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Q:Are there some things I should not do
when driving down a hill?
A:Yes! These are important because if you
ignore them you could lose control and
have a serious accident:
When driving downhill, avoid turns that take
you across the incline of the hill. A hill that
is not too steep to drive down may be
too steep to drive across. You could roll over
if you do not drive straight down.
Never go downhill with the transmission in
NEUTRAL (N). This is called “free-wheeling.”
Your brakes will have to do all the work
and could overheat and fade.
Q:Am I likely to stall when going downhill?
A:It is much more likely to happen going
uphill. But if it happens going downhill, here is
what to do:
1. Stop your vehicle by applying the regular
brakes. Apply the parking brake.
2. Shift to PARK (P) and, while still braking,
restart the engine.
3. Shift back to a low gear, release the parking
brake, and drive straight down.
4. If the engine will not start, get out and get help.
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Q:What if I am driving across an incline that
is not too steep, but I hit some loose
gravel and start to slide downhill.
What should I do?
A:If you feel your vehicle starting to slide
sideways, turn downhill. This should help
straighten out the vehicle and prevent the side
slipping. However, a much better way to
prevent this is to get out and “walk the course”
so you know what the surface is like before
you drive it.
Stalling on an Incline
If your vehicle stalls when you are crossing an
incline, be sure you, and any passengers, get out
on the uphill side, even if the door there is harder to
open. If you get out on the downhill side and the
vehicle starts to roll over, you will be right in its path.
If you have to walk down the slope, stay out of the
path the vehicle will take if it does roll over.
{CAUTION:
Getting out on the downhill (low) side of
a vehicle stopped across an incline is
dangerous. If the vehicle rolls over, you
could be crushed or killed. Always get out
on the uphill (high) side of the vehicle and
stay well clear of the rollover path.
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Driving in Water
Heavy rain can mean ash ooding, and ood
waters demand extreme caution.
Find out how deep the water is before you drive
through it. If it is deep enough to cover your wheel
hubs, axles, or exhaust pipe, do not try it — you
probably will not get through. Also, water that deep
can damage your axle and other vehicle parts.
Your vehicle is capable of depths up to 20 inches.
Know how to judge whether the water is deeper
than this before proceeding into it.
If the water is not too deep, drive slowly through it.
At faster speeds, water splashes on your ignition
system and your vehicle can stall. Stalling can also
occur if you get your tailpipe under water. And,
as long as your tailpipe is under water, you
will never be able to start your engine. When you
go through water, remember that when your
brakes get wet, it may take you longer to stop.{CAUTION:
Driving through rushing water can be
dangerous. Deep water can sweep your
vehicle downstream and you and your
passengers could drown. If it is only
shallow water, it can still wash away the
ground from under your tires, and you
could lose traction and roll the vehicle
over. Do not drive through rushing water.
SeeDriving in Rain and on Wet Roads on
page 344for more information on driving
through water.
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Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a
wet road, you cannot stop, accelerate, or turn as
well because your tire-to-road traction is not as
good as on dry roads. And, if your tires do not have
much tread left, you will get even less traction.It is always wise to go slower and be cautious if rain
starts to fall while you are driving. The surface may
get wet suddenly when your reexes are tuned for
driving on dry pavement.
The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if
your windshield wiper blades are in good shape, a
heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and
traffic signals, pavement markings, the edge of the
road, and even people walking.
It is wise to keep your wiping equipment in good
shape and keep your windshield washer uid
reservoir lled with washer uid. Replace
your windshield wiper inserts when they show
signs of streaking or missing areas on the
windshield, or when strips of rubber start to
separate from the inserts.
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Once you are moving on the freeway, make
certain you allow a reasonable following distance.
Expect to move slightly slower at night.
When you want to leave the freeway, move to the
proper lane well in advance. If you miss your
exit, do not, under any circumstances, stop and
back up. Drive on to the next exit.
The exit ramp can be curved, sometimes quite
sharply. The exit speed is usually posted.
Reduce your speed according to your
speedometer, not to your sense of motion. After
driving for any distance at higher speeds, you may
tend to think you are going slower than you
actually are.
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
Make sure you are ready. Try to be well rested.
If you must start when you are not fresh — such as
after a day’s work — do not plan to make too many
miles that rst part of the journey. Wear comfortable
clothing and shoes you can easily drive in.
