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Introduction Using this Manual If any of these labels are peeling or Caution illegible due to wear or scratches, To quickly locate information about please contact your dealer for a Caution indicates a hazard that the vehicle, use the Index in the replacement.
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Introduction Crew cab model Description Cab tilt instruction Automatic transmission fluid level Vehicle certification and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions NO STEP instruction Towing Vehicle noise emission control information Engine cooling Fan blade Vehicle emission control information...
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Introduction Description Vehicle emission control information Vehicle certification and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions Engine coolant check Engine coolant level NO STEP instruction Power steering fluid Vehicle noise emission control information Engine cooling Fan blade Towing Automatic transmission fluid level...
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Introduction Description Safety lock pin (Single cab) Engine cover notice (Crew cab) Radiator cap Engine emission control information Engine coolant (Single cab)
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In Brief 1. Air Flow Direction Control 5. Radio with CD/USB/Bluetooth. 10. Cupholders 0 54. Lever. See Air Vents 0 124. See AM-FM Radio 0 85 and 11. Hook. See Shopping Bag Bluetooth Audio 0 108. 2. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 80. Hooks 0 55.
In Brief 7. Cruise Control Main Switch. Instrument Panel (Driver Side) See Cruise Control 0 179. 8. Hazard Warning Flasher Switch. See Hazard Warning Flashers 0 82. 9. Rear Power Window Switch. See Power Windows 0 33. 10. Odometer Check Switch. See Odometer 0 69.
In Brief Initial Drive signal lights to simultaneously flash Door Locks twice upon receiving the signals Information Locking and Unlocking the Door from the remote control unit. from Outside Using the Key Locking Remote Keyless Entry Press the lock button (1) of the (RKE) System remote control unit for 1 second or longer.
In Brief Locking the Door from Outside Locking and Unlocking the Door Windows without Using the Key from Inside Window Switches on Driver s Door First, push the lock button (1) on the Push the lock button (1) forward to inside door handle forward and then lock the door;...
In Brief To Open the Driver s Window To Close the Passenger s Window Seat Adjustment Lightly pressing the driver-side The passenger's window continues Driver s Seat window switch will lower the driver s to move up while the window until the switch is released passenger-side switch on the Forward/backward Adjustment (manual mode operation).
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In Brief Reclining Adjustment Passenger s Seat/Center Seat Center Seat Passenger s Seat You can tip the seatback forward if To recline the seatback, raise the you pull forward the lever at the side seatback tilt lever and gently lean of the seatback.
In Brief Seat Belts Mirror Adjustment Steering Wheel Adjustment Sit in the correct driving position with the seat adjusted properly. Then, check each mirror to ensure Warning that a proper view of the rear and Adjust the position of the sides of the vehicle are provided.
In Brief 3. Firmly lock the steering wheel Between ON and OFF, the light at the selected position by comes on when the driver's door is moving the lock lever to the opened. lock position. Rear Light (Crew Cab Model Only) Interior Lighting Front Light The steering wheel is adjustable up...
In Brief Exterior Lighting time period with the engine off. Windshield Wiper/Washer Otherwise, the battery may go dead, making it impossible to restart the engine. : Turns off all exterior lights. : Turns on the parking lights including all exterior lights, except the headlights.
In Brief Windshield Washer Climate Controls Vehicle Features The heating, cooling, and ventilation Radio(s) for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. Turning the Power On or Off Press MODE/ /ENTER to turn the power on. Press and hold it for one second or more to turn the power off.
In Brief Cruise Control 2. Press Tune/Track less than one second again to select the station of your choice. Settings Adjustment of bass, treble, fader, and balance, and setting of clock display and time can be performed. See Function Setting Mode in AM-FM Radio 0 85.
In Brief instructions that are included with Performance and any electrical equipment you install. Maintenance These circuits are protected by a fuse and have maximum current loads. Driving for Better Fuel Economy See Power Outlets 0 65. At the same time the cruise set Economical Driving indicator light comes on.
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In Brief The careful attention you give your vehicle, as far as maintenance is concerned, will also help fuel economy. Protection of Engine against Overcooling Overcooling of the engine not only accelerates wear of the vital engine parts but also hurts fuel economy.
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Keys and Locks Both sides of the key are identical, so you can insert the key in the Windows engine control switch without Keys worrying about which way you insert it. Keys and Locks The key code is indicated on a Keys .
Keys, Doors, and Windows If you resell the vehicle, be sure to Remote Keyless Entry Unlocking and Locking the hand over the plate with key code to Doors (RKE) System Operation the new owner together with the vehicle. The keyless entry system allows you to lock/unlock the doors by Remote Keyless Entry simply pressing the remote control...
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Keys, Doors, and Windows system causes the right and left turn The lock or unlock buttons on the Replacing the Battery in the signal lights to simultaneously flash remote control unit must be fully Remote Control Unit once upon receiving the signals pressed for more than 1 second When the battery runs down, from the remote control unit.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows 2. Remote Control Cover 3. Insert a flat head screwdriver Notch or similar tool into the recess of the remote control unit (4) to 3. Remote Control Unit Cover remove the old battery. 4. Remote Control Unit 5.
Keys, Doors, and Windows Getting In and Out of the Warning Warning (Continued) Vehicle When changing the battery, use at 3 points. It is very dangerous to only a battery of the same type as stand on the tire or wheel when the original battery, or an getting in or out of the vehicle.
Keys, Doors, and Windows Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Exercise caution when opening or When you close the door after belts properly, locking the doors closing doors, as strong winds or sitting behind the wheel, check helps prevent people from being steep slopes may cause doors to that the door is fully closed.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows Front Doors Locking the Door from Outside Warning (Continued) without Using the Key Locking and Unlocking the Door sure to control the power windows from Outside Using the Key using the power window switches beside the driver's seat. You and others could be seriously injured.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows Locking and Unlocking the Door Rear Doors Locking and Unlocking Doors from Inside from the Inside Outside Door Handles A handle for opening each cab door from outside the cab is located at the rear edge of the door's outer panel.
Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Door Locks Vehicle Security Exterior Mirrors Power Door Lock (Central Guard Against Theft Mirrors Door Lock) Your new vehicle has many features Sit in the correct driving position How the Power Door Lock System to help prevent theft of the vehicle, with the seat adjusted properly.
Keys, Doors, and Windows If the outside mirrors fog up, press Warning Warning (Continued) the outside rearview mirror heater switch to defog them. When the Before driving, be sure to adjust Keep the mirrors in mind when switch is pressed the indicating light the seat and mirrors to positions passing another vehicle on a will illuminate.
Keys, Doors, and Windows Windows Window Switches on Warning Driver s Door Power Windows Regardless of whether the vehicle is moving or stationary, you must never allow a child to put his/her Warning head, hands, or other body part If you are traveling with a child, out of the window.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows operation). If you want to stop the only, while, if equipped, the rear Window Switches on Center of automatic movement of the window power window switches can raise Dashboard (Crew Cab Model) before it lowers completely, raise the and lower the rear door windows.
Keys, Doors, and Windows To Lock Rear Power Windows Sun Visors Passenger s Side Rear Power Window Lock Switch The sun visor (1) protects your eyes Driver s Side in strong sunlight. Use it when If you push the rear power window sunlight is too bright.
Seats and Restraints Seats and Front Seats Warning Restraints Seat Position Adjust the seat only before you start driving. Adjusting the seat while the vehicle is in motion Warning Front Seats must be avoided not only Seat Position ....36 Use caution when adjusting the because the unlocked seat will Rear Seats...
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Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) Warning Warning the vehicle to your dealer for Do not place a cushion or similar Before making adjustments, service if you find that your seat object between your back and the check that the seat rails are free adjusters do not latch.
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Seats and Restraints Adjusting the seat for a correct Reclining Adjustment Warning driving posture is a fundamental part of safe driving. Warning Make sure not to hit passengers Forward/backward Adjustment or luggage when adjusting your To reduce the risk of sliding under seat.
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Seats and Restraints To move the seatback forward, lean the scale and counterclockwise to Warning forward with your back slightly clear move it up the scale. The pointer of the seatback and raise the lever. should be alongside your weight on Do not adjust the reclining After making adjustments, check the scale.
Seats and Restraints Passenger s Seat/Center Seat Rear Seats Warning Rear Seats (Crew Cab Only) Baggage must not be placed on the center seat. If the baggage Do not remove the seat cushion falls on the floor when braking, it except when taking out or stowing may prevent the driver from onboard tools.
Seats and Restraints Seat Belts Familiarizing yourself with the correct use of seat belts is essential for your safety. Warning To help reduce the risk of personal injury in collisions or sudden maneuvers, use the seat belts following these instructions on their proper use, maintenance, and use with child restraint systems.
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Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) and be seriously injured. Seat do not use a seat belt if it does disperse shocks efficiently in the belts work best only when the not fit snugly over the child's hips event of a collision or occupant is sitting well back and because restraining the child...
Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Do not use one seat belt for more Be careful to keep the buckles Wearing seat belts is a legal than one person. If worn by more and retractors free of dust and requirement.
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Seats and Restraints To Fasten: Warning (Continued) 1. Sit on the seat in the correct driving position. collision or sudden stop if it is in contact with your neck and/ or face. 3. To reduce the risk of sliding under the belt during a collision, position the belt across your lap as low on your hips as possible and adjust it to...
Seats and Restraints To Unfasten: When the passenger's seat belt is Seat Belt Use During fully taken up (or not pulled out), Pregnancy check that the stopper is holding the belt in a fully taut state. Warning Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) Function Unless the seat belt is correctly worn, it may dig into the abdomen...
Seats and Restraints An expectant mother or a person To Fasten: who is ill riding in the vehicle must 1. Sit on the seat in the correct also wear a seat belt. In light of the position. risk that the seat belt will apply pressure to the abdomen, chest and shoulders in the event of a collision, however, an expectant mother or...
