
Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Section 2 Features and Controls
Here y~u can learn about the many standard and opti-onal features o.n your-vehide, and irkofmation on starting,,
shifting
and braking. Also explained are the instrument panel and, the warning systems that teil you if everything is
working properly -- and what to do if you have a problem.
Keys
Door L.ocks
Key1e.s~ Entry 'System- (If Equipped)
Tailgate
Theft
Ne.w Vihicle "Break-In"
Ignition Positions
S.tarting
You Engine
Engine Coolant Heater (Option)
htqmatic. Tr.ansmission Operation
Manual Trmsrnissio,n
Locking Rear Axle:
Four-wheel Drive (If Equipped)
Parking Brake.
Shi€ting
Into PARK (P) (Automatic
Transmission
Ma.dels Only)
2-32
2-52
2-33
2-3 3
2-34
2-35
2-3 7
2-37
2-43
2,-47
2-50
2-5 1
2-55
2-4-6;
Shifting Out of PARK (P)
(Auto'mmtic Transmission)
Parking
Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission
Models Only)
Parlung Qve.1- Things That Burn
.Engine
Exhaust
Running Your EQg-ine While YGu're Parked
(Automatic Transmission)
Windows
Ti it Wheel (If Equipped)
Turn Signal/Multi~~ncti-on- Lever
Exterior Lamps
'3 t-orage Compartments
Accessory
Power Outlets (If Equipped)
Tnstrument Panel
Warning
Lights; Gap .and Tndicatms
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Tailgate
You can 0pe.n the tailgate by pulling up un the handle
while pulling the tailgate down.
When you put the tailgate b.ack up, b.e sure it
latchgs securely.
Follow these steps if
you want to remove the tailgate:
1. Raise the tailggte slightly.
2. Remo-ve both retaining
cables.
To remove each
cable, turn it so the end
faces
the hnt. Then,
push forward so the
larger part of the hole' is
over the bolt.
Plrll the.
-end over the
6:olt.
3. With the tailgate halfway down, pull the tailgate
toward
you at the left- side and then move the tailgate
to the le€t to release the-right side.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine 4. Insrall a new bulb?
3. Remove. the bulb.
and tighten the screws.
If equipment--such as a cap or camper is installed on
your vehicle, a center high-mounted stoplamp feed wire
is provided along the driver's s.iid& rear fram-e. This wire
,-rshould be used to install a center high-mounted
'-stoplanip in the cap 'or c.mper;
Taillamps
1 .. Open the tailgate;
2. Re,move the-.screws fr~m
the lamp assembly nea
the tailgate latch..
3. Pull the assembly away from the pickup side. panel.
4. Turn the socket countexclockwise to remove it. Push
the tab. i-n while you turn the s,ocket.
5. Pull the bulb out.
,6. Push the new bulb into the socket-.
7. Put the scrcket into the assembly and.ttlrn the s:ocket
clockwk until it locks into-place-:
8. Rep1.ac-e-the assembly. Install and tighten the screws,
-9. Close the tailgate.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Wiper Blade Check
1ns.pect.wiper blades for wear: or cracking. Replace blade-
inSerts: that app-ear
worn or damaged or ihatstreak .OI-
miss areas ofthe windshield. Also. sec “Wiper Blades,
Cleaning” .in the Index.
At Least Four Times a Year
Manual Transn@gton Check
Check the transmissicm fluid level; add if needed. Se.G
“Ma~ual Tran$mis,sion” in the‘hdex.
Check for leaks.
A fluid bss may indicate a proble-IB. Have the system
inspected and repaiced if needed.
Automatic Transmission Ghe.ck
Check the transmis-sim fluid level; add if heeded. See
“Auto’matic Tfanslliissi6.n” in the Ifid~x. A fluid loss
may indicate a problem. Check the system .and repiair
if needed.
Hydraulic Clutch System Check
Cheekthe fluid level in the clutch res-ervoir. See-
“Hydraulic Clutch Fluid” in the Index. A fluid 10s ill
this system could indicate a problem. Have the system
insgected and repaired at o.nce.
Tailgate Lubrication Service
Lubricate ,-tailgate latch bolt, hand1.e assembly pivot
points, and hinges with lubricant recommended in
Part
D.
