Chevrolet 2004 Avalanche Owner'S Manual Download Page 1

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Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1-1

Front Seats

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Rear Seats

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Safety Belts

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Child Restraints

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Air Bag Systems

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Restraint System Check

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Features and Controls ..................................... 2-1

Keys

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Doors and Locks

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Windows

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Theft-Deterrent Systems

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Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

........... 2-30

Mirrors

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OnStar

System

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HomeLink

Transmitter

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Storage Areas

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Sunroof

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Vehicle Personalization

............................. 2-90

Instrument Panel ............................................. 3-1

Instrument Panel Overview

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Climate Controls

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Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

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Driver Information Center (DIC)

.................. 3-53

Audio System(s)

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Driving Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-1

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

..... 4-2

Towing

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Service and Appearance Care .......................... 5-1

Service

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Fuel

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Checking Things Under the Hood

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Rear Axle

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Four-Wheel Drive

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Front Axle

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Bulb Replacement

.................................... 5-58

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

......... 5-67

Tires

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Appearance Care

................................... 5-111

Vehicle Identification

............................... 5-119

Electrical System

.................................... 5-119

Capacities and Specifications

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Maintenance Schedule ..................................... 6-1

Maintenance Schedule

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Customer Assistance and Information .............. 7-1

Customer Assistance and Information

........... 7-2

Reporting Safety Defects

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Index ................................................................ 1

2004 Chevrolet Avalanche Owner Manual

Summary of Contents for 2004 Avalanche

Page 1: ...s Gages and Indicators 3 33 Driver Information Center DIC 3 53 Audio System s 3 72 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 52 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Rear Axle 5 55 Four Wheel Drive 5 56 Front Axle 5 57 Bulb Replacement 5 58 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 67 Tires 5 68 Appearance Care 5 111 ...

Page 2: ...e leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it Litho in U S A Part No C2418 B First Edition Copyright General Motors Corporation 12 16 03 All Rights Reserved Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people read the owner manual from beginning to end when they fi...

Page 3: ...ION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you do not you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Do Not Do Not do this or Do Not let this happen iii ...

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

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

Page 6: ... NOTES vi ...

Page 7: ... to Put the Restraint 1 38 Top Strap 1 40 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 41 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 42 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System 1 44 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 44 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position 1 46 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 47 Air Bag System...

Page 8: ...d at the front of the seat Lift the lever to unlock the seat and use your body to slide the seat to where you want it Release the lever and try to move the seat with your body to make sure that the seat is locked into place Power Seats If your vehicle has power seat s the controls are located on the outboard edge of the front seats 1 2 ...

Page 9: ...e This adjusts the angle of the seatback For more information on the reclining seatbacks see Reclining Seatbacks on page 1 5 Your vehicle may have a memory function which allows seat settings to be saved and recalled See Memory Seat on page 2 90 for more information Power Lumbar If your vehicle has power lumbar adjustment you can use it to increase or decrease lumbar support in the lower seatback ...

Page 10: ...ol when the lower seatback reaches the desired level of support Heated Seats Your vehicle may have heated front seats The buttons used to control this feature are located on the front doors The engine must be running for the heated seat feature to work To heat the entire seat press the horizontal button with the heated seat symbol Press the button to cycle through the temperature settings of high ...

Page 11: ...of the seatback button will cycle through the heat levels for the seatback only Press the horizontal button again to heat the whole seat The heated front seats will shut off automatically when the ignition is turned off Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the front seatback lift the lever The lever is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion Release the lever to lock the seatback where you want ...

Page 12: ...is The shoulder belt can t do its job In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt can t do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat an...

Page 13: ...r Seats Rear Seat Operation The rear seat is a 60 40 split rear seat that can be folded to give you more cargo space and access to the folding midgate See Midgate on page 2 14 for more information on operation of the folding midgate To fold either side of the seat do the following 1 Push the rear head restraints all the way down 2 Pull the seat loop located where the seatback and seat cushion meet...

Page 14: ...the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always press rearward on the seatback to be 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 seriously injured After raising the rear se...

Page 15: ...ed or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside 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 vehic...

Page 16: ...ven buckled up a person wouldn t survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 30 years of safety belts in 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...

Page 17: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop 1 11 ...

Page 18: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 12 ...

Page 19: ...ide down And your chance of being conscious during and after an accident so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has air bags why should I have to wear safety belts A Air bags are in many vehicles today and will be in most of them in the future But they are supplemental systems only so they work with safety belts not instead of them Every air bag system ev...

