1994 Chevrolet S10 Owners Manual

inside door toward you. You will see a red area on the lever.

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Power Door Locks

If your vehicle has power door locks, push LOCK on the power door lock switch on either front door. This switch will lock all the doors at once.

To unlock the doors, push on the raised area next to the key symbol. Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle, take your keys, open your do-or and set the locks from inside. Then get out and close the door. Tailgate

You can open the tailgate by pulling up on the handle while pulling the tailgate down. When you put the tailgate back up, be sure it latches securely.

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Tailgate Removal

1.

Raise the tailgate slightly and remove both retaining cables.

2.

Lift the tailgate at the right side and pull it out at the left side. Reverse the procedure to reinstall. Make sure the tailgate is secure.

Theft Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Key in the Ignition If you walk away from your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves - so don’t do it. When you park your vehicle and open the driver’s door, you’ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you. Always do this. Your steering wheel will be locked, and so will your ignition. If you have an automatic transmission, taking your key out also locks your transmission. And remember to lock the doors.

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Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage area, or take them with you. Parking Lots If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’s best to lock it up and take your keys. But what if you have to leave your ignition key? What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle?

Put your valuables in a storage area, like your glove box. Lock all the doors except the driver’s. Then take the door key with you. New Vehicle “Break-In”

NOTICE: Your modern vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate ‘70reak-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if‘ you follow these guidelines:

Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for the first 500 miles (804 km). Don’t drive at any one speed - fast or slow - for the first 500 miles (804 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts. Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time your new brake linings aren’t yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this “b’reaking-in” guideline every time you get new brake linings.

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Ignition Switch Use your ignition key to start your vehicle. The ignition key lets you turn the ignition switch to five different positions.

1. OFF 2. RUN 3. START 4. ACC 5. LOCK

ACC (Accessory): ACC lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off. To get into ACC, push in the key and turn it toward you. Your steering wheel will remain locked, was before you inserted the key.

just as it

NOTICE: Prolonged operation of accessories in the ACC position could from starting your vehicle. drain vour battery and prevent you

LOCK: This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transmission. It’s a theft deterrent feature. You will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK. OFF: This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel. Use OFF if you must have your vehicle in motion while the engine is off (for example, if your vehicle is being pushed). RUN: This is the position for driving. START: This starts your engine.

NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in “Lockyy and you can’t turn it, be sure it is all the way in. If it is, then turn the steering wheel Ieft and right while you turn the key hard. But turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch. If none of this works, then your vehide needs service.

Key Release Lever

The ignition key cannot be removed from the ignition of manual transmission vehwles unless the key release lever is used.

To Remove the Key Turn the key to the LOCK position while pressing the key release lever down at the same time. Keeping your finger on the lever, pull the key straight out. On automatic transmission vehicles, turn the key to LOCK and pull it straight out.

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Starting Your Engine Engines start differently. The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter or number for your engine. You will find the VIN at the top left of your instrument panel. (See “Vehicle Identification Number” in the Index.) Follow the proper steps to start the engine. Automatic transmission: Move your shift lever to “P” (Park) or “ N ’ (Neutral). Your engine won’t start in any other position - that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use “N” (Neutral) only.

NOTICE: Don’t try to shift to “P” (Park) if your vehicle is moving. If you do, you could damage the transmission. Shift to “P” (Park) only when your vehicle is stopped.

Manual transmission: Hold the clutch pedal to the floor, then shift your gear selector to neutral while starting the engine. Your vehicle won’t start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down - that’s a safety feature. To start your 2.2 Liter engine: 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to “Start.”

When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm.

NOTICE: Holding your key in “Start” for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor.

2. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be

flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding for about three seconds. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, do the same thing, but this time keep the pedal down six seconds. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine.

it there as you hold the key in “Start”

for five or

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NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the fuel injection system operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly. If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle. See “Towing Your Vehicle” in the Index.

To start your 4.3 Liter engine: 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to “Start.”

When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm.

NOTICE: Holding your key in “Start” for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor.

2. If it doesn’t start right away, hold your key in “Start.” If it doesn’t start

in three seconds, push the accelerator pedal about one-quarter of the way down for 12 more seconds, or until it starts.

3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be

flooded with too much gasoline. Try this: Wait 15 seconds to let the starter motor cool down. Then push your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor. Hold it there. Then, hold the key in “Start” for no more than ten seconds. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. If the engine still doesn’t start, wait another 15 seconds and do it all again. When the engine starts, let go of the key and the accelerator pedal.

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NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the fuel injection system operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly. If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle. See “Towing Your Vehicle” in the Index.

Driving Through Deep Standing Water

NOTICE: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine’s air intake and badly damage your engine. If you can’t avoid deep puddles or standing water, drive through them very slowly.

Engine Coolant Heater (Engine Block Heater) (Option)

2.2 Liter

1. Engine coolant heater cord cap 2. Engine coolant heater cord clip

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4.3 Liter

1. Engine coolant heater cord cap 2. Engine coolant heater cord strap

In very cold weather, 0°F (-18 "C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You'll get easier starting and better fuel ec-onomy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. To use the coolant heater: 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt outlet.

I NOTICE:

After you've used the coolant heater, be sure to store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If vou don't, it could be damaged.

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in? The answer

How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged depends on the weather, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact a GM dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area. Automatic Transmission

There are several different positions for your shift lever.

P (Park) This locks your rear wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily.

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R (Reverse) Use this gear to back up.

NOTICE: Shifting to “R” (Reverse) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transmission. Shift to “R” (Reverse) only after your vehicle is stopped.

To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transmission, see T f You’re Stuck In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow” in the hdex. N (Neutral) In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, use “ N ’ (Neutral) only. Also, use “N” (Neutral) when your vehicle is being towed.

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NOTICE: Damage to your transmission caused by shifting out of “P” (Park) or “N” (Neutral) with the engine racing isn’t covered by your warranty.

@ (Overdrive) This position is for normal driving. If you need more p . rer f _ r passing, and you’re:

- Going less than about 35 mph (56 ludh), push your accelerator

pedal about halfway down.

- Going about 35 mph (56 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all

the way down. You’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power. @ should not be used when towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, driving on steep hills, or for off-road driving. Select “D” (Third Gear) when operating the vehicle under any of these conditions. D (Third Gear) This is like @, but you never go into Overdrive. You should use “D” (Third Gear) when towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, driving on steep hills, or for off-road driving. 2 (Second Gear) This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy. You can use “2” (Second Gear) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on. If you manually select “2” (Second Gear), the transmission will drive in second gear. You may use this feature for reducing torque to the rear wheels when you are trying to start your vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces. 1 (First Gear) This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than “2” (Second Gear). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the selector lever is put in “1” (First Gear), the transmission won’t shift into “1” (First Gear) until the vehicle is going slowly enough.

