air intake GMC SAVANA 2002 Owner's Manual

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NOTICE:
Modifications made to the engine, transmission,
exhaust, intake or fuel system of your vehicle or
the replacement of the original tires with other
than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria
(TPC) can affect your vehicle's emission controls
and may cause the SERVICE ENGINE SOON or
CHECK ENGINE light to come on.
Modifications to these systems could lead to
costly repairs not covered by your warranty.
This may also result in a failure to pass a
required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test.
This light should come on, as a check to show you it is
working, when the ignition is on and the engine is not
running. If the light doesn't come on, have it repaired.
This light will also come on during a malfunction in one
of two ways:

Light Flashing
-- A misfire condition has been
detected. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and
may damage the emission control system on your
vehicle. Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis
and service may be required.

Light On Steady
-- An emission control system
malfunction has been detected on your vehicle.
Dealer or qualified service center diagnosis and
service may be required.

3-10 Ventilation Tips

Keep the hood and front air inlet free of ice, snow, or
any other obstruction (such as leaves). The heater
and defroster will work far better, reducing the
chance of fogging the inside of your windows.

When you enter a vehicle in cold weather, turn the
fan to HI for a few moments before driving off. This
helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture,
and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of
your windows.

Keep the air path under the front seats clear of
objects. This helps air to circulate throughout
your vehicle.
Your vehicle has air vents in the center and on the sides
of your instrument panel.
You can move the vents from side to side or up and
down to direct the flow of air, or close the vents
altogether. When you close a vent, it will increase the
flow of air coming out of any vents that are open.
Audio Systems
Your audio system has been designed to operate easily
and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the
most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it
first. Find out what your audio system can do and how
to operate all of its controls to be sure you're getting the
most out of the advanced engineering that went into it.
Setting the Clock for Systems without Radio
Data System
Press and hold the HR or MIN arrow for two seconds.
Then press the HR (down) arrow until the correct hour
appears. Press and hold the MIN (up) arrow until the
correct minute appears. The clock may be set with the
ignition on or off.

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Hydroplaning doesn't happen often. But it can if your
tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or
more is low. It can happen if a lot of water is standing on
the road. If you can see reflections from trees, telephone
poles or other vehicles, and raindrops ªdimpleº the
water's surface, there could be hydroplaning.
Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds.
There just isn't a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning.
The best advice is to slow down when it is raining.
Driving Through Deep Standing Water
NOTICE:
If you drive too quickly through deep puddles
or standing water, water can come in through
your engine's air intake and badly damage your
engine. Never drive through water that is slightly
lower than the underbody of your vehicle. If you
can't avoid deep puddles or standing water, drive
through them very slowly.
Driving Through Flowing Water
CAUTION:
Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces.
If you try to drive through flowing water, as you
might at a low water crossing, your vehicle can
be carried away. As little as six inches of flowing
water can carry away a smaller vehicle. If this
happens, you and the other vehicle occupants
could drown. Don't ignore police warning signs,
and otherwise be very cautious about trying to
drive through flowing water.
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips

Besides slowing down, allow some extra following
distance. And be especially careful when you pass
another vehicle. Allow yourself more clear room
ahead, and be prepared to have your view restricted
by road spray.

Have good tires with proper tread depth. See ªTiresº
in the Index.

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Engine:

Removal or rendering engine speed governor
(if equipped) inoperative so as to allow engine
speed to exceed manufacturer specifications.
Fan and Drive:

Removal of fan clutch (if equipped) or rendering
clutch inoperative.

Removal of the fan shroud (if equipped).
Air Intake:

Removal of the air cleaner silencer.

Modification of the air cleaner.
Exhaust:

Removal of the muffler and/or resonator.

Removal of the exhaust pipes and exhaust
pipe clamps.Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine)
If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see ªEngine Oil
(Diesel Engine)º in the Diesel Engine Supplement.
Checking Engine Oil
It's a good idea to check your engine oil every time you
get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must
be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground.
The engine oil dipstick
has a yellow handle and is
located near the center of
the engine compartment.
See ªEngine Compartment
Overviewº in the Index
for more information
on location.
Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to
drain back into the oil pan. If you don't, the oil dipstick
might not show the actual level.

Scheduled Maintenance
7-5
Short Trip/City Definition
Follow the Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance if
any one of these conditions is true for your vehicle:

Most trips are less than 5 miles (8 km). This is
particularly important when outside temperatures
are below freezing.

Most trips include extensive idling (such as frequent
driving in stop
-and-go traffic).

You frequently tow a trailer or use a carrier on top
of your vehicle.

If the vehicle is used for delivery service, police,
taxi or other commercial application.
One of the reasons you should follow this schedule
if you operate your vehicle under any of these
conditions is that these conditions cause engine oil
to break down sooner.
Short Trip/City Intervals
At 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Drive Axle Service
(2500 and 3500 Series with locking differential only).
Every 3,000 Miles (5 000 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change (or 3 months, whichever occurs first). Chassis
Lubrication (or 3 months, whichever occurs first).
Drive Axle Fluid Check.
Every 6,000 Miles (10 000 km): Tire Rotation.
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Diesel Engine Only:
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection, if driving in
dusty conditions. Drive Axle Service When Towing
(2500 and 3500 Series only). Gasoline Engine Only:
Noise Shields Inspection (GVWR above 10,000 lbs.
only). Diesel Engine Only: Shields and Underhood
Insulation Inspection. Diesel Engine Only:
Thermostatically Controlled Engine Cooling Fan
Check (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Diesel Engine Only: Air Intake System Inspection.
Front Wheel Bearing Repack (or at each brake
relining, whichever occurs first).

