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2000 Chevrolet Blazer Owner's Manual Litho in U.S.A. Part Number C2011 A First Edition © Copyright General Motors Corporation 1999 All Rights Reserved i.
Table of Contents Keys and Door Locks Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System (If Equipped) Endgate/Liftgate Automatic Transmission (If Equipped) Manual Transmission Operation (If Equipped) Four-Wheel Drive.
Comfort Controls and Audio Systems Your Driving and the Road Table of Contents (cont'd) Braking/Anti-lock Brakes Steering Driving Tips for Various Road Conditions Off-Road Driving Recreational Ve.
iv Table of Contents (cont'd) Maintenance Schedule Service and Appearance Care Section 7 Section 6 Scheduled Maintenance Periodic Maintenance Inspections Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Mainten.
Table of Contents (cont'd) Customer Assistance Information In the Index you will find an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual.
vi GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET , the CHEVROLET Emblem and the name BLAZER are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. W e reserve the right to make changes in the product after that time without further notice.
vii 2 - Door Utility 4 - Door Utility About Driving Y our V ehicle As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident. Be sure to read the “o n - pavement” and “o f f - road” driving guidelines in this manual.
viii Y ou 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.” V ehicle Damage W arnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: NOTICE: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle.
ix For example, these symbols are used on an original battery: CAUTION POSSIBLE INJUR Y PROTECT EYES BY SHIELDING CAUSTIC BA TTERY ACID COULD CAUSE BURNS A VOID SP ARKS OR FLAMES SP ARK OR FLAME COULD.
For a More Detailed Look at What's Under the Hood See Section 6 Service Station Guide Oil Viscosity Engine Oil See Section 6 Engine Oil Dipstick See Section 6 Fuel Use unleaded gas only, 87 Octane or higher.
1- 1-1 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems Here you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly .
1-2 Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats -- how to adjust them, and fold them up and down. Manual Front Seat CAUTION: Y ou can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving.
1-3 Manual Lumbar Support If you have this feature, there will be a knob on the outside of the driver and passenger bucket seats. T urn the knob counterclockwise to increase lumbar support and clockwise to decrease lumbar support. Power Seats (If Equipped) If you have this feature, there will be a control pad on the outside of your seat.
1-4 Raise the rear of the seat by raising the rear edge of the button. Lower the rear of the seat by lowering the rear edge of the button. Move the seat rearward by moving the whole button toward the rear of the vehicle. Moving the whole button up or down raises or lowers the whole seat.
1-5 Memory Seat (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this feature, the control on the driver ’ s seat looks like this. Y ou can use this memory function to save your seat cushion and seatback settings by using the following procedure: 1. Adjust the driver ’ s seat to a safe and comfortable driving position.
1-6 Heated Front Seats (If Equipped) If you have this feature, the control is located on the side of the seat. This feature will quickly heat the lower cushion and lower back of the driver and front passenger seats for added comfort. Press the lower part of the switch to turn the heater on low .
1-7 But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re r eclined like this.
1-8 Head Restraints Head restraints are fixed on some models and adjustable on others. Slide an adjustable head restraint up or down so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash.
1-9 Easy Entry Seat (2-Door Models) The right front seat of your vehicle makes it easy to get in and out of the rear seat. T ilt the right front seatback completely forward and the whole seat will slide forward. Move the seatback to its original position after someone gets into the rear seat area.
1-10 T o return the head restraints to the upright position, reach behind the seats and pull the head restraint up until it locks into position. On two-door models with an inside mounted spare tire, the driver ’ s side rear seat head restraint must be lifted and held upright as the seatback is raised.
1-1 1 Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly . It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. And it explains the air bag system. CAUTION: Don’t let anyone ride where he or she can’t wear a safety belt properly .
1-12 In most states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’ s why: They work. Y ou never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person wouldn’t survive.
1-13 Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop..
1-14 The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield ... or the instrument panel ....
1-15 or the safety belts! W ith safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. Y ou get more time to stop. Y ou stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’ s why safety belts make such good sense. Here Ar e Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers Q: W on’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? A: Y ou could be -- whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not.
1-16 Q: If I’m a good driver , and I never drive far fr om home, why should I wear safety belts? A: Y ou may be an excellent driver , but if you’re in an accident -- even one that isn’t your fault -- you and your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers.
1-17 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly . If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly .
1-18 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
1-19 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way . CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury .
1-20 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be ther e, not at the pelvic bones.
1-21 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury .
1-22 Q: What’ s wrong with this? A: The belt is twisted across the body . CAUTION: Y ou can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact for ces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly , or ask your dealer to fix it.
1-23 T o unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way . Before you close the door , be sure the belt is out of the way . If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women.
1-24 The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother . When a safety belt is worn properly , it’ s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly .
1-25 CAUTION: Air bags inflate with great for ce, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash.
1-26 How the Air Bag System W orks Where ar e the air bags? The driver ’ s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger ’ s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger ’ s side.
1-27 CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person. The path of an inflating air bag must be kept clear . Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other air bag covering.
1-28 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 .
1-29 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 bag may not work properly .
1-30 Adding Equipment to Y our Air Bag-Equipped V ehicle Q: If I add a push bumper or a bicycle rack to the front of my vehicle, will it keep the air bags from working pr operly? A: As long as the push bumper or bicycle rack is attached to your vehicle so that the vehicle’ s basic structure isn’t changed, it’ s not likely to keep the air bags from working properly in a crash.
1-31 When you sit in the center front seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor . T o make the belt longer , tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. T o make the belt shorter , pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug.
1-32 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.
1-33 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way , it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again. If the belt is not long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section.
1-34 The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen.
1-35 T o unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults (4-Door Models) Four-door models have rear shoulder belt comfort guides. This feature will provide added safety belt comfort for children who have outgrown child restraints and for small adults.
1-36 1. Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip. 2. 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.
1-37 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. 4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as described in “Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions” earlier in this section.
1-38 Center Rear Passenger Position (4-Door Models) Lap Belt When you sit in the center rear seating position, you have a lap safety belt which has a retractor . 1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted. 2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.
1-39 4. Position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.
1-40 CAUTION: Smaller children and babies should always be restrained in a child or infant r estraint. The instructions for the restraint will say whether it is the right type and size for your child. A very young child’ s hip bones are so small that a regular belt might not stay low on the hips, as it should.
1-41 CAUTION: Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much -- until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can’t hold it. For example, in a crash CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12-lb.
1-42 Child Restraints Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have protection provided by appropriate restraints. Q: What are the differ ent types of add-on child restraints? A: Add-on child restraints are available in four basic types.
1-43 A rear-facing infant restraint (B) positions an infant to face the rear of the vehicle. Rear-facing infant restraints are designed for infants of up to about 20 lbs. (9 kg) and about one year of age. This type of restraint faces the rear so that the infant’ s head, neck and body can have the support they need in a frontal crash.
1-44 A forward-facing child restraint (C-E) positions a child upright to face forward in the vehicle. These forward-facing restraints are designed to help protect children who are from 20 to 40 lbs. (9 to 18 kg) and about 26 to 40 inches (66 to 102 cm) in height, or up to around four years of age.
1-45 A booster seat (F) is designed for children who are about 40 to 60 lbs., or even up to 80 lbs. (18 to 27 kg, or even up to 36 kg), and about four to eight years of age. A booster seat is designed to improve the fit of the vehicle’ s safety belt system.
1-46 Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. W e at General Motors therefore recommend that you put your child restraint in a rear seat outside position.
1-47 T op Strap 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.
1-48 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position Y ou’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top strap if the child restraint has one. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say .
1-49 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 5. T o tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. If you’re using a forward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
1-50 T o remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’ s safety belt and let it go back all the way . The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger . Center Seat Positions (4-Door Models) Don’t use child restraints in these positions.
1-51 CAUTION: A child in a rear -facing child restraint can be seriously injur ed or killed if the right front passenger’ s air bag inflates. This is because the back of the rear -facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag. Always secure a rear -facing child restraint in the rear seat.
1-52 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6. T o tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. Y ou may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
1-53 Larger Children Children who have outgrown child restraints 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.