Seats and Restraints 4. Position the seat belt across Seat Belt Extender replaced and anchorages properly the lap as low as possible on repaired if they were in areas If the vehicle's seat belt will fasten the hips. Pull the fold-back end damaged by a collision, whether the around you, you should use it.
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Seats and Restraints 1. Seat belt fold-back fitting Avoid using anything like a tool to Warning (Continued) portion pass the cloth through the fold-back fitting portion or try to remove 2. Seat belt that may have entered the buckle. stubborn dirt. Using such an object 3.
Seats and Restraints 2. Mix one part neutral detergent If the above-described upkeep Child Restraints into approximately twenty parts operations do not improve the warm water. operation of the seat belt through Child Restraint Systems the retractor, there is a possibility 3.
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Seats and Restraints the child restraint is not properly Installation on Outboard Seat Warning (Continued) secured, the child risks personal injury in the event of a collision. Any unrestrained child could be Using a Lap Belt That Has No injured by striking the vehicle's interior or by ejection from the Retractor vehicle during an accident or...
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Seats and Restraints Secure the child restraint with the When your child restraint is not Warning lap belt portion (1) of the seat belt in installed, remove the locking clip to accordance with the restraint permit normal use of the To help avoid personal injury or manufacturer's instructions.
Storage Card Holder Glove Box Warning For safety, close the glove box during driving. There is a risk of injury from the open lid or items stored in the glove box. You and others could be seriously injured. The glove box lid will automatically spring open when it is unlocked.
Storage Cupholders Do not place a cup that is too full in Caution the cupholder. Spillages could cause damage to the radio and When closing the glove box lid, other electrical circuits. If there is a do not allow stored items to pass spill, wipe it up immediately with a the line shown in the illustration.
Storage Rear Storage Single Cab Model Only Additional Storage Features Warning Shopping Bag Hooks Do not use the back panel tray to hold any object that may fly or fall out during vehicle operation. Doing so would be dangerous. Items may fly or fall out when the cab is tilted.
Storage Information on The components of your truck are Gross vehicle weight (GVW) is the designed to provide satisfactory weight of the originally equipped Loading the Vehicle service if the vehicle is not loaded in vehicle and all items added to it excess of either the gross vehicle after it has left the factory.
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Storage Tires Model Maximum Front GAWR Rear GAWR GVWR Capacity Capacity The tires on your truck must be of kg (lb.) kg (lb.) kg (lb.) the proper size and properly inflated for the load that you are carrying. 3500 5 443 (12,000) 2 204 (4,860) 4 010 (8,840) The Vehicle Certification and...
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Storage Load Cargo Correctly Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) The weight of the payload must Incorrect loading can make the be limited within the gross vehicle cargo unstable. It can also cause weight (GVW) rating and an overload condition confined to distributed over the front and rear a small area, resulting in damage axles so as not to exceed the...
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Storage Cargo loading caution Incorrect Correct Do not place cargo only at the front or only at the rear. Distribute it evenly. When using supports under cargo, position them uniformly along the cargo. To the greatest extent possible, do not allow long cargo to protrude beyond the rear edge of the cargo bed.
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Storage Cargo loading caution Incorrect Correct Use ropes and tarpaulins to secure the cargo so it does not fall off the cargo bed. Use rubber bands or bungee cords to prevent the tarpaulins from flapping in the wind. Avoid loading cargo too high. It can cause the vehicle to tip sideways when it catches side winds and when turning the vehicle.
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Storage Loading Equipment When loading equipment, a device Do not Carry Fuel and Spray Cans for securing the cargo bed is in the Cab required. Use a car carrier or attach a rear support stand. If you have Danger any questions, contact your dealer. It is extremely dangerous to carry Make Sure There is No Flammable fuel and spray cans in the cab.
Instruments and Controls 3. Firmly lock the steering wheel Windshield Wiper/Washer at the selected position by moving the lock lever to the lock position. Horn The steering wheel is adjustable up and down as well as forward and backward. To use the windshield wiper and washer switches, the engine control Before adjusting, position the seat switch must be in the ON position.
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Instruments and Controls If the wiper frequently stops during To spray washer fluid on the Warning (Continued) operation, contact your nearest windshield, push the button on the Dealer. end of the combination switch lever. obstructing your forward view. In The spray will continue as long as Before operating the wiper, ensure such a case, warm up the you hold in the button.
Instruments and Controls When the vehicle is used in a Warning (Continued) Warning cold-climate region or during the winter: fire. Use the accessory If foreign matter enters the Use washer fluid with power outlet within the accessory power outlet, or if appropriate concentration for the allowable load.
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Instruments and Controls When inserting or removing the plug supply power to commercially When using accessory power of an electrical appliance, turn the available vehicle accessories, etc. outlets, total maximum electrical electrical appliance off or place the Remove the cap to use. load must not exceed 120W.
Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Some warning lights come on briefly For safety reasons, do not place when the engine is started to packages, tools, or other items in Gauges, and indicate they are working. When the driver s area that may restrict one of the warning lights comes on access to the controls or sight of the Indicators...
Instruments and Controls Speedometer Odometer Check Switch When the battery is disconnected, TRIP A and TRIP B will be reset to Press the Odometer Check switch The speedometer shows the zero. The per trip fuel economy is to display the odometer and trip vehicle's speed in either kilometers also reset by the TRIP B reset.
Instruments and Controls Tachometer To check the fuel level with the Caution engine control switch in the LOCK position, press the Odometer Check Exercise extreme care when switch. shifting down on a steep Fill the tank well before it downslope. The engine speed approaches empty.
Instruments and Controls Engine Coolant Warning Caution (Continued) Temperature Gauge If the engine coolant temperature does not cross into it, this is not a gauge shows an overheat problem, but check the engine condition or you have any other coolant level in the reservoir. Add reason to suspect the engine may engine coolant as necessary.
Instruments and Controls sound. The warning light will go out Check and Corrective Action This light should come on to show and the warning buzzer will stop that it is working when the engine 1. Check to see if the fan belt is when the driver buckles the control switch is turned to the ON broken or loose.
Instruments and Controls Service Vehicle Soon Brake System Warning Light light will illuminate at the same time.) See Antilock Brake Light System (ABS) Warning Light 0 75. To serve as a reminder, the light should stay on when the parking brake is not fully released, and the engine control switch is on.
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Instruments and Controls 4. If the brake fluid is not low: Try The illumination of the parking brake Warning (Continued) out the brakes by starting and light does not necessarily ensure stopping on the shoulder of the firm application of the parking brake. When the brake system warning road, then either drive The parking brake lever must be...
Instruments and Controls The warning light and buzzer will the pedal is held down. This Antilock Brake System come on simultaneously when the reserve is greatly reduced each (ABS) Warning Light brake booster s vacuum or pressure time you apply and release the becomes insufficient either during brakes.
Instruments and Controls If it does not, have the vehicle Warning Warning (Continued) serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally the If this warning light comes on Even if a problem has occurred in indicator light goes off. while driving, immediately stop the ABS, the brakes will still work your vehicle at a safe place well...
Instruments and Controls This light should come on briefly ground. As a result, the red engine prevent engine damage. In this when the engine control switch is oil pressure warning light may mode, the engine loses power and turned to the ON position, and then light up.
Instruments and Controls This light comes on when the Cruise Control Light This light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use or vehicle enters the cruise control the headlamps are cycled between mode after the cruise control set high and low beams (passing switch is operated to set the vehicle signal).
Instruments and Controls Vehicle Messages Warning Buzzers A warning buzzer may not sound if there is a problem with the buzzer system. If this occurs, the system needs to be inspected. See your dealer. A warning buzzer sounds under the following conditions: Seat Belt continuous beep.
Lighting Lighting Exterior Lighting : Turns off all exterior lights. : Turns on the parking lights Exterior Lamp Controls including all exterior lights, except Exterior Lighting the headlights. Exterior Lamp Controls ..80 : Turns on the headlights Headlamp High/Low-Beam together with the parking lights,...
Lighting Headlamp High/ Flash-to-Pass Low-Beam Changer This indicator light comes on when high beam is selected or the headlights are cycled between high and low beams. Use low beam whenever there are vehicles ahead in the same lane or oncoming vehicles in the opposite lane.
Lighting Hazard Warning Flashers Do not leave the hazard warning Turn and Lane-Change light flasher operating for an Signals extended time period with the engine off. Otherwise, the battery may go dead, making it impossible to restart the engine. Both indicator lights flash when the hazard warning flasher switch is Use the hazard warning light flasher operated irrespective of the position...
Lighting lever is held up or down. The lever Either of these indicator lights Interior Lighting moves back to neutral as soon as it flashes when the turn signal switch is released. is operated with the engine control Instrument Panel switch in the ON position.
Lighting Cargo Lamp Dome Lamps Rear Light (Crew Cab Model Only) Front Light The dome light operates regardless When this switch is pressed, the of the engine control switch position. rear body interior light comes on The dome light operates regardless The switch has three positions.
Infotainment System Infotainment Radio System AM-FM Radio Do not install a radio equipment antenna near the vehicle's radio Control Panel antenna. This could cause Radio unwanted noise on the radio or AM-FM Radio ....85 while playing a CD.
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Infotainment System the audio system returns to the mode it was in just before it was turned off. Switching the Audio Modes 1. Press MODE/ /ENTER. 2. Turn MODE/ /ENTER to select the audio mode and press ENTER. The audio mode changes in the following order: DISC*1 USB/IPOD(iPod)*3...
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Infotainment System *4 This mode is skipped when Adjusting Bass Adjusting Fader an auxiliary player is not 1. Press FUNC. 1. Press FUNC. connected. 2. Turn MODE/ /ENTER to 2. Turn MODE/ /ENTER to Adjusting the Volume select SOUND, and then press select SOUND, and then press ENTER.
