1994 Chevrolet S10 Owners Manual

4 S - I O P I C K - U P O W N E R ' S M A N U A L

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INTRODUCTION 1994 Chevrolet S-IO Pickup Owner's Manual Welcome This manual was prepared to acquaint you with the operation and maintenance of your 1994 Chevrolet S-10 Pickup and to provide important safety information. There is also a Chevrolet Truck Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet. In some vehicles, there can be information manuals from other manufacturers like body builders or special equipment companies. We urge you to review all these publications carefully. This will help you enjoy safe and trouble-free operation of your vehicle. When it comes to service, keep in mind that your Chevrolet dealer knows your vehicle best and is interested in your complete satisfaction. Your dealer invites you to return for all of your service needs both during and after the warranty period. Remember, if you have a concern and need help handling satisfaction, see the procedure in the Chevrolet Truck Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet. Thanks for choosing a Chevrolet product. We value you as a member of the Chevrolet family. We want to assure you of our continuing interest in your pleasure and satisfaction with your vehicle.

it to your

Chevrolet Motor Division

30007 Van Dyke Ave.

General Motors Corporation

Warren, Michigan

'Copyright 1993 General Motors Corporation, Chevrolet Motor Division.

All Rights Reserved

Second Edition

Printed in U.S.A.

Important Notes to Owners and Drivers . . . .About This Manual: Please keep this manual in your vehicle so it will be there if you ever need it when you’re on the road. If you sell the vehicle, please leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it. This manual includes the latest information at the time reserve the right to make changes in further notice. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Limited” for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in this manual. For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual: Aux proprietaires canadiens: Vous pouvez vous procurer un exemplaire de ce guide en francais chez votre concessionaire ou au DGN Marketing Services Ltd., 1500 Bonhill Rd., Mississauga, Ontario L5T 1C7.

it was printed. We the product after that time without

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General Motors, GM and the GM Emblem, Chevrolet and the Chevrolet Emblem, and S-10 are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation.

Model Reference This manual covers these models:

REGULAR CAB

CLUB COUPE / EXTENDED CAB

Table of Contents Introduction - How to Use this Manual This section tells you how to use your manual and includes safety and vehicle damage warnings and symbols.

Section 1 - Seats and Safety Restraints

This section tells you how to use your seats and safety restraints properly.

Section 2 - Features & Controls Section 3 - Comfort Controls & Audio Systems

This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle.

This section tells you how to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system. Section 4 - Your Driving and the Road

Here you’ll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions.

Section 5 - Problems on the Road

This section tells you what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or engine overheating. Section 6 - Service & Appearance Care

Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good.

Section 7- Scheduled Maintenance Services

This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use.

Section 8 - Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact your GM division for assistance and how to get service publications. It also gives you information on “Reporting Safety Defects” on page 8-4.

Index

Here’s an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. You can use it to quickly find something you want to read.

How to Use This Manual Many people read their owner’s manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle. This will help you learn about the features and controls for your vehicle. In this manual, you’ll find that pictures and words work together to explain things quickly. INDEX: A good place to look for what you need is the Index in back of the manual. It’s an alphabetical list of all that’s in the manual, and the page number where you’ll find it. SECTIONS 1-6: Each section of this manual begins with a brief contents, so you can often find at a glance if a section contains the information you want. SECTION 7: This section of the manual covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. SECTION 8 CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE: This section includes important information about reporting safety defects and gives you details about the “Roadside Assistance” program. You will also find customer satisfaction phone numbers (including customer satisfaction numbers for the hearing and speech impaired) as well as We’ve also included ordering information for service publications in this section.

the mediatiodarbitration procedure.

list of its

Safety Warnings and Symbols You will find a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box with gray background and the word CAUTION to tell you about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning.

In the gray caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard. Please read these cautions. you don’t, you or others could be hurt. You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book. This safety symbol means “Don’t,” “Don’t do this,” or “Don’t let this happen.”

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Vehicle Damage Warnings

in this book 3u wi:

ind these notices:

I NOTICE: I These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle.

In the notice area, we tell you about something that can damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by your warranty, and it could be costly. But the notice will tell you^ what to do to help avoid the damage. When you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words. You’ll also see warning labels on your vehicle. They use yellow for cautions, blue for notices and the words CAUTION or NOTICE.

Vehicle Symbols These are some of the symbols you will find on your vehicle. For example, these symbols are used on an original battery:

Cautran

Possible Injury

Protect Eyes by Shielding

Caustic Battery Acid Sould Cause Burns

Spark or Flame Could

Explode Battery

Avoid Sparks

or Flames

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These symbols are important for you and your passengers whenever vour vehicle is driven:

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Door LocwUnlock

Fasten Safety Belts

These symbols have to do with your lights:

Master Lighting

Switch

Turn Signal

Direction **.*:o

Headlight High Beam

Hazard Warning

Flasher

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Parking Lights

Daytime

Running Lights

I Fog Lights

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These symbols are on some of your controls:

Windshield

Washer

Windshield Defroster

Windshield

Wiper

Off

Ventilating Fan

These symbols are used on warning and indicator lights:

Engine Coolant

Temperature

Battery Charging

System

Fuel

Engine Oil Pressure

SHIFT I

Shift Light

BRAKE

Brake

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ler symbols you may see:

Fuse

Hood Release

Lighter

Horn

Seats & Restraint Systems

Section

Here you'll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts properly . You can also learn about some things you should not do with safety belts . Seats and Seat Controls ...................................... Head Restraints .......................................... Safety Belts: They're for Everyone ............................. ...................................

1-2 1-6 1-7 Why Safety Belts Work 1-8 Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12 Adults ................................................... 1-12 Driver Position ......................................... 1-13 Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13 1-19 1-19 1-20 1-20 1-21 1-23 Smaller Children and Babies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23 ........................................ Child Restraints 1-25 LargerChildren ......................................... 1-30 Safety Belt Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-33 Checking Your Restraint Systems ............................. 1-33 Replacing Safety Belts After a Crash .......................... 1-33

Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy .......................... Right Front Passenger Position ............................. Center Passenger Position ................................. LapBelt ............................................ ............................. Children .................................................

