Gmc 2005 Canyon User Manual

Seats and Restraint Systems... 1-1Front Seats... 1-3Rear Seats...

Power SeatsIf your vehicle has this feature, there will be a control onthe outboard side of the front seat(s).Horizontal Control: Raise or lower the f

Retained Accessory Power (RAP)Your vehicle is equipped with Retained AccessoryPower (RAP) which will allow certain features of yourvehicle to continue

Depending on the outside temperature, the enginestarter may continue cranking the engine up toapproximately four seconds after you release theignition

Engine Coolant HeaterYour vehicle may be equipped with this feature.In very cold weather, 0°F (–18°C) or colder, the enginecoolant heater can help. Yo

Automatic Transmission OperationYour automatic transmission has a shift lever on thesteering column.It features an electronic shift position indicator

Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) beforestarting the engine. Your vehicle has an automatictransmission shift lock control system. You hav

DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. If youneed more power for passing, and you are:• Going less than about 35 mph (55 km/h), push youracce

Manual Transmission OperationFive-SpeedThis is your shift pattern.Here is how to operate your manual transmission:FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal an

Notice: Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicleis moving forward could damage the transmission.The repairs would not be covered by your warranty.Sh

Four-Wheel DriveIf your vehicle has four-wheel drive, you can send yourengine’s driving power to all four wheels for extratraction. To get the most sa

Indicator lights in the buttons show you which settingyou are in. The indicator lights will come on briefly whenyou turn on the ignition and one will s

Manual LumbarIf your vehicle has thisfeature, there will be aknob located on theoutboard side of thedriver’s seat.Turn the knob counterclockwise to in

Shifting from Four-Wheel Low toTwo-Wheel High or Four-Wheel HighTo shift from four-wheel low to two-wheel high orfour-wheel high, your vehicle must be

Shifting Out of NEUTRALAfter towing your vehicle, you will have to shift out ofNEUTRAL in order to drive. To shift out of NEUTRAL,do the following:1.

To release the parking brake, hold the regular brakepedal down. Pull the bottom edge of the lever, locatedabove the parking brake pedal, with the park

{CAUTION:If you have four-wheel drive, your vehiclewill be free to roll — even if your shift leveris in PARK (P) — if your transfer case is inNEUTRAL.

Torque LockIf you are parking on a hill and you do not shift yourtransmission into PARK (P) properly, the weight of thevehicle may put too much force

Parking Your Vehicle(Manual Transmission)Your vehicle has a manual transmission. Before youget out of your vehicle, move the shift lever intoREVERSE (

Engine Exhaust{CAUTION:Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gascarbon monoxide (CO), which you cannotsee or smell. It can cause unconsciousnessand

{CAUTION:It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicleif the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) withthe parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle canro

MirrorsManual Rearview MirrorWhile sitting in a comfortable driving position, adjust theoutside rearview mirror so you can see clearly behindyour vehi

Automatic Dimming RearviewMirror with Compass andTemperature DisplayThe vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearviewmirror with a compass, temperatu

Reclining SeatbacksYour vehicle may have reclining seatbacks.To manually recline your seatback, lift the lever on theoutboard side of the seat.Release

Compass VarianceCompass variance is the difference between earth’smagnetic north and true geographic north. If the mirroris not adjusted for compass v

Temperature Display OperationThe outside air temperature is displayed in the windowlocated at the lower center of the mirror face.Press and hold the f

If the mirror begins making a ratcheting sound, themirror has reached the end of its travel and can go nofarther in that direction. To stop the sound,

Safe and Sound Plan•Automatic Notification of Airbag Deployment• Emergency Services• Roadside Assistance• Stolen Vehicle Tracking• AccidentAssist• Remo

Storage AreasGlove BoxTo open the glove box, pull on the lever.Cupholder(s)Your vehicle may have two cupholders located on thelower part of the front

Assist HandlesYour vehicle may have assist handles to be used whengetting out of your vehicle. If your vehicle has assisthandles, they may be located

To open a storage box, unhook the bottom of thelatches and lift the two latches on each side of thestorage box.Lift the lid to access the storage box.

Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6Other Warning Devices ...

Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-37DIC Controls and Displays ...3-37DIC Warnings and Messages ...

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{CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicleis in motion can be dangerous. Even if youbuckle up, your safety belts can not do theirjob wh

Instrument Panel OverviewManual Transmission shown, Automatic Transmission similar3-4

The main components of your vehicle’s instrument panel are the following:A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-21.B. Turn Signal/Multifuncti

Hazard Warning FlashersYour hazard warning flashers let you warn others. Theyalso let police know you have a problem. Your frontand rear turn signal la

Tilt WheelA tilt wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheelbefore you drive. If you have the tilt steering wheel,you can raise it to the highest le

Turn and Lane-Change SignalsThe turn signal has two upward (for right) and twodownward (for left) positions. These positions allow youto signal a turn

Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer53(Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer):To change the headlamps from low to high beam,push the lever toward the instrument pa

Windshield WipersYou control the windshield wipers by turning the bandwith the wiper symbol on it.8(Mist): For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to

Cruise ControlYour vehicle may be equipped with cruise control.9(Off): This positionturns the system off.R(On): This position activates the system.+ (

Setting Cruise Control{CAUTION:If you leave your cruise control on when youare not using cruise, you might hit a buttonand go into cruise when you do

Increasing Speed While Using CruiseControlThere are two ways to go to a higher speed:• Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higherspeed. Press the

Seatback LatchesYour vehicle may be equipped with front seatbacks thatfold forward to let people get into the rear seat or toaccess the storage area b

Exterior LampsThe control on the driver’s side of your instrument paneloperates the exterior lamps.O(Exterior Lamps): Turn the knob, located to therig

Headlamps on ReminderIf a door is open, a reminder chime will sound whenyour headlamps or parking lamps are manually turnedon and your key is out of t

There is a delay in the transition between the daytimeand nighttime operation of the Daytime RunningLamps (DRL) and the automatic headlamp system soth

Exterior Cargo LampsYou can use the cargo lamps if you need more light inthe cargo area of your vehicle or in the top-boxstorage units.Press this butt

Exit LightingWith exit lighting, the interior lamps will come on whenyou remove the key from the ignition. The lamps willnot come on if the dome overr

Ashtrays and Cigarette LighterYour vehicle may have an ashtray and cigarette lighter.Your ashtray is located at the front of your centerconsole area.

