2005 CHEVROLET KODIAK Owners Manual

During the first 500 miles (805 km) of vehicle use, start
the vehicle moving in FIRST (1) gear. This allows
the clutch components to wear-in properly.
FIRST (1):With the vehicle at a stop, release the
brake, press the clutch pedal and shift into FIRST (1).
Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the
accelerator pedal. Only downshift into FIRST (1)
when the vehicle has come to a complete stop. If the
shift lever will not go into FIRST (1), put the lever
in NEUTRAL and let up on the clutch pedal to fully
engage the clutch. Press the clutch pedal again.
Then, shift into FIRST (1).
SECOND (2):With the vehicle at a stop, release the
brake, press the clutch pedal and shift into SECOND (2).
Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press
the accelerator pedal. With the vehicle moving, press the
clutch pedal and upshift into SECOND (2) from
FIRST (1) while applying light pressure to the right on
the shifter. Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal
as you press the accelerator pedal. If you come to a
complete stop and the shift lever will not go into
SECOND (2), put the lever in NEUTRAL and let up on
the clutch pedal to fully engage the clutch. Press
the clutch pedal again. Then, shift into SECOND (2).THIRD (3):Press the clutch pedal and upshift into
THIRD (3). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as
you press the accelerator pedal.
FOURTH (4), FIFTH (5) and SIXTH (6):Upshift into
the higher forward gears the same way as you do
THIRD (3). Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you
press the accelerator pedal.
NEUTRAL:Use this position when you start or idle
your engine.
REVERSE (R):To back up, press the clutch pedal.
Wait for the vehicle to stop moving and then, shift
to REVERSE (R). Let up on the clutch slowly while
pressing the accelerator pedal. Also, use REVERSE (R),
along with the parking brake, when turning off your
engine and parking your vehicle.
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Eaton®Fuller®Nine and Ten-Speed
Non-Synchronized Manual
Transmissions
If your vehicle has one of these transmissions the
engine rpm and road speed must match when upshifting
and downshifting. The label above the windshield will
tell you the operating basics you need to know.
The following are driving tips.
•Always choose an initial starting gear suitable for
the load and terrain.
•Always use double-clutching procedures when
shifting.
•Never move the range shift lever to the LO speed
gear position after HI range preselection, or
anytime the transmission is in the HI range.
•Never move the range knob or lever with the shift
lever in NEUTRAL while the vehicle is moving.
•Never make a range shift while moving in
REVERSE (R).
Clutch Brake (Vehicles with
Non-Synchronized Transmission)
A clutch brake is used to stop transmission input shaft
rotation so that FIRST (1) or REVERSE (R) gear
selection can be initiated when the vehicle is at a
standstill and the engine is idling.
Press the clutch pedal all the way down to the floorboard
to apply the clutch brake.
When using the clutch brake, disengage the clutch
pedal and shift the transmission into either the initial
starting gear or REVERSE (R). If the tooth-butting
occurs between the clutching teeth, re-engage the clutch
while applying light pressure to the shift lever. This
will provide for a smooth shift into either FIRST (1) or
REVERSE (R) gear.
Notice:Using the clutch brake for shifting into any
gear other than FIRST (1) or REVERSE (R) may
cause premature wear of the clutch brake and make
gear shift effort more difficult. Do not use the
clutch brake for shifting after engaging FIRST (1) or
REVERSE (R).
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Four-Wheel Drive
If your vehicle has four-wheel drive, you can send your
engine’s driving power to all four wheels for extra
traction. To get the most satisfaction out of four-wheel
drive, you must be familiar with its operation. Read the
part that follows before using four-wheel drive.
You should use two-wheel drive high for most normal
driving conditions.
Notice:Driving on clean, dry pavement in
four-wheel drive for an extended period of time may
cause premature wear on your vehicle’s powertrain.
Do not drive on clean, dry pavement in four-wheel
drive for extended periods of time.
