clock GMC SAVANA 2007 User Guide

CD Messages
If the CD comes out, it could be for one of the
following reasons:
•It is very hot. When the temperature returns to
normal, the CD should play.
•You are driving on a very rough road. When the
road becomes smoother, the CD should play.
•The CD is dirty, scratched, wet, or
upside down.
•The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour
and try again.
•There may have been a problem while burning
the CD.
•The label may be caught in the CD player.
If the CD is not playing correctly, for any other
reason, try a known good CD.
If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot
be corrected, contact your dealer. If the radio
displays an error message, write it down
and provide it to your dealer when reporting the
problem.
Radio with Six-Disc CD
Playing the Radio
PWR (Power):Push this knob to turn the system
on and off.
oVOLUMEp:Turn this knob clockwise or
counterclockwise to increase or to decrease the
volume.
INFO (Information):When the ignition is off,
press this knob to display the time.
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Steering in Emergencies
There are times when steering can be more
effective than braking. For example, you come
over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane,
or a car suddenly pulls out from nowhere, or
a child darts out from between parked cars and
stops right in front of you. You can avoid
these problems by braking — if you can stop in
time. But sometimes you cannot; there is not room.
That is the time for evasive action — steering
around the problem.
Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies
like these. First apply your brakes.
SeeBraking on page 232. It is better to remove as
much speed as you can from a possible collision.
Then steer around the problem, to the left or
right depending on the space available.An emergency like this requires close attention and
a quick decision. If you are holding the steering
wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o’clock
positions, you can turn it a full 180 degrees very
quickly without removing either hand. But you have
to act fast, steer quickly, and just as quickly
straighten the wheel once you have avoided the
object.
The fact that such emergency situations are always
possible is a good reason to practice defensive
driving at all times and wear safety belts properly.
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Filling the Tank
{CAUTION:
Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel re
can cause bad injuries. To help avoid
injuries to you and others, read and follow
all the instructions on the pump island.
Turn off your engine when you are
refueling. Do not smoke if you are near
fuel or refueling your vehicle. Keep
sparks, ames, and smoking materials
away from fuel. Do not leave the fuel
pump unattended when refueling your
vehicle. This is against the law in some
places. Keep children away from the fuel
pump; never let children pump fuel.The tethered fuel cap
is located behind a
hinged fuel door on
the driver side of
the vehicle.
If the vehicle has E85 fuel capability, a yellow cap
with the words “E85/gasoline” can be seen.
To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly
counterclockwise.
While refueling, hang the tethered fuel cap from
the hook on the fuel door.
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{CAUTION:
If you spill fuel and then something
ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel
can spray out on you if you open the fuel
cap too quickly. This spray can happen if
your tank is nearly full, and is more likely
in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly
and wait for any hiss noise to stop. Then
unscrew the cap all the way.
Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not top off or overfill
the tank and wait a few seconds after you have
finished pumping before removing the nozzle.
Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon
as possible. SeeWashing Your Vehicle on
page 380.
When replacing the fuel cap, turn it clockwise until it
clicks. Make sure the cap is fully installed. The
diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has
been left off or improperly installed. This would
allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. See
Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 178.
{CAUTION:
If a re starts while you are refueling, do
not remove the nozzle. Shut off the ow of
fuel by shutting off the pump or by
notifying the station attendant. Leave the
area immediately.
Notice:If you need a new fuel cap, be sure
to get the right type. Your dealer can get
one for you. If you get the wrong type, it
may not t properly. This may cause your
malfunction indicator lamp to light and
may damage your fuel tank and emissions
system. SeeMalfunction Indicator Lamp
on page 178.
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1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap
when the cooling system, including the radiator
pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no
longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly
counterclockwise until it first stops. Do not
press down while turning the pressure cap.
If you hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A hiss
means there is still some pressure left.
2. Then keep turning the pressure cap, but now
push down as you turn it. Remove the
pressure cap.3. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOL®
coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler
neck. SeeEngine Coolant on page 306for
more information about the proper coolant
mixture.