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NOTICE: If your rear wheels can’t rotate, don’t try to drive. This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object. You could damage your transmission. Also, if you stop when going uphill, don’t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal. This could overheat and damage the transmission. Use your brakes or shift into “P” Park to hold your vehicle in position on a hill.

Five-Speed Manual Transmission

This is your shift pattern. Here’s how to operate your transmission:

1 (First Gear) Press the clutch pedal and shift into “1 ” (First Gear). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. You can shift into “1” (First Gear) when you’re going less than 20 mph (32 km/h). If you’ve come to a complete stop and it’s hard to shift into on the “1” (First Gear), put the shift lever in“N” (Neutral) and let up clutch. Press the clutch pedal back down. Then shift into “1” (First Gear).

0 2 (Second Gear)

Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into “2” (Second Gear). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal.

0 3’4 and 5 (Third, Fourth and Fifth Gears)

Shift into “3” (Third Gear), “4” (Fourth Gear), and “5” (Fifth Gear) the same way you do for “2” (Second Gear). Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal.

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To Stop Let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal. Just before the vehicle stops, press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal, and shift to “ N ’ (Neutral). N (Neutral) Use this position when you start or idle your engine. R (Reverse) To back up, press down the clutch pedal, wait about 6 seconds, then shift into “ R ’ (Reverse). Then let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal.

NOTICE: Shift to “R” (Reverse) only after your vehicle is stopped. Shifting to “R” (Reverse) while your vehicle is moving could damage your transmission.

Also, use “R” (Reverse), along with the parking brake, for parking your vehicle.

Shift Light

If you have a manual transmission, you have a SHIFT light. This light will show you when to shift to the next higher gear for best fuel economy.

When this light comes on, you can shift to the next high€ ;ear if weather, road and traffic conditions let you. For the best fuel economy, accelerate slowly and shift when the light comes on. While you accelerate, it is normal for the light to go on and off if you quickly change the position of the accelerator. Ignore the SHIFT light when you downshift.

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Four-wheel Drive Vehicles Only: If your vehicle has four-wheel drive and is equipped with a manual transmission, disregard the shift light when the transfer case is in 4LO. Locking Rear Axle If you have this feature, your rear axle can give you additional traction on snow, mud, ice, sand or gravel. It works like a standard axle most of the time, but when one of the rear wheels has no traction and the other does, the locking feature will allow the. wheel with traction to move the vehicle. Parking Brake To Set the Parking Brake:

Hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. If the ignition is on, the brake' system warning light will come on.

Hold the regular brake pedal down. Pull the brake release lever.

To Release the Parking Brake:

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NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle.

If you are on a hill: See “Parking on Hills” in the Index. That section shows how to turn your front wheels. If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill: See “Towing a Trailer” in the Index. That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving. Shifting Into ‘6P’’ (Park) (A utomaticTransmission Models Only)

1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking

brake.

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2. Move the shift lever into “P” (Park) position like this:

0 Bull the lever toward you. 0 Move the lever up as far as it will go.

3. If you have four-wheel drive with a manual transfer case shift lever, be

sure the transfer case is in a drive gear - not in “ N ’ (Neutral).

4. Move the ignition key to LOCK. 5. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can walk away from your

“P” vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in (Park).

Leaving Your Vehicle Wth the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission Models Only)

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Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission) If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission into “P’ (Park) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of “P” (Park). This is called “torque lock.” To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into “P” (Park) properly before you leave the driver’s seat. To find out how, see “Shifting Into ‘P’ (Park)” in the Index. When you are ready to drive, move the shift lever out of “P” (Park) BEFORE you release the parking brake. If “torque lock” does occur, you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the transmission, so you can pull the shift lever out of “P’ (Park). Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission Models Only) Before you get out of your vehicle, turn off your engine, put your manual transmission in “ R ’ (Reverse) and firmly apply the parking brake. l r you have four-wheel drive with a manual transfer case shift lever, be sure your transfer case is in a drive gear. Your vehicle could roll if it isn’t. If you are parking on a hill, or if your vehicle is equipped to tow a trailer, see “Parking on Hills” or “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.

Parking Over Things That Burn 8

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Engine Exh'ausf

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Running Your Engine While You’re Parked (Automatic Transmission) It’s better not to park with the engine running. But are some things to know.

if you ever have to, here

If you have four-wheel drive with a manual transfer case shift lever and your transfer case is in “N” (Neutral), your vehicle will be free to roll, even if your shift lever is in “ P ’ (Park). So, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear - not in “ N ’ (Neutral). Follow the proper steps won’t move. See “Shifting Into ‘P’ (Park)” in the Index. If you’re pulling a trailer, see “Towing a Trailer’’ in the Index.

to be sure your vehicle

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Four- Wheel Drive If your vehicle has four-wheel drive, you can send your engine’s driving power to all four wheels for extra traction. To shift out of two-wheel drive and into four-wheel drive, move the transfer case shift lever to 4HI or 4LO. You should use 2HI for most normal driving conditions, however., NOTICE: Driving in the 4HI or 4LO positions for a long time on dry or wet pavement could shorten the life of your vehicle’s drivetrain.

Manual Transfer Case

If your four-wheel drive vehicle has the manual transfer case, the transfer case shift lever is on the floor to the right of the driver. Use this lever to shift into and out of four-wheel drive.

- case settings: An indicator light near the lever shows you the transfer An indicator light near the lever shows you the transfer case settings:

2HI 2HI @ 4HI @ 4HI

NSETPARK NSETPARK BRAKE BRAKE 4LO 4LO

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The front axle portion of the diagram on the indicator will light up when you shift into four-wheel drive. A slight delay between shifting and the pattern’s lighting is normal. If the pattern does not light up, or if the front axle does not go out after you shift out of four-wheel drive, have your dealer check your system. Turn the INT LIGHTS switch located to the right of your headlight switch to dim your transfer case indicator light when your headlights or parking lights are on. This will also cause your instrument panel lights to dim. 2HI: This setting is for driving in most street and highway situations. Your front axle is not engaged in two-wheel drive. 4HI: This setting engages your front axle to help drive your vehicle. Use 4HI when you need extra traction, such as on snowy or icy roads, or in most off-road situations. N SET PARK BRAKE: Shift to this neutral setting only when your vehicle needs to be towed. 4LO: This setting also engages your front axle You may never need 4LO. It sends the maximum power to all four wheels. You might choose 4LO if you were driving off-road in sand, mud, or deep snow and climbing or descending steep hills. You can shift from 2HI to 4HI or from 4HI to 2HI while the vehicle is moving. It is not necessary for you to press the transfer case shift lever button. Your front axle will engage faster if you take your foot off of the accelerator for a few seconds after you shift. To shift your transfer case into N SET PARK BRAKE: 1. Stop the vehicle and shift your transmission into “N” (Neutral). 2. Set the parking brake. Your vehicle can roll unless the brakes are

to give you extra traction.

applied.

