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To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be
on a level surface.
If the level is below the bottom of the fill plug hole,
located on the transfer case, you’ll need to add
some lubricant. Add enough lubricant to raise the
level to the bottom of the fill plug hole. Use
care not to overtighten the plug.
When to Change Lubricant
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine
how often to change the lubricant. See
Scheduled Maintenance on page 363.
What to Use
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine
what kind of lubricant to use. SeePart C:
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 397.
Front Axle
When to Check Lubricant
It is not necessary to regularly check front axle
fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear
an unusual noise. A fluid loss could indicate a
problem. Have it inspected and repaired.
Notice:If you drive your vehicle through deep
water that is higher than the front or rear
axle, water may enter the axle housing and
cause the axle lubricant to break down.
This could damage the gears inside. Avoid
driving your vehicle through deep water.
You should avoid driving your vehicle through
deep puddles or standing water. If you must drive
through water that is higher than the front or
rear axle, see your dealer immediately afterward
to have the condition of the axle lubricant checked.
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If your vehicle has
oil-filled hubs,
occasionally check to
see if they have enough
oil. You can tell if
there is oil there by
using the circular gage
on the sight glass.
If there isn’t, clean the rubber fill plug in the center
of the glass, and then remove it. Be careful not
to allow any dirt or water to get into the oil.
Add enough of the recommended oil to bring it up
to the level mark that you’ll see on the glass.Refer to your Maintenance Schedule for the
proper oil to use.
When you fill the hub, check the glass again after
driving a short distance. It takes a while for the
oil to flow through the system, and you may
find that you have to add a little more to fill it to
the proper level. Be sure not to overfill the hub.
Air Conditioning System
Every now and then, have your dealership check
your air conditioning system to be sure it has
not lost any cooling ability. If you think the system
is not working properly, have your GM dealer
check it out as soon as possible.
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Finish Damage
Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in
the finish should be repaired right away. Bare
metal will corrode quickly and may develop into
major repair expense.
Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with
touch-up materials available from your dealer.
Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in
your dealer’s body and paint shop.
Underbody Maintenance
Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and
dust control can collect on the underbody. If these
are not removed, corrosion and rust can develop
on the underbody parts such as fuel lines,
frame, floor pan, and exhaust system even though
they have corrosion protection.
At least every spring, flush these materials from the
underbody with plain water. Clean any areas where
mud and debris can collect. Dirt packed in close
areas of the frame should be loosened before being
flushed. Your dealer or an underbody car washing
system can do this for you.
Chemical Paint Spotting
Some weather and atmospheric conditions can
create a chemical fallout. Airborne pollutants can
fall upon and attack painted surfaces on the
vehicle. This damage can take two forms: blotchy,
ring-shaped discolorations, and small, irregular
dark spots etched into the paint surface.
Although no defect in the paint job causes this,
GM will repair, at no charge to the owner, the
surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout
condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles
(20 000 km) of purchase, whichever occurs first.
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Instrument Panel Fuse Block
There are two instrument panel fuse blocks located behind the instrument panel on the passenger’s side of
the vehicle. Be sure to replace fuses with fuses of the same rating. Do not use fuses of higher amperage
than those indicated on the fuse block.
Fuse Usage
1 Stoplamps
2 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
3 Parking LampsFuse Usage
4 Powertrain Control Module
5 Auxiliary Wiring
6 Heater/Air Conditioning
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Fuse Usage
RR DEFOG Rear Defogger
ENG 1 Engine 1
ENG 3 Engine 3
PCM-B Powertrain Control Module
Fuse Usage
BLANK Not Used
ENG 4 Engine 4
ENG 2 Engine 2
HTD FUEL Heated Fuel
BLANK Not Used
BLANK Not Used
02A Emissions
A/C COMP Air Conditioning Compressor
ABS 1 Anti-lock Brake System 1
ABS 2 Anti-lock Brake System 2
ABS 3 Anti-lock Brake System 3
ENGINE Engine
E/A PUMP Electronic/Automatic Pump
HORN Horn
NOTE 2L18 Fuel, LG4 Powertrain Control
Valve, LG5 Electronic Control
Module Primary Underhood Fuse Block
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