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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

Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed: Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Pr

Lamps The switches are on the left side of your instrument panel. Press the top switch with the parking lamps symbol on it to turn on: P

Lamps On Reminder A reminder tone will sound when your headlamps or parking lamps are turned on and your ignition is in OFF, LOCK or ACCESSO

Fog Lamps (Option) Use your fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. 'Your parking lamps or low-beam headlamps must be on

‘I Front Map Lamps (Option) ’. I Dome Lamps If your vehicle has optional front map lamps, they The rear dome lamp has a switch that lets you turn it

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

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. A co

Reading Lamps Press the button near each lamp to turn the reading lamps on and off. I The lamps can also be swiveled to point in the desired dir

F ... Add one peg at a time until The pegs inside the compartment door are used to make sure the button on the compartment door will contact the

Temperature and Compass Display Turn the display on or off by pressing the ON/OFF switch. Display the temperature in either degrees Fahrenhe

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

Variance is the difference between magnetic north and geographic north. In some areas, the difference between the two can be great enou

Sunglasses Storage Compartment Front Storage Area The console has a sunglasses storage compartment. Door Storage You will find a storage compartme

If your vehicle has the center armrest compartment, lift the cover to expose the storage area which includes slots for cassettes and a coinh

Roll-Up Cargo Cover (Option) If you have the optional cargo cover, you can use it to cover items in the cargo area of your vehicle. Grasp the handl

L --<gage CTrrier (^ption) If you try to carry something on top of your vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier -- like p

You can adjust the crossrails to handle different size loads. Just loosen the slider knobs at each end of the crossrail and move them where you

Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter To use the lighter, press it in all the way, and let go. When it’s ready, it will pop back by itself. NOT

Visor Vanity ,Mirror Pull the sun visor down and lift the cover to expose the vanity mirror. Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror (Option) Pull the

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

Model Reference This manual covers these models: Two-Door Utility Four-Door Utility vi

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

L I ANTI -LOCK MPH SERVICE ENGINE SOON CHECK RPM 0 UNLEADED FUEL ONLY Optional Cluster 2-63

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

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

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 elect

Voltmeter Gage I When your engine is not running, but the ignition is on (in the RUN position), this gage shows your battery’s state of charge i

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

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

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

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

Engine Oil Pressure Gage OIL 0- The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running.

Shift Light SHIFT You have the shift light if you have a manual transmission. 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 w

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Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems In this section you'll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems offer

MAX A/C: This setting provides maximum cooling with the least amount of work. MAX A/C recirculates much of the air inside your vehicle so it cools

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. BLE

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

The rear window defogger will stay on for five to seven minutes, then turn off. If you need additional warming time, turn it on again. You can

I Move the lever under the front of the easy entry seat up to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it. Then release the lever and tr

AM-FM Stereo Playing the Radio PWR-VOL-RECALL: This knob turns the system on and off and controls the volume. Press the knob to display th

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 the

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

FADE: This control ring behind the TUNE-AM-FM knob adjusts the balance between the front and rear speakers. Playing a Cassette Tape Your tape pl

SEEK: Press this button to go to the next higher station and stop. SCAN: Press this button to listen to each station for a few seconds. Th

Setting the Tone TONE ADJUSTMENT Set the bass, midrange and treble by using the levers in the upper middle left corner to get the sound you

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 fac

REV (4): Press and hold this button to return to a passage quickly. Release it to play the passage. The counter reading will appear on the disp

Locking the Theft System Unlocking the Theft System After a Power Loss Enter your secret code as follows: pause no more than 15 seconds between

Power Lumbar Control (Option) If you have this control, it is located on the side of the driver's seat. Reclining Front Seatbacks To adjust

Disabling the Theft System 1. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together for five seconds with the ignition on but the radio off. SEC will appear on the

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 s

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

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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’

Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death t

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 an hour

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. “I’ll

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 accele

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

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

The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available

Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get to

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

An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock

Passing 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 a

0 When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up, start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and don’t get too close. Time your move so you

Loss of Control Let’s review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems (brakes, steering and acceleration) don’t ha

Driving Guidelines This multipurpose passenger vehicle is defined as a utility vehicle in Consumer Information Regulations issued by the

Before You Go Off-Roading There are some things to do before you go out. For example, be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service wor

Head Restraints Head restraints are fixed on some models and adjustable on others. Slide an adjustable head restraint up or down so that the top o

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

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. Here are s

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

Approach lg 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. S

Driving Uphill Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, you need to take some special steps. 0 Use a low gear and get a firm grip on the

