Chevrolet 2004 TRACKER manual

Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1 - 1 Front Seats ............................................... 1 - 2 Rear Seats ............................................... 1 - 5 Safety Belts .............................................. 1 - 9 Child Restraints ....................................... 1-29 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ......... 1-52 Restraint System Check ............................ 1-59 Features and Controls ..................................... 2 - 1 Keys ........................................................ 2 - 2 Doors and Locks ....................................... 2 - 6 Windows ................................................. 2-10 Starting and[...]

GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem and the name TRACKER are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual. Please keep this manual in your vehicle, so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road. If you sell the vehicle, please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it. Canadian Owners You can obtain a French copy of this [...]

Index A good place to look for what you need is the Index in back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual, and the page number where you will find it. Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. { CAUTION: These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people. In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard. Please read these cautions. If you don’t, you or others could be hurt. You will also find a circle with a slash through it i[...]

Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice will tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in dif ferent words. You’ll also see warning labels on your vehicle. They use the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE. Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols, used on your vehicle, are sh[...]

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Front Seats ..................................................... .1-2 Manual Seats ............................................... .1-2 Manual Lumbar ............................................. .1-3 Reclining Seatbacks ....................................... .1-3 Head Restraints ............................................ .1-5 Rear Seats ...................................................... .1-5 Rear Seat Operation ...................................... .1-5 Safety Belts .................................................... .1-9 Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone ................ .1-9 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ..... .1-13 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ................[...]

Front Seats Manual Seats { CAUTION: You 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 driver’s seat only when the vehicle is not moving. Lift the lever located under the front seat to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever. Then try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place. 1-2[...]

Manual Lumbar If your vehicle has this feature, turn the knob located on the driver’s side seatback to adjust support of the lower back. Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it. Pull up on the lever, and the seatback will go to the upright position. 1-3[...]

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 reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job because it won’t be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt can’t do its job either. In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at your pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upr[...]

Head Restraints Adjust your head restraint 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. The head restraint can be adjusted to four positions. To raise the restraint, pull up on the restraint. To lower the restraint, push in the release button while you push down on the restraint. Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation { CAUTION: If a head restraint is not installed on the seatback or stored in the vehicle properly, it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver. People in the vehicle could be injured. Remove the head restraints only when you need to fold the seat, and be sure that the head restr[...]

Folding the Seatback The rear seat in your vehicle folds to provide more cargo space. To fold the rear seats do the following: 1. Fold the safety belt buckles and center safety belt (if equipped) into the pocket of the rear seatback. 2. Pull the release straps located near the center of the vehicle to release the seat cushion. Fold the seat cushion forward. 1-6[...]

3. Remove the head restraint from the seatback by raising the head restraint fully. Press the release button and remove the head restraint from the seatback. 4. Store the head restraint in the top of the folded seat cushion. 5. Pull up on the seatback release knob(s) on top of the seatback and fold the seatback down. 1-7[...]

6. Secure the two black straps attached to the back of the folded seat cushion by hooking them onto the knobs on the back of the seatback when folded down. To raise the rear seat do the following: 1. Unhook the two black straps from the buttons on the seatback. 2. Fold the rear seatback up. Push and pull on the seatback to ensure it’s locked in position. 3. Reinstall the head restraints by inserting them into the seatback. Make sure the head restraints are secure in the seatback. 4. Insert the plates of the two black straps into their storage slots on the bottom of the seat cushion. 5. Fold the seat cushion back and make sure it is locked into position. 6. Remove the safety belt buckles an[...]

Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. { 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 safety belt, your injuries can be much worse. You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it. You can be seriously injured or killed. In the same crash, you might not be, if you are buckled up. Always fasten your safety belt, and check that your passengers’ belts are fastened properly too. { CAUTION: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or o[...]

You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a person wouldn’t survive. But most crashes are in between. In many of them, people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away. Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed. After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles, the facts are clear. In most crashes buckling up does matter... a lot! Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat on wheels. 1-10[...]

Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. 1-11[...]

The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... or the instrument panel... 1-12[...]

or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q: Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? A: You could be – whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you can unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down. And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted. Q: If my vehicle has air bags, why should I have to wear safety belts? A: Air bags [...]

Q: If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident – even one that isn’t your fault – you and your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers. Most accidents occur within 25 miles (40 km) of home. And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph (65 km/h). Safety belts are for everyone. How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different[...]

Driver Position This part describes the driver’s restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” in the Index. 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 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 plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see Safety Belt Exte[...]

5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there’s a sudden stop or crash, or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor. 1-16[...]

Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. To move it down, pull the knob and move the height adjuster to the desired position. You can move the adjuster up just by pulling out the knob and sliding the adjuster up. After you move the adjuster to where you want it, try to move it down without pulling out the knob to make sure it has locked into position. Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder. 1-17[...]

Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way. { CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. 1-18[...]

Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. { CAUTION: You 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 there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. 1-19[...]

Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is over an armrest. { CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen, not at the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries. Be sure the belt goes under the armrests. 1-20[...]

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: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which aren’t as strong as shoulder bones. You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen. 1-21[...]

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

To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don’t wear safety belts. A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below the rounding, throughout the pregnancy. 1-23[...]

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 To learn how to wear the right front passenger’s safety belt properly, see Driver Position on page 1-15 . The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same way as the driver’s safety belt – except for one thing. If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way, you will engage the child restraint locking feature. If this happens, just let the belt go back all the way and star[...]

Lap Belt When you sit in the center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. The word CENTER is on both the buckle and latch plate. Also, the center buckle and latch plate are a different color than the two outboard buckles and latch plates. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-28 . Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you [...]

Rear Seat Passengers It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts. Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap-Shoulder Belt 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[...]

2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-28 . 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. 3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And [...]

{ CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. 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 you, and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose. Don’t let someone else use it, and use it on[...]

Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts? A: If possible, an older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips, just touching the top of the thighs. It should never be worn over the abdomen, which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash. Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat. In a crash, children who are not buckled up can strike other people[...]

{ CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. Q: What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck? A: Move the child toward the center of the vehicle, but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child’s shoulder, so that in a crash the child’s upper body would have the restraint the belt provides. If the child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very close to the child’s face or ne[...]

{ 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 CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs. This applies belt force to the child’s pelvic bones in a crash. Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither t[...]

{ 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. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-lb. (110 kg) force on a person’s arms. A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint. 1-32[...]

{ CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them. Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide. 1-33[...]

Q: What are the different types of add-on child restraints? A: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child’s weight, height, and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used. For most basic types of child restraints, there are many different models available. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. The restraint manufacturer’s ins[...]

{ CAUTION: The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child’s abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that’s unprotected by any bony structure. This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries. Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints. Child Restraint Systems An infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or [...]

A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields. 1-36[...]

A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a five-point harness. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window. Q: How do child restraints work? A: A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or position children. A built-in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add-on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle’s owner. For many years, add-on child restraints have used the adult belt system in the vehicle. To h[...]

When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system or the LATCH system in your vehicle, but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury. When securing an add-on child restraint, refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both, and to this manual. The child restraint in[...]

CAUTION: (Continued) If you secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat. Wherever you install it, be sure to secure the child restraint properly. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle – even when no child is in it. Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.” It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored to[...]

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. { CAUTION: Each top tether bracket is designed to anchor only one child restraint. Attaching more than one child restraint to a single bracket could cause the anchor to come loose or even break during a crash. A child or others could be injured if this happens. To help prevent injury to people and damage to your vehicle, attach only one child restraint per bracket. Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points. Be sure to use an anchor p[...]

Top Strap Anchor Location Your vehicle’s top strap anchors for the rear seating positions are located on the floor of the rear cargo area, along the outside edge. If your vehicle is equipped with a luggage compartment cover, remove it before using the top strap. When routing the top strap at an outboard seating position, pass it between the head restraint and the rear seatback. When routing the top strap at the center seating position, be sure to pass it between the rear seatbacks if the top strap connection to the child restraint is below the top of the rear seatback. Don’t use a child restraint with a top strap anchor in the right front passenger’s position, because there’s no pla[...]

Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You will find anchors (A) for the two rear outside seat positions. This system, designed to make installation of child restraints easier, does not use the vehicle’s safety belts. Instead, it uses vehicle anchors (A, B) and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints. Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether strap (C). 1-42[...]

In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, you need a child restraint designed for that system. To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system, each seating position with the LATCH system has a label on the seatback at each lower anchor position. The labels are located near the base of the seatbacks. { CAUTION: If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points, the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Make sure that a LATCH-type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points, or use the vehicle’s safety belts to secure the restraint, [...]

Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1. Find the LATCH anchorages for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Attach and tighten the LATCH attachments on the child restraint to the LATCH anchorages in the vehicle. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 4. If the child restraint is forward-facing, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchorage. The child restraint instructions will show you how. Also see Top Strap on page 1-39 . 5. Push and pull the child restraint in dif ferent directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child res[...]

3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 1-45[...]

5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. If you are using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 6. Push and pull the child restraint in dif ferent directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. 1-46[...]

Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position Four–Door Models If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 1-42 . See Top Strap on page 1-39 if the child has one. If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the lap belt to secure the child restraint in this position. The word CENTER is on both the buckle and latch plate. Also, the center buckle and latch plate are a different color than the two outboard buckles and latch plates. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child restraint when and as the instructions say. 1. [...]

4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint. If you are using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 6. Push and pull the child restraint in dif ferent directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt. It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. 1-48[...]

Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 1-42 . See Top Strap on page 1-39 if the child restraint has one. Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in this seat. Here is why: { CAUTION: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger’s air bag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. Always secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat. A rear seat is a sa[...]

If you install a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, you will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. 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. Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag, always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward-facing child restraint. See Manual Seats on page 1-2 . 2. Put the restraint on the seat. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will sho[...]

5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in dif ferent directions to be sure it is secure. To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. 1-51[...]

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) This part explains the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) or air bag system. Your vehicle has air bags – one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger. Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag. But these air bags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal regulations. Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system: { CAUTION: You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt — even if you have air bags. Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hittin[...]

{ CAUTION: Air bags inflate with great force, 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 back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle. { CAUTION: Anyone who is 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 the best protection for adults, but not for young children and infants. CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) Neither the [...]

Where Are the Air Bags? The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. 1-54[...]

{ 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 severe injury or even death. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering. When Should an Air Bag Inflate? 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, [...]

How Does an Air Bag Restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. Air bags supplement the protection provided by safety belts. Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant’s upper body, stopping the occupant more gradually. But air bags would not help you in many types of collisions, including rollovers, rear impacts and many side impacts, primarily because an occupant’s motion is not toward those air bags. Air bags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts, and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions[...]

In many crashes severe enough to inflate the air bag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag. • Air bags are designed to inflate only once. After an air bag inflates, you will need some new parts for your air bag system. If you do not get them, the air bag system will not be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts. The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts. • Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which records information about the air bag system. The module re[...]

Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle. You don’t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-11 . { CAUTION: For up to 15 seconds after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected, an air bag can still inflate during improper service. You can be injured if you are close to an air bag when it inflates. Avoid wires wrapped with y[...]

Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle 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 properly? 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 from working properly in a crash. Q: Is there anything I might add to the front of the vehicle that could keep the air bags from working properly? A: Yes. If you add things that change your vehicle’s frame, bumper system, front end sheet metal or height, they may keep the air bag system from working properly. Also, the air bag system may not work properly[...]

Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash { CAUTION: A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible. If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belt or LATCH system parts? 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 the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash, you [...]

Keys .............................................................. .2-2 Remote Keyless Entry System ........................ .2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation .......... .2-4 Doors and Locks ............................................ .2-6 Door Locks ................................................... .2-6 Power Door Locks ......................................... .2-7 Rear Door Security Locks ............................... .2-8 Leaving Your Vehicle ..................................... .2-9 Tailgate ....................................................... .2-9 Windows ....................................................... .2-10 Manual Windows ....................................[...]

Keys { CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The children or others could be badly injured or even killed. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children. 2-2[...]

One key is used for the ignition, the doors and all other locks. When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer removes the metal plate from the key ring and gives it to the first owner. The metal plate has a code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys. Keep the code in a safe place. If you lose your keys, you’ll be able to have new ones made easily using this code. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-5 for more information. Notice: If you ever lock your keys in your vehicle, you may have to damage the vehicle to get in. Be sure you have spare keys. Remote Keyless Entry System If equipped, the remote keyless entry system operates on a radio freque[...]

At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: • Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather. • Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. Take a few steps to the left or right, hold the transmitter higher, and try again. • Check to determine if battery replacement or resynchronization is necessary. See “Battery Replacement” and “Resynchronization” under “Remote Keyless Entry System Operation” following th[...]

Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer. When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters must also be matched. Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter, the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle. Each vehicle can have a maximum of two transmitters matched to it. Battery Replacement Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should l[...]

Resynchronization Your remote keyless entry system is equipped with a security system that prevents anyone from recording and playing back your signal. The transmitter does not send the same signal twice to the receiver. The receiver will not respond to a signal that has been sent to it more than once. To resynchronize your transmitter and receiver, follow these directions: 1. Stand close to your vehicle. 2. Press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons on the transmitter at the same time for at least seven seconds. During this time, the doors should lock and unlock once. This confirms the resynchronization. If the doors do not lock and unlock, see your dealer for service. Doors and Locks Door[...]

