Turn the mode knob on the right of the climate control
panel to select the defog or defrost mode.
-(Defog):With this setting, the outside air comes out
of both the floor and defroster outlets. Adjust the
temperature knob for warmer or cooler air. The air
conditioning compressor may operate in this setting to
dehumidify the air.
0(Defrost):This setting operates the defroster. Most
of the air comes out near the windshield, with some
going to the floor outlets and front side windows. The air
conditioning compressor may operate in this setting to
dehumidify the air.
The defog setting is useful for cold weather with a large
number of passengers or very humid conditions to
help keep the windshield clear. Use defrost to remove
fog or ice from the windshield quickly in extremely
cold conditions. The temperature knob should be in the
red area and the fan control toward high. Do not
drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear.
Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to
remove fog or frost from the rear window.Be sure to clear as much snow from the rear window as
possible.
Press this button which is
located near the fan
control to turn the rear
window defogger on or off.
An indicator light in the
button will come on when
the rear window defogger
is working.
The rear window defogger will only work when the
ignition is RUN.
The rear window defogger will turn off several minutes
after the button is pressed. The defogger can also
be turned off by pressing the button again or by turning
off the engine.
Notice:Don’t use anything sharp on the inside of
the rear window. If you do, you could cut or damage
the warming grid, and the repairs wouldn’t be
covered by your warranty. Do not attach a temporary
vehicle license, tape, a decal or anything similar
to the defogger grid.
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Diesel Engine Fuel
For the Caterpillar®diesel, see the Caterpillar®
Operation & Maintenance Manual for information
concerning fuel usage.
Notice:Diesel fuel or fuel additives not
recommended in this manual could damage your
fuel system and engine. Your warranty would
not cover this damage. And:
Diesel fuel that has been mixed with engine oil
or automatic transmission uid could damage
your engine and emission controls.
Aftermarket diesel fuel additives are not tested
by General Motors. Some additives, particularly
those which contain alcohol or water
emulsi ers, may damage your fuel system. If
you believe that unique circumstances call for a
fuel additive to be used, consult your dealer
for advice.
If you ever run out of diesel fuel, it can be
difficult to restart your engine. To avoid all this,
never let your tank get empty.
If you run out of fuel,Running Out of Fuel on page 5-15,
tells you how to restart your engine.
What Fuel to Use
In the United States, for best results use Number 2–D
diesel fuel year-round (above and below freezing
conditions) as oil companies blend Number 2–D fuel to
address climate differences. Number 1–D diesel fuel
may be used in very cold temperatures (when it
stays below 0°F or−18°C); however, it will produce a
power and fuel economy loss. Avoid the use of Number
1–D diesel fuel in warm or hot climates. It may result
in stalling, poor starting when the engine is hot and may
damage the fuel injection system.
At a minimum, the diesel fuel you use should meet
specifications ASTM D975-02 (Grade Low Sulfur) in the
United States. In addition, the Engine Manufacturers
Association (EMA) has identified properties of an
improved diesel fuel for better engine performance and
durability. Diesel fuels corresponding to the EMA
Recommended Guideline on Premium Diesel Fuel
(FQP-1A) could provide better starting, less noise and
better vehicle performance. If there are questions
about the fuel you are using, contact your fuel supplier.
It is acceptable to use diesel fuel containing up to
5% biodiesel (B5), but the final blended fuel must meet
the same specification, ASTM D975–02 (Grade Low
Sulfur), as other fuels used in your vehicle, and
the biodiesel used for making this fuel must meet the
ASTM D6751–02 specification.
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Care of
Safety Belts................................................5-79
Your Cassette Tape Player............................3-57
Your CD Player...........................................3-59
Your CDs ...................................................3-59
Cassette Tape Messages.................................3-52
CD Adapter Kits.............................................3-52
Center Console Storage Area...........................2-42
Center Passenger Position, Safety Belts.............1-22
Charging System Light....................................3-30
Chassis Lubrication.........................................5-51
Check
Engine Light...............................................3-37
Gages Warning Light...................................3-42
Checking Coolant............................................5-34
Checking Engine Oil................................5-21, 5-25
Checking Things Under the Hood......................5-18
Checking Your Restraint Systems......................1-61
Chemical Paint Spotting...................................5-83
Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems...............................1-33
Infants and Young Children...........................1-29
Older Children.............................................1-27
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear
Outside Seat Position...............................1-39
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center
Rear Seat Position (Crew Cab
®) or Center
Front Position..........................................1-41Child Restraints (cont.)
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right
Front Seat Position...................................1-43
Top Strap...................................................1-38
Where to Put the Restraint...................1-35, 1-37
Chime Level Adjustment..................................3-59
Chugger-Snubber Lock-Out Feature.................... 1-7
Cigarette Lighter.............................................3-18
Cleaning
Inside of Your Vehicle..................................5-77
Outside of Your Vehicle................................5-80
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-83
Weatherstrips..............................................5-79
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses.......................5-80
Cleaning Fabric/Carpet....................................5-77
Cleaning Glass Surfaces..................................5-79
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components.................5-79
Cleaning the Top of the
Instrument Panel.........................................5-79
Cleaning Vinyl................................................5-78
Climate Control System...................................3-19
Outlet Adjustment........................................3-22
Rear Heating System...................................3-23
Clutch Brake (Vehicles with Non-Synchronized
Transmission)..............................................2-32
Clutch Pedal Free Travel.................................5-51
Cold Weather Starting (Diesel Engine)...............2-20
Cold Weather Starting
(Caterpillar
®Diesel).....................................2-15
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