Fan Knob9(Fan): The center knob on the control panel is usedto control the fan speed. Turn the knob clockwise orcounterclockwise to increase or decrea

to make adjustments to help with fuel economy whilestill maintaining the selected temperature.The air conditioning system removes moisture from theair

Warning Lights, Gages,and IndicatorsThis part describes the warning lights and gages thatmay be on your vehicle. The pictures will help youlocate them

Instrument Panel ClusterYour instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You will knowhow fast you a

2. Grasp the loop locatedon the side of theseatback you want tofold and pull untilyou hear a click.3. Fold the seatback down.4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 t

Speedometer and OdometerYour speedometer lets you see your speed in bothmiles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).Your odometer shows how fa

Airbag Readiness LightThere is an airbag readiness light on the instrumentpanel, which shows the airbag symbol. The systemchecks the airbag’s electric

Airbag Off LightRegular Cab Models and Extended CabModels without Rear SeatsWhen you turn the airbag off switch to the off position,the off indictor w

{CAUTION:If the airbag readiness light ever comes onwhen you have turned off the airbag, it meansthat something may be wrong with the airbagsystem. Th

Up-Shift Light(Manual Transmission)This light appears whenyou need to shift to thenext higher gear ona manual transmissionvehicle.Shifting when the in

When the ignition is on, the brake system warning lightwill also come on when you set your parking brake.See Parking Brake on page 2-29 for more infor

Engine Coolant Temperature GageThis gage shows theengine coolanttemperature.If the gage pointer is near the top of the gage, theengine is too hot. It

Notice: If you keep driving your vehicle with thislight on, after awhile, your emission controlsmay not work as well, your fuel economy may notbe as g

If the Light is FlashingThe following may prevent more serious damage toyour vehicle:• Reducing vehicle speed• Avoiding hard accelerations• Avoiding s

Have you recently changed brands of fuel?If so, be sure to fuel your vehicle with quality fuel.See Gasoline Octane on page 5-5. Poor fuel quality will

Rear Seat Operation (Extended Cab)If your vehicle has anextended cab, there maybe a forward folding seat inthe rear area.To fold the rear seat down, p

Oil Pressure Light{CAUTION:Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low.If you do, your engine can become so hot thatit catches fire. You or others c

Security LightThis light will come onbriefly when you turn thekey to START. The lightwill stay on until theengine starts.If the ignition is turned on,

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)Indicator LightThis light turns onwhenever the DaytimeRunning Lamps are on.See Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 3-15 for

Driver Information Center (DIC)The DIC display is located on the instrument panelcluster. The DIC can display information such as thetrip odometer and

Engine Oil Life SystemPress the reset stem until OIL LIFE RESET appears(alternating between OIL LIFE and RESET) on theDIC display. The engine oil life

The following are the available modes:Lock 1 (default): On vehicles with an automatictransmission, this mode locks all of the doors when thevehicle is

The following are the available modes:RFA 1 (default): This mode flashes the parking lampswhen you press the lock or unlock buttons on theremote keyles

DIC Warnings and MessagesWarning messages are displayed on the DIC to notifythe driver that the status of the vehicle has changed andthat some action

CHANGE OILThis message will be displayed when the oil needs tobe changed. Check the oil in your vehicle as soonas possible and have your vehicle servi

LOW TRAC (Traction)If you have the Traction Control System (TCS), you willsee this message when a low traction condition isdetected. See Traction Cont

Safety BeltsSafety Belts: They Are for EveryoneThis part of the manual tells you how to use safetybelts properly. It also tells you some things you sh

TRACTION FAULTIf you have the Traction Control System (TCS),you may see this message if there is a problem withyour Traction Control System (TCS). Che

Setting the Time for Radios withRadio Data Systems (RDS)The radio may have a button marked with an H or HRto represent hours and an M or MN to represe

Finding a StationAM FM: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2,or AM. The display will show the selection.TUNE: Turn this knob to select radio s

To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controlsto the middle position, first end out of audio modeby pressing another button, causing the radio

Radio with CD (MP3)Radio Data System (RDS)The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS).RDS features are available for use only on FM stationsthat br

XM™ Satellite Radio ServiceXM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the48 contiguous United States. XM™ offers 100 coast tocoast channels inc

Finding a StationBAND: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2,AM, or XM1 or XM2 (if equipped). The display willshow the selection.o TUNE p: Turn

Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)AUDIO: Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASSor TREB appears on the display. Turn the knob toincrease or to decrease

Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station(RDS and XM™)To select and find a desired PTY perform the following:1. Press the P-TYPE knob to activate programtyp

INFO (Information): If the current station has amessage, the information symbol will appear on thedisplay. Press this button to see the message. Theme

In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the lawsays to wear safety belts. Here is why: They work.You never know if you will be in a crash. If yo

XM™ Radio MessagesRadio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredXL (Explicit LanguageChannels)XL on the radio display,after the channel name,indicates

XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d)Radio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredNo Info Category Name notavailableNo category information is available at this

Playing a CDInsert a CD partway into the slot, label side up.The player will pull it in, and READING will appear onthe display. The CD should begin pl

4 FWD (Forward): Press and hold this pushbutton toadvance quickly within a track. Press and hold thispushbutton for less than two seconds to advance a

Using an MP3 CDMP3 FormatThis MP3 player will accept MP3 files that were recordedon an up to 700 MB CD-R CD. The files can berecorded with the following

Order of PlayTracks will be played in the following order:• Play will begin from the first track in the first playlistand will continue sequentially thr

Playing an MP3Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up.The player will pull it in, and READING will appear onthe display. The CD should begin

4 FWD (Forward): Press and hold this pushbutton toadvance quickly within a track. Press and hold thispushbutton for less than two seconds to advanceat

To change the default on the display, press the DISPLknob until you see the display you want, then holdthis knob for two seconds. The radio will produ

