Gmc 2004 Canyon Uživatelský manuál

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

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

If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressure onthe shift lever by pushing the shift lever all the way intoPARK (P) as you maintain brake applica

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

4n(4LO): This setting also engages your front axle togive you extra traction. It sends the maximum powerto all four wheels. You might choose 4LO if yo

Shifting from 4LO to 2HI or 4HITo shift from 4LO to 2HI or 4HI, your vehicle must bestopped or moving less than 1.2 mph (2 km/h) withthe transmission

Parking BrakeThe parking brake pedal islocated to the left of theregular brake pedal,near the driver’s door.To set the parking brake, hold the regular

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 Into Park (P)(Automatic Transmission){CAUTION:It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicleif the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) witht

• Move the lever up as far as it will go.3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK.4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you canleave your vehicle with th

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

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 can not see orsmell. It can cause unconsciousness a

{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 MirrorYou can adjust the mirror for day or night driving.Press the tab forward (away from you) for day driving.Pull the tab bac

Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirrorwith Compass and TemperatureDisplayYour vehicle may have an automatic dimming rearviewmirror with a compass, temperat

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

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

Outside Power MirrorsIf your vehicle has thisfeature, the controls arelocated on the driver’s doorarmrest.To adjust the power mirrors, do the followin

OnStar®SystemYour vehicle may have this feature. OnStar®usesglobal positioning system (GPS) satellite technology,wireless communications, and state of

Luxury and Leisure Plan•All Directions and Connections Plan services• Personal ConciergeOnStar®Personal CallingWith OnStar®Personal Calling, you have

Front Armrest Storage AreaYour vehicle may have a two-tiered center armreststorage area. Lift up on the upper tab located at the frontof the armrest t

✍ NOTES2-44

Instrument Panel Overview ...3-2Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-4Other Warning Devices ...

Instrument Panel OverviewManual transmission shown, automatic transmission similar3-2

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

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

{CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicleis in motion can be dangerous. Even if youbuckle up, your safety belts can’t do their jobwhen

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

• Move the cruise switch from on to resume/accelerate. Hold it there until you get up to thespeed you want, and then release the switch.To increase yo

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

Automatic Headlamp SystemYour vehicle may be equipped with this feature.When it is dark enough outside, your automaticheadlamp system will turn on you

Daytime Running LampsDaytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easierfor others to see the front of your vehicle during the day.DRL can be helpful in ma

Cargo LampsIf your vehicle is equipped with cargo lamps, you canuse them if you need more light in the cargo area of yourvehicle. The dome lamps must

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

Dome LampThe dome lamp will come on when you open a door.You can also turn the dome lamp on by turning thethumbwheel all the way up. In this position,

Notice: Adding any electrical equipment to yourvehicle may damage it or keep other componentsfrom working as they should. The repairs would notbe cove

Climate ControlsClimate Control SystemWith this system you can control the heating, cooling,and ventilation for your vehicle.Temperature KnobThe left

Mode KnobThe right knob on the control panel is used to direct theairflow inside your vehicle. Turn the knob to selectone of the following modes:H (Ven

#(Air Conditioning): Your vehicle may have airconditioning. Press this button to turn the air-conditioningsystem on or off. An indicator light on the

Outlet AdjustmentThe flow-through outlets on your vehicle allow outsideair to enter your vehicle while it is moving. Outsideair will also enter your ve

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

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

Air Bag Readiness LightThere is an air bag readiness light on the instrumentpanel, which shows the air bag symbol. The systemchecks the air bag’s elec

Rear SeatsRear Seat Operation (Crew Cab)If your vehicle is a crew cab, the rear seatback can befolded forward. Before you can fold the rear seatback,y

Air Bag Off LightRegular Cab Models and Extended CabModels without Rear SeatsWhen you turn the air bag off switch to the off position,the off indictor

{CAUTION:If the air bag readiness light ever comes onwhen you have turned off the air bag, it meansthat something may be wrong with the air bagsystem.

