Chevrolet C2216 manual

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i 2002 Chevrolet T ahoe/Suburban Owner ’ s Manual Litho in U.S.A. Copyright General Motors Corporation 6/18/01 Part Number C2216 A First Edition All Rights Reserved[...]

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

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

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

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

vi Model Reference This manual covers these models: T ahoe Suburban[...]

1- 1-1 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly . Y ou can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts. 1 - 2 Seats and Seat Controls 1 - 22 Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone 1 - 27 Here Are Questions Many Peopl[...]

1-2 Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats -- how to adjust them, and fold them up and down. It also tells you about reclining front seatbacks and head restraints. Manual Front Seat CAUTION: Y ou can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement cou[...]

1-3 Manual Cushion Tilt (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this feature, you can raise or lower the front of the driver ’ s or passenger ’ s seat with this lever located at the inside edge of the seat. T o raise or lower the front of the seat, move the lever up or down in a continuous motion until the cushion reaches the desired height. Manual L[...]

1-4 Power Seat(s) (If Equipped) If your vehicle has a power seat, you can adjust it with these controls located on the outboard sides of the seats. Raise or lower the front of the seat cushion by raising or lowering the forward edge of the horizontal control. Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the whole horizontal control forward or rearwa[...]

1-5 Power Lumbar Control (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this feature, the four - way control is located on the outboard side of the seat. T o increase or decrease support, press and hold the front or rear of the control. Let go of the control when the lower seatback reaches the desired level of support. Y ou can also reshape the side wing area o[...]

1-6 Heated Front Seats (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this feature, the button used to control the driver ’ s heated seat is located on the driver ’ s door panel. The button used to control the passenger ’ s heated seat is located on the passenger ’ s door panel. T o activate the heated seats, press the button once for the HI heat settin[...]

1-7 But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re r eclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other [...]

1-8 Head Restraints Slide the head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. On some models, the head restraints tilt forward and rearward also. The rear seat head restraints in your vehicle may be adjustable. They work the same as the fron[...]

1-9 Folding the Seatbacks CAUTION: If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press r earward on the seatback to be sure it is locked. On all models with 60/40 split bench seats, you must insert the center occupant lap belt latch plate into the loop pr[...]

1-10 T o fold, pull up on the strap loop at the rear of the seat cushion. Then, pull the seat cushion up an fold it forward. After folding the seat cushion fully forward, pull the seatback forward and fold the seatback down until it is flat. If the seatback cannot fold flat because it interferes with the cushion, try moving the seat forward and/or [...]

1-1 1 Make sure that the buckles on the driver ’ s side seatback are accessible to the outboard and center occupant and are not under the seat cushions. On T ahoe/Y ukon models make sure the head restraints are returned to the upright position. Bucket Seats (Suburban/Y ukon XL Second Row) If your vehicle has bucket seats, the seatbacks can be rec[...]

1-12 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 restraints are stored securely in the space prov[...]

1-13 Once the seatbacks are folded down, the rear seat footwell area will be exposed and will have to be covered by the load floor panel. T o create a load floor , do the following: 1. Release the panels from the seatbacks by pushing forward on the latches. 2. Then fold the panels back to cover the rear seat footwell area. If you have removed the h[...]

1-14 Tilting the 50/50 Split Bench Seat CAUTION: If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked. CAUTION: If the support rod isn’t pr operly engaged, the folded third row seat could come loose in a s[...]

1-15 T o return the seat to the seating position do the following: 1. Push forward on the seat and release the support lock rod. 2. Secure the support rod in its stored position on the underside of the seat. 3. Lower the seat to the floor and let the seat drop into place. 4. Lift up on the carrying handle to make sure the seat is locked in place. 5[...]

1-16 4. Squeeze the release lever , located in the lower middle to unlatch the seat from the floor , while pulling the seat out. 5. While holding the rear of the seat up, roll the seat out of the vehicle. Replacing the 50/50 Split Bench Seat CAUTION: If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause i[...]

1-17 Full Bench Seat (Third Row) If your vehicle has a full bench seat, the seatback can be folded and the seat can be tilted or removed from the vehicle. Folding the Seatback CAUTION: If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the se[...]

1-18 Tilting the Full Bench Seat CAUTION: If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always press rearward on the seatback to be sure it is locked. CAUTION: If the support rod isn’t pr operly engaged, the folded third row seat could come loose in a sudden s[...]

1-19 5. T ilt the seat fully forward and secure it in place using the support rod located on the underside of the seat on the passenger ’ s side. Make sure the rod pin is fully engaged in the lock. 6. Push and pull on the seat. Make sure the support rod is holding it firmly in place. Use the seat in this position only when necessary for additiona[...]

1-20 3. T o unlatch the seat from the floor , pull up on the release lever labeled 2, located at the rear of the seat, and lift the rear of the seat up off the floor . 4. Squeeze the release lever , located in the lower middle to unlatch the seat from the floor while pulling the seat out. 5. While holding the rear of the seat up, roll the seat out [...]

1-21 CAUTION: A safety belt that is improperly r outed, not properly attached, or twisted won’t pr ovide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. After installing the seat, always check to be sure that the safety belts are pr operly routed and attached, and are not twisted. T o reinstall the full b[...]

1-22 Suburban/Y ukon XL: The passenger ’ s side of the second row 60/40 or rear bucket seats has an easy entry feature. This makes it easy to get in and out of the third seat, if your vehicle has one. T o operate the easy entry seat turn the release lever , located near the back of the seat rearward. T ilt the seatback toward the front of the veh[...]

1-23 CAUTION: It is extremely danger ous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas ar e more likely to be seriously injur ed or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat an[...]

1-24 Why Safety Belts W ork When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. T ake the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’ s just a seat on wheels. Put someone on it.[...]

1-25 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ...[...]

1-26 or the instrument panel ... or the safety belts! W ith safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. Y ou get more time to stop. Y ou stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’ s why safety belts make such good sense.[...]

1-27 Here Ar e Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers Q: W on’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? A: Y ou 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 af[...]

1-28 How to W ear Safety Belts Pr operly Adults 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 rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see the part of this manual called “Children.” Follow those rules fo[...]

1-29 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make 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. 5. T o m[...]

1-30 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way . CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury . The shoulder belt should fit against your body .[...]

1-31 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt in[...]

1-32 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The belt is over an armrest. CAUTION: Y ou 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[...]

1-33 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury . Also, the belt would apply t[...]

1-34 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The belt is twisted across the body . CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact for ces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly , or ask your dealer to fix it.[...]

1-35 T o unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way . Before you close the door , be sure the belt is out of the way . If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupa[...]

1-36 The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother . When a safety belt is worn properly , it’ s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly . Right Front Passenger Position T o learn how to wear the right front passenger ?[...]

1-37 Here are the most important things to know about the air bag systems: CAUTION: Y ou can be severely injur ed or killed in a crash if you aren’t wearing your safety belt -- even if you have air bags. W earing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it. Air bags are de[...]

1-38 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. Neither the vehicle’ s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them. Y oung children and infan[...]

1-39 How the Air Bag Systems W ork Where ar e the air bags? The driver ’ s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger ’ s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger ’ s side. The driver ’ s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver ’ s seatback closest to the door .[...]

1-40 The right front passenger ’ s side impact air bag is in the side of the passenger ’ s seatback closest to the door . CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing sever e injury or even death. The path of an inflating air bag must be kep[...]

1-41 When should an air bag inflate? The driver ’ s and right front passenger ’ s frontal air bags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near - frontal crashes. But they are designed to inflate only if the impact speed is above the system’ s designed “threshold level.” If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that does[...]

1-42 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. In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle. The air bag supplements the protection provided by safety belts. Air bags distr[...]

1-43 In many crashes severe enough to inflate an 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’ll need some new parts for your air bag system. If you don’t get them, the air b[...]

1-44 Servicing Y our Air Bag-Equipped V ehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag systems in several places around your vehicle. Y our dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag systems. T o purchase a service manual, see “Service and Owner Publicati[...]

1-45 Q: Is ther e anything I might add to the fr ont or sides of the vehicle that could keep the air bags from working pr operly? A: Y es. If you add things that change your vehicle’ s frame, bumper system, front end or side sheet metal or height, they may keep the air bag system from working properly . Also, the air bag system may not work prope[...]

1-46 Center Passenger Position Lap Belt If your vehicle has front and rear bench seats, someone can sit in the center positions. When you sit in a center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor . T o make the belt longer , tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt.[...]

1-47 T o make the belt shorter , pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap - shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuck[...]

1-48 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.[...]

1-49 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” at the end of this section. Make sure the release [...]

1-50 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt shoul[...]

1-51 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Rear shoulder belt comfort guides will provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for small adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head. There is one guide for each o[...]

1-52 Third Row Seat 1. For the second row , remove the guide from its storage clip on the trim panel near the side of the seatback. For the third row , remove the guide from its storage clip on the side of the seatback. 2. Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide.[...]

1-53 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The guide must be on top of the belt. Second Row Seat[...]

1-54 Third Row Seat 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in “Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions” earlier in this section. Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder . T o remove and store the comfort guides, squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides. Make sure you remove th[...]

1-55 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. (1 10 kg) force on a person’ s ar[...]

1-56 CAUTION: Children who ar e up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap - shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children, but not for young childr en and infants. Neither the vehicle’ s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them[...]

1-57 Q: What are the differ ent 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[...]

1-58 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, t[...]

1-59 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 [...]

1-60 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 s[...]

1-61 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. Y ou may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. These restraints use the[...]

1-62 T op Strap Some child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether .” It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision. For it to work, a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle. Some top strap - equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top strap being anchored. Others require the top strap al[...]

1-63 In Canada, the law requires that forward - facing child restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored. In the United States, some child restraints also have a top strap. If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points. Be sure to use an anchor point locate[...]

1-64 T ahoe/Suburban/Y ukon/Y ukon XL models with rear seats: A child restraint with a top strap should only be used in the second or third row . Don’t use a child restraint with a top strap in the front seat because there’ s no place to anchor the top strap. An anchor loop bracket for a top strap is located at the bottom rear of the seat cushi[...]

1-65 Suburban/Y ukon XL Third Row Seat T ahoe/Y ukon models: A child restraint with a top strap should only be used in the second row . Don’t use a child restraint with a top strap in the right front passenger ’ s position or in the third row , because there’ s no place to anchor the top strap. An anchor loop bracket for a top strap is locate[...]

1-66 Lower Anchorages and T op T ethers for Children (LA TCH System) (If Equipped) Y our vehicle may have the LA TCH system. If it does, you’ll find anchors (A) in the second row seats, where the seatbacks meets the seat cushions. T o assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system, each seating position with the LA TCH s[...]

