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wiring checked right away if this happens.

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Headlamps-On Reminder A buzzer will sound when your headlamps are turned on and your ignition is in OFF, LOCK or ACC. If you need to use your headlamps when the ignition switch is in OFF, LOCK or ACC, the buzzer can be turned off by turning the thumb wheel next to the park/headlamp switch all the way down.

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Indicator Light

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 Lamps are on. When it begins to get dark, the DRL indicator light is a reminder to turn on your headlamps.

Daytime Running Lamps Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. As with any vehicle, you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it. The DRL system will make your high-beam headlamps come on at a reduced brightness when:

The ignition is on,

0 The headlamp switch is off, and

The parking brake is released.

When the DRL are on, only your high-beam headlamps will be on. The taillamps, sidemarker and other lamps won’t be on. Your instrument panel won’t be lit up either. When it begins to get dark, your DRL indicator light is a reminder to turn your headlamp switch on. The other lamps that come on with your headlamps will also come on.

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When you turn the headlamp switch off, the regular lamps will go off, and your high-beam headlamps will change to the reduced brightness of DRL. To idle your vehicle with the DRL off, set the parking brake. The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brake. Dome Lamps The dome lamps will come on when you open the doors. You can also turn the dome lamps on by rotating the thumb wheel, located next to the parkheadlamp switch knob, all the way up to the second notch. In this position, the dome lamps will remain on whether the doors are opened or closed. You can use the dome lamp switch button, located below the parkheadlamp switch knob, to set the dome lamps to come on automatically when the doors are open, or remain off. To turn the lamps off, press the switch button once. With the switch button in this position, the dome lamps will remain off when the doors are open. To return the lamps to automatic operation, press the switch button again and return it to the “out” position. With the switch button in this position, the dome lamps will come on when you open the doors. Reading Lamps

If your vehicle has reading lamps, press the button next to the lamp to turn the lamp on. The lamps can be adjusted to point in the direction you want. Press the button again to turn the lamp off.

If your vehicle has an overhead console with reading lamps, press the button next to the lamp to turn the lamp on. The lamps can be adjusted to point in the direction you want. Press the button again to turn the lamp off.

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Underhood Reel Lamp

If you have an underhood reel lamp, it is located inside the engine compartment on the passenger side fender. You can use it as a flashlight.

To use the lamp, pull up on the lever and pull the lamp out. The cord will unreel as you pull the lamp.

When you are done using the lamp, reel the cord back into the housing by turning the handle.

Then, slide the lamp into the holder. Press PUSH on the lever to hook the lamp into the holder.

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Mirrors Inside Mirror

Push or pull the tab under the mirror to reduce glare from headlamps behind you after dark.

Electrochromic lnside Rearview Mirror with Compass (Option)

Your vehicle may have an optional electrochromic inside rearview mirror. An electrochromic inside rearview mirror, when on, automatically dims to the proper level to minimize glare from lights behind you after dark. The mirror also includes an eight point compass display in the upper right corner of the mirror face. When on, the compass automatically calibrates as the vehicle is driven. To use the electrochromic mirror only, move the switch at the bottom of the mirror to the M position. To use the electrochromic mirror as well as the compass, move the switch to the C/M position. To turn both features off, move the switch to the OFF position.

Compass Operation When the ignition is on and the mirror switch is in the C/M position, the compass display will show two character boxes for approximately two seconds. If, after two seconds, the display does not show a compass heading (“N” for North, for example), there may be strong magnetic field interfering with the compass. Such interference may include magnetic antenna mounts, a magnetic note pad holder, or a similar magnetic item. If removing these items does not correct the condition, see your GM dealer for assistance. When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing.

Compass Variance Under certain circumstances, as during a long distance cross-country trip, it will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance. Compass variance is the difference between earth’s magnetic North and true geographic North. If not adjusted to account for compass variance, your compass could give false readings. To adjust for compass variance:

1. Press and hold the CAL switch, located at the bottom of the mirror

housing, for five seconds until a zone number appears in the display.

2. Find your current location and variance zone number on the following

zone map.

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3. Press and hold the CAL switch until the new zone number appears in

the display. After you release the switch, the display will show a compass direction within a few seconds.

Outside Mirrors

Adjust your outside mirrors so you can just see the side of your vehicle, and have a clear view of objects behind you. Some mirrors can be folded in to enter narrow doorways.

Electric Outside Rearview Mirrors If you have electric mirrors, they can be adjusted to point where you want from inside the vehicle.

Select the mirror you want to move by moving the center of the switch, located on the driver’s door armrest, to R (right) or L (left).

Then, adjust the mirror angle by pressing the outer arrows on the switch until the mirror is adjusted where you want it. Convex Outside Mirror Your passenger’s side mirror may be convex. A convex mirror’s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver’s seat.

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Sun Visors To block out glare, you can swing down the visors. You can also swing them out to help block glare at the front and side windows.

Your visor may have a mirror on it.

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Some visors have mirrors with lights. If the mirror has lights, they will come on when you lift the mirror cover.

Rear Window Wiper and Washer

The rear window wipedwasher switch is on your instrument panel, to the passenger side of the gage cluster.

To turn the wiper on, slide the switch all the way up. For delay wiping, slide the switch even with DELAY in the center position of the rear wiper control. The wiper will cycle every nine seconds. To wash the window, push in on the switch. Window washer fluid will continue to spray until the switch is released. The wiper will continue with three more wipes and then return to the setting that was chosen before the lever was pushed. The rear window washer uses the same fluid bottle as the front windshield washer. If the fluid level is low in the washer fluid bottle, you may not be able to wash your rear window. If you can wash your windshield, but not your rear window, check the fluid level.

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Cigarette Lighter/Ashtrays

NOTICE: If you store paper or other things that burn they could be set on fire by cigarettes or other smoking materials. That could cause a fire and possibly damage your vehicle. Do not store papers and other things that burn in your ashtrays.

in your ashtrays,

To use the cigarette lighter, push it in all the way, and let go. When it's ready, it will pop back by itself.

NOTICE: Holding a cigarette lighter in with your hand while it is heating can make it overload, damaging the lighter and the heating element. Just push the lighter all the way in and let go. When it's done, it will pop back by itself.

To remove the front ashtray, pull on the front of the ashtray insert. Then slide the insert out of the ashtray door. You also have two auxiliary power outlets next to the cigarette lighter. Use these outlets to power mobile telephones or other devices designed to operate with vehicle electrical systems.

To use a rear ashtray, if you have them, pull at the top of the ashtray door to flip the door open.

To remove a rear ashtray, if you have them, press down on the inside tabs and open the door fully.

NOTICE: If you store paper or other things that burn in your ashtrays, they could be set on fire by cigarettes or other smoking materials. That could cause a fire and possibly damage your vehicle. Do not store papers and other things that burn in your ashtrays.

Storage Compartments Your vehicle has a variety of storage compartments designed to store small items.

Glove Box

To open your glove box, move the switch button toward the passenger side and pull the door open. Above the glove box, two cup depressions are provided in a soft non- removeable tray.

You can use the depressions to hold cups or other containers when the vehicle is not moving.

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Center Floor Console Your vehicle may have a console compartment between the bucket seats. To open it, lift the latch handle and swing the door open.

Your console also has a cup holder that swings out for the back seat passengers to use.

There is also a drawer that slides out at the bottom of the console.

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Memo Pad Holder

Cassette/Compact Disc Holder

Your vehicle may have a memo holder attached to the front of the console. Use it to hold pads of paper or similar items.

Your vehicle may have a cassettekompact disc holder at the front of the console. The holder will store up to four compact disc cases, up to four cassette tape cases, or any combination of these items that adds up to four.

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Instrument Panel Cup Holder

Center Overhead Console

Your vehicle has a cup holder in the middle of the instrument panel.

To use the cup holder, pull the handle and slide the cup holder tray open. To close the cup holder, slide it back in the instrument panel.

Your vehicle may have an overhead console. It has storage compartments inside it.

Garage Door Opener Compartment If you have a garage door opener, the front overhead compartment can be used to conveniently store the opener.

To install the garage door opener, first open the compartment door by pressing the release button forward.

Peel the protective backing from the hook and loop patch. Press it firmly to the back of your garage door opener, as close to the center of the opener as possible.

Center the garage door opener activation button over the console door button, and press the opener firmly into place.

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The pegs inside the compartment door are used to make sure the button on the compartment door will contact the control button on the garage door opener.

Add one peg at a time until the PUSH button on the compartment door operates the garage door opener, with the compartment door closed, when you push the button marked PUSH.