Radio with Six-Disc CDPlaying the RadioPWR (Power): Push this knob to turn the system onand off.o VOLUME p: Turn this knob to increase or todecrease t

Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoes not stop.1-13

Finding a StationBAND: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2,or AM. The display will show the selection.o TUNE p: Turn this knob to select radi

Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)AUDIO: Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS,MID, or TREB appears on the display. Turn the knobto increase or to de

Radio Data System (RDS)The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS).RDS features are available for use only on FM stationsthat broadcast RDS informa

SCAN: Scan the stations within a PTY by performingthe following:1. Press the TYPE button to activate program typeselect mode. P-TYPE and the last sele

RDS MessagesINFO (Information): If the current station has amessage, INFO will appear on the display. Press thisbutton to see the message. The message

LOAD: Press this button to load CDs into theCD player. This CD player will hold up to six CDs.To insert one CD, do the following:1. Turn the ignition

To eject multiple CDs, do the following:1. Press and hold the CD eject button for five seconds.You will hear a beep and the indicator light, locatedto

RDM (Random): With random, you can listen to thetracks in random, rather than sequential, order, on oneCD or on all of the CDs. To use random, do one

Using Song List ModeThe six-disc CD changer has a feature called song list.This feature is capable of saving 20 track selections.To save tracks into t

To delete the entire song list, perform thefollowing steps:1. Turn the CD player on.2. Press the SONG LIST button to turn song list on.S-LIST will app

GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, GMC, theGMC Emblem, and the name CANYON are registeredtrademarks of General Motors Corporation.This manual includes

The person keeps going until stopped by something.In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...or the instrument panel...1-14

Theft-Deterrent Feature(Non-RDS Radios)THEFTLOCK®is designed to discourage theft of yourvehicle’s radio. The feature works automatically bylearning a

Care of Your CD PlayerThe use of CD lens cleaners for CD players is notadvised, due to the risk of contaminating the lens of theCD optics with lubrica

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Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2Defensive Driving ...4-2Drunken Driving ...

Your Driving, the Road, andYour VehicleDefensive DrivingThe best advice anyone can give about driving is:Drive defensively.Please start with a very im

Drunken DrivingDeath and injury associated with drinking and driving isa national tragedy. It is the number one contributorto the highway death toll,

According to the American Medical Association, a 180 lb(82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce (355 ml)bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a

But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skillsof many people are impaired at a BAC appro

Control of a VehicleYou have three systems that make your vehicle go whereyou want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering, andthe accelerator. Al

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes. ABS is an advancedelectronic braking system that will help prevent abraking skid.When y

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 bon

The anti-lock system can change the brake pressurefaster than any driver could. The computer isprogrammed to make the most of available tire and roadc

Traction Control System (TCS)Your vehicle may have a Traction Control System (TCS)that limits wheel spin. This is especially useful inslippery road co

SteeringPower SteeringIf you lose power steering assist because the enginestops or the system is not functioning, you can steer butit will take much m

Steering in EmergenciesThere are times when steering can be more effectivethan braking. For example, you come over a hill and finda truck stopped in yo

Off-Road RecoveryYou may find that your right wheels have dropped off theedge of a road onto the shoulder while you are driving.If the level of the sho

• Do not get too close to the vehicle you want topass while you are awaiting an opportunity. For onething, following too closely reduces your area ofv

Loss of ControlLet us review what driving experts say about whathappens when the three control systems — brakes,steering, and acceleration — do not ha

Off-Road Driving with YourFour-Wheel-Drive VehicleThis off-road guide is for vehicles that havefour-wheel drive.Also, see Anti-Lock Brakes under Braki

Loading Your Vehicle for Off-RoadDrivingThere are some important things to remember abouthow to load your vehicle.• The heaviest things should be on t

Environmental ConcernsOff-road driving can provide wholesome and satisfyingrecreation. However, it also raises environmentalconcerns. We recognize the

Q: If I am a good driver, and I never drive far fromhome, why should I wear safety belts?A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in anaccide

Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off-roaddriving. One of the best ways to control your vehicleis to control your speed. Here are some

When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain, keep afirm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs orother surface features can jerk the wheel out of

Approaching a HillWhen you approach a hill, you need to decide if it isone of those hills that is just too steep to climb, descendor cross. Steepness

• Ease up on your speed as you approach the topof the hill.• Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you morevisible to approaching traffic on trails or h

Here are some things you must not do if you stall, orare about to stall, when going up a hill.• Never attempt to prevent a stall by shifting intoNEUTR

{CAUTION:Heavy braking when going down a hill cancause your brakes to overheat and fade.This could cause loss of control and a seriousaccident. Apply

Driving Across an InclineSooner or later, an off-road trail will probably go acrossthe incline of a hill. If this happens, you have todecide whether t

Stalling on an InclineIf your vehicle stalls when you are crossing an incline,be sure you (and your passengers) get out on the uphillside, even if the

Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or IceWhen you drive in mud, snow or sand, your wheelswill not get good traction. You cannot accelerateas quickly, turning

If the water is not too deep, drive slowly through it.At faster speeds, water splashes on your ignition systemand your vehicle can stall. Stalling can

3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you.Do not let it get twisted.The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the beltacross you very quick

Driving at NightNight driving is more dangerous than day driving.One reason is that some drivers are likely to beimpaired — by alcohol or drugs, with

You can be temporarily blinded by approachingheadlamps. It can take a second or two, or evenseveral seconds, for your eyes to re-adjust to the dark.Wh

The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if yourwindshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavyrain can make it harder to see road signs

HydroplaningHydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build upunder your tires that they can actually ride on thewater. This can happen if the road

City DrivingOne of the biggest problems with city streets is theamount of traffic on them. You will want to watch out forwhat the other drivers are do

Freeway DrivingMile for mile, freeways — also called thruways, parkways,expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways — are thesafest of all roads. But the

Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then useyour turn signal.Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over yourshoulder to make sure ther

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 Bla

Hill and Mountain RoadsDriving on steep hills or mountains is different fromdriving in flat or rolling terrain.If you drive regularly in steep country,

{CAUTION:If you do not shift down, your brakes couldget so hot that they would not work well.You would then have poor braking or evennone going down a