1-67 W ith this system, use the LA TCH system instead of the vehicle’ s safety belts to secure a child restraint. CAUTION: If a LA TCH - type child restraint isn’t attached to its anchorage points, the restraint won’t be able to protect a child sitting ther e. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Make sure that a LA TCH[...]

1-68 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LA TCH System 1. Find the anchors for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Attach the anchor points on the child restraint to the anchors in the vehicle. The child restraint instructions w[...]

1-69 Y ou’ll be using the lap - shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say . 1. Put the restraint on the seat. 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and [...]

1-70 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 5. T o tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward - facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tig[...]

1-71 Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position Y ou’ll be using the lap belt. 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 . See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. 1. Make the belt as long as possibl[...]

1-72 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. T o tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward - facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the chi[...]

1-73 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position Don’t use child restraints in this position. The restraints won’t work properly . Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position[...]

1-74 Y our vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear - facing child restraint in this seat. Here’ s why: CAUTION: A child in a rear - facing child restraint can be seriously injur ed or killed if the right front passenger’ s air bag inflates. This is because the back of the rear - facing child restraint would be very close t[...]

1-75 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6. T o tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. Y ou 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 i[...]

1-76 Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’ s safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next to a window so the child can wear a lap - shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts? A: If possible, an older c[...]

1-77 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two childr en are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spr ead the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injur ed. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. Q: What if a child is wearing a lap - shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulde[...]

1-78 CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap - shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way , in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’ s force would then be applied right on the child’ s abdomen. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. Wh[...]

1-79 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 [...]

2- 2-1 Section 2 Featu r es and Cont r ols Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shifting and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem. 2 - 2 W indows 2 - 4 [...]

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

2-3 Manual Windows T urn the hand crank on each door to manually raise or lower the manual windows. Power W indows (If Equipped) If you have power windows, the controls are located on each of the side doors. The driver ’ s door has a switch for the passenger ’ s windows as well. Y our power windows will work when the ignition has been turned to[...]

2-4 Keys CAUTION: Leaving childr en in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many r easons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.[...]

2-5 Y our vehicle has one double - sided key for the ignition and all door locks as well as the spare tire hoist lock. Y our vehicle may also have a key that locks and unlocks the center floor console only (if equipped). If you ever lose your keys, your dealer will be able to assist you with obtaining replacements. NOTICE: Y our vehicle has a numbe[...]

2-6 Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers -- especially childr en -- can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle won’t open it. Y ou increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren’t locked. So, wear safety belts properly and lock the[...]

2-7 Power Door Locks Press the raised side of the switch, marked L on either front door to lock all the doors at once. Press the recessed side of the switch marked U to unlock all the doors at once. If your vehicle has this power door lock switch, press the bottom of the switch on either front door to lock all the doors at once. Press the top of th[...]

2-8 On the passenger side of the rear cargo door or liftgate opening trim there is a power lock switch which can be used to lock or unlock all of the doors. If the rear lock switch is pressed with the rear doors open, all of the doors will lock five seconds after the cargo doors are closed. The power door locks will operate at any time even when th[...]

2-9 T o enter the program mode you need to do the following: 1. Beginning with the ignition in OFF . Pull back on the turn signal/multifunction lever all the way toward you until flash - to - pass is activated, and hold it while you perform the next step. 2. T urn your key to RUN and OFF twice. Then, with the key in OFF , release the turn signal/mu[...]

2-10 Lockout Prevention This feature protects you from locking your key in the vehicle when the key is in the ignition and a door is open. If the power lock switch is pressed when a door is open and the key is in the ignition, all of the doors will lock and then the driver ’ s door will unlock. Child Security Locks (If Equipped) W ith this featur[...]

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

2-12 Operation UNLOCK: Pressing this button once will unlock the driver ’ s door . The parking lamps will flash and the interior lights will come on. The ground illumination lamps will come on. Pressing UNLOCK again within three seconds will cause the remaining doors to unlock. The parking lamps will flash and the interior lights will come on. LO[...]

2-13 NOTICE: When replacing the battery , use care not to touch any of the circuitry . Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter . T o replace the battery in the keyless entry transmitter do the following: 1. Insert a dime, or similar object, in the slot between the covers of the transmitter housing near the key[...]

2-14 Liftgate CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate glass, liftgate or rear doors open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. Y ou can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the liftgate glass, liftgate or rear doors open or if electrical wiring or other cable[...]

2-15 Panel Doors T o open the rear panel doors, you must open the passenger ’ s side panel door first. If the door is locked, insert your door key in the lock and turn it counterclockwise to unlock it. T o open the passenger ’ s side panel door , pull on the handle and pull the door open. T o open the driver ’ s side panel door , first open t[...]

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

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

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

2-19 Ignition Positions W ith the key in the ignition switch, you can turn the key to five different positions. A (ACCESSOR Y): This position lets you use things like the radio, power windows and the windshield wipers when the engine is off. Push in the key and turn it toward you. B (LOCK): This position locks your ignition and transmission. It’ [...]

2-20 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) (If Equipped) Y our vehicle may be equipped with a Retained Accessory Power (RAP) feature which will allow certain features on your vehicle to continue to work up to 20 minutes after the ignition key is turned to OFF . Y our radio, power windows, sunroof (if equipped), and OnStar System (if equipped) will work wh[...]

2-21 When starting your engine in very cold weather (below 0 F or - 18 C), do this: 1. W ith your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to ST AR T and hold it there up to 15 seconds. When the engine starts, let go of the key . 2. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be flooded with too much gasolin[...]

2-22 T o Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. T urn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The cord is located on the driver ’ s side of the engine compartment, near the power steering fluid reservoir . 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 1 10 - volt AC outlet. CAUTION: Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause [...]

2-23 Y our vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission and features an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument panel cluster . This display must be powered anytime the shift lever is capable of being moved out of P ARK (P). This means that if your key is in OFF , rather than LOCK, there will be a small current drain on your[...]

2-24 REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. NOTICE: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transmission. Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle is stopped. T o rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow , ice or sand without damaging your transmission, see “Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow”[...]

2-25 DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than about 35 mph (56 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph (56 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down. Y ou’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power . DRIVE (D) can be used [...]

2-26 T ow/Haul Mode Selector Button Y our vehicle is equipped with a tow/haul mode. The selector button is located on the end of the column shift lever . Y ou can use this feature to assist when towing or hauling a heavy load. See “T ow/Haul Mode” in the Index for more information. The tow/haul mode also interacts with the Autoride feature, if [...]

2-27 If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released, the brake system warning light will go off. NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. Y ou may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle. If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill, see “T owing a T[...]

2-28 2. Move the shift lever into P ARK (P) position like this: Pull the shift lever toward you. Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. Be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear -- not in NEUTRAL (N). 4. T urn the ignition key to LOCK. 5. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, y[...]

2-29 Leaving Y our V ehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Y our vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in P ARK (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 r oll, eve[...]

2-30 Shifting Out of P ARK (P) Y our vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. Y ou have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from P ARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN. See “Automatic T ransmission” in the Index. If you cannot shift out of P ARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever and push the shift [...]

2-31 Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. Y ou might have exhaust coming in if: Y our exhaust system sounds strange or different. Y our vehicle gets rusty underneath. Y our vehicle was damaged in a collision. Y our vehicle w[...]

2-32 CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P ARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Y our vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you’ve left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly . Y ou or others could be injured. T o be su[...]

2-33 Automatic Level Control The automatic level control rear suspension is available on C/K 1500 vehicles and comes as a part of the Autoride suspension. This type of level control is fully automatic and will provide a better leveled riding position as well as better handling under a variety of passenger and loading conditions. An air compressor c[...]

2-34 Four - Wheel Drive (If Equipped) If your vehicle has four - wheel drive, you can send your engine’ s driving power to all four wheels for extra traction. T o get the most satisfaction out of four - wheel drive, you must be familiar with its operation. Read the part that follows before using four - wheel drive. See the appropriate text for th[...]

2-35 Y ou can choose among four driving settings: 2HI: This setting is used for driving in most street and highway situations. Y our front axle is not engaged in two - wheel drive. This setting also provides the best fuel economy . AUTO 4WD: This setting is ideal for use when road conditions are variable. When driving your vehicle in AUTO 4WD, the [...]

2-36 CAUTION: Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in P ARK (P). Y ou or someone else could be seriously injur ed. Be sur e to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in NEUTRAL. See “Parking Brake” in the Index. NEUTRAL: Shift the vehicle’ s transfer case to NEUTRAL o[...]

2-37 Shifting Out of 4LO T o shift from 4LO to 4HI, AUTO 4WD or 2HI your vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph (4.8 km/h) with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N) and the ignition in RUN. The preferred method for shifting out of 4LO is to have your vehicle moving 1 to 2 mph (1.6 to 3.2 km/h). Press and release the 4HI, AUTO 4WD or 2HI switc[...]

2-38 Shifting Out of NEUTRAL T o shift out of NEUTRAL: 1. Set the parking brake and apply the regular brake pedal. 2. Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL (N) and turn the ignition to RUN with the engine off. 3. Press the button for the desired transfer case shift position (2HI, 4HI, AUTO 4WD or 4LO). 4. After the transfer case has shifted out of NEUT[...]

2-39 T urn Signal/Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: T urn and Lane Change Signals Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer Flash - to - Pass Feature W indshield W ipers W indshield W asher Cruise Control (If Equipped) For information on the exterior lamps, see “Exterior Lamps” earlier in this se[...]

2-40 T urn Signal On Chime If your turn signal is left on for more than 3/4 of a mile (1.2 km), a chime will sound at each flash of the turn signal. T o turn off the chime, move the turn signal lever to the off position. Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer T o change the headlamps from low to high beam or high to low beam, pull the multifunction lever a[...]

2-41 For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIST . Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one wipe. If you want more wipes, hold the band on MIST longer . Y ou can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain or snow . T urn the band to choose the dela[...]

2-42 T o wash the window , press the knob. The rear window washer uses the same fluid bottle as the windshield washer . However , the rear window washer will run out of fluid before the windshield washer . If you can wash your windshield but not your rear windows, check the fluid level. Cruise Control (If Equipped) W ith cruise control, you can mai[...]

2-43 Setting Cruise Control CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control switch on when you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you don’t want to. Y ou could be startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise contr ol switch off until you want to use cruise control. 1. Move the cruise control switch to ON. 2. Get up[...]

2-44 Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Contr ol There are two ways to go to a higher speed: Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Press the SET button at the end of the lever , then release the button and the accelerator pedal. Y ou’ll now cruise at the higher speed. Move the cruise switch from ON to R/A. Hold it there until you[...]

