(d)Inspect wiper blades for wear, cracking, or
contamination. Clean the windshield and wiper blades, if
contaminated. Replace wiper blades that are worn or
damaged. See Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement on
page 5-52 and Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper
Blades on page 5-97 for more information.
(e)Make sure the safety belt reminder light and safety
belt assemblies 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 see Checking
the Restraint Systems on page 1-69.
(f)Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood latch assembly,
secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl,
rear compartment hinges, outer swing-gate handle pivot
points, rear door detent link, roller mechanism,
swing-gate handle pivot points, latch bolt, fuel door
hinge, locks, and folding seat hardware. More frequent
lubrication may be required when exposed to a
corrosive environment. Applying silicone grease on
weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them
last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.(g)Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and
proper installation.
(h)Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the
vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these
conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature
regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing.
Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery
service.
(i)Drain, flush, and refill cooling system. This service
can be complex; you should have your dealer/retailer
perform this service. See Engine Coolant on page 5-27
for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator,
condenser, pressure cap, and filler neck. Pressure test
the cooling system and pressure cap.
(j)A fluid loss in any vehicle system could indicate a
problem. Have the system inspected and repaired and
the fluid level checked. Add fluid if needed.
(k)Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive cracks, or
obvious damage. Replace belt if necessary.
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Child Restraints
Child Restraint Systems...............................1-37
Infants and Young Children...........................1-33
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children..........1-42
Older Children.............................................1-30
Securing a Child Restraint in a
Rear Outside Seat Position........................1-48
Securing a Child Restraint in the
Center Rear Seat Position.........................1-50
Securing a Child Restraint in the
Right Front Seat Position..........................1-51
Where to Put the Restraint...........................1-40
Cigarette Lighter.............................................3-22
Cleaning
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels..............5-97
Exterior Lamps/Lenses.................................5-95
Fabric/Carpet..............................................5-93
Finish Care.................................................5-96
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces.......................................5-94
Interior.......................................................5-91
Leather......................................................5-93
Tires..........................................................5-98
Underbody Maintenance...............................5-98
Washing Your Vehicle...................................5-95
Weatherstrips..............................................5-94
Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades.......5-97
Climate Control System...................................3-22
Outlet Adjustment........................................3-24Clock............................................................3-48
Clutch, Hydraulic.............................................5-26
Collision Damage Repair..................................7-11
Compass...............................................2-38, 2-41
Content Theft-Deterrent....................................2-14
Control of a Vehicle.......................................... 4-3
Convenience Net............................................2-59
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage............................3-35
Heater, Engine............................................
2-22
Cooling System..............................................5-31
Cruise Control................................................3-11
Cruise Control Light........................................3-39
Cupholder(s)..................................................2-56
Customer Assistance Information
Courtesy Transportation.................................. 7-9
Customer Assistance for
Text Telephone (TTY) Users........................ 7-5
Customer Assistance Offices........................... 7-5
Customer Satisfaction Procedure..................... 7-2
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program............... 7-6
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors.....7-15
Reporting Safety Defects to the
Canadian Government..............................7-15
Reporting Safety Defects to the
United States Government.........................7-14
Roadside Assistance Program......................... 7-6
Service Publications Ordering Information........7-15
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D
Daytime Running Lamps..................................3-17
Defensive Driving............................................. 4-2
Doing Your Own Service Work........................... 5-4
Dome Lamp...................................................3-19
Dome Lamp Override......................................3-20
Door
Locks.......................................................... 2-7
Power Door Locks......................................... 2-8
Programmable Automatic Door Locks............... 2-8
Rear Door Security Locks............................... 2-9
Driver Information Center (DIC).........................3-40
DIC Operation and Displays..........................3-40
DIC Warnings and Messages........................3-43
Driving
At Night.....................................................4-32
Before a Long Trip......................................4-34
Defensive..................................................... 4-2
Drunken....................................................... 4-2
Highway Hypnosis.......................................4-34
Hill and Mountain Roads..............................4-34
In Rain and on Wet Roads...........................4-33
Off-Road....................................................4-12
Recovery Loops..........................................4-40
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.................4-40
Winter........................................................4-35
E
EDR .............................................................7-16
Electrical System
Add-On Equipment.....................................5-101
Engine Compartment Fuse Block.................5-103
Fuses and Circuit Breakers.........................5-102
Power Windows and Other Power Options....5-102
Windshield Wiper Fuses.............................5-101
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter.........................................5-20
Check and Service Engine Soon Light............3-36
Coolant......................................................5-27
Coolant Heater............................................2-22
Coolant Temperature Gage...........................3-35
Drive Belt Routing.......................................6-15
Engine Compartment Overview......................5-12
Exhaust.....................................................2-36
Fan Noise..................................................5-36
Oil .............................................................5-15
Oil Life System...........................................5-18
Overheating................................................5-29
Running While Parked..................................2-37
Starting......................................................2-20
Event Data Recorders.....................................7-17
Exit Lighting...................................................3-20
Extender, Safety Belt.......................................1-30
Exterior Lamps...............................................3-15
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F
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner......................................5-20
Finish Damage...............................................5-98
Fixed Mast Antenna........................................3-62
Flashers, Hazard Warning.................................. 3-6
Flash-to-Pass................................................... 3-9
Flat Tire........................................................5-78
Flat Tire, Changing.........................................5-79
Flat Tire, Storing.............................................5-89
Fluid.....................................................5-21, 5-24
Power Steering...........................................5-36
Windshield Washer......................................5-37
Fog Lamp
Fog ...........................................................3-19
Four-Wheel Drive............................................5-46
Four-Wheel Drive, Full-Time.............................2-27
Front Armrest Storage Area..............................2-57
Front Axle......................................................5-46
Front Seat Storage Net....................................2-57
Fuel............................................................... 5-5
Additives...................................................... 5-6
California Fuel.............................................. 5-6
Filling a Portable Fuel Container....................5-10Fuel (cont.)
Filling the Tank............................................. 5-8
Fuels in Foreign Countries.............................. 5-7
Gage.........................................................3-40
Gasoline Octane........................................... 5-5
Gasoline Speci cations.................................. 5-5
Fuses
Engine Compartment Fuse Block.................5-103
Fuses and Circuit Breakers.........................5-102
Windshield Wiper.......................................5-101
G
Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature.........................3-35
Fuel..........................................................3-40
Speedometer..............................................3-27
Tachometer.................................................3-27
Garage Door Opener.......................................2-51
Gasoline
Octane........................................................ 5-5
Speci cations............................................... 5-5
Glove Box.....................................................2-56
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program.................. 7-6
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