1997 GMC Sierra Owners Manual

for further details.

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At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced. Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings, and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag system does not need regular maintenance.)

job, have it

Wiper Blade Check Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield. Also see “Wiper Blades, Cleaning” in the Index. Air Cleaner Filter Restriction Indicator Check Your vehicle has an indicator on the engine that lets you know when the air cleaner filter is dirty and needs to be changed. Check indicator at least twice a year or when your oil is changed. See “Air Cleaner” in the Index for more information. Inspect your air cleaner filter

restriction indicator more often if the vehicle is used in dusty areas or under off road conditions.

Manual Transmission Check Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See “Manual Transmission” in the Index. Check the system for leaks. A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired if needed. Automatic Transmission Check Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See “Automatic Transmission” in the Index. A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair if needed. Hydraulic Clutch System Check Check the fluid level in the clutch reservoir. See “Hydraulic Clutch Fluid” in the Index. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired at once. At Least Once a Year Key Lock Cylinders Service Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant specified in Part D.

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Body Lubrication Service Lubricate all fuel doors, body hood and body door hinges, tailgate and tailgate handle pivot points, latches, locks and folding seat hardware. Part D tells you what to use. More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment.

Starter Switch Check

’ A CAUTION:

When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below.

1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room

around the vehicle.

2. Firmly apply both the parking brake (see “Parking

Brake” in the Index if necessary) and the regular brake. NOTE: Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts.

3. On automatic transmission vehicles, try to start the engine in each gear. The starter should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If the starter works in any other position, your vehicle needs service. On manual transmission vehicles, put the shift lever in NEUTRAL (N), push the clutch down halfway and try to start the engine. The starter should work only when the clutch is pushed down all the way to the floor. If the starter works when the clutch isn’t pushed all the way down, your vehicle needs service.

Brake-’Ikansmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) Check (Automatic Transmission)

I A CAUTION:

When you are doing this check, the vehicle could move suddenly. If it does, you or others could be injured. Follow the steps below.

1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room

around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface.

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2. Firmly apply the parking brake (see “Parking Brake”

in the Index if necessary). NOTE: Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if the vehicle begins to move.

3. With the engine off, turn the key to the RUN position, but don’t start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P), your vehicle’s BTSI needs service.

Ignition Transmission Lock Check to turn While parked, and with the parking brake set, try the ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position. With an automatic transmission, the key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in PARK (P). With a manual transmission, the key should turn to LOCK only when the shift lever is in REVERSE (R). On vehicles with a key release button, try to turn the key to LOCK without pressing the button. The key should turn to LOCK only when you press the key button. On all vehicles, the key should come out only in LOCK.

Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission PARK (P) Mechanism Check

When you are doing this check, your vehicle could begin to move. You or others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make sure there is room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move.

Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake.

To check the parking brake’s holding ability: With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only.

0 To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding ability:

With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release all brakes.

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Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed at least twice a year (for instance, each spring and fall). You should let your GM dealer’s service department or other qualified service center do these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are completed at once. Proper procedures to perform these services may be found in a GM service manual. See “Service and Owner Publications’’ in the Index. Steering and Suspension Inspection Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc.

Exhaust System Inspection Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged, missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams, holes, loose connections or other conditions which could cause a heat build-up in the floor pan or could let exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index. Radiator and Heater Hose Inspection Inspect the hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Throttle Linkage Inspection Inspect the throttle linkage for interference or binding, and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts as needed. Replace any cables that have high effort or excessive wear. Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables.

Drive Axle Service Check readfront axle fluid level and add as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Transfer Case (Four-wheel Drive) Inspection Every 12 months or at oil change intervals, check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant when necessary. Oil the control lever pivot point and all exposed control linkage. Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation. More frequent lubrication may be required on off-road use.

Brake System Inspection Inspect the complete system. Inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition. For vehicles with rear drum brakes, also inspect drum brake linings for wear and cracks. Inspect other brake parts, including drums, wheel cylinders, calipers, parking brake, etc. Check parking brake adjustment. You may need to have your brakes inspected more often if your driving habits or conditions result in frequent braking.

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Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants NOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be obtained from your GM dealer.

USAGE

Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine)

’*

Engine Coolant

FLUIDLUBRICANT Engine oil with the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines “Starburst” symbol of the proper viscosity. To determine the preferred viscosity for your vehicle’s engine, see “Engine Oil” in the Index. 50150 mixture of clean water (preferably distilled) and use only GM Goodwrench’ DEX-COOL@ or Havoline@ DEX-COOL@ coolant. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index.

USAGE

Hydraulic Brake System

Hydraulic Clutch System

Parking Brake Cable Guides

Power Steering System

Manual Transmission (5-Speed with Low Gear, RPO MW3)

FLUIDLUBRICANT

Delco Supreme 11 ’ Brake Fluid

(GM Part No. 12377967 or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid). Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part No. 12345347 or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid). Chassis lubricant (GM Part No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB. GM Power Steering Fluid (GM Part No. 1052884 - 1 pint, 10500 17 - 1 quart, or equivalent). GM Goodwrench Synthetic Manual Transmission Gear Oil (GM Part NO. 12346190 - 1 st.), Castrol syntorq’ LT or equivalent SAE 75W-90 GL-4 gear oil.

