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Hood Release

To open the hood do the following:

1. Pull the handle with

this symbol on it. It is
located inside the
vehicle to the lower left
of the steering wheel.

2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on

the secondary hood release located near the
center of the grille.

3. Lift the hood.

Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps
are on properly. Then pull down the hood and close
it firmly.

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Summary of Contents for 2006 Escalade EXT

Page 1: ...and Indicators 3 28 Driver Information Center DIC 3 45 Audio System s 3 63 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 50 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 All Wheel Drive 5 45 Rear Axle 5 46 Front Axle 5 47 Headlamp Aiming 5 48 Bulb Replacement 5 52 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 59 Tires 5 60 Appearance...

Page 2: ...in the vehicle so it will be there if it is ever needed while you are on the road If the vehicle is sold leave this manual in the vehicle Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people read the owner manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehic...

Page 3: ...and the word CAUTION to tell about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you do not you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash throug...

Page 4: ...o warning labels on the vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component control message gage or indicator If you need help figuring out a specific name of a component gage or indicator reference the f...

Page 5: ...These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle v ...

Page 6: ... NOTES vi ...

Page 7: ...ung Children 1 30 Child Restraint Systems 1 33 Where to Put the Restraint 1 38 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 1 39 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 46 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 48 Airbag System 1 52 Where Are the Airbags 1 54 When Should an Airbag Inflate 1 57 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 1 58 How Does an Airbag Restrain 1 58 Wh...

Page 8: ...hole control toward the front or toward the rear of the vehicle Lower or raise the entire seat cushion by moving the whole control up or down Vertical Control This control adjusts the seatback Move the reclining front seatback rearward or forward by moving the control toward the rear or toward the front of the vehicle This adjusts the angle of the seatback For more information on the reclining sea...

Page 9: ...control Let go of the control when the lower seatback reaches the desired level of support You can also reshape the side wing area of the lower seatback for more lateral support To increase support press and hold the top of the control To decrease support press and hold the bottom of the control Let go of the control when the lower seatback reaches the desired level of support Your vehicle may hav...

Page 10: ...ected three for high two for medium and one for low To heat only the seatback press the vertical button with the heated seatback symbol An indicator light on the seatback button will be lit to designate that only the seatback is being heated Additional presses of the seatback button will cycle through the heat levels for the seatback only Press the horizontal button again to heat the whole seat Th...

Page 11: ... The shoulder belt cannot do its job In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt cannot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat an...

Page 12: ...restraint up to raise it Push the head restraint down to lower it Each front head restraint can also be tilted forward to four positions by pulling on it A click will sound after each tilt position is reached Pull the head restraint forward past the last position to release it to the upright position The rear seat head restraints are also adjustable up and down but they do not tilt 1 6 ...

Page 13: ...ing midgate To fold either side of the seat do the following 1 Push the rear seat head restraints all the way down 2 Pull the seat loop located where the seatback and seat cushion meet The seat cushion will release and allow you to tilt it toward the front of the vehicle 3 Fold the seatback forward until it is flat You may have to move the front seats forward slightly to do this 4 Repeat the proce...

Page 14: ...lt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted Safety Belts Safety Belts They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly It also tells you some things you should not do with safety belts CAUTION Do not let anyone ride where he or she cannot wear...

Page 15: ...ee Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 3 30 In most states and in all Canadian provinces the law says to wear safety belts Here is why They work You never know if you will be in a crash If you do have a crash you do not know if it will be a bad one A few crashes are mild and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up a person would not survive But most crashes are in between In many of the...

Page 16: ...Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it is just a seat on wheels Put someone on it 1 10 ...

Page 17: ...Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield 1 11 ...

Page 18: ...nel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forces That is why safety belts make such good sense 1 12 ...

Page 19: ...belts not instead of them Every airbag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts Even if you are in a vehicle that has airbags you still have to buckle up to get the most protection That is true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and other collisions Q If I am a good driver and I never drive far from home why should I wear safety belts A You may be an exc...

Page 20: ...er has a lap shoulder belt Here is how to wear it properly 1 Close and lock the door 2 Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 3 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt acros...

Page 21: ...ould be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of th...

Page 22: ...oo loose It will not give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 1 16 ...

Page 23: ...an be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 17 ...

Page 24: ...ured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests 1 18 ...

Page 25: ...eriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which are not as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 19 ...

Page 26: ... across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it 1 20 ...

Page 27: ...t women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in ...

Page 28: ...ngers It is very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who are not safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts Lap Shoulder Belt All rear seat positions ha...

Page 29: ...t all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 26 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull up on the shoulder part 1 23 ...

Page 30: ...l injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or a crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase in...

Page 31: ...sitions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each passenger in the rear seat Here is how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Remove the guide from the storage clip on the side of the rear seatback 2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The guide ...

Page 32: ...ut of the guides Slide the guide onto the storage clip Be sure to remove the comfort guide from the belt before folding the seat Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dealer will order you an extender It is free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be lo...

Page 33: ...t should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled u...

Page 34: ...o small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward the safety belt buckle Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides on page 1 25 In either case be sure that the shoulder belt still is on th...

Page 35: ...the belt in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash 1 29 ...

Page 36: ...hildren ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraints Young children should not use the vehicle s adult safety belts alone unless there is no other choice Instead they need to use a child restraint CAUTION People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle A baby does not weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy ...

Page 37: ...d or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide 1 31 ...

Page 38: ...t will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs CAUTION Newborn infants need complete support including support for the head and neck T...

Page 39: ...e child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints Child Restraint Systems An infant car bed A a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a ...

Page 40: ...of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields 1 34 ...

Page 41: ...aint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle An add on child restraint system is a portable one which is purchased by the vehicle s owner To help reduce injuries an add on child restraint must be secured in the vehicle With built in or add on child restraints the child has to be secured within the child restraint When choosing an add on child restraint be sure the child restraint is design...

Page 42: ...lt portion of a lap shoulder belt or by the LATCH system See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 1 39 for more information A child can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle When securing an add on child restraint refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both and t...

Page 43: ... that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side CAUTION A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Make sure the child is properly secured following the instructions that came with that...

Page 44: ...nt would be very close to the inflating airbag Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued restraint no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off We recommend that rear facing...

Page 45: ...installing a child restraint with a top tether you must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint A child restraint must never be installed using only the top tether and anchor In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle you need a child restraint equipped with LATCH attachments The child restraint manufacturer will provide you with instructi...

Page 46: ...with lower attachments B Top Tether Anchor A top tether A C anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle The top tether attachment B on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash 1 40 ...

Page 47: ...ted States some child restraints also have a top tether Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint If the child restraint does not have a top tether one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top teth...

Page 48: ... restraint will be placed Do not secure a child restraint in the right front passenger s position if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached There is no place to attach the top tether in this position Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in ...

Page 49: ...raint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash A child or others could be injured if this happens To help prevent injury to people and damage to your vehicle attach only one child restraint per anchor 1 If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached attach the top tether to the top tether anchor if equipped R...

Page 50: ...straint and you are using a dual tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using has an adjustable head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether around the head restraint If the position you are using has an adjustable head restraint and you are using a single tether raise the head restraint and route the tether under the head restraint and in between the ...

Page 51: ...hors If the child restraint does not have lower attachments or the desired seating position does not have lower anchors secure the child restraint with the top tether and the safety belts Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual 2 1 Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position 2 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 2 3 Attach and tight...

Page 52: ...as the instructions say 1 If your child restraint manufacturer recommends using a top tether attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 1 39 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s sa...

Page 53: ... a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger ch...

Page 54: ...s including important safety information A label on your sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would...

Page 55: ...sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Your vehicle has a right front passenger s frontal airbag See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 60 General Motors recommends that rear facing child restraints be secured in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If your child restraint is forward facing move...

Page 56: ...belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 50 ...

Page 57: ...nt has been installed and the on indicator is lit turn the vehicle off Remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit check to make sure that the vehicle s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion If this happens slightly recline the vehicle s ...

Page 58: ...ide the vehicle or being ejected from it Airbags are supplemental restraints to the safety belts Airbags are designed to work with safety belts but do not replace them CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Frontal airbags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflate in rollover rear crashes or ...

Page 59: ...taining control of the vehicle Front occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them You...

Page 60: ...irbag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 31 for more information Where Are the Airbags The driver s frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel 1 54 ...

Page 61: ...The right front passenger s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The driver s side impact airbag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door 1 55 ...

Page 62: ... not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering Do not let seat covers block the inflation path of a side impact airbag 1 56 ...

Page 63: ...shold level for a full deployment is about 20 to 30 mph 32 to 48 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash speeds For example If the vehicle hits a stationary object the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a moving object If the vehi...

Page 64: ...from the inflator which inflates the airbag The inflator the airbag and related hardware are all part of the airbag modules inside the steering wheel the instrument panel and the side of the front seatbacks closest to the door How Does an Airbag Restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel In moderate...

Page 65: ... may be warm but not too hot to touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deflated airbags Airbag inflation does not prevent the driver from seeing or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an airbag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or othe...

Page 66: ...Let only qualified technicians work on your airbag system Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work properly See your dealer for service Passenger Sensing System If your rearview mirror has one of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations your vehicle has a passenger sensing system The indicator will be visible when you turn your ignition key to START or RUN The wo...

Page 67: ... will accommodate a rear facing child restraint A label on your sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restrain...

Page 68: ...age 1 48 If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit check to make sure that the vehicle s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion If this happens slightly recline the vehicle s seatback and adjust the seat cushion if possible Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint If this ...

Page 69: ...hicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes This will allow the system to detect that person and then enable the passenger s airbag CAUTION If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system If this ever happens have the vehicle serviced promptly because an adult size perso...

Page 70: ...ehicle should be serviced There are airbag system parts in several places around your vehicle You do not want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the airbag system To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 14 CAUTION For up to 10 seconds after t...

Page 71: ...bers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 7 2 Q Because I have a disability I have to get my vehicle modified How can I find out whether this will affect my advanced airbag system A Changing or moving any parts of the front seats safety belts the airbag sensing and diagnostic module l...

Page 72: ...t under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken airbag covers and have them repaired or replaced The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Notice If you damage the covering for a frontal airbag or an airbag covering on a seatback the airbag may not work properly You may have to replace the airbag module in the steering wheel b...

Page 73: ...ter a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new parts If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash you may need new LATCH system parts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired ...

Page 74: ... NOTES 1 68 ...

Page 75: ...r RAP 2 26 Starting the Engine 2 27 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal 2 28 Engine Coolant Heater 2 28 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 30 Tow Haul Mode 2 32 Parking Brake 2 33 Shifting Into Park P 2 34 Shifting Out of Park P 2 35 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 36 Engine Exhaust 2 36 Running the Engine While Parked 2 37 Mirrors 2 38 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar and Compass 2 3...

Page 76: ...53 Glove Box 2 53 Cupholder s 2 53 Instrument Panel Storage Area 2 53 Center Console Storage Area 2 53 Luggage Carrier 2 54 Rear Seat Armrest 2 55 Cargo Cover Panels 2 55 All Weather Cargo Area 2 68 Top Box Storage 2 72 Sunroof 2 73 Vehicle Personalization 2 74 Memory Seat 2 74 Section 2 Features and Controls 2 2 ...

Page 77: ...h the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children 2 3 ...

Page 78: ... on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device This device complies with RSS...

Page 79: ...ecessary See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 5 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry System Operation You can lock and unlock your doors from about 3 feet 1 m up to 100 feet 30 m away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle K Unlock Press this button once to ...

Page 80: ...stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle any remaining transmitters must also be matched Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have a maximum of four transmit...

Page 81: ...mation 5 Check the operation of the transmitter Resynchronization Resynchronization may be necessary due to the security method used by this system The transmitter does not send the same signal twice to the receiver The receiver will not respond to a signal that has been sent previously This prevents anyone from recording and playing back the signal from the transmitter To resynchronize your trans...

Page 82: ...ildren who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and un...

Page 83: ... a door or the liftgate is open the delayed locking feature will delay locking the doors until five seconds after the last door is closed You will hear three chimes to signal that the delayed locking feature is in use Pressing the power lock switch or the lock button on the keyless entry transmitter twice will override the delayed locking feature and immediately lock all the doors You can turn the...

Page 84: ...he following 1 Open one of the rear doors 2 Move the lever forward to engage the rear door security lock 3 Close the door 4 Do the same thing to the other rear door The rear doors cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use If you want to open the rear door while the security lock is engaged unlock the door and open the door from the outside Move the lever rearward to disengage th...

Page 85: ...heating or cooling system to its highest speed on the setting that brings in outside air This will force outside air into your vehicle See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 3 22 If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engine Exhaust on page 2 36 Midgate Operation Your vehicle is equipped with a midgate and a removable rear glass panel The midg...

Page 86: ... spark coming from the latch area To remove the rear glass do the following 1 Fold the rear seats See Rear Seat Operation on page 1 7 for more information The front seats may have to be moved forward slightly to allow the rear seats to fold completely Although the rear glass can be removed without folding the rear seats you will not be able to access the rear glass storage pocket Be sure to fold t...

