2003 GMC SAVANA seats

Seat Position Sensors
Vehicles with dual stage air bags are also equipped with
special sensors which enable the sensing system to
monitor the position of both the driver and passenger
front seats. The seat position sensors provide
information which is used to determine if the air bags
should deploy at a reduced level or at full depoyment.
Air Bag Systems
In any particular crash, no one can say whether an air
bag should have inflated simply because of the damage
to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were.
Inflation is determined by the angle of the impact
and how quickly the vehicle slows down in front or
near-frontal impacts.
What Makes an Air Bag Inflate?
In an impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensing
system detects that the vehicle is in a crash. The sensing
system triggers a release of gas from the inflator, which
inflates the air bag. The inflator, air bag, and related
hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the
steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the
right front passenger.
HowDoes an Air Bag Restrain?
In moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal collisions,
even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel
or the instrument panel. Air bags supplement the
protection provided by safety belts. Air bags distribute
the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant’s
upper body, stopping the occupant more gradually.
But air bags would not help you in many types of
collisions, including rollovers, rear impacts and many
side impacts, primarily because an occupant’s motion is
not toward those air bags. Air bags should never be
regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety
belts, and then only in moderate to severe frontal or
near-frontal collisions.
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Directing the Airflow
Turn the center knob clockwise or counterclockwise
to change the direction of the airflow in the
rear-seating area.
To change the current mode, select one of the following:
D(Vent):Use this mode to direct air to the upper
outlets, with a little air directed to thefloor outlets.
2(Floor):Use this mode to direct most of the air to
thefloor outlets.
Selecting the Fan Speed
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(Fan):Turn the left knob clockwise or
counterclockwise to HIGH, MED (Medium) or LOW to
increase or decrease the fan speed in the rear-seating
area. Turn the knob to OFF to turn off the fan.
Setting the Temperature
To increase or decrease the temperature for the rear
of the vehicle, use the right knob located on the
climate-control panel.
The air-conditioning system on the main climate-control
panel must be turned on to direct cooled air to the rear of
the vehicle. If it is not on, then the temperature in the rear
of the vehicle will remain at cabin temperature.
Be sure to keep the area under the front seats clear of
any objects so that the air inside of your vehicle can
circulate effectively.
For information on how to use the main climate-control
system, seeClimate Control System on page 3-17
listed previously in this section. For information
on ventilation, see“Outlet Adjustment”listed later
in this section.
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Rear Window Defogger
Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or
off. Be sure to clear as much snow from the window
as possible.
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to
remove fog or frost from the rear window and will only
work when the ignition is RUN.
The rear window defogger will turn off several minutes
after the button is pressed. If turned on again, the
defogger will run for several more minutes before turning
off. The defogger can also be turned off by pressing
the button again or by turning off the engine.
Notice:Don’t use a razor blade or something else
sharp on the inside of the rear window. If you
do, you could cut or damage the defogger and the
repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Do not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape,
a decal or anything similar to the defogger grid.
Outlet Adjustment
Use the outlets located
near the center and on the
sides of the instrument
panel to change the
direction of airflow.
Operation Tips
•Clear away any ice, snow or leaves from the air
inlets at the base of the windshield that may
block theflow of air into your vehicle.
•Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors may
adversely affect the performance of the system.
•Keep the path under the front seats clear of objects
to help circulate the air inside of your vehicle more
effectively.
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The Certication/Tire label also tells you the maximum
weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle
Weight Rating (GAWR). Tond out the actual loads on
your front and rear axles, you need to go to a weigh
station and weigh your vehicle. Your dealer can help you
with this. Be sure to spread out your load equally on
both sides of the centerline.
Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or the
GAWR for either the front or rear axle.
And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spread
it out.
{CAUTION:
Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the
GVWR, or either the maximum front or rear
GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can
break, and it can change the way your vehicle
handles. These could cause you to lose
control and crash. Also, overloading can
shorten the life of your vehicle.
{CAUTION:
Things you put inside your vehicle can strike
and injure people in a sudden stop or turn,
or in a crash.
•Put things in the cargo area of your
vehicle. Try to spread the weight evenly.
•Never stack heavier things, like suitcases,
inside the vehicle so that some of them
are above the tops of the seats.
•Don’t leave an unsecured child restraint
in your vehicle.
•When you carry something inside the
vehicle, secure it whenever you can.
•Don’t leave a seat folded down unless
you need to.
