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1 Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you may find on your vehicle. For example, these symbols are used on an original battery: POSSIBLE A C

1. Air Vents 2. Instrument Cluster 3. Electronic Transfer Case (Option) 4. Comfort Controls 5. Glove Box 6. Ashtray 7. Cigarette LightedPower Auxilia

Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You'll know how fast

ANTl- LOCK ENGINE SOON CHECK GAGES RPM Q SHIFT '/ UNLEADED FUEL ONLY 0 Optional Cluster 2-51

Speedometer and Odometer Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer

1 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators This part describes. the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help yo

Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electr

Voltmeter ‘When your engine is not ninning, but the ignition is on (in the RUN position), this gage shows your battery’s state of charge in DC volts

If the light c.omes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, t

Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. If the gage pointer moves into the red area, your engine is 260 too

NOTICE: ~~ If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel

Model Reference This manual covers these models: Regular Cab Pickup I Extended Cab Pickup vi

If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following: Did you just put fuel into your v

Engine Oil Pressure Gage The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running. Canadian

Shift Light A SHIFT You have the if you have a transmission. SHIFT light manual This light comes on very briefly as a bulb check when you start the

Check Gages Light The CHECK GAGES light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine. CHECK GAGES If the light comes on and stays on whi

Section 3 Comfort, Controls and Audio Systems In this section you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offered with your

Mode Knob The lower knob allows you to choose the direction of air delivery. OFF: This setting turns off all heating functions. Some outside

Temperature Knob The upper knob regulates the temperature of the air coming through the system. Turn the knob clockwise for warmer air.

Heating The heater works best if you keep your windows closed while using it. On cold days, use HEATER with the temperature knob turned clockwise

Ventilation Tips 0 0 0 Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater and defroster wil

Finding a Station AM-FM Stereo I Playing the Radio PWR-VOL-RECALL: This knob turns the system on and off and controls the volume. Press the

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems I Here you'll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly.

In addition to the four stations set as above, up to three additional stations may be preset on each band by pressing two adjoining buttons at t

Finding a Station TUNE-AM-FM: Turn this knob to tune in radio stations. Press it to switch between AM and FM. SEEK: Press this button to

Playing a Cassette Tape 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 so t

SCAN: Press this button to listen to each station for a few seconds. The radio will go to the next station, stop for a few seconds, t

Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that

AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player (Option) Playing the Radio POWER-VOL: This knob turns the system on and off and controls the volume when

Setting the Tone BASS: Press the BASS up arrow to increase bass and the BASS down arrow to decrease bass. Press the center of the button for the

RCL: Press this button to see what track is playing. Press it again within five seconds to see how long it has been playing. The track number al

Locking the Theft System 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Write down any six-digit number and keep it in a safe place separate from the vehicl

Disabling the Theft System 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together for five seconds with the ignition on but the radio off. SEC

For vehicles without easy entry seats, move the lever under the front of the seat I toward the driver’s door to unlock it. Slide the seat to wh

Tips About Your Audio System Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late. Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of

Care of Your Cassette Tape Player A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged mec

Section 4 Your Driving and the Road ?, Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’v

Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway

It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within a

The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “1’1

Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the acce

Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace with t

Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brake

As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t cha

Manual Lumbar Support (Option) If you have this feature, there will be a knob on the outside of the driver and passenger bucket seats. Turn the kn

Suppose you’re steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control systems -- steering and acceleration -- have to do

Off-Road Recovery An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended

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

0 Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass. When

If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go. If you start stee

~ ~~ . ~ ~~ Before You GO Off-Roading There are some things to do before you go out. For . example, be sure to have all necessary mainten

Environmental Concerns Off-road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation. However, it also raises environmental concerns. GM recogniz

Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off-road driving. One of the best ways to control your vehicle is to control your speed. Her

When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain, keep a firm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs or other surface features can jerk the wheel o

Approaching a Hill When you approach a hill, you need to decide if it’s one of those hills that’s just too steep to climb, descend or cross. Ste

But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving. Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerou

I A CAUTION: Turning or driving across steep hills can be dangerous. You could lose traction, slide sideways, and possibly roll over. You coul