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 a while, your emission controlsmay not work as well, your fuel economy may notbe as

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

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 qualitywill

Oil Pressure Light{CAUTION:Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. Ifyou do, your engine can become so hot that itcatches 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,

To return the seatback to the upright position, do thefollowing:1. Lift the seatback up and push it back into place.2. Reconnect the center safety bel

Daytime Running LampsIndicator LightThis light turns onwhenever the DaytimeRunning Lamps are on.See “Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)” under ExteriorLamps

Driver Information Center (DIC)The DIC display is located on the instrument panelcluster. The DIC can display information such as the tripodometer, an

GM Oil Life System™Press the reset stem until OIL LIFE appears (flashing)on the display. The GM Oil Life System™ showsan estimate of the oil’s remainin

LanguageYou can choose the language in which the DICinformation is displayed. Press the reset stem untilLANGUAGE is displayed. While LANGUAGE is onthe

BRAKESThis message will be displayed on the DIC if there is aproblem with your brakes. Check your brakes assoon as possible and have your vehicle serv

LOW FUELThis message will be displayed on your DIC if the levelof fuel in your vehicle is low. You should also checkyour fuel gage. See Fuel Gage on p

TRACTION FAULTIf you have the Traction Control System (TCS), you maysee this message if there is a problem with yourTraction Control System (TCS). Che

Setting the Time for Radios withoutRadio Data Systems (RDS)Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears on thedisplay. Press and hold MIN until th

AM-FM RadioPlaying the RadioPWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the systemon and off.VOL (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or todecrease volume.RC

Setting Preset StationsThe six numbered pushbuttons let you return to yourfavorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations(six FM1, six FM2, and six A

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

Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the rightand the left speakers, press and release AUDIO untilBAL appears on

Radio with CDPlaying the RadioPWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the systemon and off.q VOL r (Volume): Turn this knob to increase orto decrease vol

Finding a StationBAND: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2,or AM. The display will show your selection.q TUNE r: Turn this knob to select rad

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

Radio Data System (RDS)Your audio system is equipped with a Radio DataSystem (RDS). RDS features are available for use onlyon FM stations that broadca

SCAN: You can scan the stations within a PTY byperforming the following:1. Turn the P-TYPE knob to activate program typeselect mode. TYPE and a PTY wi

RDS MessagesALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies.When an alert announcement comes on the currentradio station, ALERT! will appear on t

Radio MessagesCAL ERR (Calibration Error): Your audio system hasbeen calibrated for your vehicle from the factory.If CAL ERR appears on the display, i

1 PREV (Previous): Press this pushbutton to go to thestart of the current track if it has been playing formore than eight seconds. TRACK and the track

q SCAN r: Press and hold either SCAN arrow formore than two seconds until SCAN appears on thedisplay and you hear a beep. Use this feature to listento

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

Radio with Six-Disc CDPlaying the RadioPWR (Power): Push this knob to turn the systemon and off.VOLUME: Turn this knob to increase or to decreasevolum

Finding a StationBAND: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2,AM. The display will show your selection.TUNE: Turn this knob to select radio stat

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)Your audio system is equipped with a Radio DataSystem (RDS). RDS features are available for use onlyon FM stations that broadca

SCAN: You can also scan through the stations within aPTY by performing the following:1. Press the P-TYPE button to activate program typeselect mode. P

RDS MessagesALERT!: Alert warns of local or national emergencies.When an alert announcement comes on the currentradio station, ALERT! will appear on t

Playing a CDThe CD player can play the smaller 8 cm single CDswith an adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the smaller CDsare loaded in the same manner.If

When a CD is inserted, the CD symbol will appear onthe display. If more than one CD has been loaded,a number for each CD will appear on the display. I

{ REV (Reverse): Press and hold this button toreverse quickly within a track. You will hear sound at areduced volume. Release this button to play thep

To scan all loaded CDs, press and hold either SCANarrow for more than four seconds until CD SCANappears on the display and you hear a beep. Use thisfe

Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoesn’t stop.1-13

To play the song list, press the SONG LIST button.One beep will be heard and S-LIST will appear on thedisplay. The recorded tracks will begin to play

CD MessagesCHECK CD: If this message appears on the radiodisplay, it could be for one of the following reasons:• It is very hot. When the temperature

Radio ReceptionAMThe range for most AM stations is greater than for FM,especially at night. The longer range, however, cancause stations to interfere

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 aB

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. All

Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drivein spurts — heavy acceleration followed by heavybraking — rather than keeping pace with traffic. This i

GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, GMC, andthe GMC Emblem are registered trademarks and thename CANYON is a trademark of General MotorsCorporation.Thi

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

Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely.Suddenly, an animal jumps out in front of you. You slamon the brakes and continue braking. Here

