Chevrolet 1999 Tahoe Owner's Manual

yellowblue iThe 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban Owner’s Manual1-1 Seats and Restraint SystemsThis section tells you how to use your seats and sa

yellowblue 1-4Heated Front Seats (If Equipped)The control for the driver’s side heated seat is located onthe left side of the seat. The control fo

yellowblue 2-30Running Your Engine While You’re ParkedIt’s better not to park with the engine running. But ifever you have to, here are some thing

yellowblue 2-31Locking Rear Axle (If Equipped)If you have this feature, your locking rear axle can giveyou additional traction on snow, mud, ice,

yellowblue 2-324-Door Utility and SuburbanIf you have the optional power windows, the controlsare on each of the side doors.The driver’s door has

yellowblue 2-33Electric Tailgate Glass ReleaseBefore operating your electric tailgate glass release, seethe caution under “Your Doors and How They

yellowblue 2-34Multifunction LeverThe lever on the left side of the steering columnincludes your:Turn Signal and Lane Change IndicatorHeadlamp Hig

yellowblue 2-35Headlamp High/Low-Beam ChangerTo change the headlamps from low beam to high or highto low, pull the turn signal lever all the way t

yellowblue 2-36Windshield WasherAt the top of the lever,there’s a paddle with theword PUSH on it. To spraywasher fluid on thewindshield, push the

yellowblue 2-37To wash the window, push in on the switch. Windowwasher fluid will continue to spray until the switch isreleased. The wiper will co

yellowblue 2-38Setting Cruise ControlCAUTION:If you leave your cruise control switch on whenyou’re not using cruise, you might hit a buttonand go

yellowblue 2-39Reducing Speed While Using Cruise ControlThere are two ways to reduce your speed while usingcruise control:Push in the SET button a

yellowblue 1-5But don’t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving.CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle isin motion ca

yellowblue 2-40Exterior LampsYour parking and headlamp knob is on the driver’s sideof your instrument panel.Rotate the knob clockwise, to the park

yellowblue 2-41Headlamps-On ReminderA buzzer will sound when your headlamps are turned onand your ignition is in OFF, LOCK or ACCESSORY. Ifyou nee

yellowblue 2-42Illuminated EntryYour vehicle is equipped with an illuminated entryfeature.When the doors are opened, the dome lamps will comeon if

yellowblue 2-43Reading LampsIf your vehicle has readinglamps, press the button next to the lamp to turn thelamp on.The lamps can be adjustedto poi

yellowblue 2-44The mirror also includes an eight-point compass displayin the upper right corner of the mirror face. When on,the compass automatica

yellowblue 2-45Compass OperationPress the COMP switch once briefly to turn the compasson or off.When the ignition and the compass feature are on,

yellowblue 2-46Compass VarianceThe mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory.It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensatefo

yellowblue 2-47Electrochromic Inside Rearview Mirrorwith Compass and Temperature Display (If Equipped)Your vehicle may have electrochromic inside

yellowblue 2-48Press and release the TEMP switch to toggle thetemperature display between Fahrenheit or Celsius. If an abnormal reading is display

yellowblue 2-49Compass VarianceThe mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory.It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensatefo

yellowblue 1-6Head RestraintsSlide the head restraint up or down so that the top of therestraint is closest to the top of your ears. This position

yellowblue 2-50Outside Manual Adjust MirrorsAdjust your outside mirrors so you can just see the sideof your vehicle and have a clear view of objec

yellowblue 2-511. To adjust the mirrors when hauling a slide-in camperor towing a trailer, rotate the mirror by pushing themirror head toward the

yellowblue 2-52Electric Outside Rearview Mirrors (If Equipped)If you have electric mirrors, they can be adjusted topoint where you want from insid

yellowblue 2-53Storage CompartmentsYour vehicle has a variety of storage compartmentsdesigned to store small items.Glove BoxTo open your glove box

yellowblue 2-544. Add one peg at a time until the PUSHbutton on the closedcompartment dooroperates the garage door opener.5. Now, with thecompartm

yellowblue 2-55Sunglasses CompartmentThe center overhead compartment can be used toconveniently store your sunglasses.To open the center compartme

yellowblue 2-56Center Floor Console (If Equipped)Your vehicle may have a console compartment betweenthe bucket seats.To open it, lift the latch ha

yellowblue 2-57Your vehicle may have amemo holder attached to thefront of the console. Use itto hold pads of paper orsimilar items.Your vehicle ma

yellowblue 2-58Armrest Storage Compartment (If Equipped)Your vehicle may have a center armrest storagecompartment in the front bench seat.To open

yellowblue 2-59Other Storage CompartmentsYour vehicle includes a number of storagecompartments for storage of often-used items.Some vehicles have

yellowblue 1-7Easy Entry Seat (2-Door Utility)CAUTION:If any easy entry seat isn’t locked, it can move. Ina sudden stop or crash, the person sitti

yellowblue 2-60If you have a cargo security shade, you can use it tocover items in the cargo area of your vehicle.To use the shade, pull the shade

yellowblue 2-61Cargo Tie DownsThere are cargo tie downs inthe rear cargo area thatallow you to strap cargo inand keep it from movinginside the veh

yellowblue 2-62Be sure the cargo is properly loaded.If small heavy objects are placed on the roof, placethe load in the area over the rear wheels

yellowblue 2-63Rear AshtrayTo use a rear ashtray, if you have them, pull at the top ofthe ashtray door to flip the door open.To remove a rear asht

yellowblue 2-64Sun VisorsTo block out glare, you can swing down the visors. Youcan also swing them out to help block glare at the frontand side wi

yellowblue 2-65The transmitter will learn and transmit the frequenciesof most current transmitters and is powered by yourvehicle’s battery and cha

yellowblue 2-663. Decide which one of the three channels you want toprogram. Using both hands, press the hand-heldtransmitter button and the desir

yellowblue 2-67To determine if your garage door opener has this“rolling code” feature, press the appropriate button onthe universal transmitter th

yellowblue 2-68Instrument Panel

yellowblue 2-69A. Dome Lamp SwitchB. Lamp ControlsC. Air OutletsD. Multifunction LeverE. Instrument ClusterF. Gearshift LeverG. Audio SystemH. Com

yellowblue 1-8Rear SeatsCAUTION:If a head restraint is not installed on the seatbackor stored in the vehicle properly, it could bethrown about the

yellowblue 2-70Instrument Panel ClusterUnited States version shown, Canadian similarYour instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glanc

yellowblue 2-71Speedometer and OdometerYour speedometer lets you see your speed in both milesper hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Yourod

