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Seats and Restraint Systems
........................... 1-1
Front Seats
............................................... 1-3
Rear Seats
............................................... 1-6
Safety Belts
............................................. 1-10
Child Restraints
....................................... 1-31
Airbag System
......................................... 1-61
Restraint System Check
............................ 1-73
Features and Controls
..................................... 2-1
Keys
........................................................ 2-2
Doors and Locks
....................................... 2-7
Windows
................................................. 2-16
Theft-Deterrent Systems
............................ 2-19
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
........... 2-19
Mirrors
.................................................... 2-30
OnStar
®
System
...................................... 2-33
Storage Areas
......................................... 2-34
Instrument Panel
............................................. 3-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 3-4
Climate Controls
...................................... 3-18
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
........ 3-23
Audio System(s)
....................................... 3-41
Driving Your Vehicle
....................................... 4-1
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
..... 4-2
Towing
................................................... 4-36
Service and Appearance Care
.......................... 5-1
Service
..................................................... 5-3
Fuel
......................................................... 5-5
Checking Things Under the Hood
............... 5-10
All-Wheel Drive
........................................ 5-43
Rear Axle
............................................... 5-44
Front Axle
............................................... 5-44
Noise Control System
............................... 5-45
Bulb Replacement
.................................... 5-47
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
......... 5-51
Tires
...................................................... 5-52
Appearance Care
..................................... 5-84
Vehicle Identification
................................. 5-92
Electrical System
...................................... 5-93
Capacities and Specifications
..................... 5-98
Maintenance Schedule
..................................... 6-1
Maintenance Schedule
................................ 6-2
Customer Assistance and Information
.............. 7-1
Customer Assistance and Information
........... 7-2
Reporting Safety Defects
........................... 7-12
Index
................................................................ 1
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Summary of Contents

Page 1

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

Page 2 - How to Use This Manual

Power SeatIf your vehicle has front power seat(s), you can adjustthem with these controls located at the front centerof the seat cushion.To raise or l

Page 3

Ignition PositionsUse the key to turn the ignition switch to four differentpositions.A (Lock): This position locks the ignition andtransmission. It is

Page 4 - Vehicle Symbols

Starting Your EngineMove your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).Your engine will not start in any other position — that isa safety feature. To re

Page 5

Fuel RegulatorYour vehicle has a fuel regulator that shuts the fuel offwhen the engine reaches 5,600 rpm.Engine Coolant HeaterIn very cold weather, 0°

Page 6

Automatic Transmission OperationThere are several different positions for your shift lever.PARK (P): This position locks your rear wheels. It isthe be

Page 7

{CAUTION:Shifting into a drive gear while your engine isrunning at high speed is dangerous. Unlessyour foot is firmly on the brake pedal, yourvehicle c

Page 8

All-Wheel DriveIf your vehicle has all-wheel drive, your engine’s drivingpower is sent to all four wheels for extra tractionwhen needed.This is like f

Page 9

Shifting Into Park (P){CAUTION:It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicleif the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) withthe parking brake firmly s

Page 10 - Reclining Seatbacks

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

Page 11

Parking Over Things That Burn{CAUTION:Things that can burn could touch hot exhaustparts under your vehicle and ignite. Do notpark over papers, leaves,

Page 12 - Rear Seats

Running Your Engine While YouAre ParkedIt is better not to park with the engine running. But ifyou ever have to, here are some things to know.{CAUTION

Page 13

But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle ismoving.{CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicleis in motion can be dangerous. Ev

Page 14

MirrorsManual Rearview MirrorInside Day/Night Rearview MirrorPull the tab under the mirror toward you to reduce glarefrom headlamps behind you after d

Page 15

1. To adjust the mirrorswhen towing a trailer,turn the mirror bypushing the mirrorhead toward the frontof the vehicle.2. Turn the mirror headso that i

Page 16

Outside Convex MirrorYour passenger’s side mirror may be convex. A convexmirror’s surface is curved so you can see more fromthe driver’s seat.{CAUTION

Page 17 - Why Safety Belts Work

OnStar®SystemOnStar®uses global positioning system (GPS) satellitetechnology, wireless communications, and call centersto provide you with a wide rang

Page 18

OnStar®Personal CallingAs an OnStar®subscriber, the Personal Callingcapability is available if your hand-held cell phone islost, forgotten, or has a l

Page 19

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

Page 20 - Safety Belts

Security Light ...3-37Cruise Control Light ...3-37Reduced Engine Power

Page 22

Instrument Panel Overview3-4

Page 23

The main components of your instrument panel are the following:A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-20.B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.

Page 24

Rear SeatsRear Seat OperationRemoving the Rear Seat1. Disconnect the quickrelease latch platesfor the lap shoulderbelts on the benchseat to be removed

Page 25

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

Page 26

To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull thelever. Move the steering wheel to a comfortablelevel, then release the lever to lock the wheel

Page 27

• L Windshield Washer. See Windshield Washeron page 3-10.• I Cruise Control. Cruise Control on page 3-10.For information on the exterior lamps, see Ex

Page 28

Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer23(Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer): Tochange the headlamps from low to high beam, pull themultifunction lever all the wa

Page 29 - (2nd Row)

Windshield WasherL(Washer Fluid): There is a paddle marked with thewindshield washer symbol at the top of the multifunctionlever. To spray washer fluid

Page 30 - (3rd, 4th and 5th Row)

9(Off): This position turns the system off.R(On): This position activates the system.S (Resume/Accelerate): Push the lever to this symbolto make the v

Page 31 - Rear Seat Passengers

Resuming a Set SpeedSuppose you set your cruise control at a desired speedand then you apply the brake. This, of course,disengages the cruise control.

