1998 GMC Safari Service and Repair Manual
This factory service and repair manual for the 1998 GMC Safari covers the long-wheelbase van only, as a three-door extended cargo van or a three-door extended passenger van, and its trim list has no Base entry: SL, SLE, SLT and SLX are what appear. The single engine is the 4.3L V6, 262 cubic inches, overhead-valve, naturally aspirated, gasoline. Body electrical content has grown by this point, and the wiring diagrams, diagnostics, procedures, specifications and torque values are grouped by system to keep that manageable.
Engines covered
- 4.3L V6 (262 cu in) — OHV, naturally aspirated, gasoline
Body styles covered
- 3-door extended cargo van
- 3-door extended passenger van
Trims covered
- SL
- SLE
- SLT
- SLX
Known issues on the 1998 Safari. Five recalls are on the federal record. A short circuit in the outside rearview mirror switch can disable it, damage the driver's door with heat and even ignite components inside it. Integrated child seats may be missing a retractor spring, leaving the belt locked or unable to lock. The audible belt reminder may not sound at all or may stop short of the required interval. Owner complaints reach 112, with 17 on the service brakes, ten on the steering and nine on vehicle speed control, so door wiring and brake diagnostics both get use.
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, MINI VANS, AND PICKUP TRUCKS MAY DEVELOP A SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE ELECTRIC OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR SWITCH.
IF THIS WERE TO HAPPEN, IT COULD RESULT IN AN INOPERATIVE SWITCH, HEAT DAMAGE TO THE DRIVER'S DOOR,
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A FUSED JUMPER HARNESS TO THE ELECTRIC OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR SWITCH. OWNER
This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its own at a full turn.
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its own at a full turn.
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and
This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its own at a full turn.
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Procedures to Unlock Delco Radio with Theftlock.
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO THE TECHNICIAN ABOUT VEHICLE THAT AFTER A TRANSMISSION OR TORQUE CONVERTER REPLACEMENT THE VEHICLE MAY HAVE A HARSH 1-2 UPSHIFT AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT OR SERVICE ENGINE
Showing the 8 most recent of 42 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.
WHILE DRIVING 20-25MPH AND GOING STRAIGHT VEHICLE MADE A POPPING NOISE, AND STEERING FAILED. VEHICLE WAS FORCED TO GO INTO A DITCH DUE TO STEERING WHEEL NOT BEING ABLE TO TURN. THERE WAS ONE INJURY
WAS CROSSING A 4- LANE HIGHWAY WHEN ANOTHER VEHICLE BROADSIDED SAFARI. UPON IMPACT, NEITHER AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. DRIVER SUFFERED SPINAL INJURY AND WAS HOSPITALIZED. POLICE REPORT INCLUDED. *AK
CONSUMER LOST CONTROL BECAUSE BRAKES DID NOT CATCH, CAUSING HIM TO HIT A PARKED CAR. HE WAS BACKING OUT OF DRIVEWAY.*AK
DRIVER COULD NOT AVOID HITTING OTHER VEHICLE DUE TO STEERING LOCKING UP WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES.
CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN A 30 MPH HEAD-ON COLLISION IN WHICH DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK
Showing the 5 most serious of 111 complaints filed with NHTSA.