Page 87: ...button C and pull the top of the rear glass toward you using the grab handle s B located at the top of the rear glass 4 With the rear glass tilted toward you lift it out from the lower window frame channel Use the grab handles to assist you in removing the rear glass 2 13 ...

Page 88: ...ear glass retaining tabs E Hold the rear glass flat against the storage pocket with grab handles facing you until the next step 6 Turn both glass lock knobs D located at both top corners of the storage pocket to the locked position Push in on the corner of the rear glass to allow the lock knob to engage more easily 2 14 ...

Page 89: ...ar glass is out and stored properly in the storage pocket Reinstalling the Rear Glass To reinstall the rear glass do the following 1 Squeeze and pull down the latch levers A located near the upper corners of the rear glass to unlatch 2 Hold the rear glass in place with one hand and turn the glass lock knobs located at both top corners of the glass storage pocket to the unlocked position 3 Pull the...

Page 90: ...e lower channel of the window frame Be sure to align the rear glass side to side using the alignment arrows G 5 Apply a firm downward pressure and then push the rear glass flat against the window frame Use the grab handles at the top of the rear glass to assist you 2 16 ...

Page 91: ...lass can be either installed in its normal position or it can be removed and stored in the rear glass storage pocket To lower the midgate do the following 1 Fold the rear seats The front seats might have to be moved forward slightly to allow the rear seats to fold See Rear Seat Operation on page 1 7 for more information 2 Standing outside of the vehicle hold the midgate securely so it does not fal...

Page 92: ...3 Lower the midgate until it is flat Lowering the Midgate with the Rear Glass in the Storage Pocket Rear Glass Stored in Glass Storage Pocket 2 18 ...

Page 93: ...urn the midgate to its normal position raise the midgate up with a firm swinging motion until it latches into place securely This will help to ensure that the midgate closes with enough force to engage the latches If the rear glass is removed and you would like to put it back do so using the instructions given previously Tailgate Use the ignition door key to unlock lock the tailgate Open the tailg...

Page 94: ...do the following 1 Hold the tailgate up slightly raised 2 Release the retaining cable clip by lifting the cable so it is level with the ground and then push the cable clip toward the vehicle 3 Raise the tailgate at a slight upward angle pull back on the tailgate at the right edge so it releases from the block hinge and then move the tailgate to the right to release the left edge Reverse the above ...

Page 95: ...le with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 2 21 ...

Page 96: ...and front passenger windows also have an express down feature that allows the windows to be lowered without holding the switch Press down fully on the window switch then release to activate the express down mode This mode can be canceled at any time by pulling up on the switch To open the window partway press the switch to the first position until the window is at the desired position Window Locko...

Page 97: ...r s sun visors Pull the sun visor down and lift the mirror cover to turn the lamps on Theft Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal Content Theft Deterrent Your vehicle has a content theft deterrent alarm system The security light is loc...

Page 98: ...rm by accident If you do not want to activate the theft deterrent system the vehicle should be locked with the door key after the doors are closed Always unlock a door with the remote keyless entry transmitter If you set off the alarm by accident turn off the alarm by pressing unlock on the remote keyless entry transmitter or by placing the key in the ignition and turning it to START Testing the A...

Page 99: ...hicle is not protected by Passlock at this time You may also want to check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 109 See your dealer for service In an emergency call the Roadside Assistance Center See Roadside Service on page 7 6 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break In Notice Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if...

Page 100: ... If none of this works then your vehicle needs service B ACCESSORY This position lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off Notice Lengthy operation of features such as the radio in the accessory ignition position may drain the battery and prevent your vehicle from starting Do not operate your vehicle in the accessory ignition position for a long period of ...

Page 101: ...r starter 2 If it does not start within 10 seconds push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor while you hold the ignition key in START When the engine starts let go of the key and let up on the accelerator pedal Wait about 15 seconds between each try When starting your engine in very cold weather below 0 F or 18 C do this 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to...

Page 102: ...panel Press the button closest to you to move the pedals closer to you Press the button farthest from you to move the pedals away from you Engine Coolant Heater Your vehicle may be equipped with an engine coolant heater In very cold weather 0 F 18 C or colder the engine coolant heater can help You will get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up Usually the coolant heater sho...

Page 103: ...d into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you do not it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on the outsi...

Page 104: ...ove easily CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level...

Page 105: ...hift into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed Notice Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N with the engine running at high speed may damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Be sure the engine is not running at high speed when shifting your vehicle DRIVE D This position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you are Going les...

Page 106: ...ear until the vehicle is going slowly enough Notice Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transmission If you are stuck do not spin the tires When stopping on a hill use the brakes to hold the vehicle in place On cold days approximately 32 F 0 C or colder your transmission is designed to shift differently until the engine r...

Page 107: ...e pedal down Pull the bottom edge of the lever located above the parking brake pedal with the parking brake symbol to release the parking brake If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released the brake system warning light will go off Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Verify that the parking brak...

Page 108: ...e it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overh...

Page 109: ...ing pawl in the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of Park P Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition is in RUN See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2 30 If you cannot shift out of PARK P ease pressure on the shift lever and push th...

Page 110: ...nconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs were not done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming...

Page 111: ...arage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 38 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You o...

Page 112: ... off button once to turn the compass on or off There is a compass display in the window in the upper right corner of the mirror face The compass displays a maximum of two characters For example NE is displayed for north east Compass Calibration Press and hold the on off button down for nine seconds to activate the compass calibration mode CAL will be displayed in the compass window on the mirror T...

Page 113: ...conds the mirror will return to the compass display and the new zone number will be set Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar Compass and Temperature Display Your vehicle may have this feature When on the automatic dimming mirror dims to the proper level to minimize glare from lights behind you after dark The mirror has a dual display in the upper right corner of the mirror face that shows...

Page 114: ...dimming mirror function is turned on automatically each time the ignition is started To operate the automatic dimming mirror do the following 1 Make sure the green indicator light located to the left of the on off button is lit If it is not press and hold the on off button for approximately six seconds until the green light comes on indicating that the mirror is in automatic dimming mode 2 Turn of...

Page 115: ...on The compass may need calibration if one of the following occurs After approximately five seconds the display does not show a compass heading N for North for example there may be a strong magnetic field interfering with the compass Such interference may be caused by a magnetic antenna mount magnetic note pad holder or a similar magnetic item The compass does not display the correct heading and t...

Page 116: ...nd off A light on the mirror will be lit while the feature is turned on Compass Operation Press the on off button once to turn the compass on or off There is a compass display in the window in the upper right corner of the mirror face The compass displays a maximum of two characters For example NE is displayed for north east Compass Calibration Press and hold the on off button down for nine second...

Page 117: ... find your zone number release the button After about four seconds the mirror will return to the compass display and the new zone number will be set Outside Power Mirrors The controls are located on the driver s door armrest Move the upper selector switch to the left or right to choose the mirror to be adjusted then press the dots located below the selector switch on the four way control pad to ad...

Page 118: ...r folding mirrors will need to be reset if They are accidently manually folded unfolded The mirrors will not stay in the unfolded position The mirrors shake and flutter at normal driving speeds To reset the power folding mirrors fold and unfold them at least three times using the mirror controls This will reset them to their normal detent position Outside Convex Mirror CAUTION A convex mirror can ...

Page 119: ...ith OnStar Compass and Temperature Display on page 2 39 Your vehicle s mirrors will also be capable of performing the curb view assist mirror function This feature will cause the passenger s and or driver s mirror to tilt to a preselected position when the vehicle is in REVERSE R This feature may be useful in allowing you to view the curb when you are parallel parking When the vehicle is shifted o...

Page 120: ...he vehicle s glove box literature For more information visit www onstar com or www onstar ca Contact OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 or press the OnStar button to speak to an OnStar advisor 24 hours a day 7 days a week Terms and conditions of the Subscription Service Agreement can be found at www onstar com or www onstar ca OnStar Services The OnStar Directions and Connections Plan is incl...

Page 121: ...Advisor It is a feature of OnStar Personal Calling that uses your minutes to access weather local traffic reports and sports updates By pressing the phone button and giving a few simple voice commands you can browse through the various topics Customize your information profile at www myonstar com See the OnStar user s guide for more information OnStar Steering Wheel Controls Your vehicle may be eq...

Page 122: ... subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference re...

Page 123: ...lable to assist you in the programming steps Keep the original hand held transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future Universal Home Remote programming It is also recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle the programmed Universal Home Remote buttons should be erased for security purposes See Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons later in this section or for assistance see Custom...

Page 124: ... door openers may require you to substitute Step 3 with the procedure noted in Gate Operator and Canadian Programming later in this section 4 The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly after Universal Home Remote successfully receives the frequency signal from the hand held transmitter Release both buttons 5 Press and hold the newly trained Universal Home Remote button and obs...

Page 125: ...eat Step 1 as this will erase all previous programming from the Universal Home Remote buttons Gate Operator and Canadian Programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission This may not be long enough for Universal Home Remote to pick up the signal during programming Similarly some U S gate operators are manufactured to ti...

Page 126: ... beginning with Step 2 under Programming Universal Home Remote shown earlier in this section Individual buttons cannot be erased but they can be reprogrammed See Reprogramming a Single Universal Home Remote Button following this section Reprogramming a Single Universal Home Remote Button To program a device to Universal Home Remote using a Universal Home Remote button previously trained follow the...

Page 127: ...ay be removed for cleaning by pushing down and then back on the cupholder Instrument Panel Storage Area Your vehicle may have a closed storage area on the instrument panel above the compact disc changer You can open the storage area by pressing in the bottom of the lid and the lid will automatically raise up Press down on the lid to close the storage area Center Console Storage Area Your vehicle h...

Page 128: ... still securely fastened Be sure the cargo is properly loaded If small heavy objects are placed on the roof cut a piece of 3 8 inch plywood to fit inside the crossrails and siderails to spread the load If plywood is used tie it to the siderail supports Tie the load to the crossrails or the siderail supports Use the crossrails only to keep the load from sliding To move a crossrail turn the release ...

Page 129: ...ls CAUTION Improperly stored cargo cover panels could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver You or others could be injured If you remove a panel always store it in the proper storage location When you put it back always be sure that is securely reattached Notice Exceeding the weight limit of 250 lbs 113 kg can damage the cargo covers and the repairs would not be covered...

Page 130: ... 1 2 and 3 There are also numbered labels on the bottom of the panels The numbers on the top and bottom of the panels will be used as reference when removing storing and reinstalling the panels 2 Remove cargo panel 3 by pulling the left and right cargo panel latches located on the bottom of each cargo panel toward you to unlock the cargo panel latches 3 Pull the cargo panel up and then out from th...

Page 131: ...Remove cargo panel 1 but notice that there are four latches to release two left side and two right side latches Set the panel aside After you have removed each cargo panel you can store it within the cargo storage area using the cargo panel storage system 2 57 ...

Page 132: ...orage area by attaching the six clips included on the cargo strap system to the tie down locations on either side of the storage area Always use the storage strap system to store the cargo panels during driving Before storing the cargo panels be sure that the latches are in the locked position The latches are in the locked position when they are parallel to the front and back edge of the panel 2 5...

Page 133: ...and location for each panel A Secure the first secondary strap B Secure the last secondary strap C Put the rest of the strap system towards the top of the lid and tray 2 Starting with cargo panel 1 load the cargo panel with latches up and facing away from you 2 59 ...

Page 134: ...3 Store cargo panel 2 by loading the cargo panel with latches down and facing toward you 4 Store cargo panel 3 by loading the cargo panel with latches up and facing away from you 2 60 ...

Page 135: ...5 Move the rest of the strap system inside the cargo box covering the three cargo covers A Fasten the four strap clips B 6 Tighten all straps by pulling on the free end of each strap 2 61 ...

Page 136: ...7 Close both cross locks at the center of the strap system to secure tightly Panels 3 2 1 Loaded 2 62 ...

Page 137: ...ile it is not in use or you can store it outside of the vehicle 2 Starting with cargo panel 1 place the latches in the unlocked position Place cargo panel 1 on the cargo area rails while holding the back of the cargo panel up Push the panel forward until it is snug against the midgate and then let the back of the panel down being sure that the pegs align with the receivers Left Side Shown Right Si...

Page 138: ... before you can lock the right latch If you do not follow this exactly the cargo cover panels may not lock in place correctly 4 Install cargo cover 2 next Place the latches in the unlocked position Place the cargo cover panel on the cargo area rails while holding the back of the cargo panel up Push the panel forward until it is snug against the other panel and then let the back of the panel down b...

Page 139: ...l cargo cover 3 next Place the latches in the unlocked position Place the cargo cover panel on the cargo area rails while holding the back of the cargo panel up Push the panel forward until it is snug against the other panel and then let the back of the panel down being sure that the pegs align with the receivers Left Side Shown Right Side Similar 2 65 ...

Page 140: ...to lock the panel in place You should hear a click when each latch locks correctly Folding and Storage of Straps To store the folding straps do the following 1 Extend the six strap ends on a flat surface 2 Fold the four strap ends towards the center as shown 2 66 ...

