2004 Chevrolet Blazer Owners Manual

It’s unusual for a tire to “blowout” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a “blowout,” here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly. Steer to maintain lane position, and then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane. A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you’d use in a skid. In any rear blowout, remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go. It may be very bumpy and noisy, but you can still steer. Gently brake to a stop, well off the road if possible.

{CAUTION:

Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training. The jack provided with your vehicle is designed only for changing a flat tire. If it is used for anything else, you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack. Use the jack provided with your vehicle only for changing a flat tire.

If a tire goes flat, the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely.

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Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard warning flashers.

{CAUTION:

Changing a tire can cause an injury. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over you or other people. You and they could be badly injured. Find a level place to change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving:

1. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Put the shift lever in PARK (P). 3. Turn off the engine.

To be even more certain the vehicle won’t move, you can put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed. That would be the tire on the other side of the vehicle, at the opposite end.

The following steps will tell you how to use the jack and change a tire.

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Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The jacking equipment you’ll need is stored along the driver’s side inner rear quarter panel. In some cases, you may have to remove the spare tire in order to reach the jack. Your vehicle is also equipped with work gloves and a plastic ground mat to assist in the changing of a flat tire. The following instructions explain how to remove the spare tire, depending on where it is mounted on your vehicle. See Compact Spare Tire on page 5-92 or Spare Tire on page 5-92 for more information about the spare.

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A. Retainer B. Rubber Band

(Some Models)

C. Jack Storage

Cover

D. Wheel Blocks E. Hub Cap

Removal Tools (Some Models)

F. Wheel Wrench G. Jack H. Jacking

Instructions (Roll and place instructions above the jack after it is installed)

1. To remove your jack cover, pull up on the latch(es)

on the cover (C). Remove the wheel blocks (D), jack (G) and wheel wrench (F).

If you remove or restow a tire from/to the

Notice: storage position under the vehicle when it is supported by a jack, you could damage the tire and/or your vehicle. Always remove or restow a tire when the vehicle is on the ground.

2. To remove the

underbody-mounted spare, insert the chisel end of the wheel wrench, on an angle, into the hoist shaft hole in the rear bumper. Be sure the chisel end of the wheel wrench connects into the hoist shaft.

3. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire. Keep turning the wheel wrench until the spare tire has been completely lowered. Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening. Pull the tire out from under the vehicle.

If you drive away before the spare tire or

Notice: secondary latch system cable has been reinstalled, you could damage your vehicle. Always reinstall this cable before driving your vehicle. If you have an inside-mounted spare tire, the tire must be removed in order to have access to the jack storage. To remove an inside-mounted spare tire, reach into your tire’s cover and unscrew the wing nut at the center of the wheel. Remove it and the retainer. Unhook the tire from the mounting bracket and remove the cover. To remove a rear-mounted spare tire, first make sure that the carrier arm is fully-latched to the tailgate. Then remove the spare tire cover.

If you have this feature, the locking wheel nut can be removed by snapping the rubber weather cover off the face of the lock case.

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Insert the key and pull the lock case straight off. It is not necessary to turn the key.

Put the spare tire near the flat tire.

The tools you’ll be using include the jack (A) and wheel wrench (B). Your vehicle may also have an optional hub cap removal tool.

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Removing the Wheel Cover

Position the chisel end of your wheel wrench, or the hub cap removal tool (if equipped), in the notch of the hub cap and pry off the hub cap. Some of the molded plastic hub caps have imitation wheel nuts molded into them. The wheel wrench won’t fit these imitation nuts, so don’t try to remove them with the socket end of the wheel wrench.

If you have individual wheel nut caps that cover each nut, they must be removed in order to get to the wheel nuts. Use the socket end of the wheel wrench to remove the wheel nut caps. Your wheel nut caps may attach your hub cap to the wheel. Remove these wheel nut caps before you take off the hub cap.