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Infotainment System 4. Turn MODE/ /ENTER 3. Turn MODE/ /ENTER 2. Turn MODE/ /ENTER to clockwise or counterclockwise clockwise or counterclockwise select "FM1", "FM2", "FM3", to adjust the right or left to select SET, and then press "AM1" or "AM2", and then speakers, and then press ENTER.
Infotainment System searching for stations within its 3. Press and hold down the FM Transmissions available frequency band. To Preset buttons you want to Fading and drifting stations - cancel, press the button again. store in, for more than Generally, the effective range of FM two seconds.
Infotainment System AM Transmissions Fixed Mast Antenna Audio Players Fading - AM broadcasts are CD Player reflected by the upper atmosphere, especially at night. These reflected CD Operations signals can interfere with those received directly from the radio Playing a Disc (When There is No station, causing the radio station to CD Inserted) sound alternately strong and weak.
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Infotainment System If a disc could not be ejected, Random Playback Press for fast forward. contact nearest dealer for service. For CD: Press for fast reverse. To Track (File) Selection stop fast forward or fast reverse, Press 2. is displayed. release.
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Infotainment System To cancel the category Go Back to the First Position TRACK (Track title) selection mode, press LIST (Home Jump) ARTIST (Artist name) again or press BACK. NO/TIME... You can go back to the first file of the first folder on the MP3/WMA For CD (MP3/WMA): 2.
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Infotainment System If Error Appears in the Display NO SUPPORT: This message is Never insert foreign objects into the displayed when the disc is in disc insertion slot. The following messages are one of the following conditions: displayed (blink) according to the Do not insert a wet disc into the status.
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Infotainment System that are not finalized and CD-R CDs. Plug in the device directly Do not use a disc with cracks or if it and CD-RW that are saved in without using an adapter, etc. to is severely bent as it may lead to the UDF format cannot be avoid damage.
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Infotainment System New Disc sound quality or protect the discs. This player has limitations on MP3/ They may change the thickness of WMA file standards and recorded Some new discs may have burrs the disc and external specifications media and formats that can found in the center hole or at the and lead to damage.
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Infotainment System Supported channel modes: Variable bit rate (VBR) is time. It is also recommended that supported. CD-R and CD-RW discs be kept in Stereo a light-resistant case because the Lossless compression is not Joint Stereo discs are vulnerable to ultra-violet supported.
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Infotainment System with the mp3 file extension. Be sure Playing MP3/WMA Display Order of MP3/WMA File/ to use the .wma file extension when Folder Names When a disc with recorded MP3/ saving WMA files. The MP letters of WMA files is inserted, the player Names of MP3/WMA folders and the file extension will be recognized first checks all the files on the disc.
Infotainment System USB Port USB Operation Playing Music Files in the USB Memory (When the USB Memory is not Connected) When the USB Memory is connected to the USB terminal users can listen to music in the USB Memory. 1. Connect the USB Memory to the USB terminal.
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Infotainment System The music file starts playing. Repeat Playback Press to advance to the next file. Do not connect, adjust or remove Press 1 to repeat the same file the USB Memory while driving. being played. is displayed. Press to return to the Do not remove the USB Memory or beginning of the file being To cancel, press 1 twice.
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Infotainment System After the player has played the last When a file is selected, the 2. Turn MODE/ /ENTER to file, it starts playing the first file of player starts playing the file. select the display item of your the same folder. choice, and then press When FOLDER is selected, ENTER.
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Infotainment System If an Error Appears in the Display READ ERROR: This message is Playing Music Files in the iPod displayed if a problem is detected in (When the iPod is not Connected) The following messages are the USB device. Disconnect the displayed (blink) according to the 1.
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Infotainment System Playing Music Files in the iPod Pausing the Music Repeat Playback (When the iPod is Connected) Press 3 to pause the music. To Press 1 to repeat the same file resume, press 4. 1. Press MODE/ /ENTER. being played. is displayed.
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Infotainment System When the iPod is removed from the The following information is 3. Turn MODE/ /ENTER to main unit under the Shuffle setting, displayed according to the display the selection mode of the iPod switches to the shuffle category selected: your choice, and then press playback mode.
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Infotainment System The display item changes in Order for the display of the the following order. Category SONGS selection mode TR NO/TIME (File number/ PLAYING SONGS Playback time) ALBUM PLAYLISTS PLAYLISTS SONGS (Album title) TRACK (Track title) ARTIST (Artist name) ARTISTS ARTISTS ALBUMS...
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Infotainment System Playable MP3 File Standards Message Description Supported standards: This message is displayed when READING MPEG-1 Audio Layer III reading the file format of the iPod. MPEG-2 Audio Layer III This message is displayed if a problem is detected in the iPod. Supported sampling frequencies: READ ERROR Disconnect the iPod, and check the...
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Infotainment System Playable WMA File Standards Display Order of MP3/WMA File/ Folder Names Supported standards: Names of MP3/WMA folders and Supported sampling frequencies: files within the same level are 32, 44.1, 48 (kHz) displayed in the following order. Supported bit rates: Ver. 7, 8: 1.
Infotainment System This unit reconfigures the folders created by a user as shown below. 1. Use a mini plug cable, and connect the portable audio device to the Mini jack. 2. Press MODE/ /ENTER. 3. Turn MODE/ /ENTER to select AUX, and then press ENTER.
Infotainment System Reduce the AUX volume to prevent Do not leave the portable device Warning speaker damage. inside the vehicle. (The interior of the vehicle may become too hot Either place the portable Bluetooth Audio under extreme hot weather.) audio device and mini plug Do not set the portable device too cable somewhere where Bluetooth Audio Operation...
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Infotainment System Bluetooth audio operation is subject Repeat Playback : Return to the beginning of the to portable device compatibility. track being played. To return to the Press 1 to repeat the same track Operation of the portable device via previous track, press the again.
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Infotainment System To cancel, press 2 again. If there is no text information stored DISCONNECT: Disconnect the in a music file, NO TITLE is registered portable device. Display Text Information displayed. DISCONNECT? is displayed, 1. Press and hold LIST for more press ENTER.
Infotainment System Phone Do not register the Bluetooth device 5. When the registration of the while driving. Park the vehicle in a Bluetooth device in this unit is secure location before carrying out completed, CONNECTED is Bluetooth the registration. displayed. This unit supports Bluetooth.
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Infotainment System Speed dial data 4. Turn MODE/ /ENTER to 3. Turn MODE/ /ENTER to select ON/OFF, and then press select RESET DATA, and then Handsfree setting ENTER. press ENTER. Bluetooth phone data CONNECT ON: Turn on the 4. When RESET DATA? is Portable device data automatic connection.
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Infotainment System In the following conditions, the Operating the Handsfree System system may not function: The mobile phone is turned off. The current position is outside the communication area. The mobile phone is not connected. The mobile phone has a low battery.
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Infotainment System Making a Phone Call Using Making a Phone Call Using Missed 2. Turn MODE/ /ENTER to Phonebook Call History select ENTER NUMBER, and then press ENTER. 1. Press Off Hook on the 1. Press Off Hook on the infotainment controls.
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Infotainment System Making a Phone Call Using Making a Phone Call Using Answering a Call Incoming Call History Outgoing Call History When your phone set receives a 1. Press Off Hook on the 1. Press Off Hook on the call, INCOMING, followed by the infotainment controls.
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Infotainment System Registering a Speed Dial by 4. After entering the phone 4. Press and hold down the Entering a Phone Number number, press and hold down Speed Dial you want to store the Speed Dial of your choice in, for more than one second. Up to six phone numbers and for more than one second.
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Infotainment System 2. Press the Speed Dial of your Setting the Volume Press the Level Adjust during a call. choice for less than Call Volume: Turn Volume Adjust : Increase the sensitivity. (The one second. during a call. sound transmission is more 3.
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Infotainment System Entering Tone Numbers While placing the phone call in 4. Turn MODE/ /ENTER to progress on hold, you will be select mobile phone name, and You can transmit tone numbers connected to the second caller. then press ENTER. during a call.
Infotainment System Trademarks and 4. Turn MODE/ /ENTER to 3. Turn MODE/ /ENTER to select an adjustment item, and select A.TRANSFER, and then License Agreements then press ENTER. press ENTER. FCC Information CALL VOLUME: Adjust the call 4. Turn MODE/ /ENTER to volume.
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Infotainment System Apple is not responsible for the Bluetooth Handsfree/Audio operation of this device or its operation is subject to mobile phone compliance with safety and compatibility. regulatory standards. Bluetooth Handsfree performance iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod can be influenced by mobile phone nano, and iPod touch are network, handset and driving trademarks of Apple Inc., registered...
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Outlet Selector Knob : The Air Selector Knob regulates air flow Systems from the upper, floor and defroster outlets. Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, and ventilation : Air flows through the upper for the vehicle can be controlled Climate Control Systems .
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Climate Controls system is in operation. The air Ventilation : Use this position to ventilate conditioning system can also be the interior of the cab. This position Outside Air Ventilation : Press the used for dehumidifying while the should be normally selected. A/C switch to the off position.
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Climate Controls As the heater uses the heat from same temperature. This position can Defrosting : Set the outlet selector the engine coolant, its heating effect give cool upper level air and warm knob to the position. Set the air is weak when the engine coolant floor level air when the temperature selector lever to the...
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Climate Controls Maximum Cooling : Set the outlet Air Vents selector knob to the position. Press the A/C switch to the on position. Move the air selector lever to the position Turn the temperature control knob fully towards the low-temperature direction.
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Climate Controls Air Flow Direction Control Lever Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter Removing the Inside Air Filter 3. Remove and clean the filter. Use a vacuum cleaner or the like to clean dust and dirt from Use the tab to adjust the airflow its surface.
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Climate Controls Installing the Inside Air Filter Removing the Outside Air Filter In order to avoid filter damage, hard brushes should not be used for filter Install the filter in the reverse order cleaning. to removal. Installing the Outside Air Filter Ensure that the filter is returned securely to its original position.