Page 20: ...operly This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see Older Children on page 1 30 or Infants and Young Children on page 1 32 Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you ll want to know which restraint syste...

Page 21: ...e latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 29 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 To make the lap part tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt 1 15 ...

Page 22: ...d be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there s a sudden stop or a crash 1 16 ...

Page 23: ...too loose It won t give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 1 17 ...

Page 24: ...an be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at the pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you 1 18 ...

Page 25: ...ured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests 1 19 ...

Page 26: ...eriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which are not as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 20 ...

Page 27: ... across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it 1 21 ...

Page 28: ... you can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they don t wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy 1 22 ...

Page 29: ...belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature which may turn off the passenger s frontal air bag If this happens unintentionally just let the belt go back all the way and start again Center Front Passenger Position If your vehicle has a front bench seat s...

Page 30: ...le is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to Rear Seat Passengers It is very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who are not safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And the...

Page 31: ...he latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 29 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 3 To make the lap part tight pull down on...

Page 32: ... cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or a crash CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should f...

Page 33: ...have outgrown booster seats and for small adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide better positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guide for each passenger position in the rear seat Here is how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Remove the guide from the storage clip on the side of the rear seatback 1 27 ...

Page 34: ...2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The guide must be on top of the belt 1 28 ...

Page 35: ...Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt isn t long enough to fasten your dealer will order you an extender It s free When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you The extender will be just for you and just for the seat in your vehicle that you choose Don t let someone else...

Page 36: ...and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a cr...

Page 37: ...g in a rear seat outside position move the child toward the center of the vehicle If the child is sitting in the center position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child s shoulder so that in a crash the child s upper body would have the restraint that belts provide See Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Ad...

Page 38: ...belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must ...

Page 39: ... until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint 1 33 ...

Page 40: ... available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor vehicle in which it will be used For most basic types of child restraints there are many different models available When purchasing a child restraint be sure it is designed to be used in ...

Page 41: ... always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an adult or older child for whom the safety belts are designed A young child s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Instead it may settle up around the child s abdomen In a crash the belt would...

Page 42: ... or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint 1 36 ...

Page 43: ...ces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner and some high back booster seats have a five point harness A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window 1 37 ...

Page 44: ...restraint be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is it will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards Then follow the instructions for the restraint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both These restraints use the belt system or the LATCH system in your vehicle but the child also has to be secured...

Page 45: ... is turned off General Motors recommends that rear facing child restraints be secured in the rear seat even if the air bag is off If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat Do not use child restraints in the center front seat position The restraints w...

Page 46: ...llow the instructions for your child restraint If yours requires that the top strap be anchored do not use the restraint unless it is anchored properly If the child restraint does not have a top strap one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a...

Page 47: ...hild or others could be injured if this happens To help prevent injury to people and damage to your vehicle attach only one child restraint per bracket Once you have the top strap anchored you will be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Top Strap Anchor Location An anchor loop bracket for a top strap is lo...

Page 48: ...n Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System Your vehicle has the LATCH system You will find anchors in the center and right side passenger second row seating positions This system designed to make installation of child restraints easier does not use the vehicle s safety belts Instead it uses vehicle anchors and child restraint attachments to secure the restraints Some restraints a...

Page 49: ... seat where the seatback meets the seat cushion CAUTION If a LATCH type child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points the restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Make sure that a LATCH type child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint f...

Page 50: ...e sure it is secure To remove the child restraint simply unhook the top tether from the top tether anchorage and then disconnect the LATCH attachments from the LATCH anchorages Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 42 See Top Strap on page 1 40 if the chil...

Page 51: ...belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 45 ...

Page 52: ... tighten the belt 6 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position Don t use child restraints in this po...

Page 53: ...ng important safety information A label on your sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the air bag deploys CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be ver...

Page 54: ...has one Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Your vehicle has a right front passenger s frontal air bag See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 62 General Motors recommends that rear facing child restraints be secured in a rear seat even if the air bag is off If your child restraint is forwar...

Page 55: ...belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 1 49 ...

Page 56: ...nt has been installed and the on indicator is lit turn the vehicle off Remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit check to make sure that the vehicle s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion If this happens slightly recline the vehicle s ...

Page 57: ...ags are available for the driver and right front passenger If your vehicle has a side impact air bag for the driver and or the right front passenger the words AIR BAG will appear on the air bag covering on the side of the seatback closest to the door Frontal air bags are designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating frontal air bag But these air bags must inflate very q...

