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2002
CHEVY TAHOE
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OVERVIEW:
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The Tahoe fullsize sport-utility
vehicle is targeted at, and appeals to, buyers who want vehicle versatility
and the capability of carrying cargo and passengers, as well as towing
capacity.
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NEW FOR 2002:
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- Liftgate now standard equipment
- Electronic climate control
now standard on LS model
- Discontinued base trim
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MODELS:
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Tahoe LS
Tahoe LT
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(4-door, 2WD/4WD)
(4-door, 2WD/4WD)
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VEHICLE CLASS:
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Fullsize Utility
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ASSEMBLY LOCATIONS:
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Janesville, Wisconsin
Arlington, Texas
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CUSTOMER PROFILE:
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Chevy Tahoe is primarily targeted at active families or individuals who need a vehicle to carry passengers or cargo wherever they want to go. Most buyers are white-collar professionals. Purchase reasons include quality, roominess, power and towing capacity.
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PRODUCT MILESTONES:
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1970
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Model debuts
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1973
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Front-wheel disc brakes introduced
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1975
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Optional removable hardtop discontinued
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1976
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305-cu.in. V8 engine introduced
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1977
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Soft-Ride suspension introduced
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1980
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Silverado package added to model lineup
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1982
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New 6.2L diesel engine introduced; 4-speed automatic overdrive transmission available
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1990
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Rear-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS); additional use of 2-sided galvanized steel for improved corrosion protection
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1992
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New-generation model adopts styling, chassis and powertrain of fullsize pickup; longer wheelbase, higher GVWR and greater towing capacity; modifications for one additional passenger; 4-wheel drive and 4-wheel ABS become standard
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1993
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4L60-E electronic transmission introduced
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1994
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6.5L Turbo Diesel introduced
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1995
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Standard driver-side air bag; mid-year introduction of 4-door models; redesigned instrument panel; available remote keyless entry system; name changed from "K-Blazer" to Tahoe
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1996
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Two-door models become available with 2-wheel drive; new Vortec 5700 SFI V8 engine; rear seat heat ducts on all models; electric shift transfer case available
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1997
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Standard passenger-side air bag; speed-sensitive steering; increased trailer-hitch rating to 2270 kg. (5000 lb.); improved turning radius on 4WD models
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1998
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New Comfort and Security package (includes heated seats, 6-way power seat adjusters, outside mirrors with defogger and electrochromic glass, and Homelink 3-channel transmitter); AutoTrac all-wheel drive system; outside temperature readout added to inside rearview mirror
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1999
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PASSLock security system full functional after ignition has been turned off; AutoTrac offers new "state-of-the-art" automatic 4-wheel drive technology; 4-wheel drive front axle actuator engages/disengages front axle electronically, and decreases engagement/ disengagement time to two seconds or less; new starter motor provides longer starter motor life cycle and improves corrosion resistance
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2000
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All-new model introduced in 4-door versions; new split third-row seat for seating up to nine passengers; new Vortec engines (4800 and 5300 V8 engines); retuned chassis components and new suspension technologies for smoother and more agile handling; enhanced vehicle structure for increased body stiffness; slightly shorter wheelbase
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2001
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Carryover
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2002
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Liftgate standard; discontinued base trim
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STANDARD AND OPTIONAL
FEATURES
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EXTERIOR FEATURES
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LS
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LT
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Bumpers - front and rear, chrome
with rub strips
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S
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S
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Doors - rear, aluminum liftgate
with integral liftglass, rear window wiper/washer
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S
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S
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Doors - rear, panel type
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O
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O
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Fender flares - wheel opening
(standard with Off-Road Suspension and Appearance Package and Tahoe 2500)
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O
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O
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Fog lights
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S
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S
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Glass - deep tinted rear and side
windows behind front doors
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S
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S
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Glass - Solar-Ray, tinted
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S
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S
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Mirrors - foldaway, power remote
control, auto-dimming electrochromic on driver's side, heated, puddle
lights, black on LS, body-coloured on LT
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S
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S
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Mouldings - bodyside with bright
chrome insert, black on LS, body-coloured on LT (exc. Z71)
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O
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S
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Roof rack
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S
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S
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Running boards - side step
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S
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S
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Skid plates - off-road (included
with Off-Road Suspension and Appearance Package) (4x4)
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O
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O
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Spare tire carrier - locking,
underbody
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S
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S
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Sunroof - power, sliding glass
panel with express-open feature
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O
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O
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Tires - LT245/75R16E all-season
blackwall (Tahoe 2500)
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S
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S
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Tires - P265/70R16 all-terrain
touring blackwall (1500 models)
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S
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S