Page 141: ...it around the package Finally attach the hooks to the webbing Cargo Tie Downs There are cargo tie downs in the rear cargo area that you can use to strap cargo in The tie downs are also used to secure the cargo cover panel storage bag For more information see Cargo Cover Panels earlier in this section 2 67 ...

Page 142: ...argo box are the top drain grates side rail channels catch cups midgate drain cargo area floor drains and the rubber cargo mat Even when the water management system is working properly and the cover system is on there may be some instances heavy rains automated car washes etc when water may be present in the following areas A Top drain grates B Removable front drain grate midgate drain grate C Sid...

Page 143: ...r the proper procedures on cleaning each item of the water management system Top Drain Grates Removal and Cleaning The top drain grates are located near the rear glass on both sides of the vehicle You may need to clean the grates and drains if there seems to be blockage To remove each drain grate do the following 1 Remove the cargo panels See Cargo Cover Panels on page 2 55 for more information 2 ...

Page 144: ...he grate should clip into place Don t force the grate if it won t clip into place realign the clips with the holes and try again Side Rail Channels The side rail channels are located on top of both sides of the cargo area You may want to flush them out with clean water if you notice any debris collecting inside of them When loading cargo into the cargo area be careful not to damage the rails 2 70 ...

Page 145: ...ing dirt wood chips pebbles etc you will need to flush the midgate drain with water But first you will have to remove the drain grate by using the following steps 1 Lower the midgate See Midgate on page 2 11 for more information 2 Pull up on the rear side of the drain grate 3 Tilt the drain grate away from you and pull it straight out Reverse the procedure to reinstall the drain grate 2 71 ...

Page 146: ...s extremely dirty you can lift up the edges of the cargo floor mat or take the whole mat out and flush the drains with water Top Box Storage Your vehicle is equipped with top box storage units on both side of the vehicle The passenger side top box contains the tools you will need to change a flat tire Use the ignition door key to unlock lock it Press the key cylinder button and swing the lid open ...

Page 147: ... position The sunroof is also equipped with a sunshade which you can pull forward to block sun rays If a hand arm or other object is blocking the sunroof glass panel as it is closing the glass panel will stop at the obstruction After the obstruction is removed the glass panel can be closed or opened Use care not to leave the sunroof open for long periods of time as debris may collect in the tracks...

Page 148: ...n be saved for up to two drivers To store the settings do the following 1 While the vehicle is in PARK P adjust the driver s seat including the seatback recliner lumbar and side wing area both of the outside mirrors and the throttle and brake pedals to your preference 2 Press and hold the 1 or 2 button of the memory control for three seconds A double chime will sound to let you know that the posit...

Page 149: ... and hold the exit button of the memory control for three seconds A double chime will sound to let you know that the position has been stored for the selected button 1 or 2 To repeat the procedure for a second driver follow the preceding steps but press the other numbered memory control button To use the seat exit position do one of the following Press the exit button on the memory control If this...

Page 150: ... NOTES 2 76 ...

Page 151: ...e Lamp Override 3 18 Entry Exit Lighting 3 18 Reading Lamps 3 18 Battery Run Down Protection 3 18 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA 3 18 Accessory Power Outlet s 3 21 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 3 21 Analog Clock 3 22 Climate Controls 3 22 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 3 22 Outlet Adjustment 3 27 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 28 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 29 Speedometer and O...

Page 152: ... Operation and Displays 3 45 DIC Warnings and Messages 3 48 DIC Vehicle Customization 3 57 Audio System s 3 63 Setting the Time 3 64 Radio with Cassette and CD 3 65 Navigation Radio System 3 80 Rear Seat Entertainment System 3 80 Rear Seat Audio RSA 3 92 CD Changer 3 94 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 97 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 98 Radio Reception 3 99 Care of the Cassette Tape Player 3 100 Care ...

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Page 154: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 ...

Page 155: ...ipped See Navigation Radio System on page 3 80 H Dome Override Button See Dome Lamp Override on page 3 18 I Cargo Top Box Lamps Button See Exterior Cargo Lamps on page 3 17 J Fog Lamps Button See Fog Lamps on page 3 16 K Driver Information Center DIC Buttons See Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 45 L Parking Brake Release See Parking Brake on page 2 33 M Tilt Lever See Tilt Wheel on page 3 6...

Page 156: ...arning flashers are on your turn signals will not work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can set them up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Horn To sound the horn press the center pad on the steering wheel Tilt Wheel The tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can raise it to the highest level to give ...

Page 157: ...10 I Cruise Control Cruise Control on page 3 10 For information on the exterior lamps see Exterior Lamps on page 3 14 later in this section Turn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward for right and two downward for left positions These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever wil...

Page 158: ...Block on page 5 113 Turn Signal On Chime If your turn signal is left on for more than 3 4 of a mile 1 2 km a chime will sound at each flash of the turn signal and the message TURN SIGNAL ON will also appear in the DIC See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 48 To turn the chime and message off move the turn signal lever to the off position Headlamp High Low Beam Changer 53 Headlamp High Low Beam C...

Page 159: ...urn the band to mist Hold it there until the wipers start Then let go The wipers will stop after one wipe If you want more wipes hold the band on mist longer N Delay You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes This can be very useful in light rain or snow Turn the band to choose the delay time The closer to the top of the lever the shorter the delay 6 Low Speed For steady w...

Page 160: ...wise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision Cruise Control 9 Off This position turns the system off R On This position activates the system Resume Accelerate Push the lever to this symbol to make the vehicle accelerate or resume to a previously set speed r SET I Set Press this button to set the speed With cruise control you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h...

Page 161: ...ruise control on slippery roads Setting Cruise Control CAUTION If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise you might hit a button and go into cruise when you do not want to You could be startled and even lose control Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control 1 Move the cruise control switch to on 2 Get up to the speed you want 3 Press in the set ...

Page 162: ...to go faster do not hold the switch at resume accelerate Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control There are two ways to go to a higher speed Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed Press the set button at the end of the lever then release the button and the accelerator pedal You will now cruise at the higher speed If the accelerator pedal is held longer than 60 seconds cruise contr...

Page 163: ...en going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep your speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and do not use cruise control on steep hills Ending Cruise Control To turn off the cruise control do one of the following Step lightly on the brake pedal move the cruise control switch to off or shift the...

Page 164: ...ol to this position to put the system into automatic headlamp mode The Daytime Running Lamps DRL will also be activated if it is light enough outside Parking Lamps Turn the control to this position to turn on the parking lamps together with the following Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights 2 Headlamps Turn the control to this position to turn on the headlamps tog...

Page 165: ...er lamps won t be on The instrument panel won t be lit up either When it begins to get dark the automatic headlamp system will switch from DRL to the headlamps As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it Automatic Headlamp System When it is dark enough outside and the headlamp switch is in AUTO your automatic headlamp system will turn on your headlamps at th...

Page 166: ...tely Once you leave the garage it will take approximately one minute for the automatic headlamp system to change to DRL if it is light outside During that delay your instrument panel cluster may not be as bright as usual Make sure your instrument panel brightness control is in the full bright position See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3 17 Fog Lamps If your vehicle has fog lamps you can use ...

Page 167: ...ff The cargo lamps symbol light will come on in the instrument panel cluster when the cargo lamps are on and the ignition key is turned to run Instrument Panel Brightness The thumbwheel for this feature is located next to the exterior lamps control D Instrument Panel Lights Turn the thumbwheel up or down to brighten or dim the instrument panel lights and the radio display This will only work if th...

Page 168: ...off The lamps can be adjusted to point in the direction you want Your vehicle may also have reading lamps in other locations To turn on or off press the button located next to the lamp The lamps cannot be adjusted Battery Run Down Protection This feature shuts off the dome lamps if they are left on for more than 10 minutes when the ignition is in LOCK This will keep your battery from running down ...

Page 169: ...onic Rear Park Assist system the driver must check carefully before backing up The system does not operate above typical backing speeds of 3 mph 5 km h while parking And the system does not detect objects that are more than 5 feet 1 5 meters behind the vehicle So unless you check carefully behind you before and when you back up you could strike children pedestrians bicyclists or pets behind you an...

Page 170: ...ehicle Notice If you use URPA while the tailgate is lowered it may not detect an object behind your vehicle and you might back into the object and damage your vehicle Always verify the tailgate is closed when using URPA or turn off URPA when driving with the tailgate lowered When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly The light may flash red when the vehicle is in REVERSE R if the ultrasonic se...

Page 171: ...e of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug because the power outlets are designed for accessory power plugs only Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter The front ashtray and lighter are located in the center console near the cupholders if equipped Press on the access door to open it and use the ashtray and light...

Page 172: ...climate control settings for the driver and passengers Driver s Side Temperature Knob The driver s side knob is used to adjust the temperature of the air coming through the system on the driver s side The temperature can be adjusted even if the system is turned off This is possible since outside air will always flow through the system as the vehicle is moving forward unless it is set to recirculat...

Page 173: ...ystem in automatic mode 1 Press the AUTO button When AUTO is selected the display will change to show the current driver s set temperature delivery mode and fan speed Press the AUTO button again within five seconds to display the passenger s set temperature If the driver s and passenger s temperature settings are the same when AUTO is pressed the temperature setting and both arrows will be display...

Page 174: ...old air in cold weather the system will delay turning on the fan until warm air is available The length of delay depends on the engine coolant temperature Pressing the fan switch will override this delay and change the fan to a selected speed 9 Off Press this button to turn off the entire climate control system Outside air will still enter the vehicle and will be directed to the floor This directi...

Page 175: ...The light on the recirculation button will glow This is helpful when you are trying to limit odors entering your vehicle and for maximum air conditioning performance in hot weather Press this button again to allow outside air to enter the vehicle The light on the recirculation button will go off Pressing this button also cancels the auto recirculation feature To resume the auto recirculation funct...

Page 176: ...will turn off but the A C compressor will still run to help prevent fogging On hot days open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best On cool but sunny days while using manual operation of the automatic system use bi level to deliver warm air to the floor ...

Page 177: ...remove fog from the rear window Rear Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off An indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that the rear window defogger is activated The rear window defogger will turn off about 10 minutes after the button is pressed If you need additional warming time press the button again If your vehicle is equipped with heated mirrors this b...

Page 178: ...hts and gages could also save you or others from injury Warning lights come on when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions As you will see in the details on the next few pages some warning lights come on briefly when you start the engine just to let you know they are working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indic...

Page 179: ...r is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you have and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically United States version shown Canada similar 3 29 ...

Page 180: ...ggle between the trip odometer and the regular odometer Holding the reset button for approximately one second while the trip odometer is displayed will reset it To display the odometer reading with the ignition off press the reset button Tachometer Your tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START a chime will ...

Page 181: ... ready If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your airbag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the airbag system may not be working properly The airbags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate w...

Page 182: ...assenger airbag status indicator it means that the right front passenger s frontal airbag is enabled may inflate CAUTION If the on indicator comes on when you have a rear facing child restraint installed in the right front passenger s seat it means that the passenger sensing system has not turned off the passenger s frontal airbag A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured o...

Page 183: ...s off If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag status indicator it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 60 for more on this including important safety information If after several seconds all status indicator lights remain on or if there are no lights at all there may be a problem with...

Page 184: ... to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and air conditioner Voltmeter Gage When your engine is not running but the ignition is in RUN this gage shows your battery s state of charge in DC volts When the engine is running the gage shows the condition of the charging system The gage may transition from a higher to lower or a lower to higher reading this is normal Readings between the low ...

Page 185: ...though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on and a chime sounds there could be a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop...

Page 186: ...brakes and there s a problem with your regular brakes In addition to both lights you will also hear a chime sound on the first occurrence of a problem and each time the vehicle is shut off and then restarted See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 35 Low Tire Pressure Warning Light This light and a chime will come on along with the CHECK TIRE PRESSURE message in the DIC when one or more of your t...

Page 187: ...tem on page 4 9 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature It also provides an indicator of how hard your vehicle is working During a majority of the operation the gage will read 210 F 100 C or less If you are pulling a load or going up hills it is normal for the temperature to fluctuate and approach the 250 F 122 C mark If the gage reaches the 260 F 125 C mark ...

Page 188: ...message and a chime will sound Pull the vehicle off the roadway when it is safe to do so Set the parking brake place the transmission in PARK P and allow the engine to idle until the transmission temperature falls below 260 F 127 C If the transmission continues to operate above 265 F 130 C please contact your nearest dealer or the Roadside Assistance Center See Roadside Service on page 7 6 for mor...

Page 189: ...ly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect your vehicle s emission controls and may cause this light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repairs not ...

Page 190: ...installed A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water If so your electrical system may be wet The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Have you recently chan...

Page 191: ...The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system readine...

Page 192: ...ngine The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil Security Light This light will come on briefly when you turn the key toward START The light will stay on until the engine starts If the light flashes the Passlock system has entered a tamper mode If the vehicle fails to start see Passlock on page 2 25 If the light c...

Page 193: ...t This light will come on when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 3 8 Tow Haul Mode Light This light is displayed when the tow haul mode has been activated For more information see Tow Haul Mode under Towing a Trailer on page 4 50 Cargo Lamp Light This light will come on when the cargo lamp is in use For more information see Exterior Cargo Lamps on page 3...