2-45 Exterior Lamps The control on the driver ’ s side of your instrument panel operates the exterior lamps. T urn the control clockwise to operate the lamps. The exterior lamp control has three positions: (Off): T urning the control to this position turns off all lamps, except the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). It also puts the system into automat[...]

2-46 Automatic Headlamp System When it is dark enough outside, your automatic headlamp system will turn on your headlamps at the normal brightness along with other lamps such as the taillamps, sidemarker , parking lamps and the instrument panel lights. The radio lights will also be dim. Y our vehicle is equipped with a light sensor located on the t[...]

2-47 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 firs[...]

2-48 Fog Lamps (If Equipped) If your vehicle has fog lamps, use them for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. The fog lamp button is located on the left side of the instrument panel. Y our parking lamps and/or low - beam headlamps must be on for your fog lamps to work. Press the button to turn the fog lamps on. Press the button again to turn[...]

2-49 Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Control This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights. The thumbwheel for this feature is located next to the headlamp control. T urn the thumbwheel up to adjust the instrument panel lights. T urn the thumbwheel up to return the radio display to full brightness when the headlamps[...]

2-50 Y our vehicle may also have reading lamps in other locations. T o turn the lamps on or off, press the button located next to the lamp. The lamps are fixed and cannot be adjusted. Dome Lamps The dome lamps will come on when you open a door . Y ou can also turn the dome lamps on by turning the thumbwheel, located next to the exterior lamps contr[...]

2-51 Mirrors Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror Pull the tab under the mirror toward you to reduce glare from headlamps behind you after dark. Push the tab away from you for normal daytime operation. Electrochr omic Inside Rearview Mirror with Compass and T emperature Display (If Equipped) When on, an electrochromic mirror automatically dims to the p[...]

2-52 T emperature Display Pressing the TEMP button once briefly will toggle the compass/temperature reading on and off. T o alternate the temperature reading between Fahrenheit and Celsius, press and hold the TEMP button for three seconds until the display blinks F and C. Press and release the TEMP button to toggle between the Fahrenheit and Celsiu[...]

2-53 Compass Calibration The compass may need calibration if one of the following occurs: After five seconds, the display does not show a compass heading (N for North, for example), there may be a strong magnetic field interfering with the compass. Such interference may be caused by a magnetic antenna mount, magnetic note pad holder or a similar ma[...]

2-54 4. Press the COMP button on the bottom of the mirror until the new zone number appears in the display . After you stop pressing the button in, the display will show a compass direction within a few seconds. Outside Manual Adjust Mirrors Adjust your outside mirrors so you can just see the side of your vehicle and have a clear view of objects be[...]

2-55 Camper -T ype Outside Mirr ors (If Equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with camper - type mirrors, they can be adjusted so you can have a clear view of objects behind you. Pull out the mirror head to extend it for better visibility when towing a trailer . Electric Outside Rearview Mirrors (If Equipped) The controls are located on the driver [...]

2-56 Convex Outside Mirror Y our 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 ar e. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right. Che[...]

2-57 Armrest Storage Compartment (If Equipped) Y our vehicle may have a center armrest storage compartment in the front bench seat. T o open it, fold down the armrest and press the latch handle located at the front of the armrest. Then, let the lid pop up and swing open. The storage compartment has a cassette/compact disc holder . The holder will s[...]

2-58 Cupholders Y our vehicle may have cupholders located in the front and rear floor console or in the second seat fold down armrest and in the quarter trim. Rear Storage Compartment Y our vehicle has a storage compartment located in the rear cargo area of the vehicle in the driver’ s side trim panel. T o open the utility compartment, press in o[...]

2-59 T o remove the shade from the vehicle: 1. Let the shade go all the way into the holder . 2. Then, grasping the passenger ’ s side shade endcap, push the shade endcap toward the driver ’ s side of the vehicle. The endcap should lock in the compressed position. 3. Lift the shade up on the passenger ’ s side, swing the shade rearward and ta[...]

2-60 Luggage Carrier (If Equipped) If you have the luggage carrier , you can load things on top of your vehicle. The luggage carrier has slats and siderails attached to the roof and crossrails which can be moved back and forth to help secure cargo. T ie the load to the siderails or siderail supports. NOTICE: Loading cargo that weighs more than 200 [...]

2-61 Y our vehicle has a Center High - Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) located above the glass or above the rear load doors. If items are loaded on the roof of the vehicle, care should be taken not to block or damage the CHMSL unit. Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Front Ashtray The front ashtray is located near the center of the instrument panel. Pull on t[...]

2-62 Illuminated V isor V anity Mirror (If Equipped) Pull the sun visor down and lift the mirror cover to turn on the lamps. There is a slide switch to adjust the brightness of the lamps. Accessory Power Outlets W ith accessory power outlets you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or CB radio. T wo accessory powe[...]

2-63 OnStar System (If Equipped) OnStar is a vehicle communications system that offers a variety of services and provides a one - touch hands - free communication link between you and the OnStar Center . T o receive OnStar services, a service subscription agreement is required and an additional fee may be required. Services are available 24 hours a[...]

2-64 The light will be red in the event of an OnStar system malfunction. If this occurs press the OnStar button to attempt to contact an advisor . If the connection is made, the advisor will assist you with steps to take to make sure that the system is functioning properly . If you cannot contact the advisor , take your vehicle to your dealership a[...]

2-65 V ehicle Locator Service : T o contact the center , call 1 - 888 - 4 - ONST AR. Y ou will be required to provide your security information. An advisor will send a command to your vehicle to sound the horn and/or flash the lamps. Route Support : An advisor can provide directions or guidance to most places you want to go. In addition, they can h[...]

2-66 Sunr oof (If Equipped) Y our vehicle may be equipped with a power sliding sunroof. T o open or close your sunroof, the ignition or RAP needs to be active. See “Retained Accessory Power” in the Index. Press and release the rear side of the button located in the front overhead console to express - open the glass panel and sunshade. T o close[...]

2-67 HomeLink T ransmitter (If Equipped) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device complies with RSS - 2[...]

2-68 If you have trouble programming HomeLink, make sure that you have followed the directions exactly as described and that the battery in the hand - held transmitter is not weak. If you still cannot program it, move the hand - held transmitter to the left or right or forward or backward or flip it upside down. HomeLink may not work with older gar[...]

2-69 2. Press the Learn or Smart button on the garage door opener motor head unit. An indicator light will begin to flash when the motor head unit enters the training mode. Following this step, you have 30 seconds to start Step 3. 3. Return to HomeLink in your vehicle and firmly press and release the programmed HomeLink button three times. The roll[...]

2-70 The Instrument Panel - Y our Information System[...]

2-71 The main components of the instrument panel are the following: A. Dome Lamp Override Button B. Lamp Controls C. Air Outlets D. Automatic T ransfer Case/T raction Assist System (T AS) (If Equipped) E. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever F . Instrument Panel Cluster G. Shift Lever H. T ow/Haul Selector Button I. Audio System J. Comfort Control Syste[...]

2-72 Instrument Panel Cluster United States Heavy Duty T ransmission version shown. Canada and Light Duty T ransmission Clusters similar . Y our instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. Y ou’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel you have and many other things you’ll need to know to d[...]

2-73 Speedometer and Odometer Y our speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Y our odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). T rip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven[...]

2-74 When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please follow this manual’ s advice. W aiting to do repairs can be costly -- and even dangerous. So please get to know your warning lights and gages. They’re[...]

2-75 CAUTION: If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle, it means the air bag system may not be working properly . The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. T o help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle serviced right away if the air bag readiness[...]

2-76 Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an extended period. This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle. As engine speeds are increased, this condition should correct itself[...]

2-77 This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If it doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’ s a problem. If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully . Y ou may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or , the pedal may go closer to the f[...]

2-78 Low T raction Light (If Equipped) If you have the T raction Assist System, this light will come on when the system is limiting wheel spin. See “T raction Assist System” in the Index. Y ou may feel or hear the system working or notice a lack of accelerator response, but this is normal. The LOW TRACTION light also comes on briefly when you t[...]

2-79 The TRACTION OFF light may come on for the following reasons: If you turn the system off by pressing the T AS on/off button located to the left of the steering wheel, the light will come on and stay on. T o turn the system back on, press the button again; the light should go off. If you move the shift lever to FIRST (1), the light will come on[...]

2-80 Engine Coolant T emperature Gage United States Canada This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. It also provides an indicator of how hard your vehicle is working. During a majority of the operation, the gage will read 210 F (100 C) or less. If you are pulling a load or going up hills, it is normal for the temperature to fluctuate and app[...]

2-81 At approximately 265 F (130 C), the message center will display a TRANS FLUID HOT message and the transmission will enter a transmission protection mode. When the transmission enters the protection mode, you may notice a change in the transmission shifting patterns. The transmission will return to normal shifting patterns when the transmission[...]

2-82 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada) United States Canada Y our vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This system is called OBD II (On - Board Diagnostics - Second Generation) and is intended to assu[...]

2-83 NOTICE: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tir es with other than those of the same Tir e Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect your vehicle’ s emission controls and may cause the SER VICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light to come on. Modifications[...]

2-84 If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: Reducing vehicle speed. A voiding hard accelerations. A voiding 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 [...]

2-85 Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See “Fuel” in the Index. Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as efficiently as designed. Y ou may notice this as stalling after start - up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear , misfiring, hesitation on acceleration or s[...]

2-86 Oil Pressur e Gage United States Canada The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running. Canadian vehicles indicate pressure in kPa (kilopascals). Oil pressure may vary with engine speed, outside temperature and oil viscosity , but readings above the low pressure zone indicate the [...]

2-87 Cruise Light (If Equipped) United States Canada The CRUISE light comes on whenever you set your cruise control. See “Cruise Control” in the Index. T ow/Haul Light This message is displayed when the tow/haul mode has been activated. For more information, see “T ow/Haul Mode” in the Index. Fuel Gage United States Canada The fuel gage, wh[...]

2-88 Here are some situations you may experience with your fuel gage. None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gage. At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated. For example, the gage may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actual[...]

2-89 T rans Fluid Hot If you have an automatic transmission, you have a transmission temperature warning display contained in the message center . If the transmission fluid temperature becomes high, the message will be displayed. When the transmission enters the protection mode, you may notice a change in the transmission shifting patterns. When th[...]

2-90 T rans Hot...Idle Engine Y our vehicle has a transmission over - temperature display contained in the message center . If this warning message is displayed, pull the vehicle off the roadway when it is safe to do so. Set the parking brake and place the transmission in P ARK (P). Idle the engine until the message center no longer displays a mess[...]

