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1. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or accessory power outlets Turn off all lamps that aren t needed as well as radios This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries In addition it could save your radio 4 Open the hoods and locate the batteries Find the positive and negative terminals on each battery Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sure the battery has enough water You don t need to add water to the ACDelco battery installed in every new GM vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add water to take care of that first If you don t explosive gas could be present OTICE If you leave your radio on it could be badly damaged The repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Don t get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damag
2. 2002 GMC Safari Owner s Manual Litho in U S A Copyright General Motors Corporation 6 27 01 Part Number X2210 A First Edition All Rights Reserved GENERAL MOTORS GM the GM Emblem GMC the GMC Truck Emblem and the name SAFARI are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for GMC whenever it appears in this manual Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you re on the road If you sell the vehicle please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it ii CERTIFIED WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH National Institute for AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE XN 7 We support voluntary technician certification For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual Aux propri taires canadiens Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de ce guide en fran ais chez votre concessionaire ou au Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner 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 thi
3. Tow Haul Mode The tow haul mode is a feature that assists when pulling a heavy trailer The purpose of the tow haul mode is to reduce the frequency of shifts when pulling a heavy trailer to provide the same shift feel when pulling a heavy trailer as when the vehicle is unloaded to reduce the need to change throttle position when pulling a heavy trailer This feature is turned on or off by pressing a button on the column shift lever When the feature is on a light on the instrument panel will illuminate to indicate that the tow haul mode has been selected See Tow Haul Mode Light in the Index The tow haul mode is automatically turned off each time the vehicle is started The tow haul mode is most effective when the vehicle and trailer combined weight is at least 75 of the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and the maximum trailer weight rating for the vehicle See Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Trailer Weight in the Index The tow haul mode for hauling a heavy trailer is most useful under the following conditions When driving through hilly terrain at speeds below 55 mph 88 km h When driving in low speed or stop and go traffic below 55 mph 88 km h When driving in parking lots Operating in the tow haul mode when not pulling a heavy trailer will not cause damage to the vehicle but you may experience reduced fuel economy and undesirable performance from the engine and tran
4. If you are towing a trailer and are parking on a hill see If you have left the engine running the vehicle Towing a Trailer in the Index That section shows can move suddenly You or others could be what to do first to keep the trailer from moving injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground use the steps that follow If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 27 2 Move the shift lever into PARK P like this Move the lever up as far as it will go 3 Turn the ignition key to LOCK 4 Remove the key and take it with you If you can remove the key from your ignition your vehicle is in PARK P Pull the lever toward you 2 28 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Don t leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and your parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you ve moved the shift lever to PARK P hold
5. Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transmission These parts can work hard on mountain roads Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill If you don t shift down your brakes could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Shift down to let your engine assist your brakes on a steep downhill slope Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL N or with the ignition off is dangerous Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down They could get so hot that they wouldn t work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go downhill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Don t swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident You may see highway signs on mountains that warn of
6. Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 7 36 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 50 000 Miles 83 000 km If you haven t used your vehicle under severe conditions listed previously and ACTUAL therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the CL Change transfer case fluid fluid and filter 2 500 Miles 87 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service MILEAGE aad i Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first Pf See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 60 000 Miles 100 000 km r Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first ACTUAL SERVICED BY a 7 SERVICED BY An Emission Control Service MILEAGE Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first i i See footnote Continued 7 37 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Continued Check rear front axle fluid level and
7. To change the headlamps from low beam to high or high to low pull the multifunction lever all the way toward you Then release it When the high beams are on this indicator light located on the instrument panel cluster also will be on Flash to Pass This feature lets you use your high beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass It works even if your headlamps are in automatic To use it pull the turn signal lever toward you but not so far that you hear a click If your headlamps are in automatic or on low beam your high beam headlamps will turn on They ll stay on as long as you hold the lever toward you and the high beam indicator located on the cluster comes on Release the lever to return to normal operation Windshield Wipers To operate the windshield wipers turn the band located on the multifunction lever upward or downward MIST Turn the band to MIST for a single wiping cycle Hold it there until the windshield wipers start then let it go The wipers will stop after one wipe If you want more wipes hold the band on mist longer 2 35 OFF Turn the band to turn off the windshield wipers LOW Low Speed Turn the band to LOW for steady wiping at low speed HIGH High Speed Turn the band to HIGH for steady wiping at high speed DELAY Turn the band to one of the five delay settings located between OFF and LOW to choose the delayed wiping cycle The closer the band
8. To close the sliding side door pull the handle toward the front and slide the door forward 2 13 Sliding Door Security Lock Your vehicle is equipped with a sliding door security lock that helps to prevent young children or other passengers from opening the sliding door using the inside door handle The security door lock is located near the front of the sliding door 2 14 There are two labels on your vehicle to remind you that you have this feature One can be seen from the outside on your sliding door It is located near the bottom of the door glass toward the front of the door The other label is located on the front of the sliding door near the security door lock This feature prevents passengers from opening the sliding side door from the inside To use this feature do the following 1 Move the lever all the way up 2 Close the door To open the sliding side door while the security lock is engaged unlock the door and open it from the outside If you don t cancel the security lock feature adults or older children who ride in the rear won t be able to open the sliding door from the inside You should let adults and older children know how the security door lock works and how to cancel the lock Canceling the Sliding Door Security Lock To cancel the security lock do the following 1 Unlock the door and open it from the outside i If your vehicle is facing downward on a steep 2 Move
9. To slow down in very small amounts press the button briefly Each time you do this you ll go 1 mph 1 6 km h slower 2 39 Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you may want to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don t use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control Step lightly on the brake pedal Move the cruise switch to OFF Erasing Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition your cruise control set speed memory is erased 2 40 Exterior Lamps DOME OVERRIDE The exterior lamp control is located on the driver s side of the instrument panel The exterior lamp control has three positions Off Turning the control to this position turns off all lamps except the Daytime Running Lamps DRL 00 Parking Lamps Turning the control to this position tu
10. i Power GM Power Steering Fluid Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean Steering System GM Part No 1052884 1 pint drinkable water and use only 1050017 1 quart or equivalent GM Goodwrench DEX COOL a or Havoline DEX COOL Automatic DEXRON III Automatic Coolant See Engine Coolant Transmission Transmission Fluid in the Index Ke Multi Purpose Lubricant Lock Cylinders Superlube GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent 7 50 USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Chassis Lubrication Front Wheel Bearings Front Axle Rear Axle Chassis Lubricant GM Part No 12377985 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Wheel bearing lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category GC or GC LB GM Part No 1051344 or equivalent SAE 80W 90 Axle Lubricant GM Part No 1052271 or equivalent SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant GM Part No 12378261 or equivalent meeting GM Specification 9986115 USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Transfer Case AUTO TRAK II Fluid GM Part No 12378508 Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Hood and Door Hinges Weatherstrip Conditioning Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No 12346293 or equivalent or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241 or equivalent Dielectric Silicone Grea
11. Don t use cruise control on slippery roads 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal 2 38 Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course shuts off the cruise control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more SEF Sey you can move the cruise CALSE control switch from ON ei Am Yov ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there If you hold the switch at R A the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake So unless you want to go faster don t hold the switch at R A Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed Press the button at the end of the lever then release the button and the accelerator pedal You ll now cruise at the higher speed Move the cruise switch from ON to R A Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want and then release the switch To increase your speed in very small amounts move the switch to R A briefly Each time you do this your vehicle will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to reduce your speed while using cruise control Press the button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want then release it
12. Engine Specifications Engine VORTEC 4300 V6 MFI RPO goes obo Phe be Me EA be ee ee S ad te LU3 Firing Order 0 0 1 6 5 4 3 2 Horsepower 190 at 4 400 rpm Micro Fuel Injection Wheel Nut Torque Base or Optional Wheel 100 lb ft 140 N m Tire Pressures See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index Cooling System Capacities Quantity without Rear Heater 13 5 quarts 12 8 L Quantity with Rear Heater 16 5 quarts 15 6 L Engine Oil with Filter 4 5 quarts 4 3 L Fuel Tank 27 0 U S gallons 101 8 L Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill 5 0 quarts 4 7 L Differential Fluid Front Axle 05 2 6 pints 1 2 L Rear Axle 005 3 5 pints 1 7 L All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level as recommended in this manual Recheck the fluid level after filling See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index for more information 6 73 Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity If you do your own service work you ll need the proper service manual See Doing Your Own Service Work in the Index for additional information It is recommended that service work on your air conditioning system be performed by a qualified technician Refrigerant Type 134a Front A C 2 2 eee ee eee 2 25 lbs 1 02 kg Front and R
13. If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Extender at the end of this section Don t let it get twisted F me Make sure the release button on the buckle is 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 35 aN peter meager a ty F K a w C OM G i So cf x yy W k OD eats a 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 1 36 The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle 1 37 Rear
14. Orange Fused auxiliary eight wire harness only Store the harness in its original place Wrap the harness together and tie it neatly so it won t be damaged Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road 5 2 Hazard Warning Flashers 5 10 Cooling System 5 3 Other Warning Devices 5 17 Engine Fan Noise 5 3 Jump Starting 5 17 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 7 Towing Your Vehicle 5 18 Changing a Flat Tire 5 7 Engine Overheating 5 33 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 5 1 Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others They also let police know you have a problem Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off The hazard warning flasher button is located on top of the steering column Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Jump Starting If your battery has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle But please follow the numbered steps to do it safely Batteries can hurt you
15. 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington VA 22203 1804 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs GMC has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user can communicate with GMC by dialing 1 800 GMC 8583 462 8583 TTY users in Canada can dial 1 800 263 3830 Customer Assistance Offices GMC encourages customers to call the toll free number for assistance If a U S customer wishes to write to GMC the letter should be addressed to GMC s Customer Assistance Center United States Pontiac GMC Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 1 800 GMC 8782 462 8782 1 800 GMC 8583 462 8583 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 GMC 8782 462 8782 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Fax Number 313 381 0022 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
16. But do it as little as possible Preserve the fuel as long as you can To help keep warm you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every half hour or so until help comes Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle behind another vehicle such as behind a motorhome The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground and dolly towing towing your vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly Your vehicle was not designed to be towed with any of its wheels on the ground If your vehicle must be towed see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index NOTICE Towing an all wheel drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground or even with only two of its wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components Don t tow an all wheel drive vehicle if any of its wheels will be on the ground 4 27 Loading Your Vehicle GAWR FRT Cc RIM COLD TIRE PRESSURE Cc Co The Certification Tire label in your vehicle will look similar to this example 4 28 The Certification Tire label is found on the rear edge of the driver s door The label shows the size of your original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle This is called the Gross Vehicle
17. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 29 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Ge yao Con erie Replace spark plugs ay a An Emission Control Service If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter Change transfer case fluid Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve An Emission Control Service 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 cooling system and pressure cap An Emission Control Service ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 30 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100 000 miles 166 000 km should be repeated after 100 000 miles 166 000 km at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle The services shown at 150 000 miles 240 000 km should be repeated at the same interval after 150 000 miles 240 000 km for the life of this vehicle See Owner Checks and Services and Periodic Maintenance Inspections following Footnotes The U S Environmental Protecti
18. Model Reference This manual covers these models Cargo Van Passenger Van se 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 You can also learn about some things you should not do with air bags and safety belts Seats and Seat Controls 1 38 3 Safety Belts They re for Everyone 7 Here Are Questions Many People Ask 1 40 About Safety Belts and the Answers 1 42 1 18 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 48 1 18 Driver Position 1 62 1 26 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 65 1 27 Right Front Passenger Position 1 65 1 27 Air Bag System 1 66 1 34 Rear Seat Passengers Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Center Passenger Position Bench Seat Children Restraint Systems for Children Older Children Safety Belt Extender Checking Your Restraint Systems Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats how to adjust them take them out and put them back in It also tells you about bucket and bench seats power seats and head restraints Manual Front Seats You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver s seat while the vehicle is moving The sudden movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving
19. P SET PROG Preset Program The front passengers must be listening to something different for each of these functions to work Press this button to scan through the preset radio stations set on the pushbuttons on the main radio The radio will go to a preset station play for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press this button again to stop scanning When a cassette tape is playing press this button to go to the other side of the tape TAPE CD Press this button to switch between playing a tape or CD if loaded The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening Remote Compact Disc Player If Equipped If you have this feature you can play one compact disc CD at a time To load a CD into the player hold the disc with the label side up and insert it carefully into the player approximately halfway The disc will automatically be pulled into the player If the radio is off and the ignition is on when a CD is inserted the radio will turn on and begin playing the CD It is possible to load and unload CDs with the ignition off To load a disc with the ignition off press the EJECT button on the remote player and then insert the disc To remove the disc press the EJECT button and remove the disc from the player 3 29 A disc that has been ejected but is still sitting in the remote CD player will be pulled back into the player after approximately 30 seconds This protect
20. See Hatch Release in the Index When a door is locked the inside door handle will not open the door This will help stop a door from being accidentally opened If the sliding door is open and you press the power door lock switch the sliding door will not lock immediately After you close the door the system comes on and locks the sliding door in about five seconds When the key is in the ignition and the power door lock switch is pressed with a door open all doors are locked while the driver s side door remains unlocked Programmable Automatic Door Locks If Equipped Your vehicle is equipped with an auto lock unlock feature which enables you to program your power door locks Your vehicle left the factory programmed to have all the doors lock automatically when the shift lever is moved out of PARK P All of the doors will unlock when the shift lever is moved back into PARK P The following instructions detail how to program your door locks To enter the program mode you need to do the following 1 Begin with the ignition in OFF Then pull back on the turn signal multifunction lever all the way toward you and hold it while you perform the next step 2 Turn your key to ON and OFF twice Then with the key in OFF release the turn signal multifunction lever Once you do this you will hear the lock switch lock and unlock 3 You are now ready to program the automatic door locks Select one of the following f
21. They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough electricity to burn you If you don t follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you NOTICE Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to your vehicle that wouldn t be covered by your warranty The ACDelco battery in your vehicle has a built in hydrometer Do not charge test or jump start the battery if the hydrometer looks clear or light yellow Replace the battery when there is a clear or light yellow hydrometer and a cranking complaint Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it won t work and it could damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system NOTICE If the other system isn t a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles aren t touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you don t want You wouldn t be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involved in the jump start procedure Put an automatic transmission in PARK P and a manual transmission in NEUTRAL
22. cushion If you have a safety belt guide on your seat the protection needed in a crash The person pull the belt through the guide before reattaching the wearine the belt could be seriously injured lap shoulder belt to the side of the seat The release After i 8 talline th tal tf i tob hole should be facing outward Er ISIA MINE NE SEAL ATWAYS CRECS TODE sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted 1 12 Safety Belts They re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts And it explains the air bag system Don t let anyone ride where he or she can t wear a safety belt properly If you are in a crash and you re not wearing a safety belt your injuries can be much worse You can hit things inside the vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured 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 and using a safety belt prop
23. 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 Tires and Wheel Replacement later in this section for more information Make sure the spare tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If it moves use the ratchet wheel wrench to tighten the cable See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools in the Index The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index for scheduled rotation intervals When rotating your tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here Don t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Certification Tire label Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque in the Index Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt
24. s the weather outlook along your route Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system Maps Do you have up to date maps 4 21 Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Don t let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments frequently If you get sleepy pull off the road into a rest service or parking area and take a nap get some exercise or both For safety treat drowsiness on the highway as an emergency 4 22 Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different from driving in flat or rolling terrain If you drive regularly in steep country or if you re planning to visit there here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable
25. the automatic headlamp system will switch from DRL to the headlamps or the last chosen headlamp setting that was used To idle your vehicle with the DRL off put the transmission in PARK P The DRL will stay off until you shift out of PARK P The following does not apply to vehicles first sold in Canada When necessary you may turn off the automatic headlamp system and the Daytime Running Lamps DRL feature by following the steps below Turn the ignition to RUN Press the DOME OVERRIDE button four times within six seconds After the fourth press of the button a chime will sound informing you that the system is off e To return to the automatic mode push the DOME OVERRIDE button four times within six seconds the chime will sound or turn the ignition to OFF and then to RUN again As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness Control This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights The thumbwheel for this feature is located to the right of the exterior lamps control Turn the thumbwheel up to brighten the lights or down to dim them When the thumbwheel is moved to the first position the radio display and transmission selection display will go to full intensity The instrument panel cluster will be dimly lit Moving the thumbwheel up to the next position will activate the interior dome lamps Ex
26. under any circumstances stop and back up Drive on to the next exit The exit ramp can be curved sometimes quite sharply The exit speed is usually posted Reduce your speed according to your speedometer not to your sense of motion 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 Trip Make sure you re ready Try to be well rested If you must start when you re not fresh such as after a day s work don t plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long trip If you keep it serviced and maintained it s ready to go If it needs service have it done before starting out Of course you ll find experienced and able service experts in GM dealerships all across North America They Il be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside Wiper Blades Are they in good shape Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Have you checked all levels Lamps Are they all working Are the lenses clean Tires They are vitally important to a safe trouble free trip Is the tread good enough for long distance driving Are the tires all inflated to the recommended pressure Weather Forecasts What
27. upper edge of the seatback Move the seatback into the upright position Make sure the seatback is locked when it is back in the upright position 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 Your vehicle may have rear bucket seats with an adjustment release bar located under the front of the seats These seats can be adjusted forward or rearward with the release bar Pull the release bar up to release the seat bottom Slide the seat where you want it and then let go of the release bar Then try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place Each bench seat can carry up to three passengers They can also be removed to increase storage space The center bench and rear bench seats can be adjusted forward or rearward using the lever at the front of the seat Move the seat adjustment lever located at the front of the seat toward the passenger s side to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place The center bench seat has a pivoting right armrest The optional bench seats come with moveable armrests individual reclining seatbacks adjustable headrests and a fold down center armrest console To raise or lower the center conso
28. which may prevent serious damage to the vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing a malfunction 2 74 Tow Haul Light This light should come on when the tow haul mode has been selected TOW HAUL For more information see Tow Haul Mode in the Index Check Gages Light This light will come on briefly when you are CHECK starting the engine GAGES If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving check your various gages to see if they are in the warning zones Fuel Gage UNLEADED FUEL ONLY United States Canada The fuel gage tells you approximately how much fuel you have remaining when the ignition is on When the gage first indicates empty you still have a little fuel left but you should get more fuel as soon as possible 2 75 Here are things some owners ask about None of these indicate a problem with your fuel gage e At the gas station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full The fuel tank will take either a little more or a little less fuel to fill up than the gage shows The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up The gage doesn t go back to empty when you turn off the ignition 2 76 Low Fuel Light The LOW FUEL light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine LOW FUEL This light comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel To turn it off add fuel to the
29. 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 Ib 110 kg force on your arms 1 47 Restraint Systems for Children An infant car bed A a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle 1 48 A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner and some high back booster seats have a five point harness A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window 1 49 Q How do child restraints work A child restraint system is any device designed for use in a motor vehicle to restrain seat or position children A built in child restraint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle An add on child restraint system is a portable one which is purchased by the vehicle s owner For many years add on child restraints have used the adult belt
30. 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 Control Service ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 43 Part B Owner Checks and Services Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your vehicle make sure they are the proper ones as shown in Part D At Each Fuel Fill It is important for you or a service station attendant to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil in the Index for further details Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant in the Index for further details 7 44 Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary See Windshield Washer Fluid in
31. 7 41 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Continued Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 97 500 Miles 162 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 42 ____ tl OL Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Inspect spark plug wires ACTUAL An ee TE Service Replace spark plugs Oooo o oo y O An Emission Control Service If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter Change transfer case fluid Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV valve An Emission Control Service
32. Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 36 000 Miles 60 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service MILEAGE Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first Pf See footnote Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 7 16 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 39 000 Miles 65 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 42 000 Miles 70 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Lubricate chassis com
33. P TYPE LIST Program Type Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to select the Program Type PTY you want to listen to TYPE and a PTY will appear on the display Press the TYPE button and the radio will seek to the first RDS broadcaster of the selected program type If the radio cannot find the desired program type NONE will appear on the display and the radio will return to the last station you were listening to AM FM Alternate Frequency Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type Press and hold AM FM for two seconds to turn alternate frequency on AF ON will appear on the display The radio may switch to stronger stations Press and hold AM FM again for two seconds to turn alternate frequency off AF OFF will appear on the display The radio will not switch to other stations When you turn the ignition off and then on again the alternate frequency feature will automatically be turned on SEEK TYPE Press this button to go to a station with the last selected PTY TYPE and the last selected PTY will appear on the display if it is not already showing Press SEEK TYPE a second time to seek If a station with the selected PTY is not found the radio will return to the original station and display NONE 3 21 RDS Messages Alert Alert warns of national or local emergencies You will not be able to turn off alert announcements ALERT appears on the display when an alert a
34. Take a few steps to the left or right hold the transmitter higher and try again Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See the instructions that follow If you re still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Operation UNLOCK When you press UNLOCK the driver s door will unlock automatically the parking lamps will flash and the interior lights will go on If you press UNLOCK again within three seconds all doors will unlock the parking lamps will flash and the interior lights will go on LOCK Press LOCK to lock all the doors Press LOCK again within three seconds and the horn will chirp REAR 2X When you press the REAR button twice within three seconds to unlock the rear hatch or cargo doors the parking lamps will flash and the interior lights will go on If the engine is running the automatic transmission must be in PARK P or NEUTRAL N for the REAR 2X button to operate 2 11 Panic Alarm Button When the panic button with the horn symbol on the keyless entry transmitter is pressed the horn will sound and the headlamps and taillamps will flash for up to 30 seconds This can be turned off by pressing the panic button again waiting for 30 seconds or starting the vehicle Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost
35. This system is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment The SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light comes on and a chime will sound to indicate that there is a problem and service is required Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent This may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle This system is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction NOTICE If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty NOTICE Modifications made to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect your vehicle s emission controls and may cause the SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty This may also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection Maintenance test 2 69 This light should come on as a check to show you it is working when
36. 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 Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid such as alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant 6 30 NOTICE If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost wouldn t be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts If you have to add coolant more than four times a year have your dealer check your cooling system NOTICE If you use the proper coolant you don t have to add extra inhibitors or additives which claim to improve the system These can be harmful Checking Coolant The engine coolant tank is located in the engine compartment on the See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location DEX COOL The vehicle must be on a level s
37. Your passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mitror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes 2 46 Storage Compartments Your front storage compartment glove box is at the center of the engine cover To open the compartment press the two tabs together and pull If you have an optional sliding tray storage compartment it is located under the front passenger s seat To open the compartment move the latch in the top handle and pull the tray forward If you have rear storage compartments pull up on the lid to open the cover There is also a map storage pocket on the passenger s side of the engine cover console The overhead console includes reading lamps a compartment for a garage door opener a trip computer a temperature and compass display and a storage compartment for sunglasses The reading lamps trip computer temperature and compass display will work when the ignition is in RUN ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active See Retained Accessory Power in the Index Reading Lamps Press the button near each lamp to turn the reading lamps on and off The lamps can also be swiveled to po
38. add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher Inhilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service 7 38 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 67 500 Miles 112 500 km Le Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first ACTUAL An Emission Control Service MILEAGE Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first PF See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check co