Page 58: ...severe frontal and near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflate in rollover rear or low speed frontal crashes or in many side crashes And for some unrestrained CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued occupants frontal air bags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful air bags have provided in the past The side impact air bags for the driver and right front passenger a...

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

Page 60: ... bag symbol The system checks the air bag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Air Bag Readiness Light on page 3 36 for more information Where Are the Air Bags The driver s frontal air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel 1 54 ...

Page 61: ...ht front passenger s frontal air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side If your vehicle has one the driver s side impact air bag is in the side of the driver s seatback closest to the door 1 55 ...

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

Page 63: ...ent is about 10 to 16 mph 16 to 25 km h and the threshold level for a full deployment is about 20 to 25 mph 32 to 40 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range If your vehicle strikes something that will move or deform such as a parked car the threshold level will be higher The driver s and right front passenger s fro...

Page 64: ...he side of the vehicle that is struck Air Bag Systems In any particular crash no one can say whether an air bag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were For frontal air bags inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down in frontal and near frontal impacts For side impact air bags inflation is...

Page 65: ...ted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle The air bag supplements the protection provided by safety belts Air bags distribute the force of the impact more evenly over the occupant s upper body stopping the occupant more gradually But the frontal air bags would not help you in many types of collisions including rollovers rear impacts and many side impacts primarily because an occupant s m...

Page 66: ... with you may be warm but not too hot to touch There will be some smoke and dust coming from the vents in the deflated air bags Air bag inflation doesn t prevent the driver from seeing or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an air bag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of ast...

Page 67: ...tal air bag system The module records information about the readiness of the system and when the system commands air bag inflation It records the status of the driver s safety belt usage in a crash in which the air bag deploys or a crash in which the air bag nearly deploys The module also records speed engine rpm brake and throttle data Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag systems I...

Page 68: ...ide air bags are not part of the passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger s seat and safety belt The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the passenger s frontal air bag should be enabled may inflate or not Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are res...

Page 69: ...e system determines that an infant is present in a rear facing infant seat the system determines that a small child is present in a forward facing child restraint the system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat a right front passenger takes his her weight off of the seat for a period of time the right front passenger seat is occupied by a smaller person such as a child who ha...

Page 70: ...ag to be enabled the on indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the air bag is active For some children who have outgrown child restraints and for very small adults the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the right front passenger s frontal air bag depending upon the person s seating posture and body build Everyone in your vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should ...

Page 71: ... including important safety information Aftermarket equipment such as seat covers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates You may want to consider not using seat covers or other aftermarket equipment if your vehicle has the passenger sensing system See Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 66 for more information about modifications that can affect how the s...

Page 72: ...f the air bag system Be sure to follow proper service procedures and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so Air bag systems do not need regular maintenance Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Q Is there anything I might add to the front or sides of the vehicle that could keep the air bags from working properly A Yes If you add things that change your vehic...

Page 73: ...edure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 7 2 Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are working properly Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts If you see anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing its jo...

Page 74: ...er a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new parts If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash you may need new LATCH system parts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired o...

Page 75: ...ne 2 32 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal 2 33 Engine Coolant Heater 2 33 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 34 Four Wheel Drive 2 38 Parking Brake 2 42 Shifting Into Park P 2 43 Shifting Out of Park P 2 46 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 46 Engine Exhaust 2 47 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked 2 48 Mirrors 2 49 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar Compass and Temperature Display...

Page 76: ...rhead Console 2 65 Front Armrest Storage Area 2 65 Center Console Storage Area 2 66 Luggage Carrier 2 66 Rear Storage Area 2 67 Cargo Cover Panels 2 67 All Weather Cargo Area 2 78 Top Box Storage 2 82 Tonneau Cover 2 83 Sunroof 2 89 Vehicle Personalization 2 90 Memory Seat 2 90 Section 2 Features and Controls 2 2 ...

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

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

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

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

Page 81: ...overs of the transmitter housing near the key ring hole Remove the bottom by twisting the coin 2 Remove and replace the battery with a three volt CR2032 or equivalent battery positive side up 3 Align the covers and snap them together 4 Resynchronize the transmitter See Resynchronization next 5 Check the operation of the transmitter 2 7 ...

Page 82: ...your dealer for service Doors and Locks Door Locks CAUTION Unlocked doors can be dangerous Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle When a door is locked the handle will not open it You increase the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash if the doors are not locked So wear safety belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive You...

Page 83: ...tches are located on the driver s and front passenger s armrests Q Lock Remove the ignition key and press the lock symbol to lock all of the doors If the delayed locking feature is on the doors will not lock until five seconds after the last door is closed Press the lock symbol twice to override this feature and lock all of the doors immediately See Delayed Locking on page 2 10 for more informatio...