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Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire

A. Front Frame Hole B. Rear Frame Hole (2–Door) or Spring Hanger Hole (4–Door)

1. Using the wheel wrench, loosen all the wheel nuts.

Don’t remove them yet.

2. Turn the jack handle clockwise to raise the jack lift

head.

3. Fit the jack into the appropriate hole nearest the

flat tire.

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{CAUTION:

Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.

{CAUTION:

Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle.

4. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle

clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit underneath the wheel well.

5. Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire.

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6. Remove any rust or dirt

from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel.

{CAUTION:

Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel could fall off, causing a serious accident.

7. Place the spare on the wheel mounting surface. 8. Put the nuts on by

hand. Make sure the rounded end is toward the wheel.

Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. If a nut can’t be turned by hand, use the wheel wrench and see your dealer as soon as possible.

{CAUTION:

Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if you need to, to get all the rust or dirt off.

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{CAUTION:

Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off. This could lead to an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts. If you have to replace them, be sure to get new GM original equipment wheel nuts. Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 100 lb-ft (140 Y).

9. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely.

10. Use the wrench to

tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown.

Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead

Notice: to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification.

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Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools

{CAUTION:

Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place.

Notice: An aluminum wheel with a flat tire should always be stored under the vehicle with the hoist. However, storing it that way for an extended period could damage the wheel. To avoid this, have the wheel repaired as soon as possible.

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Follow this diagram to store the underbody-mounted spare.

A. Retainer B. Valve Stem (Pointed Down) C. Spare or Flat Tire D. Spring E. Wheel Wrench F. Lower G. Raise H. Hoist Arm

1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle,

with the valve stem pointed down and to the rear.

2. Pull the retainer through the wheel. 3. Put the chisel end of the wheel wrench, on an angle, through the hole in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft.

4. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the

vehicle by turning the wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice. The spare tire hoist cannot be overtightened.

5. Make sure the tire is stored securely. Push, pull,

and then try to rotate or turn the tire. If the tire moves, use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable. Follow this diagram for the inside-mounted spare.

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Follow this diagram for the rear-mounted spare.

A. Wheel Carrier B. Spare or Flat Tire C. Wheel Nut and Locking Nut Cylinder (If Equipped)

6. Reinstall the locking wheel nut using the wheel wrench. Then push the lock case onto the lug nut until it stops. The key does not have to be inserted into the lock. Push the lock case to be sure it is secured. The special lug nut and lock case is not intended to be used on any road wheel, only on the spare wheel carrier. Tighten the nuts on the wheel carrier to 22 to 32 lb-ft (30 to 40 N·m).

A. Spare or Flat Tire B. Retainer C. Nut D. Wheel Carrier E. Hook

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Use the following diagram as a guide.

{CAUTION:

Make sure the tire and carrier are secure. Driving with the tire or carrier unlatched could injure pedestrians or damage the vehicle.

7. Return the jack, wheel wrench and wheel blocks to

the proper location in your vehicle’s rear area. Secure the items and replace the jack cover.

A. Retainer B. Rubber Band (Some Models) C. Jack Storage Cover D. Wheel Blocks E. Hub Cap Removal Tool (Some Models) F. Wheel Wrench G. Jack H. Jacking Instructions (roll and place instructions

above the jack after it is installed)

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Compact Spare Tire The compact spare tire is a temporary replacement tire made to perform at speeds up to 65 mph (105 km/h) and for distances up to 3,000 miles (5 000 km). With the compact spare installed, you can finish your trip and then have the damaged or flat road tire repaired or replaced. Of course, it’s best to repair or replace the damaged road tire as soon as you can. Your compact spare tire will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again. The compact spare may lose air after a time, so check the inflation pressure regularly. After installing the compact spare on your vehicle, stop as soon as possible and make sure it’s correctly inflated. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). Don’t use your compact spare tire on other vehicles and don’t mix your compact spare tire or wheel with other wheels or tires, they won’t fit. Keep your compact spare and its wheel together. Don’t include the compact spare in your tire rotation. Notice: When the compact spare is installed, don’t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails. That can damage the tire and wheel, and maybe other parts of your vehicle.