&.’ What should I do if my vehicle stalls, or is about to stall, and I can’t make it up the hill? A: If this happens, there are some th

Q: Suppose, after stalling, I try to back down the hill and decide I just can’t do it. What should I do? A: Set the parking brake, put your

Driving Downhill When off-roading takes you downhill, you’ll want to consider a number of things: How steep is the downhill? Will I be able to mai

Are there some things I should not do when driving down a hill? A: Yes! These are important because if you ignore them a a you could lose cont

Driving Across an Incline Sooner or later, an off-road trail will probably go across the incline of a hill. If this happens, you have to deci

Q: What if I’m driving across an incline that’s not too steep, but I hit some loose gravel and start to slide downhill. What should I do? A:

Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice When you drive in mud, snow or sand, your wheels won’t get good traction. You can’t accelerate as quickly, turn

If the water isn’t too deep, then drive through it slowly. At fast speeds, water splashes on your ignition system and your vehicle can stall. Stalli

Here are some tips on night driving. Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving. One reason is that some drivers ar

Seatback Latches The front seatback folds forward to let people get into the back seat or reach the storage area behind the seat. To fold the fro

driving, don’t wear sunglasses at night. They may cut down on glare from headlamps, but they also make a lot of things invisible. You can be temp

cautious if rain starts to fall while you are driving. The surface may get wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry paveme

A CAUTION: I - Wet brakes can cause accidents. They won’t work well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side. You could lose cont

City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You'll want to watch out for what the other

Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways, expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safest of all roads. But

Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain you allow a reasonable following distance. Expect to move slightly slower at night. When you

Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnos

Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluid levels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system and transmission. These parts can work h

Winter Driving Include an ice scraper, a small brush, or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small sho

What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble

Easy Entry Seat (Extended Cab) The right front bucket or split-bench seat of your vehicle makes it easy to get in and out of the rear vehicl

If You’re Caught in a Blizzard 0 Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you’ve been’stopped by the snow. If you are stopped by he

- Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and ki

Recreational Vehicle Towing (Four-wheel Drive Oniy) 1. 2. 3. 4. Set the parking brake firmly. Place an automatic transmission in PARK (P) or a manua

Loading Your Vehicle < SEE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION uu- The CertificatiodTire label is found on the driver's door ed

’ A CAUTIGA: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicl

2-Tiered Loading By positioning four 2” x 6” wooden planks across the width of the pickup box, you can create an upper load platform. The pla

Truck-Camper Loading Information This label is inside your glove box. It will tell you if your vehicle can carry a slide-in camper, how much of

Here is an example of proper truck and camper match: I .c J A. Camper Center of Gravity B. Recommended Center of Gravity Location Zone The ca

Trailer Recommendations You must subtract your hitch loads from the CWR for your vehicle. Weigh your vehicle with your trailer attached, so that

NOTICE: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty. To pull a tra

Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you sho

0 If you haw a11 automatic transmission, you should Vehicle Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. use DRIVE (D) (or, as you need to, a lower gear) wh

~ ~ ~~ ~ ~~~ ~~ You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can write us at the address listed in your Warranty an

Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires Be sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the limit for cold tires. You’ll find these numbers on the Certi

Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs. (450 kg) loaded, then it needs its own brakes -- and they must be adequate. Be

Following Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer. This can help you

Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you tow a trailer, your vehicle has to have extra wiring and a heavy-duty turn signal flasher (in

Parking on Hills You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer attached, on a hill. If something goes wrong, your rig could start to mov

When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you: Start your engine; 0

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Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat on

Section 5 Problems on the Road Here you'll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road. Hazard Warning Flashers Your hazar

When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn signals won't work. The flashers will stop if you 'step on. the brake. ,Other Warning De

2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching each other. If they are, it could cause

4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries. Find the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on each battery. 1 A CAUTION: --- Using a match nea

7. Don’t let the other end touch metal. Connect it to the positive (+) terminal of the good battery. 8. Now connect the black negative (-) cable to

11. Try to start the vehicle with the dead battery. If it won’t start after a few tries, make sure all connections are good. If it still won’t st

