windshield wipers GMC JIMMY 2005 Owner's Manual

Ignition Positions
With the key in the ignition, you can turn it to ve
different positions.
Notice:Lengthy operation of features such as the
radio in the accessory ignition position may drain the
battery and prevent your vehicle from starting. Do not
operate your vehicle in the accessory ignition
position for a long period of time.A (ACCESSORY):This position lets you use things like
the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine
is off. Push in the key and turn it toward you. Your
steering wheel will remain locked, just as it was before
you inserted the key.
{CAUTION:
On manual transmission vehicles, turning the
key to LOCK will lock the steering column and
result in a loss of ability to steer the vehicle.
This could cause a collision. If you need to
turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving,
turn the key only to OFF. Do not press the key
release button while the vehicle is moving.
Notice:Using a tool to force the key from the
ignition switch could cause damage or break the
key. Use the correct key and turn the key only with
your hand. Make sure the key is all the way in. If
it is, turn the steering wheel left and right while you
turn the key hard. If none of this works, then
your vehicle needs service.
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Instrument Panel Overview...............................3-4
Hazard Warning Flashers................................3-6
Other Warning Devices...................................3-6
Horn.............................................................3-6
Tilt Wheel.....................................................3-6
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.........................3-7
Turn and Lane-Change Signals........................3-8
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer..................3-9
Flash-to-Pass.................................................3-9
Windshield Wipers..........................................3-9
Cruise Control..............................................3-11
Exterior Lamps.............................................3-14
Headlamps on Reminder................................3-15
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).......................3-15
Automatic Headlamp System..........................3-16
Fog Lamps..................................................3-17
Instrument Panel Brightness...........................3-18
Dome Lamps...............................................3-18
Entry Lighting...............................................3-18
Exit Lighting.................................................3-18
Front Reading Lamps....................................3-19
Map Lamps.................................................3-19
Battery Run-Down Protection..........................3-19
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter........................3-19Climate Controls............................................3-20
Climate Control System.................................3-20
Outlet Adjustment.........................................3-22
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators............3-23
Instrument Panel Cluster................................3-24
Speedometer and Odometer...........................3-26
Trip Odometer..............................................3-26
Tachometer.................................................3-26
Safety Belt Reminder Light.............................3-26
Airbag Readiness Light..................................3-27
Charging System Light..................................3-28
Voltmeter Gage............................................3-28
Up-Shift Light...............................................3-29
Brake System Warning Light..........................3-29
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light.............3-30
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage..................3-31
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............................3-31
Oil Pressure Gage........................................3-34
Security Light...............................................3-35
Highbeam On Light.......................................3-35
Service Four-Wheel Drive Warning Light..........3-36
Tow/Haul Mode Light....................................3-36
Check Gages Warning Light...........................3-37
Gate Ajar Light.............................................3-37
Fuel Gage...................................................3-38
Low Fuel Warning Light.................................3-38
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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A. Air Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on page 3-22for
more information.
B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7for more
information.
C. Instrument Panel Cluster. SeeInstrument Panel
Cluster on page 3-24for more information.
D. Transfer Case Button (If Equipped). SeeFour-Wheel
Drive on page 2-30for more information.
E. Exterior Lamps Control. SeeExterior Lamps on
page 3-14for more information.
F. Fog Lamp Button (If Equipped). SeeFog Lamps on
page 3-17for more information.
G. Brake Release. SeeParking Brake on page 2-36for
more information.
H. Horn. SeeHorn on page 3-6for more information.I. Rear Window Washer/Wiper. See “Rear Window
Washer/Wiper” underWindshield Wipers on page 3-9
for more information.
J. Liftgate/Tailgate Release. See “Liftgate/Tailgate
Release” underLiftgate/Tailgate on page 2-12for
more information.
K. Climate Control System. SeeClimate Control
System on page 3-20for more information.
L. Rear Window Defogger. See “Rear Window
Defogger” underClimate Control System on
page 3-20for more information.
M. Audio System. SeeAudio System(s) on page 3-41
for more information.
N. Glove Box. SeeGlove Box on page 2-49for more
information.
