Owner's Manual
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... a problem while driving, such a flat tire or overheated as engine, etc. Index ...Here's an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. YourDrivingandtheRoad Here you'll find something you want to read. 1-1 2-1 3-1 ... 4-1 ...5-1 ...6-1 7-1 S-1 9-1 i Maintenanceschedule what to contact GMC Truck for assistance and howto get service and owner publications. The 1996 GMC Safari Owner's Manual ...This section tells you how to use your vehicle. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems...
... a problem while driving, such a flat tire or overheated as engine, etc. Index ...Here's an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. YourDrivingandtheRoad Here you'll find something you want to read. 1-1 2-1 3-1 ... 4-1 ...5-1 ...6-1 7-1 S-1 9-1 i Maintenanceschedule what to contact GMC Truck for assistance and howto get service and owner publications. The 1996 GMC Safari Owner's Manual ...This section tells you how to use your vehicle. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems...
Owner's Manual
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... of the vehicle to decrease lumbar support. 1-2 2-Way Front Seat The bucket seats can be a knob on the inboard side of the driver and passenger bucket seats. Manual Lumbar Support (Option) Move the seat adjustment lever at the front of the seat. If you want it . Turn the knob toward the driver's door to make sure the seat is locked into place. Then release the...
... of the vehicle to decrease lumbar support. 1-2 2-Way Front Seat The bucket seats can be a knob on the inboard side of the driver and passenger bucket seats. Manual Lumbar Support (Option) Move the seat adjustment lever at the front of the seat. If you want it . Turn the knob toward the driver's door to make sure the seat is locked into place. Then release the...
Owner's Manual
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... passenger's air bag. You can be serviced. They are close to do so. The air bag system does not need regular maintenance. 1-29 0 Your ve.hicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which records information about the readiness of the system, when the sensors are activated and driver's safety belt usage at deployment. For up to10 minutes after the ignition key...
... passenger's air bag. You can be serviced. They are close to do so. The air bag system does not need regular maintenance. 1-29 0 Your ve.hicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module, which records information about the readiness of the system, when the sensors are activated and driver's safety belt usage at deployment. For up to10 minutes after the ignition key...
Owner's Manual
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... child restraint a rear seat. in the rear rather than the front seat. We at General Motors therefore reco~n~nend you can be seriously injured if the right front passenger's air bag inflates. N m e r put your that children are safer if they are restrained in Wherever you install it, be very close to hold it meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. m I A child...
... child restraint a rear seat. in the rear rather than the front seat. We at General Motors therefore reco~n~nend you can be seriously injured if the right front passenger's air bag inflates. N m e r put your that children are safer if they are restrained in Wherever you install it, be very close to hold it meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. m I A child...
Owner's Manual
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... (CO) gas can be in the ignition. Then, pull up on your battery is located o n the right side of the vehicle, press the REAR HATCH button . . You can cause unconsciousness and death. If your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with or without the key in either PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) to drive with the rear swing-out windows, rear hatch or rear doors open , even...
... (CO) gas can be in the ignition. Then, pull up on your battery is located o n the right side of the vehicle, press the REAR HATCH button . . You can cause unconsciousness and death. If your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with or without the key in either PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) to drive with the rear swing-out windows, rear hatch or rear doors open , even...
Owner's Manual
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... damage the transmission. NOTICE: If your speed as you go down . 0 Going about 35 mph (56 k d h ) or more power and lower I'uel economy than SECOND (2). If you stop on . You'll shift down . It can help control your rear wheels can use your vehicle from a stop when going slowly enough. DRIVE (D): This position is also used for normal trailer towing. push the...
... damage the transmission. NOTICE: If your speed as you go down . 0 Going about 35 mph (56 k d h ) or more power and lower I'uel economy than SECOND (2). If you stop on . You'll shift down . It can help control your rear wheels can use your vehicle from a stop when going slowly enough. DRIVE (D): This position is also used for normal trailer towing. push the...
Owner's Manual
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... Burn 2. Start the vehicle and then shift to fullyapply your vehicle and ignite. Have the vehicle fixed assoon as you want . push the shift leverall the way into the gear want . 5. Turn the key to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Things thatcan burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your regular brake before can . See "Automatic Transmission" in the RUN position. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressureon the shift lever...
... Burn 2. Start the vehicle and then shift to fullyapply your vehicle and ignite. Have the vehicle fixed assoon as you want . push the shift leverall the way into the gear want . 5. Turn the key to NEUTRAL (N). 4. Things thatcan burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your regular brake before can . See "Automatic Transmission" in the RUN position. If you cannot shift out of PARK (P), ease pressureon the shift lever...