Page 194: ... pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gage goes back to empty when you turn off the ignition Low Fuel Warning Light The light next to the fuel gage will come on b...

Page 195: ...n Press this button to access the vehicle settings menu and customize the personal settings on your vehicle r Select Press this button to reset certain DIC functions and set your customization settings Pressing any of the four DIC buttons or the trip odometer reset stem will acknowledge DIC messages and clear them from the DIC display DIC Operation and Displays The Driver Information Center DIC co...

Page 196: ...ss and hold the select button for one second while in one of the trip modes This will reset the information for TRIP A or TRIP B You can also reset TRIP A or TRIP B while they are displayed by pressing the reset stem on the cluster If you press and hold the reset stem or the select button for four seconds the display will show the distance traveled since the last ignition cycle for TRIP A or TRIP ...

Page 197: ...conomy and the engine oil life system Fuel Range Press the fuel information button until RANGE appears on the display This mode shows the remaining distance you can drive without refueling It is based on fuel economy and the fuel remaining in the fuel tank The display will show LOW if the fuel level is low The fuel economy data used to determine fuel range is an average of recent driving condition...

Page 198: ...ustomization settings For example this button will reset the trip odometers and enables you to scroll through and select the language in which the DIC information will appear DIC Warnings and Messages Warning messages are displayed on the Driver Information Center DIC to notify the driver that the status of the vehicle has changed and that some action may be needed by the driver to correct the con...

Page 199: ...n the driver is buckled and the passenger is still unbuckled and the passenger airbag is enabled If the passenger s seat belt is already buckled this message and chime will not come on Pressing any of the four DIC buttons or the trip odometer reset stem will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display BUCKLE SEATBELT If your vehicle has the passenger sensing system this message remin...

Page 200: ...y You may need to let the vehicle cool or warm up and cycle the ignition to be sure this message will clear Once the problem is corrected pressing any of the four DIC buttons or the trip odometer reset stem will clear the message from the DIC display This message will clear itself after 10 seconds until the next ignition cycle CHECK TIRE PRESSURE If low tire pressure is detected in any of the vehi...

Page 201: ...the trip odometer reset stem will clear the message from the DIC display ENGINE OVERHEATED Notice If you drive your vehicle while the engine is overheating severe engine damage may occur If an overheat warning appears on the instrument panel cluster and or DIC stop the vehicle as soon as possible Do not increase the engine speed above normal idling speed See Engine Overheating on page 5 26 for mor...

Page 202: ...tion and Displays on page 3 45 and Engine Oil on page 5 14 OIL PRESSURE LOW Notice If you drive your vehicle while the engine oil pressure is low severe engine damage may occur If a low oil pressure warning appears on the Driver Information Center DIC stop the vehicle as soon as possible Do not drive the vehicle until the cause of the low oil pressure is corrected See Engine Oil on page 5 14 for m...

Page 203: ...nd turn off the vehicle Restart the vehicle and check for the message on the DIC display If the message is still displayed or appears again when you begin driving the all wheel drive system needs service See your GM dealer Pressing any of the four DIC buttons or the trip odometer reset stem will clear the message from the DIC display SERVICE AIR BAG If there is a problem with the airbag system thi...

Page 204: ...be a problem with your StabiliTrak system If you see this message try to reset the system Stop turn off the engine then start the engine again If the SERVICE STABILITY message still comes on it means there is a problem You should see your GM dealer for service The vehicle is safe to drive however you do not have the benefit of StabiliTrak so reduce your speed and drive accordingly For more informa...

Page 205: ...f the vehicle s fuel cap is not tightened properly this message may appear along with the check engine light on the instrument panel See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 39 Reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap See Filling the Tank on page 5 8 The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed A loose or missing fuel cap will all...

Page 206: ...message will clear and the chime will stop when the fluid temperature reaches a safe level See Transmission Temperature Gage on page 3 38 TRANSMISSION HOT Notice If you drive your vehicle while the transmission fluid is overheating and the transmission temperature warning is displayed on the instrument panel cluster and or DIC you can damage the transmission This could lead to costly repairs that ...

Page 207: ...n for 3 4 of a mile 1 2 km this message will appear on the display and you will hear a chime Move the turn signal multifunction lever to the off position Pressing any of the four DIC buttons or the trip odometer reset stem will clear the message from the DIC display DIC Vehicle Customization Your vehicle may have customization capabilities that allow you to program some features to one setting bas...

Page 208: ...e driver s door will be unlocked when the vehicle is shifted into PARK P UNLOCK DOORS KEY OUT All of the doors will unlock when the key is taken out of the ignition UNLOCK DOORS MANUALLY The doors will not be unlocked automatically Choose one of the available options and press the customization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature Door Lock Delay If ...

Page 209: ...itter and the horn will chirp the second time you press the lock button LOCK FEEDBACK LAMPS The parking lamps will flash each time you press the button with the lock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter LOCK FEEDBACK HORN The horn will chirp the second time you press the button with the lock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter LOCK FEEDBACK OFF There will be no feedback when l...

Page 210: ...DLAMP DELAY OFF The amount of time you choose will be the amount of time that the headlamps stay on after you turn off the vehicle If you choose off the headlamps will turn off as soon as you turn off the vehicle Choose one of the available options and press the customization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature Perimeter Lights Press the customizati...

Page 211: ...lt Neither outside mirror will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE R CURB VIEW PASSENGER The passenger s outside mirror will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE R CURB VIEW DRIVER The driver s outside mirror will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE R CURB VIEW BOTH The driver s and passenger s outside mirrors will be tilted down when the ...

Page 212: ...r particular language English will be in English Francais will be in French and Espanol will be in Spanish When you see the language that you would like release both buttons The DIC will then display the information in the language you chose You can also scroll through the different languages by pressing and holding the trip reset stem for four seconds as long as you are in the odometer mode Displ...

Page 213: ...djusting the speakers Then when driving conditions permit you can tune to your favorite stations using the presets and steering wheel controls if equipped CAUTION This system provides you with a far greater access to audio stations and song listings Giving extended attention to entertainment tasks while driving can cause a crash and you or others can be injured or killed Always keep your eyes on t...

Page 214: ...er functions of your vehicle operate through the GM radio entertainment system If that equipment is replaced or additional equipment is added to your vehicle the chimes may not work Make sure that replacement or additional equipment is compatible with your vehicle before installing it See Accessories and Modifications on page 5 3 Your vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power RAP With ...

Page 215: ...atures to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While the radio is tuned to an RDS station the station name or call letters will appear on the display instead of the frequency RDS stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service that is base...

Page 216: ...qualization to compensate for background noise so that your music always sounds the same at the set volume level This feature is most effective at lower radio volume settings where background noise can affect how well you hear the music being played through your vehicle s audio system At higher volume settings where the music is much louder than the background noise there may be little or no adjus...

Page 217: ...o to a preset station play for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows again to stop scanning presets The radio will only scan stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band Setting Preset Stations Up to 30 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM six XM1 and six XM2 if equipped can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons by perfor...

Page 218: ... AUTO EQ Automatic Equalization Press this button to enhance the audio performance for different passengers in the vehicle The setting last chosen will appear on the display when you first press AUTO EQ Each time you press this button another setting will appear on the display and AUTO EQ will switch to one of the preset settings listed The audio system allows you to choose from four different equ...

Page 219: ... AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker control is displayed ALL CENTERED will appear on the display you will hear a beep and the display level will be adjusted to the middle position Finding a Program Type PTY Station RDS and XM To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press the TYPE button to activate program type select mode TYPE and a PTY will appear on the display 2 Turn the TYPE ...

Page 220: ...the display The radio may switch to stations with a stronger frequency To turn alternate frequency off press and hold BAND again for two seconds AF OFF will appear on the display The radio will not switch to other stations This function does not apply for XM Satellite Radio Service Setting Preset PTYs RDS Only These buttons have factory PTY presets Up to 12 PTYs six FM1 and six FM2 can be programm...

Page 221: ...on symbol will disappear from the display until another new message is received The last message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button You can view the last message until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to Radio Messages CAL ERR Calibration Error The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CAL ERR appears on the display it means that t...

Page 222: ...pen area the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly CH Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavail Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer ass...

Page 223: ...e The XM receiver in the vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced check with your GM dealer Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to channel 0 this message will alternate with the XM Radio eight digit radio ID label This label is needed to activate th...

Page 224: ...l or chrome tape is inserted If an error appears on the display see Cassette Tape Messages later in this section 1 PREV Previous The tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for previous to work Press this pushbutton to go to the previous selection on the tape if the current selection has been playing for less than three seconds If pressed when the current selection ...

Page 225: ...l continue moving forward or backward through the tape SEEK and a positive or negative number will appear on the display SCAN Press and hold either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep The radio will go to the next selection play for 10 seconds then go on to the next selection Press either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows again to s...

Page 226: ...te tape is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good cassette If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your GM dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your GM dealer when reporting the problem CD Adapter Kits It is possible to use a portable CD player with the cassette tape player after activating the bypass f...

Page 227: ...on page 3 101 for more information If there is no apparent damage try a known good CD Do not add any label to a CD it could get caught in the CD player If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a marking pen instead Notice If you add any label to a CD insert more than one CD into the slot at a time or attempt to play s...

Page 228: ...o to the start of the next track If either arrow is held or pressed more than once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD SCAN Press and hold either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep The radio will go to the next track play for 10 seconds then go on to the next track Press either the SCAN or the T...

Page 229: ...t to your GM dealer when reporting the problem Listening to a DVD If your vehicle has the Rear Seat Entertainment RSE system and a DVD is playing the DVD symbol will appear on the radio display indicating that the DVD is available and can be listened to through your vehicle s speakers To listen to the DVD press the TAPE DISC button until RSE appears on the radio display The current radio source wi...

Page 230: ... the DVD player power on and automatically resume play if the ignition is in RUN ACCESSORY or if RAP is active Before You Drive The RSE system is for rear seat passengers only The driver cannot safely view the video screen while driving and should not try to do so Headphones The RSE system includes two sets of wireless headphones Each set of headphones has an ON OFF control An indicator light will...

Page 231: ...t they are installed correctly using the diagram on the inside of the battery compartment 3 Tighten the screw to close the compartment door If the headphones are to be stored for a long period of time remove the batteries and keep them in a cool dry place Stereo RCA Jacks The RCA jacks are located behind the video screen The RCA jacks allow audio and video signals to be connected from an auxiliary...

Page 232: ...ll always transmit the audio signal by infrared to the wireless headphones if there is audio available See Headphones previously for more information The RSE system is capable of outputting audio to the vehicle speakers by using the radio The RSE system may be selected as an audio source on the radio if the RSE system power is on Once the RSE system is selected as an audio source on the radio adju...

Page 233: ...ayer The DVD player is located in the overhead console The DVD player can be controlled by the buttons on the DVD player and or by the buttons on the remote control See Remote Control later in this section for more information The DVD player power may be turned on when the ignition is in RUN ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active The RSE system DVD player is only compatible with ...

Page 234: ...rce c Stop Press this button to stop playing rewinding or fast forwarding a DVD or CD Press this button twice to return to the beginning of the DVD s Play Pause Press this button to start play of a DVD or CD Press this button while a DVD or CD is playing to pause it Press this button again to continue the play of the DVD or CD y Main DVD Menu Press this button to access the DVD menu The DVD menu i...

Page 235: ...skipping of the copyright information or the previews Some DVDs will begin playing after the previews have finished If the DVD does not begin to play the main title refer to the on screen instructions Stopping and Resuming Playback To stop playing a disc press and release the stop button on the DVD player faceplate or the remote control To resume playback press the play pause button on the DVD pla...

Page 236: ...king the line of sight may also affect the function of the remote control Notice Storing the remote control in a hot area or in direct sunlight may damage it and the repairs will not be covered by your warranty Keep the remote control stored in a cool dry place To extend the life of the batteries the remote control does not have a press and hold feature Remote Control Buttons O Power Press this bu...

Page 237: ...he current track or chapter Press this button again to return to the previous track or chapter This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews 1 through 0 Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad provides you with the capability of direct chapter title and track number selection 10 Double Digit Entries Press this button to select chapter title and track numbers ...

Page 238: ... DVD or CD Press this button while a DVD or CD is playing to pause it Press this button again to continue the play of the DVD or CD When the DVD is playing press the pause button then press the fast forward button The DVD will continue playing in a slow play mode To cancel slow play mode press the play pause button u Next Track Chapter Press this button to advance to the beginning of the next trac...

Page 239: ...cted but it was pulled back into the DVD player The disc is being stored in the DVD player Press the eject button again to eject the disc Problem Recommended Action In auxiliary mode the picture moves or scrolls Check the auxiliary input connections at both devices Change the Video Format to PAL or NTSC See Stereo RCA Jacks previously for how to change the video format The language in the audio or...

Page 240: ...y remove the disc from the DVD player This could permanently damage the disc and DVD player Problem Recommended Action Sometimes the wireless headphone audio cuts out or buzzes Check for obstructions low batteries reception range and interference from cellular telephone towers or by using your cellular telephone in the vehicle Check that the headphones are facing the front of the vehicle I lost th...

