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Cleaning Leather
Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or
saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth. Then, let the
leather dry naturally. Do not use heat
to dry.
For stubborn stains, use a leather cleaner. See your
retailer for this product.
0 Never- use oils, varnishes, solvent-based or abrasive
cleaners, furniture polish or shoe polish on leather.
Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned
immediate,ly.
If dirt is allowed to work into the
finish,
it can harm the leather.
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel
Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces
of
the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or
waxes may cause annoying reflections
in the windshield
and even make it difficult to see through the windshield
under certain conditions.
Care of Safety Belts
Keep belts clean and dry.
Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it
may severely weaken them.
In a crash, they
might not be able to provide adequate protection.
Clean safety belts only with mild soap and
lukewarm water.
Glass
Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner (GM
Part No. 1050427) or a liquid household glass cleaner
will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on
interior glass.
Don't use abrasive cleaners
on glass, because they may
cause scratches. Avoid placing decals on the inside rear
window, since they may have
to be scraped off later. If
abrasive cleaners are used on the inside of the rear
window, an electric defogger element may be damaged.
Any temporary license should not be attached across the
defogger grid.
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Maintenance Schedule
I Short TriplCity Definition I
Follow the Short Trip/City Maintenance Schedule if any
one of these conditions
is true for your vehicle:
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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).
You operate your vehicle in dusty areas or
off-road frequently.
You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top of
your vehicle.
If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi
or other commercial application.
One
of the reasons you should follow this schedule if
you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions
is that these conditions cause engine oil to break
down soonez
Short TripKity Intervals
Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change (or
3 months, whichever occurs first). Chassis
Lubrication (or
3 months, whichever occurs first). Drive
Axle Service (or
3 months, whichever occurs first).
Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Tire Rotation.
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter
Inspection, if driving in dusty conditions.
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Air Cleaner Filter
Replacement. Fuel Filter Replacement.
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic
Transmission Service (severe conditions only).
Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory
Drive Belt Inspection. Fuel
Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection.
Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire
Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Positive
Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Inspection.
Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System
Service (or every
60 months, whichever occurs first).
These intervals only sunzmarize maintenance services.
Be sure
to follow the complete maintenance schedule on
the following pages.
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Maintenance Schedule
Long Tripmighway Definition - -
Follow this maintenance schedule only if none of the
conditions from the Short TripKity Maintenance
Schedule is true.
Do not use this schedule if the vehicle
is used for trailer towing, driven
in a dusty area or used
off paved roads. Use the Short Trip/City schedule for
these conditions.
Driving
CI vehicle with c~~fidly cuarlned engine under
Iliglzwny conditions
causes engine oil to br-ecrk
down slovver:
vong Trip/Highway Intervals
Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first).
Chassis Lubrication (or every
12 months, whichever
occurs first). Drive Axle Service. Tire Rotation.
Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Fuel Filter
Replacement. Air Cleaner Filter Replacement.
Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic
Transmission Service (severe conditions only).
Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine
Accessory Drive Belt Inspection. Fuel Tank,
Cap and Lines Inspection.
Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire
Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Positive
Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Inspection.
Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System
Service (or every
60 months, whichever occurs first).
These interwls odv s~.mmar-ize nminteneu?ce services.
Be ,wre to~follorv the c.ompletr rmintenclnce .schd~tle OR
the*fi)llmving pages.
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I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I
57,000 Miles (95 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote
#.)
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add
fluid as needed. Check constant velocity
joints and axle seals for leaking.
(See footnote
** .)
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY.
60,000 Miles (100 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every
3 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote
#.)
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and
axle seals for leaking. (See footnote
**.)
0 Inspect engine accessory drive belt.
0 Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote?.)
DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY.
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60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued)
0 Inspect engine accessory drive belt.
0 Replace fuel filter. An Emissim Comd Scrlliw.
0 Replace air cleaner filter.
AI? Emission Cor~trol Service.
0 Inspect fuel tank, cap and lines for damage
or leaks. Inspect fuel cap gasket for any
damage. Replace parts as needed.
An Ev~i.s.sior~ Cont~-ol Servic‘t‘. (See footnote?.)
(See footnote?.)
DATE SERVICED BY: ACTUAL MILEAGE
67,500 Miles (112 500 km)
0 Change engine
oil and filter (or ev i
0 Lubricate chassis components (or every
12 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote
#.)
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid
as needed. Check constant velocity joints and
axle seals for leaking. (See footnote
‘I”!)
0 Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection and
Rotation“
in the Index for proper rotation
pattern and additional information.
(See footnote
+.)
DATE SERVICED BY. ACTUAL MILEAGI
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At Least Twice a Year At Least Once a Year
Restraint System Check
Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your
belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are
working properly.
Look for any other loose or damaged
safety belt system parts.
If you see anything that might
keep a safety belt system from doing its job, have
it
repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts replaced.
Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings,
and have them repaired or replaced. (The
air bag system
does not need regular maintenance.)
Wiper Blade Check Key Lock Cylinders Service
Lubricate the
key lock cylinders with the lubricant
specified in Part
D.
Body Lubrication Service
Lubricate all body door hinges, the body hood, fuel door
hinges, endgate hinges, latches and locks and
any
moving seat hardware. Lubricate the hood safety lever
pivot and prop rod pivot. Part
D tells you what to use.
More frequent lubrication may be required when
exposed to a corrosive environment.
Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace blade
inserts that appear worn
or damaged or that streak or
miss areas of the windshield.
Also see “Wiper Blades,
Cleaning”
in the Index.
Automatic Transmission Check
Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed. See
“Automatic Transmission”
in the Index. A fluid loss
may indicate
a problem. Check the system and repair
if needed.
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GloveBox .................................... 2-35
Gross Axle Weight Rating
........................ 4-42
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
...................... 4-42
GVWR
....................................... 4-42
Halogen Bulbs
................................ 6-30
Hazard Warning Flashers
.......................... 5-2
Head Restraints
................................. 1-5
Headlarnps .................................... 2-31
Bulb Replacement
............................ 6-30
Highkow Beam Changer
...................... 2-26
On Reminder
................................ 2-32
Wiring
..................................... 6-54
Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance
.............. 8-4
Heating
........................................ 3-3
Highway Hypnosis
.............................. 4-36
Hill and Mountain Roads
......................... 4-36
Hitches. Trailer
................................. 4-47
Horn ......................................... 2-24
Hydroplaning
................................ 4-32
Hood
.......................................... 6-6
Ignition
Positions .............................. 2- I 2
Inflation. Tire
............................. 6-37. 7-39
Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror
................. 2-34
Inspections Brake System
.................... ......... 7-44 Drive Axle
.................................. 7-44
Exhaust Systems
............................. 7-43
Front Drive Axle Boot
......................... 7-43
Radiator and Heater Hose
...................... 7-43
Steering
.................................... 7-43
Suspension
.................................. 7-43
Throttle Linkage
.............................. 7-44
Transfer Case
................................ 7-44
Instrument Panel
............................... 2-48
Cleaning .................................... 6-47
Cluster
..................................... 2-50
FuseBlock
.................................. 6-55
Interior Lamps ................................. 2-33
Jacking Equipment
............................. 5-22
Jump Starting
................................... 5-3
Keyless Entry System
........................... 2-6
Keys
.......................................... 2-2
Labels Certification/Tire
............................. 4-42
Fuse ....................................... 6-56
Safety Belt
.................................. 1-45
Service Parts Identification
..................... 6-53
Vehicle Identification Number
................... 6-53
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Lamps ........................................ 2- 31
Dome ...................................... 2-34
Front Reading
........................... 2-33, 2-36
Interior
..................................... 2-33
OnReminder
................................ 2-32
Leaving Your Vehicle
............................. 2-5
Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running
....... 2-20
Liftgate
........................................ 2-8
Manual Release
............................... 2-9
Remote Release
.............................. 2-10
Lighter
....................................... 2-42
Lights
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning
............ 2-56, 4-7
Brake System Warning
......................... 2-55
Check Gages
................................. 2-60
Charging
System
............................. 2-53
Daytime Running Lamps Indicator
............... 2-60
Safety Belt Reminder
...................... 1-6, 2-52
Service Engine Soon
.......................... 2-57
Loading Your Vehicle
........................... 4-42
Locking Rear Axle
.............................. 2-18
LockoutSwitch
................................ 2-24
Locks Door
........................................ 2-4
PowerDoor
.................................. 2-5
Key Lock Cylinder
Service
..................... 7-40
Rear Door Security
............................. 2-5
Steering Column Park Lock Check ............... 7-42
Loss of Control ................................ 4-14
Lubricants and Fluids
....................... 6.61. 7.45
Lubrication Service. Body
........................ 7-40
Luggagecarrier
................................ 2-41
Lumbar Controls
................................ 1-3
Maintenance Record
........................... 7-47
Maintenance Schedule
............................ 7-1
Long Trip/Highway ....................... 7.6. 7.28
Owner Checks and Services
..................... 7-39
Periodic Maintenance Inspections
................ 7-43
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
............. 7-45
Scheduled Maintenance Services
.................. 7-4
Short Trip/City
............................ 7.5. 7.7
Maintenance. Underbody
.................... 6-5 1. 7.42
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
................. 4-52
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
...................... 2-57
Manual Passenger’s Seat
.......................... 1-2
Inside Daymight Rearview
..................... 2-34
Outside
..................................... 2-34
Visor Vanity
................................. 2-43
ModeButton
.................................. 2-37
Model Reference
................................. vi
Mountain Roads
................................ 4-36
Multifunction Lever
............................. 2-25
Methanol
...................................... 6-4
Mirrors
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