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The 2003 GMC Savana Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...I -I Front Seats ...1-2 ...1-5 Rear Seats Safety Belts ...1-9 ...1-32 Child Restraints ...1-63 Air Bag System ...1-75 Restraint System Check Features and Controls ...2-1 ...2-2 Keys ...2-7 Doors Locks and 2-16 Windows ...Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-19 ...2-20 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle Mirrors ...2-32 2-36 Onstar@ System ...2-38 Storage Areas 3-1 Instrument Panel ...3-2 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-18 Climate Controls Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ...3-24 Audio System(s) ...3-41 Driving Your Vehicle ...4-1 ...
The 2003 GMC Savana Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...I -I Front Seats ...1-2 ...1-5 Rear Seats Safety Belts ...1-9 ...1-32 Child Restraints ...1-63 Air Bag System ...1-75 Restraint System Check Features and Controls ...2-1 ...2-2 Keys ...2-7 Doors Locks and 2-16 Windows ...Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-19 ...2-20 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle Mirrors ...2-32 2-36 Onstar@ System ...2-38 Storage Areas 3-1 Instrument Panel ...3-2 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-18 Climate Controls Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ...3-24 Audio System(s) ...3-41 Driving Your Vehicle ...4-1 ...
Owner's Manual
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... Heater ...2.23 Automatic Transmission Operation ...2-24 All-Wheel Drive ...2-26 Parking Brake ...2.26 Shifting Into Park (P) ...2-27 Shifting Out of Park (P) ...2-29 Parking Over Things That Burn ...2-30 Engine Exhaust ...2-30 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked ...2-31 Mirrors ...2.32 ...2-32 Manual Rearview Mirror ...Outside Manual Mirror ...2.32 Outside Remote Control Mirror ...2.32 Outside Camper-Type Mirrors ...2.33 Outside Power Mirrors ...2.34 Outside Convex Mirror ...2.35 Outside Heated Mirrors ...2.35 Onstar@ System ...2-36 Storage Areas ...2-38 Keys ...2-2 Remote Keyless Entry...
... Heater ...2.23 Automatic Transmission Operation ...2-24 All-Wheel Drive ...2-26 Parking Brake ...2.26 Shifting Into Park (P) ...2-27 Shifting Out of Park (P) ...2-29 Parking Over Things That Burn ...2-30 Engine Exhaust ...2-30 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked ...2-31 Mirrors ...2.32 ...2-32 Manual Rearview Mirror ...Outside Manual Mirror ...2.32 Outside Remote Control Mirror ...2.32 Outside Camper-Type Mirrors ...2.33 Outside Power Mirrors ...2.34 Outside Convex Mirror ...2.35 Outside Heated Mirrors ...2.35 Onstar@ System ...2-36 Storage Areas ...2-38 Keys ...2-2 Remote Keyless Entry...
Owner's Manual
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.... The driver's door has a switch for one second to RUN or ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is at any time by pressing the opposite side of the switch. See Ignition Positions on it to be cancelled at the desired position. Your power windows will work when the ignition has been turned to activate the express-down mode can be lowered without holding the switch. Press...
.... The driver's door has a switch for one second to RUN or ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is at any time by pressing the opposite side of the switch. See Ignition Positions on it to be cancelled at the desired position. Your power windows will work when the ignition has been turned to activate the express-down mode can be lowered without holding the switch. Press...
Owner's Manual
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... to, a lower gear) when towing a trailer to drive. Also, if you even more power. DRIVE (D): This position is dangerous. It can help control your speed as you were stuck in very deep r sand or mud o were up and extend the life of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with only the accelerator pedal. This could damage your transmission. Use your brakes or shift into PARK (P) to the rear wheels when you manually select...
... to, a lower gear) when towing a trailer to drive. Also, if you even more power. DRIVE (D): This position is dangerous. It can help control your speed as you were stuck in very deep r sand or mud o were up and extend the life of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) with only the accelerator pedal. This could damage your transmission. Use your brakes or shift into PARK (P) to the rear wheels when you manually select...
Owner's Manual
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... CD Player ...3-76 Fixed Mast Antenna ...3.76 Chime Level Adjustment ...3.76 instrument Panel Overview ...-3-2 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3.4 Other Warning Devices ...3-5 Horn ...3.5 Tilt Wheel ...3.5 Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever ...3.6 Exterior Lamps ...3.12 Interior Lamps ...3.14 Accessory Power Outlets ...3.17 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter ...3.17 Climate Controls ...3.18 Climate Control S stem ...3-18 Rear Heating Sys em ...3.19 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System ...3-20 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ...3.24 Instrument Panel Cluster ...3-25 Speedometer ...3-26 Safety Belt...