The lap part of the belt should be worn low andsnug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash,this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. A

Winter DrivingHere are some tips for winter driving:• Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.• You may want to put winter emergency supplies inyou

What is the worst time for this? Wet ice. Very cold snowor ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet icecan be even more trouble because it may o

If You Are Caught in a BlizzardIf you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in aserious situation. You should probably stay withyour vehicle unless

{CAUTION:Snow can trap exhaust gases under yourvehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbonmonoxide) gas to get inside. CO couldovercome you and kill you

If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud,Ice or SnowIn order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you willneed to spin the wheels, but you do not want tospin

Recovery HooksYour vehicle may be equipped with recovery hooks.The hooks are provided at the front of your vehicle.You may need to use them if you are

Loading Your VehicleIt is very important to know how much weight yourvehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehiclecapacity weight and includes

The Tire and Loading Information label also showsthe size of the original equipment tires (C) andthe recommended cold tire inflation pressures (D).For

Item Description TotalAVehicle Capacity Weightfor Example 1 =1,000 lbs (453 kg)BSubtract Occupant Weight150 lbs (68 kg) x 2 =300 lbs (136 kg)C Availab

Item Description TotalAVehicle Capacity Weightfor Example 3 =1,000 lbs (453 kg)BSubtract Occupant Weight200lbs(91kg)x5=1,000 lbs (453 kg)C Available C

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearlyas much protection this way.{CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if

Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or the GAWRfor either the front or rear axle.If you do have a heavy load, you should spread it out.Similar app

There’s also important loading information for off-roaddriving in this manual. See “Loading Your Vehiclefor Off-Road Driving” under Off-Road Driving w

TowingTowing Your VehicleConsult your dealer or a professional towing serviceif you need to have your disabled vehicle towed.See Roadside Assistance P

Four-Wheel Drive VehiclesUse the following procedure to tow your vehicle with allfour wheels on the ground:1. Drive the vehicle to be towed into posit

Dolly TowingFront Towing (Front Wheels Off the Ground)Two-Wheel-Drive VehiclesNotice: If you tow a two-wheel-drive vehicle withthe rear wheels on the

{CAUTION:Shifting a four-wheel-drive vehicle’s transfercase into NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle toroll even if the transmission is in Park (P) foran a

4. Follow the dolly manufacturer’s instructions toattach and secure the vehicle being towed tothe dolly and then the loaded dolly to the towvehicle. M

4. Follow the dolly manufacturer’s instructions to attachand secure the vehicle being towed to the dolly andthen the loaded dolly to the tow vehicle.F

Trailer ConnectionsIf your vehicle is equipped with trailering provisions,see the instruction sheet in the glovebox for moreinformation.Trailer Recomm

If yours was built with trailering options, as many are,it’s ready for heavier trailers. But trailering is differentthan just driving your vehicle by

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt isbuckled in the wrong place l

Weight of the TrailerHow heavy can a trailer safely be?It depends on how you plan to use your rig.For example, speed, altitude, road grades, outsidete

Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR**2WD Extended CabAutomatic Transmission,2.8L Engine3.73 3,200 lbs (1 451 kg) 7,000 lbs (3 175 kg)Autom

Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR**2WD Crew CabAutomatic Transmission,2.8L Engine3.73 3,000 lbs (1 361 kg) 7,000 lbs (3 175 kg)Automatic

Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR**4WD Regular CabAutomatic Transmission,2.8L Engine3.73 3,100 lbs (1 406 kg) 7,000 lbs (3 175 kg)Automa

Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR**4WD Extended CabAutomatic Transmission,2.8L Engine3.73 2,900 lbs (1 315 kg) 7,000 lbs (3 175 kg)Autom

Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR**4WD Crew CabAutomatic Transmission,2.8L Engine3.73 2,700 lbs (1 225 kg) 7,000 lbs (3 175 kg)Automatic

Weight of the Trailer TongueThe tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weightto measure because it affects the total or gross weightof your ve

Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s TiresBe sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper limitfor cold tires. You’ll find these numbers on theCertifica

Trailer BrakesIf your trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs (450 kg)loaded, then it needs its own brakes — and they mustbe adequate. Be sure to read and

Following DistanceStay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead asyou would when driving your vehicle without a trailer.This can help you avoid

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It shouldbe worn over the shoulder at all times.{CAUTION:You can be seriously i

Driving On GradesReduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you startdown a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shiftdown, you might have to use

4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply yourparking brake, and then shift into PARK (P), orREVERSE (R) for a manual transmission. SeeParking Brake o

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Service ...5-3Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-4Adding Equipment to the

Tires ...5-54Tire Sidewall Labelling ...5-55Tire Terminolog

ServiceYour dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you tobe happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealerfor all your service needs. You will ge

Doing Your Own Service WorkIf you want to do some of your own service work,you will want to use the proper service manual. It tellsyou much more about

Adding Equipment to the Outsideof Your VehicleThings you might add to the outside of your vehiclecan affect the airflow around it. This may causewind n

California FuelIf your vehicle is certified to meet California EmissionStandards (see the underhood emission controllabel), it is designed to operate o

Notice: Your vehicle was not designed for fuel thatcontains methanol. Do not use fuel containingmethanol. It can corrode metal parts in your fuelsyste

Q: What is 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 would not ha

Filling Your Tank{CAUTION:Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire cancause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to youand others, read and follow al

{CAUTION:If you spill fuel and then something ignites it,you could be badly burned. Fuel can spray outon you if you open the fuel cap too quickly.This

Filling a Portable Fuel Container{CAUTION:Never fill a portable fuel container while it is inyour vehicle. Static electricity discharge fromthe contain

Hood ReleaseTo open the hood, do the following:1. Pull the handle withthis symbol on it. It islocated inside thevehicle on the lowerleft side of thein

Engine Compartment OverviewWhen you open the hood on the 2.8 L engine (3.5 L engine similar), you will see the following:5-12

A. Windshield Washer Fluid. See “Adding WasherFluid” under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-36.B. Coolant Recovery Tank. See Engine Coolant onpage 5-

