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J-Case Fuses

Usage

Starter

Stud 2 (Trailer Brakes)

Left Bussed Electrical Center 1

Electric Running Boards

Heated Windshield Washer System

Transfer Case

Stud 1 (Trailer Connector Battery
Power)

Mid-Bussed Electrical Center 1

Climate Control Blower

Power Liftgate Module

Left Bussed Electrical Center 2

Relays

Usage

FAN HI

Cooling Fan High Speed

FAN LO

Cooling Fan Low Speed

FAN CNTRL

Cooling Fan Control

HDLP LO/HID

Low-Beam Headlamp

FOG LAMP

Front Fog Lamps

A/C CMPRSR

Air Conditioning Compressor

STRTR

Starter

PWR/TRN

Powertrain

FUEL PMP

Fuel Pump

PRK LAMP

Parking Lamps

REAR DEFOG

Rear Defogger

RUN/CRANK

Switched Power

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Summary of Contents for ESCALADE - BROCHURE 2009

Page 1: ...emote System 2 55 Storage Areas 2 62 Sunroof 2 65 Instrument Panel 3 1 Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 Climate Controls 3 27 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 33 Driver Information Center DIC 3 47 A...

Page 2: ...pearance Care 6 96 Vehicle Identification 6 104 Electrical System 6 105 Capacities and Specifications 6 113 Maintenance Schedule 7 1 Maintenance Schedule 7 2 Customer Assistance Information 8 1 Custom...

Page 3: ...res and controls Pictures symbols and words work together to explain vehicle operation Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Owners Canadian Owners Propri taires Canadiens A Fre...

Page 4: ...something that could damage your vehicle Many times this damage would not be covered by the vehicle s warranty and it could be costly The notice tells what to do to help avoid the damage There are al...

Page 5: ...g Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar Brake System Warning Light Charging System I Cruise Control B Engine Coolant Temperature O Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps Fuel Gage Fuses i Headlamp High Low Beam C...

Page 6: ...NOTES vi...

Page 7: ...ild Restraint Systems 1 59 Where to Put the Restraint 1 61 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 1 63 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 71 Securing a Child Restraint in the C...

Page 8: ...operly there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck spinal injury in a crash Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly Adjust the head...

Page 9: ...le may also be equipped with manually tilting head restraints in the outboard seating positions The rear seat has head rests that can be adjusted up and down Front Seats Power Seats The power seat con...

Page 10: ...Your vehicle has a memory function which allows seat settings to be saved and recalled See Memory Features on page 1 7 Power Lumbar The controls used to operate the power lumbar feature are located o...

Page 11: ...temperature settings of high medium and low and to turn the heated seatback off Indicator bars next to the symbol designate the level of heat selected three for high two for medium and one for low z...

Page 12: ...ndicate that the feature is on Press the button to cycle through the temperature settings of high medium and low and to turn the heated seatback off Indicator bars next to the symbol designate the lev...

Page 13: ...ehicle must be in P Park Press and release either button 1 or button 2 corresponding to the desired driving position The seat outside mirrors steering wheel position and adjustable throttle and brake...

Page 14: ...omization on page 3 65 for more information Further programming for the memory seat feature can be done using the DIC You can select the automatic easy exit seat feature or the remote memory seat reca...

Page 15: ...nnot 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 t...

Page 16: ...at To heat the seat cushion press the button with the heated seat symbol A heated seat symbol will be shown in the RSA display to indicate that the feature is on Press the button to cycle through the...

Page 17: ...ase fold and tumble feature Manual Fold and Tumble Feature Folding and Tumbling the Seat s To fold and tumble the seat do the following 1 Make sure that there is nothing under in front of or on the se...

Page 18: ...this position creates a flat load floor If the seatback cannot fold flat try moving the front seat forward and or put the front seatback in the upright position 3 Lift the same lever again to release...

Page 19: ...pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked 2 Lift the seatback and push it rearward Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked CAUTION A safety belt that is improperly routed not p...

Page 20: ...le has them do the following 1 Make sure that there is nothing under in front of or on the seat Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safe...

Page 21: ...rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear...

Page 22: ...ll on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked 2 Lift the seatback and push it rearward Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked CAUTION A safety belt that is improperly routed not prop...

Page 23: ...seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat 2 Press the automatic seat release button located on the panel behi...

Page 24: ...t is locked To return the seatback to an upright position do the following 1 Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback will return to the upright position CAUTION...

Page 25: ...damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat 2 Lift the lever located on the outboard side of the...

Page 26: ...eat down until it latches to the floor The seatback cannot be raised if the seat is not latched to the floor CAUTION If either seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash Th...

Page 27: ...ow seats if your vehicle has them 1 Make sure that there is nothing under in front of or on the seat Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the...

Page 28: ...e Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before fold...

Page 29: ...k cannot be raised if the seat is not latched to the floor CAUTION If either seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there...

Page 30: ...em do the following 1 Make sure that there is nothing under in front of or on the seat Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts...

Page 31: ...ess the controls for the seat 2 Remove all items on the seat cushion Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle th...

Page 32: ...it is locked Tumbling the Third Row Seat The seat can be tumbled forward for additional cargo space To tumble the seat do the following 1 Open the liftgate to access the controls for the seat 2 Make s...

Page 33: ...pped under the seat 3 Release the seat from the tumbled position by lifting the lever located next to the carrying handle at the bottom rear of the seat 4 Pull the seat down until it latches to the fl...

Page 34: ...gate to access the rear of the vehicle 2 Slide the front outboard seat wheels into the track on the floor and roll the seat forward The front latches should lock into place If the latches do not lock...

Page 35: ...ck to make sure it is locked CAUTION A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be ser...

Page 36: ...of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and...

Page 37: ...n vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot 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 jus...

Page 38: ...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 32...

Page 39: ...el 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...

Page 40: ...lts not instead of them Whether or not an airbag is provided all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection That is true not only in frontal collisions but especially in side and oth...

Page 41: ...ut of the vehicle in a crash And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts First before you or your passenger s wear a safety belt there is important information you should kn...

Page 42: ...o loose It will not give 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 sho...

Page 43: ...tection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose In a crash you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal in...

Page 44: ...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 on the pelvic bones This could cause s...

Page 45: ...red 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 on the abdomen not on the pelvic bones and...

Page 46: ...houlder 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 a...

Page 47: ...sh you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury You might also slide under the lap belt The belt force would then...

Page 48: ...ss 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...

Page 49: ...ing instructions explain how to wear a lap shoulder belt properly 1 Adjust the seat if the seat is adjustable so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 2 Pick up the latch plate and...

Page 50: ...into the buckle until it clicks If you find that the latch plate will not go fully into the buckle see if you are using the correct buckle Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the b...

Page 51: ...e latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants To unlatch the belt push the button on the buckle The belt should return to its stowed position Before a door is closed be sure the saf...

Page 52: ...o move it down without squeezing the buttons to make sure it has locked into position Safety Belt Pretensioners This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front outboard occupants Although the saf...

Page 53: ...positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the second row seat and the third row if the vehicle has one Here is how to install a comfort g...

Page 54: ...he 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 elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on...

Page 55: ...s of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described previously in this section Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder...

Page 56: ...elt is worn properly it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Lap Belt This part...

Page 57: ...ted into the buckle 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 retailer will order you an extender W...

Page 58: ...lt Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder If yes continue If no try using the rear safety belt comfort guide See Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides under Lap Shoulder Belt on page 1 43 for more info...

Page 59: ...see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides under Lap Shoulder Belt on page 1 43 According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in...

Page 60: ...properly In a crash the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt The child could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury The child might also slide under the lap...

Page 61: ...angled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play with the safety belts Airb...

Page 62: ...rash forces an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash For example in a crash at only 40 km h 25 mph a 5 5 kg 12 lb infant will suddenly become a 110 kg 240...

Page 63: ...ver put a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat Secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat It is also better to secure a forward facing child restraint in a rear seat If you mus...

Page 64: ...e 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 ch...

Page 65: ...uld cause serious or fatal injuries To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash young children should always be secured in appropriate child restraints Child Restraint Systems A rea...

Page 66: ...n the vehicle using the vehicle s safety belt or LATCH system following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual To help reduce the chance of injury the...

Page 67: ...Within the Child Restraint CAUTION A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Secure the child properly following the instructio...

Page 68: ...front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger fronta...

Page 69: ...designed to make installation of a child restraint easier The LATCH system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint that are made for use with the LATCH system Make sure that...

Page 70: ...op 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 r...

Page 71: ...ld restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations j Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchors i Top Tether A...

Page 72: ...l anchors located in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion For models with second row bucket seats both rear seating positions have exposed metal anchors located in the crease between t...

Page 73: ...row seat there is one top tether anchor located at the bottom rear of the seat cushion that can be used for either the third row center or driver side seating position Never install two top tethers u...

Page 74: ...llowing the instructions that came with the child restraint and the instructions in this manual CAUTION Do not attach more than one child restraint to a single anchor Attaching more than one child res...

Page 75: ...elts Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual 1 1 Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position 1 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 1 3...

Page 76: ...are using a dual tether route the tether around the headrest or head restraint If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether raise the he...

Page 77: ...ions Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint...

Page 78: ...have either free falling or cinching latch plates Use the following pictures to determine the latch plate style 1 Put the child restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and sho...

Page 79: ...cinching latch plates tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed 3 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could b...

Page 80: ...a lap shoulder belt and a cinching latch plate skip Step 4 and proceed to Step 5 5 To tighten the belt push down on the child restraint pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portio...

Page 81: ...aint unbuckle the vehicle safety belt and let it return to the stowed position If the top tether is attached to a top tether anchor disconnect it Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Po...

Page 82: ...or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag A child in a CAUTION Continued CAUTION C...

Page 83: ...tached You will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint 1 Move the seat as far back as it will go befor...

Page 84: ...houlder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor When installing a forward facing child restraint it may be helpful to use your kne...

Page 85: ...l airbag for the right front passenger and the passenger seated directly behind the right front passenger The vehicle may have the following airbags If your vehicle has a third row seat it will have t...

Page 86: ...estraints to the safety belts Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person CAUTION Airbags inflate with great force faster than the bli...

Page 87: ...rotection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 1 52 or Infants and Young Children on page 1 55 There is an a...

Page 88: ...rbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side The roof rail airbags for the driver right front passenger and second row outboard passengers are in the ceiling above the side windows Driver S...

Page 89: ...t 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...

Page 90: ...cle goes into an object at an angle the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle goes straight into the object Thresholds can also vary with specific vehicle design Frontal...

Page 91: ...th roof rail airbags there are airbag modules in the ceiling of the vehicle near the side windows that have occupant seating positions How Does an Airbag Restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near...

Page 92: ...able to steer the vehicle nor does it prevent people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an airbag inflates there may be dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a h...

Page 93: ...ns work on the airbag systems Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work properly See your dealer retailer for service Passenger Sensing System The vehicle has a passenger sensing s...