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 things you sh

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: 0 How steep is the downhill? Will I be able to

Q: Are there some things I should not do when A: Yes! These are important because if you driving down a hill? 0 ignore them you could lose co

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 decide wh

Easy Entry Seat (2-Door Models) The right front seat of your vehicle makes it easy to get in and out of the rear seat. Tilt the right front s

&: 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

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

Driving in Water Light rain causes no special off-road driving problems. But heavy rain can mean flash flooding, and flood waters demand extreme ca

After Off-Road Driving Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody, chassis or under the hood. These accumulations can be a

Here are some tips on night driving. 0 Drive defensively. 0 Don’t drink and drive. Adjust your inside rearview mirror to reduce the Since you

Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads I Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wet road, you can't stop, accelerate or turn as wel

Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your bra

Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water. This can happen if

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 drivers are doing

Freeway Driving The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keep up with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at the same speed most

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

Just before you leave the lane, glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there isn’t another vehicle in your “blind” spot. Once you are

Here are some things you can check before a trip: 0 a 0 0 0 0 0 Windshield Washer Fluid: Is the reservoir full? Are all windows clean inside and o

Hill and Mountain Roads If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’re planning to visit there, here are some tips that can make your trip

A CAUTION: : '. i. .. ,tb.,.. ;I: ' ,...?-+: . ''; <. _.. .,%. , .. , , ' . .. ,. ... . . 2- . .. . Coasting downhill in

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

Whatever the condition -- smooth ice, packed, blowing or loose snow -- drive with caution. Accelerate gently. Try not to break the fragile traction

0 . Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you have no blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators’ from newspapers, burlap bags

Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel. When you run the engine, make it go a little faster than just idle. That is, push the acc

Loading Your Vehicle I * ‘GVWR VR F I PAYLOAD =-I PSI/KPA (COL n \ SEE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION I U The Certificationnire label also

A CAUTION: = 1 Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle c

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

Payload The payload capacity is shown on the Certificationmire label. This is the maximum load capacity that your vehicle can carry. Be sure t

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

If you have an automatic transmission, you should use DRIVE (D) (or, as you need to, a lower gear) when towing a trailer. Operating your vehicl

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

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 C

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 sure to

Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint

Making lhrns NOTICE: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. Your vehicle c

On a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce your speed to around 45 mph (70 kmh) to reduce the possibility of engine and transmission overheatin

A 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

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 coul

Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more

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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 hazard

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 Devices If

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 both hoods and locate the batteries. Find the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on each battery. Using a match near a battery

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 t

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

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 vehic

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

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

Front Towing Tow Limits -- 35 mph (56 kd?), 50 miles (80 kin) Vehicles with the all-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive option must use a towing doll

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

Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle’s instrument panel. If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine - :/..: Steam

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. Sometimes

When you decide it's safe to lift the hood, here's what you'll see: A. Coolant Recovery Tank B. Radiator Pressure Cap C. Engine

L 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 o

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

I A CAUTION: YOL -an be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine

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

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

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 the

6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine fan. filler neck may be l

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

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 flash

Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The jacking equipment you'll need is stored along the driver's rear wall. In some cases, you may

Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire. Keep turning the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under

1 The tools you'll be using include the jack (A) and wheel wrench (B). Your vehicle may also have an optional hub cap removal tool. If y

The optional hub cap removal tool is stowed with the jack. Position the hub cap removal tool in the notch and pull straight away from the whe

3. Fit the jack into the appropriate hole nearest the flat tire. A. Front Frame Hole B. Rear Frame Hole (2-Door) or Spring Hanger Hole (4-Door)

4. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the sp

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

' A CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing

10. Use the wrench to tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown. Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightel I wheel nuts c

Storing a Flat or Spare Tire -..ne Tn4s Storing a jack, a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause

Follow this diagram for the inside-mounted spare. D A. Spare Tire B. Retainer (Two-Wheel Drive) C. Nut D. Cover E. Retainer (Four-wheel Drive) E

Return the jack, wheel wrench and wheel blocks to the proper location in your vehicle’s rear area. Secure the items and replace the jack co

If You’re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow What you don’t want to do when your vehicle is stuck is to spin your wheels too fast. The method know

Rocking your vehicle to get it out: First, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clear the area around your front wheels. Then s

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 fue

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 shou

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

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

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

Filling Your Tank The fuel cap is behind a hinged door on the driver’s side of your vehicle. To take off the cap, turn it slowly to the left (coun

If you get gasoline on yourself and then something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the fue