Rear Seat Passenger Positions

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Seats and Seat Controls This section tells you about the seats-how and down. Front Seat (Except Easy Entry)

to adjust them, and fold them up

Move the lever under the front of the seat to your left to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it. Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place.

Move the lever under the front of the seat up to unlock it. Slide the seat to where you want it. Then release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place.

Front Seat (Easy Entry Only)

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Reclining Front Seatbacks (Bucket Seats or 60/40 Bench)

To adjust the seatback, lift the lever on the outer side of the seat. Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want it. Pull up on the lever and the seat will go to an upright position.

But don't have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving.

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Front Seatback Latches The front seatback folds forward to let people get into the back seat or reach the storage area behind the seat. Your seatback will move back and forth freely, unless you come to a sudden stop. Then it will lock in place. There’s one time the seatback may not fold without some help from you. That’s if your vehicle is parked going down a fairly steep hill.

To fold a front seatback forward, push the seatback toward the rear as you lift this latch. Then the seatback will fold forward. The latch must be down for the seat to work properly.

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Easy Entry Seat (Extended Cab)

The right front bucket or split-bench seat of your vehicle makes it easy to get in and out of the rear vehicle area.

When you tilt the right front seatback fully forward, the whole seat will slide forward.

0 After someone gets into the rear seat area, move the right front

seatback to its original position. Then move the seat rearward until it locks.

To get out, again tilt the seatback fully forward.

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Jump Seat (Extended Cab Models)

STORED POSITION

FOLDED-DOWN POSITION

Your extended cab pickup has jump seats in the rear area. To fold the jump seat down, pull down on the handle on the bottom of the seat until the seat is in place, then move the seatback to a vertical position. To store the seat, fold the seatback down on the cushion, then push the entire seat up until it is flush with the trim panels. Don’t let the safety belts be damaged by the hinges or the latches. Safety belts should be folded and stored between the seat cushion and seatback.

Head Restraints

The head restraints in this vehicle are not adjustable.

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Safety Belts: They’re For Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts.

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This figure lights up as a reminder to bucklk up. (See “Safety Belt Reminder Light” in the Index.) In many states and Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here’s why: They work. You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be buckled up a person wouldn’t survive. But most crashes are in between. In many of them, people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away. Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed.

so serious that even

After more than 25 years of safety belts in vehicles, the facts are clear. In most crashes buckling up does matter ... a lot!

Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes.

For example, if the bike is going 10 mph (16 km/h), so is the child.

When the bike hits block9 it stops. But child keeps going!

the the

Put someone on it.

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Get it up to speed. Then stop the “vehicle.” The rider

The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield . . .

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With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. IOU get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That’s why safety belts make such good sense. Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts - and the Answers Q t Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after an accident

I’m wearing a

safety belt?

A: You could be - whether you’re wearing a safety belt or not. But you

can easily unbuckle a safety belt, even if you’re upside down. And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted.

Q : Why don ’t they just put in air bags so people won’t have to wear

safety belts?

A: Air bags are in some vehicles today and will be in more of them in the future. But they are supplemental systems only - so they work with safety belts, not instead of them. Every air bag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts. Even if you’re in a vehicle that has air bags, you still have to buckle up to get the most protection. That’s true not only in frontal collisions, but especially other collisions.

in side and

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0: If I’m a good drive4 and I never drive farfium home, why should I A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you’re in an accident - even

wear safety belts?

one that isn’t your fault - you and your passengers can be hurt. Being a good driver doesn’t protect you from things beyond your control, such as bad drivers. Most accidents occur within 25 miles (40 km) of home. And the greatest number of serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph (65 km/h). Safety belts are for everyone.

Safety Belt Reminder Light

When the key is turned to “Run” or “Start,” a light will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts. Unless the driver’s safety belt is already buckled, a tone will also sound. How To Wear Safety Belts Properly Adults This section is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller children and babies. If a child will be riding in your vehicle, see the section after this one, called “Children.” Follow those rules for everyone’s protection. rlrsz, you’ll want to know which restraint systems your vehicle has. We’ll start with the driver position.

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Driver Position This section describes the driver’s restraint system.

Lap-Shoulder Belt

The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat (to see how, see “Seats” in the Index) so you can sit up

straight.

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3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Don’t let it get twisted.

4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until

it clicks.

Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly

if you ever had to.

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5. To make the lap

part tight, pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt.

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The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones. And you’d be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, the belt would apply force at your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there’s a sudden stop or a crash. Q: What’s wrong with this?

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At The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearly as much protection

this way.

Q: What’s wrong with this?

A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.

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Q: What's wrong with this?

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A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It should be worn over the

shoulder at all times.

Q: What's wrong with this?

A: The belt is twisted across the body.

To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way.

' Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of the way. If you slam the

door on it, you can damage both the belt and your vehicle.

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Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously injured safety belts. A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the should be worn as low as possible throughout the pregnancy.

lap portion

if they don’t wear

The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s more likely that the fetus won’t be hurt pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly. Right Front Passenger Position

in a crash. For

The right front passenger’s safety belt works the same way as the driver’s safety belt. See “Driver Position,” earlier in this part. When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, it will lock. If it does, let it go back all the way and start again.

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Center Passenger Position (Bench Seat)

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Lap Belt If your vehicle has a bench seat, someone can

sit in the center position. When you sit in a center seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt.

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To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug.

Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt isn’t long enough, see “Safety Belt Extender” at the end of this section. Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. Rear Seat Passengers (Extended Cab Jump Seats)

Lap Belt These are reserve seating positions equipped with lap belts only. It’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up! Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts.

