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Capacities (Approximate) Please refer to "Recommended Fluids and Lubricants" in the Index for more information. Cooling System* ...11.7 quarts (11.1 L) Crankcase* ...4.5 quarts (4.3 L) Automatic Transmission (Drain and Refill)* ...5.0 quarts (4.7 L) Differential Fluid Front ...2.6 pints (1.2 L) Rear ...4.0 pints (1.9 L) Fuel Tank ...18.0 gallons (68.0 L) A/C Refrigerant ...See refrigerant charge label under the hood. *After refill, the level must be checked. Thermostat ...12559051 Oil Filter ...PF52 Air Cleaner Filter ...A1163C PCV Valve ...CV769C Automatic Transmission Filter Kit ...24200796 Spark Plugs ...41-932 Fuel Filter ...GF481 Front Windshield Wiper Blade ...Trico (20 inches/50.8 cm) Backglass Wiper Blade ...Trico (14 inches/35.6 cm) Vehicle Dimensions Wheelbase ...107.0 inches (271.8 cm) Length ...181.5 inches (460.0 cm) Height ...67.0 inches (170.2 cm) Width ...67.8 inches (172.2 cm) Front Tread ...57.3 inches (145.4 cm) Rear Tread ...55.1 inches (139.9 cm) Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest information available at the time of printing, and are subject to change. If a part listed in this manual is not the same as the part used in your vehicle when it was built, or if you have any questions, please contact your GMC dealer. 6-61

Section	Page
2000 GMC Envoy Owner's Manual	1
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Here Are Questions Many People Ask About Safety Belts -- and the Answers	24
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly	25
Adults	25
Driver Position	25
Lap-Shoulder Belt	25
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	31
Right Front Passenger Position	32
Air Bag System	32
How the Air Bag System Works	34
Where are the air bags?	34
When should an air bag inflate?	35
What makes an air bag inflate?	35
How does an air bag restrain?	36
What will you see after an air bag inflates?	36
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle	37
Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag- Equipped Vehicle	38
Rear Seat Passengers	39
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions	39
Lap-Shoulder Belt	39
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults	42
Center Rear Passenger Position	45
Lap Belt	45
Children	46
Smaller Children and Babies	46
Child Restraints	49
Where to Put the Restraint	52
Top Strap	53
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position	54
Center Seat Position	56
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	57
Larger Children	59
Safety Belt Extender	62
Checking Your Restraint Systems	62
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	62
Section 2 Features and Controls	63
Keys	64
Door Locks	66
Power Door Locks	67
Rear Door Security Lock	67
Lockout Prevention	67
Leaving Your Vehicle	68
Keyless Entry System	68
Operation	69
Remote Panic Alarm	69
Matching Transmitter(s) To Your Vehicle	69
Battery Replacement	69
Resynchronization	70
Liftgate/Liftglass	71
Liftgate Release	71
Emergency Release for Opening Liftgate	72
Remote Liftglass Release	72
Theft	72
Key in the Ignition	73
Parking at Night	73
Parking Lots	73
Content Theft-Deterrent	73
Testing the Alarm	74
Passlock	75
New Vehicle Break-In	75
Ignition Positions	76
Retained Accessory Power	77
Starting Your Engine	77
Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)	79
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater	79
Automatic Transmission Operation	80
Tow/Haul Selector Switch	82
Four-Wheel Drive	83
Automatic Transfer Case	83
Shifting to 4HI or AUTO 4WD	85
Shifting to 2HI	85
Shifting to 4LO	85
Shifting Out of 4LO	85
Shifting to NEUTRAL	86
Shifting Out of NEUTRAL	86
Parking Brake	87
Shifting Into PARK (P)	88
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running	89
Torque Lock	89
Shifting Out of PARK (P)	90
Parking Over Things That Burn	90
Engine Exhaust	91
Running Your Engine While You re Parked	91
Locking Rear Axle	92
Windows	92
Power Windows	92
Express- Down Window	93
Lockout Switch	93
Horn	93
Tilt Wheel	94
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	94
Turn and Lane Change Signals	95
Turn Signal On Chime	95
Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer	95
Flash-To-Pass Feature	96
Windshield Wipers	96
Windshield Washer	97
Rear Window Washer/Wiper	97
Cruise Control	98
Setting Cruise Control	99
Resuming a Set Speed	99
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control	100
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control	100
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control	100
Using Cruise Control on Hills	100
Ending Cruise Control	100
Erasing Speed Memory	100
Exterior Lamps	101
Automatic Headlamp System	101
Lamps On Reminder	102
Daytime Running Lamps	102
Fog Lamps	103
Interior Lamps	103
Brightness Control	103
Illuminated Entry	103
Exit Lighting	104
Front Reading Lamps	104
Dome Lamps	104
Battery Run-Down Protection	104
Mirrors	105
Electrochromic Day/Night Inside Rearview Mirror	105
Time Delay	105
Cleaning the Photocells	105
Power Remote Control Mirror	106
Convex Outside Mirror	106
Heated Outside Rearview Mirror	106
Electrochromic Rearview Outside Mirror	106
Power Folding Mirrors	107
Storage Compartments	107
Glove Box	107
Overhead Console	107
Reading Lamps Driver Information System	108
Sunglasses Storage Compartment	110
Center Floor Console	111
Convenience Net	112
Cargo Security Shade	112
Cargo Tie Downs	113
Luggage Carrier	113
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter	115
Sun Visors	115
Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror	115
Accessory Inflator	116
Accessory Power Outlets	117
Cellular Telephone (Option)	117
OnStar System (If Equipped)	118
Sunroof (If Equipped)	118
HomeLink Transmitter	119
Programming the Transmitter	120