... CD Player ...3-76 Fixed Mast Antenna ...3.76 Chime Level Adjustment ...3.76 instrument Panel Overview ...-3-2 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3.4 Other Warning Devices ...3-5 Horn ...3.5 Tilt Wheel ...3.5 Turn SignaVMultifunction Lever ...3.6 Exterior Lamps ...3.12 Interior Lamps ...3.14 Accessory Power Outlets ...3.17 Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter ...3.17 Climate Controls ...3.18 Climate Control S stem ...3-18 Rear Heating Sys em ...3.19 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System ...3-20 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ...3.24 Instrument Panel Cluster ...3-25 Speedometer ...3-26 Safety Belt...
Owner's Manual
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Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System Your vehicle may have a rear heating and air-conditioning system. It also works with the main climate-control system in your vehicle. Adjust the direction of REAR CNTL. The fan knob located on the front climate control panel must be turned to REAR CNTL to allow a rear-seat passenger to use this panel, move the fan knob out of the airflow or adjust the fan speed for the rear-seat passenger(s). 3-20 To...
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System Your vehicle may have a rear heating and air-conditioning system. It also works with the main climate-control system in your vehicle. Adjust the direction of REAR CNTL. The fan knob located on the front climate control panel must be turned to REAR CNTL to allow a rear-seat passenger to use this panel, move the fan knob out of the airflow or adjust the fan speed for the rear-seat passenger(s). 3-20 To...
Owner's Manual
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... located on to direct cooled air to increase or decrease the fan speed in the rear-seating area. Selecting the Fan Speed 8 (Fan): Turn the left knob clockwise or counterclockwise to HIGH, MED (Medium) or LOW to the rear of the vehicle will remain at cabin temperature. The air-conditioning system on the main climate-control panel must be turned on the climate-control panel. To change the direction of your...
... located on to direct cooled air to increase or decrease the fan speed in the rear-seating area. Selecting the Fan Speed 8 (Fan): Turn the left knob clockwise or counterclockwise to HIGH, MED (Medium) or LOW to the rear of the vehicle will remain at cabin temperature. The air-conditioning system on the main climate-control panel must be turned on the climate-control panel. To change the direction of your...
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... in extremely cold conditions. Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clean. 3-22 Adjust the temperature knob for cold weather with some going to help keep the windshield clear. The air conditioning compressor may operate in this setting to remove fog or ice from the windshield quickly in the red area and the fan control toward high. The rear window defogger will run for...
... in extremely cold conditions. Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clean. 3-22 Adjust the temperature knob for cold weather with some going to help keep the windshield clear. The air conditioning compressor may operate in this setting to remove fog or ice from the windshield quickly in the red area and the fan control toward high. The rear window defogger will run for...
Owner's Manual
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... or qualified service center diagnosis and service may cause this light to come on . If the light doesn't come on , have it is not running. Find a safe place to park your vehicle's emission controls and may be required. If the light continues to flash, when it is working, when the ignition is on your warranty. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake or fuel system of...
... or qualified service center diagnosis and service may cause this light to come on . If the light doesn't come on , have it is not running. Find a safe place to park your vehicle's emission controls and may be required. If the light continues to flash, when it is working, when the ignition is on your warranty. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake or fuel system of...
Owner's Manual
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... wire. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will help you find them quickly. The seven-wire harness assembly is covered in a frame pocket at the rear of the vehicle and a four-wire harness assembly under the left corner of the instrument panel. Things that all hitch nuts and bolts are automatic transmission fluid (don't overfill), engine oil, axle lubricant, belt, cooling system and brake system. See the Maintenance Schedule for electric trailer brakes Trailer Wiring Harness The optional heavy-duty trailer wiring package includes a seven-wire harness assembly at the driver...
... wire. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will help you find them quickly. The seven-wire harness assembly is covered in a frame pocket at the rear of the vehicle and a four-wire harness assembly under the left corner of the instrument panel. Things that all hitch nuts and bolts are automatic transmission fluid (don't overfill), engine oil, axle lubricant, belt, cooling system and brake system. See the Maintenance Schedule for electric trailer brakes Trailer Wiring Harness The optional heavy-duty trailer wiring package includes a seven-wire harness assembly at the driver...
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..... Engine Overheating ...Cooling System ...Engine Fan Noise ...Power Steering Fluid ...Windshield Washer Fluid ...Brakes ...Battery ...Jump Starting ...All-Wheel Drive ...Rear Axle ...Front Axle ...Noise Control System ...Tampering with Noise Control System Prohibited ...Bulb Replacement ...Halogen Bulbs ...Headlamps ...Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps ...Taillamps ...Replacement Bulbs ...5-28 5.30 5.37 5-37 5.38 5.40 5.43 5.44 5-49 5.50 5.51 5.52 5-52 5.54 5.54 5.54 5-56 5.56 5.58 Service ...5.3 Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle...