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Rear passengers who aren’t safety belted can be thrown out a crash. And they can strike others belts.

of the vehicle in in the vehicle who are wearing safety

Each jump seat has a lap belt with no retractor. To make the belt longer, tilt the latch plate a little and pull the belt.

To make it shorter, pull the belt as shown until it is snug.

Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of the driver’s safety belt (see “Driver Position” in the Index). Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. Don’t use child restraints on these seats. They won’t work properly.

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Children

Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! That includes infants and all children smaller than adult size. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle. Smaller Children and Babies

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Child Restraints Be sure to follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both. These restraints use the belt system in your vehicle, but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury. The instructions that come with the infant or child restraint will show you how to do that. in the center (except 60/40 The child restraint must be secured properly bench seat) or right front passenger seat. If you have a 60/40 split bench seat, you must use the right Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people secure any child restraint in your vehicle - even when nQ. child is in it. Top Strap

in the vehicle. Be sure to properly

front passenger seat.

If your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored.

If you need to have an anchor installed, you can ask your vehicle dealer to put it in for you. If you want to install an anchor yourself, your dealer can tell you how to do it.

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Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position (Bench Seat - Except 60/40 Bench Seat)

Don’t use child restraints in the center position of a 60140 bench seat.

When you secure a child restraint in a center seating position, you’ll be using the lap belt. See the earlier section about the top strap if the child restraint has one.

1. Make the belt as long as possible by tilting the latch plate and pulling it along the belt.

2. Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions for the child

restraint.

3. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say. 4. Run the vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child

restraint instructions will show you how.

5. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.

6. To tighten the belt, pull its free end while you push down on the child

restraint.

7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is the latch plate over and

secure. If the child restraint isn’t secure, turn buckle it again. Then see if it is secure. If it isn’t, secure the restraint in a different place in the vehicle and contact the child restraint maker for their advice about how to attach the child restraint properly.

To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt. It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger. Jump Seats (Extended Cab) Don’t use child restraints in these positions. The restraints won’t work properly.

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60/40 Split Bench Seats 8

Don’t use a child restraint in this position. The restraint won’t work properly.

Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position

the top

You’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier section about strap if the child restraint has one. 1.

Put the restraint on the seat. Follow the instructions restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint as the instructions say. Pick up the latch plate, and run vehicle’s safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how.

the lap and shoulder portions of the

for the child

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If the shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face or neck, put it behind the child restraint.

4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to.

5. Pull the rest of

the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock.

6. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor while you push down on the child restraint.

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7 . Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure.

To remove the child restraint, just unbuckle the vehicle’s safety belt and let it go back all the way. The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work larger child passenger. Larger Children

for an adult or

Children who have outgrown child restraints should wear the vehicle’s safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit next wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide.

to a window so the child can

Children who aren’t buckled up can be thrown out in a crash.

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0 Children who aren't buckled up can strike other people who are.

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Q: What if a child is wearing a lap-shoulder belt, but the child is so

small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child’s face or neck?

A: Move the child toward the center of the vehicle, but be sure that the

shoulder belt still is on the child’s shoulder, so that in a crash the If the child’s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide. child is so small that the shoulder belt is still very close to the child’s face or neck, you might want to place the child in a seat that has a lap belt, if your vehicle has one.

Wherever the child sits, the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the child’s thighs. This applies belt force to the child’s pelvic bones in a crash.

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Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to fasten, your dealer will order you an extender. It’s free. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you. The extender will be just for you, and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose. Don’t let someone else use it, and use it only for the seat it is made to fit. To wear it, just attach it to the regular safety belt. Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, anchorages and reminder systems are working properly. Look for any loose parts or damage. If you see anything that might keep a restraint system from doing its job, have it repaired. Replacing Safety Belts After a Crash If you’ve had a crash, do you need new belts? After a very minor collision, nothing may be necessary. But if the belts were stretched, as they would be if worn during a more severe crash, then you need new belts. If you ever see a label on the driver’s safety belt that says to replace the belt, be sure to do so. Then the new belt will be there to help protect you in an accident. You would see this label on the belt near the door opening.

If belts are cut or damaged, replace them. Collision damage also may mean you will need to have safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt wasn’t being used at the time of the collision.

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Q: What’s wrong with this?

A: The belt is torn. Torn or frayed belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away. Before replacing any safety belt, see your dealer for the correct part number. You’ll need the model year and model number for your vehicle. The model year is on your title and registration. And you can find the model number on the CertificatiodTire label of your vehicle. See “CertificatiodTire Label” in the Index.

The model number on the replacement belt must be listed on the safety belt you want to replace. Pull shoulder belt all the way out

to see this label.

Features & Controls

Section .

.............................. SideDoors ............................................. DoorLocks ............................................. Tailgate ................................................

Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle. and information on starting. shifting. and braking . Also explained are the instrument panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is working properly- and what to do if you have a problem Introduction . For explanation of vehicle symbols. refer to “Vehicle Symbols” in the Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Your Doors and How They Work 2-5 2-5 2-6 2-7 Theft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Ignitionswitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10 Starting Your Engine ....................................... 2-12 Driving Through Deep Standing Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14 2-16 2-19 2-21 2-21 2-24 2-25 Running Your Engine While You’re Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-26

.................................... Automatic Transmission Five-Speed Manual Transmission ............................. LockingRearAxle ......................................... ParkingBrake ............................................ Parking Over Things That Burn ............................... EngineExhaust ...........................................

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Four-wheel Drive ......................................... Manual Transfer Case .................................... Electronic Transfer Case .................................. Windows ................................................ Horn .................................................... TiltWheel ............................................... Turn SignaYMultifunction Lever .............................. Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator ...................... ............................... Headlight High-Low Beam Windshield Wipers ...................................... Windshield Washer ...................................... Cruise Control .......................................... Lights ................................................... Mirrors .................................................. Accessory Power Outlets .................................... Cigarette LightedAshtray ................................... Storage Compartments ...................................... Instrument Cluster ......................................... Wamrng Lights, Gages and Indicators .......................

