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Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1 - 1 Front Seats ............................................... 1 - 2 Rear Seats ............................................... 1 - 5 Safety Belts .............................................. 1 - 9 Child Restraints ....................................... 1-29 Supplemental Restraint System ...
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GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem and the name TRACKER are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without further notice. For vehicles ﬁrst sold in Canada, substitute the name ...
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Index A good place to look for what you need is the Index in back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual, and the page number where you will ﬁnd it. Safety Warnings and Symbols You will ﬁnd a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you ...
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Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will ﬁnd these notices: Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. A notice will tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to help avo ...
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These are some examples of symbols you may ﬁnd on your vehicle: v ...
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Front Seats ..................................................... .1-2 Manual Seats ............................................... .1-2 Manual Lumbar ............................................. .1-3 Reclining Seatbacks ....................................... .1-3 Head Restraints ............................................ .1-5 Rear Seats ...... ...
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Front Seats Manual Seats { CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you don’t want to. Adjust the driver’s seat only when the vehicle is not moving. Lift the lever located under the fron ...
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Manual Lumbar If your vehicle has this feature, turn the knob located on the driver’s side seatback to adjust support of the lower back. Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it. Pull up on the lever, and the seatback will go to th ...
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But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. { CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts can’t do their job when you’re reclined like this. The shoulder belt can’t do its job because it won’t be against your body. Instead, it will be i ...
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Head Restraints Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. The head restraint can be adjusted to four positions. To raise the restraint, pull up on the restraint. To lower the restraint, push in the release button while you push down o ...
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Folding the Seatback The rear seat in your vehicle folds to provide more cargo space. To fold the rear seats do the following: 1. Fold the safety belt buckles and center safety belt (if equipped) into the pocket of the rear seatback. 2. Pull the release straps located near the center of the vehicle to release the seat cushion. Fold the seat cushion ...
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3. Remove the head restraint from the seatback by raising the head restraint fully. Press the release button and remove the head restraint from the seatback. 4. Store the head restraint in the top of the folded seat cushion. 5. Pull up on the seatback release knob(s) on top of the seatback and fold the seatback down. 1-7 ...
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6. Secure the two black straps attached to the back of the folded seat cushion by hooking them onto the knobs on the back of the seatback when folded down. To raise the rear seat do the following: 1. Unhook the two black straps from the buttons on the seatback. 2. Fold the rear seatback up. Push and pull on the seatback to ensure it’s locked in p ...
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Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts. { CAUTION: Don’t let anyone ride where he or she can’t wear a safety belt properly. If you are in a crash and you’re not wearing a safety belt, your injuries ca ...
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You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a person wouldn’t survive. But most crashes are in between. In many of them, people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away. Without belts they could ...
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Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. 1-11 ...
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The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... or the instrument panel... 1-12 ...
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or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q: Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if I’m wearing a safety belt? ...
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Q: If I’m a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident – even one that isn’t your fault – you and your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers. Most accidents occ ...
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Driver Position This part describes the driver’s restraint system. Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” in the Index. 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get ...
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5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt woul ...
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Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster Before you begin to drive, move the shoulder belt adjuster to the height that is right for you. To move it down, pull the knob and move the height adjuster to the desired position. You can move the adjuster up just by pulling out the knob and sliding the adjuster up. After you move the adjuster to where you want it, tr ...
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Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection this way. { CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt against your body. 1-18 ...
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Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. { CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt into th ...
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Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is over an armrest. { CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen, not at the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or fatal injuries. Be ...
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Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. { CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too muc ...
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Q: What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is twisted across the body. { CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to ﬁx it. 1-22 ...
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To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle. Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they ...
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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 ef fective is wearing them properly. Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger’s safety ...
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Lap Belt When you sit in the center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. The word CENTER is on both the buckle and latch plate. Also, the center buckle and latch plate are a dif ferent color than the two outboard buckles and latch plates. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt. To m ...
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Rear Seat Passengers It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others in the vehicle who ...
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2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 1-28 . Make sure the release button on the buckle is p ...
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{ CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should ﬁt against your body. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. Bu ...
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Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts? A: If possible, an older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The ...
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{ CAUTION: Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured. A belt must be used by only one person at a time. Q: What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so small that the shoulder belt i ...
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{ CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in CAUTION: (Continued) CAUTION: (Continued) this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt’s force would then be applied right on the child’s abdomen. That could c ...
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{ CAUTION: People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much -- until a crash. During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph (40 km/h), a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenly become a 240-lb. (110 kg) force on a person’s arms. A bab ...
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{ CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any air bag when it inﬂates can be seriously injured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulder belts of fer outstanding protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle’s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them. Youn ...
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Q: What are the dif ferent types of add-on child restraints? A: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle’s owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child’s weight, height, and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the ...
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{ CAUTION: The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child, for whom the safety belts are designed. A young child’s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle’s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child’s abdomen. In a crash, the bel ...
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A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the child’s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces suc ...
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A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed to improve the ﬁt of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner, and some high-back booster seats have a ﬁve-point harness. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window. Q: How do child restraints work? A: A child restraint system is any ...
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When choosing a child restraint, be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may ﬁnd these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt ...
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CAUTION: (Continued) If you secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat. Wherever you install it, be sure to secure the child restraint properly. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move aroun ...
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In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top strap, and that the strap be anchored. In the United States, some child restraints also have a top strap. If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored. { CAUTION: Each top tether bracket is designed to anchor only one child restraint. Attaching more than o ...
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Top Strap Anchor Location Your vehicle’s top strap anchors for the rear seating positions are located on the ﬂoor of the rear cargo area, along the outside edge. If your vehicle is equipped with a luggage compartment cover, remove it before using the top strap. When routing the top strap at an outboard seating position, pass it between the head ...
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Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You will ﬁnd anchors (A) for the two rear outside seat positions. This system, designed to make installation of child restraints easier, does not use the vehicle’s safety belts. Instead, it uses vehicle anchors (A, B) and child restraint attachments ...
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In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, you need a child restraint designed for that system. To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system, each seating position with the LATCH system has a label on the seatback at each lower anchor position. The labels are located near the base of the seatbacks. { CAUTION: I ...
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Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1. Find the LATCH anchorages for the seating position you want to use, where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Attach and tighten the LATCH attachments on the child restraint to the LATCH anchorages in the vehicle. The ch ...
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3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 1-45 ...
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5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. If you are using a forward-facing child restraint, you may ﬁnd it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 6. Push a ...
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Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Rear Seat Position Four–Door Models If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 1-42 . See Top Strap on page 1-39 if the child has one. If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the lap bel ...
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4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child restraint. If you are using a forward-facing child restraint, you may ﬁnd it helpful to use your knee to push the child restraint as ...
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Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 1-42 . See Top Strap on page 1-39 if the child restraint has one. Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in ...
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If you install a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, you will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say. 1. Because your vehicle has a right front pa ...
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5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. You may ﬁnd it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restrai ...
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Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) This part explains the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) or air bag system. Your vehicle has air bags – one air bag for the driver and another air bag for the right front passenger. Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inﬂating air bag. But these air bags must ...
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{ CAUTION: Air bags inﬂate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inﬂating air bag, as you would be if you were leaning forward, it could seriously injure you. Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with air bags. The driver should sit as far b ...
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Where Are the Air Bags? The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger’s side. 1-54 ...
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{ CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and an air bag, the bag might not inﬂate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death. The path of an inﬂating air bag must be kept clear. Don’t put anything between an occupant and an air bag, and don’t attach or put anything on the steering wheel ...
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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 gradua ...
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In many crashes severe enough to inﬂate the air bag, windshields are broken by vehicle deformation. Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger air bag. • Air bags are designed to inﬂate only once. After an air bag inﬂates, you will need some new parts for your air bag system. If you do not get them, the air ...
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Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Air bags af fect how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag system in several places around your vehicle. You don’t want the system to inﬂate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the air bag ...
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Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle Q: If I add a push bumper or a bicycle rack to the front of my vehicle, will it keep the air bags from working properly? A: As long as the push bumper or bicycle rack is attached to your vehicle so that the vehicle’s basic structure isn’t changed, it’s not likely to keep the air bags from work ...
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Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash { CAUTION: A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any ne ...
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Keys .............................................................. .2-2 Remote Keyless Entry System ........................ .2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation .......... .2-4 Doors and Locks ............................................ .2-6 Door Locks ................................................... .2-6 Power Door Locks .............. ...