2-91 Low Coolant This message is displayed when the cooling system is low on coolant. The engine may overheat. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index and have your vehicle serviced as soon as you can. Check Coolant T emp This message is displayed when the cooling system temperature gets hot. Check the coolant temperature gage and the coolant level. [...]

2-92 Check Eng Oil Pressur e This message is displayed when the engine oil pressure is low . See “Oil Pressure Gage” in the Index for more information. Check Eng Oil Level This message is displayed when the engine oil level is low . Once oil is added, it may need time to drain and settle in the engine before this message will turn off. It is be[...]

2-93 Change Engine Oil This message is displayed when the engine oil needs to be changed. The message is only displayed for 15 seconds at the start of each ignition cycle. When you change the engine oil, be sure to reset the Engine Oil Life System. See “Engine Oil, When to Change” in the Index. Security This message is displayed when the conten[...]

2-94 Service Ride Control This message is displayed when a possible problem exists with the Autoride system (if equipped.) For more information, see “Autoride ” in the Index. Cargo Door Ajar This message is displayed when the rear liftglass, liftgate or panel doors are ajar when the ignition is in RUN. Low Fuel This message is displayed when yo[...]

3- 3-1 Section 3 Comfort Cont r ols and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems o f fered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle. 3 - 2 Comfort Controls 3 - 2 Standard Comfort Controls 3 - 3 Heater and Air Conditioning Comfort Controls [...]

3-2 Comfort Controls Standard Comfort Controls Fan Knob The knob on the left side of the control panel adjusts the fan speed. T o increase airflow , turn the knob clockwise. T o decrease airflow , turn it counterclockwise. T o turn the fan off, turn the knob to OFF . T emperature Knob The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the tempera[...]

3-3 Heater and Air Conditioning Comfort Controls (If Equipped) Fan Knob The knob on the left side of the control panel adjusts the fan speed. T o increase airflow , turn the knob clockwise. T o decrease airflow , turn it counterclockwise. T o turn the fan off, turn the knob to OFF . T emperature Knob The middle knob on the control panel lets you se[...]

3-4 (Blend): Airflow is delivered through the floor outlets, center floor console outlets (if equipped), the windshield defroster outlets and the side window defroster outlets. The air conditioning compressor may run to dehumidify the air to prevent window fogging. (Defrost): This setting directs most of the air through the windshield defroster out[...]

3-5 The auto recirculation feature will activate when the following are true: the air conditioning system is activated, the outside air button is on, and the vehicle load is high due to city tra f fic, extended idling or hot weathe r . The system will automatically switch to the recirculation mode to lower the system load and improve interior comfo[...]

3-6 When both the fan control and mode knobs are in the AUTO position, the system will then automatically maintain the desired cabin temperature as selected. Manual control of functions is also available. T emperature Knob The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the desired air temperature in your vehicle. This knob will allow you to a[...]

3-7 (Defrost): This setting directs most of the air through the windshield defroster outlets with air flow also delivered from the side window and floor outlets. When in defrost mode, the air conditioning compressor may run to assist in dehumidifying the air and limit window fogging. Mode Buttons (Outside Air): Press this button to force the system[...]

3-8 If you push a button for a function which is not available, the light next to that button will flash three times to alert you that it’ s not available. T o find your comfort zone, start with the 74 F (23 C) setting and allow about 20 minutes for the system to adjust the temperature if necessary . W ith the automatic setting, the air condition[...]

3-9 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating Systems (If Equipped) If your vehicle has one of these systems, you can increase and decrease the airflow at the rear vents. Depending on the system you have and the setting selected, you can send cooled or heated air to the rear of the vehicle. Rear Air Conditioning and Rear Heater (With Sunr oof) Y our vehicl[...]

3-10 Rear Air Conditioning (Without Rear Heater) (If Equipped) Front Contr ol T o increase and decrease the flow of cooled air to the rear vents, turn the knob to the fan speed you want. The knob has three speed positions. T o increase the flow of cooled air , turn the knob toward 3. T o decrease the flow of cooled air , turn it toward 1. T o turn [...]

3-1 1 Rear Air Conditioning and Rear Heater (If Equipped) If your vehicle has the rear air conditioning and rear heater system combination, controls are provided to regulate temperature, location and fan speed. Front Contr ol T o adjust the airflow speed, turn the fan knob located on the left side to the desired setting. T o activate the second sea[...]

3-12 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating Systems with Electronic Climate Contr ol System (If Equipped) Front Contr ol Rear Control W ith this system the rear passengers can control the temperature of the air flow for the rear seating area. The climate control has three controls. T o adjust the airflow speed, turn the fan knob located on the left side[...]

3-13 Air Conditioning On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot air inside escape. This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down. Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best. The A/C button, below the mode knob, allows the air coming into your vehicle to be cooled. This setting is useful for norm[...]

3-14 Heating The heater works best if you keep your windows closed while using it. On cold days, use the floor or bi - level setting with the temperature knob in the red area. On cold days, approximately 32 F ( - 0 C) or lower , if your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, you may experience differences in how the transmission shifts[...]

3-15 The defogger will shut itself off after several minutes. If you need additional warming time, press the button again. Y ou can turn the defogger off at any time by pressing the button. If your vehicle is equipped with heated outside mirrors, the rear window defogger button will also activate the heated outside mirrors. Do not attach a temporar[...]

3-16 Y our vehicle has air outlets in the center and on the sides of your instrument panel. Y ou can turn the outlets from side - to - side or up and down to direct the flow of air . The left driver and passenger outlets on vehicles equipped with air conditioning have shut off knobs. T urn the knob to the left to shut off air flow or to the right t[...]

3-17 Audio Systems Y our audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. Y ou will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first. Find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all of its controls, to be sure you’re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that we[...]

3-18 SEEK : Press the right or left arrow to seek to the next or previous station and stay there. SCAN : Press both SCAN arrows. SCAN will appear on the display . The radio will scan to the next station, play for a few seconds, then scan to the next station. Press the RECALL knob or both SCAN arrows to stop scanning. Setting Preset Stations The fou[...]

3-19 AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic T one Control (If Equipped) Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on and off. V OL (V olume): Turn this knob clockwise to increase volume. T urn it counterclockwise to decrease volume. The knob is capable of rotating continuously . SCV (Speed - Compensated V olume)[...]

3-20 SEEK : Press the right or left arrow to seek to the next station or previous station and stay there. The radio will seek to stations with a strong signal only . The sound will mute while seeking. T o scan stations, press and hold either SEEK arrow for two seconds until SCAN appears on the display . The radio will scan to a station, play for a [...]

3-21 Setting the T one (Bass/T reble) BASS: Press this knob lightly so it extends. T urn the knob clockwise to increase bass and counterclockwise to decrease bass. TREB (T reble): Press this knob lightly so it extends. T urn the knob clockwise to increase treble and counterclockwise to decrease treble. If a station is weak or noisy , you may want t[...]

3-22 1 PREV (Previous): Press this pushbutton to search for the previous track. If you hold this pushbutton or press it more than once, the disc will advance further . Sound is muted in this mode. 2 RDM (Random): Press this pushbutton to play the tracks on the disc in random order . RANDOM will appear on the display . Press this pushbutton again to[...]

3-23 EJECT : Press this button to eject the disc from the player and play the radio. When the same or a new disc is inserted, the disc will start playing on track one. If a compact disc is left sitting in the opening for more than a few seconds, the player will pull the CD back in. The radio will continue playing. When the ignition is off, press th[...]

3-24 PWR (Power): Press this button to turn the rear seat audio system on or off. The rear speakers will be muted when the power is turned on. Y ou may operate the rear seat audio functions even when the primary radio power is off. V OL (V olume): Press this knob lightly so it extends. T urn the knob clockwise to increase volume and counterclockwis[...]

3-25 P .SET PROG (Pr eset Pr ogram): The front passengers must be listening to something different for each of these functions to work: Press this button to scan through the preset radio stations set on the pushbuttons on the main radio. The radio will go to a preset station, play for a few seconds, then go on to the next preset station. Press this[...]

3-26 Primary Radio Controls The following functions are controlled by the main radio: 1 PREV (Previous): Press this pushbutton or the left SEEK arrow (in the opposite direction that the lighted tape direction arrow points) to search for the previous selection. A minimum three - second blank gap is needed for the player to stop at the beginning of t[...]

3-27 Remote Cassette T ape Player Controls The following functions are controlled by the remote cassette tape player: PROG (Program): Press this button on the remote player to go from one side of the tape to the other . EJECT : Press this button on the remote player to remove the tape. EJECT can be used with either the ignition or radio off. Also, [...]

3-28 8. Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down. The display will show REP to let you know that you need to repeat Steps 5 through 7 to confirm your secret code. 9. Press AM FM and this time the display will show SEC to let you know that your radio is secure. The LED indicator by the volume k[...]

3-29 If the code entered is incorrect, SEC will appear on the display . The radio will remain secured until the correct code is entered. When battery power is removed and later applied to a secured radio, the radio won’t turn on and LOC will appear on the display . T o unlock a secured radio, see “Unlocking the Theft - Deterrent Feature After a[...]

3-30 NOTICE: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle -- like a tape player , CB radio, mobile telephone or two - way radio -- be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’ s very important to do it properly . Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’ s engine, Delphi Electronics radio or other syste[...]

3-31 The recommended cleaning method for your remote cassette tape player is the use of a scrubbing action, non - abrasive cleaning cassette with pads, which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn. The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealer (GM Part No. 12344789). When cleaning the cassette tape player [...]

4- 4-1 Section 4 Y our Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. W e’ve also included many other useful tips on driving. 4 - 2 Defensive Driving 4 - 3 Drunken Driving 4 - 6 Control of a V ehicle 4 - 6 Braking 4 - 9 T raction Assist System (T AS) (Option) 4 - 12[...]

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

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

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

4-5 The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I’ll be careful” isn’t the right answer . What if there’ s an 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[...]

4-6 Control of a V ehicle Y ou have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator . All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’ s easy to ask more of those control systems than t[...]

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

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

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

4-10 The T raction Assist System may operate on dry roads under some conditions. When this happens, you may notice a reduction in acceleration. This is normal and doesn’t mean there’ s a problem with your vehicle. Examples of these conditions include a hard acceleration in a turn, an abrupt upshift or downshift of the transmission or driving on[...]

4-1 1 The T raction Assist System, as delivered from the factory , will automatically come on whenever you start your vehicle. T o limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions, you should always leave the system on. But you can turn the T AS off if you ever need to. Y ou should turn the T AS off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand, [...]