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Keys

The square-shaped key is for the ignition only.

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The oval-shaped key is for the doors and all other locks.

When a new vehicle is delivered, the dealer removes the plugs~ffom the keys, and gives them to the first owner. Each plug has a code on it that tells your dealer or a qualified locksmith how to make extra keys. Keep the plugs in a safe place. If you lose your keys, you'll be able to have new ones made easily using these plugs.

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NOTICE: Your vehicle has a number of new features that can help prevent theft. But you can have a lot of trouble getting into your vehide if' you ever lock your keys inside. You may even have to damage your vehicle to get in. So be sare you have extra keys.

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Your Doors And How They Work Side Doors

To open the door from the outside, lift the handle and pull the door open.

To open the door from the inside, pull the lever toward you and push the door open.

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Door Locks

There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle:

From the outside: Use your door key.

From the inside: To lock the door, slide the lever on your inside door to LOCK. To unlock the door, slide the lever on your inside door toward you. You will see a red area on the lever.

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Power Door Locks

If your vehicle has power door locks, push LOCK on the power door lock switch on either front door. This switch will lock all the doors at once.

To unlock the doors, push on the raised area next to the key symbol. Leaving Your Vehicle If you are leaving the vehicle, take your keys, open your do-or and set the locks from inside. Then get out and close the door. Tailgate

You can open the tailgate by pulling up on the handle while pulling the tailgate down. When you put the tailgate back up, be sure it latches securely.

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Tailgate Removal

1.

Raise the tailgate slightly and remove both retaining cables.

2.

Lift the tailgate at the right side and pull it out at the left side. Reverse the procedure to reinstall. Make sure the tailgate is secure.

Theft Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features, we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can help. Key in the Ignition If you walk away from your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy target for joy riders or professional thieves - so don’t do it. When you park your vehicle and open the driver’s door, you’ll hear a chime reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you. Always do this. Your steering wheel will be locked, and so will your ignition. If you have an automatic transmission, taking your key out also locks your transmission. And remember to lock the doors.

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Parking at Night Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight. Put them in a storage area, or take them with you. Parking Lots If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’s best to lock it up and take your keys. But what if you have to leave your ignition key? What if you have to leave something valuable in your vehicle?

Put your valuables in a storage area, like your glove box. Lock all the doors except the driver’s. Then take the door key with you. New Vehicle “Break-In”

NOTICE: Your modern vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate ‘70reak-in.” But it will perform better in the long run if‘ you follow these guidelines:

Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for the first 500 miles (804 km). Don’t drive at any one speed - fast or slow - for the first 500 miles (804 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts. Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles (322 km) or so. During this time your new brake linings aren’t yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this “b’reaking-in” guideline every time you get new brake linings.

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Ignition Switch Use your ignition key to start your vehicle. The ignition key lets you turn the ignition switch to five different positions.

1. OFF 2. RUN 3. START 4. ACC 5. LOCK

ACC (Accessory): ACC lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off. To get into ACC, push in the key and turn it toward you. Your steering wheel will remain locked, was before you inserted the key.

just as it

NOTICE: Prolonged operation of accessories in the ACC position could from starting your vehicle. drain vour battery and prevent you

LOCK: This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transmission. It’s a theft deterrent feature. You will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK. OFF: This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering wheel. Use OFF if you must have your vehicle in motion while the engine is off (for example, if your vehicle is being pushed). RUN: This is the position for driving. START: This starts your engine.

NOTICE: If your key seems stuck in “Lockyy and you can’t turn it, be sure it is all the way in. If it is, then turn the steering wheel Ieft and right while you turn the key hard. But turn the key only with your hand. Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch. If none of this works, then your vehide needs service.

Key Release Lever

The ignition key cannot be removed from the ignition of manual transmission vehwles unless the key release lever is used.

To Remove the Key Turn the key to the LOCK position while pressing the key release lever down at the same time. Keeping your finger on the lever, pull the key straight out. On automatic transmission vehicles, turn the key to LOCK and pull it straight out.

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Starting Your Engine Engines start differently. The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) shows the code letter or number for your engine. You will find the VIN at the top left of your instrument panel. (See “Vehicle Identification Number” in the Index.) Follow the proper steps to start the engine. Automatic transmission: Move your shift lever to “P” (Park) or “ N ’ (Neutral). Your engine won’t start in any other position - that’s a safety feature. To restart when you’re already moving, use “N” (Neutral) only.

NOTICE: Don’t try to shift to “P” (Park) if your vehicle is moving. If you do, you could damage the transmission. Shift to “P” (Park) only when your vehicle is stopped.

Manual transmission: Hold the clutch pedal to the floor, then shift your gear selector to neutral while starting the engine. Your vehicle won’t start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down - that’s a safety feature. To start your 2.2 Liter engine: 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to “Start.”

When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm.

NOTICE: Holding your key in “Start” for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor.

2. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be

flooded with too much gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding for about three seconds. If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, do the same thing, but this time keep the pedal down six seconds. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine.

it there as you hold the key in “Start”

for five or

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NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the fuel injection system operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly. If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle. See “Towing Your Vehicle” in the Index.

To start your 4.3 Liter engine: 1. Without pushing the accelerator pedal, turn your ignition key to “Start.”

When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm.

NOTICE: Holding your key in “Start” for longer than 15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can damage your starter motor.

2. If it doesn’t start right away, hold your key in “Start.” If it doesn’t start

in three seconds, push the accelerator pedal about one-quarter of the way down for 12 more seconds, or until it starts.