Remember: Anti-lock does not change the time youneed to get your foot up to the brake pedal or alwaysdecrease stopping distance. If you get too close

If your vehicle is in cruise control when the tractioncontrol system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruisecontrol will automatically disengage. When

Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve.Then you suddenly accelerate. Both controlsystems — steering and acceleration — have to dotheir work wh

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

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,

• Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder,and start your left lane change signal before movingout of the right lane to pass. When you are fareno

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

Before You Go Off-RoadingThere are some things to do before you go out.For example, be sure to have all necessary maintenanceand service work done. Ch

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

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

Getting Familiar with Off-Road DrivingIt is a good idea to practice in an area that is safeand close to home before you go into the wilderness.Off-roa

Scanning the TerrainOff-road driving can take you over many different kindsof terrain. You need to be familiar with the terrainand its many different

Driving on Off-Road HillsOff-road driving often takes you up, down or across ahill. Driving safely on hills requires good judgmentand an understanding

Driving UphillOnce you decide you can safely drive up the hill,you need to take some special steps.• Use a low gear and get a firm grip on the steering

Q: What should I do if my vehicle stalls, or is aboutto stall, and I can not make it up the hill?A: If this happens, there are some things you shouldd

Driving DownhillWhen off-roading takes you downhill, you will want toconsider a number of things:• How steep is the downhill? Will I be able to mainta

Q: Am I likely to stall when going downhill?A: It is much more likely to happen going uphill. But ifit happens going downhill, here is what to do.• St

• Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of theincline even worse. If you drive across a rock with theuphill wheels, or if the downhill wheels drop i

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 can not accelerateas quickly, turning

Q: If I’m 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’re in anaccident

Driving in WaterHeavy rain can mean flash flooding, and flood watersdemand extreme caution.Find out how deep the water is before you drive throughit. If

After Off-Road DrivingRemove any brush or debris that has collected on theunderbody, chassis or under the hood. Theseaccumulations can be a fire hazard

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

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

Driving too fast through large water puddles or evengoing through some car washes can cause problems,too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avo

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 they h

Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain youallow a reasonable following distance. Expect tomove slightly slower at night.When you want to lea

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

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

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:Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or with theignition off is dangerous. Your brakes will haveto do all the work of slowing down. They couldget

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 coldsnow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wetice can be even more trouble because it may

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

Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It OutFirst, turn your steering wheel left and right. That willclear the area around your front wheels. If you have afour-

{CAUTION:These hooks, when used, are under a lot offorce. Always pull the vehicle straight out.Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle.The hooks c

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

The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug onthe hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this appliesforce to the strong pelvic bones. A

Dinghy TowingTwo-Wheel Drive VehiclesNotice: If you tow your vehicle with all four wheelson the ground, the drivetrain components couldbe damaged. The

5. Shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL.See Four-Wheel Drive on page 2-26 formore information.6. Release the parking brake only after the vehiclebeing t

Four-Wheel-Drive VehiclesFront Towing (Front Wheels Off the Ground)Use the following steps to dolly tow your vehicle fromthe front:1. Drive the vehicl

Rear Towing (Rear Wheels Off the Ground)Four-Wheel-Drive VehiclesUse the following steps to dolly tow your vehicle fromthe rear:1. Drive the vehicle u

6. Release the parking brake only after the vehiclebeing towed is firmly attached to the towingvehicle.Notice: If you exceed 55 mph (90 km/h) whiletowi

Tire and Loading Information LabelA. Vehicle Capacity WeightThe Tire and Loading Information is attached to thedriver’s side center pillar, below the

Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit1. Locate the statement “The combined weight ofoccupants and cargo should never exceed XXXpounds” on your vehi

Loading Your VehicleItem Description TotalAVehicle Capacity Weightfor Example 2 =1,000 lbs (453 kg)BSubtract Occupant Weight150lbs(68kg)x5=750 lbs (34

Certification/Tire LabelThe Certification/Tire label is attached to the bottomsection of the center pillar, on the driver’s side ofthe vehicle. Vehicles

Using heavier suspension components to get addeddurability might not change your weight ratings. Ask yourdealer to help you load your vehicle the righ

Q: What’s 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

Two-Tiered LoadingBy positioning four 2” X 6” wooden planks across thewidth of the pickup box, you can create an upperload platform. The planks must b

Truck-Camper Loading InformationYour vehicle was not designed to carry a slide-incamper.Trailer RecommendationsYou must subtract your hitch load from

