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- New multi point fuel injection system for Vortec 4300
- Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system eliminated
- More durable steering gear housing
- Synthetic rear axle lubricant standardized
- Remote keyless entry available on cargo vans
- Rear heater available on cargo vans
- Gray cloth seats available on cargo vans
Engine
Transmission
Vortec 4300
4-Speed Auto
V6 (LU3)
(4L60-E)
RWD, AWD passenger van
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RWD, AWD cargo van
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2002 GMC SAFARI FEATURES POWERTRAIN ENHANCEMENTS
With its superior eight-passenger roominess and true-truck capabilities, the 2002 GMC Safari stands out from minivan competitors in its ability to handle diverse and demanding family needs. Exceptional towing and hauling capabilities highlight its professional grade character.
"Safari’s efficient size and big-truck capabilities really provide the best of all worlds for on-the-go families who want a smaller van that does it all," said Dave Kanous, Commercial Vans brand manager. "Options like all-wheel-drive and twin dutch doors further extend Safari’s versatility far beyond that of any minivan."
Powertrain, driveline enhancements
A new LU3 version of Safari’s highly reliable and dependable Vortec 4300 V6 now uses multi point fuel injection to provide longer lasting, smooth performance. With the same sophisticated design as many of General Motors’ V8s, the system’s central fuel injector delivers a separate flow of fuel to six individual hybrid fuel injectors, placed at the end of the fuel lines of each cylinder, for longer-life quality performance.
Improvements in the catalytic converter’s oxygen sensor and computer calibrations also improve long-term reliability by eliminating the need for an exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system.
The Vortec 4300 is the largest displacement engine in its class. Its 190-horsepower and 250 lb-ft of torque provide exceptional passing and hill-climbing capability, even under heavy loads.
New standard synthetic rear axle lubricant reduces axle operating temperatures during towing and hauling for increased seal performance and axle bearing life. As the premier tow vehicle in its class, the rear-wheel-drive Safari passenger van, for example, can tow trailers weighing up to 5400 lbs. When properly equipped with a 3.73:1 axle ratio; the cargo model can handle even heavier 5800-lb trailers.
The durability of Safari’s steering gear housing has also been enhanced through the use of higher-strength ductile iron.
Additional cargo van options
With its voluminous 170 cubic feet of cargo volume and heavy load-carrying/towing capability, Safari excels in handling serious work. Remote keyless entry, now available on cargo models with selection of power locks and windows, provides additional convenience and safety for commercial operators. Cargo models also offer a newly available rear heater for cold climate areas, and expanded seat color selections with the additional choice of gray cloth seats.
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Contact:
Pontiac-GMC Communications
Phone: 313-667-4000
Fax: 313-667-4001
Online: http://media.gm.com/division/gmc
SPECIFICATIONS
Model:
GMC Safari passenger, cargo van, rear or all-wheel-drive
Body style / driveline:
cargo, 7-8 passenger van with sliding side doors unibody/stub-frame construction, front engine, rear- or all-wheel-drive
EPA vehicle class:
midsize van
Manufacturing location:
Baltimore, Maryland
Key competitors:
Ford Windstar, Dodge Caravan
Engine
Type:
Vortec 4300 4.3-liter OHV V6 w/cast iron block (LU3)
Displacement (cu in / cc):
262 / 4300
Bore & stroke (in / mm):
4.00 x 3.48 / 101.6 x 88.39
Cylinder head material:
cast iron
Valvetrain:
overhead valve / two valves per cylinder
Ignition system:
composite distributor, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires
Fuel delivery:
multi point fuel injection (MPI)
Compression ratio:
