tow CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 1995 Owner's Guide

Center High Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL)
Your vehicle has a
Center High Mount
Stoplamp
(CHMSL)
located above the
tailgate glass
or above
the rear load doors.
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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 CHMSL unit.
Cargo Security Shade (4-Door Utility Model)
If you have a cargo
security shade,
you
can use it to cover
items
in the cargo
area
of your vehicle.
To use the shade,
pull the shade handle toward the rear of the vehicle. Latch
the shade posts into the retaining sockets
on the cargo area trim panels.
To return the shade to the shade holder, pull up on the shade handle to
release the shade posts from the retaining sockets. Let the shade move
forward and latch the shade posts into the front-most retaining sockets.
To remove
the shade from the vehicle, first let the shade go all the way into
the holder. Then, push the shade holder toward the passenger side of the
vehicle. Lift the shade up at the driver's side, swing the shade rearward, and
take
it out of the vehicle.
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To put the shade in the vehicle, first make sure the shade slot in the holder
faces rearward with the round surface facing down. Then, hold the shade at
an angle and place the shade holder tab into the slot in the passenger’s side
trim panel. Move the other end of the shade forward and hold it next the
driver’s side trim panel slot.
Push the shade holder
toward the passenger
side
of the vehicle and
place the tab in the
driver’s side trim
panel slot. Make sure
the tab
goes all the
way in the slot.
Lightly pull
on the shade holder to make sure it is secure. Then, pull the
shade to the desired position and secure the shade posts the appropriate
retaining sockets.
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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 won’t
bind or break when turning with the trailer, but not
so loose that it drags on
the ground.
Store the harness in its original position. Wrap the harness together and tie it
neatly
so it won’t be damaged.
If you do tow a trailer, your Center High Mount Stoplamp (CHMSL) may
not be properly visible from behind.
You should select a trailer with a
CHMSL on it or, if one is not available, have one installed. See your GM
dealer about how to connect your vehicle’s wiring to a trailer CHMSL.
Step-Bumper Pad
If your vehicle has a rear step bumper, it may be equipped with a rear step
pad at the center
of the bumper. Use this pad to improve footing when you
are stepping on the bumper step.
If you will be using
the bumper to tow a
trailer, you must
remove the center
cutout circle
to install
the trailer ball. You
must also remove both
outer cutouts to attach
the trailer safety
chains.
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Comfort Controls and Audio Systems
Section
In this section you’ll find out how to operate the comfort control systems
and audio systems offered with your vehicle.
Be sure to read about the
particular system supplied with your vehicle.
Comfort Controls
Heater Controls
If your vehicle does not have air conditioning, your heater controls will look
like this.
The knob
on the left side of the heating system control panel controls the
fan speed. The knob has four speed positions. To increase the air flow, move
the knob toward
HI. To decrease the air flow, move it toward LO. To turn
the fan off, move the knob
to OFF,
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The middle knob on the control panel lets you select the relative
temperature
of the air flowing into the passenger area of your vehicle. This
knob will allow
you to adjust the relative air temperature independently of
the function knob setting. Move the knob right toward the red area for
warmer air. Move the knob left toward the blue area for cooler air.
The right
knob on the control panel changes the heater setting.
VENT
- This setting, with the arrow pointing at the figure’s head, directs
air through the instrument panel vents.
VENT/HEAT
- Use this setting, with the arrows pointing at the figure’s
feet and head, to divide airflow between the heater
floor vents and
instrument panel vents.
HEAT -This setting, with the arrow pointing at the figure’s
feet, directs air
through
the heater floor vents. This setting is useful for cold weather.
HEAT/DEFROST
- Use this setting, with the arrow pointing at the figure’s
feet
and the defroster symbol near the figure’s head, to divide airflow
between the heater floor vents and windshield.
DEFROST -This setting with the defrost symbol directs air through the
windshield defroster vents.
This setting is useful when you have fog or ice
on the windshield.
The control knob
can be placed in any position between two heater settings
to blend the flow of air. The closer the knob is to a setting symbol, the more
the air flow will represent
that symbol’s air flow arrows.
Heater/Air Conditioning Controls
If your vehicle has air conditioning, your heatedair conditioning controls
will look like this.
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Before using your vehicle’s air conditioning, open the windows to clear the
vehicle of
hot air.
Using the recirculation function can also help. See “Recirculation Button”
in this section for more information.
The knob on the left side of the heating system control panel controls the
fan speed. The knob has four speed positions. To increase the air flow, move
the knob toward HI.
To decrease the air flow, move it toward LO. To turn
the fan off, move the knob to
OFF. If you have the air conditioner on,
moving the fan knob to OFF also turns off the A/C compressor.
The middle knob
on the control panel lets you select the relative
temperature
of the air flowing into the passenger area of your vehicle. This
knob will allow
you to adjust the relative air temperature independently of
the function knob setting. Move the knob right toward the red area for
warmer air. Move the knob left toward the blue area for cooler air.
With
A/C on, move the knob to MAX for maximum cooling. This setting
puts the system in the recirculation mode and helps to maximize your air
conditioner’s performance and your vehicle’s fuel economy. This setting
also cools the air
the fastest. After the vehicle’s interior reaches a
comfortable temperature, move
the knob clockwise to place the air
conditioning system
in the normal mode.
The right knob on the control panel changes the heatedair conditioning
setting.