1-54 CAUTION: Never do this. Here two childr en are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spr ead the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injur ed. A belt must be used by only one person at a time.
1-55 CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way , in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’ s force would then be applied right on the child’ s abdomen.
1-56 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.
2- 2-1 Section 2 Featur es 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 and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem.
2-2 Keys CAUTION: Leaving childr en in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many r easons. A child or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in a vehicle with children.
2-3 This vehicle has one double - sided key for the ignition, endgate/liftgate, spare tire lock (two - door vehicles) and door locks. It will fit with either side up. When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer provides the owner with a pair of identical keys and a key code number .
2-4 Door Locks CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be danger ous. Passengers -- especially childr en -- can easily open the doors and fall out. When a door is locked, the inside handle won’t open it. Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle.
2-5 Power Door Locks (If Equipped) If your vehicle has power door locks, the switch is located on the armrest. Remove the ignition key and press LOCK to lock all the doors at once. T o unlock the doors, press the raised area next to the key symbol. On four - door models, the switch on each rear door works only that door ’ s lock.
2-6 Leaving Y our V ehicle If you are leaving the vehicle, take your key , open your door and set the locks from inside. Then get out and close the door . Keyless Entry System (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this feature, you can lock and unlock your doors and rear endgate from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle.
2-7 Operation UNLOCK: When you press UNLOCK, the driver ’ s door will unlock automatically , the parking lamps will flash and the interior lights will go on. If you press UNLOCK again within three seconds, the remaining doors will unlock, the parking lamps will flash and the interior lights will go on.
2-8 NOTICE: When replacing the battery , use care not to touch any of the circuitry . Static from your body transferr ed to these surfaces may damage the transmitter . T o replace the battery in the keyless entry transmitter: 1. Insert a dime in the slot between the covers of the transmitter housing near the key ring hole.
2-9 Endgate/Liftgate CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the r ear window , endgate or liftgate open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. Y ou can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. If you must drive with the rear window , endgate or liftgate open or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the rear window , endgate or liftgate: Make sure all other windows ar e shut.
2-10 When the doors are unlocked, press the button to open the glass. Reach inside the endgate to lift the handle and open the endgate. The endgate can be opened without a key if the driver ’ s door is unlocked. The endgate glass will not release if the vehicle is in gear .
2-1 1 Liftgate Release T o open a power lock system from the outside, insert the key into the lock button and turn counterclockwise. All doors will unlock. If your vehicle is equipped with remote keyless entry system, your vehicle does not have a lock on the liftgate.
2-12 Emergency Release for Opening Endgate/Liftgate 1. Peel back or slit the carpet locally to expose the access hole in the trim panel. 2. Use a thin screwdriver to reach through the access holes in both the trim panel and the hardware cover . Pry the release lever toward the passenger ’ s side until the glass latch pops open.
2-13 Theft V ehicle 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.
2-14 Content Theft - Deterrent (If Equipped) Y our vehicle may be equipped with a content theft - deterrent alarm system. W ith this system, the SECURITY light will flash as you open the door (if your ignition is off). This light reminds you to activate the theft - deterrent system.
2-15 T esting the Alarm The alarm can be tested by following these steps: 1. From inside the vehicle, lower the driver ’ s window and open the driver ’ s door . 2. Activate the system by locking the doors with the power door lock switch while the door is open, or with the remote keyless entry transmitter .
2-16 New V ehicle “Break - In” NOTICE: Y our 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).
2-17 NOTICE: Don’t operate accessories in the ACCESSOR Y position for long periods of time. Prolonged operation of accessories in the ACCESSOR Y position could drain your battery and prevent you from starting your vehicle. LOCK (B): This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transmission.
2-18 Key Release Button The key cannot be removed from the ignition of manual transmission vehicles unless the key release button is used. T o remove the key on manual transmission vehicles, turn the key to OFF . Then turn the key to LOCK while pressing the key release button down at the same time.
2-19 Manual T ransmission The gear selector should be in NEUTRAL and the parking brake engaged. Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine. Y our vehicle won’t start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down -- that’ s a safety feature.
2-20 Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped) In very cold weather , 0 F ( - 18 C) or colder , the engine coolant heater can help. Y ou’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm - up. Usually , the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle.
2-21 Automatic T ransmission Operation Y our automatic transmission may have a shift lever located on the console between the seats or on the steering column. There are several different positions for your shift lever . If your vehicle is equipped with a column shift lever , it features an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument panel cluster .
2-22 Ensure the shift lever is fully in P ARK (P) before starting the engine. Y our vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. Y ou have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from P ARK (P) when the ignition key is in RUN.
2-23 DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h), push your accelerator pedal about halfway down. Going about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all the way down.
2-24 T ow/Haul Selector Switch (If Equipped) Y our vehicle may be equipped with a tow/haul selector switch. This switch will be located on the floor console. If your vehicle is equipped with the tow/haul selector switch, you can use this feature to more efficiently tow or haul a heavy load.
2-25 SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND (2). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. THIRD, FOUR TH AND FIFTH (3, 4 and 5): Shift into THIRD (3), FOUR TH (4) and FIFTH (5) the same way you do for SECOND (2).
2-26 When this light comes on, you can shift to the next higher gear if weather , road and traffic conditions let you. For the best fuel economy , accelerate slowly and shift when the light comes on. While you accelerate, it is normal for the light to go on and off if you quickly change the position of the accelerator .
2-27 Electronic T ransfer Case (If Equipped) If your four - wheel - drive vehicle has the electronic transfer case, the transfer case switches are to the right of the steering wheel. Use these switches to shift into and out of four - wheel drive. Y ou can choose among three driving settings: 2HI: This setting is for driving in most street and highway situations.
2-28 Shifting from 2HI or 4HI to 4LO T o shift from 2HI or 4HI to 4LO, the vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph (4.8 km/h) with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N) in vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission or the clutch pedal engaged in vehicles equipped with a manual transmission.
2-29 Automatic T ransfer Case (If Equipped) The transfer case switches are to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. Use these switches to shift into and out of four - wheel drive. Y ou can choose among four driving settings: 2HI: This setting is used for driving in most street and highway situations.
2-30 4HI: Use 4HI when you need extra traction, such as on snowy or icy roads or in most off - road situations. This setting also engages your front axle to help drive your vehicle. 4LO: This setting also engages your front axle and delivers extra torque.
2-31 Shifting to 2HI Press and release the 2HI switch. This can be done at any speed. Shifting to 4LO T o shift to 4LO, the vehicle’ s engine must be running and the vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph (4.8 km/h) with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N) or with the clutch pedal pressed for vehicles with manual transmission.
2-32 Shifting to NEUTRAL T o shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL, first make sure the vehicle is parked so that it will not roll: 1. Set the parking brake. 2. Start the vehicle. 3. Connect the vehicle to the towing vehicle. 4. Put the transmission in NEUTRAL (N) or have the clutch pedal pressed for vehicles with manual transmission.
2-33 Parking Brake T o set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. T o release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down.
2-34 Shifting Into P ARK (P) (Automatic T ransmission Only) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P ARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Y our vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly .
2-35 Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. T urn the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave your vehicle with the key , your vehicle is in P ARK (P). Console Shift Lever 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake.
2-36 Leaving Y our V ehicle W ith the Engine Running (Automatic T ransmission Only) CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Y our vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in P ARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set.
2-37 Shifting Out of P ARK (P) (Automatic T ransmission Only) Y our vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. Y ou have to fully apply your regular brake before you can shift from P ARK (P) when the ignition is in RUN. See “Automatic T ransmission Operation” in the Index.
2-38 Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park over papers, leaves, dry grass or other things that can burn.
2-39 Engine Exhaust CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. Y ou might have exhaust coming in if: Y our exhaust system sounds strange or different.
2-40 CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P ARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Y our vehicle can roll. Don’t leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you’ve left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly .
2-41 Power W indows (If Equipped) If you have the optional power windows, the controls are located on the armrests on each of the side doors. The switches operate the windows when the ignition is on or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is present. (See “Retained Accessory Power” in the Index.
2-42 Swing-Out Windows (2-Door Only) If your vehicle has rear swing - out windows, unlatch them at their clasps and push out on the glass to open them. When you close the window , be sure the latch catches. Horn T o sound the horn, press the horn symbols on the steering wheel pad.