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Keys { CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The children or others could be badly injured or even killed. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children. 2-2 ...
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One key is used for the ignition, the doors and all other locks. When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer removes the metal plate from the key ring and gives it to the ﬁrst owner. The metal plate has a code on it that tells your dealer or a qualiﬁed locksmith how to make extra keys. Keep the code in a safe place. If you lose your keys, you? ...
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At times you may notice a decrease in range. This is normal for any remote keyless entry system. If the transmitter does not work or if you have to stand closer to your vehicle for the transmitter to work, try this: • Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. You may need to stand closer during rainy or snowy weather. • Check th ...
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Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer. When the dealer matches the repla ...
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Resynchronization Your remote keyless entry system is equipped with a security system that prevents anyone from recording and playing back your signal. The transmitter does not send the same signal twice to the receiver. The receiver will not respond to a signal that has been sent to it more than once. To resynchronize your transmitter and receiver ...
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There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle. From the outside, use your key. To lock the door, turn the key toward the front of the vehicle. To unlock the door, turn the key toward the rear. To lock the door from the inside, push down on the manual lock rod located on the door. To unlock it, pull up on the manual lock rod. If your vehicl ...
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Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle may be equipped with rear door security locks that help prevent passengers from opening the rear doors of your vehicle from the inside. The rear security door locks are located on the inside of the rear doors. Using the Rear Door Security Lock 1. Move the lever down to engage the lock. 2. Close the door. 3. Do ...
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Canceling a Rear Door Security Lock 1. Unlock the door from the inside and open the door from the outside. 2. Move the lever up to disengage the lock. 3. Do the same for the other rear door. The rear door locks will now work normally. Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle, take your keys, open your door and set the locks from inside. ...
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Windows { CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suf fer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. 2-10 ...
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Manual Windows Use the window crank to open and close each window. Power Windows With power windows, switches on the driver’s door operate each window while the ignition is on. Push down on the front of the switch to lower a window and lift up the front of the switch to raise a window. There is an individual control near each window. Express-Down ...
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Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Notice: Your vehicle does not need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: • Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for the ﬁrst 500 miles (805 km). • Do not drive at any one speed — fast or slow — for the ﬁrst 5 ...
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{ CAUTION: On manual transmission vehicles, turning the key to LOCK will lock the steering column and result in a loss of ability to steer the vehicle. This could cause a collision. If you need to turn the engine of f while the vehicle is moving, turn the key only to ACC. Do not push the key in while the vehicle is moving. Notice: Using a tool to f ...
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Starting Your Engine Automatic Transmission Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Your engine won’t start in any other position — that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Notice: Do not try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle is moving. If you do, you could damage the transmission. S ...
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Engine Coolant Heater If your vehicle has this feature, in very cold weather, 0°F (18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. At temperatures above 32°F (0? ...
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How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area. A ...
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{ CAUTION: If you have four-wheel drive, your vehicle will be free to roll — even if your shift lever is in PARK (P) — if your transfer case is in NEUTRAL. So, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear, two-wheel high (2H) or four-wheel high (4H) or four-wheel low (4L) — not in NEUTRAL. See Shifting Into Park (P) on page 2-25 Ensure the sh ...
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Notice: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine running at high speed may damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Be sure the engine is not running at high speed when shifting your vehicle. DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: • Going ...
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Overdrive Of f If your vehicle has this feature, the overdrive-of f button is located on the left side of the shift lever. When operating under normal conditions, the vehicle will automatically default to overdrive when initially started until it is disengaged. If overdrive is turned of f and the vehicle is turned of f, when the vehicle is restarte ...
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Power Mode A power mode selector switch is included with the four-speed automatic transmission. When you need more power for climbing hills or quicker acceleration, press the P (power) switch. The POWER indicator light on the instrument panel cluster will come on. For normal driving, press the N (normal) switch. The POWER indicator light will go of ...
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THIRD (3), FOURTH (4), FIFTH (5): Shift into THIRD (3), FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5) the same way you do for SECOND (2). Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. To stop, let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal. Just before the vehicle stops, press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal, and shift to NEUTRAL ...
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Four-Wheel Drive If your vehicle has four-wheel drive, you can send your engine’s driving power to all four wheels for extra traction. To shift out of two-wheel drive and into four-wheel drive, move the transfer case shift lever to FOUR-WHEEL HIGH (4H) or FOUR-WHEEL LOW (4L). You should use TWO-WHEEL HIGH (2H) for most normal driving. See “Tran ...
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Your vehicle’s transfer case shift lever may shake or vibrate. This is normal and your vehicle does not require service. TWO-WHEEL HIGH (2H): This setting is for driving in most street and highway situations. Your front axle is not engaged in two-wheel drive. FOUR-WHEEL HIGH (4H): This setting engages your front axle to help drive your vehicle. U ...
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Parking Brake To set the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down and pull up on the parking brake lever. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. To release the parking brake, hold the brake pedal down. Pull the parking brake lever up until you can push in the release button located on the end of the lever. Hold the rele ...
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Shifting Into Park (P) { CAUTION: It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. Your vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly ...
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Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running { CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake ﬁrmly set. If you have four-wheel drive and your transfer case is in NEUTRAL, your vehicle will be free to roll, even if your ...
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Shifting Out of Park (P) Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK (P) when the ignition is in the ON position. See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-16 . If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever — push the ...
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3. Find the access hole cover on the driver’s side of the console, near the shift lever. 4. Remove the screw and cover. 5. Inside, you’ll see the return plate. Using your ﬁnger, move the return plate toward the rear of the vehicle until it stops. 6. Move the shift lever into the gear you want while, while holding the return plate in the most ...
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Engine Exhaust { CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can not see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: • Your exhaust system sounds strange or dif ferent. • Your vehicle gets rusty underneath. • Your vehicle was damaged in a collision. CAUTION: ...
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Running Your Engine While You Are Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. { CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system of f could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier Caution under Engine Exhaust on page 2-29 . Also, idling in a closed-in p ...
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{ CAUTION: Four-wheel drive vehicles with the transfer case in NEUTRAL will allow the vehicle to roll, even if your shift lever is in PARK (P). So, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear — not in NEUTRAL. Always set your parking brake. Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle will not move. See Shifting Into Park (P) on page 2-25 . I ...
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Outside Manual Mirrors Adjust these mirrors by hand so that you can see a little of the side of your vehicle when you are sitting in a comfortable driving position. Outside Power Mirrors If your vehicle has power mirrors, the selector switch is located on the lower left side of the instrument panel. You can only adjust the mirrors when the ignition ...
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Outside Convex Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. { CAUTION: A convex mirror can make things (like other vehicles) look farther away than they really are. If you cut too sharply into the right lane, you could hit a vehicle on your right. Check your ins ...
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Luggage Carrier { CAUTION: If you try to carry something on top of your vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier — like paneling, plywood, a mattress and so forth — the wind can catch it as you drive along. This can cause you to lose control. What you are carrying could be violently torn of f, and this could cause you or other d ...
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Be sure the cargo is properly loaded. Follow these guidelines: • Carrying small, heavy loads on the roof is not recommended. • Do not load cargo directly on the roof panel. • Tie the load to the tie down loops at both ends of the crossrails to keep loads from shifting. • If you need to carry long items, move the crossrails as far apart as p ...
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Convenience Net You may have a convenience net in the rear of your vehicle. The net is not designed to store items during of f-road use. The net is not for larger, heavier items. Attach the loops to the hooks located along the sides of the rear cargo area. You may attach the convenience net loops to either the forward or the rear hooks. Cargo Cover ...
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Instrument Panel Overview .............................. .3-2 Hazard Warning Flashers ............................... .3-4 Other Warning Devices .................................. .3-5 Horn ............................................................ .3-5 Tilt Wheel .................................................... .3-5 Turn Signal/Multifunction ...
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Instrument Panel Overview 3-2 ...
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The main components of your instrument panel are the following: A. Side Defroster Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-22 . B. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-22 . C. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. See Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-6 . D. Instrument Panel Cluster. See Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-27 . E. Windshi ...
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Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazard warning ﬂashers let you warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will ﬂash on and of f. The hazard warning button is located on the instrument panel near the comfort controls. Your hazard warning ﬂashers work no matter what position your key is in, and ...
