2002 GMC Envoy Owner's Manual
Year:
2002
Make:
GMC
Model:
Envoy
Rating:
Table of Contents
2002 GMC Envoy Owner's Manual
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24-hour Roadside Assistance
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Copyright General Motors Corp. 2000
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Table of Contents:
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1. Seats and Retraint Systems
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2. Features and Controls
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3. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
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4. Your Driving and the Road
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5. Problems on the Road
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6. Service and Apperance Care
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7. Maintenance Schedule
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8. Customer Assistance Information
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For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual:
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About Driving Your Vehicle
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How to Use this Manual
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Safety Warnings and Symbols
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Vehicle Damage Warnings
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Vehicle Symbols
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Service Station Guide
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Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems
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Seats and Seat Controls
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Power Seats
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Four-Way Power Lumbar Control
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Memory Seat (If Equipped)
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Heated Front Seats (Option)
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Power Reclining Front Seatback
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Head Restraints
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Rear Seats
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Safety Belts: They re for Everyone
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Why Safety Belts Work
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Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers
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How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
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Adults
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Driver Position
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Lap-Shoulder Belt
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Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
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Right Front Passenger Position
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Air Bag Systems
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How the Air Bag Systems Work
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Where are the air bags?
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When should an air bag inflate?
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What makes an air bag inflate?
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How does an air bag restrain?
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What will you see after an air bag inflates?
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Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
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Lap-Shoulder Belt
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Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults
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Children
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Infants and Young Children
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Restraint Systems for Children
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Where to Put the Restraint
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Top Strap
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Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children (LATCH System)
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Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System
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Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position
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Center Seat Position
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Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
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Older Children
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Safety Belt Extender
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Checking Your Restraint Systems
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Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash
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Section 2 Features and Controls
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Windows
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Power Windows
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Express- Down Window
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Lockout Switch
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Keys
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Door Locks
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Power Door Locks
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Programmable Automatic Door Locks
76
Programmable Locking Feature
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Programmable Unlocking Feature
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Rear Door Security Locks
78
Lockout Prevention
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Leaving Your Vehicle
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Remote Keyless Entry System
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Operation
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Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle
81
Battery Replacement
81
Liftgate/Liftglass
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Liftgate Release
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Emergency Release for Opening Liftgate
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Theft
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Key in the Ignition
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Parking at Night
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Parking Lots
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Content Theft-Deterrent (If Equipped)
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Testing the Alarm
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Passlock
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New Vehicle Break-In
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Ignition Positions
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Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
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Starting Your Engine
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Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)
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To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
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Automatic Transmission Operation
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Shift Lock Release
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Four-Wheel Drive (If Equipped)
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Automatic Transfer Case (If Equipped)
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Shifting to 4HI or A4WD
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Shifting to 2HI
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Shifting to 4LO
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Shifting Out of 4LO
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Shifting to NEUTRAL
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Shifting Out of NEUTRAL
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Parking Brake
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Shifting Into PARK (P)
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Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running
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Torque Lock
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Shifting Out of PARK (P)
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Parking Over Things That Burn
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Engine Exhaust
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Running Your Engine While You re Parked
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Locking Rear Axle
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Horn
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Tilt Wheel
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Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
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Turn and Lane Change Signals
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Turn Signal On Chime
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Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
108
Flash-to-Pass Feature
109
Windshield Wipers
109
Rainsense__ Wipers (If Equipped)
110
Windshield Washer
110
Rear Window Washer/Wiper
111
Headlamp Washer (If Equipped)
111
Cruise Control
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Setting Cruise Control
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Resuming a Set Speed
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Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control
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Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control
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Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control
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Using Cruise Control on Hills