Towing a Trailer{CAUTION:If you do not use the correct equipment anddrive properly, you can lose control when youpull a trailer. For example, if the t

If You Do Decide To Pull A TrailerIf you do, here are some important points:• There are many different laws, including speed limitrestrictions, having

Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR**2WD Regular CabAutomatic Transmission,2.8 L Engine3.73 3,500 lbs. (1 587 kg) 7 000 lbs. (3 175 kg)Aut

Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR**Automatic Transmission,3.5 L Engine3.73 4,000 lbs. (1 814 kg) 9,000 lbs. (4 082 kg)Manual Transmissio

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

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

Vehicle* Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR**4WD Crew Cab®Automatic Transmission,2.8 L Engine3.73 2,800 lbs. (1 270 kg) 7 000 lbs. (3 175 kg)Autom

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

Q: What’s 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 li

After you’ve loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and thenthe tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper.If they aren’t you may be able to

Trailer BrakesIf your trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs. (450 kg)loaded, then it needs its own brake – and they must beadequate. 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

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

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

Tires ...5-57Inflation - Tire Pressure ...5-64Tire Inspection

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, youwill want to use the proper service manual. It tellsyou much more about

FuelUse of the recommended fuel is an important part of theproper maintenance of your vehicle.Gasoline OctaneUse regular unleaded gasoline with a post

Q: What’s 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 in

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

Some gasolines that are not reformulated for lowemissions may contain an octane-enhancing additivecalled methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl(

The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged dooron the driver’s side of your vehicle.While refueling, hang the cap by the tether from thehook on

{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 located inside the vehicle on thelower left side of the instrument panel.2. Release

Engine Compartment OverviewWhen you open the hood on the 2.8 L engine, you’ll see:2.8 L engine shown. 3.5 L engine similar5-12

A. Windshield Washer Fluid. See Windshield WasherFluid on page 5-37.B. Coolant Recovery Tank. See Engine Coolant onpage 5-25.C. Power Steering Fluid R

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

sup®• SAE 5W-30As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 isbest for your vehicle. However, if it is going to be0°F (–18°C) or above and SAE 5W-30 is

Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The belt is twisted across the body.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt.In a crash, you wouldn’t have

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

How to Reset the CHANGE OIL MessageThe GM Oil Life System calculates when to change yourengine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Anytimeyour oil is

Engine Air Cleaner/FilterThe engine air cleaner/filter is located on the passenger’sside of the engine compartment. See Engine CompartmentOverview on p

{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 Clutch(Manual Transmission)The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle isself-adjusting. The clutch master cylinder reservoir isfilled with

Engine CoolantThe cooling system in your vehicle is filled withDEX-COOL®engine coolant. This coolant is designedto remain in your vehicle for 5 years o

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

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

Checking CoolantThe coolant recovery tank is located toward the rear ofthe engine compartment on the passenger’s side.See Engine Compartment Overview

Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank, but be carefulnot to spill it.{CAUTION:You can be burned if you spill coolant on hotengine parts. Coolant co

{CAUTION:Steam from an overheated engine can burnyou badly, even if you just open the hood.Stay away from the engine if you see or hearsteam coming fr

If you no longer have the overheat warning, you candrive. Just to be safe, drive slower for about 10 minutes.If the warning doesn’t come back on, you

When the engine is cold, the coolant level should be atleast up to the FULL COLD mark. If it isn’t, you mayhave a leak at the pressure cap or in the r

How to Add Coolant to the CoolantRecovery TankIf you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant levelisn’t at the FULL COLD mark, add a 50/50 mixtur

When the coolant in the coolant recovery tank is at theFULL COLD mark, start your vehicle.If the overheat warning continues, there’s one morething you

How to Add Coolant to the RadiatorYou can remove theradiator pressure capwhen the cooling system,including the upperradiator hose,is no longer hot.1.