4-12 Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. Speed-Sensitive Steering (If Equipped) This system varies the amount of steering effort proportionate to your vehicle speed. Steering is easier at lower speeds for maneuvering and[...]

4-13 Suppose you’re steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control systems -- steering and acceleration -- have to do their work where the tires meet the road. Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places. Y ou can lose control. Refer to “T raction Assist System” in the Index. What should you [...]

4-14 An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand. But you have to act fast, steer quickly , and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the ob[...]

4-15 Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two - lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two - lane highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occu[...]

4-16 Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror , activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane. (Remember that if your right outside mirror is c[...]

4-17 A cornering skid and an acceleration skid are best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal. A cornering skid is best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal. If you have the “T raction Assist System,” remember: It helps avoid only the acceleration skid. If you do not have this system, or if the system is off, th[...]

4-18 Off - Road Driving with Y our Four - Wheel - Drive V ehicle This off - road guide is for vehicles that have four - wheel drive. Also, see “Anti - Lock Brakes” in the Index. If your vehicle doesn’t have four - wheel drive, you shouldn’ t drive of f - road unless you’re on a level, solid surface. Off - road driving can be great fun. Bu[...]

4-19 The following steps must be performed on each of the push - pins to remove the air dam: 1. Insert a tool into the push - pin slot and pull downward until the push - pin snaps loose. 2. While continuing to pull downward on the push - pin, squeeze and turn the expandable end of the push - pin with a tool until it releases from the retainer .[...]

4-20 3. Pull the push - pins and lower air dam assembly away from the retainers until the lower air dam is free. When you’re back on roads, though, be sure to replace the air dam. NOTICE: Operating your vehicle for extended periods without the front bumper lower air dam installed can cause improper air flow to the engine and may allow things like[...]

4-21 Before Y ou Go Off-Roading There are some things to do before you go out. For example, be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done. Check to make sure all underbody shields (if so equipped) are properly attached. Be sure you read all the information about your four - wheel - drive vehicle in this manual. Is there enough fue[...]

4-22 Environmental Concerns Off - road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation. However , it also raises environmental concerns. GM recognizes these concerns and urges every off - roader to follow these basic rules for protecting the environment: Always use established trails, roads and areas that have been specially set aside for p[...]

4-23 Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving It’ s a good idea to practice in an area that’ s safe and close to home before you go into the wilderness. Off - road driving does require some new and dif ferent driving skills. Here’ s what we mean. T une your senses to different kinds of signals. Y our eyes, for example, need to constantly sweep [...]

4-24 Scanning the T errain Off - road driving can take you over many dif ferent kinds of terrain. Y ou need to be familiar with the terrain and its many different features. Here are some things to consider . Surface Conditions. Off - roading can take you over hard - packed dirt, gravel, rocks, grass, sand, mud, snow or ice. Each of these surfaces a[...]

4-25 Driving on Off-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’t do. There are some hills that simply can’t be driven, no matter how well built the vehicle. CAUTION: Many hills are simply too steep for any vehicle. [...]

4-26 Driving Uphill Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, you need to take some special steps. Use a low gear and get a firm grip on the steering wheel. Get a smooth start up the hill and try to maintain your speed. Don’t use more power than you need, because you don’t want your wheels to start spinning or sliding. T ry to drive str[...]

4-27 Q: What should I do if my vehicle stalls, or is about to stall, and I can’t 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’ s what you should do: Push the brake pedal to stop the vehicle and keep it from rolling backwards. Also, apply the parking brake. I[...]

4-28 Q: Suppose, after stalling, I try to back down the hill and decide I just can’t do it. What should I do? A: Set the parking brake, put your transmission in P ARK (P) 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 th[...]

4-29 Driving Downhill When off - roading takes you downhill, you’ll want to consider a number of things: How steep is the downhill? W ill I be able to maintain vehicle control? What’ s the surface like? Smooth? Rough? Slippery? Hard - packed dirt? Gravel? Are there hidden surface obstacles? Ruts? Logs? Boulders? What’ s at the bottom of the h[...]

4-30 Q: Are ther e some things I should not do when driving down a hill? A: Y es! 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’ s not too steep to drive down may be too steep to drive across. Y ou coul[...]

4-31 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, [...]

4-32 Q: What if I’m driving across an incline that’ s not too steep, but I hit some loose gravel and start to slide downhill. What should I do? A: If you feel your vehicle starting to slide sideways, turn downhill. This should help straighten out the vehicle and prevent the side slipping. However , a much better way to prevent this is to get ou[...]

4-33 Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice When you drive in mud, snow or sand, your wheels won’t get good traction. Y ou can’t accelerate as quickly , turning is more difficult, and you’ll need longer braking distances. It’ s best to use a low gear when you’re in mud -- the deeper the mud, the lower the gear . In really deep mud, the idea is[...]

4-34 Driving in W ater Light rain causes no special off - road driving problems. But 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’ s deep enough to cover your wheel hubs, axles or exhaust pipe, don’t try it -- you probably won’t get through. Also[...]

4-35 After Off-Road Driving Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody , chassis or under the hood. These accumulations can be a fire hazard. After operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings cleaned and checked. These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking. Check the body structure, steering, suspension, wheels, t[...]

4-36 Here are some tips on night driving. Drive defensively . Don’t drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. Since you can’t see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Y our headlamps can light u[...]

4-37 Driving in Rain and on W et Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire - to - road traction isn’t as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires don’t have much tread left, you’ll get even less traction. It’ s always wise to go slower and be cautious if [...]

4-38 Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. T ry to avoid puddles. But if you can’t, try to slow down before you hit them. CAUTION: W et brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. Y o[...]

4-39 Driving Thr ough Deep Standing W ater NOTICE: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water , water can come in through your engine’ s air intake and badly damage your engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle. If you can’t avoid deep puddles or standing water , drive thro[...]

4-40 City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. Y ou’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unk[...]

4-41 Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But they have their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. T oo - [...]

4-42 The exit speed is usually posted. Reduce your speed according to your speedometer , not to your sense of motion. After driving for any distance at higher speeds, you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are. Before Leaving on a Long T rip Make sure you’re ready . T ry to be well rested. If you must start when you’re not[...]

4-43 Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever . There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery , along with the hum of the tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of[...]

4-44 If you drive regularly in steep country , or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. See “Off - Road Driving” in the Index for information about driving off - road. Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transm[...]

4-45 Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter . Y ou may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle. Include an ice scraper , a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and reflective warn[...]

4-46 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. Y ou’ll have a lot less traction or “grip” and will need to be very careful. What’ s the worst time for this? “W e[...]

4-47 If you don’t have a traction system, accelerate gently . T ry not to break the gentle traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more. Y our anti - lock brakes improve your vehicle’ s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road. Even though you have an anti - lock[...]

4-48 T ie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been stopped by the snow . Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats -- anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm. Y ou can [...]

4-49 Then, shut the engine off and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can. T o help keep warm, you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises eve[...]

4-50 Dinghy T owing When towing your vehicle, turn the ignition off. T o prevent your battery from draining while towing, remove the IGN 0 fuse from the instrument panel fuse block. Be sure to reinstall the fuse when you reach your destination. See “Fuses and Circuit Breakers” in the Index. Tw o - Wheel - Drive V ehicles Tw o - wheel - drive ve[...]

4-51 Four - Wheel - Drive V ehicles Use the following procedure to tow your vehicle: 1. Firmly set the parking brake. 2. Shift an automatic transmission to P ARK (P), or a manual transmission to FIRST (1). 3. Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle. 4. Shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL. See “Four - Wheel Drive” in the Index [...]

4-52 Dolly T owing (T wo-Wheel Drive V ehicles) T wo–Wheel–Drive V ehicles T wo–wheel–drive, vehicles,should not be towed with the rear wheels on the ground. T wo–wheel–drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed. T o properly tow these vehicles, they should be placed on a platform trailer with all [...]

4-53 Loading Y our V ehicle The Certification/T ire label is found on the rear edge of the driver ’ s door or in the Incomplete V ehicle Document in the cab. The label shows the size of your original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle. This is called the GVWR (Gross V ehicle W eight Rating[...]

4-54 CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or r ear GA WR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could cause you to lose control and crash. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. NOTICE: Y our warranty does not cover parts[...]

4-55 There’ s also important loading information for off - road driving in this manual. See “Loading Y our V ehicle for Off - Road Driving” in the Index. T railer Recommendations Y ou must subtract your hitch loads from the Cargo W eight Rating (CWR) for your vehicle. CWR is the maximum weight of the load your vehicle can carry . It doesn’t[...]

4-56 NOTICE: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty . T o pull a trailer correctly , follow the advice in this part, and see your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle. Additional rear axle maintenance is requir ed for a vehicle used to tow a[...]

4-57 Y ou can tow in DRIVE (D). Y ou may want to shift the transmission to THIRD (3) or , if necessary , a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts too often (e.g., under heavy loads and/or hilly conditions). If you have a manual transmission and you are towing a trailer , it’ s better not to use the highest gear . See “T ow/Haul Mode”[...]

4-58 Operating the vehicle in tow/haul when lightly loaded or with no trailer at all will not cause damage. However , there is no benefit to the selection of tow/haul when the vehicle is unloaded. Such a selection when unloaded may result in unpleasant engine and transmission driving characteristics and reduced fuel economy . T ow/haul is recommend[...]

4-59 C - 1500 (2WD)* Engine Axle Ratio Max. T railer Wt. GCWR 4800 V8 3.42 5,800 lbs. (2 633 kg) 1 1,000 lbs. (4 994 kg) 3.73 6,800 lbs. (3 087 kg) 12,000 lbs. (5 448 kg) 5300 V8 3.42 6,800 lbs. (3 087 kg) 12,000 lbs. (5 448 kg) 3.73 7,800 lbs. (3 541 kg) 13,000 lbs. (5 902 kg) 5300 V8 (Suburban/Y ukon XL) 3.73 7,700 lbs. (3 495 kg) 13,000 lbs. (5 [...]

4-60 K - 1500 (4WD)* Engine Axle Ratio Max. T railer Wt. GCWR 4800 V8 3.73 6,600 lbs. (2 996 kg) 12,000 lbs. (5 448 kg) 4.10 7,600 lbs. (3 450 kg) 13,000 lbs. (5 902 kg) 5300 V8 3.73 7,600 lbs. (3 450 kg) 13,000 lbs. (5 902 kg) 4.10 8,200 lbs. (3 722 kg) 14,000 lbs. (6 356 kg) 5300 V8 (Suburban/Y ukon XL) 3.73 7,500 lbs. (3 405 kg) 13,000 lbs. (5 9[...]