With the garage door opener positioned properly and the right number of pegs in place, you should only have to push the PUSH button slightly to operate the opener. Adjust the position of the garage door opener and add or remove pegs, as needed, until the opener operates properly.

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Sunglasses Compartment The center overhead compartment can be used to conveniently store your sunglasses.

Place your sunglasses in the compartment door with the lenses facing out.

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Rear Compartment The rear compartment can be used to store a small item, like a book. To open the rear compartment, press the release button located at the rear of the compartment door.

Rear Seat Center Armrest If you have a 60/40 rear seat, you may have a center fold-down armrest. To see the armrest, pull the top of the armrest forward out of the seatback and fold it down to a level position. When folded open, the armrest provides two cupholders and access to a tissue holder and center armrest area. To place the tissues in the tissue holder, open the holder lid by pulling up at the finger slot. Place the tissues in the holder and snap the lid closed. When a passenger is using the center seating position, always be sure to completely close the armrest so it is even with the seatback. Other Storage Compartments Your vehicle includes a number of storage compartments for storage of often used items

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Some models have a storage pocket on each of the front doors. You can use the pocket to store a variety of small items.

If you have a 4-door Utility model it has a storage compartment located in the rear cargo area of the vehicle, in the driver’s side trim panel.

When closing the compartment, press both latches down and move the door to the closed position.

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Instrument Panel

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1. Dome Lamp Switch 2. Lamp and Light Controls 3. Air Vents 4. Multifunction Lever 5. Instrument Cluster 6. Gearshift Lever 7. Audio System 8. Comfort Control System 9. Glove Box 10. Storage Tray

1 1. IP Cupholder 12. Ashtray, Auxiliary Outlets 13. Storage Area or Optional

Cassette Tape Player

14. Rear Window Defogger Switch 15. Tilt Lever 16. Parking Brake Release Handle 17. Hood Release 18. Fuse Block

Instrument Cluster Your instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how fast you’re going, about how much fuel you have and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and economically.

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Speedometer and Odometer

Your speedometer lets you see your speed in both miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Your odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven, in either miles (used in the U.S.) or kilometers (used in Canada).

Tamper-Resistant Odometer Your odometer is tamper-resistant. The odometer will show silver lines between the numbers if someone tries to turn it back. YOLI may wonder what happens if your vehicle needs a new odometer installed. Laws vary as to the procedure that must be followed, so check with your state or provincial vehicle registration office, But generally, if the new odometer can be set to the mileage total of the old odometer, then it must be. But if it can’t, then it’s set at zero. and a label must be put on the driver‘s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed.

Trip Odometer

The trip odometer can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero.

To reset the trip odometer, fully press the reset button located near the trip odometer readout. If the reset button is not fully pressed, the trip odometer may not g o all the way back to zero. If it doesn’t. you may have to press the reset button again to reset the readout to zero.

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Your tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm).

Tachometer

I NOTICE:

Do not operate the engine with the tachometer your engine or other parts could be damaged. Damage to your engine or vehicle caused by operating the engine in the red area isn’t covered by your vehicle warranty.

in the red area,

Warning Lights and Indicators This part describes the warning lights and gages that may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them. Warning lights and gages can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights and gages could also save you or others from injury. Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. As you will see in the details on the next few pages, some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they’re working. If you are familiar with this section, you should not be alarmed when this happens. Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there’s a problem with your vehicle. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving, or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please follow this manual’s advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly - and even dangerous. So please get to know your warning lights and gages. They‘re a big help.

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Safety Belt Reminder Light

When the key is turned to RUN or START, a tone will come on for about eight seconds to remind people to fasten their safety belts, unless the driver’s safety belt is already buckled. The safety belt light will also come on and stay on for about 20 seconds, then it will flash for about 55 seconds. If the driver’s belt is already buckled, neither the tone nor the light will come on.

Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the air bag sensors and module, the wiring and the diagnostic module. For more information on the air bag system, see “Air Bag” in the Index.

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You will see this light flash for a few seconds when you turn your ignition to RUN or START. Then the light should go out. This means the system is ready. If the air bag readiness light doesn’t come on when you start your vehicle, or stays on, or comes o n when you are driving, your air bag system may not work properly. Have your vehicle serviced right away. Brake System Warning Light

Your vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts. If one part isn’t working, the other part can still work and stop you. For good braking, though, you need both parts working well. If the warning light comes on, there could be a brake problem. Have your brake system inspected right away. This light should come on briefly as you start the vehicle. If it doesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem. If the light comes on while you are driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push. Or, the pedal may go closer to the floor. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. (See “Towing Your Vehicle” in the Index.)

A CAUTION:

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if the brake Your brake system may not be working properly system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to an accident. If the light is still on after you’ve pulled off the road and stopped carefully, have the vehicle towed for service.

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The brake system warning light will also come on when you set your parking brake, and it will stay on if your parking brake doesn’t release fully. If it stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means you have a brake problem. A n t i 4 ock Brake System Warning Light

ANTI- LOCK

With the anti-lock brake system, this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds. That’s normal. If the light doesn’t come on, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. If the light stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, your vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning light isn’t on, you still have brakes, but you don’t have anti-lock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, you don’t have anti-lock brakes and there’s a problem with your regular brakes. See “Brake System Warning Light” earlier in this part.

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Water in Fuel Light

WATER

IN FUEL

This red light will come on to warn you if there is water in the diesel fuel system. For more information on how this light works, see “Diesel Fuel Requirements and Fuel System” in the Index.

Service Throttle Soon Light

SERVICE THROTTLE

SOON

On diesel engines, a computer monitors the operation of the electronic accelerator. As a check to show you it’s working, this orange light comes on for a few seconds after the ignition is turned on. Normally, it will not come back on unless the ignition has been off for 30 seconds or more. If the light does not come on at all, and the ignition has been off for 30 seconds or more, have the light fixed right away. If the light stays o n after the engine starts, or comes on while you are driving, the computer is indicating that your vehicle has a problem. You should take your vehicle in for service soon.

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Glow Plugs Light

GLOW PLUGS

If you have a diesel engine, it has a special starting system. An orange instrument panel Glow Plugs light shows that the system is functioning properly and tells you when the engine is ready to be started. For more details, see “Starting Your Diesel Engine” in the Index.

Low Coolant Warning Light

If you have a diesel engine, you have a low coolant light. As a check to show you it’s working, this orange light comes on for a few seconds after the ignition is turned on. If this light comes on anytime the engine is running, your system is low on coolant and the engine may overheat. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index and have your vehicle serviced as soon as you can.

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Charging System Warning Light

The red Charging System Warning light should come on briefly when you turn on the ignition, before starting the engine, as a check to show you it is working. After the engine starts, the light should go out. If it stays on or conles on while you are driving, you may have a problem with your charging system. It could indicate a problem with the alternator drive belt, or some other charging system problem. Have it checked right away. Driving while this light is on could drain your battery. If you must drive a short distance with this light on, it helps to turn off all your accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. Malfunction indicator (Service Engine Soon) Lamp

A computer monitors the operation of your fuel, ignition and emission control systems. This orange light should come on when the ignition is on but the engine is not running, as a check to show you it’s working. If it does not come on at all, have it fixed right away. If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, the computer is indicating that you have a problem. You should take your vehicle in for service soon.

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NOTICE: If’ you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after a while the emission controls won’t work as well, your fuel economy won’t be as good, and your engine may not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty.

Check Gages Light

This orange light will come on briefly when you are starting the engine. If the light comes on and stays on while you are driving, it could indicate a problem with your vehicle. It could be a problem with your oil pressure, coolant temperature, or some other problem. Check your various gages to see if they are in the warning zones. If they are, have your vehicle serviced right away.

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Indicator Light

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If your vehicle was first sold, when new, in Canada, you will have this green light on the instrument panel. It will light whenever the Daytime Running Lamps are on. For more details about DRL, see “Headlamps and Vehicle Lighting’’ in this section.

Shift lndicator Light

This orange light, with the word SHIFT and the upshift arrow, is used on some models with manual transmissions. Depending on your particular model, your vehicle may not have this light. The SHIFT indicator light will help you get the best fuel economy. See “Shift Light” or “Manual Transmission Shift Speeds” in this section for more information.

Headlamp High Beam lndicator Light

The blue high beam indicator is on whenever you use your high beam headlamps. For more details about high beams, see “Headlamp High-Low Beam” earlier in this section.