3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then stops), it could be

flooded with too much gasoline. Try this: Wait 15 seconds to let the starter motor cool down. Then push your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor. Hold it there. Then, hold the key in “Start” for no more than ten seconds. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. If the engine still doesn’t start, wait another 15 seconds and do it all again. When the engine starts, let go of the key and the accelerator pedal.

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NOTICE: Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the fuel injection system operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you don’t, your engine might not perform properly. If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see the part of this manual that tells how to do it without damaging your vehicle. See “Towing Your Vehicle” in the Index.

Driving Through Deep Standing Water

NOTICE: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine’s air intake and badly damage your engine. If you can’t avoid deep puddles or standing water, drive through them very slowly.

Engine Coolant Heater (Engine Block Heater) (Option)

2.2 Liter

1. Engine coolant heater cord cap 2. Engine coolant heater cord clip

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4.3 Liter

1. Engine coolant heater cord cap 2. Engine coolant heater cord strap

In very cold weather, 0°F (-18 "C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You'll get easier starting and better fuel ec-onomy during engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. To use the coolant heater: 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt outlet.

I NOTICE:

After you've used the coolant heater, be sure to store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If vou don't, it could be damaged.

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in? The answer

How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged depends on the weather, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact a GM dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for that particular area. Automatic Transmission

There are several different positions for your shift lever.

P (Park) This locks your rear wheels. It’s the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily.

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R (Reverse) Use this gear to back up.

NOTICE: Shifting to “R” (Reverse) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage your transmission. Shift to “R” (Reverse) only after your vehicle is stopped.

To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice or sand without damaging your transmission, see T f You’re Stuck In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow” in the hdex. N (Neutral) In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, use “ N ’ (Neutral) only. Also, use “N” (Neutral) when your vehicle is being towed.

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NOTICE: Damage to your transmission caused by shifting out of “P” (Park) or “N” (Neutral) with the engine racing isn’t covered by your warranty.

@ (Overdrive) This position is for normal driving. If you need more p . rer f _ r passing, and you’re:

- Going less than about 35 mph (56 ludh), push your accelerator

pedal about halfway down.

- Going about 35 mph (56 km/h) or more, push the accelerator all

the way down. You’ll shift down to the next gear and have more power. @ should not be used when towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, driving on steep hills, or for off-road driving. Select “D” (Third Gear) when operating the vehicle under any of these conditions. D (Third Gear) This is like @, but you never go into Overdrive. You should use “D” (Third Gear) when towing a trailer, carrying a heavy load, driving on steep hills, or for off-road driving. 2 (Second Gear) This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy. You can use “2” (Second Gear) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on. If you manually select “2” (Second Gear), the transmission will drive in second gear. You may use this feature for reducing torque to the rear wheels when you are trying to start your vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces. 1 (First Gear) This position gives you even more power (but lower fuel economy) than “2” (Second Gear). You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the selector lever is put in “1” (First Gear), the transmission won’t shift into “1” (First Gear) until the vehicle is going slowly enough.

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NOTICE: If your rear wheels can’t rotate, don’t try to drive. This might happen if you were stuck in very deep sand or mud or were up against a solid object. You could damage your transmission. Also, if you stop when going uphill, don’t hold your vehicle there with only the accelerator pedal. This could overheat and damage the transmission. Use your brakes or shift into “P” Park to hold your vehicle in position on a hill.

Five-Speed Manual Transmission

This is your shift pattern. Here’s how to operate your transmission:

1 (First Gear) Press the clutch pedal and shift into “1 ” (First Gear). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal. You can shift into “1” (First Gear) when you’re going less than 20 mph (32 km/h). If you’ve come to a complete stop and it’s hard to shift into on the “1” (First Gear), put the shift lever in“N” (Neutral) and let up clutch. Press the clutch pedal back down. Then shift into “1” (First Gear).

0 2 (Second Gear)

Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into “2” (Second Gear). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal.

0 3’4 and 5 (Third, Fourth and Fifth Gears)

Shift into “3” (Third Gear), “4” (Fourth Gear), and “5” (Fifth Gear) the same way you do for “2” (Second Gear). Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal.

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To Stop Let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal. Just before the vehicle stops, press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal, and shift to “ N ’ (Neutral). N (Neutral) Use this position when you start or idle your engine. R (Reverse) To back up, press down the clutch pedal, wait about 6 seconds, then shift into “ R ’ (Reverse). Then let up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the accelerator pedal.

NOTICE: Shift to “R” (Reverse) only after your vehicle is stopped. Shifting to “R” (Reverse) while your vehicle is moving could damage your transmission.

Also, use “R” (Reverse), along with the parking brake, for parking your vehicle.

Shift Light

If you have a manual transmission, you have a SHIFT light. This light will show you when to shift to the next higher gear for best fuel economy.

When this light comes on, you can shift to the next high€ ;ear if weather, road and traffic conditions let you. For the best fuel economy, accelerate slowly and shift when the light comes on. While you accelerate, it is normal for the light to go on and off if you quickly change the position of the accelerator. Ignore the SHIFT light when you downshift.

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Four-wheel Drive Vehicles Only: If your vehicle has four-wheel drive and is equipped with a manual transmission, disregard the shift light when the transfer case is in 4LO. Locking Rear Axle If you have this feature, your rear axle can give you additional traction on snow, mud, ice, sand or gravel. It works like a standard axle most of the time, but when one of the rear wheels has no traction and the other does, the locking feature will allow the. wheel with traction to move the vehicle. Parking Brake To Set the Parking Brake:

Hold the regular brake pedal down with your right foot. Push down the parking brake pedal with your left foot. If the ignition is on, the brake' system warning light will come on.

Hold the regular brake pedal down. Pull the brake release lever.

To Release the Parking Brake:

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. .

NOTICE: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle.

If you are on a hill: See “Parking on Hills” in the Index. That section shows how to turn your front wheels. If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill: See “Towing a Trailer” in the Index. That section shows what to do first to keep the trailer from moving. Shifting Into ‘6P’’ (Park) (A utomaticTransmission Models Only)

1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking

brake.

