lock CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 1995 Owner's Manual

Leaving Your Vehicie
If you are leaving the vehicle, take your keys, open your door and set the
locks from inside. Then get out and close the door.
Keyless Entry System
If your vehicle has this option, you can lock and unlock your doors from up
to 30 feet (9 m) away using the key chain transmitter supplied with your
vehicle.
Your Keyless Entry System operates
on a radio frequency subject to Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) Rules.
This device complies
with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: ( 1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Should interference
to this system occur, try this:
Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary. See the
instructions on battery replacement.
Check the distance. You may be too far from your vehicle. This product
has
a maximum range.
Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the
signal.
See your GM dealer or a qualified technician for service.
Changes or modifications to this system by other than
an authorized service
facility could void authorization to use this equipment.
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Operation
To unlock the driver’s door, press the UNLOCK button. If you press this
button again within
five seconds, all the doors will unlock. Press the rear
door
UNLOCK button to unlock the rear door only.
Press the
LOCK button to lock all the doors.
The illuminated entry feature activates
the interior dome lamps for
40 seconds or until the ignition switch is turned on.
Matching Transmitterfs) To Your Vehicle
Each key chain transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from
unlocking your vehicle.
If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can
be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any remaining
transmitters with you when
you go to your dealer. When the dealer matches
the replacement transmitter
to your vehicle, the remaining transmitters must
also be matched. Once the new transmitter
is coded, the lost transmitter will
not unlock your vehicle.
You can match a transmitter to as many different vehicles as you own,
provided they are equipped with
exactly the same 17ZOdd system. (General
Motors offers several different models
of these systems on their vehicles.)
Each vehicle can have
only two transmitters matched to it.
See your dealer to match transmitters to another vehicle.
Battery Replacement
Under normal use, the batteries in your key chain transmitter should last
about two years.
You can tell the batteries are weak
if the transmitter won’t work at the
normal range in any location. If you have to get close to your vehicle before
the transmitter works,
it’s probably time to change the batteries.
Use two Duracell@ type
DL2016, or a similar type.
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To replace the batteries:
1. Insert a dime in the side seam of the transmitter housing, near the key
ring hole.
2. Twist the dime to separate the two halves of the transmitter housing.
3. Remove and replace the batteries. Put the new batteries in with the
Separate
the housing, bottom half first.
printed side down.
4. Align the housing and snap the halves together.
Theft
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities. Although your
vehicle
has a number of theft-deterrent features, we know that nothing we
put on
it can make it impossible to steal. However, there are ways you can
help.
Key in the Ignition
If you walk away from your vehicle with the keys inside, it’s an easy target
for joy riders or professional thieves
- so don’t do it.
When you park your vehicle and open the driver’s door, you’ll hear a tone
reminding you to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you.
Always do this. Your steering wheel will be locked, and so will your
ignition. If
you have an automatic transmission, taking your key out also
locks your transmission. And remember
to lock the doors.
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Parking at Night
Park in a lighted spot, close all windows and lock your vehicle. Remember
to keep your valuables out
of sight. Put them in a storage area, or take them
with
you.
Parking Lots
If you park in a lot where someone will be watching your vehicle, it’s best
to lock it up and take your keys. But what if you have to leave your ignition
key? What if you have
to leave something valuable in your vehicle‘?
0 Put your valuables in a storage area, like your glove box.
Lock all the doors except the driver’s.
New Vehicle “Break-ln”
NOTICE:
Your modern vehicle doesn’t need an elaborate “break-in.” But
it will perform better in the long run if you follow these
guidelines:
0 Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or less for the first 500
miles (SO4 km).
Don’t drive at any one speed - fast or slow - for the first
500 miles (804 km). Don’t make full-throttle starts.
Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles (322 km) or
so. During this time your new brake linings aren’t yet broken
in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and
earlier replacement. Follow this “breaking-in” guideline
every time you get new brake linings.
Don’t tow a trailer during “break-in.” See “Towing a Trailer”
in the Index for more information.
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Ignition Switch
Use your key to start your vehicle. The key lets you turn the ignition switch
to
five different positions:
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3
1. OFF
2. RUN
3. START
4. ACC
5. LOCK
ACC (Accessory): ACC lets you use things like the radio and the
windshield wipers when the engine is off. To get into ACC, push in the key
and turn it toward you. Your steering wheel will remain locked, just
as it
was before
you inserted the key.
LOCK: This position locks your ignition, steering wheel and transmission.
It’s a theft deterrent feature. You will only be able to remove your key when
the ignition is turned to LOCK.
OFF: This position lets you turn off the engine but still turn the steering
wheel.
It doesn’t lock the steering wheel like LOCK. Use OFF if you must
have your vehicle
in motion while the engine is off’ (for example, if your
vehicle is being pushed).