Page 94: ...e 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 airbag inflates T...

Page 95: ...s that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the right front passenger seat When the passenger sensing system has allowed the airbag to be enabled the on indicator will light and stay lit to r...

Page 96: ...fter reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit turn the vehicle off Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjust the seat cushion if adjustable...

Page 97: ...etect that person and enable the right front passenger frontal airbag 1 Turn the vehicle off 2 Remove any additional material from the seat such as blankets cushions seat covers seat heaters or seat m...

Page 98: ...layer of additional material such as a blanket or cushion or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers seat heaters and seat massagers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates We reco...

Page 99: ...hase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 8 15 CAUTION For up to 10 seconds after the ignition is turned off and the battery is disconnected an airbag can still infla...

Page 100: ...ket seat heater or a comfort enhancing pad or device installed under or on top of the seat fabric could also interfere with the operation of the passenger sensing system This could either prevent prop...

Page 101: ...the safety belt reminder light is working See Safety Belt Reminders on page 3 35 for more information Keep safety belts clean and dry See Care of Safety Belts on page 6 100 Airbags The airbag system d...

Page 102: ...y belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged See your dealer retailer to have the safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced If the vehicle has the LATCH syste...

Page 103: ...y III Electronic Immobilizer Operation 2 23 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 2 24 New Vehicle Break In 2 24 Ignition Positions 2 25 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 26 Starting the Engine 2 26 Adjust...

Page 104: ...tem 2 52 Universal Home Remote System 2 55 Universal Home Remote System Operation With Three Round LED 2 55 Storage Areas 2 62 Glove Box 2 62 Cupholders 2 62 Center Console Storage 2 63 Assist Handles...

Page 105: ...dren could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children The key can be used for the ignition and door locks See your dealer...

Page 106: ...terference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authoriz...

Page 107: ...three seconds See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 3 65 for additional information Pressing Q arms the content theft deterrent system See Content Theft Deterrent on page 2 21 K Unlock Press once to u...

Page 108: ...again The ignition must be in LOCK OFF for the panic alarm to work The vehicle comes with two transmitters Each transmitter will have a number on top of it 1 or 2 These numbers correspond to the drive...

Page 109: ...ng the battery do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter Static from your body could damage the transmitter To replace the battery 1 Separate the transmitter with a flat thin object inserte...

Page 110: ...ments on remote starting of vehicles Do not use the remote start feature if your vehicle is low on fuel Your vehicle may run out of fuel If your vehicle has the remote start feature the RKE transmitte...

Page 111: ...emote start buttons are pressed again after the vehicle has been running for five minutes 10 minutes are added allowing the engine to run for 15 minutes The additional ten minutes are considered a sec...

Page 112: ...the outside use the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter or the key in the driver s door From the inside use the power door locks or manual door locks To lock or unlock the door with the manual locks...

Page 113: ...ust be open to access them The label showing lock and unlock positions is located near the lock To set the locks do the following 1 Insert the key into the security lock slot and turn it so the slot i...

Page 114: ...ith the liftglass or liftgate open because carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You cannot see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death If you must drive with the liftglass...

Page 115: ...liftgate handle B The liftgate will open after a slight delay The vehicle must be in PARK P to open the liftgate To close the liftgate use the pull cup or pull strap as an aid The liftgate or liftglas...

Page 116: ...wer liftgate disable the power liftgate function For more information about carbon monoxide see Engine Exhaust on page 2 38 On vehicles with a power liftgate the button is located on the overhead cons...

Page 117: ...d latched before you drive away If you power open the liftgate and the liftgate support struts have lost pressure the lights will flash and a chime will sound The liftgate will stay open temporarily t...

Page 118: ...should be set to manual operation by pressing the OFF switch on the center console The liftgate has an electric latch If the battery is disconnected or has low voltage the liftgate will not open The...

Page 119: ...e 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 ve...

Page 120: ...to prevent unintentional operation of the windows The power window switches are located on the driver door In addition each door has a switch for its own window The front power window switch operates...

Page 121: ...indow to auto reverse The window will return to normal operation once the obstruction or condition is removed Express Window Anti Pinch Override CAUTION If express override is activated the window wil...

Page 122: ...e rear window lockout button is located on the driver door near the window switches Press the right side of the button to disable the rear window controls The light on the button will illuminate indic...

Page 123: ...will chirp and the lights will flash If the key is not placed in the ignition and turned to START or the door is not unlocked by pressing the unlock button on the RKE transmitter during the ten second...

Page 124: ...uld be serviced by your dealer retailer PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer The PASS Key III system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Indust...

Page 125: ...ight on the instrument panel cluster comes on when trying to start the vehicle there may be a problem with your theft deterrent system Turn the ignition off and try again If the engine still does not...

Page 126: ...PASS Key III to have a new key made Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break In Notic...

Page 127: ...your hand If the key cannot be turned by hand see your dealer retailer B ACC ACCESSORY This position lets things like the radio and the windshield wipers operate while the engine is off Use this posit...

Page 128: ...key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle speed will go down as the engine gets warm Do not race the engine immediately after starting it Operate the engine and transmission gent...

Page 129: ...u add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer retailer If you do not the engine might not perform properl...

Page 130: ...r steering fluid reservoir 3 Plug the cord into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extensio...

Page 131: ...ll especially when the vehicle has a heavy load you may notice an increase in the effort to shift out of P Park See Torque Lock Automatic Transmission under Shifting Into Park on page 2 36 for more in...

Page 132: ...t shift into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed Notice Shifting out of P Park or N Neutral with the engine running at high speed may damage the transmission The repairs would not b...

Page 133: ...tle position and vehicle load If the shift stabilization feature determines that a current vehicle speed cannot be maintained the transmission does not upshift and instead holds the current gear In so...

Page 134: ...See Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 47 and DIC Operation and Displays on page 3 48 for more information The number displayed in the DIC is the highest gear that can be used However the vehicle...

Page 135: ...e button on the end of the shift control lever While in Range Selection Mode Grade Braking is deactivated allowing the driver to select a desired range of gears Grade Braking is only active while the...

Page 136: ...hicle speed is near or below desired speed the trans will upshift allowing vehicle speed to increase While in the Range Select Mode RSM mode cruise grade braking is not available See Automatic Transmi...

Page 137: ...he brake system warning light will come on See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 39 Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brak...

Page 138: ...it with you If you can leave the vehicle with the ignition key in your hand the vehicle is in P Park Leaving the Vehicle With the Engine Running CAUTION It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle with...

Page 139: ...lectronic shift lock release system The shift lock release is designed to Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in P Park with the shift lever button fully released and Prevent moveme...

Page 140: ...rbody airflow or tail pipes The exhaust smells or sounds strange or different CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued The exhaust system leaks due to corrosion or damage The vehicle s exhaust system has b...

Page 141: ...aust on page 2 38 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set The vehicle can roll Do not l...

Page 142: ...erior Lamps on page 3 16 For more information on OnStar see OnStar System on page 2 52 Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation Automatic dimming reduces the glare of lights from behind the vehicle The dimm...

Page 143: ...row on the mirror flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change Park Tilt Mirrors If the vehicle has the memory package the passenger and or driver mirror tilts to a preselected position when th...

Page 144: ...the rear bumper are used to detect the distance to an object up to 8 feet 2 5 m behind the vehicle and at least 10 inches 25 4 cm off the ground CAUTION The Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA system...

Page 145: ...r or humid weather A single beep will sound the first time an object is detected between 40 inches 1 m and 8 feet 2 5 m away Beeping will occur continuously when the vehicle is at 23 inches 0 6 m or c...

Page 146: ...rmance such as vibrations from a jackhammer or the compression of air brakes on a very large truck If the system is still disabled after driving forward at least 15 mph 25 km h take the vehicle to you...

Page 147: ...turn signal before changing lanes When the system detects a vehicle in the side blind zone amber SBZA displays light up in the side mirrors This indicates that it may be unsafe to change lanes Before...

Page 148: ...r DIC See Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 47 for more information If the SBZA is disabled by the driver the SBZA mirror displays will not light up during normal driving When the System Does No...

Page 149: ...upon SBZA while driving SBZA Error Messages The following messages may appear in the DIC SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT SYSTEM OFF This message indicates that the driver has turned the system off SIDE BLIND Z...

Page 150: ...rear vision camera system on or off 1 Shift into P Park 2 Press the CONFIG hard key to enter the configure menu options then press the CONFIG hard key to select Display or touch the Display screen bu...

Page 151: ...ed and the symbols have been turned on the Rear Parking Assist Symbols Unavailable error message may display See Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA on page 2 42 The symbols appear when an object has...

Page 152: ...reen will differ from actual distances So if you do not use proper care before backing up you could hit a vehicle child pedestrian bicyclist or pet resulting in vehicle damage injury or death Even tho...

Page 153: ...am of headlights is shining directly into the camera lens Ice snow mud or anything else builds up on the camera lens Clean the lens rinse it with water and wipe it with a soft cloth The back of the ve...

Page 154: ...ve box literature Some services such as Remote Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance may not be available until the owner of the vehicle registers with OnStar After the first prepaid year...

Page 155: ...ng voice commands Hands Free Calling is fully integrated into the vehicle and can be used with OnStar Pre Paid Minute Packages Most vehicles include 30 trial minutes good for 60 days Hands Free Callin...

Page 156: ...ion regarding the crash that the vehicle was involved in e g the direction from which the vehicle was hit When the Virtual Advisor feature of OnStar Hands Free Calling is used the vehicle also sends O...

Page 157: ...t 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference t...

Page 158: ...d for Fixed Code programming The programmed buttons should be erased when the vehicle is sold or the lease ends See Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons later in this section Park the vehicle outside...

Page 159: ...ress and release the same button again The garage door should move confirming that programming is successful and complete To program another Rolling Code device such as an additional garage door opene...

Page 160: ...Your hand held transmitter can have between eight to 12 dip switches depending on the brand of transmitter The garage door opener receiver motor head unit could also have a row of dip switches that ca...

Page 161: ...witch is in the up position write Left When a switch is in the down position write Right If a switch is set between the up and down position write Middle The switch settings written down in Step 2 now...

Page 162: ...time The indicator lights will turn on 6 Press and hold the button that will be used to control the garage door until the garage door moves The indicator light above the selected button should slowly...

Page 163: ...rased when the vehicle is sold or the lease ends To erase either Rolling Code or Fixed Code on the Universal Home Remote device 1 Press and hold the two outside buttons at the same time for approximat...

Page 164: ...d and cooled cupholders these are located in the front center console Press down on the access door release button to open the cupholder door To set to cool mode press and release the button the i sho...

Page 165: ...and lower storage bin accessed by lifting up on the latches located at the front of the console lid The console may have an accessory power outlet inside See Accessory Power Outlet s on page 3 25 The...

Page 166: ...o is properly loaded If small heavy objects are placed on the roof place the load in the area over the rear wheels behind the rear side door on extended models If needed cut a piece of 3 8 inch plywoo...