..... Engine Overheating ...Cooling System ...Engine Fan Noise ...Power Steering Fluid ...Windshield Washer Fluid ...Brakes ...Battery ...Jump Starting ...All-Wheel Drive ...Rear Axle ...Front Axle ...Noise Control System ...Tampering with Noise Control System Prohibited ...Bulb Replacement ...Halogen Bulbs ...Headlamps ...Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps ...Taillamps ...Replacement Bulbs ...5-28 5.30 5.37 5-37 5.38 5.40 5.43 5.44 5-49 5.50 5.51 5.52 5-52 5.54 5.54 5.54 5-56 5.56 5.58 Service ...5.3 Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... for service. Notices Your vehicle was not designed for diagnosis. Don't use these gasolines, particularly if they comply with the specifications described earlier. 5-6 Some gasolines that contains methanol. It can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of improper fuel wouldn't be covered by your warranty. To check the fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company...
... for service. Notices Your vehicle was not designed for diagnosis. Don't use these gasolines, particularly if they comply with the specifications described earlier. 5-6 Some gasolines that contains methanol. It can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of improper fuel wouldn't be covered by your warranty. To check the fuel availability, ask an auto club, or contact a major oil company...
Owner's Manual
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... or lightly applied. L Brake Adjustment Every time you hear the brake wear warning sound, have built-in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications. The sound may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are necessary to an accident. Brake Wear Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes. Notice: Continuing to normal height, or if there is wrong with worn-out brake pads could be replaced...
... or lightly applied. L Brake Adjustment Every time you hear the brake wear warning sound, have built-in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications. The sound may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are necessary to an accident. Brake Wear Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes. Notice: Continuing to normal height, or if there is wrong with worn-out brake pads could be replaced...
Owner's Manual
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... that the secondary latch has released. Lower the jack by the cable. 5-76 11. To continue changing the flat tire, return to raise the cable back up. Position the center lift point of the jack under the vehicle, turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare the rest of "Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire" later in the bumper clockwise to Step...
... that the secondary latch has released. Lower the jack by the cable. 5-76 11. To continue changing the flat tire, return to raise the cable back up. Position the center lift point of the jack under the vehicle, turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare the rest of "Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire" later in the bumper clockwise to Step...
Owner's Manual
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...-GMC Customer Assistance Center P.O. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $50.00 7-1 1 RETAIL SELL PRICE: $120.00 Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Or, write: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments, and specifications...
...-GMC Customer Assistance Center P.O. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $50.00 7-1 1 RETAIL SELL PRICE: $120.00 Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Or, write: General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre, 163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on unit repair service procedures, adjustments, and specifications...
Owner's Manual
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... Body Lubrication Service ...6-12 Brake Parking ...2-26 System Inspection ...6-1 6 System Warning Light ...3-32 Brake Adjustment ...5-42 Brake Fluid ...5-40 5-42 Brake Pedal Travel ...Brake Wear ...5-42 2 California Fuel ...5-6 Canada ...7-5 ii Canadian Owners ...Canadian Roadside Assistance ...7-7 Capacities ...5-1 04 Capacities and Specifications ...5-103 Carbon Monoxide ...4-24, 4-32, 2-30 Care of Safety Belts ...5-89 3-74 Your Cassette Tape Player ...3-76 Your CD Player ...Your CDs ...3-75 Cargo Vans and Cab and Chassis Models 1-47 with an Air...
... Body Lubrication Service ...6-12 Brake Parking ...2-26 System Inspection ...6-1 6 System Warning Light ...3-32 Brake Adjustment ...5-42 Brake Fluid ...5-40 5-42 Brake Pedal Travel ...Brake Wear ...5-42 2 California Fuel ...5-6 Canada ...7-5 ii Canadian Owners ...Canadian Roadside Assistance ...7-7 Capacities ...5-1 04 Capacities and Specifications ...5-103 Carbon Monoxide ...4-24, 4-32, 2-30 Care of Safety Belts ...5-89 3-74 Your Cassette Tape Player ...3-76 Your CD Player ...Your CDs ...3-75 Cargo Vans and Cab and Chassis Models 1-47 with an Air...
Owner's Manual
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... Engine Oil and Chassis Lubrication Scheduled Maintenance ...Engine Oil Level Check ...Entry Lighting ...Exit Lighting ...Extender, Safety Belt ...Exterior Lamps ... 6-5 6-10 3-16 3-15 1-31 3-12 F FabridCarpet ...5-86 Filter 5-19 Engine Air Cleaner ...3-52, 3-63 Finding a PTY Station ...3.43, 3-45. 3.50. 3-61 Finding a Station ...5-90 Finish Care ...Finish Damage ...5-93 ...3-76 Fixed Mast Antenna ...3-7 Flash-To-Pass Feature ...5-69 Flat Tire ...5-70 Flat Tire, Chan ing ...Floor Console use Block ...5-98 Fluid Automatic Transmission ..., ...5-21 Power Steering ...5-37 Windshield...