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USAGE

FLUIDLUBRICANT

~~

Manual Transmission (5-Speed without Low Gear, RPO MG5) Automatic Transmission Key Lock Cylinders

Floor Shift Linkage

Chassis Lubrication

Synchromesh Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 12345349 or equivalent).

DEXRON@-111 Automatic Transmission Fluid. Multi-Purpose lubricant, Superlube@ (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Lubriplate lubricant aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI ## 2 Categorv LB or GC-LB, ~~~ Chassis lubricant (GM Part No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB.

USAGE Front Wheel Bearings

Differential, Front and Rear Axle Differential, C3 (HD3500) Trucks With Dana Rear Axle Transfer Case

Windshield Washer Solvent

Propeller Shaft SplineLJniversal Joint and Propeller Shaft

FLUIDLUBRICANT

Wheel bearing lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category GC or GC-LB (GM Part No. 105 1344 or equivalent). Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 105227 1) or SAE SOW-90 GL-5 Gear Lubricant. SAE 75W- 140 Synthetic Gear Lubricant (GM Part No. 12346 140) or equivalent.

~~

DEXR0N'-111 Automatic Transmission Fluid. GM Optikleen' Washer Solvent (GM Part No. 105 15 15) or equivalent. Chassis lubricant (GM Part No. 1052497 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI ## 2, Category LB or GC-LB.

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USAGE Hood Latch Assembly, Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Hood and Door Hinges

~~

~~

Body Door Hinge Pins, Tailgate Hinge and Linkage, Folding Seat and Fuel Door Hinee

FLUID/LUBRICANT Lubriplate lubricant aerosol (GM Part No. 12346293 or equivalent) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI # 2, Category LB or GC-LB. Multi-purpose lubricant, Superlube@ (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent). Multi-purpose lubricant, Superlube@ (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent).

I USAGE Tailgate Handle Pivot Points, Hinges, Latch Bolt and L.inkage Weatherstrip

Squeaks

FLUID/LUBRICANT

Multi-Pwpose lubricant, Superlube@ (GM Part No. 12346241 or equivalent).

Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579 or equivalent). Multi-purpose lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241 or euuivalent).

See “Replacement replacement filters

’arts” in the Index for recommended valves and spark plugs.

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Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in the boxes provided after the maintenance interval.

Any additional information from ”Owner Checks and Services” or “Periodic Maintenance” can be added on the following record pages. Also, you should retain all maintenance receipts. Your owner information portfolio is a convenient place to store them.

Maintenance Record

READING DATE

SERVICED

ODOMETER

BY

MAINTENANCE

PERFORMED

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Section 8 Customer Assistance Information

Here you will find out how to contact GMC if you need assistance. This section also tells you how to obtain service publications and how to report any safety defects.

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8-5 8-7 8-8 8-9

Customer Satisfaction Procedure Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users Roadside Assistance Canadian Roadside Assistance Courtesy Transportation GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute Resolution Program

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Warranty Information Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada

Customer Satisfaction Procedure

GMC dealers have the facilities, trained technicians and up-to-date information to promptly address any concerns you may have. However, if a concern has not been resolved to your complete satisfaction, take the following steps: STEP ONE -- Discuss your concern with a member of dealership management. Normally, concerns If the matter has can be quickly resolved at that level. already been reviewed with the Sales, Service or Parts Manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the General Manager.

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STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the GMC Consumer Relations Manager by calling 1-800-GMC-8782 (1-800-462-8782, Customer Assistance prompt.) In Canada, contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). For help outside of the United States and Canada, call the following numbers as appropriate:

In Mexico: (525) 625-3256

0 In Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) or

1-800-496-9993 (Spanish)

In the U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 In the Dominican Republic: 1-800-75 1-4135 (English) or 1-800-75 1-4 136 (Spanish) In the Bahamas: 1-800-389-0009 In Bermuda, Barbados, Antigua and the British Virgin Islands: 1-800-534-0122 In all other Caribbean countries: (809) 763- 13 15 In other overseas locations, call GM International Product Center in Canada at (905) 644-4 11 2.

Refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for addresses of GM Overseas offices. When contacting GMC, please remember that your concern will likely be resolved in the dealership, using the dealer’s facilities, equipment and personnel. That is why we suggest you follow Step One first if you have a concern. Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), GMC has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with GMC by dialing: 1-800-GMC-8583. (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.)

the following information For prompt assistance, please have available to give the Customer Assistance Representative: 0 Your name, address, home and business

telephone numbers

L..

0 Vehicle Identification Number (This is available

from the vehicle registration or title, or the plate at the top left of the instrument panel and visible through the windshield.)

