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i 2002 GMC Sonoma Owner ’ s Manual Litho in U.S.A. Copyright General Motors Corporation 06/28/01 Part Number X2208 A First Edition All Rights Reserved[...]

ii GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, GMC, the GMC T ruck Emblem and the name SONOMA are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. W e reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “[...]

iii How to Use this Manual Many people read their owne r ’ s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickl y . Safety W arnings and Symbols [...]

iv V ehicle Damage W arnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty , and it could be costly . But the notice will tell you what to[...]

v These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle:[...]

vi Model Reference This manual covers these models: Regular Cab Pickup Extended Cab Pickup Crew Cab[...]

1- 1-1 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly . Y ou can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. 1 - 2 Seats and Seat Controls 1 - 1 1 Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone 1 - 15 Here Are Questions Many Peop[...]

1-2 Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats -- how to adjust them, and fold them up and down. CAUTION: Y ou can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you don’t want to. Adjust the[...]

1-3 Manual Lumbar Support (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this feature, there will be a knob located on the outboard side of the driver ’ s seat. T urn the knob counterclockwise to increase lumbar support and clockwise to decrease lumbar support. Power Seats (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this feature, there will be a control on the outboard[...]

1-4 Horizontal Control: Raise or lower the front of the seat by raising or lowering the forward edge of the control. Raise or lower the rear of the seat by raising or lowering the rear edge of the control. Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the whole control toward the front or the rear of the vehicle. Moving the whole control up or down r[...]

1-5 Memory Seat (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this feature, the control, located on the outboard side of the driver ’ s seat, looks like this. Use this memory function to save your seat cushion and seatback settings by using the following procedure: 1. Adjust the driver ’ s seat to a safe and comfortable driving position. 2. Press the SET b[...]

1-6 Heated Front Seats (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this feature, the controls are located on the outboard side of the front seats. This feature will quickly heat the seat cushion and lower back of the driver ’ s and front passenger ’ s seats for added comfort. Press the lower part of the control to turn the heater on low . Press the upper[...]

1-7 But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re r eclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job because it won’t be against your body . Instead, it will [...]

1-8 Head Restraints Head restraints are fixed on some models and adjustable on others. Slide an adjustable head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. Seatback Latches (Regular or Extended Cab Only) The front seatback folds forward to le[...]

1-9 T o return the seatback to the upright position, push the seatback all the way back until the latch catches. If the seatback was reclined before being folded forward, it will return to the reclined position. CAUTION: If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting th[...]

1-10 Jump Seat (Extended Cab Models) Y our extended cab pickup has a jump seat in the rear area. T o fold the jump seat down, pull down on the pull tab on the bottom of the seat until the seat is in place, then move the seatback to a vertical position. T o store the seat, fold the seatback down on the cushion, then push the entire seat up until it [...]

1-1 1 Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly . It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. And it explains the air bag system. CAUTION: Don’t let anyone ride where he or she can’t wear a safety belt properly . If you are in a crash and you’re not wearing a[...]

1-12 Y our vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. See “Safety Belt Reminder Light” in the Index. In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’ s why: They work. Y ou never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are[...]

1-13 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop.[...]

1-14 The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... or the instrument panel ...[...]

1-15 or the safety belts! W ith safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. Y ou get more time to stop. Y ou stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’ s why safety belts make such good sense. Here Ar e Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers Q: W on’t I be trapped in the vehicle after [...]

1-16 Q: If I’m a good driver , and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? A: Y ou 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 acciden[...]

1-17 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly . If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly . 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch pla[...]

1-18 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt shoul[...]

1-19 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way . CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury . The shoulder belt should fit against your body .[...]

1-20 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be ther e, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt i[...]

1-21 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury . Also, the belt would apply t[...]

1-22 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The belt is twisted across the body . CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact for ces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly , or ask your dealer to fix it.[...]

1-23 T o unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way . Before you close the door , be sure the belt is out of the way . If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupa[...]

1-24 The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother . When a safety belt is worn properly , it’ s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly . Right Front Passenger Position T o learn how to wear the right front passenger ?[...]

1-25 CAUTION: Air bags inflate with great for ce, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with air bags. The driver should sit as far[...]

1-26 There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See “Air Bag Readiness Light” in the Index for more information. How the Air Bag System W orks Where ar e the air bags? The dri[...]

1-27 The right front passenger ’ s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger ’ s side. CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing sever e injury or even death. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear . Don’t put any[...]

1-28 When should an air bag inflate? An air bag is designed to inflate in a moderate to severe frontal or near - frontal crash. The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’ s designed “threshold level.” If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn’t move or deform, the threshold level is about 9 to 16 mph ([...]

1-29 What will you see after an air bag inflates? After an air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated. Some components of the air bag module -- the steering wheel hub for the driver ’ s air bag, or the instrument panel for the right front passenger ’ s bag -- will be hot for a sh[...]

1-30 Y our vehicle is equipped with a diagnostic module, which records information about the air bag system. The module records information about the readiness of the system, when the system commands air bag inflation and driver ’ s safety belt usage at deployment. Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag system. Improper service can m[...]

1-31 Infant. An infant (less than 1 year old) must ride in the fr ont seat because: my vehicle has no r ear seat; my vehicle has a r ear seat too small to accommodate a r ear - facing infant seat; or the infant has a medical condition which, accor ding to the infant’ s physician, makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the fr ont seat so tha[...]

1-32 T o turn off the right front passenger ’ s air bag, insert your ignition key into the switch, push in, and move the switch to AIR BAG OFF . The AIR BAG OFF light will come on to let you know that the right front passenger ’ s air bag is of f. The right front passenger ’ s air bag will remain off until you turn it back on again, and the A[...]

1-33 T o turn the right front passenger ’ s air bag on again, insert your ignition key into the switch, push in, and move the switch to the on position. Servicing Y our Air Bag-Equipped V ehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle. Y ou don’t want the s[...]

1-34 Adding Equipment to Y our Air Bag-Equipped V ehicle Q: If I add a push bumper or a bicycle rack to the front of my vehicle, will it keep the air bags from working pr operly? A: As long as the push bumper or bicycle rack is attached to your vehicle so that the vehicle’ s basic structure isn’t changed, it’ s not likely to keep the air bags[...]

1-35 When you sit in a center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor . T o make the belt longer , tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. T o make the belt shorter , pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap - shoulder belt. If the [...]

1-36 Rear Seat Passengers (Extended Cab Jump Seats) Lap Belt These are reserve seating positions equipped with lap belts only . (If your extended cab pickup has the optional side access panel, there’ s only one reserve seating position.) It’ s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in[...]

1-37 T o make it shorter , pull the belt as shown until it is snug. Buckle and position it the same way as the lap part of the driver ’ s safety belt. See “Driver Position” in the Index. 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. T o unlatch the belt, j[...]

1-38 Lap - Shoulder Belt (Cr ew Cab) The positions next to the windows have lap - shoulder belts. Here’ s how to wear one properly . 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly . If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock[...]

1-39 3. T o make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the bel[...]

1-40 CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury . The shoulder belt should fit against your body . T o unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other childr[...]

1-41 CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much -- until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12 - lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240[...]

1-42 CAUTION: Children who ar e up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap - shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children, but not for young childr en and infants. Neither the vehicle’ s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them[...]

1-43 CAUTION: Newborn infants need complete support, including support for the head and neck. This is necessary because a newborn infant’ s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body . In a crash, an infant in a rear - facing seat settles into the restraint, so the crash forces can be distributed acr oss the stron[...]

1-44 Restraint Systems for Children An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface. Make sure that the infant’ s head rests toward the center of the vehicle. A rear - facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating[...]

1-45 A forward - facing child seat (C - E) provides restraint for the child’ s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T - shaped or shelf - like shields. A booster seat (F - G) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’ s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner , and s[...]

1-46 Q: How do child restraints work? A: A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built - in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add - on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’ s owner . For many years[...]

1-47 Where to Put the Restraint (Regular Cab and Extended Cab Pickup) The child restraint must be secured properly in the right front passenger seat. If you want to secure a rear - facing child restraint in the right front passenger ’ s seat, turn of f the passenger ’ s air bag. See “Air Bag Off Switch” and “Securing a Child Restraint in [...]

1-48 Here’ s why: CAUTION: A child riding in a rear - facing child restraint can be seriously injur ed or killed if the right front passenger’ s air bag inflates. This is because the back of the rear - facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. Always secure a rear - facing child restraint in a rear seat. Y ou may secu[...]

1-49 In Canada, the law requires that forward - facing child restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored. In the United States, some child restraints also have a top strap. If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points. Be sure to use an anchor point locate[...]

1-50 Anchor points for the top strap in a regular or extended cab are located behind the front seat. The anchor points for the rear seat child restraint positions in the Crew Cab are located on the back wall behind the rear seat.[...]

1-51 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position (Crew Cab Models) Y ou’ll be using the lap - shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say . 1. Pu[...]

1-52 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 5. T o tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward - facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tig[...]

1-53 T o remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’ s safety belt and let it go back all the way . The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger . Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position (Regular Cab & Extended Cab Models) and in the Center Rear Seat Positio[...]

1-54 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Y our vehicle has a passenger air bag. If your vehicle is a regular cab pickup or an extended cab pickup, there’ s a switch on the instrument panel that you can use to turn off the right front passenger’ s air bag when you want to secure a rear - facing child restraint at the righ[...]

1-55 CAUTION: A child in a rear - facing child restraint can be seriously injur ed or killed if the right front passenger’ s air bag inflates. This is because the back of the rear - facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. If your vehicle is a crew cab, do not use a r ear - facing child restraint in the right fr ont pa[...]

1-56 Y ou’ll be using the lap - shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say . 1. Y our vehicle has a right front passenger ’ s air bag. If your vehicle is a r[...]

1-57 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6. T o tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward - facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tig[...]

1-58 T o remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’ s safety belt and let it go back all the way . The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger . If you were using a rear - facing child restraint in a regular cab model or extended cab model, turn on the right front passenger ’ s [...]

1-59 Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’ s safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap - shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts? A: If possible, an older c[...]

1-60 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two childr en are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spr ead the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injur ed. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. Q: What if a child is wearing a lap - shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulde[...]

1-61 CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap - shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way , in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’ s force would then be applied right on the child’ s abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. Wh[...]

1-62 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’ s safety belt will fasten around 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 coat you will wear , so the extender will be long enough for you. The extender will be just for [...]