Spare Tire Your vehicle, when new, had a fully inflated spare tire. A spare tire, whether compact–size or full–size, may lose air over time, so check its inflation pressure regularly. See Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 5-69
and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-54 for information regarding proper tire inflation and loading your vehicle. For instruction on how to remove, install or store a spare tire, see Changing a Flat Tire on page 5-79. After installing the spare tire on your vehicle, you should stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare is correctly inflated. Have the damaged or flat road tire repaired or replaced as soon as you can and installed back onto your vehicle. This way, a spare tire will be available in case you need it again. Don’t mix tires and wheels of different sizes, because they won’t fit. Keep your spare tire and its wheel together. If your vehicle has the Xtreme™ Sport Appearance Package (RPO V4A), the spare tire is smaller than your vehicle’s original road tires, so don’t include the spare in the tire rotation.

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Appearance Care Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic. Others can burst into flames if you strike a match or get them on a hot part of the vehicle. Some are dangerous if you breathe their fumes in a closed space. When you use anything from a container to clean your vehicle, be sure to follow the manufacturer’s warnings and instructions. And always open your doors or windows when you are cleaning the inside. Never use these to clean your vehicle: (cid:127) Gasoline (cid:127) Benzene (cid:127) Naphtha (cid:127) Carbon Tetrachloride (cid:127) Acetone (cid:127) Paint Thinner

Turpentine Lacquer Thinner

(cid:127) Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous — some more than others — and they can all damage your vehicle, too.

Do not use any of these unless this manual says you can. In many uses, these will damage your vehicle: (cid:127) Alcohol

Laundry Soap

(cid:127) Bleach (cid:127) Reducing Agents

Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and loose dirt. Wipe vinyl, leather, plastic and painted surfaces with a clean, damp cloth. Cleaning Fabric/Carpet Your dealer has cleaners for the cleaning of fabric and carpet. They will clean normal spots and stains very well. You can get GM – approved cleaning products from your dealer. See Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-100.

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(cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Here are some cleaning tips: (cid:127) Always read the instructions on the cleaner label. (cid:127) Clean up stains as soon as you can – before

they set.

(cid:127) Carefully scrape off any excess stain. (cid:127) Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a clean

area often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn. If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning, clean the entire area immediately or it will set.

Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth. (cid:127) Rub with a clean, damp cloth to remove dirt. You

may have to do this more than once. Things like tar, asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you don’t get them off quickly. Use a clean cloth and vinyl cleaner. See your dealer for this product.

Cleaning Leather Use a soft cloth with lukewarm water and a mild soap or saddle soap and wipe dry with a soft cloth. Then, let the leather dry naturally. Do not use heat to dry.

For stubborn stains, use a leather cleaner.

(cid:127) Never use oils, varnishes, solvent-based or abrasive cleaners, furniture polish or shoe polish on leather.

(cid:127) Soiled or stained leather should be cleaned

immediately. If dirt is allowed to work into the finish, it can harm the leather.

Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel. Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions. Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge. Commercial cleaners may affect the surface finish.

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(cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Cleaning Wood Panels Use a clean cloth moistened in warm, soapy water (use mild dish washing soap). Dry the wood immediately with a clean cloth. Cleaning Glass Surfaces Glass should be cleaned often. GM Glass Cleaner or a liquid household glass cleaner will remove normal tobacco smoke and dust films on interior glass. See Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-100. Notice: glass surfaces on your vehicle, you could scratch the glass and/or cause damage to the rear window defogger and the integrated radio antenna. When cleaning the glass on your vehicle, use only a soft cloth and glass cleaner.

If you use abrasive cleaners when cleaning

Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry.