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Bulb Replacement
For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see
Replacement Bulbs on page 338.
For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this
section, contact your dealer.
Halogen Bulbs
{CAUTION:
Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas
inside and can burst if you drop or
scratch the bulb. You or others could be
injured. Be sure to read and follow the
instructions on the bulb package.
Headlamps
To remove the headlamp assembly from the
vehicle and access the bulbs, do the following:
1. Open the hood. SeeHood Release on
page 295for more information.
2. Remove the two bolts from the headlamp
assembly.
3. Remove the two pins on the top of the
headlamp assembly. To remove the pins, turn
the outer pin clockwise and pull it straight
up. To remove the inner pin, turn it
counterclockwise and pull it straight up.
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4. Lift the inboard side of the headlamp to
release the inboard tab from the radiator
support.
5. Lift the outboard side of the headlamp to
release the outboard tab from the radiator
support.
6. Lower the headlamp to allow the vertical
adjustor to clear the tie bar.
7. Turn the headlamp forward and upward to
remove it from the grille.
8. Turn the bulb connector counterclockwise and
pull it out of the housing.
9. Without removing the headlamp assembly
itself, remove the bulb socket from the back
of the headlamp on the driver’s side.
10. Turn the bulb counterclockwise one quarter
turn to remove it from the socket.
11. On the passenger’s side, turn the bulb
clockwise one turn.12. Install the new bulb into the socket then
reinstall it into the headlamp assembly.
13. Reverse the steps to reinstall the headlamp
assembly.
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Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and
Parking Lamps
To replace the front turn signal, sidemarker and/or
parking lamp bulb(s), do the following:
1. Use a small tool to unlatch the outboard clip
on the lamp.
2. Pull the lamp forward to completely unlatch
the clip. Move the lamp outboard to loosen
the tabs.3. Remove the lamp from the grille.
4. Squeeze the tab on the side of the bulb
socket while turning it counterclockwise.
5. Remove the bulb socket from the back of the
lamp assembly.
6. Replace the bulb.
7. Turn the bulb socket clockwise to reinstall it in
the lamp assembly.
Center High-Mounted
Stoplamp (CHMSL)
The center high-mounted stoplamp (CHMSL) is
located above the rear doors at the center of
the vehicle.
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To replace a bulb, do the following:
1. Remove the two screws from the CHMSL
assembly.
2. Remove the assembly.
3. Turn the bulb counterclockwise one quarter
turn to remove it from the socket.
4. Install a new bulb.
5. Reverse the steps to reinstall the assembly.
If items are loaded on the roof of the vehicle, as in
a luggage carrier, care should be taken not to
block or damage the center high-mounted
stoplamp unit.Taillamps
To replace one of these bulbs, do the following:
1. Remove the
two inboard nuts
from the inside
of the taillamp
assembly.
2. Pull the taillamp assembly rearward to clear
the studs.
3. Slide the taillamp assembly slightly upward to
release the lower clip.
4. Remove the three nuts on the taillamp
assembly.
5. Remove the taillamp assembly from the
vehicle.
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6. Remove the bulb socket by squeezing the tab
on the side of the socket while turning it
counterclockwise.
7. Turn the bulb counterclockwise to remove it.
8. Install a new bulb.
9. Reverse the steps to reinstall the taillamp
assembly.
Replacement Bulbs
Exterior Lamp Bulb Number
Back-up, Rear Parking,
Stoplamp, and Turn Signal Lamp3157
CHMSL 912
Front Parking and Turn
Signal Lamp3157KX
Front Sidemarker Lamp 194
Headlamps
Composite High-Beam 9005
Composite Low-Beam 9006GS
Sealed Beam Headlamp H6054
For replacement bulbs not listed here, contact
your dealer.
Windshield Wiper Blade
Replacement
Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for
wear and cracking. SeeScheduled Maintenance
(Gasoline Engine) on page 399for more
information on wiper blade inspection.
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