2002 GMC SAFARI hood release

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The main components of your instrument panel are the following:
A. Exterior Lamp Control
B. Instrument Panel Brightness Thumbwheel
C. Multifunction Lever
D. Hazard Warning Flasher Button
E. Transmission Shift Lever
F. Ignition Switch
G. Rear Defogger Button (Option)
H. Comfort Controls
I. Rear A/C Control (Option)
J. Rear Heater Control (Option)K. Rear Washer/Wiper Switch (Option)
L. Front Ashtray
M. Dome Override Button
N. Hood Release
O. Cigarette Lighter
P. Audio System
Q. Front Storage Compartment
R. Cupholders/Storage Tray
S. Accessory Power Outlets

6-9 Hood Release
To open the hood, do the following:
1. Pull the handle located inside the vehicle on the
lower driver's side of the kick panel.
2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and release the
secondary hood release.

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3. Lift the hood, release the hood prop from its retainer
and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood.Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are
on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the
hood prop and remove the hood prop from the slot in
the hood.
Return the prop to
its retainer.
Then just pull the hood down and close it firmly.

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Wiper Blade Check
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 ªWiper Blades,
Cleaningº in the Index.
Spare Tire Check
At least twice a year, after the monthly inflation check
of the spare tire determines that the spare is inflated to
the correct tire inflation pressure, make sure that the
spare tire is stored securely. Push, pull, and then try to
rotate or turn the tire. If it moves, use the wheel wrench
to tighten the cable. See ªStoring the Spare Tire and
Toolsº in the Index.
Weatherstrip Lubrication
Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply
silicone grease with a clean cloth. During very cold,
damp weather more frequent application may be
required. See ªRecommended Fluids and Lubricantsº
in the Index.Automatic Transmission Check
Check the transmission fluid level; add if needed.
See ªAutomatic Transmission Fluidº in the Index.
A fluid loss may indicate a problem. Check the
system and repair if needed.
At Least Once a Year
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 and rear compartment hinges, latches and
locks inluding interior glove box and console doors,
hood latch assembly, secondary latch, pivots, spring
anchor, release pawl 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.

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USAGEFLUID/LUBRICANT
Chassis
LubricationChassis Lubricant (GM Part
No. 12377985 or equivalent)
or lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGI # 2, Category LB
or GC
-LB.
Front
Wheel BearingsWheel bearing lubricant meeting
requirements of NLGI # 2,
Category GC or GC
-LB (GM
Part No. 1051344 or equivalent).
Front AxleSAE 80W-90 Axle Lubricant
(GM Part No. 1052271
or equivalent).
Rear AxleSAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle
Lubricant (GM Part No. 12378261)
or equivalent meeting GM
Specification 9986115.
USAGEFLUID/LUBRICANT
Transfer CaseAUTO-TRAK II Fluid
(GM Part No. 12378508).
Hood Latch
Assembly,
Secondary Latch,
Pivots, Spring
Anchor and
Release PawlLubriplate
Lubricant Aerosol
(GM Part No. 12346293 or
equivalent) or lubricant meeting
requirements of NLGI # 2,
Category LB or GC
-LB.
Hood and
Door HingesMulti-Purpose Lubricant,
Superlube
(GM Part
No. 12346241 or equivalent).
Weatherstrip
ConditioningDielectric Silicone Grease
(GM Part No. 12345579
or equivalent).