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Tow hooks - two front (4x4)
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S
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S
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Wheels -16", 17" included
with Off-Road Suspension and Appearance Package
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S
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S
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Windshield wipers - 2-speed with
variable delay
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S
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S
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INTERIOR FEATURES
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LS
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LT
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Air conditioning - automatic climate
control front and rear, and air filtration system
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S
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S
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Cargo convenience net
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S
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S
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Cruise control - electronic with
resume, coast and decelerate/accelerate features
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S
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S
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Defogger - electric rear window
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S
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S
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Driver Message Centre - displays
up to 18 vital functions
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S
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S
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Floor mats - front and 2nd-row
and cargo area, carpeted
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S
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S
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Heater - rear auxiliary
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S
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S
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HomeLink 3-channel transmitter
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S
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S
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Instrumentation - full analogue
cluster (including speedometer, tachometer, voltmeter, coolant temperature,
oil pressure, fuel gauges and engine hour meter)
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S
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S
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Lights - overhead, reading, courtesy,
ashtray and glove compartment
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S
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S
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Mirror - inside rearview, auto-dimming
electrochromic with compass and outside temperature readouts
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S
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S
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Power outlets - four auxiliary,
12-volt (including lighter and one in rear cargo area)
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S
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S
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Retained Accessory Power
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S
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S
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Security shade - removable, rear
cargo
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S
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S
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Steering wheel - leather-wrapped
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S
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S
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Tilt-Wheel adjustable steering
column
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S
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S
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Windows - power, driver's express-down
and passenger window lockout features
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S
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S
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SEATS
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LS
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LT
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Custom cloth 40/20/40 split-bench
front seat with centre armrest/storage, manual lumbar adjusters and overhead
console
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S
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Custom cloth reclining front bucket
seats with inboard armrests, manual lumbar adjusters, floor and mini overhead
consoles
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O
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-
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Full-feature reclining heated
front bucket seats with inboard armrests, power lumbar adjusters, seatback
bolster, driver 2-position memory controls, floor and mini overhead consoles
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S
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Leather seating areas
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O
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S
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Power 6-way driver and front passenger
seat adjusters
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O
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Second-row 3-passenger 60/40 removable
folding seat
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S
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S
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Third-row 3-passenger 50/50 removable
flip-and-fold seats including rear heater (Tahoe)
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O
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O
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SOUND SYSTEMS
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LS
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LT
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All Tahoe sound systems include
an electronically tuned Delco AM/FM stereo with seek, scan and digital
clock
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AM/FM stereo with CD player, auto
tone control, speed-compensated volume control, TheftLock and 9-speaker
sound system including subwoofer and 125-watt amplifier
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AM/FM stereo with cassette tape
player and CD player, auto tone control, speed-compensated volume control,
TheftLock and 9-speaker sound system including subwoofer and 125-watt
amplifier (includes centre console front extension)
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O
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Second-row audio controls - includes
headphone jacks (includes centre console front extension)
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O
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S
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MECHANICAL
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LS
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LT
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Axle - rear locking differential
(4x4)
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S
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S
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Brakes - power, 4-wheel disc with
ABS, Dynamic Rear Proportioning (DRP)
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S
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S
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Engine - Vortec 5300 V8 (1500
models)
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S
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S
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Engine - Vortec 6000 V8 (2500
models)
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S
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S
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Engine - Vortec 8100 V8 (2500
models)
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O
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O
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Exhaust system - aluminized stainless
steel
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S
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S
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Snow Plow Prep Package (Tahoe
2500 4x4)
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O
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O
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Suspension - premium smooth ride
includes rear self-leveling shock absorbers
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S
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S
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Suspension - Auto Ride Control
with real time dampening and rear self-leveling
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O
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O
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Trailer Special Equipment - includes
weight-distributing platform trailer hitch receiver and 7-pin sealed connector.