Page 84: ...n the lock position 2 Press unlock twice on the remote keyless entry transmitter This feature will not operate if the key is in the ignition You can also program this feature using the DIC See Delayed Locking under DIC Operation and Displays on page 3 54 Programmable Automatic Door Locks Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic lock unlock feature which enables you to program your vehicle s powe...

Page 85: ... 3 Press the lock side of the power lock switch once You will hear one two or three chimes The number of chimes tells you which lock mode is currently selected Continue to press the door lock switch until the number of chimes that you hear matches the number of the mode that you want If you take longer than 30 seconds the locks will automatically lock and unlock and the horn will chirp twice to in...

Page 86: ...ll lock and unlock the horn will chirp twice and a 30 second timer will begin You are now ready to program the automatic door unlock feature 3 Press the unlock side of the power lock switch once You will hear one two three or four chimes The number of chimes tells you which unlock mode is currently selected Continue to press the door unlock switch until the number of chimes that you hear matches t...

Page 87: ...ear door The rear doors cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use If you want to open the rear door while the security lock is engaged unlock the door and open the door from the outside Move the lever rearward to disengage the child security lock feature Lockout Protection This feature protects you from locking your key in the vehicle when the key is in the ignition and a door i...

Page 88: ...ed connections must pass through the seal between the body and the midgate Make sure all windows are shut Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed on the setting that brings in outside air This will force outside air into your vehicle See Automatic Climate Control System on page 3 22 If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See Engin...

Page 89: ...le always be sure that it is stored securely in the midgate storage pocket Do not remove the rear glass when the rear defroster is on If you remove the rear glass with the rear defroster on you may see a discharge spark coming from the latch area To remove the rear glass do the following 1 Fold the rear seats See Rear Seat Operation on page 1 7 for more information The front seats may have to be m...

Page 90: ...lease button C will catch the rear glass and prevent it from falling forward Follow the next step to release the button and remove the rear glass 3 While holding the rear glass in place press the glass catch release button C and pull the top of the rear glass toward you using the grab handle s B located at the top of the rear glass 2 16 ...

Page 91: ... handles to assist you in removing the rear glass 5 Load the rear glass into the storage pocket in the midgate guiding the lower edge of the rear glass behind the three rear glass retaining tabs E Hold the rear glass flat against the storage pocket with grab handles facing you until the next step 2 17 ...

Page 92: ...ock knob to engage more easily Once both glass lock knobs are in the locked position the rear glass is securely stored 7 Push both latch levers up to the locked position You should hear a click when each latch lever locks correctly The rear seats can be returned to the normal position when the rear glass is out and stored properly in the storage pocket 2 18 ...

Page 93: ...ar glass to unlatch 2 Hold the rear glass in place with one hand and turn the glass lock knobs located at both top corners of the glass storage pocket to the unlocked position 3 Pull the rear glass out from the storage pocket using the grab handles 4 With the rear glass tilted at an angle place the bottom edge in the lower channel of the window frame 2 19 ...

Page 94: ...rd pressure and then push the rear glass flat against the window frame Use the grab handles at the top of the rear glass to assist you 6 Push the rear glass flat against the window frame and push each latch lever up until it locks You should hear a click when each latch lever locks correctly 2 20 ...

Page 95: ...ored in the rear glass storage pocket To lower the midgate do the following 1 Fold the rear seats The front seats might have to be moved forward slightly to allow the rear seats to fold See Rear Seat Operation on page 1 7 for more information 2 Standing outside of the vehicle hold the midgate securely so it does not fall forward Turn the midgate handle clockwise and pull the midgate toward you Rea...

Page 96: ...3 Lower the midgate until it is flat Lowering the Midgate with the Rear Glass in the Storage Pocket Rear Glass Stored in Glass Storage Pocket 2 22 ...

Page 97: ... fall as you lower it Raising the Midgate To return the midgate to its normal position raise the midgate up with a firm swinging motion this will help to ensure that the midgate closes with enough force to engage the latches until it latches into place securely If the rear glass is removed and you would like to put it back do so using the instructions given previously Tailgate Use the ignition doo...

Page 98: ...the following 1 Hold the tailgate up slightly raised 2 Release the retaining cable clip by lifting the cable so it is level with the ground and then push the cable clip toward the vehicle 3 Raise the tailgate at a slight upward angle pull back on the tailgate at the right edge so it releases from the block hinge arrow and then move the tailgate to the right to release the left edge Reverse the abo...