Page 32

Using Cruise Control on HillsHow well your cruise control will work on hills dependsupon your speed, load and the steepness of thehills. When going up

Page 33

; (Parking Lamps): Turn the control to this positionto turn on the parking lamps, together with thefollowing:• Instrument Panel Lights• Daytime Runnin

Page 34 - Children and Small Adults

When you turn the headlamp switch off, the headlampswill go off, and your DRL lamps will illuminate.To turn off the DRL, turn the exterior lamp contro

Page 35

• The passenger’s side pin has a black cap with awhite “R” marked on it:3. Pull the pin handle up to disengage the pin fromthe retaining clip, then pu

Page 36 - Safety Belt Extender

Entry LightingYour vehicle is equipped with an illuminated entryfeature.When a door is opened, the dome lamps will come on ifthe dome override button

Page 37 - Child Restraints

Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatibleto the accessory power outlet and could result inblown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience

Page 38

Climate ControlsClimate Control SystemWith this system you can control the heating, coolingand ventilation for your vehicle.Turn the right knob clockw

Page 39

A/C (Air Conditioning): This setting will begin to cooland dehumidify the air inside of your vehicle.MAX A/C (Maximum Air Conditioning): Turn the righ

Page 40 - Infants and Young Children

Rear Window DefoggerSome vehicles may have a rear window defogger.< R. DEF (Rear Defrost): Press this button to turnthe rear window defogger on or

Page 41

Rear Heating SystemYour vehicle may have a rear heating system thatallows you to adjust the amount of air flowing into therear of the vehicle, from the

Page 42

Rear Air Conditioning and HeatingSystemYour vehicle may have a rear heating andair-conditioning system. This system regulates thetemperature, the fan

Page 43

To change the current mode, select one of the following:D (Vent): Use this mode to direct air to the upperoutlets, with a little air directed to the fl

Page 44

Instrument Panel ClusterThe instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how the vehicle is running. You will know howfast you are

Page 45

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

Page 46 - Child Restraint Systems

Replacing the Rear Seats{CAUTION:A seat that is not locked into place properlycan move around in a collision or sudden stop.People in the vehicle coul

Page 47

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

Page 48

Airbag Off LightIf your vehicle is equipped with an airbag off switch,when you turn the right front passenger’s airbag off, theairbag off light will c

Page 49

{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

Page 50

Voltmeter GageWhen your engine is notrunning, but the ignition ison (in the RUN position),this gage shows yourbattery’s state of charge inDC volts.Whe

Page 51

This light should come on briefly when you turn theignition key to RUN. If it doesn’t come on then, have itfixed so it will be ready to warn you if ther

Page 52

Anti-Lock Brake System WarningLightWith the anti-lock brakesystem, this light will comeon when you start yourengine and may stay on forseveral seconds

Page 53 - Top Strap

StabiliTrak Indicator LightIf you have the StabiliTraksystem, this light will be onor flashing, according tothe description table for theStabiliTrak®sy

Page 54

Malfunction Indicator LampCheck Engine LightYour vehicle is equippedwith a computer whichmonitors operation of thefuel, ignition, and emissioncontrol

Page 55 - Cargo Van

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

Page 56

Emissions Inspection and MaintenanceProgramsSome state/provincial and local governments have ormay begin programs to inspect the emission controlequip

Page 57

3. Insert the locking pin into the seat base and pushthe seat to line up with the pin with the base.The pin with the black cap marked “R” must beinsta

Page 58 - Rear Outside Seat Position

A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by adangerously low oil level or other problem causinglow oil pressure. Check your oil as soon as pos

Page 59

Security LightThe light will stay on until the engine starts. If the lightflashes, the Passlock®System has entered a tampermode. If the vehicle fails t

Page 60

Reduced Engine Power LightIf the check engine andreduced engine powerlights are on, the throttlemay be disabled anda noticeable reduction inthe vehicl

Page 61 - Center Seat Position

Tow/Haul Mode LightThis message is displayedwhen the tow/haul modehas been activated.For more information, see “Tow/Haul Mode” in Towing aTrailer on p

Page 62 - Right Front Seat Position

Fuel GageThe fuel gage, when the ignition is on, tells you abouthow much fuel you have left in your tank.The gage will first indicate empty before you

Page 63

Audio System(s)Notice: Before adding any sound equipment toyour vehicle, like a tape player, CB radio, mobiletelephone, or two-way radio, make sure th

Page 64

AM-FM RadioPlaying the RadioPWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system onand off.VOL (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or todecrease the volum

Page 65

Setting Preset StationsUp to 18 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM) can beprogrammed on the six numbered pushbuttons, byperforming the following s

Page 66

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

Page 67 - Airbag System

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

Page 68

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

Page 69

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

Page 70 - Where Are the Airbags?

Playing a CDInsert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. Theplayer will pull it in and the CD should begin playing. CDwill appear on the display.

Page 71

6 RPT (Repeat): Press this pushbutton once to hear atrack over again. RPT will appear on the display.The current track will continue to repeat. Press

Page 72 - Single Stage Airbags

Radio with Cassette and CDRadio Data System (RDS)The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS).RDS features are available for use only on FM stations

Page 73 - How Does an Airbag Restrain?