Checking Things Under the Hood To open the hood, first pull the handle inside the vehicle on the lower driver's side of the instrument pane

When you lift the hood, you'll see these items: A. Transmission Dipstick B. Engine Oil Fill C. Brake Master Cylinder D. Coolant Recovery

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 prop

. NOTICE: . Don’t-add too much oil. If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross-hatched area that shows th

RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BEST FUEL ECONOMY AND COLD STARTING, SELECT THE LOWEST SAL VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPEC

@' What's wrong with this? . A CAUTION: I You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would

When to Change Engine Oil See if any one of these is true for you: e 0 0 e e Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km), This is pa

Air Cleaner To remove the air cleaner, remove the wing nuts that hold the cover on. Remove the cover and lift out the air filter. In

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

Checking Transmission Fluid T'3t Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50°F (10°C

2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and then pull it back out again, 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lowe

Manual Transmission Fluid When to Check A good time to have it checked is when the engine oil is changed. However, the fluid in your manual trans

How to Check The proper fluid should be added if the level does not reach the bottom of the diaphragm when it’s in place in the reservoir. See the

What to Use ‘Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.

What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Fro

&: What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place. P I You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wron

What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index. Engin

What to Use Use a mixture of one-half clean water (preferably distilled) and one-half DEX-COOL TM (orange-,colored, silicate-free) antifreeze that m

Checking Coolant When your engine is cold, the coolant level should be at ADD, or a little higher. When your engine is warm, the level should

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

Power Steering Fluid When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect t

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

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

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

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

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

--- You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your ~ body would move .too far forward, which

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 recommen

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

Composite Headlamps 1. Open the hood. removal pins at the top of the radiator support. Use a hex socket to unscrew the pins. 3. Pull the

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. 7. Pl

Front Sidemarker Lamps 1. Remove the lens retaining screws. 2. Remove the sidemarker lens from the radiator grille. 3. Turn the bulb and socket on

7. Put the socket into the lamp assembly and turn the socket clockwise until it locks in place. 8. Install the lamp assembly and screws. 9. Close

Vanity Mirror Lamps 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Insert the blade of a small screwdriver into the center slot at the bottom of the lens. Gently pry th

A. Blade Assembly B. Arm Assembly C. Locking Tab D. Blade Pivot E. Hook Slot E Arm Hook 2. Press down on the blade assembly pivot locking tab. Pull

5. Be sure that the notches are locked by the bottom claws. Make sure that all other claws are properly locked on both sides of the insert slots. C /

Poorly maintained and im are dangerous. operly used tires 0 0 0 0 Overloading your tires can cause overheating as a result of too much fricti

What’s wrong with this? A: The belt is twisted across the body. I You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you wouldn

NOTICE: (Continued) If your tires have too much air (overinflation), you can get the following: Unusual wear Bad handling Rough ride Needle

c f The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. The first Maintenance Services” in the Index for

When It’s Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your ti

Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial and bias-belted tires),

Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straightahead) traction tests and does not include cornering (turning) tract

Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. If you nee

Tire Chains NOTICE: If your vehicle has P235/75R15, P235/70R15 or 31xlOSOR15LT/C size tires, don’t use tire chains. They can damage your vehi

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

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 with

0 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Appearance Care Materials Chart I PARTNUMBER I SIZE I DESCRIPTION I USAGE I 1050004 16 oz. (0.473 L) 1050 I72 Shines vehicle without scratching C

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) - -1 II 11111.11 1.11 111 111111 II.1111111. 1111111.111. 111..1111 11- e bd SAMPLE4UXTM072675 ENGINEfi96 7 \ A

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

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

FuseKircuit Usage Breaker 1 2 3 FuseKircuit Usage Breaker A B Power Door Locks, Power Seat, Power Seat Lumbar, Remote Keyless Entry Power Wind

FuseKircuit Usage Breaker 5 7 8 9 10 11 Oxygen Sensor Heater, Exhaust Gas Recirculation, Cam Sensor, CANN. Purge, MAS Blower Motor, Temperature Door

CAUTION: (Continued) Air bags are designed to work only in moderate to severe crashes where the front of your vehicle hits something. They aren

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

Capacities and Specifications Engine Description ... “Vortec” 4300 Type ... V6 VINCode ...