1 0 Dealership name and location

0 Vehicle delivery date and present mileage 0 Nature of concern

I We encourage you to call us so we can give your inquiry

prompt attention. However, if you wish to write GMC, address your inquiry to:

GMC Customer Assistance 31 E. Judson Street 1607-04 Pontiac, MI 48342-2230

In Canada, write to:

General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7

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Roadside Assistance

FZat Tire Change: Installation of spare tire will be covered at no charge (customer is responsible for repair or replacement of tire). Fuel Delivery: Delivery of enough fuel for the customer to get to the nearest service station (up to $4.00) will be covered. Jump Start: No-start situations which require a battery jump start will be covered at no charge. Lock Out: Replacement keys or locksmith service will be covered at no charge if you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle. Delivery of the replacement key will be covered at no charge within 10 miles (16 km). Emergency Towing Service: Towing to the nearest GMC dealer for warranty related disablements will be covered.

GMC’s Roadside Assistance provides stranded owners with over-the-phone roadside repairs, location of the nearest GMC dealer or the following special services:

The Roadside Assistance services listed are available to retail and retail lease customers operating 1997 GMC light duty trucks for a period of 3 years/36,000 miles (60 000 km). All services must be pre-arranged by GMC Roadside Assistance. Over-the-phone assistance, such as providing the name of the closest dealer or minor technical advice, etc., is available to all owner/operators of GMC trucks, regardless of vehicle or mileage.

Deluxe Trip Routing: Custom-made, computerized maps using the most direct or scenic route are provided free of charge. Maps include points of interest and list GMC dealers along the route. Trip Routing also includes a national hotel discount book and a book of coupons. State and local maps available upon request. Please be prepared to furnish your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Trip Interruption Assistance: GMC will reimburse any reasonable trip interruption expenses (up to $500.00) when directly associated with warranty disablement. Trip Interruption service covers expenses such as meals and overnight lodging if vehicle disablement occurs at least 150 miles (240 km) from your home or rental property. Please Note: you will be required to obtain prior approval from GMC Roadside Assistance and pay for expenses at the time of disablement. Original receipts should be submitted to GMC Roadside Assistance for reimbursement. A service representative will provide assistance when you call.

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Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the United States. Please refer to the separate brochure provided by the dealer or call 1-800-268-6800 for emergency services.

Just dial GMC Roadside Assistance at 1-800-GMC-8782 (1-800-462-8782, Roadside Assistance prompt) to reach a qualified representative who can assist you. Your Roadside Assistance representative will ask for the following information when your call is received:

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

0 Name and home address 0 Telephone number and location from which you

are calling

0 Location, license plate number and color of your

GMC truck Mileage of vehicle and description of problem

Roadside Assistance is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, including weekends and holidays. Should you have any questions about roadside assistance, call the GMC Roadside Assistance Center or contact your dealer. Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. GMC reserves the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any time without notification.

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Courtesy Transportation GMC Commitment Plus offers courtesy transportation for customers when obtaining warranty service. This program is offered in conjunction with the 3 year/36,000 mile (60 000 km) Bumper to Bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Courtesy transportation includes:

One way shuttle ride from the dealership (up to 10 miles (16 km)) for same-day warranty repairs.

0 A loaner vehicle will be made available for overnight warranty repairs up to a five day maximum, or up to a $30 allowance for a rental vehicle, cab, bus or other transportation in lieu of a loaner. (Bringing vehicles in late in the day, for service on the next day, does not constitute overnight repairs.)

0 Gas allowance of up to $10 a day for rides provided

by another person (i.e., friend, neighbor, etc.) in lieu of rental for overnight warranty repair up to five day maximum.

All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by your GMC dealership service management. All requests should reflect actual costs up to and not to exceed the maximum allowable dollar limits. Some state insurance regulations make it impractical to rent vehicles to people under 21 years of age. If you are under 21 and have difficulty renting a vehicle, GMC will reimburse up to $30/day for documented transportation you receive. The Commitment Plus Courtesy Transportation Program is not part of the Bumper to Bumper Limited Warranty. GMC reserves the right to make any changes or discontinue the Courtesy Transportation Program at any time without notification. For additional program details contact your GMC dealer. In Canada, please consult your GM dealer for information on Courtesy Transportation.

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GM Participation in an Alternative Dispute Resolution Program This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Canadian owners refer to your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet for information on the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or to discontinue its participation in this program. Both GMC and your GMC dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. Our experience has shown that, if a situation arises where you feel your concern has not been adequately addressed, the Customer Satisfaction Procedure described earlier in this section is very successful. There may be instances where an impartial third party can assist in arriving at a solution to a disagreement regarding vehicle repairs or interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. To assist in resolving these disagreements, GMC voluntarily participates in BBB AUTO LINE.

BBB AUTO LINE is an out-of-court program administered by the Better Business Bureau system to settle automotive disputes. This program is available free of charge to customers who currently own or lease a GM vehicle. If you are not satisfied after following the Customer Satisfaction Procedure, you may contact the BBB using the toll-free telephone number, or write them at the following address:

BBB AUTO LINE Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc. 4200 Wilson Boulevard Suite 800 Arlington, VA 22203- 1804 Telephone: 1-800-955-5 100

To file a claim, you will be asked to provide your name and address, your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and a statement of the nature of your complaint. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age and mileage, and other factors.