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Climate Controls Service contact your dealer or other service facility equipped with a gas recovery The air conditioning system will not installation system. be able to cool the cab interior effectively if the refrigerant level is low. Accordingly, the refrigerant level must be topped up whenever necessary.
Driving and Operating Driving and Engine Checks Before Conversions and Add-Ons Operating ....160 Add-On Electrical Operating Parking over Things Equipment ....185 That Burn .
Driving and Operating Driving Information Distracted Driving Warning (Continued) Do Not Use a Mobile Phone Driver Behavior could get into the cab (for While Driving example, a place that is Napping in the Vehicle poorly ventilated), you could Warning suffer carbon monoxide Warning poisoning.
Driving and Operating Control of a Vehicle Make it a habit to look around and Warning (Continued) confirm that it is safe to pull away Warnings for Driving after a temporary stop (at traffic curve could cause the cargo to lights, for example).
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Driving and Operating Do Not Attach Accessories to Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) the Windshield or Windows If the engine stops while the come out, causing the steering Warning vehicle is moving, the brake wheel to lock so that you could booster does not work, and the not turn it.
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Driving and Operating Driving at Night If foreign matter (insects, mud, Warning (Continued) etc.) gets stuck in the radiator's Nighttime driving is more dangerous air passages, the cooling than daytime driving because the touch them when working near system's performance will field of view is narrower.
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Driving and Operating Driving through a cutting Highways Your sense of how fast you are traveling becomes distorted on Being overtaken by a large truck Speeds on highways are higher long highway drives. Constantly or bus than those on regular roads, so keep an eye on the there is more danger.
Driving and Operating Brake Fade : Frequent use of the heavy braking. That means better When driving, bear the stopping brakes can cause the brakes to braking, longer brake life and safer distance in mind. Maintain a speed overheat so that the frictional force driving.
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Driving and Operating Braking Techniques Brake System Warning Light 1st gear using the selector lever to reduce the speed and gradually pull For the most effective braking and the parking brake lever to stop the Caution for maximum life from brake system vehicle on the side of the road while components, follow these firmly holding on to the steering...
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Driving and Operating Applying the Parking Brake Stopping and Parking with the Do Not Forget to Release the Parking Brake Engine Running Except in an emergency, do not Pulling away with the parking brake apply the parking brake until the Warning still applied can damage the brake vehicle has come to a complete...
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Driving and Operating Parking, or Leaving 2. To move the selector lever to brake applied. The risk of knocking "P" (Park), hold in the button against the selector lever and Driver s Seat on the lever and push the lever causing an accident is particularly all the way toward the front of great when you move in or out of...
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Driving and Operating Vapor Lock : If the brakes overheat Brake Effectiveness When the Warning due to frequent use, the heat can Vehicle Has Been Driven on a cause the brake fluid to boil so that Flooded Road or Washed To reduce the risk of personal air bubbles are created in the brake injury, before going down a steep...
Driving and Operating If the vehicle must be driven on a Steering Steering Wheel flooded road or is parked in an area If the steering parts have excess Do Not Leave the Steering that becomes flooded, promptly play or looseness or if any abnormal Wheel Fully Turned for a perform a check for the following condition is noted, have the steering...
Driving and Operating There is a risk of hydroplaning, Hill and Mountain Roads particularly where water tends to Narrow or Congested Roads collect on the road surface. Drive at speeds that allow you to stay in When passing or overtaking a complete control.
Driving and Operating When going down on a steep Winter Driving force, the rubber seal around the slope, avoid driving the vehicle door could come unstuck or become Recommendations for Driving backward as much as possible. damaged. Use warm water to melt in Cold Regions Drive it forward slowly on the the ice, then quickly wipe it away...
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Driving and Operating inconsistent. Also, the cabin could Driving on Snowy or Frozen turn. From time to time, get out of become more humid, causing the the vehicle and remove any Roads glass to fog up. accumulated snow. On slippery roads, never accelerate Check Fuel Level Check the Brakes from Time rapidly, brake hard, decelerate...
Driving and Operating Do not apply the parking brake in Remove snow that has stuck to the Warning (Continued) extremely cold weather, such as in inside of the fenders and to the temperatures or at below 0 °C brake hoses. Otherwise, it may poisoning.
Driving and Operating After driving through deep mud: any following table occurs, perform Caution (Continued) mud stuck to the vehicle can harm inspections and take corrective the steering, brakes and powertrain. action in accordance with the table. If the vehicle gets stuck and it is Wash the vehicle and remove all If you are unable to perform a difficult to get out, immediately...
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Driving and Operating Symptom Cause Corrective Action Reference See Battery - North Discharged batteries Recharge or replace America 0 212 Battery terminals After repairing corroded detached, loose, section, connect the or corroded terminals firmly Engine does not Starter does not Starter ground wire After repairing corroded start...
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Driving and Operating Symptom Cause Corrective Action Reference Idling speed too low Fuel filter is clogged Air cleaner is clogged Common rail system is Engine starts, but immediately stops faulty Fuel pump is clogged Fuel system is faulty Engine control (electrical system) is faulty Fuel system is faulty Ignition system is faulty...
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Driving and Operating Symptom Cause Corrective Action Reference See Engine No engine coolant Add engine coolant Coolant 0 198 Front of radiator is Wash clean with tap See Exterior Care clogged with dirt water 0 259 Make sure it is firmly Radiator cap not tightened or replace the sufficiently tightened...
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Driving and Operating Symptom Cause Corrective Action Reference Parking brake not fully Make sure it is fully released released Brake dragging Air cleaner clogged Fuel filter clogged Not enough engine power Engine control system faulty Common rail system faulty Engine faulty Drum-to-lining gap too large Brakes not effective...
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Driving and Operating Symptom Cause Corrective Action Reference Unbalanced air pressure Adjust to proper air See Wheels and in tires pressure Tires 0 237 See Wheels and Tire unevenly worn Replace tire Tires 0 237 Uneven braking Drum brake out of adjustment Poor wheel alignment Loaded too far forward...
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Driving and Operating Symptom Cause Corrective Action Reference Poor lubrication in the Lubricate the steering mechanisms mechanism Poor steering wheel return Poor wheel alignment See Automatic Insufficient Add oil Transmission Fluid transmission oil From the 0 195 transmission Transmission inner components faulty See Rear Axle (Gear Oil Viscosity...
Driving and Operating Emergencies (Disabled When the Vehicle Breaks Down Warning (Continued) During Driving Vehicle) 1. Use the hazard warning flasher The power steering system will When the Vehicles any time to warn other drivers, not work so the steering wheel Breaks Down day or night, and pull the will be hard to turn.
Driving and Operating If There is a Fuel Leak Starting and Use the correct gear to maintain the desired road speed without Operating lugging the engine. Danger Avoid racing the engine, New Vehicle Break-In Leaking fuel from the vehicle is full-throttle starts and aggressive dangerous due to possible application of brakes when...
Driving and Operating parking brake is burnished as accidentally pressing the wrong Warning (Continued) specified below: pedal, check the pedal positions and practice putting your foot on the Make 10 moderate stops, using removed from the switch, which desired pedal. the hand brake, from 16 km/h then locks the steering wheel.
Driving and Operating control switch in the LOCK position, If the key cannot be turned from the press and hold the key in the ACC LOCK position to the ON position, position and then turn it to the lightly move the steering wheel LOCK position.
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Driving and Operating Turn the power of the dome light or Choose Your Footwear Suitable 3. Check that the battery warning accessories OFF before starting the for Driving light has gone out. The light engine. See Seat Position 0 36, should go off and stay off at Seat Belts 0 41, Steering Wheel normal idle speeds.
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Driving and Operating Before starting the engine sit in the Do not try to shift to P (Park) if Caution driver seat, check that the parking your vehicle is moving. If you brake is firmly engaged, the selector do, you could damage the To reduce the chance of personal lever is in the P or N (P is preferred) transmission.
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Driving and Operating 5. If your engine still will not start Your engine is designed to work The exhaust pipe becomes (or starts but then stops), it with the electronics in your vehicle. extremely hot while the engine is could be flooded with too much If you add electrical parts or idling.
Driving and Operating Stopping the Engine taken to prevent deterioration. See Do not race the engine or quickly your authorized dealer for more accelerate before the engine has When stopping the gasoline engine, detailed information. sufficiently warmed up. Oil would take the following steps: not have adequately reached and Before using a vehicle that has...
Driving and Operating cancelled entirely after the engine remain plugged in. Contact coolant temperature rises above your dealer for the conditions in 65 °C (149 °F). your area. 4. After using the heater, be sure Engine Heater to restore the cord properly, to help keep it away from moving Engine Block Heater engine parts.
Driving and Operating Canceling High Idle Mode 1. Observe the red engine oil pressure warning light. The Any of the following actions will light should go out when the cancel high idle mode. engine is running. If it stays on, The cruise control main switch is shut the engine off and find the set to OFF.
Driving and Operating 5. Look at the brake system Parking over Things Warning (Continued) warning light. It should be out That Burn when the parking brake is exhaust gases, soot, or sparks released and the engine is Keep Flammable Material Away that could escape through running.
Driving and Operating Engine Exhaust Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Engine Exhaust Emissions Parking or idling should be joint, or a hole or crack caused by Caution (Carbon Monoxide) done only in an area where corrosion), have checks and there are no combustible maintenance performed by the Warning materials under the vehicle.
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Driving and Operating Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Set the air selector lever to We recommend that the exhaust for longer periods of time is not the fresh air position. system and cab be inspected by recommended. Entry of carbon a competent technician: monoxide into the cab is possible Set the fan speed control...
Driving and Operating Running the Vehicle Automatic Furthermore, the higher the engine speed, the stronger the creep and While Parked Transmission the greater the vehicle's tendency to move. On an automatic transmission Warning vehicle, the driver does not use a Starting clutch pedal when pulling away, To reduce the chance of personal...