Capacities (Approximate) Cooling System" Auto. Trans. ... 11.7 quarts (1 1.1 L) Manual Trans. ... 11.9 quarts (1 1.3 L

Section 7 Maintenance Schedule IMPORTANT- KEEP ENGINE OIL AT THE PROPER LEVEL AND CHANGE AS RECOMMENDED This section covers the maintenance requir

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

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

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

Maintenance Schedule 1 Long TripMighway Definition Follow this maintenance schedule only ir none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City Maintena

Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (1 66 000 km) should be performed after 100,000 mil

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

How the Air Bag System Works I Where is the air bag? The driver's air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel. A CAUTION: Don't p

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 1 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) (Continued) 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check cons

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 Emi

' Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 15,000 Miles '(25 000 km) (Continwkd). Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Ch

Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for

Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 24,000 Miles (40 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emis

30,000 Miles (50 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate the f

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 33,000 Miles (55 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emis

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

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I . .. I 42,000 Miles '(70 000 km) (Continued) 1 17 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as n

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 reli

When should an air bag inflate? The air bag is designed to inflate in moaerate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes. The air bag will inflate

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

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

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 1 54,000 Miles (90 000 km) (Continued) 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check co

Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule * 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) c3 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Em

.I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 63,000 Miles (105 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). A

Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 1 72,000 Miles (120 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). A

I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I 75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 17 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Em

0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.** 0 Rotate tires. See “

Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 81,000 Miles (135 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 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

Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 87,000 Miles (145 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emis

I Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 0 Replace fuel filter. 0 Replace air cleaner filter. An Emission Control Service. 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire

Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissi

Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 0 Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, wh

-a r Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule I The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be performed after 100,000

7,500 Miles (12 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. El Lubricate the fr

I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) 22,500 Miles (37 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whiche

0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking.** 0 Rotate tires. See “Tire In

30,000 Miles (50 000 km) (Continued) 0 For Two-Wheel-Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake reli

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

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

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

52,500 Miles (87 500 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. 0 Lubricate the

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 Tripmighway lvlalntenance xneaule 1 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 17 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An E

75,000 Miles (125 000 km) 0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Eunission Control Service. 0 Lubricate t

I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 1 0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals

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, w

I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule I 0 Check readfront axle fluid level ana aaa fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals fo

I, Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule 100,000 Miles (I66 000 km) (Continued) U 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

Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously

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

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

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 aut

Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which should be performed 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 Case (

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

USAGE Automatic Transmission Key Lock Cylinders -~ ~~~ Chassis Lubrication Front Wheel Bearin Differential, Front and Rear Axle FLUID/LUBRICANT DEXRON

USAGE Hood Latch Assembly Pivots, .Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Tailgate Mounted Spare Tire Cader (if equipped), Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points

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

Maintenance Record ODOMETER DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED SERVICED BY READING 7-57

Lap Belt If your vehicle has a front bench seat, someone can sit in the center position. When you sit in the center front seating position, you

I I Maintenance Record I ODOMETER I 1 I DATE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED SERVICED BY READING 7-58

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

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: Your name, address, home and b

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

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

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

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

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

1 Rear Seat Passengers I It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear 1 seat

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

Section 9 Index Accessory Power Outlet ... 2-59 Adding Sound Equipment ... 3-17 Add-on Equipment ...

Brakes ... Adjustment .. 6-30 Anti-Lock ... 4-6 Master Cylinder ...

Coolant ... 5- 1 1. 6-22 Courtesy Transportation ... 8-6 Cruise Control ...

Engine Oil ... 6-9 Adding 6-9 Additives .. ... 6-1 1 . . Checking ...

Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance ... 8-3 Heating ... 3-3 Highway Hypnosis ...

Loading Your Vehicle ... 4-44 Locking Rear Axle ... 2-2 1 Lockoutswitch ...

Paint Spotting. Chemical ... 6-55 Park c Automatic Transmission ... 2- 16 Shifting Into ...

. Safety <Belts ... ... 1-7 Adults ... 1-12 Cire ...

Tachometer ... 2-64 Taillamp Bulb Replacement ... 6-36 TapePlayerCare ...

2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. When the shoulder belt is pulle

Vehicle Dimensions ... 6-64 Vehicle Identification Number ... 6-57 Vehicle Loading ...