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Turn Signal and Lane Change lndicator Lights

The green signal indicator will come on whenever you signal a turn or lane change. See “Turn Signal and Lane Change Indicator’‘ earlier in this section. Gages Fuel Gage

Gasoline Engine

Diesel Engine

The fuel gage, when the ignition is on, tells you about how much fuel YOLI have left in your tank. The gage will first indicate empty before you are out of fuel, and you should get more fuel as soon as possible. Listed are four situations you may experience with your fuel e a tracre:

At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads ~ L I I I .

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It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated. For example, the gage may have indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank’s capacity to fill the tank. The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up.

0 The gage doesn’t go back to empty when you turn off the ignition.

None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gage. For information on how to fill your fuel tank, see “Fuel - Filling Your Tank” in the Index. For your fuel tank capacity, see “Fuel -Tank Capacity” in the Index.

Engine Coolant Temperature Gage

This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. Most of the time, the gage pointer will show your coolant temperature at 210°F (99”C), or less. But, if you are pulling a heavy load or driving up hills, your coolant temperature may rise and fall near the red 260°F ( 1 28°C) mark. This is normal. If the gage pointer moves to the red 260°F (1 28°C) mark, your engine is too hot! It means that your engine coolant has overheated. You should pull off the road, stop your vehicle, and turn off the engine as soon as possible.

Hot Coolant Can Burn You Badly! In “Problems on the Road,” this manual shows what to do. See “Engine Overheating” in the Index.

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Oil Pressure Gage

The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running. Canadian vehicles indicate pressure in kPa (kilopascals). Oil pressure may vary with engine speed, outside temperature and oil viscosity, but readings above the low pressure zone indicate the normal operating range. A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or other problem causing low oil pressure. Check your oil as soon as

possible. A CAUTION:

Don’t keep driving if the oil pressure is low. If you do, your engine can become so hot that it catches fire. You or others could be burned. Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced.

NOTICE: Damage to your engine from neglected oil problems can be costly and is not covered by your warranty.

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Voltmeter

When your engine is not running, but the ignition is in the RUN position, this gage shows your battery’s state of charge in DC volts. When the engine is running, the gage shows the condition of the charging system. Readings between the low and high warning zones indicate the normal operating range. Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an extended period. This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle. As engine speeds are increased, this condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to create maximum power. You can only drive for a short time with the reading in either warning zone. If you must drive, turn off all unnecessary accessories. Readings in either warning zone indicate a possible problem in the electrical system. Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible.

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Center High Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL)

Your vehicle has a Center High Mount Stoplamp (CHMSL) located above the tailgate glass or above the rear load doors.

If items are loaded on the roof of the vehicle, as in a luggage carrier, care should be taken not to block or damage the CHMSL unit. Cargo Security Shade (4-Door Utility Model)

If you have a cargo security shade, you can use it to cover items in the cargo area of your vehicle.

To use the shade, pull the shade handle toward the rear of the vehicle. Latch the shade posts into the retaining sockets on the cargo area trim panels. To return the shade to the shade holder, pull up on the shade handle to release the shade posts from the retaining sockets. Let the shade move forward and latch the shade posts into the front-most retaining sockets. To remove the shade from the vehicle, first let the shade go all the way into the holder. Then, push the shade holder toward the passenger side of the vehicle. Lift the shade up at the driver's side, swing the shade rearward, and take it out of the vehicle.

To put the shade in the vehicle, first make sure the shade slot in the holder faces rearward with the round surface facing down. Then, hold the shade at an angle and place the shade holder tab into the slot in the passenger’s side trim panel. Move the other end of the shade forward and hold it next the driver’s side trim panel slot.

Push the shade holder toward the passenger side of the vehicle and place the tab in the driver’s side trim panel slot. Make sure the tab goes all the way in the slot.

Lightly pull on the shade holder to make sure it is secure. Then, pull the shade to the desired position and secure the shade posts the appropriate retaining sockets.

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Convenience Net If you have a convenience net, it is stored in a pouch attached to the spare tire cover on 2-door Utility and Suburban models. On 4-door Utility models, the pouch is placed in the storage compartment at the driver’s side rear of the cargo area.

Cargo Tie Downs

There are cargo tie downs in the rear cargo area that allow you to strap cargo in and keep it from moving inside the vehicle. When not using the tie down, flip them down out of the way.

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Luggage Carrier If you have a luggage carrier, you can load things on top of your vehicle. The luggage carrier has slats and side rails attached to the roof, and cross rails which can be moved fore and aft in the side rails to help secure cargo. Tie the load to the side rails or side rail supports. Use the cross rails mostly for fore and aft stops.

NOTICE: Loading cargo that weighs more than 200 pounds (90.6 kg) on the luggage carrier may damage your vehicle. When you carry large things, never let them hang over the rear or the sides of your vehicle. Load your cargo so that it rests on the slats and does not scratch or damage the vehicle. Put the cargo against the side rails and fasten it securely to the luggage carrier.

Don’t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index. To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you’re driving, check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and cargo are still securely fastened. Be sure the cargo is properly loaded.

0 If small heavy objects are placed on the roof, place the load in the area

over the rear wheels (behind the rear side door on Suburbans). If you need to, cut a piece of 3/8 inch plywood to fit inside the cross rails and side rails to spread the load. If plywood is used, tie it to the side rail supports. Tie the load to the cross rails or the side rail supports. Use the cross rails only to keep the load from sliding. If you need to carry long items, move the cross rails as far apart as they will go. Tie the load to the cross rails and the side rails or side rail supports. Also tie the load to the bumpers. Do not tie the load so tightly that the cross rails or side rails are damaged.

0 After moving the cross rails, be sure to tighten all the slider screws. Trailer Wiring Harness A 7-wire harness is stored under your vehicle along the rear frame crossmember. The harness connects to the underhood electrical center and no connector, and should be wired by a qualified electrical technician.

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Securely attach the harness to the trailer, then tape or strap it to your vehicle’s frame rail. Be sure you leave it loose enough so the wiring won’t bind or break when turning with the trailer, but not so loose that it drags on the ground. Store the harness in its original position. Wrap the harness together and tie it neatly so it won’t be damaged. If you do tow a trailer, your Center High Mount Stoplamp (CHMSL) may not be properly visible from behind. You should select a trailer with a CHMSL on it or, if one is not available, have one installed. See your GM dealer about how to connect your vehicle’s wiring to a trailer CHMSL. Step-Bumper Pad If your vehicle has a rear step bumper, it may be equipped with a rear step pad at the center of the bumper. Use this pad to improve footing when you are stepping on the bumper step.

If you will be using the bumper to tow a trailer, you must remove the center cutout circle to install the trailer ball. You must also remove both outer cutouts to attach the trailer safety chains.

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Comfort Controls and Audio Systems Section

In this section you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control systems and audio systems offered with your vehicle. Be sure to read about the particular system supplied with your vehicle. Comfort Controls Heater Controls

If your vehicle does not have air conditioning, your heater controls will look like this. The knob on the left side of the heating system control panel controls the fan speed. The knob has four speed positions. To increase the air flow, move the knob toward HI. To decrease the air flow, move it toward LO. To turn the fan off, move the knob to OFF,

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The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the relative temperature of the air flowing into the passenger area of your vehicle. This knob will allow you to adjust the relative air temperature independently of the function knob setting. Move the knob right toward the red area for warmer air. Move the knob left toward the blue area for cooler air. The right knob on the control panel changes the heater setting. VENT - This setting, with the arrow pointing at the figure’s head, directs air through the instrument panel vents. VENT/HEAT - Use this setting, with the arrows pointing at the figure’s feet and head, to divide airflow between the heater floor vents and instrument panel vents. HEAT -This through the heater floor vents. This setting is useful for cold weather. HEAT/DEFROST - Use this setting, with the arrow pointing at the figure’s feet and the defroster symbol near the figure’s head, to divide airflow between the heater floor vents and windshield. DEFROST -This windshield defroster vents. This setting is useful when you have fog or ice on the windshield. The control knob can be placed in any position between two heater settings to blend the flow of air. The closer the knob is to a setting symbol, the more the air flow will represent that symbol’s air flow arrows.

setting, with the arrow pointing at the figure’s feet, directs air

setting with the defrost symbol directs air through the

Heater/Air Conditioning Controls

If your vehicle has air conditioning, your heatedair conditioning controls will look like this.