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Driving and Operating Keep the brake pedal firmly Caution (Continued) Warning (Continued) pressed: Immediately after engine Failure to observe this precaution driver's seat, be sure to move the start up. can lead to faulty operation of the selector lever into P and securely electrical system.
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Driving and Operating When pulling away, visually check deep sand or is pushing against a When the vehicle is stopped, do not the position of the selector lever. fixed barrier. Operating the keep pressing the accelerator pedal If you always press the push button transmission at stall condition will with the selector lever in a forward while operating the selector lever,...
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Driving and Operating 2. Start the engine and move the After you feel the vehicle start To Accelerate selector lever into D6/D4 for moving, gradually release the To accelerate when the accelerator forward movement, or R for parking brake lever and start driving pedal is pressed further, kickdown backward movement while the vehicle.
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Driving and Operating Driving Uphill or Downhill Driving conditions Selector lever position Uphill driving: Normal uphill road With the selector lever in D6/D4, Steep uphill, steep slope, mountain if you press down on the accelerator 2 or 1 road with many sharp curves pedal, kickdown (change to a low speed gear) may operate causing Long uphill road...
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Driving and Operating To Stop Your Vehicle To Start After Stopping Warning (Continued) 1. To temporarily stop the vehicle, To start again after stopping your press the brake pedal firmly vehicle, visually check that the When parking on a slope, move while the selector lever is in selector lever is in D6/D4, and the selector lever in the P position...
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Driving and Operating If you cannot move the selector If your vehicle is parked on a Caution (Continued) lever from the P position after downside slope, the operation of starting the engine, perform the the selector lever may become repeatedly, the shift lock system following necessary checks: heavy to move.
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Driving and Operating Actions that Can Lead to a Breakdown with an Automatic Transmission Actions that can lead to a breakdown Breakdown symptoms Stopping the vehicle on an uphill road with the selector lever in a position other than N or P, the accelerator pedal pressed, and the brakes not applied.
Driving and Operating Selector Lever N (Neutral) : Can be used when down a moderate grade. Return the starting the engine, but for safety, selector to the D6 position for Move the selector lever (2) to make get in the habit of starting the normal driving.
Driving and Operating Brakes Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Antilock Brake but the transmission will also be and tire condition (type of tires damaged. You and others could and worn condition), observe safe System (ABS) be seriously injured. driving habits and drive the Wheels may lock causing a skid vehicle while keeping a proper during sudden braking or when...
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Driving and Operating Driving in sand or mud, or on a When ABS is properly operating, ABS Operation Indications and muddy road may adversely affect vibration is felt on the steering Signs the brakes and ABS sensors.Wash wheel and/or a mechanical the vehicle to remove sand and mud operating sound is heard.
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Driving and Operating If the ABS warning light comes Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) on during driving The light does not come on when When tire chains are used. When braking suddenly, do not the engine control switch is pump the brakes (pushing and When driving over road placed into the "ON"...
Driving and Operating load due to acceleration or Parking Brake Warning (Continued) deceleration, thus preventing Parking Brake Lever premature locking of the rear If powerful engine braking is wheels. When parking or stopping your applied on a very slippery icy vehicle, engage the parking brake road, the drive wheels may be Warning...
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Driving and Operating Operation of Parking Brake Warning Warning Although the parking brake Do not use the parking brake indicator light will come on if the while the vehicle is in motion parking brake is engaged while except in an emergency. Applying the engine control switch is in the the parking brake before the ON position, this does not mean...
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Driving and Operating The parking brake indicator light in If you notice the parking brake lever Pull the parking brake lever slowly the instrument panel will come on travel has increased over time, this from the fully released position while when the lever is pulled up.
Driving and Operating Cruise Control The cruise control function allows you to drive the vehicle at a constant speed without operating the accelerator pedal. Use this function when the vehicle speed is above 48 km/h (30 mph). This function should only be used when driving without frequent starts and stops.
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Driving and Operating When Increasing Vehicle Speed When Increasing Vehicle Speed Slightly If the cruise control resume switch is operated and released immediately, the set vehicle speed increases 1.6 km/h (1 MPH) per operation. At the same time the cruise set This operation can be performed 10 indicator light comes on.
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Driving and Operating After the speed is decreased to the When Canceling Cruise Control When the vehicle speed desired vehicle speed, and the decreases more than 20% below switch is released, the speed is set your set speed. at the decreased vehicle speed. When the cruise control main If you want to decrease the speed switch is turned off.
Driving and Operating may have to brake or shift to a lower When the vehicle speed decreases Driver Assistance gear to keep your speed down. Of to 40 km/h (25 MPH) or less, it is Systems course, applying the brake takes not possible to return to the cruise you out of cruise control.
Driving and Operating Fuel tricarbonyl (MMT). It is not Gasoline for Cleaner Air recommended to use gasoline Gasolines with detergent additives Regular unleaded gasoline with a containing MMT. Some gasolines help to prevent deposits from posted octane rating of 87 or higher contain an additive called methyl forming in your engine.
Driving and Operating damaged. All of that means costly Be sure to wipe off the fuel that Warning (Continued) repairs that would not be covered by is spilled at refueling. your warranty. part-way through the procedure. Warning To check on fuel availability, ask an He/she could pick up another auto club, or contact a major oil charge of static electricity by...
Driving and Operating Do not use any fuel tank filler cap Conversions and Do not install any unauthorized that is not a genuine GM part. radio set, or any radio set or Add-Ons antenna that does not comply with The use of an improper fuel tank relevant standards.
Vehicle Care General Information See Battery - North America 0 212 Accessories and and Jump Starting - North America Modifications Your authorized dealer has trained 0 253 and the back cover. technicians and genuine parts to Factory-Approved Accessories service your vehicle properly. For California Perchlorate Your dealer can furnish a wide expert advice and quality service,...
Vehicle Care Vehicle Checks Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Doing Your Own personal injury, or damage to the Performing maintenance work on vehicle or its equipment. If you a truck or chassis can be Service Work have any questions about dangerous. In trying to do some Precautions for Checking and carrying out some service, have jobs, you can be seriously injured.
Vehicle Care chock the wheels. It would be very periodic checks) as required by the Electric Welding dangerous if the vehicle started relevant regulations or in Careless electric welding of vehicle to move. accordance with the Maintenance parts can cause welding current to Schedule (when either the specified When performing work on the flow back through the vehicle s...
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Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) Secure loose articles in the cab. Stop the engine. Close the cab door. Keep the area surrounding the cab clear. You and others could be seriously injured. 3. Unlock the handle (2) while 5. Raise the cab fully and be sure pulling the lever (1).
Vehicle Care Engine Cover Warning Warning Engine Inspection Cover To help avoid personal injury or To help avoid personal injury or (Crew Cab Model) death, keep hands, tools, and death, be sure the tilt cab is clothing clear of the engine securely locked in the lowered cooling fan when the engine is position before operating the...
Vehicle Care Engine Inspection Sub Cover Engine Oil Dipstick Access (Crew Cab Model) Single Cab Model To ensure proper engine performance and long life, careful attention must be paid to engine oil. Following these simple, but important steps will help protect your investment: Use engine oil approved to the proper specification and of the...
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Vehicle Care Crew Cab Model The engine oil dipstick is under the checking a cold engine prior to engine inspection sub cover located starting. Remove the dipstick beneath the passenger's seat. and check the level. If unable to wait two hours, the Checking Engine Oil engine must be off for at least Check the engine oil level regularly,...
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Vehicle Care the level. See Selecting the Right See Engine Compartment Overview Engine Oil later in this section for 0 191 for the location of the engine an explanation of what kind of oil to oil fill cap. use. For engine oil crankcase Add enough oil to put the level capacity, see Capacities and somewhere in the proper operating...
Vehicle Care When selecting an oil of the containing used engine oil. See the Both quality and quantity of fluid are appropriate viscosity grade, it is manufacturer's warnings about the important factors that have a recommended to select an oil of the use and disposal of oil products.
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Vehicle Care Checking the Automatic engine. During 10 minutes, the automatic transmission fluid Transmission Oil level should reach a temperature of This operation could be difficult and approximately 70 - 80 °C you may choose to have this done (158 - 176 °F). During the at your dealer.
Vehicle Care Engine Dipstick HOT Warning Transmission fluid temperature Approx. Be extremely careful not to burn 70 - 80 °C (158 - 176 °F). yourself when checking the oil The COLD range on the level if the engine temperature is dipstick is a guide used by high.
Vehicle Care Be sure to use a genuine air cleaner designed to use engine coolant Warning element. If other air cleaner element rather than plain water. See is used, it may cause the sensor to Recommended Fluids and If your engine cooling system output a wrong signal.
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Vehicle Care It is the owner s responsibility to: Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Maintain the engine cooling system freeze protection at or When removing the radiator cap sources. Engine coolant also above 30 °C ( 22 °F) (at or or engine coolant reserve tank could ignite if it comes in contact below 30 °C ( 22 °F) in colder cap, use a thick cloth to cover the...
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Vehicle Care They will boil at a lower point engine or radiator corrosion, Checking the Engine Coolant than that at which the engine causing engine coolant leaks and Level coolant temperature gauge will other problems. warn of overheating, and they do To dilute the coolant, use distilled not provide proper protection water or deionized water.
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Vehicle Care Also, check to make sure there are no leaks from the radiator or radiator hose. Check for fluid or stains on the ground showing leaks where the vehicle is parked. Contact your dealer if you discover leaks. Using the vehicle when there are leaks can lead to engine seizure.
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Vehicle Care 2. Fill the radiator to the base of If you use the proper quality engine the filler neck (2). coolant, there is no need to add extra inhibitors or additives which Add enough engine coolant claim to improve the system. They to provide the required may be harmful to the proper cooling, freezing and...
Vehicle Care Radiator Pressure Cap If engine power drops and the Warning (Continued) needle on the engine coolant The radiator cap, a 103 kPa (15 psi) temperature gauge goes up above pressure type, must be installed radiator cap while the engine and the upper limit of the safety zone tightly, otherwise engine coolant radiator are still hot.