4-61 C - 2500 (2WD)* Engine Axle Ratio Max. T railer Wt. GCWR** 6000 V8 (Suburban/Y ukon XL) 3.73 8,200 lbs. (3 722 kg) 14,000 lbs. (6 356 kg) 4.10 10,200 lbs. (4 630 kg) 16,000 lbs. (7 264 kg)** 8100 V8 3.73 10,500 lbs. (4 767 kg) 17,000 lbs. (7 718 kg) (Suburban/Y ukon XL) 4.10 12,000 lbs. (5 443 kg) 14,000 lbs. (8 626 kg) * W eight - distributin[...]

4-62 Y ou can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at the address listed in your W arranty and Owner Assistance Information Booklet. In Canada, write to: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163 - 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 W eight of the T railer T ongue Th[...]

4-63 T otal W eight on Y our V ehicle’s Tir es Be sure your vehicle’ s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires. Y ou’ll find these numbers on the Certification label at the rear edge of the driver ’ s door or see “T ire Loading” in the Index. Then be sure you don’t go over the GVW limit for your vehicle, including the wei[...]

4-64 T railer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 2,000 lbs. (900 kg) loaded, then it needs its own brakes -- and they must be adequate. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you’ll be able to install, adjust and maintain them properly . Y our trailer brake system can tap into the vehicle’ s hydraulic brake s[...]

4-65 T owing 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[...]

4-66 Making T urns NOTICE: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. Y our vehicle could be damaged. A void 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 sign[...]

4-67 Y ou may also want to activate the tow/haul mode if the transmission shifts too often. See “T ow/Haul Mode” in the Index. When towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades, consider the following: Engine coolant will boil at a lower temperature than at normal altitudes. If you turn your engine off immediately after towing at high altitud[...]

4-68 5. If you have a four - wheel - drive vehicle, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear and not in NEUTRAL. 6. Release the regular brakes. CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P ARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Y our vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the v[...]

4-69 Maintenance When T railer T owing Y our vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer . See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid (don’t overfill), engine oil, axle lubricant, belt, cooling system and brake system. Each of t[...]

4-70 The seven - wire harness contains the following trailer circuits: Y ellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal Dark Green: Right Stop/T urn Signal Brown: T aillamps White: Ground Light Green: Back - up Lamps Red: Battery Feed Dark Blue: T railer Brake If you need to upgrade your vehicle to heavy - duty trailering, a brake controller harness is available fro[...]

4-71 The seven - wire harness contains the following trailer circuits: Y ellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal Dark Green: Right Stop/T urn Signal Brown: T aillamps White: Ground Light Green: Back - up Lamps Red: Battery Feed Dark Blue: T railer Brake A jumper harness for an electric trailer brake controller and a trailer battery feed fuse are included with[...]

4-72 Four Wir e T railer Harness Adapter If you need to tow a light - duty trailer with a standard four - way round pin connector , an adapter connector is included with your vehicle. Connect the adapter with the tab (arrow) pointing toward the top. The cap on the wiring harness will lock onto the tab (arrow) and help hold the adapter in place. Pow[...]

5- 5-1 Section 5 P r oblems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. 5 - 2 Hazard W arnin g Flashers 5 - 2 Other W arnin g Devices 5 - 3 Jump Starting 5 - 9 T owing Y our V ehicle 5 - 9 Engin e Overheating 5 - 12 Coolin g System 5 - 18 Engine Fan Noise 5 - 18 If a T ire Goes Flat 5 - 19 Changing a Fl[...]

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

5-3 Jump Starting If your battery (or batteries) 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 co[...]

5-4 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other . If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. Y ou wouldn’t be able to start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. T o avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling, se[...]

5-5 CAUTION: 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 sur e the batteries have enough water . Y ou don’t need to add water to the ACDelco battery (or batteries) installed in every new GM vehicle. But if a battery has fil[...]

5-6 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery . Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery . Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. 8. Now connect the[...]

5-7 9. Connect the other end of the negative ( - ) cable to the negative ( - ) terminal of the dead battery or to a remote negative ( - ) terminal if the vehicle has one. 10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while. 1 1. T ry to start the vehicle that had the dead battery . If it won’t start after a few tries, i[...]

5-8 Jumper Cable Removal A. Heavy , Unpainted Metal Engine Part or Remote Negative T erminal B. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) and Remote Negative ( - ) T erminals C. Dead Battery or Remote Positive (+) T erminal T o disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative ( - ) cable from the vehicle [...]

5-9 T owing Y our V ehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed. See “Roadside Assistance” in the Index. If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind a motorhome), see “Recreational V ehicle T owing” in the Index. Engine Overh[...]

5-10 If Steam Is Coming From Y our Engine CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly , even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. W ait until there is no sign[...]

5-1 1 If No Steam Is Coming From Y our Engine An overheat warning, along with a low coolant message, can indicate a serious problem. See “Low Coolant Message” in the Index. If you get an engine overheat warning with no low coolant message, but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too ho[...]

5-12 Cooling System When you decide it’ s safe to lift the hood, here’ s what you’ll see: 8100 V8 Engines All Other Engines A. Coolant Surge T ank B. Coolant Surge T ank Pressure Cap C. Engine Fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down. The vehicle should be parked on a level surf[...]

5-13 The coolant level should be at or above the FILL COLD mark. If it isn’t, you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator , water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned. [...]

5-14 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge T ank If you haven’t found a problem yet, check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is visible but the coolant level isn’t at or above the FILL COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX - COOL coolant at the coolant surge tank, but be sure the cooling sys[...]

5-15 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 pr oper coolant mixture will. Y our vehicle’ s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. W ith plain water or the wrong mixtur e, your engine could get too hot but you wouldn’[...]

5-16 Y our vehicle may be equipped with one of the two caps shown. 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. Y ou can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. T urn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise (left) about one full turn. If[...]

5-17 4. W ith the coolant surge tank pressure cap of f, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. W atch out for the engine cooling fan. By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower . If the level is lower , add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the[...]

5-18 Engine Fan Noise Y our vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. When the clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine. In most everyday driving conditions, the fan is spinning slower and the clutch is not fully engaged. This improves fuel economy and reduces fan noise. Under heavy vehicle loading, trailer to[...]

5-19 Changing a Flat Tir e If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. T urn on your hazard warning flashers. CAUTION: Changing a tire can cause an injury . The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people. Y ou and they could be badly injured. Find a level place to change your tir[...]

5-20 Removing the Spare T ire and T ools T ahoe/Y ukon Models (Under Driver’ s Side Rear Seat) A. T ool Kit with Jack T ools and Gloves B. Bracket and W ing Nut T ahoe/Y ukon Models (Rear Access Panel) A. Speaker B. Bottle Jack C. W ing Nut D. Retaining Hook E. Tire Blocks F . Cover Panel[...]

5-21 Suburban/Y ukon XL Models A. Bottle Jack B. Wheel Blocks C. W ing Nut D. Mounting Bracket E. Removable Tray F . Retaining Hook G. Retaining Bracket and W ing Nut H. T ool Kit with Jack T ools and Gloves The equipment you’ll need is under the storage tray in the left trim panel for Suburban/Y ukon XL models. For T ahoe/Y ukon models, the equi[...]

5-22 A. Hoist Assembly B. Wheel W rench C. Jack Handle Extensions D. Hoist Shaft E. V alve Stem, Pointed Up F . Spare Tire G. T ire Retainer H. Hoist Cable I. Hoist Lock J. Hoist Shaft Access Hole K. Hoist End of Extension T ool[...]

5-23 Follow these instructions to lower the spare tire: 1. If the vehicle is equipped with a hoist lock, open the spare tire lock cover on the bumper and use the ignition key to remove the lock. 2. Assemble the wheel wrench and the two jack handle extensions as shown. Insert the hoist end (open end) of the extension through the hole in the rear bum[...]

5-24 Attach the wheel wrench to the jack handle extensions (as needed). Attach the jack handle to the jack. T urn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the jack lift head to the lifting point.[...]

5-25 If your vehicle has wheel nut caps, loosen them by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. If you have a center cap with wheel nut caps, the wheel nut caps are designed to remain with the center cap. Remove the center cap. If the wheel has a smooth center piece, place the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pr[...]

5-26 2. Position the jack under the vehicle. If the flat tire is on the front of the vehicle, position the jack on the frame behind the flat tire where the frame sections overlap. On all 1500 series vehicles, use the jacking pad provided on the rear axle. On 2500 series vehicles, use the axle between the spring and shock. If you have added a snow p[...]

5-27 Front Position Rear Position 1500 Series Rear Position 2500 Series 3. Make sure the jack head is positioned so that the rear axle is resting securely between the grooves that are on the jack head. T urn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit[...]

5-28 4. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. 5. 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, rem[...]

5-29 6. After mounting the spare, put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. T ighten each wheel nut by hand using the wheel wrench until the wheel is held against the hub. Front Position[...]

5-30 Rear Position 1500 Series Rear Position 2500 Series 7. T urn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the vehicle. Lower the jack completely . 8. T ighten the nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown by turning the wheel wrench clockwise.[...]

5-31 CAUTION: Incorr ect wheel nuts or impr operly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sur e to use the corr ect wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sur e to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts. Stop somewher e as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with[...]

5-32 Store the flat tire where the spare tire was stored. T o store the tire: 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed upward. 2. T ilt the retainer downward and through the wheel opening. Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel. 3. Attach the wheel wrench and extensions t[...]

5-33 A. Hoist Assembly B. Wheel W rench C. Jack Handle Extensions D. Hoist Shaft E. V alve Stem, Pointed Up F . Flat or Spare Tire G. T ire Retainer H. Hoist Cable T o store the tools, follow these procedures: For T ahoe/Y ukon models do the following: 1. Put the tool kit, with the jack tools and gloves, in the tool bag and place in the retaining c[...]

5-34 For Suburban/Y ukon XL models do the following: 1. Return the tool kit (jack tools and gloves) to the tool bag. 2. Assemble wheel chocks and bottle jack together with the wing nut and retaining hook. 3. Position under the jack storage tray in the left rear side panel below the wheelbase and tighten, adjusting clockwise until the jack is secure[...]

5-35 T ahoe/Y ukon Models (Rear Access Panel) A. Speaker B. Bottle Jack C. W ing Nut D. Retaining Hook E. Tire Blocks F . Cover Panel Suburban/Y ukon XL Models A. Bottle Jack B. Wheel Blocks C. W ing Nut D. Mounting Bracket E. Removable Tray F . Retaining Hook G. Retaining Bracket and W ing Nut H. T ool Kit with Jack T ools and Gloves[...]