{CAUTION:

Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, it may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water.

Weatherstrips Silicone grease on weatherstrips will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. Apply silicone grease with a clean cloth at least every six months. During very cold, damp weather more frequent application may be required. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-33.

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Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle The paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depth of color, gloss retention and durability. Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle’s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water. Don’t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun. Use a car washing soap. Don’t use strong soaps or chemical detergents. Be sure to rinse the vehicle well, removing all soap residue completely. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. See Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-100. Don’t use cleaning agents that are petroleum based, or that contain acid or abrasives. All cleaning agents should be flushed promptly and not allowed to dry on the surface, or they could stain. Dry the finish with a soft, clean chamois or an all-cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting. High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle.

Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under “Washing Your Vehicle.” Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary to remove residue from the paint finish. You can get GM-approved cleaning products from your dealer. See Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials on page 5-100. If your vehicle has a “basecoat/clearcoat” paint finish. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that are non-abrasive and made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish. Notice: Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish may damage it. Use only non-abrasive waxes and polishes that are made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish on your vehicle.

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Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage your vehicle’s finish if they remain on painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as soon as possible. If necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter. Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather and chemical fallout that can take their toll over a period of years. You can help to keep the paint finish looking new by keeping your vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible. Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to keep their luster. Washing with water is all that is usually needed. However, you may use chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim, if necessary. Use special care with aluminum trim. To avoid damaging protective trim, never use auto or chrome polish, steam or caustic soap to clean aluminum. A coating of wax, rubbed to high polish, is recommended for all bright metal parts.

Cleaning the Windshield, Backglass and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with a full-strength glass cleaning liquid. The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water. Grime from the windshield will stick to the wiper blades and affect their performance. Clean the blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full-strength windshield washer solvent. Then rinse the blade with water. Check the wiper blades and clean them as necessary; replace blades that look worn.

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Cleaning Aluminum Wheels Keep your wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle. Don’t use strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, abrasive cleaners, cleaners with acid, or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface. Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels. Don’t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes. These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels.

Cleaning Tires To clean your tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing products on your vehicle may damage the paint finish and/or tires. When applying a tire dressing, always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on your vehicle.

Sheet Metal Damage If your vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or replacement, make sure the body repair shop applies anti-corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection. Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the warranty.

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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 avaliable 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 your 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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Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials See your GM dealer for more information on purchasing the following products.

Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials

(cont’d)

Description

Usage

Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials

Swirl Remover Polish

Description

Polishing Cloth Wax-Treated Tar and Road Oil Remover Chrome Cleaner and Polish White Sidewall Tire Cleaner

Vinyl Cleaner

Glass Cleaner

Chrome and Wire Wheel Cleaner

Finish Enhancer

Usage

Interior and exterior polishing cloth. Removes tar, road oil and asphalt. Use on chrome or stainless steel. Removes soil and black marks from whitewalls. Cleans vinyl tops, upholstery and convertible tops. Removes dirt, grime, smoke and fingerprints. Removes dirt and grime from chrome wheels and wire wheel covers. Removes dust, fingerprints, and surface contaminants. Spray on wipe off.

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Cleaner Wax

Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss

Wash Wax Concentrate

Spot Lifter

Odor Eliminator

Removes swirl marks, fine scratches and other light surface contamination. Removes light scratches and protects finish. Cleans, shines and protects in one easy step, no wiping necessary. Medium foaming shampoo. Cleans and lightly waxes. Biodegradable and phosphate free. Quickly and easily removes spots and stains from carpets, vinyl and cloth upholstery. Odorless spray odor eliminator used on fabrics, vinyl, leather and carpet.

See your General Motors parts department for these products. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-33.

Vehicle Identification

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration.

Engine Identification The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code. This code will help you identify your engine, specifications and replacement parts.

Service Parts Identification Label You’ll find this label on the inside of the glove box. It’s very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this label is:

your VIN, the model designation, paint information and a list of all production options and special equipment.

Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle.

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(cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice, the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If the overload is caused by some electrical problem, be sure to get it fixed.

Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other power accessories. When the current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or goes away.

Electrical System

Add-On Electrical Equipment Notice: Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should. Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle, see Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-57.

Headlamps The headlamp wiring is protected by an internal circuit breaker. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and off, or in some cases to remain off. If this happens, have your headlamp wiring checked right away.

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Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating. If you ever have a problem on the road and don’t have a spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same amperage. Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without — like the radio or cigarette lighter — and use its fuse, if it is the correct amperage. Replace it as soon as you can.

Instrument Panel Fuse Block

The instrument panel fuse block is located at the end of the instrument panel on the driver’s side of the vehicle.

Remove the cover by turning the fastener counterclockwise. Extra fuses and the fuse extractor are provided in the cover. To reinstall the fuse panel cover, push in and turn the fastener clockwise.

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Fuse

10

Usage Not Used Not Used Not Used Cigarette Lighter, Data Link Connector Cruise Control Module and Switch, Body Control Module, Heated Seats Gages, Body Control Module, Instrument Panel Cluster Parking Lamps, Power Window Switch, Body Control Module, Ashtray Lamp Steering Wheel Radio Controls Headlamps Switch, Body Control Module, Headlamp Relay Courtesy Lamps, Battery Run-Down Protection Heating, Ventilation, Air Cooling Control Head (Manual) Turn Signal

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Fuse

11
12
13
14

15

16
17
18
19
20

21

22
23
24

Usage Cluster, Engine Control Module Interior Lights Auxiliary Power Power Locks Motor 4WD Switch, Engine Controls (VCM, PCM, Transmission) Supplemental Inflatable Restraint Front Wiper Steering Wheel Radio Controls Radio, Battery Amplifier Heating, Ventilation, Air Cooling (Manual), Heating,Ventilation, Air Cooling (Automatic), Heating, Ventilation, Air Cooling Sensors (Automatic) Anti-Lock Brakes Rear Wiper Radio, Ignition

Engine Compartment Fuse Block

The engine compartment fuse block is located under the hood on the driver’s side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. Remove the cover by turning the fastener counterclockwise. To reinstall the fuse panel cover, push in and turn the fastener clockwise.

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Fuse

Usage Left Turn Signal Front

LT TURN HDLP W/W Not Used

LT TRN RT TRN RR PRK TRL PRK LTHDLP RTHDLP FRPRK INT BAT

ENG I

ECM B

ABS ECM I F/PUMP

DRL A/C

HORN

W/W PMP

HORN

Left Turn Signal Rear Right Turn Signal Rear Right Rear Parking Lamps Trailer Park Lamps Left Headlamp Right Headlamp Front Parking Lamps Instrument Panel Fuse Block Feed Engine Sensors/Solenoids, MAF, CAM, PURGE, VENT Engine Control Module, Fuel Pump Module, Oil Pressure Anti-Lock Brake System Engine Control Module Injectors Fuel Pump Daytime Running Lamps Air Conditioning Horn Not Used Horn

Fuse

TRL TRN TRR TRN TRL B/U VEH B/U

HDLP PWR RT TURN

Usage Trailer Left Turn Trailer Right Turn Trailer Back Up Lamps Vehicle Back Up Lamps Headlamp Power Right Turn Signal Front

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Fuse

BTSI

B/U LP IGN B

STARTER

RAP

LD LEV OXYSEN

IGN E

MIR/LKS FOG LP IGN A

STUD #2
PARKLP LR PRK

LIFTGLASS

IGN C

Usage Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Back Up Lamps Column Feed, Ignition 2, 3, 4
Starter Retained Accessory Power Not Used Oxygen Sensor Engine Mirrors, Door Locks Fog Lamps Starting and Charging Ignition 1
Accessory Feeds, Electric Brake Parking Lamps Left Rear Parking Lamps Liftglass Starter Solenoid, Fuel Pump, PRNDL