2-43 T urn Signal/Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your: T urn and Lane Change Signals Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer Flash - to - Pass W indshield W ipers W indshield W asher Cruise Control (If Equipped) T urn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions.
2-44 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.
2-45 Windshield W ipers Y ou control the windshield wipers by turning the band with the wiper symbol on it. For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIST . Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one wipe. If you want more wipes, hold the band on MIST longer .
2-46 Rear Window W asher/Wiper This switch is located on the instrument panel. T o turn the rear wiper on, slide the switch to either LO or HI. For delayed wiping, slide the switch to LO. For steady wiping, slide the switch to HI. T o turn the wiper off, slide the switch to OFF .
2-47 CAUTION: Cruise contr ol can be danger ous where you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise contr ol can be danger ous on slippery roads. On such r oads, fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel spinning, and you could lose control.
2-48 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, you can move the cruise control switch briefly from ON to R/A.
2-49 Ending Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control: Step lightly on the brake pedal or push the clutch pedal, if you have a manual transmission. 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.
2-50 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.
2-51 The DRL system will make your headlamps come on at reduced brightness when: the ignition is on, the headlamp switch is in automatic headlamp mode, the sensor detects daytime light, an automatic transmission is not in P ARK (P), and the parking brake is released.
2-52 Interior Lamps Brightness Control T urn the switch next to the headlamp switch up to make your instrument panel lights brighter . T urn the switch all the way up to turn on the interior lamps. Illuminated Entry Y our vehicle is equipped with an illuminated entry feature.
2-53 Dome Lamps The dome lamps will come on when you open a door . Y ou can also turn the dome lamps on by rotating the thumbwheel, located next to the parking/headlamps knob, all the way up to the top detent position. In this position, the dome lamps will remain on until they are turned off.
2-54 Electrochr omic Day/Night Inside Rearview Mirror (If Equipped) This mirror automatically changes to reduce glare from headlamps behind you. A photocell on the back of the mirror senses when it is becoming dark outside. Another photocell built into the mirror surface senses when headlamps are behind you.
2-55 Cleaning the Photocells Use a cotton swab and glass cleaner to clean the photocells when necessary . Outside Manual Adjust Mirror Adjust your outside mirrors so you can just see the side of your vehicle. Y ou can fold them before entering a car wash.
2-56 Electrochr omic Outside Rearview Mirror (If Equipped) Only the driver ’ s side outside mirror will adjust for the glare of headlamps behind you. See “Electrochromic Day/Night Inside Rearview Mirror” earlier in this section. Heated Outside Rearview Mirror (If Equipped) When you operate the rear window defogger , a defogger also warms the heated outside rearview mirrors to help clear them of ice, snow and condensation.
2-57 Reading Lamps Press the button near each lamp to turn the reading lamps on and off. The lamps can also be swiveled to point in the desired direction. Installing a Garage Door Opener If you have a garage door opener , the front overhead compartment can be used to conveniently store the opener .
2-58 The pegs inside the compartment door are used to make sure the button on the compartment door will contact the control button on the garage door opener . Add one peg at a time until the garage door opener operates with the compartment door closed when you press the button.
2-59 T emperature and Compass Display The outside air temperature and the compass are displayed at the front of the overhead console. The control buttons are located to the left of the display . T urn the display on or off by pressing the ON/OFF button.
2-60 1. Find your location on the zone map. Note your zone number . 2. Press and hold both the ON/OFF and the US/MET buttons. The display will go off. 3. After five seconds, V AR CAL will appear on the display . When it does, release both buttons. 4. Press US/MET until your zone number appears on the display .
2-61 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. Y ou 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.
2-62 T o reset the trip computer, press the MODE and US/MET buttons simultaneously for at least two seconds. All functions will be displayed for half a second once the system is reset. Reset can only be performed in the A VG ECON, FUEL USED and A VG SPEED modes.
2-63 If your vehicle has the center armrest compartment, lift the cover to expose the storage area which includes slots for cassettes or compact discs and a coinholder . Convenience Net (If Equipped) Y ou may have a convenience net in the rear of your vehicle to help keep small items, like gloves and light clothing, in place during sharp turns or quick stops and starts.
2-64 Cargo Cover (If Equipped) If you have the optional cargo cover , you can use it to cover items in the cargo area of your vehicle. Grasp the handle and unroll the cover . Latch the posts into the sockets on the inside trim panel on the passenger ’ s side of the vehicle to secure it.
2-65 Luggage Carrier (Option) CAUTION: If you try to carry something on top of your vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier -- like paneling, plywood, a mattress, and so forth -- the wind can catch it as you drive along. This can cause you to lose control.
2-66 NOTICE: Loading cargo that weighs more than 200 lbs. (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. When loading cargo on the roof panel, be sure it r ests on the slats and does not scratch or damage the vehicle.
2-67 Sun V isors T o block out glare, you can pull the visor down. Y ou can also swing the visor from side - to - side. V isor V anity Mirr or Pull the sun visor down and lift the cover to expose the vanity mirror . Illuminated V isor V anity Mirror (If Equipped) Pull the sun visor down and lift the mirror cover to turn on the lamps.
2-68 OnStar System (If Equipped) OnStar is a vehicle communications service. The following services are available through a subscription with OnStar and are available 24 hours a day: Emergency Services Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment Theft Notification and Stolen - V ehicle Tracking Roadside Assistance with Location Remote Diagnostics OnStar MED - NET Accident Assist Convenience Services Remote Door Unlock Route Support Concierge Services Ride Assist A complete user ’ s guide is provided with the OnStar System.
2-69 HomeLink T ransmitter (If Equipped) Mini Console Full - Size Console 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.
2-70 Programming the T ransmitter Do not use the HomeLink T ransmitter 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.
2-71 Note to Canadian Owners: During programming, the hand - held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting after one or two seconds. In this case, you should press and re - press the button on the hand - held transmitter every two seconds without ever releasing the button on the HomeLink T ransmitter .
2-72 2. Press the training button on the garage door opener motor head unit. An indicator light will begin to flash when the motor head unit enters the training mode. Following this step, you have 30 seconds to start Step 3. 3. Return to the HomeLink T ransmitter in your vehicle and firmly press and release the HomeLink T ransmitter button you have already programmed for two to three seconds.
2-73 Instrument Panel A. Air V ents B. Instrument Cluster C. T ransfer Case (If Equipped) D. Glove Box E. Audio System F . Auxiliary Power Outlets G. Rear W indow Defogger H. Comfort Controls I. Ashtray J. Rear Liftgate Release K. Rear W indow W asher/W iper L.
2-74 Instrument Panel Cluster Y our instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. Y ou’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel you’ve used, and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically .
2-75 Optional Cluster , Canada Similar.
2-76 Speedometer and Odometer Y our speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Y our odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada).
2-77 NOTICE: Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the red range, or engine damage will occur . W arning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them.
2-78 Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the air bag symbol. The system checks the air bag’ s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors, the air bag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module.
2-79 Charging System Indicator Light The charging system light will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition, but the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working. It should go out once the engine is running. If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the charging system.
2-80 Y ou can only drive for a short time with the reading 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 serviced as soon as possible.
2-81 This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If it doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’ s a problem. If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully .
2-82 Engine Coolant T emperature Gage United States Canada This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into 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.
2-83 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 .
2-84 If the light stops flashing and remains on steady , see “If the Light Is On Steady” following. If the light continues to flash, when it is safe to do so, stop the vehicle . Find a safe place to park your vehicle. T urn the key off, wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine.
2-85 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.
2-86 CAUTION: Don’t keep driving if the oil pressur e is low . If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. Y ou or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced. NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not cover ed by your warranty .
2-87 Service Four -Wheel-Drive W arning Light (If Equipped) This light should come on briefly when you turn on the ignition, as a check to show you it is working. The SER VICE 4WD light comes on to indicate that there may be a problem with the drive system and service is required.
2-88 Check Gages Light The CHECK GAGES light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine. If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving, check your coolant temperature and engine oil pressure gages to see if they are in the warning zones.
2-89 Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with your fuel gage: At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads F (Full). It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated. For example, the gage may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank’ s capacity to fill the tank.