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Vehicle Care If Steam Is Not Coming from the speed. Bring the engine speed Warning (Continued) Engine Compartment back to normal idle after 2 or 3 minutes. Idle the engine and injury and severe vehicle wait until the engine coolant damage.
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Vehicle Care 4. If no steam or engine coolant started. Make sure the fan Warning can be seen or heard from the blade and pulleys are not engine compartment: broken. Even when the engine has been Tilt the cab or open the If the engine coolant level in stopped, the engine coolant in the engine access cover.
Vehicle Care anything blocking the core. Power Steering Fluid Checking the Power Steering If there is anything attached, Fluid Level The power steering fluid level must clean and remove it. be checked and it must be changed 6. After the inspection, regardless according to the Maintenance of the vehicle condition, please Schedule.
Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) Do not mix the recommended power steering fluid with fluids of other brands. Due to chemical reactions, any mixture of differently branded fluids may cause failure of the system. You and others could be seriously injured. For crew cab vehicles, open The fluid level is correct if it is Washer Fluid...
Vehicle Care Use a high quality premixed solvent Refilling Windshield Washer Follow the instructions provided with available at most dealers or service the windshield washer fluid Fluid stations. regarding the ratio for mixing with tap water. Avoid hard water when mixing windshield washer solvents.
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Vehicle Care Follow the recommendations for Brake Pedal brake checks in the Maintenance Stroke Schedule. GM replacement brake lining material is recommended for this vehicle to maintain the balance between front and rear brake performance. GM replacement brake parts have been carefully selected to provide the proper brake balance for purposes of both stopping distance and controllability...
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Vehicle Care remove all such adhering matter. Disc Brakes and Drum Brakes Clearance between the brake If cleaning alone does not pedal and the brake pedal bracket If the brake pads and shoe linings eliminate the squeaking sound, with a pressure of 294 N (66 lbs) wear out beyond their usable limit, have your vehicle inspected at applied to the brake pedal...
Vehicle Care Check that the fluid level in the Use the recommended brake fluid Caution (Continued) reservoir is between the "MAX" and when adding brake fluid. "ADD" lines. Never mix the specified brake fluid indicator can be heard, contact If the fluid surface cannot easily be with fluids of another brand.
Vehicle Care Battery - North America Checking the Battery Danger Your new vehicle is equipped with a Working Near Battery maintenance-free battery. They Follow the precautions listed in need no periodic electrolyte level the jump starting Danger (see maintenance. The top of the battery "When the Battery is Discharged") is permanently sealed (except for a when working on or near the...
Vehicle Care Rear Axle (Gear Oil Viscosity Chart) Warning Gear Oil Viscosity Chart WARNING: Battery posts, Select appropriate gear oil in accordance with the table below. It is important terminals, and related to select the viscosity appropriate for the temperature at which your vehicle accessories contain lead and lead operates.
Vehicle Care Rear Axle (Oil Level Checking the Oil Level 2. Check that the oil level (1) is up to the lower edge of the oil Check) level plug hole (2). If the oil level is too low, add oil through Rear Axle Differential Gear Oil the oil level plug hole.
Vehicle Care These standards apply only to Insulation: Automatic Transmission vehicles sold in the United States. Shift Lock Control Removal of the noise shields or any undercab insulation. Tampering with Noise Control Function Check System Prohibited Engine: When the Selector Lever Federal law prohibits the following Removal or rendering engine speed Cannot be Moved From the "P"...
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Vehicle Care 2. Remove the cup holder (1) by Caution (Continued) removing the three Torx bolts (2). repeatedly, the shift lock system may have a failure. Have the vehicle inspected at your dealer. When performing the below operations, make sure the parking brake is securely engaged.
Vehicle Care Wiper Blade Replacement 1. Pull the wiper arm up to the Installation vertical position. 2. While pressing the wiper-blade Caution hook toward the arm, slide the Allowing the wiper arm to touch blade downward toward the the windshield when no wiper base of the arm.
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Vehicle Care Replacement of Wiper Rubber Installation Insert Removal 2. With the blade and arm oriented in the same direction, push up the blade until it locks 1. Insert a new wiper rubber into place on the arm. insert into the wiper blade. Whenever a wiper blade has been 1.
Vehicle Care Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement Bulbs 1. Check each bulb for blowout. 2. If a bulb has blown out, replace it. Always place the engine control switch in the LOCK position and place all the other switches in the OFF position before replacing the blown bulbs.
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Vehicle Care Bulb Wattage When one bulb of a pair of lamps, outside of the lamps can sometimes such as a headlamp blows out, the cause the water condensation other bulb is approaching the end of inside the lens. This is not abnormal Warning its useful life.
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Vehicle Care Bulb Wattage Position Lights Bulb Wattage (12V) Qty. Front Headlight Highbeam/Lowbeam 60/55W Front Turn Signal Lamp 27W (Amber) Parking Lamp Cornering Lamp Side Turn Signal Lamp 5W (Amber) Sidemarker Lamp 5W (Amber) Rear Taillamp and Stoplamp 8/27W Turn Signal Lamp Back-Up Lamp License Plate Lamp 7.5W...
Vehicle Care Headlamps and Front Turn Signal Replacing the Headlamps When the bulb has blown out, replace it with a bulb of the specified wattage. Be careful not to excessively tighten the mounting screws when replacing the headlamp bulbs. Do not replace a bulb with other than the specified wattage.
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Vehicle Care 4. Disconnect the connector (1) for the turn signal lamp from the socket (2) and then remove the lamp. 5. Remove the headlamp. Remove the headlamp connectors and parking lamp connectors, followed by removing the headlamp assembly. 3. Tilt the turn signal lamp unit 7.
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Vehicle Care assembly, and the bulb are securely installed without any raised section. If the rubber boot is not firmly in place, water could get inside the headlamp and lead to a breakdown. Replacing Parking Lamps 1. Refer to Replacing the Headlamps and remove the headlamp assembly.
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Vehicle Care Replacing a Front Turn Signal Lamp 3. To install the lamps, perform 2. Disconnect the connector for the same sequence of the turn signal light and then operations in reverse, taking remove the socket. care to turn the connector Do not replace a bulb with other clockwise to lock it securely.
Vehicle Care 3. Pull the bulb from the socket 2. Remove the bulb (3) from the and replace it with a new one. socket (4) and replace it with a new one. 4. To install the lamps, perform the same sequence of 3.
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Vehicle Care 2. Slide the cornering lamp (3) 4. Loosen the socket by turning it and the side turn signal lamp counterclockwise. forward relative to the vehicle. Disconnect the clip (1) on the lamp s rear side from the door panel (2) and pull out the lamp.
Vehicle Care Taillamps, Turn Signal, License Plate Lamp Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps D. Open the front door, tighten the nut from the inside of the door, and install the 1. Bulb rubber cap. 2. Lens 3. Screw 1. Turn Signal Lamp 4.
Vehicle Care Interior Lamps Electrical System Fuses : In case of an electrical overload, the fuse will blow and stop the flow of current in the circuit Electrical System before electrical components Overload become damaged. The cause of the circuit overload Electrical System must be identified and corrected Following the after-delivery service,...
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Vehicle Care The Location of Fuses and Relays If you should spill water or a beverage on the cover, wipe it off before opening the cover. The area around the cover may get warm when the vehicle is being driven, but this is not abnormal. Replacing Fuses 1.
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Vehicle Care Replacing Relays Warning Before replacing the relays, contact the nearest dealer. Always use fuses specified for the vehicle. Using fuses with a rating The vehicle may not be equipped other than that specified, or using with all of the fuses, relays, and wire or tin foil, etc., could result in features shown.
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Vehicle Care Fuse and Relay Location Cab Interior Fuses Usage Rating Power window, rr Room lamp, audio Door lock Trailer brake P / Window Wiper H / Lamp low (lh) Lamps (batt) H / Lamp low (rh) Brake lamps Starter H / Lamp high (lh)
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Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Rating Fuses Usage Rating Fuses Usage Rating H / Lamp Horn Cigar high (rh) Turn, hazard Acessories Mirror heater socket Tail lamps Ignition 2 Power source Illuminations Ignition 1 Cornering lamps 10A Air conditioner Meter ECU (batt) Mirror Audio, acc...
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Vehicle Care Relays Usage Key on Parking / Neutral Wiper main Horn Wiper high low Trailer brake / Rear power window / Charge (eng run) Power window Head lamp low Vacuum pump Head lamp high Tail lamp Cigar lighter Cornering lamp Power ACC Relays Usage...
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Vehicle Care Fuse and Relay Location Cab Exterior Fuses Usage Rating Marker light Tail main PCM 1 PCM 2 PCM 3 Power source Condenser fan A/C Compressor 10A Relays Usage Starter A/C Compressor Condenser fan Fuel pump Dme lamp, rr Marker lamp PCM main...
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Vehicle Care Inspection Relays Usage Warning Always use fuses specified by the Fuel heater dealer when replacing the slow-blow fuse. Using fuses with When Slow-blow Fuses Blow Out a rating other than that specified, or using wire or tin foil, etc., could result in fire or damage.
Vehicle Care The relay box structure makes it Wheels and Tires rims, refer to the Tire and Rim difficult for water to enter. If you Association Inc. Yearbook, or your The operating load and cold inflation should spill water or a beverage of authorized dealer or tire dealer.
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Vehicle Care See Tire Load and Inflation Table tire is found to be low frequently, Dual Tire Operation under Tire Pressure 0 249. have your dealer correct the cause. The outer tire of a pair on dual In no case should the front or rear Be sure to install the tire inflation wheel installations generally wears tire load exceed the maximum...
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Vehicle Care Wheel and Tire Balancing Tire Traction Replace tires when front tread depth is 3.2 mm (4/32 in.) and Proper tire balancing provides the A decrease in driving, cornering and rear tread depth is 1.6 mm best riding comfort and helps to braking traction occurs when water, (2/32 in.).