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Before using your vehicle’s air conditioning, open the windows to clear the vehicle of hot air. Using the recirculation function can also help. See “Recirculation Button” in this section for more information. The knob on the left side of the heating system control panel controls the fan speed. The knob has four speed positions. To increase the air flow, move the knob toward HI. To decrease the air flow, move it toward LO. To turn the fan off, move the knob to OFF. If you have the air conditioner on, moving the fan knob to OFF also turns off the A/C compressor. The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the relative temperature of the air flowing into the passenger area of your vehicle. This knob will allow you to adjust the relative air temperature independently of the function knob setting. Move the knob right toward the red area for warmer air. Move the knob left toward the blue area for cooler air. With A/C on, move the knob to MAX for maximum cooling. This setting puts the system in the recirculation mode and helps to maximize your air conditioner’s performance and your vehicle’s fuel economy. This setting also cools the air the fastest. After the vehicle’s interior reaches a comfortable temperature, move the knob clockwise to place the air conditioning system in the normal mode. The right knob on the control panel changes the heatedair conditioning setting. VENT - This setting, with the arrow pointing at the figure’s head, directs air through the instrument panel vents. VENT/HEAT - Use this setting, with the arrows pointing at the figure’s feet and head, to divide airflow between the heater floor vents and instrument panel vents. HEAT - This setting, with the arrow pointing at the figure’s feet, directs air through the heater floor vents. This setting HEAT/DEFROST - Use this setting, with the arrow pointing at the figure’s feet and the defroster symbol near the figure’s head, to divide airflow between the heater floor vents and windshield. DEFROST - This setting with the defrost symbol directs air through the windshield defroster vents. This setting is useful when you have fog or ice on the windshield. The control knob can be placed in any position between two heatedair conditioning settings to blend the flow of air. The closer the knob is to a setting symbol, the more the air flow will represent that symbol’s air flow arrows. RECIRCULATION BUTTON - This button, between the left and middle knobs, allows the air inside your vehicle to be recirculated. This setting helps to maximize your air conditioner’s performance and your vehicle’s

is useful for cold weather.

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fuel economy. This setting also cools the air the fastest and can be used to keep “unwanted odors” and/or dust from entering the vehicle. When using the air conditioner, turn off recirculation after the vehicle reaches a comfortable interior temperature. When the right knob on the control panel is between HEAT and DEFROST, the recirculation feature will not function. N C - This button, between the middle and right knobs, allows the air coming into your vehicle to be cooled and directed through the instrument panel vents. This setting is useful for normal cooling on hot days. When you first use A/C with the recirculation button pushed in, turn off recirculation as soon as the vehicle reaches a comfortable interior temperature.

Engine Coolant Heater If your vehicle has a diesel engine, it is equipped with an engine coolant heater. An engine coolant heater is optional on gas engine vehicles. If you use the engine coolant heater before starting your engine (in cold weather (20” F, (-8” C), or lower) your heating system will produce warmer air faster, to heat the passenger compartment in cold weather. The use of an engine coolant heater also reduces the time it takes for the engine to reach normal operating temperature, and shortens the time it takes the heater to reach full output. For more information, See “Engine Coolant Heater” in the Index.

Diesel Engine Heater Output If you idle your diesel engine for a long time when it’s cold outside, your heater may blow out cool air. This is normal. When you increase the engine speed, your heater should blow out warmer air. If it doesn’t, your coolant level may be too low. See “Engine Coolant” in the Index to see how to check your coolant level.

Rear Air Conditioning and Heating Systems (Suburban) If your vehicle has either or both of these systems, you can increase and decrease the air flow at the rear vents. Depending on the system you have and the setting selected, you can send cooled or heated air to the rear of the vehicle. Rear Air Conditioning (Without Rear Heater) If your vehicle has rear air conditioning (without rear heater), the controls are located above the front and second seats. The front and rear overhead controls let you increase and decrease the air flow at the rear vents.

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To operate the rear air conditioning system, the front air conditioning system must be on. With the front air conditioning system off, the rear system controls can be used to circulate air in the rear of the vehicle.

0 To operate the rear

system using the front control, just turn the knob to the blower position you want.

Rear Heater (Without Rear Air Conditioning)

If you have a rear heater (without rear air conditioning), the control switch is located on the instrument panel.

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To increase and decrease the flow of heated air to the rear floor vents, move the switch marked REAR HEAT to the blower speed you want. The knob has three speed positions. To increase the flow of heated air, move the switch toward HIGH. To decrease the flow of heated air, move it toward LOW. To turn the fan off, move the switch to OFF.

Rear Air Conditioning and Rear Heater If your vehicle has a rear air conditioning and rear heater system combination, controls are provided to regulate the temperature, location and speed of the air flow.

To adjust the air temperature, turn the temperature knob on the right side of the control panel.

For warmer air, turn the knob clockwise toward the red side, and for cooler air, turn the knob counterclockwise toward the blue side. To regulate the air flow location, adjust the center knob on the control panel Turn the knob counterclockwise for floor vent air flow or clockwise for headliner vent air flow. Generally, the upper vents are used for air conditioning and the floor vents for heating. The control knob can be set to any blend setting. To adjust the air flow speed, turn the fan control knob on the left side of the control panel to the desired blower setting. To activate the rear control, move the fan knob on the front control to REAR CNTL.

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Rear Window Defogger (Option) You can tell if your vehicle has this option by looking at the rear window. If you see lines running across the glass, you have it. These are the wire-like elements which heat your window.

NOTICE: Scraping the inside of your rear window could cut and damage the defogger. Your warranty would not cover this damage. And, don’t put decals there, you might have to scrape them off.

For best results, clear the window of as much snow or ice as possible first.

To turn on the rear window defogger, press the rear defog button next to the fan control knob.

The rear window defogger will only work if the ignition switch is turned to RUN.

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You can turn the defogger off at any time by pressing the button again. The defogger will shut itself off after several minutes, so that the glass does not get too hot. If the defogger shuts off, and the window still isn’t clear, turn on the defogger again. Ventilation System

Your vehicle’s ventilation system supplies outside air to the inside of your vehicle when it is moving. With the side windows closed, air will flow into the front air inlet grilles, through the vehicle, and out the rear air exhaust valve.

Outside air will also enter the vehicle when the heater or the air conditioning fan is running, unless you have the recirculation button pushed in. For more information see “Recirculation Button” in this section. Ventilation Tips

Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow, or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows. When you enter a vehicle in cold weather, turn the blower fan to HI for a few moments before driving off. This helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture, and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of your windows. Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects. This helps air to circulate throughout your vehicle. Some models also have vents under the front seats. Keep the area at the outlet grills clear of floor mats or other objects. This will ensure proper air flow to the rear floor area.

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Your vehicle has air vents in the center and on the sides of your instrument panel.

You can move the vents from side to side or up and down to direct the flow of air, or close the vents altogether. When you close a vent, it will increase the flow of air coming out of any vents that are open. Audio Systems Your Delco@ audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. But you will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first. Find out what your Delco@systern can do and how to operate all its controls, to be sure you’re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it.

Setting the Clock (Audio Systems without AUTO TONE System) To set the clock:

1. Press the SET button. 2. Within 5 seconds, press and hold SEEK

appears on the display.

until the correct minute

3. Press and hold 4 SEEK until the correct hour appears on the display. To display the clock with the ignition off, press the upper knob. The time will be displayed for a few seconds.

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Setting the Clock (Audio Systems with AUTO TONE System) The buttons used to set the clock are located below the AUTO TONE button in the bottom right corner of your audio system. To set the clock:

1. Press and hold HR until the correct hour appears on the display. 2. Press and hold MIN until the correct minute appears on the display. To display the clock with the ignition off, press the recall button. The time will be displayed for a few seconds. There is an initial two-second delay before the clock goes into the time-set mode.

How to Operate Your ETW AM-FM Stereo Audio System

This part tells you.how your ETR@AM-FM stereo audio system works. Upper Knob (VOL-RECALL) - The upper knob has these four functions:

Turn it to switch the system on and off. Turn it to control the volume. Press it to display the time when the ignition is off. Press it to change between the clock and the radio station frequency displayed when the radio is on.

BAL (Balance) - The control ring behind the upper knob adjusts the left/right speaker balance.

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Lower Knob (TUNE-AM-FM) - The lower knob has two functions:

Turn it to tune in radio stations. Press it to change between the AM and FM bands.