A-t Least Once a Year
Key Lock Cylinders Service
Lubricate the key lock cylinders with the lubricant
specifi-ed
in Bart D.
Body Lubrication S:ervice
Lubricate all body door arid fuel door hring-es, latches
and locks including the glove
box, consde Qoors-an.d the
body
hood, and any moving seat hardware. Lubricate
the- hod safety lever pivot and prop rad pivot. Part D
tells
you what use. More frequent lubrication may be:
requirkd when exposed to a corrosive endironmeat.

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine USAGE
Hood Latch
Assembly,
Pivots, Spring
Anchor and
Release Pawl
Tailgate Handle
Pivot Points,
Hinges, Latch
Bolt and Linkage
€hod and
Door Hinges
FLUIDLUBRICANT
Lubriplate lubricant aerosol
(GM Part No. 12346293 or
equivalent) or lubricant meeting
requirements
of-NLGI ## 2,
Category
LB or GC-LB.
MU~~~-€‘U~POS~ lubricant, SU~~~UIX’
(GM PartNo. l2346241
or equivalent).
Multi-Purpose lubricant, Superlube’
(GM Part No. 12346241
.or equivalent).
USAGE ~~~~
Weatherstrip
Conditioning
~~~~~
Weatherstrip
Squeaks
FLUIDLUBRICANT I
Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM
Part No. 12345579 or equivalent).
Midti-purpose lubricant, Superlube@
(GM Part No. 12346241
or equivdent).
See “Replacement
Parts” -in the Index for recmmnmended
replacement filters, valves
and spark plugs.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Service Work. Doing Your Own .................... 6-2
SheetMetaJDamage
................... i........ 6-59
Shift Light
............................... 2-21’2-63
Shifting
....................................... 2-17
IntoPark .................................... 2-29
Out of Park .................................. 2-32
Side Access Panel
............................... 2-5
Signaling Turns
................................ 2-38 .
SIR .......................................... 1-19
Skidding ...................................... 4-13
Sliding Rear Windows ........................... 2-36
SpareTire ..................................... 5-25
Specifications and Capacities
.................. 6-68, 6-69
Speech Impaired, Customer Assistance
............... 8-4
Stains, Cleaning ................................ 6-55
Starter Switch Check
............................ 7-56
Starting Your Engine
............................ 2- I3
Steam
........................................ 5-12
Steering Speedometer
................................... 2-54
Colizi~~~ Pirk Lock Check
...................... 7-57
In Emergencies ............................... 4- 10
Power ....................................... 4-9
Steering Wheel, Tilt ............................. 2-37
Storage Compartments
........................... 2-47
Storage,.Vehicle
................................ 6-35
Stuck: In Sand,
Mud, Ice or Snow .................. 5-36
SunVisors .................................... 2-49
Supplemental Inflatable Restraint
.................. 1 - 19
Symbols, Vehicle .................................. v
Tachometer .................................. 2-54
Tailgate
........................................ 2-9
Lubrication Service
........................... 7-55
Taillamp
Bulb Replacement ....................... 6-40
Tape Player Care .......................... 3.20. 7.54
Theft
......................................... 2-10
Thermostat
.................................... 6-28
Third Gear.
Manual Transmission .................. 2-20
Tilt Steering Wheel ............................. 2-37
Time. Setting
................................... 3-6
Tire Chains ................................... -5-52
Tires Alignment and Balance
......................... 6-50
Buying
New ... : ............................. 6-48
ChangingaFlat
.............................. 5-23
Cleaning
.................................... 6-59
Inflation
.................................... 6-45
Inflation Check
............................... 7-54
Inspection
and Rotation ........................ 6-46
Pressure
.................................... 6-45
Spare
...................................... 5-25
Temperatme ................................. 6-50
Traction .................................... 6-49
Treadwear
..................................... 6-49
Uniform Quality Grading
........................ 6-49
Wear Indicators
.............................. 6-47
Wheel Replacement ........................... 6-50
When It’s Time for New ....................... 6-47
Topstrap
..................................... 1-30
THEFTLOCK TM ............................... 3-17
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