User manual GMC SAFARI 1994

[. . . ] 0W ner S Manual INTRODUCTION 1994 GMC Safari Owner's Manual Welcome This manual was prepared to acquaint you with theoperation and maintenance of your 1994 GMC Safari and to provide important safety information. There is also a GMC Truck Warranty and Owner Assistance Information booklet. In some vehicles, there can be information manuals from other manufacturers like body builders or special equipment companies. We urge you to review all these publications carefully. [. . . ] Here are some rulesto follow: a If you'll be pulling a trailer that, when loaded, will weigh more than 2, 000 pounds (900 kg), be sure to use a properly mounted, weight-distributing hitch and sway control the proper size. This of equipment is very important for proper vehicle loading and good handling when you're driving. 0 Will youhave to make any holes in the body your vehicle when you of install a trailerhitch?If you do, then be sure to seal theholes later when you remove the hitch. you don't seal them, deadly If carbon monoxide (CO) from your exhaust can get into your vehicle (see "Carbon Monoxide" in the Index). Dirt and water can, too. Safety Chains You should alwaysattach chains betweenyour vehicle and your trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongueof the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if becomes separatedfrom the hitch. Instructions it about safety chains may be provided the hitch manufactureror by the by trailer manufacturer. Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for attaching safety chains. Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig. And, never allow safety chains drag on the ground. to Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 1, 000 pounds (450 kg) loaded, then it needs its own brakes - and they must be adequate. sure to read and follow the Be instructions for the trailer brakesso you'll be able to install, adjust and maintain them properly. Your trailer brake system can tap into your vehicles's hydraulic brake system, except: Don't tap into your vehicle's brake system if trailer's brake system the will use more than 0. 02 cubic inch ( 0 . 3 ~of ) ~ fluid from your vehicle's master cylinder. If it does, both braking systems won't work well. You could even lose your brakes. 4-26 Will the trailer parts take 3, 000 psi (20 650 P a ) of pressure?If not, the trailer brake system must not be used with your vehicle. If everything checks out this far, then make the brake fluid tap at the port on the master cylinder that sends fluid to the rear brakes. But don't use copper tubing for this. If you do, itwill bend and finally break off. Use steel brake tubing. Driving witha Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Before setting out for the open road, you'll want to get to know your rig. Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking withthe added weightof the trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you aredriving is now a good deal longer and not nearlyso responsive as yourvehicle is by itself. [. . . ] 2-30 Lane Change Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-30, 2-61 T Theft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11 Thermostat . 6-29 Tilt Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-29 Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]