brakes GMC ENVOY 2004 Owner's Guide

Brake Wear
Your vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes.
Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make
a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads
are worn and new pads are needed. The sound
may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle
is moving (except when you are pushing on the
brake pedal rmly).
{CAUTION:
The brake wear warning sound means that
soon your brakes will not work well. That
could lead to an accident. When you hear the
brake wear warning sound, have your vehicle
serviced.Notice:Continuing to drive with worn-out brake
pads could result in costly brake repair.
Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake
squeal when the brakes are rst applied or lightly
applied. This does not mean something is wrong with
your brakes.
Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help
prevent brake pulsation. When tires are rotated, inspect
brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in
the proper sequence to GM torque specications.
Brake linings should always be replaced as complete
axle sets.Brake Pedal Travel
See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to
normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in
pedal travel. This could be a sign of brake trouble.
Brake Adjustment
Every time you make a brake stop, your disc brakes
adjust for wear.
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Replacing Brake System Parts
The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its many
parts have to be of top quality and work well together if
the vehicle is to have really good braking. Your
vehicle was designed and tested with top-quality GM
brake parts. When you replace parts of your braking
system — for example, when your brake linings
wear down and you need new ones put in — be sure
you get new approved GM replacement parts. If you do
not, your brakes may no longer work properly. For
example, if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong
for your vehicle, the balance between your front and
rear brakes can change — for the worse. The braking
performance you have come to expect can change
in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong
replacement brake parts.
Battery
Your new vehicle comes with a maintenance free
ACDelco®battery. When it is time for a new battery, get
one that has the replacement number shown on the
original battery’s label. We recommend an ACDelco
®
battery. SeeEngine Compartment Overview on
page 5-12for battery location.Warning:Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
Vehicle Storage
If you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or
more, remove the black, negative (−) cable from the
battery. This will help keep your battery from running
down.
{CAUTION:
Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas
that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you
are not careful. SeeJump Starting on
page 5-43for tips on working around a battery
without getting hurt.
Contact your dealer to learn how to prepare your
vehicle for longer storage periods.
Also, for your audio system, seeTheft-Deterrent
Feature (RDS Radios) on page 3-116.
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(A) Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire:The United States
version of a metric tire sizing system. The letter “LT” as
the rst two characters in the tire size means a light
truck tire engineered to standards set by the U. S. Tire
and Rim Association.
(B) Tire Width:The three-digit number indicates the
tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall.
(C) Aspect Ratio:A two-digit number that indicates
the tire height-to-width measurements. For example, if
the tire size aspect ratio is “75,” as shown in item “C” of
the illustration, it would mean that the tire’s sidewall is
75% as high as it is wide.(D) Construction Code:A letter code is used to
indicate the type of ply construction in the tire. The letter
“R” means radial ply construction; the letter “D” means
diagonal or bias ply construction; and the letter “B”
means belted-bias ply construction.
(E) Rim Diameter:Diameter of the wheel in inches.
(F) Service Description:The service description
indicates the load range and speed rating of a tire. The
load index can range from 1 to 279. Speed ratings
range from “A” to “Z”. The light truck tire size example
above shows dual or single tire congurations.Tire Terminology and Denitions
Air Pressure:The amount of air inside the tire pressing
outward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressure
is expressed in pounds per square inch (psi) or
kilopascal (kPa).
Accessory Weight:This means the combined weight
of optional accessories. Some examples of optional
accessories are, automatic transmission, power steering,
power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air
conditioning. Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire
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Used Replacement Wheels
{CAUTION:
Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is
dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used
or how far it’s been driven. It could fail
suddenly and cause a crash. If you have to
replace a wheel, use a new GM original
equipment wheel.
Tire Chains
{CAUTION:
Don’t use tire chains. There’s not enough
clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle
without the proper amount of clearance can
cause damage to the brakes, suspension or
other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the
tire chains could cause you to lose control of
your vehicle and you or others may be injured
in a crash. Use another type of traction device
only if its manufacturer recommends it for use
on your vehicle and tire size combination and
road conditions. Follow that manufacturer’s
instructions. To help avoid damage to your
vehicle, drive slowly, readjust or remove the
device if it’s contacting your vehicle, and don’t
spin your wheels. If you do nd traction
devices that will t, install them on the
rear tires.