Page 167: ...tes after the ignition is turned off or until a front door is opened See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 2 26 for more information There are two switches in the overhead console that operate the...

Page 168: ...position press the rear of the passenger s side switch to vent the sunroof To stop the sunroof partway press the switch a second time To close the sunroof press and hold the front of the passenger s s...

Page 169: ...r Management 3 24 Battery Run Down Protection 3 25 Accessory Power Outlet s 3 25 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 3 26 Analog Clock 3 26 Climate Controls 3 27 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 3 27...

Page 170: ...mpass 3 53 DIC Warnings and Messages 3 56 DIC Vehicle Customization 3 65 Audio System s 3 75 Bluetooth 3 75 Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System Overhead 3 87 Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System Headrest...

Page 171: ...NOTES 3 3...

Page 172: ...Instrument Panel Overview United States version shown Canada similar 3 4...

Page 173: ...rasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA on page 2 42 K Tilt Wheel on page 3 6 L Exterior Lamps on page 3 16 M Dome Lamp Override on page 3 23 Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3 23 Fog Lamps on page 3 22 N...

Page 174: ...s the center pad on the steering wheel Tilt Wheel The power tilt wheel control is located on the left side of the steering column Push the control up or down to tilt the steering wheel up or down To s...

Page 175: ...ring column includes the following G Turn and Lane Change Signals 5 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer N Windshield Wipers L Windshield Washer 5 Rear Wiper Delay Z Rear Wiper Rear Wiper Wash Flash to Pass...

Page 176: ...rrows flash rapidly or do not come on a signal bulb could be burned out Have the bulbs replaced If the bulb is not burned out check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 6 106 Turn Signal On...

Page 177: ...or a single wiping cycle Hold it there until the wipers start Then let go The wipers stop after one wipe Hold the band on mist longer for more wipe cycles 9 Off Turns the wipers off 6 Delay Turn the b...

Page 178: ...elect the higher settings for fewer wipes select the lower settings located closer to the off position on the multifunction lever The rain sensor will automatically control the frequency of the wipes...

Page 179: ...on will initiate four heated wash wipe cycles The first heated wash wipe cycle may take up to 40 seconds to occur depending on outside temperature After the first wash wipe cycle it may take up to 20...

Page 180: ...rns on the rear wiper delay Z Rear Wiper Turns on the rear wiper Rear Wiper Wash To turn on the rear wiper wash push the button on the end of the turn signal multifunction lever to spray washer fluid...

Page 181: ...he accelerator Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h When the brakes are applied cruise control is turned off For vehicles with an Allison or Hydra Matic 6 speed automatic...

Page 182: ...work if the parking brake is set or if the master cylinder brake fluid level is low The cruise control light on the instrument panel cluster comes on after the cruise control has been set to the desir...

Page 183: ...then release it To increase vehicle speed in small increments press the RES button Each time this is done the vehicle goes about 1 mph 1 6 km h faster Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control To red...

Page 184: ...are applied the cruise control turns off Ending Cruise Control There are three ways to end cruise control Step lightly on the brake pedal Press the button on the steering wheel Press the I button on...

Page 185: ...Turns on the parking lamps together with the following Instrument Panel Lights Taillamps License Plate Lamps 2 Headlamps Turns on the headlamps together with the following lamps listed below Parking...

Page 186: ...AUTO with the turn signal multifunction lever in its neutral position The High Beam On Light will appear on the instrument panel cluster when the high beams are on See Highbeam On Light on page 3 46...

Page 187: ...snow and or road spray The other vehicle s lamp s cannot be detected due to dense exhaust smoke fog snow road spray mist or other airborne obstructions Your vehicle s windshield is dirty cracked or ob...

Page 188: ...re enable IntelliBeam press the IntelliBeam button on the mirror A different sensitivity setting is available for dealer diagnostics This is done by pushing and holding this button for 20 seconds unt...

Page 189: ...r lamps will not be on When it begins to get dark the automatic headlamp system will switch from DRL to the headlamps To turn off the DRL lamps turn the exterior lamps control to the OFF position and...

Page 190: ...el Brightness on page 3 23 To idle the vehicle with the automatic headlamp system off turn the control to the off position The headlamps will also stay on after you exit the vehicle This feature can b...

Page 191: ...lumn clockwise to the farthest position In this position the dome lamps remain on whether a door is opened or closed Dome Lamp Override The dome lamp override button is located next to the exterior la...

Page 192: ...the generator alternator may not be spinning fast enough at idle to produce all the power that is needed for very high electrical loads A high electrical load occurs when several of the following are...

Page 193: ...em see your dealer retailer for additional information on the accessory power plugs The accessory power outlets are powered even when the ignition is in LOCK OFF Continuing to use power outlets while...

Page 194: ...t will pop back out by itself Notice Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating does not let the lighter back away from the heating element when it is hot Damage from overheating can occur to...

Page 195: ...switch the defrost button the AUTO button driver s side temperature knob or the air conditioning button to turn the system on when it is off Driver and Passenger Side Temperature Knob The driver and...

Page 196: ...tton comes on in recirculation 2 Set the driver s and passenger s temperature To find your comfort setting start with a 74 F 23 C temperature setting and allow about 20 minutes for the system to regul...

Page 197: ...ir is directed to the upper vents and warmer air to the floor vents 6 Floor Air is directed to the floor outlets with some to the windshield side window outlets and second row floor outlets In this mo...

Page 198: ...the vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine This is normal Recirculation Press to turn the recirculation mode on or off An indicator light comes on to show that the recirculation is on Th...

Page 199: ...s For vehicles with heated seats or heated and cooled seats see Heated Seats on page 1 5 or Heated and Cooled Seats on page 1 6 Outlet Adjustment Use the air outlets located in the center and on the s...

Page 200: ...system on or off An indicator comes on when the rear system is on The rear climate control system can also be turned off by pressing and holding the C button To turn the system on from the rear seats...

Page 201: ...ress the button for cooler air N Air Delivery Mode Control Press the mode button to change the direction of the airflow in the vehicle Repeatedly press the button until the desired mode appears on the...

Page 202: ...cluster is designed to let show how the vehicle is running It shows how fast the vehicle is going about how much fuel the vehicle has and many other things needed to drive safely and economically Uni...

Page 203: ...Odometer The trip odometer can show how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last set to zero For more information see Trip Odometer under DIC Operation and Displays on page 3...

Page 204: ...mes on The front passenger safety belt warning light and chime may turn on if an object is put on the seat such as a briefcase handbag grocery bag laptop or other electronic device To turn off the war...

Page 205: ...Passenger Airbag Status Indicator The vehicle has the passenger sensing system See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 87 for important safety information The overhead console has a passenger airbag st...

Page 206: ...the vehicle serviced right away See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 36 for more information including important safety information Charging System Light This light comes on briefly when the ignition...

Page 207: ...on due to low brake fluid See Brakes on page 6 36 for more information This light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned to ON RUN If it does not have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if the...

Page 208: ...vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 39 For vehicles with a Driver Information Center DIC see DIC Warnings and...

Page 209: ...or vehicles with a tire pressure monitoring system this light comes on briefly when the engine is started It provides information about tire pressures and the Tire Pressure Monitoring System When the...

Page 210: ...dicates that there is an OBD II problem and service is required Malfunctions often are indicated by the system before any problem is apparent Being aware of the light can prevent more serious damage t...

Page 211: ...The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap...

Page 212: ...ld be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if the battery has recently been replaced or if the battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission contr...

Page 213: ...could be low on oil and it might have some other system problem Security Light For information regarding this light and the vehicle s security system see Content Theft Deterrent on page 2 21 Fog Lamp...

Page 214: ...n when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 3 8 for more information Tow Haul Mode Light This light comes on when the Tow Haul mode has been activated For more...

Page 215: ...e gage goes back to empty when the ignition is turned off Driver Information Center DIC Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center DIC The DIC displays information about your vehicle It also display...

Page 216: ...g pages 3 Trip Fuel Press this button to display the odometer trip odometer fuel range average economy fuel used timer and transmission temperature The compass and outside air temperature will also be...

Page 217: ...ge Press the trip fuel button until FUEL RANGE displays This display shows the approximate number of remaining miles mi or kilometers km the vehicle can be driven without refueling The display will sh...

Page 218: ...le TIMER is displayed The display will show the amount of time that has passed since the timer was last reset not including time the ignition is off Time will continue to be counted as long as the ign...

Page 219: ...oil change It will not reset itself Also be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE display accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed It cannot be reset accurately until the nex...

Page 220: ...ay shows dashes instead of a value there may be a problem with your vehicle If this consistently occurs see your dealer retailer for service Battery Voltage This display shows the current battery volt...

Page 221: ...ill match driver 1 and the second will match driver 2 A chime will sound indicating that the transmitter is matched 4 To match additional transmitters at this time repeat Step 3 Each vehicle can have...

Page 222: ...ings The compass must be set to the variance zone in which the vehicle is traveling To adjust for compass variance use the following procedure Compass Variance Zone Procedure 1 Do not set the compass...

Page 223: ...ther magnetic item Turn off the vehicle move the magnetic item then turn on the vehicle and calibrate the compass To calibrate the compass use the following procedure Compass Calibration Procedure 1 B...

Page 224: ...message See Engine Oil on page 6 15 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 7 4 for more information CHECK TIRE PRESSURE On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS this message displays when the...

Page 225: ...ing 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 See Engine Overheating on page 6 30 for more informati...

Page 226: ...Refuel as soon as possible See Fuel Gage on page 3 46 and Fuel on page 6 5 for more information HEATED WASHER FLUID SYSTEM OFF This message displays when the heated windshield washer has been turned...

Page 227: ...turned off Press the set reset button to acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display To turn the URPA system back on see Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA on page 2 42 PASSENGER DOOR...

Page 228: ...em on page 1 79 for more information SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM On some vehicles this message displays if there is a problem with the battery charging system Under certain conditions the charging...

Page 229: ...and needs to be serviced See LED Lighting on page 6 51 for more information SERVICE SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT SYSTEM If your vehicle has the Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA system and this message displays bo...

Page 230: ...with the Traction Control System TCS When this message displays the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly See your dealer retailer for service See StabiliTrak System on pag...

Page 231: ...riod of time The message also displays if the brake system warning light is on See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 39 The message could display if the stability system takes longer than usual to...

Page 232: ...he transmission This could lead to costly repairs that would not be covered by your warranty Do not drive your vehicle with overheated transmission fluid or while the transmission temperature warning...

Page 233: ...ecalled To change customization preferences use the following procedure Entering the Feature Settings Menu 1 Turn the ignition on and place the vehicle in P Park To avoid excessive drain on the batter...

Page 234: ...t setting will remain To select a setting press the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC AUTO DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select when the vehicle s doors will au...

Page 235: ...ess the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC REMOTE DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select the type of feedback you will receive when locking the vehicle with the Re...

Page 236: ...the DIC DELAY DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select whether or not the locking of the vehicle s doors and liftgate will be delayed When locking the doors and liftgate with the power door lock s...

