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2-74 Fuel Gage
United States Canada
Your fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have
left. When the indicator nears empty, the CHECK
GAGES light will come on. You still have about
1.5 gallons (5.7 L) of fuel left, but you should get more
soon. See ªCheck Gages Lightº earlier in this section for
more information.Here are four things that some owners ask about. None
of these show a problem with your fuel gage:
At the service station, the gas pump shuts off before
the gage reads full.
It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up that the
gage indicated. For example, the gage may have
indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a
little more or less than half the tank's capacity to fill
the tank.
The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or
speed up.
The gage doesn't go back to empty when you turn
off the ignition.
For your fuel tank capacity, see ªCapacities and
Specificationsº in the Index.
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In Canada, look for
the ªAuto Makers'
Choiceº label on
the pump.
Canada OnlyCalifornia Fuel
If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emission
Standards (see the underhood emission control label), it
is designed to operate on fuels that meet California
specifications. If this fuel is not available in states
adopting California emissions standards, your vehicle
will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal
specifications, but emission control system performance
may be affected. The malfunction indicator lamp may
turn on (see ªMalfunction Indicator Lampº in the Index)
and your vehicle may fail a smog
-check test. If this
occurs, return to your authorized GM dealer for
diagnosis. If it is determined that the condition is caused
by the type of fuel used, repairs may not be covered by
your warranty.
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When you put the fuel 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 ªMalfunction Indicator Lampº in
the Index.
NOTICE:
If you need a new fuel 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 may damage your fuel tank and
emissions system. See ªMalfunction Indicator
Lampº in the Index.
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
CAUTION:
Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in
your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the
container can ignite the gasoline vapor. You can
be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this
occurs. To help avoid injury to you and others:
Dispense gasoline only into
approved containers.
Do not fill a container while it is inside a
vehicle, in a vehicle's trunk, pickup bed or
on any surface other than the ground.
Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the
inside of the fill opening before operating
the nozzle. Contact should be maintained
until the filling is complete.
Don't smoke while pumping gasoline.
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Fuse Usage
TURN
-B/U Turn Signals, Back-Up Lamps
ERLS Engine Relays
BCM/CLU Body Control Module, Instrument
Panel Cluster
PCM Powertrain Control ModuleFuse Usage
IGN MDL Ignition Module
F/P
-INJ Fuel Pump, Fuel Injectors
AIR BG Air Bag
CRUISE Cruise Control Module/Switch
ABS Anti
-Lock Brake (Ignition)
APO Accessory Power Outlet
RFA BATT Remote Keyless Entry System
MIR/DLC Power Mirror/Diagnostic Link
Connector
LT HDLP Left Headlamp
RDO/INTLP Radio, Interior Lamps
RT HDLP Right Headlamp
CLSTR Instrument Panel Cluster
EXT LP Exterior Lamps
CIG Cigarette Lighter
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Engine Compartment Fuse Block
The engine compartment fuse block is located on the
driver's side of the vehicle. Lift off the cover to check
the fuses. See ªEngine Compartment Overviewº in the
Index for more information on location.Fuse Usage
IGN Ignition Switch Circuits
BATT 1 Exterior Lamps, Power Outlet,
Horn, Audio Amplifier
BATT 2 Rear Defogger, Starter, Power
Locks, Stoplamps
ABS Anti
-Lock Brake System
COOLING FAN Engine Cooling Fan
PCM/HVAC Powertrain Control Module,
Heater and A/C Blower
CRNK Starter
BLO Heater and A/C Blower
PCM Powertrain Control Module
A/C A/C Compressor
A/C A/C Compressor
FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump
CRNK Starter
COOLING FAN Engine Cooling Fan
HEATER
BLOWERHeater and A/C Blower