Gmc 2004 Savana Uživatelský manuál

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

Power SeatIf your vehicle has a power seat on the driver’s orpassenger’s side, you can adjust it with these controlslocated at the front center of the

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

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

To open the driver’s side rear door, pull the latchrelease at the inside edge of the door.To close the rear doors, close the driver side rear doorfirst

Manual WindowsTo operate your manual windows, turn the hand crankon each door to raise or lower your side door windows.Power WindowsIf you have powerw

Press the rear of the switch with the power windowsymbol on it to lower the window.Press the front of the switch with the power windowsymbol on it to

Your vehicle also has rear swing out windows.The rear swing-out windows work the same way as theside swing out windows, but the latch is located atthe

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

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

Starting Your EngineMove your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).Your engine won’t start in any other position – that’s asafety feature. To restar

Engine Coolant HeaterIn very cold weather, 0°F (−18°C) or colder, the enginecoolant heater can help. You’ll get easier startingand better fuel economy

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

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

NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine doesn’tconnect with the wheels. To restart when you’re alreadymoving, use NEUTRAL (N) only. Also, useNEUTRA

FIRST (1): This position gives you even more powerbut lower fuel economy than SECOND (2). You can useit on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. I

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

• Move the lever up as far as it will go.3. Move 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 Over Things That Burn{CAUTION:Things that can burn could touch hot exhaustparts under your vehicle and ignite. Do notpark over papers, leaves,

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

MirrorsManual Rearview MirrorInside Day/Night Rearview MirrorIf you have a cargo van without the rear door glass,your vehicle may not have a rearview

2. Turn the mirror headso that it swings furtheroutboard and adjustthe mirror surfaceas needed.Outside Power MirrorsIf your vehicle has powermirrors,

Rear SeatsRear Seat OperationRemoving the Rear Seat1. Disconnect the quickrelease latch plates forthe lap shoulderbelts on the bench seatto be removed

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

OnStar®SystemYour vehicle may be equipped with the OnStar®System. OnStar®uses global positioning system (GPS)satellite technology, wireless communicat

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

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

Radio with Six-Disc CD ...3-61Theft-Deterrent Feature (Non-RDS Radios) ...3-72Theft-Deterrent Feature (RDS Radios) .

✍ NOTES3-3

Instrument Panel Overview3-4

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

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

Other Warning DevicesIf you carry reflective triangles, you can use them towarn others. Set one up at the side of the road about300 feet (100 m) behind

• The passenger’s side pin will have an “R”marked on it and will look like this:3. Pull the pin handle up to disengage from theretaining clip, then pu

Turn Signal/Multifunction LeverThe lever on the left side of the steering columnincludes the following:• Turn and Lane Change Signals• Headlamp High/L

If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid anaccident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when you signala turn, check for burned-out bulbs or a

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 ControlIf your vehicle has cruise control, you can maintain aspeed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more withoutkeeping your foot on the accelerato

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

Reducing Speed While Using CruiseControl•Press and hold the set button at the end of thelever until you reach the lower speed you want, thenrelease it

Exterior LampsThe control on the driver’sside of your instrumentpanel operates the exteriorlamps. Turn the controlclockwise to operatethe lamps.The ex

5 (Headlamps): Turn the control to this position toturn on the headlamps together with the parkinglamps and turn off the daytime running lamps.You can

Center High-Mounted StoplampYour vehicle’s center high-mounted stoplamp is locatedabove the rear doors at the center of the vehicle.If items are loade

Dome Lamp OverrideYou can use the domeoverride button, locatedbelow the exteriorlamp control, to set thedome lamps to comeon automatically while adoor

Replacing the Rear Seats{CAUTION:A seat that isn’t locked into place properly canmove around in a collision or sudden stop.People in the vehicle could

Accessory Power OutletsWith accessory power outlets you can plug in auxiliaryelectrical equipment such as a cellular telephone orCB radio.Your vehicle

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

If your vehicle has air conditioning, your heating/airconditioning controls will look like this:On hot days, open the windows to let hot inside airesc