When to Add Engine OilIf the oil is at or below the cross-hatched area (L), thenyou will need to add at least one quart of oil. But youmust use the ri

• SAE 5W-30As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is bestfor your vehicle.These numbers on an oil container show itsviscosity, or thickness. Do no

Notice: Use only engine oil identified as meetingGM Standard GM6094M and showing the AmericanPetroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Enginesstarburst

How to Reset the Engine Oil LifeSystemThe Engine Oil Life System calculates when tochange your engine oil and filter based on vehicle use.Anytime your

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 t

Engine Air Cleaner/FilterThe engine air cleaner/filter is located in the enginecompartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle.See Engine Compartmen

{CAUTION:Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filteroff can cause you or others to be burned.The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helpsto s

How to CheckBecause this operation can be a little difficult, you maychoose to have this done at the dealership servicedepartment.If you do it yoursel

Checking the Fluid LevelPrepare your vehicle as follows:• Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the enginerunning.• With the parking brake applied,

How to Add FluidRefer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine whatkind of transmission fluid to use. See RecommendedFluids and Lubricants on page 6-13

Then, follow these steps:1. Remove the filler plug.2. Check that the lubricant level is up to the bottom ofthe filler plug hole.3. If the fluid level is

Hydraulic ClutchThe hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle isself-adjusting. The clutch master cylinder reservoir isfilled with hydraulic clutch fluid

How to Check and Add FluidThe proper fluid should be added if the level does notreach the bottom of the diaphragm when it is in place inthe reservoir.

What to UseUse a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water andone-half DEX-COOL®coolant which will not damagealuminum parts. If you use this coolant

Adding CoolantIf you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL®coolant mixture at the coolant recovery tank.{CAUTION:Turning the radiator pressure ca

Safety Warnings and SymbolsThere are a number of safety cautions in this book.We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell aboutthings that could hurt yo

Safety Belt Use During PregnancySafety belts work for everyone, including pregnantwomen. Like all occupants, they are more likely to beseriously injur

Radiator Pressure CapNotice: If the pressure cap is not tightly installed,coolant loss and possible engine damage mayoccur. Be sure the cap is properl

If No Steam Is Coming From YourEngineIf you get an engine overheat warning but see or hearno steam, the problem may not be too serious.Sometimes the e

Cooling SystemWhen you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is whatyou will see:A. Coolant Recovery TankB. Engine Cooling FanC. Radiator Pressure

{CAUTION:Heater and radiator hoses, and other engineparts, can be very hot. Do not touch them.If you do, you can be burned.Do not run the engine if th

Notice: In cold weather, water can freeze and crackthe engine, radiator, heater core and other parts.Use the recommended coolant and the propercoolant

How to Add Coolant to the Radiator1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap whenthe cooling system, including the upper radiatorhose, is no longer h

6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel theupper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for theengine cooling fan.7. By this time, the coo

Power Steering FluidThe power steering fluidreservoir is located nearthe front of the enginecompartment, behind theradiator. See EngineCompartment Over

Windshield Washer FluidWhat to UseWhen you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to readthe manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you willbe opera

BrakesBrake FluidYour brake master cylinderreservoir is filled withDOT-3 brake fluid.See Engine CompartmentOverview on page 5-12for the location of ther

Center Front Passenger PositionLap BeltIf your vehicle has a 60/40 split front seat, someone cansit in the center position.When you sit in the center

Checking Brake FluidYou can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap.Just look at the brake fluidreservoir. The fluid levelshould be above MIN. I

Brake WearYour vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes.Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that makea high-pitched warning sound

Replacing Brake System PartsThe braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its manyparts have to be of top quality and work well together ifthe vehicle i

Jump StartingIf your battery has run down, you may want to useanother vehicle and some jumper cables to start yourvehicle. Be sure to use the followin

4. Open the hoods and locate the positive (+) andnegative (−) terminal locations on the othervehicle. Your vehicle has a remote positive (+) anda remo

6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+)terminal of the dead battery. Use a remotepositive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one.7. Do

Notice: If the jumper cables are removed in thewrong order, electrical shorting may occur anddamage the vehicle. The repairs would not becovered by yo

If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole,located on the rear axle, you will need to add somelubricant. Add enough lubricant to raise th

Front AxleWhen to Check and Change LubricantIt is not necessary to regularly check your front axlefluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear

Bulb ReplacementFor the proper types of bulbs to use, see ReplacementBulbs on page 5-51.For any bulb changing procedure not listed in thissection, con

Rear Seat PassengersIt is very important for rear seat passengers to buckleup! Accident statistics show that unbelted people inthe rear seat are hurt

To replace the bulbs, do the following:1. Open and support the hood. See Hood Releaseon page 5-11.2. Access the bulb/sockets from the enginecompartmen

Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker andDaytime Running Lamps1. Remove the turn signal/parking lamp/daytimerunning lamp (DRL) assembly by pressing on therele

Center High-Mounted Stoplamp(CHMSL)1. Remove the screws and lift off the lamp assembly.2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and removeit from the

2. Remove the two rearlamp assembly screwsnear the tailgate latch.3. Pull out the lamp assembly.4. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove itf

Windshield Wiper BladeReplacementWindshield wiper blades should be inspected at leasttwice a year for wear and cracking. See “WiperBlade Check” under

3. Remove the insert from the blade assembly. Theinsert has two notches at one end that are locked bybottom claws of the blade assembly. At the notche

TiresYour new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made bya leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questionsabout your tire warranty and where t

Tire Sidewall LabellingUseful information about a tire is molded into itssidewall. The examples below show a typical passengervehicle tire and a compa

(A) Temporary Use Only: The compact spare tire ortemporary use tire has a tread life of approximately3,000 miles (5 000 km) and should not be drivenat

Tire SizeThe following illustration shows an example of a typicalpassenger vehicle tire size.(A) P-Metric Tire: The United States version of ametric t

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

Tire Terminology and DefinitionsAir Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressingoutward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressureis express

Load Index: An assigned number ranging from1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacityof a tire.Maximum Inflation Pressure: The maximum air