1-63 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary . But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new parts. If you ever see a label on the driver ’ s or the right front passenger ’ s saf[...]

2- 2-1 Section 2 Featu r es and Cont r ols Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on 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. 2 - 2 W indows 2 - 5 [...]

2-2 Windows CAUTION: Leaving childr en in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. A child can be over come by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat str oke. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather .[...]

2-3 Manual Windows T urn the hand crank on each door to raise or lower your manual side door windows. Power W indows (If Equipped) If you have power windows, the controls are located on each of the side doors. W ith power windows, the switches operate the windows when the ignition is on, in ACCESSOR Y , or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is act[...]

2-4 Swing-Out Windows (Extended Cab) T o open a rear swing - out window , pull the latch toward the front of the vehicle and then push the latch out and rearward. When you close the window , be sure the latch engages. Sliding Rear Window (If Equipped) Squeeze the latch in the center of the window and slide the glass to open it. When you close the w[...]

2-5 Keys CAUTION: Leaving childr en in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many r easons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.[...]

2-6 This vehicle has one double - sided key for the ignition and door locks. It will fit with either side up. When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer provides the owner with a pair of identical keys and a key code number . The key code number tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys. Keep this number in a safe place. If[...]

2-7 Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers -- especially childr en -- can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle won’t open it. Y ou increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked. So, wear safety belts properly and lock the[...]

2-8 Power Door Locks (If Equipped) If your vehicle has power door locks, the switch is located on the armrest. Remove the ignition key and press LOCK to lock all the doors at once. T o unlock the doors, press the raised area next to the key symbol. Programmable Automatic Door Locks (If Equipped) If your vehicle has power door locks, it is equipped [...]

2-9 If your vehicle has an automatic transmission it will be programmed to have all the doors lock automatically when the shift lever is moved out of P ARK (P). All the doors will unlock when the shift lever is moved back into P ARK (P). On a manual transmission, all doors will lock when the vehicle speed is greater than 15 mph (24 km/h). The doors[...]

2-10 Rear Door Security Locks (If Equipped) W ith this feature, you can lock the rear doors so they can’t be opened from the inside by passengers. The security lock lever is located on the inside edge of each rear door . T o use the security locks, do the following: 1. Open one of the rear doors. 2. Slide the lever up to the lock symbol to engage[...]

2-1 1 Remote Keyless Entry System (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this feature, you can lock and unlock your doors from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle. Y our keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules[...]

2-12 Operation UNLOCK: When you press UNLOCK, the driver ’ s door will unlock automatically , the parking lamps will flash and the interior lights will go on. If you press UNLOCK again within three seconds, the remaining doors will unlock, the parking lamps will flash and the interior lights will go on. LOCK: Press LOCK to lock all the doors. Pre[...]

2-13 Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years. Y ou can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t work at the normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works, it’ s probably time to change the battery . NOTIC[...]

2-14 Third Door (Extended Cab) (If Equipped) Y our vehicle may be equipped with a side access panel for convenience in loading and unloading cargo. T o open the side access panel, first open the driver ’ s front door . Then, use the handle located on the front edge of the door panel to open it. Y ou must close the side access panel before you can[...]

2-15 3. W ith the tailgate halfway down, pull the tailgate toward you at the left side and then move the tailgate to the left to release the right side. Reverse the procedure to reinstall the tailgate. Make sure it is secure. Theft V ehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft - deterrent fea[...]

2-16 Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage area, or take them with you. Parking Lots Even if you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’ s still best to lock it up and take your keys. But what if you have to leave[...]

2-17 If a door is opened without the key or the remote keyless entry transmitter , the alarm will go off. Y our vehicle’ s headlamps will flash and the horn will sound for 1 10 seconds, then will turn off to save the battery power . Remember , the theft - deterrent system won’ t activate if you lock the doors with a key or use the manual door l[...]

2-18 Passlock Y our vehicle is equipped with the Passlock theft - deterrent system. Passlock is a passive theft - deterrent system. Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key . If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with, fuel is disabled. During normal operation, the SECURITY ligh[...]

2-19 Ignition Positions W ith the key in the ignition, you can turn it to five different positions. A (ACCESSOR Y): This position lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers and power windows (if equipped) when the engine is off. Push in the key and turn it toward you. Y our steering wheel will remain locked, just as it was before [...]

2-20 CAUTION: On manual transmission vehicles, turning the key to LOCK will lock the steering column and result in a loss of ability to steer the vehicle. This could cause a collision. If you need to turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the key only to OFF . Don’t pr ess the key r elease button while the vehicle is moving. B (LOC[...]

2-21 Key Release Button The key cannot be removed from the ignition of manual transmission vehicles unless the key release button is used. T o remove the key on manual transmission vehicles, turn the key to OFF . Then turn the key to LOCK while pressing the key release button down at the same time. Pull the key straight out. On automatic transmissi[...]

2-22 Starting Y our Engine Automatic T ransmission Move your shift lever to P ARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Y our engine won’t start in any other position -- that’ s a safety feature. T o restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only . NOTICE: Don’t try to shift to P ARK (P) if your vehicle is moving. If you do, you could damage the tr[...]

2-23 3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoline. T ry pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key in ST AR T for about three seconds. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, do the same thing, but this time keep the ped[...]

2-24 When starting your engine in very cold weather (below 0 F or - 18 C), do this: 1. W ith your foot of f the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to ST AR T and hold it there up to 15 seconds. When the engine starts, let go of the key . 2. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasoli[...]

2-25 Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) In very cold weather , 0 F ( - 18 C) or colder , the engine coolant heater can help. Y ou’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm - up. Usually , the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. At temperatures above 32 F (0 C), use o[...]

2-26 Automatic T ransmission Operation Y our automatic transmission has a shift lever on the steering column. There are several different positions for your shift lever . It features an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument cluster . This display must be powered anytime the shift lever is capable of being moved out of P ARK (P).[...]

2-27 Make sure the shift lever is fully in P ARK (P) before starting the engine. Y our vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. Y ou have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from P ARK (P) when the ignition key is in RUN. If you cannot shift out of P ARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever -- push the s[...]

2-28 DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down. Y ou’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power . DRIVE (D) should not b[...]

2-29 Manual T ransmission Operation 5-Speed This is your shift pattern. Here’ s how to operate your transmission: FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (1). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you slowly press down on the accelerator pedal. Y ou can shift into FIRST (1) when you’re going less than 20 mph (30 km/h). If yo[...]

2-30 NEUTRAL: Use this position when you start or idle your engine. REVERSE (R): T o back up, press the clutch pedal. After the vehicle stops, shift into REVERSE (R). For vehicles equipped with the VOR TEC 4300 V6 engine, you must wait six seconds before shifting into REVERSE (R). Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal[...]

2-31 Shift Speeds CAUTION: If you skip a gear when you downshift, you could lose control of your vehicle. Y ou could injure yourself or others. Don’t shift down more than one gear at a time when you downshift. If your vehicle has four - wheel drive and is equipped with a manual transmission, disregard the SHIFT light when the transfer case is in [...]

2-32 Electronic T ransfer Case (If Equipped) The electronic transfer case buttons are located to the right of the steering wheel. Use these buttons to shift into and out of four - wheel drive. Y ou can choose among three driving settings: 2HI: This setting is for driving in most street and highway situations. Y our front axle is not engaged in two [...]

2-33 Shifting from 2HI or 4HI to 4LO T o shift from 2HI or 4HI to 4LO, the vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph (4.8 km/h) with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N) in vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission or the clutch pedal engaged in vehicles equipped with a manual transmission. The preferred method for shifting into 4LO is to[...]

2-34 Parking Brake The parking brake is located near the bottom of the instrument panel on the driver ’ s side. T o set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. NOTICE: Driving with the parki[...]

2-35 Shifting Into P ARK (P) (Automatic T ransmission Only) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P ARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Y our vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly . Y ou or others could be injured. T o be sure your vehicle won[...]

2-36 Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. T urn the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the key , your vehicle is in P ARK (P). Leaving Y our V ehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic T ransmission Only) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Y[...]

2-37 T orque Lock (Automatic T ransmission) If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission into P ARK (P) properly , the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. Y ou may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of P ARK (P). This is called “torque lock.” T o prevent torque[...]

2-38 Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn. Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousne[...]

2-39 Running Y our Engine While Y ou’r e Parked (Automatic T ransmission) It’ s better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know . CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier Caution under “Engine Exhaust.” Al[...]

2-40 Locking Rear Axle (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this feature, your locking rear axle can give you additional traction on snow , mud, ice, sand or gravel. It works like a standard axle most of the time, but when one of the rear wheels has no traction and the other does, this feature will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle. Ho[...]

2-41 T urn Signal/Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: T urn and Lane - Change Signals Headlamp High/Low - Beam Changer Flash - to - Pass Feature W indshield W ipers W indshield W asher Cruise Control (If Equipped) T urn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and t[...]

2-42 T urn Signal On Chime If your turn signal is left on for more than 3/4 of a mile (1.2 km), a chime will sound at each flash of the turn signal. T o turn off the chime, move the turn signal lever to the off position. Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer T o change the headlamps from low to high beam or high to low beam, pull the multifunction lever a[...]

2-43 Windshield W ipers T urn the band with the wiper symbol on it to operate the windshield wipers. MIST : T urn the band to MIST for a single wiping cycle. Hold it until the windshield wipers start. Then let it go. The windshield wipers will stop after one wipe. If you want more wipes, hold the band on MIST longer . OFF: T urn the band to OFF to [...]

2-44 Windshield W asher There is a paddle marked with the windshield washer symbol on the top of the multifunction lever . T o spray washer fluid on the windshield, push the paddle. The wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return to your preset speed. CAUTION: In freezing weather , don’t use your washer until the windshield is war[...]

2-45 CAUTION: Cruise contr ol can be danger ous wher e you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise contr ol can be danger ous on slippery roads. On such r oads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you could lose control. Don’t use cru[...]

2-46 Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off cruise control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the cruise control switch briefly from ON to R/A (Resume/Accelerate) . Y ou’ll go right back up[...]

2-47 Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may want to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. Of course, appl[...]

2-48 (Headlamps): T urning the exterior lamps control to this position turns on the headlamps, together with the previously listed lamps and lights. (Off): T urn the exterior lamps control all the way counterclockwise to turn off the lamps and put the system in automatic headlamp mode. Automatic Headlamp System When it is dark enough outside, your [...]

2-49 Daytime Running Lamps (If Equipped) (Optional) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day . DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. Fully functional daytime running lamps are requ[...]