Page 237: ...his feature allows you to select whether or not to have the exterior lights turn on briefly during low light periods after unlocking the vehicle using the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter Press th...

Page 238: ...emain To select a setting press the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC CHIME VOLUME This feature allows you to select the volume level of the chime Press the customizat...

Page 239: ...EASY EXIT RECALL If your vehicle has this feature it allows you to select your preference for the automatic easy exit seat feature See Memory Features on page 1 7 for more information Press the custom...

Page 240: ...reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC MEMORY SEAT RECALL This feature allows you to select your preference for the remote memory seat recall feature See Memory Features on pag...

Page 241: ...nabled NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain To select a setting press the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC DISPLAY DIGITAL...

Page 242: ...ng press the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC EXIT FEATURE SETTINGS This feature allows you to exit the feature settings menu Press the customization button until PRE...

Page 243: ...ailer before adding any equipment Adding audio or communication equipment could interfere with the operation of the vehicle s engine radio or other systems and could damage them Follow federal rules c...

Page 244: ...remains in memory for later calls To prevent missed calls a minimum volume level is used if the volume is turned down too low Bluetooth Controls Use the buttons located on the steering wheel to opera...

Page 245: ...tep 4 4 Start the Pairing process on the cell phone that will be paired to the vehicle Reference the cell phone manufacturers user guide for information on this process Locate the device named General...

Page 246: ...stem responds with OK deleting phone name Linking to a Different Phone 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Bluetooth The system responds with B...

Page 247: ...r is not correct say No The system will ask for the number to be re entered 4 After the system stores the phone number it responds with Please say the name tag followed by a tone 5 Say a name tag for...

Page 248: ...ded and the system responds with About to store name tag Does that sound OK If the name tag does not sound correct say No and repeat Step 5 If the name tag sounds correct say Yes and the name tag is s...

Page 249: ...say No The system responds with No OK let s try again please say the name tag Using the Delete All Name Tags Command The delete all name tags command deletes all stored phone book name tags and route...

Page 250: ...r to be re entered Using the Digit Dial Command 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Digit Dial The system responds with Digit dial using phone...

Page 251: ...g name tag and dials the number If the name tag is not correct say No The system will ask for the name tag to be re entered Once connected the person called will be heard through the audio speakers Us...

Page 252: ...press b g The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Three way call The system responds with Three way call please say dial or call 3 Use the dial or call command to dial the number of t...

Page 253: ...io switches from the cell phone to the vehicle Voice Pass Thru Voice Pass Thru allows access to the voice recognition commands on the cell phone See the cell phone manufacturers user guide to see if t...

Page 254: ...sponds with OK Sending Number and the dial tones are sent and the call continues Sending a Stored Name Tag During a Call 1 Press b g The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Send name t...

Page 255: ...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 2 This device mus...

Page 256: ...the RSE system is above 4 F 20 C or below 140 F 60 C If the temperature of the vehicle is outside of this range heat or cool the vehicle until the temperature is within the operating range of the RSE...

Page 257: ...ith headband over the top of the head for best audio reception The symbol L Left appears on the upper left side above the ear pad and should be positioned on the left ear The symbol R Right appears on...

Page 258: ...and the video screen power on If the video screen is in the DVD player mode pressing the AUX auxiliary button on the remote control switches the video screen from the DVD player mode to the auxiliary...

Page 259: ...wired headphones The front seat passengers are able to listen to playback from this device through the vehicle speakers by selecting AUX as the source on the radio Video Screen s The video screen s a...

Page 260: ...the video screen display See Navigation Audio System on page 4 62 for more information Notice Storing the remote control in a hot area or in direct sunlight can damage it and the repairs will not be c...

Page 261: ...to return to the beginning of the DVD s Play Pause Press to start playing a DVD Press while a DVD is playing to pause it Press again to continue playing the DVD When the DVD is playing depending on t...

Page 262: ...tles and to move through subtitle options when a DVD is playing The format and content of this function varies for each disc AUX Auxiliary Press to switch the system between the DVD player and an auxi...

Page 263: ...urned ON RUN or in ACC ACCESSORY The picture does not fill the screen There are black borders on the top and bottom or on both sides or it looks stretched out Check the display mode settings in the se...

Page 264: ...at the RSE video screen is sourced to the DVD player DVD Display Error Messages The DVD display error message depends on which radio the vehicle has The video screen might display one of the following...

Page 265: ...ary inputs two wireless headphones and a remote control This system works independently from the vehicle s Overhead DVD RSE system See the vehicle s owners manual for information about the Overhead DV...

Page 266: ...using the buttons on the system s remote control See Remote Control later for more information The following discs are compatible with the DVD player DVD Video A DVD that has video CD DA A CD that has...

Page 267: ...ess once to stop playing a DVD There is a pre stop feature for DVD and video CD only This feature resumes playback of the disc where it was stopped Press the stop button once during disc playback and...

Page 268: ...n Vehicle Speakers Audio from the DVD player or an auxiliary device can be heard through the vehicle speakers or the wireless wired headphones while the radio is tuned to one of the six frequencies se...

Page 269: ...f automatically if the RSE system is turned off or if the headphones are out of range of the transmitter for more than three minutes VOL 0 Volume Use to adjust the volume on the headphones Notice Do n...

Page 270: ...ferent setting options The screens are 1 General Setup adjusts screen settings 2 Audio Setup sets the language 3 Preference Screen sets the subtitles and parental controls 4 Password Setup allows a pa...

Page 271: ...below CH1 88 3MHz CH2 88 7MHz CH3 89 1MHz CH4 89 5MHz CH5 89 9MHz CH6 90 3MHz MENU Press to enter the DVD disc menu while the disc is playing Q R q r Navigation Arrows Press to navigate through menus...

Page 272: ...to turn off the display PROGRAM Press to edit a playback program containing desired titles in the DVD or tracks in the CD DA 3D Press to change between different 3D audio modes for DVD or CD The optio...

Page 273: ...licks If the remote control is to be stored for a long period of time remove the batteries and keep it in a cool dry place Using the RSE On Screen Display OSD Menus Use the OSD setup display menus for...

Page 274: ...ws to navigate the General Setup Page 3 Press the down navigation arrow to select TV Display sub menu and to adjust the screen setting 4 Press the right navigation arrow and then use the up down navig...

Page 275: ...on the remote control 2 Use the left right and down navigation arrows on the remote control to select the Default sub menu under the Preference Page 3 Press the right navigation arrow then press ENTER...

Page 276: ...se the right and up down navigation arrows to select any one of the available Rating settings from the display menu The Rating settings are Kid SAF G PG 13 PG R R NC 17 ADULT 4 Press the ENTER button...

Page 277: ...ord sub menu under the Password Setup Page 3 Press the right navigation arrow then press ENTER 4 At the Old Password option enter the old password or the default password 136900 5 At the New Password...

Page 278: ...four times and Total Remain appears along with the current track playing and the amount of time left on the CD REPEAT Press to toggle between Track and All The default for repeat is OFF Track repeats...

Page 279: ...the beginning of the song that is currently playing Press PREV twice to go to the previous song Selecting a Play Mode The order the songs are played can be temporarily chosen on a disc The FOLDER pla...

Page 280: ...Check that the video cable is plugged into the jack securely Problem Recommended Action No Sound Check that the correct audio input mode is selected Check that the audio cable is securely plugged int...

Page 281: ...ge Rear Seat Audio RSA Vehicles with this feature allow the rear seat passengers to listen to and control any of the music sources radio CDs DVDs or other auxiliary sources The rear seat passengers ca...

Page 282: ...Press and hold either the left or right seek arrow until the display flashes to tune to an individual station The display stops flashing after the buttons have not been pushed for more than two second...

Page 283: ...ening to the disc When a DVD video menu is being displayed press the PROG button to perform the menu function enter Theft Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK is designed to discourage theft of the vehicle s r...

Page 284: ...CD player Radio Reception Frequency interference and static can occur during normal radio reception if items such as cell phone chargers vehicle convenience accessories and external electronic devices...

Page 285: ...on the glass are not damaged If the inside surfaces are damaged they could interfere with radio reception If a cellular telephone antenna needs to be attached to the glass make sure that the grid line...

Page 286: ...NOTES 3 118...

Page 287: ...on 4 25 Configure Menu 4 43 Global Positioning System GPS 4 59 Vehicle Positioning 4 60 Problems with Route Guidance 4 61 If the System Needs Service 4 61 Ordering Map DVDs 4 61 Database Coverage Expl...

Page 288: ...Overview Navigation System Overview Screen shown with Map Disc Inserted 4 2...

Page 289: ...on I DEST Destination Key See Destination on page 4 25 for more information J CONFIG Configure Key See Configure Menu on page 4 43 for more information K e Sound Key See Sound Menu under Navigation Au...

Page 290: ...page 4 19 for more information AA FULL MAP Touch Screen Button See NAV under Hard Keys under Using the Navigation System on page 4 13 for more information Getting Started Read this manual thoroughly...

Page 291: ...driving CAUTION Avoid looking too long or too often at the moving map on the navigation screen This could cause a crash and you or others can be injured or killed Use the turn by turn voice guidance...

Page 292: ...me system controls cannot be used the when vehicle is moving After you acknowledge the start up information you will be able to access the NAV navigation and DEST destination functions Once accessed y...

Page 293: ...s Book Edit View under Configure Menu on page 4 43 for deleting information from the address book Limit Features While Driving The navigation system may have this feature Touch the Limit Features Whil...

Page 294: ...n Presets under Navigation Audio System on page 4 62 for more information Setting the Clock The navigation system time and the analog clock operate independently Changing the time through the navigati...

Page 295: ...r entry If five or less names are available a list displays If more than five are available the List screen button displays a number This number represents the number of available cities Select this b...

Page 296: ...ess the DEST hard key 6 Press the i Point of Interest screen button 7 Select the state province screen button if needed to change the current state or province A list of all of the available states an...

Page 297: ...screen button An alpha keyboard displays Enter the name Select the Back screen button 8 Press and hold one of the screen buttons at the bottom of the screen until the name appears in the screen button...

Page 298: ...ination is reached To cancel guidance prior to arrival at the final destination 1 Press the DEST hard key 2 Press the Cancel Guidance screen button 3 Press OK to confirm Guidance Volume Adjust the vol...

Page 299: ...last active source w Tune Turn to go to the next or previous radio station or disc track or chapter See Navigation Audio System on page 4 62 CD Player on page 4 71 or DVD Player on page 4 78 for more...

Page 300: ...he map screen Each press of this key cycles through Full Map and the tab that displays the current audio source AM FM CD etc Full Map displays the screen in full map view Selecting the audio tab split...

Page 301: ...ion If a name does not display after entry it may need to be entered differently or the map DVD disc may not contain that information See Database Coverage Explanations on page 4 62 for more informati...

Page 302: ...ion system in this vehicle uses a DVD to store map information When the system loads data from the disc you may hear a very slight buzz sound from the navigation system The sound is similar to that of...

