Owner's Manual
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... and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions. The 1997 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your vehicle running properly and looking good. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. 6-1 7-1 8- 1 Service and Appearance Care Here...
... and tips about the road and how to drive under different conditions. The 1997 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban Owner's Manual 1-1 2-1 Seats and Restraint Systems This section tells you how to use your vehicle running properly and looking good. Maintenance Schedule This section tells you when to perform vehicle maintenance and what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or overheated engine, etc. 6-1 7-1 8- 1 Service and Appearance Care Here...
Owner's Manual
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...Keys Door Locks Keyless Entry System Your Doors and How They Work Theft New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Gasoline Engine Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transmission Operation Locking Rear Axle Four-wheel Drive Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) Shifting Out of PARK (P) 2-29 2-29 2-30 2-3 1 2-33 2-3 3 2-40 2-42 2-44 2-48 2-5 8 2-59 2-60 2-62 2-64 Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked Windows Tilt Wheel Multifunction Lever Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Sun Visors Instrument...
...Keys Door Locks Keyless Entry System Your Doors and How They Work Theft New Vehicle "Break-In" Ignition Positions Starting Your Gasoline Engine Engine Coolant Heater Automatic Transmission Operation Locking Rear Axle Four-wheel Drive Parking Brake Shifting Into PARK (P) Shifting Out of PARK (P) 2-29 2-29 2-30 2-3 1 2-33 2-3 3 2-40 2-42 2-44 2-48 2-5 8 2-59 2-60 2-62 2-64 Parking Over Things That Burn Engine Exhaust Running Your Engine While You're Parked Windows Tilt Wheel Multifunction Lever Lamps Interior Lamps Mirrors Storage Compartments Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter Sun Visors Instrument...
Owner's Manual
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... transmitter. The interior lamps will unlock automatically when the REAR button on . Each vehicle can tellthe battery is pressed twice within three seconds. Operation To unlock the driver's door, press the UNLOCK button. When the dealer matches the replacement 2-7 If your dealer. Remember to bring any of the circuitry. Press the LOCK button to your vehicle is turned on for 40...
... transmitter. The interior lamps will unlock automatically when the REAR button on . Each vehicle can tellthe battery is pressed twice within three seconds. Operation To unlock the driver's door, press the UNLOCK button. When the dealer matches the replacement 2-7 If your dealer. Remember to bring any of the circuitry. Press the LOCK button to your vehicle is turned on for 40...
Owner's Manual
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... release the tailgate glass. When the switch is in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) for one second to activate the express down feature that allows the window to be lowered without holding the switch.Press and hold the side of the window switch marked AUTO for the release to work. To release the glass, press the top of the doors. Electric Tailgate Glass Release Before operating your electrictailgate glass release...
... release the tailgate glass. When the switch is in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) for one second to activate the express down feature that allows the window to be lowered without holding the switch.Press and hold the side of the window switch marked AUTO for the release to work. To release the glass, press the top of the doors. Electric Tailgate Glass Release Before operating your electrictailgate glass release...
Owner's Manual
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...control or the ignition, your cruisecontrol set speed memory is on the driver's side of your instrument panel. To turn on the dome lamps (with the vehicle doors closed) rotate the thumb wheel up to the first notch to return the radio display and gearshift indicator LEDdisplay to the second notch position. Lamps Rotate the knob clockwise again to the master lighting...them), Taillamps, License Plate Lamps and Instrument Panel Lights. Parking Lamps, A circuit breaker protects your lamps. Rotate the thumb wheel next to the knob up to turn signal/high beam lever. Rotate the knob ...
...control or the ignition, your cruisecontrol set speed memory is on the driver's side of your instrument panel. To turn on the dome lamps (with the vehicle doors closed) rotate the thumb wheel up to the first notch to return the radio display and gearshift indicator LEDdisplay to the second notch position. Lamps Rotate the knob clockwise again to the master lighting...them), Taillamps, License Plate Lamps and Instrument Panel Lights. Parking Lamps, A circuit breaker protects your lamps. Rotate the thumb wheel next to the knob up to turn signal/high beam lever. Rotate the knob ...
Owner's Manual
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Dome Lamp Switch B. Instrument Cluster K. Rear Window Defogger Switch (If Equipped) P. Hood Release S. Gearshift Lever G. Fuse Block J. Multifunction Lever E. Ashtray L. Tilt Lever (If Equipped) Q. A. Audio System H. Comfort Control System I. Storage Area or Compact Disc Player (If Equipped) 0. Glove Box R. Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (Air Bag) 2-61 Parking Brake Release F. Auxiliary Power Outlets N. Cupholder M. Air Outlets D. Lamp Controls C.