Includes an 8-wire, 7-pin wiring harness
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S
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S
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Transfer case - Autotrac with
electronic push-button controls (4x4)
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S
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S
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Transmission - 4-speed automatic
with overdrive and Tow/Haul mode
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S
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S
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SAFETY AND SECURITY
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LS
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LT
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Air bags - driver- and front-
passenger, seat-mounted side impact
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S
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S
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Air bags - Next Generation, driver-
and front passenger- side, frontal
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S
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S
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Brake/transmission shift interlock
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S
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S
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Door locks - rear side door, child-security
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S
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S
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Door locks - automatic power,
programmable with lockout protection
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S
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S
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Headlights - Daytime Running Lights
(DRL) with automatic light control
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S
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S
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Keyless entry system - remote
with panic alarm and illuminated entry system
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S
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S
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OnStar In-Vehicle Communications
System and Assistance Service - includes one year Safety & Security
Plan
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Safety belts - shoulder outboard
belt to seat in front and 3rd-row positions
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S
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S
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Tether anchors - child seat
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S
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S
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Theft-deterrent system - PASSLock
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S
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S
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Theft-deterrent system - content
theft alarm, audible and visible
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S
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S
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Traction assist- electronic, includes
electronic throttle control (2WD)
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O
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O
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S - Standard Equipment. O - Optional
Equipment.
TECHNICAL PRODUCT INFORMATION
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FRAME
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All-welded, ladder-type, carbon steel
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BODY MATERIAL
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Two-sided galvanized steel on body panels (except roof)
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SUSPENSION
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front :
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Independent with torsion bar, heavy-duty stabilizer bar, coil springs
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rear :
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5-link coil
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BRAKES
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Power-assisted front/rear disc; 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)
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STEERING
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Power, recirculating ball (2WD)
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Power, recirculating ball with EVO variable-assist (4WD)
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11.9 m (39.3 ft.) - 2WD
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12.2 m (39.9 ft.) - 4WD
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WHEELS
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16" x 7.0" aluminum
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TIRES
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P265/70R16 all-season
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ENGINES
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Vortec 4800 SFI V8
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Vortec 5300 SFI V8
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OHV, 4.8L V8
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OHV, 5.3L V8
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Cast Iron
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Cast Iron
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Cast Aluminum
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Cast Aluminum
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96.0 x 83.0 mm (3.78 x 3.39")
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96.0 x 92.0 mm (3.78 x 3.22")
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4807 cc (294 cu.in.)
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5328 cc (327 cu.in.)
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9.5:1
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9.5:1
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Regular, Unleaded
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Regular, Unleaded
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Sequential-Port Fuel Injection
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Sequential-Port Fuel Injection
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275 hp @ 5200 rpm
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285 hp @ 5200 rpm
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290 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
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325 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
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LAYOUT
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Front engine / 4WD or 2WD
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TRANSMISSION
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4-Speed Automatic with Overdrive
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1st
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3.06
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1.63
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1.00
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0.70
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2.29
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3.42
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3.73
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4.10
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EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS
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2946 mm (116.0")
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5052 mm (198.9")
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2004 mm ( 78.9")
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4WD
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1948 mm ( 76.7")
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1900 mm ( 74.8")
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INTERIOR DIMENSIONS
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first row / second row / third row
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1034/1001/ 950 mm (40.7/39.4/37.4")
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1049/ 981/ 693 mm (41.3/38.6/27.3")
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1657/1653/1636 mm (65.2/65.1/64.4")
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1560/1557/1245 mm (61.4/61.3/49.0")
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WEIGHTS/CAPACITIES
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2-Wheel Drive
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4-Wheel Drive
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2211 kg. (4874 lb.)
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2317 kg. (5108 lb.)
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99 L (21.7 gal.)
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99 L (21.7 gal.)
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5 (2/3)
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5 (2/3)
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6 (3/3)
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6 (3/3)
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9 (3/3/3)
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9 (3/3/3)
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2950 kg. (6500 lb.)
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3085 kg. (6800 lb.)
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462 L ( 16.3 cu.ft.)
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462 L ( 16.3 cu.ft.)
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2962 L (104.6 cu.ft.)
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2962 L (104.6 cu.ft.)
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3583 kg. (7900 lb.)
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3946 kg. (8700 lb.)
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