To shift into or out of 4LO : 1. The vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph (4.8 W h )

with the transmission in “ N ’ (Neutral) or the clutch pedal depressed. 2. Press the transfer case shift button and shift in one continuous motion. Don’t pause in N SET PARK BRAKE as you shift into or out of 4L0, or your gears could clash. Remember that driving in 4HI or 4LO may reduce fuel economy. Also, driving in four-wheel drive on dry pavement could cause your tires to wear faster and make your transfer case harder to shift.

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Electronic Transfer Case

If your four-wheel drive vehicle has the electronic transfer case, the transfer case switches are on the right side of your instrument panel above the radio controls. Use these switches to shift can choose among three driving settings: 1. 2HI: This setting is for driving in most street and highway situations.

into and out of four-wheel drive. You

Your front axle is not engaged in two-wheel drive.

2. 4HI: This setting engages your front axle to help drive your vehicle.

Use 4HI when you need extra traction, such as on snowy or icy roads, or in most off-road situations.

3. 4LO: This setting also engages your front axle to give you extra

traction. You may never need 4LO. It sends the maximum power to all four wheels. You might choose 4LO if you were driving off-road in sand, mud, deep snow and climbing or descending steep hills.

Amber indicator lights in the switches show you which setting you are in. The indicator lights will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and one will stay on. If the lights do not come on, you should take your vehicle in for service. When shifting, an indicator light will flash until the shift is completed then remain solidly lit. To shift from 2HI to 4HI: Press and release the 4HI switch. This can be done at any speed, and the front axle will lock automatically. To shift from 4HI to 2HI: Press and release the 2HI switch. This can be done at any speed, and the front axle will unlock ; omaticallv.

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To shift from 2H1, or 4HI to 4LO : The vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 rnph (4.8 km/h) with the transmission in “N” (Neutral) or the clutch pedal depressed. The preferred method for shifting into 4LO is to have your vehicle slowly moving 1 to 2 mph (1.6 to 3.2 ludh). Press and release the 4LO switch. You must wait for the amber 4LO indicator light to into gear stop flashing and go solid amber before shifting your transmission or releasing the clutch pedal. If the 4LO switch is pressed when your vehicle is in gear and/or moving, the amber 4LO indicator light will flash for 30 seconds and not complete the shift unless your vehicle is below 3 mph (4.8 km/h) and the transmission is in “N” (Neutral) or the clutch pedal depressed. On automatic transmission equipped vehicles: If your transfer case does not shift into 4L0, your transmission indicator switch may require adjustment. With your transmission in “ N ’ (Neutral), press and release the 4LO switch. While the amber 4LO indicator light is flashing, shift your transmission into P (Park). Wait until the 4LO indicator light go - - solid amber before shifting your transmission into gear. This will get you into 4L0, but you should take your vehicle in for service so normal operation can be restored. To shift from 4LO to 4HI: Your vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph (4.8 km/h) with the transmission in “N” (Neutral) and the clutch pedal depressed. The preferred method for shifting out of 4LO is to have your vehicle slowly moving 1 to 2 mph (1.6 to 3.2 km/h). Press and release the 4HI switch. You must wait for the 4HI indicator light to stop flashing and go solid amber before shifting your transmission into gear or releasing the clutch pedal. If the 4HI switch is pressed when your vehicle is in gear and/or moving, the 4HI indicator light will flash for 30 seconds but not complete the shift unless the vehicle is below 3 mph (4.8 km/h) and the transmission is in “ N ’ (Neutral) or the clutch pedal depressed. On automatic transmission equipped vehicles: If your transfer case does not shift into 4H1, your transmission indicator switch may require adjustment. With your transmission in “ N ’ (Neutral), press and release the 4HI switch. While the 4HI indicator light is flashing, shift your transmission into P (Park). Wait until the 4HI indicator light goes solid amber before shifting your transmission into gear. This will get you into 4H1, but you should take your vehicle in for service so normal operation can be restored.

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Windows

To open your manual windows, turn the hand crank on each door to raise or lower your side door windows.

If you have the optional power windows, the controls are on each of the side doors. Your power windows will only work when the ignition has been turned to RUN.

The driver’s window switch has an “express” feature that allows it to lower faster than the passenger’s window. The driver’s door also has a switch for the passenger windows. Push the down arrow on the switch to lower the window. Push the up arrow on the switch to raise

the window.

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Sliding Rear Window Your vehicle may have a sliding rear window.

Push the latch in the center of the window and slide the glass to open it. When you close the window, be sure the latch catches.

Swing-Out Windows (Extended Cab)

If your vehicle h as rear swing-out windows, just unlatch them at their clasps and push out on the glass to open them.

Horn

Tilt Wheel (Option)

Press the pad in the center ofthe steering wheel to sound the horn.

A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive.

You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level, then release the lever to lock the wheel in place. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.

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Turn SignaUMultifunction Lever

The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your:

0 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator 0 Headlight High-Low Beam 0 Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cruise Control (Option)

Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator

The turn signal has two upward (for Right) and two downward (for Left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change.

To signal a turn, move the lever all finished, the lever will return automatically.

the way up or down. When the turn is

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A green arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change.

If the green

To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the green arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change. The lever will return by itself when you release it. As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows don’t flash but just stay on, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won’t see your turn signal. If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse (see “Fuses” in the Index) and for burned-out bulbs. the trailer lights, a If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for different turn signal flasher is used. With this flasher installed, the signal indicator will flash even if a turn signal bulb is burned out. Checkthe front and rear turn signal lights regularly to make Operation Of Lights Although your vehicle’s lighting system (headlights, parking lights, fog lamps, side marker lights and taillights) meets all applicable federal lighting requirements, certain states and provinces may apply their own lighting regulations that may require special attention before you operate these lights. For example, some jurisdictions may require that you operate your fog lamps only when your lower beam headlights are also on, or that headlights be turned on whenever you must use your windshield wipers. In addition, most jurisdictions prohibit driving solely with parking lights, especially dawn or dusk. It is recommended that you check with your own state or provincial highway authority for applicable lighting regulations.

sure they are working.

at

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To change the headlights from low beam to high or high to low, pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you. Then release it.

When the high beams are on, this blue indicator light on the instrument panel also will be on.

You control the windshield wipers by turning the band with the wiper symbol on it.