Page 241: ...ble with the region code of the DVD player No Disc This message will be displayed if any of the buttons on the DVD faceplate or remote control are pressed and no disc is present in the DVD player DVD Distortion There may be an experience with audio distortion in the wireless headphones when operating cellular phones scanners CB radios Global Positioning Systems GPS two way radios mobile fax or wal...

Page 242: ... the radio through the front speakers The rear seat passengers have control of the volume for each set of headphones The front seat audio controls always have priority over the RSA controls If the front seat passengers switch the source for the main radio to a remote source the RSA will not be able to control the source You can operate the rear seat audio when the main radio is off P Power Press t...

Page 243: ...e CD Press the down arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to a CD PROG Program Press this button to go to the next preset radio station set on the pushbuttons on the main radio This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to the radio When a cassette tape is p...

Page 244: ...ion off You must load CDs with the label side up If you do not the player will automatically eject the CDs Notice Loading CDs with adhesive labels will damage the player To load a CD perform the following steps 1 Press the LOAD button Available positions will blink green 2 Select a position by pressing the numbered button with the green blinking light If a button is not pressed within five seconds...

Page 245: ...llowing steps 1 Press the eject button upward pointing arrow The buttons with loaded CDs will blink green 2 Press one of the green blinking buttons to select the location of the CD you want to eject The changer will move to that location and eject the CD If you do not remove the CD from the player within 25 seconds it will be reloaded If the eject button is pressed and a numbered location button i...

Page 246: ...he display 6 RDM Random Press and release this pushbutton to hear all of the tracks on all of the loaded CDs in random rather than sequential order RDM ALL will appear on the display Press and hold this pushbutton to hear the tracks on the current CD in random rather than sequential order You will hear a beep and RDM ONE will appear on the display Press this pushbutton again to turn off random pla...

Page 247: ... only CDs in good condition without any label load one CD at a time and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials liquids and debris If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your GM dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your GM...

Page 248: ...ns The radio will only seek preset stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band When a CD is playing in the CD changer press this button to go to the next available CD if multiple CDs are loaded Q SOURCE R Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 if equipped or a CD If a CD is loaded the CD symbol will appear on the display Q SEEK R Press the up or the down arrow...

Page 249: ...c can also occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception When this happens try reducing the treble on your radio FM Stereo FM stereo will give the best sound but FM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles 16 to 65 km Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing the sound to fade in and out XM Satellite Radio Service XM Satellite Radio Service gi...

Page 250: ...ith pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn The recommended cleaning cassette is available through your dealer When cleaning the cassette tape player with the recommended non abrasive cleaning cassette it is possible that the cassette may eject because the cut tape detection feature on the radio may recognize it as a broken tape in error To prevent the cleaning cass...

Page 251: ...soft lint free cloth or dampen a clean soft cloth in a mild neutral detergent solution mixed with water and clean it Make sure the wiping process starts from the center to the edge Do not touch the bottom side of a CD while handling it this could damage the surface Pick up CDs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of the CD and DVD Player The use of CD lens cl...

Page 252: ... radio is used to adjust the vehicle s chime level To change the volume level of the chime press and hold pushbutton 6 with the ignition on and the radio power off The volume level will change from the normal level to loud and LOUD will appear on the radio display To change back to the default or normal setting press and hold pushbutton 6 again The volume level will change from the loud level to n...

Page 253: ...ving 4 17 Driving at Night 4 30 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 31 City Driving 4 33 Freeway Driving 4 34 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 35 Highway Hypnosis 4 35 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 36 Winter Driving 4 38 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 42 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 4 42 Recovery Hooks 4 43 Loading Your Vehicle 4 44 Truck Camper Loading Information 4 49 Towing ...

Page 254: ... pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do and be ready Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task makes proper defensive driving more difficult and...

Page 255: ...ates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it is against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do Ho...

Page 256: ... drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks The law in most U S states and throughout Canada sets the legal l...

Page 257: ...t know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking CAUTION Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your...

Page 258: ...he condition of the road whether it is wet dry or icy tire tread the condition of your brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops Your brakes will wear out m...

Page 259: ...36 Along with ABS your vehicle has a Dynamic Rear Proportioning DRP system If there is a DRP problem both the brake and ABS warning lights will come on accompanied by a 10 second chime The lights and chime will come on each time the ignition is turned on until the problem is repaired See your dealer for service Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely Suddenly an animal jumps out in f...

Page 260: ...ke pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you will not have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes Using Anti Lock Do not pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti lock work for you You may feel the brakes vibrat...

Page 261: ...re is a problem with your vehicle The system should initialize before the vehicle reaches 20 mph 32 km h In some cases it may take approximately two miles of driving before the system initializes If the system fails to turn on or activate the STABILITY SYS DISABLED or SERVICE STABILITY message will be displayed If the vehicle has gone through heavy acceleration or braking or multiple turns during ...

Page 262: ...y still hear system noises as a result of the brake traction control coming on To limit wheel spin and realize the full benefits of the stability enhancement system you should normally leave StabiliTrak on but it may be necessary to turn the system off if your vehicle is stuck in sand mud ice or snow and you want to rock your vehicle to attempt to free it It may also be necessary to turn off the s...

Page 263: ... up to two minutes or longer depending on brake usage Notice If you allow the wheel s of one axle to spin excessively while the traction system is off ABS and brake warning lights and the SERVICE STABILITY message are displayed you could damage the transfer case The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Reduce engine power and do not spin the wheel s excessively while these lights and this...

Page 264: ...r tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice you will understand this The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you are in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration...

Page 265: ...es you cannot there is not room That is the time for evasive action steering around the problem Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes See Braking on page 4 6 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close...

Page 266: ...nother vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing Drive ahead Lo...

Page 267: ...e lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone is not trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see its fro...

Page 268: ...nly the acceleration skid If your traction control system is off then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs ...

Page 269: ...merican road system behind Traffic lanes are not marked Curves are not banked There are no road signs Surfaces can be slippery rough uphill or downhill In short you have gone right back to nature Off road driving involves some new skills And that is why it is very important that you read this guide You will find many driving tips and suggestions These will help make your off road driving safer and...

Page 270: ...s could be injured Keep cargo below the top of the seatbacks CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Unsecured cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when driving over rough terrain You or your passengers can be struck by flying objects Secure the cargo properly Heavy loads on the roof raise the vehicle s center of gravity making it more likely to roll over You can be seriously or fatally injured...

Page 271: ...ass or other combustible materials that could catch fire from the heat of the vehicle s exhaust system Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip especially when going to a remote area Know the terrain and plan your route You are much less likely to get bad surprises Get accurate maps of trails and terrain Try to learn of any blocked or closed roads It is also a good idea to travel...

Page 272: ...terrain You need to be familiar with the terrain and its many different features Here are some things to consider Surface Conditions Off roading can take you over hard packed dirt gravel rocks grass sand mud snow or ice Each of these surfaces affects the steering acceleration and braking of your vehicle in different ways Depending upon the kind of surface you are on you may experience slipping sli...

Page 273: ...an be very dangerous on any road And this is certainly true for off road driving At the very time you need special alertness and driving skills your reflexes perceptions and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You could have a serious or even fatal accident if you drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking See Drunken Driving on page 4 3 Driving on Off Road ...

Page 274: ...ll that can block your path such as boulders trees logs or ruts What is beyond the hill Is there a cliff an embankment a drop off a fence Get out and walk the hill if you do not know It is the smart way to find out Is the hill simply too rough Steep hills often have ruts gullies troughs and exposed rocks because they are more susceptible to the effects of erosion Driving Uphill Once you decide you...

Page 275: ...First here is what you should do Push the brake pedal to stop the vehicle and keep it from rolling backwards Also apply the parking brake If the engine is still running shift the transmission to REVERSE R release the parking brake and slowly back down the hill in REVERSE R If the engine has stopped running you will need to restart it With the brake pedal pressed and the parking brake still applied...

Page 276: ...ry to back down the hill and decide I just cannot do it What should I do A Set the parking brake put the transmission in PARK P and turn off the engine Leave the vehicle and go get some help Exit on the uphill side and stay clear of the path the vehicle would take if it rolled downhill Driving Downhill When off roading takes you downhill you will want to consider a number of things How steep is th...

Page 277: ...ll A hill that is not too steep to drive down may be too steep to drive across You could roll over if you do not drive straight down Never go downhill with the transmission in NEUTRAL N This is called free wheeling The brakes will have to do all the work and could overheat and fade Q Am I likely to stall when going downhill A It is much more likely to happen going uphill But if it happens going do...

Page 278: ...ways it can hit something that will trip it a rock a rut etc and roll over Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse If you drive across a rock with the uphill wheels or if the downhill wheels drop into a rut or depression your vehicle can tilt even more For reasons like these you need to decide carefully whether to try to drive across an incline Just because the trail goes...

Page 279: ...e downhill low side of a vehicle stopped across an incline is dangerous If the vehicle rolls over you could be crushed or killed Always get out on the uphill high side of the vehicle and stay well clear of the rollover path Driving in Mud Sand Snow or Ice When you drive in mud snow or sand the wheels will not get good traction You cannot accelerate as quickly turning is more difficult and you will...

Page 280: ...rwater springs currents under the ice or sudden thaws can weaken the ice Your vehicle could fall through the ice and you and your passengers could drown Drive your vehicle on safe surfaces only Driving in Water Heavy rain can mean flash flooding and flood waters demand extreme caution Find out how deep the water is before you drive through it If it is deep enough to cover the wheel hubs axles or e...

Page 281: ...n driving through water After Off Road Driving Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody chassis or under the hood These accumulations can be a fire hazard After operation in mud or sand have the brake linings cleaned and checked These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking Check the body structure steering suspension wheels tires and exhaust system for damage Also ch...

Page 282: ... less trouble adjusting to night But if you are driving do not wear sunglasses at night They may cut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to re adjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who does not lower the h...

Page 283: ...rkings the edge of the road and even people walking It is wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer fluid reservoir filled with washer fluid Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They will not ...

Page 284: ...through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you cannot avoid deep puddles or standing water drive through them very slowly Driving Through Flowing Water CAUTION Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces If you try to drive through flowing water as you might at a low water crossing your veh...

Page 285: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 4 34 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move ...

Page 286: ...oulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it is slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use your turn signal Just before you leave the lane glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there is not another vehicl...

Page 287: ...s all inflated to the recommended pressure Weather Forecasts What is the weather outlook along your route Should you delay your trip a short time to avoid a major storm system Maps Do you have up to date maps Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is somethi...

Page 288: ...ad Driving on page 4 17 for information about driving off road Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transmission These parts can work hard on mountain roads CAUTION If you do not shift down your brakes could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Shift do...

Page 289: ...go down a steep or long hill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane As you go over the top of a hill be ...

Page 290: ...d a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where the tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice betwe...

Page 291: ...Brake System ABS improves your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have ABS you will want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock Brake System ABS on page 4 7 Allow greater following distance on any slippery road Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that is covered with ice On an otherwise cl...

Page 292: ...n help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you have been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you do not have blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to kee...

Page 293: ...long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close th...

Page 294: ...stroy your transmission For more information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains on page 5 79 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels If your vehicle has the StabiliTrak System turn the system off by pressing the StabiliTrak button so that the STABILITY SYS DISABLED message and the tracti...

Page 295: ... and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back Notice Never use recovery hooks to tow the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty Your vehicle has recovery hooks at the front of the vehicle You may need to use them if you are stuck off road and need to be pulled to some place where you can continue driving 4 43 ...

Page 296: ... the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the center pillar B pillar With the driver s door open you will find the label attached below the door lock post striker The tire and loading information label show...

Page 297: ...the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a tra...

Page 298: ...pacity Weight for Example 3 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 200 lbs 91 kg 5 1 000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Example 2 ...

Page 299: ...r axles called Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the center line Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle And if you do have a heavy load you should spre...

Page 300: ...the right way If you put things inside your vehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they will keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle Try to spread the weight even...

Page 301: ...riding position as well as better handling under a variety of passenger and loading conditions An air compressor connected to the rear shocks will raise or lower the rear of the vehicle to maintain proper vehicle height The system is activated when the ignition key is turned to RUN and will automatically adjust vehicle height thereafter The system may exhaust lower vehicle height for up to 10 minu...

Page 302: ...towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground and dolly towing towing your vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly Dinghy Towing and Dolly Towing All Wheel Drive Vehicles Notice Towing an all wheel drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground or even with only two of its wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components Do not tow an a...

Page 303: ...rectly follow the advice in this part and see your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle To identify the trailering capacity of your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section Trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling acceleration braking durabili...

Page 304: ...nd or hilly conditions See Tow Haul Mode following Three important considerations have to do with weight the weight of the trailer the weight of the trailer tongue and the weight on your vehicle s tires Tow Haul Mode Tow haul is designed to assist while your vehicle is pulling a large or heavy load or trailer Tow haul is most useful while pulling such a load in rolling terrain in stop and go traff...