There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. From the outside, use your key. To lock the door, turn the key toward the front of the vehicle. To unlock the door, turn the key toward the rear. To lock the door from the inside, push down on the manual lock rod located on the door. To unlock it, pull up on the manual lock rod. If your vehicle is equipped with the remote keyless entry system, you can use the transmitter to lock and unlock the doors. See “Remote Keyless Entry System” previously in this section. Power Door Locks If your vehicle has power door locks, the switch is located on the driver’s door armrest. To lock all the doors and the tailgate, press the right side of t[...]

Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle may be equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your vehicle from the inside. The rear security door locks are located on the inside of the rear doors. Using the Rear Door Security Lock 1. Move the lever down to engage the lock. 2. Close the door. 3. Do the same to the other rear door lock. The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use. Opening a Rear Door When the Security Lock Is On If you want to open a rear door when the security lock is on, unlock the door, then open the door from the outside. If you don’t cancel the security lock feature, adult[...]

Canceling a Rear Door Security Lock 1. Unlock the door from the inside and open the door from the outside. 2. Move the lever up to disengage the lock. 3. Do the same for the other rear door. The rear door locks will now work normally. Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle, take your keys, open your door and set the locks from inside. Then get out and close the door. Tailgate { CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the tailgate open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You can not see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the tailgate open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through [...]

Windows { CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. 2-10[...]

Manual Windows Use the window crank to open and close each window. Power Windows With power windows, switches on the driver’s door operate each window while the ignition is on. Push down on the front of the switch to lower a window and lift up the front of the switch to raise a window. There is an individual control near each window. Express-Down Window The AUTO switch for the driver’s window has an express down feature. To use express down, push the switch all the way down. Release the switch and the window will lower completely. Pull up on the switch lightly and release it to stop the window partway. Window Lock Press the right side of the switch to activate the lock feature. The passe[...]

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle does not need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: • Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for the first 500 miles (805 km). • Do not drive at any one speed — fast or slow — for the first 500 miles (805 km). Do not make full-throttle starts. • Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time your new brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. • Do not tow a[...]

{ 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 ACC. Do not push the key in while the vehicle is moving. Notice: Using a tool to force the key from the ignition switch could cause damage or break the key. Use the correct key and turn the key only with your hand. Make sure the key is all the way in. If it is, turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard. If none of this works, then your vehicle needs service. ACC (ACCESSORY) (B): This is the position in wh[...]

Starting Your Engine Automatic Transmission Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won’t start in any other position — that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Notice: Do not try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle is moving. If you do, you could damage the transmission. Shift to PARK (P) only when your vehicle is stopped. Manual Transmission The shift lever should be in NEUTRAL and the parking brake engaged. Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine. Your vehicle won’t start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down — that’s a safety feature. 1. With your foot of f the accelerator pedal, turn[...]

Engine Coolant Heater If your vehicle has this feature, in very cold weather, 0°F (18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. At temperatures above 32°F (0°C), use of the coolant heater is not required. To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn of f the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. It is located at the front of the engine compartment on the driver’s side. { CAUTION: Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extens[...]

How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area. Automatic Transmission Operation There are several different positions for your shift lever. PARK (P): This position locks your rear wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily. { CAUTION: It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the pa[...]

{ CAUTION: If you have four-wheel drive, your vehicle will be free to roll — even if your shift lever is in PARK (P) — if your transfer case is in NEUTRAL. So, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear, two-wheel high (2H) or four-wheel high (4H) or four-wheel low (4L) — not in NEUTRAL. See Shifting Into Park (P) on page 2-25 Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) before starting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) while the ignition key is in ON. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever, then push the shift lever all the way [...]

Notice: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine running at high speed may damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Be sure the engine is not running at high speed when shifting your vehicle. DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: • Going less than about 15 mph (25 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. • Going about 15 mph (25 km/h) or more, push your accelerator pedal all the way down. You’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power. SECOND (2): This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy. You can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can help contro[...]

Overdrive Of f If your vehicle has this feature, the overdrive-off button is located on the left side of the shift lever. When operating under normal conditions, the vehicle will automatically default to overdrive when initially started until it is disengaged. If overdrive is turned off and the vehicle is turned off, when the vehicle is restarted, overdrive will automatically turn back on. By operating the overdrive off button, with the ignition in the ON position, the four-speed automatic transmission (three-speed plus overdrive) can be converted to a three-speed automatic transmission. While in the three-speed mode, the transmission will not shift into the overdrive position. To convert th[...]

Power Mode A power mode selector switch is included with the four-speed automatic transmission. When you need more power for climbing hills or quicker acceleration, press the P (power) switch. The POWER indicator light on the instrument panel cluster will come on. For normal driving, press the N (normal) switch. The POWER indicator light will go off. The power mode delays the automatic transmission shift points to allow for higher engine speeds in each gear. The automatic transmission also has the ability to provide SECOND (2) gear starts for improved traction on slippery surfaces. The power mode selector switch must be in the P mode and the transmission shift lever in SECOND (2), which will[...]

THIRD (3), FOURTH (4), FIFTH (5): Shift into THIRD (3), FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5) the same way you do for SECOND (2). Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. To stop, let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal. Just before the vehicle stops, press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal, and shift to NEUTRAL. NEUTRAL: Use this position when you start or idle your engine. REVERSE (R): To back up, press down the clutch pedal and shift into REVERSE (R). Let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal. You cannot go from FIFTH (5) into REVERSE (R). If you try, you will be locked out. You must first shift into NEUTRAL, move the shif[...]

Four-Wheel Drive If your vehicle has four-wheel drive, you can send your engine’s driving power to all four wheels for extra traction. To shift out of two-wheel drive and into four-wheel drive, move the transfer case shift lever to FOUR-WHEEL HIGH (4H) or FOUR-WHEEL LOW (4L). You should use TWO-WHEEL HIGH (2H) for most normal driving. See “Transfer Case” following. Notice: Driving on pavement in four-wheel drive for an extended period of time may cause premature wear on your vehicle’s powertrain. Do not drive in four-wheel drive on pavement for extended periods of time. Transfer Case The transfer case shift lever is on the floor to the right of the driver. Use this lever to shift in[...]

Your vehicle’s transfer case shift lever may shake or vibrate. This is normal and your vehicle does not require service. TWO-WHEEL HIGH (2H): This setting is for driving in most street and highway situations. Your front axle is not engaged in two-wheel drive. FOUR-WHEEL HIGH (4H): This setting engages your front axle to help drive your vehicle. Use FOUR-WHEEL HIGH (4H) when you need extra traction, such as on wet or icy roads, or in most off-road situations. NEUTRAL (N): Shift to this setting only when your vehicle needs to be towed. { CAUTION: Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK (P), or if you have a manual transmission,[...]

Parking Brake To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down and pull up on the parking brake lever. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down. Pull the parking brake lever up until you can push in the release button located on the end of the lever. Hold the release button in as you move the lever all the way down. Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts. Verify that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving. If you are towing a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-57 . 2-[...]

Shifting Into Park (P) { CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. With four-wheel drive, if your transfer case is in NEUTRAL, your vehicle will be free to roll, even if your shift lever is in PARK (P). So, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear — not in NEUTRAL. If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-57 . 1. Hold the brake pedal down with you[...]

Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running { CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. If you have four-wheel drive and your transfer case is in NEUTRAL, your vehicle will be free to roll, even if your shift lever is in PARK (P). So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear – not in NEUTRAL. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire. You or others could be injured. Don’t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to. Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don’[...]

Shifting Out of Park (P) Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in the ON position. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-16 . If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever — push the shift lever all the way into PARK (P) and release the shift lever button as you maintain brake application. Then press the shift lever button and move the shift lever into the gear you wish to be in. If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can’t shift out of PARK (P), try this: 1. Apply the parking brake until the end of Step 6. 2. If the[...]

3. Find the access hole cover on the driver’s side of the console, near the shift lever. 4. Remove the screw and cover. 5. Inside, you’ll see the return plate. Using your finger, move the return plate toward the rear of the vehicle until it stops. 6. Move the shift lever into the gear you want while, while holding the return plate in the most rearward position. 7. Have the vehicle fixed as soon as possible. Parking Your Vehicle Before you get out of your manual transmission vehicle, put your shift lever in REVERSE (R) and firmly apply the parking brake. Once the shift lever has been placed into REVERSE (R) with the clutch pedal pressed in, you can turn the ignition key to LOCK, remove[...]

Engine Exhaust { CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can not see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: • Your exhaust system sounds strange or different. • Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. • Your vehicle was damaged in a collision. CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) • Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris. • Repairs were not done correctly. • Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly. If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle: • Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO; an[...]

Running Your Engine While You Are Parked It is 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 on page 2-29 . Also, idling in a closed-in place can let deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your vehicle even if the climate control fan is at the highest setting. One place this can happen is a garage. Exhaust — with CO — can come in easily. NEVER park in a garage with the engine running. Another closed-in place can be a blizzard. See Winter Driving on page 4-40 . { CAUTION: It can be dang[...]

{ CAUTION: Four-wheel drive vehicles with the transfer case in NEUTRAL will allow the vehicle to roll, even if your shift lever is in PARK (P). So, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear — not in NEUTRAL. Always set your parking brake. Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle will not move. See Shifting Into Park (P) on page 2-25 . If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-57 . Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror An inside rearview mirror is attached to your windshield. The mirror can be adjusted up and down or side to side. The mirror may also be equipped with reading lamps. The mirror can also be adjusted for day or night driving. Pull the tab for night driving[...]

Outside Manual Mirrors Adjust these mirrors by hand so that you can see a little of the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position. Outside Power Mirrors If your vehicle has power mirrors, the selector switch is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel. You can only adjust the mirrors when the ignition switch is in ON or ACC. To adjust the mirrors do the following: 1. Move the selector switch to the L (left) or R (right) to select the mirror you wish to adjust. 2. Press the outer part of the four-way control pad, located below the selector switch, that coincides with the direction you want the mirror to go. 3. Return the selector switch to the c[...]

Outside Convex Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. { CAUTION: A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes. Storage Areas Glove Box Use your key to lock and unlock the glove box. To open the glove box, pull the latch toward you. The glove box may have a two-position detent for opening the door. Lower the door to the first detent for access to the glove box. Pull it to the next detent for fur[...]

Luggage Carrier { CAUTION: If you try to carry something on top of your vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier — like paneling, plywood, a mattress and so forth — the wind can catch it as you drive along. This can cause you to lose control. What you are carrying could be violently torn off, and this could cause you or other drivers to have a collision, and of course damage your vehicle. You may be able to carry something like this inside. But, never carry something longer or wider than the luggage carrier on top of your vehicle. Your vehicle’s luggage carrier has side rails and may be equipped with crossrails attached to the roof to secure cargo. Use GM accessory rack[...]

Be sure the cargo is properly loaded. Follow these guidelines: • Carrying small, heavy loads on the roof is not recommended. • Do not load cargo directly on the roof panel. • Tie the load to the tie down loops at both ends of the crossrails to keep loads from shifting. • If you need to carry long items, move the crossrails as far apart as possible. Tie the load to the tie downs provided. Do not tie the load so tightly that the crossrails and side rails are damaged. Notice: Loading cargo on the luggage carrier that weighs more than 100 lbs. (45 kg) or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage your vehicle. Load cargo so that it rests on the slats as far forward as possibl[...]

Convenience Net You may have a convenience net in the rear of your vehicle. The net is not designed to store items during off-road use. The net is not for larger, heavier items. Attach the loops to the hooks located along the sides of the rear cargo area. You may attach the convenience net loops to either the forward or the rear hooks. Cargo Cover Luggage or other cargo placed in the luggage compartment can be hidden from view by a luggage compartment cover, if your vehicle has this feature. However, the luggage compartment covers are not designed to support items loaded on top of them, and should not be used as a shelf. Use the anchors in the rear of the vehicle to hook the cargo cover in p[...]

Instrument Panel Overview .............................. .3-2 Hazard Warning Flashers ............................... .3-4 Other Warning Devices .................................. .3-5 Horn ............................................................ .3-5 Tilt Wheel .................................................... .3-5 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ........................ .3-6 Exterior Lamps ............................................ .3-13 Interior Lamps ............................................. .3-16 Accessory Power Outlets .............................. .3-18 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter ....................... .3-19 Climate Controls .........................................[...]

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The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Side Defroster Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-22 . B. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-22 . C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-6 . D. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-27 . E. Windshield Wipers Lever. See “Windshield Wipers” under Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-6 . F. Hazard Button. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-4 . G. Rear Window Defogger Button (If Equipped). See “Rear Window Defogger” under Climate Control System on page 3-19 . H. Cruise Control Button (If Equipped). See “Cruise Control” under [...]

Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. The hazard warning button is located on the instrument panel near the comfort controls. Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in. Press this button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. Press the button again to turn the flashers off. When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won’t work. 3-4[...]

Other Warning 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. Horn To sound the horn, press the portion of your steering wheel marked with the horn symbol. Tilt Wheel If your vehicle has a tilt wheel, you can adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter your vehicle. The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering wheel column. To tilt the wheel, hold the wheel and move the lever down. Then move the wheel to a comfortable position and release the lever to lock the wheel in p[...]

Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: • Turn and Lane-Change Signals • Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer • Flash-to-Pass • Manual Operation of Headlamps and Parklamps For information on exterior lamps, see Exterior Lamps on page 3-13 . Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has an upward (for right) and a downward (for left) position. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. To [...]

Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer First, you must have the headlamps on. For high beams, push the turn signal lever toward the instrument panel. While the high beams are on, a light on the instrument panel cluster also will be on. It will go off when you switch to low beam. To switch back to low beams, pull the lever toward you. Flash to Pass With the lever in the low-beam position, pull the lever toward you to momentarily switch to high beam (to signal that you are going to pass). When you release the lever, the headlamps will return to low-beam operation. Windshield Wipers Use this lever located on the right side of the steering wheel to operate the windshield wipers and washers. OFF: Move th[...]

LO (Low Speed): For steady wiping at low speed, move the stalk down to LO. HI (High Speed): For higher speed wiping, move the stalk down further to HI. L (Mist): Move the lever all the way down to this position for a single wiping cycle. Hold it there until the windshield wipers start; then let go. The windshield wipers will stop after one wipe. If you want more wipes, hold the band at this position longer. Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely. To avoid damage, be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they’re frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become damaged, get n[...]

Rear Window Washer/Wiper To turn on your rear wiper, push the upper button. Push the same button again to turn it off. To spray washer fluid on the rear window, push the lower button about halfway down. Washer fluid will spray as long as you hold this button. To wash and wipe at the same time, push the button all the way in. The washer and wiper will run as long as you hold this button. To add washer fluid, see Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-37 . Cruise Control If your vehicle has cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control will not set at speeds below about 2[...]

Setting Cruise Control 1. Press the CRUISE ON/OFF button located on the instrument panel to turn the system on. The indicator light in the button will come on. Wait at least one second after turning the system on before setting a speed. Once the CRUISE ON/OFF switch is turned on, it will come on each time you start your vehicle until you manually turn if off. 2. Accelerate to the speed you want, turn the end of the lever to COAST SET and release it; the CRUISE light will come on. Cruise will not set below 25 mph (40 km/h). 3. Take your foot of f the accelerator pedal. 3-10[...]

Resuming a Set Speed If you set your cruise control at a desired speed then suspend cruise by applying the brake, by pressing the clutch pedal if you have a manual transmission or by pressing CANCEL, you don’t need to reset it. You may resume your previously set speed by briefly turning the switch to RESUME ACCEL (Accelerate), provided your speed has not dropped below 25 mph (40 km/h). If your speed has dropped below 25 mph (40 km/h), accelerate to 25 mph (40 km/h) or greater then turn the switch to RESUME ACCEL. There is a short time delay after your speed is suspended until you can reset the cruise control to your desired speed. Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two [...]

Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier. 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 have 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, applying the brake suspends cruise control. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don’t use cruise control on steep hills. Suspendi[...]

Exterior Lamps The lever on the left side of the steering column operates the exterior lamps. Turn the outside part of the lever to operate the lamps. The exterior lamps control has three positions: OFF: Turn the control to this position to turn off all lamps, except the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) or if the Automatic Headlamp System is working. ; (Parking Lamps): Turn the control to this position to turn on the parking lamps, together with the following: • Sidemarker Lamps • Taillamps • License Plate Lamp • Instrument Panel Lights P (Headlamps): Turn the control to this position to turn on the headlamps, together with the previously listed lamps and lights. 3-13[...]

Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada. The DRL system will make your headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when the three following conditions are met: • The ignition is on with the engine running, • the exterior lamps control is off or the parking lights are on, and • the parking brake is released. When the DRL are on, only your headlamps will be on at a reduced [...]

Automatic Headlamp System Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic light sensor on top of the instrument panel, on the passenger’s side of the vehicle, so be sure it is not covered. If it is, the headlamps will remain on continuously. There is a delay in the transition between the daytime and nighttime operation of the DRL and the Automatic Headlamp Systems so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system. The DRL and Automatic Headlamp Systems will only be affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting longer than this delay. When it is dark enough outside, or you are driving through a parking garage, heavy overcast weather or a[...]

Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness The thumbwheel for this feature is located to the left of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. Move the thumbwheel upward to brighten the instrument panel lights or downward to dim them. Dome Lamp The dome lamp operates as follows: OFF: This position is to the left when you are sitting in the driver’s seat. The dome lamp will stay off even when a door is opened. Center: The lamp will come on when a door is opened. The dome lamp will turn off while all doors are shut. ON: This position is to the right when you are sitting in the driver’s seat. The dome lamp will turn on and stay on whether or not a door is open. 3-16[...]

Entry Lighting If your vehicle has remote keyless entry, it is equipped with an entry lighting feature that controls your dome lamp (and cargo lamp, if equipped). For the dome lamp to operate as described below, the switch must be in the middle position. Your interior lamps will come on and stay on for a set time whenever you press the UNLOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter. If you open any door, the lamps will stay on while the door is open, then turn off automatically about 40 seconds after the last door is closed. If you press the UNLOCK button on the remote keyless entry transmitter and don’t open a door, the lamps will come on and then turn off after about 40 seconds. T[...]

Accessory Power Outlets If your vehicle has an accessory power outlet, you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment. The accessory power outlet is located in the center console near the parking brake. To use the outlet, open the cover. When not using it, always cover the outlet with the protective cap. These circuits are protected by a fuse and have maximum current levels. Notice: Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain the battery. Always turn off electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum amperage rating. Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible to the power accessory outlet and could result in blown vehic[...]

Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter If your vehicle has a cigarette lighter, to use it the ignition key must be in ON or ACC. Push the lighter in all the way and let go. When it’s ready, it will pop back out by itself. Pull the door to open the ashtray. To remove it, press down on the tab and pull the ashtray out. To reinstall the ashtray, push it in until the tab latches. If your vehicle has a rear ashtray, it is located on the back of the center console. Push on the left side of the ashtray. The ashtray will turn clockwise for usage. To remove the rear ashtray, press down on the tab and pull it out. Notice: If you put papers or other flammable items in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other sm[...]

Operation 9 (Fan): Move the lever away from OFF to turn the system on. Slide the top right lever to the left or right to increase or decrease the fan speed. If the airflow seems low when the fan is at the highest setting, the passenger compartment air filter, if equipped, may need to be replaced. For more information, see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 3-23 and Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-7 . Slide the top left lever to the left or right to direct the airflow inside of your vehicle. To change the current mode, select one of the following: H (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets. ) (Bi-Level): This mode directs most of the air to the in[...]

Temperature Control: Slide the lever located on the lower left side to change the temperature. Move it to the right for warmer air and to the left for cooler air. Without air conditioning, the air temperature cannot be less than the outside air temperature. Air Conditioning (A/C): Press the air conditioning (A/C) button to turn the air-conditioning system on or off. When A/C is pressed, an indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that the air conditioning is activated. On hot days, open the windows to let hot inside air escape; then close them. This helps to reduce the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down. It also helps the system to operate more eff iciently. For qu[...]

Rear Window Defogger If your vehicle has this feature, the rear window defogger uses a warming grid to clear fog from the rear window. The button is located on the center of the instrument panel, near the vehicle’s comfort controls. The rear window defogger will only work when the ignition is in ON. = (Rear Defogger): Press the defogger button to turn the rear window defogger on or off. An indicator light in the button will come on to let your know that the rear window defogger is activated. Be sure to clear as much snow from the rear window as possible. The rear window defogger will turn off automatically about 15 minutes after the button is pressed. The defogger can also be turned off by[...]

Operation Tips • Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the flow of air into your vehicle. • Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the system. • Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of your vehicle more effectively. • If the airflow seems low when the fan is at the highest setting, the passenger compartment air filters, if equipped, may need to be replaced. For more information, see “Passenger Compartment Air Filter” following and Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-7 . Passenger Compartment Air Filter All models co[...]

To install the air filters, do the following: 1. Lower the glove box door, then push in the sides of the glove box to completely lower the door to allow access to the slot where the air filters will be installed. 2. Lift the top tab on the cover to remove the filter cover. 3-24[...]

3. Install the lower filter by dropping it down into the slot. The grooves on the two filters must be lined up with each other as well as with the ventilation housing in order to install the filters properly. The tabs on the filters should face outward towards you and should be at the top of the filters. The arrows on the filters should point to the driver’s side of the vehicle. 4. Then line up the grooves of the second filter with the lower one and slide it in on top of the lower one. 5. Reverse the steps to remove the air filters and then install new ones. If you choose not to replace the filter after you remove it, driving your vehicle without one will not cause damage. However[...]

Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. As you will see in the details on the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they’re working. If you are familiar wi[...]

Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel you have left, and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically. United States cluster shown, Canada similar 3-27[...]

Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). Your vehicle’s odometer is tamper-resistant. You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed. The new one is set at zero. Then a label is attached on the driver’s door to show the old reading and when the new one was installed. Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero. The button located to the right of the odometer disp[...]

Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag modules, and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the air bag system, see Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) on page 1-52 . This light will come on when you start your vehicle, and it will flash for a few seconds. Then the light should go out. This means the system is ready. If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving, your air bag system may[...]

Charging System Light This light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition, but the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working. Then it should go out when the engine starts. If the light stays on or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the electrical charging system. It could indicate that you have an electrical problem. Have it checked right away. Driving while this light is on could drain your battery. If you must drive a short distance with this light on, be certain to turn off all your accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on when yo[...]

If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. See “Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light” following and Towing Your Vehicle on page 4-47 . { CAUTION: Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. If the light is still on after you have pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service. Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti[...]

{ CAUTION: Your regular brake system may not be working properly if the anti-lock brake system warning light is on. Driving with the anti-lock brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. After you have pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service. If the anti-lock brake system warning light stays on longer than normal after you’ve started your engine, turn the ignition off. Or, if the light comes on and stays on when you’re driving, stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the light still stays on, or comes on again while you’re driving, your vehicle needs service. If the light is[...]

Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine Soon Light Your 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 assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to produce a cleaner environment. The SERVICE ENGINE SOON light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required. Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent. This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle. This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosin[...]

If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: • Reducing vehicle speed. • Avoiding hard accelerations. • Avoiding steep uphill grades. • If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible. If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady” following. If the light continues to flash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle. Find a safe place to park your vehicle. Turn the key off, wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine. If the light remains on steady, see “If the Light Is On Steady” following. If the light is still flashing, follow the previous s[...]

Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-4 . Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as eff iciently as designed. You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration. (These conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up.) This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on. If you experience one or more of these conditions, change the fuel brand you use. It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. If none of the above steps have ma[...]

Oil Pressure Light If you have a problem with your oil, this light may stay on after you start your engine, or come on when you are driving. This indicates that there is not enough pressure to keep your engine properly lubricated and cool. The engine could be low on oil, or have some other oil related problem. Have it fixed right away. The oil light could also come on in three other situations. • When the ignition is on but the engine is not running, the light will come on as a test to show you it is working, but the light will go out when you turn the engine to START. If it doesn’t come on with the ignition on, you may have a problem with the fuse or bulb. Have it fixed right away. ?[...]

Overdrive Of f Light This light comes on when the automatic four-speed transmission, if equipped, has been converted to the three-speed mode and the overdrive is turned off. This light also comes on as a check for about five seconds when the ignition key is turned to ON or START. Four-Wheel-Drive Light If you have four-wheel drive, this light comes on when the ignition switch is on and the transfer case lever is in one of the four-wheel drive positions. See Four-Wheel Drive on page 5-49 . Power Indicator Light This light comes on when the power mode selector switch, if equipped, is turned to P (power) with the ignition switch in the ON position. This light comes on as a check for about fiv[...]

Fuel Gage Your fuel gage shows about how much fuel is in your tank. When the gage first indicates E (empty), you still have about one or two gallons (4 to 8 L) of fuel left in your tank, but you need to get more right away. Here are four concerns some owners have had about the fuel gage. All these situations are normal and do not indicate that anything is wrong with the fuel gage. • At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads F (full). • It takes more (or less) fuel to fill up than the gage reads. For example, the gage reads half full, but it took more (or less) than half of the tank’s capacity to fill it. • The gage moves a little when you turn, stop or spee[...]

Audio System(s) Notice: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle – like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio – be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, radio or other systems, and even damage them. Your vehicle’s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly. So, before adding sound equipment, check with your dealer and be sure to check federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units. Some models do not include a radio, however all models come with four speakers, an antenna [...]

Radio with CD Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. VOL (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or to decrease volume. RCL (Recall): Press this knob to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time. Time display is available with the ignition turned off. Finding a Station AM FM: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2, and AM. The display will show your selection. TUNE: Turn this knob to select radio stations. o SEEK p : Press the right or the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there. To scan stations, press and hold either SEEK arrow for two seconds until you hear a beep. The radio will go to a sta[...]

Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM) by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press AM FM to select FM1, FM2, or AM. 3. Tune in the desired station. 4. Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until you hear a beep. Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton, the station you set will return. 5. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton. Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) AUDIO: To adjust the bass or the treble, press and release the AUDIO button repeatedly until BAS or TRE appears on the display. Then press and hold the up or the down arrow to increase o[...]

Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, press and release the AUDIO button until BAL appears on the display. Then press and hold the up or the down arrow to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers. To adjust the fade between the front and rear speakers, press and release the AUDIO button until FAD appears on the display. Then press and hold the up or the down arrow to move the sound toward the front or the rear speakers. To adjust balance or fade to the middle position, select BAL or FAD. 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 di[...]

