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4. Remove the screw located behind the corner reflector to remove the entire corner reflector. 3. Completely remove the sidemarker/turn signal lamp by pulling out the assembly and disconnecting the sidemarker/turn signal lamp sockets from the lamp. 6-42

Section	Page
2002 GMC Safari Owner's Manual	1
Copyright General Motors Corp. 2001	2
For Canadian Owners Who Prefer a French Language Manual:	3
How to Use this Manual	4
Safety Warnings and Symbols	4
Vehicle Damage Warnings	5
Vehicle Symbols	5
Model Reference	7
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems	8
Seats and Seat Controls	9
Manual Front Seats	9
Two-Way Front Seat	9
Manual Lumbar Support (If Equipped)	10
Power Seat (If Equipped)	10
Reclining Seatbacks	11
Head Restraints	12
Seatback Latches	13
Rear Seats	14
Bucket Seats (If Equipped)	14
Bench Seats	14
Removing the Rear Seats	16
Replacing the Rear Seats	18
Safety Belts: They're for Everyone	20
Why Safety Belts Work	21
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
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster	27
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy	33
Right Front Passenger Position	34
Air Bag System	34
How the Air Bag System Works	36
Where are the air bags?	36
When should an air bag inflate?	38
What makes an air bag inflate?	38
How does an air bag restrain?	38
What will you see after an air bag inflates?	39
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle	40
Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle	41
Rear Seat Passengers	41
Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions	41
Lap-Shoulder Belt	42
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults	45
Center Passenger Position (Bench Seat)	47
Lap Belt	48
Children	49
Infants and Young Children (Except Cargo Vans)	49
Infants and Young Children (Cargo Vans)	52
Restraint Systems for Children	55
Where to Put the Restraint (Except Cargo Vans)	58
Where to Put the Restraint (Cargo Vans)	59
Top Strap	59
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position	62
Securing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat Position (Bench Seat)	64
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	66
Older Children	69
Safety Belt Extender	72
Checking Your Restraint Systems	72
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	73
Section 2 Features and Controls	74
Windows	75
Manual Windows	76
Power Windows (Option)	76
Express-Down Window	76
Keys	77
Front Doors	79
Rear Doors	79
Door Locks	81
Power Door Locks (If Equipped)	82
Programmable Automatic Door Locks (If Equipped)	82
Leaving Your Vehicle	83
Keyless Entry System (Option)	83
Operation	84
Panic Alarm Button	85
Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle	85
Battery Replacement	85
Sliding Door	86
Sliding Door Security Lock	87
Canceling the Sliding Door Security Lock	88
Rear Hatch/Rear Doors	89
Hatch Release	89
Theft	90
Key in the Ignition	90
Parking at Night	90
Parking Lots	90
Passlock	91
New Vehicle "Break-In"	91
Ignition Positions	92
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	93
Starting Your Engine	93
Fuel Regulator	94
Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)	95
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater	95
Automatic Transmission Operation	96
Tow/Haul Mode Button	99
Parking Brake	99
Shifting Into PARK (P)	100
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running	102
Torque Lock	102
Shifting Out of PARK (P)	103
Parking Over Things That Burn	103
Engine Exhaust	104
Running Your Engine While You're Parked	104
Locking Rear Axle (If Equipped)	105
All-Wheel Drive (Option)	105
Horn	105
Tilt Wheel (If Equipped)	106
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	106
Turn and Lane Change Signals	107
Turn Signal On Chime	107
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	108
Flash-to-Pass	108
Windshield Wipers	108
Windshield Washer	109
Rear Window Washer/Wiper (Option)	110
Cruise Control (Option)	111
Setting Cruise Control	111
Resuming a Set Speed	112
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control	112
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control	112
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control	113
Using Cruise Control on Hills	113
Ending Cruise Control	113
Erasing Speed Memory	113
Exterior Lamps	113
Automatic Headlamp System	114
Lamps On Reminder	115
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	115
Interior Lamps	116
Instrument Panel Brightness Control	116
Exit Lighting	116
Illuminated Entry	116
Dome Lamps	117
Battery Run-Down Protection	117
Mirrors	118
Inside Day/Night Rearview Mirror	118
Outside Manual Adjust Rearview Mirrors	118
Power Remote Control Rearview Mirrors (If Equipped)	118
Convex Outside Mirror	119
Storage Compartments	119
Overhead Console (Option)	121
Reading Lamps	122
Installing a Garage Door Opener	122
Driver Information System (If Equipped)	124
Sunglasses Storage Compartment	126
Convenience Net (Option)	127
Luggage Carrier (Option)	127
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter	128
Sun Visors	129
Visor Vanity Mirror (If Equipped)	129
Accessory Power Outlet	129
HomeLink Transmitter (Option)	130
Programming the Transmitter	130
Training a Garage Door Opener with a "Rolling Code" Feature (If Equipped)	131
Canadian Programming	132
Operating the HomeLink Transmitter	132
Erasing Channels	132
Resetting Defaults	132
Accessories	132