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We prefer you utilize the Customer Satisfaction Procedure before you resort to AUTO LINE, but you may contact the BBB at any time. The BBB will attempt to resolve the complaint serving as an intermediary. If this mediation is unsuccessful, an informal hearing will be scheduled where eligible customers may present their case to an impartial third-party arbitrator. The arbitrator will make a decision which you may accept or reject. If you accept the decision, GM will be bound by that decision. The entire dispute resolution procedure should ordinarily take about 40 days from the time you file a claim yntil a decision is made. Some state laws may require you to use this program before filing a claim with a state-run arbitration program or in the courts. For further information, contact the BBB at 1-800-955-5100 or the GMC Customer Assistance Center at I-800-GMC-8782 (1 -800-462-8782). Warranty Information Your vehicle comes with a separate warranty booklet that contai.ns detailed warranty information.

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifying General Motors. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may o@-an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Washington, D.C. area) or write to:

NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation Washington, D.C. 20590

You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should immediately notify Transport Canada, in addition to notifying General Motors of Canada Limited. You may write to:

Transport Canada Box 8880 Ottawa, Ontario K1 G 352

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like this, we certainly hope you’ll notify us. Please call us at 1-800-GMC-8782 (1 -800-462-8782) or write:

GMC Consumer Relations 31 E. Judson Street 1607-04 Pontiac, MI 48342-2230

In Canada, please call us at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). Or, write: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario Ll H 8P7

Ordering Service and Owner Publications in Canada Service manuals, service bulletins, owner’s manuals and other service literature are available for purchase for all current and past model General Motors vehicles. The toll-free telephone number for ordering information in Canada is 1-800-668-5539.

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1997 GMC SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION

The following publications covering the operation and servicing

of your vehicle can be purchased by filling c the Service Publication Order Form in this book and mailing it in with your check, money order,

or credit card information to Helm, Incorporated (address below.)

CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1997 GMC

SERVICE MANUALS Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $90.00

TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments and specifications for the 1997 GM transmissions, transaxles and transfer cases. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $40.00 SERVICE BULLETINS Service Bulletins give technical service information needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle.

OWNER’S INFORMATION Owner publications are written directly for Owners and intended to provide basic operational information about t vehicle. The owner’s manual will include the Maintenanc Schedule for all models. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner’s Manual and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $1 5.00 Without Portfolio: Owner’s Manual only. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $10.00

CURRENT & PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles. To request an order form, please specify year and model name of the vehicle.

PLEASE COMPLETE THE ORDER FORM SHOWN ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE AND MAIL TO:

Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207

OR ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356 Monday-Friday 8:OO AM - 6:OO PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only (VISA-MasterCard-Discove

ORDER TOLL FREE

(NOTE: For Credit Card Holders Only) (Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 6:OO PM EST)

1-800-782-4356

FAX Orders Only

1-31 3-865-5927

service. If further information is needed, write to the address s % own below or call Orders will be mailed within 10 days of receipt. Please allow ade uate time for postal 1-800-782-4356. Material cannot be returned for credit without packing slip with return information within 30 days of delivery. On returns, a re-stocking fee may be applied against the original order.

PUBLICATION FORM

NUM8ER

Manual

ITEM DESCRIPTION

Service Car & Light Truck Transmission Unit Repair Owner’s Manual In Portfolio

Owner’s Manual Without Portfolio

VEHICLE MODEL

NAME

YEAR

PRICE EACH*

TOTAL PRICE

1997

$1

1997

1997

$40.00

5.00 $1 0.00

NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent. Mail completed order form to:

HELM, INCORPORATED P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 For purchases outside U.S.A. please write to the above address for quotation.

NAME) (CUSTOMER’S (ATTENTION)

(STREET ADDRESS-NO P.O. BOX NUMBERS)

(CITY)

DAYTIME TELEPHONE NO.

(ZIP CODE) 0

AREA CODE

IC-ORD97 ’(Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring

obligation. Allow ample time for delivery.)

I TOTAL MATERIAL Michigan Purcihaers add 6% sales tax

VISA

Discover

Mastercard

ChecK or money Order payable to Helm, Inc. (USA funds

only - do not send cash.)

Note to Canadian Customers: All listed prices are quoted in US. funds. Canadian residents are to make checks payable in US. funds. To cover Canadian postage, add $11 50 plus the U.S. order processing.

Expiration m

Check here if your billing address is different from your shipping address shown.

Account Number:

CUSTOMER SIGNATURE

Date rndyr:

hl NOTES

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Section 9 Index

2-6 I Accessory Power Outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle . . . . . . 6-3 AirBag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23 1-3 1 Adding Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . How Does it Restrain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-28 How it Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25 Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25 1-25. 2-67 Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-30 What Makes it Inflate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-27 What Will You See After it Inflates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-28 When Should it Inflate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-27 Air Bag Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-57, 2-68 Aircleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-10 Air Cleaner Filter Restriction Indicator Check . . . . . . . . 7-46 Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Air Conditioning Refrigerants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-78 Alignment and Balance. Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-57 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-65 Aluminum Wheels. Cleaning Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-26 Antifreeze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-29 Anti-Lock

Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-72. 4.7 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7 6-59