Fuse

HTDSEAT

HVAC

TRCHMSL RRDFOG

TBC

CRANK CHMSL HAZLP

VECHMSL

Usage Heated Seat Heating, Ventilation, Air Cooling System Trailer Center High Mount Stop Light Rear Defogger Truck Body Computer Clutch Switch, NSBU Switch Center High Mounted Stoplamp Hazard Lamps Vehicle Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp

HTDMIR

RR DEFOG Rear Defogger Heated Mirror Transfer Case (Four-Wheel Drive) Stop Lamps Rear Window Wiper

STOPLP RR W/W

ATC

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Capacities and Specifications VORTEC™ 4300

Engine

VIN Code

Spark Plug Gap

Firing Order

0.060 inches (1.52 mm)

1–6–5–4–3–2

Wheels and Tires Wheel Nut Torque

Tire Pressure

100 lb-ft (140 N· m)

See the Certification/Tire label. See “Loading Your

Vehicle” in the Index.

Capacities Please refer to Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-33 for more information.

Application

Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Cooling System*

Automatic Transmission

Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission (Drain and Refill)*

Differential Fluid*

Front Rear

Engine Oil with Filter* Fuel Tank (2–Door Models) Fuel Tank (4–Door Models) *All capacities are approximate. After refill, the level must be checked.

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Capacities

English 1.8 lbs

13.8 quarts 14.1 quarts

5.0 quarts

2.6 pints 4.0 pints 4.5 quarts 19.0 gallons 18.0 gallons

Metric .79 kg

13.1 L 13.3 L

4.7 L

1.2 L 1.9 L 4.3 L 72.0 L 68.0 L

Section 6

Maintenance Schedule

Maintenance Schedule ......................................6-2
Introduction ...................................................6-2
Maintenance Requirements ..............................6-2
Your Vehicle and the Environment ....................6-2
How This Section is Organized .........................6-3
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services ...........6-4
Using Your Maintenance Schedule ....................6-4
Selecting the Right Schedule ...........................6-5
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance ..............6-6
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance ......6-18
Part B: Owner Checks and Services ................6-26
At Each Fuel Fill ..........................................6-26
At Least Once a Month .................................6-26
At Least Twice a Year ...................................6-27
At Least Once a Year ...................................6-28

Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections .........6-31
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle

Boot and Seal Inspection ............................6-31
Exhaust System Inspection ............................6-31
Fuel System Inspection ..................................6-31
Engine Cooling System Inspection ...................6-31
Throttle System Inspection .............................6-32
Transfer Case and Front Axle

(Four-Wheel Drive) Inspection .....................6-32
Brake System Inspection ................................6-32
Part D: Recommended Fluids and

Lubricants ................................................6-33
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ..........6-35
Engine Drive Belt Routing ..............................6-36
Part E: Maintenance Record ...........................6-37

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Maintenance Schedule

Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level and change as recommended.

Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plan supplements your new vehicle warranties. See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details.

Maintenance Requirements Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep your vehicle in good working condition. Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty.

Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition, but also helps the environment. Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe. Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle. To help protect our environment, and to keep your vehicle in good condition, be sure to maintain your vehicle properly.

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How This Section is Organized This maintenance schedule is divided into five parts: “Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services” explains what to have done and how often. Some of these services can be complex, so unless you are technically qualified and have the necessary equipment, you should let your GM dealer’s service department do these jobs. Your GM dealer has GM-trained and supported service people that will perform the work using genuine GM parts.

{CAUTION:

Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can be seriously injured. Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know-how and the proper tools and equipment for the job. If you have any doubt, have a qualified technician do the work.