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

Safety Warnings and SymbolsYou will find a number of safety cautions in this book.We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell youabout things that could

Right Front Passenger PositionTo learn how to wear the right front passenger’s safetybelt properly, see Driver Position on page 1-16.The right front p

Power Steering FluidThe power steering fluid reservoir is located near thefront of the engine compartment, behind the radiator.See Engine Compartment O

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

BrakesBrake FluidYour brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT-3brake fluid. See Engine Compartment Overview onpage 5-12 for the location of t

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.If

Brake WearYour vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drumbrakes.Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make ahigh-pitched warning sound w

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

Vehicle StorageIf you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 daysor more, remove the black, negative (−) cable fromthe battery. This will help kee

1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-voltbattery with a negative ground system.Notice: If the other vehicle’s system is not a 12-voltsystem w

{CAUTION:Using a match near a battery can cause batterygas to explode. People have been hurt doingthis, and some have been blinded. Use aflashlight if

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

To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shownuntil the belt is snug.Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lappart of a lap-should

Don’t let the other end touch anything until thenext step. The other end of the negative (-) cabledoesn’t go to the dead battery. It goes to aheavy, u

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

Four-Wheel DriveLubricant checks in this section also apply to thesevehicles. However, there are two additional systemsthat need lubrication.Transfer

Front AxleWhen to Check and Change LubricantIt is not necessary to regularly check front axle fluidunless you suspect there is a leak or you hear anunu

Bulb ReplacementSee Replacement Bulbs on page 5-54 for the propertypes of bulbs to use. For any bulb changing procedurenot listed in this section, con

3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull itstraight out of the headlamp housing.4. Unplug the electrical connector from the old bulb.5. Plug

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 andremove it from the

A. Stoplamp/TaillampB. Turn SignalC. Back-up Lamp3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove itfrom the taillamp housing.4. Pull the old bulb s

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

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

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 LabelingUseful information about a tire is molded into itssidewall. The following illustrations are examples of atypical P-Metric and a

(A) Tire Size Code: The tire size code is a combinationof letters and numbers used to define a particulartire’s width, height, aspect ratio, constructi

(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

(F) Tire Size: A combination of letters and numbersdefine a tire’s width, height, aspect ratio, constructiontype and service description. The letter “T

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

Intended Outboard Sidewall: The side of anasymmetrical tire, that must always face outward whenmounted on a vehicle.Kilopascal (kPa): The metric unit

Traction: The friction between the tire and the roadsurface. The amount of grip provided.Tread: The portion of a tire that comes into contactwith the

When to CheckCheck your tires once a month or more.Also, check the tire pressure of the spare tire.If you have a compact spare tire, it should be at60

If the belt is not long enough, see Safety BeltExtender on page 1-30.Make sure the release button on the buckle ispositioned so you would be able to u

When rotating your tires, always use one of the correctrotation patterns shown here.If your vehicle has a compact spare tire or a spare tirethat does

When It Is Time for New TiresOne way to tell when it’stime for new tires is tocheck the treadwearindicators, which willappear when your tireshave only

Buying New TiresTo find out what kind and size of tires you need, look atthe Certification/Tire label or the Tire and LoadingInformation label. See Load

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

Tire Chains{CAUTION:If your vehicle has P225/75R15, P265/75R15 orP235/50R17 size tires, do not use tire chains.They can damage your vehicle because th

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. See

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

{CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder beltis too loose. In a crash, you would moveforward too much, which could increase injury.The shou

2. Move the seats forward and turn the wing nut onthe cover counterclockwise to remove it. For crewcab models, reach under the rear seat to access the

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

Removing the Flat Tire and Installingthe 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 nuts.Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosenthe wheel nuts. Do not remove the wheel nuts yet.

3. Position the jack (A) under the vehicle as shown.Front LocationRear Location5-80

If the flat tire is on the front of the vehicle, positionthe jack to the rear of the front tire in the pocketoff of the frame.If the flat tire is on the

4. Make sure the jack head is positioned so that therear axle is resting securely between the groovesthat are on the jack head.5. Turn the wheel wrenc

{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

9. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lowerthe vehicle. Lower the jack completely.Front PositionRear Position5-84

10. Tighten the wheel nutsfirmly in a crisscrosssequence as shown byturning the wheelwrench clockwise.{CAUTION:Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tight

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

Storing a Flat or Spare Tire,Jack and Tools{CAUTION:Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in thepassenger compartment of the vehicle couldcause i

2. Tilt the retainer downward and through the wheelopening. Make sure the retainer is fully seatedacross the underside of the wheel.3. Attach the whee

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 the tire partw

Return the wheel wrench and jack extensions and thestorage bag to the location under the front passenger’sseat. Reinstall the jack and wheel blocks, b

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 of “Removing the Spare Tire and Tools”earlier

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

Don’t use your compact spare on other vehicles.And don’t mix your compact spare tire or wheel withother wheels or tires. They won’t fit. Keep your spar

Do not use any of these unless this manual says youcan. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle:• Alcohol• Laundry Soap• Bleach• Reducing AgentsC

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.