yellowblue 2-72Warning Lights, Gages and IndicatorsThis part describes the warning lights and gages thatmay be on your vehicle. The pictures will

yellowblue 2-73Air Bag Readiness LightThere is an air bag readiness light on the instrumentpanel, which shows AIR BAG. The system checks theair ba

yellowblue 2-74VoltmeterWhen your engine is notrunning, but the ignition isin the RUN position, thisgage shows your battery’sstate of charge in DC

yellowblue 2-75This light should come onbriefly when you turn theignition key to RUN. If itdoesn’t come on then, have it fixed so it will beready

yellowblue 2-76Engine Coolant Temperature GageThis gage shows the enginecoolant temperature.It also provides an indicator of how hard your vehicle

yellowblue 2-77NOTICE:If you keep driving your vehicle with this lighton, after a while, your emission controls may notwork as well, your fuel eco

yellowblue 2-78If the light stops flashing and remains on steady, see “Ifthe Light Is On Steady” following.If the light continues to flash, when i

yellowblue 2-79Oil Pressure GageThe oil pressure gage shows the engine oilpressure in psi (pounds persquare inch) when theengine is running. Canad

yellowblue 1-9To fold the seat, pull on the release handle at the bottomof the seat cushion marked RELEASE.When you release the seat cushion, the

yellowblue 2-80Security LightThis light will come onbriefly when you turn thekey to START.The light will stay on until the engine starts. If the l

yellowblue 2-81Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Indicator LightThis light will go onwhenever the DRL are on.When it begins to get dark, the DRL indicat

yellowblue 2-82Fuel GageWhen the ignition is on, thefuel gage tells you abouthow much fuel you haveleft in your tank.The gage will first indicate

3-yellowblue 3-1Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio SystemsIn this section, you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control and audio systems

yellowblue 3-2Comfort ControlsHeater Control SystemFan KnobThe knob on the left side of the heating system controlpanel controls the fan speed. Th

yellowblue 3-3Heater and Air Conditioning ControlSystem (If Equipped)Fan KnobThe knob on the left side of the heating system controlpanel controls

yellowblue 3-4 DEFROST: This setting directs air toward the windshield.Rear Air Conditioning and Heating Systems(If Equipped)If your vehicle has o

yellowblue 3-5To use the rear control, first turn the front control knobto REAR CNTL.Then, the rear control can be used to increase anddecrease th

yellowblue 3-6Rear Air Conditioning and Rear Heater (If Equipped)If your vehicle has the rear air conditioning and rearheater system combination,

yellowblue 3-7Air ConditioningOn hot days, open the windows long enough to let hotair inside escape. This reduces the time it takes for yourvehicl

yellowblue 1-10Folding Rear Seats (4-Door Models)The rear seat of the 4-Door Utility or the second seat ofa Suburban may have a 60/40 seat, either

yellowblue 3-8Ventilation SystemFor mild outside temperatures when little heating orcooling is needed, use VENT to direct outside airthrough your

yellowblue 3-9Ventilation TipsKeep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow orany other obstruction (such as leaves). The heaterand defroste

yellowblue 3-10Do not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape or decalsacross the defogger grid on the rear window.NOTICE:Don’t use a razor blade

yellowblue 3-11AM-FM StereoPlaying the RadioVOLUME: This knob turns the system on and off andcontrols the volume. To increase volume and turn the

yellowblue 3-12In addition to the four stations already set, up to threemore stations may be preset on each band by pressingtwo adjoining buttons

yellowblue 3-13Finding a StationAM-FM: Press the lower knob to switch between AM,FM1 and FM2.TUNE: Turn the lower knob to tune in radio stations.S

yellowblue 3-14Adjusting the SpeakersBAL: Turn the control behind the upper knob to movethe sound to the left or right speakers. The middlepositio

yellowblue 3-15AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Playerand Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)Playing the RadioPWR-VOL: Press this knob to turn the

yellowblue 3-16PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons letyou return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 a

yellowblue 3-17Adjusting the SpeakersBAL: Press lightly on this knob to release it from itsstored position. Turn the control clockwise to adjustso

yellowblue 1-11On Suburban models, tocreate a load floor, releasethe panels from the seatbackby pushing rearward on thelatch and fold them out toc

yellowblue 3-18 (5): Press this button to reduce cassette tape noise.The double-D symbol will appear on the display whilethe player is in this mod

yellowblue 3-19AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Playerand Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)Playing the RadioPWR-VOL: Press this knob to turn the

yellowblue 3-20PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons letyou return to your favorite stations. You can set up to 18 stations (six AM, six FM1 a

yellowblue 3-21Adjusting the SpeakersBAL: Press lightly on this knob to release it from itsstored position. Turn the control clockwise to adjustso

yellowblue 3-22NEXT (3): Press NEXT or the SEEK right arrow tosearch for the next selection. If you hold this button orpress it more than once, th

yellowblue 3-23Remote Compact Disc Player (If Equipped)If you have this option, you can play one compact disc(CD) at a time.To load a CD into the

yellowblue 3-24REV (4): Press and hold this button to quickly reversewithin a track. As the CD reverses, elapsed time will bedisplayed to help you

yellowblue 3-25Activating the Theft-Deterrent FeatureThe instructions which follow explain how to enter yoursecret code to activate the THEFTLOCK

yellowblue 3-26Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After aPower LossEnter your secret code as follows; pause no more than15 seconds between step

yellowblue 3-27Understanding Radio ReceptionAMThe range for most AM stations is greater than for FM,especially at night. The longer range, however

yellowblue 1-12There is a foot-operatedrelease lever for rear seatpassengers to use whengetting out of the third seat.To release the easy entry se

yellowblue 3-28Care of Your Cassette Tape PlayerA tape player that is not cleaned regularly can causereduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a

yellowblue 3-29If your vehicle is equipped with the AM-FM Stereo withCassette Tape Player and Automatic Tone Control:1. Turn the ignition to RUN o

yellowblue 3-30Care of Your Compact DiscsHandle discs carefully. Store them in their original casesor other protective cases and away from direct