Dome Lamp Switch B. Instrument Cluster K. Rear Window Defogger Switch (If Equipped) P. Hood Release S. Gearshift Lever G. Fuse Block J. Multifunction Lever E. Ashtray L. Tilt Lever (If Equipped) Q. A. Audio System H. Comfort Control System I. Storage Area or Compact Disc Player (If Equipped) 0. Glove Box R. Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (Air Bag) 2-61 Parking Brake Release F. Auxiliary Power Outlets N. Cupholder M. Air Outlets D. Lamp Controls C.
Owner's Manual
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... are at acceptable levels for the life of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. I NOTICE: If you it repaired. An emission control system malfunction has beendetected on your warranty. This could lead to costly repairsthat may not run as good and your vehicle. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) (Gasoline Engine) Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of...
... are at acceptable levels for the life of the fuel, ignition and emission control systems. I NOTICE: If you it repaired. An emission control system malfunction has beendetected on your warranty. This could lead to costly repairsthat may not run as good and your vehicle. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Service Engine Soon Light) (Gasoline Engine) Your vehicle is equipped with a computer which monitors operation of...
Owner's Manual
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... of the air flowing into the passenger area of your vehicle. The control knob can be placed in any position between the floor outlets and instrument panel outlets. 0 fl +. *e +# Fan Knob The knobon the left sideof the heating system control panel controls the fan speed. This knob will allow you to blend the flow of air delivery. Move the knob counterclockwise toward the windshield. 3-2 VENT/HEAT Use...
... of the air flowing into the passenger area of your vehicle. The control knob can be placed in any position between the floor outlets and instrument panel outlets. 0 fl +. *e +# Fan Knob The knobon the left sideof the heating system control panel controls the fan speed. This knob will allow you to blend the flow of air delivery. Move the knob counterclockwise toward the windshield. 3-2 VENT/HEAT Use...
Owner's Manual
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... mode. conditioner's performance and your vehicle's fuel economy. When the right knob on the control panel is useful for maximum cooling. The recirculation button, between the fan and temperature knobs, allows the air inside escape. Air Conditioning On hot days, open the windows long enough to be recirculated. The A/C button, between HEATER and DEFROST, the recirculation feature willnot function. It will allow second seat passengers to...
... mode. conditioner's performance and your vehicle's fuel economy. When the right knob on the control panel is useful for maximum cooling. The recirculation button, between the fan and temperature knobs, allows the air inside escape. Air Conditioning On hot days, open the windows long enough to be recirculated. The A/C button, between HEATER and DEFROST, the recirculation feature willnot function. It will allow second seat passengers to...
Owner's Manual
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... to drive the vehicle, shift the transmission into the gear you have four-wheel drive), apply the regular brakes and release the parking brake. 4-56 Turn the ignition off . 2. Start the vehicle. Then shift the transfer case into NEUTRAL (N). 4. Set the parking brake. 2. Shift the transfer case into the range you want (if you want . If you are going to start the Power Take-Off. 7. Release the regular brakes to cool. 6. Using a Transfer Case Mounted Power Take...
... to drive the vehicle, shift the transmission into the gear you have four-wheel drive), apply the regular brakes and release the parking brake. 4-56 Turn the ignition off . 2. Start the vehicle. Then shift the transfer case into NEUTRAL (N). 4. Set the parking brake. 2. Shift the transfer case into the range you want (if you want . If you are going to start the Power Take-Off. 7. Release the regular brakes to cool. 6. Using a Transfer Case Mounted Power Take...
Owner's Manual
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.... See "Driving on a hot day. Turn on , you 're in a traffic jam, shift to NEUTRAL (N); Just to normal idle speed after high-speed driving. If the warning doesn't come back on your vehicle right away. Stop after two orthree minutes. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as normal idle speed. Now...
.... See "Driving on a hot day. Turn on , you 're in a traffic jam, shift to NEUTRAL (N); Just to normal idle speed after high-speed driving. If the warning doesn't come back on your vehicle right away. Stop after two orthree minutes. If the warning continues, pull over, stop, and park your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as normal idle speed. Now...
Owner's Manual
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...Identification Number (VIN) Electrical System Replacement Bulbs Capacities andSpecifications Normal Replacement Parts Air ConditioningSpecifications 6-1 Gasoline Engines Filling Your Tank Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine) Air Cleaner (Gasoline Engines) Automatic Transmission Fluid Rear Axle Four-wheel Drive Engine Coolant Radiator Pressure Cap Thermostat Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes 6-36 6-37 6-44 6-44 6-52 6-53 6-56 6-57 6-59 6-60 6-6 1 6-62 6-67 6-69 6-70 6-72 Battery Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires Appearance Care...