Playing the RadioPWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system onand off.o VOL p (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or todecrease the volume.INFO

Page 74

© SCAN ¨: Press and hold either the SCAN or theTYPE arrows for two seconds until SCAN appearson the display and you hear a beep. The radio will go toa

Page 75 - Airbag Off Switch

To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middleposition, push and hold the AUDIO knob when no toneor speaker control is displayed. ALL CENTERED

Page 76

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

Page 77

RDS MessagesINFO (Information): If the current station has amessage, the information symbol will appear on thedisplay. Press this button to see the me

Page 78

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

Page 79 - Restraint System Check

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

Page 80

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

Page 81

Playing a Cassette TapeThe tape player is built to work best with tapes that areup to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapeslonger than that are so

Page 82

3 REV (Reverse): Press this pushbutton to quicklyreverse the tape. The radio will play while the tapereverses. Press it again to return to playing spe

Page 83 - Remote Keyless Entry System

Cassette Tape MessagesCHK TAPE (Check Tape): If this message appears onthe display, the tape will not play due to one of thefollowing errors:• The tap

Page 84 - Operation

When a CD is inserted, the CD symbol will appear onthe display. As each new track starts to play, thetrack number will appear on the display.The CD pl

Page 85 - Resynchronization

© SEEK ¨: Press the left arrow to go to the start ofthe current or to the previous track. Press the rightarrow to go to the start of the next track. I

Page 86 - Battery Replacement

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

Page 87

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

Page 88 - Rear Door Security Locks

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

Page 89

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

Page 90 - Sliding Side Door

Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoes not stop.1-12

Page 91

3. Once the desired PTY is displayed, press andhold either the TYPE or the SCAN arrows fortwo seconds, and the radio will begin scanning thestations i

Page 92 - 60/40 Swing-Out Side Door

Radio MessagesCAL ERR (Calibration Error): The audio system hasbeen calibrated for your vehicle from the factory. IfCAL ERR appears on the display, it

Page 93

To insert multiple CDs, do the following:1. Turn the ignition on.2. Press and hold the LOAD button for two seconds.You will hear a beep and the indica

Page 94

If the CD is not removed, after 25 seconds, the CD will beautomatically pulled back into the player. If CD is pushedback into the player, before the 2

Page 95

©SCAN ¨: To scan one CD, press and hold eitherSCAN arrow for more than two seconds until SCANappears on the display and you hear a beep. The radiowill

Page 96

Seek through the song list by using the SEEK or TYPEarrows. Seeking past the last saved track will returnto the first saved track.To delete tracks from

Page 97 - Power Windows

• There may have been a problem while burningthe CD.• The label may be caught in the CD player.If the CD is not playing correctly, for any other reaso

Page 98 - Sun Visors

Care of Your Cassette Tape PlayerA tape player that is not cleaned regularly can causereduced sound quality, ruined cassettes, or a damagedmechanism.

Page 99 - Starting and Operating Your

Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality maydegrade over time. Always make sure the cassette tapeis in good condition before the tape playe

Page 100 - Ignition Positions

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

Page 101 - Starting Your Engine

The person keeps going until stopped by something.In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield...or the instrument panel...1-13

Page 102 - {CAUTION:

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

Page 103

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

Page 104

According to the American Medical Association,a180 lb (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce(355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with aBA

Page 105 - Parking Brake

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

Page 106

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

Page 107 - Shifting Out of Park (P)

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

Page 108

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

Page 109

StabiliTrak®SystemIf your vehicle has StabiliTrak®, it combines anti-lockbrake, traction and stability control systems andhelps the driver maintain di

Page 110 - Manual Rearview Mirror

Pressing and holding theStabiliTrak®button locatedon the instrument panelfor more than five secondscan turn off StabiliTrak®and part of the tractioncon

Page 111 - Outside Power Mirrors

Traction Control OperationThe traction control system is part of the StabiliTrak®system. Traction control limits wheel spin by reducingengine power to

Page 112

GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, GMC,the GMC Truck Emblem, and the name SAVANA areregistered trademarks of General Motors Corporation.This manual in

Page 113 - Services

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

Page 114 - Storage Areas

The traction you can get in a curve depends on thecondition of your tires and the road surface, the angle atwhich the curve is banked, and your speed.

Page 115 - Section 3 Instrument Panel

An emergency like this requires close attention and aquick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel atthe recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions

Page 116

PassingThe driver of a vehicle about to pass another on atwo-lane highway waits for just the right moment,accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead,

Page 117

• Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder, andstart your left lane change signal before moving outof the right lane to pass. When you are far en

Page 118 - Instrument Panel Overview

If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off theaccelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you wantthe vehicle to go. If you start steering qu

Page 119

Here are some tips on night driving.• Drive defensively.• Do not drink and drive.• Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce theglare from headlamp

Page 120 - Tilt Wheel

Driving in Rain and on Wet RoadsRain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wetroad, you cannot stop, accelerate, or turn as wellbecause your ti

Page 121

{CAUTION:Wet brakes can cause accidents. They will notwork as well in a quick stop and may causepulling to one side. You could lose control ofthe vehi

Page 122 - Turn and Lane-Change Signals

Driving Through Flowing Water{CAUTION:Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces.If you try to drive through flowing water, as youmight at a low wa

Page 123 - Windshield Wipers

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

Page 124

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

Page 125

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

Page 126

When you want to leave the freeway, move to theproper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit,do not, under any circumstances, stop and backup. Dr

Page 127 - Exterior Lamps

Highway HypnosisIs there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis?Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call ithighway hypnosis, lack

Page 128 - Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)

If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you areplanning to visit there, here are some tips that can makeyour trips safer and more enjoyable.• K