Page 303: ...ated next to the upper disc slot Handling the DVD Map Disc When handling the DVD map disc be careful of the following Handle the disc very carefully to avoid contamination or flaws Signals may not rea...

Page 304: ...ll in that direction until you remove your finger from the screen If scrolling while the vehicle is in P Park the system scrolls initially at a slower rate It increases if you continue touching the ma...

Page 305: ...e map after a route has been planned marking the final destination The stopover symbol displays on the map after a stopover has been added to the route The stopover symbols are numbered one through th...

Page 306: ...orth Up mode While in North Up mode the vehicle icon follows the north direction on the map regardless of which direction the vehicle is traveling Select this screen symbol to switch between North Up...

Page 307: ...en button to store the location on the screen in the address book The system automatically stores the point in the address book See Adding Destinations to the Address Book under Destination on page 4...

Page 308: ...POI icons More Select to view more POI categories POI Close to 1 Once a category has been selected touch this button to display the list of available POIs for the selected POI category The list provi...

Page 309: ...hone number using your Bluetooth phone if paired with the vehicle or the OnStar HandsFree Calling system For more information about Bluetooth calling see Bluetooth on page 3 75 For more information ab...

Page 310: ...n areas may include a 3 D lane guidance feature for highway exits and junctions This feature gives you an enhanced representation of the exits and junctions on the route Cities that include this featu...

Page 311: ...to Reroute When a destination is set but is off the planned route the system automatically plans a new route and begins to reroute The new route is highlighted on the screen Destination Press the DEST...

Page 312: ...area If using the alpha keyboard finish entering the city name If five or less names are available a list displays If more than five are available the List screen button displays a number This number...

Page 313: ...t names that had been entered Select a street from the list and it appears in the Street name area If using the alpha keyboard finish entering the street name If five or less names are available a lis...

Page 314: ...are available a list displays If more than five are available the List screen button displays a number This number represents the number of available streets Select this button to view the list and s...

Page 315: ...to change the current state or province A list of all of the available states and provinces appear Select the state or province 4 Enter the POI name If five or less names are available a list displays...

Page 316: ...e destination marked displays 6 Select the route preference Fastest Shortest or Other The system calculates and highlights the route 7 Select the Start Guidance screen button The route is now ready to...

Page 317: ...button The route is now ready to be started See Getting Started on Your Route later in this section for more information See Adding Destinations to the Address Book later in this section Previous Des...

Page 318: ...screen button next to the destination The map screen with the destination marked displays 5 Select the route preference Fastest Shortest or Other The system calculates and highlights the route 6 Sele...

Page 319: ...estination The map screen displays the address information 5 Select the Go screen button The map screen with the destination marked displays 6 Select the route preference Fastest Shortest or Other The...

Page 320: ...stination marked displays 7 Select the route preference Fastest Shortest or Other The system calculates and highlights the route 8 Select the Start Guidance screen button The route is now ready to be...

Page 321: ...ance screen button The route is now ready to be started See Getting Started on Your Route later in this section for more information Map Destination Screen Functions If the map screen is used to show...

Page 322: ...ystem calculates route s Select a route i e Shortest Route and Start Guidance Select Map the navigation system displays the Destination Map Screen Select Call the navigation system initiates a call to...

Page 323: ...ious OnStar Destination Downloads are saved under Previous Destinations in the navigation system where they can be accessed or saved to the address book Important Notes regarding OnStar Destination Do...

Page 324: ...p screen capabilities such as Go Mark Zoom Scroll etc The address is shown at the top of the screen Getting Started on Your Route Once a destination has been entered there are several functions that c...

Page 325: ...e to avoid the maneuver The map screen displays The route recalculates without this maneuver Route Preview Select to preview the entire route in either direction t Reverse Skip Select to go back to th...

Page 326: ...lso be selected to detour the whole route if necessary The detour option is only available while driving on a current planned route Voice Volume Select this screen button from the Route screen to turn...

Page 327: ...tem calculates and highlights the route 8 Select the Start Guidance screen button The route is now ready to be started To delete a stopover from the current route 1 Press the DEST hard key 2 Select th...

Page 328: ...or Changing Preset Destinations This feature allows additions or changes one of five preset destinations When a destination has been added as a preset destination it is available to select from the De...

Page 329: ...reset destination Select the Name screen button to add a name if needed 5 Press and hold one of the buttons at the bottom of the screen until the name appears in that preset destination screen button...

Page 330: ...Radio Press the CONFIG key to enter the configure menu options then press the CONFIG key repeatedly until Radio is selected or touch the Radio screen button to make changes for radio information displ...

Page 331: ...rence screen button to change route options when the system calculates a route Allow Major Roads This feature allows the system to use major roads when calculating a planned route Allow toll road This...

Page 332: ...Select the Edit View Address Book screen button 4 Select the address book entry to change 5 Touch the Phone screen button and use the numeric keyboard to input or change the phone number 6 Touch the O...

Page 333: ...ress the Delete screen button to delete the address book entry 6 A confirmation pop up will display Select Ok to delete select Cancel to cancel the operation To delete the entire address book 1 Select...

Page 334: ...x of your vehicle s owner manual for more information about off road driving Traffic Options Read the following Options descriptions to understand how the XM NavTraffic operates XM NavTraffic USA and...

Page 335: ...r many markets nationally and the service may be available in more cities in the future Visit xmnavtraffic com for more details on local coverage A service fee is required in order to receive the XM N...

Page 336: ...rea The Traffic Icon has three different condition displays These are Condition Traffic Status Icon No XM NavTraffic subscription No Traffic is found in the local area The Traffic Feature is turned of...

Page 337: ...other traffic events follow Not all traffic conditions may be listed To view the traffic condition location and information on the map 1 Press the NAV key then press the NAV key repeatedly until Traff...

Page 338: ...moving 2 Select a traffic condition to get more detailed information of the event Options Select the Options screen button A Traffic Options menu displays Select the desired traffic related option Tr...

Page 339: ...45 mph Orange indicates construction Traffic flow data arrows display on the map when scaled up to eight miles Closed Road Traffic Delays Incidents and Advisories These four touch screen buttons are...

Page 340: ...t Refresh Select the Refresh touch screen button to update the screen with all of the latest traffic events miles etc Traffic events update approximately every two minutes To update the events immedia...

Page 341: ...are traffic condition categories and symbols that can appear on the display Category 1 Road Closure q Road Closed Road and or ramps closed Category 2 Traffic Delayed o Stopped Traffic Traffic stopped...

Page 342: ...creen The Traffic Event screen may display when approaching a traffic event Back Map More and Avoid These buttons have common functions across all three Detailed Traffic Event screens Back Press to re...

Page 343: ...the voice prompts are on whenever an Alert for Approaching Traffic is displayed the system gives the related voice prompt The content of the voice prompt depends on actual traffic event data The RPT...

Page 344: ...er Day Touch this screen button and the system makes the map background brighter Setting the Clock The navigation system time and the analog clock operate independently Changing the time through the n...

Page 345: ...ap screen Refer to Symbols on page 4 19 This system may not be available or interferences may occur if any of the following are true Signals are obstructed by tall buildings trees large trucks or a tu...

Page 346: ...ent position calibration is set incorrectly Vehicle is traveling at high speed Vehicle changes directions more than once or when the vehicle is turning on a turn table in a parking lot Vehicle is ente...

Page 347: ...sing through a set stopover The route prohibits the entry of a vehicle due to a regulation by time or season or any other regulation which may be given Some routes may not be searched The route to the...

Page 348: ...s have greater map detail than others The navigation system works only as well as the information provided on the map disc See Ordering Map DVDs on page 4 61 on how to obtain updated map information N...

Page 349: ...next or previous frequency or disc track or chapter See CD Player on page 4 71 or DVD Player on page 4 78 for more information AUDIO Press to display the audio screen Press to switch between AM FM or...

Page 350: ...ton located in the middle of the screen to receive a list of all of the selected band stations in the area Use the up and down arrows to scroll the frequencies Touch the desired frequency XM lists als...

Page 351: ...he up or down arrows to go to the next or previous station To scan stations press and hold either arrow for more than two seconds The radio goes to a station plays for a few seconds then goes to the n...

Page 352: ...the plus or minus sign to increase or decrease the treble If a station is weak or has static decrease the treble MID Midrange Touch the plus or minus sign to increase or decrease the midrange BASS To...

Page 353: ...rpoint delivers five independent audio channels from conventional two channel stereo recordings not available for AM or FM Driver Adjusts the audio to give the driver the best possible sound quality R...

Page 354: ...n button To turn it off touch the OFF screen button When on AudioPilot continuously adjusts the audio system equalization to compensate for background noise so that the music sound is consistent at th...

Page 355: ...is always on When information is broadcast from the FM station that is playing the station name or call letters displays on the audio screen XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service...

Page 356: ...s working properly No Title Info No song title information is available The system is working properly No CAT Info No category information is available The system is working properly CAT Not Found The...

Page 357: ...ch new track starts to play the track number displays If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section If viewing a map screen touch the CD screen button The display will split...

Page 358: ...hard key 2 The system displays Ejecting Disc Press the DISC screen button to display the Disc Changer screen Select the disc to eject If a selection is not made the system will eject the disc from the...

Page 359: ...us track Turn this knob clockwise to go to the next track When playing an audio CD the rear seat operator can power on the RSE video screen and use the remote control to navigate through the tracks on...

Page 360: ...function on a CD that was recorded without folders or playlists When displaying the name of the folder the radio will display No Folder Order of Play Play will begin from the first track under the roo...

Page 361: ...until CD is selected or touch the CD screen button M Load To load one disc do the following 1 Press the load hard key and follow the screen message displayed 2 When the system displays Insert Disc num...

Page 362: ...e the CD This button will then change to the play button Touch the play button to play the CD Random Touch this button to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order Touch Random again to t...

Page 363: ...t track When playing an MP3 the rear seat operator can power on the RSE video screen and use the remote control to navigate through the MP3 CD Messages If Disc Read Error appears on the display and or...

Page 364: ...e s owner manual for more information The DVD player is only compatible with DVDs of the appropriate region code that is printed on the jacket of most DVDs The DVD slot is compatible with most audio C...

Page 365: ...ck in after 10 seconds and start playing it To eject all discs at once press and hold the eject hard key The system will display the disc number being ejected Playing a DVD There are three ways to pla...

Page 366: ...cursor buttons back and forth from the bottom right corner to the top left corner of the screen j r Pause Play Touch this button to pause the DVD This button will then change to the play button Touch...

Page 367: ...le through the angles This is not available on all DVDs or when the DVD is stopped This button is not available for DVD audio q Previous Scene Press this button to go to the previous scene This button...

Page 368: ...adjust the viewing angle of the DVD on the navigation screen This is not available on all DVDs This button is not available for DVD audio Touch the e button to close the screen in from the left and r...

Page 369: ...that you will be able to remember Once the password is created you can then select a rating level If you would like to change the rating level press the Parental Level button then press the Password b...