Operating the Transmitter	121
Training a Garage Door Opener with a Rolling Code Feature (If Equipped)	121
Erasing Channels	122
Accessories	122
Instrument Panel	123
Instrument Panel Cluster	124
Speedometer and Odometer	125
Trip Odometer	125
Tachometer	125
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators	126
Safety Belt Reminder Light	126
Air Bag Readiness Light	127
Charging System Indicator Light	128
Voltmeter Gage	128
Brake System Warning Light	129
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light	130
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	130
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light)	131
If the Light Is Flashing	132
If the Light Is On Steady	132
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs	133
Oil Pressure Gage	134
Security Warning Light	135
Service Four-Wheel-Drive Warning Light	135
Tow/Haul Mode Light	136
Check Gages Light	136
Gate Ajar Light	136
Fuel Gage	136
Low Fuel Light	137
Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems	138
Comfort Controls	139
Electronic Climate Control System	139
Fan Control	139
Temperature Knob	139
Mode Knob -- Automatic Operation	140
Mode Knob -- Manual Operation	141
Air Conditioning	142
Heating	142
Defogging and Defrosting	142
Rear Window Defogger	143
Ventilation System	143
Ventilation Tips	144
Audio Systems	145
Setting the Clock	145
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape Player	145
Playing the Radio	145
Finding a Station	146
Setting the Tone	147
Adjusting the Speakers	147
Playing a Cassette Tape	148
CD Adapter Kits	149
AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player (If Equipped)	150
Playing the Radio	150
Finding a Station	150
Setting the Tone	151
Adjusting the Speakers	152
Playing a Compact Disc	152
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)	154
Console-Mounted CD Changer	156
Compact Disc Changer Errors	158
Theft-Deterrent Feature	159
Activating the Theft- Deterrent Feature	159
Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss	160
Disabling the Theft- Deterrent Feature	160
Audio Steering Wheel Controls	161
Understanding Radio Reception	162
AM	162
FM Stereo	162
Tips About Your Audio System	162
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player	163
Care of Your Compact Discs	164
Care of Your Compact Disc Player	164
Fixed Mast Antenna	164
Section 4 Your Driving and the Road	165
Your Driving, the Road and Your Vehicle	166
Driver Behavior	166
Driving Environment	166
Vehicle Design	167
Defensive Driving	167
Drunken Driving	168
Control of a Vehicle	171
Braking	171
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)	172
Using Anti- Lock	174
Braking in Emergencies	174
Steering	174
Power Steering	174
Steering Tips	174
Driving on Curves	174
Steering in Emergencies	175
Off-Road Recovery	176
Passing	177
Loss of Control	178
Skidding	178
Off-Road Driving with Your Four- Wheel- Drive Vehicle	179
Before You Go Off-Roading	180
Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving	180
Environmental Concerns	181
Traveling to Remote Areas	181
Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving	181
Scanning the Terrain	182
Driving on Off-Road Hills	183
Approaching a Hill	183
Driving Uphill	184
Driving Downhill	187
Driving Across an Incline	188
Stalling on an Incline	189
Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or Ice	190
Driving in Water	191
After Off-Road Driving	192
Driving at Night	192
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	194
Hydroplaning	195
Driving Through Deep Standing Water	196
Driving Through Flowing Water	196
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips	196
City Driving	197
Freeway Driving	198
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	199
Highway Hypnosis	200
Hill and Mountain Roads	200
Winter Driving	202
Driving on Snow or Ice	202
If You re Caught in a Blizzard	204
Recreational Vehicle Towing	205
Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles	206
Loading Your Vehicle	207
Payload	209
Electronic Level Control	209
Add-On Equipment	210
Towing a Trailer	210
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer	211
Tow/Haul Mode	212
Weight of the Trailer	213
Weight of the Trailer Tongue	213
Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires	214
Hitches	214
Safety Chains	215
Trailer Brakes	215
Driving with a Trailer	216
Following Distance	217
Passing	217
Backing Up	217
Making Turns	217
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer	218
Driving On Grades	218
Parking on Hills	219
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill	220
Maintenance When Trailer Towing	220
Trailer Wiring Harness	220
Section 5 Problems on the Road	221
Hazard Warning Flashers	222
Other Warning Devices	223
Jump Starting	223
Towing Your Vehicle	227
Engine Overheating	228
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine	229
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine	230
Cooling System	231
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank	233
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator	236
Engine Fan Noise	239
If a Tire Goes Flat	239
Changing a Flat Tire	240
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools	240
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire	243
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools	248
If You re Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow	250
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out	251
Using the Recovery Hooks	251
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care	253
Service	254
Doing Your Own Service Work	254
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle	255
Fuel	255
Fuels in Foreign Countries Filling Your Tank	257
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	259