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Other Warning Devices If you carry reﬂective triangles, you can set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle. Horn To sound the horn, press the portion of your steering wheel marked with the horn symbol. Tilt Wheel If your vehicle has a tilt wheel, you can adjust the steering wheel before you drive. You can raise ...
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Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: • Turn and Lane-Change Signals • Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer • Flash-to-Pass • Manual Operation of Headlamps and Parklamps For information on exterior lamps, see Exterior Lamps on page 3-13 . Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn sig ...
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Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer First, you must have the headlamps on. For high beams, push the turn signal lever toward the instrument panel. While the high beams are on, a light on the instrument panel cluster also will be on. It will go of f when you switch to low beam. To switch back to low beams, pull the lever toward you. Flash to Pass With th ...
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LO (Low Speed): For steady wiping at low speed, move the stalk down to LO. HI (High Speed): For higher speed wiping, move the stalk down further to HI. L (Mist): Move the lever all the way down to this position for a single wiping cycle. Hold it there until the windshield wipers start; then let go. The windshield wipers will stop after one wipe. If ...
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Rear Window Washer/Wiper To turn on your rear wiper, push the upper button. Push the same button again to turn it of f. To spray washer ﬂuid on the rear window, push the lower button about halfway down. Washer ﬂuid will spray as long as you hold this button. To wash and wipe at the same time, push the button all the way in. The washer and wiper ...
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Setting Cruise Control 1. Press the CRUISE ON/OFF button located on the instrument panel to turn the system on. The indicator light in the button will come on. Wait at least one second after turning the system on before setting a speed. Once the CRUISE ON/OFF switch is turned on, it will come on each time you start your vehicle until you manually t ...
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Resuming a Set Speed If you set your cruise control at a desired speed then suspend cruise by applying the brake, by pressing the clutch pedal if you have a manual transmission or by pressing CANCEL, you don’t need to reset it. You may resume your previously set speed by brieﬂy turning the switch to RESUME ACCEL (Accelerate), provided your spee ...
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Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot of f the pedal, your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set earlier. Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load and the steepness of the hil ...
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Exterior Lamps The lever on the left side of the steering column operates the exterior lamps. Turn the outside part of the lever to operate the lamps. The exterior lamps control has three positions: OFF: Turn the control to this position to turn of f all lamps, except the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) or if the Automatic Headlamp System is working. ; ...
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Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many dif ferent driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles ﬁrst so ...
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Automatic Headlamp System Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic light sensor on top of the instrument panel, on the passenger’s side of the vehicle, so be sure it is not covered. If it is, the headlamps will remain on continuously. There is a delay in the transition between the daytime and nighttime operation of the DRL and the Automatic Hea ...
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Interior Lamps Instrument Panel Brightness The thumbwheel for this feature is located to the left of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. Move the thumbwheel upward to brighten the instrument panel lights or downward to dim them. Dome Lamp The dome lamp operates as follows: OFF: This position is to the left when you are sitting in the driver ...
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Entry Lighting If your vehicle has remote keyless entry, it is equipped with an entry lighting feature that controls your dome lamp (and cargo lamp, if equipped). For the dome lamp to operate as described below, the switch must be in the middle position. Your interior lamps will come on and stay on for a set time whenever you press the UNLOCK butto ...
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Accessory Power Outlets If your vehicle has an accessory power outlet, you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment. The accessory power outlet is located in the center console near the parking brake. To use the outlet, open the cover. When not using it, always cover the outlet with the protective cap. These circuits are protected by a fuse and h ...
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Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter If your vehicle has a cigarette lighter, to use it the ignition key must be in ON or ACC. Push the lighter in all the way and let go. When it’s ready, it will pop back out by itself. Pull the door to open the ashtray. To remove it, press down on the tab and pull the ashtray out. To reinstall the ashtray, push it in ...
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Operation 9 (Fan): Move the lever away from OFF to turn the system on. Slide the top right lever to the left or right to increase or decrease the fan speed. If the airﬂow seems low when the fan is at the highest setting, the passenger compartment air ﬁlter, if equipped, may need to be replaced. For more information, see Passenger Compartment Ai ...
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Temperature Control: Slide the lever located on the lower left side to change the temperature. Move it to the right for warmer air and to the left for cooler air. Without air conditioning, the air temperature cannot be less than the outside air temperature. Air Conditioning (A/C): Press the air conditioning (A/C) button to turn the air-conditioning ...
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Rear Window Defogger If your vehicle has this feature, the rear window defogger uses a warming grid to clear fog from the rear window. The button is located on the center of the instrument panel, near the vehicle’s comfort controls. The rear window defogger will only work when the ignition is in ON. = (Rear Defogger): Press the defogger button to ...
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Operation Tips • Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the ﬂow of air into your vehicle. • Use of non-GM approved hood deﬂectors may adversely af fect the performance of the system. • Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of your ...
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To install the air ﬁlters, do the following: 1. Lower the glove box door, then push in the sides of the glove box to completely lower the door to allow access to the slot where the air ﬁlters will be installed. 2. Lift the top tab on the cover to remove the ﬁlter cover. 3-24 ...
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3. Install the lower ﬁlter by dropping it down into the slot. The grooves on the two ﬁlters must be lined up with each other as well as with the ventilation housing in order to install the ﬁlters properly. The tabs on the ﬁlters should face outward towards you and should be at the top of the ﬁlters. The arrows on the ﬁlters should point ...
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Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to ...
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Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel you have left, and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically. United States cluster shown, Canada similar 3-27 ...
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Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). Your vehicle’s odometer is tamper-resistant. You may wonder what happens if your vehicl ...
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Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag modules, and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the ...
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Charging System Light This light will come on brieﬂy when you turn on the ignition, but the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working. Then it should go out when the engine starts. If the light stays on or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the electrical charging system. It could indicate that you have ...
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If the light comes on while you are driving, pull of f the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the ﬂoor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. See “Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light” following and Towing Your Vehicle on ...
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{ CAUTION: Your regular brake system may not be working properly if the anti-lock brake system warning light is on. Driving with the anti-lock brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. After you have pulled of f the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service. If the anti-lock brake system warning light stays on long ...
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp Service Engine Soon Light Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This system is called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle, helping to pro ...
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If the Light Is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle: • Reducing vehicle speed. • Avoiding hard accelerations. • Avoiding steep uphill grades. • If you are towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible. If the light stops ﬂashing and remains on steady, see “If the L ...
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Have you recently changed brands of fuel? If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-4 . Poor fuel quality will cause your engine not to run as ef ficiently as designed. You may notice this as stalling after start-up, stalling when you put the vehicle into gear, misﬁring, hesitation on acceleration or stu ...
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Oil Pressure Light If you have a problem with your oil, this light may stay on after you start your engine, or come on when you are driving. This indicates that there is not enough pressure to keep your engine properly lubricated and cool. The engine could be low on oil, or have some other oil related problem. Have it ﬁxed right away. The oil lig ...
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Overdrive Of f Light This light comes on when the automatic four-speed transmission, if equipped, has been converted to the three-speed mode and the overdrive is turned of f. This light also comes on as a check for about ﬁve seconds when the ignition key is turned to ON or START. Four-Wheel-Drive Light If you have four-wheel drive, this light com ...
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Fuel Gage Your fuel gage shows about how much fuel is in your tank. When the gage ﬁrst indicates E (empty), you still have about one or two gallons (4 to 8 L) of fuel left in your tank, but you need to get more right away. Here are four concerns some owners have had about the fuel gage. All these situations are normal and do not indicate that any ...
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Audio System(s) Notice: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle – like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio – be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, radio or other systems, and even ...
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Radio with CD Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system on and of f. VOL (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or to decrease volume. RCL (Recall): Press this knob to switch the display between the radio station frequency and the time. Time display is available with the ignition turned of f. Finding a Station AM FM: Press thi ...
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Setting Preset Stations The six numbered pushbuttons let you return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM) by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press AM FM to select FM1, FM2, or AM. 3. Tune in the desired station. 4. Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until you ...
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Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers, press and release the AUDIO button until BAL appears on the display. Then press and hold the up or the down arrow to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers. To adjust the fade between the front and rear speakers, press and relea ...
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The CD player can play the smaller 8 cm single CDs with an adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner. If playing a CD-R the sound quality may be reduced due to CD-R quality, the method of recording, the quality of the music that has been recorded, and the way the CD-R has been handled. You may experience an incre ...
