wiring CHEVROLET S10 1996 2.G Owners Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine If a bulb is burned out, replace it to help avoid an
accident. If the arrows don’t go
on at all when you
signal a turn, check the fuse (see “Fuses and Circuit
Breakers” in the Index) and for burned-out bulbs.
If
you have a trailer towing option with added wiring for
the trailer lamps,
a different turn signal flasher is used.
With this flasher installed, the signal indicator will flash
even if a turn signal bulb is burned out. Check the front
and rear turn signal lamps regularly to make sure they
are working.
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-beam
headlamps are
on, this
indicator light
on the
instrument panel also
will be
on.
Windshield Wipers
You control the windshield
wipers by turning the band
with the wiper symbol
on it.
For a single wiping cycle, turn the band
to MIST. Hold
it there until the wipers start, then let go. The wipers will
stop after one wipe. If you want more wipes, hold the
band
on MIST longer.
You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay
between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain or
snow. Turn the band
to choose the delay time. The
closer
to LOW, the shorter the delay.
For steady wiping at
low speed, turn the band away
from
you to the LOW position. For high-speed wiping,
turn the band further,
to HIGH. To stop the wipers,
move the band
to the OFF position.
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There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument
panel, which shows AIR
BAG. The system checks
the air bag’s electrical system for malfunctions. The
light tells
you if there is an electrical problem. The
system check includes the air bag sensors, the air
bag
module, the wiring and the diagnostic module. For
more information on the air bag system, see “Air Bag”
in the Index.
AIR
BAG
You will see this light flash
for a few seconds when you
turn your ignition to RUN
or START. Then
the light
should
go out. This means
the system is ready.
If the air bag readiness light doesn’t come
on when you
start your vehicle, or stays on, or comes on when you
are driving, your air bag system may not work properly.
Have your vehicle serviced right away.
Charging System Indicator Light
The charging system light
will come
on briefly when
you turn on the ignition,
but the engine is not
running, as
a check to
show you it is working.
It should go out once the engine
is running. If it stays
on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a
problem with the charging system. It could indicate that
you have problems with a generator drive belt, or
another electrical problem. Have
it checked right away.
Driving while this light is on could drain your battery.
If you must drive a short distance with the light on, be
certain to turn off all your accessories, such as the radio
and air conditioner.
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When you tow a trailer, your vehicle has to have extra
wiring and a heavy-duty turn signal flasher (included
in
the optional trailering package).
The green arrows on your instrument panel will flash
whenever you signal a turn or lane change. Properly
hooked up, the trailer lamps will also flash, telling other
drivers you’re about to turn, change lanes or stop.
When towing a trailer, the green arrows on your
instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on
the trailer are burned out. Thus, you may think drivers
behind
you are seeing your signal when they are not. It’s
important
to check occasionally to be sure the trailer
bulbs are still working.
Driving On Grades
Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start
down a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shift
down,
you might have to use your brakes so much that
they would get hot and no longer work well, On
a long uphill grade, shift down and reduce your
speed to around
45 mph (70 kdh) to reduce the
possibility of engine
and transmission overheating.
If you have an automatic transmission, you should use
DRIVE (D) when towing a trailer. Operating your
vehicle in DRIVE (D) when towing a trailer will
minimize heat buildup and extend the life of your
transmission. Or, if you have a manual transmission, it’s
better not to use FIFTH
(5), just drive in FOURTH (4)
(or, as you need to, a lower gear).
When towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades,
consider the following: Engine coolant will boil
at a
lower temperature than at normal altitudes. If you turn
your engine off immediately after towing at high altitude
on steep
uphill grades, your vehicle may show signs
similar to engine overheating. To avoid this, let the
engine run while parked (preferably on level ground)
with the automatic transmission in PARK
(P) (or the
manual transmission out of gear and the parking brake
applied) for
a few minutes before turning the engine off.