... Engine Oil and Chassis Lubrication Scheduled Maintenance ...Engine Oil Level Check ...Entry Lighting ...Exit Lighting ...Extender, Safety Belt ...Exterior Lamps ... 6-5 6-10 3-16 3-15 1-31 3-12 F FabridCarpet ...5-86 Filter 5-19 Engine Air Cleaner ...3-52, 3-63 Finding a PTY Station ...3.43, 3-45. 3.50. 3-61 Finding a Station ...5-90 Finish Care ...Finish Damage ...5-93 ...3-76 Fixed Mast Antenna ...3-7 Flash-To-Pass Feature ...5-69 Flat Tire ...5-70 Flat Tire, Chan ing ...Floor Console use Block ...5-98 Fluid Automatic Transmission ..., ...5-21 Power Steering ...5-37 Windshield...
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... Instrument Panel Brightness Control ...3-14 3-14 Interior Lamps ...Interior Plastic Components ...5-88 J Jump Starting ...5-44 K Key Lock Cylinders Service ...Keyless Entry System ...Keys ...6-12 2-3 2-2 L Lamps Exterior ..., ...3-12 Interior ...3-14 Lamps On Reminder ..., ...3-13 Lap Belt ...1-24 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...1-14 Last Door Closed Locking ...2-8 LATCH System Child Restraints ...1-51 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ...1-53 Leather ...5-88 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running ...2-28 Light Air Bag Off ...3-29 Air Bag Readiness ...3-28 Anti-Lock Brake...
... Instrument Panel Brightness Control ...3-14 3-14 Interior Lamps ...Interior Plastic Components ...5-88 J Jump Starting ...5-44 K Key Lock Cylinders Service ...Keyless Entry System ...Keys ...6-12 2-3 2-2 L Lamps Exterior ..., ...3-12 Interior ...3-14 Lamps On Reminder ..., ...3-13 Lap Belt ...1-24 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...1-14 Last Door Closed Locking ...2-8 LATCH System Child Restraints ...1-51 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System ...1-53 Leather ...5-88 Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running ...2-28 Light Air Bag Off ...3-29 Air Bag Readiness ...3-28 Anti-Lock Brake...
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...14 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ...1-13 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults ...1-28 RearSeatPassengers ...1-25 Right Front Passenger Position ...1-23 Safety Belt Extender ...1-31 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ...1-22 Safety Belts Are for Everyone ...1-9 4-41 Safety Chains ...Safety Warnings and Symbols ...III Scheduled Maintenance ..., . 6-5 11 RearSeatRadio Controls ...3-72 Rear Defogger Window ...3-22 Rearview Mirrors ...2-32 Reclining Seatbacks ...1-3 Recreational VehicleTowing ...4-29 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System.
...14 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts ...1-13 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults ...1-28 RearSeatPassengers ...1-25 Right Front Passenger Position ...1-23 Safety Belt Extender ...1-31 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ...1-22 Safety Belts Are for Everyone ...1-9 4-41 Safety Chains ...Safety Warnings and Symbols ...III Scheduled Maintenance ..., . 6-5 11 RearSeatRadio Controls ...3-72 Rear Defogger Window ...3-22 Rearview Mirrors ...2-32 Reclining Seatbacks ...1-3 Recreational VehicleTowing ...4-29 Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry System.
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... Fabric Cleaning Problems ...5-87 Specifications, Capacities ...5-103 Speedometer ...3-26 Starter Switch Check ...6-12 Starting Your Engine ...2-21 Steering ...4-9 Steering and Suspension Inspection ...6-15 Steering in Emergencies ...4-10 Steering Tips ...4-9 Storage Areas ...2-38 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools ...5-84 Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow ...4-28 Sun Visors ...2-18 Swing-Out Side Door,60/40 ...2-13 Swing-Out Windows ...2-18 T raillamps ...Tampering With Noise Control System Prohibited...
... Fabric Cleaning Problems ...5-87 Specifications, Capacities ...5-103 Speedometer ...3-26 Starter Switch Check ...6-12 Starting Your Engine ...2-21 Steering ...4-9 Steering and Suspension Inspection ...6-15 Steering in Emergencies ...4-10 Steering Tips ...4-9 Storage Areas ...2-38 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools ...5-84 Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow ...4-28 Sun Visors ...2-18 Swing-Out Side Door,60/40 ...2-13 Swing-Out Windows ...2-18 T raillamps ...Tampering With Noise Control System Prohibited...