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2. Move the shift lever into “P” (Park) position like this:

0 Bull the lever toward you. 0 Move the lever up as far as it will go.

3. If you have four-wheel drive with a manual transfer case shift lever, be

sure the transfer case is in a drive gear - not in “ N ’ (Neutral).

4. Move the ignition key to LOCK. 5. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can walk away from your

“P” vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, your vehicle is in (Park).

Leaving Your Vehicle Wth the Engine Running (Automatic Transmission Models Only)

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Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission) If you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift your transmission into “P’ (Park) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of “P” (Park). This is called “torque lock.” To prevent torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift into “P” (Park) properly before you leave the driver’s seat. To find out how, see “Shifting Into ‘P’ (Park)” in the Index. When you are ready to drive, move the shift lever out of “P” (Park) BEFORE you release the parking brake. If “torque lock” does occur, you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the transmission, so you can pull the shift lever out of “P’ (Park). Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission Models Only) Before you get out of your vehicle, turn off your engine, put your manual transmission in “ R ’ (Reverse) and firmly apply the parking brake. l r you have four-wheel drive with a manual transfer case shift lever, be sure your transfer case is in a drive gear. Your vehicle could roll if it isn’t. If you are parking on a hill, or if your vehicle is equipped to tow a trailer, see “Parking on Hills” or “Towing a Trailer” in the Index.

Parking Over Things That Burn 8

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Engine Exh'ausf

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Running Your Engine While You’re Parked (Automatic Transmission) It’s better not to park with the engine running. But are some things to know.

if you ever have to, here

If you have four-wheel drive with a manual transfer case shift lever and your transfer case is in “N” (Neutral), your vehicle will be free to roll, even if your shift lever is in “ P ’ (Park). So, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear - not in “ N ’ (Neutral). Follow the proper steps won’t move. See “Shifting Into ‘P’ (Park)” in the Index. If you’re pulling a trailer, see “Towing a Trailer’’ in the Index.

to be sure your vehicle

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Four- Wheel Drive If your vehicle has four-wheel drive, you can send your engine’s driving power to all four wheels for extra traction. To shift out of two-wheel drive and into four-wheel drive, move the transfer case shift lever to 4HI or 4LO. You should use 2HI for most normal driving conditions, however., NOTICE: Driving in the 4HI or 4LO positions for a long time on dry or wet pavement could shorten the life of your vehicle’s drivetrain.

Manual Transfer Case

If your four-wheel drive vehicle has the manual transfer case, the transfer case shift lever is on the floor to the right of the driver. Use this lever to shift into and out of four-wheel drive.

- case settings: An indicator light near the lever shows you the transfer An indicator light near the lever shows you the transfer case settings:

2HI 2HI @ 4HI @ 4HI

NSETPARK NSETPARK BRAKE BRAKE 4LO 4LO

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The front axle portion of the diagram on the indicator will light up when you shift into four-wheel drive. A slight delay between shifting and the pattern’s lighting is normal. If the pattern does not light up, or if the front axle does not go out after you shift out of four-wheel drive, have your dealer check your system. Turn the INT LIGHTS switch located to the right of your headlight switch to dim your transfer case indicator light when your headlights or parking lights are on. This will also cause your instrument panel lights to dim. 2HI: This setting is for driving in most street and highway situations. Your front axle is not engaged in two-wheel drive. 4HI: This setting engages your front axle to help drive your vehicle. Use 4HI when you need extra traction, such as on snowy or icy roads, or in most off-road situations. N SET PARK BRAKE: Shift to this neutral setting only when your vehicle needs to be towed. 4LO: This setting also engages your front axle You may never need 4LO. It sends the maximum power to all four wheels. You might choose 4LO if you were driving off-road in sand, mud, or deep snow and climbing or descending steep hills. You can shift from 2HI to 4HI or from 4HI to 2HI while the vehicle is moving. It is not necessary for you to press the transfer case shift lever button. Your front axle will engage faster if you take your foot off of the accelerator for a few seconds after you shift. To shift your transfer case into N SET PARK BRAKE: 1. Stop the vehicle and shift your transmission into “N” (Neutral). 2. Set the parking brake. Your vehicle can roll unless the brakes are

to give you extra traction.

applied.

To shift into or out of 4LO : 1. The vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph (4.8 W h )

with the transmission in “ N ’ (Neutral) or the clutch pedal depressed. 2. Press the transfer case shift button and shift in one continuous motion. Don’t pause in N SET PARK BRAKE as you shift into or out of 4L0, or your gears could clash. Remember that driving in 4HI or 4LO may reduce fuel economy. Also, driving in four-wheel drive on dry pavement could cause your tires to wear faster and make your transfer case harder to shift.

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Electronic Transfer Case

If your four-wheel drive vehicle has the electronic transfer case, the transfer case switches are on the right side of your instrument panel above the radio controls. Use these switches to shift can choose among three driving settings: 1. 2HI: This setting is for driving in most street and highway situations.

into and out of four-wheel drive. You

Your front axle is not engaged in two-wheel drive.

2. 4HI: This setting engages your front axle to help drive your vehicle.

Use 4HI when you need extra traction, such as on snowy or icy roads, or in most off-road situations.

3. 4LO: This setting also engages your front axle to give you extra

traction. You may never need 4LO. It sends the maximum power to all four wheels. You might choose 4LO if you were driving off-road in sand, mud, deep snow and climbing or descending steep hills.

Amber indicator lights in the switches show you which setting you are in. The indicator lights will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and one will stay on. If the lights do not come on, you should take your vehicle in for service. When shifting, an indicator light will flash until the shift is completed then remain solidly lit. To shift from 2HI to 4HI: Press and release the 4HI switch. This can be done at any speed, and the front axle will lock automatically. To shift from 4HI to 2HI: Press and release the 2HI switch. This can be done at any speed, and the front axle will unlock ; omaticallv.