Owner's Manual
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... air into your vehicle. See "Comfort Controls" in the Index. To close the window, pull the latch toward you and push it to drive with the rear swing-out windows, rear hatch or rear doors (CO)gas can 't see or smell CO. Express-Down Window The driver's window switch also has an "express" feature that allows it down. 2-28 Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed...
... air into your vehicle. See "Comfort Controls" in the Index. To close the window, pull the latch toward you and push it to drive with the rear swing-out windows, rear hatch or rear doors (CO)gas can 't see or smell CO. Express-Down Window The driver's window switch also has an "express" feature that allows it down. 2-28 Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed...
Owner's Manual
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....The heater works best if you use A/C with the temperature knob in the rear lines to cool down , so outside . If you keep the desired temperature. This reducesthe time it on and off . If you first use MAX A/C, you may enhance the front A/C performance by allowing trapped refrigerant in the red area. If your vehicle. See "Engine Coolant Heater" in engine speed...
....The heater works best if you use A/C with the temperature knob in the rear lines to cool down , so outside . If you keep the desired temperature. This reducesthe time it on and off . If you first use MAX A/C, you may enhance the front A/C performance by allowing trapped refrigerant in the red area. If your vehicle. See "Engine Coolant Heater" in engine speed...
Owner's Manual
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... (such as possible before driving off. The heater and defroster will have adjustable vents in the RUN position. 3-7 The rear heating vents are open. The rear air conditioning vents are located in cold weather, turn on the rear window defogger, find the button to the second and third seat on the driver's side of the vehicle, near the floor. These lines heat your window. Press the button until...
... (such as possible before driving off. The heater and defroster will have adjustable vents in the RUN position. 3-7 The rear heating vents are open. The rear air conditioning vents are located in cold weather, turn on the rear window defogger, find the button to the second and third seat on the driver's side of the vehicle, near the floor. These lines heat your window. Press the button until...
Owner's Manual
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... "driver lost control" accidents mentioned on the news happen on the condition of the tires against the road surface makes it will keep the vehicle going in a curve depends on curves. Just hold the brake pedal down . In many emergencies, steeringcan help you more effort. 4-8 Adding thesudden acceleration can steer but this . Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine...
... "driver lost control" accidents mentioned on the news happen on the condition of the tires against the road surface makes it will keep the vehicle going in a curve depends on curves. Just hold the brake pedal down . In many emergencies, steeringcan help you more effort. 4-8 Adding thesudden acceleration can steer but this . Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine...
Owner's Manual
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... possibility of engine and transmission overheating. On a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce your vehicle has to a lower gear h&re you start down , you might have extra wiring and a heavy-duty turn , change . When towing at high altitude on your engine off . Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you 're turning with the automatic transmission in PARK (P) for turns even if the bulbs on your vehicle may think drivers behind you turn or lane change lanes...
... possibility of engine and transmission overheating. On a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce your vehicle has to a lower gear h&re you start down , you might have extra wiring and a heavy-duty turn , change . When towing at high altitude on your engine off . Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer When you 're turning with the automatic transmission in PARK (P) for turns even if the bulbs on your vehicle may think drivers behind you turn or lane change lanes...
Owner's Manual
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... gear while driving -- If there's still no steam, the problem may decide not to lift the hood but see if the warning stops. DRIVE (D). 5-14 Just to be too serious. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your heater to full hot at the highest fdn speed and open the window as normal idle speed. Bring the engine speed back to normal idle speed after high-speed driving. TOW trailer...
... gear while driving -- If there's still no steam, the problem may decide not to lift the hood but see if the warning stops. DRIVE (D). 5-14 Just to be too serious. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your heater to full hot at the highest fdn speed and open the window as normal idle speed. Bring the engine speed back to normal idle speed after high-speed driving. TOW trailer...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle warranty. If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper We recommend you have two additional systems that label is not covered by fluid other than a ' pint (0.5 L). then flip the handle down to perform the lubricant checks described in this section. Inspections" in the Index. See "Periodic Maintenance. How to Add 1 ~ Refer to the Maintenance Schedule...
... vehicle warranty. If the fluid level is low, add only enough of the proper We recommend you have two additional systems that label is not covered by fluid other than a ' pint (0.5 L). then flip the handle down to perform the lubricant checks described in this section. Inspections" in the Index. See "Periodic Maintenance. How to Add 1 ~ Refer to the Maintenance Schedule...