If you want to get the service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-11. “Part B: Owner Checks and Services” tells you what should be checked and when. It also explains what you can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good condition. “Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections” explains important inspections that your dealer’s service department can perform for you. “Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” lists some recommended products necessary to help keep your vehicle properly maintained. These products, or their equivalents, should be used whether you do the work yourself or have it done. “Part E: Maintenance Record” is a place for you to record and keep track of the maintenance performed on your vehicle. Keep your maintenance receipts. They may be needed to qualify your vehicle for warranty repairs.

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Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services In this part are scheduled maintenance services which are to be performed at the mileage intervals specified.

Using Your Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condition. But we do not know exactly how you will drive it. You may drive very short distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather. You may use your vehicle in making deliveries. Or you may drive it to work, to do errands or in many other ways. Because of all the different ways people use their vehicles, maintenance needs vary. You may need more frequent checks and replacements. So please read the following and note how you drive. If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition, see your dealer. This part tells you the maintenance services you should have done and when to schedule them.

When you go to your dealer for your service needs, you will know that GM-trained and supported service people will perform the work using genuine GM parts. The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in Part D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses these. All parts should be replaced and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone else drives the vehicle. These schedules are for vehicles that:

carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits. You will find these limits on the tire and loading information label. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-54. are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits. are driven off-road in the recommended manner. See Off-Road Driving with Your Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicle on page 4-15. use the recommended fuel. See Gasoline Octane on page 5-4.

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(cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) (cid:127) Selecting the Right Schedule First you will need to decide which of the two schedules is right for your vehicle. Here is how to decide which schedule to follow: Short Trip/City Definition Follow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance if any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle: (cid:127) Most trips are less than 5 miles (8 km). This is

particularly important when outside temperatures are below freezing.

(cid:127) Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent

driving in stop-and-go traffic).

(cid:127) You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top

of your vehicle. If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police, taxi or other commercial application.

One of the reasons you should follow this schedule if you operate your vehicle under any of these conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil to break down sooner.

Short Trip/City Intervals

Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs first). Chassis Lubrication (or 3 months, whichever occurs first). Drive Axle Service.

Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Tire Rotation.

Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection. Automatic Transmission Service (severe conditions only).

Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Engine Air Cleaner Filter Replacement. Fuel Filter Replacement.

Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transmission Service (normal conditions). Automatic Transfer Case Only: Transfer Case Fluid Change.

Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Inspection.

Every 150 000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System Service (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first). Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection. These intervals only summarize maintenance services. Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages.

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(cid:127) Long Trip/Highway Definition Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of the conditions from the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance are true. Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area or used off paved roads. Use the Short Trip/City schedule for these conditions. Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under highway conditions will cause engine oil to break down slower. Long Trip/Highway Intervals

Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). Chassis Lubrication (or 12 months, whichever occurs first). Drive Axle Service. Tire Rotation.

Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection. Automatic Transmission Service (severe conditions only).

Every 30,000 Miles (50 000 km): Fuel Filter Replacement. Engine Air Cleaner Filter Replacement.

Every 50,000 Miles (83 000 km): Automatic Transmission Service (normal conditions). Automatic Transfer Case Only: Transfer Case Fluid Change.

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Every 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Spark Plug Replacement. Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Inspection.

Every 150,000 Miles (240 000 km): Cooling System Service (or every 60 months, whichever occurs first). Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection. These intervals only summarize maintenance services. Be sure to follow the complete scheduled maintenance on the following pages.

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km) for the life of this vehicle. See Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 6-26
and Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6-31.

Footnotes † The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded. # Lubricate the front suspension, ball joints, steering linkage, parking brake cable guides, propshaft splines, universal joints and brake pedal springs. + A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation. See Brake System Inspection on page 6-32. ** Drive axle service. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-33 for proper lubricant to use: (cid:127) Check fluid level and add fluid as needed. If driving

in dusty areas or when towing a trailer, drain fluid and refill every 15,000 miles (25 000 km). If your vehicle has a locking differential, drain fluid and refill at first engine oil change.