Page 129 - Dome Lamp Override

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

Page 130 - Accessory Power Outlets

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

Page 131

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

Page 132 - Climate Controls

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

Page 133 - Defogging and Defrosting

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 to spin

Page 134 - Outlet Adjustment

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

Page 135 - Rear Heating System

4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure.If the belt is not long enough, see Safet

Page 136

There is also important loading information on thevehicle Certification/Tire label. It tells you the GrossVehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the GrossAxl

Page 137 - Indicators

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

Page 138 - Instrument Panel Cluster

Item Description TotalAVehicle Capacity Weightfor Example 3 =1,000 lbs (453 kg)BSubtract Occupant Weight200 lbs (91 kg) × 5 =1000 lbs (453 kg)C Availa

Page 139 - Safety Belt Reminder Light

The Certification/Tire label also tells you the maximumweights for the front and rear axles, called GrossAxle Weight Rating (GAWR). To find out the actu

Page 140

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

Page 141

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

Page 142

Tow/Haul ModeTow/haul is designed to assist while your vehicle ispulling a large or heavy load or trailer. Tow/haul is mostuseful while pulling such a

Page 143 - Brake System Warning Light

The following chart shows how much your trailer can weigh, based upon vehicle model and options.Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWRG1500 Ca

Page 144

Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWRG2500 Cargo Van 2WD4300 V6 3.73 4,700 lbs (2 132 kg) 10,000 lbs (4 536 kg)4800 V83.734.106,400 lbs (2 90

Page 145 - StabiliTrak Not Ready Light

Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWRG2500 Passenger Van 2WD Short Wheelbase6000 V83.734.107,800 lbs (3 538 kg)9,800 lbs (4 445 kg)14,000 lbs

Page 146 - StabiliTrak Indicator Light

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

Page 147 - Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWRG3500 Passenger Van 2WD Short Wheelbase6000 V83.734.107,700 lbs (3 493 kg)9,700 lbs (4 400 kg)14,000 lbs

Page 148 - If the Light Is On Steady

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

Page 149 - Oil Pressure Gage

Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s TiresBe sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upperlimit for cold tires. You’ll find these numbers onthe Certifica

Page 150

If you use a step-bumper hitch, your bumper could bedamaged in sharp turns. Make sure you have ampleroom when turning to avoid contact between the tra

Page 151 - Cruise Control Light

Driving with a Trailer{CAUTION:If you have a rear-most window open and youpull a trailer with your vehicle, carbon monoxide(CO) could come into your v

Page 152 - Indicator Light

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

Page 153 - Check Gages Warning Light

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

Page 154 - Fuel Gage

When You Are Ready to Leave AfterParking on a Hill1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal downwhile you:• start your engine,• shift into a gea

Page 156 - AM-FM Radio

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

Page 157 - Setting Preset Stations

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

Page 158 - Radio with CD

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-51Tires ...5-52Tire Sidewall Labelling .

Page 159 - Finding a Station

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

Page 160 - Radio Messages

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

Page 161 - Playing a CD

Adding Equipment to the Outside ofYour VehicleThings you might add to the outside of your vehicle canaffect the airflow around it. This may cause windn

Page 162 - CD Messages

California FuelIf your vehicle is certified to meet California EmissionStandards (see the underhood emission control label), itis designed to operate o

Page 163 - Radio with Cassette and CD

Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers andethanol, and reformulated gasolines may be available inyour area to contribute to clean air. Genera

Page 164 - Playing the Radio

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

Page 165

{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

Page 166 - Station (RDS and XM™)

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

Page 167

Hood ReleaseTo open the hood, do the following:1. Pull the handle withthis symbol on it. It islocated in front ofthe driver’s side doorframe near the

Page 168 - RDS Messages

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is over an armrest.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt goesover an armrest like this. The belt w

Page 169 - XM™ Radio Messages

Engine Compartment OverviewWhen you lift the hood, here is what you will see:5-12

Page 170 - XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d)

A. Battery. See Battery on page 5-38.B. Radiator Pressure Cap. See Radiator Pressure Capon page 5-25.C. Coolant Recovery Tank. See Cooling System onpa

Page 171 - Playing a Cassette Tape

2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towelor cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove itagain, keeping the tip down, and check th

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• 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

Page 173 - CD Adapter Kits

You should look for this information on the oil container,and use only those oils that are identified as meetingGM Standard GM6094M and have the starbu

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If the system is ever reset accidentally, you mustchange your oil at 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since yourlast oil change. Remember to reset the oil life

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Engine Air Cleaner/FilterThe engine air cleaner/filter is located near the center ofthe engine compartment. See Engine CompartmentOverview on page 5-12

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

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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

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

Page 179 - Radio Data System (RDS)

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

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

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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

Page 182 - Playing a Specific Loaded CD

Checking CoolantThe coolant recovery tankis located near the centerof the enginecompartment. See EngineCompartment Overviewon page 5-12 for moreinform

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{CAUTION:You can be burned if you spill coolant on hotengine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol,and it will burn if the engine parts are hotenoug

Page 184 - Using Song List Mode

If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine{CAUTION:Steam from an overheated engine can burnyou badly, even if you just open the hood.Stay away from the engin

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If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam,try this for a minute or so:1. In heavy traffic, let the engine idle in NEUTRAL (N)while stopped

Page 186 - Radio Reception

When the engine is cold, the coolant level should be ator above the COLD FILL mark. If it is not, you mayhave a leak at the pressure cap or in the rad

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{CAUTION:Adding only plain water to your coolingsystem can be dangerous. Plain water, orsome other liquid such as alcohol, can boilbefore the proper c

Page 188 - Chime Level Adjustment

If the overheat warning continues, there is one morething you can try. You can add the proper coolantmixture directly to the radiator, but be sure the