Special Fabric Cleaning ProblemsStains caused by such things as catsup, coffee (black),egg, fruit, fruit juice, milk, soft drinks, vomit, urineand blo

Cleaning the Top of the InstrumentPanelUse only mild soap and water to clean the top surfacesof the instrument panel. Sprays containing siliconesor wa

Cleaning the Outside of YourVehicleThe paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depthof color, gloss retention and durability.Washing Your Vehicle

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

Cleaning Aluminum WheelsKeep your wheels clean using a soft clean clothwith mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water.After rinsing thoroughly, dry

Underbody MaintenanceChemicals used for ice and snow removal and dustcontrol can collect on the underbody. If these are notremoved, corrosion and rust

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

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

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

Fuse Usage15 Front Axle Actuator16Antilock Brake System (ABS),ABS module, Four-Wheel Drive,Gravity Sensor17Supplemental Inflatable RestraintSystem, Sen

Fuse Usage43 Starter Solenoid Relay44Antilock Brake System 2 (ABS Pump)45Antilock Brake System 1 (ABS Logic)46Power Seat Circuit Breaker/POA Seat69 Fu

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

Capacities and Specifications (cont’d)ApplicationCapacitiesEnglish MetricTransmission (Drain and Refill)AutomaticManual5.0 quarts2.5 quarts4.7 L2.4 LWhe

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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

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

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

Maintenance I — Use Maintenance I if the CHANGEOIL light comes on within ten months since vehicle waspurchased or Maintenance II was performed.Mainten

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

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

Maintenance Footnotes† The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or theCalifornia Air Resources Board has determined that thefailure to perform this ma

(f) Lubricate all key lock cylinders, body door and fueldoor hinges, latches and locks (including glove boxand console doors), hood latch assembly, se

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 Fluids andLubricantsFluids and lubricants identified below by name, partnumber or specification may be obtained from yourdealer.Usage Fluid/

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 dealer.Part GM P

{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

Engine Drive Belt Routing6-16

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 Performed6-18

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

Customer Assistance andInformationCustomer 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 andCaribbean Islands/Countries(Except Puerto Rico

Roadside Assistance ProgramSecurity While You Travel1-800-GMC-8782 (1-800-462-8782, Roadside Assistanceprompt)As the proud owner of a new GMC vehicle,

For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, pleaseprovide the following to the Roadside AssistanceRepresentative:• Your name, home address, and

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

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

If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the servicedepartment immediately, keep driving it until it can bescheduled for service, unless, of course, t

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 SDM is required.GM will not access information about a crash eve

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

AABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) ... 3-39AC (Air Conditioning) OFF ... 3-39Accessory Power Outlets ...

Audio System(s) (cont.)Setting the Time for Radios withRadio Data Systems (RDS) ... 3-43Setting the Time for Radios withoutRadio D

Care ofSafety Belts ... 5-97Your CD Player ... 3-68Your CDs ...

Cleaning Tires ... 5-100Cleaning Vinyl ... 5-96Climate Control

DOORS ... 3-40DriverPosition, Safety Belt ... 1-16Driver Infor

CAUTION: (Continued)hold it. For example, in a crash at only 25 mph(40 km/h), a 12-lb. (5.5 kg) baby will suddenlybecome a 240-lb. (110 kg) force on a

Event Data Recorders (EDR) ... 7-9Exit Lighting ... 3-16Express Down Windows

Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving ... 4-18Glove Box ... 2-42GM Mobility Program fo

JJump Starting ... 5-42KKeyless Entry System ... 2-4Keys ...

MMaintenance ScheduleAdditional Required Services ... 6-6At Each Fuel Fill ... 6-9At L

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

Power and Heated Seat Circuit Breakers ... 5-104Power Steering ... 4-10Pretensioners, Safety Belt .

Reporting Safety DefectsCanadian Government ... 7-11General Motors ... 7-11Unit

Securing a Child RestraintCenter Front Seat Position ... 1-53Designed for the LATCH System ... 1-48, 1-51Rear Seat Po

TTachometer ... 3-24Tailgate ... 2-10TaillampsT

Traveling to Remote Areas ... 4-17Trip Information ... 3-37Trip Odometer ...