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Appearance Care

Appearance Care Materials ....................... 6-68 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 Arbitration Program .................... Armrest Storage Compartment 2-57 Ashtrays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-59 Audio Equipment. Adding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24 Audio Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 Automatic Transmission

Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Park Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Starting Your Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Axle. Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Axle. Locking Rear Axle. Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7-46 6-21 2-15 7-48 2-13 6-28 2-22 6-26

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Replacement. Keyless Entry Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-39 5-3 2-8 5.3. 5.5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 4-39

BBB Auto Line Better Business Bureau Mediation Blizzard. Driving In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9-1

6-58

Label

Brake

Tire

Adjustment .................................. 6-38

Fluid ....................................... 6-35 Master Cylinder .............................. 6-35 Parking ..................................... 2-27 PedalTravel ................................. 6-38 Replacing System Parts ........................ 6-38 System Warning Light ......................... 2-71 Trailer ...................................... 4-54 Transmission Shift Interlock Check ............... 7-47 Wear ....................................... 6-37 Brakes, Anti-Lock ............................... 4-7 Braking ........................................ 4-6 Braking in Emergencies ........................... 4-9 Break-In, New Vehicle .......................... 2- 10 BTSICheck ................................... 7-47 Bulb Replacement .............................. 6-39

2.32. 4.40 ................................... 3.9. 3.12

Canadian Roadside Assistance .................... 8-7 Capacities and Specifications ...................... 6-76 CarbonMonoxide ......................... Care of Your Cassette Tape Player .................. 3-25 Cargo Cassette Deck Service ........................... 7-45 Cassette Tape Player ........................ Cassette Tape Player Care ........................ Cassette/Compact Disc Storage .................... ........................ Center Overhead Console Center Passenger Position ........................ .............................. Certification

Certificationire Label ..........................

3-25 2-57 2-52 1-32 4-4 1 4-41

9-2

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................................. 4-54 Chains. Safety ................................... Chains. Changing a Flat Tire ............................. 5-22 Charging System Light .......................... 2-69 Check Gages Light .............................. 2-77 Checking Your Restraint Systems .................. 1-65 Chemical Paint Spotting .......................... 6-67 Child Restraints ................................ 1-43 Securing in a Rear Outside Seat Position ...... 1-48. 1-50 Securing in the Center Seat Position .............. 1-52 ..... 1-54. 1-57 Securing in the Right Front Seat Position TopStrap ................................... 1-47 Where to Put 1-45. 1-46 Chrome Wheels. Cleaning ......................... 6-65 Cigarette Lighter ............................... 2-59 Circuit Breakers and Fuses ....................... 6-71 Cleaner. Air ................................... 6-19 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels ............................ 6-65 Exterior LampsLenses ........................ 6-64 Fabric ...................................... 6-60 Glass ....................................... 6-63 Inside of Your Vehicle ......................... 6-60 Instrumentpanel ............................. 6-63 Leather ..................................... 6-62 Outside of Your Vehicle ........................ 6-64 Special Problems ............................. 6-61 Stains ...................................... 6-61 Tires ....................................... 6-66 Vinyl ....................................... 6-62 Wheels ..................................... 6-65 Windshield and Wiper Blades ................... 6-63

Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.2. 3.3 Clock. Setting the . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 .......................... 6-26 Clutch Fluid. Hydraulic Comfort Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-40 Comfort Guides. Rear Compact Disc Care ............................. 3-26 Compact Disc Player ....................... 3- 16. 3-20 Compass. Rearview Mirror with . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-48 Console Storage ................................ 2-55 Control of a Vehicle .............................. 4-6 Convex Outside Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 1 Coolant ....................................... 6-29 Heater. Engine ............................... 2- 14 RecoveryTank ............................... 5-15 Cooling System ................................ 5- 13 Courtesy Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-40 Cruise Control Cupholders ............................... 2-54. 2-55 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone Users . . . . . . . . . 8-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3 Customer Assistance Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure .................... 8-2

Damage. Finish ............................... 6-66 Damage. Sheet Metal ............................ 6-66 Daytime Running Lamps ......................... 2-44 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-77 ................................... 5-3 Dead Battery ........................ 8- 10 Defects. Reporting Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Defensive Driving .......................... Defogger. Rear Window 3-6 ......................... 3-6 Defogging and Defrosting

Dolby@ B Noise Reduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15 DomeLamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-46 Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 StoragePocket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-52 Third . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Downshifting .................................. 2-21 Driver Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15 Driving City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-32 Defensive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Drunken ..................................... 4-3 Freeway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33 Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14 InaBlizzard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-39 IntheRain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-29 Night . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27 Off-Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14 OnCurves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9 On Grades While Towing a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-56 On Hill and Mountain Roads .................... 4-35 OnSnowandIce ............................. 4-37 Throughwater ............................... 4-31 WetRoads .................................. 4-29 Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-37 With a Trailer ................................ 4-54 ................................ 4-3

Drunken Driving

E a s y Entry Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7 . . . . . . . . . . . 2- 14. 3-24. 6-70 Electrical Equipment. Adding