Rear Window Defogger<R. DEF (Rear Defrost): Press this button to turnthe rear window defogger on or off. Be sure to clearas much snow from the wind

Rear Heating SystemYour vehicle may have a rear heating system that allowsyou to adjust the amount of air flowing into the rear of thevehicle, from the

If your vehicle has a 135 inch wheelbase, a rear controlpanel for this system is located in the second rowbehind the driver in the rear of your vehicl

Warning Lights, Gages andIndicatorsWarning Lights, Gages, andIndicatorsThis part describes the warning lights and gages thatmay be on your vehicle. Th

Instrument Panel ClusterYour instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know howfast you’re

SpeedometerYour speedometer lets you see your speed in bothmiles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).Your odometer shows how far your vehicl

Electronic Road-Speed GovernorYour vehicle may have this feature. This systemautomatically controls top vehicle speed. The systemcontroller receives a

4. Push the pin with the handle marked “R” down untilit is in the retaining clip.5. Push the pin with the handle marked “L” down untilit is in the ret

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

Air Bag Off LightIf your vehicle is equipped with an air bag off switch,when you turn the right front passenger’s air bag off, theair bag off light wi

{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.

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

Brake System Warning LightWith the ignition on, the brake system warning light willcome on when you set your parking brake. The lightwill stay on if y

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

Engine Coolant Temperature GageThis gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If thegage pointer moves into the red area your engine istoo hot!It mea

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Check Gages Warning LightThis light will come on briefly when you are starting theengine.If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving,check

Listed are four situations you may experience with yourfuel gage:• At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off beforethe gage reads full.• It takes a

Setting the Time for Radios withoutRadio Data Systems (RDS)Press and hold the HR or MIN arrow for two seconds.Then press HR until the correct hour app

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

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

Radio with CDPlaying the RadioPWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system onand off.VOL (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or todecrease volume.

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

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

To adjust balance or fade to the middle position, selectBAL or FAD. Then press and hold AUDIO for morethan two seconds until you hear a beep. L and a

Do not add paper labels to CDs, they could get caughtin the CD player.Do not play 3 inch CDs without a standard adapter CD.If an error appears on the

CD MessagesIf the CD comes out, it could be for one of the followingreasons:• It is very hot. When the temperature returns tonormal, the CD should pla

Set the volume at the desired level. Press this button toselect LOW, MEDIUM, or HIGH. AVOL will appearon the display. Each higher setting will allow f

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

To adjust the fade between the front and the rearspeakers, push and release the AUDIO knob until FADEappears on the display. Turn the knob to move the

4. If you want to go to another station within that PTYand the PTY is displayed, press the SEEK TYPEbutton once. If the PTY is not displayed, pressthe

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. IfCAL ERR appears on the display it

2 NEXT: Your tape must have at least three seconds ofsilence between each selection for next to work.Press this pushbutton to go to the next selection

Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoesn’t stop.1-12

Cassette Tape MessagesCHK TAPE (Check Tape): If CHK TAPE appears onthe radio display, the tape will not play because ofone of the following errors:• T

If you turn off the ignition or radio with a CD in theplayer, it will stay n the player. When you turn on theignition or radio, the CD will start play

q SEEK r: 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

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

To scan preset stations, press and hold either SCANarrow for more than four seconds. PRESET SCAN willappear on the display and you will hear a doubleb

Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)AUDIO: To adjust the balance between the rightand the left speakers, push and release the AUDIOknob until BAL app

Finding a Program Type (PTY) StationTo select and find a desired PTY perform thefollowing:1. Press the P-TYPE button to activate program typeselect mod

Setting Preset PTYsThe six numbered pushbuttons let you return to yourfavorite PTYs. These buttons have factory PTY presets.You can set up to 12 PTYs

If the current tuned station does not broadcast trafficannouncements, press this button and the radiowill seek to a station that does. When the radio

As each new track starts to play, the track number willappear on the display.To insert multiple CDs, do the following:1. Turn the ignition on.2. Press

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

Do not repeatedly press the CD eject button to eject aCD after you have tried to push it in manually. Thereceivers 25-second eject timer will reset at