Page 99: ...le with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 2 25 ...

Page 100: ...wer the window without continuously pressing the switch Press the top of the window switch down fully to activate the feature Lightly press the switch to open the window slightly The express down feature can be interrupted at any time by pulling up on the top of the switch Lockout Switch Press the lockout switch to prevent passengers from operating the power windows from their switches A light in ...

Page 101: ... and stay on 3 Close all doors The security light should go off after about 30 seconds The alarm is not armed until the security light goes off If a locked door is opened without the key or the remote keyless entry transmitter the alarm will go off The headlamps and parking lamps will flash for two minutes and the horn will sound for 30 seconds then will turn off to save the battery power You can ...

Page 102: ...ps 1 From inside the vehicle lower the driver s window and open the driver s door 2 Activate the system by locking the doors with the power door lock switch while the door is open or with the remote keyless entry transmitter 3 Get out of the vehicle close the door and wait for the security light to go out 4 Then reach in through the window unlock the door with the manual door lock and open the doo...

Page 103: ...it about 10 minutes until the light stops flashing before trying to restart the engine Remember to release the key from START as soon as the engine starts If the engine does not start after three tries the vehicle needs service If the engine is running and the security light comes on you will be able to restart the engine if you turn the engine off However your Passlock system is not working prope...

Page 104: ... drive at any one speed fast or slow for the first 500 miles 805 km Do not make full throttle starts Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles 322 km or so During this time your new brake linings are not yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Do not tow a trailer during b...

Page 105: ...t all the way in Turn the key only with your hand Using a tool to force it could break the key or the ignition switch If none of these works then your vehicle needs service B ACCESSORY This position allows you to use things like the radio power windows and the windshield wipers when the engine is off C RUN This position is for driving D START This position starts your engine Retained Accessory Pow...

Page 106: ...gnition key in START When the engine starts let go of the key and let up on the accelerator pedal Wait about 15 seconds between each try When starting your engine in very cold weather below 0 F or 18 C do this 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to START and hold it there up to 15 seconds When the engine starts let go of the key 2 If your engine still will not start or...

Page 107: ... this feature to operate The buttons used to adjust the pedals are located on the driver s side door panel Press the button closest to you to move the pedals closer to you Press the button farthest from you to move the pedals away from you Engine Coolant Heater Your vehicle may be equipped with an engine coolant heater In very cold weather 0 F 18 C or colder the engine coolant heater can help You ...

Page 108: ...e to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you don t it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on the outside temperature the kind of oil you have and some other things Instead of trying to list everything here we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you ll be parking your vehicle The...

Page 109: ...Towing a Trailer on page 4 68 CAUTION If you have four wheel drive your vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift lever is in PARK P if your transfer case is in NEUTRAL So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear two wheel high 2H or four wheel high 4H or four wheel low 4L not in NEUTRAL See Shifting Into Park P on page 2 43 REVERSE R Use this gear to back up Notice Shifting to REVERSE R...

Page 110: ...e covered by your warranty Be sure the engine is not running at high speed when shifting your vehicle DRIVE D This position is for normal driving If you need more power for passing and you re Going less than about 35 mph 55 km h push your accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 35 mph 55 km h or more push the accelerator all the way down You ll shift down to the next gear and have more po...

Page 111: ...ver is put in FIRST 1 while the vehicle is moving forward the transmission won t shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough Notice Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transmission If you are stuck do not spin the tires When stopping on a hill use the brakes to hold the vehicle in place On cold days app...

Page 112: ...nded period of time may cause premature wear on your vehicle s powertrain Do not drive in four wheel drive on pavement for extended periods of time Front Axle Locking Feature The front axle locks and unlocks automatically when you shift the transfer case Some delay for the axle to lock or unlock is normal Automatic Transfer Case CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle ...

Page 113: ...ve Driving in this mode results in slightly lower fuel economy than 2HI G 4HI Use the 4HI position when you need extra traction such as on snowy or icy roads or in most off road situations This setting also engages your front axle to help drive your vehicle This is the best setting to use when plowing snow 5 4LO This setting also engages your front axle and delivers extra torque You may never need...

Page 114: ...ng into 2HI Press and release the 2HI button This can be done at any speed except when shifting from 4LO Shifting into 4LO To shift to the 4LO position the ignition must be in RUN and the vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph 4 8 km h with the transmission in NEUTRAL N The preferred method for shifting into 4LO is to have your vehicle moving 1 to 2 mph 1 6 to 3 2 km h Press and release...

