Owner's Manual
Page 3
... suchas a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. The 1996 GMC Sonoma Owner's Manual Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good. YourDrivingandtheRoad to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants use it to quickly find something... you information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on page 8-8. Index ...Here's an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. Maintenanceschedule...to This section tells you when to Here you want to get service publications. You can use . Customer Assistance ...
... suchas a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. The 1996 GMC Sonoma Owner's Manual Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good. YourDrivingandtheRoad to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants use it to quickly find something... you information on "Reporting Safety Defects" on page 8-8. Index ...Here's an alphabetical listing of almost every subject in this manual. Maintenanceschedule...to This section tells you when to Here you want to get service publications. You can use . Customer Assistance ...
Owner's Manual
Page 142
... "Vehicle Loading," "Luggage Carrier" and "Tires" in the cargo area as far forward and low as you should be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done. The heaviest things should be terrain. Secure the cargo properly. Before You Go Off-Roading There are some important things to...objects. If so, be seriously or fatally in the area. Keep cargo in the Index. 4-14 You'll find other important information in this manual. Keep cargo below the top of gravity, making it more likely to get the necessary permission. Are the fluid levels up where they should ...
... "Vehicle Loading," "Luggage Carrier" and "Tires" in the cargo area as far forward and low as you should be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done. The heaviest things should be terrain. Secure the cargo properly. Before You Go Off-Roading There are some important things to...objects. If so, be seriously or fatally in the area. Keep cargo in the Index. 4-14 You'll find other important information in this manual. Keep cargo below the top of gravity, making it more likely to get the necessary permission. Are the fluid levels up where they should ...
Owner's Manual
Page 184
...(Light Gage):Auxiliary stoplamp. Store the harness in the instrument panel fuse block and no connector. Let up on the ground. See the Maintenance Schedule for battery charging; Check periodically to review these is stored under your trailer. 0 DARK BLUE: Use for electric trailer brakes or ... trailer, then tape or strap it won't be wired by a qualified electrical technician. When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on this manual, and the Index will need service more on a Hill 1. WHITE (Heavy Gage):Ground wire. and Release the parking brake. 0 2. YELLOW...
...(Light Gage):Auxiliary stoplamp. Store the harness in the instrument panel fuse block and no connector. Let up on the ground. See the Maintenance Schedule for battery charging; Check periodically to review these is stored under your trailer. 0 DARK BLUE: Use for electric trailer brakes or ... trailer, then tape or strap it won't be wired by a qualified electrical technician. When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on this manual, and the Index will need service more on a Hill 1. WHITE (Heavy Gage):Ground wire. and Release the parking brake. 0 2. YELLOW...
Owner's Manual
Page 224
... be easily confused.If you use the proper nuts, bolts and other fasteners. "English" and "metric" fasteners can . See "Maintenance Record' in the Index. Before attempting to do your vehicle than this manual can be damaged if you try to do service work , you'll want to do some of any vehicle... maintenance task. To order the proper service manual, see "Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle" in the Index. You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date ...
... be easily confused.If you use the proper nuts, bolts and other fasteners. "English" and "metric" fasteners can . See "Maintenance Record' in the Index. Before attempting to do your vehicle than this manual can be damaged if you try to do service work , you'll want to do some of any vehicle... maintenance task. To order the proper service manual, see "Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle" in the Index. You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date ...
Owner's Manual
Page 241
... level as a reference.) If the fluid level is obtained, push the dipstick back in place. How to Check Because this operation can damage your manual transmission doesn't require changing. We recommend you could come out andfall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. NOTICE: Too ... to Check A good time to lock the dipstick in all the instructions here, or you use . How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use only fluid labeled DEXRON@-IIIIbecause fluid with that some of 1 the fluid could get an...
... level as a reference.) If the fluid level is obtained, push the dipstick back in place. How to Check Because this operation can damage your manual transmission doesn't require changing. We recommend you could come out andfall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. NOTICE: Too ... to Check A good time to lock the dipstick in all the instructions here, or you use . How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use only fluid labeled DEXRON@-IIIIbecause fluid with that some of 1 the fluid could get an...
Owner's Manual
Page 289
...PF47 A1163C cv9ooc 24200796 4 1-928 4.31 12551472 PF52 A1 163C CV746C 24200796 4 1-932 GF48 1 Trico (20 inched5 1 cm) GF48 1 Trico (20 inched5 1 cm) 6-67 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement part numbers listed in your vehicle when it was built, or if you have any questions, please contact your GM truck dealer.... If a part listed in this manual is not the same as the part used in this section are based on the latest information available at the time of printing, and are...