The Instrument Panel -- Your Information System	133
Instrument Panel Cluster	135
Speedometer and Odometer	136
Trip Odometer	136
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators	136
Safety Belt Reminder Light	137
Air Bag Readiness Light	137
Charging System Indicator Light	138
Voltmeter	139
Brake System Warning Light	139
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light	140
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	141
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light in the United States or Check Engine Light in Canada)	141
If the Light Is Flashing	143
If the Light Is On Steady	144
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs	145
Oil Pressure Gage	145
Security Light	146
Service AWD Light (If Equipped)	147
Tow/Haul Light	147
Check Gages Light	148
Fuel Gage	148
Low Fuel Light	149
Section 3 Comfort Controls and Audio Systems	150
Comfort Controls	151
Heating System	151
Fan Knob	151
Temperature Knob	151
Function Knob	151
Heating/Air Conditioning System (If Equipped)	152
Fan Knob	152
Temperature Knob	153
Function Knob	153
Rear Heating System (Option)	154
Rear Air Conditioning System (Option)	154
Air Conditioning	155
Heating	155
Defrosting	155
Rear Window Defogger (Option)	156
Ventilation System	157
Ventilation Tips	158
Audio Systems	159
Setting the Clock for Systems with the Set Button	159
Setting the Clock for Systems without Radio Data System	159
Setting the Clock for Systems with Radio Data System	159
AM-FM Stereo	160
Playing the Radio	160
Finding a Station	160
Setting Preset Stations	160
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)	161
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)	161
AM-FM Stereo with Compact Disc Player and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)	162
Playing the Radio	162
Finding a Station	162
Setting Preset Stations	163
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)	164
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)	164
Playing a Compact Disc	164
Compact Disc Messages	166
AM-FM Stereo with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player with Radio Data System (RDS) and Automatic Tone Control (If Equipped)	166
Playing the Radio	166
Finding a Station	167
Setting Preset Stations	167
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)	168
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)	169
Using RDS	169
Finding RDS Stations	170
Finding a PTY Preset Station	170
RDS Messages	171
Radio Messages	172
Playing a Cassette Tape	172
Cassette Tape Messages	174
Playing a Compact Disc	174
Compact Disc Messages	176
Rear Seat Audio (If Equipped)	176
Remote Compact Disc Player (If Equipped)	178
Theft-Deterrent Feature (If Equipped)	180
Activating the Theft-Deterrent Feature	180
Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a Power Loss	181
Disabling the Theft-Deterrent Feature	181
Theft-Deterrent Feature RDS Radios (If Equipped)	182
Understanding Radio Reception	182
AM	182
FM Stereo	183
Tips About Your Audio System	183
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player	184
Care of Your Compact Discs	185
Care of Your Compact Disc Player	185
Fixed Mast Antenna	185
Section 4 Your Driving and the Road	186
Defensive Driving	187
Drunken Driving	188
Control of a Vehicle	191
Braking	191
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)	192
Using Anti-Lock	194
Braking in Emergencies	194
Steering	194
Power Steering	194
Steering Tips	194
Driving on Curves	194
Steering in Emergencies	195
Off-Road Recovery	196
Passing	197
Loss of Control	198
Skidding	198
Driving at Night	199
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	201
Hydroplaning	202
Driving Through Deep Standing Water	203
Driving Through Flowing Water	203
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips	203
City Driving	204
Freeway Driving	205
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	206
Highway Hypnosis	207
Hill and Mountain Roads	207
Winter Driving	209
Driving on Snow or Ice	209
If You're Caught in a Blizzard	211
Recreational Vehicle Towing	212
Loading Your Vehicle	213
Payload	215
Trailering Package	215
Add-On Equipment	215
Towing a Trailer	216
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer	217
Tow/Haul Mode	218
Weight of the Trailer	219
Weight of the Trailer Tongue	220
Total Weight on Your Vehicle's Tires	221
Hitches	221
Safety Chains	222
Trailer Brakes	222
Driving with a Trailer	223
Following Distance	224
Passing	224
Backing Up	224
Making Turns	224
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer	225
Driving On Grades	225
Parking on Hills	226
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill	226
Maintenance When Trailer Towing	226
Trailer Wiring Harness	227
Section 5 Problems on the Road	228
Hazard Warning Flashers	229
Other Warning Devices	230
Jump Starting	230
Towing Your Vehicle	234
Engine Overheating	234
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine	235
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine	236
Cooling System	237
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank	239
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator	241
Engine Fan Noise	244
If a Tire Goes Flat	244
Changing a Flat Tire	245
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools	246
Removing the Wheel Covers	249
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire	250
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools	257
Compact Spare Tire	258
If You're Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow	260