Page 305: ... every time it is started Operating the vehicle in tow haul when lightly loaded or with no trailer at all will not cause damage However there is no benefit to the selection of tow haul when the vehicle is unloaded Such a selection when unloaded may result in unpleasant engine and transmission driving characteristics and reduced fuel economy Tow haul is recommended only when pulling a heavy trailer...

Page 306: ...o determine how much your vehicle can weigh based upon your vehicle model and options Notice Using a fifth wheel or goose neck hitch device on your vehicle could damage the vehicle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Do not use a fifth wheel or goose neck hitch device on your vehicle Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR AWD 6 0L 3 73 7 500 lbs 3 402 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg T...

Page 307: ...arry which will also reduce the trailer weight your vehicle can tow And if you will tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 44 for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity The trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B up to ...

Page 308: ...re than the total of the additional weight Consider the following example A vehicle model base weight is 5 500 lbs 2 495 kg 2 800 lbs 1 270 kg at the front axle and 2 700 lbs 1 225 kg at the rear axle It has a GVWR of 7 200 lbs 3 266 kg a RGAWR of 4 000 lbs 1 814 kg and a GCWR Gross Combination Weight Rating of 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg The trailer rating should be You can expect tongue weight to be at ...

Page 309: ...ith being able to handle only 600 lbs 272 kg of tongue weight Since tongue weight is usually at least 10 percent of total loaded trailer weight you can expect that the largest trailer your vehicle can properly handle is 6 000 lbs 2 721 kg It is important that you make sure your vehicle does not exceed any of its ratings GCWR GVWR RGAWR Maximum Trailer Rating or Tongue Weight The only way to be sur...

Page 310: ...tch dealer about sway controls Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes If your traile...

Page 311: ...wing Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when you re towing a trailer And because you re a good deal longer you ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return t...

Page 312: ... they would get hot and no longer work well You can tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the transmission to THIRD 3 or if necessary a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts too often e g under heavy loads and or hilly conditions You may also want to activate the tow haul mode if the transmission shifts too often See Tow Haul Mode earlier When towing at high altitude on steep uphill grade...

Page 313: ... Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you start your engine shift into a gear and release the parking brake 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Main...

Page 314: ...ector is attached to a bracket on the hitch platform The Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL wire is tied next to the trailer wiring harness for use with a trailer The seven wire harness contains the following trailer circuits Yellow Left Stop Turn Signal Dark Green Right Stop Turn Signal Brown Taillamps White Ground Light Green Back up Lamps Red Battery Feed Dark Blue Trailer Brake 4 62 ...

Page 315: ... weight of the load your vehicle can carry It doesn t include the weight of the people inside but you can figure about 150 lbs 68 kg for each seat The total cargo load must not be more than your vehicles CWR Weigh your vehicle with your trailer attached so that you won t go over the GVWR or GAWR If you are using a weight distributing hitch weigh the vehicle without the spring bars in place You ll ...

Page 316: ... NOTES 4 64 ...

Page 317: ...essure Cap 5 26 Engine Overheating 5 26 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 5 28 Cooling System 5 28 Engine Fan Noise 5 33 Power Steering Fluid 5 34 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 35 Brakes 5 36 Battery 5 39 Jump Starting 5 40 All Wheel Drive 5 45 Rear Axle 5 46 Front Axle 5 47 Headlamp Aiming 5 48 Headlamp Horizontal Aiming 5 49 Headlamp Vertical Aiming 5 50 Bulb Replacement 5 52 High Intensit...

Page 318: ...s 5 102 Wood Panels 5 103 Speaker Covers 5 103 Care of Safety Belts 5 103 Weatherstrips 5 103 Washing Your Vehicle 5 103 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 104 Finish Care 5 104 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 105 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 5 105 Tires 5 106 Sheet Metal Damage 5 106 Finish Damage 5 106 Underbody Maintenance 5 106 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 106 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 ...

Page 319: ...ol and stability control Some of these accessories may even cause malfunction or damage not covered by warranty GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on your vehicle Your GM dealer can accessorize your vehicle using genuine GM Accessories When you go to your GM dealer and ask for GM Accessories you will know that GM trained and supported service technicians will...

Page 320: ...e proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 14 Your vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 64 You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileag...

Page 321: ...notice a heavy knocking noise when you drive If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible Otherwise you might damage your engine If you are using gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher and you hear heavy knocking your engine needs service Gasoline Specifications At a minimum gasoline should meet ASTM specification D 4814 in the United States or CAN CGSB 3 5 in Cana...

Page 322: ...uired to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming allowing your emission control system to work properly In most cases you should not have to add anything to your fuel However some gasolines contain only the minimum amount of additive required to meet U S Environmental Protection Agency regulations To help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean or ...

Page 323: ... the use of such gasolines Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for service Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may be hard to find Nev...

Page 324: ...n some places Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the driver s side of the vehicle To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly counterclockwise It will require more effort to turn the fuel cap on the last turn as you loosen it CAUTION If you spill fuel and then something ignites it you could be badly burned Fuel...

Page 325: ...ate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 39 The TIGHTEN FUEL CAP message will be displayed on the Driver Information Center DIC if the fuel cap is not properly installed See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 48 for more information CAUTION If a fire starts while you are refueling do not remove the nozzle Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying t...

Page 326: ...fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Things th...

Page 327: ...ide the vehicle to the lower left of the steering wheel 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release located near the center of the grille 3 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then pull down the hood and close it firmly 5 11 ...

Page 328: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 6 0L High Output V8 engine here is what you will see 5 12 ...

Page 329: ...utomatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick See Checking the Fluid Level under Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5 21 G Engine Cooling Fan See Cooling System on page 5 28 H Remote Negative Terminal GND See Jump Starting on page 5 40 I Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 5 40 J Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Out of View See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 34 K Brake Fluid Reservoir See Br...

Page 330: ...very time you get fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil dipstick 1 Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you do not do this the oil dipstick might not show the...

Page 331: ...e Capacities and Specifications on page 5 119 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Pu...

Page 332: ...on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the oil container and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM ...

Page 333: ...ased on engine revolutions and engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE ENGINE O...

Page 334: ...s back on when you start your vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure If it still does not reset see your dealer for service What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand c...

Page 335: ... mile 83 000 km interval See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 for more information If you are driving in dusty dirty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter Vehicles With an Air Filter Restriction Indicator Locate the air filter restriction indicator on the engine air cleaner filter cover When the indicator turns black or is in the red ...

Page 336: ...on the cover of the housing and lift up the cover 3 Remove the engine air cleaner filter from the housing Care should be taken to dislodge as little dirt as possible 4 Clean the engine air cleaner filter sealing surfaces and the housing 5 Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter 6 Reinstall the cover and tighten the screws 7 Reset the air filter restriction indicator if equipped by pressin...

Page 337: ...nded Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick Notice Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission Too much can mean t...

Page 338: ... adding fluid Checking the fluid hot will give you a more accurate reading of the fluid level Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows 1 Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running 2 With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P 3 With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each ra...

Page 339: ...Automatic Transmission Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot A cold check is used only as a reference If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check It does ...

Page 340: ...h 25 000 miles 41 500 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Any repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always use DEX COOL silicate free coolant in your vehicle What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean drinkable water and one half DEX COOL coolant which will not damage aluminum parts If you use this coolant mixture you do not need to add anything else CAUTION Adding only plain water to ...

Page 341: ...n location CAUTION Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark Adding Coolant If you need more cool...

Page 342: ...ur Engine CAUTION Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire Y...

Page 343: ...ighest gear while driving DRIVE D If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning does not come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop park and fast idle your vehicle right away If there is still no sign of steam and your vehicle is equipped with an engine driven cooling fan push down the acce...

Page 344: ... an emergency Driving extended miles km and or towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided Notice After driving in the overheated engine protection operating mode to avoid engine damage allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair The engine oil will be severely degraded Repair the cause of coolant loss change the oil and reset the oil life system See Engine Oil on ...

Page 345: ... down Some amount of coolant may be lost due to overheating The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark If it is not you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Do not touch them If you do you can be burned Do not run ...

Page 346: ...0 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Any repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always use DEX COOL silicate free coolant in your vehicle How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you have not found a problem yet check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at or above the FULL COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture of...

Page 347: ...her water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine 1 You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling sys...

Page 348: ...n feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FULL COLD mark 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight and fully seated 5 32 ...

Page 349: ... merely the cooling system functioning properly The fan will slow down when additional cooling is not required and the clutch disengages You may also hear this fan noise when you start the engine It will go away as the fan clutch partially disengages If your vehicle is equipped with electric cooling fans you may hear the fans spinning at low speed during most everyday driving The fans may turn off...

Page 350: ...uid do the following 1 Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down 2 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean 3 Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag 4 Replace the cap and completely tighten it 5 Remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the FULL COLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to...

Page 351: ...ings and Messages on page 3 48 for more information Open the cap with the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage ...

Page 352: ... brakes will not work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you will have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid ...

Page 353: ... the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in yo...

Page 354: ...brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM ...

Page 355: ...cement brake parts Battery Your vehicle has a maintenance free battery When it is time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco replacement battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for battery location Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to ...

Page 356: ...it could damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice If the other vehicle s system is not a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use vehicles with 12 volt systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehi...

Page 357: ...o 4 Open the hoods and locate the positive and negative terminal locations of the other vehicle Your vehicle has a remote positive jump starting terminal and a remote negative jump starting terminal You should always use these remote terminals instead of the terminals on the battery The remote positive terminal is located near the engine accessory drive bracket On some vehicles the terminal may be...

Page 358: ... in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 5 Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive or to a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Negative will ...

Page 359: ...cable does not go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much le...

Page 360: ...al B Good Battery or Remote Positive and Negative Terminals C Dead Battery or Remote Positive Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good batt...

Page 361: ...ow to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole located on the transfer case you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole Use care not to overtighten the plug What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lub...

Page 362: ...ear lower than normal because fluid has traveled out along the axle tubes and has not drained back to the sump area Therefore a reading taken five minutes after the vehicle has been driven will appear to have a lower fluid level than a vehicle that has been stationary for an hour or two Remember that the rear axle assembly must be supported to get a true reading How to Check Lubricant To get an ac...

Page 363: ...he level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole located on the front axle you may need to add some lubricant When the differential is cold add enough lubricant to raise the level from 1 2 inch 12 mm to about 5 8 inch 18 mm below the filler plug hole When the differential is at operating temperature warm add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use ...

Page 364: ...ly read all the instructions before beginning Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlamp parts The vehicle should be properly prepared as follows The vehicle should be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft 7 6 m from a light colored wall or other flat surface The vehicle must have all four tires on a perfectly level surface which is level all the way to the wall or other flat ...

Page 365: ...dure If you believe your headlamps need only vertical V up down adjustment follow only the vertical aiming procedure Adjustment screws can be turned with an E8 Torx socket or T15 Torx screwdriver Headlamp Horizontal Aiming Turn the horizontal aiming screw A until the indicator B is lined up with zero Once the horizontal aim is adjusted then adjust the vertical aim 5 49 ...

Page 366: ...m headlamps 2 Measure the distance from the ground to the aim dot on each low beam headlamp Record this distance 3 At the wall or other flat surface measure from the ground upward the recorded distance from Step 2 and draw or tape a horizontal line the width of the vehicle Notice Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut off when aiming Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat build up which...

Page 367: ...llow only the beam of light from the headlamp being aimed to be seen on the flat surface 5 Turn the vertical aiming screw V until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line The top edge of the cut off should be positioned at the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line 6 Repeat Steps 4 and 5 for the opposite headlamp 5 51 ...

Page 368: ...ice any of the system components you could be seriously injured Have your dealer or a qualified technician service them Your vehicle has HID low beam headlamps After your vehicle s HID headlamp bulb has been replaced you may notice that the beam is a slightly different shade than it was originally This is normal Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you d...

Page 369: ...m Headlamp E Front Parking Turn Signal Lamp To replace a headlamp bulb do the following 1 Open the hood of the vehicle See Hood Release on page 5 11 for more information 2 Pry up the eight fastener plugs on the radiator cover and pull the fasteners out 3 Lift off the radiator cover 5 53 ...

Page 370: ...he clips release This will give you the needed clearance for removing the headlamp assembly 5 Remove the horizontal pin from the headlamp assembly by lifting the end of the pin upward until it unsnaps and then pulling it toward the center of the vehicle 5 54 ...

Page 371: ...from the lower corner of the headlamp assembly This will give you better access to the headlamp assembly 9 Remove the rubber circular shaped bulb cap of the affected bulb from the headlamp assembly 10 Turn the bulb connector counterclockwise and remove it with the old bulb from the headlamp assembly 11 Unplug the electrical connector from the old bulb 12 Plug in the electrical connector to the new...

Page 372: ... and then down into position 14 Install the two pins and snap the ends into their locked position 15 Reinstall the grille and radiator cover by reversing the removal procedure described previously Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Daytime Running Lamps A Low Beam Headlamp B Daytime Running Lamp DRL C Sidemarker Lamp D High Beam Headlamp E Front Parking Turn Signal Lamp 5 56 ...

