front park/turn signal lights. 1. Reach under the bumper and behind the parkinghrn signal light assembly. 2. Turn the socket to the left and pull it out. 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 4. Push the new bulb into the socket. 5. Put the socket back into the parkinghrn signal light assembly and turn it to the right until it locks in place.
Rear Lights 1. Open the tailgate. 2. Remove the light assembly screws near the tailgate latch and pull out the light assembly. 3. Pull the light assembly away from the pickup side panel. 4. Turn the socket to the left toremove it. Push the tab in while you turn the socket. 5. Pull the bulb out. 6. Push the new bulb into the socket. 7. Put the socket into the light assembly and turn the socket to theright until it locks in place. 8. Replace the light assembly. Install and tighten the screws. 9.
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) 1. Remove the CHMSL lens retaining screws. 2. Remove the CHMSL iens. I I CHMSL lens. Install and tighten the screws.
Other Maintenance Items Front Suspension and Steering Linkage Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determinehow often to lubricate the fittings and what type of lubricant to use. Front Wheel Bearings(Two- Wheel Drive) If your vehicle is two-wheel drive, it has wheel bearings that must be cleaned and repacked. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often this must be done.
To Remove the Old Wiper Blade: Lift the wiper arm until it locks into a vertical position. 1. Blade Assembly 2. Arm Assembly 3. Locking Tab 4. Blade Pivot 5. Hook Slot 6. Arm Hook Press down on the blade assembly pivot locking tab. Pull down on the blade assembly to release it from the wiper arm hook . Remove the insert from the blade assembly. The insert has two notches at one end that are locked by bottom claws of the blade assembly. At the notched end, pull the insert from the blade assembly.
To Install the NewWiper Blade: 0 Slide the insert (notchedend last) into the blade claws atend “A”. Plastic capswill be forced off as the insert is fully inserted. 1 1. End ”A” 2. End ”B” 3. Retaining Caps 4.
0 Be sure that the notches are locked by the bottom claws. Make sure that all other claws areproperly locked on both sides of the insert slots. 2 3 . t I 1. Claw in Notch 2. Correct Installation 3. Incorrect Installation Put the blade assembly pivot in the wiper arm hook. Pull up until the pivot locking tab locks in the hook slot. Carefully lower the wiper arm and blade assembly onto the windshield.
Lubrication Accelerator Control System Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often the accelerator linkage pivot points must be lubricated and what type of lubricant to use. Accelerator cables and cruise control cables should not be lubricated. Any cables that are worn or are hard to pull should be replaced. When cleaning the engine compartment with water or steam,avoid directing the flow onto the throttle linkage in a manner that would cause moisture to enter the cables.
Lock Cylinders To be sure your locks operate properly, they must be lubricated. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determinehow often to lubricate them and what type of lubricant to use. You should not use penetrating oils because they could wash out the factory installed lubricant and cause the lock to bind. De-icers which contain alcohol could also wash away the lubricant, so be sure to lubricate the lock after using a de-icer of this type.
Engine Control Module System This system has an oxygen (02) sensor that helps keep your engine’s air-fuel mixture at a proper level. Use only unleaded fuel in your vehicle. If you use leaded fuel, you could damage your oxygen (02) sensor and affect your vehicle’s emissions. Loading Your Vehicle The CertificatiodTirelabel is found on the driver’s door lock pillar. The label shows the size of your original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle.
Using heavier suspension components to get added durability might not change your weight ratings. Ask your dealer to help you load your vehicle the right way. NOTICE: Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of overloading. If you put things inside your vehicle - like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else - they will go as fast as the vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they’ll keep going. .
Payload The Payload Capacity is shown on the CertificatiodTire label. This is the maximum load capacity that your vehicle can carry. Be sure to include the weight of the people inside aspart of your load. If you added any accessories orequipment after your vehicle left the factory, remember to subtract the weight of these thingsfrom the payload. Your dealer can help you with this.