AUTO EQ (Automatic Equalization): Press AUTO EQto select the equalization setting while playing a CD.The equalization will be automatically set whenev

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

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

Theft-Deterrent Feature(Non-RDS Radios)THEFTLOCK®is designed to discourage theft of yourradio. The feature works automatically by learninga portion of

Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every50 hours of use. Your radio may display CLEAN toindicate that you have used your tape player f

Care of Your CDsHandle CDs carefully. Store them in their original casesor other protective cases and away from directsunlight and dust. If the surfac

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: Drivedefensively.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,

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

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

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

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

Control of a VehicleYou have three systems that make your vehicle gowhere you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steeringand the accelerator. All

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

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

The following chart describes the Stabilitrak®Not Ready Light and the Stabilitrak®Indicator Light.Stabilitrak®Not Ready Light Stabilitrak®Indicator Li

If the brake-traction control system activates constantlyor if the brakes have heated up due to high speedbraking, the brake-traction control will be

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.

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

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

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, andstart your left lane change signal before moving outof 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

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 wellbecause your 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

When you want to leave the freeway, move to theproper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, donot, under any circumstances, stop and back up. D

3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you.Don’t let it get twisted.4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.Pull up on th

Highway HypnosisIs there actually such a condition as “highwayhypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel?Call it highway hypnosis, lac

• Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluidlevels and also the brakes, tires, cooling systemand transmission. These parts can work hardon mounta

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

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

Tire and Loading Information LabelA. Vehicle Capacity WeightThe Tire and Loading Information label is attached tothe center pillar, near the driver’s

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

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

Loading Your VehicleItem Description TotalAVehicle Capacity Weightfor Example 2 =1,000 lbs(453 kg)BSubtract OccupantWeight 150 lbs(68 kg) × 5 =750 lbs

Certification/Tire LabelThe Certification/Tire label is found on the rear edge ofthe driver’s door. The label shows the size of youroriginal tires and t

Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or the GAWRfor either the front or rear axle.And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spreadit out.{CAUTIO

PayloadThe Payload Capacity is shown on the Certification/Tirelabel. This is the maximum load capacity that yourvehicle can carry. Be sure to include t

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

Press this button locatedto the right of the steeringwheel on the instrumentpanel to turn tow/haulmode on and off.While activated, theindicator 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

Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWRG2500 Cargo Van 2WD4300 V6 3.73 4,700 lbs. (2 132 kg) 9,500 lbs. (4 309 kg)4800 V83.734.106,400 lbs. (2

Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWRG2500 Passenger Van 2WD Short Wheelbase6000 V83.734.107,900 lbs. (3 583 kg)9,900 lbs. (4 491 kg)14,000 l

Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWRG3500 Passenger Van 2WD Short Wheelbase6000 V83.734.107,800 lbs. (3 538 kg)9,800 lbs. (4 445 kg)14,000 l

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

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

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

If you’ll be pulling a trailer that, when loaded, will weighmore than 5,000 lbs (2 270 kg), be sure to use aproperly mounted weight-distributing hitch

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

PassingYou’ll need more passing distance up ahead whenyou’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re a good deallonger, you’ll need to go much farther b

When towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades,consider the following: Engine coolant will boil at a lowertemperature than at normal altitudes. I

Maintenance When Trailer TowingYour vehicle will need service more often when you’repulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for moreon this. T

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

When It Is Time for New Tires ...5-69Buying New Tires ...5-70Uniform Tire Quality Grading ..

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

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

CAUTION: (Continued)•Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts andother fasteners. “English” and “metric”fasteners can be easily confused. If youuse the w

Gasoline SpecificationsIt is recommended that gasoline meet specificationswhich were developed by automobile manufacturersaround the world and contained

AdditivesTo provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United Statesare now required to contain additives that will helpprevent engine and fuel system

Filling Your Tank{CAUTION:Fuel vapor is highly flammable. It burnsviolently, and that can cause very bad injuries.Do not smoke if you are near fuel or

{CAUTION:If you get fuel on yourself and then somethingignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel canspray out on you if you open the fuel cap tooqui

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 this handle insidethe vehicle. It is locatedin front of the driver’sside door framenear the floo

4. Release the hoodprop from its retainerand put the hoodprop into the slot in thehood hinge on thedriver’s side.If your vehicle has an underhood lamp

Engine Compartment OverviewWhen you lift the hood, you’ll see these items:5-12

A. Battery. See Battery on page 5-41.B. Radiator Pressure Cap. See Radiator Pressure Capon page 5-25.C. Coolant Recovery Tank. See Cooling System onpa

Q: What’s 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 wo

When to Add Engine OilIf the oil is at or below the cross-hatched area at the tipof the dipstick, then you will need to add at least onequart of oil.