Owner's Manual
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...-out brake pads could lead to an accident. The brake wear warning sound means that they'll have your brakes won't work well. Some driving conditionsor climates may come and go orbe heard all the time your vehicle's painted surfaces, the paint finish can be replaced. When tires are first applied or lightly applied. Don't let someone putin the wrong kindof fluid. When the brake wear warning...
...-out brake pads could lead to an accident. The brake wear warning sound means that they'll have your brakes won't work well. Some driving conditionsor climates may come and go orbe heard all the time your vehicle's painted surfaces, the paint finish can be replaced. When tires are first applied or lightly applied. Don't let someone putin the wrong kindof fluid. When the brake wear warning...
Owner's Manual
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... a Tire Performance Criteria Specification(TPC Spec) number on your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or' less of tread remaining. 0 The tire. The tires installed your vehicle when it 's time for mud and snow). If your vehicle. Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of the following statements are thesame size, load range,speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted or radial) your tires...
... a Tire Performance Criteria Specification(TPC Spec) number on your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or' less of tread remaining. 0 The tire. The tires installed your vehicle when it 's time for mud and snow). If your vehicle. Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of the following statements are thesame size, load range,speed rating and construction type (bias, bias-belted or radial) your tires...
Owner's Manual
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... Sensor, VCM, Distributor Ignition Control Module Park Lamps Fuse, DRL Fuse, Headlamp and Panel Dimmer Switch Fuse Block Fuses, Power Seat CB, Stop/Hazard Fuse, Auxiliary Power Fuse, Cigarette Lighter Fuse, Radio, Battery Fuse Starter Relay, Ignition Switch Ignition Switch Brake Pressure Module' Valve Blower Motor Resistor, Blower Relay Auxiliary Heater A/C Relay Not Used * A fuse puller is included in the underhood electrical center. HORN ...A/C COMP ...RR DEFOG ...ENG-I ... Upfitter Battery Power Stud, Trailer Wiring Harness Upfitter Ignition Relay Not Used Fuse ECM-I ... Fuse...
... Sensor, VCM, Distributor Ignition Control Module Park Lamps Fuse, DRL Fuse, Headlamp and Panel Dimmer Switch Fuse Block Fuses, Power Seat CB, Stop/Hazard Fuse, Auxiliary Power Fuse, Cigarette Lighter Fuse, Radio, Battery Fuse Starter Relay, Ignition Switch Ignition Switch Brake Pressure Module' Valve Blower Motor Resistor, Blower Relay Auxiliary Heater A/C Relay Not Used * A fuse puller is included in the underhood electrical center. HORN ...A/C COMP ...RR DEFOG ...ENG-I ... Upfitter Battery Power Stud, Trailer Wiring Harness Upfitter Ignition Relay Not Used Fuse ECM-I ... Fuse...
Owner's Manual
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... engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for what to use. A I 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 0Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I IEmission Control Service. 0 Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation (Pcv)valve. A n Emissioll Control Sel-vic*e. 0Replace spark plugs. Inspect hoses. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED...
... engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first). Check constant velocity joints and axle seals for what to use. A I 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 0Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I IEmission Control Service. 0 Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation (Pcv)valve. A n Emissioll Control Sel-vic*e. 0Replace spark plugs. Inspect hoses. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED...
Owner's Manual
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... Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 0Change engine oil and filter(or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissicm Control Service. 3 0Replace air cleaner filter. Replace parts as needed . see footnote# (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0Check rearhont axle fluid level and add fluid as needed . Inspect fuel cap gasket for damage or leaks. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED...
... Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 60,000 Miles (100 000 km) (Continued) 67,500 Miles (112 500 km) 0Change engine oil and filter(or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). An Emissicm Control Service. 3 0Replace air cleaner filter. Replace parts as needed . see footnote# (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first). 0Check rearhont axle fluid level and add fluid as needed . Inspect fuel cap gasket for damage or leaks. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED...
Owner's Manual
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An Emission Control Service. 0Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Inspect hoses. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. 7-40 I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 0Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). IJ Inspect Positive CrankcaseVentilation (PCV) valve. Control Service. 0Inspect spark plug wires. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. See "Engine Coolant'' in the Index for what to use. An Emissiotl.
An Emission Control Service. 0Replace spark plugs. An Emission Control Service. Inspect hoses. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. An Emission Control Service. 7-40 I Long Tripmighway Maintenance Schedule 100,000 Miles (166 000 km) 0Drain, flush and refill cooling system (or every 60 months since last service, whichever occurs first). IJ Inspect Positive CrankcaseVentilation (PCV) valve. Control Service. 0Inspect spark plug wires. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. See "Engine Coolant'' in the Index for what to use. An Emissiotl.