manual transmission GMC JIMMY 1997 Owner's Manual

Section 2 Features and Controls
Here you can learn about the many standard and optional features on your vehicle. and information on starting.
shifting
and braking. Also explained are the instru~nsnt panel and the warning systems that tell you if everything is
working properly
-- and what to do if you have LI problem.
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2-9
2- 1 2
2-13
2-13
2- 15
2- 17
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2-23
2-23
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3-29
2-30
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Keys
Keyless Entry System (If Equipped)
Endgate/Liftgate
The
t't
New Vehicle "Break-In"
Ignition Positions
Starting Your Engine
Ensine Coolant Heater- (Option)
Automatic Transmission Operation
Manual Transmission
Locking Rear Axle
All-Wheel Drive
(If Equipped)
Four-Wheel Drive (If Equipped)
Parking Brake
Shifting
Into PARK (P) (Automatic
Trans~nission Models
Only)
Shifting Out of PARK (Pj
(Automatic Transmission) 2-33
3-34 -
2-33
2-.3S
2-36
- 7-38
3-45
2-41)
2-63
2-63
2-64
2-67 2-72
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Operation
When you press UNLOCK. the driver's door and
endgate will unlock automatically.
If you press
UNLOCK
again within five seconds. all doors will
unlock. Press LOCK to lock all the doors.
Press the
REAR button twice within 3 1/2 seconds to
unlock and unlatch the rear glass. If your vehicle has
an automatic transmission. the transmission must be
in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). If your vehicle has
a manual transmission, you must engage the
parking brake.
Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle
Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to
prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle.
If a transmitter is lost or stolen. a replacenm~t can be
purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring any
remaining transmitters with you when you go to yo~~r
dealer. When the doaler matches the replacement
transmitter to your
c.ehicle, any renlaining transmitters
Inust
also be matched. Once yo~~r dealer has coded the
new translnitter. the
lost transmitter will not unlock your
vehicle. Each vehicle can have
only two transmitters
matched
to it.
Battery Replacement
Under normal LIS~. the battery in your remote keyless
entry transmitter should last about
two years.
You can
tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won't
work at the normal range
in any location. If you have to
it's probably time to change the battery.
5 net close to your vehicle before the transmitter works,
1 NOTICE:
When replacing the battery, use care not to touch
any
of the circuitry. Static from your body
transferred to these surfaces may damage
the transmitter.
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NOTICE:
Don’t operate accessories in the ACCESSORY
position for long periods of time. Prolonged
operation of accessories in the ACCESSORY
position could drain your battery and prevent
you from starting your vehicle.
LOCK
(B): 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 (C): This position lets you turn off the engine but
still turn the steering wheel. Use OFF if you must have
your vehicle in motion while the engine is off (for
example, if your vehicle is being towed).
RUN (D): This is the position for driving.
START (E): This starts your engine.
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.
I NOTICE: I
If your key seems stuck in LOCK and you can’t
turn it, be sure you are using the correct key;
if
so, is it 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.
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Key Release Button
The key cannot be removed
from the ignition of 111anual
transmission vehicles
l~nless the
key release
button
is used.
To re~~xwe the key on manual transmission vehicles.
t111-n the key to the OFF position. Then turn the key to
the LOCK position while pressing the key release button
down
at the same tinle. Pull the key straight out.
On automatic transmission \:chicles, turn the key
to
LOCK and pdl it straight out.
Starting Your Engine
Automatic Transmission
Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
Your engine won't start in any otl~er position -- that's a
safety feature. To restart when you're 1111-cl:;~ciy moving,
use NEUTRAL
(N) only.
NOTICE:
Don't try to shift to PARK (P) if' your vehicle
is moving.
If you do, you could damage the
transmission. Shift to PARK (P) only when
your vehicle is stopped.
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Manual Transmission
NOTICE:
Holding your key in START for longer than
15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be
drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can
damage your starter motor.
2. If it doesn’t start right away, hold your key in
START. If it doesn’t start in 10 seconds. push the
accelerator pedal all the way clown I‘or five 11101-e
seconds, or until it starts.
I NOTICE:
Your engine is designed to work with the
electronics
in your vehicle. If you add electrical
parts or accessories, you could change the way
the engine operates. Before adding electrical
equipment, check with your dealer.
If you don’t,
your engine might not perform properly.
If you ever have to have your vehicle towed, see
the part
of this manual that tells how to do it
without damaging your vehicle. See “Towing
Your Vehicle” in the Index.
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Manual Transmission Operation
5-Speed
This is your shift pattern. Here’s how to
operate your transmission:
FIRST (1): Press the clutch pedal and shift into
FIRST
(I). Then, slowly let up on the clutch pedal as
you press the accelerator pedal.
You can shift into FIRST (1 ) when you‘re going less
than
20 mph (32 km/h). If you’ve come to a complete
stop and it’s hard
to shift into FIRST ( 1 ): put the shift
lever
in NEUTRAL (N) and let up on the clutch. Press
the clutch pedal back down. Then shift into FIRST
(1 ).
SECOND (2): Press the clutch pedal as you let up on
the accelerator pedal and shift into
SECOND (2). Then,
slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the
accelerator pedal.
THIRD, FOURTH AND FIFTH (3,4 and 5): Shift
into THIRD
(3). FOURTH (4) and FIFTH (5) the same
way you do for
SECOND (2). Slowly let up on the
clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal.
To stop, let
up on the accelerator pedal and press the
brake pedal. Just before the vehicle stops, press the
clutch pedal and the brake pedal. and shift to NEUTRAL
(N).