Truck-Camper Loading Information Open your glove box and look for this label: This labelwill tell you if your vehicle can carry a slide-in camper, how much of a load your vehicle can carry, and how to spread out your load the right way. Also, it will help you match the right slide-in camper to your vehicle.
Truck Loading Information 1. Recommended location for cargo centerof gravity for cargo weight rating. Refer to Truck Camper Loading Information label in the glove box for “A”and “B” dimensions. 0 Use rear edge of load floor for measurement purposes Example of Proper Truckand Camper Match 1. Camper center of gravity 2 . Recommended center of gravity location zone The camper’s center of gravity should fall within the center of gravity zone for your vehicle’s cargo load.
You must weigh any accessories, trailer hitches or otherequipment you add to your vehicle. Then, subtract this extra weight from the CWR. This extra weight may shorten the center of gravity zone for your vehicle. Your dealer can help you with this. If your slide-in camper and its load weigh less than the CWR, the center of gravity zone for your vehicle may be larger. Your dealer can help you make a good vehicle-camper match. He’ll also help you determine your CWR.
Tires We don’t make tires. Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. These tires are warranted by the tire manufacturers and their warranties are delivered with every new vehicle. If your spare tire is a different brand than your road tires, you will have a tire warranty folder from each of these manufacturers.
Inflation - Tire Pressure The Certification/Tire label which is on the driver’s door lock pillar, 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 a mile. NOTICE: Don’t let anyone tellyou that underinflationor overinflation is all right. It’s not.
When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Also, check the tire pressure of the spare tire. How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. Simply looking at the tires will not tell you the pressure, especially if you have radial tires - which may look properly inflated even if they’re underinflated. If your tires have valve caps,be sure to put them back on. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirtand moisture.
Tire Inspection and Rotation To make your tires last longer, have them inspected and rotated at the mileages recommended in the Maintenance Schedule. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. Use this rotation pattern. The four wheel rotation is for aluminum wheels only. The five wheel rotation is for steel wheels only. If your vehicle has front tires with different load ratings or tread designs (such as all season vs. on/off road) than the rear tires, don’t rotate your tires front to rear.
When /t’s 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 2/32 inch ( I .6 mm) or less of tread remaining. You need a new tire if: 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. 0 The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut orsnagged deep enough to show cord or fabric. The tire has a bump, bulge or split.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States.) 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.
Temperature - A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and itsability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure tohave the right wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for your GM model. NOTICE: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odometer calibration, headlightaim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire or tire chain clearance to thebody and chassis.
Tire Chains NOTICE: If your vehicle has P235/75R15 or 3lxl0.50R15LT/C size tires, don’t use tire chains; they can damage your vehicle. If’you have other size tires, use tire chains only where legal and only when youmust. Use onlySAE Class “S” type chains that are the propersize for your tires. Install them on the drive axle tires (four-wheel-drive vehicles can use chains on both axles) and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened.
Never use these to clean your vehicle: Gasoline Benzene Naphtha Carbon Tetrachloride 0 Acetone Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous - some more than others - and they can all damage your vehicle, too. Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: Alcohol Laundry Soap 0 Bleach Reducing Agents C/eaning the lnside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt.
Using Foam-Type Cleaner on Fabric Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt. 0 Always clean a whole trim panel or section. Mask surrounding trim along stitch orwelt lines. 0 Mix Multi-Purpose Powdered Cleaner following the directions on the container label. Use suds only and apply with a clean sponge. Don’t saturate the material. Don’t rub it roughly. As soon as you’ve cleaned the section, use a sponge to remove the suds. 0 Rinse the section with a clean, wet sponge.
Fabric Protection Your vehicle has upholstery and carpet that has been treated with Scotchgard Fabric Protector, a 3M product. Scotchgard protects fabrics by repelling oil and water, which are the carriers of most stains. Even with this protection, you still need to clean your upholstery and carpet often to keep it looking new. TM TM Further information on cleaning is available by calling 1-800-433-3296 (in Minnesota, 1-800-642-6 167).
