2005 GMC SAFARI flat tire

At Least Twice a Year
Restraint System Check
Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your
belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages
are working properly. Look for any other loose or
damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything
that might keep a safety belt system from doing its
job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety
belts replaced.
Also look for any opened or broken airbag coverings,
and have them repaired or replaced. (The airbag system
does not need regular maintenance.)
Wiper Blade Check
Inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking. Replace
blade inserts that appear worn or damaged or that
streak or miss areas of the windshield. Also see
Windshield and Wiper Blades on page 5-90.
Spare Tire Check
At least twice a year, after the monthly ination check of
the spare tire determines that the spare is inated to
the correct tire ination pressure, make sure that
the spare tire is stored securely. Push, pull, and then try
to rotate or turn the tire. If it moves, use the wheel
wrench to tighten the cable. SeeChanging a Flat Tire
on page 5-72.
Weatherstrip Lubrication
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 more frequent application may be
required. SeePart D: Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 6-30.
Automatic Transmission Check
Check the transmission uid level; add if needed. See
Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5-24. A uid loss
may indicate a problem. Check the system and repair
if needed.
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Flat Tire Change:Installation of a spare tire will be
covered at no charge. The customer is responsible
for the repair or replacement of the tire if not
covered by a warrantable failure.
Jump Start:No-start occurrences which require a
battery jump start will be covered at no charge.
Dealer Locator Service
Trip Routing:Your Roadside Assistance
Representative can provide you with specic
information regarding this feature.
Trip Interruption Expense Benets:Your
Roadside Assistance Representative can provide
you with specic information regarding this feature.
In many instances, mechanical failures are covered
under GMC’s Bumper-to-Bumper warranty. However,
when other services are utilized, our Roadside
Assistance Representatives will explain any payment
obligations you might incur.
For prompt and efficient assistance when calling, please
provide the following to the Roadside Assistance
Representative:
Your name, home address, and home
telephone number.
Telephone number of your location.
Location of the vehicle.
Model, year, color, and license plate number of
the vehicle.
Mileage, Vehicle Identication Number, (VIN) and
delivery date of the vehicle.
Description of the problem.
While we hope you never have the occasion to use our
service, it is added security while traveling for you
and your family. Remember, we are only a phone call
away. GMC Roadside Assistance: 1-800-462-8782, text
telephone (TTY) users, call 1-888-889-2438.
GMC reserves the right to limit services or
reimbursement to an owner or driver when, in GMC’s
judgement, the claims become excessive in frequency or
type of occurrence.
Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the
coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
GMC reserves the right to make any changes or
discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any
time without notication.
Canadian Roadside Assistance
Vehicles purchased in Canada have an extensive
roadside assistance program accessible from anywhere
in Canada or the United States. Please refer to the
Warranty and Owner Assistance Information book.
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E
Electrical System
Add-On Equipment......................................5-94
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...........................5-95
Headlamp Wiring.........................................5-94
Instrument Panel Fuse Block.........................5-96
Power Windows and Other Power Options......5-95
Underhood Fuse Block.................................5-98
Windshield Wiper Fuses...............................5-95
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter.........................................5-22
Battery.......................................................5-42
Check and Service Engine Soon Light............3-32
Coolant......................................................5-27
Coolant Heater............................................2-19
Coolant Temperature Gage...........................3-31
Cooling System Inspection............................6-28
Cover........................................................5-18
Engine Compartment Overview......................5-12
Exhaust.....................................................2-26
Fan Noise..................................................5-36
Fuel Regulator............................................2-19
Oil .............................................................5-14
Overheating................................................5-29
Starting......................................................2-18Entry Lighting.................................................3-18
Event Data Recorders (EDR)............................. 7-9
Exit Lighting...................................................3-18
Extender, Safety Belt.......................................1-32
Exterior Lamps...............................................3-15
F
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner......................................5-22
Finish Damage...............................................5-91
Fixed Mast Antenna........................................3-53
Flash-to-Pass................................................... 3-9
Flat Tire........................................................5-71
Flat Tire, Changing.........................................5-72
Flat Tire, Storing.............................................5-82
Fluid
Automatic Transmission................................5-24
Power Steering...........................................5-36
Windshield Washer......................................5-37
Front Axle......................................................5-49
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Rear Seat Audio (RSA)....................................3-49
Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts..................1-26
Rearview Mirrors.............................................2-28
Reclining Seatbacks.......................................... 1-4
Recreational Vehicle Towing.............................4-32
Remote Keyless Entry System............................ 2-3
Remote Keyless Entry System, Operation............ 2-4
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire..................................................5-76
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...................5-73
Replacement Bulbs.........................................5-56
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government..................................7-10
General Motors...........................................7-10
United States Government............................7-10
Restraint System Check
Checking Your Restraint Systems...................1-65
Replacing Restraint System Parts After
a Crash..................................................1-66
Restraint Systems
Checking....................................................1-65
Replacing Parts...........................................1-66
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)......................2-18
Right Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts......1-26
Roadside
Assistance Program....................................... 7-5
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out....................4-26
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked.......2-27S
Safety Belt
Reminder Light............................................3-27
Safety Belts
Care of......................................................5-88
Center Rear Passenger Position....................1-29
Driver Position............................................1-18
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly................1-18
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts.....1-17
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children
and Small Adults......................................1-30
Rear Seat Passengers.................................1-26
Right Front Passenger Position......................1-26
Safety Belt Extender....................................1-32
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy.................1-26
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.......................1-12
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster........................1-25
Safety Warnings and Symbols.............................. iii
Seats
Bench Seat.................................................. 1-6
Bucket Seats, Rear......................................1-12
Head Restraints............................................ 1-5
Manual........................................................ 1-2
Manual Lumbar............................................. 1-3
Power Seat.................................................. 1-3
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 1-4
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T
Taillamps
Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps....5-54
Theft-Deterrent, Radio.....................................3-50
Theft-Deterrent Systems...................................2-15
Passlock
®...................................................2-16
Throttle System Inspection...............................6-29
Tilt Wheel........................................................ 3-7
Tires.............................................................5-57
Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning..........................5-90
Buying New Tires........................................5-66
Chains.......................................................5-70
Changing a Flat Tire....................................5-72
Cleaning....................................................5-91
Compact Spare Tire.....................................5-84
If a Tire Goes Flat.......................................5-71
Ination -- Tire Pressure...............................5-63
Inspection and Rotation................................5-64
Installing the Spare Tire................................5-76
Removing the Flat Tire.................................5-76
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...............5-73
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools............5-82
Tire Sidewall Labelling..................................5-58
Tire Terminology and Denitions....................5-60
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.........................5-67
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance.................5-69
Wheel Replacement.....................................5-69
When It Is Time for New Tires......................5-66Top Strap......................................................1-45
Top Strap Anchor Location...............................1-47
Tow/Haul Mode...............................................2-22
Tow/Haul Mode Light.......................................3-37
Towing
Recreational Vehicle.....................................4-32
Towing a Trailer..........................................4-33
Your Vehicle...............................................4-32
Transmission
Fluid, Automatic...........................................5-24
Transmission Operation, Automatic....................2-20
Trip Odometer................................................3-27
Turn and Lane-Change Signals.......................... 3-8
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever........................... 3-7
U
Understanding Radio Reception........................3-53
Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................5-67
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