Scheduled Maintenance
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Long Trip/Highway Definition
Follow this scheduled maintenance only if none of
the conditions from the Short Trip/City Scheduled
Maintenance are true. Do not use this schedule if the
vehicle is used for trailer towing, driven in a dusty
area or used off paved roads. Use the Short Trip/City
schedule for these conditions.
Driving a vehicle with a fully warmed engine under
highway conditions will cause engine oil to break
down slower.
Long Trip/Highway Intervals
At 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Drive Axle Service
(2500 and 3500 Series with locking differential only).
Every 7,500 Miles (12 500 km): Engine Oil and Filter
Change (or every 12 months, whichever occurs first).
Chassis Lubrication (or every 12 months, whichever
occurs first). Drive Axle Fluid Check. Tire Rotation.
Every 15,000 Miles (25 000 km): Gasoline Engine
Only: Noise Shields Inspection (GVWR above
10,000 lbs. only). Diesel Engine Only: Shields
and Underhood Insulation Inspection. Diesel Engine
Only: Thermostatically Controlled Engine Cooling
Fan Check (or every 12 months, whichever
occurs first). Diesel Engine Only: Air Intake
System Inspection.

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
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Diesel Engine Only: Check the air intake system installation to assure that
gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections, fasteners and other
components are tight. Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing is
properly seated and the cover fits tightly. Tighten connections and fasteners or
replace damaged parts as necessary. This is a Noise Emission Control Service.
Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.

Diesel Engine Only: If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling
fan, inspect all hoses and ducts for proper hook
-up (or every 12 months,
whichever occurs first). Be sure the valve works properly. This is a Noise
Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the
United States.
18,000 Miles (30 000 km)

Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.

Lubricate chassis components (or every 3 months, whichever occurs first).
(See footnote #.)

Check axle fluid level and add fluid as needed.

Rotate tires. See ªTire Inspection and Rotationº in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)ACTUAL
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DATE

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
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30,000 Miles (50 000 km) (Continued)

Diesel Engine Only: Replace engine air cleaner filter.
An Emission Control Service.
Gasoline Engine Only: See ªEngine Air Cleaner Filter Restriction Indicator
Checkº in the Index.

Vehicles With GVWR Above 10,000 lbs. or Equipped with Diesel Engine
Only: Inspect shields for damage or looseness. Adjust or replace as required.
This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold
in the United States.

Rotate tires. See ªTire Inspection and Rotationº in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)

Diesel Engine Only: Check the air intake system installation to assure that
gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections, fasteners and other
components are tight. Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing is
properly seated and the cover fits tightly. Tighten connections and fasteners or
replace damaged parts as necessary. This is a Noise Emission Control Service.
Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.

Diesel Engine Only: If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling
fan, inspect all hoses and ducts for proper hook
-up (or every 12 months,
whichever occurs first). Be sure the valve works properly. This is a Noise
Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the
United States.

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
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Clean and repack the front wheel bearings (or at each brake relining,
whichever occurs first).
Diesel Engine Only:Inspect engine air cleaner filter if you are driving
in dusty conditions. Replace filter if necessary.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote
.)
Gasoline Engine Only: See ªEngine Air Cleaner Filter Restriction Indicator
Checkº in the Index.
Vehicles With GVWR Above 10,000 lbs. or Equipped with Diesel Engine
Only: Inspect shields for damage or looseness. Adjust or replace as required.
This is a Noise Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold
in the United States.
Diesel Engine Only: Check the air intake system installation to assure that
gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections, fasteners and other
components are tight. Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing is
properly seated and the cover fits tightly. Tighten connections and fasteners or
replace damaged parts as necessary. This is a Noise Emission Control Service.
Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.
Diesel Engine Only: If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling
fan, inspect all hoses and ducts for proper hook
-up (or every 12 months,
whichever occurs first). Be sure the valve works properly. This is a Noise
Emission Control Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the
United States.

Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
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Gasoline Engine Only: Conduct evaporative control system inspection. Check
all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook
-up, routing and condition.
Check that the purge valve works properly (if equipped). Replace as needed.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote
.)
Diesel Engine Only: Replace engine air cleaner filter.
An Emission Control Service.
Gasoline Engine Only: See ªEngine Air Cleaner Filter Restriction Indicator
Checkº in the Index.
Rotate tires. See ªTire Inspection and Rotationº in the Index for proper
rotation pattern and additional information. (See footnote +.)
Diesel Engine Only: Check the air intake system installation to assure that
gaskets are properly sealed and that all hose connections, fasteners and other
components are tight. Also check to be sure that the air cleaner housing is
properly seated and the cover fits tightly. Tighten connections and fasteners or
replace damaged parts as necessary. This is a Noise Emission Control Service.
Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.
Diesel Engine Only: If your engine has a thermostatically controlled cooling fan,
inspect all hoses and ducts for proper hook
-up (or every 12 months, whichever
occurs first). Be sure the valve works properly. This is a Noise Emission Control
Service. Applicable only to vehicles sold in the United States.
Diesel Engine Only: Check the crankcase depression regulator valve
system for any worn, plugged or collapsed hoses. See service manual.
An Emission Control Service.