...Identification Number (VIN) Electrical System Replacement Bulbs Capacities andSpecifications Normal Replacement Parts Air ConditioningSpecifications 6-1 Gasoline Engines Filling Your Tank Checking Things Under the Hood Engine Oil (Gasoline Engine) Air Cleaner (Gasoline Engines) Automatic Transmission Fluid Rear Axle Four-wheel Drive Engine Coolant Radiator Pressure Cap Thermostat Power Steering Fluid Windshield Washer Fluid Brakes 6-36 6-37 6-44 6-44 6-52 6-53 6-56 6-57 6-59 6-60 6-6 1 6-62 6-67 6-69 6-70 6-72 Battery Bulb Replacement Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Tires Appearance Care...
Owner's Manual
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... outside temperatures are above 90°F (32" C). Checking Transmission Fluid Hot Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are 50°F (10°C) or more accurate reading of the fluid could geta false reading on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Let the engine run at least 30 minutes before adding...
... outside temperatures are above 90°F (32" C). Checking Transmission Fluid Hot Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are 50°F (10°C) or more accurate reading of the fluid could geta false reading on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts, starting a fire. Let the engine run at least 30 minutes before adding...
Owner's Manual
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... 14 4WD Indicator, Cluster, Front and Rear Comfort Controls, Instrument Switches, Radio Illumination, Chime Module 15 DRL Relay, Fog Lamp Relay Front and Rear Turn Signals, 16 Back-up Lamps, BTSI Solenoid Radio (Ignition) 17 18 4WALNCM, ABS, Cruise Control 19 Radio (Battery) PRNDL, Automatic Transmission, 20 Speedometer, Check Gages, Warning Lights Variable Effort Steering 21 22 Not Used 23 Rear Wiper, Rear Washer Pump 24 Front Axle, 4WD Indicator Lamp, TP2 Relay (Gasoline Engine) A Power Door Lock, Six-Way Power Seat, Keyless Entry Module B Power Windows Underhood Fuse/Relay Center The...
... 14 4WD Indicator, Cluster, Front and Rear Comfort Controls, Instrument Switches, Radio Illumination, Chime Module 15 DRL Relay, Fog Lamp Relay Front and Rear Turn Signals, 16 Back-up Lamps, BTSI Solenoid Radio (Ignition) 17 18 4WALNCM, ABS, Cruise Control 19 Radio (Battery) PRNDL, Automatic Transmission, 20 Speedometer, Check Gages, Warning Lights Variable Effort Steering 21 22 Not Used 23 Rear Wiper, Rear Washer Pump 24 Front Axle, 4WD Indicator Lamp, TP2 Relay (Gasoline Engine) A Power Door Lock, Six-Way Power Seat, Keyless Entry Module B Power Windows Underhood Fuse/Relay Center The...
Owner's Manual
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...). These intervals only summarize maintenance services. Drive Axle Service. Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used off paved roads. Every 100,000 Miles (166000 km): Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Use the Short Trip/City schedule for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area or used for these conditions. Gasoline Engines I Long Trip/Highway Definition -- Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection. Positive...
...). These intervals only summarize maintenance services. Drive Axle Service. Do not use this schedule if the vehicle is used off paved roads. Every 100,000 Miles (166000 km): Spark Plug Wire Inspection. Use the Short Trip/City schedule for trailer towing, driven in a dusty area or used for these conditions. Gasoline Engines I Long Trip/Highway Definition -- Every 60,000 Miles (100 000 km): Engine Accessory Drive Belt Inspection. Fuel Tank, Cap and Lines Inspection. Positive...
Owner's Manual
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... occurs first). Inspect hoses. Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: Uses such as found in the Index for what to use your vehicle under any of these conditions, thefluid andfilter do not require changing. 0Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation ( P c v ) valve. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule-- An Emission Control Service. When doing frequent trailer towing. An Emission Control Service.
... occurs first). Inspect hoses. Pressure test cooling system and pressure cap. DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: DATE ACTUAL MILEAGE SERVICED BY: Uses such as found in the Index for what to use your vehicle under any of these conditions, thefluid andfilter do not require changing. 0Inspect Positive Crankcase Ventilation ( P c v ) valve. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and neck. I Short TripKity Maintenance Schedule-- An Emission Control Service. When doing frequent trailer towing. An Emission Control Service.
Owner's Manual
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... an order form, please specify year and model nameof the vehicle. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $90.00 TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner's Manual and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $10.00 CURRENT & PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS Service Publications are written directly for all models. Each bulletin contains instructions to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks.
... an order form, please specify year and model nameof the vehicle. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $90.00 TRANSMISSION, TRANSAXLE, TRANSFER CASE UNIT REPAIR MANUAL This manual provides information on engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner's Manual and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $10.00 CURRENT & PAST MODEL ORDER FORMS Service Publications are written directly for all models. Each bulletin contains instructions to knowledgeably service General Motors cars and trucks.
