2006 GMC SAVANA wheel alignment

Tires..............................................................5-52
Tire Sidewall Labeling...................................5-53
Tire Terminology and Definitions.....................5-56
Inflation - Tire Pressure.................................5-59
Dual Tire Operation.......................................5-60
Tire Inspection and Rotation...........................5-61
When It Is Time for New Tires.......................5-63
Buying New Tires.........................................5-63
Different Size Tires and Wheels......................5-65
Uniform Tire Quality Grading..........................5-65
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance..................5-67
Wheel Replacement......................................5-67
Tire Chains..................................................5-68
If a Tire Goes Flat........................................5-69
Changing a Flat Tire.....................................5-70
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools................5-71
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing
the Spare Tire..........................................5-74
Secondary Latch System...............................5-79
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools............5-82
Spare Tire...................................................5-83
Appearance Care............................................5-84
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle.................5-84
Fabric/Carpet...............................................5-85
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces........................................5-86Care of Safety Belts......................................5-86
Weatherstrips...............................................5-86
Washing Your Vehicle...................................5-87
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses.....................5-87
Finish Care..................................................5-87
Windshield and Wiper Blades.........................5-88
Aluminum Wheels.........................................5-89
Tires...........................................................5-89
Sheet Metal Damage.....................................5-90
Finish Damage.............................................5-90
Underbody Maintenance................................5-90
Chemical Paint Spotting.................................5-90
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials..................5-91
Vehicle Identication......................................5-92
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).................5-92
Service Parts Identification Label.....................5-92
Electrical System............................................5-93
Add-On Electrical Equipment..........................5-93
Headlamp Wiring..........................................5-93
Windshield Wiper Fuses................................5-93
Fuses and Circuit Breakers............................5-93
Floor Console Fuse Block..............................5-94
Engine Compartment Fuse Block....................5-95
Capacities and Specications..........................5-98
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
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Tire Inspection and Rotation
Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles
(8 000 to 13 000 km).
Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as
soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also
check for damaged tires or wheels. SeeWhen It Is Time
for New Tires on page 5-63andWheel Replacement
on page 5-67for more information.
Make sure the spare tire is stored securely. Push, pull,
and then try to rotate or turn the tire. If it moves,
use the ratchet/wheel wrench to tighten the cable. See
Changing a Flat Tire on page 5-70.
If your vehicle has dual rear wheels, also seeDual Tire
Operation on page 5-60.
The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more
uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. The first rotation
is the most important. SeeScheduled Maintenance
(Gasoline Engine) on page 6-4.If your vehicle has single rear wheels, always use the
correct rotation patterns shown here when rotating your
vehicle’s tires. Do not include the spare tire in the tire
rotation, if the spare tire/wheel assembly does not match
your vehicle’s road tires and wheels in size and type.Single Rear Wheels
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Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and
balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest
tire life and best overall performance. Adjustments to
wheel alignment and tire balancing will not be necessary
on a regular basis. However, if you notice unusual tire
wear or your vehicle pulling to one side or the other, the
alignment may need to be checked. If you notice your
vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road, your
tires and wheels may need to be rebalanced. See your
dealer for proper diagnosis.
Wheel Replacement
Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rusted
or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the
wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced.
If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some
aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired).
See your dealer if any of these conditions exist.
Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need.
Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying
capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted
the same way as the one it replaces.If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or
wheel nuts, replace them only with new GM original
equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the
right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle.
{CAUTION:
Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel
bolts, or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be
dangerous. It could affect the braking and
handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose
air and make you lose control. You could have
a collision in which you or others could be
injured. Always use the correct wheel, wheel
bolts and wheel nuts for replacement.
Notice:The wrong wheel can also cause problems
with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or
odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height,
vehicle ground clearance, and tire or tire chain
clearance to the body and chassis.
Whenever a wheel, wheel bolt or wheel nut is replaced
on a dual wheel setup, check the wheel nut torque
after 100, 1,000 and 6,000 miles (160, 1 600 and
10 000 km) of driving. For proper torque, see “Wheel
Nut Torque” underCapacities and Specications
on page 5-98.
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Starting Your Engine.......................................2-19
Steering........................................................4-12
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel................................. 3-6
Storage Areas................................................2-30
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow......................4-29
Sun Visors.....................................................2-16
Swing-Out Side Door, 60/40.............................2-11
Swing-Out Windows........................................2-16
T
Taillamps.......................................................5-49
Theft-Deterrent, Radio.....................................3-74
Theft-Deterrent Systems...................................2-17
Passlock
®...................................................2-17
Tilt Wheel........................................................ 3-6
Tires.............................................................5-52
Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning..........................5-89
Buying New Tires........................................5-63
Chains.......................................................5-68
Changing a Flat Tire....................................5-70
Cleaning....................................................5-89
Different Size..............................................5-65
Dual Tire Operation.....................................5-60
If a Tire Goes Flat.......................................5-69
Inflation -- Tire Pressure...............................5-59
Inspection and Rotation................................5-61
Installing the Spare Tire................................5-74
Removing the Flat Tire.................................5-74
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...............5-71Tires (cont.)
Secondary Latch System..............................5-79
Spare Tire..................................................5-83
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools............5-82
Tire Sidewall Labeling..................................5-53
Tire Terminology and Definitions....................5-56
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.........................5-65
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance.................5-67
Wheel Replacement.....................................5-67
When It Is Time for New Tires......................5-63
Tow/Haul Mode Light.......................................3-42
Towing
Recreational Vehicle.....................................4-35
Towing a Trailer..........................................4-37
Your Vehicle...............................................4-35
Traction
StabiliTrak
®System....................................... 4-9
Transmission
Fluid, Automatic...........................................5-19
Transmission Operation, Automatic....................2-21
Trip Odometer................................................3-25
Turn and Lane-Change Signals.......................... 3-7
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever........................... 3-7
U
Understanding Radio Reception........................3-75
Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................5-65
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Vehicle
Control........................................................ 4-5
Damage Warnings........................................... iv
Loading......................................................4-30
Symbols......................................................... iv
Vehicle Data Collection and Event
Data Recorders...........................................7-10
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN).............................................5-92
Service Parts Identification Label...................5-92
Ventilation Adjustment......................................3-20
Visors...........................................................2-16
Voltmeter Gage..............................................3-32
W
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators................3-23
Warnings
Hazard Warning Flashers............................... 3-5
Other Warning Devices.................................. 3-6
Safety and Symbols......................................... iii
Vehicle Damage.............................................. ivWheels
Alignment and Tire Balance..........................5-67
Different Size..............................................5-65
Replacement...............................................5-67
Where to Put the Restraint...............................1-42
Windows.......................................................2-14
Manual......................................................2-15
Power........................................................2-15
Swing-Out Windows.....................................2-16
Windshield
Wiper Blades, Cleaning................................5-88
Windshield Washer........................................... 3-9
Fluid..........................................................5-34
Windshield Wiper
Blade Replacement......................................5-51
Fuses........................................................5-93
Windshield Wipers......................................... 3-9
Winter Driving................................................4-25
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Your Vehicle and the Environment....................... 6-2
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