User manual GMC SAFARI 1998

[. . . ] I998 OWNER'S MANUAL SAFARI A COMFORTABLG IN C O tM M A N D'" I il ye stance e 0- c c i The 1998 GMC Safari Owner's Manual 1. -1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how use your seats and safety belts properly. It also explains "SIR" system. to the 2-1 3- 1 4- 1 Features and Controls This section explains how to start and operate your vehicle. Comfort Controls and Audio Systems This section tells youhow to adjust the ventilation and comfort controls and how to operate your audio system. Your Driving and the Road Here you'll find helpful information and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions. 5-1 ; i Problems on the Road This section tells what to do if you have a problem while driving, such a flat tireor overheated engine, etc. as 6-1 7-1 8-1 9-1 Service and Appearance Care Here the manual tells you how to keep your vehicle running properly and looking good. I Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what fluids and lubricants to use. Customer Assistance Information This section tells you how to contact GMC for assistance and how to get service and owner publications. [. . . ] For example, ifthe trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not work wen OT even at all. Yoa and your passengers could be seriously injured. Pull a trailer only if you have followed. d the l steps in this section. . Ask your dealer or-advice and information about towing trailer with a :a I roo don't usethe correct e your vehicle. 4-28 If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do, here are some important points: 0 There are many different laws, including speed limit Pulling a trailer improperly can damage your restrictions, havingto do with trailering. Make sure vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your rig will be legal, not only where you live but your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow also where you'll be driving. A good sourcefor this the advice in this part, and see your dealer for information can be state provincial police. or important information about towing a trailer 0 Consider using a sway control if your trailer will with your vehicle. You should always use a sway control if your trailer will weigh more than 2, 000 lbs. You can ask a hitch dealer Every vehicleis ready for some trailer towing. was built with trailering options, many are, it's ready as for heavier trailers. But traileringdifferent thanjust is 0 Don't tow a trailer all during thefirst 500 miles at driving your vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes (800 km) your new vehicle is driven. Your engine, in handling, durability and economy. Successful, fuel axle or other parts could damaged. be safe trailering takes correct equipment, and it has tobe 0 Then, during thef i s t 500 miles (800 k ) m that you used properly. tow a trailer, don't drive over mph (80 km/h) and 50 That's the reasonfor this part. In it are many don't make starts full throttle. This helps your at time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. engine and other parts your vehicle wear in the of at Many of these are important your safety and that for of heavier loads. your passengers. So please read this section carefully 0 You should use DRIVE (D) (or, you need to, a as before you pull a trailer. Operating your vehicle in DRIVE (D) when towing a trailer will minimize heat buildup and extend life of the your transmission. NOTICE: 4-29 Three important considerations have do with weight: to 0 0 the weight the of trailer, the weight of the trailer tongue and the weight on your vehicle's tires. Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming the driver andone passenger are in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment. weight of The additional optional equipment, passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight. You can ask your dealer our trailering information or for advice, or you can write us at address listedin your the Warranty and Owner Assistance Information Booklet. [. . . ] 4-35 9-9 Trailer (Continued) Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-30 Wiring Harness. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 Transportation. Courtesy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8 Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]