Treadwear Indicators: Narrow bands, sometimescalled “wear bars,” that show across the tread of a tirewhen only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread remains.See

A Tire and Loading Information label is attached to thevehicle’s center pillar (B-pillar), below the driver’sdoor latch. This label shows your vehicle

Tire Inspection and RotationTires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles(8 000 to 13 000 km).Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires

After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front andrear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire andLoading Information label. For the location of

Buying New TiresTo find out what kind and size of tires you need, look atthe Tire and Loading Information label. For moreinformation about this label a

Uniform Tire Quality GradingQuality grades can be found where applicable on thetire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximumsection width. For exam

Temperature – A, B, CThe temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,representing the tire’s resistance to the generationof heat and its ability

Each new wheel should have the same load-carryingcapacity, diameter, width, offset and be mountedthe same way as the one it replaces.If you need to re

The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop ora crash.The safety belt also locks if you pull the belt veryquickly out of the retractor.{CAUTION:Yo

Tire Chains{CAUTION:If your vehicle has P225/75R15 or P265/75R15size tires, do not use tire chains. They candamage your vehicle because there is noten

If a Tire Goes FlatIt’s unusual for a tire to “blowout” while you’re driving,especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goesout of a tire,

Changing a Flat TireIf a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damageby driving slowly to a level place. Turn on yourhazard warning flashers.{CAU

Removing the Spare Tire and ToolsThe tools you will need are located under thepassenger’s seat.For crew cab models, the jack and wheel blocks areunder

2. Turn the wing nut on the cover counterclockwise toremove it.For crew cab models, reach under the rear seat toaccess the jack and wheel blocks. To r

2. Insert the hoist end (chiseled end) of the extensiontool (C) through the hole in the rear bumper andinto the funnel-shaped guide. The chiseled end

Removing the Flat Tire andInstalling the Spare TireUse the following pictures and instructions to removethe flat tire and raise the vehicle.The tools y

2. Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nutsby turning it counterclockwise. Do not remove thewheel nuts yet.{CAUTION:Getting under a vehicle w

3. Position the jack (A) under the vehicle as shown forthe front or rear locations.If the flat tire is on the front of the vehicle, positionthe jack to

If the flat tire is on the rear, position the jack underthe rear axle and get as close as possible to theshock absorber.4. Make sure the jack head is p

Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides forChildren and Small AdultsYour vehicle may have rear safety belt comfort guidesfor the rear outside positions.Rear s

{CAUTION:Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts towhich it is fastened, can make the wheel nutsbecome loose after a time. The wheel couldcome off

10. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lowerthe vehicle. Lower the jack completely.Front PositionRear Position5-79

{CAUTION:Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightenedwheel nuts can cause the wheel to come looseand even come off. This could lead to anaccident. Be

Secondary Latch SystemYour vehicle has an underbody-mounted tire hoistassembly equipped with a secondary latch system. It isdesigned to stop the spare

4. Repeat this procedure at least two times. If thespare tire lowers to the ground, continue withStep 5 under Removing the Spare Tire and Toolson page

11. Remove the jack handle and insert the hoist end ofthe extension through the hole in the rear bumper.Turn the wheel counterclockwise one turn orunt

14. Tilt the tire retainer at the end of the cable and pullit through the wheel opening. Pull the tire out fromunder the vehicle.15. If the cable is h

Store the tire under the rear of the vehicle in the sparetire carrier. Use the art and text following to help you.1. Put the tire on the ground at the

4. Insert the hoist end through the hole in the rearbumper and into the funnel-shaped guide.5. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise thetire part w

To store the tools, do the following:1. Return the wheel wrench, jack extensions and thestorage bag to the locations described underRemoving the Spare

2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elasticcord must be under the belt. Then, place the guideover the belt and insert the two edges of the

Spare TireCompact Spare TireYour vehicle may be equipped with a compact sparetire. Although the compact spare tire was fully inflatedwhen your vehicle

Appearance CareCleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic.Other cleaning products can burst into flames if a matchis struck near them or if the

Most stains can be removed with club soda water.To clean, use the following instructions:1. For liquids: blot with a clean, soft, white cloth.For soli

Special Fabric Cleaning ProblemsStains caused by such things as catsup, black coffee,egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urine,and bloo

Instrument PanelUse only mild soap and water to clean the top surfacesof the instrument panel. Sprays containing siliconesor waxes may cause annoying

Washing Your VehicleThe paint finish on the vehicle provides beauty, depth ofcolor, gloss retention, and durability.The best way to preserve the vehicl

Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and othersalts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, birddroppings, chemicals from industrial ch

Aluminum WheelsNotice: If you use strong soaps, chemicals,abrasive polishes, cleaners, brushes, or cleanersthat contain acid on aluminum or chrome-pla

Sheet Metal DamageIf the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metalrepair or replacement, make sure the body repair shopapplies anti-corrosion materi

Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsSee your GM dealer for more information on purchasingthe following products.Description UsagePolishing ClothWax-Treat

4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt asdescribed in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1-26.Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses theshoulder.

Vehicle IdentificationVehicle Identification Number (VIN)This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears ona plate in the front corner of the i

Windshield Wiper FusesThe windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuitbreaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavysnow or ice, the wipe

Engine Compartment Fuse BlockThe engine compartment fuse block is located on thedriver’s side of the engine compartment. See EngineCompartment Overvie

Fuse Usage12 Passenger’s Side Headlamp13 Fuel Pump14 Wiper15 Front Axle Actuator16Antilock Brake System (ABS), ABSmodule, Four-Wheel Drive, GravitySen

Fuse Usage40Front Park/Turn Lamps, Driver andPassenger’s Side Power WindowSwitches Lighting41 Climate Control Fan42 Power Windows (If Equipped)43 Star

Capacities and SpecificationsThe following approximate conversion capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See RecommendedFluids and Lub

Engine SpecificationsType VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap2.8L 8AutomaticManual0.042 inches (1.07 mm)3.5L 6AutomaticManual0.042 inches (1.07 mm)5-1

Maintenance Schedule ...6-2Introduction ...6-2Maintenance Requireme

Maintenance ScheduleIntroductionImportant: Keep engine oil at the proper level andchange as recommended.Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The