Electrical System ............................... 6-70 Electrochromic Daymight Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . 2-48 Engine .................................. 6-10. 6-12 Coolant ..................................... 6-29 Coolant Heater ............................... 2- 14 Coolant Level Check .......................... 7-45 Coolant Temperature Gage ..................... 2-72 Cooling System Capacity ....................... 6-78 Exhaust ..................................... 2-32 FuseBlocks ............................ 6-71, 6-73 Identification ................................ 6-69 OilLevelCheck .............................. 7-45 Overheating ................................. 5-11 Running While Parked ......................... 2-32 Specifications ................................ 6-76 StartingYour ................................ 2-13 Underhood Fuse/Relay Center ................... 6-73 Engineoil .................................... 6-15 Adding ..................................... 6-15 Additives ................................... 6-18 Checking ................................... 6-15 Pressure Gage ................................ 2-75 Used ....................................... 6-18 Whentochange .............................. 6-18 Exhaust. Engine ................................ 2-32

Fabric Cleaning ............................... 6-60 Fan Control. Climate Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.2. 3.3 Fender Marker Lamp Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-44 FillingYourTank ................................ 6-5

Filter. Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-19 Finish Care .................................... 6-64 Finish Damage ................................. 6-66 Flashers. Hazard Warning ......................... 5-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22 Flat Tire. Changing Fluid Capacities ................................ 6-78 Fluids and Lubricants ............................ 7-51 Fog Lamps .................................... 2-45 Foreign Countries. Fuel ........................... 6-4 Four-wheel Drive ......................... 2-22. 6-27 .. ........................... French LanguageManual 11 .................................... 6-28 Front Axle Front Axle Locking Feature ....................... 2-23 FrontTowing .................................. 5-10 ..... 6-42. 6-43 Front Turn Signal Lamp Bulb Replacement Fuel .......................................... 6-3 Filling Your Tank .............................. 6-5 Gage ....................................... 2-78 In Foreign Countries ........................... 6-4 Tank Capacity ............................... 6-78 ....................... Fuses and Circuit Breakers 6-71 FusibleLinks .................................. 6-71

b a g e s

Engine Coolant Temperature .................... 2-72 Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-75 " Fuel ....................................... 2-78 Speedometer ................................. 2-65 Tachometer .................................. 2-65 Voltmeter ................................... 2-70

9-4

Garage Door Opener ............................ 2-52 GAWR ....................................... 4-41 Gear Positions. Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2- 15 Gear Positions. Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . 2- 19. 2-20 GloveBox .................................... 2-52 Gross Axle Weight Rating ........................ 4-41 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...................... 4-41 .. Guide en Fransais 11 GVWR ....................................... 4-41

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6.40. 6.41

6-39 5-2 1-6 2-43

Halogen Bulbs ................................ Hazard Warning Flashers .......................... Head Restraints ................................. Headlamps .................................... Bulb Replacement ....................... HigWLow Beam Changer ...................... 2-37 OnReminder ................................ 2-44 Wiring ..................................... 6-70 Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance .............. 8-4 Heating ........................................ 3-4 High-Beam Headlamps .......................... 2-37 Highway Hypnosis .............................. 4-35

Hill and Mountain Roads ......................... 4-35 Hitches. Trailer ................................. 4-53 Hood Checking Things Under ......................... Release ...................................... Horn ......................................... Hydraulic Clutch Fluid ........................... Hydroplaning ..................................

6-8 6-9 2-35 6-26 4-3 1

Tire

Ignition Positions .............................. 2-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-48 Ignition Transmission Lock Check Illuminated Entry ............................... 2-46 Inflation. Tire .................................. 6-51 Inside Daymight Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-48 Inspections .................................... 7-49 Brake System ................................ 7-50 DriveAxle .................................. 7-50 Exhaust Systems ............................. 7-49 Radiator and Heater Hose ...................... 7-49 Steering .................................... 7-49 Suspension .................................. 7-49 Throttle Linkage .............................. 7-49 Transfer Case (Four-wheel Drive) ............... 7-50 Instrumentpanel ............................... 2-62 Cleaning .................................... 6-63 Cluster ..................................... 2-64 FuseBlock .................................. 6-71 Intensity Control ............................. 2-46 Interior Lamps ................................. 2-46 J ack. .................................... Jump Starting ...................................

5-23 5-3

K e y Lock Cylinders Service ..................... Key Release Button ............................. Keyless Entry System ............................ Keys ..........................................

7-46 2-12 2-7 2-2

9-5

Labels

Certification ................................. 4-4 1 Certificationflire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4 1 ..................... Service Parts Identification 6-69 Vehicle Identification Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-69 Lamps ........................................ 2-43 Cargo ...................................... 2-47 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-64 Dome ...................................... 2-46 Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-46 On Reminder ................................ 2-44 Latches, Seatback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6 Leaving Your Vehicle ............................. 2-6 Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running ....... 2-29 Lighter ....................................... 2-59 Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-57. 2-68 Air Bag Off Air Bag Readiness ....................... 1-25. 2-67 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-72. 4-7 Brake System Warning ......................... 2-71 Charging System ............................. 2-69 ................................ Check Gages 2-77 ............... 2-77 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator 1 - 10, 2-67 Safety Belt Reminder ..................... Service Engine Soon .......................... 2-73 Shift .................................. 2-22. 2-76 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-43 Loading Information. Truck-Camper ........................... 4-41 Loading Your Vehicle Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving . . . . . . . . . . 4- I5 LockoutSwitch ................................ 2-34 Locks Cylinders ...................................