Page 370: ...Your CDs and DVDs If playing recorded media such as a CD or DVD the sound quality may be reduced due to CD or DVD quality the method of recording the quality of the music that has been recorded record...

Page 371: ...See Audio Video Jacks under Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System Overhead on page 3 87 or Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System Headrest DVD on page 3 97 for more information Drivers are encouraged to set...

Page 372: ...nformation Voice Recognition The navigation system s voice recognition allows for hands free operation of the navigation system audio system and OnStar features The DVD map disc must be installed in t...

Page 373: ...zes commands based on the language selected from the Driver Information Center DIC See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 3 65 for more information Voice Recognition Commands The following list shows a...

Page 374: ...Sets the display to automatic mode The system changes between day and night mode automatically System help Instructs the system to assist with display commands Radio Commands The following are radio...

Page 375: ...der on the MP3 or audio DVD CD DVD Disc select previous folder Use this command to select the previous folder on the MP3 or audio DVD CD help DVD help Disc help Instructs the system to assist with CD...

Page 376: ...NOTES 4 90...

Page 377: ...Recovery 5 11 Passing 5 12 Loss of Control 5 12 Off Road Driving 5 13 Driving at Night 5 25 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 5 26 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 5 27 Highway Hypnosis 5 27 Hill and Mou...

Page 378: ...he vehicle s tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire s sidewall near the size Follow recommended scheduled maintenance Defensive Driving Defensive driving means always expect the unex...

Page 379: ...bout 250 000 people injured 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...

Page 380: ...or icy tire tread the condition of the 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 h...

Page 381: ...ront of you You slam on the brakes and continue braking Here is what happens with ABS A computer senses that the wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling the computer will...

Page 382: ...ure is quickly decreased StabiliTrak System The vehicle has a vehicle stability enhancement system called StabiliTrak It is an advanced computer controlled system that assists the driver with directio...

Page 383: ...the system is both on and activated The system may be heard or felt while it is working this is normal The traction control disable button is located on the instrument panel below the climate control...

Page 384: ...disabled In this mode engine power is not reduced automatically and the driven wheels can spin more freely This can cause the brake traction control to activate constantly Notice If the wheel s of one...

Page 385: ...en sends signals to each shock absorber to independently adjust the damping level to provide the optimum vehicle ride RSS also interacts with the tow haul mode that when engaged will provide additiona...

Page 386: ...ough the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can b...

Page 387: ...reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery The vehicle s right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving If the le...

Page 388: ...d most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possible The three types of skids correspond to the vehicle s three co...

Page 389: ...severe off road use such as special underbody shielding and transfer case low gear range The airbag system is designed to work properly under a wide range of conditions including off road usage Alway...

Page 390: ...e more ground clearance at the front of your vehicle you can remove the front fascia lower air dam The air dam is held in place by two bolts and 10 snaps accessible from underneath the front fascia To...

Page 391: ...raise the vehicle s center of gravity making it more likely to roll over You can be seriously or fatally injured if the vehicle rolls over Put heavy loads inside the cargo area not on the roof Keep ca...

Page 392: ...aterials 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...

Page 393: ...e you over many different kinds of terrain Be familiar with the terrain and its many different features Surface Conditions Off roading surfaces can be hard packed dirt gravel rocks grass sand mud snow...

Page 394: ...driving on paved roads and highways There are no road signs posted speed limits or signal lights Use good judgment about what is safe and what is not Driving on Hills Off road driving often takes you...

Page 395: ...yond 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 gu...

Page 396: ...as straight as possible in R Reverse While backing down the hill put your left hand on the steering wheel at the 12 o clock position so you can tell if the wheels are straight and can maneuver as you...

Page 397: ...could cause loss of control and a serious accident Apply the brakes lightly when descending a hill and use a low gear to keep vehicle speed under control Things not to do when driving down a hill Whe...

Page 398: ...ing over Driving across an incline puts more weight on the downhill wheels which could cause a downhill slide or a rollover Surface conditions can be a problem Loose gravel muddy spots or even wet gra...

Page 399: ...n its path If you have to walk down the slope stay out of the path the vehicle will take if it does roll over Driving in Mud Sand Snow or Ice When you drive in mud snow or sand the wheels do not get g...

Page 400: ...passengers could drown Drive your vehicle on safe surfaces only Driving in Water CAUTION Driving through rushing water can be dangerous Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream and you and your p...

Page 401: ...em for any leakage The vehicle requires more frequent service due to off road use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for additional information Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day...

Page 402: ...ed away If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Do not ignore police warnings and be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerou...

Page 403: ...o they all work and are lenses clean Tires Are treads good Are tires inflated to recommended pressure Weather and Maps Safe to travel Have up to date maps Highway Hypnosis Always be alert and pay atte...

Page 404: ...ll slope CAUTION Coasting downhill in N Neutral or with the ignition off is dangerous The brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down and they could get so hot that they would not work well Yo...

Page 405: ...h the surface under the tires even more The StabiliTrak System on page 5 6 improves the ability to accelerate on slippery roads but slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions When drivin...

Page 406: ...a window about two inches 5 cm on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind to bring in fresh air Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel Adjust the Climate Control system...

Page 407: ...ehicle when stuck in sand mud ice or snow See Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out on page 5 32 If the vehicle has a traction system it can often help to free a stuck vehicle Refer to the vehicle s trac...

Page 408: ...pedal when the transmission is in gear Slowly spinning the wheels in the forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion that could free the vehicle If that does not get the vehicle out after...

Page 409: ...the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it was designed to carry the Tire and Lo...

Page 410: ...t B in kilograms and pounds The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the size of the original equipment tires C and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures D For more information on tir...

Page 411: ...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...

Page 412: ...nt Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 700 lbs 317 kg Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight...

Page 413: ...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 T...

Page 414: ...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...

Page 415: ...ed to There is also important loading information for off road driving in this manual See Loading Your Vehicle for Off Road Driving under Off Road Driving on page 5 13 Add On Equipment When you carry...

Page 416: ...as behind a motorhome see Recreational Vehicle Towing following Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another vehicle such as behind a motorhome The t...

Page 417: ...ground or even with only two of its wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components Do not tow an all wheel drive vehicle with any of its wheels on the ground All wheel drive vehicles are not d...

Page 418: ...wheels on the ground Two wheel drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed To dolly tow a two wheel drive vehicle the vehicle must be towed with the rear wheels...

Page 419: ...FF Level Control Automatic Level Control The automatic level control rear suspension is available on light duty vehicles and comes as a part of the Autoride suspension if equipped This type of level c...

Page 420: ...ormation Towing a Trailer Do not tow a trailer during break in See New Vehicle Break In on page 2 24 for more information CAUTION The driver can lose control when pulling a trailer if the correct equi...

Page 421: ...l be driving A good source for this information can be state or provincial police Consider using a sway control See Hitches later in this section Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles...

Page 422: ...ximum trailer weight Use the following chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh based upon the vehicle model and options Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR Escalade 2WD 6 2L V8 3...

Page 423: ...ormation about the 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 a maximum of 600 lbs 272 kg with a weight c...

Page 424: ...the rear axle could be 850 lbs 386 kg X 1 5 1 275 lbs 578 kg Since the rear axle already weighs 2 700 lbs 1 225 kg adding 1 275 lbs 578 kg brings the total to 3 975 lbs 1 803 kg This is very close to...

Page 425: ...ar edge of the driver door or see Loading the Vehicle on page 5 33 for more information Make sure not to go over the GVW limit for the vehicle or the GAWR including the weight of the trailer tongue If...

Page 426: ...To remove the hitch cover 1 Turn the fasteners on the lower tabs 90 degrees counterclockwise 2 Lift the lower edge of the cover about 45 degrees 3 Pull the cover downward to disengage the upper attach...

Page 427: ...er turns on and off the tow haul mode This indicator light on the instrument panel cluster comes on when the tow haul mode is on Tow Haul is a feature that assists when pulling a heavy trailer or a la...

Page 428: ...they are installed adjusted and maintained properly Since the vehicle is equipped with StabiliTrak the trailer brakes cannot tap into the vehicle s hydraulic system Driving with a Trailer CAUTION Whe...

Page 429: ...is longer it is necessary to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before returning to the lane Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left...

Page 430: ...imilar to engine overheating To avoid this let the engine run while parked preferably on level ground with the transmission in P Park for a few minutes before turning the engine off If the overheat wa...

Page 431: ...be injured To be sure the vehicle will not move even when on fairly level ground always put the shift lever fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set Leaving After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply a...

Page 432: ...er beam It is located next to the integrated trailer hitch The seven wire harness contains the following trailer circuits Yellow Left Stop Turn Signal Dark Green Right Stop Turn Signal Brown Taillamps...

Page 433: ...nd The trailer brake controller should be installed by your dealer retailer or a qualified service center Trailer Recommendations Subtract the hitch loads from the Cargo Weight Rating CWR CWR is the m...

Page 434: ...NOTES 5 58...

Page 435: ...stem 6 18 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 6 19 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 20 Cooling System 6 24 Engine Coolant 6 25 Engine Overheating 6 30 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 6 33 Engine Fan N...

Page 436: ...er Plastic Surfaces 6 99 Wood Panels 6 100 Speaker Covers 6 100 Care of Safety Belts 6 100 Weatherstrips 6 100 Washing Your Vehicle 6 100 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 6 101 Finish Care 6 101 Windshi...

Page 437: ...ld even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Damage to vehicle components resulting from the installation or use of non GM certified parts including control module modificat...

Page 438: ...c ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate Doing Your Own Service Work If this vehicle is a Two mode Hybrid see the Two mode Hybrid manual for more information CAUTION You can be injured and the vehicle coul...

Page 439: ...ther unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85 ethanol E85 also see Fuel E85 85 Ethanol on page 6 7 In all other engines use only unleaded gasoline See Gasoline Octane on page 6 5 Gasoline...

Page 440: ...red by the vehicle warranty Additives To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming all...

Page 441: ...anol The 8th digit of the Vehicle Identification Number VIN shows the code letter or number that identifies the vehicle s engine The VIN is at the top left of the instrument panel See Vehicle Identifi...

Page 442: ...iately after refueling for at least seven miles 11 km to allow the vehicle to adapt to the change in ethanol concentration E85 has less energy per gallon than gasoline so you will need to refill the f...

Page 443: ...Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling the vehicle This is against the law in some places Do not re enter the vehicle while pumpin...

Page 444: ...wly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill fuel Do not top off or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds after you have finished pumping before...

Page 445: ...k and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 42 Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle Static electricity discharg...

Page 446: ...clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer...

Page 447: ...nd locate the secondary hood release near the center of the grille 3 Push the secondary hood release to the right 4 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Th...

Page 448: ...Engine Compartment Overview If the vehicle is a Two mode Hybrid see the Two mode Hybrid manual for more information When you open the hood on the 6 2L engine this is what you will see 6 14...