39. and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly and what to do if you have a problem Windows Keys Front Doors Rear Doors Door Locks 0 Keyless Entry System Option 3 Sliding Door 6 Rear Hatch Rear Doors 7 8 8 Theft Passlock New Vehicle Break In 2 19 Ignition Positions 2 20 Starting Your Engine 2 22 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped 2 23 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 26 Parking Brake 2 27 Shifting Into PARK P 2 30 Shifting Out of PARK P 2 30 Parking Over Things That Burn PYPPPPPPPPPY T T E Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You re Parked Locking Rear Axle If Equipped All Wheel Drive Option Horn Tilt Wheel If Equipped Turn Signal Multifunction Lever Exterior Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Sun Visors Accessory Power Outle HomeLink Transmitter Option The Instrument Panel Your Information System Warning Lights Gages and Indicators Windows Leaving children in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous A child can be overcome by the extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather Manual Windows To open your manual windows turn the hand crank on each door to raise or lower your side door windows Power Windows Option I
40. are left on for more than 20 minutes when the ignition is off This will keep your battery from running down If the battery run down protection shuts off the interior lamps it may be necessary to do one of the following to return to normal operation Shut off all lamps and close all doors or turn the ignition key to RUN Mirrors Inside Day Night Rearview Mirror You can adjust the mirror for day or night driving Press the tab forward away from you for day driving Pull the tab back toward you for night driving Outside Manual Adjust Rearview Mirrors Adjust your outside rearview mirrors so you can see a little of the side of your vehicle and the area beside and behind your vehicle from a comfortable driving position You can fold the mirrors inward before entering a car wash Pull the mirrors toward the vehicle Push the mirrors back out when finished After pushing the mirror out the adjustment will be maintained Power Remote Control Rearview Mirrors If Equipped To adjust the outside rearview mirror move the selector switch in the middle of the control to L for the driver s side mirror or to R for the passenger s side mirror Then use the arrows located on the four way control pad to move the mirror in the desired direction To make sure you do not accidentally move a mirror return the selector switch to the middle position off after adjusting the mirrors 2 45 Convex Outside Mirror
41. attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 30 When should an air bag inflate An air bag is designed to inflate in a moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crash The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system s designed threshold level If your vehicle goes straight into a wall that doesn t move or deform the threshold level is about 9 to 16 mph 14 to 26 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The air bag is not designed to inflate in rollovers rear impacts or in many side impacts because inflation would not help the occupant In any particular crash no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were Inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down in frontal or near frontal impacts What makes an air bag inflate In an impact of sufficient severity the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator which inflates the air bag The inflato
42. be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid such as alcohol can boil before the proper coolant mixture will Your vehicle s coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or the wrong mixture your engine could get too hot but you wouldn t get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant 5 12 You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the ADD mark start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there s one more thing you can try You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator CAUTION Continued pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap 5 13 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator gR OPEN y g Ox A Ma RADIATOR RADIATEUR 15 PSI
43. being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle 1 32 When an air bag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but can t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or door Air bags are designed to inflate only once After they inflate you ll need some new parts for your air bag system If you don t get them the air bag system won t be there to help protect you in another crash A new system will include air bag modules and possibly other parts The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system when the system commands air bag inflation and driver s safety belt usage at deployment The module also records speed engine rpm brake and throttle data Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag system Improper service can mean that your air bag system won t work properly See your dealer for service NOTICE If you damage the covering for the driver s or the right front passenger s air bag the ba
44. brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowout particularly on a curve acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible If a tire goes flat the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely 5 17 Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on your hazard warning flashers Changing a tire can cause an injury The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people You and they could be badly injured Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine 4 Put the wheel blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle at the opposite end 5 18 SS i The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire The jacking equipment you ll need is stored by your vehicle s rear doors along the passenger s side wall 1 Remove the jack cover by pulling it away fro
45. but then NOTICE stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the Holding your key in START for longer than floor and holding it there as you hold the key in 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to START for about three seconds When the engine starts let go of the key and accelerator If the vehicle be drained much sooner And the excessive heat starts briefly but then stops again do the same can damage your starter motor Wait about thing but this time keep the pedal down for five 15 seconds between each try to help avoid or six seconds This clears the extra gasoline from draining your battery or damaging your starter the engine 2 If it doesn t start within 10 seconds push the 7 accelerator pedal all the way to the floor while you NOTICE hold the ignition key in START When the engine oo starts let go of the key and let up on the accelerator Your engine is designed to work with the pedal Wait about 15 seconds between each try electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you don t your engine might not perform properly When starting your engine in very cold weather below 0 F or 18 C do this 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to START and hold it there up to 15 seconds
46. could fail suddenly and cause a crash If you have to replace a wheel use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chains NOTICE Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use only SAE Class S type chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the rear axle tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer s instructions If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow down until it stops Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle 6 55 Appearance Care Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flame if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle be sure to follow the manufacturer s warnings and instructions And always open your doors or windows when you re cleaning the inside Never use these to clean your vehicle Gasoline Benzene Naphtha Carbon Tetrachloride Paint Thinner Turpentine e e e e Acetone e e Lacquer Thinner e Nail Polish Remover 6 56 They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage your vehicle too Don t use any of these unless this manual says y
47. crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a Children who are up against or very close to 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby any air bag when it inflates can be seriously should be secured in an appropriate restraint injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide 1 43 Q What are the different types of add on A child restraints Add on child restraints which are purchased by the vehicle s owner are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used For most basic types of child restraints there are many different models available When purchasing a child restraint be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle If it is the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards 1 44 The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are
48. even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Please don t drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you re with a group designate a driver who will not drink Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go They are the brakes the steering and the accelerator All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road Sometimes as when you re driving on snow or ice it s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide That means you can lose control of your vehicle 4 6 Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time First you have to decide to push on the brake pedal That s perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That s reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that s only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 100 km h travels 66 feet 20 m That could be a lot of distance in an emergency so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is important And of course actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surface of the road
49. fuel tank See Fuel in the Index Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section you ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle Be sure to read about the particular systems supplied with your vehicle 3 2 Comfort Controls 3 11 AM FM Stereo 3 2 Heating System 3 13 AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and 3 3 Heating Air Conditioning System Automatic Tone Control If Equipped If Equipped 3 17 AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and 3 5 Rear Heating System Option Compact Disc Player with Radio Data 3 5 Rear Air Conditioning System Option System RDS and Automatic Tone Control 3 6 Air Conditioning If Equipped 3 6 Heating 3 27 Rear Seat Audio If Equipped 3 6 Defrosting 3 29 Remote Compact Disc Player If Equipped 3 7 Rear Window Defogger Option 3 31 Theft Deterrent Feature If Equipped 3 8 Ventilation System 3 33 Theft Deterrent Feature RDS Radios 3 10 Audio Systems If Equipped 3 10 Setting the Clock for Systems with 3 33 Understanding Radio Reception SET Button 3 34 Tips About Your Audio System 3 10 Setting the Clock for Systems without 3 35 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player Radio Data System 3 36 Care of Your Compact Discs 3 10 Setting the Clock for Systems with 3 36 Care of Your Compact Disc Player Radio Data System 3 36 Fixed Mast Antenna Comfort Controls This section tells you how to make your air system work for you Your comfort control system with ai
50. h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 35 mph 55 km h or more push the accelerator pedal all the way down You ll shift down to the next gear and have more power DRIVE D should be used for normal towing THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal driving however it offers more power and lower fuel economy than DRIVE D You should use THIRD 3 when carrying a heavy load or driving on steep hills SECOND 2 This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on If you manually select SECOND 2 the transmission will drive in second gear You may use this feature for reducing torque to the rear wheels when you are trying to start your vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces FIRST 1 This position gives you even more power but lower fuel economy than SECOND 2 You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the shift selector lever is put in FIRST 1 the transmission won t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slow enough NOTICE If your rear wheels won t turn don t try to drive This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object You could damage your transmission Also if you stop when going uphill don t hold your vehi
51. hold the TAPE CD button for five seconds READY will appear on the display for five seconds 4 Insert the scrubbing action cleaning cassette 5 Eject the cleaning cassette after the manufacturer s recommended cleaning time When the cleaning cassette has been ejected the broken tape detection feature is active again You may also choose a non scrubbing action wet type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head This type of cleaning cassette will not eject on its own A non scrubbing action cleaner may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner The use of a non scrubbing action dry type cleaning cassette is not recommended 3 35 After you clean the player press and hold the EJT button for five seconds to reset the CLEAN indicator The radio will display CLEANED to show the indicator was reset Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time Always make sure the cassette tape is in good condition before you have your tape player serviced Care of Your Compact Discs Handle discs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust If the surface of a disc is soiled dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution and clean it wiping from the center to the edge Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge
52. is turned to OFF the shorter the delay will be For fewer wipes choose a setting closer to LOW Use this setting for light rain and snow Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become worn or damaged get new blades or blade inserts 2 36 Windshield Washer There is a paddle marked with the windshield washer symbol at the top of the malfunction lever To spray washer fluid on the windshield press the paddle The wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return to your preset speed In freezing weather don t use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision The wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return to your preset speed Rear Window Washer Wiper Option You control the rear window washer wiper using a switch located on the instrument panel To turn the wiper on slide the switch all the way up to ON next to the audio system For delay wiping slide the switch up to the center position next to the word DELAY on the rear wiper control The wiper will cycle every nine seconds To wash the window push in on the switch Window washer fluid will continue to spray until the switch is released The wiper will continue with three more wipes and then return to the setting that was cho
53. kilopascals Oil pressure may vary with engine speed outside temperature and oil viscosity but readings above the low pressure zone indicate the normal operating range A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or other problems causing low oil pressure Don t keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty Security Light This light will come on briefly when you turn the key to START SECURITY The light will stay on until the engine starts If the light flashes the Passlock System has entered a tamper mode If the vehicle fails to start see Passlock in the Index If the light comes on continuously while driving and stays on there may be a problem with the Passlock System Your vehicle will not be protected by Passlock and you should see your GM dealer 2 73 Service AWD Light If Equipped This light should come on briefly when you turn on the ignition as a check to show you it is working SERVICE AWD The SERVICE AWD light comes on to indicate that there may be a problem with the drive system and service is required Malfunctions can be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent
54. low during this cold check you must check the fluid hot before adding fluid Checking the fluid hot will give you a more accurate reading of the fluid level Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P Let the engine run at idle for three minutes or more 6 23 Then without shutting off the engine follow these steps The transmission dipstick has a red handle and is located near the center of the engine compartment behind the air cleaner See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location 1 Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the COLD area below the cross hatched area for a cold check or in the HOT area or cross hatched area for a hot check 4 If the fluid level is in the acceptable range push the dipstick back in all the way then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance S
55. many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs Newborn infants need complete support including support for the head and neck This is necessary because a newborn infant s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A young child s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Instead it may settle up around the child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that s unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints Infants and Young Children Cargo Vans Children who are up against or very close to any air bag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Air bags plus lap shoulder belts offer outstanding protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young childr
56. may not work with older garage door openers that do not meet current Federal Consumer Safety Standards If you cannot program the transmitter after repeated attempts refer to Training a Garage Door Opener with a Rolling Code Feature next in this section or contact the manufacturer of HomeLink at 1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com Be sure to keep the original hand held transmitter in case you need to erase and reprogram HomeLink 2 58 Training a Garage Door Opener with a Rolling Code Feature If Equipped If you have not previously programmed the hand held transmitter to HomeLink see Programming the HomeLink Transmitter listed previously If you have completed this programming already you now need to train the garage door opener motor head unit to recognize HomeLink 1 Find the Learn or Smart button on the garage door opener motor head unit The exact location and color will vary by garage door opener brand If you have difficulty finding the Learn or Smart button refer to your garage door opener owner s manual or contact the manufacturer of HomeLink at 1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com Because of the steps involved it may be helpful to have another person assist in programming the transmitter 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
57. months whichever occurs first See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 40 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km Continued
58. off See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index 6 49 When It s Time for New Tires 6 50 One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that can t be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need look at the Certification Tire label The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires get ones with that same TPC Spec number That way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give proper endurance handling speed rating traction ride and other things during normal service on your vehicle If your tires have an all season tread design the TPC number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow If you ever replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the sam
59. on the ground Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 1 000 Ibs 450 kg loaded then it needs its own brakes and they must be adequate Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintain them properly Your trailer brake system can tap into your vehicle s hydraulic brake system except Don t tap into your vehicle s brake system if the trailer s brake system will use more than 0 02 cubic inch 0 3 cc of fluid from your vehicle s master cylinder If it does both braking systems won t work well You could even lose your brakes Will the trailer parts take 3 000 psi 20 650 kPa of pressure If not the trailer brake system must not be used with your vehicle If everything checks out this far then make the brake fluid tap at the port on the master cylinder that sends fluid to the rear brakes But don t use copper tubing for this If you do it will bend and finally break off Use steel brake tubing 4 37 Driving with a Trailer If you have a rear most window open and you pull a trailer with your vehicle carbon monoxide CO could come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness or death See Engine Exhaust in the Index To maximize your safety when towing a trailer Have your exhaust system inspected for leaks and make necessary repairs before starting on your trip Keep the
60. or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle any remaining transmitters must also be matched Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have a maximum of four transmitters matched to it 2 12 Battery Replacement Under normal use the battery in your remote keyless entry transmitter should last about two years You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works it s probably time to change the battery NOTICE When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter To replace the battery do the following 1 Insert a thin object like a dime to separate the bottom of the transmitter from the top 2 Remove the battery and replace it with a new one making sure the positive side of the battery is facing down Use one Panasonic three volt type CR2032 or equivalent battery 3 Snap the top and bottom together Sliding Door To open the sliding side door pull the handle toward the back and slide the door to the rear until it rests in the open position
61. passengers So please read this section carefully before you pull a trailer 4 31 If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do here are some important points There are many different laws including speed limit restrictions having to do with trailering Make sure your rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you ll be driving A good source for this information can be state or provincial police Consider using a sway control if your trailer will weigh 2 000 Ibs 900 kg or less You should always use a sway control if your trailer will weigh more than 2 000 Ibs 900 kg You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls Don t tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 800 km your new vehicle is driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged 4 32 Then during the first 500 miles 800 km that you tow a trailer don t drive over 50 mph 80 km h and don t make starts at full throttle This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads You can tow in DRIVE D You 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 See Tow Haul Mode in the Index Three important considerations have to do with weight the weight of the trailer the weight of the trailer tongue and the weight on your vehicle s tires
62. setting to cool the air 3 4 gt o r Vent The air comes out at the vents on your instrument panel The air conditioning compressor will not run in this position Adjust the temperature knob for warmer or cooler air e Vp Floor Most of the air comes out near the floor The rest comes out from the defroster vents under the windshield and at the front side windows We Ved Blend With this setting the outside air comes out of both the floor ducts and defroster vents Adjust the temperature knob for warmer or cooler air The air conditioning compressor may operate in this setting to dehumidify the air SY DEF Defrost This setting operates the defroster Most of the air comes out near the windshield with some going to the floor ducts and front side windows The air conditioning compressor may operate in this setting to dehumidify the air mo REAR HEAT a REAR A C af HIGH HIGH MEO MED h i iow LOW OFF vi oF h You may have the optional rear heater The three speed You may have rear air conditioning The rear air fan thumbwheel is to the right of the radio Turn the conditioning thumbwheel is located to the right of the thumbwheel toward HIGH for higher airflow in the heater controls Turn the thumbwheel toward HIGH for rear area Turn the thumbwheel to OFF to turn the higher airflow in the rear area Turn the switch to OFF system off to turn the system off Air Conditioning Before using your v
63. special problems Examples are long grades passing or no passing zones a falling rocks area or winding roads Be alert to these and take appropriate action 4 23 Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving Have your vehicle in good shape for winter You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle 4 24 Include an ice scraper a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road you can have a very slippery situation You ll have a lot less traction or grip and will need to be very careful What s the worst time for this Wet ice Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all You can get wet ice when it s about freezing 32 F 0 C and freezing rain begins to fall Try to avoid driving on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition s
64. starting your engine your heating system will produce warmer air faster to heat the passenger compartment in cold weather See Engine Coolant Heater in the Index Defrosting Use defrost to remove fog or ice from the windshield quickly in extremely cold conditions The temperature knob should be in the red area and the fan control toward high The air conditioning compressor may operate in this setting to dehumidify the air The blend setting is useful for cold weather with a large number of passengers or very humid conditions to help keep the windshield clear Rear Window Defogger Option If your vehicle has this option the rear window will have lines running across the glass These lines heat your window For best results clear the window of as much snow or ice as possible before using the rear window defogger SS To turn on the rear window defogger find the button located to the left of the heater controls with the defog symbol on it Press the button until the light comes on then release it The rear window defogger will only work when the ignition is in RUN You can turn the defogger off at any time by pressing the button again The defogger will shut itself off after several minutes so that the glass does not get too hot If the window still isn t clear turn the defogger on again Do not attach a temporary vehicle license tape or decals across the defogger grid on the rear window NOTICE D
65. stations lt SEEK p Press the right or left arrow to seek to the next or previous station and stay there The radio will seek to stations with a strong signal only The sound will mute while seeking 3 18 lt q PSCAN p Preset Scan Press and hold one of the arrows for more than two seconds The radio will produce one beep The radio will scan to the first preset station stored on your pushbuttons play for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press one of the arrows or one of the pushbuttons again to stop scanning SCAN will be displayed whenever the tuner is in the preset scan mode The channel number P1 through P6 will appear with the frequency In FM mode this function will scan through the current band such as FM1 or FM2 The radio will scan to stations with a strong signal only The sound will mute while scanning Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six FM1 and six FM2 by performing the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select AM FM1 or FM2 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press AUTO TONE to choose the bass and treble equalization that best suits the type of station you are listening to 5 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons The radio will produce one beep Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton the station you set will return and the bass and treble equal
66. stoplamp battery feed wire The harness is stored on the passenger s side of the vehicle near the rear wheel well This harness has a 30 amp battery feed wire and no connector and should be wired by a qualified electrical technician After choosing an aftermarket trailer mating connector pair have the technician attach one connector to the eight wire trailer harness and the other connector to the wiring harness on the trailer Be sure the wiring harness on the trailer is taped or strapped to the trailer s frame rail and leave it loose enough so the wiring doesn t bend or break but not so loose that it drags on the ground The eight wire harness must be routed out of your vehicle between the rear door and the floor with enough of the harness left on both sides so that the trailer or the body won t pull it If you do not have the optional trailering package your vehicle will still have a trailering harness The harness is located near the passenger s side rear wheel well It consists of six wires that may be used by after market trailer hitch installers 4 42 The technician can use the following color code chart when connecting the wiring harness to your trailer Brown Rear lamps Yellow Left stoplamp and turn signal Dark Green Right stoplamp and turn signal White Heavy Gage Ground Light Green Back up lamps White Light Gage Center High Mounted Stoplamp Blue Auxiliary circuit eight wire harness only
67. stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they aren t they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use Your radio will display CLEAN to indicate that you have used your tape player for 50 hours without resetting the tape clean timer If this message appears on the display your cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to your tapes and player If you notice a reduction in sound quality try a known good cassette to see if it is the tape or the tape player at fault If this other cassette has no improvement in sound quality clean the tape player The recommended cleaning method for your 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 with the recommended non abrasive cleaning cassette it is possible that the cassette may eject because the cut tape detection feature on your radio may recognize it as a broken tape To prevent the cleaning cassette from being ejected use the following steps 1 Turn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSORY 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press and
68. sure your spare tire is correctly inflated The compact spare is made to perform well at speeds up to 65 mph 105 km h for distances up to 3 000 miles 5 000 km so you can finish your trip and have your full size tire repaired or replaced where you want Of course it s best to replace your spare with a full size tire as soon as you can Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again 5 31 NOTICE When the compact spare is installed don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails The compact spare can get caught on the rails That can damage the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of your vehicle NOTICE Tire chains won t fit your compact spare Using them can damage your vehicle and can damage the chains too Don t use tire chains on your compact spare Don t use your compact spare on other vehicles And don t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires They won t fit Keep your spare tire and its wheel together 5 32 If You re Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck you will need to spin the wheels but you don t want to spin your wheels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you re stuck but you must use caution If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transmission or other par
69. system in the vehicle To help reduce the chance of injury the child also has to be secured within the restraint The vehicle s belt system secures the add on child restraint in the vehicle and the add on child restraint s harness system holds the child in place within the restraint One system the three point harness has straps that come down over each of the infant s shoulders and buckle together at the crotch The five point harness system has two shoulder straps two hip straps and a crotch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side 1 50 When choosing a child restraint be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards Then follow the instructions for the restraint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury When securing an add on child restraint refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both and to this manual The c
70. t use the correct equipment and drive properly you can lose control when you pull a trailer For example if the trailer is too heavy the brakes may not work well or even at all You and your passengers could be seriously injured Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section Ask your dealer for advice and information about towing a trailer with your vehicle NOTICE Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty To 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 required for a vehicle used to tow a trailer See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index To identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section If yours was built with trailering options as many are it s ready for heavier trailers But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly That s the reason for this part In it are many time tested important trailering tips and safety rules Many of these are important for your safety and that of your
71. the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle If there seems to be no leak start the engine again The engine cooling fan speed should increase when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down If it doesn t your vehicle needs service Turn off the engine NOTICE Engine damage from running your engine without coolant isn t covered by your warranty NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOL silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion may result In addition the engine coolant will require change sooner at 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX COOL is not covered by your new vehicle warranty 5 11 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank NOTICE If you haven t found a problem yet but the coolant level isn t at the ADD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean In cold weather water can freeze and crack drinkable water and DEX COOL engine coolant at the the engine radiator heater core and other parts coolant recovery tank See Engine Coolant in the Use the recommended coolant and the proper Index for more information coolant mixture Adding only plain water to your cooling system can
72. the ignition is on and the engine is not running If the light doesn t come on have it repaired This light will also come on during a malfunction in one of two ways e Light Flashing A misfire condition has been detected A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and service may be required 2 70 If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle Reducing vehicle speed Avoiding hard accelerations Avoiding steep uphill grades e 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 Tf the Light Is On Steady following If the light continues to flash when it is safe to do so stop the vehicle Find a safe place to park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light is still flashing follow the previous steps and drive the vehicle to your dealer or qualified service center for service If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by con
73. 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 object The fact that such emergency situations are always possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery You may find that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you re driving If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement recovery should be fairly easy Ease off the accelerator and then if there is nothing in the way steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement You can turn the steering wheel up to one quarter turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge Then turn your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway 4 11 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 occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver
74. this tag NOTICE Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent theft But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehicle if you ever lock your keys inside You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in So be sure you have extra keys If you ever do get locked out of your vehicle call GM Roadside Assistance Center See Roadside Assistance in the index Front Doors To open a front door from the outside grasp the handle and pull the door open To open a front door from the inside pull the lever toward you and push the door open Rear Doors If you have the Dutch doors you must open the hatch first See Hatch Release in the Index Cargo Door Shown Rear doors can only be opened from the outside Open the passenger s side rear door first Grasp the handle and pull the door open To open the driver s side rear door pull on the latch release handle located on the inside of the door To close the rear doors close the driver s side door first Check to make sure both doors are completely closed The rear doors have a check assembly to keep the doors from opening beyond 90 degrees To fully open the rear doors push in on the clip and lift the check assembly up off the mounting bracket Do this on each door Replace the check assemblies on the mounting brackets before closing the doors Door Locks There are several ways to lock
75. to hold both buttons until the HomeLink indicator light turns off and then release both buttons Accessories Accessories for the HomeLink Transmitter are available from the manufacturer of the unit If you would like additional information please contact the manufacturer of HomeLink at 1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com 2 59 The Instrument Panel Your Information System The main components of your instrument panel are the following A Exterior Lamp Control K Rear Washer Wiper Switch Option B Instrument Panel Brightness Thumbwheel L Front Ashtray C Multifunction Lever M Dome Override Button D Hazard Warning Flasher Button N Hood Release E Transmission Shift Lever O Cigarette Lighter F Ignition Switch P Audio System G Rear Defogger Button Option Q Front Storage Compartment H Comfort Controls R Cupholders Storage Tray I Rear A C Control Option S Accessory Power Outlets J Rear Heater Control Option 2 61 Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running Yov ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you ve used and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically DIBI2 888888 TRIP APPLY BRAKE TO SHIFT FROM PARK RESET TOW HAUL United States version shown Canada similar 2 62 Speedometer and Odom
76. vehicle If the seal does not release use the pull strap on the driver s side above the rear mount Reinstalling the Engine Cover 1 Lift the engine cover into the front of the vehicle and slide it all the way forward Make sure the rubber seal is over the latches Tighten the two bolts located on the engine cover to reinstall the cover to the front of the dash Put the heater duct over the engine cover studs Push up on the duct gently until it snaps into place Reconnect the electrical connectors Reconnect the AM radio ground strap Reinstall the engine cover extension by gently squeezing the sides and sliding it into place Make sure all of the fastener clips engage and the extension fits properly in place Reinstall and tighten the two screws Reinstall the two nuts to secure the extension in place 6 20 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the engine air cleaner filter and the crankcase ventilation filter See Scheduled Maintenance in the Index See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location To change the engine air cleaner filter do the following 1 Unsnap both clips on the cover 2 Remove the cover 3 4 Snap both clips to secure the engine air Change the filter cleaner filter cover Be sure the engine air cleaner filter cover is correctly positioned to seal ou
77. with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches 25 to 30 cm or to some limited production tires While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades they must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards 6 52 Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction AA A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the
78. you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash 1 19 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you 1 20 To move it down push it in at the top of the arrows and move the height adjuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After you move the adjuster to where you want it try to move it down without pushing in to make sure it has locked into position Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder Q What s wrong with this You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body A 4 The shoulder belt is too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way 1 21 Q What s wrong with this The belt is buckled in the wrong place 1 22 You can be seriously injure
79. your vehicle and a part devoted to its appearance care 6 2 Service 6 40 6 3 Fuel 6 46 6 5 Fuels in Foreign Countries 6 47 6 5 Filling Your Tank 6 56 6 8 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 6 56 6 8 Checking Things Under the Hood 6 60 6 12 Engine Oil 6 61 6 20 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 62 6 22 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 62 6 26 Rear Axle 6 62 6 29 Engine Coolant 6 64 6 32 Radiator Pressure Cap 6 65 6 33 Power Steering Fluid 6 66 6 34 Windshield Washer Fluid 6 72 6 35 Brakes 6 73 6 39 Battery 6 74 Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle Cleaning Aluminum Wheels If Equipped Cleaning Tires Sheet Metal Damage Finish Damage GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials Vehicle Identification Number VIN Electrical System Replacement Bulbs Capacities and Specifications Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it We hope you ll go to your dealer for all your service needs You ll get genuine GM parts and GM trained and supported service people We hope you ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks ACDelco n T NINE adele Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work you ll want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how t
80. 0 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service MILEAGE Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first FP See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote SERVICED BY 7 35 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 45 000 Miles 75 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km
81. 105 kPa T lod S cs ie y SENE DEX COOL eq oer Soue You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot 1 Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops Don t press down while turning the pressure cap If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 5 14 Then keep turning the pressure cap but now push down as you turn it Remove the pressure cap Fill the radiator with the proper DEX COOL 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the ADD mark coolant mixture up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant in the Index for more information 3 FUL ca Dari ON WE onlanesecovesy lanl Dut leave the pressure cap off about the proper coolant mixture P P 5 15 6 Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan 7 By this time the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck 5 16 gR OPEN y S On A Mi RADIATOR RADIATEUR 15 PSI 105 kPa aaa oe g ope z4 DEX COOL US oue B Then replace the pressure cap At any time during this procedure
82. 2WD only or at each brake relining whichever occurs first Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transmission Service normal conditions Transfer Case Fluid Change Long Trip Highway Intervals Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Every 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Spark Plug Wire Inspection Spark Plug Replacement Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV Valve Inspection Every 150 000 Miles 240 000 km Cooling System Service or every 60 months whichever occurs first These intervals only summarize maintenance services Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages 7 7 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100 000 miles 166 000 km should be repeated after 100 000 miles 166 000 km at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle The services shown at 150 000 miles 240 000 km should be repeated at the same interval after 150 000 miles 240 000 km for the life of this vehicle See Owner Checks and Services and Periodic Maintenance Inspections following 7 8 Footnotes The U S Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended main
83. 7854 French 1 800 263 3830 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 268 6800 All Overseas Locations Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit Mexico Central America and Caribbean Islands Countries Except Puerto Rico and U S Virgin Islands General Motors de Mexico S de R L de C V Customer Assistance Center Paseo de la Reforma 2740 Col Lomas de Bezares C P 11910 Mexico D F 01 800 508 0000 Long Distance 011 52 53 29 0 800 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 toward aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle hand controls wheelchair scooter lifts etc This program can also provide you with free resource information such as area driver assessment centers and mobility equipment installers The program is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease See your dealer for more details or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1 800 323 9935 Text telephone TTY users call 1 800 833 9935 GM of Canada also has a Mobility Program Call 1 800 GM DRIVE 463 7483 for details When calling from outside Canada please dial 1 905 644 3063 All TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 8 5 Roadside Assistance GMC s Roadside Assistance provides stranded owners with over the phone roadside
84. Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available 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 located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed If you have an adjustable head restraint route the top strap under it Raise the head restraint and route the top strap under it Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say If your vehicle is a cargo van the anchoring point for a top strap is located at the rear of the seat cushion on the right front passenger s seat spacer bar Anchor the top strap through the two slots Cargo Van Models 1 53 If your vehicle is a passenger van with rear seats it is recommended that you secure a child restraint with a top strap only in the outboard positions of the second row Bucket Seats An anchoring point is located below the rear of the seat cushion on the spacer bar Anchor the top strap through the two slots on the bar Passenger Van Bucket Seats 1 54 Bench Seats An anchor
85. ET SET will appear on the display 3 Press two adjoining pushbuttons at the same time within five seconds Whenever you press the same two pushbuttons the station you set will return 4 Repeat the steps for each pair of pushbuttons 3 12 Setting the Tone Bass Treble BASS Slide this lever up or down to increase or decrease bass TREB Treble Slide this lever up or down to increase or decrease treble If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL Balance Turn the control ring behind the upper knob to move the sound to the left or right speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Turn the control ring behind the lower knob to move the sound to the front or rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers AM FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped PRE Aiea Lu Playing the Radio PWR Power Press this knob to turn the system on and off VOL Volume Turn this knob clockwise to increase volume Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume The knob is capable of rotating continuously SCV Speed Compensated Volume With SCV your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive Set the volume at the desired level Turn the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the SCV Each notch on the control
86. FTLOCK is activated the radio will display LOC to indicate a locked condition anytime battery power has been interrupted If your battery loses power for any reason you must unlock the radio with the secret code before it will operate Activating the Theft Deterrent Feature The instructions which follow explain how to enter your secret code to activate the THEFTLOCK system It is recommended that you read through all nine steps before starting the procedure If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse between any steps the radio automatically reverts to time and you must start the procedure over at Step 4 1 Write down any three or four digit number from 000 to 1999 and keep it in a safe place separate from the vehicle 2 Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN 3 Turn the radio off 4 Press the and 4 pushbuttons at the same time Hold them down until shows on the display Next you will use the secret code number which you have written down 5 Press MN and 000 will appear on the display 6 Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code 7 Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code 3 31 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
87. L SELL PRICE 50 00 Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle Owner s Information Owner publications are written specifically for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Time Visit Helm Inc on the World Wide Web at www helminc com For Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation Allow ample time for delivery 8 12 Note to Canadian Customers All listed prices are quoted in U S funds Canadian residents are to make checks payable in U S funds
88. M Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 If the front passengers are already listening to AM FM the RSA controller will not switch between the bands and cannot change the frequency Press AM FM to return to listening to the radio when a cassette tape or CD is playing The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening 3 28 A SEEK V While listening to AM FM1 or FM2 press the up arrow to tune to the next station and stay there Press the down arrow to tune to the previous station and stay there The sound will mute while seeking This button is inactive if the AM FM1 or FM2 mode on the front radio is in use While listening to a cassette tape press the up arrow to hear the next selection on the tape Press the down arrow to go back to the previous selection The SEEK button is inactive if the tape mode on the front radio is in use While listening to a CD press the up arrow to hear the next track on the CD Press the down arrow to go back to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played The SEEK button is inactive if the CD mode on the front radio is in use To scan preset stations press and hold SEEK until the radio goes into scan mode The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press either SEEK arrow again to stop scanning The scan function is inactive if the AM FM1 or FM2 mode on the front radio is in use
89. Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults Your vehicle may have rear shoulder belt comfort guides This feature 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 To provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for smaller adults the comfort guides may be installed on the shoulder belts Here s how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 38 1 Remove the guide from its storage clip on the side of the seatback Slide the guide under and past the belt The elastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top Center Passenger Position Bench 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 To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides Slide the guide onto the storage clip 1 40 If your vehicle has rear bench seats someone can sit in the center positions
90. Then move the shift lever into the gear you want If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the key to OFF 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 3 Shift to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want 5 Have the system fixed as soon as you can Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite Don t park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn 2 30 Engine Exhaust Engine exhaust can kill It contains the gas carbon monoxide CO which you can t see or smell It can cause unconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs weren t done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO and Have your vehicle fixed immediately Running Your Engine While You re Parked It s better not to park with the engine running But if you ever have to here are some things to know Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into y
91. 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 for everyone s protection First you ll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has We ll start with the driver position Driver Position This part describes the driver s restraint system Lap Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap shoulder belt Here s how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you 4 Don t let it get twisted 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 4 N mS A Me SAY Frew gt Fd H xi 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
92. To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough When you sit in a center seating position you have a see Safety Belt Extender at the end of this section lap safety belt which has no retractor To make the belt Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt E so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle Infants and Young Children Except Cargo Vans Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by the appropriate restraint Young children should not use the vehicle s safety belts unless there is no other choice 1 42 People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle A baby doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it CAUTION Continued For example in a
93. Two Way Front Seat The bucket seats can be adjusted forward or rearward using the lever located under the front of the seat Move the seat adjustment lever located under the front of the seat toward the outboard side of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure that the seat is locked into place If your vehicle has this feature there will be a knob located on the inboard side of the driver s and passenger s bucket seats Turn the knob toward the front of the vehicle to increase lumbar support Turn the knob toward the rear of the vehicle to decrease lumbar support If your vehicle has this feature there will be a control pad located on the inboard side of the driver s seat To raise or lower the front of the seat cushion raise or lower the lever located toward the front of the vehicle To raise or lower the rear of the seat cushion raise or lower the lever located toward the rear of the vehicle To move the entire seat backwards forward or up or down move the center knob Reclining Seatbacks There is a lever located on the inside of the seat to adjust the seatback You can adjust the seatback by lifting the lever and leaning back Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it Pull up on the lever lean forward and the seatback will go to an upright position 1 4 But don t have a s
94. U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline REPORTING 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 Transport Canada in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited You may write to Transport Canada 330 Sparks Street Tower C Ottawa Ontario K1A ON5 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 GMC 8782 1 800 462 8782 or write Pontiac GMC Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33172 Detroit MI 48232 5172 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 8 11 SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines transmission axle suspension brakes electrical steering body etc RETAIL SELL PRICE 120 00 Transmission Transaxle Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures adjustments and specifications for GM transmissions transaxles and transfer cases RETAI
95. Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel cargo and tongue weight if pulling a trailer The Certification Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles called Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle And if you do have a heavy load you should spread it out If you put things inside of your vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they will go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle Using heavier suspension components to get added Try to spread the weight evenly durability might not change your weight ratings Ask Neve
96. When the engine starts let go of the key Fuel Regulator You have a fuel regulator that shuts the fuel off when the engine reaches 5 600 rpm 2 21 Engine Coolant Heater If Equipped In very cold weather 0 F 18 C or colder the engine coolant heater can help You ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle At temperatures above 32 F 0 C use of the coolant heater is not required To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1 Turn off the engine 2 Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord The engine coolant heater cord is located on the driver s side of the engine compartment near the power steering fluid reservoir 2 22 3 Plug it into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord won t reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you don t it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on
97. alled 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 Too fast or too slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow Treat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane 4 20 At the entrance there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it s slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use your turn signal Just before you leave the lane glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there isn t another vehicle in your blind spot Once you are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a reasonable following distance Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to leave the freeway move to the proper lane well in advance If you miss your exit do not
98. alts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible Cleaning Aluminum Wheels If Equipped Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water Rinse with clean water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicon carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels 6 61 Cleaning Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with a tire cleaner NOTICE When applying a tire dressing always take care to wipe off any overspray or splash from all painted surfaces on the
99. anada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo you may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle And if you will tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity 4 35 If you re using a weight carrying or a weight distributing hitch the trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B Do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight for your vehicle After you ve loaded your trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they aren t you may be able to get them right simply by moving some items around in the trailer Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires Be sure your vehicle s tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires You ll find these numbers on the Certification Tire label at the rear edge of the driver s door or see Tire Loading in the Index Then be sure you don t go ove
100. 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 Transmission Check Check the transmission fluid level add if needed See Automatic Transmission Fluid in the Index A fluid loss may indicate a problem Check the system and repair if needed At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all body door hinges the body hood fuel door and rear compartment hinges latches and locks inluding interior glove box and console doors hood latch assembly secondary latch pivots spring anchor release pawl and any moving seat hardware Lubricate the hood safety lever pivot and prop rod pivot Part D tells you what to use More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment 7 45 Starter Switch Check 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 Do not use the accelerator pedal and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts 3 Try to start
101. and unlock your vehicle To unlock your door from the outside use your key or remote keyless entry transmitter if equipped For more information see Keyless Entry System in the Index To lock the front doors and sliding side door from the inside slide the manual lock levers down To unlock the front doors and the sliding side door from the inside slide the manual lock levers up When the red mark on the lock lever is visible the door is unlocked Unlocked doors can be dangerous Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle When a door is locked the handle won t open it You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors aren t locked So wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening Power Door Locks If Equipped If your vehicle has power door locks press the power door lock switch located on the door panel to lock or unlock all the doors at once The power door lock switch will lock or unlock the rear hatch and Dutch doors
102. anty Some add on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index 6 66 Headlamp Wiring The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker in the lamp switch An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off or in some cases to remain off If this happens have your headlamp wiring checked right away Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some electrical problem and not snow etc be sure to get it fixed Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers in the fuse panel protect the power windows and other power accessories When the current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or goes away Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new
103. ape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possible The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle s three control systems In the braking skid your wheels aren t rolling In the steering or cornering skid too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force And in the acceleration skid too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin 4 13 A cornering skid and an acceleration skid are best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you Il want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited While driving on a surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear Any sudden changes
104. apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you re going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road 4 17 Hydroplaning doesn t happen often But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low It can happen if a lot of water is standing on the road If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just isn t a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water 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 through them very slowly 4 18 Driving Through Flowing Water Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing water as you might at a low water crossing your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inches of flowi
105. are all you will need for good performance and engine protection When to Change Engine Oil If any one of these is true for you use the short trip city maintenance schedule Most trips are less than 5 miles 8 km This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing Most trips include extensive idling such as frequent driving in stop and go traffic You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle The vehicle is used for delivery service police taxi or other commercial application Driving under these conditions causes engine oil to break down sooner If any one of these is true for your vehicle then you need to change your oil and filter every 3 000 miles 5 000 km or 3 months whichever occurs first If none of them is true use the long trip highway maintenance schedule Change the oil and filter every 7 500 miles 12 500 km or 12 months whichever occurs first Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions will cause engine oil to break down slower 6 15 What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Don t let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand cleaner Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil See the manufacturer s warnings about the use an
106. aying that track Elapsed time is displayed in minutes and seconds The track number will also appear when a new track begins to play Press this button again to return to the time display AM FM Press this button to listen to the radio when playing a CD The CD symbol will still display but the word CD will be replaced with either AM FM1 or FM2 If the radio is turned off the disc stays in the player and will resume playing at the point where it stopped CD AUX Auxiliary Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio When a disc is playing the letters CD and the CD symbol will appear on the display If the radio is turned off the disc stays in the player and will resume playing at the point where it stopped 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 this button to load a CD Compact Disc Messages ERR Error If this message appears and the disc comes out it could be for one of the following reasons If you re driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smooth the disc should play Ifit s very hot When the temperature returns to normal the disc should play The disc is upside down It is dirt
107. b for warmer or cooler air GY DEF Defrost This setting operates the defroster Most of the air comes out near the windshield with some going to the floor ducts and front side windows Heating Air Conditioning System If Equipped If your vehicle has air conditioning your heating air conditioning controls will look like this Fan Knob The fan knob is located on the left of the control panel This knob has four positions To increase airflow turn the knob toward HI To decrease airflow move it toward LO Temperature Knob This knob is next to the fan knob It controls the temperature of the air flowing into your vehicle Turn the knob clockwise for warmer air Turn the knob counterclockwise for cooler air Function Knob This knob is located on the right side of the temperature knob The function knob allows you to choose the direction of air delivery OFF This setting turns the system off MAX A C Maximum Air Conditioning This setting cools the air the fastest by recirculating the inside air A C Air Conditioning This setting brings in outside air cools and dehumidifies it gt o Vad Bi Level This setting brings in outside air and blows it out through the floor ducts and the instrument panel vents If you move the temperature knob between hot and cold cooler air will come out of the upper vents while warmer air comes out of the floor ducts The air conditioning compressor may operate in this
108. be inspected at least twice a year for wear and cracking See Wiper Blade Check in the Index for more information To replace your windshield wiper blade inserts do the following 1 Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Pinch the two tabs on the wiper arm and slide the insert out of the blade 3 Slide the new one in place Make sure the tabs are locked into position See Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts in the Index for the proper type of replacement blade Tires Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer If you ever have questions e Underinflated tires pose the same danger about your tire warranty and where to obtain service as overloaded tires The resulting accident see your GMC Warranty booklet for details could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Worn old tires can cause accidents If your tread is badly worn or if your tires have been damaged replace them Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle i
109. body or wheels of the vehicle Petroleum based products may damage the paint finish and tires 6 62 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 Damage Any stone chips fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into a major repair expense Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch up materials available from your dealer or other service outlets Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer s body and paint shop Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed accelerated corrosion rust can occur on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and other debris can collect Dirt packed in closed areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weat
110. bracket is located at the rear of the seat cushion near the top rear of the seat leg for each outboard seating position of the second row For the third row an anchor bracket is located at the rear of the seat cushion near the top rear of the seat leg for the right outboard seating position If you have adjustable head restraints raise the head restraint and route the top strap under it Passenger Van Bench Seat Second row The third row has one anchor for the passenger side outboard position only Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position You 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 Tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed If the when and as the instructions say shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck 1 Put the restraint on the seat put it behind the child restraint 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 1 55 3 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 To tighten the belt pull up on the shoulder belt while you push down on the child restraint If y
111. ccurs first See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 14 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 7 15 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 33 000 Miles 55 000 km a ooo Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote
112. ce center do these jobs Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous In trying to do some jobs you can be seriously injured Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know how and the proper tools and equipment for the job If you have any doubt have a qualified technician do the work If you want to get the service information see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Part B Owner Checks and Services tells you what should be checked and when It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections explains important inspections that your dealer s service department or another qualified service center should perform Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants lists some recommended products necessary to help keep your vehicle properly maintained These products or their equivalents should be used whether you do the work yourself or have it done Part E Maintenance Record is a place for you to record and keep track of the maintenance performed on your vehicle Keep your maintenance receipts They may be needed to qualify your vehicle for warranty repairs Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition But we don t know exactly how you ll drive it You may drive very s
113. chedule 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 bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Don t overfill NOTICE We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON IIL because fluid with that label is made especially for your automatic transmission Damage caused by fluid other than DEXRON II is not covered by your new vehicle warranty After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place 6 25 Rear Axle When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface 6 26 If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant t
114. cheduled Maintenance 9 000 Miles 15 000 km a ooo Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 12 000 Miles 20 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service MILEAGE Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first ooo i See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 7 10 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant vel
115. ck to the current track if more than eight seconds have played Press the left arrow again to go to previous tracks Press the right arrow to go to the next higher track on the disc RANDOM Press P SCAN to enter the random play mode RANDOM will appear on the display While in this mode the tracks on the disc will be played in random order If you press SEEK PREV or NEXT while in the random mode the previous or next track will be scanned randomly Press P SCAN again to turn off RANDOM and return to normal operation RECALL Press this button to see what track is currently playing Press RECALL again within five seconds to see how long the track has been playing When a new track starts to play the track number will also appear Press RECALL a third time and the time of day will be displayed TAPE AUX With a disc loaded in the player and the radio playing press this button once to play the compact disc To return to playing the radio press AM FM EJECT Press this button on the remote player to eject a compact disc Theft Deterrent Feature If Equipped THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your radio It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever battery power is removed The THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used or ignored If ignored the system plays normally and the radio is not protected by the feature If THEFTLOCK is activated your radio will not operate if stolen When THE