Headlight High-Low Beam

Windshield Wipers

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For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIST. Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one cycle. If you want more cycles, hold the band on MIST longer. You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain or snow. Turn the band to choose the delay time. The closer to LO, the shorter the delay. LO For steady wiping at low speed, turn the band away from you to the to HI. To stop the position. For high speed wiping, turn the band further, wipers, move the band to the off symbol. Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely. To avoid damage, be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they’re frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. Heavy snow or ice c overload y---r wipers. A circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload. Windshield Washer

At the top of the multifunction lever there’s a paddle marked with the windshield washer symbol and PUSH. To spray washer fluid on the windshield, push the paddle. The wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return to your preset speed.

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Driving without washer fluid can be dangerous. A bad mud splash can block your vision. You could hit another vehicle or go off the road. Check your washes fluid level often.

NOTICE:

When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water doesn’t clean as well as washer fluid.

0 Fill your washer fluid tank only 3/4 full when it’s very cold.

This allows for expansion, which could damage the tank if it is completely full. Don’t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer. It can damage your washer system and paint.

Cruise Control (Option)

With Cruise Control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 kndh) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise Control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h). If you have a manual transmission and you apply your brakes or push the clutch pedal, the Cmise Control will shut off.

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To Set Cruise Control

Move the Cruise Control switch to ON.

0 Get up to the speed you want. 0 Push in the set button at the end of the lever and release it. 0 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

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To Resume a Set Speed

Suppose you set your Cruise Control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the Cruise Control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the Cruise Control switch from ON to R/A (Resume/Accelerate) for about half a second. You’ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there. Remember, if you hold the switch at R/A (Resume/Accelerate) longer than half a second, the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake. You could be startled and even lose control. So unless you want to go faster, don’t hold the switch at R/A (Resume/Accelerate).

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To Increase Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed. Here’s the

first:

Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Push the button at the end of the lever, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed.

Here’s the second :

Move the Cruise switch from ON to IUA (Resume/Accelerate). Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, and then release the switch. To increase your speed in very small amounts, move the switch to WA (Resume/Accelerate). Each time you do this, your vehicle will go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) faster.

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To Reduce Speed While Using wuise Control

0 Push in the

button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it.

To slow down in very small amounts, push the button for less than half a second. Each time you do this, you’ll go 1 mph (1.6 kmh) slower.

Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down set earlier.

to the Cruise Control speed you

Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your Cruise Control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load, and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. Of course, applying the brake takes you out of Cruise Control. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don’t use Cruise Control on steep hills.

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To Get Out of Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the Cruise Control:

@ Step lightly on

the brake pedal or push the clutch pedal, if you have a manual transmission

Move the Cruise switch to OFF,

To Erase Speed Memory When you turn off the Cruise Control or the ignition, your Cruise Control set speed memory is erased.

Your light switches are on the left side of : your instrument panel.

Push the top switch to turn on:

Parking Lights

0 Sidemarker Lights 0 Taillights 0 License Plate Lights 0 Instrument Panel Lights 0 Transfer Case Shift Indicator Panel

Push the bottom switch to turn on the headlights, together with:

Parking Lights Sidemarker Lights Taillights License Plate Lights Instrument Panel Lights Transfer Case Shift Indicator Panel

Push the switch marked OFF to turn off your lights. Turn the switch to the right of the headlight switch up to make your instrument panel and transfer case lights brighter. Turn the switch all the way up until it clicks to turn on the interior lights. Turn the switch down to dim your instrument panel and transfer case indicator lights. You can switch your headlights from high to low beam by pulling on the multifunction lever.

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A circuit breaker protects your headlights. If you have an electrical overload, your headlights will flicker on and off. Have your headlight wiring checked right away if this happens. Fog Lamps (Option)

Use your fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. Your parking lights and/or low beam headlights must be on or your fog lamps won't work.

The fog lamp switch is on the instrument panel under the headlight switch.

Press the left side of the switch to turn the fog lamps on, and the right side of the switch to turn them off. A light will glow in the right side of the switch when they are on. Remember, fog lamps alone will not give off as much light as your headlights. Never use your fog lamps in the dark without turning on your headlights. Fog lamps will go off whenever your high beam headlights come on. When the high beams go off, the fog lamps will come on again.

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Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Indicator Light (Canada Only)

If your vehicle was first sold, when new, in Canada, you will have this light on the instrument panel. It goes on whenever the Daytime Running Lights are on, the ignition is on, the headlamp switch is off, and the parking brake is released. Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) The Canadian Federal Government has decided that “Daytime Running Lights” (DRL) is a useful feature, in that DRL can make your vehicle more visible to pedestrians and other drivers during daylight hours. DRL required on new vehicles sold in Canada. The high beam headlights will come on at reduced brightness in daylight when:

is

0 The ignition is on,

The headlight switch is off, and The parking brake is released.

When you turn on your headlights, the DRL will switch off and the exterior lights will come on. When you turn off the headlights, the exterior lights will go out and the high beams will change to DRL again. The DRL indicator light on the instrument panel will go on whenever the DRL is on. This light means that only the DRL is on. When you turn on your exterior lights, this light will 20 out. If the DRL indicator light is on at uawn or dusk, it is a reminder to turn on your headlights.

the reduced brightness of

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Of course, you may still turn on the headlights any time you need to. To idle your vehicle with the DRL off, set the parking brake. The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brake. Headlights-On Reminder A reminder tone will sound when your headlights or parking lights are turned on and your ignition turn the dimmer switch all the way down. Dome Light

is in OFF, LOCK or ACC. To turn the tone off,

The dome light will come on when you open the side doors. You can also turn the dome light on by turning the dimmer switch up until it clicks.

Press the tab under the mirror to reduce glare from headlights behind you.

Mirrors Inside Mirror

If your vehicle has optional map lights, they will automatically come on approximately 15 seconds when either front door is opened, or until the ignition is turned to RUN or ACC.

for

They will also stay on for 15 seconds when the interior light switch on the dash is turned on then off, while the ignition is off.

Outside Mirrors

Adjust your outside mirrors so you can just see the side of your vehicle. Manual mirrors should be adjusted by pressing the glass as needed.

Some vehicles come with a remote control switch for adjusting the outside mirrors. Find the switch on the driver's side door. Move the switch to the right or left to choose the mirror, then move the switch from side to side or up and down as needed.

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Your outside mirrors must be folded in before entering a carwash. To fold, pull the mirrors in towards the vehicle. f i s h the mirrors back out when finished. Convex Outside Mirror Your right side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat.

Sun VisorsNanity Mirrors To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can also swing them from side to side. Your visors have an extension that can be pulled out for additional glare protection.

Your visor will have a strap for holding small items, such as maps.