The CD player can play the smaller 8 cm single CDs with an adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner. If playing a CD-R the sound quality may be reduced due to CD-R quality, the method of recording, the quality of the music that has been recorded, and the way the CD-R has been handled. You may experience an increase in skipping, diff iculty in finding tracks, and/or diff iculty in loading and ejecting. If these problems occur try a known good CD. Do not add paper labels to CDs, they could get caught in the CD player. Do not play 3 inch CDs without a standard adapter CD. If an error appears on the display, see “CD Messages” later in this section. 1 PRE[...]

o SEEK p : Press the right or the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous track. The track number will appear on the display. RCL (Recall): Press this knob to see the current track number or how long the current track has been playing. AM FM: Press this button to listen to the radio when a CD is playing. The inactive CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening. CD: Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio. Z (Eject): Press this button to eject a CD. Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off. CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first. CD Messages If the CD comes out, it could be for one of th[...]

Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines. Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise. FM FM stereo will give you the best sound, but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to come and go. Care of Your CDs Handle CDs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. If the surface of a CD is soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral de[...]

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Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ......... .4-2 Driver Behavior ............................................. .4-2 Driving Environment ....................................... .4-2 Vehicle Design .............................................. .4-3 Defensive Driving .......................................... .4-3 Drunken Driving ............................................ .4-4 Control of a Vehicle ....................................... .4-7 Braking ........................................................ .4-7 Steering ..................................................... .4-10 Off-Road Recovery ...................................... .4-13 Passing .....................................[...]

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Whenever we drive, we are taking on an important responsibility. This is true for any motor vehicle — passenger car, van, truck, sport utility. Driver behavior, the driving environment, and the vehicle’s design all affect how well a vehicle performs. But statistics show that the most important factor, by far, is how we drive. Knowing how these three factors work together can help you understand how your vehicle handles and what you can do to avoid many types of crashes, including a rollover crash. Driver Behavior The single most important thing is this: everyone in the vehicle, including the driver, should buckle up. See Safety Belts: They Are for[...]

Vehicle Design According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. Utility vehicles do have higher ground clearance and a narrower track or shorter wheelbase than passenger cars, to make them more capable for off-road driving. Specific design characteristics like these give the driver a better view of the road, but also give utility vehicles a higher center of gravity than other types of vehicles. This means that you should not expect a utility vehicle to handle the same way a vehicle with a lower center of gravity, like a car, would in similar situations. But driver behavior factors are far more often[...]

Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It is 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 • Vision • Attentiveness. Police records show that almost half of all motor vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol. In most cases, these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving. In recent years, more than 16,000 annual motor vehicle-related deaths have been associated with the use of alcohol, with more than 300,000 people injured. Many adults — by some estimates, nearly[...]

It is 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. Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men. Since alcohol is carried in body water, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks. The law in an increasing number of U.S. states, and throughout Canada, sets the legal limit at 0.08 percent.[...]

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 will be careful” is not the right answer. What if there is an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision. There is something else about drinking and driving that many people do not know. Medical research shows that alcohol in a person’s system can make crash injuries worse, especially injuries to the brain, spinal cord or heart. This means that when anyone who has been drinking — driver or passenger — is in a [...]

Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Sometimes, as when you are driving on snow or ice, it is easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide. That means you can lose control of your vehicle. Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That is perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That is reaction time. Average reaction time is about 3/4 of a second. But that is only[...]

If you keep pace with the traff ic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life. If your engine ever stops while you are driving, brake normally but do not pump your brakes. If you do, the pedal may get harder to push down. If your engine stops, you will still have some power brake assist. But you will use it when you brake. Once the power assist is used up, it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Your vehicle may have anti-lock brakes. ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid. If your vehicle has an[...]

A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels. The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. Remember: Anti-lock does not 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 o[...]

Braking in Emergencies At some time, nearly every driver gets into a situation that requires hard braking. If you have anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same time. However, if you do not have anti-lock, your first reaction — to hit the brake pedal hard and hold it down — may be the wrong thing to do. Your wheels can stop rolling. Once they do, the vehicle can not respond to your steering. Momentum will carry it in whatever direction it was headed when the wheels stopped rolling. That could be off the road, into the very thing you were trying to avoid, or into traff ic. If you do not have anti-lock, use a “squeeze” braking technique. This will give you maximum braking while m[...]

The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface, the angle at which the curve is banked, and your speed. While you are in a curve, speed is the one factor you can control. Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly apply the brakes. Both control systems — steering and braking — have to do their work where the tires meet the road. Unless you have four-wheel anti-lock brakes, adding the hard braking can demand too much of those places. You can lose control. The same thing can happen if you are steering through a sharp curve and you suddenly accelerate. Those two control systems — steering and acceleration — can over[...]

Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you. You can avoid these problems by braking — if you can stop in time. But sometimes you can not; there is not room. That is the time for evasive action — steering around the problem. Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these. First apply your brakes — but, unless you have anti-lock, not enough to lock your wheels. See Braking on page 4-7 . It is better to remove as much speed as you can fro[...]

Of f-Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement. You can turn the steering wheel up to one-quarter turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge. Then turn your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway. 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 b[...]

• Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you are awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you are following a larger vehicle. Also, you will not have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep back a reasonable distance. • When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up, start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and do not get too close. Time your move so you will be increasing speed as the time comes to move into the other lane. If the way is clear to pass, you will have a “running start” that more than makes up for the distance you would lose by dropping back. And if som[...]

Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) do not have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, do not give up. Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger. Skidding In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not “overdriving” those conditions. But skids are always possible. The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle’s three control systems. In the braking skid, your wheels are not r[...]

Of f-Road Driving with Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle This off-road guide is for vehicles that have four-wheel drive. Also, see Braking on page 4-7 . If your vehicle does not have four-wheel drive, you should not drive off-road unless you are on a level, solid surface. Off-road driving can be great fun. But it does have some definite hazards. The greatest of these is the terrain itself. “Off-roading” means you have left the great North American road system behind. Traff ic lanes are not marked. Curves are not banked. There are no road signs. Surfaces can be slippery, rough, uphill or downhill. In short, you have gone right back to nature. Off-road driving involves some new skills. And th[...]

{ CAUTION: • Cargo on the load floor piled higher than the seatbacks can be thrown forward during a sudden stop. You or your passengers could be injured. Keep cargo below the top of the seatbacks. • Unsecured cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when driving over rough terrain. You or your passengers can be struck by flying objects. Secure the cargo properly. • Heavy loads on the roof raise the vehicle’s center of gravity, making it more likely to roll over. You can be seriously or fatally injured if the vehicle rolls over. Put heavy loads inside the cargo area, not on the roof. Keep cargo in the cargo area as far forward and low as possible. You will find other important [...]

Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip, especially when going to a remote area. Know the terrain and plan your route. You are much less likely to get bad surprises. Get accurate maps of trails and terrain. Try to learn of any blocked or closed roads. It is also a good idea to travel with at least one other vehicle. If something happens to one of them, the other can help quickly. Does your vehicle have a winch? If so, be sure to read the winch instructions. In a remote area, a winch can be handy if you get stuck. But you will want to know how to use it properly. Getting Familiar with Of f-Road Driving It is a good idea to practice in an area that is safe and close to home [...]

Scanning the Terrain Off-road driving can take you over many dif ferent kinds of terrain. You need to be familiar with the terrain and its many different features. Here are some things to consider. Surface Conditions: Of f-roading can take you over hard-packed dirt, gravel, rocks, grass, sand, mud, snow or ice. Each of these surfaces affects the steering, acceleration and braking of your vehicle in different ways. Depending upon the kind of surface you are on, you may experience slipping, sliding, wheel spinning, delayed acceleration, poor traction and longer braking distances. Surface Obstacles: Unseen or hidden obstacles can be hazardous. A rock, log, hole, rut or bump can startle you if y[...]

Driving on Of f-Road Hills Off-road driving often takes you up, down or across a hill. Driving safely on hills requires good judgment and an understanding of what your vehicle can and can not do. There are some hills that simply can not be driven, no matter how well built the vehicle. { CAUTION: Many hills are simply too steep for any vehicle. If you drive up them, you will stall. If you drive down them, you can not control your speed. If you drive across them, you will roll over. You could be seriously injured or killed. If you have any doubt about the steepness, do not drive the hill. Approaching a Hill When you approach a hill, you need to decide if it is one of those hills that is just t[...]

Driving Uphill Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, you need to take some special steps. • Use a low gear and get a firm grip on the steering wheel. • Get a smooth start up the hill and try to maintain your speed. Do not use more power than you need, because you do not want your wheels to start spinning or sliding. • Try to drive straight up the hill if at all possible. If the path twists and turns, you might want to find another route. { CAUTION: Turning or driving across steep hills can be dangerous. You could lose traction, slide sideways, and possibly roll over. You could be seriously injured or killed. When driving up hills, always try to go straight up. • Ease up[...]

Q: What should I do if my vehicle stalls, or is about to stall, and I can not make it up the hill? A: If this happens, there are some things you should do, and there are some things you must not do. First here is what you should do: • Push the brake pedal to stop the vehicle and keep it from rolling backwards. Also, apply the parking brake. • If your engine is still running, shift the transmission to REVERSE (R), release the parking brake, and slowly back down the hill in REVERSE (R) • If your engine has stopped running, you will need to restart it. With the brake pedal pressed and the parking brake still applied, shift the transmission to PARK (P) (or, shift to neutral if your vehicle[...]

Q: Suppose, after stalling, I try to back down the hill and decide I just can not do it. What should I do? A: Set the parking brake, put your transmission in PARK (P), or the manual transmission in FIRST (1), and turn off the engine. Leave the vehicle and go get some help. Exit on the uphill side and stay clear of the path the vehicle would take if it rolled downhill. Do not shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL when you leave the vehicle. Leave it in some gear. { CAUTION: Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK (P) (or, if you have the manual transmission, even if you are in gear). This is because the NEUTRAL position on the tran[...]

Driving Downhill When off-roading takes you downhill, you will want to consider a number of things: • How steep is the downhill? Will I be able to maintain vehicle control? • What is the surface like? Smooth? Rough? Slippery? Hard-packed dirt? Gravel? • Are there any hidden surface obstacles? Ruts? Logs? Boulders? • What is at the bottom of the hill? Is there a hidden creek bank or even a river bottom with large rocks? If you decide you can go down a hill safely, then try to keep your vehicle headed straight down, and use a low gear. This way, engine drag can help your brakes and they will not have to do all the work. Descend slowly, keeping your vehicle under control at all times. {[...]

Q: Are there some things I should not do when driving down a hill? A: Yes! These are important because if you ignore them you could lose control and have a serious accident. • When driving downhill, avoid turns that take you across the incline of the hill. A hill that is not too steep to drive down may be too steep to drive across. You could roll over if you do not drive straight down. • Never go downhill with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N), or with the clutch pedal pressed down in a manual shift. This is called “free-wheeling.” Your brakes will have to do all the work and could overheat and fade. • Unless you have anti-lock: Avoid braking so hard that you lock the wheels when goi[...]

Driving Across an Incline Sooner or later, an off-road trail will probably go across the incline of a hill. If this happens, you have to decide whether to try to drive across the incline. Here are some things to consider: • A hill that can be driven straight up or down may be too steep to drive across. When you go straight up or down a hill, the length of the wheel base (the distance from the front wheels to the rear wheels) reduces the likelihood the vehicle will tumble end over end. But when you drive across an incline, the much more narrow track width (the distance between the left and right wheels) may not prevent the vehicle from tilting and rolling over. Also, driving across an incli[...]

Stalling on an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you are crossing an incline, be sure you (and your passengers) get out on the uphill side, even if the door there is harder to open. If you get out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll over, you will be right in its path. If you have to walk down the slope, stay out of the path of the vehicle if it does roll over. { CAUTION: Getting out on the downhill (low) side of a vehicle stopped across an incline is dangerous. 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. 4-27[...]

Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice When you drive in mud, snow or sand, your wheels will not get good traction. You can not accelerate as quickly, turning is more diff icult, and you will need longer braking distances. It is best to use a low gear when you are in mud — the deeper the mud, the lower the gear. In really deep mud, the idea is to keep your vehicle moving so you do not get stuck. When you drive on sand, you will sense a change in wheel traction. But it will depend upon how loosely packed the sand is. On loosely packed sand (as on beaches or sand dunes) your tires will tend to sink into the sand. This has an effect on steering, accelerating and braking. Drive at a reduced speed a[...]

Driving in Water Heavy rain can mean flash flooding, and flood waters demand extreme caution. Find out how deep the water is before you drive through it. If it is deep enough to cover your wheel hubs, axles or exhaust pipe, do not try it — you probably will not get through. Also, water that deep can damage your axle and other vehicle parts. If the water is not too deep, drive slowly through it. At faster speeds, water splashes on your ignition system and your vehicle can stall. Stalling can also occur if you get your tailpipe under water. And, as long as your tailpipe is under water, you will never be able to start your engine. When you go through water, remember that when your brakes g[...]

After Of f-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, tires and exhaust system for damage. Also, check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage. Your vehicle will require more frequent service due to off-road use. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for additional information. Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired[...]

Here are some tips on night driving. • Drive defensively. • Do not drink and drive. • Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. • Since you can not see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. • Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead. • In remote areas, watch for animals. • If you are tired, pull off the road in a safe place and rest. No one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But as we get older these differences increase. A 50-year-old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20-year-[...]

Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can not stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction is not as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires do not have much tread left, you will get even less traction. It is always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving. The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement. The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traff ic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the road and even peopl[...]

Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can not, try to slow down before you hit them. { CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause accidents. They will not work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose control of the vehicle. After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally. Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast en[...]