5-36 Spare T ire Y our vehicle, when new , had a fully inflated spare tire. A spare tire may lose air over time, so check its inflation pressure regularly . See “Inflation - T ire Pressure” and “Loading Y our V ehicle” in the Index for information regarding proper tire inflation and loading your vehicle. For instruction on how to remove, in[...]

5-37 NOTICE: Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your vehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the wheels too fast while shifting your transmission back and forth, you can destroy your transmission. For information about using tire chains on your vehicle, see “T ire Chains” in the Index. Rocking Y our V ehicle T o Get It Out First, turn [...]

5-38 CAUTION: These hooks, when used, ar e under a lot of force. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle. The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured fr om the chain or cable snapping back. NOTICE: Never use the recovery hooks to tow the vehicle. Y our vehicle could be damaged and it would [...]

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

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

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

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

6-5 Additives Some gasolines that are not reformulated for low emissions may contain an octane - enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT); ask the attendant where you buy gasoline whether the fuel contains MMT . General Motors does not recommend the use of such gasolines. Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life [...]

6-6 Only vehicles that have the 5.3L V8 engine (VIN Code Z) may use 85% ethanol fuel (E - 85). Many service stations will not have an 85% ethanol fuel (E - 85) pump available. The U. S. Department of Energy has an alternative fuels website (http://afdcmap.nrel.gov/nrel/) that can help you find E - 85 fuel. Those stations that do have E - 85 should [...]

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

6-8 While refueling, hang the fuel cap by the tether using the hook located on the inside of the filler door . T o remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). CAUTION: If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly .[...]

6-9 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” in the Index. NOTICE[...]

6-10 Checking Things Under the Hood 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 . Y ou or others could be burned. Be careful not to dr op or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine. Hood Release T o[...]

6-1 1 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release located near the center of the grill. 3. Lift the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all filler caps are on properly . Pull down the hood and close it firmly .[...]

6-12 Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the VOR TEC 5300 V8 engine (VOR TEC 4800 and 6000 V8 engines similar), you’ll see the following:[...]

6-13 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter B. Coolant Surge T ank C. Air Filter Restriction Indicator D. Engine Oil Dipstick E. Automatic Transmission Dipstick (If Equipped) F . Engine Oil Fill G. Fan H. Remote Negative ( - ) T erminal (GND) I. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir J. Remote Positive (+) T erminal K. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir L. Underhood Fu[...]

6-14 When you open the hood on the VOR TEC 8100 V8 engine you’ll see the following: A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter B. Coolant Surge T ank C. Air Filter Restriction Indicator D. Engine Oil Dipstick E. Automatic T ransmission Dipstick F . Engine Oil Fill G. Fan H. Remote Negative ( - ) T erminal (GND) I. Remote Positive (+) T erminal J. Power Steerin[...]

6-15 Engine Oil If the CHECK ENG OIL LEVEL message appears on the instrument cluster , it means you need to check your engine oil level right away . For more information, see “CHECK ENG OIL LEVEL” in the Index. Y ou should check your engine oil level regularly; this is an added reminder . Checking Engine Oil It’ s a good idea to check your en[...]

6-16 T urn 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 [...]

6-17 8100 Engines All Other Engines The engine oil fill cap for the VOR TEC 4800, 5300, 6000 and 8100 V8 engines is located on the engine valve cover , on the passenger ’ s side of the vehicle. Y our vehicle may have a cap with text and a graphic, or just a graphic as shown. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information [...]

6-18 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol. If you change your own oil, be sure you use oil that has the star[...]

6-19 As in the chart shown previously , SAE 5W - 30 is best for your vehicle. However , you can use SAE 10W - 30 if it’ s going to be 0 F ( - 18 C) or above. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity , or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils, such as SAE 20W - 50. NOTICE: Use only engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute [...]

6-20 How to Reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL Message The GM Oil Life System calculates when to change your engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Anytime your oil is changed, reset the system so it can calculate when the next oil change is required. If a situation occurs where you change your oil prior to a CHANGE ENGINE OIL message being turned on[...]

6-21 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter The engine air cleaner/filter assembly has an indicator that lets you know when the air filter is dirty and needs to be serviced. The indicator is located on the air cleaner cover . See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. See “Owner Checks and Services” in the Index to [...]

6-22 1. T o remove the engine/air cleaner filter , loosen the screws on the housing cover . 2. Then lift the cover upward and remove the filter from the housing. Care should be taken to dislodge as little dirt as possible. 3. Clean the filter sealing surface and the filter housing. 4. Install the new filter . 5. Reinstall the housing cover . Refer [...]

6-23 Passenger Compartment Air Filter (If Equipped) Y our vehicle may be equipped with a passenger compartment air filter . The filter is located under the instrument panel, below the glove compartment. Y our vehicle may or may not be equipped with an access panel. T o replace the passenger compartment air filter , do the following: 1. If your vehi[...]

6-24 Automatic T ransmission 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 50,000 miles (83 000 km) if the vehicle’ s GVWR is over 8,600 or if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: In heavy city tra[...]

6-25 W ait at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you have been driving: When outside temperatures are above 90 F (32 C). At high speed for quite a while. In heavy traffic -- especially in hot weather . While pulling a trailer . T o get the right reading, the fluid should be at normal operating temperature, which is 180[...]

6-26 Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: The red transmission dipstick handle with the TRANS/LOCK text or graphic is located at the rear of the engine compartment, on the passenger ’ s side. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. 1. Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipst[...]

6-27 How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot. (A cold check is used only as a reference.) If the fluid level is low , add only enough of the proper fluid to br[...]

6-28 How to Check Lubricant 1500 Series shown, 2500 and 3500 Series similar T o get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. The proper level for the 1500 Series is from 5/8 inch to 1 5/8 inch (15 mm to 40 mm) below the bottom of the filler plug hole. The proper level for the 2500 Series is from 0 to 3/8 inch (0 to 10 mm) belo[...]

6-29 How to Check Lubricant Automatic T ransfer Case T o 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. Use care not to overtighten the plug. What to Use Re[...]

6-30 How to Check Lubricant T o 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. When the differential is cold, add enough lubricant to raise the level to 1/2 inch (12 mm) below the filler plug hole. When the differential is at operating [...]

6-31 Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX - COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles (240 000 km), whichever occurs first, if you add only DEX - COOL extended life coolant. The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low . If[...]

6-32 What to Use Use a mixture of one - half clean, drinkable water and one - half DEX - COOL coolant which won’t damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, you don’t need to add anything else. CAUTION: Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water , or some other liquid such as alcohol, can boil befo[...]

6-33 Checking Coolant The coolant surge tank is located in the engine compartment on the passenger ’ s side of the vehicle. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. CAUTION: T urning the surge tank pressur e cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and bu[...]

6-34 Coolant Surge T ank Pressur e Cap Y our vehicle may be equipped with one of the two caps shown. See “Engine Compartment Overview” in the Index for more information on location. The coolant surge tank pressure cap must be fully installed on the coolant surge tank. NOTICE: Y our coolant surge tank pressur e cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressur [...]

6-35 Power Steering Fluid 8100 Engines All Other Engines[...]

6-36 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” in the Index for reservoir location. Ho[...]

6-37 NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’ s instructions for adding water . Don’t mix water with ready - to - use washer fluid. W ater can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water doesn’t clean as well as washer fluid. Fill your washer fl[...]

6-38 So, it isn’t a good idea to “top of f” your brake fluid. Adding brake fluid won’t correct a leak. If you add fluid when your linings are worn, then you’ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings. Y ou should add (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary , only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system. CAUTION: If you ha[...]

6-39 What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT - 3 brake fluid. Refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only . 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[...]

6-40 Brake W ear Y our vehicle has four - wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built - in wear indicators that make a high - pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly). CAUTION: The br[...]

6-41 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. Y our 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 we[...]

6-42 V ehicle Storage If you’re not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more, remove the black, negative ( - ) cable from the battery . This will help keep your battery from running down. CAUTION: Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. Y ou can be badly hurt if you aren’t car eful. See “Jump Starting” in the [...]

6-43 Headlamps 1. Remove the two pins on the top of the headlamp assembly . T o remove the pins, turn the outer pin outward and pull it straight up. T o remove the inner pin, turn it in and pull it straight up. A. Low - Beam Headlamp B. High - Beam Headlamp 2. Pull the headlamp assembly out. 3. Unplug the electrical connector . 4. T urn the old bul[...]

6-44 Front T urn Signal, Sidemarker and Daytime Running Lamps A. Sidemarker Lamp B. Retainer Clip C. Front T urn Signal Lamp D. Daytime Running Lamp 1. Remove the headlamp assembly as mentioned previously . 2. Press the retainer clip, located behind the turn signal housing, towards the outside of the vehicle. 3. Pull the turn signal housing out fro[...]

6-45 T aillamps A. T urn Signal Lamp B. Back - up Lamp C. Stoplamp 1. Use a tool to remove the two screws from the lamp assembly . 2. Remove the lamp assembly . 3. Press the release tab and turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the taillamp housing. 4. Pull the old bulb straight out from the socket. 5. Press a new bulb into the so[...]

6-46 Roof Marker Lamps 1. Remove the two screws and lift off the lens. 2. The center roof marker lamps has six screws to remove. 3. T urn the old bulb counterclockwise to remove it from the socket.[...]

6-47 4. Put a new bulb into the socket and turn clockwise until it locks in place. 5. Reinstall the lens and tighten the screws.[...]

6-48 Windshield W iper Blade Replacement W indshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear and cracking. See “W iper Blade Check” in the Index for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For proper type and length, see “Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts” in[...]

6-49 Tire s Y our new vehicle comes with high - quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer . If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your GM W arranty booklet for details. CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tir es are danger ous. Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result[...]

6-50 Inflation -- Tir e Pressur e The Certification/T ire label, which is on the rear edge of the driver ’ s door , shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km). NOTICE: Don’t let anyone tell you that under[...]

6-51 Tir e Inspection and Rotation T ires should be rotated every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km). Any time you notice unusual wear , rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See “When It’ s Time for New T ires” and “Wheel Replacement” later in this section for mor[...]

6-52 When It’ s Time for New T ires 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. Y ou need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: Y ou can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire. [...]

6-53 If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number , make sure they are the same size, load range, speed rating and construction type (bias, bias - belted or radial) as your original tires. CAUTION: Mixing tires could cause you to lose contr ol while driving. If you mix tires of differ ent sizes or types (radial and bias - [...]

6-54 Uniform Tir e Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: T readwear 200 T raction AA T emperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway T raffic Safety Administration, which grades ti[...]

6-55 T emperature -- A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’ s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and redu[...]