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o SEEK p : Press the right or the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous track. The track number will appear on the display. RCL (Recall): Press this knob to see the current track number or how long the current track has been playing. AM FM: Press this button to listen to the radio when a CD is playing. The inactive CD will remain safely i ...
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Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines. Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise. FM FM stereo will give you the best sound, but FM signals will reach on ...
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Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ......... .4-2 Driver Behavior ............................................. .4-2 Driving Environment ....................................... .4-2 Vehicle Design .............................................. .4-3 Defensive Driving .......................................... .4-3 Drunken Driving ............. ...
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Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Whenever we drive, we are taking on an important responsibility. This is true for any motor vehicle — passenger car, van, truck, sport utility. Driver behavior, the driving environment, and the vehicle’s design all af fect how well a vehicle performs. But statistics show that the most important factor, b ...
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Vehicle Design According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, utility vehicles have a signiﬁcantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. Utility vehicles do have higher ground clearance and a narrower track or shorter wheelbase than passenger cars, to make them more capable for of f-road driving. Speciﬁc design characteristics ...
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Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It is the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol af fects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle: • Judgment • Muscular Coordination • Vision • Attentiveness. Police records show ...
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It is the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level. There is a gender dif ference, too. Women generally ...
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The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of cof fee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “I will be careful” is not the right answer. What if there is an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react q ...
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Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road. Sometimes, as when you are driving on snow or ice, it is easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires a ...
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If you keep pace with the traf fic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life. If your engine ever stops while you are driving, brake normally but do not pump your brakes. If you do, the pedal may get harder to push down. If your engine stops, you will st ...
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A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels. The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. T ...
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Braking in Emergencies At some time, nearly every driver gets into a situation that requires hard braking. If you have anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same time. However, if you do not have anti-lock, your ﬁrst reaction — to hit the brake pedal hard and hold it down — may be the wrong thing to do. Your wheels can stop rolling. Once ...
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The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface, the angle at which the curve is banked, and your speed. While you are in a curve, speed is the one factor you can control. Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly apply the brakes. Both control systems — steering and braking ...
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Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more ef fective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and ﬁnd a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you. You can avoid these problems by braking — if you can stop in t ...
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Of f-Road Recovery You may ﬁnd that your right wheels have dropped of f 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 of f the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of ...
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• Do not get too close to the vehicle you want to pass while you are awaiting an opportunity. For one thing, following too closely reduces your area of vision, especially if you are following a larger vehicle. Also, you will not have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops. Keep back a reasonable distance. • When it looks li ...
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Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) do not have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked. In any emergency, do not give up. Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger. Ski ...
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Of f-Road Driving with Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle This of f-road guide is for vehicles that have four-wheel drive. Also, see Braking on page 4-7 . If your vehicle does not have four-wheel drive, you should not drive of f-road unless you are on a level, solid surface. Of f-road driving can be great fun. But it does have some deﬁnite hazards. Th ...
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{ CAUTION: • Cargo on the load ﬂoor piled higher than the seatbacks can be thrown forward during a sudden stop. You or your passengers could be injured. Keep cargo below the top of the seatbacks. • Unsecured cargo on the load ﬂoor can be tossed about when driving over rough terrain. You or your passengers can be struck by ﬂying objects. S ...
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Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip, especially when going to a remote area. Know the terrain and plan your route. You are much less likely to get bad surprises. Get accurate maps of trails and terrain. Try to learn of any blocked or closed roads. It is also a good idea to travel with at least one other vehicle. If something ...
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Scanning the Terrain Of f-road driving can take you over many dif ferent kinds of terrain. You need to be familiar with the terrain and its many dif ferent features. Here are some things to consider. Surface Conditions: Off-roading can take you over hard-packed dirt, gravel, rocks, grass, sand, mud, snow or ice. Each of these surfaces af fects the ...
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Driving on Of f-Road Hills Of f-road driving often takes you up, down or across a hill. Driving safely on hills requires good judgment and an understanding of what your vehicle can and can not do. There are some hills that simply can not be driven, no matter how well built the vehicle. { CAUTION: Many hills are simply too steep for any vehicle. If ...
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Driving Uphill Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, you need to take some special steps. • Use a low gear and get a ﬁrm grip on the steering wheel. • Get a smooth start up the hill and try to maintain your speed. Do not use more power than you need, because you do not want your wheels to start spinning or sliding. • Try to driv ...
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Q: What should I do if my vehicle stalls, or is about to stall, and I can not make it up the hill? A: If this happens, there are some things you should do, and there are some things you must not do. First here is what you should do: • Push the brake pedal to stop the vehicle and keep it from rolling backwards. Also, apply the parking brake. • I ...
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Q: Suppose, after stalling, I try to back down the hill and decide I just can not do it. What should I do? A: Set the parking brake, put your transmission in PARK (P), or the manual transmission in FIRST (1), and turn of f the engine. Leave the vehicle and go get some help. Exit on the uphill side and stay clear of the path the vehicle would take i ...
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Driving Downhill When of f-roading takes you downhill, you will want to consider a number of things: • How steep is the downhill? Will I be able to maintain vehicle control? • What is the surface like? Smooth? Rough? Slippery? Hard-packed dirt? Gravel? • Are there any hidden surface obstacles? Ruts? Logs? Boulders? • What is at the bottom o ...
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Q: Are there some things I should not do when driving down a hill? A: Yes! These are important because if you ignore them you could lose control and have a serious accident. • When driving downhill, avoid turns that take you across the incline of the hill. A hill that is not too steep to drive down may be too steep to drive across. You could roll ...
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Driving Across an Incline Sooner or later, an of f-road trail will probably go across the incline of a hill. If this happens, you have to decide whether to try to drive across the incline. Here are some things to consider: • A hill that can be driven straight up or down may be too steep to drive across. When you go straight up or down a hill, the ...
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Stalling on an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you are crossing an incline, be sure you (and your passengers) get out on the uphill side, even if the door there is harder to open. If you get out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll over, you will be right in its path. If you have to walk down the slope, stay out of the path of th ...
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Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice When you drive in mud, snow or sand, your wheels will not get good traction. You can not accelerate as quickly, turning is more dif ficult, and you will need longer braking distances. It is best to use a low gear when you are in mud — the deeper the mud, the lower the gear. In really deep mud, the idea is to keep ...
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Driving in Water Heavy rain can mean ﬂash ﬂooding, and ﬂood waters demand extreme caution. Find out how deep the water is before you drive through it. If it is deep enough to cover your wheel hubs, axles or exhaust pipe, do not try it — you probably will not get through. Also, water that deep can damage your axle and other vehicle parts. If ...
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After Of f-Road Driving Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody, chassis or under the hood. These accumulations can be a ﬁre hazard. After operation in mud or sand, have the brake linings cleaned and checked. These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking. Check the body structure, steering, suspension, wheels, tires ...
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Here are some tips on night driving. • Drive defensively. • Do not drink and drive. • Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you. • Since you can not see as well, you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles. • Slow down, especially on higher speed roads. Your headlamps ...
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Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can not stop, accelerate or turn as well because your tire-to-road traction is not as good as on dry roads. And, if your tires do not have much tread left, you will get even less traction. It is always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain starts to ...
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Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may af fect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you can not, try to slow down before you hit them. { CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause accidents. They will not work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You co ...
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Driving Through Flowing Water { CAUTION: Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. If you try to drive through ﬂowing water, as you might at a low water crossing, your vehicle can be carried away. As little as six inches of ﬂowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle. If this happens, you and other vehicle occupants could drown. Do not ...
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Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: • Know the best way to get to where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip. • Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities. You will save time and energy. See Freeway Driving on page 4 ...
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At the entrance, there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway. If you have a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp, you should begin to check traf fic. Try to determine where you expect to blend with the ﬂow. Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed. Switch on your turn signal, check your mirrors an ...
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Here are some things you can check before a trip: • Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are all windows clean inside and outside? • Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? • Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: Have you checked all levels? • Lamps: Are they all working? Are the lenses clean? • Tires: They are vitally important to a s ...
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Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is dif ferent from driving in ﬂat or rolling terrain. If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you are planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. See Of f-Road Driving with Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle on page 4-16 for informatio ...