3- 3-1 Section 3 Comfort Contr ols and Audio Systems In this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your vehicle.
3-2 Comfort Controls W ith this system, you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your vehicle. Standard Climate Control System Fan Control The knob on the left side of the heating system control panel controls the fan speed. T o increase airflow , move the knob clockwise.
3-3 BI - LEVEL A/C: This setting cools the air entering your vehicle and directs it through the heater floor outlets as well as the instrument panel outlets. VENT : This setting directs most of the air through the instrument panel outlets and a small amount through the floor outlets.
3-4 T emperature Knob The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the desired air temperature in your vehicle. This knob will allow you to adjust the interior air temperature independently of the function knob setting. Move the knob clockwise toward 82 for warmer air .
3-5 W ith the automatic setting, the air conditioning compressor automatically cycles when needed to cool the air . In cold weather , when the system senses the need for heat, the airflow will be directed out the floor outlets. As the interior temperature approaches a desired setting, the blower speed will decrease.
3-6 BLEND: Airflow is divided equally between the heater floor outlet and the windshield defroster outlets. The air conditioning compressor may run to dehumidify the air to prevent window fogging. DEFROST : This setting directs most air through the windshield defroster outlets and some through the heater outlets.
3-7 Air Conditioning On hot days, open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape. This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down. Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best. For quick cool - down on very hot days, use MAX A/C with the temperature knob turned to the left.
3-8 Rear W indow Defogger (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this option, the rear window will have lines that warm the glass. For best results, clear the window of as much snow or ice as possible before using the rear window defogger . T o turn on the rear window defogger , find the button marked REAR with the defog symbol on the lower right corner of your climate control system.
3-9 Y ou will find air outlets in the center and on the sides of your instrument panel. Y ou can direct the airflow side - to - side by rotating the thumbwheel located in the center of the vent. The vent can be tilted up and down also. T o control the amount of airflow through the outlets, rotate the thumbwheel below the vent.
3-10 Audio Systems Y our audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. Y ou will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first. Find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all its controls, to be sure you’re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it.
3-1 1 AM-FM Stereo Playing the Radio VOLUME: This knob turns the system on and off and controls the volume. T o increase volume and turn the radio on, turn the knob clockwise. T urn it counterclockwise to decrease volume and turn the radio off. RECALL: Display the time with the ignition of f by pressing the recall knob.
3-12 PUSHBUTT ONS: The four numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. Y ou can set up to 14 stations (seven AM and seven FM). Just: 1. T urn the radio on. 2. Press AM - FM to select the band. 3. T une in the desired station. 4. Press SET .
3-13 AM-FM Stereo with Cassette T ape Player (If Equipped) Playing the Radio VOLUME: This knob turns the system on and off and controls the volume. T o increase volume and turn the radio on, turn the knob clockwise. T urn it counterclockwise to decrease volume and turn the radio off.
3-14 In addition to the four stations already set, up to three more stations may be preset on each band by pressing two adjoining buttons at the same time. Just: 1. T une in the desired station. 2. Press SET . (SET will appear on the display .) 3. Press two adjoining buttons at the same time, within five seconds.
3-15 CLN: 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 Y our Cassette T ape Player” in the Index.
3-16 SCV : Y our system has a feature called Speed - Compensated V olume (SCV). With SCV , your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive. Set the volume at the desired level. T urn the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the SCV .
3-17 P .SCAN: The preset scan button lets you scan through your favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons. Select either the AM, FM1 or FM2 mode and then press P . SCAN. It will scan through each station stored on your pushbuttons and stop for a few seconds before continuing to scan through all of the pushbuttons.
3-18 Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position. T urn the control 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.
3-19 REV (4): Press this button to rapidly reverse the tape to the beginning of the cassette or until you press REV again. The radio will play the last selected station while reversing the tape. The tape direction arrow will blink during the reverse operation.
3-20 CD Adapter Kits It is possible to use a portable CD player adapter kit with your cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape player . T o activate the bypass feature, use the following steps: 1. T urn the ignition to RUN or ACCESSOR Y .
3-21 RECALL: Display the time with the ignition of f by pressing this button. When the radio is playing, press this button to recall the station frequency . SCV : Y our system has a feature called Speed - Compensated V olume (SCV). With SCV , your audio system adjusts automatically to make up for road and wind noise as you drive.
3-22 P . SCAN: The preset scan button lets you scan through your favorite stations stored on your pushbuttons. Select either the AM, FM1 or FM2 mode and then press P . SCAN. It will scan through each station stored on your pushbuttons and stop for a few seconds before continuing to scan through all of the pushbuttons.
3-23 Once the tape is playing, use the VOL, BAL, F ADE, BASS and TREB controls just as you do for the radio. The tape symbol and a direction arrow will be on the display whenever a tape is being played. Anytime a tape is inserted, the top side is selected for play first.
3-24 CD T APE: Press this button if you have a tape loaded in the cassette tape player and the radio is turned on, to play a tape. Press AM - FM to return to the radio when a tape is playing. Press CD T APE to switch between the tape player , remote CD and console - mounted CD changer if all are loaded.
3-25 AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic T one Control (If Equipped) Playing the Radio PWR - V OL: Press this knob to turn the system on and off. T o increase volume, turn this knob clockwise. T urn it counterclockwise to decrease volume.
3-26 SCAN: Press and hold SEEK for two seconds until SCAN appears on the display . SCAN allows you to listen to stations for a few seconds. The receiver will continue to scan and momentarily stop at each station until you press the button again. The sound will mute while scanning.
3-27 AUTO T ONE: Press this button to select among the six preset equalization settings and tailor the sound to the music or voice being heard. Each time you press the button, the selection will switch to one of the preset settings of CLASSIC, NEWS, ROCK, POP , C/W (Country/W estern) or JAZZ.
3-28 PREV (1): Press PREV or the SEEK left arrow to search for the previous selection. If you hold this button or press it more than once, the disc will advance further . Sound is muted in this mode. RDM (2): Press this button to play the tracks on the disc in random order .
3-29 AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player (Bose) (If Equipped) Included with the AM - FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player are six Bose high performance speakers and a six channel Bose amplifier . Please see your dealer for details. Playing the Radio PWR - V OL: Press this knob to turn the system on and off.
3-30 SEEK: Press the right arrow to tune to the next higher station and the left arrow to tune to the next lower station and stay there. The sound will mute while seeking. SCAN: Press and hold SEEK for two seconds until SCAN appears on the display . SCAN allows you to listen to stations for a few seconds.
3-31 Adjusting the Speakers BAL: Press lightly on this knob to release it from its stored position. T urn the control 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.
3-32 REV (4): Press and hold REV to return rapidly to a favorite passage. Y ou will hear the disc selection play at high speed while you press the REV button. This allows you to listen and find out when the disc is at the desired selection. Release REV to resume playing.
3-33 Remote Cassette T ape Player (If Equipped) If you have an AM - FM Stereo Audio Compact Disc Automatic T one Control System that includes a remote cassette player , the cassette player is located in the center of the instrument panel. If you have an AM - FM Stereo Audio Compact Disc Automatic T one Control System that includes a remote cassette player , the cassette player is located in the front of the center console.
3-34 (5): Press this pushbutton to turn Dolby on and off. Dolby is active when a tape is inserted in the remote cassette. The double - D symbol will appear on the display . Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
3-35 Y ou must first load the magazine with discs before you can play a compact disc. Load the CDs from bottom to top, placing the discs in the magazine label side up. If you load a disc label side down, the disc will not play and an error will occur .
3-36 Whenever a CD magazine with discs is loaded in the changer , the CD changer symbol will appear on the radio display . If the CD changer is checking the magazine for CDs, the CD symbol will flash on the display until the changer is ready to play .
3-37 PREV (1): Press this button or the SEEK left arrow to go to the previous track if the current selection has been playing for less than eight seconds. If the PREV button is pressed and the current selection has been playing for more than eight seconds, it will go to the beginning of the current selection.
3-38 Theft-Deterrent Featur e (If Equipped) THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of your radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever battery power is removed. The THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used or ignored.
