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And don’t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with
other wheels or tires. They won’t t. Keep your spare tire
and its wheel together.
Notice:Tire chains won’t t your compact spare.
Using them can damage your vehicle and can
damage the chains too. Don’t use tire chains on
your compact spare.
Full-Size Spare Tire
Your vehicle may be equipped with a full-size spare tire,
which, when new, was fully inated. A spare tire,
whether compact–size or full–size, may lose air over
time, so check its ination pressure regularly. See
Ination - Tire Pressure on page 5-64andLoading Your
Vehicle on page 4-50for information regarding proper
tire ination and loading your vehicle. For instruction on
how to remove, install or store a spare tire, see
Changing a Flat Tire on page 5-74.
After installing the spare tire on your vehicle, you should
stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare is
correctly inated. Have the damaged or at road
tire repaired or replaced as soon as you can and
installed back onto your vehicle. This way, a spare tire
will be available in case you need it again.
Don’t mix tires and wheels of different sizes, because
they won’t t. Keep your spare tire and its
wheel together.
Appearance Care
Cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic.
Other cleaning products can burst into ames if a match
is struck near them or if they or get on a hot part of
the vehicle. Some are dangerous if their fumes
are inhales in a closed space. When anything from a
container is used to clean the vehicle, be sure to follow
the manufacturer’s warnings and instructions. And
always open the doors or windows of the vehicle when
cleaning the inside.
Never use these to clean the vehicle:
Gasoline
Benzene
Naphtha
Carbon Tetrachloride
Acetone
Paint Thinner
Turpentine
Lacquer Thinner
Nail Polish Remover
They can all be hazardous — some more than
others — and they can all damage the vehicle, too.
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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 reections in the
windshield and even make it difficult to see through the
windshield under certain conditions.
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components
Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth
or sponge. Commercial cleaners may affect the
surface nish.
Cleaning Glass Surfaces
Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner or a
liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal
tobacco smoke and dust lms on interior glass. See
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-101.
Notice:If you use abrasive cleaners when cleaning
glass surfaces on your vehicle, you could scratch
the glass and/or cause damage to the rear window
defogger and the integrated radio antenna. When
cleaning the glass on your vehicle, use only a soft
cloth and glass cleaner.
Care of Safety Belts
Keep belts clean and dry.
{CAUTION:
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.
Weatherstrips
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 frequent application may be required. See
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12.
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Service Parts Identication Label
You will nd this label on the inside of the glove box. It
is very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On
this label, you will nd the following:
VIN
Model designation
Paint information
Production options and special equipment
Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle.
Electrical System
Add-On Electrical Equipment
Notice:Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle
unless you check with your dealer rst. Some
electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and
the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.
Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other
components from working as they should.
Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting
to add anything electrical to your vehicle, see
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-74.
Windshield Wiper Fuses
The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit
breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy
snow or ice, the wiper will stop until the motor cools.
If the overload is caused by some electrical problem, be
sure to get it xed.
Power Windows and Other
Power Options
Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other
power accessories. When the current load is too heavy,
the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the
circuit until the problem is xed or goes away.
Power and Heated Seat
Circuit Breakers
There is a circuit breaker located underneath the
driver’s side front seat that controls the power and
heated seat functions.
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Fuse Usage
29Driver’s Side RearTaillamp,
Passenger Side Air Bag Indicator
Lighting, Instrument Panel Dimming
Power (2WD/4WD switch lighting)
30 Powertrain Control Module (PCM) B
31 OnStar
32 Radio
33 Auxiliary Power 2
34 Truck Body Controller
35 Horn
36 Transfer Case Control Module
37Turn/Hazard/Courtesy/Cargo
Lamps/Mirrors
38 Cluster
39Rear Parking Lamp 1, Passenger’s
Side Taillamp, License Plate Lamps
40Front Park/Turn Lamps, Driver and
Passenger’s Side Power Window
Switches Lighting
41 Climate Control Fan
42 Power Windows
43 Starter Solenoid Relay
44Antilock Brake System 2 (ABS
Pump)
45Antilock Brake System 1 (ABS
Logic)Fuse Usage
46Power Seat Circuit Breaker/POA
Seat
69 Fuel Canister Vent Solenoid
72 Not Used
73 Not Used
74 Not Used
75 Not Used
77 Air Conditioning Compressor
79 Oxygen Sensors
Relays Usage
47 Beam Selection
50 Air Conditioning Compressor
51 Fuel Pump, Fuel Pump Fuse
52 Fog Lamps
53Front Parking Lamp Fuse, Driver
and Passenger’s Taillamp Fuse,
Rear Parking Lamps
54Driver and Passenger’s Headlamps
Fuse
55 Horn
56Electronic Throttle Control Fuse,
Oxygen Sensor Fuse
57 Wipers (On/Off)
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Relays Usage
58Power Window Fuse, Wiper/Washer
Switch Fuse, (Retained Accessory
Power Mode)
59Ignition 3, Climate Control, Climate
Control Head Fuse
61Run/Crank, Air Bag System Fuse,
Cruise Control Fuse, Ignition Fuse,
Back-Up Lamps, ABS Fuse, ERLS,
Front Axle, PCM-1, Injectors Fuse
62 Starter Relay (PCM Relay)
63 Wiper 2 (High/Low)Miscellaneous Usage
64 Diode — Wiper
65 Diode — Air Conditioning, Clutch
66 Mega Fuse
67 Not Used
Capacities and Specications
The following approximate conversion capacities are given in English and metric conversions. SeeRecommended
Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12for more information.