Cleaning Vinyl Use warmwater and a clean cloth. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You may have to do it more than once. 0 Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth and a solvent-type vinyl cleaner. Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap. For stubborn stains, use a mild solution of 10%isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol) and 90% water.
Glass Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner(GM Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films. Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may cause scratches. Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window, since they may have to be scraped off later.
Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer. (See “Appearance Care and Materials” in the Index.) Your vehicle has a “basecoat/clearcoat” paint finish. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that are non-abrasive and made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish.
White Side wall Tires Your GM dealer has a GM White Sidewall Tire Cleaner. You can use a stiff brush with the cleaner. Weatherstrips Silicone greaseon weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months. During very cold, damp weather more frequent application may be required. (See “Recommended Fluids & Lubricants” in the Index.
Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, accelerated corrosion (rust)can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floorpan, and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. At least every spring, flush thesematerials from the underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mud and other debriscan collect.
PART NUMBER 1050427 SIZE USAGE DESCRIPTION 23 oz. (0.680L) Glass Cleaner Glass cleaning and spot cleaning on vinyls 1050429 6 Ibs. (2.72 kg) Multi-Purpose Powder Cleaner 1050729 8 oz. (0.237L) Vinyl Top Cleaner 1051055 16 oz. (0.473L) Preservatone 8 oz. (0.237L) Spot Lifter Cleans vinyl and cloth on door trim, seats, and carpet-also tires and mats Cleaning of vinyl tops Vinyl top dressing 1051398 1052870 1050201 16 oz. (0.473L) Wash-Wax (cone.) 16 oz. (0.
Engine Identification The eighth character in your VIN is the engine code. This codewill help you identify your engine, specifications,and replacement parts. I I n 2 5 w E F ~n mm w -6-69 I .
Service Parts Identification Label You’ll find this label on the inside of the glove box. WHEELBASE OPTIONCONTENT K19 K64 L C 3M X 1M 3 1 NA5 NE1 O M X V K 3 VC2 V Y 1V Y 4V 7 3 66J 62L 62U 67D 671 679 7BJ 8HJ 9HJ Y 1 9 ZJ7 7PAINTTECHNOLOGY ORDER NUMBER EXTERIOR COLORS It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label is: 0 your VIN, the model designation, paint information, and a list of all production options and special equipment.
Headlights The headlight wiring is protected by a circuitbreaker in the light switch. An electrical overload will cause the lights to go on and off, or in some cases to remain off. If this happens,have your headlight wiring checked right away. Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuitbreaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats dueto heavy snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem and not snow, etc.
Fuse Block The fuse block is in the instrument panel on the driver’s side. Remove the cover by turning the fastener to the left. Then you can remove fuses with a fuse extractor. Be sure to use the correct fuse. Spare fusesare provided, however if you ever have a problem on the road and don’t have a spare fuse,you can “borrow” one of the correct value. Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without-like the radio or cigarettelighter-and use its fuse, if it is of the value you need.
Capacities and Specification Charts 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 contactyour GM truck dealer. Engine Identification 4.3L V6 W 2.
Crankcase Capacity ENGINE VIN 2.2L 4 4.3L z 4.3L w QUANTITY WITH FILTER” 4.5 Quarts (4.3 Liters) 4.5 Quarts (4.3 Liters) 4.5 Quarts (4.3 Liters) QUANTITY WITHOUTFILTER* 4 Quarts (3.8 Liters) 4 Quarts (3.8 Liters) 4 Quarts (3.8 Liters) *All quantities are approximate. After refill, the level MUST be rechecked. Fuel Tank Capacity QUANTITY* TYPE Standard Tank 20 Gallons (76 Liters) *All quantities are approximate. Lamp and Bulb Data QUANTITY TRADE NO.