4-yellowblue 4-1Section 4 Your Driving and the RoadHere you’ll find information about driving on different kinds of roads and in varying weather c

yellowblue 4-2Defensive DrivingThe best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively.Please start with a very important safety devic

yellowblue 4-3Drunken DrivingDeath and injury associated with drinking and driving isa national tragedy. It’s the number one contributor to the hi

yellowblue 4-4It’s the amount of alcohol that counts. For example, ifthe same person drank three double martinis (3 ouncesor 90 ml of liquor each)

yellowblue 4-5The body takes about an hour to rid itself of the alcoholin one drink. No amount of coffee or number of coldshowers will speed that

yellowblue 4-6Control of a VehicleYou have three systems that make your vehicle go whereyou want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering andth

yellowblue 4-7Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive inspurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking -- rather than keeping pace

yellowblue 1-13Then, hang the latch plateend of the belt on the hookat the top of the retractorcover, out of the way.To remove the seat, fully ope

yellowblue 4-8Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet.You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out infront of you.You slam on

yellowblue 4-9Remember: Anti-lock doesn’t change the time you needto get your foot up to the brake pedal or always decreasestopping distance. If y

yellowblue 4-10Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject tothe same laws of physics when driving on curves. Thetraction of the tires a

yellowblue 4-11An emergency like this requires close attention and aquick decision. If you are holding the steering wheel atthe recommended 9 and

yellowblue 4-12PassingThe driver of a vehicle about to pass another on atwo-lane highway waits for just the right moment,accelerates, moves around

yellowblue 4-13Check your mirrors, glance over your shoulder andstart your left lane change signal before moving outof the right lane to pass. Whe

yellowblue 4-14Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice,gravel or other material is on the road. For safety, you’llwant to slow down a

yellowblue 4-15Before You Go Off-RoadingThere are some things to do before you go out. Forexample, be sure to have all necessary maintenance andse

yellowblue 4-16Environmental ConcernsOff-road driving can provide wholesome and satisfyingrecreation. However, it also raises environmentalconcern

yellowblue 4-17Controlling your vehicle is the key to successfuloff-road driving. One of the best ways to control yourvehicle is to control your s

yellowblue iiGENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem,CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem and thename TAHOE and the name SUBURBAN are registeredtrademarks of

yellowblue 1-14CAUTION:A safety belt that is twisted or not properlyattached won’t provide the protection needed in acrash. The person wearing the

yellowblue 4-18When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain, keep afirm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs or othersurface features can j

yellowblue 4-19incline may get steeper as you near the top, but you maynot see this because the crest of the hill is hidden bybushes, grass or shr

yellowblue 4-20Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill.Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visibleto approaching traff

yellowblue 4-21As you are backing down the hill, put your left handon the steering wheel at the 12 o’clock position. Thisway, you’ll be able to te

yellowblue 4-22Driving DownhillWhen off-roading takes you downhill, you’ll want toconsider a number of things:How steep is the downhill? Will I be

yellowblue 4-23Q: Am I likely to stall when going downhill? A: It’s much more likely to happen going uphill. But ifit happens going downhill, here

yellowblue 4-24Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of theincline even worse. If you drive across a rock withthe uphill wheels, or if the downh

yellowblue 4-25CAUTION:Getting out on the downhill (low) side of a vehiclestopped across an incline is dangerous. If thevehicle rolls over, you co

yellowblue 4-26Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction.On these surfaces, it’s very easy to lose control. On wetice, for example, t

yellowblue 4-27CAUTION:Driving through rushing water can be dangerous.Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstreamand you and your passengers coul

yellowblue 1-15CAUTION:It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision,people riding in these are

yellowblue 4-28Driving at NightNight driving is more dangerous than day driving. Onereason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired -- byalc

yellowblue 4-29Night VisionNo one can see as well at night as in the daytime. But aswe get older these differences increase. A 50-year-olddriver m

yellowblue 4-30Driving in Rain and on Wet RoadsRain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wetroad, you can’t stop, accelerate or turn as we

yellowblue 4-31Driving too fast through large water puddles or evengoing through some car washes can cause problems, too.The water may affect your

yellowblue 4-32HydroplaningHydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build upunder your tires that they can actually ride on the water.This can

yellowblue 4-33City DrivingOne of the biggest problems with city streets is theamount of traffic on them. You’ll want to watch out forwhat the oth

yellowblue 4-34Freeway DrivingMile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways,expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are the safestof al

yellowblue 4-35The exit speed is usually posted.Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, notto your sense of motion. After driving for any

yellowblue 4-36Highway HypnosisIs there actually such a condition as “highway hypnosis”?Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call ithi

yellowblue 4-37If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you’replanning to visit there, here are some tips that can makeyour trips safer and

yellowblue 1-16Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat on wheels.Put someone on it.

yellowblue 4-38Winter DrivingHere are some tips for winter driving:Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.You may want to put winter emergency

yellowblue 4-39What’s the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very coldsnow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wetice can be even more trou

yellowblue 4-40If You’re Caught in a BlizzardIf you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in aserious situation. You should probably stay with y

yellowblue 4-41CAUTION:Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle.This can cause deadly CO (carbon monoxide) gasto get inside. CO could overco

yellowblue 4-42Recreational Vehicle TowingThere may be times when you want to tow your vehiclebehind another vehicle for use at your destination.

yellowblue 4-43Four-Wheel Drive VehiclesCAUTION:Shifting the transfer case into NEUTRAL (N) cancause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission

yellowblue 4-44Loading Your VehicleThe Certification/Tire label is found on the rear edge ofthe driver’s door.The label shows the size of your ori

yellowblue 4-45Using heavier suspension components to get addeddurability might not change your weight ratings. Askyour dealer to help you load yo

yellowblue 4-46Towing a TrailerCAUTION:If you don’t use the correct equipment and driveproperly, you can lose control when you pull atrailer. For

yellowblue 4-47If You Do Decide To Pull A TrailerIf you do, here are some important points:There are many different laws, including speed limitres

yellowblue 1-17Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoesn’t stop.The person keeps going until stopped by something.In a real vehicl

yellowblue 4-48Vehicle Engine Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt.C-1500 (2WD) Utility 5.7L 3.08 5,000 lbs. (2 270 kg)3.42 6,000 lbs. (2 724 kg)3.73 7,000

yellowblue 4-49Vehicle Engine Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt.C-2500 (2WD) Suburban 5.7L 3.73 6,000 lbs. (2 724 kg)4.10 7,500 lbs. (3 405 kg)6.5L Diese

yellowblue 4-50You can ask your dealer for our trailering information oradvice, or you can write us at the address listed in yourWarranty and Owne

yellowblue 4-51Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s TiresBe sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upperlimit for cold tires. You’ll find these n

yellowblue 4-52Trailer BrakesIf your trailer weighs more than 1,000 lbs. (450 kg)loaded, then it needs its own brakes -- and they must beadequate.

yellowblue 4-53Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience.Before setting out for the open road, you’ll want to getto know your rig.