116. cle there with only the accelerator pedal This could overheat and damage the transmission Use your brakes or shift into PARK P to hold your vehicle in position on a hill 2 25 Tow Haul Mode Button Parking Brake To set the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot If the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on G SARAKE MELEASE Your vehicle is equipped with a tow haul button The button is located on the end of the column shift lever You can use this feature to assist when towing or hauling a heavy load To select the tow haul mode press in the button The TOW HAUL light on the instrument panel cluster will come on To go back to normal operation press the button again The indicator light on the instrument panel cluster will go out See Tow Haul Mode in the Index for more information To release the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down Pull the brake release lever located on the lower left side of the steering column 2 26 hifting Into PARK P NOTICE Shifting Into P Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat You may have to replace them and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll
117. cle when it is supported only by a jack Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 5 26 7 Raise the vehicle by turning the ratchet clockwise Make sure the UP mark faces you Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the compact spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well 8 Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off _ _A 5 27 Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 10 Put on the compact spare tire Put the nuts on by hand Make sure the cone shaped end is toward the wheel Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub If a nut can t b
118. could cause the tires to slide You may not realize the surface is slippery until your vehicle is skidding Learn to recognize warning clues such as enough water ice or packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remember Any anti lock brake system ABS helps avoid only the braking skid 4 14 Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs with night vision problems or by fatigue Here are some tips on night driving Drive defensively Don t drink and drive e 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 Your headlamps can light up only so much road ahead Inremote areas watch for animals If you re tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also affect your night vision For example if you spend the day in bright sunshine you are
119. d This system displays the outside air temperature compass direction and trip information in the overhead console US MET United States Metric The US MET United States metric button allows you to switch the display between the English and metric system MODE The MODE button can be used to toggle between three modes of operation OFF COMP TEMP and TRIP COMP TEMP Compass Temperature This display provides the outside temperature and one of eight compass readings to indicate the direction the vehicle is facing Before you turn on the ignition and move the vehicle the temperature indicated will be the last outside temperature recorded with the ignition on If the outside temperature is 37 F 3 C or lower the display will toggle between the word ICE and the current temperature every eight seconds This is a warning to the driver that road conditions may be icy and that appropriate precautions should be taken The compass is self calibrating so it does not need to be manually set However if C Calibration is displayed the compass will need to be calibrated You may also place the compass in a noncalibrated mode by pressing and holding the MODE and US MET buttons simultaneously while in the COMP TEMP mode After about 10 seconds the compass will display C and you can release the buttons Drive the vehicle in a complete 360 circle three times at a speed of less than 5 mph 8 km h and the compass will function
120. d IMPORTANT KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED Protection Plan Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details 7 2 Introduction Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance procedures are important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition please maintain your vehicle properly Maintenance Requirements Maintenance intervals checks inspections and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow recommended maintenance may not be covered by warranty How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services explains what to have done and how often Some of these services can be complex so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment you should let your dealer s service department or another qualified servi
121. d disposal of oil products Used oil can be a threat to the environment If you change your own oil be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal Never dispose of oil by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Instead recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil ask your dealer a service station or a local recycling center for help 6 16 Engine Cover Removing the Engine Cover 1 Move both front seats as far back as they will go 2 Remove the instrument panel extension by removing 3 Remove the screws located near the top on each side the two nuts that secure it in place The nuts are of the extension Grasp the extension from both sides located at the bottom of the extension on the driver s and gently remove it and passenger s side corners 4 Disconnect the electrical connectors and set the 5 Grasp the top of the heater duct and pull down gently extension aside to remove it spt i a a j yn hi os 2 le eS i Loosen the two bolts on the engine cover The bolts are not supposed to come out of the cover only from the front of the dash When removing the cover be careful not to damage the instrument panel or the trim Disconnect the AM radio ground strap 8 Grasp the bottom of the cover and slide it rearward Then lift it up and out of the
122. d if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you Q What s wrong with this You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests The belt is over an armrest 1 23 Q What s wrong with this The shoulder belt is worn under the arm It should be worn over the shoulder at all times 1 24 You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen Q What s wrong with this You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it ca
123. d or abrasive cleaners furniture polish or shoe polish on leather Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned immediately If dirt is allowed to work into the finish it can harm the leather 6 58 Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge Commercial cleaners may affect the surface finish Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it may severely weaken them In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index NOTICE Don t use abrasive cleaners on glass because they may cause scratches Avoid placing decals on the inside rear window since they may have to be scraped off later If abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear window an electric defogger element may be damaged Any temporary license sh
124. day maximum may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle When your vehicle is unavailable due to overnight warranty repairs your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained at actual cost up to a maximum of 30 00 per day supported by receipts This requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and meet state local and rental vehicle provider requirements Requirements vary and may include minimum age requirements insurance coverage credit card etc You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes levies usage fees excessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair Generally it is not possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Program Information Courtesy Transportation is available during the Bumper to Bumper warranty coverage period but it is not part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Courtesy Transportation 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 Transp
125. decide which schedule to follow Scheduled Maintenance Short Trip City Definition Follow the Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle Most trips are less than 5 miles 8 km This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing Most trips include extensive idling such as frequent driving in stop and go traffic You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of your vehicle If the vehicle is used for delivery service police taxi or other commercial application One of the reasons you should follow this schedule if you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner Short Trip City Intervals Every 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or 3 months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or 3 months whichever occurs first Drive Axle Fluid Check Every 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection if driving in dusty conditions Front Wheel Bearing Repack 2WD only or at each brake relining whichever occurs first Automatic Transmission Service severe conditions only Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Engine Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Fuel Filter Replacement Every 50 000 Miles 83 000 km Automatic Transmission Service normal conditions Transfer Case F
126. department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick NOTICE Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts starting a fire Too little fluid could cause the transmission to overheat Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transmission fluid Wait at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you have been driving When outside temperatures are above 90 F 32 C Athigh speed for quite a while In heavy traffic especially in hot weather While pulling a trailer To get the right reading the fluid should be at normal operating temperature which is 180 F to 200 F 82 C to 93 C Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C If it s colder than 50 F 10 C drive the vehicle in THIRD 3 until the engine temperature gage moves and then remains steady for 10 minutes A cold fluid check can be made after the vehicle has been sitting for eight hours or more with the engine off but this is used only as a reference Let the engine run at idle for five minutes if outside temperatures are 50 F 10 C or more If it s colder than 50 F 10 C you may have to idle the engine longer Should the fluid level be
127. e Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 93 000 Miles 155 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service MILEAGE Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first i i See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 7 28 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 96 000 Miles 160 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 99 000 Miles 165 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first
128. e size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and you could have a crash Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels It s all right to drive with your compact spare though It was developed for use on your vehicle If you use bias ply tires on your vehicle the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving A tire and or wheel could fail suddenly causing a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle 6 51 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires The Uniform Tire Quality Grading system does not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires tires
129. e rear of the vehicle The rear heating vents are located next to the second and third seat on the driver s side of the vehicle near the floor You can move the vents to direct the flow of air or close the vents altogether When you close a vent it will increase the flow of air coming out of any vents that are open Ventilation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows When you enter a vehicle in cold weather turn the fan to HI for a few moments before driving off This helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your windows Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle 3 9 Audio Systems Your audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure You 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 went into it Setting the Clock for Systems with the Set Button Press SET Within five seconds press and hold the right SEEK arrow until the correct minute appears on the display Press and hold the left SEEK arrow until the correct hou
130. e turned by hand use the extension and see your dealer as soon as possible 1 1 Lower the vehicle by turning the ratchet counterclockwise Lower the jack completely 5 28 12 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown Turn the ratchet clockwise with the UP mark facing you Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 lb ft 140 N m NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification 13 Remove the wheel blocks NOTICE Wheel covers won t fit on your compact spare If you try to put a wheel cover on your compact spare you could damage the cover or the spare 5 29 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 1 2 Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Put the flat tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve st
131. ear A C 3 0 Ibs 1 36 kg Use Refrigerant Oil R134a Systems 6 74 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest information available at the time of printing and are subject to change If a part listed in this manual is not the same as the part used in your vehicle when it was built or if you have any questions please contact your GM truck dealer Engine Oil Filter 0 04 PF47 Engine Air Cleaner Filter A1163C Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV Valve acccecntioure cs peepee CV769C Spark Plugs 0 0 0 00000 41 932 Spark Plug Gap 0 060 inches 1 52 mm Fuel Filter 22 lt c6 recetna peek eee eae GF481 Wiper Blades Front Trico 22110158 Pin Type 18 inches 45 7 cm Length Wiper Blade Rear Trico 22154396 Pin Type 14 inches 35 5 cm Length ACDelco part number Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle Your vehicle needs these services to retain its safety dependability and emission control performance 7 2 Introduction 71 44 7 4 Part A Scheduled Maintenance Services 7 48 7 8 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 7 50 7 31 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7 52 Part B Owner Checks and Services Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections Part D Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Part E Maintenance Recor
132. eatback reclined if your vehicle is moving Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous Even if you buckle up your safety belts can t do their job when you re reclined like this The shoulder belt can t do its job because it won t be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly Head Restraints Head restraints are fixed on some models and adjustable on others Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash Seatback Latches The seatback lever is located on the right rear of your seat To fold your non touring bench seatback forward pull up on the latch release lever while pulling the O seatback toward the rear of the vehicle RELEASE After the latch has been released push the seatback toward the front of the vehicle until it locks into place To raise the seatback unlock the seatback latch by pushing up on the lever while pushing down on the
133. ed as soon as possible Brake System Warning Light When the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on when you set your parking brake The light will stay on if your parking brake doesn t release fully If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released it means you have a brake problem Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part isn t working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there could be a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away 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 BRAKE If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See Towing Your Vehicle in the Index Your brake system may not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident If the light is still on after you ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the ant
134. ed too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive or to a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t connect positive to negative or you ll get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too And don t connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks 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 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 Now connect the black 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run negative cable to the the engine for a while negative terminal of 11 the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service NOTICE Damage to your vehicle may result from electrical shorting if jumper cables are removed incorrectly To prevent electrical shorting ta
135. ee Seats in the Index 2 Put the restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child s face or neck put it behind the child restraint 1 60 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the lap belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 6 To tighten the belt feed the lap belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint You may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 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 1 62 Q What is the proper way to wear safety belts A If possible an older child
136. ehicle s air conditioning open the windows to clear the vehicle of hot air This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work at its best You can use MAX A C with the temperature knob in the blue area when it s really hot outside and you need to cool the inside air quickly MAX A C lets in only a little air from the outside If you first use MAX A C you can then use A C with the temperature knob in the blue area as soon as the vehicle has cooled down so outside air will be going through your vehicle If your vehicle has rear air conditioning setting it on LOW may enhance the front air conditioning performance by allowing trapped refrigerant in the rear lines to circulate The rear air conditioning system will only send cooled air if the front system is on It can still be used to circulate air even if the front system is off When the air conditioning defrost or blend is on you may notice a slight increase or decrease in engine speed due to compressor operation This is normal because the system is designed to cycle the compressor on and off to maintain the desired temperature 3 6 Heating On cold days use the floor setting with the temperature knob in the red area Outside air will be brought in through the floor ducts The heater works best if you keep your windows closed while using it If you use the optional engine coolant heater before
137. em pointed down Tilt the retainer plate downward and through the wheel opening Make sure it is fully seated across the underside of the wheel Attach the ratchet with the UP side facing you to the extension 5 30 Put the flat end of the extension on an angle through the hole in the rear door frame above the bumper Keep turning the ratchet until you feel at least two clicks when the tire is up all the way The compact spare is for temporary use only Replace the compact spare tire with a full size tire as soon as you can See Compact Spare Tire in the Index See the storage instructions label to restore your compact spare properly Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle Continue turning the ratchet wheel wrench until the tire is secure and the cable is tight The spare tire hoist cannot be overtightened l PUSH amp PULL C A ROTATE ee 5 Make sure the tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If the tire moves use the ratchet wheel wrench to tighten the cable Return the jacking equipment to its proper location Compact Spare Tire Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new it can lose air after a time Check the inflation pressure regularly It should be 60 psi 420 kPa After installing the compact spare on your vehicle you should stop as soon as possible and make
138. en and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide 1 45 Newborn infants need complete support including support for the head and neck This is necessary because a newborn infant s neck is weak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints However infants who should be restrained in a rear facing child restraint cannot ride safely in this vehicle 1 46 The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A young child s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Instead it may settle up around the child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that s unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints 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
139. en Sensors Camshaft Position Sensor Mass Air Flow Sensor Evaporative Emission Canister Vent Solenoid A C Enable Relay Coil Fuel Injectors 1 6 Crankshaft Position Sensor VCM Coil Driver Module EST Ignition Coil Not Used Right Headlamp Left Headlamp Not Used Not Used 6 71 Fuse Circuit Usage Replacement Bulbs Break domed Halogen Headlamps 2 H6054 DIODE 1 AIC Sealed Beam Blank Not Usen Halogen Headlamps 2 9006 Blank Not Used Composite Low Beam Blank Not Used Halogen Headlamps 2 9005 LIGHTING Courtesy Fuse Pwr Adj Mirrors Composite High Beam Fuse TBC Battery Fuse Parking Turn Signal Lamps 2 3157NA BATT Power ACCY CB Stop Hazard Rear Stoplamps 2 2057 Fuse Auxiliary Power Fuse a Cigarette Lighter Fuse Sidemarker Lamps 4 194 Radio Battery Fuse Back Up Lamps 2 1156 IGNA Starter Relay Ignition Switch B eee ia IGNB Ignition Switch or any bulb not listed here contact your dealer ABS Electronic Brake Control Module Blank Not Used RAP Radio Accy Power Windows HTD MIR Rear Window Defogger RR DEFOG HVAC Control Head 6 72 Capacities and Specifications All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level or as recommended in this manual English and metric conversions are given See refrigerant charge label under the hood for charge capacity information and requirements Please refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index for more information
140. ent Programming the Transmitter Do not use the HomeLink Transmitter with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse feature This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 Be sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door you are programming It is recommended that a new battery be installed in your hand held transmitter for quicker and more accurate transmission of the radio frequency Your vehicle s engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter Follow these steps to program up to three channels 1 Decide which one of the three channels one of the HomeLink buttons you want to program 2 Press and hold the desired button on HomeLink through step 3 2 57 3 When the HomeLink indicator light begins to blink slowly this may take up to 30 seconds hold the hand held transmitter about 1 to 3 inches 3 to 8 cm away from HomeLink and then press and hold the transmit button on the hand held transmitter Continue to hold both buttons until the indicator light on HomeLink begins to flash rapidly this may take up to 90 seconds If you have trouble programming the 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
141. ent directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger 15g Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag If your vehicle is a passenger van always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat If your vehicle is a cargo van do not use a rear facing child restraint in this vehicle Your vehicle has a front passenger air bag Never put a If a forward facing child restraint is suitable rear facing child restraint in this seat Here s why for your child always move the passenger seat as far back as it will go Although a rear seat is a safer place you can secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat 1 59 You 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 Because your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint S
142. er rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 81 000 Miles 135 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 5 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 84 000 Miles 140 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 87 000 Miles 145 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 7 26 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs fi
143. er Enable Relay License Plate Lamp Taillamps Parking Lamps Ashtray Lamp Panel Lights Trailer Taillamps Front and Rear Sidemarker Lamps Door Switch Illumination Headlamp Switch Illumination Rear Seat Audio Illumination TBC Module Fuse Circuit Breaker 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Usage Air Bag System Not Used L M1 M2 Blower Motor Rear A C Relay Coil Front Cont Temp Door Motor HI Blower Relay Defogger Timer Coil Cigarette Lighter Door Lock Switches Dutch Door Release Module Cluster Illum HVAC Controls Chime Module Radio Illumination Rear Heat Switch Illumination Rear Wiper Washer Switch Illumination Rear Liftgate Switch Illumination Remote Cassette Illumination O H Console TBC Illumination TBC Module Headlamp Relay Front Turn Signals Rear Turn Signals Trailer Turn Signals Back Up Lamps BTSI Solenoid Fuse Circuit Breaker 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Usage Front Wipers Front Washer Pump VCM Ign 3 VCM Brake Cruise Stepper Motor Signal ATC Module Instrument Panel Radio ATC Main Feed 2000 Series Standby PRNDL Odometer TCC Enable and PWM Solenoid Shift A and Shift B Solenoids 3 2 Downshift Solenoid Instrument Panel Cluster VCM Module Pwr Adj Mirrors Not Used Rear Wiper Rear Washer Pump Not Used Circuit Breaker Power Door Lock Relay 6 Way Power Seats Circuit Breaker Power Windows 6 69 Underhood Fuse Block The unde
144. er is in the previous mode If this pushbutton is pressed additional times or held the radio will go to the displayed number of previous selections up to 9 SEEK and a negative number will appear on the display Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for previous to work The sound will mute while seeking 3 23 2 NEXT Press this pushbutton to go to the next selection on the tape If you press the pushbutton more than once the player will continue moving forward through the tape SEEK and a positive number will appear on the display Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for next to work The sound will mute while seeking 3 REV Reverse Press this pushbutton to reverse the tape rapidly Press it again to return to playing speed The radio will play the last selected station while the tape reverses The station frequency and REV will appear on the display You may select stations during reverse operation by using the TUNE DISP and SEEK 4 FWD Forward Press this pushbutton to advance quickly to another part of the tape Press this pushbutton again to return to playing speed The radio will play the last selected station while the tape advances The station frequency and FWD will appear on the display You may select stations during forward operation by using TUNE and SEEK 5 SIDE Press this pushbutton to play the other side of the tape 6 DO Dolb
145. er will appear on the display If you hold this pushbutton or press it more than once the player will continue moving back through the disc The sound will mute while seeking 2 NEXT Press this pushbutton to go to the next track TRACK and the track number will appear on the display If you hold this pushbutton or press it more than once the player will continue moving forward through the disc The sound will mute while seeking 3 25 3 REV Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to reverse quickly within a track Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to reverse at six times the normal playing speed Press and hold it for more than two seconds to reverse at 17 times the normal playing speed Release it to play the passage The display will show ET and the elapsed time 4 FWD Forward Press and hold this pushbutton to advance quickly within a track Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to advance at six times the normal playing speed Press and hold it for more than two seconds to advance at 17 times the normal playing speed Release it to play the passage The display will show ET and the elapsed time 6 RDM Random Press this pushbutton to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order RDM ON will appear on the display RDM T and the track number will appear on the display when each track starts to play Press this pushbutton again to turn off random play RDM OFF will appear o
146. erly Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up See Safety Belt Reminder Light in the Index 1 13 In most states and Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here s why They work You never know if you ll be in a crash If you do have acrash you don t know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot 1 14 Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a seat on wheels Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop The person keeps going until stopped by something or the instrument panel In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That s why safety belts make such good sense Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts and the Answers Q A Wo
147. eter Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour mph and kilometers per hour km h Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven in either miles used in the United States or kilometers used in Canada Your odometer is tamper resistant The digital odometer will read 999 999 if someone tries to turn it back You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer then it must be But if it can t then it s set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero The trip odometer will appear in place of your regular odometer when you press the TRIP button To reset the trip odometer press and hold the TRIP button To change back to the regular odometer press the TRIP button again Warning Lights Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle The pictures will help you to locate them Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury Warning lights come on when there
148. every 3 months whichever occurs first ooo i See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 7 22 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 69 000 Miles 115 000 km a Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 72 000 Miles 120 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service MILEAGE g Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first ooo i See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote i Y Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 75 000 Miles 125 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Ser
149. evious 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 return to normal play 3 NEXT Press this pushbutton to search for the next track If you hold this pushbutton or press it more than once the disc will advance further The next track number will appear on the display Sound is muted in this mode REV 4 Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to return rapidly to a favorite passage You will hear the disc play at high speed while you press this pushbutton This allows you to listen and find out when the disc is at the desired passage Release this pushbutton to resume playing FWD 6 Forward Press and hold this pushbutton to advance rapidly within a track You will hear the disc play at high speed while you press this pushbutton This allows you to listen and find out when the disc is at the desired passage Release this pushbutton to resume playing 3 16 lt SEEK D The right arrow is the same as NEXT and a the left arrow is the same as PREV If the right or left arrow is held or pressed more than once the player will continue moving forward or backward through the disc RECALL Press this button to see what track is playing Press it again within five seconds to see how long the CD has been pl
150. f you have power windows the controls are located on each of the front doors The driver s door also has a switch for the front passenger window Your power windows will not work unless the ignition is in RUN or ACCESSORY or unless retained accessory power is active See Retained Accessory Power in the Index Express Down Window The driver s window switch also has an express down feature that allows you to lower the window without holding the switch Press the down arrow on the driver s window switch marked AUTO briefly to activate the express down feature The express down feature can be interrupted at any time by pressing the up arrow end of the switch Lightly tap the switch to open the window slightly Keys Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons 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 This vehicle has one double sided key for the ignition and door locks It will fit with either side up When a new vehicle is delivered the dealer provides the owner with a pair of identical keys and a bar coded tag The bar coded tag has a code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys Keep this tag in a safe place If you lose your keys you ll be able to have new ones made easily using
151. face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing Drive ahead Look down the road to the sides and to crossroads for situations that might affect your passing patterns If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass wait for a better time Watch for traffic signs pavement markings and lines If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection delay your pass A broken center line usually indicates it s all right to pass providing the road ahead is clear Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic 4 12 Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you re awaiting an opportunity For one thing following too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you re following a larger vehicle Also you won t have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops Keep back a reasonable distance When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and don t get too close Time your move so you will be increasing speed as the time comes to move into the other lane If the way is clear to pass you will have a running start that more than makes up for the distance you would lose by dropping back And if something happens to cause you to cancel your pa
152. for the first 200 miles 322 km or so During this time your new brake linings aren t yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Don t tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer in the Index for more information Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition you can turn it to five different positions NOTICE Don t operate accessories in the ACCESSORY position for long periods of time Prolonged operation of accessories in the ACCESSORY position could drain your battery and prevent you from starting your vehicle B LOCK This position locks your ignition steering wheel and transmission It s a theft deterrent feature You will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK A ACCESSORY This position lets you use things like the radio power windows and windshield wipers when the engine is off To get into ACCESSORY push in the key and turn it toward you Your steering wheel will remain locked just as it was before you inserted the key NOTICE If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can t turn it be sure you are using the correct key if so is it all the way in If it is then turn the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard Turn the key only with your hand Using a tool to force it could break the key or the igni
153. ft to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE or DRIVE D If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s still no sign of steam push down the accelerator until the engine speed is about twice as fast as normal idle speed for at least three minutes while you re parked If you still have the warning turn off the engine and get everyone out of the vehicle until it cools down You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away Cooling System When you decide it s safe to lift the hood here s what you ll see A Coolant Recovery Tank B Radiator Pressure Cap C Engine Cooling Fan 5 10 If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface The coolant level should be at the ADD mark DEX COOL If it isn t you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Don t touch them If you do you can be burned Don t run the engine if there is a leak If you run