INTERIOR Ash Tray Lamp 1 161 Courtesy Lamp 2 906 211-2 Dome Lamp Four-wheel Drive Indicator 161 Heater & N C Control 37 Instrument PanelCompartment Lamp Rearview Mirror Lamps 2 1003 2 12-2 Sunshade Vanity Mirror Lamps 4 74 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LAMPS NOTE: A PC part number indicates that the bulb and base are one assembly and must be replaced as such. LAMPS QUANTITY TRADE NO.
30 A mrPWR WDO 1 D 20 A PWR] ACCY Fuses and Circuit Breakers FUSE/CIRCUIT BREAKER A B 1 NAME CIRCUITS PROTECTED PWR ACCY Power Door Locks PWR WDO Power Windows STOP/HAZ 2 HORN/DM 3 T/L CTSY 4 GAUGES Stop Lamps, Hazard Lamps, Chime Module Dome Lamp, Lighted Visor Mirror, Glove Box Lamp, Horn, UP Courtesy Lamps, Power Mirrors Electric Shift Transfer Case Module, Park Lamps, License PlateLamps Auto Transmission, Alternator Field, Variable Throttle Control,A/C Compressor, Cluster, Chime Module
FUSE/CIRCUIT BREAKER 6 NAME HTR A/C PWR AUX CIRCUITS PROTECTED Blower Motor, Temperature Door Motor Pwr Auxiliary Outlets (NOT USED) ECM BATT EngineComputer(Battery), ABS Battery, Fuel Pump Engine Computer (Ignition), Injectors, Engine Sensors Radio, Inside Rearview Mirror Map Lamps 10 ECM IGN 11 RADIO 12 (NOT USED) 13 14 RDO/BATT 15 DRL 16 17 TURN BTU WIPER Windshield Washer, Windshield Wiper Motor 18 BRAKE 19 20 21 22 23 24 4 WD Speedometer, Anti-lock Braking System, CruiseControl F
Service Replacement Part and Filter Recommendations Oil Filter 2.2L (4) PF47 4.3L (Z) PF52 Air Cleaner Filter A1 163C A773C 4.3L (W) PF52 AI 163C PCV Valve cv9ooc CV789C cv774c Spark Plugs* AC908 .CR43TSM .CR43TSM Fuel Filter GF48 1 GF48 1 GF48 1 Radiator Cap RC36 RC36 RC36 Engine (VIN) *Use copper-cored resistor type spark plugs. Air Conditioning Refrigerants Not all air conditioningrefrigerants are the same.
Scheduled Maintenance Services Section This section covers themaintenance required for your vehicle . Your vehicle needs these servicesto retain itssafety. dependability. and emission control performance . A Word About Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 7-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ............................. Scheduled Maintenance Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3 Selecting The Proper Maintenance Schedule .
A Word About Maintenance We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather. You may use your vehicle in making deliveries. Or you may drive it to work, to do errands,or in many other ways. Because of all the different ways people use their GM vehicles, maintenance needs vary.
maintenance receipts. They may be needed to qualifyyour vehicle for warranty repairs. Scheduled Maintenance Services This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them.Your GM dealerknows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. If you go to your dealer forall your service needs, you’ll know that GM-trained and supported servicepeople will perform the work using genuine GM parts.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE1 * An Emission Control Service ** See “Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index $ The California Air Resources Board has determined that thefailure to perform this maintenance itemwill not nullify the emission warranty or limitrecall liability prior to the completion of vehicle useful life, General Motors, however, urges that all recommended maintenance services be performedat the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE / (continued)
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE11 Item No. Service Miles (000) 7.5 Kilometers (000) 1 Engine Oil Change*-Every 12 Months, or Oil Filter Change*-Every 12 Months, or 2 Chassis Lubrication-Every 12 Months,or o 60 52.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 37.5 50 62.5 75 87.5 100 25 12.5 . . . . 0 0 o . . . . . 0 0 . 3 Cooling System Service* . . . . 0 0 -Every 24 Months or 13 Tire and Wheel Rotation 0 14 Drive Axle Service o . . 0 0 0 . . . . .