Towing Your Vehicle Try to have a GM dealer or a professional towing service tow your vehicle. See “Roadside Assistance” in the Index. If your vehicle

mm A vehicle can fall from a car carrier if it isn’t adequately secured, This can cause a collision, serious personal injury and vehicl

Front Towing Tow Limits -- 35 mph (56 km/h), 50 miles (80 km) ' Vehicles with the all-wheel-drive or.four- wheel-drive option must use a towing d

Front Towing Tow Limits -- 35 mph (56 km/h), 50 miles (80 km) ' Vehicles with the all-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive option must use a towing d

The 1996 Chevrolet S-Series Owner’s Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ... 1-1 . This

1 Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider doesn’t stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could

Rear Towing Tow Limits -- 35 mph (56 km/h), 50 miles (80 km) Vehicles with the ail-wheel-drive or four- wheel-drive option must use a towing dolly

Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine Steam from an o

If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine If you get the overheat warning but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. Sometime

When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s what you’ll see: If your vehicle has air conditioning, the auxiliary electric fan under the

The coolant level should be at the ADD mark. If it ‘ isn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump or

How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you haven’t found a problem yet, but the coolant level isn’t at ADD, add a 50/50 mixture o

A CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine p

mu= - ~ Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn th

' How to Add Coolant to the Radiator 1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator

3. Fill the radiator with the proper mix, up to the base of the filler neck. 4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the ADD mark. 5. Put th

or the instrument panel . . . or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. Yo

6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fan. 7. By this time th

Engine Fan Noise This vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. When the clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engi

Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning f

Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The jacking equipment you’ll need is stored inside the plastic jack cover which is behind the front seats, eit

Insert the chisel end of the wheel wrench, on an angle, into the hole in the rear bumper. Be sure the chisel end of the wheel wrench connec

If your jack storage cover is equipped with a hub cap removal tool, position the hub cap removal tool in the notch and pull straight away from the

Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts. 2. Turn the jack handle clockwi

Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never ge

6. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. I A CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts

9. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. 10. Use the wrench to tighten the wheel nuts firmly in

Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers &= Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident if

Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools -- I Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could ca

1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle, with the valve stem pointed down and to the rear. 2. Pull the retainer through the wheel.

Replace the jack cover, if you have one. A. Hub Cap Removal Tool (Some Models) B. Cover (Extended Cab) C. Cover (Standard Cab) D. Hub Cap Removal

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

Rocking your vehicle to get it out: Using the Recovery Hooks First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area ar

The recovery hooks, when used, are under a lot of force. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle.

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Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Here you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with service and fuel

Doing Your Own Service Work If you want to do some of your own service work, you’ll want to get the proper service manual. It tells you muc

Fu Use regular unleaded gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher. At a minimum, it should meet specifications ASTM D4814 in the United States and CGSB 3

How to Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about sa

To provide cleaner air, all gasolines are now required to contain additives that will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel

Filling Your Tank The fuel cap is behind a hinged door on the driver’s side of your vehicle. A CAUTION: Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It

A CAUTION: If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out on you if you

Checking Things Under the Hood To open the hood, first pull the handle inside the vehicle on the lower left side of the instrument panel. Then go to

When you lift the hood, you'll see these items on the 2.2L engine: A. Coolant Recovery Tank E. Battery B. Engine Oil Fill Cap and Dipsti

When you lift the hood, you’ll see these items on the “VORTEC” 4300 engine: V I. Transmission Dipstick 3. Engine Oil Fill 2. Brake Master Cylinder

Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop. Remove the hood

When to Add Oil If the oil is at or below the ADD line, then you’ll need to NOTICE: Don’t add too much oil. If your engine has so much oi

What Kind of Oil to Use Oils recommended for your vehicle can be identified by looking for the “Starburst” symbol. This symbol indicates that the

As shown in the chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for your vehicle. However, you can use SAE 1OW-30 if it’s going to be 0°F (- 18°C) or above. These numbers

5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt. The lap part of the belt shoul

Remote Oil Filter (Four-wheel Drive) The access door for the remote oil filter is in the steering linkage shield assembly located under the