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{ CAUTION: Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with the ignition of f is dangerous. Your brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down. They could get so hot that they would not work well. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill. You could crash. Always have your engine running and your vehicle in gear when you go down ...
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Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: • Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. • You may want to put winter emergency supplies in your vehicle. Also see Tires on page 5-55 . Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer ﬂuid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a ﬂashlight, ...
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Driving On Snow or Ice Most of the time, those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction. However, if there is snow or ice between your tires and the road, you can have a very slippery situation. You will have a lot less traction or “grip” and will need to be very careful. What is the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” ...
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Remember, unless you have anti-lock, if you brake so hard that your wheels stop rolling, you will just slide. Brake so your wheels always keep rolling and you can still steer. • Whatever your braking system, allow greater following distance on any slippery road. • Watch for slippery spots. The road might be ﬁne until you hit a spot that is co ...
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• Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, ﬂoor mats — anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm. You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful. { CAUTION: Snow can trap exhaust gases under ...
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Then, shut the engine of f and close the window almost all the way to preserve the heat. Start the engine again and repeat this only when you feel really uncomfortable from the cold. But do it as little as possible. Preserve the fuel as long as you can. To help keep warm, you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises every ha ...
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Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. If you have the four-speed automatic, see “Power Mode Selector Switch” under Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2-16 for information on traction. If you have a four-wheel-drive vehicle, shift into 4HI. Then ...
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{ CAUTION: These hooks, when used, are under a lot of force. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle. The hooks could break of f and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back. Notice: Never use recovery hooks to tow the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be co ...
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Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your disabled vehicle towed. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-5 . If you want to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes (such as behind a motorhome), see “Recreational Vehicle Towing” following. Recreational Ve ...
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Dinghy Towing To tow your vehicle from the front (four-wheel-drive only), do the following: Notice: If you tow a two-wheel-drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, the transmission could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not tow a two-wheel-drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground. Follow these steps ...
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Notice: If you do not put the transfer case in NEUTRAL before towing a four-wheel-drive vehicle from the front, the vehicle could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always put the transfer case in NEUTRAL before towing your vehicle. Stop towing every 200 miles (300 km) and start the engine. Leave the transfer case shift ...
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Dolly Towing To tow your vehicle from the rear, do the following: The best way to tow your vehicle is from the rear. Follow these steps: 1. Put the rear wheels on a dolly. Notice: If you tow a two-wheel-drive vehicle with the rear wheels on the ground, the transmission could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Never tow y ...
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Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and all nonfactory-installed options. Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry, the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certi? ...
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The Tire and Loading Information label shows the seating capacity and the total weight your vehicle can properly carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight. If your vehicle has the Tire and Loading Information label, Example 1, the label is attached to the center pillar, near the driver’s door latch. If your vehicle has the Tire-Loa ...
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Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds” on your vehicle placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms o ...
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Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg) × 2 = 300 lbs (136 kg) C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight = 700 lbs (317 kg) Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) B Subtract Occup ...
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Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs (91 kg) × 5 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) C Available Cargo Weight = 0 lbs (0 kg) Refer to your vehicle’s tire and loading information label for speciﬁc information about your vehicle’s capacity weight and seatin ...
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And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out. Don’t carry more than 400 lbs. (181 kg) in your rear area when four people are in your two-wheel-drive vehicle. If you have a four-wheel-drive vehicle, don’t carry more than 200 lbs. (91 kg) in your rear area when four people are in your vehicle. { CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any ...
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Towing a Trailer { CAUTION: If you do not use the correct equipment and drive properly, you can lose control when you pull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work well — or even at all. You and your passengers could be seriously injured. Pull a trailer only if you have followed all the steps in this section. A ...
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If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do, here are some important points: • There are many dif ferent laws, including speed limit restrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only where you live but also where you’ll be driving. A good source for this information can be state or provincial police. • Co ...
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Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it af fects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo you may carry in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle. And if you will tow a trailer, you m ...
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Hitches It’s important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you’ll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: • If you make holes in the body of your vehicle, be sure to seal them when you remove the trailering equipment. If you don’t seal them, dirt, water, a ...
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Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly ...
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Making Turns Notice: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering. When you’re turning with a trailer, make wider turns than normal. Do this so your trailer won’t strike soft shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees ...
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Parking on Hills { CAUTION: You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, your rig could start to move. People can be injured, and both your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged. But if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here’s how to do it: 1. Apply your regular brakes, but don’t ...
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When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: • start your engine, • shift into a gear, and • release the parking brake. 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. Maintenanc ...
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Service ........................................................... .5-3 Doing Your Own Service Work ........................ .5-3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ..................................................... .5-4 Fuel ............................................................... .5-4 Gasoline Octane ...................... ...
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Appearance Care ........................................... .5-85 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle ................ .5-86 Care of Safety Belts ..................................... .5-88 Weatherstrips .............................................. .5-88 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle ............. .5-89 Sheet Metal Damage ................. ...
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Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you to be happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealer for all your service needs. You will get genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you will want to keep your GM vehicle all GM. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Doing Your Own Service Work If you wa ...
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CAUTION: (Continued) • Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts and other fasteners. “English” and “metric” fasteners can be easily confused. If you use the wrong fasteners, parts can later break or fall of f. You could be hurt. Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle Things you might add to the outside of your vehicle can af fect th ...
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In Canada, look for the “Auto Makers’ Choice” label on the pump. California Fuel If your vehicle is certiﬁed to meet California Emission Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California speciﬁcations. If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standard ...
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Additives To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming, allowing your emission control system to work properly. You should not have to add anything to your fuel. However, some gasolines contain only the minimum amount of additive ...
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Filling Your Tank { CAUTION: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel ﬁre can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn of f your engine when you are refueling. Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle. Keep sparks, ﬂames and smoking materials away ...
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While refueling, place the fuel cap in the holder provided. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterclockwise). { CAUTION: If you spill fuel and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray out on you if you open the fuel cap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likel ...
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When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left of f or improperly installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3-33 . { CAUTION: If ...
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Checking Things Under the Hood { CAUTION: An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Do not reach through the grille to release the underhood lever. { CAUTION: Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a ﬁre. Thes ...
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2. Then go to the front of the vehicle, pull up on the hood, and push the hood release lever to your right. 3. Lift the hood, release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the ﬁller caps are on. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop. Remove the hood ...
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Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the engine, you’ll see: 5-12 ...
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A. Engine Compartment Fuse Block. See “Engine Compartment Fuse Block” under Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-94 . B. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 . C. Battery. See Battery on page 5-42 . D. Radiator Pressure Cap. See Radiator Pressure Cap on page 5-28 . E. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine Oil on page ...
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Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the location of the engine oil dipstick. Turn of f the engine and ...
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What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for two things: • GM6094M Your vehicle’s engine requires oil meeting GM Standard GM6094M. You should look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. 5-15 ...
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• SAE 5W-30 As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. However, if it is going to be 0°F (–18°C) or above and SAE 5W-30 is not available, you may use SAE 10W-30. These numbers on an oil container show its viscosity, or thickness. Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W-50. Oils meeting these requirements shou ...
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When to Change Engine Oil If any one of these is true for you, use the short trip/city maintenance schedule: • Most trips are less than 5 miles (8 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. • Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop-and-go traf fic). • You frequently tow a tr ...
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Engine Air Cleaner/Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for location of engine air cleaner/ﬁlter. When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/ﬁlter every 15,000 miles (25 000 km) and replace every 30,000 miles (50 000 km). If you are driving in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the ﬁlter at each engine o ...
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3. Pull out the engine air cleaner/ﬁlter and check or replace it. 4. Reinstall the cover and fasten the clips. { CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/ﬁlter of f can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air, it helps to stop ﬂame if the engine backﬁres. If it is not there and the engine backﬁr ...
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Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission ﬂuid level is when the engine oil is changed. Change both the ﬂuid and ﬁlter every 15,000 miles (25 000 km) if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions: • In heavy city traf fic where the outside temperature regul ...
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Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50°F (10°C). If it’s colder than 50°F (10°C), drive the vehicle in DRIVE (D) until the engine temperature gage moves and then remains steady for 10 minutes. A cold ﬂuid check can be made after the vehicle has been sitting for eight hours or more ...
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3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The ﬂuid level must be in the COLD area for a cold check or in the HOT area for a hot check. 4. If the ﬂuid level is in the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all the way. How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission ﬂuid to us ...