Explanation Of Scheduled Maintenance Services Below are explanationsof the services listed in the maintenance charts. The proper fluidsand lubricants to use are listed in this section. Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these. All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle. 1 . ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER CHANGE”- ALWAYS USE API SERVICE SH OR SG ENERGY CONSERVING I1 OILS OF THE PROPER VISCOSITY.
6. TRANSMISSION SERVICE: Automatic Transmission- Change the transmission fluid and filter every 15,000 miles (25 000 km)if the vehicle is mainly driven under one ormore of these conditions: 0 In heavy city traffic. e Where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher. 0 In hilly or mountainous terrain. e Frequent trailer pulling. 0 Uses such as taxi, police, delivery or other commercial service.
11. FUEL TANK, CAP AND LINES INSPECTION*$ (4.3L only)Inspect the fuel tank, capand lines fordamage or leaks. Remove fuel cap, inspect gasket foran even filler neck imprint, and any damage. Replace parts as needed. 12. ENGINE ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT INSPECTION*$ - Inspect belt. Look for cracks, fraying,wear, and proper tension.Adjust or replace as needed. 13.
Steering Column Lock Operation -While parked,try to turn the key to LOCK in each gear shift position. 0 With an automatic transmission, thekey should turn to LOCK only when the gear shift is in “P” (Park). 0 With manual shift, thekey should turn to LOCK only when you’re in “R’ (Reverse). On vehicles with a key release lever, try to turn the key to LOCK without pressing thelever. The key should turn to LOCK only with the key lever depressed. On all vehicles, thekey should come out only in LOCK.
Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice ayear (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your GM dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Steering and Suspension Inspection-{- Inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of wear or lack of lubrication.
Recommended Fluids& Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your GM Dealer. USAGE Engine Oil FLUIDLUBRICANT API service SH or SG Energy Conserving I1 oils of the proper viscosity. The “SH” or “SG”designation may be shown alone or in combination with others, such as “SH/CD”, or “SH, SG, CD,” or “SGKD”, etc. To determine the preferred viscosity oil for your vehicle’s engine (e.g. SAE5W-30). See “Engine Oil” in the Index.
USAGE Column Shift, Transfer Case Shift Lever, Propeller ShaftSlip Splines and Universal Joints. Clutch Linkage.Pushrod to clutch fork joint. FLUID/LUBRICANT Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI Grade 2, Catagory LB or GC-LB (GM Part No. 1052497). Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGl Grade 2, Catagory LB or GC-LB (GM Part No. I 052497). Hood Latch Assembly: a. Pivots and spring anchor a. Engine oil (GM Part No. 1050109). b. Release Pawl b.
Maintenance Record After each of the preceding Scheduled Maintenance Services is performed, record the date, odometer reading, services performed (list item numbers) and who performed the services in the appropriatecolumn. In addition, retain copies of your receipts. It is suggested that receipts be kept with your Owner’s Manual.
Service Station Checks It is important for you or aservice station attendant to perform these under-hood checks at each fuel fill. Check the engine oil level and add if necessary. Check the engine coolant level and add if necessary. 0 Check the windshield washer fluid level and add if necessary. See the Index under these items for information on how to check them.
Hood Release Lever See Page 6-6. \ Ren Oil Filter See Page6-1 3. - Windshield Washer Fluid See Page 6-28. Power Steering Reservoir See Page 6-26. ' / Clutch FluidReservoir See Page 6-20. / Brake FluidReservoir See Page 6-29. Spare Tire Pressure See Page 6-45. I / Battery The Delco Freedom batten/ needs no water. See Page 6-32. ,Cooling System Check and add coolant only at the coolant recovery tank. See Page 6-23. \Engine Oil \see Page 6-9Transmission Fluid Automatic: See Page 6-1 5.