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NEUTRAL (N): Use this position when you start or
idle your engine.
REVERSE (R): To back up, press the clutch pedal, wait
about six seconds, then shift into
REVERSE (R). Then
let
up on the clutch pedal slowly while pressing the
accelerator pedal.
I NOTICE:
Shift to REVERSE (R) only after your vehicle
is stopped. Shifting to REVERSE
(R) while
your vehicle
is moving could damage
your transmission.
Use REVERSE (R), along with the parking brake. for
parking your vehicle.
Shift Light
SHIFT
If you have a manual
transmission. you have a
SHIFT light.
This light
will show you when to shift to the next higher
gear for best fuel economy.
When this
light comes on, you can shift to the next
higher gear
if weather, road and traffic conditions let
you. For the best fuel economy, accelerate slowly
and
shift when the light comes on.
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.
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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.
If your vehicle has four-wheel drive and is equipped
with a manual transmission. disregard the shift light
wlxn the transfer case is in 4LO.
Locking Rear Axle
If you have this feature. your rear axle can give you
additional traction
on sno\v, mud. ice, sand 01- gra~~l. It
works like a standard axle most of the time, but when
one of the rear nhxls has
no traction and the other does,
the locking feature
will allow the wheel with traction to
~nove the vehicle.
All-Wheel Drive (If Equipped)
If your \:chicle has all-wheel drive, your engine’s
driving power is sent to all four wheels for extra
traction. This is like four-wheel drive, but there is
no
lever or switch to engage or disengage the front axle.
It is fully automatic and adjwts itself as needed for
mid conditions.
Four-wheel Drive (If Equipped)
If your vehicle has four-wheel drive, you can send your
engine’s driving power
to all four wheels for extra
traction.
To shift out of two-wheel drive and into
four-wheel drive, move the transfer case shift lever to
4HI or 4LO. You should use ?HI for most normal
driving conditions.
1 NOTICE:
~~ ~~~~~ ~~ ~~~~
Driving in the 4HI or 41,O positions for a long
time on
dry or wet pavement could shorten the
life of your vehicle’s drivetrain.
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To shift into or out of 4LO:
1. The vehicle must be moving less than 3 mph
(4.8 km/h) with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N)
for an automatic transmission. For a manual
transmission, the clutch pedal must be engaged.
The preferred method
for shifting into or out of 4LO
is to have your vehicle moving I to 2 tnph (I .6 to
3.2 km/h).
2. Press the transfer case shift button and shift in one
continuous motion.
Don’t pause
in N SET PARK BRAKE as you shift into
or out of
4L0, or your gears could clash.
Remember that driving
in 4HI or 4LO may reduce fuel
economy. Also, driving in four-wheel drive on dry
pavement could cause your tires to wear faster and
make your transfer case harder to
shift and reduce
powertrain longevity.
Electronic Transfer Case (If Equipped)
If your four-wheel-drive
vehicle has the electronic
transfer case, the transfer
case switches are above
the radio controls.
Use these switches to shift into and out
of four-wheel
drive.
You can choose among three driving settings:
2HI: This setting is for driving in most street and
highway situations. Your front axle is not engaged
in
two-wheel drive. When this lamp is lit, it is about
one-half
as bright as the others.
4HI: This setting engages your front axle to help drive
your vehicle. Use
4HI when you need extra traction, such
as on snowy or icy roads. 01- in most off-road situations.
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4LO: This setting also engages your front axle to give
you extra traction. You may never need 4LO. It sends
the maximum power to all
four wheels. You might
choose 4LO
if you were driving off-road in sand, mud
or deep snow and climbing or descending steep hills.
Indicator lights
in the switches show you which setting
you are
in. The indicator lights will come on briefly when
you turn on
the ignition and one will stay on. If the lights
do not come
on, you should take your vehicle in for
service.
An indicator light will flash while shifting. It will
remain illuminated when the shift is completed.
Shifting from 2HI to 4HI
Press and release the 4HI switch. This can be done at
any speed. and the front axle will lock automatically.
Shifting from 4HI to 2HI
Press and release the 2HI switch. This can be done at
any speed. and the. front axle will unlock automatically.
Shifting from 2HI or 4HI to 4LO
To
shift from 2HI or .CHI to 4LO. the vehicle must be
stopped or moving less than
3 rnph (4.8 k~nh) with the
transmission
in NEUTRAL (N) in vehicles equipped with an
automatic transmission or the clutch pedal engaged
in
vehicles equipped with a manual transmission. The
preferred method for shifting into 4LO is to have your
vehicle moving
1 to 2 mph (I .6 to 3.2 kmh). Press
and release
the 4LO switch. You must wait for the
4LO indicator light to stop flashing and remain
illuminated before shifting your transmission into
gear or releasing
the clutch pedal.
If the 4L0 switch is pressed when your vehicle is
in
gear and/or moving, the 4LO indicator light will flash
for
30 seconds and not complete the shift unless your
vehicle is moving slower than
3 tnph (4.8 km/h) and
the transmission
is in NEUTRAL (N) or the clutch
pedal engaged.
On automatic transmission equipped vehicles,
if your
transfer case does
not shift into 4LO. your transmission
indicator switch may reyuire adjustment. With
your
transmission in NEUTRAL (N)! press and release the
4L0 switch. While the 4LO indicator light is flashing.
shift yo~lr transmission into PARK (P). Wait unlil the
4L0 indicator light remains illuminated before shifting
your trrmstnission
into gear. This will get you into 4LO.
but you should take
your vehicle in for service to restore
normal operation.