2-50 Fog Lamps (If Equipped) Use your fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. Y our parking lamps or low - beam headlamps must be on for your fog lamps to work. The fog lamp button is on the instrument panel near the exterior lamps control. Press the button to turn the fog lamps on. Press the button again to turn them off. A light[...]

2-51 Exit Lighting W ith exit lighting, the interior lamps will come on when you remove the key from the ignition to help you see while exiting the vehicle. These lights will stay on for a short period of time and then will go out, if the DOME OVERRIDE button is in the out position. Front Map Lamps (If Equipped) If your vehicle has front map lamps,[...]

2-52 Battery Rundown Protection This feature shuts off the dome, courtesy , vanity , reading, glove box, cargo and underhood lamps if they are left on for more than 20 minutes when the ignition is off. This will keep your battery from running down. If the battery rundown protection shuts off the interior lamps, it may be necessary to do one of the [...]

2-53 At night, when the glare is too high, the mirror will gradually darken to reduce glare (this change may take a few seconds). The mirror will return to its clear daytime state when the glare is reduced. The mirror will also return to its clear daytime state when the vehicle is put into REVERSE (R). Press the AUTO button at the base of the mirro[...]

2-54 Power Remote Control Rearview Mirr ors (If Equipped) These controls are located on the driver ’ s door armrest. Move the selector switch to the left or right to choose the mirror , then use the arrows located on the four - way control pad to adjust the mirror . Convex Outside Mirror A convex mirror ’ s surface is curved so you can see more[...]

2-55 Heated Outside Rearview Mirrors (If Equipped) Y our vehicle may be equipped with heated outside rearview mirrors. The heated mirror button is located to the lower right of the mode knob on the climate control system. The button has an indicator light to indicate if the heated mirror feature is on or off. When the heated mirror feature is turne[...]

2-56 Press the button near each lamp to turn the reading lamps on and off. The lamps can also be swiveled to point in the desired direction. Installing a Garage Door Opener If you have a garage door opener , the front overhead compartment can be used to conveniently store the opener . T o install the garage door opener , first open the compartment [...]

2-57 Center the garage door opener activation button over the console door button and press the opener firmly into place. The pegs inside the compartment door are used to make sure the button on the compartment door will contact the control button on the garage door opener . Add one peg at a time until the garage door opener operates with the compa[...]

2-58 T emperature and Compass Display The outside air temperature and the compass are displayed at the front of the overhead console. The control buttons are located to the left of the display . T urn the display on or off by pressing the ON/OFF button. Display the temperature in either degrees Fahrenheit (English) or Celsius (metric) by pressing t[...]

2-59 V ariance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north. In some areas, the difference between the two can be great enough to cause false compass readings. If this happens, follow these instructions to set the variance for your particular location: 1. Find your location on the zone map. Record your zone number . 2. Press and ho[...]

2-60 Sunglasses Storage Compartment The console has a sunglasses storage compartment. Door Storage Y ou will find a storage compartment on each door . Crew Cab models have storage pockets and cupholders on rear doors. Front Storage Ar ea If your vehicle has this console compartment, squeeze the front lever while lifting the top to open it. Y ou can[...]

2-61 If your vehicle has the center armrest compartment, lift the cover to expose the storage area which includes slots for cassettes or compact discs and a coinholder . Some vehicles may have a storage pocket on the back of the bucket or 60/40 bench seats. Ashtray and Cigarette Lighter Pull the front ashtray door down to open it. NOTICE: Don’t p[...]

2-62 T o use the lighter , press it in all the way , and let go. When it’ s ready , it will pop back out by itself. NOTICE: Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating. If you do, it won’t be able to back away from the heating element when it’ s ready . That can make it overload, damaging the lighter and the heating[...]

2-63 Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a problem, see your dealer for additional information on accessory power outlets NOTICE: Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle can damage it or keep other things from working as t[...]

2-64 The Instrument Panel -- Y our Information System[...]

2-65 The main components of your vehicle’ s instrument panel are the following: A. Air V ents B. Instrument Panel Cluster C. Electronic T ransfer Case Switch (If Equipped) D. Lamp Controls E. Fog Lamp Button (If Equipped) F . Brake Release G. Passenger Air Bag Off Switch (If Equipped) H. Ashtray I. Comfort Controls J. Accessory Power Outlets (If [...]

2-66 Instrument Panel Cluster Y our instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. Y ou’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel you’ve used, and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically . Base level cluster United States, Canada similar[...]

2-67 Uplevel cluster United States, Canada similar[...]

2-68 Speedometer and Odometer Y our speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Y our odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). The odometer mileage can be checked without the vehicle running. Simply press the [...]

2-69 W arning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. W arning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages [...]

2-70 Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag’ s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag modules, the wiring, the passenger air bag [...]

2-71 Air Bag Off Light (If Equipped) When you turn the right front passenger ’ s air bag of f, this light will come on and stay on to remind you that the air bag has been turned off. This light will go of f when you turn the air bag back on again. See “Air Bag Off Switch” in the Index for more on this, including important safety information. [...]

2-72 CAUTION: If the air bag readiness light ever comes on when you have turned off the air bag, it means that something may be wrong with the air bag system. The right front passenger’s air bag could inflate even though the switch is off. If this ever happens, don’t let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of a passen[...]

2-73 V oltmeter Gage When your engine is not running, but the ignition is on (in RUN), this gage shows your battery’ s state of charge in DC volts. When the engine is running, the gage shows the condition of the charging system. Readings between the low and high warning zones indicate the normal operating range. Readings in the low warning zone m[...]

2-74 Brake System W arning Light When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on when you set your parking brake. The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn’t release fully . If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem. Y our vehicle’ s hydraulic brake system is divid[...]

2-75 Anti-Lock Brake System W arning Light W ith the anti - lock brake system, this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds. That’ s normal. If the light stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, your vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning light isn’t on, you still have brakes, bu[...]

2-76 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada) United States Canada Y our vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This system is called OBD II (On - Board Diagnostics - Second Generation) and is intended to assu[...]

2-77 This light should come on, as a check to show you it is working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not running. If the light doesn’t come on, have it repaired. This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways: Light Flashing -- A misfire condition has been detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may da[...]

2-78 If the Light Is On Steady Y ou may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle? If so, reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install the cap. See “Filling Y our T ank” in the Index. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off o[...]

2-79 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state/provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration. Here are some things you need to know in order to help your vehicle pass an inspec[...]

2-80 CAUTION: Don’t keep driving if the oil pressur e is low . If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. Y ou or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not cover ed by your warranty . Oil pressure[...]

2-81 Service Four -Wheel-Drive W arning Light This light should come on briefly when you turn on the ignition, as a check to show you it is working. The SER VICE 4WD light comes on to indicate that there may be a problem with the four - wheel drive system and service is required. Malfunctions can be indicated by the system before any problem is app[...]

2-82 Fuel Gage United States Canada When the ignition is on, the fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have remaining. Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage: At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the[...]

2-83 Low Fuel Light This light comes on briefly when you start your engine. This light comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel. T o turn it off, add fuel to the fuel tank. See “Fuel” in the Index. Driver Information Center (DIC) (If Equipped) This system displays the outside air temperature, compass direction and trip information in the over[...]

2-84 V ariance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north. In some areas, the difference between the two can be great enough to cause false compass readings. If this happens, follow these instructions to set the variance for your particular location: 1. Find your location on the zone map earlier in this section. Record your zone [...]

3- 3-1 Section 3 Comfort Contr ols and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. 3 - 2 Comfort Controls 3 - 2 Standard Climate Control System 3 - 3 Optional Climate Control System 3 - 5 Air [...]

3-2 Comfort Controls W ith these systems, you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your vehicle. Standard Climate Control System Fan Control The knob on the left side of the climate control system panel is used to adjust the fan speed. T o increase airflow , turn the knob clockwise. T o decrease airflow , turn it counterclockwise. T [...]

3-3 Mode Knob The right knob on the control panel allows you to choose the direction of air delivery . OFF: This setting turns the system off. Some outside air will still enter the vehicle whenever the vehicle is moving forward. If the air entering your vehicle is warmer than desired, turn the temperature knob fully counterclockwise and turn the mo[...]

3-4 T emperature Knob The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the relative temperature of the air flowing into the passenger area of your vehicle. T urn the knob clockwise toward the red area for warmer air . Turn the knob counterclockwise toward the blue area for cooler air . Mode Knob The right knob on the control panel allows you to[...]

3-5 Air Conditioning (If Equipped) On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape. This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down. Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best. For quick cool - down on very hot days, use MAX A/C with the temperature knob turned counterclockwise. This s[...]

3-6 Defogging and Defrosting On cool, humid days, use blend to keep the windshield and side windows clear . Use defrost to remove fog or ice from the windshield quickly in extreme humid or cold conditions. T urn the temperature knob clockwise and turn the fan control toward high. If you have the heated outside mirror feature, you can use it to defo[...]

3-7 V entilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater and defroster will work far better , reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows. When you enter a vehicle in cold weather , turn the fan control to high for a few moments before driving off. This helps clear[...]

3-8 Setting the Clock for Systems with Radio Data System (RDS) Y our radio may have a button marked with an H or HR to represent hours and an M, MN or MIN to represent minutes. Press and hold the hour button until the correct hour appears. AM or PM will appear on the display . Press and hold the minute button until the correct minute appears. The c[...]

3-9 Finding a Station AM - FM: Press this knob to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2. The display shows your selection. TUNE: T urn this knob to tune in radio stations. SEEK : Press the right or left arrow to seek to the next or previous station and stay there. SCAN : Press both SCAN arrows. SCAN will appear on the display . The radio will scan to the [...]

3-10 Setting the T one (Bass/T reble) BASS: Slide this lever up or down to increase or decrease bass. TREB (T reble): Slide this lever up or down to increase or decrease treble. If a station is weak or noisy , you may want to decrease the treble. Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) BAL (Balance): T urn the control ring behind the upper knob to mo[...]

3-1 1 Finding a Station AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2. The display shows your selection. TUNE: T urn this knob to tune in radio stations. SEEK SEEK : Press the right or left arrow to seek to the next or previous station and stay there. The radio will seek to stations with a strong signal only . T o scan stations, press [...]

3-12 T o adjust the treble, press and release AUDIO until TRE appears on the display . Then press and hold the up arrow to increase treble. T and a positive number will appear on the display . Press and hold the down arrow to decrease treble. T and a negative number will appear on the display . T and a zero will appear on the display when the trebl[...]