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Some visors have a lighted mirror. Just lift the cover up to turn on the mirror lights.

Accessory Power Outlets (Option)

If you have accessory power outlets, you can plug in auxiliary electrical equipment. Just pull down from the top of the door and follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical equipment you install.

These circuits are protected by a fuse and have maximum current levels.

NOTICE: When using the accessory power outlets, maximum electrical load must not exceed 25 amps. Always turn off any electrical equipment when not in use. Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain your battery.

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Cigarette Lighter/Ashtray

To use the lighter, press it in all the way, and let go. When it’s ready, it will pop back by itself.

Don’t hold a cigarette lighter in with your hand while do, it won’t ‘be able to back away from the heating element when it’s ready. That can make it overload, damaging the lighter and the heating element.

it is heating. If you

The ashtray must be completely pulled out to open position before the ashtray cover opens and smoking material can be deposited.

Don’t put papers and other things that bum into your ashtray. If you do, cigarettes or other smoking materials could set damage. To remove the ashtray, lift the release tab as high as possible, then remove the tray.

them on fire causing

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Storage Compartments

Your vehicle may have a console compartment between the bucket seats. To open it, just squeeze the lever in the front of the console while lifting the top of the console. Your console also includes a handy place to hold cups.

To open your glove box, squeeze the lever at the top of the glovebox and lower the door.

Two cup aepressions are provided €or your conve~ence, but the gkovebox should not be open while driving,.

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A storage compartment under your radio may be used to hold small items.

You will find a storage pocket on each of the front doors.

You also have a storage pocket on the back of your bucket or 60/40 bench seats.

Some vehicles have a storage area behind the seat

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Instrument Panel

-, .

7 . Brake Release Handle 8. Light Switches 9. Electronic Transfer Case 10. Fog Lamp Switch 1 1. Ashtray 12. Storage Compartment

1. Vents 2. Instrument Cluster 3. Air ConditionerFteater 4. Glove Box 5. Sound System 6. Cigarette Lighter Instrument Cluster Your instmmnt dustex is designed to let you know at a glance how yaur vehicle is. running. You’ll h o w bow fast^ you’re going, about how much fuel you’ve used, -and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically.

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Speedometer and Odometer

Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (Wh).

All speedometers will show speeds up to 85 mph (140 km/h), but if you have a 4.3L (VIN W) engine with a tachometer, the speedometer will show speeds up to 100 mph (1 60 W h ) . Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the U.S.) or kilometers (used in Canada). Tamper Resistant Odometer

Standard

Cluster Cluster Tachometer

Your odometer is tamper resistant. It will show silver lines between the numbers if someone tries to turn it back. You may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed. If the new one can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer, then it must be. But if it can't, then it's set at zero, and a label must be put on the driver's door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed.

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Trip Odometer

Standard

Cluster Cluster Tachometer

The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero. Make sure the button is completely depressed. To set the trip odometer to zero, completely push the button near the readout. Tachometer

The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm).

Each tachometer has a different limit depending on the powertrain in your vehicle. The tachometer has three areas: normal operating range, yellow warning range, and’red danger range. Normal operating range shows your engine speed during normal driving conditions. For example, when the needle points to 2, it means the engine is

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is running.

running at 2,000 revolutions per minute (rpm). The tachometer needle will vary all the time that the engine The yellow warning range tells you that your engine speed is reaching its upper limits. Don’t drive very long with the tachometer in the yellow range. If you have a manual transmission, shift to a higher gear as soon as possible. If you have an automatic transmission, lift your foot off of the accelerator pedal so that the transmission can select a higher gear. The Red danger range tells you that your engine speed is at You should immediately shift to a higher gear, or lift your foot off of the accelerator pedal. If you drive for very long with the tachometer in the red danger range, engine damage will result.

its upper limits.

NOTICE: Do not operate the engine with the tachometer in the red area, or engine damage will occur.

I Warning Lightsy Gages and Indicators

it

that may be on your

This section describes the warning lights and gages vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. Warning lights go on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. As you will see in the details on the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you turn the ignition key just to let you know they’re working. If you are familiar with this section, you should not be alarmed when this happens. Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages and warning lights work together know when there’s a problem with your vehicle. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please follow the manual’s advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly - and even dangerous. So please get to know your warning lights and gages. They’re a big help.

to let you

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Brake System Warning Light

If one part

Your vehicle hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. Your vehicle also has rear-wheel or four-wheel anti-lock brakes. See “Anti-Lock Brakes” in the Index. If the warning light comes on, there could be a brake problem with either your regular or rear-wheel anti-lock brakes, or both. Have your brake system inspected right away. This light should come on as you start the vehicle. If it doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem. If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. (See “Towing Your Vehicle” in the Index.)

The brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake, and it will stay on if your parking brake doesn’t release fully. If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem.

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Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light (Option) If your vehicle has four-wheel anti-lock brakes, it will have this yellow light.

With anti-lock, this light will go on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds. That’s normal. If the light doesn’t come on, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. If the light stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, your vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning light isn’t on, you still have brakes, but you don’t have anti-lock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, you don’t have anti-lock brakes and there’s a problem with your regular brakes. See “Brake System Warning Light” earlier in this part. Engine Coolant Temperature Gage

This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, your engine is too hot!

It means that your engine coolant has overheated. If you have been operating your vehicle under normal driving conditions, you should pull the road, stop your vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible. Hot Coolant Can Burn you Badly! In Problems On The Road, this manual explains what to do. See “Engine Overheating ’’ in the Index.

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Malfunction Indicator (Service Engine Soon) Lamp

A computer monitors operation of your fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This light should come on when the ignition is on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working. If it does not come on at all, have it fixed right away. If it stays on, or it comes on while you are driving, the computer is indicating that you have a problem. You should take your vehicle in for service soon.

NOTICE: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while the emission controls won’t work as well, your fuel economy won’t be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty.

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Oil Pressure Gage

in psi (pounds per

The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure square inch) when the engine is running. Canadian vehicles indicate pressure in P a (kilopascals). Oil pressure may vary with engine speed, outside temperature and oil viscosity, but readings above the low pressure zone indicate the normal operating range. A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or other problems causing low oil pressure.

NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty.

Indicator Lights Indicator lights go on when you use your turn signals, change from low beam headlights to high beams, or when you use your hazard flashers. The next few pages will also tell you about the indicator lights on your vehicle and help you locate them.

Charging System Light

The charging system light is on your instrument cluster and will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition, but the engine is not running, as a check to show you it is working.

It should go out once the engine is running. If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the charging system. It could indicate that you have problems with a generator drive belt, or another electrical problem. Have it checked right away. Driving while this light is on could drain your battery. If you must drive a short distance with the light on, be certain to turn off all your accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. Check Gages Light

This Check Gages light is on the instrument cluster and will come on briefly when you are starting the engine. If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving, check your various gages to see if they are in the warning zones.