RUN: This is the position for driving.
START: This starts your engine.
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A 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.
Don’t press the key release button while the vehicle is moving.
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NOTICE:
If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t turn it, be sure
it is all the
way in. If it is, then turn the steering wheel left and
right while you turn the key hard. But turn the key only with
your hand. Using
a tool to force it could break the key or the
ignition switch.
If none of this works, then your vehicle needs
service.
Key Release Button
The ignition key
cannot be removed
from the ignition of
manual transmission
vehicles unless the
key release button is
used.
To Remove the Key
On manual transmission vehicles, turn the key to the
LOCK position while
pressing the key release button
in (see the caution earlier in this section
about the key release lever). Keeping your finger
on the button, pull the key
straight
out.
On automatic transmission vehicles, turn the key to LOCK and pull it
straight out.
Starting Your Gasoline Engine
If you have a diesel engine, see “Starting Your Diesel Engine” in the Index.
Engines start differently. The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identification
Number
(VIN) shows the code letter or number for your engine. You will
find the
VIN at the top left of your instrument panel. (See “Vehicle
Identification Number”
in the Index.) Follow the proper steps to start the
engine.
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NOTICE:
After you’ve used the coolant heater, be sure to store the \
cord as
it
was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you
don’t, it could be damaged.
How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in‘? The answer
depends on the weather, the kind of oil
you have, and some other things.
Instead of trying
to list everything here, we ask that you contact your GM
dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give
you the best advice for that particular area.
Automatic Transmission
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There are several different positions for your shift lever.
If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, it now features
an electronic shift position indicator within
the instrument cluster. This
display must be powered anytime the shift lever
is capable of being moved
out
of the PARK (P) position. This means that if your key is in the OFF
position, but not locked, there will be a small current drain on your battery
which could discharge your battery over a period of time. If you have a need
to leave your key
in the ignition in the OFF position for an extended period
for any reason,
it is recommended that you disconnect the battery cable
from the battery to prevent discharging your battery.
PARK (P) -This locks your rear wheels. It’s the best position to use
when you start your engine because your vehicle can’t move easily.
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Your vehicle has a brake-transmission shift interlock. With the ignition in
the RUN position, you must fully apply your regular brakes before you can
shift from PARK (P).
If you cannot shift out
of PARK (P), ease pressure on the shift lever and
push the shift lever
all the way into PARK (P) as you continue pressing the
brake pedal. Then move the shift lever
into the gear you want. If you still
cannot shift the shift lever out of PARK (P), see “Shifting Out of PARK (P)”
later in this section.
REVERSE (R) - Use this gear to back up.
NOTICE:
Shifting to REVERSE (R) while your vehicle is moving forward \
could damage your transmission. Shift to REVERSE (R) only
after your vehicle
is stopped.
To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out’of snow, ice or sand
without damaging your transmission, see “If You’re Stuck: In Sand,
Mud, Ice or Snow” in the Index.
0 NEUTRAL (N) - In this position, your engine doesn’t connect with
the wheels. To restart when you’re already moving, use NEUTRAL
(N)
only. Also, use NEUTRAL (N) when your vehicle is being towed.
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While you accelerate, it is normal for the light to go on and off if you
quickly change
the position of the accelerator. Ignore the SHIFT light when
you downshift.
Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Only: If your vehicle has four-wheel drive
and
is equipped with a manual transmission, disregard the SHIFT light
when the transfer case
is in 4-LOW.
Manual Transmission Shift Speeds
If your speed drops below 20 mph (32 km/h), or if the engine is not running
smoothly,
you should downshift to the next lower gear. You may have to
downshift two or more gears
to keep the engine running smoothly or for
good performance.
A CAUTION:
If you skip more ;than one gear when you downshift, you could
lose control of your vehicle. And you could injure yourself or
others. Don’t shift down more than one gear when you
downshift.
NOTICE:
If you skip more than one gear when you downshift, or if you
race the engine when you downshift, you can damage the engine,
clutch or transmission.
Locking Rear Axle
If you have this feature, your rear axle can give you additional traction on
snow, mud, ice, sand or gravel. It works like a standard axle most of the
time, but when
one of the rear wheels has no traction and the other does, the
locking feature will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle.
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Torque Lock
When parking, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the
parking pawl in the transmission. It may be difficult to pull the selector
lever out of
PARK (P). This is called “torque lock.” To find out how to
prevent torque lock,
see “Torque Lock” later in this section.
Shifting Into PARK (P) (Automatic
Transmission Models Only)
1. Hold the brake
pedal down with
your right foot
and set the
parking brake.
2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) position like this:
Pull the lever toward you.
Move the lever up as far as it will go.
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