3-13 T o adjust balance or fade to the middle position, select BAL or F AD. Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep. L and a zero or F and a zero will appear on the display . T o adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls to the middle position, end out of audio mode by pressing the AUDIO button until the [...]

3-14 Finding a Station AM - FM: Press this knob to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2. TUNE: T urn this knob to tune in radio stations. SEEK : Press the right or left arrow to seek to the next or previous station and stay there. T o scan preset stations, press both SEEK buttons. The radio will go to the first preset station stored on the pushbutton, pl[...]

3-15 Setting the T one (Bass/T reble) BASS: Slide this lever up or down to increase or decrease bass. TREB (T reble): Slide this lever up or down to increase or decrease treble. If a station is weak or noisy , you may want to decrease the treble. Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) BAL (Balance): T urn the control ring behind the upper knob to mo[...]

3-16 CD Adapter Kits It is possible to use a portable CD player adapter kit with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape player . T o activate the bypass feature, use the following steps: 1. T urn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSOR Y . 2. T urn the radio on. 3. Insert the adapter into the cassette slot. 4. W ithin fi[...]

3-17 RECALL: Pressing this button will display the station being played or it will display the clock. Clock display is available with the ignition turned off. SCV (Speed - Compensated V olume): With SCV , your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. T urn the control r[...]

3-18 Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. Y ou can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2) by performing the following steps: 1. T urn the radio on. 2. Press AM FM to select AM, FM1 or FM2. 3. T une in the desired station. 4. Press AUTO T ONE to select the setting you prefer . 5.[...]

3-19 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) BAL (Balance): Press this knob lightly so it extends. T urn the knob clockwise to adjust sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise to adjust sound to the left speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. F ADE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. T urn the knob clockwise[...]

3-20 REV 4 (Reverse): Press this pushbutton to rapidly reverse the tape. Press this pushbutton again to stop reversing the tape. The radio will play the last selected station while reversing the tape. The tape direction arrow will blink while in reverse mode. 5 (Dolby): Press this pushbutton to reduce cassette tape noise. The double - D symbol will[...]

3-21 CD Adapter Kits It is possible to use a portable CD player adapter kit with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape player . T o activate the bypass feature, use the following steps: 1. T urn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSOR Y . 2. T urn the radio off. 3. Press and hold the T APE AUX button for five seconds. T[...]

3-22 SCV (Speed - Compensated V olume): With SCV , your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. T urn the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the SCV . Each notch on the control ring allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds. Then,[...]

3-23 Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. Y ou can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2) by performing the following steps: 1. T urn the radio on. 2. Press AM FM to select AM, FM1 or FM2. 3. T une in the desired station. 4. Press AUTO T ONE to select the setting you prefer . 5.[...]

3-24 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) BAL (Balance): Press this knob lightly so it extends. T urn the knob clockwise to adjust sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise to adjust sound to the left speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. F ADE: Press this knob lightly so it extends. T urn the knob clockwise[...]

3-25 RECALL: Press this button to see what track is playing. Press it again within five seconds to see how long the CD has been playing that track. Elapsed time is displayed in minutes and seconds. The track number will also appear when a new track begins to play . Press this button again to return to the time display . AM FM: Press this button to [...]

3-26 AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System (RDS) and Automatic T one Control (If Equipped) Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. V OL (V olume): Turn the knob clockwise to increase volume. T urn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. AUT O V OL (Automatic V olume): W ith automatic volu[...]

3-27 Finding a Station AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2. The display shows your selection. TUNE: T urn this knob to choose radio stations. SEEK : Press the right or left arrow to seek to the next or previous station and stay there. The radio will seek to stations with a strong signal only . The sound will mute while seekin[...]

3-28 Setting the T one (Bass/T reble) AUDIO: Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS or TREB appears on the display . Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease. The display will show the bass or treble level. If a station is weak or noisy , you may want to decrease the treble. T o adjust bass and treble to the middle po[...]

3-29 Using RDS Y our audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS is a system that receives data along with the audio of the FM station you are currently tuned to. Y ou can use RDS to display program information and to control your radio. W ith RDS your radio can do the following: Seek only to stations with the types of programs you[...]

3-30 Finding a PTY Preset Station P - TYPE LIST (Program T ype): T urn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to select the Program T ype (PTY) you want to listen to. TYPE and a PTY will appear on the display . Press the SEEK TYPE button and the radio will seek to the first RDS broadcaster of the selected program type. If the radio cannot find the[...]

3-31 INFO (Information): If the current station has a message, the information symbol will appear on the display . These text messages are from the RDS broadcaster to the listening public and may be general information such as artist and song title, call in phone numbers, etc. Press this button to see the message. If the whole message does not appe[...]

3-32 Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in and the disc should begin playing. The display will show the CD symbol. If you want to insert a compact disc with the ignition off, first press DISP or EJT . If an error appears on the display , see “Compact Disc Messages” later in this se[...]

3-33 DISP (Display): Press this knob to see how long the current track has been playing. ET and the elapsed time will appear on the display . T o change what is normally shown on the display (track or elapsed time), press the knob until you see the display you want, then hold the knob for two seconds. The radio will produce one beep. AM FM: Press t[...]

3-34 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette T ape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System (RDS) and Automatic T one Control (If Equipped) Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. V OL (V olume): Turn this knob clockwise to increase volume. T urn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. AUT O V OL (Automatic V olume): [...]

3-35 Finding a Station AM FM: Press this button to switch between AM, FM1 and FM2. The display will show your selection. TUNE : Turn this knob to choose radio stations. SEEK : Press the right or left arrow to seek to the next or previous station and stay there. The radio will seek to stations with a strong signal only . The sound will mute while se[...]

3-36 Setting the T one (Bass/T reble) AUDIO: Press and release the AUDIO knob until BASS or TREB appears on the display . Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease. The display will show the bass or treble level. If a station is weak or noisy , you may want to decrease the treble. T o adjust the bass and treble to the midd[...]

3-37 Using RDS Y our audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS is a system that receives data along with the audio of the FM station you are currently tuned to. Y ou can use RDS to display program information and to control your radio. W ith RDS, the radio can do the following: Seek only to stations with the types of programs you[...]

3-38 Finding a PTY Preset Station P - TYPE LIST (Program T ype): T urn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to select the Program T ype (PTY) you want to listen to. TYPE and a PTY will appear on the display . Press the SEEK TYPE button and the radio will seek to the first RDS broadcaster of the selected program type. If the radio cannot find the[...]

3-39 INFO (Information): If the current station has a message, the information icon will appear on the display . These text messages are from the RDS broadcaster to the listening public and may be general information such as artist and song title, call in phone numbers, etc. Press this button to see the message. If the whole message does not appear[...]

3-40 Playing a Cassette T ape Y our tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. T apes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player . The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right. If the ignition is on, but the radio is off, the tape can be inserted and will[...]

3-41 3 REV (Reverse): Press this pushbutton to reverse the tape rapidly . Press it again to return to playing speed. The radio will play the last selected station while the tape reverses. The station frequency and REV will appear on the display . Y ou may select stations during reverse operation by using the TUNE, DISP and SEEK. 4 FWD (Forward): Pr[...]

3-42 Cassette T ape Messages CHK T APE (Check T ape): If CHK T APE appears on the radio display , the tape won’t play because of one of the following errors. The tape is tight and the player can’t turn the tape hubs. Remove the tape. Hold the tape with the open end down and try to turn the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil. T urn the tap[...]

3-43 3 REV (Reverse): Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track. Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to reverse at six times the normal playing speed. Press and hold it for more than two seconds to reverse at 17 times the normal playing speed. Release it to play the passage. The display will show ET and t[...]

3-44 Compact Disc Messages If the disc comes out, it could be for one of the following reasons: If you’re driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smooth the disc should play . If it’ s very hot. When the temperature returns to normal, the disc should play . The disc is upside down. It is dirty , scratched or wet. The air is very hum[...]

3-45 AUT O V OL (Automatic V olume): Y our system has a feature called automatic volume. W ith this feature, your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button to select MIN, MED or MAX. Each higher choice allows for more volume compensation at faster vehic[...]

3-46 Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. Y ou can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 and six FM2) by performing the following steps: 1. T urn the radio on. 2. Press AM FM to select AM, FM1 or FM2. 3. T une in the desired station. 4. Press AUTO EQ to select the equalization that best sui[...]

3-47 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: T o adjust the balance between the right and left speakers, push the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display . Turn the knob to adjust the sound to the left or right speakers. The middle position balances the sound between the speakers. T o adjust the fade between the front and rear speakers, pu[...]

3-48 Finding a PTY Station P - TYPE (Program T ype): This button is used to turn on and off Program T ype (PTY) selections. PTY and the light next to the button will turn on. The last selected PTY will appear on the display for five seconds. T urn the P - TYPE knob to select the PTY you want to listen to. Press the SEEK arrows to find radio station[...]

3-49 RDS Messages ALER T!: This type of announcement warns of national or local emergencies. Y ou will not be able to turn off alert announcements. ALER T! appears on the display when an alert announcement plays. When an alert announcement comes on the current radio station, you will hear it, even if the volume is muted or a compact disc is playing[...]

3-50 Playing a Compact Disc If an error appears on the display , see “Compact Disc Messages” later in this section. LOAD CD : Press the LOAD side of this button to load CDs into the compact disc player . This compact disc player will hold up to six discs. T o insert one disc, do the following: 1. T urn the ignition on. 2. Press and release the [...]

3-51 Playing a Specific Loaded Compact Disc For every CD loaded, a number will appear on the radio display . T o play a specific CD, first press the CD AUX button to start playing a CD. Then press the numbered pushbutton that corresponds to the CD you want to play . A small bar will appear under the CD number that is playing, and the track number w[...]

3-52 REV (Reverse): Press and hold this button to reverse quickly within a track. Y ou will hear sound at a reduced volume. Release it to play the passage. The display will show elapsed time. FWD (Forward): Press and hold this button to advance quickly within a track. Y ou will hear sound at a reduced volume. Release it to play the passage. The dis[...]

3-53 SEEK : T o seek, press the left arrow while playing a CD to go to the start of the current track, if more than ten seconds have passed. Press the right arrow to go to the next track. If you press the button more than once, the player will continue moving backward or forward through the disc. SCAN : T o scan one disc, press and hold either SCAN[...]

3-54 3. Select the desired disc by pressing the numbered pushbutton and then use the SEEK SCAN right arrow button to locate the track that you want to save. The track will begin to play . 4. Press and hold the SONG LIST button for two or more seconds to save the track into memory . When SONG LIST is pressed a beep will be heard immediately . After [...]