FADE - The control ring behind the lower knob adjusts the front/rear speaker balance. SEEK - Press the SEEK b button to cause the receiver to seek the next higher station. Press the 4 SEEK button to cause the receiver to seek the next lower station. SCAN - Press the SCAN button to momentarily hear each available station. SCAN is a two button function and requires that you also press the SEEK b or 4 SEEK. “SCAN” appears in the display while you are in the SCAN mode. Press and hold SEEK b, then press 4 SEEK to cause the receiver to scan to the next higher station. Press and hold 4 SEEK, then press SEEK to the next lower station. The receiver will continue to scan until you press the VOL-RECALL knob or both SEEK buttons again. Pushbuttons - The four pushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. To set the pushbuttons for up to fourteen favorite stations (7 AM and 7 FM): 1. Tune in the desired station. 2. Press the SET button. “SET” appears in the display. 3. Within 5 seconds, press one of the four pushbuttons to store the station.

to cause the receiver to scan

Whenever you press that button, the preset station will return.

Repeat these steps for each pushbutton. NOTE: In addition to the four stations set as above, up to three additional stations may be preset on each band by pressing two adjoining buttons at the same time. Then do the following:

1. Tune in the desired station. 2. Press the SET button. “SET” appears in the display momentarily. 3. Within 5 seconds, press any two adjoining pushbuttons at the same time. (The station will return when the same two buttons are pressed again.)

TREBLE - Slide the TREBLE lever up to increase the treble response. If a station is weak or noisy, slide the TREBLE lever down to reduce the noise. BASS - Slide the BASS lever up to increase the bass response. Adjust the BASS lever to give a pleasing sound to your ear.

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How to Operate Your E T P AM-FM Stereo Audio Cassette System

This part tells you how your ETR@AM-FM stereo audio cassette system works. Upper Knob (VOL-RECALL) - The upper knob has these five functions:

Turn it to switch the system on and off.

0 Turn it to control the volume.

Press it to display the time when the ignition is off. Press it to change between the clock and the radio station frequency displayed when the radio is on. Press it to change sides of a tape when a cassette is playing.

BAL (Balance) - The control ring behind the upper knob adjusts the lefthight speaker balance. Lower Knob (TUNE-AM-FM) - The lower knob has two functions:

0 Turn it to tune in radio stations.

Press it to change between the AM and FM bands.

FADE - The control ring behind the lower knob adjusts the fronthear speaker balance. SEEK - Press the SEEK higher station. Press the 4 SEEK button to cause the receiver to seek the next lower station.

button to cause the receiver to seek the next

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P. SCAN (Preset Scan) - Press both SEEK buttons to scan each preset pushbutton station. The receiver will continue to scan and momentarily stop at each station until you press either SEEK button or the VOL-RECALL knob. “PSCAN” appears in the display while you are in the P. SCAN mode. Pushbuttons - The four pushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. To set the pushbuttons for up to twenty-one favorite stations (7 AM, 7 FM 1 and 7 FM2):

1. Tune in the desired station. 2. Press the SET button. “SET” appears in the display. 3. Within 5 seconds, press one of the four pushbuttons to store the station.

Whenever you press that button, the preset station will return.

Repeat these steps for each pushbutton. NOTE: In addition to the four stations set as above, up to three additional stations may be preset on each band by pressing two adjoining buttons at the same time. Then do the following:

1. Tune in the desired station. 2. Press the SET button. “SET” appears in the display momentarily. 3. Within 5 seconds, press any two adjoining pushbuttons at the same

time. (The station will return when the same two buttons are pressed again.)

TREBLE - Slide the TREBLE lever up to increase the treble response. If a station is weak or noisy, slide the TREBLE lever down to reduce the noise. BASS - Slide the BASS lever up to increase the bass response. Adjust the BASS lever to give a pleasing sound to your ear. To Play A Cassette Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player. Once the tape is playing, use the controls for volume, balance, fade, treble and bass just as you do for the radio. A lighted arrow will also appear and show the direction of play when a tape is in the player. FORWARD - To rapidly advance the tape, press 4 SEEK or SEEK the direction that the amber arrow points and the tape will rapidly go forward until you press the same SEEK button lightly. REVERSE - To rapidly reverse the tape, press 4 SEEK or SEEK the opposite direction that the amber arrow points and the tape will rapidly reverse until you press the same SEEK button lightly.

in

in

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PROGRAM - To go from one side of the tape to the other, press the VOL-RCL knob. EJECT - To remove the tape or stop the tape and switch to radio, press the EJECT button. If a tape is inserted with side “ I ” (or “A”) up, then the right arrow means that that side is being played. Likewise, a left arrow would indicate that side “2” (or “B”) had been selected. The player will automatically switch to the other side of the tape when the first side ends. How to Operate Your E T , AM-FM Stereo Audio Cassette ATC System

This part tells you how your ETR@AM-FM stereo audio cassette ATC system works. Upper Knob (PWR-VOL) - The upper knob has these two functions:

Push it to switch the system on and off. Turn it to control the volume.

SCV (Speed Compensated Volume) - Move the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the Speed Compensated Volume feature. As you drive, this feature increases the volume to overcome noise at any particular speed. Each clockwise position on the control ring allows more compensation and at a faster rate. AM/FM - Press this button to switch between AM, FMl and FM2. The display will show what mode the receiver is in.

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RCL (Recall) - Press this button to change between the clock and the radio station frequency displayed when the radio is on. Also, press this button to display the time when the ignition is off. TUNE - Press lightly on the TUNE button to release it from its stored position. Rotate the knob clockwise to increase frequency and counterclockwise to decrease radio frequency. When done, press the knob again to return it to its stored position. Pushbuttons - The six pushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. To set the pushbuttons for up to 18 favorite stations (6 AM, 6 FM1 and 6 FM2): 1. Tune in the desired station. 2. Press AUTO TONE to select the best setting for the type of station

chosen.

3. Press and hold one of the pushbuttons until sound returns

(approximately two seconds). Whenever you press that button, me preset station will return.

to cause the receiver to seek the next higher

Repeat these steps for each pushbutton. SEEK - Press SEEK station. Press 4 SEEK to cause the receiver to seek the next lower station. SCAN - Press and hold the center of the SEEK button to momentarily hear each available station. Release the button when SCAN appears in the display. The receiver will continue to scan and momentarily stop at each station until you press the center of the SEEK button again. P. SCAN (Preset Scan) - Press this button to scan each preset pushbutton station. The receiver will continue to scan and momentarily stop at each station until you press either P. SCAN again or one of the six pushbuttons. The AUTO SCAN setting for that preset button will also return. The pushbutton number (PI-P6) will appear momentarily just before frequency is displayed. AUTO TONE - Press this button to select between five preset equalization settings and tailor the sound to the music or voice being heard. Each time you press the button, the selection will switch to one of the preset settings of CLASSIC, NEWS, ROCK, POP, or JAZZ. The display will show which mode the receiver is in. To return to the manual mode, press and release AUTO TONE until MAN (manual) appears in the display. This will return the tone adjustment to the TREB and BASS controls. Also, any time a TREB or BASS control is rotated, tone is automatically set back to MAN (manual).

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FADE - Press lightly on the FADE knob to release it from its stored position and pull it out to the fully extended position. Rotate the knob clockwise to adjust sound to the front speakers and counterclockwise to adjust sound to the rear speakers. Push the knob back in to the stored position when done. BAL - Press lightly on the BAL knob to release it from its stored position and pull it out to the fully extended position. Rotate the knob clockwise to adjust sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise to adjust sound to the left speakers. Push the knob back in to the stored position when done. BASS - Press lightly on the BASS knob to release it from its stored position and pull it out to the fully extended position. Rotate the knob clockwise to increase the bass response and counterclockwise to decrease bass response. Any time the BASS control is rotated, tone is automatically set back to MAN (manual). Push the knob back in to the stored position when done. TREBLE - Press lightly on the TREB knob to release it from its stored position and pull it out to the fully extended position. Rotate the knob clockwise to increase the treble response and counterclockwise to decrease treble response. Any time the TREB control is rotated, tone is automatically set back to MAN (manual). Push the knob back in to the stored position when done. To Play a Cassette Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player. To load a cassette tape with the ignition off, first press EJECT or RCL. Then, insert the cassette tape. Once the tape is playing, use the control knobs for volume, balance, fade, treble and bass just as you do for the radio. A lighted tape symbol shows when a cassette tape is in the player. A lighted arrow will also appear and show the direction of play when a tape is active. The player automatically senses if the cassette tape is metal or CR02 and adjusts for best playback sound. For metal tapes, 00 (Dolby' Noise Reduction) will appear in the display. Any time a cassette tape is inserted, the top side is selected for play first. PREV (1) - Press PREV or 4 SEEK (in the direction that the lighted tape direction arrow points) to search for the previous selection. A minimum three-second blank gap is needed for the player to stop at the beginning of the selection. The tape direction arrow will blink during the SEEK operation.