If you do get the overheat warning, see “Engine
Overheating’’
in the Index.
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Parking on a Hill
1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down
while
you:
Start your engine;
0 Shift into a gear; and
0 Release the parking brake.
2. Let up on the brake pedal.
3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks.
4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks.
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
Your vehicle will need service more often when you’re
pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more
on this. Things that are especially important in trailer
operation are automatic transmission fluid (don’t
overfill), engine oil, axle lubricant, belt, cooling system
and brake adjustment. Each
of these is covered in this
manual, and the Index will help
you find them quickly.
If you’re trailering, it’s
a good idea to review these
sections before you start your trip.
Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts
are tight.
Trailer Wiring Harness
The eight-wire harness is stored under your vehicle
along
the rear frame crossmember. This harness has a
30-amp feed wire with an inline fuse located in the
instrument panel fuse block and no connector. It should
be wired by a qualified electrical technician. The
technician can use
the following color code chart when
connecting the wiring harness to your trailer.
0 DARK BLUE: Use for electric trailer brakes or
0 RED: Use for battery charging; it connects to the
LIGHT GREEN: Back-up lamps.
0 BROWN: Taillamps and parking lamps.
0 YELLOW Left stoplamp and turn signal.
0 DARK GREEN: Right stoplamp and turn signal.
0 WHITE (Heavy Gage): Ground wire.
0 WHITE (Light Gage): Auxiliary stoplamp.
Securely attach the harness to the trailer, then tape or
strap it to your vehicle’s frame rail. Be sure
you leave
it loose enough
so the wiring doesn’t bend or break,
but not so
loose that it drags on the ground. Store the
harness in its original place. Wrap the harness together
and tie
it neatly so it won’t be damaged.
auxiliary wiring.
starter solenoid.
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Add-on Electrical Equipment
NOTICE:
Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle
unless you check with your dealer first. Some
electrical equipment can damage your vehicle
and the damage wouldn’t be covered by your
warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can
keep other components from working as they
should.
Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to
add anything electrical
to your vehicle, see “Servicing
Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle” in the Index.
Headlamps
The headlamp wiring is protected by an internal circuit
breaker. An electrical overload will cause the lamps to
go on and
off, or in some cases to remain off. If this
happens, have your headlamp wiring checked right away.
Windshield Wipers
The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit
breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due
to heavy
snow, etc., the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If
the overload is caused by some electrical problem, be
sure to get it fixed.
Power Windows and Other Power Options
Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other
power accessories. When the current load is too heavy,
the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the
circuit until the problem is fixed
or goes away.
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The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from
short circuits by a combination
of fuses, circuit breakers
and fusible thermal links. This greatly reduces the
chance of fires caused by electrical problems.
Look at
the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the
band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you
replace a bad fuse with a new one
of the identical size
and rating.
If you ever have a problem on the road and don’t have a
spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same
amperage. Just pick some feature of your vehicle that
you can get along without -- like the radio or cigarette
lighter
-- and use its fuse, if it is the correct amperage.
Replace it as soon as
you can.
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
The fuse block is at the
driver’s end
of the
instrument panel.
,
Remove the cover by turning the fastener
counterclockwise. Extra fuses and the fuse extractor are
provided in the cover.
To reinstall the fuse panel cover,
push in and turn the fastener clockwise.
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Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine Halogen Bulbs ................................ 6-35
Hazard Warning Flashers
.......................... 5- I
Headlamps .................................... 2-39
Bulb Replacement
............................ 6-36
HighLow Beam Changer
...................... 2-35
Wiring
..................................... 6-62
Headlamps
On Reminder ......................... 2-40
Hearing Impaired. Customer Assistance
.............. 8-3
Heater Controls ................................. 3- I
Heater/Air Conditioning Controls ................... 3-2
Highway Hypnosis
.............................. 4-35
Hill and Mountain Roads
......................... 4-35
Hitches. Trailer
................................. 4-5 1
Hood .......................................... 6-7
Horn
......................................... 2-33
Horsepower
................................... 6-66
Hydraulic Clutch
............................... 6-20
HighLow
Beam Changer
........................ 2-35
Hydroplaning
.................................. 4-31
Ignition Positions
............................... 2-8
Inflation. Tire
.................................. 6-45
Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror
................. 2-43
Inspections Brakesystem
................................ 7-52
Drive
Axle .................................. 7-52
Exhaust Systems
............................. 7-5 1
Radiator and Heater Hose ...................... 7-5 1
Steering .................................... 7-51 Suspension
.................................. 7-51
Throttle
Linkage ..............................