Page 373: ...ve it from the headlamp assembly There is no lock for the sidemarker lamp 4 Remove the old bulb from the bulb socket 5 Put the new bulb into the bulb socket 6 Put the bulb socket into the turn signal housing and turn it clockwise until it locks There is no lock for the sidemarker lamp 7 Reverse the steps to reinstall Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps To replace one of these bulbs d...

Page 374: ... bulb into the socket insert it into the taillamp assembly and turn the bulb socket clockwise until it clicks 7 Reinstall the taillamp assembly and tighten the screws Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back up Lamp Rear Turn Signal Stoplamp and Taillamp 3157K Daytime Running Lamp DRL 4114K Front Turn Signal Lamps 3157AK High Beam Headlamp 9005 or 9005 LL Sidemarker Lamp 194 For replacemen...

Page 375: ...moved in different ways For proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6 14 To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly do the following 1 Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Push the release lever B to disengage the hook and push the wiper arm A out of the blade C 3 Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiper arm until you hear the release lever click ...

Page 376: ...You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 44 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 66 Over...

Page 377: ...iance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side may have the date of manufacture E Tire Ply Ma...

Page 378: ... 66 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 44 D DOT Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards E Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire s...

Page 379: ...imeters from sidewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A two digit number that indicates the tire height to width measurements For example if the tire size aspect ratio is 75 as shown in item C of the light truck LT Metric tire illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 75 as high as it is wide D Construction Code A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire The...

Page 380: ... kilopascals kPa before a tire has built up heat from driving See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 66 Curb Weight This means the weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel oil and coolant but without passengers and cargo DOT Markings A code molded into the sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance with the U S Departmen...

Page 381: ...that contains a whitewall bears white lettering or bears manufacturer brand and or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire Passenger P Metric Tire A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles Recommended Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended tire inflation pressure and shown on the ti...

Page 382: ...aximum Load on the Tire Load on an individual tire due to curb weight accessory weight occupant weight and cargo weight Vehicle Placard A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle s capacity weight and the original equipment tire size and recommended inflation pressure See Tire and Loading Information Label under Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 44 Inflation Tire Pressure Tires nee...

Page 383: ...ood quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You cannot tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are underinflated Check the tire s inflation pressure when the tires are cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km Remove the valve cap from the tire...

Page 384: ... the vehicle load If your vehicle has P265 70R17 AL2 size tires and you will be driving at high speeds speeds of 100 mph 160 km h or higher set the cold inflation pressure to the maximum inflation pressure shown on the tire sidewall or 38 psi 265 kPa whichever is lower See the example following When you end this high speed driving return the tires to the cold inflation pressure shown on the Tire a...

Page 385: ...CK TIRE PRESSURE message will appear when the vehicle is first started and then turn off as you start to drive the vehicle This could be an early indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and need to be inflated to the proper pressure Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer ...

Page 386: ...60 Notice Do not use a tire sealant if your vehicle has Tire Pressure Monitors The liquid sealant can damage the tire pressure monitor sensors Resetting the TPMS Identification Codes Each TPMS sensor has a unique identification code Any time you rotate your vehicle s tires or replace one or more of the TPMS sensors the identification codes will need to be matched to the new tire wheel position Eac...

Page 387: ... can use the pointed end of the valve cap a pencil style air pressure gage or a key 6 Proceed to the passenger s side front tire and repeat the procedure in Step 5 7 Proceed to the passenger s side rear tire and repeat the procedure in Step 5 8 Proceed to the driver s side rear tire and repeat the procedure in Step 5 9 After hearing the confirming horn chirp for the left rear tire check to see if ...

Page 388: ...that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 5 000 to 8 000 miles 8 000 to 13 000 km Any time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged ...

Page 389: ...otation See TPMS Sensor Identification Codes under Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5 69 Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 119 CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change...

Page 390: ...res for your vehicle The original equipment tires installed on your vehicle when it was new were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC spec system rating If you need replacement tires GM strongly recommends that you get tires with the same TPC Spec rating This way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give the same performance and vehic...

Page 391: ...ks after many miles of driving A tire and or wheel could fail suddenly causing a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle If you must replace your vehicle s tires with those that do not have a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type radial and bias belted tires as your vehicle s original tires Vehicles that have a tire p...

Page 392: ...nd Accessories and Modifications on page 5 3 for additional information Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which ...

Page 393: ...is tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustai...

Page 394: ...ould be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel should have the same load carrying capacity diameter width offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces If you need to replace any of your wheels wheel bolts or wh...

Page 395: ...Tire Chains CAUTION Do not use tire chains There is not enough clearance Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes suspension or other vehicle parts The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer reco...

Page 396: ...d and may require the same correction you would use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous ...

Page 397: ...event the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle To be even more certain the vehicle will not move you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side...

Page 398: ... jack cover by turning the two wing nuts one quarter turn counterclockwise and pulling the jack cover off A Wheel Blocks B Knob C Wing Nut D Retaining Hook E Jack F Jack Head G Mounting Bracket 2 Release the jack E from the mounting bracket G by turning the knob B on the jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head F from the mounting bracket Rear Seat Passenger s Side Jack Cover 5 82 ...

Page 399: ...ssenger s side top box storage unit To remove the tools do the following 1 Open the top door on the passenger s side top box storage box Use the ignition door key to unlock it if it is locked See Top Box Storage on page 2 72 for more information on the top box storage unit 2 Remove the black pouch from the top box You now have all of the tools you will need to lower the spare tire and change a fla...

Page 400: ...Shaft F Hoist End of Extension Tool G Hoist Shaft Access Hole H Wheel Wrench I Jack Handle Extensions J Spare Tire Lock If Equipped To lower the spare tire do the following 1 Your vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire lock J Open the spare tire lock cover on the bumper and use the ignition key to remove the lock 2 Assemble the wheel wrench H and the two jack handle extensions I as shown 5 84 ...

Page 401: ... wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle If the spare tire does not lower to the ground the secondary latch is engaged causing the tire not to lower See Secondary Latch System on page 5 93 5 Pull the spare tire towards you The wheel wrench has a hook that allows you to pull the hoist cable towards you to assist in reaching the spare tire 6 Tilt the retainer at the end ...

Page 402: ... the jack A the wheel blocks B the jack handle C the jack handle extensions D and the wheel wrench E 1 Remove the center cap by placing the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently prying the cap out 2 Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen the wheel nuts Do not remove the wheel nuts yet 5 86 ...

Page 403: ... position B See the text and art following for the exact jack placement CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack Jack Positions Overall View 5 87 ...

Page 404: ...roper location before raising the vehicle 4 Position the jack under the vehicle Front Tire Flat If the flat tire is on a front tire of the vehicle you will need to use the jack handle C and only one jack handle extension D Attach the wheel wrench to the jack handle extension Attach the jack handle to the jack Position the jack on the frame behind the flat tire where the frame sections overlap Fron...

Page 405: ...l wrench to the jack handle extensions Attach the jack handle to the jack Use the jacking pad provided on the rear axle 5 Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to clear the ground 6 Remove all the wheel nuts and take off the flat tire Rear Position 5 89 ...

Page 406: ...re the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off 7 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 8 Install the spare tire CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could ...

Page 407: ...ter mounting the spare 10 Tighten each wheel nut by hand Then use the wheel wrench to tighten the wheel nuts until the wheel is held against the hub 11 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the vehicle Lower the jack completely Front Position Rear Position 1500 Series 5 91 ...

Page 408: ...ce Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 119 for the wheel nut torque specification 12 Tighten the nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown by turning the wheel wrench clockwise When you ...

Page 409: ... hoist assembly and you and others could get hurt Read and follow the instructions listed below To release the spare tire from the secondary latch do the following 1 Check under the vehicle to see if the cable end is visible If the cable is not visible proceed to Step 6 2 If it is visible first try to tighten the cable by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip...

Page 410: ...l blocks on their shortest ends with the backs facing each other 7 Place the bottom edge of the jack A on the wheel blocks B separating them so that the jack is balanced securely 8 Attach the jack handle extension and wheel wrench to the jack and place it with the wheel blocks under the vehicle toward the front of the rear bumper 5 94 ...

Page 411: ...ging by the cable CAUTION Someone standing too close during the procedure could be injured by the jack If the spare tire does not slide off the jack completely make sure no one is behind you or on either side of you as you pull the jack out from the spare 13 Disconnect the jack handle from the jack and carefully remove the jack Use one hand to push against the spare while firmly pulling the jack o...

Page 412: ... continue changing the flat tire see Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire on page 5 86 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Notice Storing an aluminum wheel with a fla...

Page 413: ...f Extension Tool G Hoist Shaft Access Hole H Wheel Wrench I Jack Handle Extensions J Spare Tire Lock If Equipped 1 Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down and toward the rear of the vehicle 2 Tilt the retainer downward and through the wheel opening Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel 3 Attach the wheel wrench H and...

Page 414: ...ng 6 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice The cable cannot be overtightened 7 Make sure the tire is stored securely Push pull A and then try to turn B the tire If the tire moves use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable Reinstall the spare tire lock if equipped 5 98 ...

Page 415: ...on regarding proper tire inflation and loading your vehicle For instruction on how to remove install or store a spare tire see Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire on page 5 86 and Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools on page 5 96 After installing the spare tire on your vehicle you should stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare is correctly inflated Have the damaged or f...

Page 416: ...leaned Permanent damage may result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not intended Use glass cleaner only on glass Remove any accidental over spray from other surfaces immediately To prevent over spray apply cleaner directly to the cleaning cloth Notice If you use abrasive cleaners when cleaning glass surfaces on your vehicle you could scratch the glass and or cause damage to the ...

Page 417: ...th a soft brush attachment frequently to remove dust and loose dirt A canister vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used on floor carpet and carpeted floor mats For soils always try to remove them first with plain water or club soda Before cleaning gently remove as much of the soil as possible using one of the following techniques For liquids gently blot the remaining soil with a pap...

Page 418: ...icone or wax based products or those containing organic solvents to clean your vehicle s interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Never use shoe polish on your leather Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust If a more thorough cleaning is necessary a clean soft cloth dampened...

Page 419: ...ded Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 Washing Your Vehicle The paint finish on the vehicle provides beauty depth of color gloss retention and durability The best way to preserve the vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Do not wash the vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Do not use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure ...

Page 420: ...reign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are sub...

Page 421: ...ed wheels you could damage the surface of the wheel s The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Use only GM approved cleaners on aluminum or chrome plated wheels The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Do not use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage t...

Page 422: ... GM dealer s body and paint shop Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Cle...

Page 423: ...e wheels and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on and wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects in one step No wiping necessary Wash Wax Concentrate Med...

Page 424: ...s and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You will find this label on the inside of the glove box It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label you will find the following VI...

Page 425: ...xed Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other power accessories When the current load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed or goes away Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible ...

Page 426: ...ou don t have a fuse extractor hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out You may have spare fuses located behind the fuse block access door These can be used to replace a bad fuse However make sure it is of the correct amperage Fuses Usage RR Wiper Not Used SEO ACCY Special Equipment Option Accessory WS WPR Windshield Wipers 5 110 ...

Page 427: ...ar Fog Lamp Export Only BRAKE Anti lock Brake System Fuses Usage DRIVER UNLCK Power Door Lock Relay Driver s Door Unlock Function IGN 0 Powertrain Control Module Transmission Control Module TBC IGN 0 Truck Body Controller VEH CHMSL Vehicle and Trailer High Mounted Stoplamp LT TRLR ST TRN Left Turn Signal Stop Trailer LT TRN Left Turn Signals and Sidemarkers VEH STOP Vehicle Stoplamps Brake Module ...

Page 428: ...l Tire Pressure Monitoring System If Equipped TBC 2C Truck Body Controller HAZRD Flasher Module CB LT DRS Left Power Window Circuit Breaker TBC 2B Truck Body Controller TBC 2A Truck Body Controller Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block The center instrument panel utility block is located underneath the instrument panel to the left of the steering column 5 112 ...

Page 429: ...EAT Driver and Passenger Seat Module Circuit Breaker CB RT DOOR Rear Right Power Window Passenger Door Module SPARE Not Used INFO Not Used Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block is located in the engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle near the battery Lift the cover for access to the fuse relay block To remove fuses hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finge...

Page 430: ...5 114 ...

Page 431: ... Feed Front Seats Right Doors BLWR Front Climate Control Fan Fuses Usage LBEC Left Bussed Electrical Center Door Modules Door Locks Auxiliary Power Outlet Rear Cargo Area and Instrument Panel STUD 2 Accessory Power Trailer Wiring Brake Feed ABS Anti lock Brakes VSES ECAS Automatic Level Control ALC Compressor IGN A Ignition Power IGN B Ignition Power LBEC 1 Left Bussed Electrical Center Left Doors...

Page 432: ...lay RTD Electronic Suspension Control Automatic Level Control ALC Exhaust TRL B U Backup Lamps Trailer Wiring Fuses Usage F PMP Fuel Pump Relay B U LP Back up Lamps Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System RR DEFOG Rear Window Defogger HDLP HI Headlamp High Beam Relay PRIME Not Used AIRBAG Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System FRT PARK Front Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps DRL Daytime Ru...

