1994 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN Owners Manual

Oil Pressure Gage
Standard Cluster -Gas Standard Cluster -Diesel
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Tachometer Cluster -Gas Tachometer Cluster -Diesel
The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per
square inch) when the engine is running. Canadian vehicles indicate
pressure in
kPa (kilopascals). Oil pressure may vary with engine speed,
outside temperature and oil viscosity,
but readings above the low pressure
zone indicate the normal operating range.
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Headlight High Beam Indicator Light
The blue Headlight
High Beam Indicator
light
is located near
the middle left edge of
the instrument cluster.
The high beam indicator
is on whenever you use your high beam headlights.
For more details about high beams, see “Headlight High-Low Beam”
earlier
in this section.
Turn Signal and Lane Change lndicator Lights
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The greenTurn Signal
and Lane Change
Indicator lights are
located at the middle
left and right edges
of
the instrument cluster.
The signal indicator will come
on whenever you signal a turn or lane
change. See “Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator” earlier
in this section.
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Gages
Fuel Gage
Standard Cluster -Gas Standard Cluster -Diesel
Tachometer Cluster -Gas Tachometer Cluster -Diesel
The fuel gage, when the ignition is on, tells you about how much fuel you
have left in your tank. The gage will first indicate empty before you are out
of fuel, and you should get more fuel as soon as possible.
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A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil
level or other problem causing low oil pressure. Check your oil as soon as
possible.
I NOTICE:
Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be
costly and
is not covered by your warranty.
Voltmeter
Standard Cluster Tachometer Cluster
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When your engine is not running, but the ignition is on (in the RUN
Position), this gage shows your battery’s state of charge in DC volts. When
the engine is running, the gage shows the condition
of the charging system.
Readings between the
low and high warning zones indicate the normal
operating range.
Readings
in either warning zone indicate a possible problem in the electrical
system.
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You can only drive for a short time with the reading in either warning zone.
If you must drive, turn off all unnecessary accessories, and have the vehicle
serviced as soon as possible.
Center High Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL)
If items are loaded on the roof of the vehicle, as in a luggage carrier, care
should be taken not to block or damage the CHMSL unit.
Convenience Net
If you have a convenience net, it is stored in a pouch attached to the spare
tire.
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Luggage Carrier (Option)
The luggage carrier has slats and side rails attached to the roof, and cross
rails which can be moved fore and aft in the side rails to help secure cargo.
Tie the load
to the side rails or side rail supports. Use the cross rails mostly
for fore and aft stops.
NOTICE:
Loading cargo that weighs more than 200 pounds (90.6 kg) on
the luggage carrier may damage your vehicle. When you carry
large things, never let them hang over the rear or the sides of
your vehicle. Load your cargo
so that it rests on the slats and
does not scratch or damage the vehicle. Put the cargo against the
side rails and fasten
it securely to the luggage carrier.
Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle. For
more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see “Loading Your
Vehicle” in the Index.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you’re driving, check now and then to
make sure the luggage carrier and cargo are still securely fastened.
Be sure the cargo is properly loaded.
0 If small heavy objects are placed on the roof, place the load in the area
over the rear wheels (behind the rear side door
on wagon models). If
you need to, cut a piece of 3/8 inch plywood to fit inside the cross rails
and side rails to spread the load.
If plywood is used, tie it to the side rail
supports.
0 Tie the load to the cross rails or the side rail supports. Use the cross
rails only
to keep the load from sliding.
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If you need to carry long items, move the cross rails as far apart as they
will go. Tie the load to the cross rails and the side rails or side rail
supports. Also tie
the load to the bumpers. Do not tie the load so tightly
that the cross rails or side rails are damaged.
After moving the cross rails, be sure to tighten all the slider screws.
Trailer Wiring Harness (Option)
An optional 7-wire
harness
is stored under
your vehicle along the
rear frame
crossmember. The
harness has a
30 amp.
in-line fused battery
feed wire and no
connector, and should
be wired by a
qualified electrical
technician.
Securely attach the harness
to the trailer, then tape or strap it to your
vehicle’s frame rail. Be sure
you leave it loose enough so the wiring won‘t
bind or break when turning with the trailer, but
not so loose that it drags on
the ground.
Store the harness in its original position. Wrap the harness together and tie it
neatly so it won’t be damaged.
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Step-Bumper Pad
If your vehicle has a rear step bumper, it may be equipped with a rear step
pad at the center
of the bumper. Use this pad to improve footing when you
are stepping
on the bumper step.
If you will be using
the bumper to tow a
trailer, you must
remove the center
cutout circle to install
the trailer ball.
You
must also remove both
outer cutouts to attach
the trailer safety
chains.
To remove the pad, lift
the edge
of the pad
from the rear
of the
bumper and swing it
forward. When
the
pad releases from the
pad off.
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p.'; 2&& bumper holes, lift the
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