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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 the low warning zone may occur when a large number of
electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left at an
idle for an extended period. This condition is normal since
the charging
system is not able to provide full power at engine idle.
As engine speeds are
increased, this condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow
the charging system to create maximum power.
You can only drive for
a short time with the reading in either warning zone.
If you must drive, turn
off all unnecessary accessories.
Readings in either warning zone indicate a possible problem in the electrical
system. Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible.
Luggage Carrier (Option)
If you have a luggage carrier, you can load things on top of your vehicle.
The luggage carrier
has slats, side rails and
cross rails attached to
the roof to secure
cargo. The moveable
tie downs, attached to
the side rails, should
be used to secure loads to the luggage
carrier.
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transporting sports equipment. These are available through your
GM dealer.
Remove the center
rubber strips
in the
cross rails and attach
the
GM accessory
rack to the nut plates
provided through the center slots (four per
cross rail).
The tap plates can be moved to accommodate various positioning by sliding
them inside the cross rail to the desired locations before mou\
nting the
accessory rack.
You can adjust the cross rails to handle different size loads. Just loosen the
slider knobs at each end of the cross rail and move them where you want
them. Make sure both sides of the cross rail are even, then tighten the slider
knobs.
Be sure the cargo is properly loaded.
Carrying small, heavy loads on the roof is not recommended.
0 Tie the load to the moveable tie down, (two per each side of the side
rails). Use the cross rails only to keep the load from sliding.
If you need to carry long items, move the cross rails as far apart as
possible. Tie the load to the moveable
tie downs provided in the side
rails. Also tie the load to the bumpers.
Do not tie the load so tightly that
the cross rails or side rails are damaged.
NOTICE:
Loading cargo that weighs more than 200 pounds (91 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. Put the main weight as far forward as you can.
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If you have a
two-door model, your
CHMSL will be
located on the roof. If
you have a four-door
model, your CHMSL
will be located on the
endgate glass.
There
are no replaceable bulbs in your CHMSL. You must replace the entire
unit. See your
GM dealer for a replacement CHMSL assembly.
Other Maintenance Items
Whdshield Wiper Blade Replacement
NOTICE:
Use care when removing or installing a blade assembly.
Accidental bumping can cause the arm to fall back and strike
the windshield.
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