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Vehicle Care You should replace your tires when: When replacing tires, you should When replacing or rotating tires, all use the same size, load range and tires on an axle should be of the Your tires are worn to a point construction type (bias or radial) as same tread design and should have where 3.2 mm (4/32 in.) (front)
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Vehicle Care Recommended replacement tire for Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions Tire size Tire maker Tire name Rolling Resistance LT215/85R16E THE YOKOHAMA RUBBER CO., LTD. TY213A MC2 LRRA 225/70R19.5F THE YOKOHAMA RUBBER CO., LTD. TY213A MC2 LRRA 225/70R19.5G CONTINENTAL CORPORATION LRRA If the original equipment tires are Wheel Replacement A wheel of the wrong size or type...
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Vehicle Care Checking Tires Use an appropriate tire air pressure Warning gauge when measuring the air Air Pressure pressure of a tire. Tire air pressure Consult your dealer before should be measured when the tire is replacing wheels. Never use cold, or before the vehicle is driven.
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Vehicle Care Tire size Tire air pressure kPa (psi) LT215/85R16E 480 (70) 225/70R19.5F 590 (85) 225/70R19.5G 590 (85) See Vehicle Certification and There should not be a difference Warning (Continued) Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions tires on a dual-tire wheel. Plate under Vehicle Identification It is not easy to visually identify an Under such conditions, the bolts Number (VIN) 0 292.
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Vehicle Care Cracks and Other Damage When checking tires, pay special attention to: low air pressure; pebbles or nails in tread grooves; cracks or other damage on tire surfaces; uneven wear; and pebbles lodged in the gap between tires of dual-wheel tires.
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Vehicle Care Use of Low Aspect Ratio Tires Damaged Tires Warning Danger Tires with excessively shallow tread grooves will increase the It is dangerous to mount the chance of skidding and, when wrong size tire on a wheel. If you driving at high speeds, do so, the tire/wheel can explode hydroplaning.
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Vehicle Care Danger (Continued) Danger (Continued) Danger (Continued) If the tire looks as if it may start moving when the Note that taking off and be underinflated, stand to engine power is transmitted mounting tires on wheels the side and check whether to the rear axle even when requires proper tools, safety the wheel assembly...
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Vehicle Care Wheel Nut Torque When the vehicle, wheel or Danger (Continued) fasteners are new, have a technician tighten wheel stud nuts Warning Tire mounting or repair can and rim clamp nuts with a torque result in serious personal wrench at 1 040 km (650 mi). This is Never use oil or grease on studs injury or death, if not necessary because the clamping...
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Vehicle Care Wheel Tightening Sequence Warning Some studs and nuts have left-hand threads. Those studs are marked on To help reduce the risk of losing their ends with the letter "L". vehicle control and personal injury or death, if any stud has Install valve stems of dual wheels been damaged as a result of a 180 degrees opposite each other.
Vehicle Care Tire Pressure Tire Load and Inflation Table Tire Load and Inflation Table TIRES FOR VEHICLES IN HIGHWAY SERVICE TIRE LOAD LIMITS AT VARIOUS COLD INFLATION PRESSURES Tire Size Designation Cold Inflation Pressure (psi) LT215/85R16E Dual (lbs) 2470 Single 2680 225/70R19.5F Dual...
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Vehicle Care Tires at different locations wear Warning (Continued) differently. For uniform tire wear and longer tire life, you should rotate the and rear axles; otherwise, the tires on your vehicle regularly. Make tires may get loaded beyond their sure to use tires of the same type limits.
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Vehicle Care Retightening Wheel Nuts Single Tire Retightening of nuts on left rear dual-tire wheel Check the wheel nuts to confirm that they are tightened to the Dual Tire specified torque by using a torque wrench. Use the following method to check for loose wheel nuts.
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Vehicle Care Fully engage the wheel wrench on a wheel nut to be able to tighten the nut to the specified torque. However, do not use a pipe as a handle extension or your foot to apply force on the wrench. This could tighten the nut more than necessary and damage the components.
Vehicle Care If a Tire Goes Flat Jump Starting Danger (Continued) When the tire goes flat while driving, Jump Starting - North at least 5 minutes. Following this, ease off the accelerator pedal, avoid you should seek medical hard braking, hold on to the steering America assistance.
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Vehicle Care Danger (Continued) Danger (Continued) Warning (Continued) Batteries produce explosive Dilute sulfuric acid is used as the Never tow the vehicle to start gases, contain corrosive acid, battery fluid. Special care must be because a surge forward when and supply levels of electrical taken to ensure that this fluid the engine starts could cause a current high enough to cause...
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Vehicle Care the booster cables to be used 4. Unlatch the latches (1) and Warning (Continued) do not have loose or missing remove the battery cover (2) insulation. and connect the jumper cables Do not disconnect a battery in the numbered sequence in 3.
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Vehicle Care 5. After connecting the cables, start the engine of the vehicle with the booster battery. 6. Slightly rev up the engine of the vehicle with the booster battery and start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 7. If the engine in the disabled vehicle starts, remove the jumper cables in the reverse sequence as they were...
Vehicle Care Towing the Vehicle Front End Towing (Front Wheels Ensure towing chains do not come Off Ground) into contact with the horns or the Consult your dealer or a bumper. (If towing chains contact To prepare a disabled vehicle for professional towing service if the the bumper, then remove the front end towing with front wheels...
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Vehicle Care Front End Towing (All Wheels On To prepare a disabled vehicle for After Towing the Ground) front end towing with all wheels on After towing the vehicle, block the the ground, the following steps are Your vehicle may be towed on all rear wheels and install axle shafts necessary: wheels provided the steering is...
Vehicle Care 3. No vehicle should ever be Appearance Care conditions such as high-pressure towed over 88 km/h (55 mph). car washers may cause water to enter inside the vehicle. If the 4. Loose or protruding parts of Exterior Care vehicle is operated with foreign damaged vehicles should be material adhering to the exterior,...
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Vehicle Care To wash the vehicle: electronic control units and electrical Warning (Continued) components, or in rusting of the cab 1. Fully turn on the tap, and wash floor. Do not apply water from a out the undercarriage and volatile cleaning solvents, such as high-pressure washer nozzle suspension.
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Vehicle Care this precaution can lead to heat Vehicle Storage Polishing and Waxing deformation and breakage of plastic In order to maintain your vehicle's Periodic polishing and waxing is components, or to water leaks into attractive appearance as long as recommended to remove built-up the cab.
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Vehicle Care The application of wax to rubber Weatherstrip Lubrication the windshield washer, or if the component surfaces can result in wiper blade chatters when running, All weatherstrips should be permanent whitening. wax or other material may be on the periodically lubricated (minimum of blade or windshield.
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Vehicle Care External Engine Cleaning Handling the Radiator Cooling efficiency is compromised when there is dirt or dust plugging The engine does not need periodic Cleaning the Radiator Core air passages in the radiator core (1). cleaning, nor is it recommended. This can also cause corrosion of the If you insist on cleaning the engine, cores (3).
Vehicle Care after the radiator core has been Foreign Material Deposits Underbody Maintenance cleaned, have the vehicle inspected Calcium chloride and other salts, Corrosive materials used for ice and and serviced. ice-melting agents, road oil and tar, snow removal, and dust control can tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals Corrosion Protection collect on the underbody.
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Vehicle Care cleaner, and gently wipe surfaces Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) clean using a cloth wet with warm or cold water. life-threatening injuries could use carbon tetrachloride, result. When cleaning, use warm gasoline, benzene or naphtha for Warning water in which a small amount of any cleaning purpose.
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Vehicle Care Air fresheners (liquid, solid, gel, spots, spot rings, or setting of stains Follow specific instructions on or plate types) must not come into or soilage all of which are more cleaner labels. direct contact with, or spill onto, difficult to remove in a second General Cleaning of Soiled or interior components such as the air...
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Vehicle Care suede, raise nap with a dry scrub feathering towards the center. Carefully scrape off excess brush and vacuum to remove any Keep changing to a clean stain; then use solvent type final traces of residue. section of cloth. cleaner.
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Vehicle Care Finally, if needed, clean lightly off as quickly as possible and with Fabric Cleaner the area cleaned with a clean (Solvent type). cloth dampened with solvent type vinyl leather cleaner. Combination Stains Includes candy, ice cream, mayonnaise, chili Fabric Seat Covering and sauce, and unknown stains.
Service and Maintenance Service and Maintenance vehicle with peace of mind. They also extend the vehicle's Schedule Maintenance service life. For safe and economical driving, we Caution recommend that you have your Maintenance Schedule vehicle inspected and serviced Damage caused by improper Maintenance Schedule .
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Service and Maintenance training of dealer technicians The schedule includes general Unusual operating conditions, such throughout the country and is maintenance which you or a as driving in dusty areas (sweeper, supported with a continuous qualified technician should perform agricultural or off-road vehicles), follow-up of publications and other periodically.
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Service and Maintenance Severe Driving Conditions Preventive Maintenance If vehicle application, operation and preventive maintenance schedules A vehicle operated under severe As any mechanical device operates, and procedures are followed and conditions (see list below) requires a certain amount of wear occurs. properly carried out, the life of the more frequent maintenance.
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Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Table Letters Used to Indicate Maintenance Service Types I : Inspect then clean, repair or replace as necessary R : Replace T : Tighten to the specified torque L : Lubricate Service intervals months or kilometers (miles) whichever...
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Service and Maintenance Service intervals months or kilometers (miles) whichever occurs No. Service Interval first (1) Every 60 000 km (37,500 mi): I Engine Accessory Drive Belt(s) (2) Every 160 000 km (100,000 mi): R Evaporative Control System (2) (6) Shields and Underhood Insulation (5) Air Intake System (5) Thermostatically Controlled Engine...