Page 449: ...g Fluid on page 6 33 K Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 6 36 L Underhood Fuse Block on page 6 109 M Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Adding Washer Fluid under...

Page 450: ...ties and Specifications on page 6 113 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...

Page 451: ...ity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 American Petroleum Institute API starburst symbol Oils meeting these requirements should have the starburst symbol on the container...

Page 452: ...best conditions the oil life system might not indicate that an oil change is necessary for over a year However the engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the syste...

Page 453: ...it by taking it to a place that collects used oil Engine Air Cleaner Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6 14 for the location of the engine air cleaner filter Inspect the air cleaner filte...

Page 454: ...it is not there and the engine backfires you could be burned Do not drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner filter off Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check a...

Page 455: ...rate reading if you check your transmission fluid Before checking the fluid level prepare the vehicle as follows 1 Start the engine and park the vehicle on a level surface Keep the engine running 2 Ap...

Page 456: ...2 Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 3 Install the dipstick by pushing it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out ag...

Page 457: ...ll out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 3 Install the dipstick by pushing it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 4 Check both sides of the di...

Page 458: ...obtain an accurate reading because of residual fluid draining down the dipstick tube If inconsistent readings persist check the transmission breather to be sure it is clean and not clogged If readings...

Page 459: ...sing coolant other than DEX COOL can cause premature engine heater core or radiator corrosion In addition the engine coolant could require changing sooner at 50 000 km 30 000 miles or 24 months whiche...

Page 460: ...to be added This mixture Gives freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C outside temperature Gives boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C engine temperature Protects against rust and corrosion Will not dam...

Page 461: ...evel is not at or above the FULL COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant surge tank but be sure the cooling system is cool before this is done The co...

Page 462: ...electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Steam and s...

Page 463: ...olant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one full turn If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is...

Page 464: ...ine is shut off and the coolant is cold If necessary repeat coolant fill procedure Steps 1 through 6 Notice If the pressure cap is not tightly installed coolant loss and possible engine damage may occ...

Page 465: ...vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 6 33 for information on driving to a safe place in...

Page 466: ...ir conditioning off 2 Turn the heater on to the highest temperature and to the highest fan speed Open the windows as necessary 3 In heavy traffic let the engine idle in N Neutral while stopped If it i...

Page 467: ...l 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 6 15 Engine Fan Noise The v...

Page 468: ...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 the mark What to Use To determine what kind of...

Page 469: ...6 14 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 solu...

Page 470: ...When new linings are installed the fluid level goes back up A fluid leak in the brake hydraulic system can also cause a low fluid level Have the brake hydraulic system fixed since a leak means that so...

Page 471: ...ning light comes on See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 39 Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to check the brake fluid See Scheduled Maintenance on page 7 4 Checking Brake Fluid...

Page 472: ...s spilled on the vehicle s painted surfaces the paint finish can be damaged Be careful not to spill brake fluid on the vehicle If you do wash it off immediately See Washing Your Vehicle on page 6 100...

Page 473: ...s When parts of the braking system are replaced for example when the brake linings wear down and new ones are installed be sure to get new approved replacement parts If this is not done the brakes mig...

Page 474: ...mode Hybrid see the Two mode Hybrid manual for more information If the vehicle s battery or batteries has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle Be...

Page 475: ...ot in Neutral Notice If you leave the radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure they could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by the warranty Always turn off the radio...

Page 476: ...you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded...

Page 477: ...know Positive will go to positive or to a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has o...

Page 478: ...ow start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it will not start after a few tries it probably needs service Notice...

Page 479: ...Case If your vehicle is equipped with All Wheel Drive be sure to perform the lubricant checks described in this section There are two additional systems that need lubrication When to Check Lubricant...

Page 480: ...uid level it may appear 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 bee...

Page 481: ...r you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss could indicate a problem Have it inspected and repaired How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface A Fill Plug...

Page 482: ...d that the vehicle is taken to your dealer retailer for service if the headlamps need to be adjusted It is possible however to re aim the headlamps as described The vehicle should Be placed so the hea...

Page 483: ...beam headlamp 4 At a wall measure from the ground upward A to the recorded distance from Step 3 and mark it 5 Draw or tape a horizontal line B on the wall the width of the vehicle at the height of the...

Page 484: ...dlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line Turn it clockwise or counterclockwise to raise or lower the angle of the beam 9 Make sure that the light from the headlamp is positioned at the bottom e...

Page 485: ...ny of the system components you could be seriously injured Have your dealer retailer or a qualified technician service them The vehicle may have HID headlamps After an HID headlamp bulb has been repla...

Page 486: ...ht out from the socket 6 Press a new bulb into the socket insert the socket into the taillamp assembly and turn the socket clockwise into the taillamp assembly until it clicks 7 Reinstall the taillamp...

Page 487: ...forward through the molding opening 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull the bulb straight out of the socket 4 Install the new bulb 5 Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the license pl...

Page 488: ...ys To replace the wiper blade assembly 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm connector away from the windshield 2 Squeeze the grooved areas on each side of the blade and turn the blade assembly away from th...

Page 489: ...ss The backglass wiper blade will not lock in a vertical position so care should be used when pulling it away from the vehicle 3 Turn the wiper blade assembly and pull it off of the wiper arm Hold the...

Page 490: ...frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 6 62 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Overinflated tires...

Page 491: ...s C 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 D Tire...

Page 492: ...l 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 tir...

Page 493: ...s are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure in a tire measured in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascals kPa bef...

Page 494: ...eight The sum of curb weight accessory weight vehicle capacity weight and production options weight Normal Occupant Weight The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 lbs 6...

Page 495: ...New Tires on page 6 70 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire s traction temperature and treadwear Ratings are determin...

Page 496: ...Tire and Loading Information label is attached to your vehicle This label shows your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they are cold The recom...

Page 497: ...prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture High Speed Operation CAUTION Driving at high speeds 100 mph 160 km h or higher puts an additional strain on tires Sustained high speed driving causes ex...

Page 498: ...l efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibil...

Page 499: ...facility could void authorization to use this equipment Tire Pressure Monitor Operation If your vehicle is a Two mode Hybrid see the Two mode Hybrid manual for more information This vehicle may have a...

Page 500: ...Notice Liquid tire sealants could damage the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS sensors Sensor damage caused by using a tire sealant is not covered by your warranty Do not use liquid tire sealants TPMS...

Page 501: ...for service if the TPMS malfunction light and DIC message comes on and stays on TPMS Sensor Matching Process Each TPMS sensor has a unique identification code Any time you rotate your vehicle s tires...

Page 502: ...he valve cap stem Activate the TPMS sensor by increasing or decreasing the tire s air pressure for five seconds or until a horn chirp sounds The horn chirp which may take up to 30 seconds to sound con...

Page 503: ...r vehicle continues to perform most like it did when the tires were new Any time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or...

Page 504: ...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 See Changing a Flat Tire on page 6 78 Make sure the spare tire is stored securely Push pull...

Page 505: ...lder consult the tire manufacturer for more information Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for your vehicle The original equipment tires installed on your vehicle when it was...

Page 506: ...o it is all right to drive on it Because this spare was developed for use on your vehicle it will not affect vehicle handling CAUTION If you use bias ply tires on the vehicle the wheel rim flanges cou...

Page 507: ...1 and Accessories and Modifications on page 6 3 for additional information Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and max...

Page 508: ...marked C may have poor traction performance 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...

Page 509: ...dealer retailer 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...

Page 510: ...e 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 the vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash Use an...

Page 511: ...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...

Page 512: ...event the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in P Park 3 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in...

Page 513: ...ols by pulling up on the finger depression under the jack symbol 2 Remove the wing nut B used to retain the tool bag by turning it counterclockwise 3 Turn the knob A on the jack counterclockwise to re...

Page 514: ...ensions E Wheel Wrench To access the spare tire A Hoist Assembly B Hoist Shaft C Hoist Shaft Access Cover Hole D Jack Handle Extensions E Wheel Wrench F Hoist Cable G Tire Wheel Retainer H Spare Tire...

Page 515: ...om of the cover counterclockwise and then pull the cover down and rotate towards you 2 Open the hoist shaft access cover C on the bumper to access the spare tire lock K 3 To remove the spare tire lock...

Page 516: ...wheel wrench E counterclockwise to lower the spare tire H to the ground Continue to turn the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle If the spare tire does not lower...

Page 517: ...er G Separate the retainer from the guide pin by sliding the retainer up the pin while pressing down on the latch Once the retainer is separated from the pin tilt the retainer and pull it through the...

Page 518: ...tion 2 To remove the center cap place the chiseled end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry the cap out 3 Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Turn the wheel wrench...

Page 519: ...head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 4 Position the jack under the vehicle as shown Front Tire Flat If the flat tire is on a front tire of the vehicle you will need to use the jack...

Page 520: ...h D to the jack handle extensions C Attach the jack handle B to the jack A Use the jacking pad E provided on the rear axle Turn the wheel wrench D clockwise to raise the vehicle Raise the vehicle far...

Page 521: ...rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 6 78 7 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel CAUTION Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nut...

Page 522: ...ecifications Notice 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...

Page 523: ...mage the hoist assembly and you and others could get hurt Read and follow the instructions listed next To release the spare tire from the secondary latch 1 Check under the vehicle to see if the cable...

Page 524: ...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 hand...

Page 525: ...u as you pull the jack out from under 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 out from...

Page 526: ...an extended period of time or with the valve stem pointing up can damage the wheel Always stow the wheel with the valve stem pointing down and have the wheel tire repaired as soon as possible Store th...

Page 527: ...n and to the rear 2 Tilt the tire toward the vehicle Separate the tire wheel retainer G from the guide pin Pull the pin through the center of the wheel Tilt the retainer down and through the center wh...

Page 528: ...pening 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 You cannot overtighten the cable 7 Make sure th...

Page 529: ...wing nut F 3 Position the jack E and wheel blocks A in the driver s side trim panel over the wheelhouse 4 Turn the jack knob G clockwise until the jack is secured tight in the mounting bracket Be sure...

Page 530: ...because they will not fit Keep your spare tire and its wheel together Appearance Care Interior Cleaning The vehicle s interior will continue to look its best if it is cleaned often Although not alway...

Page 531: ...that remove odors from the vehicle s upholstery and clean the vehicle s glass can be obtained from your dealer retailer Do not clean the vehicle using A knife or any other sharp object to remove a soi...

Page 532: ...t the cleaning process that was used with plain water If any of the soil remains a commercial fabric cleaner or spot lifter may be necessary When a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter is to b...

Page 533: ...her Never use silicone or wax based products or those containing organic solvents to clean the vehicle s interior Never use shoe polish on leather Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces A s...

Page 534: ...ation may be required See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7 13 Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve the vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often Notice Certain clean...

Page 535: ...secoat clearcoat paint finish Notice Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may damage it Use only non abrasive waxes and polishes that are made for a basecoa...

Page 536: ...um or chrome plated wheels Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water Rinse with clean water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied...