Page 115: ... and 4HI ranges or from NEUTRAL with the engine running If the 4HI AUTO 4WD or 2HI switch is pressed when your vehicle is in gear and or moving the 4HI AUTO 4WD or 2HI indicator light will flash for 30 seconds but will not complete the shift unless your vehicle is moving less than 3 mph 4 8 km h and the transmission is in NEUTRAL N Shifting into NEUTRAL To shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL do the...

Page 116: ...osition Excessively shifting the transfer case into or out of the different modes may cause the transfer case to enter the shift protection mode This will protect the transfer case from possible damage and will only allow the transfer case to respond to one shift per 10 seconds The transfer case may stay in this mode for up to three minutes Parking Brake To set the parking brake hold the regular b...

Page 117: ...ing on any hill see Towing a Trailer on page 4 68 Shifting Into Park P CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground ...

Page 118: ...toward you Move the lever up as far as it will go 3 Be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL 4 Turn the ignition key to LOCK 5 Remove the key and take it with you If you can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in your hand your vehicle is in PARK P 2 44 ...

Page 119: ...ve it After you move the shift lever into PARK P hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from PARK P without first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever wasn t fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transmission into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force o...

Page 120: ...ion Then move the shift lever into the gear you want If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can t shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the key to ACCESSORY There is no shift interlock in this key position 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 3 Shift the vehicle to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the vehicle and then shift to the drive gear you want 5 Have the system fixed as soon as possib...

Page 121: ... vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs were not done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO...

Page 122: ...place this can happen is a garage Exhaust with CO can come in easily NEVER park in a garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 4 44 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unle...

Page 123: ...If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 68 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar Compass and Temperature Display Your vehicle may have this feature When on an automatic dimming mirror automatically dims to the proper level to minimize glare from lights behind you after dark The mirror also includes a dual display in the upper right corner of the mirror face The ...

Page 124: ...isplay will return If an abnormal temperature reading is displayed for an extended period of time please see your dealer Under certain circumstances a delay in updating the temperature is normal Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation The automatic dimming mirror function is turned on automatically each time the ignition is started To operate the automatic dimming mirror do the following 1 Make sure th...

Page 125: ...adjusted to account for compass variance your compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance do the following 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map 2 Press and hold the on off button until a Z and a zone number appears in the display The compass is now in zone mode 3 Keep pressing the on off button until the desired zone number appears in...

Page 126: ...eads a direction Passenger Air Bag Indicator Your vehicle may be equipped with a passenger air bag indicator on the mirror glass just above the buttons For more information see Passenger Sensing System on page 1 62 Cleaning the Mirror When cleaning the mirror use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the li...

Page 127: ...ase consult your dealer Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation Press and hold the TEMP button for approximately eight seconds to turn the automatic dimming feature on or off The indicator light to the left of the TEMP button will turn on or off to show you when the feature is activated Once the mirror is turned off it will remain off until it is turned back on or until the vehicle is restarted Compass...

Page 128: ...sh in the COMP button for approximately eight seconds or until CAL is displayed The compass can be calibrated by driving the vehicle in circles at five mph 8 km h or less until the display reads a direction Compass Variance The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight Under cert...

Page 129: ... Use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing Passenger Air Bag Indicator Your mirror may be equipped with a passenger air bag indicator on the mirror glass just above the buttons If you have this feature the mirror will display the word ON or an airbag symbol in ...

Page 130: ...rror control will illuminate Press the left or right side of the mirror control to slide the mirror heads away or toward the body of the vehicle Adjust the mirror glass by using the power mirror switches See Outside Power Mirrors on page 2 56 Outside Power Mirrors The controls are located on the driver s door armrest Move the upper selector switch to the left or right to choose the mirror you want...

Page 131: ...er Folding Mirrors next Resetting the Power Folding Mirrors You will need to reset the power folding mirrors if They are accidently manually folded unfolded The mirrors will not stay in the unfolded position The mirrors shake and flutter at normal driving speeds To reset the power folding mirrors fold and unfold them at least three times using the mirror controls This will reset them to their norm...

Page 132: ... Temperature Display on page 2 49 Your vehicle s mirrors will also be capable of performing the curb view assist mirror function This feature will cause the passenger s and or driver s mirror to tilt to a preselected position when the vehicle is in REVERSE R This feature may be useful in allowing you to view the curb when you are parallel parking When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE R and a ...