Page 433: ...io System SEO B1 Mid Bussed Electrical Center Universal Home Remote System Rear Heated Seats LO HDLP LT Driver s Side Headlamp Low Beam Fuses Usage BTSI Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System CRNK Starting System LO HDLP RT Passenger s Side Headlamp Low Beam FOG LP Fog Lamp Relay FOG LP Fog Lamps HORN Horn Relay W S WASH Not Used W S WASH Not Used INFO OnStar Rear Seat Entertainment RADIO AMP R...

Page 434: ...nt on the driver s side of the vehicle next to the underhood fuse block Lift the cover for access to the fuse relay block Fuses Usage COOL FAN Cooling Fan COOL FAN Cooling Fan Relay Fuse COOL FAN Cooling Fan Fuse Relays Usage COOL FAN 1 Cooling Fan Relay 1 COOL FAN 3 Cooling Fan Relay 3 COOL FAN 2 Cooling Fan Relay 2 5 118 ...

Page 435: ...6 2 qt 15 3 L Electric Engine Cooling Fan 16 8 qt 15 9 L Engine Oil with Filter 6 0 qt 5 7 L Fuel Tank 31 0 gal 117 0 L Transfer Case Fluid 1 5 qt 1 4 L Wheel Nut Torque 140 lb ft 190 Y All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid level after filling Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap ...

Page 436: ... NOTES 5 120 ...

Page 437: ...ed Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Owner Checks and Services 6 9 At Each Fuel Fill 6 9 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 10 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 14 Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 14 Maintenance Record 6 15 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 6 1 ...

Page 438: ...e not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance is important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition be sur...

Page 439: ...ce Footnotes on page 6 7 for further information CAUTION Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous In trying to do some jobs you can be seriously injured Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know how and the proper tools and equipment for the job If you have any doubt see your GM Goodwrench dealer to have a qualified technician do the work See Doing Your Own S...

Page 440: ...ts and reset the system If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally you must service your vehicle within 3 000 miles 5 000 km since your last service Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System on page 5 17 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message appears certain services ...

Page 441: ...flation pressures and wear See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 72 and Tire Wear Inspection in At Least Once a Month on page 6 9 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed Perform any needed additional services See Additional Required Services on page 6 6 Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b Inspect...

Page 442: ...r damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Vehicles without a filter restriction indicator Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 19 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter severe service See footnote h Change automatic transmission fluid and filter normal service Change transfer case fluid See footnote m Inspect evaporative c...

Page 443: ...commended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be recorded Lubricate the front suspension ball joints steering linkage transmission shift linkage and parking brake cable guides Ball joints should not be lubricated unless their temperature is 10 F 12 C or higher or they could be damaged a Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding l...

Page 444: ... More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive environment Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them last longer seal better and not stick or squeak g Inspect system Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition Check that the purge valve works properly if equipped Replace as needed h Change automatic tra...

Page 445: ...lure to keep your engine oil at the proper level can cause damage to your engine not covered by your warranty Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant on page 5 24 for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer fluid reservoir and add the prope...

Page 446: ...r position contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake on p...

Page 447: ...regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To chec...

Page 448: ...Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 5 24 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No U S 89021184 in Canada 89021186 Automatic Transmission DEXRON VI Automatic ...

Page 449: ...icant GM Part No U S 12345879 in Canada 10953511 or lubricant meeting requirements of GM 9985830 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No U S 12345579 in ...

Page 450: ...cification can be obtained from your GM dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 10368768 A1518C Oil Filter 88984215 PF46 Spark Plugs 12571164 41 985 Windshield Wiper Blades 22 0 inches 56 0 cm 15153642 Engine Drive Belt Routing A Air Conditioning Compressor 6 14 ...

Page 451: ...ices performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 9 can be added on the following record pages You should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 15 ...

Page 452: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 16 ...

Page 453: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 17 ...

Page 454: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18 ...

Page 455: ...Roadside Service 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 9 Collision Damage Repair 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects 7 13 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 13 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 14 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 14 Section 7 Customer Assist...

Page 456: ...a contact the Canadian Cadillac Customer Communication Centre by calling 1 888 446 2000 We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle Identification Number VIN This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left of t...

Page 457: ...A 22203 1838 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs Specific vehicle informati...

Page 458: ...o the addresses below United States Customer Assistance Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P O Box 33169 Detroit MI 48232 5169 www Cadillac com 1 800 458 8006 1 800 833 2622 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 882 1112 Fax Number 313 381 0022 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish Fax Number 313 381 0022 From U S Virgin Isl...

Page 459: ...ogram This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 of the cost of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle such as hand controls or a wheelchair scooter lift The offer is available for a very limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease For more details or to determine your vehicle s eligibility visit gmmobility com or call...

Page 460: ...r any situation covered by the base warranty coverage and at a nominal charge if the Cadillac is no longer covered by the base warranty Roadside Service is available only in the United States and Canada Cadillac Owner Privileges Roadside Service provides several Cadillac Owner Privileges at no charge throughout your Cadillac Warranty Period 48 months 50 000 miles 80 000 km Emergency Road Service i...

Page 461: ...ivery Roadside Service for the Hearing or Speech Impaired Roadside Service is prepared to assist owners who have hearing difficulties or are speech impaired Cadillac has installed special telecommunication devices called Text Telephone TTY in the Roadside Service Center Any customer who has access to a TTY or a conventional teletypewriter can communicate with Cadillac by dialing from the United St...

Page 462: ...ption of your daily schedule This includes one way or round trip shuttle service to a destination up to 10 miles 16 km from the dealership Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires warranty repairs reimbursement of public transportation expenses may be available for up to a maximum of five days In addition should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative re...

Page 463: ...ta Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle like other modern motor vehicles has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle s performance Your vehicle uses on board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and if so equipped to provide anti lock braki...

Page 464: ...tions for research purposes Others such as law enforcement may have access to the special equipment that can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar please check the OnStar subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection Collision Damage Repair If your vehicle i...

Page 465: ...ets your needs before you ever need collision repairs Your GM dealer may have a collision repair center with GM trained technicians and state of the art equipment or be able to recommend a collision repair center that has GM trained technicians and comparable equipment Insuring Your Vehicle Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance coverage There are sig...

Page 466: ...udes your insurance information and registration if you keep these items in your vehicle Gather the important information you will need from the other driver Things like name address phone number driver s license number vehicle license plate vehicle make model and model year Vehicle Identification Number VIN insurance company and policy number and a general description of the damage to the other v...

Page 467: ...repairs you are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company s collision policy repair limits as you have no contractual limits with that company In such cases you can have control of the repair and parts choices as long as cost stays within reasonable limits Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your veh...

Page 468: ...ian Cadillac Customer Communication Centre 163 005 General Motors of Canada Limited 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines transmission axle suspension brakes electrical steering body etc Transmission Transaxle Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides i...

Page 469: ...ations are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover visit Helm Inc on the World Wide Web at www helminc com Or you can write to Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 Prices are su...

Page 470: ... NOTES 7 16 ...

Page 471: ... 1 59 When Should an Airbag Inflate 1 57 Where Are the Airbags 1 54 All Wheel Drive 5 45 All Wheel Drive AWD System 4 12 Analog Clock 3 22 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 101 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 102 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 4 7 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 36 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 5 105 Care of Safety Belts 5 103 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 106 Cle...

Page 472: ...Radio Antenna System 3 102 Automatic Headlamp System 3 15 Automatic Transmission Fluid 5 21 Operation 2 30 B Battery 5 39 Run Down Protection 3 18 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 35 Brake Anti Lock Brake System ABS 4 7 Emergencies 4 8 Parking 2 33 System Warning Light 3 35 Brake Pedal Throttle 2 28 Brakes 5 36 Braking 4 6 Braking in Emergencies 4 8 Break In New Vehicle 2 25 Bulb Replacement 5 52 F...

Page 473: ...1 33 Infants and Young Children 1 30 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 1 39 Child Restraints cont Older Children 1 27 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 46 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 48 Where to Put the Restraint 1 38 Chime Level Adjustment 3 102 Cigarette Lighter 3 21 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 5 105 Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 ...

Page 474: ...tors 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 13 Roadside Service 7 6 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 14 D Daytime Running Lamps 3 15 Defensive Driving 4 2 Delayed Locking 2 9 Doing Your Own Service Work 5 4 Dome Lamp Override 3 18 Dome Lamps 3 17 Door Delayed Locking 2 9 Locks 2 8 Power Door Locks 2 9 Prog...

Page 475: ... 5 39 Check and Service Engine Soon Light 3 39 Coolant 5 24 Coolant Heater 2 28 Coolant Temperature Gage 3 37 Drive Belt Routing 6 14 Engine Compartment Overview 5 12 Engine cont Exhaust 2 36 Fan Noise 5 33 Oil 5 14 Oil Life System 5 17 Overheated Protection Operating Mode 5 28 Overheating 5 26 Starting 2 27 Entry Exit Lighting 3 18 Event Data Recorders EDR 7 9 Extender Safety Belt 1 26 Exterior C...

Page 476: ... Windshield Wiper 5 109 G Gage Engine Coolant Temperature 3 37 Fuel 3 44 Oil Pressure 3 41 Speedometer 3 30 Gage cont Tachometer 3 30 Transmission Temperature 3 38 Voltmeter Gage 3 34 Garage Door Opener 2 48 Gasoline Octane 5 5 Specifications 5 5 Glove Box 2 53 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 7 5 H Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Head Restraints 1 6 Headlamp Aiming 5 48 Horizontal Aiming 5 49 Vertic...

Page 477: ...ition Positions 2 26 Infants and Young Children Restraints 1 30 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 66 Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 Storage Area 2 53 Instrument Panel I P Brightness 3 17 Cluster 3 29 J Jump Starting 5 40 K Keyless Entry System 2 4 Keys 2 3 L Labeling Tire Sidewall 5 61 Lamps Battery Run Down Protection 3 18 Dome 3 17 Dome Lamp Override 3 18 Exterior 3 14 Exterior Cargo 3 17 Fog 3 16 Readin...

Page 478: ...gage Carrier 2 54 Lumbar Power Controls 1 3 M Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services 6 6 At Each Fuel Fill 6 9 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 10 Introduction 6 2 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Maintenance Record 6 15 Maintenance Requirements 6 2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 14 Owner Checks and Services 6 9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Scheduled Maintenan...

Page 479: ...ngine 5 14 Pressure Gage 3 41 Oil Engine Oil Life System 5 17 Older Children Restraints 1 27 Online Owner Center 7 3 OnStar System see OnStar Manual 2 46 Other Warning Devices 3 6 Outlet Adjustment 3 27 Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror with Curb View Assist 2 45 Convex Mirror 2 44 Heated Mirrors 2 45 Power Mirrors 2 43 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 5 28 Owner Checks and Services 6 9 ...

Page 480: ... 65 Rear Seat Audio 3 92 Setting the Time 3 64 Theft Deterrent 3 97 Understanding Reception 3 99 Reading Lamps 3 18 Rear Axle 5 46 Rear Door Security Locks 2 10 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides 1 25 Rear Seat Armrest 2 55 Rear Seat Audio RSA 3 92 Rear Seat Entertainment System 3 80 Rear Seat Operation 1 7 Rear Seat Passengers Safety Belts 1 22 Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimming with Compass 2 42 Rea...

Page 481: ...fety Belts Care of 5 103 Driver Position 1 14 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 14 Safety Belts cont Questions and Answers About Safety Belts 1 13 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides 1 25 Rear Seat Passengers 1 22 Right Front Passenger Position 1 22 Safety Belt Extender 1 26 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 21 Safety Belts Are for Everyone 1 8 Safety Warnings and Symbols iii Scheduled Maintenance ...

Page 482: ... Steering Wheel Tilt Wheel 3 6 Storage Areas All Weather Cargo Area 2 68 Center Console Storage Area 2 53 Cupholder s 2 53 Glove Box 2 53 Instrument Panel Storage Area 2 53 Storage Areas cont Luggage Carrier 2 54 Rear Seat Armrest 2 55 Top Box Storage 2 72 Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 42 Sun Visors 2 23 Sunroof 2 73 T Tachometer 3 30 Tailgate 2 19 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lam...

Page 483: ...74 Top Box Storage 2 72 Tow Haul Mode 2 32 Tow Haul Mode Light 3 43 Towing Recreational Vehicle 4 50 Towing a Trailer 4 50 Your Vehicle 4 50 Traction Off Light 3 37 Road Sensing Suspension 4 9 StabiliTrak System 4 9 Trailer Recommendations 4 63 Transmission Fluid Automatic 5 21 Temperature Gage 3 38 Transmission Operation Automatic 2 30 Trip Odometer 3 30 Truck Camper Loading Information 4 49 Turn...

Page 484: ...gs DIC Warnings and Messages 3 48 Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Other Warning Devices 3 6 Safety and Symbols iii Vehicle Damage iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 5 78 Different Size 5 76 Replacement 5 78 Where to Put the Restraint 1 38 Windows 2 21 Power 2 22 Windshield Washer 3 10 Washer Fluid 5 35 Wiper Blade Replacement 5 59 Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 105 Wiper Fuses 5 109 Wipers 3 9 Winter Drivi...

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