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(in the direction that the lighted tape

PROG (2) - Press PROG to go from one side of the tape to the other. NEXT (3) - Press NEXT or SEEK direction. arrow points) to search for the next selection. A minimum three-second blank gap is needed for the player to stop at the beginning of the selection. NEXT will appear in the display. REV (4)- To rapidly reverse the tape, press REV and the tape will rapidly reverse to the beginning of the cassette reel or until you press REV again. The radio plays the last selected station during REV. 00 (5)- Press 00 to reduce cassette tape noise. The 00 symbol will appear in the display while the player is in this mode. FWD (6)- To rapidly advance the tape, press FWD and the tape will rapidly advance to the end of the cassette reel or until you press FWD again. The radio plays the last selected station during FWD. TAPE AUX- To playing, press the AM/FM button. To return to the tape player, press TAPE AUX. The lighted arrow will appear and show the direction of play when a tape is active. EJECT - To remove the tape press the EJECT button. EJECT can be used with either the ignition or radio off. Also, you must press EJECT before loading a cassette with the radio off to allow loading. If a tape is inserted with side “1” (or “A”) up, then the right arrow means that that side is being played. Likewise, a left arrow would indicate that side “2” (or “B”) had been selected. 00 Dolby@ Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby@ and the 00 symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

switch between the player and the radio when a tape is

THEFTLOCK” Theft Deferent Feature THEFTLOCK” is an anti-theft feature for the cassette player. It can be used or ignored. If ignored, the system plays normally. If it is used, your player won’t be usable if it is ever stolen, because it will go to LOC mode any time the battery power is removed. After a loss of battery power, the player cannot be turned on unless an unlock code is entered. When activated, an indicator will flash while the ignition is off. The following instructions tell you how to enter a secret code to activate the THEFTLOCK system. If your vehicle loses battery power for any reason, you must unlock the svstem with the secret code before the radio will turn on.

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To Lock The System: 1. 2. 3. 4.

Write down any number from 000 to 999 and keep it in a safe place. Turn the ignition to ACC or RUN. Turn the radio off. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold them down until “- - -” shows on the display. You are now ready to enter your secret code. Don’t wait more than 15 seconds between any of the following steps. If you do, the radio automatically returns to time display and you must start the procedure over at step 4. Press MIN and “000” will appear on the display. Press the MIN button again to make the last two digits agree with your code. Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code. Press AMEM after you have confirmed that the code matches the one you wrote down. rEP appears in the display, indicating that you need to repeat steps 5 through 7. Press AMEM and this time the display will show “SEC”. “SEC” means the system is secured.

5. 6.

7. 8.

9.

With the ignition off, the THEFTLOCK indicator will flash.

To Unlock THEFTLOCK After a Power Loss When battery power is reapplied to a secured radio, the radio won’t turn on and “LOC” will appear on the display. Enter your secret code as follows. Pause no more than 15 seconds between steps.

1. 2. 3. 4.

5. 6.

Turn the ignition on. Turn the radio off. Press MIN and “000’ will appear on the display. Press the MIN button again to make the last two digits agree with your code. Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code. Press AMEM after you have confirmed that the code matches the one you wrote down. SEC appears in the display indicating that the radio is now operable.

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To Disable THEFTLOCK I . Turn the ignition on. 2. Turn the radio off. 3. With the time showing in the display, press the 1 and 4 buttons

together. Hold them down until "SEC" shows on the display. You are now ready to enter your secret code. Don't wait more than 15 seconds between any of the following steps.

4. Press MIN and "000" will appear on the display. 5. Press the MTN button again to make the last two digits agree with your

code.

6. Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code. 7. Press AMFM after you have confirmed that the code matches the one " will appear in the display, indicating that the

you wrote down. system is unsecured (disabled).

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If the code is incorrect, "SEC" will appear in the display and the system will still be secured. The radio will still operate if it is secured or unsecured. If "SEC" appears and you still want to disable the system, follow the disable procedure again and enter the correct code. How to Operate Your E T P AM-FM Stereo Audio Compact Disc ATC System

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Upper Knob (PWR-VOL) - The upper knob has these two functions:

Push it to switch the system on and off. Turn it to control the volume.

SCV (Speed Compensated Volume) - Move the control ring behind the upper knob clockwise to adjust the Speed Compensated Volume feature. As you drive, this feature increases the volume to overcome noise at any particular speed. Each clockwise position on the control ring allows more compensation and at a faster rate. AM/FM - Press this button to switch between AM, FMl and FM2. The display will show what mode the receiver is in. RCL (Recall) - Press this button to change between the clock and the radio station frequency displayed when the radio is on. Also, press this button to display the time when the ignition is off. TUNE - Press lightly on the TUNE button to release it from its stored position. Rotate the knob clockwise to increase frequency and counterclockwise to decrease radio frequency. When done, press the knob again to return it to its stored position. Pushbuttons - The six pushbuttons let you return to favorite stations. To set the pushbuttons for up to 18 favorite stations (6 AM, 6 FM1 and 6 FM2): 1. Tune in the desired station. 2. Press AUTO TONE to select the best setting for the type of station

chosen.

3. Press and hold one of the pushbuttons until sound returns

(approximately two seconds). Whenever you press that button, the preset station will return.

to cause the receiver to seek the next higher

Repeat these steps for each pushbutton. SEEK - Press SEEK station. Press 4 SEEK to cause the receiver to seek the next lower station. SCAN - Press and hold the center of the SEEK button to momentarily hear each available station. Release the button when SCAN appears in the display. The receiver will continue to scan and momentarily stop at each station until you press the center of the SEEK button again. P. SCAN (Preset Scan) - Press this button to scan each preset pushbutton station. The receiver will continue to scan and momentarily stop at each station until you press either P. SCAN again or one of the six pushbuttons. The AUTO SCAN setting for that preset button will also return. The pushbutton number (Pl-P6) will appear momentarily just before frequency is displayed.

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this button to select between five preset equalization

AUTO TONE -Press settings and tailor the sound to the music or voice being heard. Each time you press the button, the selection will switch to one of the preset settings of CLASSIC, NEWS, ROCK, POP, or JAZZ. The display will show which mode the receiver is in. To return to the manual mode, press and release AUTO TONE until MAN (manual) appears in the display. This will return the tone adjustment to the TREB and BASS controls. Also, any time a TREB or BASS control is rotated, tone is automatically set back to MAN (manual). FADE - Press lightly on the FADE knob to release it from its stored position and pull it out to the fully extended position. Rotate the knob clockwise to adjust sound to the front speakers and counterclockwise to adjust sound to the rear speakers. Push the knob back in to the stored position when done. BAL - Press lightly on the BAL knob to release it from its stored position and pull it out to the fully extended position. Rotate the knob clockwise to adjust sound to the right speakers and counterclockwise to adjust sound to the left speakers. Push the knob back in to the stored position when done. BASS - Press lightly on the BASS knob to release it from its stored position and pull it out to the fully extended position. Rotate the knob clockwise to increase the bass response and counterclockwise to decrease bass response. Any time the BASS control is rotated, tone is automatically set back to MAN (manual). Push the knob back in to the stored position when done. TREBLE - Press lightly on the TREB knob to release it from its stored position and pull it out to the fully extended position. Rotate the knob clockwise to increase the treble response and counterclockwise to decrease treble response. Any time the TREB control is rotated, tone is automatically set back to MAN (manual). Push the knob back in to the stored position when done. To Play A Compact Disc

NOTICE: DO NOT use mini-discs that are called singles. They won’t eject. USE FULL-SIZE COMPACT DISCS.

Press the PWR knob to turn the player on. Inserting a disc partway with the power off and ignition on will also turn the player on. Insert a disc into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in. Wait a few seconds and the disc should play. When a disc is in the player, a CD symbol will appear in the display. When a disc is playing, the letters CD will appear next to the CD symbol.

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If the disc player is very hot, or if you’re driving on a very rough road, a disc may come out or just not play. If you see the word Err on the display, the disc player is too hot to play the disc. Press RECALL to make the word Err go off the display. When things get back to normal, the disc should play again. If the disc comes back out, check whether:

The disc is upside down. It is dirty, scratched, or wet. Too much moisture is in the air. (If there IS, wait about one hour and try again.)