yellowblue 4-54Making TurnsNOTICE:Making very sharp turns while trailering couldcause the trailer to come in contact with thevehicle. Your vehicle

yellowblue 4-55Parking on HillsCAUTION:You really should not park your vehicle, with atrailer attached, on a hill. If something goeswrong, your ri

yellowblue 4-56When You Are Ready to Leave AfterParking on a Hill1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal downwhile you:Start your engine;S

yellowblue 4-57Trailer Wiring HarnessLight-Duty Wiring HarnessAdditional Heavy-Duty WiringAn eight-wire harness is stored under the rear end ofyou

yellowblue 1-18or the instrument panel ... or the safety belts!With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does.You get more time to stop. You

yellowblue 4-58This harness has a 30 amp battery feed wire and noconnector, and should be wired by a qualified electricaltechnician. After choosin

yellowblue 4-59Step-Bumper PadIf your vehicle has a rear step bumper, it may beequipped with a rear step pad at the center of the bumper.If you wi

yellowblue 4-60✍NOTES

5-yellowblue 5-1Section 5 Problems On The RoadHere you’ll find what to do about some problems that can occur on the road.5-2 Hazard Warning Flashe

yellowblue 5-2Hazard Warning FlashersYour hazard warning flashers let you warn others. Theyalso let police know you have a problem. Your front and

yellowblue 5-3Jump StartingIf your battery (or batteries) has run down, you maywant to use another vehicle and some jumper cables tostart your veh

yellowblue 5-42. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cablescan reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touchingeach other. If they are, it

yellowblue 5-5CAUTION:Using a match near a battery can cause batterygas to explode. People have been hurt doing this,and some have been blinded. U

yellowblue 5-66. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+)terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery.7. Don’t let the other endtou

yellowblue 5-79. Attach the cable at least 18 inches (45 cm) awayfrom the dead battery, but not near engine parts thatmove. The electrical connect

yellowblue 1-19Here Are Questions Many People AskAbout Safety Belts -- and the AnswersQ:Won’t I be trapped in the vehicle after anaccident if I’m

yellowblue 5-8Towing Your VehicleCAUTION:To help avoid serious personal injury to you or others:Never let passengers ride in a vehicle that isbein

yellowblue 5-9Engine Overheating (Gasoline Engine)You will find a coolant temperature gage on yourvehicle’s instrument panel. See “Engine CoolantT

yellowblue 5-10If No Steam Is Coming From Your EngineIf you get an engine overheat warning but see or hear nosteam, the problem may not be too ser

yellowblue 5-11Cooling System (Gasoline Engine)When you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s whatyou’ll see:A. Coolant Recovery TankB. Radiat

yellowblue 5-12The coolant level should be at or above the COLD mark.If it isn’t, you may have a leak in the radiator hoses,heater hoses, radiator

yellowblue 5-13NOTICE: (Continued)If coolant other than DEX-COOL is added to thesystem, premature engine, heater core orradiator corrosion may res

yellowblue 5-14CAUTION:You can be burned if you spill coolant on hotengine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycoland it will burn if the engine p

yellowblue 5-15CAUTION:Steam and scalding liquids from a hot coolingsystem can blow out and burn you badly. Theyare under pressure, and if you tur

yellowblue 5-16How to Add Coolant to the Radiator1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when thecooling system, including the radiator pressu

yellowblue 5-173. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOLcoolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck.(See “Engine Coolant” in the Index

yellowblue 1-20How to Wear Safety Belts ProperlyAdultsThis part is only for people of adult size.Be aware that there are special things to know ab

yellowblue 5-186. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel theupper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for theengine cooling fan(s).7.

yellowblue 5-19Engine Fan NoiseYour vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. Whenthe clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster to providemore air

yellowblue 5-20Changing a Flat TireIf a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damageby driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your hazard

yellowblue 5-21On four-door utility models, the spare tire may be storedunder the vehicle in an underbody carrier.4-Door Utility ModelsA. Hoist As

yellowblue 5-22If your two-door utilitymodel has a jack cover, turn the wing nutcounterclockwise and take the cover off.To take the jack out, turn

yellowblue 5-23If your Suburban has a jack cover, lift the tab up torelease the cover, then take it off.To take the jack out, turn the wing nut co

yellowblue 5-24Attach the jack handle (and jack handle extension, ifneeded) to the jack.UP Marking DOWN MarkingOne side of the ratchet has an UP m

yellowblue 5-25With the UP marking on the ratchet facing you, rotatethe ratchet clockwise. That will lift the jack head a little.If your vehicle h

yellowblue 5-26Removing the Flat Tire and Installing theSpare Tire1. Use the ratchet andwheel wrench to loosenall the wheel nuts. Turnthe wheel wr

yellowblue 5-27CAUTION:Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up isdangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, youcould be badly injured or k

yellowblue 1-21The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug onthe hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this appliesforce to the str

yellowblue 5-285. Remove all the wheelnuts and take off the flat tire.6. Remove any rust or dirtfrom the wheel bolts,mounting surfaces andspare wh

yellowblue 5-297. Replace the wheelnuts with therounded end of thenuts toward thewheel. Tighteneach wheel nut byhand using thewheel wrench untilth

yellowblue 5-3010. Tighten the nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence asshown. Rotate the wheel wrench clockwise.CAUTION:Incorrect wheel nuts or imp

yellowblue 5-31NOTICE:Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead tobrake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoidexpensive brake repairs, evenly tighten

yellowblue 5-32Replace the jack storage cover, if your vehicle has one, by simply reversing the removal proceduredescribed earlier.Jacking Tool St

yellowblue 5-33Jack Storage -- 4-Door Utility ModelA. RetainerB. NutC. JackD. Jack Storage BoxE. BracketJack Storage -- SuburbanA. RetainerB. NutC

yellowblue 5-34Store the flat tire in the cargo area of two-door utilityand Suburban models and secure it to the tire carrier. Tostore the flat ti

yellowblue 5-35Spare Tire -- Suburban1. I-Bolt2. J-Bolt3. Carrier4. Spare Tire5. Adapter6. Nut7. Cover8. Use Lower AdapterHole for eight-LugRim On

yellowblue 5-36For four-door utility models equipped with anunderbody spare tire carrier, follow these instructions torestore a spare or flat tire

yellowblue 5-37NOTICE:Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of yourvehicle as well as the tires. If you spin the wheelstoo fast while shifting yo

yellowblue 1-22Shoulder Belt Height AdjusterBefore you begin to drive, move the shoulder beltadjuster to the height that is right for you.To move

yellowblue 5-38CAUTION:The recovery hooks, when used, are under a lot offorce. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Neverpull on the hooks at a s