3-55 T o delete the entire song list, perform the following steps: 1. T urn the disc player on. 2. Press the SONG LIST button to turn song list on. S - LIST will appear on the display . 3. Press and hold the SONG LIST button for more than four seconds. A beep will be heard, followed by two beeps after two seconds and a final beep will be heard afte[...]

3-56 Remote Cassette T ape Player (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this feature it is located in the center console extension. Y our tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. T apes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player . T o load a cassette tape with the ignition o[...]

3-57 3 NEXT : Press this pushbutton or the right SEEK arrow (in the direction that the lighted tape direction arrow points) to search for the next selection. The tape direction arrow will blink during SEEK operation and the sound is muted in this mode. REV 4 (Reverse): Press this pushbutton to rapidly reverse the tape. The tape will rapidly reverse[...]

3-58 Theft-Deterrent Featur e (If Equipped) THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever battery power is removed. The THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used or ignored. If ignored, the system plays normally and the radio is not protected by the feature. If THE[...]

3-59 Unlocking the Theft - Deterr ent Featur e After a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: 1. T urn the ignition on. LOC will appear on the display . 2. Press MN and 000 will appear on the display . 3. Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code. 4. Press HR to make the firs[...]

3-60 Theft-Deterrent Featur e RDS Radios (If Equipped) THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your radio. The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the V ehicle Identification Number (VIN). If the radio is moved to a different vehicle, it will not operate and LOCKED or LOC will be displayed. When the radio and vehicle are turne[...]

3-61 Tips About Y our Audio System Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late. Y our hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound. Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing. T ake precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it. T [...]

3-62 Care of Y our Cassette T ape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality , ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat. If they aren’t, they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape play[...]

3-63 3. Press and hold the T APE AUX button for five seconds. The tape symbol on the display will flash for two seconds. 4. Insert the scrubbing action cleaning cassette. 5. Eject the cleaning cassette after the manufacturer ’ s recommended cleaning time. When the cleaning cassette has been ejected, the broken tape detection feature is active aga[...]

3-64 When cleaning the cassette tape player with the recommended non - abrasive cleaning cassette, it is possible that the cassette may eject, because the cut tape detection feature on your radio may recognize it as a broken tape. Use the following procedure to clean your remote cassette tape player: 1. T urn the radio on. 2. Insert the recommended[...]

4- 4-1 Section 4 Y our Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. W e’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. 4 - 2 Defensive Driving 4 - 3 Drunken Driving 4 - 6 Control of a V ehicle 4 - 6 Braking 4 - 9 Steering 4 - 1 1 Of f - Road Recovery 4 - 12 P[...]

4-2 Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively . Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See “Safety Belts” in the Index. Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.?[...]

4-3 Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy . It’ s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year . Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: Judgment Muscular Coordination V ision Attentiveness. Police records show that al[...]

4-4 It’ s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour , the person’ s BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level. There is a gender difference, too. W omen g[...]

4-5 The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer . What if there’ s an emer gency , a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able t[...]

4-6 Control of a V ehicle Y ou 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 t[...]

4-7 A void needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Y our brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Y our brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. If you keep pace with the traffic and allow re[...]

4-8 Let’ s say the road is wet and you’re driving safely . Suddenly , an animal jumps out in front of you. Y ou slam on the brakes and continue braking. Here’ s what happens with ABS: A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel [...]

4-9 Remember: Anti - lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, even though you have anti - lock[...]

4-10 What should you do if this ever happens? Ease up on the accelerator pedal, steer the vehicle the way you want it to go, and slow down. Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed. Of course, the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions. Under less favorable conditions you’ll want to go slower . If [...]

4-1 1 An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand. But you have to act fast, steer quickly , and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the o[...]

4-12 Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two - lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two - lane highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occu[...]

4-13 Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror , activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane. (Remember that your right outside mirror is conv[...]

4-14 If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go. If you start steering quickly enough, your vehicle may straighten out. Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs. Of course, traction is reduced when water , snow , ice, gravel or other material is on the road. F[...]

4-15 Before Y ou Go Off-Roading There are some things to do before you go out. For example, be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done. Check to make sure all underbody shields (if so equipped) are properly attached. Be sure you read all the information about your four - wheel - drive vehicle in this manual. Is there enough fue[...]

4-16 Environmental Concerns Off - road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation. However , it also raises environmental concerns. GM recognizes these concerns and urges every off - roader to follow these basic rules for protecting the environment: Always use established trails, roads and areas that have been specially set aside for p[...]

4-17 Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off - road driving. One of the best ways to control your vehicle is to control your speed. Here are some things to keep in mind. At higher speeds: you approach things faster and you have less time to scan the terrain for obstacles. you have less time to react. you have more vehicle bounce when [...]

4-18 When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain, keep a firm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs or other surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hands if you’re not prepared. When you drive over bumps, rocks, or other obstacles, your wheels can leave the ground. If this happens, even with one or two wheels, you can’t control [...]

4-19 Approaching a Hill When you approach a hill, you need to decide if it’ s one of those hills that’ s just too steep to climb, descend or cross. Steepness can be hard to judge. On a very small hill, for example, there may be a smooth, constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top. On a[...]

4-20 CAUTION: T urning or driving across steep hills can be dangerous. Y ou could lose traction, slide sideways, and possibly roll over . Y ou could be seriously injur ed or killed. When driving up hills, always try to go straight up. Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill. Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible to[...]

4-21 If your engine has stopped running, you’ll need to restart it. W ith the brake pedal pressed and the parking brake still applied, shift the transmission to P ARK (P) (or, shift to neutral if your vehicle has a manual transmission) and restart the engine. Then, shift to REVERSE (R), release the parking brake, and slowly back down the hill as [...]

4-22 Driving Downhill When off - roading takes you downhill, you’ll want to consider a number of things: How steep is the downhill? W ill I be able to maintain vehicle control? What’ s the surface like? Smooth? Rough? Slippery? Hard - packed dirt? Gravel? Are there hidden surface obstacles? Ruts? Logs? Boulders? What’ s at the bottom of the h[...]

4-23 Q: Am I likely to stall when going downhill? A: It’ s much more likely to happen going uphill. But if it happens going downhill, here’ s what to do. Stop your vehicle by applying the regular brakes. Apply the parking brake. Shift to P ARK (P) (or to neutral with the manual transmission) and, while still braking, restart the engine. Shift b[...]

4-24 Surface conditions can be a problem when you drive across a hill. Loose gravel, muddy spots, or even wet grass can cause your tires to slip sideways, downhill. If the vehicle slips sideways, it can hit something that will trip it (a rock, a rut, etc.) and roll over . Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse. If you dri[...]

4-25 CAUTION: Getting out on the downhill (low) side of a vehicle stopped across an incline is danger ous. If the vehicle rolls over , you could be crushed or killed. Always get out on the uphill (high) side of the vehicle and stay well clear of the rollover path. Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice When you drive in mud, snow or sand, your wheels wo[...]

4-26 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. CAUTION: Driving on frozen lakes, ponds o[...]

4-27 After Off-Road Driving Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody , chassis or under the hood. These accumulations can be a fire hazard. After operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings cleaned and checked. These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking. Check the body structure, steering, suspension, wheels, t[...]

4-28 Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively . Don’t drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Y our headlamps can light u[...]

4-29 Driving in Rain and on W et Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire - to - road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction. It’ s always wise to go slower and be cautious if [...]

4-30 Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. T ry to avoid puddles. But if you can’t, try to slow down before you hit them. CAUTION: W et brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. Y o[...]

4-31 Driving Thr ough Deep Standing W ater NOTICE: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water , water can come in through your engine’ s air intake and badly damage your engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle. If you can’t avoid deep puddles or standing water , drive thro[...]

4-32 City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. Y ou’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unk[...]

4-33 Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. T oo - [...]

4-34 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 leave the freeway , move to the proper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and back up. Drive on to the next exit. The exit ramp can be curved, som[...]

4-35 Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever . There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery , along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of[...]

4-36 If you drive regularly in steep country , or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. See “Off - Road Driving” in the Index for information about driving off - road. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transm[...]

4-37 Know how to go uphill. Y ou 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 . Stay in your own lane when driving on two - lane roads in hills or mountains. Don’t swing wide or cut across the center of the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lan[...]

4-38 Include an ice scraper , a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide t[...]

4-39 Accelerate gently . T ry not to break the fragile traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more. Y our anti - lock brakes improve your vehicle’ s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have an anti - lock braking system, you’ll want to begi[...]

4-40 T ie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow . Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats -- anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm. Y ou can [...]

4-41 Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can. T o help keep warm, you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises eve[...]

4-42 Dinghy T owing (T wo-Wheel Drive Models Only) Y our vehicle should not be towed with all four wheels on the ground. Y our transmission has no provision for internal lubrication while being towed. T o properly tow your vehicle, it should be placed on a platform trailer with all four wheels off the ground. T owing with all four wheels on the gro[...]

4-43 When towing your vehicle, turn the ignition to OFF . T o prevent your battery from draining while towing, remove the RDO BA TT and CLSTR fuses from the instrument panel fuse block. Be sure to replace the fuse when you reach your destination. See “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index. Be sure to use the proper towing equipment designed [...]

4-44 In rare cases when it’ s unavoidable and your vehicle must be towed with all four wheels on the ground, the propeller shaft to axle yoke orientation should be marked and the propeller shaft removed following the applicable service manual removal/installation procedure. See “Service and Owner Publications” in the Index. Dust or dirt can e[...]

4-45 Loading Y our V ehicle The Certification/T ire label is found on the driver ’ s door edge, above the door latch. The label shows the size of your original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle. This is called the Gross V ehicle W eight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the v[...]

4-46 CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or r ear GA WR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and crash. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. Using heavier suspension components to get [...]

4-47 Payload The payload capacity is shown on the Certification/T ire label. This is the maximum load capacity that your vehicle can carry . If you are using E85 ethanol fuel the maximum payload should not exceed 1000 lbs (454 kg). Be sure to include the weight of the occupants as part of your load. If you added any accessories or equipment after y[...]

4-48 T ruck-Camper Loading Information The T ruck - Camper Loading label is located on the passenger ’ s door near the latch. It will tell you if your vehicle can carry a slide - in camper , how much of a load your vehicle can carry , and how to correctly spread out your load. Also, it will help you match the right slide - in camper to your vehic[...]