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

The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pe

To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults @-Door Models) Four-do

I. Pull the elastic cord out from between the edge of the seatback and the interior body to remove the guide from its storage clip. 2. Slid

3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top. 4. Buckle, positio

To remove and store the comfort guides, just perform Lap Belt ~ these steps in reverse order. Squeeze the belt edges When you sit in the center rear s

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

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

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 Mo

Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position Don’t use the front set of tie-do.wn brackets. Anchor the top strap to the rearma

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

Recreational Vehicle Towing (Except Four-wheel Drive with the Manual Transfer Case) Vehicles with two-wheel drive or the optional electronic s

Center Seat Positions (4-Door Models) Don't use child restraints in these positions. The restraints won't work properly. 6. To tigh

Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position \ You'll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier part about the top s

i b j 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of positioned so you

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

Larger Children Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle's safety belts. If you have the choice, a child s

;his. Here two children are wearing the same belt. The belt can’t properly spread the impact forces. In a crash; the two children can

A CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the

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 fasten,

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

Section 2 Features and Controls 1 I Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information on sta

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. This vehicle has one double-sided key for the ignition, endgate, spare tire lock (two-door vehicles) and door locks. side up. 1 It will f

Door Locks A CAUTION: -1 Unlocked doors can be c---,xous. Passengers -- especially children -- can easily open the doors and fall out. When

Power Door Locks (Option) r If your vehicle has power door locks, the switch is located on the armrest. Press LOCK to lock all I the doors

Keyless Entry System (Option) If your vehicle has this option, you can lock and unlock your doors or unlock your rear endgate from up to 30

Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle. If a

Endgate A CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the rear window or endgate open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into y

Endgate Release To open a mechanical lock system from the outside, insert the key in the lock and turn it counterclockwise to unlock the

Remote Endgate Release This button on the driver’s side of the steering column allows you to release the endgate from inside the vehicle. If you

Theft Parking at Night Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrent featur

’ , ‘J’ = New Vehicle “Break-In” i NOTICE: Your modern vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But it will perform better in the long ru

The 1996 Chevrolet Blazer Owner’s Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ... 1-1 This sectio

I. u. .NOTICE.: I Don’t operate accessories in the ACCESSORY positio; for long periods of time. Prolonged operation of accessories in the AC

Key Release Button The key cannot be removed from the ignition of manual transmission vehicles unless the key release button is used. To remove

Manual Transmission The ge ector should be in NEUTRAL (N). Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine. Your vehicle won’t start if the

Engine Coolant Heater (Option) In very cold weather, 0°F (- 1 8 O C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and

Automatic Transmission Operation Your automatic transmission may have a shift lever located on the console between the seats or on the steering c

Ensure the shift lever is fully in PARK (P) range before starting the engine. Your vehicle has a brake-transmission shift interlock. You have to f

AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE (0): This position is for normal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re: Going less than about 35 mph (56

Manual Transmission 5-Speed This is your shift pattern. Here’s how to operate your transmission: FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shif

To stop, let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal. Just before the vehicle stops, press the clutch pedal and the bra

If you skip more than onc ,ear when you downshift, you could lose control of your vehicle. And you could injure yourself or others. Do

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Manual Transfer Case If your four-wheel-drive vehicle has the manual transfer case, the transfer case shift lever is on the floor next to the dri

The front axle portion of the diagram on the indicator will light up when you shift into four-wheel drive. A slight delay between shifting and

To shift into or out of 4LO: 1. The vehicle must be moving less than 3 mph (4.8 kmrdh) with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N) for an automa

4LO: This setting also engages your front axle to give you extra traction. You may never need 4LO. It sends the maximum power to all four wheels. Y

Shifting from 4LO to 4HI To shift from 4LO to 4H1, your vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph (4.8 km/h) with the transmission in NEUTRA

Pull the BRAKE RELEASE lever. It is located on the bottom driver’s side of the instrument panel. Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic Transmission M

Column Shift Lever 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. like this: 2. Move the shift lever into P

Console Shift Lever 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) position set the parking brake.

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

Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission Models Only) Before you get out of your vehicle, turn off your engine, put your manual transmission

About Driving Your Vehicle As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an a

Engine Exhaust A CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It ‘contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you can’t see or smell. It can cause uncons

/I\ 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.

Lockout Switch Press the side of the switch with the down arrow to lower the window. Pres the side of the switch with the up arrow to

Swing-Out Wind'ows (2-Door Only) Tilt Wheel (Option) If you have the tilt steering wheel, you should adjust the steering wheel before 'you d

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

, As you signal a turn or a’lane change, if the arrows don’t flash but just stay on, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won’t see

Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by turning the band with the wiper symbol on it. For a single wiping cycle, turn the

Rear Window WasherNViper WASH REAR WIPER This switch is located on the instrument panel. The rear window wiper operates with a constant five sec

Cruise Control (Option) \ With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the acceler

Setting Cruise Control Resuming a Set Speed If you we your cruise control swil I on a !n you’re not using cruise, you might hit a button a