2.2L Engine To remove this air cleaner, open both clamps and push the rear of the air cleaner toward the rear of the engine compartment. Insert a

Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is change

Checking Transmission Fluid Hot Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50°F (10°C). If

Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps: 1. Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag o

How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the

Check the fluid level only when your engine is off, the vehicle is parked on a level place and the transmission is cool enough for you to rest your

When to Check and What to Use How to Check The proper fluid should be added if the level does not reach the^ bottom of the diaphragm when it

How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant to

How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant to ra

What’s wrong with this? I I I You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much,

How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, you’ll need to add some lubricant. If the differential is

A 50/50 mixture of water and the proper coolant for your vehicle will: Give freezing protection down to -34°F (-37°C). Give boiling protection up

NOTICE: r If you use an improper coolant mix, your engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost wouldn’t be covered by your

Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper mix at the coolant recovery tank. 1 A CAUTION: Add coolant mix at the recovery tank, but

Radiator Pressure Cap NOTICE: - ~ I Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coola

Power Steering Fluid How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool, unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean

Adding Washer Fluid Open the cap labeled WASHER FLUID ONLY. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. NOTICE: 0 0 0 0 When using concentrated was

Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is here. It is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. There are only two reasons why the brake

Checking Brake Fluid You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap. Just look at the windows on the brake fluid reservoir. T

Brake Wear NOTICE: 0 0 Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such

&.' What's wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. 4 CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckl

Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something i

Battery Every new vehicle has a Delco Freedom@ battery. You never have to add water to one of these. When it’s time for a new battery, we

Headlamps Sealed Beam Lamps 1. Remove the screws from the headlamp retainer. 2. Pull the headlamp out and remove the retainer. 3. Unplug and

Composite Headlamps 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the black protective caps from the removal pins at the top of the radiator support. Use a hex sock

5. Turn the bulb counterclockwise to remove it. 6. Put the new bulb into the headlamp lens assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight

Front Sidemarker Lamps 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Remove the lens retaining screws. Remove the sidemarker lens from the radiator grille. Turn the bul

4. Install a new bulb. 5. Replace the lens. Install and tighten the screws. If equipment such as a cap or camper is installed on your vehicle

Underhood Lamp 1. Disconnect the electrical connector from the underhood lamp assembly. 2. Remove the screws. 3. Disconnect the ground wire. 4. Remove

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement See “Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts” in the Index for the proper type of replacement blade. NOTICE: Us

3. Remove the insert from the blade assembly. The insert has two notches at one end that are locked by bottom claws of the blade assembly. At the

&: What’s wrong with this? A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the shoulder at all times. k CAU’ION: F- You

6. Put the blade assembly pivot in the wiper arm hook. Pull up until the pivot locking tab locks in the hook slot. 7. Carefully lower the wip

Inflation - Tire Pressure The Certificatioflire label which is on the driver’s door door edge, above the door latch, shows the correct inflation pres

Tire Inspection and Rotation Fires should be inspected every 6,000 to 8,000 miles (10 000 to 13 000 km) for any signs of unusual wear. If unusua

After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Certificatioflire label. Make certain

The tire has a panctufe, cut or other .damage that can’t be repaired well because of the size or location . of the damage. Buying New Tires To find

Uniform Tire Quality Grading The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Admini

Temperature - A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its

Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need. Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be

Tire Chains NOTICE: If your vehicle has P235/75R15, P23970R15, P235/55R16 or 3lxlO.5OR15LT/C size tires, don’t use tire chains. They can damage

Don’t use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: Alcohol 0 Laundry Soap 0 Bleach 0 Reducing A

@' What's wrong with this? I You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn't have the full wid

Using Solvent-Type Cleaner on Fabric First, see if you have to use solvent-type cleaner at all. Some spots and stains will clean off better

If an odor lingers after cleaning vomit or urine, treat the area with a waterhaking soda solution: 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of baking soda to 1 cup (250 ml)

Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. I A CAUTION: Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it may severely weaken them. In a

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

necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter. Exterior painted surfaces are subject to a

Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosio

Appearance Care Materials Chart 1051515 32 oz. (0.946 L) Optikleen Windshield washer solvent and antifreeze 1052870 16 oz. (0.473 L) Wash an

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Engine Identification I I1 11111111 1111 111 111111 111 111111II 111111111111 111111111 I bl SAMPLE4UXTM072675

Electrical System Add-on Electrical Equipment NOTICE: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer fir

Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers and fu

To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. Before you close the door, be sure the b

FuseKircuit Usage Breaker A B 1 Power Door Locks, Power Seat, Power Seat Lumbar, Remote Keyless Entry Power Windows Stoplamps, Hazard Lamps, Chime,

Fuse/Circuit Usage Breaker 7 Power Auxiliary Outlets, Assembly Line Diagnostic Link 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Not Used PCMNCM Battery, ABS Battery, Fuel

Replacement Bulbs Lamps Sealed Beam Halogen Headlamps Composite Low-Beam Halogen Headlamps Composite High-Beam Halogen Headlamps Tail and Stop

Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest information available at the tim

Wheels and Tires Wheel Nut Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 lb-ft (130 N-m) Tire Pressure . . . . . . See the Certificatiod‘Tire label. See “Lo

Vehicle Dimensions" Wheelbase S/T10603 ... 108.3 inches (275.1 cm) S/T10803 ... 117.9 inches (299.5 cm) S/T10653 ...

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Section 7 Maintenance Schedule IMPORTANT. KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE A! RECOMMENDED This section covers the maintenance require

How This Section is Organized The remainder of this section is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” shows what to have

Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working

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P A 1 TTTf Air bags are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle hits something. They aren’t design

Maintenance Schedule I Short TripKity Definition __~ Follow the Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule if any one of these conditions is true for your

Maintenance Schedule Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule is true. Driving

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles ( 166 000 km) should be performed after 100,00

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 3,000 Miles (5 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissi

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) (Continued) 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for pr

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 12,000 Miles (20 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An E

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) (Continued) 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) 0 Check rear/rronr: axle fluid level and ad

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation’’ in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional i

Fort TripKity Maintenance Schedule I ~~ 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emis

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) I7 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An

I How the Air Bag System Works I Don’t put anything on, or attach anything to, the steering wheel. Also, don’t put anything (such as pets or obj

Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Em

1 Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Em

rShort TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 42,000 Miles (70 000 km) (Continued) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 0 For Two-Wheel-Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relin

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 51,000 Miles (85 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An E

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) (Continued) 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index f

Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) I7 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emis

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An E

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additio

If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform, such as a parked car, the threshold level will be higher. The air bag is not desig

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 0 Inspect air cleaner filter if you are driving in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary. An Emiss

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) (Continued) Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for prop

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 84,000 Miles (140 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emi

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 90,000 Miles (150 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 93,000 Miles (155 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first), An Emis

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 99,000 Miles (165 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule I 0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of thes

The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals.

Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule I 7,500 Miles (12 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Em

What will you see after an air bag inflates? After the air bag inflates, it quickly deflates. This occurs so quickly that some people may not e

15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate the

Long TripMighway Maintenance Schedde 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for

I Long Tripmighway Maintenance fi Schedule 30,000 Miles (SO' 000 km) (Continued) 0 For Two-Wheel-Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the

Long TripEIighway Maintenance Schedule 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals f

I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven

Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 52,500 Miles (87 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Em

I 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate the

Long Tripktighway Maintenance Schedui 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissi

Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emi

Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals f

Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle The air bag affects how your vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the air bag system in several

90,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued) 0 For Two-Wheel-Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining,

Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and Rotation” in the Index for proper rotation pattern and additional in

= Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) (Continued) 0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle

Part B: Owner Checks and Services Listed below are owner checks and services which should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the

At Least Twice a Year Restraint System Check Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors a

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. F

Steering Column Lock Check ,While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the key to LOCK in each shift lever position. With an autom

Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be perfowed at least twice a year (for instance, eac

Drive Axle Service Check readfront axle fluid level and add as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. Transfer C

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

Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle &= If I add a push bumper or a bicycle rack to the . front of my vehicle, will it keep