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

What to Add ... 5-39What to Do with Used Oil ... 5-17What to Use ...

{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. Somebooster 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 air bag off switch is designedto turn off the right front passenger’s frontalair bag, no system is fail-safe, and

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

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

These are some examples of symbols you may find on your vehicle:v

Top Strap Anchor LocationA. Top strap routing loopsB. Top strap anchorsC. LATCH anchors. See Lower Anchorages andTop Tethers for Children (LATCH Syste

The anchor points for the top strap on Crew Cab vehiclesare located on the back wall behind the rear seat. You mustpull the seatback forward to access

Lower Anchorages and Top Tethersfor Children (LATCH System)Your vehicle may be equipped with the LATCH System.If it is you will find anchors (A) in the

In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle,you need a child restraint designed for that system.To assist you in locating the anchors for this ch

Securing a Child RestraintDesigned for the LATCH System(Models with an Air Bag Off Switch)Regular Cab Models and ExtendedCab Models without Rear Seats

{CAUTION:If the air bag readiness light ever comes onwhen you have turned off the air bag, it meansthat something may be wrong with the air bagsystem.

5. If the child restraint is forward-facing, attach andtighten the top tether to the top tether anchorage ifyour vehicle has one. The child restraint

Securing a Child Restraint Designedfor the LATCH System (Modelswithout an Air Bag Off Switch)Crew Cab Models and Extended CabModels with Rear Seats1.

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

5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint,pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten thelap portion of the belt and feed the shou

✍ NOTESvi

Securing a Child Restraint inthe Right Front Seat Position(Models with an Air Bag Off Switch)Regular Cab Models and ExtendedCab Models without Rear Se

{CAUTION:If the air bag readiness light ever comes onwhen you have turned off the air bag, it meansthat something may be wrong with the air bagsystem.

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

6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint,pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten thelap portion of the belt and feed the shou

Securing a Child Restraint in theRight Front Seat Position (Modelswithout an Air Bag Off Switch)Crew Cab Models and Extended CabModels with Rear Seats

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

6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint,pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten thelap portion of the belt and feed the shou

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

{CAUTION:Both frontal and side impact air bags inflatewith great force, faster than the blink of aneye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag,as y

There is a air bagreadiness light on theinstrument panel whichshows the air bag symbol.The system checks the air bag electrical system formalfunctions

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

The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrumentpanel on the passenger’s side.If your vehicle has a roof-mounted side impact air bagfor the dr

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

When Should an Air Bag Inflate?The driver’s and right front passengers frontal air bagsare designed to deploy only in moderate to severefrontal, or nea

What Makes an Air Bag Inflate?In an impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensingsystem detects that the vehicle is in a crash. For bothfrontal an

What Will You See After an Air BagInflates?After an air bag inflates, it quickly deflates, so quickly thatsome people may not even realize the air bag in

In many crashes severe enough to inflate an air bag,windshields are broken by vehicle deformation.Additional windshield breakage may also occur from th

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

Medical Condition. A passenger has amedical condition which, according to hisor her physician:•causes the passenger air bag to pose a special riskfor

{CAUTION:If the air bag readiness light ever comes onwhen you have turned off the air bag, it meansthat something may be wrong with the air bagsystem.

Adding Equipment to YourAir Bag-Equipped VehicleQ: Is there anything I might add to the front ofthe vehicle that could keep the air bags fromworking p

Air Bag Systems ...1-60Where Are the Air Bags? ...1-63When Should an Air Bag Infla

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 SystemOperationWith this system you can lock and unlock your doorsfrom about 3 feet (1 m) up to 30 feet (9 m) awayusing the remot

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

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

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

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

Leaving Your VehicleIf you are leaving the vehicle, take your keys, open yourdoor and set the locks from inside. Then get out andclose the door.Rear D

Removing the TailgateFollow these steps if you want to remove the tailgate:1. Raise the tailgateslightly.2. Remove the retaining cables from both ends

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

Power WindowsThe power windowcontrols are located onthe armrest 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 the lock button on the remote keyless entry transmitteris pressed, but a door is open, the horn will chirp sixtimes. Close the open door and the sy

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.{CAUTION:On manual transmission vehicles, turning thekey

ON (C): This is the position that the switch returns toafter you start your engine and release the switch.The switch stays in ON when the engine is ru

Starting Your Engine1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn theignition key to START. When the engine starts,let go of the key. The idle spe