4-49 Here is an example of proper truck and camper match: A. Camper Center of Gravity B. 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. Campers can only be installed in a long box pickup. Check your T ruck - Camper Loading Label on the pa[...]

4-50 T railer Recommendations Y ou must subtract your hitch load from the CWR for your vehicle. W eigh your vehicle with your trailer attached, so that you won’t go over the GVWR or the GA WR. Y ou’ll get the best performance if you spread out the weight of your load the right way , and if you choose the correct hitch and trailer brakes. For mo[...]

4-51 NOTICE: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly r epairs not covered by your warranty . T o pull a trailer correctly , follow the advice in this part, and see your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle. Additional rear axle maintenance is requir ed for a vehicle used to tow [...]

4-52 If Y ou Do Decide T o Pull A T railer If you do, here are some important points: If you have the 2200 L4 (Code 5) engine, use regular gasoline (without ethanol) when pulling a trailer . See “Fuel” in the Index. There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal,[...]

4-53 The following chart shows how much your trailer can weigh, based upon your vehicle model and options. V ehicle* Axle Ratio Max. T railer Wt. 2WD Regular Cab 2.2L L4/Manual T rans.# 3.73 1,700 lbs. (771 kg) 2.2L L4/Auto. T rans.# 4.10 3,200 lbs. (1 453 kg) 4.3L V6/Manual T rans. 3.08 4,000 lbs. (1 816 kg) 4.3L V6/Auto. T rans. 3.42 6,000 lbs. ([...]

4-54 4WD Extended Cab 4.3L V6/Manual T rans. 3.42 4,000 lbs. (1 816 kg) 4.3L V6/Manual T rans. w/ZR2 3.73 4,200 lbs. (1 907 kg) 4.3L V6/Auto. T rans. 3.42 5,500 lbs. (2 497 kg) 3.73 5,500 lbs. (2 497 kg) 4.3L V6/Auto. T rans. w/ZR2 3.73 5,500 lbs. (2 497 kg) 4WD Crew Cab 4.3L V6/Auto. T rans. 3.42 5,200 lbs. (2 361 kg) 3.73 5,200 lbs. (2 361 kg) * [...]

4-55 Y ou can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at the address listed in your W arranty and Owner Assistance Information Booklet. In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163 - 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 W eight of the T railer T ongue Th[...]

4-56 T otal W eight on Y our V ehicle’s Tir es Be sure your vehicle’ s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires. Y ou’ll find these numbers on the Certification label at the rear edge of the driver ’ s door above the door latch, or see “T ire Loading” in the Index. Then be sure you don’t go over the GVW limit for your vehi[...]

4-57 T railer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs. (450 kg) loaded, then it needs its own brakes -- and they must be adequate. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you’ll be able to install, adjust and maintain them properly . Y our trailer ’ s brake system can tap into the vehicle’ s hydraulic b[...]

4-58 Passing Y ou’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer . And, because you’re a good deal longer , you’ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane. Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. Then, to move the trailer to the left, just move that ha[...]

4-59 Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear befor e 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. If you have an automatic transmission, you should use THIRD (3) when towing a trailer . Operating your vehicle in THIRD [...]

4-60 4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your parking brake, and then shift into P ARK (P), or REVERSE (R) for a manual transmission. 5. If you have a four - wheel - drive vehicle with an automatic transfer case, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear -- not in NEUTRAL. 6. Release the regular brakes. When Y ou Are Ready to Leave After P[...]

5- 5-1 Section 5 Pr oblems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. 5 - 2 Hazard W arning Flashers 5 - 3 Other W arning Devices 5 - 3 Jump Starting 5 - 7 T owing Y our V ehicle 5 - 8 Engine Overheating 5 - 10 Cooling System 5 - 17 Engine Fan Noise 5 - 17 If a T ire Goes Flat 5 - 18 Changing a Flat T [...]

5-2 Hazard W arning Flashers Y our hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Y our front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. The hazard warning flasher button is located on the top of the steering column. Y our hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and eve[...]

5-3 Other W arning Devices If you carry reflective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. But please use the following steps to do it safely . CAUTION: Batteries can[...]

5-4 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. Y ou wouldn’t be able to start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. T o avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling, se[...]

5-5 CAUTION: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly . Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged too. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you should [...]

5-6 8. Now connect the black negative ( - ) cable to the negative ( - ) terminal of the good battery . Use a remote negative ( - ) terminal if the vehicle has one. Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative ( - ) cable doesn’ t go to the dead battery . It goes to a heavy , unpainted metal engine pa[...]

5-7 Jumper Cable Removal A. Heavy , Unpainted Metal Engine Part B. Good Battery C. Dead Battery T o disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative ( - ) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery . 2. Disconnect the black negative ( - ) cable from the vehicle with the good battery . 3. Disc[...]

5-8 Engine Overheating Y ou will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’ s instrument panel. See “Gages” in the Index. If Steam Is Coming From Y our Engine CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly , even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off a[...]

5-9 If No Steam Is Coming From Y our Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: Climb a long hill on a hot day . Stop after high - speed driving. Idle for long periods in traffic. T ow a trailer . See “Driving on Grades” in th[...]

5-10 Cooling System When you decide it’ s safe to lift the hood, here’ s what you’ll see: A. Coolant Recovery T ank B. Radiator Pressure Cap C. Engine Cooling Fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down. The vehicle should be parked on a level surface. The coolant level should b[...]

5-1 1 CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don’t run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and you could be burned. Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle. If there seems to[...]

5-12 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery T ank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at the ADD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX - COOL engine coolant at the coolant recovery tank. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for more information. CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cool[...]

5-13 CAUTION: Y ou can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the ADD mark, start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there’ s one more thing you[...]

5-14 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1. Y ou can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. T urn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops. (Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that to st[...]

5-15 3. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX - COOL coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture. 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the ADD mark. 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off.[...]

5-16 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. W atch out for the engine cooling fan. 7. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower . If the level is lower, add more of the proper DEX - COOL coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of [...]

5-17 Engine Fan Noise This vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. When the clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine. In most everyday driving conditions the clutch is not engaged. This improves fuel economy and reduces fan noise. Under heavy vehicle loading, trailer towing and/or high outside temperatures, [...]

5-18 Changing a Flat Tir e If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. T urn on your hazard warning flashers. CAUTION: Changing a tire can cause an injury . The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people. Y ou and they could be badly injured. Find a level place to change your tir[...]

5-19 Removing the Spare T ire and T ools The jacking equipment you’ll need is stored inside the plastic jack cover which is behind the front seats, either on the center of the wall (extended cab) or on the passenger ’ s side of the wall (regular cab). The jacking equipment for the crew cab is located behind the rear seat back on the passenger ?[...]

5-20 3. Insert the chisel end of the wheel wrench, on an angle, into the hole in the rear bumper . 4. Be sure the chisel end of the wheel wrench connects into the hoist shaft. T urn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire. Keep turning the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle. 5. When the tire[...]

5-21 Removing Wheel Covers Position the bent end of your hub cap removal tool (shown), or the chisel end of your wheel wrench, in the notch of the hub cap and pry off the hub cap. Some of the molded plastic hub caps have imitation wheel nuts molded into them. The wheel wrench won’t fit these imitation nuts, so don’t try to remove them with the [...]

5-22 Removing the Flat Tir e and Installing the Spare T ir e 1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. Don’t remove them yet. 2. T urn the jack handle clockwise slightly to raise the jack lift head. 3. Fit the jack into the appropriate hole nearest the flat tire. A. Front Frame Hole B. Rear Frame Hole (ZR2) C. Spring Hanger Hole (Stan[...]

5-23 CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. T o help avoid perso[...]

5-24 6. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt fr om the places where the wheel att[...]

5-25 9. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely . 10. Use the wrench to tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown.[...]

5-26 CAUTION: Incorr ect wheel nuts or impr operly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the corr ect wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sur e to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts. Stop somewher e as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with [...]

5-27 Follow this diagram to store the underbody - mounted spare. A. Wheel W rench B. Hoist Assembly C. Retainer D. Spring E. T ire F . V alve Stem (Pointed Down) G. Lower H. Raise 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle, with the valve stem pointed down and to the rear . 2. Pull the retainer through the wheel. 3. Put the chisel end[...]

5-28 5. Make sure the tire is stored securely . Push, pull, and then try to rotate or turn the tire. If the tire moves, use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable. Return the jack, wheel wrench and wheel blocks to the proper location behind the seat. Secure the items. A. Wheel W rench B. Bracket C. Jacking Instructions (Roll and place tag behind the[...]

5-29 A. Bolt B. Cover (Regular and Crew Cab) C. Cover (Extended Cab) Compact Spare T ir e (If Equipped) Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new , it can lose air after a time. Check the inflation pressure regularly . It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, you should st[...]

5-30 Don’t use your compact spare on other vehicles. And don’t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires. They won’t fit. Keep your spare tire and its wheel together . NOTICE: Tir e chains won’t fit your compact spare. Using them can damage your vehicle and can damage the chains too. Don’t use tire chains on your com[...]

5-31 NOTICE: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth, you can destroy your transmission. For information about using tire chains on your vehicle, see “T ire Chains” in the Index. Rocking Y our V ehicle T o Get It Out First, turn [...]

5-32 CAUTION: These hooks, when used, ar e under a lot of force. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle. The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured fr om the chain or cable snapping back. NOTICE: Never use the recovery hooks to tow the vehicle. Y our vehicle could be damaged and it would [...]

6- 6-1 Section 6 Service and Appearance Car e Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care. 6 - 2 Service 6 - [...]

6-2 Service Y our dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. W e hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. Y ou’ll get genuine GM parts and GM - trained and supported service people. W e hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Doing Y our Own Service W o[...]

6-3 CAUTION: Y ou can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper r eplacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task. Be sur e to use the pr oper nuts, bolts and other fasteners. “Eng[...]

6-4 Gasoline Specifications It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association and endorsed by the Canadian V ehicle Manufacturers’ Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection. Gasolines meeting these specifications could provide improved driveability [...]

6-5 Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on. If this occurs, return to your authorized GM dealer for service. T o provide cleaner air , all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help[...]

6-6 T o insure quick starts in the wintertime, the E - 85 fuel must be formulated properly for your climate according to ASTM specification D 5798. If you have trouble starting on E - 85, it may be because your E - 85 fuel is not properly formulated for your climate. If this happens, switching to gasoline or adding gasoline to your fuel tank may im[...]

6-7 Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn’t be covered by your warranty . T o check on fuel availabi[...]