Owner's Manual
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... Warning ...5-2 Flat Tire. French Language Manual ...11 FrontAxle ...6-25 2-20 Front Axle Locking Feature ...Front Park/Turn Signal Bulb Replacement ...6-39. 6-40 Front Sidemarker Lamp Bulb Replacement ...6-41 5-9 FrontTowing ...Fuel ...6-3 Filling Your Tank ...6-6 2-74 Gage ...6-5 In Foreign Countries ...Tank Capacity ...6-72 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...6-63 Gages Engine Coolant Temperature ...Engine Oil Pressure ...Fuel ...Speedometer ...Tachometer ...Voltmeter ...Garage Door Opener ...GAWR ... 2-68 2-71 2-74 2-63 2-63 2-66 2-48 4-42 Changing ...5-22 Fluid Capacities ...6-71 Fluid Leak...
... Warning ...5-2 Flat Tire. French Language Manual ...11 FrontAxle ...6-25 2-20 Front Axle Locking Feature ...Front Park/Turn Signal Bulb Replacement ...6-39. 6-40 Front Sidemarker Lamp Bulb Replacement ...6-41 5-9 FrontTowing ...Fuel ...6-3 Filling Your Tank ...6-6 2-74 Gage ...6-5 In Foreign Countries ...Tank Capacity ...6-72 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...6-63 Gages Engine Coolant Temperature ...Engine Oil Pressure ...Fuel ...Speedometer ...Tachometer ...Voltmeter ...Garage Door Opener ...GAWR ... 2-68 2-71 2-74 2-63 2-63 2-66 2-48 4-42 Changing ...5-22 Fluid Capacities ...6-71 Fluid Leak...
Owner's Manual
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... ...1-2 Power ...1-3 1-8 Rear ...Removing the Rear (Third) Seat (Suburban) ...1 . 15 Replacing the Rear (Third) Seat (Suburban) ...1-16 1. 1 Restraint Systems ...1-2 Seat Controls ...Securing a Child Restraint ...1-5 1. 1.54. 1-56 Second Gear. Ordering ...8- 1 1. 8. Engine ...6-69 Speech Impaired. Vehicle ...6-36 Stuck: In Sand. Ordering ...8- 11. 8. 12 EngineSoonLight ...2-69 Manuals. I2 Work. Tilt ...Step-BumperPad ...4-57 2-48 Storage Compartments ...Storage. Overhead ...2-50 Storage. Mud. Automatic Transmission ...2- 19 Security Shade ...2-55 Service ...6- 2 Bulletins...
... ...1-2 Power ...1-3 1-8 Rear ...Removing the Rear (Third) Seat (Suburban) ...1 . 15 Replacing the Rear (Third) Seat (Suburban) ...1-16 1. 1 Restraint Systems ...1-2 Seat Controls ...Securing a Child Restraint ...1-5 1. 1.54. 1-56 Second Gear. Ordering ...8- 1 1. 8. Engine ...6-69 Speech Impaired. Vehicle ...6-36 Stuck: In Sand. Ordering ...8- 11. 8. 12 EngineSoonLight ...2-69 Manuals. I2 Work. Tilt ...Step-BumperPad ...4-57 2-48 Storage Compartments ...Storage. Overhead ...2-50 Storage. Mud. Automatic Transmission ...2- 19 Security Shade ...2-55 Service ...6- 2 Bulletins...
Owner's Manual
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... Trailer Brakes ...4-50 Driving on Grades ...4-52 Driving with ...4-50 Engine Cooling When Towing ...4-45, 4-52 4-49 Hitches ...Maintenance When Towing ...4-54 Parking on Hills ...4-53 4-49 Safety Chains ...Tongueweight ...4-48 Total Weight on Tires ...4-49 Towing ...4-44 4-52 Turnsignals ...Weight ...4-45 4-54 Wiring Harness ...6-24 Transfer Case ...2-23 Transfer Case, Electronic ...2-21 Transfer Case, Manual ...Transmission Fluid, Automatic ...6-20 2-6 Transmitters, Keyless Entry ...Transportation, Courtesy ...8-8 2-63 Trip Odometer ...TTYUsers ...8-4 Turn Signal and Lane Change.Signals...
... Trailer Brakes ...4-50 Driving on Grades ...4-52 Driving with ...4-50 Engine Cooling When Towing ...4-45, 4-52 4-49 Hitches ...Maintenance When Towing ...4-54 Parking on Hills ...4-53 4-49 Safety Chains ...Tongueweight ...4-48 Total Weight on Tires ...4-49 Towing ...4-44 4-52 Turnsignals ...Weight ...4-45 4-54 Wiring Harness ...6-24 Transfer Case ...2-23 Transfer Case, Electronic ...2-21 Transfer Case, Manual ...Transmission Fluid, Automatic ...6-20 2-6 Transmitters, Keyless Entry ...Transportation, Courtesy ...8-8 2-63 Trip Odometer ...TTYUsers ...8-4 Turn Signal and Lane Change.Signals...