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3. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOL®coolant mixture, up to the base of the fillerneck. See Engine Coolant on page 5-22 for moreinformation ab

Page 190 - Your Vehicle

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

Page 191 - Drunken Driving

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

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Power Steering FluidThe power steering fluidreservoir is located in theengine compartmenton the driver’s side of thevehicle. See EngineCompartment Over

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

Page 194 - Control of a Vehicle

BrakesBrake FluidYour brake master cylinderreservoir is filled withDOT-3 brake fluid. SeeEngine CompartmentOverview on page 5-12 forthe location of ther

Page 195 - Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

Checking Brake FluidYou can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap.Look at the brake fluidreservoir. The fluid levelshould be above MIN. If iti

Page 196 - Locking Rear Axle

Brake WearYour vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes.Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that makea high-pitched warning sound when the brake p

Page 197 - StabiliTrak

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

Page 198 - System Operation

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

Page 199 - Steering

4. Open the hoods and locate the positive (+) andnegative (−) terminal locations of the other vehicle.Your vehicle has a remote positive (+) jumpstart

Page 200 - Steering in Emergencies

{CAUTION:Fans or other moving engine parts can injureyou badly. Keep your hands away from movingparts once the engine is running.5. Check that the jum

Page 201 - Off-Road Recovery

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

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8. Now connect the black negative (−) cable to thenegative (−) terminal of the good battery. Use aremote negative (−) terminal if the vehicle has one.

Page 203 - Loss of Control

To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, dothe following:1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from thevehicle that had the dead batte

Page 204 - Driving at Night

Rear AxleWhen to Check LubricantRefer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine howoften to check the lubricant. See ScheduledMaintenance on page 6-4.H

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If the level is below thebottom of the filler plughole, you may need to addsome lubricant.When the differential is cold, add enough lubricant toraise t

Page 206

Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causingthereof:1. The removal or rendering inoperative by anyperson, other than for purposes of mainte

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Bulb ReplacementFor the proper type of replacement bulbs, seeReplacement Bulbs on page 5-51.For any bulb changing procedure not listed in thissection,

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9. Without removing the headlamp assembly itself,remove the bulb socket from the back of theheadlamp on the driver’s side.10. Turn the bulb counterclo

Page 209 - City Driving

Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker andParking LampsTo replace the front turn signal, sidemarker and/orparking lamp bulb(s), do the following:1. Use a small

Page 210 - Freeway Driving

TaillampsTo replace the taillamp bulb(s), do the following:1. Remove the twoinboard nuts on theside assembly.2. Pull the side assembly rearward to cle

Page 211 - Before Leaving on a Long Trip

Replacement BulbsExterior Lamp Bulb NumberBack-up, Rear Parking,Stoplamp, and Turn Signal Lamp3157CHMSL 912Front Parking and Turn SignalLamp3157KXFron

Page 212 - Hill and Mountain Roads

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

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4. To install the new wiper insert, slide the notchedend last, into the end with two blade claws. Thenslide the insert all the way through the blade c

Page 214 - Winter Driving

Tire Sidewall LabellingUseful information about a tire is molded into thesidewall. The following illustrations are examples of atypical P-Metric and a

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(A) Tire Size: The tire size code is a combination ofletters and numbers used to define a particulartire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction ty

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(G) Single Tire Maximum Load: Maximum load thatcan be carried and the maximum pressure neededto support that load when used as a single. Forinformatio

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

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KiloPascal (kPa): The metric unit for air pressure.Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: A tire used on light dutytrucks and some multipurpose passenger vehic

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Tread: The portion of a tire that comes into contactwith the road.Treadwear Indicators: Narrow bands, sometimescalled “wear bars,” that show across th

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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

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Dual Tire OperationWhen the vehicle is new, or whenever a wheel, wheelbolt or wheel nut is replaced, check the wheel nut torqueafter 100, 1,000 and 6,

Page 222 - Certification/Tire Label

If your vehicle has single rear wheels, always use thecorrect rotation pattern shown here when rotatingyour vehicle’s tires. Do not include the spare

Page 223

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

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Center Passenger Position(3rd, 4th and 5th Row)Lap BeltIf your vehicle has third, fourth or fifth row bench seats,someone can sit in the center positio

Page 225

After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front andrear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire andLoading Information label. See Loading Your Veh

Page 226 - Weight of the Trailer

• The tire has a bump, bulge or split.• The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage thatcan’t be repaired well because of the size orlocation of the

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

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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

Page 229

If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel boltsor wheel nuts, replace them only with new GMoriginal equipment parts. This way, you will be sure

Page 230

Tire Chains{CAUTION:If your vehicle has dual wheels or P235/75R16or LT245/75R16 size tires, do not use tirechains. They can damage your vehicle becaus

Page 231 - Weight of the Trailer Tongue

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,

Page 232 - Carrying Hitches

{CAUTION:Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehiclecan slip off the jack and roll over or fall on youor other people. You and they could be badlyin

Page 233 - Trailer Brakes

Removing the Spare Tire and ToolsIf you have a cargo van ora passenger van, theequipment you will need islocated in the passengerside rear corner of t

Page 234

The tools you will be using include the jack (A), jackhandle extension (B), jack handle (C), wheel wrench (D)and the ratchet (E).Your spare tire is st

Page 235 - Making Turns

Rear Seat PassengersIt’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckleup! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in therear seat are hurt m

Page 236

3. Turn the ratchet counterclockwise to lower thespare tire to the ground. If the spare tire doesnot lower to the ground, the secondary latchis engage