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Customer Assistance Information Section Here you will find out how to contact GMC Truck if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. Customer Satisfaction Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2 Customer Assistance for the Hearing or Speech Impaired (TDD) . . . . . 8-3 GM Participation in BBB AUTO LINE - Alternative Dispute Resolution Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and GMC Truck. Normally, any concern 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.
equipment and personnel. That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern. Customer Assistance forthe Hearing or Speech Impaired(TDD) To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, GMC Truck has installed special TDD (Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its Customer Assistance Center.
To file a claim, you will be asked to provide your name and address, your vehicle identification number (VIN), and a statement of the nature of your complaint, Eligibility is limited by vehicle age and mileage, and other factors. We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction Procedure before you resort to AUTO LINE, but you may contact the BBB at any time. The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint by serving as an intermediary between you and GMC Truck.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADlAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to: Transport Canada, Box 8880 Ottawa, OntarioKl G 3J2 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA (or TransportCanada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us.
Roadside Assistance GMC Truck’s Roadside Assistance provides stranded owners with over-the-phone roadside repairs or towing service for disabled vehicles. This servicecombines the efforts of technically trained telephone representatives with a network of GMC Truck’s dealer services. Just dial GMC Truck Roadside Assistance at I-800-GMC TRUCK (1-800-462-8782, Roadside Assistance prompt) to reach a qualified representative who can assist you in repair or arrange a tow.
0 The Commitment Plus Courtesy Transportation Program is not part of the BUMPER TO BUMPER Limited Warranty. GMC Truck reserves the right to make any changes or discontinue theCourtesy Transportation Program at any time without notification. For additional program details contactyour GMC Truck dealer. Note: Becauseof insurance liability considerations, age restrictions exist in somestates when loaning dealer owned vehicles or obtaining vehicles from rental establishments. See your dealer for details.
What You’ll Find in the Index: 0 A list of all PSP’s published by GMC Truck in a model year. PSP’s covering all models of GMC light trucks are listed in the same index. e Ordering information so you can buy the specific PSP’s you may want. 0 Price information for the PSP’s you may want to buy. How You Can Get an Index: Indexes are published periodically. Most of the PSP’s which could potentially apply to the most recent GMC Truck models will be listed in the most recent publication for that model year.
1994 SERVICEPUBLICATIONS ORDERINGINFORMATION You can get manuals that tell how to operate and service your vehicle. To order them, fill out the order form on the next page and send it to theaddressbelow. GMC Truck Service Publications Post Office Box 436006 Pontiac,MI48343 If you have questions or would like to order using your credit card, call us TOLLFREE at 1-800-627-5699.
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Index A Accessory Power Outlets .......................................... 2-51 Aircleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14 Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34. 642 Fanswitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 3-5 FunctionKnob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brakes (continued) Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 In Emergencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8 Break-In.NewVehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-33 Replacement Chart . . .
Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-47. 2.64 Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-47.2.62. 2.64 DomeLight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-48 Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine (continued) Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RunningWhileParked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Equipment,Add-on ............................................. Exhaustsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-58 Coolant Temperature Gage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-60 FuelGage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-66 Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.526.5.7 Oil Pressure Gage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
L Labels Certification/Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-45. 6.52 Truck-Camper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-48 Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-45 Brake System Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-59,4-16 Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
0 Odometer ................................................. 2.526.,57 Off-Road Driving (See “Driving”) Off-RoadRecovery .............................................. Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Additives .................................................... Disposalofused .............................................. Pressure Gage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Belts (continued) LargeChildren ............................................... 1-30 Properwear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12 1-11 Questions & Answers .......................................... Reminder Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12 Replacing After a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tires(continued) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-27 Hub Caps and Wheel Nut Caps Inspection and Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-54 Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-45. 6-48 New . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
W Warning Devices.Other ................................................ 5-3 5-2 Hazard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-58 Lights. Gages and Indicators ..................................... Wheels 6-57 Alignment and Tire Balance ..................................... Aluminum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-65 Hub Caps and Wheel Nut Caps .....................
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