Page 537: ...through an automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes Tires To clean the tires use a stiff brush with tire cleaner Notice Using petroleum based tire dressing products on the v...

Page 538: ...blotchy ring shaped discolorations and small irregular dark spots etched into the paint surface Although no defect in the paint job causes this we will repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces of...

Page 539: ...an keep other components from working as they should Add on equipment can drain the vehicle battery even if the vehicle is not operating The vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to add anyth...

Page 540: ...roken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating If you ever have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one th...

Page 541: ...strument Panel Back Lighting 8 Passenger Side Turn Signal Stoplamp 9 Passenger Door Module Driver Unlock 10 Power Door Lock 2 Unlock Feature 11 Power Door Lock 2 Lock Feature 12 Stoplamps Center High...

Page 542: ...ver Side Power Window Circuit Breaker Harness Connector Usage LT DR Driver Door Harness Connection BODY Harness Connector BODY Harness Connector Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block The center instrumen...

Page 543: ...t Circuit Breaker CB4 Rear Sliding Window Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block is located in the engine compartment on the driver side of the vehicle Lift the cover for access to the fuse rel...

Page 544: ...r 8 Oxygen Sensors 9 Antilock Brakes System 2 10 Trailer Back up Lamps 11 Driver Side Low Beam Headlamp 12 Engine Control Module Battery 13 Fuel Injectors Ignition Coils Right Side 14 Transmission Con...

Page 545: ...ystem Ignition 41 Amplifier 42 Audio System 43 Miscellaneous Ignition Cruise Control Fuses Usage 44 Liftgate Release 45 Airbag System Battery 46 Instrument Panel Cluster 47 Not Used 48 Auxiliary Clima...

Page 546: ...trical Center 1 70 Climate Control Blower 71 Power Liftgate Module 72 Left Bussed Electrical Center 2 Relays Usage FAN HI Cooling Fan High Speed FAN LO Cooling Fan Low Speed FAN CNTRL Cooling Fan Cont...

Page 547: ...ler for more information Cooling System 17 6 qt 16 7 L Engine Oil with Filter 6 0 qt 5 7 L Fuel Tank Regular 26 0 gal 98 4 L Extended 31 5 gal 119 2 L Transmission Fluid Pan Removal and Replacement 6...

Page 548: ...NOTES 6 114...

Page 549: ...led Maintenance 7 4 Additional Required Services 7 6 Maintenance Footnotes 7 8 Owner Checks and Services 7 10 At Each Fuel Fill 7 10 At Least Once a Month 7 10 At Least Once a Year 7 11 Recommended Fl...

Page 550: ...to keep this vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance might not be covered by the vehicle warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle...

Page 551: ...iving limits are driven off road in the recommended manner See Off Road Driving on page 5 13 use the recommended fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 6 5 The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 7 4...

Page 552: ...e Tires on page 6 56 Rotate tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 6 69 and Tire Wear Inspection in At Least Once a Month on page 7 10 When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message displays service...

Page 553: ...age 6 19 See footnote k Rotate tires and check inflation pressures and wear See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 6 69 and Tire Wear Inspection in At Least Once a Month on page 7 10 Inspect brake s...

Page 554: ...000 80 000 75 000 120 000 100 000 160 000 125 000 200 000 150 000 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Vehicles without a filter restr...

Page 555: ...n Change transfer case fluid normal service See footnote m Inspect evaporative control system An Emission Control Service See footnotes and g Replace spark plugs and inspect spark plug wires An Emissi...

Page 556: ...ses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Visually check constant velocity joints rubber boots and axle seals for leaks c Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if they are cracke...

Page 557: ...should have your dealer retailer perform this service See Engine Coolant on page 6 25 for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and filler neck Pressure test the cooling sys...

Page 558: ...k the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil on page 6 15 Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engin...

Page 559: ...ther position contact your dealer retailer for service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle...

Page 560: ...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 N Neutral slowly remove foot pressure from the re...

Page 561: ...meets GM Standard GM4718M For the proper viscosity see Engine Oil on page 6 15 Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 6 25 Usage...

Page 562: ...ge and Linkage Folding Seats and Fuel Door Hinge Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Usage Fluid Lubricant Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points Multi Purpose Lub...

Page 563: ...ication can be obtained from your dealer retailer Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 15908916 A3086C Oil Filter 89017524 PF48 Spark Plugs 1...

Page 564: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing If your vehicle is a Two mode Hybrid see the Two mode Hybrid manual for more information 7 16...

Page 565: ...f services performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 7 2 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 7 10 can be added on the following record pages Yo...

Page 566: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed 7 18...

Page 567: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed 7 19...

Page 568: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed 7 20...

Page 569: ...Transportation Program 8 10 Collision Damage Repair 8 12 Reporting Safety Defects 8 14 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 8 14 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Governmen...

Page 570: ...eral manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help in the United States call the Cadillac Cus...

Page 571: ...te resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case...

Page 572: ...is designed so that the entire dispute settlement process from the time you file your complaint to the final decision should be completed in approximately 70 days We believe our impartial program offe...

Page 573: ...nada Canada www gm ca My GM Canada is a password protected section of www gm ca where you can save information on GM vehicles get personalized offers and use handy tools and forms with greater ease He...

Page 574: ...lac com 1 800 458 8006 1 800 833 2622 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 882 1112 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish From U S Virgin Islands 1 800 49...

Page 575: ...TTY users call 1 800 833 9935 General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program Call 1 800 GM DRIVE 463 7483 for details TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Service In the United States or Cana...

Page 576: ...OnStar For security reasons the driver must present identification before this service is given Emergency Tow From a Public Road or Highway Tow to the nearest Cadillac dealer for warranty service or i...

Page 577: ...traction devices Towing or services for vehicles driven on a non public road or highway Services Specific to Canadian Purchased Vehicles Fuel delivery Reimbursement is approximately 5 Canadian Diesel...

Page 578: ...e vehicle for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for the same day repair Courtesy Transportation Program To enhance your ownership experience we and our parti...

Page 579: ...ited reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts See your dealer for information regarding the allowance...

Page 580: ...iginally built Genuine GM Collision parts are your best choice to ensure that your vehicle s designed appearance durability and safety are preserved The use of Genuine GM parts can help maintain your...

Page 581: ...ther insurance carrier If your vehicle is leased the leasing company may require you to have insurance that assures repairs with Genuine GM Original Equipment Manufacturer OEM parts or Genuine Manufac...

Page 582: ...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 contr...

Page 583: ...eral 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 engin...

Page 584: ...n residents are to make checks payable in U S funds Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Your GM vehicle has a number of sophisticated computers that record information about the vehicle s performance a...

Page 585: ...s recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data e g name gender age and crash location is recorded However other parties such as law enforcement could combine the EDR data w...

Page 586: ...other trip information Refer to the navigation system operating manual for information on stored data and for deletion instructions Radio Frequency Identification RFID RFID technology is used in some...

Page 587: ...d an Airbag Inflate 1 84 Where Are the Airbags 1 81 Airbags Passenger Status Indicator 3 37 Readiness Light 3 36 System Check 1 79 All Wheel Drive 6 45 All Wheel Drive AWD System 5 9 Analog Clock 3 26...

Page 588: ...re 3 115 Automatic Headlamp System 3 21 Automatic Transmission Fluid 6 20 Operation 2 29 Autoride 5 44 Axle Rear 6 46 B Back Up Lamps Ambulance Body Bulb Replacement 6 51 Battery 6 39 Electric Power M...

Page 589: ...eck Engine Lamp 3 42 Checking Things Under the Hood 6 12 Chemical Paint Spotting 6 104 Child Restraints Infants and Young Children 1 55 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 1 63 Older Children 1 52...

Page 590: ...Courtesy Transportation Program 8 10 Cruise Control 3 13 Light 3 46 Cupholders 2 62 Customer Assistance 8 6 Offices 8 6 Text Telephone TTY Users 8 6 Customer Information Service Publications Ordering...

Page 591: ...5 32 Winter 5 29 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 3 27 DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System 3 87 3 97 E E85 Fuel 6 7 EDR 8 16 Electrical Equipment Add On Equipment 6 105 Electrical System Center In...

Page 592: ...sh to Pass 3 9 Flat Tire 6 77 Flat Tire Changing 6 78 Flat Tire Storing 6 92 Fluid Automatic Transmission 6 20 Power Steering 6 33 Windshield Washer 6 34 Fog Lamps Bulb Replacement 3 22 Light 3 45 Fro...

Page 593: ...Mobility Reimbursement Program 8 7 H Hazard Warning Flashers 3 6 Head Restraints 1 2 Headlamps Aiming 6 48 Bulb Replacement 6 51 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 3 21 Exterior Lamps 3 16 Flash to Pass 3 9 H...

Page 594: ...Tire Sidewall 6 57 Lamps Back Up 6 51 Daytime Running DRL 3 21 Dome 3 23 Dome Lamp Override 3 23 License Plate 6 53 Malfunction Indicator 3 42 Reading 3 24 Lap Belt 1 50 Lap Shoulder Belt 1 43 LATCH...

Page 595: ...Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 1 63 Luggage Carrier 2 64 Lumbar Power Controls 1 4 M Magnetic Ride Control 5 9 Maintenance Footnotes 7 8 Schedule Additional Required Services 7 6 Maintenance...

Page 596: ...ystem 6 18 Pressure Light 3 44 Older Children Restraints 1 52 Online Owner Center 8 5 OnStar Privacy 8 18 OnStar System see OnStar Manual 2 52 Operation Universal Home Remote System 2 55 Ordering Map...

Page 597: ...n System 8 18 OnStar 8 18 Radio Frequency Identification RFID 8 18 Problems with Route Guidance 4 61 Program Courtesy Transportation 8 10 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 11 Proposition 65 Warning...

Page 598: ...ng Restraint System Parts After a Crash 1 96 Retained Accessory Power RAP 2 26 Ride Control Systems Road Sensing Suspension 5 9 Road Sensing Suspension 5 9 Roadside Service 8 7 Rocking Your Vehicle to...

Page 599: ...Parts Identification Label 6 105 Publications Ordering Information 8 15 Scheduling Appointments 8 10 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 1 93 Sheet Metal Damage 6 103 Shifting Out of Park 2 37 Shi...

Page 600: ...es 6 56 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels Cleaning 6 102 Buying New Tires 6 71 Chains 6 76 Changing a Flat Tire 6 78 Cleaning 6 103 Different Size 6 73 High Speed Operation 6 63 If a Tire Goes Flat 6 7...

Page 601: ...m Courtesy 8 10 Trip Odometer 3 35 Turn and Lane Change Signals 3 8 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 3 7 U Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA 2 42 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 6 73 Universal Home Remo...

Page 602: ...n It Is Time for New Tires 6 70 Where to Put the Child Restraint 1 61 Windows 2 17 Power 2 18 Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades Cleaning 6 102 Rainsense II Wipers 3 10 Washer 3 11 Windshield cont...

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