6-yellowblue 6-1Section 6 Service and Appearance CareHere you will find information about the care of your vehicle. This section begins with servi

yellowblue 6-2ServiceYour dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you tobe happy with it. We hope you’ll go to your dealer forall your service ne

yellowblue 6-3CAUTION:You can be injured and your vehicle could bedamaged if you try to do service work on avehicle without knowing enough about i

yellowblue 6-4If your vehicle is certified to meet California EmissionStandards (indicated on the underhood emission controllabel), it is designed

yellowblue 6-5Fuels in Foreign Countries (Gasoline Engines)If you plan on driving in another country outside theUnited States or Canada, the prope

yellowblue 6-6CAUTION:Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burnsviolently, and that can cause very bad injuries.Don’t smoke if you’re near gasol

yellowblue 6-7CAUTION:If you get gasoline on yourself and thensomething ignites it, you could be badly burned.Gasoline can spray out on you if you

yellowblue 6-8Filling a Portable Fuel ContainerCAUTION:Never fill a portable fuel container while it is inyour vehicle. Static electricity dischar

yellowblue 6-9Hood ReleaseTo open the hood, first pull the handle insidethe vehicle.Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on thesecondar

yellowblue 1-23Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearlyas much protection this way.CAUTION:You can be ser

yellowblue 6-10“VORTEC” 5700 V8 EngineWhen you lift up the hood you’ll see:A. BatteryB. Air CleanerC. Radiator CapD. Coolant Recovery TankE. Air F

yellowblue 6-11“VORTEC” 7400 V8 EngineWhen you lift up the hood you’ll see:A. BatteryB. Coolant Recovery TankC. Air CleanerD. Radiator CapE. Air F

yellowblue 6-12Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine)If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see “Engine Oil(Diesel Engine)” in the Diesel Engine Supplement.It

yellowblue 6-13Checking Engine OilPull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel orcloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove it again

yellowblue 6-14What Kind of Engine Oil to UseOils recommended for your vehicle can be identified bylooking for the “Starburst” symbol. This symbol

yellowblue 6-15As shown in the chart, SAE 5W-30 is best for yourvehicle. However, you can use SAE 10W-30 if it’s goingto be 0 F (-18 C) or above.

yellowblue 6-16What to Do with Used OilDid you know that used engine oil contains certainelements that may be unhealthy for your skin and couldeve

yellowblue 6-17Your air cleaner is located between the battery andcoolant recovery tank.To remove the air filter:1. Unhook the retainer clips and

yellowblue 6-184. Install the new filter by pushing it all the way to thestop on the duct.5. Install the duct and the filter into the air cleanerh

yellowblue 6-19Automatic Transmission FluidIf your vehicle has a diesel engine, see “AutomaticTransmission Fluid” in the Diesel Supplement.When to

yellowblue iiiHow to Use this ManualMany people read their owner’s manual from beginningto end when they first receive their new vehicle. If youdo

yellowblue 1-24Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt isbuckled in

yellowblue 6-20Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km)when outside temperatures are above 50 F (10 C). If it’s colder than 50

yellowblue 6-213. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lowerlevel. The fluid level must be in the COLD area for acold check or in the HO

yellowblue 6-22Rear AxleWhen to Check and Change LubricantRefer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine howoften to check the lubricant and when

yellowblue 6-23How to Check LubricantManual Transfer CaseAutomatic Transfer CaseIf the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole,you’ll ne

yellowblue 6-24Front AxleWhen to Check and Change LubricantRefer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine howoften to check the lubricant and when

yellowblue 6-25NOTICE:Your radiator cap is a 15 psi (105 kPa)pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed toprevent coolant loss and possible e

yellowblue 6-26NOTICE: (Continued)engine coolant will require change sooner -- at30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months,whichever occurs first. Dam

yellowblue 6-27NOTICE:If you use an improper coolant mixture, yourengine could overheat and be badly damaged.The repair cost wouldn’t be covered b

yellowblue 6-28CAUTION:Turning the radiator pressure cap when theengine and radiator are hot can allow steam andscalding liquids to blow out and b

yellowblue 6-29How To Check Power Steering FluidWhen the engine compartment is cool, wipe the cap andthe top of the reservoir clean, then unscrew

yellowblue 1-25Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The belt is over an armrest.CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt goesover an armrest like

yellowblue 6-30NOTICE:When using concentrated washer fluid,follow the manufacturer’s instructions foradding water.Don’t mix water with ready-to-us

yellowblue 6-31So, it isn’t a good idea to “top off” your brake fluid.Adding brake fluid won’t correct a leak. If you add fluidwhen your linings a

yellowblue 6-32What to AddWhen you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brakefluid. Refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants”in the Index. Use n

yellowblue 6-33Brake WearYour vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes.Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pi

yellowblue 6-34Brake AdjustmentEvery time you make a brake stop, your disc brakesadjust for wear.If your brake pedal goes down farther than normal

yellowblue 6-35CAUTION:Batteries have acid that can burn you and gasthat can explode. You can be badly hurt if youaren’t careful. See “Jump Starti

yellowblue 6-36HeadlampsSealed Beam Headlamps1. Remove the four screws from theheadlamp retainer.2. Pull the headlamp out and remove the retainer.

yellowblue 6-37Composite Headlamps1. Remove the two hex head pins at the top of theradiator support, as shown.2. Pull the headlamp lens assembly o

yellowblue 6-38Front Parking/Turn Signal Lamps withSealed Beam Headlamps1. Remove the two screwsat the inside edge of the parking/turn signallamp

yellowblue 6-39Front Parking/Turn Signal Lamps withComposite Headlamps1. Remove the four screwsand take out theparking/turn signal lamp assembly.2

yellowblue 1-26Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It shouldbe worn over the shoulder at all times.CAUTION:You c

yellowblue 6-40Sidemarker Lamps with Sealed Beam andComposite Headlamps1. Remove the four screwsand pull out theparking/turn signal lamp assembly.