Driving Through Flowing Water { CAUTION: Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. If you try to drive through flowing water, as you might at a low water crossing, your vehicle can be carried away. As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle. If this happens, you and other vehicle occupants could drown. Do not ignore police warning signs, and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water. Some Other Rainy Weather Tips • Besides slowing down, allow some extra following distance. And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle. Allow yourself more clear room ahead, and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spr[...]

Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: • Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip. • Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities. You will save time and energy. See Freeway Driving on page 4-35 . • Treat a green light as a warning signal. A traff ic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it. When a light turns green, and just before you start to move, check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light. Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, pa[...]

At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traff ic. Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow. Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed. Switch on your turn signal, check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary. Try to blend smoothly with the traff ic flow. Once you are on the freeway, adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it is slower. Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass. Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then use your turn signal. Just before you leave th[...]

Here are some things you can check before a trip: • Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are all windows clean inside and outside? • Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? • Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? • Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? • Tires: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough for long-distance driving? Are the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure? • Weather Forecasts: What is the weather outlook along your route? Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system? • Maps: Do you have up-to-date maps? Highway Hypnosis Is there actually suc[...]

Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain. If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. See Off-Road Driving with Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle on page 4-16 for information about driving off-road. • Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transmission. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. • Know how to go down hills. The most important thing to know is this: let your engine do some of the slowing down. Shift to a lower gear when you go down a [...]

{ CAUTION: Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they would not work well. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill. You could crash. Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill. • Know how to go uphill. You may want to shift down to a lower gear. The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission, and you can climb the hill better. • Stay in your own lane when driving on two-lane roads in hills or mountains. Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own l[...]

Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: • Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. • You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle. Also see Tires on page 5-55 . 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 a couple of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of sand, a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction. Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle. 4-40[...]

Driving On Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You will have a lot less traction or “grip” and will need to be very careful. What is the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all. You can get wet ice when it is about freezing (32°F; 0°C) and freezing rain begins to fall. Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there. Whatever the condition — smooth ice, pa[...]

Remember, unless you have anti-lock, if you brake so hard that your wheels stop rolling, you will just slide. Brake so your wheels always keep rolling and you can still steer. • Whatever your braking system, allow greater following distance on any slippery road. • Watch for slippery spots. The road might be fine until you hit a spot that is covered with ice. On an otherwise clear road, ice patches may appear in shaded areas where the sun can not reach: around clumps of trees, behind buildings or under bridges. Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear. If you see a patch of ice ahead of you, brake before you are on it. Try not to[...]

• 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. You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful. { CAUTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You can not see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle. Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe. And check around again from time to time to be sure snow[...]

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. To help keep warm, you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until help comes. If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you will need to spin the wheels, but you do not want to spin your wheels too fast. The method known as “rocking” can help you get out when you are stuck, but you must use caution. { CAUTION: If you let your tires spin at h[...]

Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. If you have the four-speed automatic, see “Power Mode Selector Switch” under Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-16 for information on traction. If you have a four-wheel-drive vehicle, shift into 4HI. Then shift back and forth between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear (or with a manual transmission, between FIRST (1) or SECOND (2) and REVERSE (R)), spinning the wheels as little as possible. Release the accelerator pedal while you shift, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear. By slowly spinning your wheels in the fo[...]

{ CAUTION: These hooks, when used, are 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 from the chain or cable snapping back. Notice: Never use recovery hooks to tow the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty. 4-46[...]

Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-5 . If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind a motorhome), see “Recreational Vehicle Towing” following. Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle behind another vehicle — such as behind a motorhome. The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as “dinghy towing” (towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground) and “dolly towing” (towing your vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two[...]

Dinghy Towing To tow your vehicle from the front (four-wheel-drive only), do the following: Notice: If you tow a two-wheel-drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, the transmission could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not tow a two-wheel-drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground. Follow these steps: 1. Set the parking brake. 2. Shift your automatic transmission into PARK (P), or your manual transmission to SECOND (2). 3. With the ignition key in the ON position, move the transfer case to NEUTRAL and make sure the 4WD light on the instrument panel cluster is off. See Four-Wheel Drive on page 5-49 . 4. Turn the ignition key to ACC. 5. Release [...]

Notice: If you do not put the transfer case in NEUTRAL before towing a four-wheel-drive vehicle from the front, the vehicle could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always put the transfer case in NEUTRAL before towing your vehicle. Stop towing every 200 miles (300 km) and start the engine. Leave the transfer case shift lever in NEUTRAL. Shift your automatic transmission to DRIVE (D); leave a manual transmission in SECOND (2) with the clutch engaged. Run the engine at 2,000 rpm for one minute to circulate oil in the transfer case. Turn the ignition key to ACC. Now, you can continue towing your vehicle. Notice: Locking the steering column when towing your vehicle m[...]

Dolly Towing To tow your vehicle from the rear, do the following: The best way to tow your vehicle is from the rear. Follow these steps: 1. Put the rear wheels on a dolly. Notice: If you tow a two-wheel-drive vehicle with the rear wheels on the ground, the transmission could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Never tow your vehicle with the rear wheels on the ground. 2. If your vehicle is a four-wheel-drive vehicle, turn the ignition key to ON, move the transfer case lever into NEUTRAL and make sure the 4WD light on the instrument panel cluster is turned off. See Four-Wheel Drive on page 5-49 . 3. Turn the ignition key to ACC. 4. Make sure the front wheels are fac[...]

Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and all nonfactory-installed options. Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry, the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification label. { CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR. 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. Tire and Loading Information Lab[...]

The Tire and Loading Information label shows the seating capacity and the total weight your vehicle can properly carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight. If your vehicle has the Tire and Loading Information label, Example 1, the label is attached to the center pillar, near the driver’s door latch. If your vehicle has the Tire-Loading Information label, Example 2, the label is on the driver’s door lock pillar. The Tire and Loading Information label also gives you the size and recommended inflation pressure for the factory-installed, original equipment tires on your vehicle. For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5-55 and Inflation - Tire Pressure[...]

Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds” on your vehicle placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds. 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400 − 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.). 5. Determine the combined we[...]

Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg) × 2 = 300 lbs (136 kg) C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight = 700 lbs (317 kg) Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg) × 5 = 750 lbs (340 kg) C Available Cargo Weight = 250 lbs (113 kg) Example 1 Example 2 4-54[...]

Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs (91 kg) × 5 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) C Available Cargo Weight = 0 lbs (0 kg) Refer to your vehicle’s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle’s capacity weight and seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed your vehicle’s capacity weight. Certification Label The certification label is also found on the driver’s door lock pillar. It tells you the gross weight capacity of your vehicle, called the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weigh[...]

And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out. Don’t carry more than 400 lbs. (181 kg) in your rear area when four people are in your two-wheel-drive vehicle. If you have a four-wheel-drive vehicle, don’t carry more than 200 lbs. (91 kg) in your rear area when four people are in your vehicle. { CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR. 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. Notice: Overloading your vehicle may cause damage. Repairs would not be covered by your[...]

Towing a Trailer { CAUTION: If you do not use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well — or even at all. You and your passengers could be seriously injured. Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section. Ask your dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with your vehicle. Notice: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs that would not be covered by your warranty. Always follow the instructions in this section and check with your dealer for more information about towing a trailer with your vehi[...]

If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do, here are some important points: • There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving. A good source for this information can be state or provincial police. • Consider using a sway control. You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls. • Don’t tow a trailer at all during the first 600 miles (1000 km) your new vehicle is driven. Your engine, axle or other parts could be damaged. • Never exceed posted towing speed limits or go over 45 mph (72 km/h), whichever is lower and don’t make starts at full [...]

Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle. And if you will tow a trailer, you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight, too. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-51 for more information about your vehicle’s maximum load capacity. If you’re using a weight-carrying or a weight-distributing hitch, the trailer tongue weight (A) should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded tr[...]

Hitches It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: • If you make holes in the body of your vehicle, be sure to seal them when you remove the trailering equipment. If you don’t seal them, dirt, water, and even deadly carbon monoxide (CO) from your exhaust can get into your vehicle. See Engine Exhaust on page 2-29 . Your vehicle is readily designed to accept a trailer hitch. The frame rail ends already have holes and weld nuts in place to accept the four bolts needed to attach the hitch bar. To help simplify setting up your trailer lights, there i[...]

Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself. Before you start, check the trailer hitch and platform (and attachments), safety chains, electrical connector, lamps, tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer has electric brakes, start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working[...]

Making Turns Notice: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering. When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider turns than normal. Do this so your trailer won’t strike soft shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees or other objects. Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers. Signal well in advance. Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer, your vehicle has to have extra wiring. The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other drivers you’re[...]

Parking on Hills { CAUTION: You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, your rig could start to move. People can be injured, and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’s how to do it: 1. Apply your regular brakes, but don’t shift into PARK (P) yet, or into gear for a manual transmission. 2. Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. 3. When the wheel chocks are in place, release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load. 4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your parking brake, and then shift to PARK (P), or REVERSE (R) for a manual transmissio[...]

When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: • start your engine, • shift into a gear, and • release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid (don’t overfill), engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system and brake system. Each of these is covered [...]

Service ........................................................... .5-3 Doing Your Own Service Work ........................ .5-3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ..................................................... .5-4 Fuel ............................................................... .5-4 Gasoline Octane ........................................... .5-4 Gasoline Specifications ................................... .5-4 California Fuel .............................................. .5-5 Additives ...................................................... .5-6 Fuels in Foreign Countries .............................. .5-6 Filling Your Tank ......................................[...]

Appearance Care ........................................... .5-85 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ................ .5-86 Care of Safety Belts ..................................... .5-88 Weatherstrips .............................................. .5-88 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle ............. .5-89 Sheet Metal Damage .................................... .5-91 Finish Damage ............................................ .5-91 Underbody Maintenance ............................... .5-91 Chemical Paint Spotting ................................ .5-91 Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials ................. .5-92 Vehicle Identification ..................................... .5-93 Vehicle Id[...]

Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer for all your service needs. You will get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you will want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you will want to use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-11 . Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see[...]

CAUTION: (Continued) • Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts and other fasteners. “English” and “metric” fasteners can be easily confused. If you use the wrong fasteners, parts can later break or fall off. You could be hurt. Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it. This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance. Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle. Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle. Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher. If[...]

In Canada, look for the “Auto Makers’ Choice” label on the pump. California Fuel If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards, your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission control system performance may be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on (see Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3-33 ) and your vehicle may fail a smog-check test. If this occurs, return to your authorized GM dealer for diagnosis. If it[...]

Additives To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming, allowing your emission control system to work properly. You should not have to add anything to your fuel. However, some gasolines contain only the minimum amount of additive required to meet U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulations. General Motors recommends that you buy gasolines that are advertised to help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean. If your vehicle experiences problems due to dirty injectors or valves, try a different brand of gasoline. Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and eth[...]

Filling Your Tank { CAUTION: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off your engine when you are refueling. Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from fuel. Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle — this is against the law in some places. Keep children away from the fuel pump; never let children pump fuel. The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the passenger’s side of your vehicle. 5-7[...]

While refueling, place the fuel cap in the holder provided. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). { CAUTION: If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any “hiss” noise to stop. Then unscrew the cap all the way. Be careful not to spill fuel. Don’t top off or overfill your tank, and wait a few seconds after you’ve finished pumping before you remove the nozzle. Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See Cleaning the Out[...]

When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3-33 . { CAUTION: If a fire starts while you are refueling, do not remove the nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant. Leave the area immediately. Notice: If you need a new fuel cap, be sure to get the right type. Your dealer can get one for you. If you get the wrong type, it may not fit properly. This may caus[...]

Checking Things Under the Hood { CAUTION: An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Do not reach through the grille to release the underhood lever. { CAUTION: Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or rubber. You or others could be burned. Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine. Hood Release To open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the release handle located on the driver’s side of the vehicle on the [...]

2. Then go to the front of the vehicle, pull up on the hood, and push the hood release lever to your right. 3. Lift the hood, release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop. Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer. Then let the hood down and close it firmly. 5-11[...]

Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the engine, you’ll see: 5-12[...]

A. Engine Compartment Fuse Block. See “Engine Compartment Fuse Block” under Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-94 . B. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 . C. Battery. See Battery on page 5-42 . D. Radiator Pressure Cap. See Radiator Pressure Cap on page 5-28 . E. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil on page 5-13 . F. Automatic Transmission Dipstick. See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5-20 . G. Engine Oil Dipstick. See Engine Oil on page 5-13 . H. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir. See Power Steering Fluid on page 5-37 . I. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir. See Brakes on page 5-39 . J. Coolant Recovery Tank. See Engine Coolant on page 5-25 . K. Winds[...]

Checking Engine Oil It is 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 is a yellow loop. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the location of the engine oil dipstick. Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan. If you don’t, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level. 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 hole at the [...]

What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for two things: • GM6094M Your vehicle’s engine requires oil meeting GM Standard GM6094M. You should look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. 5-15[...]

• SAE 5W-30 As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. However, if it is going to be 0°F (–18°C) or above and SAE 5W-30 is not available, you may use SAE 10W-30. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). You should look for this information on the oil container, and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and have the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container. [...]

When to Change Engine Oil If any one of these is true for you, use the short trip/city maintenance schedule: • 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-and-go traff ic). • You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle. • The vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi or other commercial application. 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 — whic[...]