Locking Hubs
Turn the dial of the hublock (A) from the “Free” position
to the “Lock” position to lock the front axle.
Turn the dial of the hublock (A) from the “Lock” position
to the “Free” position to unlock the axle.
You do not have to back the vehicle up to disengage
the hublocks.Hublock Dial Location
Hublock Dial
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Electronic Transfer Case
If your vehicle is equipped
with four-wheel drive, the
transfer case knob is
located to the right of the
steering wheel on the
instrument panel. Use this
knob to shift into and
out of four-wheel drive.
Recommended Transfer Case Settings
Driving ConditionsTransfer Case Settings
2m4m4nN
Normal YES
Severe YES
Extreme YES
Vehicle in Tow* YES
*SeeTowing Your Vehicle on page 4-35for further
information.An indicator light will show you which position the
transfer case is in. The indicator lights will come on
briefly when you turn on the ignition and one will stay on.
If the lights do not come on, you should take your
vehicle to your dealer for service. An indicator light will
flash while shifting the transfer case. It will remain
illuminated when the shift is complete. If for some
reason the transfer case cannot make a requested shift,
it will return to the last chosen setting.
2
m(Two-Wheel High):This setting is for driving in
most street and highway situations. The transfer
case does not drive the front axle in two-wheel drive.
The front-axle will spin if the front wheel hubs are
locked. Be sure to unlock the hubs to achieve the best
fuel economy.
4
m(Four-Wheel High):Use Four-Wheel High when
you need extra traction, such as on snowy or icy roads or
in most off-road situations. Be sure the front wheel hubs
are locked when you want to drive in Four-Wheel High.
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4n(Four-Wheel Low):This setting sends maximum
power to all four wheels. You might choose Four-Wheel
Low if you are driving off-road in deep sand, deep mud,
and climbing or descending steep hills. Be sure the
front wheel hubs are locked when you want to drive in
Four-Wheel Low.
{CAUTION:
Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can
cause your vehicle to roll even if the
transmission is in PARK (P). You or someone
else could be injured. If you are going to leave
your vehicle, set the parking brake and shift
the transmission to PARK (P) and make sure
the transfer case is in a drive gear.Notice:If your vehicle has an Allison
®transmission
and you try to put the transmission in PARK (P)
while the transfer case is in Four-Wheel Low,
the transmission may not go into PARK (P) and
could damage your vehicle. When parking your
vehicle, make sure the transfer case is in Two-Wheel
High or Four-Wheel High.
NEUTRAL:Shift the vehicle’s transfer case to
NEUTRAL only when towing your vehicle.
Shifting Into Four-Wheel High
Turn the knob to four-wheel high. This can be done
at 3 mph or less and when you are shifting out of
Four-Wheel Low. The indicator light will flash while
shifting. It will remain illuminated when the shift is
complete.
Shifting Into Two-Wheel High
Turn the knob to Two-Wheel High. This can be done
at 3 mph or less and when you are shifting out of
Four-Wheel Low.
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Shifting Into Four-Wheel Low
To shift to Four-Wheel Low, the vehicle’s engine must
be running and the vehicle must be stopped or
moving less than 3 mph (5 km/h) with the transmission
in NEUTRAL (N). The preferred method for shifting
into Four-Wheel Low is to have your vehicle moving
1 or 2 mph (1.6 to 3.2 km/h). Turn the knob to
Four-Wheel Low. You must wait for the Four-Wheel Low
indicator light to stop flashing and remain illuminated
before shifting your transmission into gear.
Notice:Shifting the transmission into gear before
the Four-Wheel Low indicator light has stopped
ashing could damage the transfer case. To help
avoid damaging your vehicle, always wait for
the Four-Wheel Low indicator light to stop ashing
before shifting the transmission into gear.