• SAE 5W-30As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is bestfor your vehicle. However, if it is going to be 0°F(–18°C) or above and SAE 5W-30 is not

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

How to Reset the Change Engine Oil LightThe GM Oil Life System calculates when to changeyour engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Anytimeyour oi

Engine Air Cleaner/FilterSee Engine CompartmentOverview on page 5-12 forthe location of theengine air cleaner/filter andchange indicator (ifequipped).W

2. Lift the filter out of the engine air cleaner/filterhousing. Care should be taken to dislodge aslittle dirt as possible.3. Clean the engine air clean

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

Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps:The transmission dipstickis located near the centerof the engine compartmentand will be labe

How to Add FluidRefer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine whatkind of transmission fluid to use. See RecommendedFluids and Lubricants on page 6-12

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

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

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

Radiator Pressure CapThe radiator pressure cap is located near the center ofthe engine compartment. See Engine CompartmentOverview on page 5-12 for mo

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

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

Cooling SystemWhen you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s whatyou’ll see:A. Radiator Pressure CapB. Coolant Recovery TankC. Engine Cooling Fan(

If there seems to be no leak, start the engine again.See if the engine cooling fan speed increases when idlespeed is doubled by pushing the accelerato

Notice: Filling the engine cooling system of a V8engine only through the radiator neck and enginecoolant overflow reservoir after the engine coolanthas

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

How to Add Coolant to the Radiator1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap whenthe cooling system, including the radiator pressurecap and upper rad

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

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

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

Engine Fan NoiseYour vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. Whenthe clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster to providemore air to cool the engine.

When to Check Power Steering FluidIt is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluidunless you suspect there is a leak in the system oryou hea

Adding Washer FluidOpen the cap with thewasher symbol on it. SeeEngine CompartmentOverview on page 5-12 formore information onlocation.Add washer fluid

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 fluid reservoir. The fluid levelshould be above MIN.

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

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

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

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

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

5. Check that the jumper cables don’t have loose ormissing insulation. If they do, you could get ashock. The vehicles could be damaged, too.Before you

7. Don’t let the other endtouch metal. Connect itto the positive (+)terminal of the goodbattery. Use a remotepositive (+) terminalif the vehicle has o

A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part or RemoteNegative (−) TerminalB. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) and RemoteNegative (−) TerminalsC. Dead Bat

All-Wheel DriveLubricant checks in this section also apply to thesevehicles. However, there are two additional systems thatneed lubrication.Transfer C

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

Front AxleWhen to Check and Change LubricantRefer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine howoften to check the lubricant and when to change it. SeeS

Noise Control SystemTampering with Noise ControlSystem ProhibitedThe following information relates to compliance withfederal noise emission standards

Bulb ReplacementFor any bulb changing procedure not listed in thissection, contact your dealer.For the type of bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs onpage 5-5

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

Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker andParking Lamps1. Use a small tool to unlatch the outboard clip onthis lamp.2. Pull the lamp forward to completely unla

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

Right Front Passenger PositionTo learn how to wear the right front passenger’s safetybelt properly, see Driver Position on page 1-15.The right front p

8. To remove, squeeze the tab on the side of thesockets while turning them counterclockwise.9. Turn the bulb counterclockwise to remove it. Installthe

Center High MountedStoplamp (CHMSL)It is recommended that this component be replaced asa unit by your dealer.Replacement BulbsExterior Lamp Bulb Numbe

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

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

(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

(D) Tire Identification Number (TIN): The letters andnumbers following DOT code are the Tire IdentificationNumber (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturera