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Manual Seats................................................... 1-2
Manual Windows............................................2-17
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle................. 2-6
Mexico, Central America and Caribbean
Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and
U.S. Virgin Islands)........................................ 7-5
Mirrors
Manual Rearview Mirror................................2-32
Outside Camper-Type Mirrors........................2-33
Outside Convex Mirror.................................2-34
Outside Heated Mirrors................................2-35
Outside Manual Mirror..................................2-32
Outside Power Mirrors..................................2-34
Outside Remote Control Mirror......................2-32
Model Reference................................................ vi
MyGMLink.com................................................ 7-3
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New Vehicle Break-In......................................2-20
Noise Control System, Tampering......................5-49
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts...........5-100
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Off-Road Recovery..........................................4-11
Oil
Change Engine Oil Light...............................3-37
Engine.......................................................5-13
Pressure Gage............................................3-36
Older Children, Restraints................................1-33
Online Owner Center........................................ 7-3
OnStar
®Personal Calling.................................2-36
OnStar®Services............................................2-36
OnStar®System.............................................2-35
OnStar®Virtual Advisor....................................2-36
Operation Tips................................................3-22
Other Warning Devices...................................... 3-5
Outlet Adjustment............................................3-22
Outside
Camper-Type Mirrors....................................2-33
Convex Mirror.............................................2-34
Heated Mirrors............................................2-35
Manual Mirror.............................................2-32
Power Mirrors.............................................2-34
Remote Control Mirror..................................2-32
Owners, Canadian............................................... ii
Owner’s Information........................................7-11
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Radios (cont.)
Radio with CD............................................3-45
Radio with Six-Disc CD................................3-60
Rear Seat Audio..........................................3-71
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio
Data Systems (RDS)................................3-41
Setting the Time for Radios without Radio
Data Systems (RDS)................................3-41
Theft-Deterrent............................................3-73
Understanding Reception..............................3-74
RDS Messages......................................3-54, 3-65
Reading Lamps..............................................3-15
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System.........3-19
Rear Axle......................................................5-47
Locking........................................................ 4-9
Service......................................................6-17
Rear Door Security Locks................................2-10
Rear Doors....................................................2-15
Rear Heating System......................................3-18
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides......................1-29
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)....................................3-71
Rear Seat Operation......................................... 1-5
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions.............1-26
Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts..................1-26
Rear Seat Radio Controls................................3-72
Rear Window Defogger....................................3-22
Rearview Mirrors.............................................2-32Reclining Seatbacks.......................................... 1-3
Recreational Vehicle Towing.............................4-29
Remote Keyless Entry System............................ 2-4
Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation............ 2-5
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire..................................................5-73
Removing the Rear Seat................................... 1-5
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...................5-67
Removing the Wheel Covers............................5-73
Replacement Bulbs.........................................5-54
Replacing Brake System Parts..........................5-40
Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash..............................................1-76
Replacing the Rear Seats.................................. 1-7
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government..................................7-10
General Motors...........................................7-10
United States Government.............................. 7-9
Restraint System Check...................................6-13
Checking Your Restraint Systems...................1-75
Replacing Restraint System Parts
After a Crash..........................................1-76
Restraint Systems
Checking....................................................1-75
Replacing Parts...........................................1-76
Resynchronization............................................. 2-6
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)......................2-21
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Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts......1-23
Roadside
Assistance Program....................................... 7-6
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out...................4-28
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked.......2-31
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Safety Belt
Pretensioners..............................................1-32
Reminder Light............................................3-26
Safety Belts
Care of ......................................................5-85
Center Passenger Position....................1-23, 1-24
Driver Position............................................1-14
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly................1-14
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts.....1-13
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for
Children and Small Adults.........................1-29
Rear Seat Passengers.................................1-26
Right Front Passenger Position......................1-23
Safety Belt Extender....................................1-32
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy.................1-22
Safety Belts Are for Everyone......................... 1-9
Safety Chains.................................................4-41
Safety Warnings and Symbols.............................. iiiScheduled Maintenance..................................... 6-5
Seats
Manual........................................................ 1-2
Power Seat.................................................. 1-3
Rear Seat Operation...................................... 1-5
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 1-3
Secondary Latch System.................................5-70
Securing a Child Restraint
Center Seat Position............................1-56, 1-57
Designed for the LATCH System...................1-54
Rear Outside Seat Position...........................1-54
Right Front Seat Position..............................1-58
Security Light.................................................3-38
Selecting the Fan Speed..................................3-20
Service........................................................... 5-3
Adding Equipment to the Outside of
Your Vehicle.............................................. 5-4
Doing Your Own Work................................... 5-3
Engine Soon Light.......................................3-33
Publications Ordering Information...................7-10
Service Bulletins.............................................7-10
Service Manuals.............................................7-10
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle............1-74
Setting Preset PTYs................................3-53, 3-64
Setting Preset Stations............3-43, 3-46, 3-50, 3-61
Setting the Temperature...................................3-20
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