yellowblue 6-41Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)The individual bulbs in the CHMSL are not replaceable.See your dealer for assistance.Rear Lamps

yellowblue 6-42Roof Marker Lamps1. Remove the screws and lift off the lens.2. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.3. Put a new bulb into the

yellowblue 6-43TiresYour new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made bya leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questionsabout your tire w

yellowblue 6-44NOTICE:Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation oroverinflation is all right. It’s not. If your tiresdon’t have enough air (un

yellowblue 6-45When rotating your tires, always use one of the correctrotation patterns shown here.After the tires have been rotated, adjust the f

yellowblue 6-46When It’s Time for New TiresOne way to tell when it’stime for new tires is tocheck the treadwearindicators, which willappear when y

yellowblue 6-47CAUTION:Mixing tires could cause you to lose control whiledriving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types(radial and bias-bel

yellowblue 6-48TreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative rating based onthe wear rate of the tire when tested under controlledconditions on a

yellowblue 6-49Wheel ReplacementReplace any wheel that is bent, cracked, or badly rustedor corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel,wh

yellowblue 1-27Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The belt is twisted across the body.CAUTION:You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. Ina crash,

yellowblue 6-50Used Replacement WheelsCAUTION:Putting a used wheel on your vehicle isdangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used orhow far it’s b

yellowblue 6-51Appearance CareRemember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Someare toxic. Others can burst into flame if you strike amatch or get

yellowblue 6-52Use a clean cloth or sponge, and change to a cleanarea often. A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn.If a ring forms on fa

yellowblue 6-53Fabric ProtectionYour vehicle has upholstery and carpet that has beentreated with Scotchgard Fabric Protector, a 3Mproduct. It pro

yellowblue 6-54Care of Safety BeltsKeep belts clean and dry.CAUTION:Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If you do, itmay severely weaken them. In a

yellowblue 6-55Cleaning the Outside of Your VehicleThe paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depthof color, gloss retention and durability

yellowblue 6-56Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and othersalts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, birddroppings, chemicals

yellowblue 6-57NOTICE:When applying a tire dressing always take care towipe off any overspray or splash from all paintedsurfaces on the body or wh

yellowblue 6-58GM Vehicle Care / Appearance MaterialsPART NUMBER SIZE DESCRIPTION USAGE994954 23 in. x 25 in. Polishing Cloth – Wax Treated Exteri

yellowblue 6-59Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears ona plate in the front corner of the i

yellowblue 1-28To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.The belt should go back out of the way.Before you close the door, be sure t

yellowblue 6-60Electrical SystemAdd-On Electrical EquipmentNOTICE:Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicleunless you check with your dealer f

yellowblue 6-61Fuses and Circuit BreakersThe wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected fromshort circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit b

yellowblue 6-62Fuse/CircuitBreakerUsage1 Stop/TCC Switch, Buzzer, CHMSL,Hazard Lamps, Stoplamps2 Transfer Case3 Courtesy Lamps, Cargo Lamp, GloveB

yellowblue 6-63Fuse/CircuitBreakerUsage14 4WD Indicator, Cluster, Front andRear Comfort Controls (If Equipped),Instrument Switches, RadioIlluminat

yellowblue 6-64Name Circuits ProtectedECM-B Fuel Pump, PCM/VCMRR DEFOG Rear Window Defogger (If Equipped)IGN-E Auxiliary Fan Relay Coil, A/C Compr

yellowblue 6-65Replacement BulbsLAMP OR BULB TRADE NO. POWER RATING AT 12.8V, WATTS QTYHEADLAMPS2 Headlamp System (Sealed Beam)Low/High Beam H6054

yellowblue 6-66LAMP OR BULB TRADE NO. QTYINTERIORDome Lamps211-22Reading Lamps211-24Roof Console Lamps* 168 2Door Courtesy Lamp 194 2/4*Four-Wheel

yellowblue 6-67Capacities and SpecificationsPlease refer to “Recommended Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index for more information.Engine Identific

yellowblue 6-68Cooling System Capacity (Approximate)After refill, the level must be rechecked. See “Cooling System” in the Index.ENGINE VIN QTY Wi

yellowblue 6-69Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts -- Gasoline EnginesReplacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest inf

yellowblue 1-29The best way to protect the fetus is to protect themother. When a safety belt is worn properly, it’s morelikely that the fetus won’

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7-yellowblue 7-1Section 7 Maintenance ScheduleThis section covers the maintenance required for your vehicle. Your vehicle needs these services to

yellowblue 7-2Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plansupplements your new vehicle warranties. See yourWarranty and Owner Assistance bo

yellowblue 7-3CAUTION:Performing maintenance work on a vehicle canbe dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you canbe seriously injured. Do your ow

yellowblue 7-4Part A: Scheduled Maintenance ServicesUsing Your Maintenance ScheduleWe at General Motors want to help you keep your vehiclein good

Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-5Short Trip/City Definition -- Gasoline EnginesFollow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance ifany one of the

Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-6Short Trip/City Intervals -- Gasoline EnginesEvery 100,000 Miles (166 000 km): Spark Plug WireInspection. Spark

Scheduled Maintenanceyellowblue 7-7Long Trip/Highway Intervals -- Gasoline EnginesEvery 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and FilterChange (or e

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-8The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles(166 000 km) should

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-93,000 Miles (5 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whic

yellowblue 1-30CAUTION:Air bags inflate with great force, faster than theblink of an eye. If you’re too close to an inflatingair bag, it could ser

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-109,000 Miles (15 000 km) (Continued)Lubricate chassis components (or every

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-11For Two-Wheel-Drive vehicles only: Clean and repack the front wheelbearing

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-1221,000 Miles (35 000 km) (Continued)Lubricate chassis components (or every

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-1330,000 Miles (50 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, w

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-1433,000 Miles (55 000 km) (Continued)Lubricate chassis components (or every

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-1542,000 Miles (70 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, w

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-1648,000 Miles (80 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, w

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-1751,000 Miles (85 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, w

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-1857,000 Miles (95 000 km) (Continued)Lubricate chassis components (or every

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-19Conduct Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system inspection as described int

yellowblue 1-31There is an air bag readiness light on theinstrument panel, whichshows AIR BAG.The system checks the air bag electrical system form

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-2066,000 Miles (110 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-21Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constantv

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-2278,000 Miles (130 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-23Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constantv

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-2490,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued)For Two-Wheel-Drive vehicles only: Cl

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-2596,000 Miles (160 000 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-26100,000 Miles (166 000 km) (Continued)Replace spark plugs. An Emission Con

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-27The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles(166 000 km) shou

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-287,500 Miles (12 500 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months,

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-2922,500 Miles (37 500 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months

yellowblue 1-32The right front passenger’s air bag is in the instrumentpanel on the passenger’s side.CAUTION:If something is between an occupant a

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-3030,000 Miles (50 000 km) (Continued)Replace fuel filter. An Emission Con

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-31Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constan

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-3252,500 Miles (87 500 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 months