RECALL - Press RECALL to see what track is playing. Press it again within 5 seconds to see how long the CD has been playing that track. Elapsed time is displayed in minutes and tenths of a second. The track number will also appear when a new track begins to play. Press RECALL again to return to the time display. COMP - Press the COMP button to make soft and loud passages more nearly equal in volume. “COMP’ will appear in the display while using this control. PREV (1) - Press PREV or 4 SEEK to search for the previous selection, If you hold this button or press it more than once, the disc will advance further. PREV will appear in the display. RDM (2) - Press RDM to play the tracks on the disc in random (instead of 1,2, 3 ...) order. While in the RDM mode, RANDOM appears in the display. Press RDM again to return to normal play. NEXT (3) - Press NEXT or SEEK you hold this button or press it more than once, the disc will advance further. NEXT will appear in the display. REV (4)- Press and hold REV to return rapidly to a favorite passage. You will hear the disc selection play at high speed while you press the REV button. This allows you to listen and find out when the disc is at the desired selection passage. Release REV to resume playing. 00 (5)- Press 00 to reduce tape noise f a remote cassette player is used. The 00 symbol will appear in the display while the player is in this mode. FWD (6)- Press and hold FWD to advance rapidly within a track. You will hear the disc selection play at high speed while you press the FWD button. This allows you to listen and find out when the disc is at the desired selection passage. Release FWD to resume playing. CD AUX - To switch between the player and the radio when a disc is playing, press the AMFM button. To return to the player, press CD AUX.

to search for the next selection. If

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When a disc is playing, the letters CD and the CD symbol will appear in the display. EJECT - Press EJECT to eject the disc from the player and play the radio. When the same or a new disc is inserted, the disc will start playing on track 1. 00 Dolby’ Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby@ and the 00 symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. THEFTLOCK Theft Deterent Feature THEFTLOCK is an anti-theft feature for the compact disc player. It can be used or ignored. If ignored, the system plays normally. If it is used, your player won’t be usable if it is ever stolen, because it will go to LOC mode any time the battery power is removed. After a loss of battery power, the player cannot be turned on unless an unlock code is entered. The following instructions tell you how to enter a secret code into the system. If your vehicle loses battery power for any reason, you must unlock the system with the secret code before the radio will turn on.

To Lock The System: 1. 2. 3. 4.

Write down any number from 000 to 999 and keep it in a safe place. Turn the ignition to ACC or RUN. Turn the radio off. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold them down until “- - -” shows on the display. You are now ready to enter your secret code. Don’t wait more than 15 seconds between any of the following steps. If you do, the radio automatically returns to time display and you must start the procedure over at step 4. Press MIN and “000” will appear on the display. Press the MIN button again to make the last two digits agree with your code. Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code. Press AM/FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the one you wrote down. rEP appears in the display, indicating that you need to repeat steps 5 through 7. Press AM/FM and this time the display will show SEC. 9. With the ignition off, the THEFTLOCK indicator will flash.

7. 8.

5. 6.

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To Unlock THEFTLOCK After a Power Loss When battery power is reapplied to a secured radio, the radio won’t turn on and “LOC” will appear on the display. Enter your secret code as follows. Pause no more than 15 seconds between steps. 1. Turn the ignition on. 2. Turn the radio off. 3. Press MIN and “000” will appear on the display. 4. Press the MIN button again to make the last two digits agree with your

code.

5. Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code. 6. Press AM/FM after you have confirmed that the code matches the one you wrote down. SEC appears in the display indicating that the radio is now operable.

To Disable THEFTLOCK 1. Turn the ignition on. 2. Turn the radio off. 3. With the time showing in the display, press the 1 and 4 buttons

together. Hold them down until “SEC” shows on the display. You are now ready to enter your secret code. Don’t wait more than 15 seconds between any of the following steps.

4. Press MIN and “000” will appear on the display. 5. Press the MIN button again to make the last two digits agree with your

code.

6. Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree with your code. 7. Press AMEM after you have confirmed that the code matches the one

you wrote down. “- ” will appear in the display, indicating that the system is unsecured (disabled).

If the code is incorrect, “SEC” will appear in the display and the system will still be secured. The radio will still operate if it is secured or unsecured. If “SEC” appears and you still want to disable the system, follow the disable procedure again and enter the correct code.

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Remote Cassette Player - €?W AM-FM Stereo Audio Compact Disc ATC System

1 If you have an ETR@

AM-FM Stereo Audio Compact Disc ATC System that includes a remote cassette player, the cassette player is located in the center of the instrument panel.

EJECT

Your tape player is built to work best with tapes that are 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapes longer than that are so thin they may not work well in this player. To load a cassette tape with the ignition off, first press EJECT. Then, insert the cassette tape. Once the tape is playing, use the control knobs for volume, balance, fade, treble and bass just as you do for the radio. A lighted tape symbol shows when a cassette tape is in the player. A lighted arrow will also appear and show the direction of play when a tape is active. The player automatically senses if the cassette tape is metal or CRO2 and adjusts for best playback sound. For metal tapes, 00 (Dolby@ Noise Reduction) will appear in the display. Any time a cassette tape is inserted, the top side is selected for play first. PREV (1) - Press PREV or 4 SEEK (in the opposite direction that the lighted tape direction arrow points) to search for the previous selection. A minimum three-second blank gap is needed for the player to stop at the beginning of the selection. The tape direction arrow will blink during the SEEK operation and the audio is in the mute mode. PROG (on cassette player) - Press PROG to go from one side of the tape to the other. NEXT (3) - Press NEXT or SEEK direction arrow points) to search for the next selection. A minimum three-second blank gap is needed for the player to stop at the beginning of the selection. NEXT will appear in the display and the audio is in the mute mode.

(in the direction that the lighted tape

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REV (4) - To rapidly reverse the tape, press REV and the tape will rapidly reverse to the beginning of the cassette reel or until you press REV again. The radio plays the last selected station during REV. 00 (5) - 00 is active at all times with a tape inserted in the remote cassette. 00 will appear in the display. FWD (6) - To rapidly advance the tape, press FWD and the tape will rapidly advance to the end of the cassette reel or until you press FWD again. The radio plays the last selected station during FWD. TAPE - To switch between the player and the radio when a tape is playing, press the AMEM button. To return to the tape player, press CD AUX. The lighted arrow will appear next to the tape symbol and show the direction of play when a tape is active. EJECT (on cassette player) - To remove the tape press the EJECT button. EJECT can be used with either the ignition or radio off. Also, you must press EJECT before loading a cassette with the radio off to allow loading. If a tape is inserted with side “1” (or “A”) up, then the right arrow means that that side is being played. Likewise, a left arrow would indicate that side “2” (or “B”) had been selected. 00 Dolby@ Noise Reduction is manufactured under a license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby@ and the 00 symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

Understanding Radio Reception FM stereo will give you the best sound. But FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). And, tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to come and go. The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick up noise from things like storms and power lines. Try reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it. AM Stereo means the DelcoB system can receive C-QUAM@stereo broadcasts. Many AM stations around the countr use C-QUAM@ to produce stereo, though some do not. (C-QUAM of Motorola, Inc.) If your Delco@ system can get C-QUAM@, your “STEREO” light will come on when you’re receiving it. Be aware that hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late. Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound. Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing. Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on your radio to a safe sound level before your hearing adapts to it.

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To help avoid hearing loss or damage:

1. Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. 2. Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly.

NOTICE: Before you add any sound equipment to your vehicle - like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio - be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it’s very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s engine, Delco@ radio or other systems, and even damage them. And, your vehicle’s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added improperly. So, before adding sound equipment, check with your dealer and be sure to check Federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units.

Care of Your Cassette Player and Tapes A tape player that is not cleaned regularly is subject to reduced sound quality, ruining the cassette, or damaging the mechanism. Tape cassettes that are not properly stored in their plastic cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight, and extreme heat may not operate properly and could cause premature failure of the tape player. Your tape player should be cleaned with every 50 hours of use to provide optimum performance. Your radio may display “Cln” (Clean) to indicate that you have used your tape player for 50 hours without re-setting the tape clean timer. If you notice a reduction in sound quality, regardless of when the tape player was last cleaned, try playing a different cassette to see if the tape or tape player is at fault. If the second cassette results in no improvement in sound quality, try cleaning the tape player. Proper tape player cleaning should be done with a scrubbing action, non-abrasive cleaning cassette. This is a wet-type cleaning system that uses a cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn. To properly clean your tape player, follow instructions with the cleaning cassette. If you use this type of cleaner, the radio may display an error and eject the cartridge. This is normal and is the result of an added feature in the tape player that detects broken tapes. If an error occurs, you will need to insert the cleaning cassette at least 3 times to thoroughly clean the tape player.