Engine Air Cleaner/Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for location of engine air cleaner/filter. When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/filter every 15,000 miles (25 000 km) and replace every 30,000 miles (50 000 km). If you are driving in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the filter at each engine oil change. How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter To inspect the air cleaner/filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt. If the filter remains caked with dirt, a new filter is required. To inspect or replace the filter, do the following: 1. Release the four clips on the cover. 2[...]

3. Pull out the engine air cleaner/filter and check or replace it. 4. Reinstall the cover and fasten the clips. { 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 helps to stop flame if the engine backfires. If it is not there and the engine backfires, you could be burned. Do not drive with it off, and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner/filter off. Notice: If the air cleaner/filter is off, a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire. And, dirt can easily get into your engine, which will damage it. Always have the air cleaner/filter in place when you are driving. 5-19[...]

Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Change both the fluid and filter every 15,000 miles (25 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: • In heavy city traff ic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher. • In hilly or mountainous terrain. • When doing frequent trailer towing. • Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 100,000 miles (166 000 km). See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2 . How to[...]

Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50°F (10°C). If it’s colder than 50°F (10°C), drive the vehicle in DRIVE (D) until the engine temperature gage moves and then remains steady for 10 minutes. A cold fluid check can be made after the vehicle has been sitting for eight hours or more with the engine off, but this is used only as a reference. Let the engine run at idle for five minutes if outside temperatures are 50°F (10°C) or more. If it’s colder than 50°F (10°C), you may have to idle the engine longer. Should the fluid level be low during this cold check, you must check the fluid hot before adding fluid. Checking th[...]

3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be in the COLD area for a cold check or in the HOT area for a hot check. 4. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all the way. How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-30 . 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 bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check. It doesn’t take much fluid, generally less than[...]

Manual Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to have it checked is when the engine oil is changed. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to change your transmission fluid. See Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6-4 . How to Check Because this operation can be a little diff icult, you may choose to have this done at your Chevrolet dealership service department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading. Notice: Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission. Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine part or exhaust system parts, starting a ?[...]

How to Add Fluid Here’s how to add fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-30 . 1. Remove the filler plug. 2. Remove the drain plug, drain the fluid and reinstall the drain plug. 3. 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. 4. Reinstall the filler plug. Be sure the plug is fully seated. Hydraulic Clutch It is not necessary to regularly check clutch fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system. Adding fluid won’t correct a leak. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the[...]

How to Check and Add Fluid You do not need to check the fluid level unless you suspect a clutch problem. To check the fluid level, look at the markings on the reservoir. If the fluid reaches the MAX line, the fluid level is correct. Engine Coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating, see Engine Overheating on page 5-28 . A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and the proper coolant will: • Give freezing protection down to − 33°F ( − 36°C) • Give boiling protection up to 258°F (125°C). • Protect against rust and corrosion. • Help keep the proper engine temperature. • Let the wa[...]

Notice: If you use an improper coolant mixture, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. If you have to add coolant more than four times a year, have your dealer check your cooling system. Notice: If you use the proper coolant, you do not have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system. These can be harmful. Checking Coolant The coolant recovery tank is located toward the front of the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more informa[...]

Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank. { CAUTION: Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. With the coolant recovery tank, you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator. Never turn the radiator pressure cap — even a little — when the engine and radiator are hot. Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank, but be careful not to spill it. { CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a h[...]

Radiator Pressure Cap See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for information on location. Notice: If the pressure cap is not tightly installed, coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur. Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured. Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel cluster. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3-32 . 5-28[...]

If Steam Is Coming From Your 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 and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood. If you keep driving when your engine is overheated, the liquids in it can catch fire. You or others could be badly burned. Stop your engine if it overheats, and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool. Notice: If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant, your vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would n[...]

If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: • Climb a long hill on a hot day. • Stop after high-speed driving. • Idle for long periods in traff ic. • Tow a trailer. If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: 1. In heavy traf fic, let the engine idle in NEUTRAL (N) while stopped. If it is safe to do so, pull off the road, shift to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) and let the engine idle. 2. Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary. If you no longer have the[...]

Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: A. Coolant Recovery Tank B. Radiator Pressure Cap C. Engine Cooling Fan { CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Do not reach through the grill to release the underhood lever. 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. 5-31[...]

The coolant level should be at or above FULL. If it isn’t, you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. { CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Do not 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 be no leak, start the engine again. The engine cooling fan speed should increase when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down. If [...]

How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at or above the FULL mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and a proper coolant at the coolant recovery tank. See Engine Coolant on page 5-25 for more information about the proper coolant mixture. { CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water, or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. Your vehicle’s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, your engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning. Your [...]

When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at or above the FULL mark, start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there’s one more thing you can try. You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it. { CAUTION: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the radiator pressure cap — even a little — they can come out at high speed. Never turn the cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap, is hot. Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure c[...]

How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops. (Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A hiss means there is still some pressure left. 2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now push down as you turn it. Remove the pressure cap. 3. Fill the radiator with the proper coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck. See Engine Coolant on page 5-25 for more information about the proper coolant mixture. 4. Then fill the coolant rec[...]

5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan. 7. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck. 8. Then replace the pressure cap. At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck, reinstall the pressure cap. Be sure the arrows on the pressure cap line up like this. 5-36[...]

Power Steering Fluid 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 could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for reservoir location. How to Check Power Steering Fluid You can check your fluid without taking the cap off. The level should fall between the MIN and MAX marks on the reservoir. What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use, see Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-30 . Notice: When adding power steering fluid or making a complete flui[...]

Adding Washer Fluid Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. Notice: • When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. • Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water does not clean as well as washer fluid. • Fill your washer fluid tank only three-quarters full when it is very cold. This allows for expansion if freezing occurs, which could damage the tank if it is completely full. • Do not use engine coolant (antifreeze) in your windshield washer. It can damage yo[...]

Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 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 brake lining wear. When new linings are put in, the fluid level goes back up. The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system. If it is, you should have your brake system fixed, since a leak means that sooner or later your brakes will not work well, or will not work at all. So, it is not a good idea to “top off” your brake fluid. A[...]

Checking Brake Fluid You 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 is not, 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. What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brake fluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-30 . Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir. { CAUTION: With the wrong[...]

Brake Wear Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly). { CAUTION: The brake wear warning sound means that soon your brakes will not work well. That could lead to an accident. When you hear the brake wear warning sound, have your vehicle serviced. Notice: Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result in costly brake repair. Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes ar[...]

Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality GM brake parts. When you replace parts of your braking system — for example, when your brake linings wear down and you need new ones put in — be sure you get new approved GM replacement parts. If you do not, 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 front and rear brakes can change — for the worse. The braking performance you have come to expect can c[...]

Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to follow the steps below to do it safely. { CAUTION: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: • They contain acid that can burn you. • They contain gas that can explode or ignite. • They contain enough electricity to burn you. If you do not follow these steps exactly, some or all of these things can hurt you. Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that would not be covered by your warranty. Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work, and it could damage your vehicle. 1. Check the[...]

4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. Find the positive (+) and negative ( − ) terminal locations on each battery. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on battery location. { CAUTION: If your vehicle has air conditioning, the auxiliary electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. { CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough water. You do not need to add water to the battery i[...]

{ 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 know. Positive (+) will go to a positive (+) battery terminal if the vehicle has one. Negative ( − ) will go to a heavy, unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative ( − ) terminal if the vehicle has one. Don’t connect positive (+) to negative ( − ) or you’ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too. And don[...]

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 part or to a remote negative ( − ) terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery. 9. Connect the other end of the negative ( − ) cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery, but not near engine parts that move. The electrical connection is just as good there, but the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less. 10. N[...]

A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part B. Good Battery C. Dead Battery To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative ( − ) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative ( − ) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 3. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 4. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the other vehicle. Jumper Cable Removal 5-47[...]

Rear Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it. See Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6-28 and Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6-4 . How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant. 1. Remove the filler plug. 2. Remove the drain plug, drain the lubricant and reinstall the drain plug. 3. Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole. 4. Reinstall the filler plug. What to Use Refer to the Maint[...]

Four-Wheel Drive Most lubricant checks in this section also apply to four-wheel-drive vehicles. However, they have two additional systems that need lubrication. Transfer Case When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it. See Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6-4 . How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine wh[...]

Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it. See Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6-28 and Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6-4 . How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you may need to add some lubricant. 1. Remove the filler plug. 2. Remove the drain plug, drain the lubricant and reinstall the drain plug. 3. When the dif ferential is cold, add enough lubricant to raise the level to 1/2 inch (12 mm) below the filler plug hole. When the differentia[...]

Bulb Replacement For the type of bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-55 . For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Halogen Bulbs { CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package. Headlamps Notice: If you use high-intensity bulbs when replacing the headlamp bulbs, you could damage your vehicle. Use only replacement bulbs recommended for your vehicle. See Replacement Bulbs on page 5-55 for more information. A. Headlamp B. Front Parking and Turn Signal Lamps 5-51[...]

To replace a headlamp bulb, do the following: 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the rubber cover and socket from the headlamp. 3. Release the retainer clip holding the bulb by pressing down and moving the metal retainer away from you. 4. Pull the bulb out of the fixture. 5. Reverse the steps to install a new bulb. 5-52[...]

Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps To replace the parking and turn signal bulb, do the following: 1. See “Headlamps” for location. 2. Locate the turn signal bulb. 3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it out of the lamp housing. 4. Push the bulb in, turn it counterclockwise and pull the bulb straight out of the socket. 5. Reverse the steps to install a new bulb. Sidemarker Lamps To replace the sidemarker bulb, do the following: 1. Remove the two screws holding the sidemarker lamp assembly. The assembly should pull away from the vehicle. 2. Turn the socket counterclockwise and pull it out of the housing. 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 4. Reverse the steps to install a ne[...]

Rear Combination Lamps A. Turn Signal Lamp B. Back-Up Lamp C. Brake Lamp To remove the rear combination bulbs, do the following: 1. Remove the two screws from the combination lamps. Gently pull the housing away from the vehicle. 2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it out of the lamp housing. 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. 4. Reverse the previous steps to install a new bulb. 5. Reinstall the housing and the screws. Driver’s Side Passenger’s Side 5-54[...]

Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back-up Lamp 921 Front Turn Signal and Parking 1157 NA Headlamps (Halogen) GM Part No. 91171148 or equivalent Rear Hazard and Turn Signal 921 Rear Parking and Brake GM Part No. 91174349 or equivalent Sidemarker 194 For any bulb not listed here contact your dealer. Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your GM Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer’s booklet included with your vehicle’s Owner’s Manual. { CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are [...]

Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into the sidewall. The following illustrations are examples of a typical P-Metric and a LT-Metric tire sidewall. P-Metric Tire 5-56[...]

(A) Tire Size Code: The tire size code is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and service description. See the “Tire Size Code” illustration later in this section for more detail. (B) Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec): Original equipment tires designed to GM’s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall. GM’s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines. (C) Department of Transportation (DOT): The Department of Transportation (DOT) code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transporta[...]

(A) Tire Size: The tire size code is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and service description. See the “Tire Size” illustration later in this section for more detail. (B) Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec): Original equipment tires designed to GM’s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall. GM’s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines. (C) Dual Tire Maximum Load: Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load when used in a dual configuration. For information on reco[...]

(F) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (G) Single Tire Maximum Load: Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load when used as a single. For information on recommended tire pressure see Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 5-63 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-51 . Tire Size The following examples show the different parts of a tire size. (A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United States version of a metric tire sizing system. The letter “P” as the first character in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the U.S. Tire and Rim Association. (B) Tire Width:[...]

(A) Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: The United States version of a metric tire sizing system. The letter “LT” as the first two characters in the tire size means a light truck tire engineered to standards set by the U. S. Tire and Rim Association. (B) Tire Width: The three-digit number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall. (C) Aspect Ratio: A two-digit number that indicates the tire height-to-width measurements. For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is “75,” as shown in item “C” of the illustration, it would mean that the tire’s sidewall is 75% as high as it is wide. (D) Construction Code: A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply[...]

Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is located between the plies and the tread. Cords may be made from steel or other reinforcing materials. Bead: The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim. Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in which the plies are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread. Cold Inflation Pressure: The amount of air pressure in a tire, measured in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa) before a tire has built up heat from driving. See Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 5-63 . Curb Weight: This means the weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the [...]

Normal Occupant Weight: The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 pounds (68 kg). See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-51 . Occupant Distribution: Designated seating positions. Outward Facing Sidewall: The side of a asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward when mounted on a vehicle. The side of the tire that contains a whitewall, bears white lettering or bears manufacturer, brand and or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles. Recommended Inflation Pressure: Vehicle manuf[...]

Vehicle Placard: A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the original equipment tire size and recommended inflation pressure. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-51 . Inflation - Tire Pressure The tire and loading information label, 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). See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-51 , for the location of your vehicle’s tire and loading information label. Notice: Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right. It’s not. If your tires don’t have enough air (underinflation)[...]

How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they’re underinflated. Check the tire’s inflation pressure when the tires are cold. cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km). Remove the valve cap from the tire valve stem. Press the tire gage firmly onto the valve to get a pressure measurement. If the cold tire inflation pressure matches the recommended pressure on the tire and loading information label, no further adjustment is necessary. If the pressure is low, add a[...]

When rotating your tires, always use one of the correct rotation patterns shown here. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the tire and loading information label. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-51 , for information on the tire and loading information label and its location on your vehicle. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” under Capacities and Specifications on page 5-98 . { CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust[...]

