2003 GMC SAFARI Owner's Manual

Luggage Carrier
If you have a luggage carrier, you can load things on
top of your vehicle.
The luggage carrier has side rails and crossrails
attached to the roof to secure cargo.
Be sure the cargo is properly loaded. Follow these
guidelines:
•Carrying small, heavy loads on the roof is not
recommended.
•Tie the load to the side rails. Use the crossrails only
to keep the load from sliding.
•If you need to carry long items, tie the load to the
side rails. Also tie the load to the bumpers. Do
not tie the load so tightly that the crossrails or side
rails are damaged.
•After moving the crossrails, be sure to tighten all
the slider screws.
•For the purpose of wind noise reduction, locate the
front and rear crossrails in line with the two center
supports.Notice:Loading cargo that weighs more than 200
lbs. (91 kg) on the luggage carrier may damage your
vehicle. When you carry large things, never let
them hang over the rear or the sides of your vehicle.
Load your cargo so that it rests on the slats and
does not scratch or damage the vehicle. Put
the cargo against the side rails and fasten it
securely to the luggage carrier. Put the main weight
as far forward as you can.
Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when
loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle
capacity and loading, seeLoading Your Vehicle on
page 4-29.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you’re driving,
check now and then to make sure the luggage
carrier and cargo are still securely fastened.
Convenience Net
You may have a convenience net in the rear of your
vehicle to help keep small loads, like grocery bags, in
place during sharp turns or quick stops and starts.
The net is not designed for larger, heavier items.
You can unhook the net so that it will lieflat when you’re
not using it.
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✍NOTES
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Instrument Panel Overview...............................3-2
Hazard Warning Flashers................................3-4
Other Warning Devices...................................3-5
Horn .............................................................3-5
Tilt Wheel.....................................................3-5
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.........................3-6
Exterior Lamps.............................................3-12
Interior Lamps..............................................3-15
Accessory Power Outlets...............................3-16
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter........................3-17
Climate Controls............................................3-18
Climate Control System.................................3-18
Rear Heating System....................................3-19
Rear Air Conditioning System.........................3-20
Rear Climate Control System.........................3-21
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators.............3-23
Instrument Panel Cluster
................................3-24
Speedometer and Odometer
...........................3-25
Safety Belt Reminder Light
.............................3-25
Air Bag Readiness Light
................................3-26
Charging System Light
..................................3-27
Voltmeter Gage
............................................3-27
Brake System Warning Light
..........................3-28Anti-Lock Brake System
Warning Light...........................................3-29
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage..................3-29
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............................3-30
Oil Pressure Gage........................................3-33
Security Light...............................................3-34
Service All-Wheel Drive Light.........................3-34
Tow/Haul Mode Light....................................3-35
Check Gages Warning Light...........................3-35
Fuel Gage...................................................3-36
Low Fuel Warning Light.................................3-36
Audio System(s).............................................3-37
Setting the Time for Radios with
the Set Button..........................................3-37
Setting the Time for Radios with
HR and MN Buttons..................................3-37
AM-FM Radio...............................................3-38
Radio with CD..............................................3-40
Rear Seat Audio (RSA).................................3-45
Theft-Deterrent Feature..................................3-46
Understanding Radio Reception......................3-49
Care of Your CDs.........................................3-49
Care of Your CD Player................................3-49
Fixed Mast Antenna......................................3-49
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Instrument Panel Overview
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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. Climate 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
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Hazard Warning Flashers
Your hazard warning flashers let you warn others. They
also let police know you have a problem. Your front
and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off.The hazard warning flasher button is located on top of
the steering column.
Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what
position your key is in, and even if the key isn’t in.
Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal
lamps flash on and off. Press the button again to
turn the flashers off.
When the hazard warning flashers are on, your turn
signals won’t work.
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Other Warning Devices
If you carry reflective triangles, you can use them to
warn others. Set one up at the side of the road about
300 feet (100 m) behind your vehicle.
Horn
Press the horn symbol in the middle of the steering
wheel to sound the horn.
Tilt Wheel
A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering
wheel before you drive. You can also raise it to the
highest level to give your legs more room when you exit
and enter the vehicle.The lever that allows you to tilt the steering wheel is
located on the left side of the steering column.
To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the
lever. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable
level, then release the lever to lock the wheel in place.
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Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
The lever on the driver’s side of the steering column
includes the following:
•Turn and Lane Change Signals
•Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
•Flash-to-Pass
•Windshield Wipers
•Windshield Washer
•Cruise Control (Option)
For information on the exterior lamps, seeExterior
Lamps on page 3-12.
Turn and Lane Change Signals
The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two
downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you
to signal a turn or a lane change.
To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or
down. When the turn isfinished, the lever will return
automatically.
An arrow on the instrument
panel cluster willflash in
the direction of the
turn or lane change.
To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever
until the arrow starts toflash. Hold it there until you
complete your lane change. The lever will return by itself
when you release it.
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