- USAGE Chassis Lubrication Front Wheel Bearings Differential, Front and Rear Axle Transfer Case Windshield Washer Solvent FLUIDLUBRICANT Chassis

USAGE Hood Latch Assembly Pivots, Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Tailgate Handle Pivot Points, Hinges, Latch Bolt and Linkage Weatherstrip Conditio

Part E: Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading and who performed the service in t

I I + ODOMETER READING Maintenance Record SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-57

Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE READING SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 7-58

Section 8 Customer Assistance Information Here you will find out how to contact Chevrolet if you need assistance. This section also tells yo

have with your vehicle can be handled by your selling or servicing dealer. Your dealer has the facility, trained technicians, special tool

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

Chevrolet Roadside Assistance Program To enhance Chevrolet’s strong commitment to customer satisfaction, Chevrolet is excited to announce the esta

FREE Locksmith/Key Service (when keys are lost on the road or locked inside) 0 FREE Flat Tire Service (spare installed on the road) 0 FREE Jump Sta

The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt i

Canadian Roadside Assistance Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive Roadside Assistance program accessible from anywhere in Canada or the

For warranty repairs during the Complete Vehicle Coverage period in the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, interim transportation may be available u

To file a claim, you will be asked to provide your name and address, your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and a statement of the natu

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT If you live in Canada, and you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should im

Service Manuals Service manuals contain diagnostic and repair information for all chassis and body systems. They may be useful for owners who

Section 9 Index Accessory Power Outlet ... 2-47 Adding Sound Equipment ... 3- 17 Add-on Equipment ...

I Brakes Adjustment ... ... '6-34 qMager Cylinder ... 6-31 Anti-Lock ...

Compact Disc Player ... 3- I2 Compact Spare Tire ... 5-32 Control of a Vehicle ...

Engine Fan Noise ... 5-2 1 Engineoil ... 6-10 Change Intervals ...

Halogen Bulbs ... 6-35 Hazard Warning Flashers ... 5- I Headlamps ...

. -. -- ... .. I When you, sit in a center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt long

Lamps On Reminder ... 2-40 Leaving Your Vehicle ... 2-4 Latches. Seatback ...

Neutral Automatic Transmission ... 2- 16 Manual Transmission ... 2- 18 New Vehicle “Break-In” ...

a . Reclining Front Seatbacks ... 1-3 Recovery Tank. Coolant ... 5-13. 6-26 Recreational Vehicle Towin

SIR ... 1-18 Skidding ... 4-12 Sliding Rear Windows ...

Trailer Brakes ... 4-52 Trailer Hitches ... 4-5 1 Trailer Recommendations ...

Rear Seat Passengers (Extended Cab Jump Seats) Lap Belt These are reserve seating positions equipped with lap belts only. (If your extended cab pic

Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. In fact, the law in every state in t

Supplement to the 1996 GMC Jimmy, Chevrolet Blazer, GMC Sonoma and Chevrolet S-Series muck Owner’s Manuals This supplement includes the latest

A CAUTION: - Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn't weigh much -- until a crash. During a crash a baby wi

Child Restraints Be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, it will have a label saying that it meets Federal

Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Seat Position ‘ (Except 60/40 Split Bench Seat) j Don’t use child restraints in theicenter position

7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. If it isn’t, secure the restraint in a different place

Jump Seats (Extended Cab) Don’t use child restraints in these positions. The restraints won’t work properly. Securing a Child Restraint in t

I 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5.

6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint. 7. Push and pull the

I Never do this. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash, the two childre

Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat thatl has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child we

Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fast

This infurmation replaces the “Recreational Vehicle Towing” portion located in Section 4 in your owner’s manual. Recreational Vehicle Towing (Four

Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be nec

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Section 2 Features and Controls Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on starting, shi

This vehicle has one double-sided key for the ignition and door locks. It will fit with either side up. When a new vehicle is delivered, the

Door Locks 1 \ CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. Passengers -- especially children -- can easily open the doors and fall out. When a

Your vehicle may be equipped with a side access panel for convenience in loading and unloading cargo. It is recommended that passengers who