Page 133: ...iption Service Agreement is required prior to delivery of OnStar services and prepaid calling minutes are also required for OnStar Personal Calling and OnStar Virtual Advisor use Terms and conditions of the Subscription Service Agreement can be found at www onstar com OnStar Services One of the following plans is normally included for a specific duration with each vehicle equipped with OnStar You ...

Page 134: ...nStar owner s guide in your vehicle s glove box or call OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 OnStar Virtual Advisor With OnStar Virtual Advisor you can listen to your favorite news entertainment and information topics such as traffic and weather reports stock quotes and sports scores You listen to your e mail through your vehicle s speakers and reply with your hands on the wheel and your eyes o...

Page 135: ...Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this d...

Page 136: ...rage door it is advised to park outside of the garage It is recommended that a new battery be installed in your hand held transmitter for quicker and more accurate transmission of the radio frequency Your vehicle s engine should be turned off while programming the transmitter Follow these steps to program up to three channels 1 Press and hold down the two outside buttons releasing only when the in...

Page 137: ...Locate in the garage the garage door opener receiver motor head unit Locate the Learn or Smart button This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor head unit 7 Firmly press and release the Learn or Smart button The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer You will have 30 seconds to start Step 8 8 Return to the vehicle Firmly press and hold the prog...

Page 138: ...ter until the frequency signal has been successfully accepted by HomeLink The indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly Proceed with Step 4 under Programming HomeLink to complete Using HomeLink Press and hold the appropriate HomeLink button for at least half of a second The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted Erasing HomeLink Buttons To erase progra...

Page 139: ... to hold both buttons until the HomeLink indicator light turns off 3 Release both buttons For questions or comments contact HomeLink at 1 800 355 3515 or on the internet at www homelink com Storage Areas Glove Box To open your glove box pull the lever upward and pull the door downward Center Overhead Console Your vehicle may have an overhead console equipped with reading lights and a small storage...

Page 140: ...ide rails making sure to fasten it securely Don t exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading your vehicle For more information on vehicle capacity and loading see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 55 To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you re leaving check now and then to make sure the luggage and cargo are still securely fastened Be sure the cargo is properly loaded If small heavy objects ar...

Page 141: ... seat passengers To open it pull up and then out on the tab located at the top center of the armrest and pull the armrest down Cargo Cover Panels CAUTION Improperly stored cargo cover panels could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver You or others could be injured If you remove a panel always store it in the proper storage location When you put it back always be sure t...

Page 142: ... 1 2 and 3 There are also numbered labels on the bottom of the panels The numbers on the top and bottom of the panels will be used as reference when removing storing and reinstalling the panels 2 Remove cargo panel 3 by pulling the left and right cargo panel latches located on the bottom of each cargo panel toward you to unlock the cargo panel latches 3 Pull the cargo panel up and then out from th...

Page 143: ...ve cargo panel 1 if you need to but notice that there are four latches to release two left side latches and two right side latches Set the panel aside After you have removed each cargo panel you can store it within the cargo storage area using the cargo panel storage system 2 69 ...

Page 144: ...orage bag in the cargo storage area by attaching the four clips on the cargo bag to the tie down locations on either side of the storage area Always use the storage bag to store the cargo panels during driving Before storing the cargo panels be sure that the latches are in the locked position The latches are in the locked position when they are parallel to the front and back edge of the panel 2 70...

Page 145: ...owing instructions for the proper storage sequence and location for each panel 2 Starting with cargo panel 1 load the cargo panel with latches at the top of the bag and facing away from you Panels 3 2 1 Loaded 2 71 ...

Page 146: ...cargo panel 2 by loading the cargo panel with latches down and facing toward you 4 Store cargo panel 3 by loading the cargo panel with latches at the top of the bag and facing toward you 5 Zip the bag shut 2 72 ...

Page 147: ...6 Tighten both straps on the bag by pulling on the free end of the straps 7 Close both top and bottom lever locks at the center of the bag to secure tightly 2 73 ...

Page 148: ...ile it is not in use or you can store it outside of the vehicle 2 Starting with cargo panel 1 place the latches in the unlocked position Place cargo panel 1 on the cargo area rails while holding the back of the cargo panel up Push the panel forward until it is snug against the midgate and then let the back of the panel down being sure that the pegs align with the receivers Left Side Shown Right Si...

Page 149: ... before you can lock the right latch If you do not follow this exactly the cargo cover panels may not lock in place correctly 4 Install cargo cover 2 next Place the latches in the unlocked position Place the cargo cover panel on the cargo area rails while holding the back of the cargo panel up Push the panel forward until it is snug against the other panel and then let the back of the panel down b...