Capacities and Specications
ApplicationCapacities
English Metric
Air Conditioning Capacity
Refrigerant R-134a1.6 lbs 1.73 kg
Cooling System
2.8 L Engine
3.5 L Engine10.4 quarts
10.6 quarts9.8 L
10.0 L
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Driving
At Night.....................................................4-28
City...........................................................4-32
Defensive..................................................... 4-2
Drunken....................................................... 4-2
Freeway.....................................................4-33
Hill and Mountain Roads..............................4-36
In Rain and on Wet Roads...........................4-29
Winter........................................................4-38
Driving Across an Incline..................................4-23
Driving Downhill..............................................4-22
Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice....................4-26
Driving in Water..............................................4-26
Driving On Grades..........................................4-67
Driving on Off-Road Hills.................................4-18
Driving on Snow or Ice....................................4-38
Driving Through Deep Standing Water...............4-31
Driving Through Flowing Water.........................4-32
Driving Uphill..................................................4-20
Driving with a Trailer.......................................4-66
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Electrical System
Add-On Equipment.....................................5-103
Fuses and Circuit Breakers.........................5-104Electrical System (cont.)
Power Windows and Other Power Options.......5-103
Windshield Wiper Fuses.............................5-103
Emissions Inspection and
Maintenance Programs.................................3-26
ENG (Engine) HOT.........................................3-34
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter.........................................5-18
Battery.......................................................5-42
Check and Service Engine Soon Light............3-24
Coolant......................................................5-25
Coolant Heater............................................2-21
Coolant Temperature Gage...........................3-24
Drive Belt Routing.......................................6-15
Engine Compartment Overview......................5-12
Exhaust.....................................................2-36
Fan Noise..................................................5-36
Oil .............................................................5-13
Overheating................................................5-28
Starting......................................................2-19
Engine Compartment Fuse Block.....................5-104
Engine Oil Additives........................................5-16
Environmental Concerns..................................4-16
Event Data Recorders (EDR)............................7-10
Exit Lighting...................................................3-10
Express Down Windows..................................2-13
Extender, Safety Belt.......................................1-31
Exterior Lamps................................................. 3-6
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Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services........................... 6-6
At Each Fuel Fill........................................... 6-9
At Least Once a Month.................................. 6-9
At Least Once a Year.................................... 6-9
Introduction.................................................. 6-2
Maintenance Footnotes.................................. 6-7
Maintenance Record....................................6-16
Maintenance Requirements............................. 6-2
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts.........6-14
Owner Checks and Services........................... 6-8
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.............6-12
Scheduled Maintenance................................. 6-4
Using Your................................................... 6-3
Your Vehicle and the Environment................... 6-2
Maintenance When Trailer Towing.....................4-69
Making Turns.................................................4-67
Malfunction Indicator Light................................3-24
Manual Lumbar Controls.................................... 1-5
Manual Seats................................................... 1-3
Manual Transmission.......................................2-19
Fluid..........................................................5-22
Operation...................................................2-25
Manual Windows............................................2-12Map Lamps....................................................2-39
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle............... 2-5
Message
DIC Warnings and Messages........................3-32
Mexico, Central America and Caribbean
Islands/Countries (Except Puerto Rico and
U.S. Virgin Islands) – Customer Assistance....... 7-5
Mirror Operation.............................................2-38
Mirrors
Automatic Dimming Rearview with Compass
and Temperature Display...........................2-38
Manual Rearview Mirror................................2-37
Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar
®.............2-38
Outside Convex Mirror.................................2-42
Outside Manual Mirrors................................2-41
Outside Power Mirrors..................................2-41
Mode Buttons.................................................3-13
Mode Knob....................................................3-12
MyGMLink.com................................................ 7-4
N
New Vehicle Break-In......................................2-17
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts............6-14
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O
Odometer......................................................3-17
Odometer, Trip...............................................3-17
Off-Road Recovery..........................................4-11
OIL ...............................................................3-34
Oil
Engine.......................................................5-13
Pressure Light.............................................3-27
OIL LIFE.......................................................3-34
Oil Life System...............................................3-30
Older Children, Restraints................................1-31
Online Owner Center........................................ 7-4
OnStar
®Personal Calling.................................2-43
OnStar®Services............................................2-43
OnStar®System.............................................2-42
OnStar®Virtual Advisor....................................2-44
Operating Your All-Wheel-Drive Vehicle Off
Paved Roads..............................................4-14
Other Warning Devices...................................... 3-5
Outlet Adjustment............................................3-14
Outside
Convex Mirror.............................................2-42
Manual Mirrors............................................2-41
Power Mirrors.............................................2-41
Overseas – Customer Assistance........................ 7-5
Owner Checks and Services.............................. 6-8
Owners, Canadian............................................... ii
Owner’s Information........................................7-13
P
PARK BRK (Brake).........................................3-35
Park (P)
Shifting Into................................................2-32
Shifting Out of............................................2-34
Parking
Brake........................................................2-31
Over Things That Burn.................................2-35
Parking on Hills..............................................4-68
Parking Your Vehicle.......................................2-35
Passing.................................................4-12, 4-66
Passlock
®......................................................2-16
Payload.........................................................4-55
Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab....................4-56
Plan Ahead When Possible................................ 7-8
Playing a CD.........................................3-45, 3-53
Playing a Specic Loaded CD..........................3-54
Playing the Radio...........................3-37, 3-39, 3-47
Power
Accessory Outlets........................................3-10
Door Locks.................................................. 2-8
Electrical System.......................................5-103
Seat............................................................ 1-4
Steering Fluid.............................................5-36
Windows....................................................2-13
Power and Heated Seat Circuit Breakers..........5-103
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