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To shift from 2H1, or 4HI to 4LO : The vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 rnph (4.8 km/h) with the transmission in “N” (Neutral) or the clutch pedal depressed. The preferred method for shifting into 4LO is to have your vehicle slowly moving 1 to 2 mph (1.6 to 3.2 ludh). Press and release the 4LO switch. You must wait for the amber 4LO indicator light to into gear stop flashing and go solid amber before shifting your transmission or releasing the clutch pedal. If the 4LO switch is pressed when your vehicle is in gear and/or moving, the amber 4LO indicator light will flash for 30 seconds and not complete the shift unless your vehicle is below 3 mph (4.8 km/h) and the transmission is in “N” (Neutral) or the clutch pedal depressed. On automatic transmission equipped vehicles: If your transfer case does not shift into 4L0, your transmission indicator switch may require adjustment. With your transmission in “ N ’ (Neutral), press and release the 4LO switch. While the amber 4LO indicator light is flashing, shift your transmission into P (Park). Wait until the 4LO indicator light go - - solid amber before shifting your transmission into gear. This will get you into 4L0, but you should take your vehicle in for service so normal operation can be restored. To shift from 4LO to 4HI: Your vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph (4.8 km/h) with the transmission in “N” (Neutral) and the clutch pedal depressed. The preferred method for shifting out of 4LO is to have your vehicle slowly moving 1 to 2 mph (1.6 to 3.2 km/h). Press and release the 4HI switch. You must wait for the 4HI indicator light to stop flashing and go solid amber before shifting your transmission into gear or releasing the clutch pedal. If the 4HI switch is pressed when your vehicle is in gear and/or moving, the 4HI indicator light will flash for 30 seconds but not complete the shift unless the vehicle is below 3 mph (4.8 km/h) and the transmission is in “ N ’ (Neutral) or the clutch pedal depressed. On automatic transmission equipped vehicles: If your transfer case does not shift into 4H1, your transmission indicator switch may require adjustment. With your transmission in “ N ’ (Neutral), press and release the 4HI switch. While the 4HI indicator light is flashing, shift your transmission into P (Park). Wait until the 4HI indicator light goes solid amber before shifting your transmission into gear. This will get you into 4H1, but you should take your vehicle in for service so normal operation can be restored.

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Windows

To open your manual windows, turn the hand crank on each door to raise or lower your side door windows.

If you have the optional power windows, the controls are on each of the side doors. Your power windows will only work when the ignition has been turned to RUN.

The driver’s window switch has an “express” feature that allows it to lower faster than the passenger’s window. The driver’s door also has a switch for the passenger windows. Push the down arrow on the switch to lower the window. Push the up arrow on the switch to raise

the window.

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Sliding Rear Window Your vehicle may have a sliding rear window.

Push the latch in the center of the window and slide the glass to open it. When you close the window, be sure the latch catches.

Swing-Out Windows (Extended Cab)

If your vehicle h as rear swing-out windows, just unlatch them at their clasps and push out on the glass to open them.

Horn

Tilt Wheel (Option)

Press the pad in the center ofthe steering wheel to sound the horn.

A tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive.

You can also raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle. To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull the lever. Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level, then release the lever to lock the wheel in place. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.

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Turn SignaUMultifunction Lever

The lever on the left side of the steering column includes your:

0 Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator 0 Headlight High-Low Beam 0 Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cruise Control (Option)

Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator

The turn signal has two upward (for Right) and two downward (for Left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change.

To signal a turn, move the lever all finished, the lever will return automatically.

the way up or down. When the turn is

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A green arrow on the instrument panel will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change.

If the green

To signal a lane change, just raise or lower the lever until the green arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until you complete your lane change. The lever will return by itself when you release it. As you signal a turn or a lane change, if the arrows don’t flash but just stay on, a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won’t see your turn signal. If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an accident. arrows don’t go on at all when you signal a turn, check the fuse (see “Fuses” in the Index) and for burned-out bulbs. the trailer lights, a If you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for different turn signal flasher is used. With this flasher installed, the signal indicator will flash even if a turn signal bulb is burned out. Checkthe front and rear turn signal lights regularly to make Operation Of Lights Although your vehicle’s lighting system (headlights, parking lights, fog lamps, side marker lights and taillights) meets all applicable federal lighting requirements, certain states and provinces may apply their own lighting regulations that may require special attention before you operate these lights. For example, some jurisdictions may require that you operate your fog lamps only when your lower beam headlights are also on, or that headlights be turned on whenever you must use your windshield wipers. In addition, most jurisdictions prohibit driving solely with parking lights, especially dawn or dusk. It is recommended that you check with your own state or provincial highway authority for applicable lighting regulations.

sure they are working.

at

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To change the headlights from low beam to high or high to low, pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you. Then release it.

When the high beams are on, this blue indicator light on the instrument panel also will be on.

You control the windshield wipers by turning the band with the wiper symbol on it.

Headlight High-Low Beam

Windshield Wipers

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For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to MIST. Hold it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will stop after one cycle. If you want more cycles, hold the band on MIST longer. You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain or snow. Turn the band to choose the delay time. The closer to LO, the shorter the delay. LO For steady wiping at low speed, turn the band away from you to the to HI. To stop the position. For high speed wiping, turn the band further, wipers, move the band to the off symbol. Remember that damaged wiper blades may prevent you from seeing well enough to drive safely. To avoid damage, be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them. If they’re frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. Heavy snow or ice c overload y---r wipers. A circuit breaker will stop them until the motor cools. Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload. Windshield Washer

At the top of the multifunction lever there’s a paddle marked with the windshield washer symbol and PUSH. To spray washer fluid on the windshield, push the paddle. The wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return to your preset speed.