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-33Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service.Replace

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-3467,500 Miles (112 500 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 month

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-3582,500 Miles (137 500 km)Change engine oil and filter (or every 12 month

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-3690,000 Miles (150 000 km) (Continued)Rotate tires. See “Tire Inspection

Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance -- Gasoline Enginesyellowblue 7-37Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly

yellowblue 7-38Part B: Owner Checks and ServicesListed in this part are owner checks and services whichshould be performed at the intervals specif

yellowblue 7-39Also look for any opened or broken air bag coverings,and have them repaired or replaced. (The air bag systemdoes not need regular m

yellowblue 1-33In any particular crash, no one can say whether an airbag should have inflated simply because of the damageto a vehicle or because

yellowblue 7-40Starter Switch CheckCAUTION:When you are doing this check, the vehicle couldmove suddenly. If it does, you or others could beinjure

yellowblue 7-41Ignition Transmission Lock CheckWhile parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turnthe ignition key to LOCK in each shift lev

yellowblue 7-42Part C: Periodic MaintenanceInspectionsListed in this part are inspections and services whichshould be performed at least twice a y

yellowblue 7-43Throttle System InspectionInspect the throttle system for interference or binding,and for damaged or missing parts. Replace parts a

yellowblue 7-44Part D: Recommended Fluids and LubricantsNOTE: Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number or specification may be

yellowblue 7-45USAGE FLUID/LUBRICANTFront and RearAxle (StandardDifferential)SAE 80W-90 Axle Lubricant (GMPart No. 1052271 or equivalent).Rear Axl

yellowblue 7-46Part E: Maintenance RecordAfter the scheduled services are performed, record thedate, odometer reading and who performed the servic

yellowblue 7-47Maintenance RecordDATEODOMETERREADINGSERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

yellowblue 7-48Maintenance RecordDATEODOMETERREADINGSERVICED BY MAINTENANCE PERFORMED

8-yellowblue 8-1Section 8 Customer Assistance InformationHere you will find out how to contact Chevrolet if you need assistance. This section also

yellowblue ivYou will also find a circlewith a slash through it inthis book. This safetysymbol means “Don’t,”“Don’t do this” or “Don’tlet this hap

yellowblue 1-34CAUTION:When an air bag inflates, there is dust in the air.This dust could cause breathing problems forpeople with a history of ast

yellowblue 8-2Customer Satisfaction ProcedureYour satisfaction and goodwill are important to yourdealer and to Chevrolet. Normally, any concerns w

yellowblue 8-3STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot beresolved by the dealership witho

yellowblue 8-4The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court programadministered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus tosettle automotive dispu

yellowblue 8-5CanadaGeneral Motors of Canada LimitedCustomer Communication Centre, 163-0051908 Colonel Sam DriveOshawa, Ontario L1H 8P71-800-263-3

yellowblue 8-6Chevrolet Roadside Assistance ProgramTo enhance Chevrolet’s strong commitment to customersatisfaction, Chevrolet is excited to annou

yellowblue 8-7Chevrolet offers Courtesy Transportation for customersneeding warranty service. Courtesy Transportation willbe offered in conjunctio

yellowblue 8-8Courtesy TransportationChevrolet has always exemplified quality and value inits offering of motor vehicles. To enhance yourownership

yellowblue 8-9Courtesy Rental VehicleWhen your vehicle is unavailable due to overnightwarranty repairs, your dealer may arrange to provideyou with

yellowblue 8-10REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTSTO THE UNITED STATESGOVERNMENTIf you believe that your vehicle has a defect which couldcause a crash or cou

yellowblue 8-11REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTSTO GENERAL MOTORSIn addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada)in a situation like this, we certainly

yellowblue 1-35If your vehicle ever gets into a lot of water -- such aswater up to the carpeting or higher -- or if water entersyour vehicle and s

yellowblue 8-12CURRENT PUBLICATIONS FOR 1999 CHEVROLETSERVICE MANUALSService Manuals have the diagnosis and repair informationon engines, transmis

yellowblue 8-13PUBLICATION FORMNUMBEROrders will be mailed within 10 days of receipt. Please allow adequate time for postalservice. If further inf

yellowblue 8-14✍NOTES

9-yellowblue 9-1Section 9 IndexAir Bag 1-29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adding Equipment 1-36. . .

yellowblue 9-2BrakeAdjustment 6-34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fluid 6-30, 7-44. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-3Climate Control, Optional 3-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Climate Control, Standard 3-2. . . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-4Easy Entry Seat (2-Door Utility) 1-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electric Tailgate Glass Release 2-33. . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-5Fuel 6-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Canada 6-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-6Instrument Panel 2-68. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brightness Control 2-41. . . . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-7Maintenance Schedule 7-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Long Trip/Highway Definition 7-6. . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 1-36Adding Equipment to Your AirBag-Equipped VehicleQ: If I add a push bumper or a bicycle rack to thefront of my vehicle, will it keep

yellowblue 9-8Passing 4-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Passlock2-11, 2-80. . . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-9Right Front Passenger Position 1-29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Roadside Assistance 8-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-10Service and Appearance Care 6-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Service and Owner Publications 8-11, 8-12. . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-11Pressure 6-43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Temperature 6-48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

yellowblue 9-12Warning Devices 5-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators 2-72. . . . .

yellowblue 1-37When you sit in a center seating position, you have a lapsafety belt, which has no retractor. To make the beltlonger, tilt the latc

yellowblue 1-38Rear Seat PassengersIt’s very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up!Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the

yellowblue 1-39When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way, itwill lock. If it does, let it go back all the way andstart again.If the belt is

yellowblue 1-40Four-door utility models and the second seat ofSuburbans have shoulder belt height adjusters. Move theshoulder belt height adjuster

yellowblue 1-41To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides forChildren and Small AdultsYour vehicle ma

yellowblue 1-422. Slide the guide under and past the belt. The elasticcord must be under the belt. Then, place the guideover the belt, and insert

yellowblue 1-434. Buckle, position and release the safety belt asdescribed in “Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions”earlier in this section. Make

yellowblue vFor example,these symbolsare used on anoriginal battery:CAUTIONPOSSIBLEINJURYPROTECTEYES BYSHIELDINGCAUSTICBATTERYACID COULDCAUSEBURNS

yellowblue 1-44CAUTION:Smaller children and babies should always berestrained in a child or infant restraint. Theinstructions for the restraint wi

yellowblue 1-45CAUTION:Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in avehicle. A baby doesn’t weigh much -- until acrash. During a crash a baby w