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Service and Maintenance Service intervals months or kilometers (miles) whichever occurs No. Service Interval first (1) Steering Wheel Free Play (3) Every 10 400 km (6,500 mi): I Steering Gear Box Torque or every 12 months Driveshaft Flange Torque or every 12 months Leaf spring U-bolt torque (3) Wheel Nut Torque (3) King Pins...
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Service and Maintenance Remarks 1. ENGINE OIL : Change at 3. COOLING SYSTEM SERVICE : intervals noted below depending At 24 months or 48 000 km (1) In case this column is blank, upon driving conditions. (30,000 miles) intervals, wash follow kilometers (miles).
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Service and Maintenance 6. POSITIVE CRANKCASE 11. EVAPORATIVE CONTROL rotated by hand on fluid coupling or VENTILATION (PCV) SYSTEM : SYSTEM (ECS) : Visually check all viscous drives. Replace as Check that PCV system works fuel and vapor lines and hoses for necessary.
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Service and Maintenance You must check the fluid level with cricket-like warning sound when the the engine running at slow idle and brake pads are worn to the point the truck must be on a level surface. where new pads are needed. If you have driven for a prolonged When the truck is in motion, the period of time or in city traffic in hot...
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Service and Maintenance 19. BRAKE ELECTRIC VACUUM 4. If you cannot hear the noisy within 0 to 10 mm (0 to 0.4 inch) of PUMP (4500 Model) : Inspect the sound of the electric vacuum pump, the bottom edge of the filler hole if brake electric vacuum pump check the electrical wiring and necessary.
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Service and Maintenance 27. DRIVESHAFT FLANGE 29. WHEEL NUT TORQUE : Check 32. WHEEL HUB BEARING TORQUE : Check the fixing bolts of tires for excessive or abnormal GREASE : Clean and repack front driveshaft flange for looseness or wear, or damage. Also check tire wheel bearings at every brake damage first 12 000 km inflation pressures and adjust.
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Service and Maintenance Owner Checks and seat belt. The passengers are also Checking Condition of the Engine required to buckle up the seat belts. at Low Speeds and during Services Acceleration Adjust the positions of the steering wheel and mirrors. Lock the doors. 1.
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Service and Maintenance For safe and comfortable driving, 3. Checks performed from the 4. Checks performed during a keep record of the distances driven driver's seat walk around the vehicle and the condition of the vehicle Brake fluid level Illumination, flashing, during operation.
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Service and Maintenance Inspect the exhaust system, Electrical System Warning (Continued) checking that the tailpipe is Following the after-delivery service, clear it is the owner's responsibility to Do not use the dashboard pocket 7. Checks performed while driving check all wiring periodically for or the top of the dashboard as a the vehicle cracked, chafed or oil-soaked...
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Service and Maintenance Lubrication One of the most important items of good vehicle care is the lubrication of all necessary points with the Right Lubricant, at the Right Time and in the Right Way. It is the owner's responsibility to maintain proper lubrication practices as recommended in the following pages.
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Service and Maintenance Driveshaft splines (4500) Driveshaft universal joint (Single-piece shaft) King pins (left and right) Center bearing (4500) Driveshaft universal joint (Two-piece shaft) Driveshaft splines and center Single-piece driveshaft: 2 points; bearing (3500) Two-piece driveshaft: 3 points Each driveshaft universal joint must be greased heavily until grease oozes at the 4 needle bearing oil seal locations.
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Service and Maintenance Lubrication Chart...
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Service and Maintenance Additional At the minimum, these routine B: Starter Safety Switch : Check checks should be made every by trying to start the engine in each Maintenance and Care 6 months or every 9,600 km gear. The starter should crank only (6,000 miles) whichever comes first.
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Service and Maintenance Check the pressure more often if G: Exhaust System : Be alert for L: Lap-Shoulder Belts : Check the daily checks show it's needed. any changes in the sound of the seat belt system (including webbing, (Refer to "Recommended Daily exhaust system or any smell of buckles, latch plates and anchors) (Pre-operation) Inspections"...
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Service and Maintenance O: Glass, Mirrors, Lights and/or R: Fluid Leaks : Check for fuel, Take care to clean well any areas Reflectors Condition : Look for water, oil or other fluid leaks by where mud and other debris can broken, scratched, dirty or damaged looking at the surface beneath the collect.
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Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Automatic Transmission DEXRON-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Battery Terminals Petroleum Jelly (outer surfaces) Brake Fluid DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No.
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Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Rear Axle Multi purpose gear oil SAE80W-90 GL-5, SAE90 GL-5 Rear Axle Multi purpose gear oil SAE80W-90 GL-5, SAE90 GL-5 for limited slip (Limited slip differential (LSD)) differential together with limited slip differential lubricant additive (GM Part No.
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Service and Maintenance Part GM Part Number Engine Air Cleaner 97062294 Engine Oil Filter 89017524 Replacement Fasteners Warning During vehicle maintenance, any fasteners used to replace older This vehicle is primarily ones must have the same dimensioned in the metric system. measurements and strength as Most fasteners are metric and those removed, whether metric or...
Technical Data Technical Data Vehicle Identification VIN and Weight Rating Plate Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification The VIN and engine number are Number (VIN) ....292 necessary for registering your Vehicle Data vehicle.
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Technical Data The "Vehicle Certification and The VIN is a legal identifier of your Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions vehicle. It not only appears on the Plate" shows the manufacturer's VIN plate; but also on the vehicle gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), certificates of title and registration.
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B: 10001-14000 lbs. hydraulic brake system C: 14001-16000 lbs. hydraulic brake system Series Code 4: GM Chevrolet 3500/4500 Cab Type Code W: Steel tilt single cab, 71 inch bumper to back of cab (BBC) J: Non-tilt crew cab, 110 inch bumper to back of cab (BBC)
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Technical Data Section Description Model Year Code K: 2019 Plant Code S: Spartan Model Code 8: 3500/4500 Sequence Numbers Interpretation of the VIN may differ Engine Number depending on the vehicle. For further details, please ask your dealer. Right Side Front Left Side Rear...
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Technical Data The engine number is located on You will be able to use these codes the left side rear part of the engine to identify the model or type of block and the right side front part of engine, transmission, rear axle or the oil pan.
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Technical Data Option Component Codes Engine: V8 Gasoline Engine Transmission: Automatic transmission 6L90 model Rear Axle: Heavy-duty 292mm Other Components: 65 MPH (105 km/h) Speed limiting There are more option codes than Vehicle Data locate such items. For more those indicated above. Depending information, see the Service Manual on the vehicle, an option code may covering the chassis or body part in...
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Technical Data Engine Specifications Description Water-cooled, overhead valve, engine Manufacturer GMPT Model Vortec L96 Engine type V8, Four Cycle Induction Mass Air Bore 101.6 mm Stroke 92 mm Displacement 6.000 L (364 CID) Full load RPM 4,300 r/min Compression ratio 9.67 to 1 Firing order 1-8-7-2-6-5-4-3...
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Technical Data Transmission Specifications Model 6L90 Six-speed automatic transmission (overdrive gear for 5th and 6th), lock-up clutch for 2nd to 6th Gear ratio 1st 4.027 to 1 2nd 2.364 to 1 3rd 1.532 to 1 4th 1.152 to 1 5th 0.852 to 1 6th 0.667 to 1 Reverse 3.064 to 1...
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Technical Data Engine Cooling System Service Capacity 15.0 L (15.9 qt) Engine oil Thermostat: 85.5-87.5 °C (185.9-189.5 °F) Starts to open Radiator pressure 103 kPa (15 psi) Transmission Service Model 6L90 Transmission oil capacity 12.2 L (25.7 qt) Rear Axle Service Differential gear oil 9.0 L (19.0 qt) capacity...
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Technical Data Wheel Wheel alignment Toe-in -2 to 2 mm (-0.08 to 0.08 in) Camber 0°15 Caster LH 2°50 , RH 3°40 King pin 12° Wheel hub bearing grease capacity 0.11 kg (0.24 lb) Wheel stud nut torque : Front and rear (50 kgf m/362 lb ft) Disc Brakes Model...
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Technical Data Service Brakes Brake pedal free play Refer to Brakes 0 208. Clearance between the brake pedal and the brake pedal bracket (applied to the brake pedal) Parking Brake Lever effective stroke 6 - 8 notches (Under pull force of approx. 147 N (15 kg/33 lb) Electrical System Battery type [BCI size] 31 T (180 - 750) x 1...
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Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing Name Fan Belt and Air Conditioning Fan belt idler pulley Compressor Belt Generator See the Maintenance Schedule Vacuum pulley 0 269. Power steering pump pulley Cooling fan pulley Crank pulley A/C belt A/C compressor Fan belt Fan belt tensioner...
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OnStar account information (if Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text equipped). Telephone (TTY) users, call Odometer reading, Vehicle 1-800-833-9935. Identification Number (VIN), and : Chat with online help delivery date of the vehicle. representatives. Description of the problem. See my.chevrolet.com to register your vehicle.
Off-road use is not General Motors North America and when the vehicle is stuck in the covered. Chevrolet reserve the right to make sand, mud, or snow. any changes or discontinue the Scheduling Service Flat Tire Change: Service to...
Customer Information safety related. If it is, please call appearance, durability, and safety collisions. Aftermarket parts are not your dealership, let them know this, are preserved. The use of Genuine covered by the GM New Vehicle and ask for instructions. GM parts can help maintain the GM Limited Warranty, and any vehicle New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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Customer Information aftermarket collision parts. Some puts you in danger, or you are Choose a reputable repair facility insurance companies will not instructed to move it by a police that uses quality replacement parts. specify aftermarket collision parts. officer. See Collision Parts earlier in this When purchasing insurance, we section.
Customer Information obligated to have the vehicle Owner Information Current and Past Models repaired with Genuine GM parts, Owner publications are written Service and Owner publications are even if your insurance coverage specifically for owners and intended available for many current and past does not pay the full cost.
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