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Driving without washer fluid can be dangerous. A bad mud splash can block your vision. You could hit another vehicle or go off the road. Check your washes fluid level often.

NOTICE:

When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for adding water. Don’t mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water doesn’t clean as well as washer fluid.

0 Fill your washer fluid tank only 3/4 full when it’s very cold.

This allows for expansion, which could damage the tank if it is completely full. Don’t use radiator antifreeze in your windshield washer. It can damage your washer system and paint.

Cruise Control (Option)

With Cruise Control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 kndh) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise Control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h). If you have a manual transmission and you apply your brakes or push the clutch pedal, the Cmise Control will shut off.

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To Set Cruise Control

Move the Cruise Control switch to ON.

0 Get up to the speed you want. 0 Push in the set button at the end of the lever and release it. 0 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

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To Resume a Set Speed

Suppose you set your Cruise Control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake. This, of course, shuts off the Cruise Control. But you don’t need to reset it. Once you’re going about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, you can move the Cruise Control switch from ON to R/A (Resume/Accelerate) for about half a second. You’ll go right back up to your chosen speed and stay there. Remember, if you hold the switch at R/A (Resume/Accelerate) longer than half a second, the vehicle will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake. You could be startled and even lose control. So unless you want to go faster, don’t hold the switch at R/A (Resume/Accelerate).

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To Increase Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed. Here’s the

first:

Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed. Push the button at the end of the lever, then release the button and the accelerator pedal. You’ll now cruise at the higher speed.

Here’s the second :

Move the Cruise switch from ON to IUA (Resume/Accelerate). Hold it there until you get up to the speed you want, and then release the switch. To increase your speed in very small amounts, move the switch to WA (Resume/Accelerate). Each time you do this, your vehicle will go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) faster.

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To Reduce Speed While Using wuise Control

0 Push in the

button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want, then release it.

To slow down in very small amounts, push the button for less than half a second. Each time you do this, you’ll go 1 mph (1.6 kmh) slower.

Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed. When you take your foot off the pedal, your vehicle will slow down set earlier.

to the Cruise Control speed you

Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your Cruise Control will work on hills depends upon your speed, load, and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you may have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain your speed. When going downhill, you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down. Of course, applying the brake takes you out of Cruise Control. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and don’t use Cruise Control on steep hills.

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To Get Out of Cruise Control There are two ways to turn off the Cruise Control:

@ Step lightly on

the brake pedal or push the clutch pedal, if you have a manual transmission

Move the Cruise switch to OFF,

To Erase Speed Memory When you turn off the Cruise Control or the ignition, your Cruise Control set speed memory is erased.

Your light switches are on the left side of : your instrument panel.

Push the top switch to turn on:

Parking Lights

0 Sidemarker Lights 0 Taillights 0 License Plate Lights 0 Instrument Panel Lights 0 Transfer Case Shift Indicator Panel

Push the bottom switch to turn on the headlights, together with:

Parking Lights Sidemarker Lights Taillights License Plate Lights Instrument Panel Lights Transfer Case Shift Indicator Panel

Push the switch marked OFF to turn off your lights. Turn the switch to the right of the headlight switch up to make your instrument panel and transfer case lights brighter. Turn the switch all the way up until it clicks to turn on the interior lights. Turn the switch down to dim your instrument panel and transfer case indicator lights. You can switch your headlights from high to low beam by pulling on the multifunction lever.

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A circuit breaker protects your headlights. If you have an electrical overload, your headlights will flicker on and off. Have your headlight wiring checked right away if this happens. Fog Lamps (Option)

Use your fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions. Your parking lights and/or low beam headlights must be on or your fog lamps won't work.

The fog lamp switch is on the instrument panel under the headlight switch.

Press the left side of the switch to turn the fog lamps on, and the right side of the switch to turn them off. A light will glow in the right side of the switch when they are on. Remember, fog lamps alone will not give off as much light as your headlights. Never use your fog lamps in the dark without turning on your headlights. Fog lamps will go off whenever your high beam headlights come on. When the high beams go off, the fog lamps will come on again.

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Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Indicator Light (Canada Only)

If your vehicle was first sold, when new, in Canada, you will have this light on the instrument panel. It goes on whenever the Daytime Running Lights are on, the ignition is on, the headlamp switch is off, and the parking brake is released. Daytime Running Lights (Canada Only) The Canadian Federal Government has decided that “Daytime Running Lights” (DRL) is a useful feature, in that DRL can make your vehicle more visible to pedestrians and other drivers during daylight hours. DRL required on new vehicles sold in Canada. The high beam headlights will come on at reduced brightness in daylight when:

is

0 The ignition is on,

The headlight switch is off, and The parking brake is released.

When you turn on your headlights, the DRL will switch off and the exterior lights will come on. When you turn off the headlights, the exterior lights will go out and the high beams will change to DRL again. The DRL indicator light on the instrument panel will go on whenever the DRL is on. This light means that only the DRL is on. When you turn on your exterior lights, this light will 20 out. If the DRL indicator light is on at uawn or dusk, it is a reminder to turn on your headlights.

the reduced brightness of

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Of course, you may still turn on the headlights any time you need to. To idle your vehicle with the DRL off, set the parking brake. The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brake. Headlights-On Reminder A reminder tone will sound when your headlights or parking lights are turned on and your ignition turn the dimmer switch all the way down. Dome Light

is in OFF, LOCK or ACC. To turn the tone off,

The dome light will come on when you open the side doors. You can also turn the dome light on by turning the dimmer switch up until it clicks.

Press the tab under the mirror to reduce glare from headlights behind you.

Mirrors Inside Mirror

If your vehicle has optional map lights, they will automatically come on approximately 15 seconds when either front door is opened, or until the ignition is turned to RUN or ACC.

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They will also stay on for 15 seconds when the interior light switch on the dash is turned on then off, while the ignition is off.

Outside Mirrors