ABS GMC ENVOY 1998 Owners Manual

Inflating something too much can make it
explode, and
you or others could be injured. Be
sure to read the inflator instructions, and inflate
any object only to its recommended pressure.
To use your air inflator, attach the appropriate nozzle
adapter, if required, to the end of the hose.
Then attach that end of
the
hose to the object you wish
to inflate. Remove
the
protective cap covering the
outlet. Attach
the other end
of
the hose to the outlet.
Press the
ON switch.
If the air inflator system does not turn on, the fuse may
be blown
or installed incorrectly. See “Fuses and Circuit
Breakers”
in the Index or see your dealer for service.
Your air inflator will automatically shut off after about
10 minutes. To reset, press the ON switch again.
Don’t
run your air inflator for longer than 30 minutes at
one time.
If you do, you may damage the system. After
30 minutes, wait at least 10 minutes before restarting the
air inflator.
To turn off the air inflator, press OFF and detach the
hose, first from the inflated object, then from the outlet.
Replace the protective cap. Place the inflator kit tools
in
the pouch and store it properly.
To replace the cover, line up the tabs at the back of the
cover and put
it in place.
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And, of course, actual stopping distances vary greatly
with the surface of the road (whether it‘s pavement or
gravel);
the condition of the road (wet, dry, icy); tire
tread; the condition of your brakes; the weight of the
vehicle and the amount of brake force applied.
Avoid needless heavy braking. Some people drive
in
spurts -- heavy acceleration followed by heavy
braking
-- rather than keeping pace with traffic. This is a
mistake. Your brakes may not have time to cool between
hard stops. Your brakes will wear out rnucit faster
if you
do a lot of heavy braking.
If you keep pace with the
traffic and allow realistic following distances, you
will
eliminate a lot of unnecessary braking. Th, ti t means
better braking and longer brake life.
If your engine ever stops while you’re driving, brake
normally but don’t pump your brakes.
If you do, the
pedal may get harder
to push down. If your engine
stops,
you will still have some power brake assist. But
you will use it when you brake. Once the power assist is
used
up, it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal
will be harder
to push.
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes (ABS). ABS is an
advanced electronic braking system that will help
prevent
;1 braking skid.
When you start your engine and begin to drive away,
your anti-lock brake system
will check itself. You may
hear
a momentary motor or clicking noise while this test
is going on. This is normal.
If there’s a problem with the
anti-lock brake system, this
warning light
will stay on.
See “Anti-Lock Brake
System Warning Light”
in
the Index.
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Here’s how anti-lock works. Let’s say the road is wet.
You’re driving safely. Suddenly an animal jumps out
in
front of you.
You slam on
the brakes. Here’s what happens with ABS.
A computer senses that wheels are slowing down. If one
of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will
separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at
both rear wheels. The anti-lock system can
change the brake pressure
faster than any driver could. The computer
is
programmed to make the most of available tire and
road conditions.
You can steer around the obstacle while braking hard.
As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updates on
wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly.
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If your vehicle starts to slide, ease your foot off the
accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the
vehicle to go.
If you start steering quickly enough, your
vehicle may straighten out. Always be ready for
a
second skid if it occurs.
Of course, traction is reduced when water, snow, ice,
gravel or other material is
on the road. For safety, you‘ll
want to slow down and adjust your driving to these
conditions.
It is important to slow down on slippery
surfxes because stopping distance will be longer and
vehicle control more limited.
While driving on a surfxe
with reduced traction, try
your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration
or
braking (including engine braking by shifting to a lower
gear). Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide.
You may not realize the surfdce is slippery
until your
vehicle is skidding. Learn to recognize warning
clues
-- such as enough water, ice or packed snow on
the road to make a “mirrored surface”
-- and slow
down when
you have any doubt.
Remember: Any anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps
avoid only
the braking skid.
Driving Gu idelines
This multipurpose passenger vehicle is defined as a
utility vehicle in Consumer Information Regulations
issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) of
the United States
Department of Transportation. Utility vehicles have
higher ground clearance and a narrower track to make
them capable of performing in a wide variety of off-road
applications. Specific design characteristics give them a
higher center of gravity than ordinary cars. An
advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better
view of the road allowing you
to anticipate problems.
They are not designed for cornering at
the same speeds
as conventional two-wheel-drive vehicles any more than
low-slung sports cars are designed to perform
satisfxtorily under off-road conditions.
If at all
possible, avoid sharp turns
or abrupt maneuvers. As with
other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle
correctly
may result in loss of control or
vehicle rollover.
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Payload
The payload capacity is shown on the CertificationRire
label. This is the maximum load capacity that your
vehicle can carry. Be sure to include the weight of the
occupants as part
of your load. If you added any
accessories or equipment after your vehicle left the
factory, remember to subtract the weight
of these things
from the payload.
Your dealer can help you with this.
Electronic Level Control
The rear of the vehicle is automatically kept level as you
load
or unload your vehicle. However, you should still
not exceed the
GVWR or the GAWR.
The ignition has to be on for the level control to work.
The system includes a small electric air compressor and
air-adjustable rear shock absorbers.
You may hear the compressor operating when you load
or unload your vehicle, and periodically
as the system
self-adjusts. This is normal. The compressor should operate for
brief periods
of time
If the sound continues for an extended period of time,
your vehicle needs service.