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Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Indicator Light (Canada Only)

:.

SHIFT Indicator Light

This green DRL indicator light is on the instrument cluster. The DRL indicator light is on whenever the ignition is on and the headlight switch and parking brake are off. For more details about DRL, see “Lights” in this section.

This amber SHIFT indicator light is on the instrument cluster of vehicles with manual transmissions. The SHIFT indicator light will help you get the best fuel economy. See “Shift Indicator Light” in this section.

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Headlight High Beam Indicator Light

This blue high beam indicator light is on the instrument cluster and is on whenever you use your high beam headlights. For more details about high beams, see “Headlight High-Low Beam Changer” in this section.

Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator

instrument cluster. The turn signal indicator will come on whenever you signal a turn or lane change. See “Turn and Lane Change Signal” in this section.

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Gages Fuel Gage

The fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have remaining, when the ignition is on. When the gage first indicates empty, you still have a little fuel left, but you should get more fuel soon.

Here are four things that some owners ask about. None problem with your fuel gage:

of these show a

At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated. For example, the gage may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank’s capacity to fill tank. The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up. The gage doesn’t go back to empty when you turn off the ignition.

the

For your fuel tank capacity, see the Index under “Fluid Capacities.”

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Voltmeter

the normal

When your engine is not running, but the ignition is on (in the RUN position), this gage shows your battery’s state of charge in DC volts. When the engine is running, the gage shows the condition of the charging system. Readings between the low and high warning zones indicate operating range. You can only drive for a short time with the reading in either warning zone. If you must drive, turn off all unnecessary accessories. Readings in either warning zone indicate a possible problem in the electrical system. Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible. Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) Feed Wire Your vehicle includes a Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) located above the rear window. If equipment such as a cap or camper is installed, a wire labeled “Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL)” feed is provided along the left rear frame. This wire should be used to install a CHMSL in the cap or camper.

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Trailer Wiring Harness Your vehicle may have either a 5-wire or 7-wire harness. The 5-wire harness is stored under your vehicle, along the left rear frame crossmember. The harness has no connector, and you should have a for you. Be sure you leave it qualified service person wire your harness loose enough so the wiring doesn’t bend or break, but not so loose that it drags on the ground.

Store the harness in its original place. Wrap the h>arness together and tie it neatly so it wm’t be damaged.

The 7-wire is stored under your vehicle along the rear frame erossmember. This harness has a 30 Amp. in-line fused battery feed wire and no connector, and should be wired by a qualified service person. Attach the harness to the trailer, then tape or strap it to your vehicle’s frame rail. Be sure you leave it loose enough so the wiring doesn’t bend or break, but not so loose that it drags on the ground. Store the harness in its original place. Wrap the harness together and tie neatly so it won’t be damaged. The fuse for trailer wiring is in-line and located in left front side panel electrical block.

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Comfort Controls & Audio Systems

Section

In this part you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control systems and audio systems offered with your vehicle . Be sure to read about the particular system supplied with your vehicle . For explanation of vehicle symbols. refer to “Vehicle Symbols” in the Introduction . Comfort Controls

Flow-Through Ventilation System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Heater Controls .......................................... 3-3 Heater/Air Conditioning Controls ........................... 3-4 Engine Coolant Heater (Engine Block Heater) .................... 3-5 Audiosystems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 FMStereo .............................................. 3-6 AM ................................................... 3-6 AM Stereo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... -* . . . . . . . . ............ 3-6 How to Operate Your E I R@ AM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 How to Operate Your ETR@ AM-FM Stereo Audio System . . . . . . 3-8 How to Operate Your ETR@ AM-FM Stereo Audio Cassette

System .............................................

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How to Operate Your ETR@ AM-FM Stereo Audio Cassette System With Equalizer ....................................... Care of Your Cassette Tape Player .......................... How to Operate Your ETR@ AM-FM Stereo Audio Compact Disc 3-17 Care of Compact Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22 Fixed Mast Antenna ..................................... 3-22

(CD)Systern ........................................

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Comfort Controls Flow-Through Ventilation System

Your vehicle's flow-through ventilation system supplies outside air to the inside of your vehicle when it is moving. With the side windows closed, air will flow into the front air inlet grilles, through the vehicle, and out air exhaust valve. Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater the air conditioning fan is running.

the rear or

Ventilation Tips

Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow, or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows. When you enter a vehicle in cold weather, turn the blower a few moments before driving off. This helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture, and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your windows. Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects. This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle.

fan to HI for

Air Vents

You will find air vents in the center and on the sides of your instrument panel. You can move the vents to direct the flow of air, or close the vents altogether. When you close a vent, it will increase the flow of air coming out of any vents that are open. Heater Controls

If your vehicle does not have air conditioning, your heater controls will look like this.

The switch on the righthand side changes the fan speed. To increase the fan speed, push the switch upward toward HI. To decrease the fan speed, push the switch downward toward LO . The upper knob changes the air temperature. Turn the knob right (clockwise) for warmer air. Turn the knob left (counterclockwise) for cooler air. The lower knob changes the heater function and determines which outlets the air will flow through (instrument panel, defroster, heater, etc.).

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OFF: This setting turns off all heating functions. Some outside air will still come out of the heater outlet whenever the vehicle is moving forward. VENT Airflow is through the instrument panel vents. Set the upper knob to the temperature desired. This setting is useful for mild outside temperatures, when little heating or cooling is desired. BI-LEV: Outside air comes in through the heater floor vents and the instrument panel vents. This setting is useful in cool weather with bright sunlight. HEAT Heated air comes out through the heater floor vents and windshield defroster vents. This setting is useful for cold weather. BLEND: Airflow is divided equally between the heater floor vent and the windshield defroster vents. This setting is useful in cool weather when you have fog or ice on the windshield or side windows. DEF: This setting directs most air through the windshield defroster vents and some through the heater vents. This setting is useful when you have fog or ice on the windshield. Heater/Air Conditioning Controls

If your vehicle has air conditioning, your heatedair conditioning controls will look like this.

Before using your vehicle's air conditioning, open the windows to clear the vehicle of hot air. The switch on the righthand side changes the fan speed. To increase the fan speed, push the switch upward toward HI. To decrease the fan speed, push the switch downward toward LO . The upper knob changes the air temperature. Turn the knob right (clockwise) for warmer air. Turn the knob left (counterclockwise) for cooler air. The lower knob changes the heater function and determines which outlets the air will flow through (instrument panel, defroster, heater, etc.).