3-39 Unlocking the Theft - Deterr ent Featur e After a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than 15 seconds between steps: 1. T urn the ignition on. LOC will appear on the display . 2. Press MN and 000 will appear on the display .
3-40 T o unlock a secured radio, see “Unlocking the Theft - Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss” earlier in this section. Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped) If your vehicle has this feature, you can control certain radio functions using the buttons on your steering wheel.
3-41 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.
3-42 Care of Y our Cassette T ape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality , ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and extreme heat.
3-43 3. Insert the scrubbing action cleaning cassette. 4. W ithin five seconds, press and hold the REV and FWD buttons at the same time for three seconds. The tape symbol on the display will flash, showing that the cut tape detection feature is no longer active.
3-44 Care of Y our 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.
4- 4-1 Section 4 Y our Driving and the Road Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions.
4-2 Y our Driving, the Road and Y our V ehicle Whenever we drive, we’re taking on an important responsibility . This is true for any motor vehicle -- passenger car , van, truck or sport utility . Driver behavior , the driving environment, and the vehicle’ s design all affect how well a vehicle performs.
4-3 Driving Environment Y ou can also help avoid a rollover or other type of crash by being prepared for driving in inclement weather , at night, or during other times where visibility or traction may be limited (such as on curves, slippery roads or hilly terrain).
4-4 Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively . Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. (See “Safety Belts” in the Index.) Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.
4-5 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.
4-6 There is a gender difference, too. W omen generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men. Since alcohol is carried in body water , this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks.
4-7 CAUTION: Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Y our reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol. Y ou can have a serious -- or even fatal -- collision if you drive after drinking. Please don’t drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking.
4-8 Braking Braking action involves per ception time and r eaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That’ s per ception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That’ s r eaction time. A verage r eaction time is about 3/4 of a second.
4-9 Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Y our vehicle has anti - lock brakes (ABS). 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.
4-10 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. Y ou can steer around the obstacle while braking hard. As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly .
4-1 1 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.
4-12 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.
4-13 Off - Road Recovery Y ou 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.
4-14 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.
4-15 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.
4-16 Off - Road Driving with Y our Four - Wheel - Drive V ehicle This off - road guide is for vehicles that have four - wheel drive. Also, see “Anti - Lock Brakes” in the Index. If your vehicle doesn’t have four - wheel drive, you shouldn’t drive of f - road unless you’re on a level, solid surface.
4-17 CAUTION: Cargo on the load floor piled higher than the seatbacks can be thrown forward during a sudden stop. Y ou or your passengers could be injured. Keep cargo below the top of the seatbacks. Unsecur ed cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when driving over rough terrain.
4-18 T raveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip, especially when going to a remote area. Know the terrain and plan your route. Y ou are much less likely to get bad surprises. Get accurate maps of trails and terrain. T ry to learn of any blocked or closed roads.
4-19 Scanning the T errain Off - road driving can take you over many different kinds of terrain. Y ou need to be familiar with the terrain and its many different features. Here are some things to consider . Surface Conditions . O f f - roading can take you over hard - packed dirt, gravel, rocks, grass, sand, mud, snow or ice.
4-20 Driving on Off-Road Hills Off - road driving often takes you up, down or across a hill. Driving safely on hills requires good judgment and an understanding of what your vehicle can and can’t do. There are some hills that simply can’t be driven, no matter how well built the vehicle.
4-21 Driving Uphill Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, you need to take some special steps. Use a low gear and get a firm grip on the steering wheel. Get a smooth start up the hill and try to maintain your speed. Don’t use more power than you need, because you don’t want your wheels to start spinning or sliding.
4-22 Q: What should I do if my vehicle stalls, or is about to stall, and I can’t make it up the hill? A: If this happens, there are some things you should do, and there are some things you must not do. First, here’ s what you should do: Push the brake pedal to stop the vehicle and keep it from rolling backwards.
4-23 Q: Suppose, after stalling, I try to back down the hill and decide I just can’t do it. What should I do? A: Set the parking brake, put your transmission in P ARK (P) (or the manual transmission in FIRST (1)) and turn off the engine. Leave the vehicle and go get some help.
4-24 Driving Downhill When off - roading takes you downhill, you’ll want to consider a number of things: How steep is the downhill? W ill I be able to maintain vehicle control? What’ s the surface like? Smooth? Rough? Slippery? Hard - packed dirt? Gravel? Are there hidden surface obstacles? Ruts? Logs? Boulders? What’ s at the bottom of the hill? Is there a hidden creek bank or even a river bottom with large rocks? If you decide you can go down a hill safely , then try to keep your vehicle headed straight down, and use a low gear .
4-25 Q: Are ther e some things I should not do when driving down a hill? A: Y es! These are important because if you ignore them you could lose control and have a serious accident. When driving downhill, avoid turns that take you across the incline of the hill.
4-26 Driving Across an Incline Sooner or later , an off - road trail will probably go across the incline of a hill. If this happens, you have to decide whether to try to drive across the incline. Here are some things to consider: A hill that can be driven straight up or down may be too steep to drive across.
4-27 Stalling on an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you’re crossing an incline, be sure you (and your passengers) get out on the uphill side, even if the door there is harder to open. If you get out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll over , you’ll be right in its path.
4-28 When you drive on sand, you’ll sense a change in wheel traction. But it will depend upon how loosely packed the sand is. On loosely packed sand (as on beaches or sand dunes) your tires will tend to sink into the sand. This has an effect on steering, accelerating and braking.
4-29 CAUTION: Driving through rushing water can be danger ous. Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream and you and your passengers could drown. If it’ s only shallow water , it can still wash away the ground fr om under your tires, and you could lose traction and roll the vehicle over .
4-30 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 .
4-31 They may cut down on glare from headlamps, but they also make a lot of things invisible. Y ou 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.
4-32 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. It’ s wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank filled with washer fluid.
4-33 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.
4-34 Driving Thr ough Flowing W ater CAUTION: Flowing or rushing water creates str ong forces. If you try to drive through flowing water , as you might at a low water crossing, your vehicle can be carried away . As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle.
4-35 One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. Y ou’ll want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: Know the best way to get to where you are going.
4-36 The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most of the other drivers are driving. T oo - fast or too - slow driving breaks a smooth traffic flow . T reat the left lane on a freeway as a passing lane.
4-37 Here are some things you can check before a trip: W indshield W asher Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are all windows clean inside and outside? W iper 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? T ir es: They are vitally important to a safe, trouble - free trip.
4-38 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.
4-39 CAUTION: Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignition off is dangerous. Y our brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they wouldn’t work well. Y ou would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill.
4-40 Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: Have your vehicle in good shape for winter . Y ou may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle. Include an ice scraper , a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth and reflective warning triangles.
4-41 What’ s the worst time for this? “W et ice.” V ery 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. Y ou can get wet ice when it’ s about freezing (32 F; 0 C) and freezing rain begins to fall.
4-42 If Y ou’re Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow , you could be in a serious situation. Y ou 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: T urn on your hazard flashers.
4-43 CAUTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. Y ou 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.
4-44 Recreational V ehicle T owing There may be times when you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for use at your destination. Be sure to use the proper towing equipment designed for recreational vehicle towing. Follow the instructions for the towing equipment.
4-45 Four -Wheel-Drive V ehicles (Automatic T ransfer Case) Use the following procedure to correctly tow your vehicle on all four wheels: 1. Firmly set the parking brake. 2. Place the transmission in P ARK (P). 3. Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle.
4-46 Loading Y our V ehicle The Certification/T ire label is found on the driver ’ s door edge, above the door latch. The label shows the size of your original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle.
4-47 Using heavier suspension components to get added durability might not change your weight ratings. Ask your dealer to help you load your vehicle the right way . NOTICE: Y our warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of overloading.
4-48 Payload The payload capacity is shown on the Certification/T ire label. This is the maximum load capacity that your vehicle can carry . Be sure to include the weight of the occupants 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.
4-49 Y our vehicle may be able to tow a trailer . T o identify what the vehicle trailering capacity is for your vehicle, you should read the information in “W eight of the T railer” that appears later in this section. If yours was built with trailering options, as many are, it’ s ready for heavier trailers.