...PF47 A1163C cv9ooc 24200796 4 1-928 4.31 12551472 PF52 A1 163C CV746C 24200796 4 1-932 GF48 1 Trico (20 inched5 1 cm) GF48 1 Trico (20 inched5 1 cm) 6-67 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement part numbers listed in your vehicle when it was built, or if you have any questions, please contact your GM truck dealer.... If a part listed in this manual is not the same as the part used in this section are based on the latest information available at the time of printing, and are...
Owner's Manual
Page 310
Manual transmission fluid doesn't require change. In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 O F (32°C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - ... driven under one or more of these conditions,the fluid and filter do not require changing. When doing frequent trailer towing. - these conditions: - I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 7-18
Manual transmission fluid doesn't require change. In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 O F (32°C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - ... driven under one or more of these conditions,the fluid and filter do not require changing. When doing frequent trailer towing. - these conditions: - I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule I DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 7-18
Owner's Manual
Page 323
I DATE I If you do not use y o ~ vehicle ltnder crny o ~r f these conditions: - Manual transmission fluid doesn't require change. 0Inspect Positive CrankcaseVentilation (PCV) valve. Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. 1 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Change automatictransmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these...
I DATE I If you do not use y o ~ vehicle ltnder crny o ~r f these conditions: - Manual transmission fluid doesn't require change. 0Inspect Positive CrankcaseVentilation (PCV) valve. Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. 1 Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule Change automatictransmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these...
Owner's Manual
Page 330
...°C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - Manual transmission fluid doesn't require change. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 7-38 I f you do not require chnnging. Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. When doing frequent trailer towing. - Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule -- 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 0Change automatic...
...°C) or higher. - In hilly or mountainous terrain. - Manual transmission fluid doesn't require change. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED B Y 7-38 I f you do not require chnnging. Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery service. When doing frequent trailer towing. - Long Trip/Highway Maintenance Schedule -- 50,000 Miles (83 000 km) 0Change automatic...
Owner's Manual
Page 343
... damaged, missingor out-of lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for instance, each spring and fall). Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which could let exhaustfumes into the vehicle. Proper procedures to perform these jobs. replace as ...needed . Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. See "Engine Exhaust" in a service manual. Make sure any cables that have them replaced if they are completed at least twice a year (for properhook-up in the ...
... damaged, missingor out-of lubrication. Inspect the power steering lines and hoses for instance, each spring and fall). Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections Listed below are inspections and services which could let exhaustfumes into the vehicle. Proper procedures to perform these jobs. replace as ...needed . Do not lubricate accelerator and cruise control cables. See "Engine Exhaust" in a service manual. Make sure any cables that have them replaced if they are completed at least twice a year (for properhook-up in the ...
Owner's Manual
Page 360
...systems. They may help avoid future costly repairs. Some will advise of vehicles. In some cases bulletins refer to service manuals, specialized tools, equipment and safety procedures necessary to see an index or individual bulletin. You can order an index .... others may be useful for owners with general operation and maintenance information. 8-10 Since these bulletins are meant for professional, qualified technicians. GM monitors product performance i n the field. Owner Publications Owner's manuals, warranty folders and various owner assistance booklets provide owners with...
...systems. They may help avoid future costly repairs. Some will advise of vehicles. In some cases bulletins refer to service manuals, specialized tools, equipment and safety procedures necessary to see an index or individual bulletin. You can order an index .... others may be useful for owners with general operation and maintenance information. 8-10 Since these bulletins are meant for professional, qualified technicians. GM monitors product performance i n the field. Owner Publications Owner's manuals, warranty folders and various owner assistance booklets provide owners with...
Owner's Manual
Page 367
.... Service and Owner ...8-9 Radiator ...5-18 Radiator Pressure Cap ...6-28 Radio Reception ...3-16 Radios ...3-5 Rain. I4 2-26 2-28 2-7 2-25 7-50 2-7 9-7 Neutral Automatic Transmission ...Manual Transmission ...NewVehicle "Break-In" ...Nightvision ...Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ... 2-16 2- 18 2-8 4-28 6-67 2-52 Odometer ...Off-Road Driving ...4- 13 Off-Road Recovery ...4- 10 Oil. Engine ...6-10 Ordering Service and...
.... Service and Owner ...8-9 Radiator ...5-18 Radiator Pressure Cap ...6-28 Radio Reception ...3-16 Radios ...3-5 Rain. I4 2-26 2-28 2-7 2-25 7-50 2-7 9-7 Neutral Automatic Transmission ...Manual Transmission ...NewVehicle "Break-In" ...Nightvision ...Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ... 2-16 2- 18 2-8 4-28 6-67 2-52 Odometer ...Off-Road Driving ...4- 13 Off-Road Recovery ...4- 10 Oil. Engine ...6-10 Ordering Service and...