154. g brake s holding ability Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission f f PARK P Mechanism Check To check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Underbody Flushing Service When you are doing this check your vehicle could begin to move You or others could be At least every spring use plain water to flush any HA corrosive materials from the underbody Take care to injured and property could be damaged Make clean thoroughly any areas where mud and other debris sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case can collect it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move 7 47 Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year for instance each spring and fall You should let your dealer s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a service manual See Service and Owner Publications in the Index 7 48 Steering Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts signs of wear or lack of lubrication Inspect the power stee
155. g may not work properly You may have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module and the instrument panel for the right front passenger s air bag Do not open or break the air bag coverings Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Air bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle You don t want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag system To purchase a service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index For up to 10 minutes after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected an air bag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an air bag when it inflates Avoid wires wrapped with yellow tape or yellow connectors They are probably part of the air bag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so The air bag system does not need regular maintenance 1 33 Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Q If I add a push bumper or a bicycle rack to the front of my vehicle will it keep the air bags from working properly A As long as the push bumper or bicycle rack is attached to your vehicle so that the vehicle s basic st
156. hat will burn onto a hot engine 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release To open the hood do the following 1 Pull the handle located inside the vehicle on the lower driver s side of the kick panel 3 Lift the hood release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood 6 10 Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop and remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood Return the prop to its retainer Then just pull the hood down and close it firmly Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood this is what you will see A Windshield Washer Fluid D Transmission Dipstick G Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir B Engine Coolant E Engine Air Cleaner Filter H Power Steering Fluid Reservoir C Engine Oil Dipstick F Engine Oil Fill I Battery 6 11 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It s a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground 6 12 The engine oil dipstick has a yellow ring and is located near the center of the engine compartment See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil d
157. he cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Brake Wear NOTICE Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes o Using the wrong fluid can badly damage 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 brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they ll have to be replaced Don t let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If you spill brake fluid on your vehicle s painted surfaces the paint finish can be damaged Be careful not to spill brake fluid on your vehicle If you do wash it off immediately See Appearance Care in the Index The brake wear warning sound means that soon your brakes won t work well That could lead to an accident When you hear the brake wear warning sound have your vehicle serviced NOTICE Continuing to drive with worn out brake pads could result in costly brake repair 6 37 Some driving conditions or climates may cause a b
158. he left speakers To adjust the fade to the front and rear speakers push and release the AUDIO knob until FADE appears on the display Turn the knob clockwise to move the sound to the front speakers and counterclockwise to move the sound to the rear speakers To adjust the balance and fade to the middle position push the AUDIO knob then push it again and hold it until the radio produces one beep The balance and fade will be adjusted to the middle position and the display will show the speaker balance To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position push and hold the AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker control is displayed The radio will produce one beep and display ALL with the level display in the middle position 3 20 Using RDS Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System RDS RDS is a system that receives data along with the audio of the FM station you are currently tuned to You can use RDS to display program information and to control your radio With RDS the radio can do the following Seek only to stations with the types of programs you want to listen to seek to stations with traffic announcements receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies and receive and display messages from radio stations RDS features are only available on FM stations that broadcast RDS information The RDS features of your radio rely on receiving specific RDS information from the
159. her and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne pollutants can fall upon and attack painted surfaces on your vehicle This damage can take two forms blotchy ringlet shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface Although no defect in the paint job causes this GM will repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km of purchase whichever occurs first 6 63 GM Vehicle Care Appearance Materials PARTNUMBER SIZE DESCRIPTION 994954 Polishing Cloth Wax Treated 1050172 Tar and Road Oil Remover 1050173 Chrome Cleaner and Polish 1050174 White Sidewall Tire Cleaner 1050214 Vinyl Cleaner 1050427 Glass Cleaner 1052929 16 oz 0 473 L Chrome and Wire Removes dirt and grime from chrome wheels and Wheel Cleaner wire wheel covers 12377964 16 oz 0 473 L Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on wipe off 12377965 16 oz 0 473 L Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination 12377966 16 oz 0 473 L Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and oxidation and protects finish Foaming Tire Cleans shines and protects in one easy step 12318188 1502 0ML Shine Low Gloss No wiping necessary Medium foaming shampoo Cleans and lightly waxes 123 8401 160z 0 473 L Wash Wax Concentrate Biodegradable and p
160. her fluid fill 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 Open the cap with the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full 6 34 NOTICE When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Don t mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water doesn t clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it s very cold This allows for expansion if freezing occurs which could damage the tank if it is completely full Don t use engine coolant antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for the location of the reservoir There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down The first is that the brake fluid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lining wear When new linings are put in the fluid level goes back up The other reason is that fluid is leaking out of the brake system If it is you should have your brake system fixed since a leak
161. highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel balancing are not needed However if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other the alignment may need to be reset If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road your wheels may need to be rebalanced 6 53 Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corroded If wheel nut
162. hild restraint instructions are important so if they are not available obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer Where to Put the Restraint Except Cargo Vans Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat General Motors therefore recommends that child restraints be secured in a rear seat including an infant riding in a rear facing infant seat a child riding in a forward facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat Never put a rear facing child restraint in the front passenger seat Here s why A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Always secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat CAUTION Continued You may secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat but before you do always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It s better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it 1 51 Where to Pu
163. hort distances only a few times a week Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot dusty weather You may use your vehicle in making deliveries Or you may drive it to work to do errands or in many other ways Because of all the different ways people use their vehicles maintenance needs vary You may need more frequent checks and replacements So please read the following and note how you drive If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your dealer This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when you should schedule them If you go to your dealer for your service needs you ll know that GM trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle These schedules are for vehicles that carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits You will find these limits on your vehicle s Certification Tire label See Loading Your Vehicle in the Index are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits use the recommended fuel See Fuel in the Index Selecting the Right Schedule First you ll need to decide which of the two schedules is right for your vehicle Here s how to
164. hosphate free 12378488 8 oz 0 237 L Spot Lifter Quickly and easily removes spots and stains from carpets vinyl and cloth upholstery See your General Motors parts department for these products See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index 6 64 Vehicle Identification Number VIN SAMPLE4UX1M072675 au This is the legal identifier for your vehicle It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel on the driver s side You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You ll find this label on the inside of the rear edge of the passenger s door It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is your VIN the model designation paint information and e a list of all production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle 6 65 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 warr
165. i lock brake system this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds That s normal If the light stays on or comes on when you re driving your vehicle needs service If the regular brake system warning light isn t on you still have brakes but you don t have anti lock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is also on you don t have anti lock brakes and there s a problem with your regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light earlier in this section The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem 2 67 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature If the gage pointer moves to the red area your engine is too hot It means that your engine coolant has overheated If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions you should pull off the road stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible See Engine Overheating in the Index 2 68 Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada SERVICE ENGINE K SOON CHECK United States Canada Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems
166. if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck reinstall the pressure cap Be sure the arrow on the pressure cap lines up like this Engine Fan Noise This vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan When the clutch is engaged the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine In most everyday driving conditions the clutch is not fully engaged This improves fuel economy and reduces fan noise Under heavy vehicle loading trailer towing and or high outside temperatures the fan speed increases when the clutch engages So you may hear an increase in fan noise This is normal and should not be mistaken as the transmission slipping or making extra shifts It is merely the cooling system functioning properly The fan will slow down when additional cooling is not required and the clutch disengages You may also hear this fan noise when you start the engine It will go away as the fan clutch disengages If a Tire Goes Flat It s unusual for a tire to blow out while you re driving especially if you maintain your tires properly If air goes out of a tire it s much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position and then gently
167. il which does not carry this starburst symbol HOT FOR THIS WEATHER SYMBOL If you change your own oil be sure you use oil that has the starburst symbol on the front of the oil container If you have your oil changed for you be sure the oil put into your engine is American Petroleum Institute certified for gasoline engines atari You should also use the proper viscosity oil for your SAE 5W 30 vehicle as shown in the following chart PREFERRED COLD WEATHER DO NOT USE SAE 20W 50 OR ANY OTHER GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED 6 14 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 Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by your warranty GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle If you are in an area where the temperature falls below 20 F 29 C consider using either an SAE SW 30 synthetic oil or an SAE OW 30 oil Both will provide easier cold starting and better protection for your engine at extremely low temperatures Engine Oil Additives Don t add anything to your oil The recommended oils with the starburst symbol
168. ill reach only about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing the sound to come and go Tips About Your Audio System Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it To help avoid hearing loss or damage do the following 1 Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting 2 Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly 3 34 NOTICE Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio be sure you can add what you want If you can it s very important to do it properly Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle s engine Delphi Electronics radio or other systems and even damage them Your vehicle s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly So before adding sound equipment check with your dealer and be sure to check federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism Cassette tapes should be
169. in a seat that has a lap belt if your vehicle has one 1 63 1 64 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 Wherever the child sits the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt isn t long enough to fasten your dealer will order you an extender It s free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you The extender will be just for you and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose Don t let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing it
170. ine is running If it stays on or comes on while you are driving you may have a problem with the electrical charging system It could indicate that you have a loose accessory drive belt or another electrical problem Have it checked right away Driving while this light is on could drain your battery If you must drive a short distance with the light on be certain to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and heater air conditioner 2 65 Voltmeter When your engine is not running but the ignition is on in the RUN position the gage shows your battery s state of charge in DC volts When the engine is running the gage shows the condition of the charging system Readings between the low and high warning zones indicate the normal operating range Readings in the low warning zone 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 as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to create maximum power 2 66 You can only drive for a short time with the readings in either warning zone If you must drive turn off all unnecessary accessories Readings in either warning zone indicate a possible problem in the electrical system Have the vehicle servic
171. int in the direction you want Installing a Garage Door Opener If you have a garage door opener the front overhead compartment can be used to conveniently store the opener 1 To install the garage door opener first open the compartment door by pressing the latch forward 2 Peel the protective backing from the hook and loop patch 3 Press it firmly to the back of your garage door opener as close to the center of the opener as possible 4 Center the garage door opener activation button over the console door button and press the opener firmly into place 2 49 The pegs inside the compartment door are used to make sure the button on the compartment door will contact the control button on the garage door opener 5 Add one peg at a time until the garage door opener operates with the compartment door closed when you press the button 2 50 6 Now with the compartment door closed press the button again to make sure the garage door opener operates properly With the garage door opener positioned properly and the right number of pegs in place you should only have to press the button slightly to operate the opener Adjust the position of the garage door opener and add or remove pegs as needed until the opener operates properly Your vehicle may be equipped with a HomeLink Transmitter For more information see HomeLink Transmitter in the Index Driver Information System If Equippe
172. ion before and during a crash Always wear your safety belt even with air bags The driver should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle 1 28 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 Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see the part of this manual called Children AIR O BAG A United States Canada There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows AIR BAG or the air bag symbol The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light in the Index for more information How the Air Bag System Works Where are the air bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel 1 29 If something is between an occupant and an air bag the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear Don t put anything between an occupant and an air bag and don t
173. ional information See footnote 7 33 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km 7 34 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service 37 500 Miles 62 50
174. ipstick 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 AAAA When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD line then you ll need The engine oil fill cap is located on the valve cover in to add at least one quart of oil But you must use the the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the right kind This part explains what kind of oil to use vehicle Your vehicle may have a cap with text and a For engine oil crankcase capacity see Capacities and graphic or just a graphic as shown above See Engine Specifications in the Index Compartment Overview in the Index for more information on location Be sure to fill it enough to put the level somewhere in NOTICE the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you re through Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged 6 13 TEE tl Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING SELECT THE LOWEST looking for the starburst symbol SAE VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API Do not use any o
175. it Lighting With exit lighting the interior lamps will come on when you remove the key from the ignition The lights will not come on if the DOME OVERRIDE button is pressed in Illuminated Entry Your vehicle is equipped with an illuminated entry feature When a door is opened the dome lamps will come on if the DOME OVERRIDE button is in the out position When all the doors are closed the lamps will stay on for a short period of time and will then go out If the DOME OVERRIDE button is pressed in the lamps will not come on 2 43 Dome Lamps The dome lamps will come on when you open a door except with the liftgate glass if equipped You can also turn the dome lamps on by turning the thumbwheel located next to the exterior lamp control all the way up In this position the dome lamps will remain on whether a door is opened or closed You can use the DOME OVERRIDE button located near the exterior lamp control to set the dome lamps to come on automatically when a door is opened or to remain off To turn the lamps off press the button into the in position the dome lamps will remain off when a door is open To return the lamps to automatic operation press the button again and return it to the out position With the button in this position the dome lamps will come on when you open a door 2 44 Battery Run Down Protection This feature shuts off the dome courtesy vanity reading and glove box lights if they
176. ivers behind you are seeing your signal when they are not It s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working 4 40 Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well You can tow in DRIVE D You 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 See Tow 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 altitude on steep uphill grades your vehicle may show signs similar to engine overheating To avoid this let the engine run while parked preferably on level ground with the automatic transmission in PARK P for a few minutes before turning the engine off If you do get the overheat warning see Engine Overheating in the Index Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill he
177. ization that you selected will also be automatically selected for that pushbutton 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Treble AUDIO Press and release the AUDIO knob until BASS or TREB appears on the display Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease The display will show the bass or treble level If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble To adjust the bass and treble to the middle position push and hold the AUDIO knob The radio will produce one beep and adjust the display level to the middle position To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position push and hold the AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker control is displayed The radio will produce one beep and display ALL with the level display in the middle position AUTO TONE This feature allows you to choose bass and treble equalization settings designed for country western jazz talk pop rock and classical stations Each time you press the AUTO TONE button this feature will switch to one of these program types To return the bass and treble to the manual mode press and release the AUDIO knob 3 19 Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance to the right and left speakers push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display Turn the knob clockwise to move the sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise to move the sound to t
178. ke The other end of the negative cable does not go to care that the cables don t touch each other or any the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal other metal The repairs wouldn t be covered by engine part or to a remote negative terminal on your warranty the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less Jumper Cable Removal A Heavy Unpainted Metal Engine Part B Good Battery C Dead Battery To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle Towing Your Vehicle 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 Vehicle Towing in the Index Engine Overheating You will find an engine coolan
179. know that your radio is secure The LED indicator by the volume knob will begin flashing when the ignition is turned off Unlocking the Theft Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition on LOC will appear on the display 2 Press MN and 000 will appear on the display 3 Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code 3 32 4 Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code 5 Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down The display will show SEC indicating the radio is now operable and secure If you enter the wrong code eight times INOP will appear on the display You will have to wait an hour with the ignition on before you can try again When you try again you will only have three chances to enter the correct code before INOP appears If you lose or forget your code contact your dealer Disabling the Theft Deterrent Feature Enter your secret code as follows pause no more than 15 seconds between steps 1 Turn the ignition to ACCESSORY or RUN 2 Turn the radio off 3 Press the and 4 pushbuttons at the same time Hold them down until SEC shows on the display 4 Press MN and 000 will appear on the display 5 Press MN again to make the last two digits agree with your code 6 Press HR to make the first one or two digit
180. lains the air bag system Your vehicle has air bags one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating air bag But these air bags must inflate very quickly to do their job and comply with federal regulations Here are the most important things to know about the air bag system You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you aren t wearing your safety belt even if you have air bags Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it Air bags are designed to work with safety belts but don t replace them Air bags are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle hits something They aren t designed to inflate at all in rollover rear or low speed frontal crashes or in many side crashes And for some unrestrained occupants air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful air bags have provided in the past Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there s an air bag for that person 1 27 Air bags inflate with great force faster than the blink of an eye If you re too close to an inflating air bag as you would be if you were leaning forward it could seriously injure you Safety belts help keep you in posit
181. le press the button located between the beverage holders Sit in the center seating position only when the console is in an upright and locked position For details about headrests see Head Restraints in this section To adjust your seatback pull up on the lever located on the outboard side of the seat cushion If you have a safety belt guide on your seat pull the safety belt all the way out through the guide Removing the Rear Seats To remove the rear seats do the following 1 If you are removing the center seat remove the TO DETACH right lap shoulder belt BELT FOR To do this press the tip SEAT REMOVAL of a key into the release hole of the safety belt attachment while pulling INSERT KEY up on the safety belt INTO HOLE i AND PUSH 3 To store the safety belt while the second row bench seat is removed pull the belt out and put both buckles in the passenger s side rear storage bin Route the belt out of the forward edge of the storage bin Close the cover to retain the belt 4 Pull up on the seatback latch on the right rear of the seat Push the seatback down until it locks into place 5 Lift up on the left and the right seat release levers at 6 Lift up on the rear of the seat to remove the seat the same time The latches are near the floor on the assembly from the rear latch pins Then pull back rear legs of the seat and lift the seat out of the vehicle Your seat
182. lership name and location Vehicle delivery date and present mileage When contacting GMC please remember that your concern will likely be resolved at a dealer s facility That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern STEP THREE Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle However if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you should file with the GM BBB Auto Line Program to enforce any additional rights you may have Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you You may contact the BBB using the toll free telephone number or write them at the following address BBB Auto Line Council of Better Business Bureaus Inc
183. 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 of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for service To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming allowing your emission control system to work properly You should not have to add anything to your fuel Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to contribute to clean air General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines particularly if they comply with the specifications described earlier NOTICE Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Don t use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber parts That damage wouldn t be covered under your warranty 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 a
184. low down Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed Of course the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions Under less favorable conditions you ll want to go slower If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve do it before you enter the curve while your front wheels are straight ahead Try to adjust your speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway 4 10 Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking For example you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you You can avoid these problems by braking if you can stop in time But sometimes you can t there isn t room That s the time for evasive action steering around the problem Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes See Braking in Emergencies earlier in this section It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at
185. luid Change Every 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection 7 5 Scheduled Maintenance Short Trip City Intervals Every 100 000 Miles 166 000 km Spark Plug Wire Inspection Spark Plug Replacement Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV Valve Inspection Every 150 000 Miles 240 000 km Cooling System Service or every 60 months whichever occurs first These intervals only summarize maintenance services Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages 7 6 Long Trip Highway Definition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance are true Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used for trailer towing driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads Use the Short Trip City schedule for these conditions Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions will cause engine oil to break down slower Scheduled Maintenance Long Trip Highway Intervals Every 7 500 Miles 12 500 km Engine Oil and Filter Change or every 12 months whichever occurs first Chassis Lubrication or every 12 months whichever occurs first Drive Axle Fluid Check Tire Rotation Every 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Automatic Transmission Service severe conditions only Every 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Fuel Filter Replacement Engine Air Cleaner Filter Replacement Front Wheel Bearing Repack
186. m add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOL extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating in the Index A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C Protect against rust and corrosion Help keep the proper engine temperature Let the warning lights and gages work as they should NOTICE When adding coolant it is important that you use only DEX COOL silicate free coolant If coolant other than DEX COOL is added to the system premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion may result In addition the engine coolant will require change sooner at 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Damage caused by the use of coolant other than DEX COOL is not covered by your new vehicle warranty 6 29
187. m 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 If you need a new fuel cap be sure to get the right type Your dealer can get one for you If you get the wrong type it may not fit properly This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and may damage your fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index Filling a Portable Fuel Container Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others Dispense gasoline only into approved containers Do not fill a container while it is inside a vehicle in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Don t smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things t
188. m the side wall and down to release the tabs securing the top of the cover Remove the wheel blocks by turning the top nut counterclockwise Remove the nut and washer then pull the wheel blocks off the bolt Push down on the bolt and remove the hooked end from the slot Slide the jack toward the front of the vehicle and lift it from the mounting Remove the extension and the ratchet from the pouch The ratchet has an UP side It also has a DOWN side Your compact spare tire is stored underneath the rear of your vehicle You will use the ratchet and extension to lower the compact spare tire 4 Attach the ratchet with the DOWN side facing you to the extension The extension has a socket end and a flat chisel end 5 20 When the tire has been lowered tilt the retainer plate at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening 5 Put the flat end of the extension on an angle through the hole in the rear door frame above the bumper Be sure the flat end connects into the hoist shaft 8 Pull the tire out from under the vehicle NOTICE To help avoid vehicle damage do not drive the 6 Turn the ratchet counterclockwise to lower the vehicle before the cable is restored compact spare tire to the ground Keep turning the ratchet until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle 5 21 The tools you ll be using include the jack A wheel blocks B exte
189. may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions As you will see in the details on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle 2 63 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 Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous So please get to know your warning lights and gages They re a big help Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START a tone will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts unless the driver s safety belt is already buckled The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for about 20 seconds then it will flash for about 55 seconds If the driver s belt is already buckled neither the tone nor the light will come on 2 64 Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows AIR BAG or the air bag symbol The system checks the air bag
190. means that sooner or later your brakes won t work well or won t work at all So it isn t a good idea to top off 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 You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system If you have too much brake fluid it can spill on the engine The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough You or others could be burned and your vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system See Checking Brake Fluid in this section Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to check your brake fluid See Periodic Maintenance Inspections in the Index 6 35 Checking Brake Fluid You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap Just look at the brake fluid reservoir The fluid level should be above MIN If it isn t have your brake system checked to see if there is a leak After work is done on the brake hydraulic system make sure the level is above the MIN but not over the MAX mark 6 36 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 t
191. mooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution Accelerate gently Try not to break the fragile traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have an anti lock braking system you ll want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock in the Index e Allow greater following distance on any slippery road Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that s covered with ice On an otherwise clear road ice patches may appear in shaded areas where the sun can t reach around clumps of trees behind buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you re actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers 4 25 If You re Caught in a Blizzard Tie ared 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 If you are stop
192. n t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I m wearing a safety belt You could be whether you re wearing a safety belt or not But you can unbuckle a safety belt even if you re upside down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted If my vehicle has air bags why should I have to wear safety belts Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you re in a vehicle that has air bags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That s true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions 1 17 Q If Pm a good driver and I never drive far from A home why should I wear safety belts You may be an excellent driver but if you re in an accident even one that isn t your fault you and your passengers can be hurt Being a good driver doesn t protect you from things beyond your control such as bad drivers Most accidents occur within 25 miles 40 km of home And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone 1 18 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults
193. n the Index CAUTION Continued 6 47 Inflation Tire Pressure The Certification Tire label which is on the rear edge of the driver s door shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km NOTICE Don t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right It s not If your tires don t have enough air underinflation you can get the following Too much flexing Too much heat Tire overloading Bad wear Bad handling Bad fuel economy NOTICE Continued 6 48 NOTICE Continued If your tires have too much air overinflation you can get the following Unusual wear Bad handling Rough ride Needless damage from road hazards When to Check Check your tires once a month or more Don t forget your compact spare tire It should be at 60 psi 420 kPa How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You can t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they re underinflated Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 6 000 to 8 000 miles 10 000 to 13 000 km Any time you notice unusual wear
194. n the Index for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your vehicle for longer storage periods Also for your audio system see Theft Deterrent Feature in the Index 6 39 Bulb Replacement Headlamps For the type of bulbs see Replacement Bulbs in Sealed Beam Headlamp the Index For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer 1 Remove the four retainer screws and the retainer Halogen Bulbs Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package 6 40 2 Pull the connector out and unplug the lamp 3 Plug the new lamp into the connector 4 Reverse Steps and 2 to reinstall the headlamp Composite Headlamps 1 Open the hood 2 Remove the two screws from the sidemarker turn signal lamp 6 41 E EN bil ils UUNI j PPRRp Re ik HA a 3 Completely remove the sidemarker turn signal lamp by pulling out the assembly and disconnecting the sidemarker turn signal lamp sockets from the lamp 6 42 Remove the screw located behind the comer reflector to remove the entire comer reflector Turn the halogen bulb counterclockwise to remove it from the assembly 8 Install the new bulb into the composite assembly by turning it clockwi
195. n the display lt SEEK p Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current or previous track Press the right arrow to go to the start of the next track If either of the arrows is held or pressed more then once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD 3 26 DISP Display Press this knob to see how long the current track has been playing ET and the elapsed time will appear on the display To change what is normally shown on the display track or elapsed time press the knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob for two seconds The radio will produce one beep AM FM Press this button to listen to the radio when a CD is playing The CD will stop but remain in the player TAPE CD Press this button to play a tape when listening to the radio Press this button to switch between the tape and compact disc if both are loaded The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening A EJT Eject Press this button to stop a CD when it is playing or to eject a CD when it is not playing Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the radio and ignition off if this button is pressed first Compact Disc Messages If the disc comes out it could be for one of the following reasons If you re driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smooth the disc should play Ifit s very hot When the temperatu
196. n work properly or ask your dealer to fix it 4 3 A i as D SGIAN i J The belt is twisted across the body 1 25 Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle The belt should go back out of the way Before you close the door be sure the belt is out of the way If you slam the door on it you can damage both the belt and your vehicle A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it s more likely that the fetus won t be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position earlier in this section The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the lap portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Air Bag System This part exp
197. ng water can carry away a smaller vehicle If this happens you and the other vehicle occupants could drown Don t ignore police warning signs and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray gt Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires in the Index City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them You 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 unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You Il save time and energy See the next part Freeway Driving Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light 4 19 Freeway Driving Mile for mile freeways also c
198. ng can help you more than even the very best braking 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 Steering Tips Driving on Curves It s important to take curves at a reasonable speed A lot of the driver lost control accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves Here s why Experienced driver or beginner each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front wheels If there s no traction inertia will keep the vehicle going in the same direction If you ve ever tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice you ll understand this The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you re in a curve speed is the one factor you can control 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 You can lose control 4 9 What should you do if this ever happens Ease up on the accelerator pedal steer the vehicle the way you want it to go and s
199. ng soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index 6 60 Don t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface or they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Your vehicle has a basecoat clearcoat paint finish The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are non abrasive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish NOTICE Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dull the finish or leave swirl marks Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other s
200. nlock it then press the button and lift the handle located in the center of the door To lock the power lock system from the outside insert the key in the hatch release button and turn it clockwise All doors will lock Theft Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal However there are ways you can help Key in the Ignition If you leave your vehicle with the keys inside it s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves so don t do it When you park your vehicle and open the driver s door you ll hear a tone reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you Always do this Your steering wheel will be locked and so will your ignition and transmission Also remember to lock the doors 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 your key Do not leave valuables in your vehicle since there is no locking area in which to secure them Lock all doors except the driver s 2 17 Passlock Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock theft de
201. nnouncement plays When an alert announcement comes on the current radio station you will hear it even if the volume is muted or a cassette tape or compact disc is playing If the cassette tape or compact disc player is playing play will stop for the announcement and resume when the announcement is finished This function will only work during actual emergency broadcasts and will not work during tests of the emergency broadcast system This feature is not supported by all RDS stations INFO Information If the current station has a message the information icon will appear on the display These text messages are from the RDS broadcaster to the listening public and may be general information such as artist and song title call in phone numbers etc Press this button to see the message If the whole message does not appear on the display parts of the message will appear every three seconds until the message is completed To scroll through the message at your own speed press the INFO button again for less than one second A new group of words will appear on the display Once the complete message has been displayed the information icon will 3 22 disappear from the display until another new message is received The old message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to TRAF Traffic Press this button to receive traffic announcements If the current station does n
202. normally Once the calibration is complete the display will return to a compass reading 2 51 Variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north In some areas the difference between the two can be great enough to cause false compass readings If this happens follow these instructions to set the variance for your particular location 1 Find your location on the zone map Record your zone number 2 52 Press and hold both the MODE and the US MET buttons in the COMP TEMP mode After five seconds the compass will acknowledge the variation mode by displaying the current zone number When it does release both buttons Press US MET until your zone number appears on the display Press MODE to enter your zone number Your variance is now set and the display will return to the COMP TEMP mode TRIP Once in the TRIP mode pressing the Sunglasses Storage Compartment MODE button will take you through the following TRIP functions AVG ECON Average Economy The average fuel economy since the last reset is displayed INST ECON Instantaneous Economy Instantaneous fuel economy for the last second of driving is displayed RANGE The display indicates the estimated distance that can be travelled with the remaining fuel in the tank based on the fuel economy for the last few hours of driving FUEL USED The fuel used since the last reset is displayed AVG SPEED Average S
203. nsion C and ratchet D 5 22 Removing the Wheel Covers You will have to take off hub caps or wheel nut caps to reach your wheel nuts Styled Steel Wheel Shown If you have the styled steel wheel or aluminum wheel with plastic nut caps loosen the plastic nut caps with the ratchet and socket Make sure the DOWN side faces you To remove the hub cap from the aluminum wheel without plastic nut caps fit the flat end of the extension into the notch Then remove the center cap Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 2 With the DOWN side facing you use the ratchet and socket to loosen all the wheel nuts Don t remove them yet 1 Before you start block the front and rear of the tire 3 The jack has a bolt on the end Attach the socket end farthest away from the one being changed Then put a of the extension to the jack bolt your compact spare tire near the flat tire 5 23 4 Attach the ratchet to the extension with the UP side facing you 5 Turn the ratchet clockwise That will raise the jack lift head a little 5 24 6 Position the jack under the vehicle Front Position Rear Position A Front Jack Location A Rear Jack Location B Jack B Jack C Ratchet and Extension C Ratchet and Extension 5 25 Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehi
204. nstant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 75 000 Miles 125 000 km pepe cesar apt a every 12 months whichever occurs first Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first OOo S o See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Continued 7 39 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 75 000 Miles 125 000 km Continued Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher Inhilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 82 500 Miles 137 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 12
205. nterruption service covers expenses such as meals and overnight lodging if vehicle disablement occurs at least 150 miles 240 km from your home or rental property You will be required to obtain prior approval from GMC Roadside Assistance and pay for expenses at the time of disablement Original receipts should be submitted to GMC Roadside Assistance for reimbursement A service representative will provide assistance when you call The Roadside Assistance services listed are available to retail and retail lease customers operating 2002 GMC light duty trucks for a period of 3 years 36 000 miles 60 000 km All services must be pre arranged by GMC Roadside Assistance Over the phone assistance such as providing the name of the closest dealer or minor technical advice etc is available to all owner operators of GMC trucks regardless of vehicle or mileage Just dial GMC Roadside Assistance at 1 800 GMC 8782 1 800 462 8782 Roadside Assistance prompt to reach a qualified representative who can assist you Text telephone TTY users call 1 888 889 2438 Your Roadside Assistance representative will ask for the following information when your call is received Vehicle Identification Number VIN Name and home address Telephone number and location from which you are calling Location license plate number and color of your GMC truck Mileage of vehicle and description of problem Roadside Assistance is available 24 h
206. ny 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 To check on fuel availability ask an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you ll be driving Filling Your Tank Gasoline vapor is highly flammable It burns violently and that can cause very bad injuries Don t smoke if you re near gasoline or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from gasoline The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly to the left driver s side of your vehicle counterclockwise The fuel cap has a spring in it if you let go of the cap too soon it will spring back to the right 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 This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill gasoline Clean gasoline from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle in the Index 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 syste
207. o service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service and Owner Publications in the Index Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle in the Index You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record in the Index You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work ona vehicle without knowing enough about it Besure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can be easily confused If you use the wrong fasteners parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can affect the airflow around it This may cause wind noise and affect windshield washer performance Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Fuel Gasoline Octane Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane of 87 or higher If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If it is bad enough it can damage your engine A little pinging noi
208. o upward for right and two downward for left positions These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change To signal a lane change just raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it 2 34 As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows flash faster a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index and for burned out bulbs If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for the trailer lamps a different turn signal flasher is used With this flasher installed the signal indicator will flash even if a turn signal bulb is burned out Check the front and rear turn signal lamps regularly to make sure they are working Turn 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 To turn off the chime move the turn signal lever to the off position Headlamp High Low Beam Changer
209. o use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index All Wheel Drive Lubricant checks in this section also apply to these vehicles However there are two additional systems that need lubrication Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant See Periodic Maintenance Inspections in the Index How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole Use care not to overtighten the plug What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index 6 27 Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you may need to add some lubricant 6 28 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 temperature war
210. ocity joints and axle seals for leaking For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km 7 11 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 18 000 Miles 30 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 21 000 Miles 35 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 7 12 L
211. of the hole and the outer edge 3 36 Care of Your Compact Disc Player The use of CD lens cleaner discs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged If the mast should ever become slightly bent you can straighten it out by hand If the mast is badly bent as it might be by vandals you should replace it Check every once in a while to be sure the mast is still tightened to the fender If tightening is required tighten by hand then with a wrench one quarter turn Section 4 Your Driving and the Road Here you ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions We ve also included many other useful tips on driving Defensive Driving Drunken Driving Control of a Vehicle Braking Steering Off Road Recovery Passing Loss of Control Driving at Night Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads AARUN a a a aa a a aa a a 4 19 4 20 4 21 4 22 4 22 4 24 4 27 4 28 4 31 City Driving Freeway Driving Before Leaving on a Long Trip Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Winter Driving Recreational Vehicle Towing Loading Your Vehicle Towing a Trailer Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is Drive defensively Please start with a very important safety device in y
212. on t use a razor blade or something else sharp on the inside of the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the defogger and the repairs would not be covered by your warranty Ventilation System For mild outside temperatures when little heating or cooling is needed use the vent setting to direct outside air through your vehicle Air will flow through the instrument panel vents Your vehicle s flow through ventilation system supplies outside air to the inside of your vehicle when it is moving With the side windows closed air will flow into the front air inlet grilles at the base of the windshield through the vehicle and out the rear air exhaust valve Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning compressor is running Your vehicle has air vents near the center and on the sides of the instrument panel that allow you to adjust the direction and the amount of airflow inside the vehicle Move the dial on the vent up or down to direct airflow to your preference Increase or reduce the amount of airflow by opening and closing the louvers The vents turn to direct the airflow from side to side When you close a vent it will increase the flow of air coming out of any vents that are open If you have rear heating or rear air conditioning you will have adjustable vents in the rear of the vehicle to help direct the airflow The rear air conditioning vents are located in the headliner at th
213. on locate the front and rear crossrails in line with the two center supports NOTICE Loading cargo that weighs more than 200 Ibs 91 kg on the luggage carrier may damage your vehicle When you carry large things never let them hang over the rear or the sides of your vehicle Load your cargo so that it rests on the slats and does not scratch or damage the vehicle Put the cargo against the side rails and fasten it securely to the luggage carrier Put the main weight as far forward as you can Don t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle For more information on vehicle capacity and loading see Loading Your Vehicle in the Index To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you re driving check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and cargo are still securely fastened Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter The front ashtray is located above the passenger s side front cupholder To remove the front ashtray open it and The cigarette lighter is on the left of the engine cover console gently pull it slightly past its stop To use the lighter press it in all the way and let go To remove the ashtray on the sliding door open it When it s done heating it will pop back out by itself then press down on the inside tab and pull it out You may have another ashtray on the driver s sidewall NOTICE Press the right side to turn the ashtray around for use To remove the ashtray open it and gen
214. on Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle s useful life We however urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension ball joints and kingpin bushings steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides and brake pedal springs A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection under Periodic Maintenance Inspections in Part C of this schedule 7 31 Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7 500 Miles 12 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 15 000 Miles 25 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle
215. on fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher Inhilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 7 21 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 63 000 Miles 105 000 km a ooo Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 66 000 Miles 110 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service MILEAGE Lubricate chassis components or
216. on stored on your pushbuttons play for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press this button again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning The channel number P1 through P6 will appear with the frequency The radio will scan preset stations with a strong signal only The sound will mute while scanning 3 14 Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 18 stations six AM six FM1 and six FM2 by performing the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select AM FM1 or FM2 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press AUTO TONE to select the setting you prefer 5 Press and hold one of the six pushbuttons The sound will mute When it returns release the pushbutton Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton the station you set will return and the tone you selected will be automatically selected for that pushbutton 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Treble BASS Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob clockwise to increase bass and counterclockwise to decrease bass TREB Treble Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob clockwise to increase treble and counterclockwise to decrease treble If a station is weak or noisy you may want to decrease the treble Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them AUTO TONE This feature allo
217. on would reach the same BAC by drinking three 4 ounce 120 ml glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1 1 2 ounces 45 ml of a liquor like whiskey gin or vodka 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 Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men 4 4 Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks The law in an increasing number of U S states and throughout Canada sets the legal limit at 0 08 percent In some other countries the limit is even lower For example it is 0 05 percent in both France and Germany The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the United States is 0 04 percent The BAC will be over 0 10 percent after three to six drinks in one hour Of course as we ve seen it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks and how quickly the person drinks them But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0 10 percent Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0 05 percent and that the effect
218. one of the identical size and rating Spare fuses and a fuse puller are located in the underhood fuse block You can remove fuses with the fuse puller Remember to replace any of the spare fuses you use so you will have some if you ever need them again If you ever have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can There are two fuse blocks in your vehicle one is inside the vehicle and one is in the engine compartment Instrument Panel Fuse Block The fuse block is located on the lower portion of the instrument panel on the driver s side 6 67 lt m Fuse Circuit Usage Breaker 1 Stop Turn Hazard Lamps Center High Mounted Stop Lamp Anti Lock Brakes 2 Radio Accy RR Seat 6 68 Audio Controls Fuse Circuit Breaker 3 Usage Courtesy Lamps Glove Box Lamp Dome Reading Lamps Vanity Mirror Lamps Courtesy Lamps Daytime Running Lamps Relay Instrument Panel Cluster Rear Defogger Cruise Module TBC Module Instrument Panel Cluster Cruise Control Switch Electrochromic Mirror Power Outlets DLC Subwoofer Amplifier Crank Circuit Fuse Park Neutral Switch Start
219. oper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed 2 71 Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Here are some things you need to know in order to help your vehicle pass an inspection Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the SERVICE ENGINE SOON or CHECK ENGINE light is on or not working properly Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD on board diagnostic system determines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the system The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system readiness see your dealer or qualified service center to prepare the vehicle for inspection 2 72 Oil Pressure Gage The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi pounds per square inch when the engine is running Canadian vehicles indicate pressure in kPa
220. ortation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel Canadian Vehicles For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period of the General Motors of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty alternative transportation may be available under the Courtesy Transportation Program Please consult your dealer for details General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contains detailed warranty information 8 10 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA
221. ot broadcast traffic announcements the radio will seek to a station that does The traffic symbol will flash on the display When the radio finds a station that broadcasts traffic announcements it will stop If no station is found NO TRAF will appear on the display Your radio can be programmed to interrupt the playback of a cassette tape CD or FM radio by enabling the traffic interrupt feature Press the TRAF button once to seek to an RDS station that supports the traffic interrupt feature if the current station does not The traffic symbol will flash on the display when seeking for a station that supports traffic interrupt When the traffic interrupt feature is on TRAF will appear on the display When a traffic announcement comes on the current radio station you will hear it even if the volume is muted or a cassette tape or compact disc is playing The traffic symbol and TRAFFIC will appear on the display while the traffic announcement plays If the cassette tape or compact disc player was being used the tape or compact disc will stay in the player and resume play at the point where it stopped Radio Messages CAL ERR Calibration Error This message is displayed when the radio has not been calibrated properly for the vehicle You must return to the dealership for service LOCKED This message is displayed when the THEFTLOCK system has locked up You must return to the dealership for service Playing a Cassette Tape You
222. ou re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 5 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position Bench Seat You 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 1 Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one 2 Put the restraint on the seat 1 57 3 Run the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To tighten the belt pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in differ
223. ou can In many uses these will damage your vehicle e Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach e Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt Wipe vinyl leather plastic and painted surfaces with a clean damp cloth Cleaning of Fabric Carpet Your dealer has cleaners for the cleaning of fabric and carpet They will clean normal spots and stains very well You can get GM approved cleaning products from your dealer See Appearance Care and Materials in the Index Here are some cleaning tips Always read the instructions on the cleaner label Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set Carefully scrape off any excess stain Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Cleaner on Fabric 1 2 Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt Always clean a whole trim panel or section Mask surrounding trim along stitch or welt lines Follow the directions on the container label Apply cleaner with a clean sponge Don t saturate the material and don t rub it roughly As soon as you ve cleaned the section use a sponge to remove any excess cleaner Wipe cleaned area with a clean water dampened towel or cloth Wipe with a clean clo
224. ould not be attached across the defogger grid 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 clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full strength windshield washer solvent Then rinse the blade with water Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary replace blades that look worn 6 59 Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months During very cold damp weather more frequent application may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty depth of color gloss retention and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Don t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Don t use stro
225. our vehicle Buckle up See Safety Belts in the Index gt Defensive driving really means be ready for anything On city streets rural roads or freeways it means always expect the unexpected Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do Be ready for their mistakes Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance It s the best defensive driving maneuver in both city and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call reading or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision with resulting injury Ask a passenger to help do things like this or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself These simple defensive driving techniques could save your life 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 Vision At
226. our programming options and follow the instructions You will have thirty seconds to begin programming If you exceed the thirty second limit the locks will automatically lock and unlock to indicate that you have left the program mode If this occurs repeat the procedure beginning with Step 1 You can exit the program mode any time by turning the ignition to ON the locks will automatically lock and unlock to indicate that you are leaving the program mode If the lock unlock switches are not pressed while in the programming mode the auto lock unlock setting will not be modified The following is a list of the available programming options e All doors lock Only the driver s door unlocks Press the lock side of the power lock switch on the door panel once and then the unlock side once All doors lock All doors unlock Press the lock side of the power lock switch on the door panel once and then the unlock side twice e All doors lock None of the doors unlock Press the lock side of the power lock switch on the door panel once and then the unlock side three times 2 10 No doors lock None of the doors unlock Press the lock side of the power lock switch on the door panel twice This turns off the automatic lock feature For more information see your dealer Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle take your keys open your door and set the locks from inside Then get out and close the door Keyless Ent
227. our vehicle See the earlier Caution under Engine Exhaust Also idling in a closed in place can let deadly carbon monoxide CO into your vehicle even if the fan is at the highest setting One place this can happen is a garage Exhaust with CO can come in easily NEVER park ina garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Blizzard in the Index 2 31 It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll 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 You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle won t move See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Locking Rear Axle If Equipped If your vehicle has this feature your locking rear axle can give you additional traction on snow mud ice sand or gravel It works like a standard axle most of the time but when one of the rear wheels has no traction and the other does this feature will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle 2 32 All Wheel Drive Option 7 If
228. ours a day 7 days a week 365 days a year including weekends and holidays Should you have any questions about roadside assistance call the GMC Roadside Assistance Center or contact your dealer Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty GMC reserves the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any time without notification Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States Please refer to the Warranty and Owner Assistance Information book or call 1 800 268 6800 for emergency services 8 7 Courtesy Transportation GMC has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles To enhance your ownership experience we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for new vehicles The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail purchase lease customers in conjunction with the Bumper to Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required This will reduce your inconvenience during watranty repairs Plan Ahead When Possible When your vehicle requires warranty service you should contact your dealer and request an appointment By scheduling a service a
229. ped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow Here are some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers You can run the engine to keep warm but be careful 4 26 Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle This can cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could overcome you and kill you You can t see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow doesn t collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that s away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while 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
230. peed The average speed since the last reset is displayed The overhead console has a sunglasses storage compartment To reset the trip computer press the MODE and US MET buttons simultaneously for at least two seconds All functions will be displayed briefly once the system is reset Reset can only be performed in the AVG ECON FUEL USED and AVG SPEED modes All three modes are reset simultaneously 2 53 Convenience Net Option You may have a convenience net in the rear of your vehicle to help keep small loads like grocery bags in place during sharp turns or quick stops and starts The net is not designed for larger heavier items You can unhook the net so that it will lie flat when you re not using it Luggage Carrier Option If you have a luggage carrier you can load things on top of your vehicle The luggage carrier has slats side rails and crossrails attached to the roof to secure cargo Be sure the cargo is properly loaded Follow these guidelines Carrying small heavy loads on the roof is not recommended Tie the load to the side rails Use the crossrails only to keep the load from sliding Ifyou need to carry long items tie the load to the side rails Also tie the load to the bumpers Do not tie the load so tightly that the crossrails or side rails are damaged 2 54 e After moving the crossrails be sure to tighten all the slider screws For the purpose of wind noise reducti
231. ponents or every 3 months whichever occurs first Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 17 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 45 000 Miles 75 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote 7 18 Short Trip Ci
232. ppointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs your dealer can help minimize your inconvenience If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service unless of course the problem is safety related If it is please call your dealership let them know this and ask for instructions If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for same day repair Transportation Options Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait However if you are unable to wait GMC helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several transportation options Depending on the circumstances your dealer can offer you one of the following Shuttle Service Participating dealers can provide you with shuttle service to get you to your destination with minimal interruption of your daily schedule This includes a one way shuttle ride to a destination up to 10 miles from the dealership Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs reimbursement up to 30 per day five days maximum may be available for the use of public transportation such as taxi or bus In addition should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses up to 10 per day five