Page 237 - Trailer Wiring Harness

Removing the Flat Tire andInstalling the Spare TireIf your vehicle has plastic wheel nut caps, loosen themby turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise

Page 238

Connect the jack handle (B) and jack handleextension (C) together and press the retentionclip (arrow) so it engages.Front Position5-74

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3. Position the jack underthe vehicle as shown.{CAUTION:Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up isdangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack yo

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4. Raise the vehicle by turning the ratchet clockwise.Make sure the UP mark faces you. Raise thevehicle far enough off the ground so there is enoughro

Page 241

{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

Page 242

7. Put the wheel nutsback on with therounded end of thenuts toward the wheel.Tighten each wheelnut by hand untilthe wheel is heldagainst the hub.8. Lo

Page 243 - Gasoline Specifications

9. Tighten the nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence asshown. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise.10. Put the wheel cover or the center cap and plasticwheel

Page 244 - Additives

1. Check under the vehicle to see if the cable end isvisible.If the cable is not visible, start this procedure atStep 6.2. Turn the wrench countercloc

Page 245 - Fuels in Foreign Countries

5. Place the jack under the vehicle, ahead of the rearbumper. Position the center lift point of the jackunder the center of the spare tire and turn th

Page 246

3. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckleend of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part.The lap part of the belt should be worn low

Page 247

Storing a Flat or Spare Tire andTools{CAUTION:Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in thepassenger compartment of the vehicle couldcause injury.

Page 248

3. Pull the wheel toward the rear of the vehicle,keeping the cable tight.4. With the UP side facing you, attach the ratchet tothe wheel wrench.5. Put

Page 249 - Hood Release

After installing the spare tire on your vehicle, you shouldstop as soon as possible and make sure the spare iscorrectly inflated. Have the damaged or fl

Page 250 - Engine Compartment Overview

Fabric/CarpetUse a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loosedirt. Wipe vinyl, leather, plastic, and painted surfaceswith a clean, damp cloth.G

Page 251 - Engine Oil

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

Page 252 - When to Add Engine Oil

Care of Safety BeltsKeep belts clean and dry.{CAUTION:Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, itmay severely weaken them. In a crash, theymight

Page 253 - • SAE 5W-30

Cleaning Exterior Lamps/LensesUse only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a carwashing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses.Follow instructio

Page 254 - Engine Oil Life System

Windshield and Wiper BladesIf the windshield is not clear after using the windshieldwasher, or if the wiper blade chatters when running,wax, sap, or o

Page 255 - What to Do with Used Oil

TiresTo clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner.Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressingproducts on your vehicle may damage the paintfi

Page 256 - Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

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

Page 257

The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop ora crash.{CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder beltis too loose. In a crash, you would

Page 258 - How to Check

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

Page 259

Electrical SystemAdd-On Electrical EquipmentNotice: Don’t add anything electrical to yourvehicle unless you check with your dealer first.Some electrica

Page 260 - Engine Coolant

Floor Console Fuse BlockThe floor console fuse block is located under thedriver’s seat.Fuse Usage1 Spare2 Outside Rear View Mirror3 Courtesy Lamp/SEO4

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Fuse Usage17 Not Available18 Left Rear Park Lamp19 Pass Turn Mirror20 Right Rear Park Lamp21 Trailer Park Lamp22 Front Park Lamp32 Auxilary 133 Auxila

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Fuse Usage5 Back-up Lamps Trailer Wiring6 Ignition 07 Stoplamp8 Right Rear Defogger/Heated Mirror9Right Daytime Running Lamp/TurnSignal10Left Daytime

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Fuse Usage37Supplemental Inflatable RestraintSystem38 Powertrain Control Module Ignition 139 Oxygen Sensor B40 Oxygen Sensor A41 Windshield Wipers42 Ri

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Capacities and SpecificationsThe following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids andLubricants on

Page 265 - Cooling System

ApplicationCapacitiesEnglish MetricFuel TankStandard Tank (Passenger and Cargo)Standard Tank (Cab and Chassis)Optional Tank (Cab and Chassis)** 159 in

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✍ NOTES5-100

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

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Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides forChildren and Small AdultsRear safety belt comfort guides will provide addedsafety belt comfort for older children w

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

Page 270 - Engine Fan Noise

Using Your Maintenance ScheduleWe at General Motors want to help you keep yourvehicle in good working condition. But we do not knowexactly how you wil

Page 271 - Power Steering Fluid

When you go to your GM Goodwrench dealer for yourservice needs, you will know that GM-trained andsupported service technicians will perform the workus

Page 272 - Windshield Washer Fluid

Maintenance I — Use Maintenance I if the changeengine oil light comes on within 10 months sincethe vehicle was purchased or Maintenance IIwas performe

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Scheduled Maintenance (cont’d)Service Maintenance I Maintenance IIPerform any needed additional services. See “Additional Required Services” inthis se

Page 274

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

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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(

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(c) Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if theyare cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes,fittings and clamps; replace with genu

Page 277

(i) Drain, flush and refill cooling system. See EngineCoolant on page 5-22 for what to use. Inspect hoses.Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and fil

Page 278

Engine Coolant Level CheckCheck the engine coolant level and addDEX-COOL®coolant mixture if necessary. See EngineCoolant on page 5-22 for further deta

Page 279

2. Place the guide over the belt and insert the twoedges of the belt into the slots of the guide.3. Be sure the belt is not twisted and it lies flat.Th

Page 280

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

Page 281

Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facingdownhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set theparking brake.• To check the parking brak

Page 282 - Front Axle

Usage Fluid/LubricantHydraulic BrakeSystemDelco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid orequivalent DOT-3 brake fluid.WindshieldWasher SolventGM Optikleen®Washer Solve

Page 283 - Noise Control System

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

Page 284

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

Page 285

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

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

Page 287 - Center High-Mounted Stoplamp

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

Page 288 - Taillamps

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

Page 289 - Replacement

STEP THREE: Both General Motors and your dealerare committed to making sure you are completelysatisfied with your new vehicle. However, if you continue

Page 290

4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt asdescribed in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1-25.Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses theshoulder.