Checking Things Under the Hood	260
Engine Oil	262
Checking Engine Oil	262
When to Add Engine Oil	263
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use	264
Engine Oil Additives	265
When to Change Engine Oil	265
Remote Oil Filter	266
What to Do with Used Oil	266
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	267
Automatic Transmission Fluid	268
When to Check and Change	268
How to Check	268
Checking Transmission Fluid Cold	269
Checking the Fluid Level	269
How to Add Fluid	271
Rear Axle	271
When to Check and Change Lubricant	271
How to Check Lubricant	271
What to Use	272
Four-Wheel Drive	272
Transfer Case	272
When to Check Lubricant	272
How to Check Lubricant	272
What to Use	272
Front Axle	273
When to Check and Change Lubricant	273
How to Check Lubricant What to Use	273
Engine Coolant	273
What to Use	274
Checking Coolant	275
Adding Coolant	275
Radiator Pressure Cap	276
Power Steering Fluid	277
When to Check Power Steering Fluid	277
How to Check Power Steering Fluid	277
What to Use	277
Windshield Washer Fluid	278
What to Use	278
Adding Washer Fluid	278
Brakes	279
Brake Fluid	279
Checking Brake Fluid What to Add	280
Brake Wear	281
Brake Pedal Travel	282
Brake Adjustment	282
Replacing Brake System Parts	282
Battery	283
Vehicle Storage	283
Bulb Replacement	283
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting	283
Halogen Bulbs	284
Headlamps	284
Composite High-Beam Headlamp System	284
Front Turn Signal Lamp Assembly	285
Taillamps	286
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	287
Backglass Wiper Blade Replacement	289
Tires	289
Inflation -- Tire Pressure	290
When to Check	290
How to Check	290
Tire Inspection and Rotation	291
When It s Time for New Tires	292
Buying New Tires	293
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	294
Treadwear	294
Traction -- AA, A, B, C	294
Temperature -- A, B, C	295
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	295
Wheel Replacement	295
Used Replacement Wheels	296
Tire Chains	297
Appearance Care	297
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle	298
Cleaning of Fabric/Carpet	298
Using Multi-Purpose Interior Cleaner on Fabric	298
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Cleaning Vinyl	299
Cleaning Leather	299
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel	300
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components	300
Cleaning Wood Panels	300
Care of Safety Belts	300
Cleaning Glass Surfaces	301
Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield, Backglass and Wiper Blades	301
Weatherstrips	301
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle	302
Washing Your Vehicle	302
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses	302
Finish Care	302
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels	303
Cleaning Tires	303
Sheet Metal Damage	303
Finish Damage	304
Underbody Maintenance	304
Chemical Paint Spotting	304
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials	305
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	306
Engine Identification	306
Service Parts Identification Label	306
Electrical System	307
Add-On Electrical Equipment	307
Windshield Wipers	307
Power Windows and Other Power Options	307
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	307
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	308
Engine Compartment Fuse Block	310
Replacement Bulbs	312
Capacities and Specifications	312
Wheels and Tires	312
Capacities (Approximate)	313
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts	313
Vehicle Dimensions	313
Section 7 Maintenance Schedule	314
Introduction	315
Your Vehicle and the Environment	315
Maintenance Requirements	315
How This Section is Organized	316
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services	317
Using Your Maintenance Schedule	317
Selecting the Right Schedule	317
Scheduled Maintenance	318
Short Trip/City Definition	318
Short Trip/City Intervals	318
Long Trip/Highway Definition	319
Long Trip/Highway Intervals	320
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance	321
Footnotes	321
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance	343
Footnotes	343
Part B: Owner Checks and Services	355
At Each Fuel Fill	355
Engine Oil Level Check	355
Engine Coolant Level Check	355
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check	355
At Least Once a Month	355
Tire Inflation Check	355
Cassette Deck Service	355
At Least Twice a Year	355
Restraint System Check	355
Wiper Blade Check	356
Spare Tire Check	356
Weatherstrip Lubrication	356
Automatic Transmission Check	356
At Least Once a Year	356
Key Lock Cylinders Service	356
Body Lubrication Service	356
Starter Switch Check	357
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check	357
Ignition Transmission Lock Check	358
Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission PARK (P) Mechanism Check	358
Underbody Flushing Service	358
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections	359
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection	359
Exhaust System Inspection	359
Engine Cooling System Inspection	359
Throttle System Inspection	360
Drive Axle Service	360
Transfer Case (Four-Wheel Drive) Inspection	360
Brake System Inspection	360
Part D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	361
Part E: Maintenance Record	363
Section 8 Customer Assistance Information	366
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	367
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	369
Customer Assistance Offices	369
United States	369
Canada	370
All Overseas Locations	370
Caribbean Numbers	370
GM Mobility Program for Persons with Disabilities	370
Roadside Assistance	371
Canadian Roadside Assistance	372
Courtesy Transportation	373

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