Keyless Entry System (Option) If your vehicle has this option, you can lock and unlock your doors from up to 30 feet (9 m) away using the ke

To replace batteries in the Keyless Entry transmitter: 1. Insert a dime in the slot between' the covers of the transmitter near the key

3. With the tailgate halfway down, pull the tailgate toward you at the left side and then move the tailgate to the left to release the right side. Rev

New Vehicle “Break-In” NOTICE: Your modern vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if you follow

Recreational Vehicle Towing (Except Four-wheel Drive with the Manual Transfer Case) Please contact your dealer for the towing information that

NOTICE: Don’t operate accessories in the ACCESSORY position for long periods of time. Prolonged operation of accessories in the ACCESSORY positi

Key Release Button *A To remove the key on manual transmission vehicles, turn the key to the OFF position. Then turn the key to the LOCK position

Manual transmission The gear selector should be in NEUTRAL (N). Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine. Your vehicle won’t start

Starting Your “VORTEC” 4300 Engine 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go o

Engine Coolant Heater (Option) “VORTEC” 4300 Engine 2.2L Engine In very cold weather, 0°F (- 18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You

4. 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 you don’t,

It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in,PARK (P) with the ’ parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can rol

r NOTICE: Damage to your transmission caused by shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine racing isn’t covered by your warran

FIRST (1): This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than SECOND (2). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow o

Here’s how to operate your transmission: FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (1). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as

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Shift Light SHIFT 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 be

Four-wheel Drive (Option) If your vehicle has four-wheel drive, you can send your engine’s driving power to all four wheels for extra traction.

An indicator light near the lever shows you the transfer case settings: 2HI 4HI N SET PARK BRAKE 0 4LO The front axle portion of the diagram on th

4LO: This setting also engages your front axle to give you extra traction and provides extra gear reduction. You may never need 4LO. It sends

Electronic Transfer Case (Option) If your four-wheel-drive vehicle has the electronic transfer case, the transfer case switches are above the radio c

transmission. The preferred method for shifting into 4LO is to have your vehicle moving 1 to 2 mph (1.6 to 3.2 kmh). Press and release the 4LO

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 f

Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Tkansmission Models Only) 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot 2. Move the shift lever into PA

Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission Models 0 lv) @ Move the lever up as far as it will go. 3. If you have four

If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and your parking brake is firmly set before

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

Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission Models Only) If you have four-wheel drive with a manual transfer case shift lever, be sure your transfe

Engine Exhaust Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness a

I b CAUTION: - It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set.

Express-Down Window Press the side of the switch with the down arrow to lower the window. Press the side of the switch with the up arrow to

Sliding Rear Window (Option) Tilt Wheel (Option) If you have the tilt steering wheel, you should adjust the steering wheel before you drive. Y

Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your: 0 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator 0 Hea

If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. If the arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse (see “Fuses

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

Cruise control can be dangerous where you can’t drive safely at a steady speed. So, don’t use your cruise control on winding roads or

You'll go right back up to your chosen, speed and stay there. Remember, if you hold the switch at R/A longer than a 112 second, the vehicle

Vehicle Damage Warnings Also, in this book you will find these notices: I NOTICE: I I I These mean there is something that could damage your ve

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.

Press the top switch with the parking lamps symbol on it to turn on: 0 Parking Lamps 0 Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps 0 License Plate Lamps 0 Instru

When the DRL are on, only your headlamps will be on. The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won’t be on. The instrument panel won’t be li

Press the side of the switch with the fog lamp symbol to turn the fog lamps on. Press OFF to turn them off. A light will glow in the switch

Mirrors Inside DayNight Rearview Mirror Press the tab under the mirror to reduce glare from headlamps behind you. Outside Manual Adjust Mirror Ad

Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror is convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat. I I A

Front Storage Area If your vehicle has this console compartment, squeeze the front lever while lifting the top to open it. You can store casse

Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter The front ashtray must be completely pulled out to open position before the ashtray cover opens and smoking mat

Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror (Option) I Pull the sun visor down and lift the mirror cover to turn on the lamps. Accessory Power Outlets (Opti

Instrument Panel 2-48