This schedule is for vehicles that:• carry passengers and cargo within recommendedlimits. You will find these limits on the tire andloading information

Child RestraintsOlder ChildrenOlder children who have outgrown booster seats shouldwear the vehicle’s safety belts.If you have a choice, a child shoul

Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 tells you whatshould be checked, when to check it and what youcan easily do to help keep your vehicle in goodcon

Scheduled MaintenanceService Maintenance I Maintenance IIChange engine oil and filter. See Engine Oil on page 5-13. Reset oil lifesystem. See Engine Oi

Additional Required ServicesThe following services should be performed at the first maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles(kilometers)

Additional Required Services (cont’d)Service and Miles (Kilometers)25,000(41 500)50,000(83 000)75,000(125 000)100,000(166 000)125,000(207 500)150,000(

(e) Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all yourbelts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchoragesare working properly. Look for any oth

Owner Checks and ServicesThese owner checks and services should be performedat the intervals specified to help ensure the safety,dependability and emis

At Least Once a YearStarter Switch Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this inspection, thevehicle could move suddenly. If the vehiclemoves, you or other

Automatic Transmission Shift LockControl System Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this inspection, thevehicle could move suddenly. If the vehiclemoves,

Parking Brake and AutomaticTransmission Park (P) Mechanism Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this check, your vehiclecould begin to move. You or others

Recommended Fluidsand LubricantsFluids and lubricants identified below by name,part number or specification may be obtained from yourdealer.Usage Fluid/

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here two children are wearing the same belt.The belt can not properly spread the impactforces. In a crash, the two children can

Usage Fluid/LubricantFront andRear AxleSAE 75W-90 Synthetic AxleLubricant (GM Part No. U.S.12378261, in Canada 10953455)meeting GM Specification 998611

Normal Maintenance Replacement PartsReplacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your GM dealer.Part G

Maintenance RecordAfter the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service and thetype of services per

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-17

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-18

Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...7-2Online Owner Center ...

Customer Assistanceand InformationCustomer Satisfaction ProcedureYour satisfaction and goodwill are important toyour dealer and to GMC. Normally, any

The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court programadministered by the Council of Better BusinessBureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehi

Customer Assistance for TextTelephone (TTY) UsersTo assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, orspeech-impaired and who use the Text Telephones(

All Overseas LocationsPlease contact the local General Motors Business Unit.Mexico, Central America and CaribbeanIslands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico

Vehicle Damage WarningsAlso, in this manual you will find these notices:Notice: These mean there is something that coulddamage your vehicle.A notice te

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here a child is sitting in a seat that has alap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part isbehind the child. If the child wears the

Roadside Assistance ProgramAs the owner of a new GMC vehicle, you areautomatically enrolled in the GMC Roadside Assistanceprogram. This value-added se

• Mileage, Vehicle Identification Number, (VIN) anddelivery date of the vehicle.• Description of the problem.While we hope you never have the occasion

Transportation OptionsWarranty service can generally be completed while youwait. However, if you are unable to wait, GMC helpsminimize your inconvenie

Additional Program InformationCourtesy Transportation is available during theBumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period,but it is not part of the New V

To read this information, special equipment is neededand access to the vehicle or the device that storesthe data is required. GM will not access infor

Reporting Safety Defects to theCanadian GovernmentIf you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehiclehas a safety defect, you should immediately

Owner’s InformationOwner publications are written specifically for ownersand intended to provide basic operational informationabout the vehicle. The ow

AAccessory Power Outlets ... 3-18Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-EquippedVehicle ...

Audio System(s) ... 3-44AM-FM Radio ... 3-45Care of Your CD Player

Carbon Monoxide ... 2-10, 2-34, 4-38, 4-56Care ofSafety Belts ... 5-92Your CD Player ...

{CAUTION:People should never hold a baby in their armswhile riding in a vehicle. A baby does notweigh much — until a crash. During a crash ababy will

Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt ... 1-29Content Theft-Deterrent ... 2-14Control of a Vehicle ...

Driving (cont.)In Rain and on Wet Roads ... 4-29Recovery Hooks ... 4-43Rocking Your Veh

Fuel ... 5-5Additives ... 5-6California

IIgnition Positions ... 2-17Infants and Young Children, Restraints ... 1-34Inflation -- Tire Pres

LocksDoor ... 2-7Lockout Protection ... 2-10Power Door ...

OOdometer ... 3-24Odometer, Trip ... 3-24Off-Road Recov

QQuestions and Answers About Safety Belts ... 1-15RRadiator Pressure Cap ... 5-28Radios ...

Restraint SystemsChecking ... 1-75Replacing Parts ... 1-76Ret

Service ... 5-3Adding Equipment to the Outside ofYour Vehicle ...

Tires (cont.)Inflation -- Tire Pressure ... 5-60Inspection and Rotation ... 5-62Installing the

Q: What are the different types of add-onchild restraints?A: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by thevehicle’s owner, are available in four

Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN) ... 5-98Service Parts Identification Label ... 5-98Ventilat

{CAUTION:The body structure of a young child is quiteunlike that of an adult or older child, for whomthe safety belts are designed. A young child’ship

A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint withthe seating surface against the back of the infant.The harness system holds the infant in place a

A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed toimprove the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system.Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positi

When choosing a child restraint, be sure the childrestraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it willhave a label saying that it meets fe

CAUTION: (Continued)Even though the airbag off switch is designedto turn off the right front passenger’s frontalairbag, no system is fail-safe, and no

Top StrapSome child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether”.It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision.For it to work, a top str

When using a top strap-equipped child restraint in arear outboard seating position of a crew cab model,route the top strap over the top of the seatbac

These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle:v

Crew CabA. Top Strap AnchorageB. Seatback LatchThere are top strap anchors on the back wall behindeach rear seating position. You must pull the seatba

Extended Cab with Rear SeatsA. Top strap routing loopsB. Top strap anchorsC. LATCH anchors (See Lower Anchorages and TopTethers for Children (LATCH Sy

Lower Anchorages and Top Tethersfor Children (LATCH System)Your vehicle is equipped with the LATCH System.For crew cabs, there are anchors for each ou