6-8 T o remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). The fuel cap has a spring in it; if you let go of the cap too soon, it will spring back to the right. CAUTION: If you get fuel on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly . This spray c[...]

6-9 Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION: Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor . Y ou can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs. T o help avoid injury to you and others: Dispense gasoline only into approved containers. D[...]

6-10 Hood Release T o open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the handle located inside the vehicle on the lower left side of the instrument panel. 2. Lift the hood. 3. Release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood[...]

6-1 1 Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the “VOR TEC” 2200 L4 engine, you’ll see: A. Battery B. Coolant Recovery T ank C. Automatic T ransmission Dipstick D. Engine Oil Fill Cap and Dipstick E. Power Steering Reservoir F . Brake Master Cylinder G. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter H. Engine Compartment Fuse Block I. W indshield W [...]

6-12 When you open the hood on the “VOR TEC” 4300 V6 engine, you’ll see: A. Battery B. Coolant Recovery T ank C. Engine Oil Dipstick D. Engine Oil Fill E. Automatic Transmission Dipstick (If Equipped) F . Power Steering Reservoir G. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir H. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter I. Clutch Fluid Reservoir (If Equipped) J. Engine [...]

6-13 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It’ s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle on the “VOR TEC” 2200 L4 engine is under the fill cap. The engine oil dipstick handle on the“VOR TEC” 4300[...]

6-14 Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way . Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil. But you must use the right kind. This part explains what kind of oil t[...]

6-15 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol. If you change your own oil, be sure you use oil that has the star[...]

6-16 As in the chart shown previously , SAE 5W - 30 is best for your vehicle. However , you can use SAE 10W - 30 if it’ s going to be 0 F ( - 18 C) or above. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity , or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils, such as SAE 20W - 50. NOTICE: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute [...]

6-17 Driving under these conditions causes engine oil to break down sooner . If any one of these is true for your vehicle, then you need to change your oil and filter every 3,000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months -- whichever occurs first. If none of them is true, use the long trip/highway maintenance schedule. Change the oil and filter every 7,500 mile[...]

6-18 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter “V OR TEC” 2200 L4 Engine “V OR TEC” 4300 V6 Engine See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. T o remove either engine air cleaner/filter , do the following: 1. Remove the fasteners that hold the cover on. and remove the cover 2. Lift out the engine air cleaner/filter[...]

6-19 Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the engine air cleaner/filter . See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the Index. CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air , it stops flame if the engine backfires. If it isn’t[...]

6-20 How to Check Because this operation can be a little dif ficult, you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick. NOTICE: T oo much or too little fluid can damage your transmission. T oo much can mean that [...]

6-21 Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows: Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. W ith the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in P ARK (P). W ith your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range. Then, position the shift lev[...]

6-22 How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot. (A cold check is used only as a reference.) If the fluid level is low , add only enough of the proper fluid to br[...]

6-23 Manual T ransmission Fluid When to Check A good time to have it checked is when the engine oil is changed. However , the fluid in your manual transmission doesn’ t require changing. How to Check Because this operation can be a little dif ficult, you may choose to have this done at your GM dealership service department. If you do it yourself,[...]

6-24 How to Add Fluid Here’ s how to add fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. 1. Remove the filler plug. 2. Add fluid at the filler plug hole. Add only enough fluid to bring the fluid level up to the bottom of the filler plug hole. 3. Install the[...]

6-25 How to Check and Add Fluid The proper fluid should be added if the level does not reach the bottom of the diaphragm when it’ s in place in the reservoir cap. See the instructions on the reservoir cap. Rear Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to chang[...]

6-26 Four - Wheel Drive Lubricant checks in this section also apply to these vehicles. However , there are two additional systems that need lubrication. T ransfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant. See “Periodic Maintenance Inspections” in the Index. How to Check Lubrica[...]

6-27 What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it. See “Scheduled Maintenance Services” in the [...]

6-28 What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX - COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever o[...]

6-29 What to Use Use a mixture of one - half clean, drinkable water and one - half DEX - COOL coolant which won’t damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you don’t need to add anything else. CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water , or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil befo[...]

6-30 Checking Coolant The coolant recovery tank is located toward the front of the engine compartment on the passenger ’ s side of the vehicle. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. The vehicle must be on a level surface. When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at ADD, or a little highe[...]

6-31 Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank, but be careful not to spill it. CAUTION: Y ou can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. Occasionally check the coolant level in the radiator . For information on h[...]

6-32 Power Steering Fluid The power steering reservoir is located near the front of the engine compartment on the driver ’ s side of the vehicle. When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system [...]

6-33 Windshield W asher Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to read the manufacturer ’ s instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Ind[...]

6-34 Brakes Brake Fluid Y our brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT - 3 brake fluid. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for the location of the reservoir . There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down. The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal[...]

6-35 Checking Brake Fluid Y ou can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap. Just look at the brake fluid reservoir . The fluid level should be above MIN. If it isn’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 level is above the MIN but not over the MAX mark. [...]

6-36 NOTICE: Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts. For example, just a few drops of mineral - based oil, such as engine oil, in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they’ll have to be replaced. Don’t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid. If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle’ s painted su[...]

6-37 NOTICE: Continuing to drive with worn - out brake pads could result in costly brake r epair . Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes. Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation. When [...]

6-38 When you replace parts of your braking system -- for example, when your brake linings wear down and you need new ones put in -- be sure you get new approved GM replacement parts. If you don’t, your brakes may no longer work properly . For example, if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle, the balance between your fron[...]

6-39 Bulb Replacement See “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index for the proper types of bulbs to use. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your GM dealer ’ s service department. Halogen Bulbs CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. Y ou or others could be inju[...]

6-40 5. T urn the bulb assembly counterclockwise to remove it from the headlamp assembly . 6. Put the new bulb into the bulb assembly and reinstall it in the headlamp assembly by turning it clockwise until it is tight. 7. Plug in the electrical connector . 8. Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle. 9. Install the two retaining clips. 10. C[...]

6-41 5. T urn the bulb assembly counterclockwise to remove it from the headlamp assembly . 6. Put the new bulb into the bulb assembly and reinstall it in the headlamp assembly by turning it clockwise until it is tight. 7. Plug in the electrical connector . 8. Put the headlamp lens assembly back into the vehicle. 9. Install the two retaining clips. [...]

6-42 T wo-Piece Front T urn Signal Lamps 1. Remove the headlamp assembly as shown under “T wo - Piece Composite Headlamp System” earlier in this section. 2. Locate the locking tabs on the assembly . Squeeze the tabs together and push that end of the assembly out while holding the tabs. The assembly will swing out. 3. Unplug the electrical conne[...]

6-43 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp 1. Remove the lens retaining screws. 2. Remove the lens. 3. Remove the bulb. 4. Install a new bulb. 5. Reinstall the lens and tighten the screws. If equipment such as a cap or camper is installed on your vehicle, a center high - mounted stoplamp feed wire is provided along the driver ’ s side rear frame. This wir[...]

6-44 T aillamps 1. Open the tailgate. 2. Remove the screws from the lamp assembly near the tailgate latch. 3. Pull the assembly away from the pickup side panel. 4. T urn the socket counterclockwise to remove 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 assembly[...]

6-45 Windshield W iper Blade Replacement W indshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear and cracking. See “W iper Blade Check” in the Index for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For proper type and length, see “Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts” in[...]

6-46 4. T o install the new wiper insert, slide the insert (D), notched end last, into the end with two blade claws (A). Slide the insert all the way through the blade claws at the opposite end (B). The plastic caps (C) will be forced off as the insert is fully inserted. 5. Be sure that the notches are locked by the bottom claws. Make sure that all[...]

6-47 Tire s Y our new vehicle comes with high - quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer . If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your GM W arranty booklet for details. CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tir es are dangerous. Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result [...]

6-48 Inflation -- Tir e Pressur e The Certification/T ire label, which is on the driver ’ s door edge, above the door latch, shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km). NOTICE: Don’t let anyone tell you t[...]

6-49 Tir e Inspection and Rotation T ires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear , rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See “When It’ s Time for New T ires” and “Wheel Replacement” later in this section for mor[...]

6-50 If your vehicle has a compact spare tire or a spare tire that does not match your vehicle’ s regular road tires and wheels in size and type, do not include the spare in the tire rotation. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Certification/T ire label. Make certain that all wheel nut[...]

6-51 Buying New Tir es T o find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Certification/T ire label. The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a T ire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’ s sidewall. When you get new tires, get ones with that same TPC Spec number . That way your vehicle will[...]

6-52 Uniform Tir e Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: T readwear 200 T raction AA T emperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway T raffic Safety Administration, which grades ti[...]

6-53 T emperature -- A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’ s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and redu[...]

6-54 Each new wheel should have the same load - carrying capacity , diameter , width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way , you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts[...]

6-55 T ire Chains CAUTION: If your vehicle has P235/75R15, P235/70R15, P235/55R16 or 31x10.50R15L T/C size tires, don’t use tire chains. They can damage your vehicle because there’ s not enough clearance. Tir e chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension or other vehicle parts. The [...]

6-56 Appearance Care Remember , cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle, be sure to follow the manufacturer ’ s warnin[...]

6-57 Here are some cleaning tips: Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. Clean up stains as soon as you can -- before they set. Carefully scrape off any excess stain. Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn. If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning, clean the en[...]

6-58 Cleaning V inyl Use warm water and a clean cloth. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. Y ou may have to do it more than once. Things like tar , asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them of f quickly . Use a clean cloth and a vinyl/leather cleaner . See your dealer for this product. Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth wit[...]

6-59 Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry . CAUTION: Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate pr otection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water . Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner or a A liquid[...]

6-60 Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield and W iper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer , or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with a full - strength glass cleaning liquid. The windshield is clean if beads[...]

6-61 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water , a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under “W ashing Y our V ehicle.” Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. Y ou can get GM - app[...]

6-62 Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster . W ashing with water is all that is usually needed. However , you may use chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim, if necessary . Use special care with aluminum trim. T o avoid damaging protective trim, never use auto or chrome p[...]

6-63 Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away . Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair expense. Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch - up materials available from your dealer or other service outlets. Larger areas of finish damage can be corre[...]

6-64 GM V ehicle Care/Appearance Materials[...]

6-65 V ehicle Identification Number (VIN) This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver ’ s side. Y ou can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the V ehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certif[...]

6-66 Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty . Some add - on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should. Y our [...]

6-67 Fuses and Circuit Br eakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver - colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad[...]

