User manual GMC JIMMY 1997

[. . . ] ge 2-4 The 1997 GMC Jimmy Owner's Manual 1-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you h o w t o use your seats and sal'ety belts properly. I t also cxplains the "SIR" system. 2- 1 3- 1 Features and Controls This section explains how t o start and operate your vehicle. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells you how t o adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system. 4- 1 Your Driving and the Road Here you`ll find helpful information and tips about the road and how t o drive under different conditions. 5- 1 Problems on the Road This section tells what t o do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire o r overheated engine. etc 6- 1 71 8- 1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when t o perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you llow to contact GMC for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. It also gives you information on "Reporling Safety Defects" on pase X- I O . 9- 1 i ! We support voluntary technician certification. WE SUPPORT VOLUNTARY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION THROUGH GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, GMC, the GMC Emblem and the name JIMMY are registered tradernarks of General Motors Corporation. [. . . ] (1 8 14 kg) 4-Wheel Drive & 3. 08 3. 42 All-Wheel Drive. (2 268 kg) 4-Wheel Drive & All-Wheel Drive, Manual Trans. ( 1 8 14 kg) 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 Communication Centre 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario LI 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. Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming the driver and one passenger arein the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment. The weight of additional optional equipment, passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight. 4-47 Total Weight on Your Vehicle's Tires Be sure your vehicle's tires are inflated to the upper l i m i t for cold tires. You'll find these numbers on the Cel-tification/Tire label on the driver's door edge, above the door latch, or see "Tire Loading" in the Index. Then be S L you don't go over the GVW limit for your ~ vehicle, including the weight of the trailer tongue. A B Hitches It's important to have the correct hitch equipment. large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you'll need the right hitch. Here are some rules to follow: 0 If you're using a weight-carrying hitch, the trailer tongue (A) should weigh 10 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (B). If you're using a weight-distributill~ hitch, the trailer tongue ( A ) should weigh I2 percent of the total loaded trailer weight (B). If' YOLI'II be pulling a trailer that, when loaded, will weigh more than 2, 000 lbs. (900 kg), be sure to L W a properly mounted, weight-distributing hitch and sway control of the proper size. This equipment is very important for proper vehicle loading and good handling when you're driving. After you've loaded your trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper. If they aren't, you may be able to get them right simply by moving some. items around in the trailer. 4-48 Will you have to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install ti trailer hitch'? If you do. then be sure to seal the holes later when you remove the hitch. If you d o n ' t seal them, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) f~-om your exhaust can get into your vehicle (see "Carbon Monoxide" i n the Index). Dirt and water can, too. Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 1. 000 Ibs. (450 kg) loaded, then it needs its own brakes -- and they must be adequate. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you'll be able to install, adjust and n1aintain them properly. Safety Chains you should always attach chains between yo11rvehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer s o that the tongue w i l l not drop to the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. [. . . ] Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-51 Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-48 Starting Your Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 Steam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]