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Ending Cruise Control
114
Erasing Speed Memory
114
Exterior Lamps
115
Automatic Headlamp System
115
Lamps On Reminder
116
Daytime Running Lamps
116
Fog Lamps
117
Interior Lamps
118
Brightness Control
118
Dome Lamp Override
118
Illuminated Entry
119
Exit Lighting
119
Reading Lamps
119
Dome Lamps
119
Battery Run-Down Protection
120
Mirrors
120
Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror with Compass and OnStar (If Equipped)
120
Automatic Dimming Feature
121
Compass Operation
121
Compass Calibration
121
Compass Variance
121
Electrochromic Day/Night Rearview Mirror with Compass, Temperature and OnStar
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Automatic Dimming Feature
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Temperature Display
123
Compass Operation
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Compass Calibration
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Compass Variance
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Outside Mirrors
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Power Remote Control Mirrors
125
Convex Outside Mirror
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Heated Outside Rearview Mirrors
126
Electrochromic Rearview Outside Mirror with Curb View Assist (If Equipped)
126
Storage Compartments
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Glove Box
127
Overhead Console
127
Sunglasses Storage Compartment
127
Travel Note Recorder (If Equipped)
127
Door Storage
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Front Storage Area
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Convenience Net (If Equipped)
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Cargo Security Shade (If Equipped)
129
Cargo Tie Downs
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Rear Floor Stowage Lid
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Luggage Carrier
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Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
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Sun Visors
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Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror
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Accessory Inflator (If Equipped)
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Accessory Power Outlets
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OnStar System (If Equipped)
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Safety and Security Services
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Premium Services (Includes Safety and Security Services)
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OnStar System Limitations
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Sunroof (Option)
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HomeLink Transmitter
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Programming the HomeLink Transmitter
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Training a Garage Door Opener with a Rolling Code Feature (If Equipped)
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Canadian Programming
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Operating the HomeLink Transmitter
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Erasing Channels
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Resetting Defaults
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Accessories
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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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Trip Odometer
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Tachometer
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Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators
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Safety Belt Reminder Light
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Air Bag Readiness Light
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Charging System Indicator Light
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Voltmeter Gage
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Brake System Warning Light
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Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
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Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada)
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If the Light Is Flashing
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If the Light Is On Steady
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Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
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Oil Pressure Gage
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Change Engine Oil Light
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Security Light
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Cruise Control Light
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Reduced Engine Power
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Service Four-Wheel-Drive Warning Light (If Equipped)
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Check Gages Light
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Gate Ajar
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Fuel Gage
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Low Fuel Light
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Driver Information Center (DIC) (If Equipped)
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DIC Operation and Displays
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Trip Information Button
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Odometer
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Trip A and Trip B
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Timer
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Fuel Information Button
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Fuel Range
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Average Fuel Economy
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Instant Fuel Economy
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GM Oil Life System
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Personalization Button
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Alarm Warning Type
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Automatic Locking
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Automatic Unlocking
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Seat Position Recall (If Equipped)
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Perimeter Lighting
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Remote Lock Feedback
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Remote Unlock Feedback
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Headlamps on at Exit
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Tilt Mirror in Reverse (If Equipped)
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Easy Exit Seat (If Equipped)
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Display Units (ENG/MET)
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Display Language
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Select Button
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DIC Warnings and Messages
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ENGINE COOLANT HOT/IDLE ENGINE
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ENGINE OVERHEATED/STOP ENGINE (If Equipped)
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OIL PRESSURE LOW/STOP ENGINE
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BATTERY NOT CHARGING
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SERVICE AIR BAG
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SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM
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TURN SIGNAL ON
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REAR ACCESS OPEN
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FUEL LEVEL LOW
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CHANGE TRANS FLUID
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CHECK OIL LEVEL
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CHECK WASHER FLUID
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TRANS HOT IDLE ENGINE
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ICE POSSIBLE
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DRIVER DOOR AJAR
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PASSENGER DOOR AJAR
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LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR
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RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR
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Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
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Comfort Controls
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Comfort Controls Personalization (If Equipped)
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Manual Dual Zone Comfort Controls
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Fan Knob
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Driver s Side Temperature Lever
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Passenger s Side Temperature Lever
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Mode Knob
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Mode Buttons
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Automatic Dual Zone Comfort Control System (Option)
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Driver s Side Temperature Knob
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Passenger s Side Temperature Knob
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Fan Switch
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MODE Button
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Display
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Automatic Operation
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Manual Operation
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Air Conditioning
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Heating
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Defogging and Defrosting
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Rear Window Defogger