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Fuses Usage
26 Backup
27 Engine 1
28 Powertrain Control Module 1
29 Oxygen Sensor
30 Air Conditioning
31 Truck Body Controller
32 Trailer
33 Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
34 Ignition A
35 Blower Motor
36 Ignition B
50 Passenger’s Side Trailer Turn
51 Driver’s Side Trailer Turn
52 Hazard Flashers
53 Electric Adjustable Pedal
54 A.I.R. Solenoid
56 A.I.R. PumpFuses Usage
Relays Usage
37 Headlamp Washer
38 Rear Window Washer
39 Fog Lamps
40 Horn
41 Fuel Pump
42 Windshield Washer
43 High-Beam Headlamp
44 Air Conditioning
45 Cooling Fan
46 Headlamp Driver Module
47 Starter
49 Electric Adjustable Pedal
55 A.I.R. Solenoid
Miscellaneous Usage
48 Instrument Panel Battery
49 Blank
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Fuses Usage
26 Backup
27 Engine 1
28 Powertrain Control Module 1
30 Air Conditioning
31 Truck Body Controller 1
32 Trailer
33 Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
34 Ignition A
35 Blower Motor
36 Ignition B
50 Passenger’s Side Trailer Turn
51 Driver’s Side Trailer Turn
52 Hazard Flashers
53 Oxygen Sensor Bank B
54 Oxygen Sensor Bank A
55 Injector Bank A
56 Injector Bank B
57 Electric Adjustable PedalFuses Usage
Relays Usage
37 Headlamp Washer
38 Rear Window Washer
39 Fog Lamps
40 Horn
41 Fuel Pump
42 Windshield Washer
43 High-Beam Headlamp
44 Air Conditioning
45 Cooling Fan
46 Headlamp Driver Module
47 Starter
49 Electric Adjustable Pedal
58 Ignition 1
Miscellaneous Usage
48 Instrument Panel Battery
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Fuses Usage
24 Unlock
25 Blank
26 Blank
27 OH Battery/OnStar
®System
29 Rainsense™ Wipers
30 Parking Lamps
31 Truck Body Controller Accessory
32 Truck Body Controller 5
33 Front Wipers
34 Vehicle Stop
35 Blank
36Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning
B
37 Front Parking Lamps
38 Left Turn Signal
39Heat Ventilation Air
Conditioning 1
Fuses Usage
40 Truck Body Controller 4
41 Radio
42 Trailer Park
43 Right Turn Signal
44 Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning
45 Rear Fog Lamps
46 Auxiliary Power 1
47 Ignition 0
48 Four-Wheel Drive
49 Blank
50 Truck Body Controller Ignition
51 Brakes
52 Truck Body Controller Run
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Fuses Usage
27 OH Battery/OnStar®System
28 Sunroof
29 Rainsense™ Wipers
30 Parking Lamps
31 Truck Body Controller Accessory
32 Truck Body Controller 5
33 Front Wipers
34 Vehicle Stop
35 Blank
36Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning
B
37 Front Parking Lamps
38 Left Turn Signal
39Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning
1
Fuses Usage
40 Truck Body Controller 4
41 Radio
42 Trailer Park
43 Right Turn Signal
44 Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning
45 Rear Fog Lamps
46 Auxiliary Power 1
47 Ignition 0
48 Four-Wheel Drive
49 Blank
50 Truck Body Controller Ignition
51 Brakes
52 Truck Body Controller Run
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Service Publications Ordering
Information
Service Manuals
Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair
information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension,
brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $120.00
Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer
Case Unit Repair Manual
This manual provides information on unit repair service
procedures, adjustments, and specications for GM
transmissions, transaxles, and transfer cases.
RETAIL SELL PRICE: $50.00
Service Bulletins
Service Bulletins give technical service information
needed to knowledgeably service General Motors cars
and trucks. Each bulletin contains instructions to
assist in the diagnosis and service of your vehicle.
In Canada, information pertaining to Product Service
Bulletins can be obtained by contacting your General
Motors dealer or by calling 1-800-GM-DRIVE
(1-800-463-7483).
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Audio System(s) (cont.)
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)...............................3-114
Setting the Time..........................................3-63
Theft-Deterrent Feature...............................3-116
Understanding Radio Reception...................3-117
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System...........3-120
Automatic Headlamp System............................3-15
Automatic Transfer Case..................................2-27
Automatic Transmission
Fluid..........................................................5-22
Operation...................................................2-24
B
Backglass Wiper Blade Replacement.................5-56
Backing Up....................................................4-62
Battery..........................................................5-42
BATTERY NOT CHARGING.............................3-60
Battery Replacement......................................... 2-7
Battery Run-Down Protection............................3-19
Before Leaving on a Long Trip.........................4-35
Before You Drive...........................................3-104
Before You Go Off-Roading..............................4-15
Brake
Parking......................................................2-30
System Warning Light..................................3-38
Brake Adjustment............................................5-41
Brake Fluid....................................................5-39Brake Pedal, Throttle.......................................2-22
Brake Pedal Travel.........................................5-41
Brake Wear...................................................5-41
Brakes..........................................................5-39
Braking........................................................... 4-6
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 4-8
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-19
Bulb Replacement...........................................5-52
Front Turn Signal and Sidemarker Lamps.......5-52
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-52
Headlamps.................................................5-52
Replacement Bulbs......................................5-54
Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps..................5-52
Buying New Tires...........................................5-68
C
California Fuel.................................................. 5-5
Canada........................................................... 7-4
Canadian Owners................................................ ii
Canadian Roadside Assistance........................... 7-7
Capacities and Specications..........................5-115
Carbon Monoxide...................4-38, 4-55, 2-14, 2-34
Care of
Safety Belts................................................5-94
Your Cassette Tape Player..........................3-118
Your CD and DVD Player...........................3-119
Your CDs and DVDs..................................3-119
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