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Manual Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to have it checked is when the engine oil is changed. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to change your transmission ﬂuid. See Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6-4 . How to Check Because this operation can be a little dif ficult, you may choose to have t ...
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How to Add Fluid Here’s how to add ﬂuid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of ﬂuid to use. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-30 . 1. Remove the ﬁller plug. 2. Remove the drain plug, drain the ﬂuid and reinstall the drain plug. 3. Add ﬂuid at the ﬁller plug hole. Add only enough ﬂuid to br ...
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How to Check and Add Fluid You do not need to check the ﬂuid level unless you suspect a clutch problem. To check the ﬂuid level, look at the markings on the reservoir. If the ﬂuid reaches the MAX line, the ﬂuid level is correct. Engine Coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low. If you have a pr ...
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Notice: If you use an improper coolant mixture, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty. Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. If you have to add coolant more than four times a year, have your dealer check your cooling syst ...
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Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank. { CAUTION: Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly. With the coolant recovery tank, you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator. Never ...
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Radiator Pressure Cap See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for information on location. Notice: If the pressure cap is not tightly installed, coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur. Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured. Engine Overheating You will ﬁnd a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel cl ...
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If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine { CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it of f and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood. ...
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If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when you: • Climb a long hill on a hot day. • Stop after high-speed driving. • Idle for long periods in traf fic. • Tow a trailer. If you get the overheat wa ...
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Cooling System When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: A. Coolant Recovery Tank B. Radiator Pressure Cap C. Engine Cooling Fan { CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric ...
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The coolant level should be at or above FULL. If it isn’t, you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system. { CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned. Do not run the engi ...
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How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at or above the FULL mark, add a 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and a proper coolant at the coolant recovery tank. See Engine Coolant on page 5-25 for more information about the proper coolant mixture. { CAUTION: Adding only ...
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When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at or above the FULL mark, start your vehicle. If the overheat warning continues, there’s one more thing you can try. You can add the proper coolant mixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it. { CAUTION: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling sy ...
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How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it ﬁrst stops. (Don’t press down while turning the pressure cap.) If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A ...
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5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap of f. 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan. 7. By this time, the coolant level inside the radiator ﬁller neck may be lower. If the level is lower, add more of the proper c ...
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Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering ﬂuid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A ﬂuid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for reservoir ...
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Adding Washer Fluid Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer ﬂuid until the tank is full. Notice: • When using concentrated washer ﬂuid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. • Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer ﬂuid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer ﬂuid tank and oth ...
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Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is ﬁlled with DOT-3 brake ﬂuid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the location of the reservoir. There are only two reasons why the brake ﬂuid level in the reservoir might go down. The ﬁrst is that the brake ﬂuid goes down to an acceptable level during normal brake lin ...
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Checking Brake Fluid You can check the brake ﬂuid without taking of f the cap. Just look at the brake ﬂuid reservoir. The ﬂuid level should be above MIN. If it is not, have your brake system checked to see if there is a leak. After work is done on the brake hydraulic system, make sure the level is above the MIN but not over the MAX mark. What ...
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Brake Wear Your vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving (except when you are pushing on the brake pedal ﬁrmly). { CAUTION: ...
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Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality GM brake parts. When you replace parts of your braking system — for example, when your brake linings wear down ...
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Jump Starting If your battery has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to follow the steps below to do it safely. { CAUTION: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because: • They contain acid that can burn you. • They contain gas that can explode or ignite. • They contain ...
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4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. Find the positive (+) and negative ( − ) terminal locations on each battery. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on battery location. { CAUTION: If your vehicle has air conditioning, the auxiliary electric fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running ...
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{ CAUTION: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged too. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you should kno ...
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8. Now connect the black negative ( − ) cable to the negative ( − ) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote negative ( − ) terminal if the vehicle has one. Don’t let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative ( − ) cable doesn’t go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy, unpainted metal engine pa ...
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A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part B. Good Battery C. Dead Battery To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative ( − ) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative ( − ) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 3. Disconnect the red positive ( ...
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Rear Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it. See Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6-28 and Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6-4 . How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level sur ...
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Four-Wheel Drive Most lubricant checks in this section also apply to four-wheel-drive vehicles. However, they have two additional systems that need lubrication. Transfer Case When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it. See Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Ser ...
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Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant and when to change it. See Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6-28 and Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services on page 6-4 . How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level su ...
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Bulb Replacement For the type of bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-55 . For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Halogen Bulbs { CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions on ...
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To replace a headlamp bulb, do the following: 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the rubber cover and socket from the headlamp. 3. Release the retainer clip holding the bulb by pressing down and moving the metal retainer away from you. 4. Pull the bulb out of the ﬁxture. 5. Reverse the steps to install a new bulb. 5-52 ...
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Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps To replace the parking and turn signal bulb, do the following: 1. See “Headlamps” for location. 2. Locate the turn signal bulb. 3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it out of the lamp housing. 4. Push the bulb in, turn it counterclockwise and pull the bulb straight out of the socket. 5. Reverse t ...
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Rear Combination Lamps A. Turn Signal Lamp B. Back-Up Lamp C. Brake Lamp To remove the rear combination bulbs, do the following: 1. Remove the two screws from the combination lamps. Gently pull the housing away from the vehicle. 2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it out of the lamp housing. 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket ...
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Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back-up Lamp 921 Front Turn Signal and Parking 1157 NA Headlamps (Halogen) GM Part No. 91171148 or equivalent Rear Hazard and Turn Signal 921 Rear Parking and Brake GM Part No. 91174349 or equivalent Sidemarker 194 For any bulb not listed here contact your dealer. Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-qu ...
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Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into the sidewall. The following illustrations are examples of a typical P-Metric and a LT-Metric tire sidewall. P-Metric Tire 5-56 ...
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(A) Tire Size Code: The tire size code is a combination of letters and numbers used to deﬁne a particular tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and service description. See the “Tire Size Code” illustration later in this section for more detail. (B) Tire Performance Criteria Speciﬁcation (TPC Spec): Original equipment tire ...
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(A) Tire Size: The tire size code is a combination of letters and numbers used to deﬁne a particular tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and service description. See the “Tire Size” illustration later in this section for more detail. (B) Tire Performance Criteria Speciﬁcation (TPC Spec): Original equipment tires designed ...
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(F) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. (G) Single Tire Maximum Load: Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load when used as a single. For information on recommended tire pressure see Inﬂation - Tire Pressure on page 5-63 and Loading Your Vehicle ...
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(A) Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: The United States version of a metric tire sizing system. The letter “LT” as the ﬁrst two characters in the tire size means a light truck tire engineered to standards set by the U. S. Tire and Rim Association. (B) Tire Width: The three-digit number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall ...
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Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is located between the plies and the tread. Cords may be made from steel or other reinforcing materials. Bead: The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim. Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in which the plies are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to th ...
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Normal Occupant Weight: The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 pounds (68 kg). See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-51 . Occupant Distribution: Designated seating positions. Outward Facing Sidewall: The side of a asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward when mounted on a vehicle. The side of the ...
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Vehicle Placard: A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the original equipment tire size and recommended inﬂation pressure. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-51 . Inﬂation - Tire Pressure The tire and loading information label, shows the correct inﬂation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehicle h ...
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How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inﬂated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inﬂated even when they’re underinﬂated. Check the tire’s inﬂation pressure when the tires are cold. cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least t ...
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When rotating your tires, always use one of the correct rotation patterns shown here. After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inﬂation pressures as shown on the tire and loading information label. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-51 , for information on the tire and loading information label and its location on your vehicle ...
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When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: • You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire. • You ...
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Buying New Tires To ﬁnd out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Tire and Loading Information label. For information about this label and where to ﬁnd it, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-51 . The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Speciﬁcation (TPC Spec) number on each tire’s side ...
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Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traf fic Safety Administration, which grades tires by tr ...
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Temperature – A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a speciﬁed indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce ti ...
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Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know t ...
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Used Replacement Wheels { CAUTION: Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or how far it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. If you have to replace a wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel. Tire Chains Notice: Use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Use o ...
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If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blowout” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a “blowout,” here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the ﬂat tire will ...