To keep your battery from
being drained. you may want to remove the
LD LEV
fuse in the fuse control panel until you can get your
vehicle serviced (see “Fuses and Circuit Breakers”
in
the Index).
Using heavier suspension components to get added
durability might not change your weight ratings.
Ask
your dealer to help you load your vehicle the right way.
NOTICE:
Your warranty does not cover parts or
components that fail because
of overloading.
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Driving On Grades
Reduce speed and shift to a 1owe.r gear Iwfow 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 km/h) to reduce the
possibility of engine and transmission overheating.
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.
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 twn your
engine off imnlediately 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 (PI for a few minutes before turning
the engine off.
If you do get the overheat warning. see
”Engine Overheating”
in the Index.
Parking on Hills
You really should not park your vehicle, with a trailer
attached.
on a hill. If‘ something goes wrong, your rig
could start
to move. People can be injured, and both
your vehicle and the trailer can be damaged.
But
if you ever have to park your rig on a hill, here‘s
how
to do it:
1.
-. 3
3.
4.
5.
Apply your regular brakes, but don’t shift into
PARK
(P) yet. Then turn your wheels into the curb
if facing downhill or into traffic if facing uphill.
Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels.
When the wheel chocks are
in place, release the
regular brakes
until the chocks absorb the load.
Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply your parking
brake, and then shift into PARK
(P).
Release the regular brakes.
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Appearance Care Materials Chart
PART NUMBER USAGE DESCRIPTION SIZE
994954 Exterior polishing cloth
Polishing Cloth - Wax
Treated
23 in. x 25 in.
1050172
Cleans
and lightly waxes Wash
Wax Concentrate
16 oz. (0.473 L) 1052870 Removes dirt,
grime, smoke
and fingerprints
Glass Cleaner
23 oz. (0.680 L) 1050427 Cleans
vinyl tops, upholstery and convertible tops
Vinyl
Cleaner
32
oz. (0.946 L) 1050214 Removes
soil and black marks from whitewalls
White Sidewall Tire Cleaner
16
oz. (0.473 L) 1050174 Use on chrome, stainless steel, nickel, copper and brass
Chrome
Cleaner and Polish
16 oz. (0.473 L) 1050173 Removes
tar, road
oil and asphalt
Tar and Road Oil Remover
16 oz. (0.473 L)
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1052918** Armor All TM Protectant 8 oz. (0.237 L) Protects leather, wood, acrylics, Plexiglas TM, plastic,
rubber and
vinyl
1052925
Attracts, absorbs and removes
soils Capture Dry Spot Remover 8 oz. (0.237 L) 1052930 Spray
on and rinse
with water
Wheel Cleaner
16 oz. (0.473 L) 1052929 16
oz. (0.473 L) Multi-Purpose
Interior
Cleans carpets, seats, interior trim, door panels
Cleaner and floor mats
12345002
16 oz. (0.473 L)
See your General Motors Parts Department for these products. **Not recommended for use on instrument panel vinyl.
Removes contaminants, blemishes and swirl marks
Surface Cleaner
16 oz. (0.473 L) 12377984 Removes light scratches and oxidation and protects finish
Cleaner
Wax 16
oz. (0.473 L) 12377966 Removes dust, fingerprints
and surface contaminants
Finish Enhancer
16
oz. (0.473 L) 12377964 Spray
on tire shine
Silicone Tire Shine
12
oz. (0.354 L) 12345725 Shines vehicle
without scratching
Synthetic Chamois
2.5
sq. ft.
1234572 1
Cleans and shines a variety of surface types
Armor All Cleaner
See “Fluids and Lubricants” in the Index.
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Name
RT TRN
RR PRK
TRL PRK
LT HDLP
RT HDLP
LT HI
RT HI
FR PRK
INT BAT
ENG
I
ECM B
ABS
ECM
1
HORN
BTS
I
BIU LP
IGN E
AIC
RAP
OXYSEN
Usage
Right Turn Signal Rear
Right Rear Parking Lamps
Trailer Park Lamps Left Headlamp
Right Headlamp
Left High Beam
Right High Beam
Front Parking Lamps
I/P Fuse Block Feed
Engine SensorsISolenoids, MAP,
CAM. PURGE, VENT
Engine Control Module, Fuel Pump,
Module, Oil Pressure
Anti-Lock Brake System
Engine Control Module Injectors Horn
Brake-Transmission Shift Interlock
Back-up
Lalllps
Engine
Air Conditioning
Retained Accessory Power
Oxygen Sensor
Name
IGN B
DRL
FOG LP
IGN
A
STUD #2
PARKLP
LR PRK
IGN C
HTDSEAT ATC
RRDFOG
HVAC
TRCHMSL
RR W/W
CRANK
LD LEV
HI BEAM
HAZLP
VECHMSL
HTDMIR
STOPLP
TBC
Usage
Column Feed, IGN 2, 3,4
Daytime Running Lamps
Fog Lamps
Starting and Charging IGN
I
Accessory Feeds, Electric Brake
Parking La~nps
Left Rear Parking Lamps Starter Solenoid, Fuel Pump. PRNDL
Heated Seat
Electronic Transfer Case
Rear Defogger
HVAC System
Trailer Center High Mount Stop Light
Rear Window Wiper
Clutch Switch, NSBU Switch
Electronic Load Leveling
HID Headlamps Hazard Lamps
Vehicle Center High
Mount Stop Lamp
Heated Mirror
Stoplamps
Truck Body Computer
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