6-56 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. Y our dealer wil[...]

6-57 NOTICE: The wrong wheel can also cause pr oblems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance and tir e or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis. See “Changing a Flat T ire” in the Index for more information. Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION: Putting a us[...]

6-58 T ire Chains CAUTION: If your vehicle has P265/75R16, L T265/75R16 or P265/70R16 size tires, don’t use tir e chains. They can damage your vehicle because there’ s not enough clearance. T ir e chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension or other vehicle parts. The area damaged b[...]

6-59 NOTICE: If you have a tire size other than P265/75R16, L T265/75R16 or P265/70R16, use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use chains that are the pr oper size for your tires. Install them on the tires of the r ear axle. Don’t use chains on the tires of the fr ont axle. Tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends secur[...]

6-60 Don’t 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 Y our V ehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt. W ipe vinyl, leather , plastic and painted surfaces with a clean, damp cloth. Cleaning of Fabric/[...]

6-61 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 off excess stain, then sponge the soiled area with cool water . 2. If a stain remains, follow the cleaner instructions described earlier . 3. [...]

6-62 Cleaning the T op 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 difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions. Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild s[...]

6-63 Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield, Backglass and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer , or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with a full - strength glass cleaning liquid. The windshield is clea[...]

6-64 Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water , a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under “W ashing Y our V ehicle.” Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. Y ou can get GM - app[...]

6-65 Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster . W ashing with water is all that is usually needed. However , you may use chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim, if necessary . Use special care with aluminum trim. T o avoid damaging protective trim, never use auto or chrome p[...]

6-66 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 the parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection. Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the warranty . Finish D[...]

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6-68 V ehicle Identification Number (VIN) This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver ’ s side. Y ou can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the V ehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certif[...]

6-69 Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty . Some add - on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should. Y our [...]

6-70 Instrument Panel Fuse Block The fuse block access door is on the driver ’ s side edge of the instrument panel. Pull off the cover to access the fuse block. Y ou can remove fuses with a fuse extractor which is mounted to the fuse block access door . T o remove fuses if you don’t have a fuse extractor , hold the end of the fuse between your [...]

6-71 Fuse Usage HTR A/C Climate Control System IGN 0 PRND321 Display , Odometer , PCM CRUISE Cruise Control, Instrument Cluster 4WD Four - Wheel Drive System, Auxiliary Battery TURN Exterior Lamps, T urn Signals, Hazard Lamps RR WIPER Rear Window W iper WS WPR W indshield W ipers SEO IGN Special Equipment Option, Ignition, OnStar ILLUM Interior Lam[...]

6-72 Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block The center instrument panel fuse block is located underneath the instrument panel, to the left of the steering column. Relay Name Usage SEO Special Equipment Option HTD ST Heated Seats SP ARE Not Used V ANITY Headliner W iring TRAILER T railer Brake W iring PWR ST Power Seats SP ARE Not Used UPF Upfitter P AR[...]

6-73 Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block is located on the driver ’ s side of the vehicle near the battery . Lift the cover for access to the fuse/relay block. Y ou will see fuses to the top right of the fuse center block once you remove the cover . These are spare fuses and can be used accordingly . Y ou can remove fuses with a fuse ex[...]

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6-75 Fuse Usage STUD #1 Accessory Power/T railer Wiring Feed/Load Leveling ABS Anti - Lock Brakes IGN A Ignition Switch AIR A.I.R. System RAP #1 Retained Accessory Power , Power Mirrors, Power Door Locks, Power Seat(s) IGN B Ignition Switch RAP #2 Retained Accessory Power/Rear Power W indows, Sunroof, Radio STUD #2 Accessory Power/T railer Wiring B[...]

6-76 Fuse Usage A TC Automatic T ransfer Case RR DEFOG Rear W indow Defogger , Heated Mirrors (Relay) R TD Autoride (Real T ime Damping) RR PRK Right Rear Parking Lamps ECM B PCM F/PMP Fuel Pump (Relay) O2 A Oxygen Sensors O2 B Oxygen Sensors LR PRK Left Rear Parking Lamps RR DEFOG Rear W indow Defogger , Heated Mirrors HDLP Headlamps (Relay) TRL P[...]

6-77 Fuse Usage L T TURN Left T urn Signals FR PRK Front Parking Lamps, Sidemarker Lamps W/W PMP W indshield W asher Pump HORN Horn (Relay) IGN C Ignition Switch, Fuel Pump, PRND321 Display , Crank RDO AMP Radio Amplifier HAZ LP Exterior Lamps, Hazard Lamps EXP LPS Not Used HORN Horn CTSY LP Interior Lamps RR WPR Rear W ipers TBC Body Control Modul[...]

6-78 Capacities and Specifications Please refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index for more information. All capacities are approximate. Engine T ype VIN Code Spark Plug Gap VOR TEC 4800 V8 V 0.060 inches (1.52 mm) VOR TEC 5300 V8 T 0.060 inches (1.52 mm) VOR TEC 6000 V8 U 0.060 inches (1.52 mm) VOR TEC 8100 V8 G 0.060 inches ([...]

6-79 Cooling System Capacity After refill, the level must be rechecked. See “Cooling System” in the Index. Engine T ransmission Quantity VOR TEC 4800 V8 Automatic with front A/C 14.4 quarts (13.6 L) VOR TEC 4800 V8 Automatic with front and rear A/C 15.8 quarts (15.0 L) VOR TEC 5300 V8 Automatic with front A/C 14.4 quarts (13.6 L) VOR TEC 5300 V[...]

6-80 Engine Oil with Filter Capacity After refill, the level must be rechecked. Add enough engine oil so that the fluid is within the proper operating range. See “Engine Oil” in the Index. Engine VIN Quantity with Filter VOR TEC 4800 V8 V 6.0 quarts (5.7 L) VOR TEC 5300 V8 T 6.0 quarts (5.7 L) VOR TEC 6000 V8 U 6.0 quarts (5.7 L) VOR TEC 8100 V[...]

6-81 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest information available at the time of printing, and are subject to change. If a part listed in this manual is not the same as the part used in your vehicle when it was built, or if you have any questions, please contact your GM dealer . [...]

6-82 VIN Code V T U G W iper Blades (Rear) ** 22154396 22154396 22154396 22154396 W iper Blade T ype (Rear) ITT A ITT A ITT A ITT A W iper Blade Length (Rear) 18 inches (45.0 cm) 18 inches (45.0 cm) 18 inches (45.0 cm) 18 inches (45.0 cm) *ACDelco part number **GM part number ***Denso part number A1518C high - capacity air cleaner filter may be sub[...]

7- 7-1 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Y our vehicle needs these services to retain its safety , dependability and emission control performance. 7 - 2 Introduction 7 - 4 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 - 5 Scheduled Maintenance 7 - 17 Part B: Owner Checks and Services 7 - 22 Par[...]

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

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

7-4 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Y our Maintenance Schedule W e at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. Y ou may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather . Y ou[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-5 The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km) for the life of this vehicle.[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-6 Engine Oil and Chassis Lubrication Scheduled Maintenance Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the GM Oil Life System (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Reset the system. Y our vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter . This is based on engine revolutions a[...]

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Scheduled Maintenance 7-9 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) If Equipped: Rep[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-10 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter . If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Rotate tires. See “T ire Ins[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-1 1 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter . If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Rotate tires. See “T ire In[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-12 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) If Equipped: [...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-13 67,500 Miles (1 12 500 km) Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Rotate tires. See “T ire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) If Equipped[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-14 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) If Equipped: Replace passenger compartment air filter . If you drive regularly under dusty conditions, the filter may require replacement more often. Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Replace fuel filter . An Emis[...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-15 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Contr ol Service. Replace spark plugs. An Emission Contr ol Service. Change automatic transmission fluid and filter filter if the vehicle’ s GVWR is over 8600 lbs. or if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: – In heavy city [...]

Scheduled Maintenance 7-16 150,000 Miles (240 000 km) Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator , condenser , pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Contr o[...]

7-17 Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety , dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, ma[...]

7-18 At Least T wice a Y ear Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly . Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any[...]

7-19 W eatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer , seal better , and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth. During very cold, damp weather more frequent application may be required. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Automatic T ransmission Check Check the tran[...]

7-20 Starter Switch Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly . If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below . 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake. See “Parking Brake” in the Index if necessary[...]

7-21 Ignition T ransmission Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in P ARK (P). The key should come out only in LOCK. Parking Brake and Automatic T ransmission P ARK (P) Mechanism Check CAUTION: When you are[...]

7-22 Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). Y ou should let your dealer ’ s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sur e any necessary r epairs ar e completed at once. Proper pr[...]

7-23 Fuel System Inspection Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks. Engine Cooling System Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser . T o help ensure proper[...]

7-24 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer . USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol of the proper viscosity . T o determine the preferred viscosi[...]

7-25 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Floor Shift Linkage Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2 Category LB or GC - LB. Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC - LB. Front Axle SAE 80W - [...]

7-26 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Hood Hinges Multi - Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Body Door Hinge Pins, Liftgate Hinge and Linkage, Folding Seats and Fuel Door Hinge Multi - Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Outer T ailgate Handle Pivot Points Multi - Purpose Lub[...]

7-27 Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval. Any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should r[...]

7-28 Maintenance Record DA TE ODOMETER READING SER VICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED[...]

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

8-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedur e Y our 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, misunderstandin[...]

8-3 STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-222-1020. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263[...]

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

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

8-6 Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program T o enhance Chevrolet’ s strong commitment to customer satisfaction, Chevrolet is excited to announce the establishment of the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Center . As the owner of a 2002 Chevrolet, membership in Roadside Assistance is free. Roadside Assistance is available 24 hou r s a da y , 365 d ays [...]

8-7 Roadside Courtesy Car e provides: Roadside Basic Car e services (as outlined previously) Plus: FREE Non - W arranty T owing (to the closest dealer from a legal roadway) FREE Locksmith/Key Service (when keys are lost on the road or locked inside) FREE Flat T ire Service (spare installed on the road) FREE Jump Start (at home or on the road) FREE [...]

8-8 For prompt assistance when calling, please have the following available to give to the advisor: V ehicle Identification Number (VIN) License plate number V ehicle color V ehicle location T elephone number where you can be reached V ehicle mileage Description of problem Canadian Roadside Assistance V ehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive[...]

8-9 If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service, you are ur ged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair . T ransportation Options W arranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However , if you are unable to wait Chevrolet helps minimize your inconvenience by providing sev[...]

8-10 Courtesy T ransportation is available only at participating dealers and all program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer . Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability . All Courtesy T ransportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel. Canadian V ehicles:[...]

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

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