Page 291 - Tire Sidewall Labelling

Online Owner CenterThe Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownershipneeds. Specific vehicle information can be found inone place.The Online Owner Ce

Page 292

Customer Assistance OfficesGMC encourages customers to call the toll-free numberfor assistance. If a U.S. customer wishes to write toGMC, the letter s

Page 293 - Tire Size

GM Mobility ReimbursementProgramThis program, available to qualified applicants, canreimburse you up to $1,000 toward eligible aftermarketdriver’s or p

Page 294

• Flat Tire Change: Installation of a spare tire will becovered at no charge. The customer is responsiblefor the repair or replacement of the tire if

Page 295

Canadian Roadside AssistanceVehicles purchased in Canada have an extensiveroadside assistance program accessible from anywherein Canada or the United

Page 296 - Inflation - Tire Pressure

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

Page 297 - When to Check

Additional Program InformationCourtesy Transportation is available during theBumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it isnot part of the New V

Page 298

In a crash event, computer systems, such as the AirbagSensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) in your vehiclemay record information about the condition of

Page 299

Reporting Safety DefectsReporting Safety Defects to theUnited States GovernmentIf you believe that your vehicle has a defect which couldcause a crash

Page 300

Reporting Safety Defects to GeneralMotorsIn addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in asituation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify

Page 301

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

Page 302 - Uniform Tire Quality Grading

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

Page 303 - Wheel Replacement

AAccessory Power Outlets ... 3-16Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-EquippedVehicle ...

Page 304

Audio System(s) ... 3-41AM-FM Radio ... 3-42Care of Your Cassette

Page 305

CCalifornia Fuel ... 5-6Canadian Owners ... iiCapacities a

Page 306

Climate Control System (cont.)Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System ... 3-22Rear Heating System ... 3-21Comfort

Page 307

EElectrical SystemAdd-On Equipment ... 5-93Engine Compartment Fuse Block ... 5-95Floor Console Fuse

Page 308

Fuel (cont.)Filling Your Tank ... 5-8Fuels in Foreign Countries ... 5-7Gage ...

Page 309

IIgnition Positions ... 2-20Infants and Young Children, Restraints ... 1-34Inflation -- Tire Pres

Page 310

Light (cont.)Change Engine Oil ... 3-36Charging System ... 3-28Check Gages Wa

Page 311 - Installing the Spare Tire

NNew Vehicle Break-In ... 2-19Noise Control System, Tampering ... 5-45Normal Maintenance Replace

Page 312 - Front Position

{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

Page 313

RRadiator Pressure Cap ... 5-25Radios ... 3-41AM-FM Radio ...

Page 314

Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ... 2-20Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts ... 1-23RoadsideAssistance Program ...

Page 315

Sheet Metal Damage ... 5-90Shifting Into Park (P) ... 2-26Shifting Out of Park

Page 316

Tires (cont.)Tire Sidewall Labelling ... 5-53Tire Terminology and Definitions ... 5-56Uniform Tire Qual

Page 317

WWarning Lights, Gages and Indicators ... 3-23WarningsHazard Warning Flashers ... 3-6Other Warning Devices ..

Page 318

{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

Page 319

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

Page 320

Infants and Young ChildrenEveryone in a vehicle needs protection! This includesinfants and all other children. Neither the distancetraveled nor the ag

Page 321 - Spare Tire

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

Page 322 - Appearance Care

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

Page 323 - Fabric/Carpet

{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

Page 324 - Glass Surfaces

{CAUTION:Newborn infants need complete support,including support for the head and neck.This is necessary because a newborn infant’sneck is weak and it

Page 325

{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

Page 326 - Finish Care

Child Restraint SystemsAn infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in amotor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designedto restrain or posit

Page 327 - Aluminum Wheels

A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint forthe child’s body with the harness and also sometimeswith surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-li

Page 328 - Chemical Paint Spotting

Q: How do child restraints work?A: A child restraint system is any device designed foruse in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or positionchildren. A

Page 329

Where to Put the RestraintPassenger Vans without anAirbag Off SwitchAccident statistics show that children are safer if theyare restrained in the rear

Page 330 - Vehicle Identification

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

Page 331 - Electrical System

Passenger Vans with anAirbag Off SwitchAccident statistics show that children are safer if theyare restrained in the rear rather than the front seat.W

Page 332 - Floor Console Fuse Block

Cargo Vans and Cab and ChassisModels without an Airbag Off SwitchThe child restraint must be secured properly in the rightfront passenger seat. If you

Page 333 - Engine Compartment Fuse Block

Cargo Vans and Cab and ChassisModels with an Airbag Off SwitchThe child restraint must be secured properly in the rightfront passenger seat. If you ne

Page 334

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

Page 335

Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchorpoints. Be sure to use an anchor point located on thesame side of the vehicle as the seating positi

Page 336 - Capacities and Specifications

For the second row only, in the left outboard seatingposition, use anchor point (A). For the right outboardseating position, use anchor point (B). For

Page 337 - Engine Specifications

Lower Anchorages and Top Tethersfor Children (LATCH System)Your vehicle may have the LATCH system. If it does,you will find two sets of anchors in the

Page 338

A. Lower AnchorageB. Lower AnchorageIn order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle,you need a child restraint designed for that system.To assist you

Page 339

Securing a Child Restraint Designedfor the LATCH System1. Find the LATCH anchorages for the seatingposition you want to use, where the bottom of these

Page 340 - Maintenance Schedule

3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button ispositioned so you would be able to unbuckle thesafety belt quickly if you ever had to.4. Pull the r

Page 341

✍ NOTESvi

Page 342 - Scheduled Maintenance

5. To tighten the belt, pull the shoulder portion of thebelt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feedthe shoulder belt back into the retractor.