6-68 Fuse/Cir cuit Breaker Usage A Not Used B Not Used 1 Not Used 2 Cigarette Lighter , Data Link Connector Fuse/Circuit Breaker Usage 3 Cruise Control, Body Controls TBC, Cruise Module, Cruise Switch 4 Gages, Body Controls TBC, Instrument Panel Cluster , B+ Power 5 Parking Lamps, Power W indow Switch, TBC, Ashtray Lamp 6 Steering Wheel, Illuminati[...]

6-69 Fuse/Cir cuit Breaker Usage 14 Power Locks 15 4WD Switch, Engine Control (VCM, PCM, T ransmission) 16 Supplemental Inflatable Restraint 17 Front W iper 18 Steering Wheel, Radio, Ignition 19 Radio Battery 20 Amplifier 21 HV AC I, HV AC Control Head, HV AC Devices 22 Anti - Lock Brakes 23 Rear W iper 24 Radio, Ignition Engine Compartment Fuse Bl[...]

6-70 Name Usage TRL TRN Not Used TRR TRN Not Used TRL B/U Not Used VEH B/U V ehicle Back - Up Lamps R T TURN Right Turn Signal Front Name Usage L T TURN Left T urn Signal Front HDLP W/W Not Used L T TRN Left T urn Signal Rear R T TRN Right T urn Signal Rear RR PRK Right Rear Parking Lamps TRL PRK Not Used L T HDLP Left Headlamp R T HDLP Right Headl[...]

6-71 Name Usage B/U LP Back - Up Lamps A/C Air Conditioning W/W PMP Not Used HORN Horn IGN B Column Feed, IGN 2, 3, 4 RAP Retained Accessory Power LD LEV Not Used OXYSEN Oxygen Sensor IGN E Engine MIR/LKS Mirrors, Door Locks FOG LP Fog Lamps IGN A Starting and Charging IGN 1 STUD #2 Accessory Feeds, Electric Brake P ARKLP Parking Lamps LR PRK Left [...]

6-72 Replacement Bulbs* Lamps Number Halogen Headlamps, Composite Low - Beam 9006 HB4 or 9006 LL Halogen Headlamps, Composite High - Beam 9005 HB3 T ail and Stoplamps 3057 Rear Sidemarker Lamps 194 Front Sidemarker Lamps 194NA Front T urn Signal Lamps 3457A Center High - Mounted Stoplamp 21 1 - 2 *For replacement bulbs not listed here, please consu[...]

6-73 Automatic T ransmission Drain and Refill 5.0 quarts (4.7 L) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Differential Fluid Rear Axle 4.0 pints (1.9 L) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Front Axle 2.6 pints (1.2 L) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . All capacities are approximate. After refill, the level must be checked. All capacities are approximate. [...]

6-74 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest information available at the time of printing and are subject to change. If a part listed in this manual is not the same as the part used in your vehicle when it was built, or if you have any questions, please contact your GM dealer . ?[...]

7- 7-1 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Y our vehicle needs these services to retain its safety , dependability and emission control performance. 7 - 2 Introduction 7 - 4 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 - 8 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7 - 32 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled [...]

7-2 Have you pur chased the GM Pr otection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your W arranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details. Introduction Y our V ehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. All r[...]

7-3 How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explains what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your dealer ’ s service department or another[...]

7-4 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Y our Maintenance Schedule W e 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. Y ou 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 . Y ou[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-5 Short T rip/City Definition Follow the Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: Most trips are less than 5 miles (8 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop -[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-6 Short T rip/City Intervals Every 90,000 Miles (150 000 km): Fuel Filter Replacement (2200 L4 engine only). Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug W ire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. 4.3L V6 Engine Only: Positive Crankcase V entilation (PCV) V alve Inspection. Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System Ser[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-7 Long T rip/Highway Intervals Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Chassis Lubrication (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Drive Axle Service. T ire Rotation. Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Automatic T ransmission Service (severe conditions only[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-8 The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km) for the life[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-9 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joint[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-10 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joi[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-1 1 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace fi[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-12 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity jo[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-13 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity jo[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-14 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity jo[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-15 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: – In heavy city traf fic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F (32 C) or higher . – In hilly or mountainous terrain. – When doing frequent trailer towing. – Uses suc[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-16 36,000 Miles (60 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotatio[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-17 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity jo[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-18 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) (Continued) For T wo - Wheel - Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first). Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: – In heavy cit[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-19 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity jo[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-20 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity jo[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-21 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity jo[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-22 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: – In heavy city traf fic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F (32 C) or higher . – In hilly or mountainous terrain. – When doing[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-23 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity j[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-24 69,000 Miles (1 15 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity [...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-25 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) For T wo - Wheel - Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (o[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-26 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity j[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-27 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity j[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-28 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity j[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-29 Replace fuel filter . An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote .) Replace engine air cleaner filter . An Emission Contr ol Service. Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) Chan[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-30 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity j[...]

Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-31 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Contr ol Service. Replace spark plugs. An Emission Contr ol Service. If you haven’t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and, therefore, haven’t changed your automatic transmission fluid, change both the fl[...]

Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-32 The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km) for the l[...]

Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-33 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity[...]

Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-34 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) (Continued) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: – In heavy city traf fic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F (32 C) or higher . – In hilly or mountainous terrain. – When doin[...]

Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-35 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocit[...]

Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-36 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) (Continued) Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 4.3L V6 Engine Only: Replace fuel filter . An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote .) Replace engine air cleaner filter . [...]

Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-37 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocit[...]

Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-38 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) If you haven’t used your vehicle under severe conditions listed previously and, therefore, haven’t changed your automatic transmission fluid, change both the fluid and filter . Manual transmission fluid doesn’ t require change. 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) Change engine oil an[...]

Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-39 For T wo - Wheel - Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining, whichever occurs first). Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: – In heavy city traf fic where the outside temper[...]

Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-40 67,500 Miles (1 12 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant veloc[...]

Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-41 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: – In heavy city traf fic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F (32 C) or higher . – In hilly or mountainous terrain. – When doing frequent trailer towing. – Uses s[...]

Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-42 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant veloci[...]

Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-43 Replace fuel filter . An Emission Contr ol Service. (See footnote .) Replace engine air cleaner filter . An Emission Contr ol Service. Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) Ch[...]

Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-44 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Contr ol Service. Replace spark plugs. An Emission Contr ol Service. If you haven’t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and, therefore, haven’t changed your automatic transmission fluid, change both the [...]

7-45 Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety , dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, ma[...]

7-46 At Least T wice a Y ear Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly . Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any[...]

7-47 Manual T ransmission Check Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See “Manual T ransmission Fluid” in the Index. Check for leaks. A fluid leak is the only reason for fluid loss. Have the system inspected and repaired if needed. Automatic T ransmission Check Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See “Automatic T r[...]

7-48 Starter Switch Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly . If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below . 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake. See “Parking Brake” in the Index if necessary[...]

7-49 Automatic T ransmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly . If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below . 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. S[...]

7-50 Parking Brake and Automatic T ransmission P ARK (P) Mechanism Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. Y ou or others could be injured and pr operty could be damaged. Make sure ther e is room in fr ont of your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be r eady to apply the regular brake at once should the vehic[...]

7-51 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). Y ou should let your dealer ’ s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sur e any necessary r epairs ar e completed at once. Proper pr[...]

7-52 Fuel System Inspection Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks. Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser . T o help ensure proper[...]

7-53 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer . USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol of the proper viscosity . T o determine the preferred viscosi[...]

7-54 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Automatic T ransmission DEXRON - III Automatic T ransmission Fluid. Key Lock Cylinders Multi - Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC - LB. Front Wheel Bea[...]

7-55 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Clutch Pushrod to Clutch Fork Joint Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC - LB. Hood Latch Assembly , Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricant meet[...]

7-56 Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should r[...]

7-57 Maintenance Record DA TE ODOMETER READING SER VICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED[...]

7-58 Maintenance Record DA TE ODOMETER READING SER VICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED[...]

7-59 Maintenance Record DA TE ODOMETER READING SER VICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED[...]

7-60 Maintenance Record DA TE ODOMETER READING SER VICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED[...]

7-61 Maintenance Record DA TE ODOMETER READING SER VICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED[...]

7-62 Maintenance Record DA TE ODOMETER READING SER VICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED[...]

8- 8-1 Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact GMC if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects. 8 - 2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8 - 4 Customer Assistance for T ext T elephone (TTY) Users 8 - 4 Customer Assistance Offices 8 -[...]

8-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedur e Y our satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to GMC. Normally , any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer ’ s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however , despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can[...]

8-3 STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the GMC Consumer Relations Manager by calling 1-800-GMC-8782 (1-800-462-8782, Customer Assistance prompt). In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by callin[...]

8-4 Y ou may contact the BBB using the toll - free telephone number or write them at the following address: BBB Auto Line Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. 4200 W ilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington, V A 22203 - 1804 T elephone: 1 - 800 - 955 - 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Eligibility is limit[...]

8-5 Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (For T ext T elephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 All Overseas Locations Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Mexi[...]

8-6 Roadside Assistance GMC’ s Roadside Assistance provides stranded owners with over - the - phone roadside repairs, location of the nearest GMC dealer or the following special services: Flat T ire Change: Installation of spare tire will be covered at no charge (customer is responsible for repair or replacement of tire). Fuel Delivery: Delivery [...]

8-7 T rip Interruption Assistance: GMC will reimburse any reasonable trip interruption expenses (up to $500.00) when directly associated with warranty disablement. T rip Interruption service covers expenses such as meals and overnight lodging if vehicle disablement occurs at least 150 miles (240 km) from your home or rental property . Y ou will be [...]

8-8 Courtesy T ransportation GMC has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. T o enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy T ransportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. The Courtesy T ransportation program is offered to retail purchase/lease custom[...]

8-9 Public T ransportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, reimbursement up to $30 per day (five days maximum) may be available for the use of public transportation such as taxi or bus. In addition, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses u[...]

8-10 Canadian V ehicles: For warranty repairs during the Complete V ehicle Coverage period of the General Motors of Canada New V ehicle Limited W arranty , alternative transportation may be available under the Courtesy T ransportation Program. Please consult your dealer for details. General Motors r eserves the right to unilaterally modify , change[...]

8-1 1 REPOR TING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify T ransport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. Y ou may write to: T ransport Canada 330 Sparks Street T ower C Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0N5 REPOR T ING SAFET[...]

8-12 SER VICE PUBLICA TIONS ORDERING INFORMA TION Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body , etc. RET AIL SELL PRICE: $120.00 T ransmission, T ransaxle, T ransfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair ser[...]