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Engine Coolant Heater (Engine Block Heater) If you use the optional engine coolant heater before starting your engine, your heating system will produce warmer air faster, to heat the passenger compartment in cold weather. See “Engine Coolant Heater” in the Index. Audio Systems Your Delco@ audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. But you will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first. Find out what your Delco’ system can do and how to operate all its controls, to be sure you’re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it. Be aware that hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late. Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound. Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing. Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it.

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To help avoid hemng loss or aamL_,z

Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting.

0 Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly. FM Stereo FM stereo will give you the best sound. But FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). And, tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to come and go.

AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines. Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise

if you ever get it.

AM Stereo This means the Delco’ system can receive C-QUAM’ Many AM stations around the country use C-QUAM@ to produce stereo, though some do not. (C-QUAM@ is a registered trademark of Motorola, kc.) If your DelcoB system can get C-QUAM@, your “STEREO’ light will come on when you’re receiving it.

stereo broadcasts.

NOTICE: Before you add any sound equipment to your ~ehicle - like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio - be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, Delco@ radio or other systems, and even damage them. And, your vehicle’s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly. So, before adding sound equipment, check with your dealer and be sure to check Federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units.

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How To Operate Your E T P AM Radio

This part tells you how your ETR@ AM radio works. Upper Knob (PWR-VOL-RECALL) The upper knob has four functions:

Rotate it to turn the system on and off.

0 Rotate it to control the volume. 0 Press it to display the time when the ignition is off.

Press it to change between the clock and the radio station frequency displayed when the radio is on.

BAL (Balance) The contrQl rimz behind the upper knob adjusts the lefvright speaker balance. Lower Knob Rotate the lower knob to tune in radio srauons. The control ring behind the lower knob is non-functional. Pushbuttons The four pushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. You can set the pushbuttons for up to six favorite AM stations. Just:

Tune in the station you want.

0 Press the SET pushbutton. (SET appears in the VF display for a few

seconds.)

0 Within 5 seconds, push one of the four pushbuttons to store the station,

Whenever you press that button, the preset station will return.

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NOTE: Up to two additional stations may be preset by pressing two adjoining buttons at the same time.

0 Tune in the desired station. Press the SET pushbutton.

0 Within 5 seconds, press any two adjoining pushbuttons at the same

time. (The station will return when the same two buttons are pressed again.)

Clock To set the clock, just:

Press the SET pushbutton. Within 5 seconds, press and hold MINS until the correct minute appears on the display. Press and hold HRS until the correct hour appears on the display.

TREBLE Slide the TREBLE lever up to increase the treble response. If the station is weak or noisy, slide the TREBLE lever down to reduce the noise. BASS Slide the BASS lever up to increase the bass response. Adjust the BASS lever to give a pleasing sound to your ear. How to Operate Your ETW AM-FM Stereo Audio System

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This part tells you how your ETR@ AM-FM stereo audio system works: Upper Knob (PWR-VOL-RECALL) The upper knob has these four functions:

Rotate it to turn the system on and off. Rotate it to control the volume. Press it to display the time when the ignition is off.

0 Press it to change between the clock and the radio station frequency

displayed when~the radio is on.

BAL (Balance) The control ring behind the upper knob adjusts the leftlright me: balance. Lower Knob The lower knob has two functions:

:r

Rotate it to tune in radio stations.

0 Press it to change between the AM and FM bands.

FADE The control ring behind the lower knob adjusts the frontlrear speaker balance. SEEK Press the SEEK button to cause the receiver to SEEK the next higher station and stop. SCAN When you press SCAN, the radio will go to the next station and pause and will keep scanning until you press SCAN again. SCAN appears in the VF display. Pushbuttons The four pushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. YOU can set the pushbuttons for up to eight favorite stations (4 AM and 4 FM). Just:

Tune in the desired station. Press the SET pushbutton. (SET appears in the VF display for a few seconds.)

0 Within 5 seconds, push one of the four pushbuttons to store the station.

Whenever you press that button, the preset station will return.

NOTE: Up to two additional stations may be preset on each band by pressing two adjoining buttons at the same time. (The station will return when the same two buttons are pressed again.)

Clock To set the clock, just:

Press the SET pushbutton. Within 5 seconds, press and hold SEEK until the correct minute appears on the display.

0 Press and hold SCAN until the correct hour appears on the display.

TREBLE Slide the TREBLE lever up to increase the treble response. weak or noisy, slide the TREBLE lever down to reduce the noise. BASS Slide the BASS lever up to increase the bass response. Adjust the BASS lever to give a pleasing sound to your ear. How to Operate Your ET' AM-FM Stereo Audio Cassette System

If a station is

This part tells you how your ETR@ AM-FM stereo audio cassette system works: Upper Knob (PWR-VOL-PROG-RCL) The upper knob has these five functions: Rotate it to turn the system on and off.

0 Rotate it to control the volume. 0 Press it to display the time when the ignition is off (RCL $.

Press it to change between the clock and the radio station frequency displayed when the radio is on (RCL ). Press it to change sides of a tape when a cassette is playing (PROG >.

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BAL (Balance) The control ring behind the upper knob adjusts the lefuright speaker balance. Lower Knob The lower knob has two functions: Rotate it to tune in radio stations. Press it to change between the AM and FM bands.

FADE The control ring behind the lower knob adjusts the fronurear spes balance. SEEK Press the SEEK button to cause the receiver to SEEK the next higher station and stop. SCAN When you press SCAN, the radio will go to the next station and pause, and will keep scanning until you press SCAN again. SCAN appears in the VF display. Pushbuttons The four pushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. You can set the pushbuttons for up to eight favorite stations (4 AM and 4 FM). Just:

Tune in the desired station.

0 Press the SET pushbutton. (SET appears in the VF display for

5 seconds.)

0 Within 5 seconds, push one of the four pushbuttons to store the station.

Whenever you press that button, the preset station will return.

NOTE: In addition to the four stations set as above, up to two additional stations may be preset on each band by pressing two adjoining pushbuttons at the same time.

Tune in the desired station.

0 Push the SET pushbutton. (SET appears in the VF display for

5 seconds.) Within 5 seconds, press any two adjoining pushbuttons at time. (The station will return when the same two buttons again.

the same are pressed

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Clock To set the clock, just:

Press the SET pushbutton. Within 5 seconds, press and hold SEEK until the correct minute appears on the display. Press and hold SCAN until the correct hour appears on the display.