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You may prefer to use a non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner. This type of cleaner uses a fabric belt to clean the tape head. This type of cleaner cassette will not cause an error, but it may not clean the tape player as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner. A scrubbing action cleaner cassette is available through your retailer (SPO #12344600). Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may degrade over time. Always verify that the cassette tape is in good condition and the tape player is clean before obtaining service on your tape player.

NOTICE: Cassette tape adapter kits for portable CD players will not work in your cassette player. These adapters will cause the radio to display an error and the adapter cassette will be ejected.

Care of Compact Discs Handle discs carefully. Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust. If the surface of a disc is soiled, dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution and clean it, wiping from the center to the edge. Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling discs. Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge.

Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged. If the mast should ever become slightly bent, you can straighten it out by hand. If the mast is badly bent, as it might be by vandals, you should replace it. Check every once in a while to be sure the mast is still tightened to the fender.

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Your Driving and the Road

Section 1

Here you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather conditions. We’ve also included many other useful tips on driving.

Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up (See “Safety Belts’’ in the Index.) Defensive driving really means “be ready for anything.” On city streets, rural roads, or freeways, it means “always expect the unexpected.”

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Assume that pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes. Anticipate what they might do. Be ready for their mistakes. Rear-end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents. Yet they are common. Allow enough following distance. It’s the best defensive driving maneuver, in both city and rural driving. You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly. Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victims every year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive a vehicle:

Judgment

0 Muscular Coordination

Vision Attentiveness

Police records show that almost half of all motor vehicle-related deaths involve alcohol. In most cases, these deaths are the result of someone who was drinking and driving. In recent years, some 18,000 annual motor vehicle-related deaths have been associated with the use of alcohol, with more than 300,000 people injured. Many adults - by some estimates, nearly half the adult population - choose never to drink alcohol, so they never drive after drinking. For persons under 2 1, it’s against the law in every U.S. state to drink alcohol. There are good medical, psychological and developmental reasons for these laws. The obvious way to solve this highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive. But what if people do? How much is “too much” if the driver plans to drive? It’s a lot less than many might think. Although it depends on each person and situation, here is some general information on the problem. The Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of someone who is drinking depends upon four things:

How much alcohol consumed The drinker’s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association, a 180-pound (82 kg) person who drinks three 12-ounce (355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0.06 percent. The person would reach the same

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BAC by drinking three 4-ounce ( 120 ml) glasses of wine or three mixed drinks if each had 1-1/2 ounces (45 ml) of a liquor like whiskey, gin or vodka.

It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, if the same person drank three double martinis (3 ounces or 90 ml of liquor each) within an hour, the person’s BAC would be close to 0.12 percent. A person who consumes food just before or during drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level. There is a gender difference, too. Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men. Since alcohol is carried in body water, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight when each has the same number of drinks. The law in many U.S. states sets the legal limit at a BAC of 0.10 percent. In a growing number of U.S. states, and throughout Canada, the limit is 0.08 percent. In some other countries it’s even lower. The BAC limit for all commercial drivers in the U.S. is 0.04 percent. The BAC will be over 0.10 percent after three to six drinks (in one hour). Of course, as we’ve seen, it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks, and how quickly the person drinks them. But the ability to drive is affected well below a BAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows that the driving skills of many people are impaired at a BAC approaching 0.05 percent, and that the effects are worse at night. All drivers are impaired at BAC levels above 0.05 percent. Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0.05 percent or above. A driver with a BAC level of 0.06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having a collision. At a BAC level of 0.10 percent, the chance of this driver having a collision is twelve times greater; at a level of 0.15 percent, the chance is twenty-five times greater! The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcohol in one drink. No amount of coffee or number of cold showers will speed that up. “1’11 be

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careful” isn’t the right answer. What if there’s an emergency, a need to take sudden action, as when a child darts into the street? A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision. There’s something else about drinking and driving that many people don’t know. Medical research shows that alcohol in a person’s system can make crash injuries worse, especially injuries to the brain, spinal cord or heart. This means that when anyone who has been drinking - driver or passenger - is in a crash, that person’s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking.

Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering and the accelerator. All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road.

Sometimes, as when you’re driving on snow or ice, it’s easy to ask more of those control systems than the tires and road can provide. That means you can lose control of your vehicle.

Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal. That’s perception time. Then you have to bring up your foot and do it. That’s reaction time. Average reaction time is about 3/4 of a second. But that’s only an average. It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another. Age, physical condition, alertness, coordination, and eyesight all play a part. So do alcohol, drugs and frustration. But even in 314 of a second, a vehicle moving at 60 mph (100 k d h ) travels 66 feet (20 m). That could be a lot of distance in an emergency, so keeping enough space between your vehicle and others is important. And, of course, actual stopping distances vary greatly with the surface or me road (whether it’s pavement or gravel); the condition of the road (wet, dry, icy); tire tread; and the condition of your brakes. Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive in spurts - heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking - rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops. Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking. If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances, you will eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking. That means better braking and longer brake life. If your engine ever stops while you’re driving, brake normally but don’t pump your brakes. If you do, the pedal may get harder to push down. If your engine stops, you will still have some power brake assist. But you will use it when you brake. Once the power assist is used up, it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push.

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Your vehicle has an advanced electronic braking system that can help you keep it under control. When you start your vehicle and begin to drive away, you may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise. This is the ABS system testing itself.

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Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet. You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you. You slam on the brakes. Here’s what happens with ABS. A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at the rear wheels. The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions.

You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard. As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you need to get your foot up to the brake pedal. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops. Always leave enough room up ahead to stop, even though you have anti-lock brakes.

To Use Anti-Lock Don’t pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down and let anti-lock work for you. You may feel the brakes vibrate, or you may notice some noise, but this is normal. On vehicles with four-wheel drive, your anti-lock brakes work at all times - whether you are in two-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. Braking in Emergencies Use your anti-lock braking system when you need to. With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help you more than even the very best braking. Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort.

Steering Tips

Driving on Curves It’s important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the “driver lost control” accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves. Here’s why: Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves. The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front wheels. If there’s no traction, inertia will keep the vehicle going in the same direction. If you’ve ever tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice, you’ll understand this. The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface, the angle at which the curve is banked, and your speed. While you’re in a curve, speed is the one factor you can control. Suppose you’re steering through a sharp curve. Then you suddenly accelerate. Both control systems - steering and acceleration - have to do their work where the tires meet the road. Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places. You can lose control. What should you do if this ever happens? Ease up on the accelerator pedal, steer the vehicle the way you want it to go, and slow down.

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Speed limit signs near curves warn that you should adjust your speed. Of course, the posted speeds are based on good weather and road conditions. Under less favorable conditions you’ll want to go slower. If you need to reduce your speed as you approach a curve, do it before you enter the curve, while your front wheels are straight ahead. Try to adjust your speed so you can “drive” through the curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed. Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve, and then accelerate gently into the straightaway.

Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can be more effective than braking. For example, you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you. You can avoid these problems by braking - if you can stop in time. But sometimes you can’t; there isn’t room. That’s the time for evasive action - steering around the problem. Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these. First apply your brakes. (See “Braking in Emergencies” earlier in this section.) It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision. Then steer around the problem, to the left or right depending on the space available. An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very quickly without removing either hand. But you have to act fast, steer quickly, and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object.

The fact that such emergency situations are always possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly.

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Off-Road Recovery You may find sometime that your right wheels have dropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while you’re driving. If the level of the shoulder is only slightly below the pavement, recovery should be fairly easy. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that your vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement. You can turn the steering wheel up to 1/4 turn until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge. Then turn your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway.

I. Edge of Road

Surface

2. Slow Down 3. Left Approx. Quarter Turn

4. Recover

Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two-lane highway waits for just the right moment, accelerates, moves around the vehicle ahead, then goes back into the right lane again. A simple maneuver? Not necessarily! Passing another vehicle on a two-lane highway is a potentially dangerous move, since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds. A miscalculation, an error in judgment, or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents - the head-on collision. So here are some tips for passing:

“Drive ahead.” Look down the road, to the sides, and to crossroads for situations that might affect your passing patterns. If you have any doubt whatsoever about making a successful pass, wait for a better time. Watch for traffic signs, pavement markings, and lines. If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection, delay your pass. A broken center line usually indicates it’s all right to pass (providing the road ahead is clear). Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane or a double solid line, even if the road seems empty of approaching traffic.

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