233. r air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger How does an air bag restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel Air bags supplement the protection provided by safety belts Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually But air bags would not help you in many types of collisions including rollovers rear impacts and many side impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward those air bags Air bags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions 1 31 What will you see after an air bag inflates After an air bag inflates it quickly deflates so quickly that some people may not even realize the air bag inflated Some components of the air bag module the steering wheel hub for the driver s air bag or the instrument panel for the right front passenger s bag will be hot for a short time The parts of the bag that come into contact with you may be warm but not too hot to touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation doesn t prevent the driver from seeing or from
234. r conditioning uses ozone friendly refrigerant With these systems you can control the heating cooling and ventilation in your vehicle Your vehicle also has a flow through ventilation system described later in this section Heating System If your vehicle does not have air conditioning your heater controls will look like this Fan Knob The fan know is located on the left of the control panel This control has four positions To increase airflow turn the knob toward HI To decrease airflow move it toward LO Temperature Knob This knob is next to the fan knob It controls the temperature of the air flowing into your vehicle Turn the knob clockwise for warmer air Turn the knob counterclockwise for cooler air Function Knob This knob is on the right of the temperature knob The function knob allows you to choose the direction of air delivery OFF This setting turns the system off gt o M Vent The air comes out at the vents on your instrument panel gt o Vad Bi level With this setting the outside air comes out both the instrument panel vents and floor ducts Adjust the temperature knob for warmer or cooler air e tt Floor Most of the air comes out near the floor The rest comes out from the defroster vents under the windshield and at the front side windows A Blend With this setting the outside air comes 8 out both the floor ducts and defroster vents Adjust the temperature kno
235. r appears on the display Setting the Clock for Systems without Radio Data System Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears on the display Press and hold MN until the correct minute appears on the display To display the clock with the ignition off press RECALL or HR MN and the time will be displayed for a few seconds There is an initial two second delay before the clock goes into the time set mode 3 10 Setting the Clock for Systems with Radio Data System Press and hold the HR button until the correct hour appears AM or PM will appear on the display for morning or afternoon hours Press and hold the MIN button until the correct minute appears The clock may be set with the ignition on or off To set the clock to the time of an FM station broadcasting Radio Data System RDS information press and hold the HR and MIN buttons at the same time for two seconds until UPDATED and the clock symbol appears on the display If the time is not available from the station NO UPDAT will appear on the display instead RDS clock time is broadcast once a minute Once you have tuned to an RDS broadcast station it may take a few minutes for your clock time to update AM FM Stereo oa EL ia bo Sm oe ee ee el mn IAW i i a CATIETIE i Playing the Radio Power Turn the VOLUME knob clockwise to turn the system on and counterclockwise to turn the system off VOLUME Turn this knob clockwise to increase volume T
236. r stack heavier things like suitcases your dealer to help you load your vehicle the right way inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats NOTICE Don t leave an unsecured child restraint in your vehicle When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Don t leave a seat folded down unless you need to Your warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of overloading 4 29 Payload The Payload Capacity is shown on the Certification Tire label This is the maximum load capacity that your vehicle can carry Be sure to include the weight of the people inside as part of your load If you added any accessories or equipment after your vehicle left the factory remember to subtract the weight of these things from the payload Your dealer can help you with this Trailering Package There is a load rating which includes the weight of the vehicle and the trailer it tows This rating is called the Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR 4 30 When you weigh your trailer be sure to include the weight of everything you put in it And remember to figure the weight of the people inside the vehicle as part of your load Add On Equipment When you carry removable items you may need to put a limit on how many people you carry inside your vehicle Be sure to weigh your vehicle before you buy and install the new equipment Towing a Trailer If you don
237. r tape player is built to work best with tapes that are up to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player The longer side with the tape visible should face to the right If the ignition is on but the radio is off the tape can be inserted and will begin playing A tape symbol is shown on the display whenever a tape is inserted If you hear nothing but a garbled sound the tape may not be in squarely Press EJT to remove the tape and start over While the tape is playing use the VOL AUDIO and SEEK controls just as you do for the radio The display will show TAPE and an arrow showing which side of the tape is playing If you want to insert a tape when the ignition is off first press EJT or DISP If an error appears on the display see Cassette Tape Messages later in this section 1 PREV Previous Press this pushbutton to go to the previous selection on the tape if the selection has been playing for less than three seconds If this pushbutton is pressed and the current selection has been playing for more than 13 seconds it will go to the beginning of the current selection If this pushbutton is pressed and the current selection has been playing from 3 to 13 seconds it will go to the beginning of the previous selection or the beginning of the current selection depending upon the position on the tape SEEK and a 1 will appear on the display while the cassette play
238. r the GVW limit for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue 4 36 Hitches It s important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Here are some rules to follow If you ll be pulling a trailer that when loaded will weigh more than 2 000 Ibs 900 kg be sure to use a properly mounted weight distributing hitch and sway control of the proper size This equipment is very important for proper vehicle loading and good handling when you re driving Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch If you do then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch If you don t seal them deadly carbon monoxide CO from your exhaust can get into your vehicle See Carbon Monoxide in the Index Dirt and water can too Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for attaching safety chains and do not attach them to the bumper Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig Never allow safety chains to drag
239. r vehicle are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gage or indicator If you need help figuring out a specific name of a component gage or indicator reference the following topics in the Index Engine Compartment Overview Instrument Panel Comfort Controls Audio Systems Also see Warning Lights and Gages in the Index These are some examples of vehicle symbols you may find on your vehicle CAUTION POSSIBLE INJURY PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC BATTERY ACID COULD CAUSE BURNS AVOID SPARKS OR FLAMES SPARK OR FLAME COULD EXPLODE BATTERY LATCH BOTH LAP AND SHOULDER BELTS TO PROTECT OCCUPANT 4 DO NOT TWIST SAFETY Q BELT WHEN ATTACHING FASTEN SEAT AIR BAG N BELTS MOVE SEAT DO NOT INSTALL FULLY lt A REAR FACING cl REARWARD CHILD RESTRAINT SECURE 25 IN THIS SEATING CHILD SEAT POSITION PULL BELT OUT COMPLETELY a THEN SECURE y CHILD SEAT e DO NOT INSTALL A FORWARD FACING CHILD RESTRAINT IN THIS SEATING POSITION POWER DOOR LOCK winpow _ UNLOCK MASTER PARKING LAMPS HAZARD WARNING FLASHER DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS s 1 ENGINE COOLANT TEMP BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM ENGINE OIL N e E7 ANTI LOCK BRAKES FUSE BOX ACCESS ENGINE COOLANT OWNER S MANUAL SERVICE SERVICE MANUAL gt
240. rake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications Your rear drum brakes don t have wear indicators but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise have the rear brake linings inspected immediately Also the rear brake drums should be removed and inspected each time the tires are removed for rotation or changing When you have the front brake pads replaced have the rear brakes inspected too Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets See Brake System Inspection in Section 7 of this manual under Part C Periodic Maintenance Inspections Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign of brake trouble gt 6 38 Brake Adjustment Every time you make a brake stop your disc brakes adjust for wear If your brake pedal goes down farther than normal your rear drum brakes may need adjustment Adjust them by backing up and firmly applying the brakes a few times 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
241. re s how to do it 1 Apply your regular brakes but don t shift into PARK P yet 2 Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the wheel chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load 4 Reapply the regular brakes Then apply your parking brake and shift to PARK P 5 Release the regular brakes When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you start your engine shift into a gear and release the parking brake 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engine oil axle lubricant belt cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight 4 41 Trailer Wiring Harness If you have the optional trailering package your vehicle will have an eight wire harness including the center high mounted
242. re returns to normal the disc should play The disc is upside down It is dirty scratched or wet The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again Ifthe CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected contact your dealer Rear Seat Audio If Equipped This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to any of the music sources AM FM cassette tapes and CDs However the rear seat passengers can only control the music sources that the front seat passengers are not listening to For example rear seat passengers may listen to a CD through headphones while the driver listens to the radio through the front speakers The rear seat passengers have control of the volume for each set of headphones Be aware that the front seat audio controls always override the rear seat audio controls 3 27 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 You may operate the rear seat audio functions even when the primary radio power is off VOL Volume Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob clockwise to increase volume and counterclockwise to decrease volume Push the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it The upper knob controls the upper headphone and the lower knob controls the lower headphone AM F
243. rear most windows closed If exhaust does come into your vehicle through a window in the rear or another opening drive with your front main heating or cooling system on and with the fan on any speed This will bring fresh outside air into your vehicle Do not use MAX A C because it only recirculates the air inside your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index 4 38 Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself Before you start check the trailer hitch and platform and attachments safety chains electrical connector lamps tires and mirror adjustment If the trailer has electric brakes start your vehicle and trailer moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes are working This lets you check your electrical connection at the same time During your trip check occasionally to be sure that the load is secure and that the lamps and any trailer brakes are still working Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and
244. release latch lever is operated with a two stage mechanism To fully release the latch two levels of lift effort will be required First a low effort to overcome the first stage and then a moderate effort to fully release the latch Replacing the Rear Seats 2 Pull the seat down to latch the rear retainers Make PD sure the seat is locked in by pulling up and down on 1 Lower the seat into position Make sure the front the seat retainers are hooked onto the anchor pins A CAUTION A seat that isn t locked into place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop People in the vehicle could be injured Be sure to lock the seat into place properly when installing it 1 11 3 To raise the seatback do the following If you installed the safety belt with the release hole facing inward toward the seat slide the plastic cover up so you can see the buckle Disconnect the seat belt Slide the cover back down and reinstall the belt correctly A Unlock the seatback latch by pushing up on the latch release lever at the right rear of the seat while pushing down on the upper edge of the seatback B Move the seatback into the upright position Make sure the seatback is locked when it is back in the upright position If you are replacing the center seat connect the right A safety belt that is improperly routed not lap shoulder belt to the attachment on the seat properly attached or twisted won t provide
245. repairs location of the nearest GMC dealer or the following special services Flat Tire Change Installation of spare tire will be covered at no charge customer is responsible for repair or replacement of tire Fuel Delivery Delivery of enough fuel for the customer to get to the nearest service station up to 5 00 will be covered Jump Start No start situations which require a battery jump start will be covered at no charge Lock Out Replacement keys or locksmith service will be covered at no charge if you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle Delivery of the replacement key will be covered at no charge within 10 miles 16 km Emergency Towing Service Towing to the nearest GMC dealer for warranty related disablements will be covered Trip Routing Custom made computerized highlighted maps using the most direct or scenic route are provided free of charge Maps include points of interest and a list of GMC dealers along the route Also included is a list of hotels along the route that are discounted through affiliation with Quest International Trip Routing is available through Roadside Assistance by calling 1 800 GMC 8782 462 8782 Please be prepared to provide your Vehicle Identification Number VIN Allow five working days for fulfillment Trip Interruption Assistance GMC will reimburse any reasonable trip interruption expenses up to 500 00 when directly associated with warranty disablement Trip I
246. rhood fuse block is located toward the rear of the engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle Lift the hood and open the cover to gain access to this fuse block A fuse puller is included in the underhood fuse block You will also find spare fuses 6 70 O 0 G AIC UPFITTER ACCY LIGHTING J UPFITTER BATT PEN c UPFITTER ACCY BATT p E a SPARE ici JLE ENABLE RELAY bn HTRNG aes l ENG 1 IGN E J re Lamps sel i C were HAF RELAY HTD MIR RR DEFOG NS Y Feed Usage AUX B Upfitter Battery Feed AUX A Upfitter Accessory Feed Relay A C Relay Rear Heat and A C Upfitter ACCY Relay Starter Enable Relay A C Enable Relay Headlamps Relay Fuel Pump Relay Fuse Circuit Breaker UPFITTER BATT UPFITTER ACCY Spare Spare Spare ECM 1B Usage Rear Heat and Air Conditioning Upfitter Accessory Starter Air Conditioning Headlamps Fuel Pump Usage Upfitter Battery Power Stud Trailer Wiring Harness Upfitter Accessory Relay Not used Not used Not used Fuel Pump Relay and Motor VCM Oil Pressure Switch Sender Fuse Circuit Breaker HORN A C COMP RR HTR AC ATC FRT HVAC ENG I IGN E ECM I Blank RH HDLMP LH Headlamp Blank Blank Usage Horn Relay and Horn A C Enable Relay and Compressor Rear Heater and A C Active Transfer Case L Van Front Heater and A C Oxyg
247. ring lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Clean and then inspect the drive axle boot seals for damage tears or leakage Replace seals if necessary Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system Inspect the body near the exhaust system Look for broken damaged missing or out of position parts as well as open seams holes loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle See Engine Exhaust in the Index 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 To help ensure proper operation a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap is recommended at least once a year Throttle System Inspection Inspect the throttle system for interference or binding and for damaged or missing parts Replace parts as needed Replace any components that have high effort or excessive wear Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables Transfer Case and Front Axle All Wheel Drive Inspection Every 12 months or at engine oil change intervals check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary A fl
248. ring allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Then as you drive SCV automatically increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive If you don t want to use SCV turn the control all the way down RECALL Pressing this button will display the station being played or it will display the clock Clock display is available with the ignition turned off Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display will show your selection TUNE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn it to choose radio stations Push the knob back into its stored position when you re not using it 3 13 lt SEEK D 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 To 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 few seconds then go on to the next station Press either SEEK arrow again to stop scanning The radio will scan to stations with a strong signal only The sound will mute while scanning P SCAN Preset Scan Press this button to scan through your favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons PSCAN will appear on the display The radio will scan to the first preset stati
249. rns on the parking lamps together with the following Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps e e Instrument Panel Lights e Ashtray Lamp o Headlamps Turning the control to this position turns on the headlamps together with the previously listed lamps and lights 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 Your vehicle is equipped with a light sensor on the top of the instrument panel in the defroster grille Be sure it is not covered or the system will be on whenever the ignition is on The system may also turn on your headlamps when driving through a parking garage heavy overcast weather or a tunnel This is normal There is a delay in the transition between the daytime and nighttime operation of the Daytime Running Lamps DRL and the automatic headlamp systems so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system The DRL and automatic headlamp system will only be affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting longer than the delay To idle your vehicle with the automatic headlamp system off set the parking brake while the ignition is off Then start your vehicle The automatic headlamp system will stay off un
250. rst Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km Continued 7 27 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 90 000 Miles 150 000 km Continued Replace fuel filter An Emission Control Service See footnote Replace engine air cleaner filter An Emission Control Service Rotate tires Se
251. ructure isn t changed it s not likely to keep the air bags from working properly in a crash Q Is there anything I might add to the front of the vehicle that could keep the air bags from working properly Yes If you add things that change your vehicle s frame bumper system front end sheet metal or height they may keep the air bag system from working properly Also the air bag system may not work properly if you relocate any of the air bag sensors If you have any questions about this you should contact Customer Assistance before you modify your vehicle The phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure in the Index 1 34 Rear Seat Passengers It s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who aren t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Lap Shoulder Belt These positions have lap shoulder belts Here s how to wear one properly If the belt stops before it reaches the buckle tilt the latch plate and keep pulling until you can buckle it Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure
252. ry System Option 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 Your keyless entry system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada 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 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment At times you may notice a decrease in range This is normal for any remote keyless entry system If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work try this Check the distance You may be too far from your vehicle You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal
253. s agree with your code 7 Press AM FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the secret code you have written down The display will show indicating that the radio is no longer secured 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 To unlock a secured radio see Unlocking the Theft Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss earlier in this section Theft Deterrent Feature RDS Radios If Equipped THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your radio The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number VIN If the radio is moved to a different vehicle it will not operate and LOCKED will be displayed When the radio and vehicle are turned off the blinking red light indicates that THEFTLOCK is armed With THEFTLOCK activated your radio will not operate if stolen Understanding Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range however can cause Stations to interfere with each other AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it 3 33 FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound but FM signals w
254. s are worse at night All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having a collision At a BAC level of 0 10 percent the chance of this driver having a collision is 12 times greater at a level of 0 15 percent the chance is 25 times greater 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 Ill 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 react quickly enough to avoid the collision There s something else about drinking and driving that many people don t know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or
255. s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the air bag sensor the air bag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the air bag system see Air Bag in the Index AIR BAG a This light will come on when you start your vehicle and it will flash for a few seconds Then the light should go out This means the system is ready If the air bag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your air bag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away 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 To help avoid injury to yourself or others have your vehicle serviced right away if the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle The air bag readiness light should flash for a few seconds when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem Charging System Indicator Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn the ignition on but the engine is not running as a check to show you the light is working Then it should go out once the eng
256. s job have it repaired Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken air bag covers and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance 1 65 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you ve had a crash do you need new belts After a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new parts 1 66 If you ever see a label on the driver s or the right front passenger s safety belt that says to replace the belt be sure to do so Then the new belt will be there to help protect you in a collision You would see this label on the belt near the latch plate If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt wasn t being used at the time of the collision If an air bag inflates you I need to replace air bag system parts See the part on the air bag system earlier in this section Section 2 Features and Controls 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
257. s keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts replace them only with new GM original equipment parts This way you will be sure to have the right wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle 6 54 Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle make your tires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement NOTICE The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index for more information Used Replacement Wheels Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous You can t know how it s been used or how far it s been driven It
258. s manual you ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Don t Don t do this or Don t let this happen iii Vehicle Damage Warnings 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 do to help avoid the damage When you read other manuals you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words You ll also see warning labels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE iv Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle may be equipped with components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols used on you
259. s the disc and player from damage The disc will not start playing To remove the disc press the EJECT button and remove the disc from the player All of the compact disc functions are controlled by the radio buttons except for EJECT When a disc is in the player a CD symbol will appear on the display When a disc is playing the letters CD will appear next to the CD symbol in the bottom left corner The track number will also be displayed If the disc comes back out and ERR appears on the display it could be that The disc is upside down Itis dirty scratched or wet There s too much moisture in the air Wait about an hour and try again You are driving on a very rough road Please contact your dealer if any error recurs or cannot be corrected 3 30 PREV 1 Press this button to go back to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played Press PREV again to go to the previous track on the disc NEXT 3 Press this button to advance to the next track on the disc REV 4 Press and hold this button to quickly reverse within a track As the CD reverses elapsed time will be displayed to help you find the correct passage FWD 6 Press and hold this button to quickly advance within a track As the CD advances elapsed time will be displayed to help you find the correct passage SEEK Press the left arrow while playing a CD to go back to the start of the current track It will go ba
260. se GM Part No 12345579 or equivalent 7 51 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 retain all maintenance receipts Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7 52 Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact GMC if you need assistance This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects 8 2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 8 8 Courtesy Transportation 8 4 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone 8 10 Warranty Information TTY Users 8 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United 8 4 Customer Assistance Offices States Government 8 5 GM Mobility Program for Persons 8 11 Reporting Safety Defects to the with Disabilities Canadian Government 8 6 Roadside Assistance 8 11 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 8 7 Canadian Roadside Assistance Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your sa
261. se and have maximum current levels 2 56 Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible to the power accessory outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on the power accessory plugs NOTICE When using the accessory power outlets maximum electrical load must not exceed 25 amps Always turn off any electrical equipment when not in use Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain your battery NOTICE Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty HomeLink Transmitter Option 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 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes and modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipm
262. se stations These features will only work when the RDS information is available In rare cases a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station When you are tuned to an RDS station the station name will appear on the display instead of the frequency Most RDS stations provide their station name the time of day and a Program Type PTY for their current programming Some stations also provide the name of the current program Finding RDS Stations To find RDS stations perform the following steps 1 Push the SEEK TYPE button or turn the P TYPE LIST knob to display the program type list 2 Turn the knob either clockwise or counterclockwise to select a program type The list is alphabetical If you select ANY TYPE your radio will seek to the first PTY available 3 Push the SEEK TYPE button to activate search VOL Volume Turn this knob clockwise to increase volume when RDS interrupts regular play Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume DISP Display Press this knob to change what appears on the display while using RDS Pressing this knob will also display an RDS station frequency or program type when the radio is on The display options are station name station frequency PTY and the name of the program if available Pressing and holding this knob will activate the RDS default display Finding a PTY Preset Station
263. se until it is completely tightened 5 Remove the remaining three screws the first one from the corner reflector pocket and the two remaining from the composite assembly 9 Reinstall the composite assembly by installing and tightening all of the screws previously removed 6 Remove the composite assembly 6 43 Front Turn Signal Lamps 1 Remove the two screws at the inside edge of the parking turn signal lamp assembly 2 Remove the lamp assembly we 3 Squeeze the tab on the A side of the lamp socket z while turning the socket counterclockwise 6 44 ay Oe Pull the socket out of the lamp assembly Pull the bulb from the socket Gently push the new bulb into the socket Put the socket back into the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks Put the parking turn signal lamp assembly back into the vehicle and tighten the screws Taillamps 1 Open the rear door 2 Remove the two screws from behind the door 3 Pull out the taillamp assembly so you can see the socket 6 45 Press the tab and turn the socket counterclockwise to remove the socket from the bezel If the socket does not have a tab turn the socket counterclockwise to remove the socket from the bezel 5 Remove the old bulb from the socket and replace it with a new one 6 Reverse Steps 1 through 4 to reinstall the taillamp 6 46 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should
264. se when you accelerate or drive uphill is considered normal This does not indicate a problem exists or that a higher octane fuel is necessary Gasoline Specifications It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed by the American Automobile Manufacturers Association and endorsed by the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers Association for better vehicle performance and engine protection Gasolines meeting these specifications could provide improved driveability and emission control system performance compared to other gasolines In Canada look for the Auto Makers Choice label on the fuel pump Canada Only California Fuel If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards see the underhood emission control label it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on see Malfunction Indicator Lamp in the Index and your vehicle may fail a smog check test If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for diagnosis If it is determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used repairs may not be covered by your warranty Additives Some gasolines that are not reformulated for
265. seals for leaking 7 32 Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Long Trip Highway Scheduled Maintenance Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions Inheavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher Inhilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 22 500 Miles 37 500 km Change engine oil and filter or every 12 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Lubricate chassis components or every 12 months whichever occurs first See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and addit
266. sen before the lever was pushed Move the switch to OFF to turn off the rear window washer The rear window washer uses the same fluid bottle as the front windshield washer If the fluid level is low in the washer bottle you may not be able to wash your rear window If you can wash your windshield but not your rear window check the fluid level 2 37 Cruise Control Option Setting Cruise Control With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h When you apply your brakes the cruise control and go into cruise when you don t want to shuts off You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control If you leave your cruise control switch on when you re not using cruise you might hit a button i 1 Move the cruise control switch to ON Cruise control can be dangerous where you can t drive safely at a steady speed So don t use your cruise control on 2 Get up to the speed you want 3 Press in the SET button at the end of the lever TABE and release it OFF OM TIA i winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning and you could lose control
267. should wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up or can be thrown out of the vehicle Older children need to use safety belts properly Never do this Here two children are wearing the same belt The belt can t properly spread the impact forces In a crash the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured A belt must be used by only one person at a time Q What if a child is wearing a lap shoulder belt but the child is so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck z Move the child toward the center of the vehicle but be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide If the child is sitting in a rear seat outside position see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides in the Index If the child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very close to the child s face or neck you might want to place the child
268. sidering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap See Filling Your Tank in the Index The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water If so your electrical system may be wet The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off 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 You may notice this as stalling after start up stalling when you put the vehicle into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditions may go away once the engine is warmed up This will be detected by the system and cause the light to turn on If you experience one or more of these conditions change the fuel brand you use It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off If none of the above steps have made the light turn off have your dealer or qualified service center check the vehicle Your dealer has the pr
269. smission The tow haul mode should be used only when pulling a heavy trailer 4 33 Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It depends on how you plan to use your rig For example speed altitude road grades outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important And it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle The following chart shows how much your trailer can weigh based upon your vehicle model and options Vehicle Axle Ratio Two Wheel Drive Cargo 3 42 3 73 Two Wheel Drive Passenger 3 42 3 73 All Wheel Drive Cargo 3 42 3 73 All Wheel Drive Passenger 3 42 3 73 4 34 Max Trailer Wt Ibs kg 5 300 2406 5 800 2633 4 900 2225 5 400 2452 5 100 2315 5 600 2542 4 700 2134 5 200 2361 GCWR Ibs kg 9 500 4 313 kg 10 000 4 540 kg 9 500 4 313 kg 10 000 4 450 kg 9 500 4 313 kg 10 000 4 540 kg 9 500 4 313 kg 10 000 4 540 kg Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming the driver and one passenger are in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment The weight of additional optional equipment passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice or you can write us at the address listed in your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information Booklet In C