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{ CAUTION: Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehicle can slip of f the jack and roll over or fall on you or other people. You and they could be badly injured or even killed. Find a level place to change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1. Set the parking brake ﬁrmly. 2. Put an automatic transmission shift lever in PARK (P), ...
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The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire. Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The jack, wheel wrench and jack handle are stowed in the rear left corner of the luggage compartment. 1. To open the jacking tool storage compartment, turn the knob counterclockwise. Open the cover two inches and pull the entire cover towards ...
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The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A), jack handle (B) and wheel wrench (C). The spare tire is mounted on your tailgate. Your vehicle may be equipped with either a soft, vinyl cover or a hard cover. 3. To remove the hard cover from the spare tire, insert your key into the wheel lock and pull the wheel lock of f. Hard Cover 5-75 ...
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4. Using the wheel wrench, remove the wheel cover nut. Gently pry the spare tire cover of f the wheel. 5. If your vehicle is equipped with a vinyl cover, unzip the cover to ﬁnd the wheel lock. Insert the key into the wheel lock and pull it of f. 6. Using the wheel wrench, remove the wheel nut under the lock. Vinyl Cover 5-76 ...
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7. Remove the remaining wheel nuts with the wheel wrench. 8. Remove the spare tire from the mounting bracket and place it near your ﬂat tire. Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. If your vehicle has wheel nut caps, remove them by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. 5-77 ...
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2. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts but don’t remove them yet. Front Wheel Location 5-78 ...
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3. Under the vehicle near each wheel, there are knobs in the vehicle’s frame. Raise the jack two inches (51 mm) before positioning the jack. Raise the jack lift head until it ﬁts ﬁrmly onto the knobs nearest to the ﬂat tire. { CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips of f the jack you could be ...
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4. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough of f the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to ﬁt underneath the wheel well. 5. Remove all the wheel nuts and take of f the ﬂat tire. 5-80 ...
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6. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. { CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come of f and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attach ...
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7. Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface. 8. Reinstall the wheel nuts with the cone-shaped end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 9. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. 5-82 ...
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10. Tighten the wheel nuts ﬁrmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. { CAUTION: Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come of f. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts. Stop s ...
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Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools { CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. 1. Store your vehicle’s ﬂat or spare tire by mounting it on the tailgate. Notice: E ...
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A. Wrench B. Jack Handle C. Jack { CAUTION: Make sure the tire is secure. Driving with the tire not properly secured could injure pedestrians or damage the vehicle. Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into ﬂames if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dang ...
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Do not use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: • Alcohol • Laundry Soap • Bleach • Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinyl, leather, plastic and painted surfaces with a clean, damp cloth. Cleaning Fabr ...
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Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup, cof fee (black), egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine and blood can be removed as follows: 1. Carefully scrape off excess stain, then sponge the soiled area with cool water. 2. If a stain remains, follow the cleaning instructions described earlier. 3. If an ...
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Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reﬂections in the windshield and even make it dif ficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions. Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap ...
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Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint ﬁnish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s ﬁnish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Use a car washing ...
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Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage your vehicle’s ﬁnish if they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible. If necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted s ...
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Cleaning Tires To clean your tires, use a stif f brush with tire cleaner. Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing products on your vehicle may damage the paint ﬁnish and/or tires. When applying a tire dressing, always wipe of f any overspray from all painted surfaces on your vehicle. Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires ...
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Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing the following products. Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials Description Usage Polishing Cloth Wax-Treated Interior and exterior polishing cloth. Tar and Road Oil Remover Removes tar, road oil and asphalt. Chrome Cleaner and Polish Use on chrome or stainless steel. ...
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Vehicle Identiﬁcation Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN) This is the legal identiﬁer for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certiﬁcation and Service Parts labe ...
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Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by fuses, circuit breakers and thermal links in the wiring itself. This greatly reduces the chance of ﬁres caused by electrical problems. Look at the metallic band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace ...
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Fuses Usage P/W Power Windows DOM Dome Light, Radio Memory TAIL License Plate Light, Clearance/Marker Lights, Instrument Panel Illumination, Warning Tone HAZ Hazard Lights, Turn Signal IG Oxygen Sensor Heater, Cruise Control, Ignition Coil, Meter, G Sensor CIG Cigar/Cigarette Lighter, Radio, Power Mirror D/L Door Locks STP Brake Light, Horn, Center ...
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Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located in the engine compartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle and protects all electrical loads. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. For access to the main fuses, pull of f the cover. Fuses/Relays Usage 1 Accessory Power Outlet ...
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Fuses/Relays Usage 8 Anti-Lock Brake System 9 All Electrical Loads 10 Shift Lock (Relay) 11 (2.5L Engine Only) Horn (Relay) Fuses/Relays Usage 12 Air Conditioning Compressor (Relay) 13 Air Conditioning Condenser Fan (Relay) 14 Air Conditioning 5-97 ...
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Capacities and Speciﬁcations The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. Capacities and Speciﬁcations Application Capacities English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a and Polyalkylene Glycol (PAG) refrigerant oil with dye 0.9 lbs. 0.4 kg Automatic Transmission Drain and Reﬁll 2.6 quarts 2.5 L* Coo ...
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Capacities and Speciﬁcations (cont’d) Application Capacities English Metric Transfer Case 1.8 quarts 1.7 L Wheels and Tires Wheel Nut Torque Plastic Wheel Nut Cap Torque 73 lbft Tighten by hand plus one half turn with wheel wrench 100 Y *Recheck ﬂuid level after ﬁlling. See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5-20 or Manual Transmission Fl ...
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Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identiﬁed below by name, part number, or speciﬁcation can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 30025009 or equivalent Engine Oil Filter 91176162 or equivalent Passenger Compartment Air Filters 91175923 or equivalent PCV Valve 91176183 or equivalent Rem ...
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Engine Drive Belt Routing 5-101 ...
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✍ NOTES 5-102 ...
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Maintenance Schedule ..................................... .6-2 Introduction .................................................. .6-2 Maintenance Requirements ............................. .6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ................... .6-2 How This Section is Organized ........................ .6-3 Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ...
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Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change as recommended. Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details. Maintenance Requirements Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections and re ...
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How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into ﬁve parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explains what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualiﬁed and have the necessary equipment, you should let your GM dealer’s service department do these jo ...
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Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services In this part are scheduled maintenance services which are to be performed at the mileage intervals speciﬁed. Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we do not know exactly how you will drive it. You may drive short distances only a few tim ...
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Short Trip/City Deﬁnition Follow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: • Most trips are less than 5 miles (8 km). This is particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing. • Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent driving in stop-and-go traf fic). ? ...
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Every 45,000 Miles (75 000 km): Automatic Transmission Fluid Hose Inspection (or every 45 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Fuel Tank Cap Gasket Replacement. Emission System Hoses Inspection. Brake Fluid Service. Spark Plug Replacement. Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Automatic Transmission Service (normal conditi ...
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Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection (or every 30 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). Cooling System Service (or every 30 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection. Engine Air Cleaner Filter Replacement. Passenger Compartment Air Filter Replacement (If Equipped). Ignition Coil Plug Cap Ins ...
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3,000 Miles (5 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ If Equipped: Inspect passenger compartment air ﬁlters. ❑ Rotate tires. See Ti ...
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If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the ﬂuid and ﬁlter every 100,000 miles (166 000 km). ❑ Change manual transmission ﬂuid. ❑ Change transfer case ﬂuid. ❑ Change dif ferential ﬂuid. ❑ Inspect propeller shafts and U-joints for looseness and damage (or every 15 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). Inspe ...
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❑ Drain, ﬂush and reﬁll cooling system (or every 30 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). See Engine Coolant on page 5-25 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Inspect ignition coil plug cap (or every ...
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36,000 Miles (60 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ If Equipped: Inspect passenger compartment air ﬁlters. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 39,000 Miles (65 ...
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48,000 Miles (80 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ If Equipped: Inspect passenger compartment air ﬁlters. ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) 51,000 Miles (85 ...
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If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the ﬂuid and ﬁlter every 100,000 miles (166 000 km). ❑ Inspect engine accessory drive belts (or every 30 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Drain, ﬂush and reﬁll cooling system (or every 30 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). See Engine Cool ...
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69,000 Miles (115 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ If equipped: Inspect passenger compartment air ﬁlters. ❑ Rotate tires. S ...
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81,000 Miles (135 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and ﬁlter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ If Equipped: Inspect passenger compartment air ﬁlters. ❑ Rotate tires. S ...