When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: • You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire. • You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire’s rubber. • The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric. • The tire has a bump, bulge or split. • The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that can’t be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage. 5-66[...]

Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Tire and Loading Information label. For information about this label and where to find it, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-51 . The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s sidewall. When you get new tires, GM recommends that you get tires with that same TPC Spec number. That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give proper endurance, handling, speed rating, load range, traction, ride, tire pressure monitoring system performance and other things during normal service on your vehicle. If your t[...]

Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traff ic Safety Administration, which grades tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance. (This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States.) The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires. The Uniform Tire Quality Grading system does not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use spare tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 t[...]

Temperature – A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. Warning: The tempe[...]

Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need. 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 bol[...]

Used Replacement Wheels { CAUTION: Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or how far it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. If you have to replace a wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel. Tire Chains Notice: Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use only SAE Class “S” type chains that are the proper size for your tires. Install them on the tires of the drive axle (four-wheel-drive vehicles can use chains on both axles). Tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer’s instructions. If you can hear the chains contacting y[...]

If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blowout” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a “blowout,” here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly. Steer to maintain lane position, and then gently brake to a stop well out of the traff ic lane. A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you’d use in a skid[...]

{ CAUTION: Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over or fall on you or other people. You and they could be badly injured or even killed. Find a level place to change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Put an automatic transmission shift lever in PARK (P), or shift a manual transmission to FIRST (1) or REVERSE (R). 3. If you have a four-wheel-drive vehicle, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear — not in NEUTRAL. 4. Turn of f the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised. 5. Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle. CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) To be even more[...]

The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The jack, wheel wrench and jack handle are stowed in the rear left corner of the luggage compartment. 1. To open the jacking tool storage compartment, turn the knob counterclockwise. Open the cover two inches and pull the entire cover towards the front of the vehicle. 2. Turn the jack screw to remove the jack from the clamps. If the screw is too tight, use the jack handle to loosen it. 5-74[...]

The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A), jack handle (B) and wheel wrench (C). The spare tire is mounted on your tailgate. Your vehicle may be equipped with either a soft, vinyl cover or a hard cover. 3. To remove the hard cover from the spare tire, insert your key into the wheel lock and pull the wheel lock off. Hard Cover 5-75[...]

4. Using the wheel wrench, remove the wheel cover nut. Gently pry the spare tire cover off the wheel. 5. If your vehicle is equipped with a vinyl cover, unzip the cover to find the wheel lock. Insert the key into the wheel lock and pull it off. 6. Using the wheel wrench, remove the wheel nut under the lock. Vinyl Cover 5-76[...]

7. Remove the remaining wheel nuts with the wheel wrench. 8. Remove the spare tire from the mounting bracket and place it near your flat tire. Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. If your vehicle has wheel nut caps, remove them by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. 5-77[...]

2. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts but don’t remove them yet. Front Wheel Location 5-78[...]

3. Under the vehicle near each wheel, there are knobs in the vehicle’s frame. Raise the jack two inches (51 mm) before positioning the jack. Raise the jack lift head until it fits firmly onto the knobs nearest to the flat tire. { 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 cause personal injury and damage to the vehicle. If you try to use the jack when it hasn’t been raised at least two inches (51 mm), the jack may not hold up the vehicle, and you or others [...]

4. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well. 5. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. 5-80[...]

6. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. { 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 from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if you need to, to get all the rust or dirt off. { CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 5-81[...]

7. Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface. 8. Reinstall the wheel nuts with the cone-shaped end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 9. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. 5-82[...]

10. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. { CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts. Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification. See “Capacities and Specifications” in the Index for wheel nut torque specification. Notice: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel n[...]

Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools { CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. 1. Store your vehicle’s flat or spare tire by mounting it on the tailgate. Notice: Ensure that the wheel balance weight is on the lower left section of the tire in order to allow proper installation of the spare wheel cover. 2. Put the top two wheel nuts back on with the wheel wrench. 3. Put the spare tire cover back on, if equipped. Using the wheel wrench, put the wheel cover nut back on. 4. Put the spare wheel lock back on, if e[...]

A. Wrench B. Jack Handle C. Jack { CAUTION: Make sure the tire is secure. Driving with the tire not properly secured could injure pedestrians or damage the vehicle. Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flames if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings and instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you are cleaning the inside. Never use these to clean your vehicle: • Gasoline • Benzene • Naphtha • Carbon Tetrachlori[...]

Do not use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: • Alcohol • Laundry Soap • Bleach • Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinyl, leather, plastic and painted surfaces with a clean, damp cloth. Cleaning Fabric/Carpet Your dealer has cleaners for the cleaning of fabric and carpet. They will clean normal spots and stains very well. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. See Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-92 . Here are some cleaning tips: • Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. • Clean up stains as soon [...]

Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine and blood can be removed as follows: 1. Carefully scrape of f excess stain, then sponge the soiled area with cool water. 2. If a stain remains, follow the cleaning instructions described earlier. 3. If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat the area with a water and baking soda solution: 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup (250 ml) of lukewarm water. 4. Let dry. Stains caused by candy, ice cream, mayonnaise, chili sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows: 1. Carefully scrape of f excess stain. 2. Clean with cool water [...]

Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it diff icult to see through the windshield under certain conditions. Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge. Commercial cleaners may affect the surface finish. Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass. See Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-92 . Notice: If you use abra[...]

Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Use a car washing soap. Don’t use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Be sure to rinse the vehicle well, removing all soap residue completely. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. See Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-92 . Don’t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based, or that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agents[...]

Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible. If necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter. Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years. You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible. Cleaning the Windshield, Backglass and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not [...]

Cleaning Tires To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing products on your vehicle may damage the paint finish and/or tires. When applying a tire dressing, always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on your vehicle. Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection. Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the warranty. Finish Damage Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in the finish should [...]

Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing the following products. Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Description Usage Polishing Cloth Wax-Treated Interior and exterior polishing cloth. Tar and Road Oil Remover Removes tar, road oil and asphalt. Chrome Cleaner and Polish Use on chrome or stainless steel. White Sidewall Tire Cleaner Removes soil and black marks from whitewalls. Vinyl Cleaner Cleans vinyl tops, upholstery and convertible tops. Glass Cleaner Removes dirt, grime, smoke and fingerprints. Chrome and Wire Wheel Cleaner Removes dirt and grime from chrome wheels and wire wheel covers. Finish Enhancer Removes dust, fingerprints, and surfa[...]

Vehicle Identification Vehicle 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. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration. Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, specifications and replacement parts. Service Parts Identification Label You’ll find this label inside the glove box on the door. It’s very helpful if you ever need to orde[...]

Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by fuses, circuit breakers and thermal links in the wiring itself. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. Look at the metallic band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the correct size. If you ever have a problem on the road and don’t have a spare fuse, you can borrow one. Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without — like the radio or cigarette lighter — and use its fuse, if it is the size you need. Replace it as soon as you can. Before replacing a fu[...]

Fuses Usage P/W Power Windows DOM Dome Light, Radio Memory TAIL License Plate Light, Clearance/Marker Lights, Instrument Panel Illumination, Warning Tone HAZ Hazard Lights, Turn Signal IG Oxygen Sensor Heater, Cruise Control, Ignition Coil, Meter, G Sensor CIG Cigar/Cigarette Lighter, Radio, Power Mirror D/L Door Locks STP Brake Light, Horn, Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp, Cruise Control FOG Not Used DEF Rear Window Defogger, DRL, Heater, Air Conditioning S/H Not Used TRN Turn Signal, Back-Up Light, Hazard Lights WIP Windshield Wiper/Washer, Rear Window Wiper/Washer Fuses for the air bags and the heater/air conditioning system are located next to the instrument panel fuse block. 5-95[...]

Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located in the engine compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle and protects all electrical loads. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. For access to the main fuses, pull off the cover. Fuses/Relays Usage 1 Accessory Power Outlet 2 Electronic Fuel Injection System 3 Right Headlamp 4 Left Headlamp, High-Beam Indicator 5 Heater 6 Hazard Lamps, Rear Combination Lamps, Dome Light, Horn 7 Cigar Lighter, Radio, I.G., Meter, Wiper, Washer, Rear Defroster, Turn Signals, Back-Up Lamps 5-96[...]

Fuses/Relays Usage 8 Anti-Lock Brake System 9 All Electrical Loads 10 Shift Lock (Relay) 11 (2.5L Engine Only) Horn (Relay) Fuses/Relays Usage 12 Air Conditioning Compressor (Relay) 13 Air Conditioning Condenser Fan (Relay) 14 Air Conditioning 5-97[...]

Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Capacities and Specifications Application Capacities English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a and Polyalkylene Glycol (PAG) refrigerant oil with dye 0.9 lbs. 0.4 kg Automatic Transmission Drain and Refill 2.6 quarts 2.5 L* Cooling System 8.5 quarts 8.0 L Differential Front Rear 1.1 quarts 2.3 quarts 1.0 L* 2.2 L* Engine Oil with Filter 5.8 quarts 5.5 L** Fuel Tank 16.9 gallons 64 L Manual Transmission Four-Wheel Drive Two-Wheel Drive 1.6 quarts 2.0 quarts 1.5 L* 1.9 L* 5-98[...]

Capacities and Specifications (cont’d) Application Capacities English Metric Transfer Case 1.8 quarts 1.7 L Wheels and Tires Wheel Nut Torque Plastic Wheel Nut Cap Torque 73 lbft Tighten by hand plus one half turn with wheel wrench 100 Y *Recheck fluid level after filling. See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5-20 or Manual Transmission Fluid on page 5-23 . **When changing the oil filter, additional oil may be needed. Recheck the oil level after filling. See Engine Oil on page 5-13 . Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap V6 4 Automatic 0.043 inch (1.1 mm) 5-99[...]

Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 30025009 or equivalent Engine Oil Filter 91176162 or equivalent Passenger Compartment Air Filters 91175923 or equivalent PCV Valve 91176183 or equivalent Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Battery 3-volt CR2032 or equivalent Spark Plugs 91176020 (NGK IFR5J11/Iridium plug), 91173854 (NGK BKR6E11/Nickel plug) or 91173855 (DENSO K20PR-U11/Nickel plug) 5-100[...]

Engine Drive Belt Routing 5-101[...]

✍ NOTES 5-102[...]

Maintenance Schedule ..................................... .6-2 Introduction .................................................. .6-2 Maintenance Requirements ............................. .6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ................... .6-2 How This Section is Organized ........................ .6-3 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services .......... .6-4 Using Your Maintenance Schedule ................... .6-4 Selecting the Right Schedule .......................... .6-4 Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance ............. .6-7 Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance ..... .6-17 Part B: Owner Checks and Services ............... .6-24 At Each Fuel Fill .................................[...]

Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change as recommended. Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details. Maintenance Requirements Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition. Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty. Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also h[...]

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 GM dealer’s service department do these jobs. Your GM dealer has GM-trained and supported service people that will perform the work using genuine GM parts. { CAUTION: Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can be seriously injured. Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know-how and the proper tools and equipment for th[...]

Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services In this part are scheduled maintenance services which are to be performed at the mileage intervals specified. Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we do not know exactly how you will drive it. You may drive short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather. You may use your vehicle in making deliveries. Or you may drive it to work, to do errands or in many other ways. Because of the different ways people use their vehicles, maintenance needs may vary. You may need more frequent checks and replacements. So please read t[...]

Short Trip/City Definition Follow the Short Trip/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-and-go traff ic). • You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle. • If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi or other commercial application. One of the reasons you should follow this schedule if you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner. Short Trip[...]

Every 45,000 Miles (75 000 km): Automatic Transmission Fluid Hose Inspection (or every 45 months, whichever occurs first). Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Fuel Tank Cap Gasket Replacement. Emission System Hoses Inspection. Brake Fluid Service. Spark Plug Replacement. Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Automatic Transmission Service (normal conditions). Every 120 000 Miles (200 000 km): Evaporative Emissions Canister and Air Suction Filter Replacement (or every 120 months, whichever occurs first). Engine Accessory Drive Belt Replacement (or every 120 months, whichever occurs first). These intervals only summarize maintenance services. Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on[...]

Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). Cooling System Service (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection. Engine Air Cleaner Filter Replacement. Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement (If Equipped). Ignition Coil Plug Cap Inspection (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). Manual Transmission Fluid Change. Transfer Case Fluid Change. Differential Fluid Change. Fuel Filter Replacement (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). Every 45,000 Miles (75 000 km): Automatic Transmission Fluid Hose Inspection (or every 45 months, whichever occurs first). Every 60,00[...]

3,000 Miles (5 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ If Equipped: Inspect passenger compartment air filters. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first)[...]

If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 100,000 miles (166 000 km). ❑ Change manual transmission fluid. ❑ Change transfer case fluid. ❑ Change differential fluid. ❑ Inspect propeller shafts and U-joints for looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect more frequently if used off-road or for pulling a trailer. Tighten U-joint flange bolts if necessary. 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ If Equipped: Inspect passenger compartment air filters. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation[...]

❑ Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). See Engine Coolant on page 5-25 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Inspect ignition coil plug cap (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Replace engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service. ❑ Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: − I[...]

36,000 Miles (60 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ If Equipped: Inspect passenger compartment air filters. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ If Equipped: Inspect passenger compartment air filters. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection [...]

48,000 Miles (80 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ If Equipped: Inspect passenger compartment air filters. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ If Equipped: Inspect passenger compartment air filters. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection [...]

If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 100,000 miles (166 000 km). ❑ Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). See Engine Coolant on page 5-25 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. ❑ Inspect ignition coil plug cap (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Con[...]