4-50 T ow/Haul Mode (V6 Engine, Automatic T ransmission Equipped Models) (If Equipped) The T ow/Haul Mode is a feature that assists when pulling a heavy trailer . The purpose of the T ow/Haul Mode is: Reduce the frequency of shifts when pulling a heavy trailer .
4-51 W eight of the T railer 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.
4-52 W eight of the T railer T ongue 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 V ehicle W eight (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.
4-53 Hitches It’ s important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, lar ge 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 3,500 lbs.
4-54 Driving with a T railer CAUTION: If you have a rear - most window open and you pull a trailer with your vehicle, carbon monoxide (CO) could come into your vehicle. Y ou can’t see or smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness or death. (See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index.
4-55 Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer . This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Passing Y ou’ll need more passing distance up ahead when you’re towing a trailer .
4-56 T urn Signals When T owing a T railer When you tow a trailer , your vehicle has to have extra wiring and a heavy - duty turn signal flasher (included in the optional trailering package). The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change.
4-57 Parking on Hills CAUTION: Y ou really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, your rig could start to move. People can be injured, and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’ s how to do it: 1.
4-58 When Y ou 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.
4-59 T railer Wiring Harness The light - duty trailer wiring is a six - wire harness assembly . The optional heavy - duty trailer wiring is an eight - wire harness assembly . The harnesses are stored under the vehicle, along the passenger - side frame crossmember on two - door vehicles or on the driver ’ s side corner frame rear crossmember on four - door vehicles.
5- 5-1 Section 5 Pr oblems on the Road Here you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. 5 - 2 Hazard W arning Flashers 5 - 2 Other W arning Devices 5 - 3 Jump Starting 5 -.
5-2 Hazard W arning Flashers Y our hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Y our front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. Press the button on top of the steering column all the way down to make your front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off.
5-3 Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. But please use the following steps to do it safely . CAUTION: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: They contain acid that can burn you.
5-4 2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other . If they are, it could cause a ground connection you don’t want. Y ou wouldn’t be able to start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems.
5-5 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged too. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you should know . Positive (+) will go to positive (+) and negative ( - ) will go to a heavy , unpainted metal engine part.
5-6 Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative cable doesn’t go to the dead battery . It goes to a heavy , unpainted metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the dead battery . 9. Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) away from the dead battery , but not near engine parts that move.
5-7 12. Remove the cables in reverse order to prevent electrical shorting. T ake care that they don’t touch each other or any other metal. Removal Procedur e A. Heavy , Unpainted Metal Engine Part B. Good Battery C. Dead Battery T owing Y our V ehicle CAUTION: T o help avoid serious personal injury to you or others: Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that is being towed.
5-8 NOTICE: Use the proper towing equipment to avoid damage to the bumper , fascia or fog lamp areas of the vehicle. W ith current trends in automotive styles and design, it is essential that the correct towing equipment is used to tow a vehicle. Y our vehicle can be towed with wheel lift or car carrier equipment.
5-9 Engine Overheating Y ou will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’ s instrument panel. See “Gages” in the Index. If Steam Is Coming From Y our Engine CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly , even if you just open the hood.
5-10 If No Steam Is Coming From Y our Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: Climb a long hill on a hot day . Stop after high - speed driving.
5-1 1 Cooling System When you decide it’ s safe to lift the hood, here’ s what you’ll see: A. Coolant Recovery T ank B. Radiator Pressure Cap C. Engine Fan If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don’t do anything else until it cools down.
5-12 CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Don’t touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Don’t run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and you could be burned.
5-13 How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery T ank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at the ADD mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and DEX - COOL engine coolant at the coolant recovery tank. (See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for more information.
5-14 CAUTION: Y ou can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Don’t spill coolant on a hot engine. When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at the ADD mark, start your vehicle.
5-15 How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1. Y ou can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. T urn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops.
5-16 3. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX - COOL coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck. (See “Engine Coolant” in the Index for more information about the proper coolant mixture.) 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to ADD mark.
5-17 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. W atch out for the engine cooling fan. 7. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator filler neck may be lower . If the level is lower , add more of the proper DEX - COOL coolant mixture through the filler neck until the level reaches the base of the filler neck.
5-18 Engine Fan Noise This vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. When the clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine. In most everyday driving conditions, the clutch is not engaged. This improves fuel economy and reduces fan noise.
5-19 Changing a Flat Tir e If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. T urn on your hazard warning flashers. CAUTION: Changing a tire can cause an injury . The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people.
5-20 Removing the Spare T ire and T ools The jacking equipment you’ll need is stored along the driver ’ s side inner rear quarter panel. In some cases, you may have to remove the spare tire in order to reach the jack. Y our vehicle is also equipped with work gloves and a plastic ground mat to assist in the changing of a flat tire.
5-21 When the tire has been completely lowered, tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening. Pull the tire out from under the vehicle. NOTICE: T o help avoid vehicle damage, do not drive the vehicle before the cable is pr operly stored.
5-22 The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A) and wheel wrench (B). Y our vehicle may also have an optional hub cap removal tool. Position the chisel end of your wheel wrench, or the hub cap removal tool (if equipped), in the notch of the hub cap and pry off the hub cap.
5-23 If you have individual wheel nut caps that cover each nut, they must be removed in order to get to the wheel nuts. Use the socket end of the wheel wrench to remove the wheel nut caps. Y our wheel nut caps may attach your hub cap to the wheel. Remove these wheel nut caps before you take off the hub cap.
5-24 A. Front Frame Hole B. Rear Frame Hole (2 - Door) or Spring Hanger Hole (4 - Door) CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.
5-25 4. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit. 5. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire. 6. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel.
5-26 CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Y our wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident. 7. Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface. 8. Put the nuts on by hand. Make sure the rounded end is toward the wheel.
5-27 9. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely . 10. Use the wrench to tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. CAUTION: Incorr ect wheel nuts or impr operly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off.
5-28 NOTICE: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. T o avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the pr oper torque specification. Storing a Flat or Spare T ire and T ools CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury .
5-29 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle, with the valve stem pointed down and to the rear . 2. Pull the retainer through the wheel. 3. Put the chisel end of the wheel wrench, on an angle, through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft.
5-30 Follow this diagram for the inside - mounted spare. A. Spare or Flat T ire B. Retainer C. Nut D. Wheel Carrier E. Hook Follow this diagram for the rear - mounted spare. A. Wheel Carrier B. Spare or Flat T ire C. Wheel Nut and Locking Nut Cylinder Reinstall the locking wheel nut using the wheel wrench.
5-31 CAUTION: Make sure the tir e and carrier are secur e. Driving with the tire or carrier unlatched could injure pedestrians or damage the vehicle. Return the jack, wheel wrench and wheel blocks to the proper location in your vehicle’ s rear area.
5-32 If Y ou’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.
5-33 Rocking Y our V ehicle T o Get It Out First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. If you have a four - wheel drive vehicle, shift into 4HI. Then shift back and forth between REVERSE (R) and a forward gear (or with a manual transmission, between FIRST (1) or SECOND (2) and REVERSE (R)), spinning the wheels as little as possible.
5-34 CAUTION: The recovery hooks, when used, ar e under a lot of force. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle. The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured fr om the chain or cable snapping back.
6- 6-1 Section 6 Service and Appearance Car e Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel information, and then it shows how to check important fluid and lubricant levels. There is also technical information about your vehicle, and a part devoted to its appearance care.
6-2 Service Y our dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. W e hope you’ll go to your dealer for all your service needs. Y ou’ll get genuine GM parts and GM - trained and supported service people. W e hope you’ll want to keep your GM vehicle all GM.
6-3 CAUTION: Y ou can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it. Be sure you have sufficient knowledge, experience, the proper r eplacement parts and tools before you attempt any vehicle maintenance task.
6-4 If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission Standards (indicated on the underhood emission control label), it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications. If such fuels are 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.
6-5 Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel may be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel wouldn’t be covered by your warranty .
6-6 The fuel cap is behind a hinged door on driver ’ s side of your vehicle. While refueling, hang the cap by the tether from the hook on the filler door . T o remove the cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). The cap has a spring in it; if you let go of the cap too soon, it will spring back to the right.
6-7 CAUTION: If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fuel filler cap too quickly . This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather .
6-8 Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION: Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor . Y ou can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs.
6-9 T o open the hood, first pull the handle inside the vehicle on the lower driver ’ s side of the instrument panel. Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary hood release. Lift the hood, release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood.
6-10 When you lift the hood, you’ll see these items: A. Battery B. Coolant Recovery T ank C. Engine Oil Dipstick D. Engine Oil Fill E. Automatic Transmission Dipstick F . Power Steering Reservoir G. Brake Master Cylinder H. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter I.
6-1 1 Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly . Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop. Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer . Then just pull the hood down firmly to close.
6-12 Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it back in all the way . Remove it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level. When to Add Engine Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need to add at least one quart of oil.
6-13 What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the starburst symbol. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Do not use any oil which does not carry this starburst symbol.
6-14 As shown in the chart, 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.
6-15 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 causes engine oil to break down slower .
6-16 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 1. T o remove the air cleaner , remove the fasteners that hold the cover on. 2. Remove the cover and lift out the air filter . 3. Insert a new air filter , then replace the air cleaner cover . 4. T ighten the fasteners to hold the cover in place.
6-17 Automatic T ransmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed. Change both the fluid and filter every 15,000 miles (25 000 km) 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 .
6-18 W ait at least 30 minutes before checking the transmission fluid level if you have been driving: When outside temperatures are above 90 F (32 C). At high speed for quite a while. In heavy traffic -- especially in hot weather . While pulling a trailer .
6-19 Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: 1. The handle for the automatic transmission dipstick is located near the center of the engine compartment. Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel.
6-20 How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot. (A cold check is used only as a reference.
6-21 Check the fluid level only when your engine is off, the vehicle is parked on a level place and the transmission is cool enough for you to rest your fingers on the transmission case. Then, follow these steps: 1. Remove the filler plug. 2. Check that the lubricant level is up to the bottom of the filler plug hole.
6-22 When to Check and What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should check the fluid level in your clutch master cylinder reservoir and for the proper fluid. See “Owner Checks and Services” and “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.
6-23 What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Four - Wheel Drive Most lubricant checks in this section also apply to four - wheel - drive vehicles.
6-24 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 If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you may need to add some lubricant.
6-25 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.
6-26 NOTICE: If you use an improper coolant mixtur e, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn’t be cover ed by your warranty . T oo much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator , heater core and other parts.
6-27 Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX - COOL coolant mixture at the coolant r ecovery tank. CAUTION: T urning the radiator pressur e cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly .
6-28 Radiator Pressur e Cap NOTICE: Y our radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressur e - type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Be sur e the arrows on the cap line up with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck.
6-29 How to Check Power Steering Fluid T urn 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.
6-30 NOTICE: When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’ s instructions for adding water . Don’t mix water with ready - to - use washer fluid. W ater can cause the solution to fr eeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system.
6-31 So, it isn’t a good idea to “top of f” your brake fluid. Adding brake fluid won’t correct a leak. If you add fluid when your linings are worn, then you’ll have too much fluid when you get new brake linings. Y ou should add (or remove) brake fluid, as necessary , only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system.
6-32 What to Add When you do need brake fluid, use only DOT - 3 brake fluid. Refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only . Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it.
6-33 Brake W ear Y our vehicle has four - wheel disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built - in wear indicators that make a high - pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly).
6-34 Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Y our vehicle was designed and tested with top - quality GM brake parts.
6-35 Bulb Replacement Before you replace any bulbs, be sure that all the lamps are off and the engine isn’ t running. See “Replacement Bulbs” in the Index. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your GM dealer ’ s service department.
6-36 5. T urn the bulb assembly counterclockwise to remove it. 6. Put the new bulb assembly into the headlamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight. 7. Plug in the electrical connector . 8. Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle. Install the two retaining clips.
6-37 4. T urn the bulb assembly counterclockwise to remove it. 5. Put the new bulb assembly into the headlamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight. 6. Plug in the electrical connector . 7. Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle. Install the two retaining clips.
6-38 T wo-Piece Front T urn Signal Lamp Assembly 1. Remove the headlamp assembly as shown under “T wo - Piece Composite Headlamp System” earlier in this section. 2. Locate the locking tabs on the assembly . Squeeze the tabs together and push that end of the assembly out while holding the tabs.
6-39 T aillamps 1. Open the endgate/liftgate. 2. Remove the two screws from the lamp assembly . 3. Pull the assembly away from the vehicle. 4. T urn the socket counterclockwise to remove it. Push the tab in while you turn the socket counterclockwise. 5.
6-40 1. T o remove the old wiper blades, lift the wiper arm until it locks into a vertical position. A. Blade Assembly B. Arm Assembly C. Locking T ab D. Blade Pivot E. Hook Slot F . Arm Hook 2. Press down on the blade assembly pivot locking tab. Pull down on the blade assembly to release it from the wiper arm hook.
6-41 5. Be sure that the notches are locked by the bottom claws. Make sure that all other claws are properly locked on both sides of the insert slots. A. Claw in Notch B. Correct Installation C. Incorrect Installation 6. Put the blade assembly pivot in the wiper arm hook.
6-42 CAUTION: Poorly maintained and improperly used tir es are danger ous. Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much friction. Y ou could have an air - out and a serious accident. See “Loading Y our V ehicle” in the Index.
6-43 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. Also, check the tire pressure of the spare tire.
6-44 When rotating your tires, always use one of the correct rotation patterns shown here. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Certification/T ire label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened.
6-45 When It’ s Time for New T ires One way to tell when it’ s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. Y ou need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: Y ou can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire.
6-46 CAUTION: Mixing tires could cause you to lose contr ol while driving. If you mix tires of differ ent sizes or types (radial and bias - belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly , and you could have a crash. Using tires of differ ent sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle.
6-47 T readwear 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.
6-48 Wheel Alignment and Tir e 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.
6-49 Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION: Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. Y ou can’t know how it’ s been used or how far it’ s been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause an accident. If you have to replace a wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel.
6-50 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.
6-51 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.
6-52 Cleaning V inyl Use warm water and a clean cloth. Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. Y ou may have to do it more than once. Things like tar , asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them of f quickly . Use a clean cloth and a vinyl/leather cleaner .
6-53 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.) Don’t use abrasive cleaners on glass, because they may cause scratches.
6-54 Cleaning the Outside of Y our V ehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty , depth of color , gloss retention and durability . W ashing Y our V ehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’ s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water .
6-55 Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar , tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage your vehicle’ s finish if they remain on painted surfaces. W ash the vehicle as soon as possible.
6-56 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 .
6-57 GM V ehicle Care/Appearance Materials P ART NUMBER SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE 994954 23 in. x 25 in. Polishing Cloth – W ax Treated Exterior polishing cloth 1050172 16 oz. (0.473 L) T ar and Road Oil Remover Removes tar, road oil and asphalt 1050173 16 oz.
6-58 V ehicle Identification Number (VIN) This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver ’ s side. Y ou can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle.
6-59 Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty .
6-60 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.
6-61 Fuse/Circuit Breaker Usage A Not Used B Not Used 1 Not Used 2 Cigarette Lighter, Data Link Connector 3 Cruise Control Module and Switch, Body Control Module, Heated Seats 4 Gages, Body Control Mo.
6-62 Engine Compartment Fuse Block The fuse block is under the hood at the driver ’ s side of the engine compartment. Remove the cover by turning the fastener counterclockwise. T o reinstall the fuse panel cover , push in and turn the fastener clockwise.
6-63 Name Usage TRL TRN Trailer Left T urn TRR TRN T railer Right T urn TRL B/U T railer Back Up Lamps VEH B/U V ehicle Back Up Lamps R T TURN Right T urn Signal Front L T TURN Left Turn Signal Front .
6-64 Name Usage LD LEV Not Used OXYSEN Oxygen Sensor IGN E Engine MIR/LKS Mirrors, Door Locks FOG LP Fog Lamps IGN A Starting and Charging IGN 1 STUD #2 Accessory Feeds, Electric Brake P ARKLP Parking.