yellowblue 1-46Child RestraintsEvery time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have protection provided byappropriate restrain

yellowblue 1-47A rear-facing infant restraint (B) positions an infantto face the rear of the vehicle. Rear-facing infantrestraints are designed fo

yellowblue 1-48A forward-facing child restraint (C-E) positions achild upright to face forward in the vehicle. Theseforward-facing restraints are

yellowblue 1-49A booster seat (F, G) is designed for children who are about 40 to 60 lbs., or even up to 80 lbs.(18 to 27 kg, or even up to 36 kg)

yellowblue 1-50When choosing a child restraint, be sure the childrestraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, itwill have a label sayi

yellowblue 1-51Top StrapIf your child restraint has a top strap, it should be anchored.Suburban models: If you need to have an anchorbracket insta

yellowblue 1-52CAUTION:Routing the top strap for a child restraint over orunder the cargo security shade could cause theshade to come loose and ev

yellowblue 1-53CAUTION:Routing the top strap for a child restraint over orunder the cargo security shade could cause theshade to come loose and ev

yellowblue viModel ReferenceThis manual covers these models:2-Door Utility 4-Door UtilitySuburban

yellowblue 1-54Securing a Child Restraint in a RearOutside Seat PositionYou’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt. See the earlier partabout the top s

yellowblue 1-554. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out ofthe retractor to set the lock.5. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder bel

yellowblue 1-56Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat PositionYou’ll be using the lap belt. Be sure to follow theinstructions that came with

yellowblue 1-574. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button ispositioned so you would be able to unbuckle thesafety belt quickly if you ever h

yellowblue 1-58Your vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. Neverput a rear-facing child restraint in this seat. Here’s why:CAUTION:A child i

yellowblue 1-594. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button ispositioned so you would be able to unbuckle thesafety belt quickly if you ever h

yellowblue 1-606. To tighten the belt, feed the lap belt back into theretractor while you push down on the child restraint.You may find it helpful

yellowblue 1-61Accident statistics show that children are safer if theyare restrained in the rear seat. But they need to use thesafety belts prope

yellowblue 1-62CAUTION:Never do this.Here a child is sitting in a seat that has alap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behindthe child. If t

yellowblue 1-63Safety Belt ExtenderIf the vehicle’s safety belt will fasten around you, youshould use it.But if a safety belt isn’t long enough to

1-yellowblue 1-1Section 1 Seats and Restraint SystemsHere you’ll find information about the seats in your vehicle and how to use your safety belts

yellowblue 1-64✍NOTES

2-yellowblue 2-1Section 2 Features and ControlsHere you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle, and information o

yellowblue 2-2KeysCAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. A child orothers could be badly injure

yellowblue 2-3Your vehicle has onedouble-sided key for theignition and all door locks.If you ever lose your key, your dealer will be able toassist

yellowblue 2-4From the inside, to lock thedoor, slide the lever on yourdoor down.To unlock the door, slide thelever up.Power Door LocksPress the s

yellowblue 2-5On the passenger side of therear cargo door or tailgate,there is a power lock switchwhich can be used to lock orunlock all of the do

yellowblue 2-6Keyless Entry System (If Equipped)If your vehicle has this option, you can lock and unlockyour doors from about 3 feet (1 m) up to 3

yellowblue 2-7OperationTo unlock the driver’s door, press the UNLOCK button.The interior lamps will come on for 40 seconds or untilthe ignition is

yellowblue 2-8To replace the battery:1. Insert a small coin, or flathead screwdriver, toseparate the bottom of the transmitter from the top.2. Rem

yellowblue 2-9CAUTION:It can be dangerous to drive with the tailgateglass, tailgate or rear doors open because carbonmonoxide (CO) gas can come in

yellowblue 1-2Seats and Seat ControlsThis section tells you about the seats -- how to adjustthem and fold them up and down. It also tells you abou

yellowblue 2-10To open the driver’s side panel door, first open thepassenger’s side door. Then, pull the handle on the leftdoor edge out and pull

yellowblue 2-11Parking at NightPark in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock yourvehicle. Remember to keep your valuables out of sight.Put th

yellowblue 2-12New Vehicle “Break-In”NOTICE:Your vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate“break-in.” But it will perform better in the longrun if you fol

yellowblue 2-13ACCESSORY (A): This position lets you use thingslike the radio and the windshield wipers when theengine is off. Push in the key and

yellowblue 2-14NOTICE:Don’t try to shift to PARK (P) if your vehicle ismoving. If you do, you could damage thetransmission. Shift to PARK (P) only

yellowblue 2-15Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)In very cold weather, 0 F(-18 C) or colder, theengine coolant heater can help.You’ll get easier

yellowblue 2-16Automatic Transmission OperationThere are several different positions for your shift lever.Your vehicle features an electronic shif

yellowblue 2-17REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up.NOTICE:Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward could damage yourtransmis

yellowblue 2-18AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE ( ): This position is fornormal driving. If you need more power for passing, and you’re:Going less than about 3

yellowblue 2-19Four-Wheel Drive (If Equipped)If your vehicle has four-wheel drive, you can send yourengine’s driving power to all four wheels for

yellowblue 1-3Power Seat(s) (If Equipped)If your vehicle has a power seat on the driver’s orpassenger’s side, you can adjust it with these control

yellowblue 2-20The transfer case shift lever is on the floor to the right ofthe driver. Use this lever to shift into and out offour-wheel drive.Th

yellowblue 2-21NEUTRAL (N): Shift to this setting only when your vehicle needs to be towed or when using a power take-off.4-Wheel Low (4L): This s

yellowblue 2-22Automatic Transfer Case (If Equipped)The transfer case switches are below and to the left ofthe climate controls. Use these switche

yellowblue 2-23CAUTION:Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL cancause your vehicle to roll even if the transmissionis in PARK (P). You or someone

yellowblue 2-24Shifting Out of 4LOTo shift from 4LO to 4HI, AUTO 4WD or 2HI yourvehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph (4.8 km/h) with

yellowblue 2-25Parking BrakeTo set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedaldown with your right foot. Push down the parking brakepedal with

yellowblue 2-26Shifting Into PARK (P)CAUTION:It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle ifthe shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) with thepar

yellowblue 2-27Move the lever up as far as it will go.3. If you have four-wheel drive, be sure the transfercase is in a drive gear--not in NEUTRAL

yellowblue 2-28If you have to leave your vehicle with the enginerunning, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P) and theparking brake is firmly set be

yellowblue 2-29Parking Over Things That BurnCAUTION:Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Don’t park o