270. ss you need only slow down and drop back again and wait for another opportunity If other cars are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone isn t trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its front in your inside mirror activate your right lane change signal and move back into the right lane Remember that your right outside mirror is convex The vehicle you just passed may seem to be farther away from you than it really is e Try not to pass more than one vehicle at a time on two lane roads Reconsider before passing the next vehicle Don t overtake a slowly moving vehicle too rapidly Even though the brake lamps are not flashing it may be slowing down or starting to turn If you re being passed make it easy for the following driver to get ahead of you Perhaps you can ease a little to the right Loss of Control Let s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration don t have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency don t give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an esc
271. ssion Control Service See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 57 000 Miles 95 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 60 000 Miles 100 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote 7 20 Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first Change automatic transmissi
272. sudden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when you re towing a trailer And because you re a good deal longer you ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left just move that hand to the left To move the trailer to the right move your hand to the right Always back up slowly and if possible have someone guide you Making Turns NOTICE Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering When you re turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance 4 39 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer your vehicle has to have extra wiring included in the optional trailering package The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change Properly hooked up the trailer lamps will also flash telling other drivers you re about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you may think dr
273. t dust and contaminants that are harmful to your engine Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it stops flame if the engine backfires If it isn t there and the engine backfires you could be burned Don t drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner filter off NOTICE If the air cleaner filter is off a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire And dirt can easily get into your engine which will damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when you re driving 6 21 Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter every 15 000 miles 25 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions Jn heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km See Scheduled Maintenance Services in the Index 6 22 How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealership service
274. t temperature gage on your vehicle s instrument panel See Gages in the Index If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool NOTICE If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by your warranty If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam the problem may not be too serious Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you Climb a long hill on a hot day Stop after high speed driving Idle for long periods in traffic e Tow atrailer See Driving on Grades in the Index If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam try this for a minute or so 1 If you have an air conditioner and it s on turn it off 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shi
275. t the Restraint Cargo Vans The child restraint must be secured properly in the passenger seat Never put a rear facing child restraint in this vehicle Here s why A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Do not use a rear facing child restraint in this vehicle If a forward facing child restraint is suitable for your child always move the passenger seat as far back as it will go Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it 1 52 Top Strap Some child restraints have a top strap or top tether It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision For it to work a top strap must be properly anchored to the vehicle Some top strap equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top strap being anchored Others require the top strap always to be anchored Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint If yours requires that the top strap be anchored don t use the restraint unless it is anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top strap one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints
276. tape hubs Remove the tape Hold the tape with the open end down and try to turn the right hub counterclockwise with a pencil Turn the tape over and repeat If the hubs do not turn easily your tape may be damaged and should not be used in the player Try a new tape to make sure your player is working properly The tape is broken Try a new tape The tape is wrapped around the tape head Attempt to get the cassette out Try a new tape CLEAN If this message appears on the display the cassette tape player needs to be cleaned It will still play tapes but you should clean it as soon as possible to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of Your Cassette Tape Player in the Index If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected contact your dealer Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in and the disc should begin playing The display will show the CD symbol If you want to insert a compact disc with the ignition off first press DISP or EJT If an error appears on the display see Compact Disc Messages later in this section 1 PREV Previous Press this pushbutton to go to the previous track if the current track has been playing for less than eight seconds If this pushbutton is pressed and the current track has been playing for more than eight seconds it will go to the beginning of the current track TRACK and the track numb
277. tenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension ball joints and kingpin bushings steering linkage and transfer case shift linkage parking brake cable guides and brake pedal springs A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation See Brake System Inspection under Periodic Maintenance Inspections in Part C of this schedule Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 3 000 Miles 5 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 6 000 Miles 10 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first DATE SERVICED BY ACTUAL MILEAGE DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 9 Short Trip City S
278. tentiveness Police records show that almost half of all motor vehicle related deaths involve alcohol In most cases these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving In recent years about 16 000 annual motor vehicle related deaths have been associated with the use of alcohol with more than 300 000 people injured Many adults by some estimates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it s against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to solve the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if the driver plans to drive It s a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general information on the problem The Blood Alcohol Concentration BAC of someone who is drinking depends upon four things The amount of alcohol consumed The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association a 180 1b 82 kg person who drinks three 12 ounce 355 ml bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0 06 percent The pers
279. terrent system Passlock is a passive theft deterrent system Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with fuel is disabled During normal operation the SECURITY light will go off approximately five seconds after the key is turned to RUN If the engine stalls and the SECURITY light flashes wait about 10 minutes until the light stops flashing before trying to restart the engine Remember to release the key from START as soon as the engine starts If the engine is running and the SECURITY light comes on you will be able to restart the engine if you turn the engine off However your Passlock system is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock at this time You may also want to check the fuses see Fuses and Circuit Breakers in the Index See your dealer for service In an emergency call GM Roadside Assistance See Roadside Assistance in the Index 2 18 New Vehicle Break In NOTICE Your vehicle doesn t need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines Keep your speed at 55 mph 88 km h or less for the first 500 miles 805 km Don t drive at any one speed fast or slow for the first 500 miles 805 km Don t make full throttle starts Avoid making hard stops
280. th and let dry 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 Ifa stain remains follow the cleaner instructions described earlier 3 If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine treat the area with a water baking soda solution 1 teaspoon 5 ml of baking soda to 1 cup 250 ml of lukewarm water 4 Let dry Stains caused by candy ice cream mayonnaise chili sauce and unknown stains can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain 2 First clean with cool water and allow to dry completely 3 Ifa stain remains follow the cleaner instructions described earlier 6 57 Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth Rub with aclean damp cloth to remove dirt You may have to do it more than once Things like tar asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don t get them off quickly Use a clean cloth and a vinyl leather cleaner See your dealer for this product Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth Then let the leather dry naturally Do not use heat to dry For stubborn stains use a leather cleaner See your dealer for this product Never use oils varnishes solvent base
281. the Index for further details At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check Make sure tires are inflated to the correct pressures Don t forget to check your spare tire See Tires in the Index for further details At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job have it repaired Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings and have them repaired or replaced The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Wiper Blade Check Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield Also see Wiper Blades Cleaning in the Index Spare Tire Check At least twice a year after the monthly inflation check of the spare tire determines that the spare is inflated to the correct tire inflation pressure make sure that the spare tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to rotate or turn the tire If it moves use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable See Storing the Spare Tire and Tools in the Index Weatherstrip Lubrication Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer seal better
282. the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transmission into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called torque lock To prevent torque lock set the parking brake and then shift into PARK P properly before you leave the driver s seat To find out how see Shifting Into PARK P in the Index When you are ready to drive move the shift lever out of PARK P before you release the parking brake If torque lock does occur you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P 2 29 Shifting Out of PARK P Parking Over Things That Burn Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system You have to fully apply your regular brake before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in RUN See Automatic Transmission in the Index If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P as you maintain brake application
283. the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck 6 32 Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for reservoir location How to Check Power Steering Fluid Turn the key off let the engine compartment cool down wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean then unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag Replace the cap and completely tighten it Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the FULL COLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants in the Index Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals 6 33 Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing Adding Washer Fluid The windshield was
284. the engine in each gear The starter should work only in PARK P or NEUTRAL N If the starter works in any other position your vehicle needs service 7 46 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check 1 When you are doing this check the vehicle could move suddenly If it does you or others could be injured Follow the steps below Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake in the Index if necessary Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move With the engine off turn the key to the RUN position but don t start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P your vehicle needs service Ignition Transmission Lock Check Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn set the parking brake the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position P The key should turn to LOCK only when the shift Wath thie eng nemunning and transmission in eee NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from The key should come out only in LOCK the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To check the parkin
285. the lever all the way down grade 15 percent or more the door may not stay open and could slam shut possibly injuring someone To make sure the door does not slam shut be sure to hold it open until everyone is clear of the door and only then allow it to slowly close 2 15 Rear Hatch Rear Doors It can be dangerous to drive with the rear hatch or rear doors open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You can t see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the rear hatch or rear doors open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the rear hatch or rear doors Make sure all other windows are shut Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the setting on anything but MAX A C That will force outside air into your vehicle See Comfort Controls in the Index If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust in the Index 2 16 Hatch Release You can use your key to unlock the hatch and all of the other doors from the outside Insert the key into the hatch release button and turn it counterclockwise All of the doors will unlock You may also use the keyless entry system described earlier The hatch can be opened or closed without a key if the door lock system is unlocked To open the hatch u
286. the outside temperature the kind of oil you have and some other things Instead of trying to list everything here we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you ll be parking your vehicle The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area Automatic Transmission Operation There are several different positions for your shift lever 32 1 TRIP PARK P This position locks your rear wheels It s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can t move easily It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll CAUTION Continued Don t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle won t move even when you re on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P See Shifting Into PARK P in the Index If you re pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer in the Index Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition ke
287. til you release the parking brake You may be able to turn off your automatic headlamp system See Daytime Running Lamps DRL later in this section for more information As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamps when you need them 2 41 Lamps On Reminder A reminder tone will sound when your headlamps or parking lamps are manually turned on and your ignition is in OFF LOCK or ACCESSORY To disable the tone turn the instrument panel brightness thumbwheel all the way down In the automatic mode the headlamps turn off once the ignition key is in OFF Daytime Running Lamps DRL Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The DRL system will make your headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when the following conditions are met The ignition is on the exterior lamp control is OFF the automatic transmission is not in PARK P the light sensor determines it is daytime and the parking brake is released 2 42 When the DRL are on only your DRL lamps will be on The taillamps sidemarker and other lamps won t be on Your instrument panel won t be lit up either When it begins to get dark
288. tion switch If none of this works then your vehicle needs service 2 19 C OFF This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel Use OFF if you must have your vehicle in motion while the engine is off for example if your vehicle is being towed D RUN This is the position for driving E START This position starts your engine Retained Accessory Power RAP Your vehicle is 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 Your radio power windows and overhead console will work when the ignition key is in RUN or ACCESSORY Once the key is turned from RUN to OFF these features will continue to work for up to 20 minutes or until a door is opened 2 20 Starting Your Engine Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only NOTICE Don t try to shift to PARK P if your vehicle is moving If you do you could damage the transmission Shift to PARK P only when your vehicle is stopped 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm 2 If your engine still won t start or starts
289. tisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to GMC Normally any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer s sales or service departments Sometimes however despite the best intentions of all concerned misunderstandings can occur If your concern has not been resolved to your satisfaction the following steps should be taken STEP ONE Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management Normally concerns can be quickly resolved at that level If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales service or parts manager contact the owner of the dealership or the general manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the GMC Consumer Relations Manager by calling 1 800 GMC 8782 1 800 462 8782 Customer Assistance prompt In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield Dea
290. tly pull it off the hinge Don t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating If you do it won t be able to back away from the heating element when it s ready That can make it overheat damaging the lighter and the heating element NOTICE When using the cigarette lighter as an accessory power outlet maximum electrical load must not NOTICE Don t put papers and other things that burn into your ashtrays If you do cigarettes or other smoking materials could set them on fire causing damage exceed 20 amps Always turn off any electrical equipment when not in use Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain your battery 2 55 Sun Visors To block out glare you can swing down the visors You can also swing them from side to side Your visors may have an extension that can be pulled out for additional glare protection Visor Vanity Mirror If Equipped Some visors have mirrors built in with or without lamps Just lift the mirror cover on each visor to turn the lamps on Accessory Power Outlet You can plug accessory electrical equipment into an accessory power outlet Just pull on the outlet cover to remove it and follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical equipment that you install The accessory power outlet is located on the passenger s side of the front storage compartment These circuits are protected by a fu
291. 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 rolling code garage door opener should now recognize HomeLink You may either use HomeLink or the hand held transmitter to open the garage door If after following these instructions you still have problems training the garage door opener contact the manufacturer of HomeLink at 1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com Canadian Programming Canadian Owners During programming the hand held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting after two seconds In this case you should press and hold the HomeLink button see Steps 2 and 3 under Programming the HomeLink Transmitter while you press and re press cycle your hand held transmitter every two seconds until HomeLink is trained Operating the HomeLink Transmitter Press and hold the appropriate button on HomeLink for at least half of a second The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted Erasing Channels To erase all three programmed channels hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash approximately 20 seconds Release both buttons Resetting Defaults To reset HomeLink to default settings hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash approximately 20 seconds Continue
292. ts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you re stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Don t spin the wheels above 35 mph 55 km h as shown on the speedometer 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 Tire Chains in the Index Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear By slowly spinning your wheels in the forward and reverse directions you will cause a rocking motion that may free your vehicle If that doesn t get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle in the Index 5 33 Section 6 Service and Appearance Care 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
293. ty Scheduled Maintenance 48 000 Miles 80 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper 5 rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 0 000 Miles 83 000 km If you haven t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and therefore haven t changed your automatic transmission fluid change both the fluid and filter Change transfer case fluid 5 1 000 Miles 85 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 19 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 54 000 Miles 90 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emi
294. ubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 24 000 Miles 40 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional information See footnote 27 000 Miles 45 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY 7 13 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 30 000 Miles 50 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever o
295. uid loss could indicate a problem check and have it repaired if needed Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks Inspect other brake parts including drums wheel cylinders calipers parking brake etc Check parking brake adjustment You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking 7 49 Part D Recommended Fluids USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT and Lubricants Hydraulic Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid Fluids and lubricants identified below by name Brake System GM Part No 12377967 or part number or specification may be obtained from equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid your dealer T Windshield GM Optikleen Washer USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT Washer Solvent Solvent GM Part No 1051515 or equivalent Engine Oil Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified Parking Brake Chassis Lubricant GM Part for Gasoline Engines starburst Cable Guides No 12377985 or equivalent or symbol of the proper viscosity To lubricant meeting requirements determine the preferred viscosity of NLGI 2 Category LB for your vehicle s engine see or GC LB Engine Oil in the Index
296. urface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at ADD or a little higher When your engine is warm the level should be up to FULL HOT or a little higher passenger s side at the front Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot 6 31 Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank but be careful Radiator Pressure Cap not to spill it The radiator pressure cap is located in the engine POAN compartment on the 7 m gt passenger s side of RADIATOR RADIATEUR i You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot a Pat tS the yemede engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol Caa and it will burn if the engine parts are hot Tapaa 8 ouae enough Don t spill coolant on a hot engine Occasionally check the coolant level in the radiator For information on how to add coolant to the radiator see Cooling System in the Index NOTICE Your radiator cap is a 15 psi 105 kPa pressure type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating Be sure
297. urn it counterclockwise to decrease volume RECALL Pressing this knob will display the station being played or it will display the clock Clock display is available with the ignition turned off Finding a Station AM FM Press this knob to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display shows your selection TUNE Turn this knob to tune in radio stations lt SEEK D Press the right or left arrow to seek to the next or previous station and stay there lt SCAN D 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 four numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations You can set up to 21 stations seven AM seven FM1 and seven FM2 by performing the following steps 1 Turn the radio on Press AM FM to select AM FM1 or FM2 Tune in the desired station PGS Press SET SET will appear on the display 3 11 5 Press one of the four pushbuttons within five seconds Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton the station you set will return 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton In addition to the four stations already set up to three more stations may be preset on each band by pressing two adjoining pushbuttons at the same time and by performing the following steps 1 Tune in the desired station 2 Press S
298. vehicle is to have really good braking Your vehicle was designed and tested with top quality GM brake parts When you replace parts of your braking system for example when your brake linings wear down and you need new ones put in be sure you get new approved GM replacement parts If you don t your brakes may no longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you ve come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free ACDelco battery When it s time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco battery See Engine Compartment Overview in the Index for battery location WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Vehicle 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 Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be badly hurt if you aren t careful See Jump Starting i
299. vice ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY Lubricate chassis components or every 3 months whichever occurs first See footnote For Two Wheel Drive vehicles only Clean and repack the front wheel bearings or at each brake relining whichever occurs first Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions change the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions Replace filter if necessary An Emission Control Service See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking 7 24 Short Trip City Scheduled Maintenance 78 000 Miles 130 000 km Change engine oil and filter or every 3 months whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote Check rear front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation in the Index for prop
300. warning light will stay on See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light in the Index Let s say the road is wet and you re driving safely Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you You slam on the brakes and continue braking Here s what happens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly Remember Anti lock 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 brakes Using Anti Lock Don t pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti lock work for you You may feel the brakes vibrate or you may notice some noise but this is normal Braking in Emergencies With anti lock you can steer and brake at the same time In many emergencies steeri
301. whether it s pavement or gravel the condition of the road wet dry icy tire tread the condition of your brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking That means better braking and longer brake life If your engine ever stops while you re driving brake normally but don t pump your brakes If you do the pedal may get harder to push down If your engine stops you will still have some power brake assist But you will use it when you brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti Lock Brake System ABS Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid When you start your engine and begin to drive away your anti lock brake system will check itself You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test is going on This is normal ANTI LOCK United States Canada If there s a problem with the anti lock brake system this
302. wise to wear sunglasses Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night But if you re driving don t wear sunglasses at night They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to readjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who doesn t lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps Keep your windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust Dirty glass makes lights dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it s easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and aren t even aware of it 4 15 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble On a wet road you can t stop accelerate or turn as well because 17 7
303. ws you to choose bass and treble equalization settings designed for country western jazz talk pop rock and classical stations Each time you press the AUTO TONE button this feature will switch to one of these program types To return the bass and treble to the manual mode either press and release the AUTO TONE button until the display goes blank or press and release the BASS or TREB knobs and turn them until the display goes blank Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade BAL Balance Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob clockwise to adjust sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise to adjust sound to the left speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers FADE Press this knob lightly so it extends Turn the knob clockwise to adjust the sound to the front speakers and counterclockwise for the rear speakers The middle position balances the sound between the speakers Push these knobs back into their stored positions when you re not using them Playing a Compact Disc Insert a disc partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in Wait a few seconds and the disc should play CD and a CD symbol will also appear on the display Anytime you are playing a CD the letters CD will be next to the CD symbol If an error appears on the display see Compact Disc Messages later in this section 3 15 1 PREV Previous Press this pushbutton to search for the pr
304. y Press this pushbutton to reduce background noise NR ON will appear on the display Press it again to turn Dolby NR off NR OFF will appear on the display 3 24 Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation lt SEEK p The right arrow is the same as the NEXT pushbutton and the left arrow is the same as the PREV pushbutton If the arrow is held or pressed more than once the player will continue moving forward or backward through the tape SEEK and a positive or negative number will appear on the display AM FM Press this button to listen to the radio when a tape is playing The tape will stop but remain in the player TAPE CD Press this button to play a tape when listening to the radio Press this button to switch between the tape and compact disc if both are loaded The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening A EJT Eject Press this button to stop a tape when it is playing or to eject a tape when it is not playing Eject may be activated with the radio off Cassette tapes may be loaded with the radio off if this button is pressed first Cassette Tape Messages CHK TAPE Check Tape If CHK TAPE appears on the radio display the tape won t play because of one of the following errors The tape is tight and the player can t turn the
305. y scratched or wet The air is very humid If so wait about an hour and try again e Ifthe CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD Press RECALL to make ERR go off of the display If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can t be corrected contact your dealer AM FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System RDS and Automatic Tone Control If Equipped Playing the Radio PWR Power Press this knob to turn the system on and off VOL Volume Turn this knob clockwise to increase volume Turn it counterclockwise to decrease volume AUTO VOL Automatic Volume With automatic volume your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive 3 17 Set the volume at the desired level Press this button to select LOW MEDIUM or HIGH AVOL will appear on the display Each higher volume setting allows for more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Then as you drive automatic volume increases the volume as necessary to overcome noise at any speed The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive NONE will appear on the display if the radio cannot determine the vehicle speed If you don t want to use automatic volume select OFF Finding a Station AM FM Press this button to switch between AM FM1 and FM2 The display will show your selection lt q TUNE p Turn this knob to choose radio
306. y is in RUN If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever push the shift lever all the way into PARK P as you maintain brake application Then move the shift lever into the gear you wish See Shifting Out of PARK P in the Index 2 23 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 To 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 in the Index NEUTRAL N In this position your engine doesn t connect with the wheels To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your vehicle is being towed 2 24 Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Don t shift out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N while your engine is racing NOTICE Damage to your transmission caused by shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N with the engine racing isn t covered by your warranty DRIVE D This position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you re Going less than about 35 mph 55 km
307. your tire to road traction isn t as good as on dry roads M i M y W i y Hi Hit iy Wh And if your tires don t have much tread left you ll get LALI y j Jif My Wy fl yj yii even less traction It s always wise to go slower and be tfi ve f Hf i 1 fo cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving a Myf y The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes j j 4 are tuned for driving on dry pavement LLL phy I ih j The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking i It s wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts 4 16 Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid puddles But if you can t try to slow down before you hit them Wet brakes can cause accidents They won t work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash
308. your vehicle has all wheel drive your engine s driving power is sent to all four wheels for extra traction when needed This is like four wheel drive but there is no separate lever or switch to engage or disengage the front axle It is fully automatic and adjusts itself as needed for road conditions You may experience a brief vehicle vibration upon acceleration when driving in slippery conditions This is normal and is an indication that the all wheel drive system is functioning properly Horn To sound the horn press the horn symbol on the center of the steering wheel A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you exit and enter the vehicle CAW Pe EF D iva lt j The lever on the driver s side of the steering column includes the following Turn and Lane Change Signals Headlamp High Low Beam Changer Flash to Pass Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cruise Control Option The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is located on the left side of the steering column To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever to lock the wheel in place For information on the exterior lamps see Exterior Lamps later in this section Turn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has tw

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