A. Lower AnchorageB. Lower AnchorageIn order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle,you need a child restraint designed for that system.{CAUTION:If a

Securing a Child Restraint Designedfor the LATCH System (Crew Cab)1. Find the LATCH anchorages for the seating positionyou want to use. See Lower Anch

Securing a Child Restraint Designedfor the LATCH System (Regular/Extended Cab - No Rear Seats)Your vehicle has airbags. Regular cab models andextended

Unless the right front passenger’s frontal airbag hasbeen turned off, never put a rear-facing child restraintin this vehicle. Here is why:{CAUTION:A c

1. Your vehicle has a right front passenger’s frontalairbag. See Airbag Off Switch on page 1-71.If your child restraint is forward-facing, always move

Securing a Child Restraint in aRear Seat PositionIf your child restraint is equipped with the LATCHsystem, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers forChi

4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out ofthe retractor to set the lock (crew cab only).5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child r

✍ NOTESvi

Securing a Child Restraint in theCenter Front Seat PositionDo not use child restraints in this position. The restraintswill not work properly.Securing

If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system,you will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure thechild restraint in this position. Be sure

5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out ofthe retractor to set the lock.6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint,pull th

Securing a Child Restraint in theRight Front Seat Position(Models with an Airbag Off Switch)Regular Cab Models and ExtendedCab Models without Rear Sea

Unless the right front passenger’s frontal airbag hasbeen turned off, never put a rear facing child restraint inthe right front passenger’s seat. Here

If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system,you will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure thechild restraint in this position. Be sure

5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out ofthe retractor to set the lock.6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint,pull th

If you were using a rear-facing child restraint, turn onthe right front passenger’s frontal airbag when youremove the rear-facing child restraint from

Here are the most important things to know about theairbag system:{CAUTION:You can be severely injured or killed in a crashif you are not wearing your

{CAUTION:Both frontal and side impact airbags inflatewith great force, faster than the blink of aneye. If you are too close to an inflating airbag,as yo

Front Seats ...1-3Manual Seats ...1-3Power Seats ...

There is an airbagreadiness light on theinstrument panel whichshows the airbag symbol.The system checks the airbag electrical system formalfunctions.

The right front passenger’s airbag is in the instrumentpanel on the passenger’s side.If your vehicle has a roof-mounted side impact airbagfor the driv

If your vehicle has a roof-mounted side impact airbagfor the right front passenger and the person seateddirectly behind that passenger, it is located

When Should an Airbag Inflate?The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal airbagsare designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontalor near-front

If your vehicle has side impact airbags, it has electronicside sensors. The side impact airbags are designedto inflate in moderate to severe side crash

or near frontal collisions, rollovers, and rear impacts,primarily because an occupant’s motion is not towardthose airbags. Airbags should never be reg

Your vehicle may have a feature that will automaticallyunlock the doors, turn the interior lamps on and flashthe hazard warning flashers when the airbag

Airbag Off SwitchRegular Cab Models and Extended CabModels without Rear SeatsIf your vehicle is a regular cab model or an extendedcab model without re

Child age 1 to 12. A child age 1 to 12 mustride in the front seat because:•my vehicle has no rear seat;• although children ages 1 to 12 ride in the re

To turn off the right front passenger’s frontal airbag,insert your ignition key into the switch, push in,and move the switch to the off position.The a

Airbag System ...1-61Where Are the Airbags? ...1-64When Should an Airbag Infla

To turn on the right front passenger’s frontal airbag,insert your ignition key into the switch, push in,and move the switch to the on position.Servici

Adding Equipment to YourAirbag-Equipped VehicleQ: Is there anything I might add to the front ofthe vehicle that could keep the airbags fromworking pro

Replacing Restraint System PartsAfter a Crash{CAUTION:A crash can damage the restraint systems inyour vehicle. A damaged restraint systemmay not prope

Keys ...2-2Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4Remote Keyless Entry Sy

Keys{CAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. They couldoperate the power windows or other controls o

There is one double-sidedkey for the ignition, driver’sdoor lock, and tailgate.When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer providesthe owner with a pa

Remote Keyless Entry SystemIf equipped, the keyless entry system operates on aradio frequency subject to Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) Rules

Remote Keyless Entry SystemOperationIf your vehicle has this feature you can lock and unlockyour doors and disarm or arm your theft-deterrentsystem fr

Matching Transmitter(s) to Your VehicleEach remote keyless entry transmitter is coded toprevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle.If a t

Doors and LocksDoor Locks{CAUTION:Unlocked doors can be dangerous.• Passengers — especially children — caneasily open the doors and fall out of amovin

Front SeatsManual SeatsThis section tells you about the seats – how to adjustthem, and fold them up and down.{CAUTION:You can lose control of the vehi

Power Door LocksIf your vehicle has powerdoor locks, the switchesare located on the driver’sand the front passenger’sarmrests.Remove the ignition key

Rear Door Security Locks(Crew Cab)If you have the crew cab model, your vehicle may beequipped with rear door security locks. With this feature,you can

Lockout ProtectionIf you have power door locks, this feature protects youfrom locking your key in the vehicle when the key isin the ignition and a doo

Removing the TailgateFollow these steps if you want to remove the tailgate:1. Lift up slightly on the entire tailgate assembly.Remove the retainingcab

Windows{CAUTION:Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in avehicle with the windows closed is dangerous.They can be overcome by the extreme heat a

Power WindowsThe power windowcontrols are located on thearmrest of each door.The driver’s door has switches for the passengerwindows as well. Your pow

Sliding Rear WindowIf your vehicle has this feature, squeeze the latch in thecenter of the window and slide the glass to open it.When you close the wi

If a locked door is not opened using the remote keylessentry transmitter, or by OnStar®, the alarm will go off.The front turn signal lamps will flash f

Passlock®Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock®theft-deterrent system.Passlock®is a passive theft-deterrent system. Passlock®enables fuel if the

Ignition PositionsWith the key in the ignitionswitch, you can turn to fourdifferent positions.LOCK (A): This position locks your ignition andtransmiss