(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

Tire SizeThe following examples show the different parts of atire size.(A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United Statesversion of a metric tire sizing

(A) Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: The United Statesversion of a metric tire sizing system. The letter “LT” asthe first two characters in the tire size

Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is locatedbetween the plies and the tread. Cords may be madefrom steel or other reinforcing materials.Bead:

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

Normal Occupant Weight: The number of occupants avehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 pounds(68 kg). See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-31.Oc

Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire: Load on anindividual tire due to curb weight, accessory weight,occupant weight and cargo weight.Vehicle Placard: A l

How to CheckUse a good quality pocket-type gage to check tirepressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inflatedsimply by looking at them. Rad

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

If your vehicle has dual rear wheels, always use one ofthe correct rotation patterns shown here when rotatingyour tires.When you install dual wheels,

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. For exam

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

{CAUTION:Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheelbolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can bedangerous. It could affect the braking andhandling of your

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

CAUTION: (Continued)damaged by the tire chains could cause you tolose control of your vehicle and you or othersmay be injured in a crash.Use another t

{CAUTION:Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to domaintenance or repairs is dangerous withoutthe appropriate safety equipment and training.The jack

The following steps will tell you how to use the jack andchange a tire.Removing the Spare Tire and ToolsIf you have a cargo van ora passenger van, the

If you have a van with the 15–passenger seatingarrangement, the equipment you’ll need is secured onthe rear passenger side floor of the vehicle.Remove

Attach the wheel wrenchand ratchet, with theDOWN side facing you.The wheel wrenchhas a socket end and aflat chisel end.Put the flat chisel end of the wh

When the tire has been lowered, pull the tire toward youso you can reach the tire retainer and pull it upthrough the wheel opening.If you have a vehic

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

1. Check under the vehicle to see if the cable end isvisible.2. If the cable is not visible, start this procedure atStep 6.3. Turn the wrench counterc

6. 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

10. Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull itthrough the wheel opening. Pull the tire out fromunder the vehicle.11. If the cable is hangin

Lap-Shoulder BeltHere’s how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly.1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you.Don’t let it get twisted.2. P

Rear Flat: Assemble the jack (A) together with thejack handle (B), jack handle extension (C) andratchet (D) as shown. Be sure that the ratchet hasthe

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

{CAUTION:Raising your vehicle with the jack improperlypositioned can damage the vehicle and evenmake the vehicle fall. To help avoid personalinjury an

5. Remove all the wheelnuts, and take off theflat tire.6. Remove any rust or dirtfrom the wheel bolts,mounting surfacesand spare wheel.{CAUTION:Rust or

{CAUTION:Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. Ifyou do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheelcould fall off, causing a serious accident.7. Put th

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

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

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

Appearance CareRemember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Someare toxic. Others can burst into flames if you strike amatch or get them on a hot part

Here are some cleaning tips:• Always read the instructions on the cleaner label.• Clean up stains as soon as you can — beforethey set.• Carefully scra

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

Cleaning VinylUse warm water and a clean cloth.• Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. Youmay have to do this more than once.• Things like tar,

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

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

Cleaning the Windshield and WiperBladesIf the windshield is not clear after using the windshieldwasher, or if the wiper blade chatters when running,wa

Finish DamageAny stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in thefinish should be repaired right away. Bare metalwill corrode quickly and may develop in

Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsSee your GM dealer for more information on purchasingthe following products.Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsDescript

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

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

Fuses and Circuit BreakersFloor Console Fuse BlockThe floor console fuse block is located under thedriver’s seat.Fuse Usage1 Spare2 Outside Rear View M

Fuse Usage22 Front Park Lamp32 Auxilary133 Auxilary2Relays Usage23 Window Residual Accessory Power24 Auxiliary25 Right Rear Defogger26 Courtesy Lamp27

To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides forChildren and Small AdultsRear safety belt comfort guides wi

Fuse Usage4 Right Rear Turn Lamp5 Backup Lamps Trailer Wiring6 Ignition 07 Stop Lamp8 Right Rear Defogger/Heated Mirror9 Right Daytime Running Lamp/Tu