9.2:1
Horsepower (hp / kw @ rpm):
190 / 142 @ 4400
Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm):
250 / 339 @ 2800
Recommended fuel:
87 octane
Maximum engine speed (rpm):
5600
Emissions system:
three-way catalytic converter, positive crankcase ventilation, evaporative collection system
Estimated fule ecomony
mpg (city / highway:)RWD:
passenger: 15 / 20; cargo: 17 / 22
AWD:
passenger: 15 / 18; cargo: 15 / 20
Transmission
Type:
4L60-E four-speed electronic automatic with overdrive and torque converter
Gear ratios (:1):
First:
3.06
Second:
1.63
Third:
1:00
Fourth
0.70
Reverse:
2.29
Final drive ratio:
3.42:1 (optional); 3.73:1 (optional)
Chassis/Suspension
Front:
RWD: independent short/long arm (SLA) with coil springs
AWD: independent short/long arm (SLA) with torsion bars
Rear:
rigid axle with variable-rate, gas-charged shock absorbers and steel multileaf springs
Traction control system:
none
Steering type:
variable-ratio recirculating ball-type integral power
Steering ratio:
16/13:1
Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock:
RWD: 3.1; AWD: 2.7
Turning circle, curb-to-curb (ft / m):
RWD: 40.5 / 12.3; AWD: 43.8 / 13.4
Brakes
Type:
hydraulic power, front disc / rear drum, ventilated front rotors, audible pad-wear sensors, four-wheel ABS
Rotor diameter x thick, front (in / mm):
RWD: 11.86 x 1.04 / 301 x 26; AWD: 11.57 x 1.25 / 294 x 32
Drum size diameter x width, rear (in / mm):
RWD, AWD: 9.5 x 2.0 / 241 x 51
Swept area (sq in / sq cm):
front: 239.6 x 1545.9; rear: 119.4 / 770
Wheels/Tires
Wheel size & type (in):
15-inch x 6.5-inch steel; aluminum standard on SLT only
Tire size & type:
P215/75R15 all-season, steel belted radials
Optional tire:
P225/60R16 blackwall
Dimensions
Exterior
Wheelbase (in / mm):
111.2 / 2825
Overall length (in / mm):
189.8 / 4821
Overall width (in / mm):
77.5 / 1969
Overall height (in / mm):
RWD: 74.9 / 1903; AWD: 74.8 / 1900
Track (in / mm):
Front:
RWD, AWD: 65.1 / 1654
Rear:
RWD, AWD: 65.1 / 1654
Min. ground clearance (in / mm):
6.8 / 173
Ground to top of rear load floor (in /mm):
RWD: 25.9 / 658; AWD: 25.8 / 655
Step-in height (in / mm):
RWD cargo door:
front: 18.9 / 480; side: 20.7 / 526
AWD cargo door:
front: 18.8 / 478; side: 20.6 / 523
RWD, AWD passenger door:
front: 18.6 / 472; side: 20.2 / 513
Base curb weight: (lbs / kg):
RWD cargo:
3923 / 1783
AWD cargo:
4187 / 1903
RWD passenger:
4302 / 1958
AWD passenger:
4573 / 2079
Interior
First Row
Second Row
Third Row
Seating capacity, 8 total:
2
3
3
Head room (in / mm):
39.2 / 996
37.9 / 963
38.7 / 983
Leg room (in / mm):
41.6 / 1057
36.5 / 927
38.5 / 978
Shoulder room (in / mm):
64.0 / 1626
67.1 / 1704
67.1 / 1704
Hip room (in / mm):
64.9 / 1649
50.9 / 1293
57.1 / 1450
Cargo Area
Cargo volume (cu ft / liters):
170.4 / 4825.2*
104.4 / 2956.3*
41.3 / 1169.5*
Width between wheelhousings (in / mm):
51.6 / 1310
Load floor length (in / mm):
To console:
120.9 / 3070
To back of front seats:
98.6 / 2504
To back of middle seats:
61.7 / 1567
To back of rear seats:
28.4 / 722
Interior height (in / mm):
47.6 / 1209.6
*Maximum first-row volume with middle and second seat removed; second-row volume behind second seat; third-row volume behind third seat.
Capacities
GVWR, standard (lb / kg):
RWD cargo: 5600 / 2540
AWD cargo: 5850 / 2654
RWD passenger: 5950 / 2699
AWD passenger: 6100 / 2767
Payload, base (lb / kg):
RWD cargo: 1677 / 762.3
AWD cargo: 1663 / 755.9
RWD passenger: 1648 / 749.1
AWD passenger: 1527 / 694.1
Trailer towing maximum
with 3.73 axle ratio (lbs / kg):
RWD cargo: 5800
AWD cargo: 5600
RWD passenger: 5400
AWD passenger: 5200
Max tongue weight (lbs / kg):
200 / 90.9 with weight-carrying hitch; 10-15 percent of trailer weight with weight-distributing hitch and sway control
Fuel tank (gal / liters):
27 / 102.2
Engine oil with filter (qts / liters):
4.5 / 4.3
Cooling system (qts / liters):
13.5 / 12.8; 16.5 / 15.6 with rear heater
Note: Information shown is current at time of publication. Please visit our GM Media web site at http://media.gm.com for future updates.