7-46

9-6

Door ........................................ 2-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-48 Ignition Transmission Lock Check Key Lock Cylinders Service .................... 7-46 PowerDoor .................................. 2-6 Rear Door Security ............................. 2-6 Lubricants and Fluids ............................ 7-51 Lubrication Service. Body ........................ 7-47 ................................ 1-4 Lumbar Controls Maintenance. Normal Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . 6-77 ............................ Maintenance Record 7-54 Maintenance Schedule ............................ 7-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6 Long Trip/Highway Definition Long Trip/Highway Intervals ..................... 7-6 Owner Checks and Services ..................... 7-45 Periodic Maintenance Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-49 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-51 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Scheduled Maintenance Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4 Short Trip/City Definition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5 Short Trip/City Intervals ........................ 7-5 Maintenance. Underbody ......................... 6-67 Maintenance When Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-58 ...................... Malfunction Indicator Lamp 2-73 ............................... 1-2 Manual Front Seat ManualMirror ................................. 2-51 Manual Transmission Check ...................................... 7-46 Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-25 Shifting ................................ 2- 19. 2-20 Starting Your Engine .......................... 2-13 Manualwindows ............................... 2-33 2-56. 2-58 Memo Pad Holder

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Methanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mirrors .......................................

6-4 2-48 Convex Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-51 Electrochromic Daymight Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-48 Inside Daymight Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-48 Manual ..................................... 2-51 Power Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 1 MMT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 Model Reference vi MountainRoads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-35

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N e w Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2- I O Nightvision ................................... 4-28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6- 14 Noise Control System Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-77

Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-65 Odometer. Trip ................................. 2-65 .............................. 4- 14 Off-Road Driving ............................. 4- I 1 Off-Road Recovery Oil. Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15 Opener. Garage Door ............................ 2-52 Overheating Engine ............................. 5- 1 I Owner Checks and Services ....................... 7-45 Owner Publications. Ordering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8- I I . 8- 12

Paint Spotting. Chemical ........................ Park. Shifting Into .............................. ............................ Park. Shifting Out of Parking AtNight ....................................

6-67 2-28 2-30

2-10

Brake ...................................... 2-27 Brake Mechanism Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-48 Lots ....................................... 2-10 ........................ Over Things That Burn

Passenger Position .............................. 1-23 Passing ....................................... 4-12 Periodic Maintenance Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-49 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-61 Accessory Outlet DoorLocks ................................... 2-6 ................................. 1-3 Driver’sSeat ................................ 6-70 Option Fuses ........................ 2-51 Remote Control Mirror Steering ..................................... 4-9 Steering Fluid ................................ 6-33 Take-0 ff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-59 Winches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-59 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33 Pregnancy, Use of Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1 Problems on the Road PTO ......................................... 4-59 Publications, Service and Owner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8- 1 1, 8- 12

Radiator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-18 Radiator Pressure Cap ........................... 6-32 Radio Reception ................................ 3-23 Radios ........................................ 3-7 Rain, Driving In ................................ 4-29 ReadingLamps ................................ 2-46 9-7

Rear

Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - ' 6 - 2 6 DoorSecurityLocks ........................... 2-6 Outside Seat Position ..................... 1-34, 1-37 Safety Belt Comfort Guides ..................... 1-40 Seatpassengers ,............................. l-34 Towing ..................................... 5-11 ............................. 3-6 Window Defogger RearSeat .................................. 1-8, 1-9 ................................ Rearview Mirror 2-48 Electrochromic Daymight ...................... 2-48 Inside Daymight ............................. 2-48 Reclining Seatbacks .............................. 1-4 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ............... 7-5 1 RecoveryHooks ................................ 5-35 Recovery Tank, Coolant .......................... 5- 15 .................... 6-78 Refrigerants. Air Conditioning Replacement Bulbs ................................. 6-39, 6-75 Parts ....................................... 6-77 Wheel ...................................... 6-57 Replacing Safety Belts ........................... 1-65 Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 8- 10 Restraints Checking ................................... l-65 Child ....................................... 1-43 Head ........................................ l-6 Replacing Parts After a Crash ................... 1-65 System Check ................................ 7-46 Right Front Passenger Position .................... 1-23 Roadside Assistance .............................. 8-5 ..................... Roadside Assistance. Canadian 8-7 9-8

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........................... 5-35 Rocking Your Vehicle Roof Marker Lamp Bulb Replacement .............. 6-47 Rotation. Tires ................................. 6-52 safety Belt Extender ............................ 14-55 Safety Belts .................................... 1-9 Adults .........,............................ l-15 6-63 Care ...................... Center Passenger Position 1-32 Children .................................... 1-43 Driver Position ............................... 1-15 Extender .................................... 1-65 How to Wear Properly ......................... 1-15 Incorrect Usage .................... 1-17? 1-63, 1-64 .................................... Lap Belt 1-32 Lap-Shoulder ...................... 1-15. 1-34. 1-37 Larger Children .............................. 1-62 Passenger Position ............................ 1-23 Questions and Answers ........................ 1-14 Rear Comfort Guides .......................... 1-40 Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions ....... 1-34. 1-37 Rear Seat Passengers .......................... 1-34 Reminder Light .......................... 1-10, 2-67 Replacing After a Crash ........................ 1-65 Right Front Passenger Position .................. 1-23 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ................... 1-16 Smaller Children and Babies .................... 1-43 Use During Pregnancy ......................... 1-22 Why They Work .............................. 1-11 Safety Chains .................................. 4-54