Fuse Usage40 Oxygen Sensor A41 Windshield Wipers42 Right Headlamp — Low Beam43 Left Headlamp — Low Beam44 Left Headlamp — High Beam45 Right Headlamp —

Capacities and SpecificationsPlease refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12. All capacities are approximate. When adding, besure to fill

ApplicationCapacitiesQTY Without RearHeater QTY With Rear HeaterVORTEC™ 5300 V8 13.4 quarts (12.7 L) 16.4 quarts (15.5 L)VORTEC™ 6000 V8 14.8 quarts (

✍ NOTES5-108

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

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

Scheduled MaintenanceService Maintenance I Maintenance IIChange engine oil and filter. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil onpage 5-11. An Emission C

Here’s how to install a comfort guide and use thesafety belt:1. Locate the guide on the side of the seatback.2. Place the guide over the belt and inse

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

Additional Required Services (cont’d)Service25,000(41 500)50,000(83 000)75,000(125 000)100,000(166 000)125,000(207 500)150,000(240 000)Inspect engine

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

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

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

Ignition Transmission Lock CheckWhile parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turnthe ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position.• The k

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

Usage Fluid/LubricantFront WheelBearingsWheel bearing lubricant meetingrequirements of NLGI #2, CategoryGC or GC-LB (GM Part No. U.S.1051344, in Canad

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

Engine Drive Belt RoutingV6 EngineV8 Engine6-15

3. Be sure the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. Theelastic cord must be under the belt and the guideon top.4. Buckle, position and release the saf

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

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

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

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

Customer 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(

Mexico, Central America and CaribbeanIslands/Countries (Except PuertoRico and U.S. Virgin Islands)General Motors de Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V.Customer

Roadside Assistance ProgramSecurity While You Travel1-800-GMC-8782 (1-800-462-8782, RoadsideAssistance prompt)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

Safety Belt ExtenderIf the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, youshould use it.But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, yourdealer

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 isnot part of the New V

Unlike the data recorders on many airplanes, theseon-board systems do not record sounds, such asconversation of vehicle occupants.To read this informa

To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto SafetyHotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 inthe Washington, D.C. area) or write to:NHTSA,

Transmission, Transaxle, TransferCase Unit Repair ManualThis manual provides information on unit repair serviceprocedures, adjustments, and specificati

AAccessory Power Outlets ... 3-18Adding Equipment to YourAir Bag-Equipped Vehicle ... 1-79Addi

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

Cargo Vans with a Passenger Air Bag andan Air Bag Off Switch, Passenger Vansand Cab and Chassis Models ... 1-36Cargo Vans with a P

Climate Control System ... 3-19Outlet Adjustment ... 3-21Rear Air Conditioning an

Driving on Snow or Ice ... 4-26Driving Through Deep Standing Water ... 4-20Driving Through Flowing Water

Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts?A: If possible, an older child should wear alap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint ashoulde

FluidAutomatic Transmission ... 5-19Power Steering ... 5-35Windshield Washer ...

How to Add Coolant to the Radiator ... 5-32How to Add Fluid ... 5-22How to Check ...

Light (cont.)Brake System Warning ... 3-32Change Engine Oil ... 3-38Charging System .

MirrorsManual Rearview Mirror ... 2-32Outside Camper-Type Mirrors ... 2-32Outside Convex Mirror ...

Payload ... 4-37Plan Ahead When Possible ... 7-7Playing a Cassette

Removing the Flat Tire and Installing theSpare Tire ... 5-83Removing the Rear Seat ...

Securing a Child Restraint (cont.)Rear Outside Seat Position ... 1-57Right Front Seat Position ...

Tires ... 5-57Buying New Tires ... 5-70Chains ...

Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN) ... 5-100Service Parts Identification Label ... 5-100Vehicle

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

Q: What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt,but the child is so small that the shoulder beltis very close to the child’s face or neck?A: If the

{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

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

{CAUTION:People should never hold a baby in their armswhile riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weighmuch -- until a crash. During a crash a babywill

{CAUTION:Children who are up against, or very close to,any air bag when it inflates can be seriouslyinjured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulderbelts

{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

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

{CAUTION:People should never hold a baby in their armswhile riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weighmuch -- until a crash. During a crash a babywill

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

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

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

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

Where to Put the RestraintPassenger Vans without an Air BagOff SwitchAccident statistics show that children are safer if theyare restrained in the rea

Passenger Vans with an Air BagOff SwitchAccident statistics show that children are safer if theyare restrained in the rear rather than the front seat.

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

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

Top StrapSome child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.” Itcan 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

If your vehicle is a passenger van with rear seats, ananchor bracket for a top strap is located at the rearof the seat cushion for each three-passenge

Lower Anchorages and Top Tethersfor Children (LATCH System)If you have a passenger van, it may have the LATCHsystem. If it does, you’ll find two sets o

In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, youneed a child restraint designed for that system.To assist you in locating the lower anchors for t

Model ReferenceThis manual covers these models:Passenger VanCargo Van Cab and Chassisvi

Securing a Child Restraint Designedfor the LATCH System (Rear)1. Find the LATCH anchorages for the seatingposition you want to use, where the bottom o

CAUTION: (Continued)rear-facing child restraint in the right front seatposition. If your vehicle is a cargo van with aright front passenger air bag bu

2. Find the LATCH anchorages for the seatingposition you want to use, where the bottom of theseatback meets the back of the seat cushion.3. Put the ch

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

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

There is no top strap anchor in the center seat positionof the second row. Do not secure a child seat in thisposition if a national or local law requi

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

5. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you pushdown on the child restraint. If you are using aforward-facing child restraint, you may find it

{CAUTION:A child in a rear-facing child restraint can beseriously injured or killed if the right frontpassenger’s air bag inflates. This is becausethe

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

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

Air Bag SystemThis part explains the air bag system.If it says AIR BAG on the middle part of the steeringwheel and AIR BAG on the instrument panel in

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

If your vehicle has an air bag for the right frontpassenger read this.{CAUTION:Anyone who is up against, or very close to,any air bag when it inflates

Where Are the Air Bags?The driver’s air bag is in the middle of the steeringwheel.If your vehicle has one, the right front passenger’s airbag is in th

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

Single Stage Air BagsIf your vehicle has frontal air bags with single stagedeployment and your vehicle goes straight into a wallthat doesn’t move or d

Seat Position SensorsVehicles with dual stage air bags are also equipped withspecial sensors which enable the sensing system tomonitor the position of

Air Bag Off Switch ...1-75Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-78Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-E

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

• Air bags are designed to inflate only once. Afterthey inflate, you’ll need some new parts for yourair bag system. If you don’t get them, the airbag sy

This switch should only be turned to AIR BAG OFF ifthe person in the right front passenger’s position isa member of a passenger risk group identified b

To turn off the right front passenger’s air bag, insertyour ignition key into the switch, push in, and move theswitch to AIR BAG OFF.The AIR BAG OFF l

To turn the right front passenger’s air bag on again,insert your ignition key into the switch, push in,and move the switch to the on position.Servicin

Adding Equipment to Your AirBag-Equipped VehicleQ: If I add a push bumper or a bicycle rack to thefront of my vehicle, will it keep the air bagsfrom w

Replacing Restraint System PartsAfter a Crash{CAUTION:A crash can damage the restraint systems inyour vehicle. A damaged restraint system maynot 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. Theycould operate the power windows or othercontrols or

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

Front SeatsManual SeatsThe bucket seats can be adjusted forward or rearwardwith the lever located at the front of the seat.To adjust the seat, pull th

Remote Keyless Entry SystemIf equipped, the remote keyless entry system operateson a radio frequency subject to Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC)

Remote Keyless Entry SystemOperationYour vehicle may have this feature.Q(Lock): Press thisbutton once to lock all ofthe doors. The parkinglamps will fl

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

To replace the battery in the keyless entry transmitter,do the following:1. Use an object like a coin to pry open the transmitter.2. Once the transmit

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

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

Rear Door Security LocksSecurity locks are located on the passenger side reardoor, the side sliding door or the front portion ofthe 60/40 side swing-o

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

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

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