TREBLE Slide the TREBLE lever up to increase the treble response. If the station is weak or noisy, slide the TREBLE lever down to reduce the noise. BASS Slide the BASS lever up to increase the bass response. Adjust the BASS lever to give a pleasing sound to your ear. AUTO DNR This unit is equipped with an automatic Dynamic Noise Reduction system. DNR@reduces background hiss on AM and FM radio broadcasts, as well as on cassette tapes. DNR@ is a registered trademark of National Semiconductor Corporation. To Play A Cassette Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are in this player. Once the tape is playing, use the upper and lower knobs for volume, balance, and fade just as you do for the radio. The arrows indicate which side of the tape is being played. Fast Forward Press the button with the arrow pointing is playing. The arrow light next to the arrow button will be lit. To stop fast forward, press the STOP-E JECT button. Reverse Press the button with the arrow pointing tape is playing. The arrow light next to the arrow button will be lit. To stop reverse, press the STOP-E JECT button. PROGRAM To change sides of the tape, press the PWR-VOL-PROG-RCL knob. STOP- EJECT To stop playing a tape, fully press this button (the cassette will be partially ejected, and the radio will begin playing).

in the same direction that the tape

in the opposite direction that the

so thin they may not work well

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How to Operate Your E T P AM-FM Stereo Audio Cassette System with Equalizer

This part tells you how your ETR@ AM-FM stereo audio cassette system with equalizer works: Upper Knob (PWR-VOL-PROG-RCL) The upper knob has these five functions:

Rotate it to turn the system on and off. Rotate it to control the volume.

0 Press it to display the time when the ignition is off (RCL ). 0 Press it to change between the clock and the radio station frequency

displayed when the radio is on (RCL ). Press it to change sides of a tape when a cassette is playing (PROG ).

BAL (Balance) The control ring behind the upper knob adjusts the lefdright speaker balance. Lower Knob The lower knob has two functions:

Rotate it to tune in radio stations. Press it to change between the AM and FM bands.

FADE The control ring behind the lower knob adjusts the fronthear speaker balance. SEEK Press the SEEK button to cause the receiver to SEEK the next higher station and stop.

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SCAN When you press SCAN, the radio will go to the next station and pause and will keep scanning until you press SCAN again. SCAN appears in the graphic display. Pushbuttons The four pushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. You can set the pushbuttons for up to eight favorite stations (4 AM and 4 FM). Just:

Tune in the desired station. Push the SET pushbutton (SET appears in the VF display for 5 seconds.) Within the 5 seconds, push one of the four pushbuttons. Whenever you press that button, the preset station will return.

NOTE: In addition to the four stations set as above, up to two additional stations may be preset on each band by pressing two adjoining pushbuttons at the same time. Just:

Tune in the desired station. Press the SET pushbutton (SET appears in the VF display for 5 seconds.) Within 5 seconds, press any two adjoining pushbuttons at the same time. (The station will return when the same two buttons are pressed again.

Clock To set the clock, just:

Press the SET pushbutton.

0 Within 5 seconds, press and hold S

:K until the correct minute

appears on the display. Press and hold SCAN until the correct hour appears on the display.

Adjust the Tone Use the levers in the upper left corner to set the bass, midrange, and treble until you get the sound you want. The 60 and 250 levers adjust the bass; 1K is midrange; and 3 S K and 1OK control the treble. We suggest you start with the center lever (1K) in the midpoint position, then move the others up until you get the amount of bass and treble you like. Am-St Button The Am-St is just below the SEARCH button. Push this when you tune to an AM station that broadcasts in stereo. Your STEREO light will come on when you’re receiving AM stereo. If you push A m S t and there is no more noise, it means the station is weak. You’ll hear the station better if you don’t use Am-St. Just push theAm-St button again to delete stereo.

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AUTO DNR This unit is equipped with an automatic Dynamic Noise Reduction system. DNR@reduces background hiss on AM and FM radio broadcasts, as well as on cassette tapes. DNR@ is a registered trademark of National Semiconductor Corporation. To Play A Cassette Your tape player is built to worK Pesr with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player. Once the tape is playing, use the upper and lower knobs for volume, balance and fade, just as you do for the radio. The arrows indicate which side of the tape is being played. Fast Forward Press the button with the arrow pointing in the same direction that the tape is playing. The arrow light next to the arrow button will be lit. To stop fast forward, press the STOP-E JECT button. Reverse Press the button with the arrow pointing in the opposite direction that the tape is playing. The arrow light next to the arrow button will be lit. To stop reverse, press the STOP-EJECT button. SEARCH Press the SEARCH button. Press FWR to go to the beginning of the next selection. Press REV and the tape will reverse to the beginning of the current selection. Cr02 The Cr02 button lets you set the system for the type of cassette being used. If you are using chrome or metal tapes, push the CrO2 button in. PROGRAM To change sides of the tape, press the PWR-VOL-PROG-RCL knob. STOP-E JECT To stop playing a tape, fully press this button (the cassette will ejected, and the radio will begin playing).

be partially

is subject to reduced sound

Care of Your Cassette Tape PIayer A tape player that is not cleaned regularly quality, ruining the cassette, or a damaging the mechanism. Tape cassettes that are not properly stored in their plastic cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight, and extreme heat may not operate properly and could cause premature failure of the tape player. Your tape player should be cleaned monthly or with every 15 hours of use, as regular maintenance. If you notice a reduction in sound quality, try a good cassette to see if the tape or the tape player is at fault. If the second cassette results in no improvement in sound quality, try cleaning the tape player. Proper tape player cleaning should be done with a non-abrasive cleaner cassette. To properly clean your tape player, you should follow the directions on the cleaning cassette. Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time. Always verify that the cassette tape is in good condition before obtaining service on your tape player.

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How to Operate Your ET@ AM-FM Stereo Audio Compact Disc (CD) System

This part tells you how your ETR@ AM-FM stereo system works: Upper Knob (PWR-VOL) The upper knob has three functions:

0 It switches the radio on and off when the ignition is on. 0 It controls the volume. Volume will increase when the RCL knob is

turned to the right and decrease when turned to the left. Volume will be displayed briefly unless LeftIRight speaker control, Rearmront speaker control, BASS or TREB are adjusted.

0 It controls the mute feature. By pressing the MUTE knob, all sound from the radio or CD player stops. By pressing the knob again, or by turning the VOL knob to the right, sound will begin again.

Lefmght Speaker Control The control ring behind the upper knob allows you to balance the sound between the left and right speakers. Balance will be displayed briefly when using this control. Lower Knob The lower knob has two functions:

0 It enables you to tune in different radio stations by turning the knob to

the right or to the left.

0 It enables you to alternate between AM and FM stations by pressing the

BAND knob. Your selection will be briefly displayed.

Rearmront Speaker Control The control ring behind the lower knob fades the sound between your rear and front speakers. Fade levels will be briefly displayed.

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button will cause the receiver to seek the next higher

SEEK Pressing the SEEK static and Pressing the 4 SEEK button will cause the receiver to seek the next lower