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❑ Drain, ﬂush and reﬁll cooling system (or every 30 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). See Engine Coolant on page 5-25 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Replace engine air cleaner ﬁlter. See ...
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Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services shown at 120,000 miles (200 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 120,000 miles (200 000 km) for the life of ...
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If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the ﬂuid and ﬁlter every 100,000 miles (166 000 km). ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) ❑ Inspect propeller shafts and U-joints for looseness and damage (or every 15 months ...
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❑ Inspect ignition coil plug cap (or every 30 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Replace engine air cleaner ﬁlter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service. ❑ Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for ...
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If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the ﬂuid and ﬁlter every 100,000 miles (166 000 km). ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) ❑ Inspect propeller shafts and U-joints for looseness and damage (or every 15 months ...
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❑ Inspect ignition coil plug cap (or every 30 months, whichever occurs ﬁrst). An Emission Control Service. ❑ Replace engine air cleaner ﬁlter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service. ❑ Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace ...
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If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the ﬂuid and ﬁlter every 100,000 miles (166 000 km). ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-64 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.) ❑ Inspect propeller shafts and U-joints for looseness and damage (or every 15 months ...
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❑ Replace engine air cleaner ﬁlter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service. ❑ Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any damage. Replace parts as needed. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Change manual transmission ﬂuid. ❑ C ...
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Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed in this part are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals speciﬁed to help ensure the safety, dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle. Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Whenever any ﬂuids or lubricants are added to your vehicle, make s ...
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At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or ...
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Starter Switch Check { CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake. See Parking Brake on page 2-24 if necessary. Do not use the acc ...
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Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. • With an automatic transmission, the key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). • With a manual transmission, the key should turn to LOCK only if you push the key in farther, w ...
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Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed in this part are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your dealer’s service department do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Proper procedures to perform these services may be fou ...
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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 ef fort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. Rear Axle and Front Axle (Four-Wheel-Drive) Service Check the gear lubricant level and ...
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Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identiﬁed below by name, part number or speciﬁcation may be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Engine oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certiﬁed for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. To determine the proper ...
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Usage Fluid/Lubricant Key Lock Cylinders Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Manual Transmission Shift Linkage Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Clutch Linkage Pivot Points Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No ...
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Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service and any additional information from “Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record Date Odometer Rea ...
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Maintenance Record (cont’d) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6-33 ...
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Maintenance Record (cont’d) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Record 6-34 ...
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Customer Assistance and Information .............. .7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ..................... .7-2 Online Owner Center ..................................... .7-3 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ............................... .7-4 Customer Assistance Of fices ........................... .7-4 GM Mobility Program fo ...
Chevrolet 2004 Chevrolet Tracker - page 350

Customer Assistance and Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of your vehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all ...
Chevrolet 2004 Chevrolet Tracker - page 351

The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to ﬁling a court action, use of the ...
Chevrolet 2004 Chevrolet Tracker - page 352

Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Chevrolet by dialing: 1-800-833-CHEV (2438). (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3 ...
Chevrolet 2004 Chevrolet Tracker - page 353

GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities This program, available to qualiﬁed applicants, can reimburse you up to $1,000 toward eligible aftermarket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle (hand controls, wheelchair/scooter lifts, etc.). This program can also provide you with free resource information, such ...
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• Emergency Tow: Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle-disabling accident. Assistance when the vehicle is mired in sand, mud or snow. • Flat Tire Change: Installation of a spare tire will be covered at no charge. (The customer is responsible for the repair or replacement of the tire if not covered by a ...
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Courtesy Transportation Chevrolet has always exempliﬁed quality and value in its of fering of motor vehicles. To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to of fer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for new vehicles. The Courtesy Transportation program is of fered to retail purchase/lease cust ...
Chevrolet 2004 Chevrolet Tracker - page 356

Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs, reimbursement (ﬁve day maximum) may be available for the use of public transportation such as taxi or bus. In addition, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses (ﬁve day maximum) may ...
Chevrolet 2004 Chevrolet Tracker - page 357

Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records Your vehicle, like other modern motor vehicles, has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle’s performance. Your vehicle uses on-board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy, to monitor conditions for ...
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Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traf fic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors. If NHTSA receives similar compla ...
Chevrolet 2004 Chevrolet Tracker - page 359

Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $120.00 Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedur ...
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Owner’s Information Owner publications are written speciﬁcally for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual, and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 Without Portfolio: Own ...
Chevrolet 2004 Chevrolet Tracker - page 361

A About Driving Y our V ehicle ................................. 0 - 2 Accessory Power Outlets ................................. 3-18 Adding W asher Fluid ....................................... 5-38 Additional Program Information ........................... 7 - 8 Additives, Fuel ................................................. 5 - 6 Add-On Electr ...
Chevrolet 2004 Chevrolet Tracker - page 362

Brake Parking ...................................................... 2-24 System Inspection ....................................... 6-29 System W arning Light .................................. 3-30 Brake Adjustment ............................................ 5-41 Brake Fluid .................................................... 5-39 Brake Pedal Tr ...
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Child Restraints (cont.) Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position ........................................... 1-44 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position ........................................... 1-49 T op Strap ................................................... 1-39 T op Strap Anchor Location ............. ...
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D Daytime Running Lamps .................................. 3-14 Defensive Driving ............................................. 4 - 3 Defogging and Defrosting ................................. 3-21 Dinghy T owing ................................................ 4-48 Doing Y our Own Service Work ........................... 5 - 3 Dolly T owing ...... ...
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Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...................... 5-96 Engine Coolant Level Check ............................. 6-24 Engine Oil Additives ........................................ 5-16 Engine Oil Level Check ................................... 6-24 Entry Lighting ................................................. 3-17 Environmental Concerns ...... ...
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Gasoline Octane ........................................................ 5 - 4 Speciﬁcations ............................................... 5 - 4 Getting Familiar with Of f-Road Driving ................ 4-18 Glove Box ..................................................... 2-33 GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities .................... ...
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Inspection Brake System ............................................. 6-29 Engine Cooling System ................................ 6-28 Exhaust System .......................................... 6-28 Fuel System ............................................... 6-28 Part C - Periodic Maintenance ....................... 6-28 Steering, Suspension and Fro ...
Chevrolet 2004 Chevrolet Tracker - page 368

Locks Door ........................................................... 2 - 6 Leaving Y our V ehicle ..................................... 2 - 9 Power Door .................................................. 2 - 7 Rear Door Security Locks ............................... 2 - 8 Long T rip/Highway Deﬁnition .............................. 6 - 6 Long T ...
Chevrolet 2004 Chevrolet Tracker - page 369

Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror ................................ 2-31 Outside Convex Mirror ................................. 2-33 Outside Manual Mirrors ................................ 2-32 Outside Power Mirrors .................................. 2-32 MyGMLink.com ................................................ 7 - 3 N New V ehicle Break-In ..... ...
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Plan Ahead When Possible ................................ 7 - 7 Playing a CD ................................................. 3-42 Playing the Radio ........................................... 3-40 Power Accessory Outlets ........................................ 3-18 Door Locks .................................................. 2 - 7 Indicator Lig ...
Chevrolet 2004 Chevrolet Tracker - page 371

Restraint Systems Checking .................................................... 1-59 Replacing Parts ........................................... 1-60 Resynchronization ............................................. 2 - 6 Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts ...... 1-24 Roadside Assistance Program ....................................... 7 - 5 ...
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Shifting Out of Park (P) ................................... 2-27 Short T rip/City Deﬁnition .................................... 6 - 5 Short T rip/City Intervals ..................................... 6 - 5 Short T rip/City Scheduled Maintenance ................ 6 - 7 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ........................... 1-17 Skidding ....... ...
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Tires (cont.) Wheel Replacement ..................................... 5-70 When It Is T ime for New T ires ...................... 5-66 T o Use the Engine Coolant Heater .................... 2-15 T op Strap ...................................................... 1-39 T op Strap Anchor Location ............................... 1-41 T orque Lock ....... ...
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W W arning Lights, Gages and Indicators ................ 3-26 W arnings Hazard W arning Flashers ............................... 3 - 4 Other W arning Devices .................................. 3 - 5 Safety and Symbols ......................................... i i i V ehicle Damage .............................................. i v W ashing Y our V ...

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