If you turn the knob to Four-Wheel Low when your
vehicle is in gear and/or moving, the Four-Wheel Low
indicator light will flash for 30 seconds and not
complete the shift unless your vehicle is moving
less than 3 mph (4.8 km/h) and the transmission is in
NEUTRAL (N). After 30 seconds, the transfer case
will return to the setting last chosen. If your vehicle is in
gear and moving less than 3 mph (4.8 km/h), the
transfer case will shift to Four-Wheel High.
Shifting Out of Four-Wheel Low
To shift from four-wheel low to Four-Wheel High or
Two-Wheel High, your vehicle must be stopped
or moving less than 3 mph (5 km/h) with the
transmission in NEUTRAL (N) and the engine running.
The preferred method for shifting out of Four-Wheel
Low is to have your vehicle moving 1 or 2 mph
(1.6 to 3.2 km/h). Turn the knob to Four-Wheel High or
Two-Wheel High. You must wait for the Four-Wheel
High or Two-Wheel High indicator light to stop flashing
and remain illuminated before shifting your transmission
into gear.
Notice:Shifting the transmission into gear before
the Four-Wheel High or Two-Wheel High indicator
light has stopped ashing could damage the transfer
case. To help avoid damaging your vehicle, always
wait for the Four-Wheel High or Two-Wheel High
indicator light to stop ashing before shifting
the transmission into gear.
If the knob is turned to Four-Wheel High or two-wheel
high when your vehicle is in gear and/or moving,
the Four-Wheel High or Two-Wheel high indicator light
will flash for 30 seconds. It will not complete the
shift unless your vehicle is moving less than 3 mph
(5 km/h) with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N).
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Shifting Into NEUTRAL
Before shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL, first
make sure the vehicle is parked so that it will not roll.
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Start the vehicle.
3. Put the transmission in NEUTRAL (N).
4. Shift the transfer case to Two-Wheel High.
5. Turn the transfer case knob all of the way past
Four-Wheel Low and hold it there for a minimum
of 10 seconds. The neutral indicator light will
come on.
6. Shift the transmission to REVERSE (R) for
one second, then shift the transmission to
DRIVE (D) for one second.
7. Turn the ignition to OFF.
8. Place the transmission shift lever in PARK. (P).
9. Turn the ignition to LOCK.
Shifting Out of NEUTRAL
To shift the transfer case out of NEUTRAL, do the
following:
1. Set the parking brake and apply the regular
brake pedal.
2. Turn the ignition to RUN with the engine off.
3. Put the transmission in NEUTRAL (N).
4. Turn the transfer case knob to the desired shift
position (Two-Wheel High, Four-Wheel High,
Four-Wheel Low).
5. After the transfer case has shifted out of NEUTRAL,
the indicator light will go out.
6. Release the parking brake.
7. Start the engine and shift the transmission lever to
the desired position.
Excessively shifting the transfer case into or out of the
different modes may cause the transfer case to enter the
shift protection mode. This will protect the transfer case
from possible damage and will only allow the transfer
case to respond to one shift per 10 seconds. The transfer
case may stay in this mode for up to three minutes.
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Parking
{CAUTION:
If you do not park your vehicle properly, it can
roll. If you have left the engine running, it can
move very quickly. You or others could be
injured. To be sure your vehicle will not move,
even when you are on level ground, follow the
steps below.
Two-Speed Rear Axle
1. With the engine running, shift the two-speed rear
axle into low. To be sure it is in low, you will need
to move the vehicle in gear just a little.
2. Hold the regular brake pedal down with your
right foot.
3. Apply the parking brake.
4. Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL for manual
transmission or PARK (P) for automatic
transmission.
Hydraulic Brakes
(Parking Brake Operation)
If your vehicle has hydraulic brakes, it has either a
parking brake foot pedal or hand lever. If you have the
parking brake foot pedal, it is located below the
instrument panel to the left of the steering column.
If you have the parking brake hand lever, it is located to
the right of the driver, on the floor.
To set the foot pedal parking brake, hold the regular
brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down
the parking brake pedal with your left foot.Parking Brake Hand Lever Shown
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