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Rear Comfort Controls
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Ventilation System
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Ventilation Tips
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Comfort Control Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)
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Audio Systems
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Setting the Clock
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AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System (RDS) and Automatic Tone Control
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Playing the Radio
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Finding a Station
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Setting Preset Stations
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Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)
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Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)
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Using RDS
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Accessing RDS
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RDS Radio Announcements
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Playing a Compact Disc
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Radio/Compact Disc Messages
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AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System (RDS) and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)
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Playing the Radio
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Finding a Station
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Setting Preset Stations
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Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)
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Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)
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Using RDS
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Accessing RDS Stations
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RDS Radio Announcements
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Playing a Cassette Tape
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Cassette Tape Messages
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Tight/Loose Tape Sensor Defeat
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Playing a Compact Disc
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Compact Disc Messages
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AM-FM Stereo with 6-Disc Compact Disc Player with Programmable Equalization and Radio Data System (RDS) (If Equipped)
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Playing the Radio
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Finding a Station
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Setting Preset Stations
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Setting the Tone (Bass/ Treble)
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Adjusting the Speakers
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Using RDS
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Setting PTY Preset Stations
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Radio Announcements
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Playing a Compact Disc
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Playing a Specific Loaded Compact Disc
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Using Song List Mode
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Compact Disc Messages
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Rear Seat Audio (If Equipped)
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Theft-Deterrent Feature RDS Radios
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Audio Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)
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Understanding Radio Reception
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AM
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FM Stereo
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Tips About Your Audio System
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Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
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Care of Your Compact Discs
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Care of Your Compact Disc Player
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Diversity Antenna System
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Chime Level Adjustment
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Section 4 Your Driving and the Road
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Defensive Driving
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Drunken Driving
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Control of a Vehicle
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Braking
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Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
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Using Anti- Lock
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Braking in Emergencies
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Traction Assist System (TAS) (Two- Wheel Drive Only)
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Steering
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Power Steering
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Steering Tips
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Driving on Curves
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Steering in Emergencies
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Off-Road Recovery
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Passing
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Loss of Control
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Skidding
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Off-Road Driving with Your Four- Wheel- Drive Vehicle
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Before You Go Off-Roading
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Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving
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Environmental Concerns
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Traveling to Remote Areas
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Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving
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Scanning the Terrain
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Driving on Off-Road Hills
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Approaching a Hill
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Driving Uphill
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Driving Downhill
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Driving Across an Incline
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Stalling on an Incline
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Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice
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Driving in Water
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After Off-Road Driving
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Driving at Night
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Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
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Hydroplaning
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Driving Through Deep Standing Water
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Driving Through Flowing Water
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Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
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City Driving
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Freeway Driving
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Before Leaving on a Long Trip
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Highway Hypnosis
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Hill and Mountain Roads
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Winter Driving
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Driving on Snow or Ice
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If You re Caught in a Blizzard
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Recreational Vehicle Towing
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Dinghy Towing
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Dolly Towing
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Loading Your Vehicle
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Electronically Controlled Air Suspension System (If Equipped)
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Overload Protection
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Indicator Light
273
Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment
274
Towing a Trailer
274
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
275
Weight of the Trailer
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Weight of the Trailer Tongue
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Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires
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Hitches
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Safety Chains
279
Trailer Brakes
279
Driving with a Trailer
280
Following Distance
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Passing
281
Backing Up
281
Making Turns
281
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
281
Driving On Grades
282
Parking on Hills
282
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill
283
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
283
Trailer Wiring Harness
284
Section 5 Problems on the Road
285
Hazard Warning Flashers
286
Other Warning Devices
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Jump Starting
287
Towing Your Vehicle
292
Engine Overheating
292
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
292
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
293
Cooling System
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How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank
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How to Add Coolant to the Radiator
298
Engine Fan Noise
301
If a Tire Goes Flat
301
Changing a Flat Tire
302
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
303
Secondary Latch System
305
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
308
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
312
If You re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow
315
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out
315
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care
316
Service
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Doing Your Own Service Work
317
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
318
Fuel
318
Gasoline Octane
318
Gasoline Specifications California Fuel
319
Additives
320
Fuels in Foreign Countries
320
Filling Your Tank
321
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
323
Checking Things Under the Hood
323
Hood Release
324
Engine Compartment Overview
325
Engine Oil
326
Checking Engine Oil
326
When to Add Engine Oil
327
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
328
Engine Oil Additives
329
When to Change Engine Oil
329
How to Reset the CHANGE ENG OIL Light
330
What to Do with Used Oil
330
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
330
Automatic Transmission Fluid
332
When to Check and Change
332
How to Check
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Checking the Fluid Level
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How to Add Fluid
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Rear Axle
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When to Check Lubricant
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How to Check Lubricant
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What to Use
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Four-Wheel Drive
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Transfer Case
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When to Check Lubricant
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How to Check Lubricant
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What to Use
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Front Axle
337
When to Check and Change Lubricant
337
How to Check Lubricant
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What to Use
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Engine Coolant
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What to Use
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Checking Coolant
340
Adding Coolant
341
Radiator Pressure Cap
341
Power Steering Fluid
342
When to Check Power Steering Fluid
342
How to Check Power Steering Fluid
342
What to Use
342
Windshield Washer Fluid
343
What to Use
343
Adding Washer Fluid
343
Brakes
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Brake Fluid
344
Checking Brake Fluid
345
What to Add
345
Brake Wear
346
Brake Pedal Travel
347
Brake Adjustment
347
Replacing Brake System Parts
347
Battery
348
Vehicle Storage
348
Bulb Replacement
348
Halogen Bulbs
349
Headlamps
349
Front Turn Signals and Sidemarker Lamps
349
Taillamps and Rear Turn Signals
349
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
351
Backglass Wiper Blade Replacement
353
Tires
353
Inflation -- Tire Pressure
354
When to Check
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How to Check
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Tire Inspection and Rotation
355
When It s Time for New Tires
356
Buying New Tires
357
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
358
Treadwear
358
Traction -- AA, A, B, C
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Temperature -- A, B, C
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Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
359
Wheel Replacement
359
Used Replacement Wheels
360
Tire Chains
361
Appearance Care
361
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
362
Cleaning of Fabric/Carpet
362
Using Cleaner on Fabric
362
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems
363
Cleaning Vinyl
363
Cleaning Leather
363
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel
364
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components
364
Care of Safety Belts
364
Cleaning Glass Surfaces
364
Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield, Backglass and Wiper Blades
365
Weatherstrips
365
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
365
Washing Your Vehicle
365
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
366
Finish Care
366
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
367
Cleaning Tires
367
Sheet Metal Damage
367
Finish Damage
368
Underbody Maintenance
368
Chemical Paint Spotting
368
GM Vehicle Care /Appearance Materials
369
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
370
Engine Identification
370
Service Parts Identification Label
370
Electrical System
371
Add-On Electrical Equipment
371
Headlamps
371
Windshield Wipers
371
Power Windows and Other Power Options
371
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
372
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
372
Rear Underseat Fuse Block
376
Replacement Bulbs
378
Capacities and Specifications
378
Engine Specifications
378
Wheel and Tires
379
Capacities
379
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
379
Section 7 Maintenance Schedule
380
Introduction
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Your Vehicle and the Environment
381
Maintenance Requirements
381
How This Section is Organized
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Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
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Using Your Maintenance Schedule
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Scheduled Maintenance
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Footnotes
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Scheduled Maintenance
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Engine Oil Scheduled Maintenance
385
Scheduled Maintenance
386
Part B: Owner Checks and Services
394
At Each Fuel Fill
394
Engine Oil Level Check
394
Engine Coolant Level Check
394
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
394
At Least Once a Month
394
Tire Inflation Check
394
Cassette Deck Service
394
At Least Twice a Year
395
Restraint System Check
395
Wiper Blade Check
395
Spare Tire Check
395
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Restriction Indicator Check
395
Weatherstrip Lubrication
396
Automatic Transmission Check
396
At Least Once a Year
396
Key Lock Cylinders Service
396
Body Lubrication Service
396
Starter Switch Check
397
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check
397
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
398
Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission PARK (P) Mechanism Check
398
Underbody Flushing Service
398
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
399
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection
399
Exhaust System Inspection
399
Fuel System Inspection
399
Engine Cooling System Inspection
399
Transfer Case and Front Axle (Four- Wheel Drive) Inspection
400
Brake System Inspection
400
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
401
Part E: Maintenance Record
404
Section 8 Customer Assistance Information
410
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
411
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
413
Customer Assistance Offices
413
United States
413
Canada
414
All Overseas Locations
414
Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/ Countries (Except Puerto Rico and U. S. Virgin Islands)
414
GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities
414
Roadside Assistance
415
Canadian Roadside Assistance
416
Courtesy Transportation
417
Plan Ahead When Possible
417
Transportation Options
417
Shuttle Service
417
Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement
418
Courtesy Rental Vehicle
418
Additional Program Information
418
Warranty Information
419
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT
419
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO THE CANADIAN GOVERNMENT
420
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TO GENERAL MOTORS
420
2002 GMC Envoy Overview
Introduction
The 2002 GMC Envoy is a mid-size SUV that perfectly balances style, utility, and driving performance. With its rugged yet refined exterior design, the Envoy is not only an appealing choice for families, but it also caters to adventure enthusiasts seeking both comfort and capability on and off the road. Offering a blend of practicality and sophistication, the Envoy has become a standout option in the competitive SUV market.
Powertrains
The 2002 GMC Envoy comes equipped with two robust powertrain options, allowing for versatility depending on your driving needs. The base model features a 4.2-liter inline-six engine that produces an impressive 270 horsepower and 278 lb-ft of torque, paired with a smooth-shifting four-speed automatic transmission. For those seeking more power, the Envoy offers an available 5.3-liter V8 engine, enhancing towing capacity and acceleration. Both drivetrain configurations come with rear-wheel drive or the option of all-wheel drive, ensuring optimal performance in various driving conditions.
Trims
Features
When it comes to features, the 2002 GMC Envoy does not disappoint. Standard equipment includes a driver information center, cruise control, and a front-passenger seat that folds flat for increased cargo space. Higher trims introduce options like a sunroof, a navigation system, and a rear entertainment package. With spacious interiors and ample cargo room, the Envoy is perfect for road trips and everyday errands alike.
Owner's Manual
For new owners, the 2002 GMC Envoy owner's manual serves as an essential guide for understanding vehicle operation, maintenance schedules, and troubleshooting tips. It provides valuable information on features, specifications, and safety recommendations to ensure optimal performance and longevity of the SUV. The manual is a crucial companion for any Envoy owner, supporting them in achieving the best driving experience possible.
User manual download
The GMC Envoy owner manual for the 2002 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2002 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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