1997 GMC JIMMY lock

10. Use the wrench to tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a
crisscross sequence
as shown.
9. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle
counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely.
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Follow this diagram to store the llnderbody-mounted spare.
A. Retainer
B. Valve Stem
(Pointed
Down)
C. Spare 01- Flat Tire
D. Spring
E. Wheel Wrench
F. Lower
G. Raise
H. Hoist
Arm
1. Put the tire on the gro~~nd at the rear of the vehicle,
with the valve stem pointed down and to the rear.
2. Pull the retainer t11ro~1sh the wheel.
3. Put the chisel end of the wheel wrench, on an angle,
through
the hole in the rear bllmper and into the hoist
shaft. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise until the tire
is raised against the underside
of the vehicle.
You will hear two "clicks" when the tire is secure.
but p~111 on the tire to make SLII-e.
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Follow this diagram for the inside-mounted spare.
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A. Spare or Flat Tire
B. Retainer (Two-Wheel Drive)
C. Nut
D. Retainer (Four-Wheel DI-~LT)
E. Wheel Can-ier
E Hook
A. Wheel Carrier
C.
Wheel Nut and Locking Nut Cylinder
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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 cover.
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A. Retainer E Wheel Blocks
B. Rubber Band
G. Hub Cap Removal
(Some Models) Tool (Some Models)
C. Work Gloves
H. Wheel Wrench
D. Mat I. Jack
E. Jack Storage Cover J. Jacking Instructions
Make sure the tire and carrier are secure.
Driving with the tire or carrier unlatched could
injure pedestrians or damage the vehicle.
Compact Spare Tire (If Equipped)
Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when
your vehicle was new, it can lose air after a time. Check
the inflation pressure regularly. It should be
60 psi
(420 Wa).
After installing the compact spare on your vehicle,
you should stop as soon as possible and make sure
your spare tire is correctly inflated. The compact
spare is made to perform well at speeds up to
65 mph
(105 km/h) for distances up to 3,000 miles (5 000 km),
so you can finish your trip and have your full-size tire
repaired or replaced where
you want. Of course, it’s best
to replace your spare with a full-size tire as
soon as you
can. Your spare will last longer and be in good shape in
case you need it again.
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Filling Your Tank
The fuel cap is behind
a hinged door on the
driver’s side
of
your vehicle.
Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns violently, and that can cause very bad injuries.
Don’t smoke if you’re near gasoline or refueling
your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking
materials away from gasoline.
To take off the cap, turn
it slowly to the left
(counterclockwise). The
cap has a spring in it: if
you let go of the cap
too soon, it will spring
back to the right.
A CAUTION:
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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
fuel filler cap too quickly. This spray can happen
if your tank
is nearly full, and is more likely in
hot weather. Open the fuel filler cap slowly and
wait for any “hiss” noise to stop. Then unscrew
the cap
all the way.
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Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from
painted surfaces as soon as possible. See “Cleaning the
Outside of Your Vehicle” in the Index.
When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right
(clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure
you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can
determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly
installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the
atmosphere. See “Malfunction Indicator Lamp’’ in
the Index.
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NOTICE:
If you need a new cap, be sure to get the right
type. Your dealer can get one for you.
If you get
the wrong type, it may not fit properly. This may
cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light
and your fuel tank and emissions system may be
damaged. See “Malfunction Indicator Lamp” in
the Index.
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 panel.
Then go to the front of
the vehicle and release the
secondary hood release.
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Engine Oil Additives
Don't add anything to your oil. YOLK GM dealer is ready
to advise
if you think something should be added.
When to Change Engine Oil
If any one of these is true for you. LIS~ the short trip/city
. maintenxm schedule:
Most trips are less than 5 to 10 miles (8 to 16 km).
This is particularly important when outside
temperatures are below freezing.
Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent
driving
in stop-and-go traffic).
0 You operate your vehicle in dusty areas or
off-road frequently.
YOLI frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of
your vehicle.
The vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi
or other commercial application. Driving under
these conditions causes engine oil to
break
down sooner. If any one of these is true for your
vehicle. then you need to change your
oil and filter
every
3.000 miles (5 000 km) or 3 months -- whichever
occurs first.
Remote Oil Filter (Four-wheel Drive)
The ;1ccess door for the remote oil filter is in the steering
linkage shicld
assembly located under the radiator
support. Twist the
screw to unlock or lock the door.
Make sure
if you open the door, it is securely closed
when you are finished.
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3. Check both sides of the dipstick. and read the lower
level.
The fluid level must be in the COLD area for a
cold check or in the HOT area or cross-hatched area
for a hot check.
4. If the fluid level is in the acceptable range. push the
dipstick back
in all the way: then flip the handle
down to lock the dipstick in place.
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 Index.
Add fluid
only after checking the transmission fluid
HOT. (A COLD check is used only as a reference.) If
the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper
tluid
to bring the 1wel up to the HOT area for a hot
check.
It doesn't take much fluid. generally less than
one pint (0.5 L). Ih f o\*erfi//.
NOTICE:
We recomnlend you use only fluid labeled
DEXRON@-III, because fluid with that label is
made especially for your automatic transmission.
Damage caused
by fluid other than DEXRON-111
is not covered by your new vehicle warranty.
After adding fluid, recheck the fluid level as
described under "How to Check."
When the correct fluid level is obtained. push the
dipstick back
in all the way; then flip the handle
down
to lock the dipstick in place.
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