Is your vehicle ready for a long trip? If you keep it
serviced and maintained, it is ready to go. If it
needs service, have it done before starting out.Of course, you will nd experienced and able
service experts in GM dealerships all across
North America. They will be ready and willing to
help if you need it.
Here are some things you can check before a trip:
Windshield Washer Fluid:Is the reservoir
full? Are all windows clean inside and outside?
Wiper Blades:Are they in good shape?
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids:Have you
checked all levels?
Lamps:Are they all working? Are the lenses
clean?
Tires:They are vitally important to a safe,
trouble-free trip. Is the tread good enough
for long-distance driving? Are the tires
all inated to the recommended pressure?
Weather Forecasts:What is the weather
outlook along your route? Should you
delay your trip a short time to avoid a major
storm system?
Maps:Do you have up-to-date maps?
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Tow/Haul Mode
Tow/haul mode is used when using your vehicle to
pull a large or heavy load or trailer. Tow/haul is
also useful while pulling a load in rolling terrain, in
stop-and-go traffic, or when you need improved
low-speed control, such as when parking.
The purpose of the tow/haul mode is to do the
following:
Reduce the frequency and improve the
predictability of transmission shifts when
pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load.
Provide the same solid shift feel when pulling a
heavy trailer or a large or heavy load as when
the vehicle is unloaded.
Improve control of vehicle speed while requiring
less accelerator pedal activity when pulling a
heavy trailer or a large or heavy load.
Tow/haul mode is most effective when the vehicle
and trailer combined weight is at least 75 percent of
the vehicle’s Gross Combination Weight Rating
(GCWR). See “Weight of the Trailer” later in this
section.Press the button on the
instrument panel to the
right of the steering
wheel to enable
the tow/haul mode.
A light on the instrument
panel will illuminate to
indicate that tow/haul
mode has been
selected.
Press the button again to turn off tow/haul mode.
The indicator light on the instrument panel will
turn off. The vehicle will automatically turn
off tow/haul mode every time it is started.
Driving with tow/haul mode activated without a
heavy load or with no trailer will cause reduced
fuel economy and unpleasant engine and
transmission driving characteristics, but will not
cause damage.
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When You Are Ready to Leave After
Parking on a Hill
1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal
down while you:
start your engine,
shift into a gear, and
release the parking brake.
2. Let up on the brake pedal.
3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the
chocks.
4. Stop and have someone pick up and store
the chocks.
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
Your vehicle will need service more often when
you’re pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance
Schedule for more on this. Things that are
especially important in trailer operation are
automatic transmission uid (don’t overll),
engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system
and brake system. Each of these is covered in
this manual, and the Index will help you nd them
quickly. If you’re trailering, it’s a good idea to
review these sections before you start your trip.
Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts
and bolts are tight.
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Service........................................................ 392
Accessories and Modications................... 392
California Proposition 65 Warning.............. 393
Doing Your Own Service Work.................. 393
Adding Equipment to the Outside of
Your Vehicle.......................................... 394
Fuel............................................................. 394
Gasoline Octane........................................ 394
Gasoline Specications.............................. 394
California Fuel........................................... 395
Additives................................................... 395
Fuels in Foreign Countries........................ 396
Filling the Tank......................................... 397
Filling a Portable Fuel Container............... 399
Checking Things Under the Hood.............. 400
Hood Release........................................... 400
Engine Compartment Overview.................. 402
Engine Oil................................................. 404
Engine Oil Life System.............................. 407
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter............................ 409
Automatic Transmission Fluid.................... 412
Engine Coolant.......................................... 415Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap............ 418
Engine Overheating................................... 418
Overheated Engine Protection
Operating Mode..................................... 420
Cooling System......................................... 420
Power Steering Fluid ................................. 425
Windshield Washer Fluid........................... 426
Brakes...................................................... 427
Battery...................................................... 431
Jump Starting............................................ 432
Rear Axle.................................................... 437
Four-Wheel Drive........................................ 438
Front Axle................................................... 440
Bulb Replacement....................................... 441
Halogen Bulbs........................................... 441
Headlamps................................................ 441
Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps.......... 442
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)................. 443
Roof Marker Lamps................................... 443
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and
Back-up Lamps...................................... 444
Replacement Bulbs................................... 446
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
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