Instrument Panel ............................... 2-48
Cleaning
.................................... 6-55
Cluster ..................................... 2-50
Fuse Block .................................. 6-63
Interior Lamps
................................. 2-42
.................................... J ack. Tire 5-22
JumpSeat
...................................... 1-6
Jump Starting
................................... 5-2
Key
in the Ignition .............................. 2-7
Keyless Entry System
............................ 2-5
Key Lock Cylinders Service
...................... 7-48
Key Release Button
............................. 2-10
Keys
.......................................... 2-1
Labels CertificationRire
............................. 4-42
Fuse
....................................... 6-64
Safety Belt
.................................. 1-39
Service Parts Identification
..................... 6-61
Vehicle Identification Number
................... 6-61
Dome ...................................... 2-42
Front Map
................................... 2-42
Interior
..................................... 2-42
Lamps
........................................ 2-39
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Trailer Hitches
................................. 4-5 1
Trailer Recommendations ........................ 4-47
.Trailer Tongue Weight
............................ 4-50
Trailer Weight
.................................. 4-49
Trailer Wiring Harness
............................ 4-56
Transfer Case
............................. 2-20, 6-22
Electronic
................................... 2-23
TrailerTowing
................................. 4-47
Manual
..................................... 2-20
'Transmission Fluid
Automatic
............................... 6-16, 6-68
Manual
..................................... 6-19
Transmitters, Keyless Entry
......................... 2-5
Transportation. Courtesy
.......................... 8-6
Trip, Before Leaving
............................ 4-34
Trip Odometer
................................. 2-52
Turn Signal and Lane Change Signals
............... 2-34
Two-Tiered Loading
............................ 4-44
TTYUsers
..................................... 8-3
Turn Signals
When Towing a Trailer ................. 4-54
Underbody Maintenance
........................ 6-59
Vanity Mirror Lamp Bulb Replacement
............ 6-41
Underhood Lamp Bulb Replacement
................ 6-41
Used Replacement Wheels
......... : .............. 6-51
Vehicle Control
....................................... 4-5
Damage Warnings
.............................. iv
Dimensions ................................. 6-68
Loading
.................................... 4-42
Ventilation System
............................... 3-4
Voltmeter ..................................... 2-55
Identification
Number
......................... 6-61
. Storage ........ ............................ 6-35
Visors, Sun
..................................... 2-46
warning Devices
........................ ........ 5-1
Warning Lights. Gages and Indicators
............... 2-53
Washer Fluid. Windshield
......................... 6-29
Washing Your Vehicle
........................... 6-57
Weatherstrips
.................................. 6-56
Wheel Alignment
............................... 6-50
Wheel Nut Torque
......................... 5-29. 6-68
Wheel Replacement
............................. 6-50
Sliding Rear
................................. 2-33
Windshield Washer
............................. 2-36
Fluid Level Check
............................ 7-47
Windshield Wiper
.............................. 2-35
Blade Replacement
...................... 6-42, 6-67
Winter Driving
................................. 4-37
Wiring, Headlamp
............................... 6-62
Wrecke~Towing
.................................. 5-7
Windows
..................................... 2-31
Express-Down
................................ 2-32
Swing-Out
.................................. 2-32
Fluid
....................................... 6-29
Fuses
...................................... 6-62
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