69,000 Miles (115 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ If equipped: Inspect passenger compartment air filters. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one o[...]

81,000 Miles (135 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ If Equipped: Inspect passenger compartment air filters. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 87,000 Miles (145 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs[...]

❑ Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). See Engine Coolant on page 5-25 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Replace engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) ❑ Change manual transmission fluid. ❑ Change transfer case fluid. ❑ Change differential fluid. ❑ Replace fuel ?[...]

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services shown at 120,000 miles (200 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 120,000 miles (200 000 km) for the life of this vehicle. See Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 6-24 and Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6-28 . Footnotes † The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability p[...]

If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 100,000 miles (166 000 km). ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) ❑ Inspect propeller shafts and U-joints for looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect more frequently if used off-road or for pulling a trailer. Tighten U-joint flange bolts if necessary. 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper [...]

❑ Inspect ignition coil plug cap (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Replace engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service. ❑ Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Change manual transmission fluid. ❑ Change transfer case fluid. ❑ Change differential fluid. ❑ Replace fuel filter (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first, or sooner if filter is clogged). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ I[...]

If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 100,000 miles (166 000 km). ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) ❑ Inspect propeller shafts and U-joints for looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect more frequently if used off-road or for pulling a trailer. Tighten U-joint flange bolts if necessary. 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper [...]

❑ Inspect ignition coil plug cap (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Replace engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service. ❑ Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Change manual transmission fluid. ❑ Change transfer case fluid. ❑ Change differential fluid. ❑ Replace fuel filter (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Inspect emission system hoses and replace as necessary.[...]

If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 100,000 miles (166 000 km). ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) ❑ Inspect propeller shafts and U-joints for looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect more frequently if used off-road or for pulling a trailer. Tighten U-joint flange bolts if necessary. 82,500 Miles (137 500 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 7.5 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper[...]

❑ Replace engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service. ❑ Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Change manual transmission fluid. ❑ Change transfer case fluid. ❑ Change differential fluid. ❑ Replace fuel filter (or every 30 months, whichever occurs first. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Inspect propeller shafts and U-joints for looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs first). Inspect more frequently if used off-road or for pulling [...]

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, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown in Part D. At Each Fuel Fill It is important for you or a service station attendant to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill. Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary. See Engine Oil on page 5-13 for further details. Engine Coolant Level Check Check the [...]

At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.) Wiper Blade Check Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield. Also see Clean[...]

Starter Switch Check { CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 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 on page 2-24 if necessary. Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3. On automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear. The starter should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in any other position, your vehicle needs service. On manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever in NEUTRAL (N[...]

Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. • With an automatic transmission, the key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). • With a manual transmission, the key should turn to LOCK only if you push the key in farther, while turning it towards LOCK. On all vehicles, the key should come out only in LOCK. Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission Park (P) Mechanism Check { CAUTION: When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it b[...]

Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your dealer’s service department do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a service manual. See Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-11 . Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, bi[...]

Throttle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Rear Axle and Front Axle (Four-Wheel-Drive) Service Check the gear lubricant level and add if needed. See Rear Axle on page 5-48 and Four-Wheel Drive on page 5-49 . A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the system(s), and repair the system(s) if needed. Refer to Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6-4 to determine when to change the lubricant. Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines a[...]

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 which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. To determine the proper viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see Engine Oil on page 5-13 . Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water (preferably distilled) and good quality Ethylene Glycol Base Coolant (GM Part No. U.S. 12378560, in Canada 993089, or equivalent) and conforming to GM Specification 1825M or approved recycled coolant conforming to GM Speci?[...]

Usage Fluid/Lubricant Key Lock Cylinders Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Manual Transmission Shift Linkage Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Clutch Linkage Pivot Points Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Floor Shift Linkage Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. U.S. 12346293, in Canada 992723) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2 Category LB or GC-LB. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377[...]

Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6-32[...]

Maintenance Record (cont’d) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6-33[...]

Maintenance Record (cont’d) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6-34[...]

Customer Assistance and Information .............. .7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ..................... .7-2 Online Owner Center ..................................... .7-3 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ............................... .7-4 Customer Assistance Off ices ........................... .7-4 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities ................................................. .7-5 Roadside Assistance Program ......................... .7-5 Courtesy Transportation .................................. .7-7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records .................................................... .7-9 Reporting Safety Defects ..............[...]

Customer Assistance and Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings can occur. If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction, the following steps should be taken: STEP ONE: Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management. Normally, concerns can be quickly resolved at that level. If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales, service or parts manager, co[...]

The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action, use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days. If you do not agree with the decision given in your case, you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you. You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the toll-free telephone number or write them at the following address: BBB Auto Line[...]

Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing: 1-800-833-CHEV (2438). (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) Customer Assistance Of fices Chevrolet encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write to Chevrolet, the letter should be addressed to Chevrolet’s Customer Assistance Center. United States – Customer Assistance Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33170[...]

GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program, available to qualified applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 toward eligible aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle (hand controls, wheelchair/scooter lifts, etc.). This program can also provide you with free resource information, such as area driver assessment centers and mobility equipment installers. The offer is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase/lease. For more details, or to determine your vehicle’s eligibility, see your GM dealer or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-800-833-[...]

• Emergency Tow: Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle-disabling accident. Assistance when the vehicle is mired in sand, mud or snow. • Flat Tire Change: Installation of a spare tire will be covered at no charge. (The customer is responsible for the repair or replacement of the tire if not covered by a warrantable failure.) • Jump Start: No-start occurrences which require a battery jump start will be covered at no charge. • Dealer Locator Service In many instances, mechanical failures are covered under Chevrolet’s Bumper-to-Bumper warranty. However, when other services are utilized, our Roadside Assistance Representatives will explain any p[...]

Courtesy Transportation Chevrolet has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail purchase/lease customers in conjunction with the Bumper-to-Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required. This will reduce your inconvenience during warranty repairs. Plan Ahead When Possible When your vehicle requires warranty service, you should contact your dealer and requ[...]

Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, reimbursement (five day maximum) may be available for the use of public transportation such as taxi or bus. In addition, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses (five day maximum) may be available. Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts. Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained if your vehicle is kept for a warranty repair. Reimbursement will be limited to a maximum of $30.00 a day and[...]

Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle’s performance. Your vehicle uses on-board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and, if so equipped, to provide anti-lock braking and to help the driver control the vehicle in diff icult driving situations. Some information may be stored during regular operations to facilitate repair of detected malfunctions; other information is stored only in a crash or near crash event by computer systems commonly called [...]

Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traff ic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366[...]

Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $120.00 Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments, and specifications for GM transmissions, transaxles, and transfer cases. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $50.00 Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle. In Can[...]

Owner’s Information Owner publications are written specifically for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual, and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, please specify year and model name of the vehicle. ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123 Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only (VISA-Master[...]

A About Driving Y our V ehicle ................................. 0 - 2 Accessory Power Outlets ................................. 3-18 Adding W asher Fluid ....................................... 5-38 Additional Program Information ........................... 7 - 8 Additives, Fuel ................................................. 5 - 6 Add-On Electrical Equipment ............................ 5-93 Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) .............. 3-42 After Off-Road Driving ..................................... 4-30 Air Bag Readiness Light .......................................... 3-29 Air Bag System, Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ............................................. 1-52 Ai[...]

Brake Parking ...................................................... 2-24 System Inspection ....................................... 6-29 System W arning Light .................................. 3-30 Brake Adjustment ............................................ 5-41 Brake Fluid .................................................... 5-39 Brake Pedal Travel ......................................... 5-41 Brake Wear ................................................... 5-41 Brakes .......................................................... 5-39 Braking ........................................................... 4 - 7 Braking in Emergencies ................................... 4-10 Break-In, New V ehicl[...]

Child Restraints (cont.) Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position ........................................... 1-44 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position ........................................... 1-49 T op Strap ................................................... 1-39 T op Strap Anchor Location ............................ 1-41 Where to Put the Restraint ........................... 1-38 Cigarette Lighter ............................................. 3-19 Cleaning Inside of Y our V ehicle .................................. 5-86 Outside of Y our V ehicle ................................ 5-89 Underbody Maintenance ............................... 5-91 Wea[...]

D Daytime Running Lamps .................................. 3-14 Defensive Driving ............................................. 4 - 3 Defogging and Defrosting ................................. 3-21 Dinghy T owing ................................................ 4-48 Doing Y our Own Service Work ........................... 5 - 3 Dolly T owing .................................................. 4-50 Dome Lamp ................................................... 3-16 Door Locks .......................................................... 2 - 6 Power Door Locks ......................................... 2 - 7 Rear Door Security Locks ............................... 2 - 8 Driver Position, Safety Belt [...]

Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...................... 5-96 Engine Coolant Level Check ............................. 6-24 Engine Oil Additives ........................................ 5-16 Engine Oil Level Check ................................... 6-24 Entry Lighting ................................................. 3-17 Environmental Concerns .................................. 4-17 Event Data Records (EDR) ................................ 7 - 9 Express-Down Window .................................... 2-11 Extender , Safety Belt ....................................... 1-28 Exterior Lamps ............................................... 3-13 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner ..........................[...]

Gasoline Octane ........................................................ 5 - 4 Specifications ............................................... 5 - 4 Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving ................ 4-18 Glove Box ..................................................... 2-33 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities .................................................... 7 - 5 H Hazard W arning Flashers ................................... 3 - 4 Head Restraints ............................................... 1 - 5 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer .................... 3 - 7 Headlamps .................................................... 5-51 Bulb Replacement ..............................[...]

Inspection Brake System ............................................. 6-29 Engine Cooling System ................................ 6-28 Exhaust System .......................................... 6-28 Fuel System ............................................... 6-28 Part C - Periodic Maintenance ....................... 6-28 Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal ......................................... 6-28 Throttle System ........................................... 6-29 Instrument Panel Cluster ....................................................... 3-27 Overview ..................................................... 3 - 2 Instrument Panel Brightness ...........................[...]

Locks Door ........................................................... 2 - 6 Leaving Y our V ehicle ..................................... 2 - 9 Power Door .................................................. 2 - 7 Rear Door Security Locks ............................... 2 - 8 Long T rip/Highway Definition .............................. 6 - 6 Long T rip/Highway Intervals ............................... 6 - 6 Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance ........ 6-17 Loss of Control ............................................... 4-15 Luggage Carrier .............................................. 2-34 Lumbar Manual Controls ............................................ 1 - 3 M Maintenance, Normal Re[...]

Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror ................................ 2-31 Outside Convex Mirror ................................. 2-33 Outside Manual Mirrors ................................ 2-32 Outside Power Mirrors .................................. 2-32 MyGMLink.com ................................................ 7 - 3 N New V ehicle Break-In ...................................... 2-12 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ........... 5-100 O Odometer ...................................................... 3-28 Off-Road Recovery .......................................... 4-13 Oil Engine ....................................................... 5-13 Pressure Light ................................[...]

Plan Ahead When Possible ................................ 7 - 7 Playing a CD ................................................. 3-42 Playing the Radio ........................................... 3-40 Power Accessory Outlets ........................................ 3-18 Door Locks .................................................. 2 - 7 Indicator Light ............................................. 3-37 Steering Fluid ............................................. 5-37 Windows .................................................... 2-11 Power Mode .................................................. 2-20 Power Steering ............................................... 4-10 Q Questions and Answers About[...]

Restraint Systems Checking .................................................... 1-59 Replacing Parts ........................................... 1-60 Resynchronization ............................................. 2 - 6 Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts ...... 1-24 Roadside Assistance Program ....................................... 7 - 5 Rocking Y our V ehicle T o Get It Out ................... 4-45 Routing, Engine Drive Belt .............................. 5-101 Running Y our Engine While Y ou Are Parked ....... 2-30 S Safety Belt Reminder Light ............................................ 3-28 Safety Belts Care of ...................................................... 5-88 Center[...]

Shifting Out of Park (P) ................................... 2-27 Short T rip/City Definition .................................... 6 - 5 Short T rip/City Intervals ..................................... 6 - 5 Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance ................ 6 - 7 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ........................... 1-17 Skidding ........................................................ 4-15 Some Other Rainy Weather Tips ....................... 4-34 Special Fabric Cleaning Problems ..................... 5-87 Specifications, Capacities ................................. 5-98 Speedometer .................................................. 3-28 Stalling on an Incline ..................[...]

Tires (cont.) Wheel Replacement ..................................... 5-70 When It Is T ime for New T ires ...................... 5-66 T o Use the Engine Coolant Heater .................... 2-15 T op Strap ...................................................... 1-39 T op Strap Anchor Location ............................... 1-41 T orque Lock ................................................... 2-26 T otal Weight on Y our V ehicle’s Tires .................. 4-59 T owing Recreational V ehicle ..................................... 4-47 T owing a Trailer .......................................... 4-57 Y our V ehicle ............................................... 4-47 T railer Brakes ...........[...]

W W arning Lights, Gages and Indicators ................ 3-26 W arnings Hazard W arning Flashers ............................... 3 - 4 Other W arning Devices .................................. 3 - 5 Safety and Symbols ......................................... i i i V ehicle Damage .............................................. i v W ashing Y our V ehicle ...................................... 5-89 Weatherstrip Lubrication ................................... 6-25 Weight of the Trailer ........................................ 4-58 Weight of the Trailer T ongue ............................. 4-59 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use ........................ 5-15 What to Do with Used Oil ..............[...]