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Owner's manual [PDF] (388 pages)

Updated: 15.04.2026

Contents

Free lockout assistance

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2001 GMC Safari

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Table of Contents

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Comfort Controls and Audio Systems

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Checking Fluids and Lubricants

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Table of Contents (cont'd)

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GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, GMC,

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How to Use this Manual

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You will also find a circle

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are used on an

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This manual covers these models:

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Detailed Look at

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Seats and Restraint Systems

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Seats and Seat Controls

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Manual Lumbar Support (If Equipped)

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The seatback lever is

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Bucket Seats (If Equipped)

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Removing the Rear Seats

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Replacing the Rear Seats

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To raise the seatback, do the following:

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Safety Belts: They’re for Everyone

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Put someone on it.

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The person keeps going until stopped by something.

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or the safety belts!

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Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster

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Q: What’s wrong with this?

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Air bags inflate with great force, faster than the

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How the Air Bag System Works

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If something is between an occupant and an

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What makes an air bag inflate?

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Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle

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Rear Seat Passengers

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You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is

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Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for

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4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt as

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Q: What are the different types of add-on

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The body structure of a young child is quite

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Newborn infants need complete support,

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People should never hold a baby in their arms

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Restraint Systems for Children

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Q: How do child restraints work?

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A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be

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Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat

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Securing a Child Restraint in the Right

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Never do this.

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Safety Belt Extender

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Replacing Restraint System Parts

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Features and Controls

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Leaving children in a vehicle with the windows

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Power Windows (Option)

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Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition

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This vehicle has one

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To open the driver’s side

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Unlocked doors can be dangerous.

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Power Door Locks (If Equipped)

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3. You are now ready to program the automatic door

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Keyless Entry System (Option)

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UNLOCK: When you

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Sliding Door Security Lock

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If your vehicle is facing downward on a steep

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It can be dangerous to drive with the rear hatch

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Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock

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If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t

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Holding your key in START for longer than

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Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)

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Automatic Transmission Operation

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DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving.

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Tow/Haul Mode Selector Switch

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Driving with the parking brake on can cause

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Leaving Your Vehicle With the

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Shifting Out of PARK (P)

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Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas

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It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if

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All-Wheel Drive (Option)

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Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever

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You control the windshield

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Rear Window Washer/Wiper (Option)

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Setting Cruise Control

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Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control

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Automatic Headlamp System

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Daytime Running Lamps

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Instrument Panel Intensity Control

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Battery Run-Down Protection

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Power Remote Control Mirror

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Your front storage compartment/glove box is at the

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Overhead Console (Option)

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Installing a Garage Door Opener

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6. Now, with the

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Driver Information System (If Equipped)

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1. Find your location on the zone map. Record your

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Sunglasses Storage Compartment

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Loading cargo that weighs more than 200 lbs.

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When using the cigarette lighter as an accessory

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Accessory Power Outlets

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Programming the Transmitter

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If you have trouble programming the HomeLink

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Operating the Transmitter

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The Instrument Panel - Your Information System

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Instrument Panel Cluster

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Speedometer and Odometer

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Safety Belt Reminder Light

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When your engine is not

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This light should come on

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Engine Coolant Temperature Gage

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If you keep driving your vehicle with this light

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Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs

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Oil Pressure Gage

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This light will come on

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BI-LEVEL: This setting brings in outside air and

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Rear Air Conditioning System (Option)

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On cold days, use HEATER with the temperature knob

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Don’t use a razor blade or something else sharp

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Playing the Radio

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PUSHBUTTONS: The four numbered pushbuttons let

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AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player

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PUSHBUTTONS: The six numbered pushbuttons let

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Adjusting the Speakers

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REV (4): Press and hold REV to return rapidly to a

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Rear Seat Audio (If Equipped)

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RANDOM: Press P.SCAN to enter the random play

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Activating the Theft-Deterrent Feature

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Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a

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Understanding Radio Reception

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Care of Your Compact Discs

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Your Driving and the Road

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The best advice anyone can give about driving is:

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Control of a Vehicle

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Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive

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The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a

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Here are some tips on night driving.

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Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads

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Driving Through Deep Standing Water

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Here are some tips for winter driving:

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If You’re Caught in a Blizzard

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Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle.

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Loading Your Vehicle

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Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the

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Towing a Trailer

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If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer

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Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming the

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Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires

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Making very sharp turns while trailering could

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Parking on Hills

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Trailer Wiring Harness

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Problems on the Road

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Hazard Warning Flashers

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Other Warning Devices

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Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you

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8. Now connect the black

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If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine

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If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine

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Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine

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How to Add Coolant to the Coolant

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You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot

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Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling

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How to Add Coolant to the Radiator

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3. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOL

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Engine Fan Noise

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Changing a Flat Tire

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Removing the Spare Tire and Tools

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Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the

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A. Front Jack Location

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Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is

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9. Remove any rust or dirt

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12. Lower the vehicle by turning the ratchet

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Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened

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Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools

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When the compact spare is installed, don’t take

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Spinning your wheels can destroy parts of your

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Service and Appearance Care

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You can be injured and your vehicle could be

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Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that

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To remove the cap, turn it slowly to the left

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When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right

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Checking Things Under the Hood

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Engine Compartment Overview

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What Kind of Engine Oil to Use

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If none of them is true, use the long trip/highway

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Installing the Engine Cover

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Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter

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How to Check

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Checking the Fluid Level

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All-Wheel Drive (If Equipped)

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When to Check and Change Lubricant

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What to Use

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Adding only plain water to your cooling system

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Power Steering Fluid

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Adding Washer Fluid

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Checking Brake Fluid

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Using the wrong fluid can badly damage

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WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related

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Sealed Beam Lamps

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1. Open the hood.

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4. Remove the screw

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7. Turn the halogen

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1. Open the rear door.

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4. Press the tab and

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Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation or

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The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more

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When It’s Time for New Tires

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Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while

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Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance

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Used Replacement Wheels

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Remember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Some

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Here are some cleaning tips:

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Use warm water and a clean cloth.

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Cleaning Glass Surfaces

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Washing Your Vehicle

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GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials

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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

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Add-On Electrical Equipment

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Fuses and Circuit Breakers

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Instrument Panel Fuse Block

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DRL Relay, Instrument

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Instrument Panel Radio:

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Upfitter Battery Feed

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Horn Relay and Horn

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Halogen Headlamps - Sealed Beam

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Capacities and Specifications

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Front Axle Capacity

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How This Section is Organized

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Part A: Scheduled

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Short Trip/City Definition

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Short Trip/City Intervals

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Long Trip/Highway Intervals

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Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance

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Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance

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Part B: Owner Checks and Services

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At Least Twice a Year

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At Least Once a Year

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Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control

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Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission

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Part C: Periodic

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Throttle System Inspection

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Part D: Recommended Fluids

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Superlube (GM Part

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Part E: Maintenance Record

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Customer Assistance Information

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Customer Satisfaction Procedure

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STEP TWO -- If after contacting a member of

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U.S. Virgin Islands:

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GMC’s Roadside Assistance provides stranded owners

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Courtesy Rental Vehicle

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DEFECTS TO THE UNITED

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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS

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2001 GMC SERVICE PUBLICATIONS ORDERING INFORMATION

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