Owner's Manual
Page 368
... Checking ...1-38 Child ...1-30 Replacing Parts After a Crash ...1-39 Systemcheck ...7-48 Reverse Automatic Transmission ...2- 15 Manual Transmission ...2- Tires ...6-46 Safety Belts ...1-7 1-12 Adults ...Care ...6-56 Center Passenger Position ...1-25 Children ...1-28...34 Rotation. Reporting ...8-8 ...111 Safety Warnings and Symbols ...Scheduled Maintenance Services ...7-3 Seatback Latches ...1-5 Reclining Front ...1-3 Seats and Restraint Systems ...1- 1 Secund Gear Automatic Transmission ...2-16 Manual Transmission ...2-18 Service and Appearance Care ...6-1 Service Engine Soon ...
... Checking ...1-38 Child ...1-30 Replacing Parts After a Crash ...1-39 Systemcheck ...7-48 Reverse Automatic Transmission ...2- 15 Manual Transmission ...2- Tires ...6-46 Safety Belts ...1-7 1-12 Adults ...Care ...6-56 Center Passenger Position ...1-25 Children ...1-28...34 Rotation. Reporting ...8-8 ...111 Safety Warnings and Symbols ...Scheduled Maintenance Services ...7-3 Seatback Latches ...1-5 Reclining Front ...1-3 Seats and Restraint Systems ...1- 1 Secund Gear Automatic Transmission ...2-16 Manual Transmission ...2-18 Service and Appearance Care ...6-1 Service Engine Soon ...
Owner's Manual
Page 369
... Check ...7-50 In Emergencies ...4-9 Power ...3-8 Steering Wheel. Mud. Towing a Trailer ...Driving on Grades ...Driving with a Trailer ...Maintenance When Towing ...Parking o n Hills ...Safety Chains ...Total Weight on Tires ...Turn Signals ...Towing. SIR ...1-18 Skidding ...4-12 Sliding... Spare Tire ...5-23 . Vehicle ...v Tachometer ...2-52 Tailgate ...2-6 Taillamp Bulb Replacement ...6-40 TapePlayerCare ...3-18 Theft ...2-7 Theft-Deterrent Feature. Manual Transmission ...2- 18 Tilt Steering Wheel ...Time. Vehicle ...6-35 Stuck: I n Sand. CD Player ...3- 14 Thermostat ...6-28 Third Gear...
... Check ...7-50 In Emergencies ...4-9 Power ...3-8 Steering Wheel. Mud. Towing a Trailer ...Driving on Grades ...Driving with a Trailer ...Maintenance When Towing ...Parking o n Hills ...Safety Chains ...Total Weight on Tires ...Turn Signals ...Towing. SIR ...1-18 Skidding ...4-12 Sliding... Spare Tire ...5-23 . Vehicle ...v Tachometer ...2-52 Tailgate ...2-6 Taillamp Bulb Replacement ...6-40 TapePlayerCare ...3-18 Theft ...2-7 Theft-Deterrent Feature. Manual Transmission ...2- 18 Tilt Steering Wheel ...Time. Vehicle ...6-35 Stuck: I n Sand. CD Player ...3- 14 Thermostat ...6-28 Third Gear...
Owner's Manual
Page 370
... ...4-34 Trip Odometer ...2-52 TTYUsers ...8-3 Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals ...2-34 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer ...4-54 Two-Tiered Loading ...4-44 Underbody Maintenance ...6-59 Underhood Lamp Bulb Replacement ...6-4 1 Used Replacement Wheels ...6-5 1 Vanity Mirror Lamp Bulb Replacement ...6-41 Vehicle Control ...4-5 Damage Warnings ...iv Dimensions ...6-68... ...4-47 Trailer Tongue Weight ...4-50 TrailerTowing ...4-47 Trailer Weight ...4-49 Trailer Wiring Harness ...4-56 Transfer Case ...2-20, 6-22 2-23 Electronic ...Manual ...2-20 Transmission Fluid Automatic ...6- 16, 6-68...
... ...4-34 Trip Odometer ...2-52 TTYUsers ...8-3 Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals ...2-34 Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer ...4-54 Two-Tiered Loading ...4-44 Underbody Maintenance ...6-59 Underhood Lamp Bulb Replacement ...6-4 1 Used Replacement Wheels ...6-5 1 Vanity Mirror Lamp Bulb Replacement ...6-41 Vehicle Control ...4-5 Damage Warnings ...iv Dimensions ...6-68... ...4-47 Trailer Tongue Weight ...4-50 TrailerTowing ...4-47 Trailer Weight ...4-49 Trailer Wiring Harness ...4-56 Transfer Case ...2-20, 6-22 2-23 Electronic ...Manual ...2-20 Transmission Fluid Automatic ...6- 16, 6-68...