(cid:127) More frequent lubrication may be required for

heavy-duty or off-road use.

3,000 Miles (5 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.) 6,000 Miles (10 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

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(cid:127) ❑ ❑ 9,000 Miles (15 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

12,000 Miles (20 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

15,000 Miles (25 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever comes first). (See footnote #.) Inspect engine air cleaner filter. If necessary, replace the filter. If vehicle is driven in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect filter at every engine oil change. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information.An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ 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.

If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km).

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❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 18,000 Miles (30 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

24,000 Miles (40 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

21,000 Miles (35 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

27,000 Miles (45 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

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❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 30,000 Miles (50 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service.

(See footnote †.)

❑ Replace engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service.

❑ 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.

If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km).

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❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

33,000 Miles (55 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

36,000 Miles (60 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ ❑ ❑ 39,000 Miles (65 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

42,000 Miles (70 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

45,000 Miles (75 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ 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.

If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km).

Inspect engine air cleaner filter. If necessary, replace the filter. If vehicle is driven in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect filter at every engine oil change. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information.An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.)

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❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 48,000 Miles (80 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

50,000 Miles (83 000 km)

If you have not used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and, therefore, have not changed your automatic transmission fluid, change both the fluid and filter.

Manual transmission fluid does not require change. ❑ Automatic Transfer Case Only: Change transfer

case fluid.

51,000 Miles (85 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

54,000 Miles (90 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

57,000 Miles (95 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

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❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ 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.

If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km). ❑ Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service.

(See footnote †.)

❑ Replace engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service.

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

63,000 Miles (105 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

66,000 Miles (110 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

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❑ ❑ ❑ 69,000 Miles (115 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

72,000 Miles (120 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

75,000 Miles (125 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service.

Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ 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.

If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km).

Inspect engine air cleaner filter. If necessary, replace the filter. If vehicle is driven in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect filter at every engine oil change. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information.An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

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❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 78,000 Miles (130 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

84,000 Miles (140 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

81,000 Miles (135 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

87,000 Miles (145 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

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❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service.

(See footnote †.)

❑ Replace engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service.

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

93,000 Miles (155 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

90,000 Miles (150 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ 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.

If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km).

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❑ ❑ 96,000 Miles (160 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

99,000 Miles (165 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

100,000 Miles (166 000 km)

Inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service.

❑ Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service.

If you have not used your vehicle under severe service conditions listed previously and, therefore, have not changed your automatic transmission fluid, change both the fluid and filter.

Manual transmission fluid does not require change. ❑ Automatic Transfer Case Only: Change transfer

case fluid. Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve. An Emission Control Service.

150,000 Miles (240 000 km) ❑ Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every

60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). See Engine Coolant on page 5-24 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service.

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❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles (166 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles (166 000 km) at the same intervals for the life of this vehicle. The services shown at 150,000 miles (240 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval after 150,000 miles (240 000 km) for the life of this vehicle. See Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 6-26
and Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on page 6-31. Footnotes † The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded.

# Lubricate the front suspension, ball joints, steering linkage, parking brake cable guides, propshaft splines, universal joints and brake pedal springs. + A good time to check your brakes is during tire rotation. See Brake System Inspection on page 6-32. ** Drive axle service. See Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-33 for proper lubricant to use. (cid:127) Check fluid level and add fluid as needed.

If your vehicle has a locking differential, drain fluid and refill at first engine oil change.

7,500 Miles (12 500 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

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(cid:127) ❑ 15,000 Miles (25 000 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.) Inspect engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-18 for more information. An Emission Control Service. (See footnote †.) ❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ 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.

If you do not use your vehicle under any of these conditions, change the fluid and filter every 50,000 miles (83 000 km). ❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

22,500 Miles (37 500 km) ❑ Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,

whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. Lubricate chassis components (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). (See footnote #.)

❑ Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as

needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for leaking. (See footnote **.)

❑ Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on

page 5-70 for proper rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

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