VENT
- This setting, with the arrow pointing at the figure’s head, directs
air through the instrument panel vents.
VENT/HEAT
- Use this setting, with the arrows pointing at the figure’s
feet and head, to divide airflow between the heater floor vents and
instrument panel vents.
HEAT
- This setting, with the arrow pointing at the figure’s feet, directs air
through the heater floor vents. This setting
is useful for cold weather.
HEAT/DEFROST
- Use this setting, with the arrow pointing at the figure’s
feet and the defroster symbol near
the figure’s head, to divide airflow
between the heater floor
vents and windshield.
DEFROST
- This setting with the defrost symbol directs air through the
windshield defroster vents. This setting is useful when
you have fog or ice
on the windshield.
The control knob can be placed in any position between two heatedair
conditioning settings to blend the flow of air. The closer the knob
is to a
setting symbol, the more
the air flow will represent that symbol’s air flow
arrows.
RECIRCULATION BUTTON
- This button, between the left and middle
knobs, allows the air inside your vehicle to be recirculated. This setting
helps to maximize your air conditioner’s performance and your vehicle’s
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To increase and decrease the flow of heated air to the rear floor vents, move
the switch marked REAR HEAT to the blower speed you want.
The knob has three speed positions.
To increase the flow of heated air, move
the switch toward HIGH.
To decrease the flow of heated air, move it toward
LOW. To turn the fan off, move the switch to OFF.
Rear Air Conditioning and Rear Heater
If your vehicle has a rear air conditioning and rear heater system
combination, controls are provided
to regulate the temperature, location and
speed of the air flow.
To adjust the air
temperature, turn the
temperature knob
on
the right side of the
control panel.
For warmer air, turn the knob clockwise toward the red side, and for cooler
air, turn the knob counterclockwise toward the blue side.
To regulate the air flow location, adjust the center knob on the control panel
Turn the knob counterclockwise for floor vent air flow or clockwise for
headliner vent air flow. Generally, the upper vents are used for air
conditioning and the floor vents for heating. The control knob can be set
to
any blend setting.
To adjust the air flow speed, turn the fan control knob on the left side of the
control panel
to the desired blower setting.
To activate
the rear control, move the fan knob on the front control to
REAR
CNTL.
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Towing a Trailer
NOTICE:
Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your vehicle and result
in costly repairs not covered by your warranty.
To pull a trailer
correctly, follow the advice in this part, and see your
GM dealer
for important information about towing a trailer with your
vehicle.
Most vehicles are ready for some trailer towing. If yours was built with
trailering options, as many are, it’s ready for heavier trailers. But trailering
is different than just driving your vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes
in handling, durability, and fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering takes
correct equipment, and
it has to be used properly.
That’s the reason for this part.
In it are many time-tested, important
trailering tips and safety rules. Many of these are important for your safety
and that of your passengers.
So please read this section carefully before you
pull a trailer.
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If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer
If you do, here are some important points.
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There are many different laws, including speed limit restrictions,
having to do
with trailering. Make sure your rig will be legal, not only
where you live but also where you’ll be driving.
A good source for this
information can be state or provincial police.
Consider using a sway control
if your trailer will weigh 3,000 pounds
(1 362 kg) or less for a utility vehicle or, for a Suburban, 4,000 pounds
(1 800 kg) or less. You should always use a sway control if your trailer
will weigh more than
3,000 pounds (1 362 kg) for a utility vehicle or
4,000 pounds (1 800 kg) for a Suburban. You can ask a hitch dealer
about sway controls.
Don’t tow a trailer at all during the first
500 miles (800 km) your new
vehicle is driven. Your engine, axle or other parts could be damaged.
Then, during
the first 500 miles (800 km) that you tow a trailer, don’t
drive over
50 mph (80 km/h) and don’t make starts at full throttle. This
helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier
loads.
If you have
an automatic transmission, you should use DRIVE (3) (or, as
you need to, a lower gear) when towing
a trailer. Operating your vehicle
in DRIVE (3) when towing a trailer will minimize heat build-up and
extend the life of your transmission.
If you have a manual transmission
and you are towing a trailer, it’s better not to use
FIFTH (5) gear. Just
drive in FOURTH (4) gear (or. as vou need to. a lower pearl
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Three important considerations have to do with weight:
Weight of the Trailer
How heavy can a trailer safely be?
It depends on how you plan
to use your rig. For example, speed, altitude,
road grades, outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull
a trailer are all important. And, it can also depend on any special equipment
that you have on your vehicle.
You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice, or you can
write
us at the address listed in your Warranty and Owner Assistance
Information Booklet.
In Canada, write to:
General Motors
of Canada Limited
Customer Assistance Center
1908 Colonel Sam Drive
Oshawa, Ontario
L 1 H 8P7
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
The tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weight to measure
because
it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle. The gross vehicle
weight (GVW) includes the curb weight
of the vehicle, any cargo you may
carry in it, and
the people who will be riding in the vehicle. And if you will
tow a trailer,
you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your
vehicle will be carrying that weight, too. See “Loading Your Vehicle” in the
Index for more information about your vehicle’s maximum load capacity.
A B
If you’re using a “dead-weight” hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh
10% of the total loaded trailer weight (B). If you have a
“weight-distributing” hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh
12% of the
total loaded trailer weight
(B).
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