Page 343

Securing a Child Restraint in aCenter Seat Position(3rd, 4th and 5th Row)If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system,see Lower Anchorage

Page 344

4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button ispositioned so you would be able to unbuckle thesafety belt quickly if you ever had to.5. To tighten

Page 345 - Additional Required Services

Unless your vehicle has an airbag off switch and youhave used it to turn the passenger’s airbag off, never puta rear-facing child restraint in the rig

Page 346 - Maintenance Footnotes

{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

Page 347

4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button ispositioned so you would be able to unbuckle thesafety belt quickly if you ever had to.5. Pull the r

Page 348 - At Each Fuel Fill

6. To tighten the belt, pull the shoulder portion of thebelt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feedthe shoulder belt back into the retractor.

Page 349

Airbag SystemIf it says AIR BAG on the middle part of the steeringwheel and AIR BAG on the instrument panel in front ofthe right front passenger’s sea

Page 350

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

Page 351 - Lubricants

If your vehicle has an airbag for the right front passengerread this.{CAUTION:Anyone who is up against, or very close to,any airbag when it inflates ca

Page 352

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

Page 353

Where Are the Airbags?The driver’s airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel.If your vehicle has one, the right front passenger’s airbagis in the

Page 354 - Maintenance Record

{CAUTION:If something is between an occupant and anairbag, the bag might not inflate properly or itmight force the object into that person causingsever

Page 355 - Maintenance Record (cont’d)

Airbags may inflate at different crash speeds.For example:• If the vehicle hits a stationary object, the airbagcould inflate at a different crash speed

Page 356

Dual Stage AirbagsIf your vehicle has frontal airbags with dual stagedeployment, the restraint will adjust according to thecrash severity. Your vehicl

Page 357

What Will You See After anAirbag Inflates?After an airbag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quicklythat some people may not even realize the airbaginflate

Page 358 - Information

• Airbags are designed to inflate only once. After anairbag inflates, you will need some new partsfor your airbag system. If you do not get them,the air

Page 359

This switch should only be turned to airbag OFF if theperson in the right front passenger’s position is amember of a passenger risk group identified by

Page 360 - Telephone (TTY) Users

To turn off the right front passenger’s airbag, insert yourignition key into the switch, push in, and move theswitch to the off position.The airbag of

Page 361 - Customer Assistance Offices

To turn the right front passenger’s airbag on, insert yourignition key into the switch, push in, and move theswitch to the on position.Servicing Your

Page 362 - Roadside Assistance Program

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

Page 363

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

Page 364 - Courtesy Transportation

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

Page 365 - Transportation Options

Keys ...2-2Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-3Remote Keyless Entry Sy

Page 366 - Data Recorders

Keys{CAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. Theycould operate the power windows or othercontrols or

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This vehicle has onedouble-sided key for theignition and door locks. Itwill fit with either side up.When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer provide

Page 368 - Reporting Safety Defects

At times you may notice a decrease in range. This isnormal for any remote keyless entry system. If thetransmitter does not work or if you have to stan

Page 369 - Service Publications Ordering

L(Panic Alarm): The remote keyless entry transmittercomes equipped with an instant panic alarm. To use thealarm, press the horn symbol while the ignit

Page 370 - Owner’s Information

Battery ReplacementUnder normal use, the battery in your remote keylessentry transmitter should last about four years.You can tell the battery is weak

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

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Power Door LocksPress the bottom side ofthe power door lock switchto lock all the doors atonce. Press the top side ofthe power door lockswitch to unlo

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Move the button to the leftto engage the securityfeature. Move the button tothe right to return thedoor locks to normaloperation.Move the button to th

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Front SeatsManual Seats{CAUTION:You can lose control of the vehicle if you try toadjust a manual driver’s seat while the vehicleis moving. The sudden

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Move the button up toengage the securityfeature. Move the buttondown to return thedoor locks to normaloperation.Lockout ProtectionThis feature protect

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To close the sliding side door from outside, use theoutside door handle to slide the door toward the front ofthe vehicle.When the door slides closed c

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To close the sliding door from inside, grasp the insidehandle and slide the door toward the front of the vehicleto a closed position.Make sure the doo

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To open the front portion of a 60/40 door from the inside,pull the handle toward you and push open the door.To open the rear portion of a 60/40 door f

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Rear Doors{CAUTION:Unlocked doors can be dangerous.• Passengers — especially children — caneasily open the doors and fall out of amoving vehicle. When

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To open the rear doors from the outside, pull the handletoward you to open the passenger’s side rear door first.To open the driver’s side rear door, pu

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

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Power WindowsIf you have powerwindows, the controls arelocated on each of theside doors.The driver’s door has a switch for the passengerwindow as well

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Swing-Out WindowsTo open the side door swing-out windows, pull up onthe latch at the edge of the window. Swing the windowout and push down on the latc

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Theft-Deterrent SystemsVehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrentfeatures, we know

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