6-65 Replacement Bulbs Lamps Quantity Number Halogen Headlamps, Composite Low Beam 2 9006 HB4 Halogen Headlamps, Composite High Beam 2 9005 HB3 T ail and Stop Lamps 4 3057 Front Sidemarker Lamps 2 194 NA Front T urn Signal Lamps 2 3157 T urn Signal Lamps 2 3157 NA Capacities and Specifications Engine Description “VOR TEC” 4300 .
6-66 Capacities (Approximate) Please refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index for more information. Cooling System* Automatic T rans. 1 1.7 quarts (1 1.1 L) . . . . . . . . . . . . Manual T rans. 1 1.9 quarts (1 1.3 L) . . . . . .
6-67 V ehicle Dimensions* Wheelbase 2 - Door 100.5 inches (255.3 cm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - Door 107.0 inches (271.8 cm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Length 2WD 2 - Door 175.0 inches (444.5 cm) . . . . . . . . . . . 2WD 4 - Door 175.4 inches (445.
7- 7-1 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule This section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Y our vehicle needs these services to retain its safety , dependability and emission control performance.
7-2 Have you pur chased the GM Pr otection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your W arranty and Owner Assistance booklet, or your dealer for details. Introduction Y our V ehicle and the Envir onment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment.
7-3 How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows 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 service center do these jobs.
7-4 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Y our Maintenance Schedule W e at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know exactly how you’ll drive it. Y ou may drive very short distances only a few times a week.
Scheduled Maintenance 7-5 Short T rip/City Definition Follow the Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing.
Scheduled Maintenance 7-6 Short T rip/City Intervals Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection. Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug W ire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Positive Crankcase V entilation (PCV) V alve Inspection.
Scheduled Maintenance 7-7 Long T rip/Highway Intervals Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Chassis Lubrication (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Drive Axle Service. T ire Rotation.
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-8 The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km).
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-9 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-10 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-1 1 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-12 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-13 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-14 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-15 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-16 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-17 45,000 Miles (75 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-18 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-19 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-20 57,000 Miles (95 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-21 – 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).
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-22 66,000 Miles (1 10 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-23 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-24 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) (Continued) – 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).
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-25 81,000 Miles (135 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-26 87,000 Miles (145 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-27 – 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).
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-28 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance 7-29 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Contr ol Service. Replace spark plugs. An Emission Contr ol Service. If you haven’t used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and, therefore, haven’t changed your automatic transmission fluid, change both the fluid and filter .
Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-30 The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be performed at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km).
Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-31 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-32 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) (Continued) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: – In heavy city traf fic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F (32 C) or higher .
Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-33 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-34 37,500 Miles (62 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.
Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-35 – 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).
Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-36 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-37 67,500 Miles (1 12 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-38 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 traf fic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F (32 C) or higher .
Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-39 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-40 97,500 Miles (162 500 km) Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Contr ol Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Long T rip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance 7-41 150,000 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.
7-42 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.
7-43 At Least T wice a Y ear Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly . Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired.
7-44 At Least Once a Y ear Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D. Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all hood hinges, hood latch assembly , secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor , release pawl, door hinges, fuel door hinge, endgate hinges, outer tailgate handle pivot points, tailgate hinges, tailgate mounted spare tire (if equipped), glove box, console doors, moving seat hardware and folding seat hardware.
7-45 Automatic T ransmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly . If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below . 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle.
7-46 Parking Brake and Automatic T ransmission P ARK (P) Mechanism Check CAUTION: When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. Y ou or others could be injured and pr operty could be damaged. Make sure ther e is room in fr ont of your vehicle in case it begins to roll.
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). Y ou should let your dealer ’ s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs.
7-48 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.
7-49 Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your dealer . USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Engine Oil Engine Oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol of the proper viscosity .
7-50 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Manual T ransmission Synchromesh T ransmission Fluid (GM Part No. 12345349 or equivalent). Automatic T ransmission DEXRON - III Automatic T ransmission Fluid. Key Lock Cylinders Multi - Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No.
7-51 USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANT Clutch Pushrod to Clutch Fork Joint Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC - LB. Hood Latch Assembly , Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No.
7-52 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.
7-53 Maintenance Record DA TE ODOMETER READING SER VICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED.
7-54 Maintenance Record DA TE ODOMETER READING SER VICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED.
7-55 Maintenance Record DA TE ODOMETER READING SER VICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED.
7-56 Maintenance Record DA TE ODOMETER READING SER VICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED.
8- 8-1 Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Chevrolet if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects.
8-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedur e Y our satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally , any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer ’ s sales or service departments.
8-3 STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling 1-800-222-1020. In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French).
8-4 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 V ehicle Limited W arranty . Although you are required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing any court action, use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days.
8-5 Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 1-800-263-3777 (English) 1-800-263-7854 (French) 1-800-263-3830 (F o r T ex t T el ephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-268-6800 All Overseas Locations GMODC - Customer Communication Centre 169-007 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 T elephone: 905-644-41 12 Fax: 905-644-4866 Caribbean Numbers 1-800-496-9992 (English) Puerto Rico 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) Puerto Rico 1-800-751-4135 (English) Dominican Republic 1-800-751-4136 (Spanish) Dominican Republic 1-800-496-9994 U.
8-6 Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program T o enhance Chevrolet’ s strong commitment to customer satisfaction, Chevrolet is excited to announce the establishment of the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Center . As the owner of a 2000 Chevrolet, membership in Roadside Assistance is free.
8-7 Chevrolet offers Courtesy T ransportation for customers needing warranty service. Courtesy T ransportation will be offered in conjunction with the coverage provided by the Bumper - to - Bumper New V ehicle Limited W arranty to eligible purchasers of 2000 Chevrolet passenger cars and light duty trucks.
8-8 Courtesy T ransportation Chevrolet has always exemplified quality and value in its offering of motor vehicles. T o enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy T ransportation, a customer support program for new vehicles.
8-9 Courtesy Rental V ehicle 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.
8-10 REPOR TING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED ST A TES 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 T raffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors.
8-1 1 REPOR TING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOT ORS In addition to notifying NHTSA (or T ransport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1 - 800 - 222 - 1020, or write: Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P .
8-12 CURRENT PUBLICA TIONS FOR 2000 CHEVROLET SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body , etc. RET AIL SELL PRICE: $120.00 TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REP AIR MANUAL This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments and specifications for the 2000 GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases.
8-13 PUBLICA TION FORM NUMBER Orders will be mailed within 10 days of receipt. Please allow adequate time for postal service. If further information is needed, write to the address shown below or call 1-800-551-4123. Material cannot be returned for credit without packing slip with return information within 30 days of delivery .
Un point important après l'achat de l'appareil (ou même avant l'achat) est de lire le manuel d'utilisation. Nous devons le faire pour quelques raisons simples:
Si vous n'avez pas encore acheté Chevrolet 2000 c'est un bon moment pour vous familiariser avec les données de base sur le produit. Consulter d'abord les pages initiales du manuel d'utilisation, que vous trouverez ci-dessus. Vous devriez y trouver les données techniques les plus importants du Chevrolet 2000 - de cette manière, vous pouvez vérifier si l'équipement répond à vos besoins. Explorant les pages suivantes du manuel d'utilisation Chevrolet 2000, vous apprendrez toutes les caractéristiques du produit et des informations sur son fonctionnement. Les informations sur le Chevrolet 2000 va certainement vous aider à prendre une décision concernant l'achat.
Dans une situation où vous avez déjà le Chevrolet 2000, mais vous avez pas encore lu le manuel d'utilisation, vous devez le faire pour les raisons décrites ci-dessus,. Vous saurez alors si vous avez correctement utilisé les fonctions disponibles, et si vous avez commis des erreurs qui peuvent réduire la durée de vie du Chevrolet 2000.
Cependant, l'un des rôles les plus importants pour l'utilisateur joués par les manuels d'utilisateur est d'aider à résoudre les problèmes concernant le Chevrolet 2000. Presque toujours, vous y trouverez Troubleshooting, soit les pannes et les défaillances les plus fréquentes de l'apparei Chevrolet 2000 ainsi que les instructions sur la façon de les résoudre. Même si vous ne parvenez pas à résoudre le problème, le manuel d‘utilisation va vous montrer le chemin d'une nouvelle procédure – le contact avec le centre de service à la clientèle ou le service le plus proche.