8- 10 ... 111 7-4 1-6 1-4

........................ Safety Defects. Reporting Safety Warnings and Symbols ....................... Scheduled Maintenance Services .................... Seatback. Latches ................................ Seatbacks. Reclining ............................. Seats EasyEntry ................................... 1-7 ManualFront ................................. 1-2 Power Driver’s ................................ 1-3 Power Lumbar Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Rear .................................... 1.8. 1.9 Restraint Systems .............................. I . 1 Seatcontrols ................................. 1-2 Securing a Child Restraint . . 1.48. 1.50. 1.52. 1.54. 1-57 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.54. 1-57 Service ........................................ 6-2 Bulletins. Ordering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8- 1 1. 8. 12 EngineSoonLight ............................ 2-73 Manuals. Ordering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8- 11. 8. 12 Parts Identification Label ....................... 6-69 Publications. Ordering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8- 1 1. 8. 12 ......................... Work. Doing Your Own 6-2 Service and Appearance Care ...................... 6- 1 Service and Owner Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8- 1 1. 8- 12 Service Publications ........................ 8- 1 1. 8. 12 Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 1-30 Sheet Metal Damage 6-66 Shift Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15.2.19. 2.20 Shift Light ............................... 2.22. 2.76 Shiftspeeds ................................... Shifting Into Park (P) ............................

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2-21 2-28

Shifting. Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2- 19. 2-20 Shifting Out of Park (P) .......................... 2-30 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster ..................... 1-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-45 Sidemarker Lamp Bulb Replacement SignalingTurns ................................ 2-37 SIR .......................................... 1-23 Skidding ...................................... 4-13 Sound Equipment. Adding ........................ 3-24 Specifications and Capacities ...................... 6-76 Specifications. Engine ........................... 6-76 Speech Impaired. Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4 Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-65 Stains. Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-61 Starter Switch Check ............................ 7-44 Starting Your Engine ............................ 2-13 Steam ........................................ 5-12 Steering ....................................... 4-9 In Emergencies ............................... 4-10 Power ....................................... 4-9 Tips ......................................... 4-9 Variable Effort ................................ 4-9 Wheel. Tilt .................................. 2-36 Step-BumperPad ............................... 4-61 StorageAreas .................................. 2-52 Storage. Overhead .............................. 2-52 Storage. Vehicle ................................ 6-39 Stuck: In Sand. Mud. Ice or Snow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-34 Sunvisors .................................... 2-61 Sunglasses Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-54 Supplemental Inflatable Restraint .................. 1-23 Symbols. Vehicle ..................................

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Underbody Maintenance ........................ Underhood FuseRelay Center .....................

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w a r n i n g Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Warning Lights. Gages and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-66 Warranty Information ............................ 8- 10 ........................ Washer Fluid. Windshield 6-33 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-64 Washing Your Vehicle

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Weatherstrips .................................. Wheel Alignment .................................. Nut Torque ............................. Replacement ................................. 6-57 Wrench . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-23 Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33 .............................. Lockout Switch 2-34 Manual ..................................... 2-33 Power ...................................... 2-33 Sliding Rear ................................. 2-35 Swing-Out .................................. 2-35 ............................. 2-39 Fluid .................................. 2-39, 6-33 ............................ 7-45 Fluid Level Check Windshield Wipers .............................. 2-38 ...................... Blade Replacement 6-49. 6-77 Cleaning the Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-63 Fuses ...................................... 6-70 Winter Driving ................................. 4-37 Wiper Blades, Cleaning .......................... 6-63 Wiring. Headlamp .............................. 6-70 Wrench. Wheel ................................. 5-23

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HOOD RELEASE

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WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID

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HOOD RELEASE

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FUEL DOOR

P6-5

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Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains the “SIR’ system. Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system. Your Driving and the Road Here you’ll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions. Problems on the Road This section tells what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact GMC for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page 8- 10. Index Here’s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. You can use it to quickly find something you want to read.

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How to Use this Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. If you do this, it will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly. Index A good place to look for what you need is the Index in the back of the manual. It’s an alphabetical list of what’s in the manual, and the page number where you’ll find it.

Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore

the warning. A L AUTION:

These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people.

In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard. Please read these cautions. If you don’t, you or others could be hurt.

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In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell you what to do to help avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words. You’ll also see warning labels on your vehicle. They use the same words, CAUTION or NOTICE.

You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety symbol means “Don’t,’’ “Don’t do this,” or “Don’t let this happen.”

Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices:

I NOTICE:

These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle.

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Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle.

For example, these symbols are used on an original battery:

These symbols are important for you and your passengers whenever your