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out	260
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care	261
Service	262
Doing Your Own Service Work	262
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle	263
Fuel	263
Gasoline Octane	263
Gasoline Specifications	264
California Fuel	264
Additives	264
Fuels in Foreign Countries	265
Filling Your Tank	265
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	268
Checking Things Under the Hood	268
Hood Release	269
Engine Compartment Overview	271
Engine Oil	272
Checking Engine Oil	272
When to Add Engine Oil	273
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use	274
Engine Oil Additives	275
When to Change Engine Oil	275
What to Do with Used Oil	276
Engine Cover	276
Removing the Engine Cover	276
Reinstalling the Engine Cover	280
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	280
Automatic Transmission Fluid	282
When to Check and Change	282
How to Check	282
Checking the Fluid Level	283
How to Add Fluid	285
Rear Axle	286
When to Check Lubricant	286
How to Check Lubricant	286
What to Use	286
All-Wheel Drive	287
Transfer Case	287
When to Check Lubricant	287
How to Check Lubricant	287
What to Use	287
Front Axle	288
When to Check and Change Lubricant	288
How to Check Lubricant	288
What to Use	288
Engine Coolant	289
What to Use	290
Checking Coolant	291
Adding Coolant	291
Radiator Pressure Cap	292
Power Steering Fluid	293
When to Check Power Steering Fluid	293
How to Check Power Steering Fluid	293
What to Use	293
Windshield Washer Fluid	294
What to Use	294
Adding Washer Fluid	294
Brakes	295
Brake Fluid	295
Checking Brake Fluid	296
What to Add	296
Brake Wear	297
Brake Pedal Travel	298
Brake Adjustment	298
Replacing Brake System Parts	298
Battery	299
Vehicle Storage	299
Bulb Replacement	300
Halogen Bulbs	300
Headlamps	300
Sealed Beam Headlamp	300
Composite Headlamps	301
Front Turn Signal Lamps	304
Taillamps	305
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	306
Tires	307
Inflation -- Tire Pressure	308
When to Check	308
How to Check	308
Tire Inspection and Rotation	309
When It's Time for New Tires	310
Buying New Tires	311
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	312
Treadwear	312
Traction -- AA, A, B, C	312
Temperature -- A, B, C	313
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	313
Wheel Replacement	314
Used Replacement Wheels	315
Tire Chains	315
Appearance Care	316
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle	316
Cleaning of Fabric/Carpet	316
Using Cleaner on Fabric	317
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems	317
Cleaning Vinyl	318
Cleaning Leather	318
Cleaning the Top of the Instrument Panel	318
Cleaning Interior Plastic Components	318
Care of Safety Belts	318
Cleaning Glass Surfaces	319
Cleaning the Outside of the Windshield, Backglass and Wiper Blades	319
Weatherstrips	320
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle	320
Washing Your Vehicle	320
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses	320
Finish Care	320
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped)	321
Cleaning Tires	322
Sheet Metal Damage	322
Finish Damage	322
Underbody Maintenance	323
Chemical Paint Spotting	323
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials	324
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	325
Engine Identification	325
Service Parts Identification Label	325
Electrical System	326
Add-On Electrical Equipment	326
Headlamp Wiring	326
Windshield Wiper Fuses	326
Power Windows and Other Power Options	326
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	327
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	327
Underhood Fuse Block	330
Replacement Bulbs	332
Capacities and Specifications	333
Engine Specifications	333
Wheel Nut Torque	333
Cooling System Capacities	333
Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity	334
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts	334
Section 7 Maintenance Schedule	335
Introduction	336
Your Vehicle and the Environment	336
Maintenance Requirements	336
How This Section is Organized	337
Part A: Scheduled Maintenance Services	338
Using Your Maintenance Schedule	338
Selecting the Right Schedule	338
Scheduled Maintenance	339
Short Trip/City Definition	339
Short Trip/City Intervals	339
Long Trip/Highway Definition	340
Long Trip/Highway Intervals	341
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance	342
Footnotes	342
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance	365
Footnotes	365
Part B: Owner Checks and Services	378
At Each Fuel Fill	378
Engine Oil Level Check	378
Engine Coolant Level Check	378
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check	378
At Least Once a Month	378
Tire Inflation Check	378
At Least Twice a Year	378
Restraint System Check	378
Wiper Blade Check	379
Spare Tire Check	379
Weatherstrip Lubrication	379
Automatic Transmission Check	379
At Least Once a Year	379
Key Lock Cylinders Service	379
Body Lubrication Service	379
Starter Switch Check	380
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check	380
Ignition Transmission Lock Check	381
Parking Brake and Automatic Transmission PARK (P) Mechanism Check	381
Underbody Flushing Service	381
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections	382
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection	382
Exhaust System Inspection	382
Fuel System Inspection	383

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