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Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
The lever on the left side of the steering column
includes the following:
GTurn and Lane-Change Signals. SeeTurn and
Lane-Change Signals on page 3-8
3Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer. See
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-9
Flash-To-Pass Feature. SeeFlash-to-Pass on
page 3-9
NWindshield Wipers. SeeWindshield Wipers on
page 3-9.
LWindshield Washer. SeeWindshield Wipers on
page 3-9.
Cruise Control (If Equipped). SeeCruise Control on
page 3-11.
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Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
To change the headlamps from low beam to high or
high to low, pull the multifunction lever all the way
toward you. Then release it.
When the high beams are
on, this indicator light on
the instrument panel
cluster will also be on.
Flash-to-Pass
This feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps to
signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass.
It works even if your headlamps are in the automatic
position.
To use it, pull the turn signal lever toward you, but not
so far that you hear a click.
If your headlamps are in the automatic position or on
low beam, your high-beam headlamps will turn on.
They’ll stay on as long as you hold the lever toward you
and the high-beam indicator on the instrument panel
cluster will come on. Release the lever to return
to normal operation.
Windshield Wipers
To operate the windshield wipers, turn the band located
on the multifunction lever upward or downward.
MIST:Turn the band to MIST for a single wiping cycle.
Hold it until the windshield wipers start. Then let it
go. The windshield wipers will stop after one wipe. If
you want more wipes, hold the band on MIST longer.
OFF:Turn the band to OFF to turn off the
windshield wipers.
Delayed Wiping:You can set the wiper speed for a
long or short delay between wipes. Turn the band
to choose the delay time. The closer to LO, the shorter
the delay.
LO (Low Speed):Turn the band away from you
to LO and past the delay settings for steady wiping at
low speed.
HI (High Speed):Turn the band away from you,
to HI, and past the delay settings for wiping steady at
high speed.
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JPUSH (Windshield Washer):There is a paddle
marked with the windshield washer symbol at the
top of the multifunction lever. To spray washer uid
on the windshield, push the paddle. The wipers will
clear the window and then either stop or return to
your preset speed.
Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades
before using them. If they’re frozen to the windshield,
carefully loosen or thaw them. If your blades do become
worn or damaged, get new blades or blade inserts.
Heavy snow or ice can overload your wipers. A circuit
breaker will stop them until the motor cools. Clear away
snow or ice to prevent an overload.
{CAUTION:
In freezing weather, do not use your washer
until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the
washer uid can form ice on the windshield,
blocking your vision.
Rear Window Washer/Wiper
If your vehicle has this
feature, the control is
located on the instrument
panel to the right of
the steering wheel.
To turn the rear wiper on, slide the control to either LO
or HI. For delayed wiping, slide the control to LO.
For steady wiping, slide the control to HI. To turn the
wiper off, slide the control to OFF.
To wash the window, press the wash button located on
the control. The control must be in either LO or HI.
The rear window washer uses the same uid bottle as
the windshield washer. However, the rear window
washer will run out of uid before the windshield washer.
If you can wash your windshield but not your rear
window, check your uid level.
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V
Vehicle
Control........................................................ 4-6
Damage Warnings........................................... iv
Design......................................................... 4-3
Parking Your...............................................2-39
Symbols......................................................... iv
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data
Recorders.................................................... 7-9
Vehicle Identication
Number (VIN).............................................5-89
Service Parts Identication Label...................5-89
Vehicle Personalization
Memory Seat..............................................2-59
Ventilation Adjustment......................................3-22
Visors...........................................................2-18
Voltmeter Gage..............................................3-28
W
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators................3-23
Warnings
Hazard Warning Flashers............................... 3-6
Other Warning Devices.................................. 3-6
Safety and Symbols......................................... iii
Vehicle Damage.............................................. ivWheels
Alignment and Tire Balance..........................5-64
Replacement...............................................5-64
Where to Put the Restraint...............................1-38
Windows.......................................................2-16
Power........................................................2-17
Swing-Out Windows.....................................2-18
Windshield
Backglass, and Wiper Blades, Cleaning..........5-86
Windshield Washer
Fluid..........................................................5-34
Windshield Wiper
Blade Replacement......................................5-51
Fuses........................................................5-90
Windshield Wipers......................................... 3-9
Winter Driving................................................4-38
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Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle............. 4-2
Your Vehicle and the Environment....................... 6-2
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