Page 150: ...l cargo cover 3 next Place the latches in the unlocked position Place the cargo cover panel on the cargo area rails while holding the back of the cargo panel up Push the panel forward until it is snug against the other panel and then let the back of the panel down being sure that the pegs align with the receivers Left Side Shown Right Side Similar 2 76 ...

Page 151: ...argo Tie Downs There are cargo tie downs in the rear cargo area that you can use to strap cargo in The tie downs are also used to secure the cargo cover panel storage bag or the tonneau cover storage bag if your vehicle is equipped with either For more information see Cargo Cover Panels earlier in this section and Tonneau Cover on page 2 83 2 77 ...

Page 152: ...to quickly direct water out of the cargo box are the top drain grates side rail channels catch cups midgate drain cargo area floor drains and the rubber cargo mat Even when the water management system is working properly and the cover system is on there may be some instances heavy rains automated car washes etc when water may be present in the following areas A Top drain grates B Removable front d...

Page 153: ...on cleaning each item of the water management system Top Drain Grates Removal and Cleaning The top drain grates are located near the rear glass on both sides of the vehicle You may need to clean the grates and drains if there seems to be blockage To remove each drain grate do the following 1 Remove the cargo panels or tonneau cover See Cargo Cover Panels on page 2 67 or Tonneau Cover on page 2 83 ...

Page 154: ...he grate should clip into place Don t force the grate if it won t clip into place realign the clips with the holes and try again Side Rail Channels The side rail channels are located on top of both sides of the cargo area You may want to flush them out with clean water if you notice any debris collecting inside of them When loading cargo into the cargo area be careful not to damage the rails 2 80 ...

Page 155: ...ing dirt wood chips pebbles etc you will need to flush the midgate drain with water But first you will have to remove the drain grate by using the following steps 1 Lower the midgate See Midgate on page 2 14 for more information 2 Pull up on the rear sidr of the drain grate 3 Tilt the drain grate away from you and pull it straight out Reverse the procedure to reinstall the drain grate 2 81 ...

Page 156: ...rty you can lift up the edges of the cargo floor mat or take the whole mat out and flush the drains with water Top Box Storage Your vehicle is equipped with top box storage units on both side of the vehicle The passenger side top box contains the tools you will need to change a flat tire Use the ignition door key to unlock lock it Press the key cylinder button and swing the lid open Turn on the ca...

Page 157: ...could be injured If you remove the cover bows and rails always store them properly in the cargo area When you put them back always be sure that they are securely reattached Your vehicle may be equipped with a tonneau cover The main components of the tonneau cover are the following A Front Rail B Bows C Side Rails D Rear Rail E Plastic Lip F Loop 2 83 ...

Page 158: ... the rear corner of the driver s side of the vehicle pull the loop F toward you and then pull up so the plastic lip E releases from the channel in the rear rail D and the side rail C 2 Pull the back of the cover out from the rear rail D 2 84 ...

Page 159: ...e plastic lip E will release from the siderails C as you roll the cover forward 4 Stow the cover using the buckles and the straps attached to the front rail You can also store the tonneau cover outside of the vehicle or use the storage bag included 2 85 ...

Page 160: ...orage bag do the following 1 Attach the bag to the cargo tie downs as shown Unzip the top of the storage bag 2 With the tonneau cover rolled up place it in the proper compartment in the bag and zip the bag shut 2 86 ...

Page 161: ... you will have a place ready to store the front and back rails and the two bows 1 Remove the rear rail by pulling it straight out from the side rails Set the rail aside 2 Remove the two bows by gently pushing them against the spring loaded end Set the bow aside 3 With the midgate lowered enter the rear passenger compartment of the vehicle See Midgate on page 2 14 2 87 ...

Page 162: ...e edge nearest you to clear the midgate seals and then pulling it out from the side rails 5 Stow both bows and the front and rear rails in the storage bag When all components of the tonneau cover are secured in the bag properly zip the bag shut 2 88 ...

Page 163: ...and finish with the side rails To clean the tonneau cover use mild soap and water If necessary use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt trapped in the grain of the material Sunroof Your vehicle may be equipped with a power sliding sunroof To open or close your sunroof the ignition needs to be on or RAP needs to be active See Retained Accessory Power under Ignition Positions on page 2 31 Press and r...

Page 164: ... the vent position which occurs when the sunroof is fully tilted rearward This will reset the memory and enable the sunroof to function properly Vehicle Personalization Memory Seat If your vehicle has this feature then the controls for the memory function are located on the driver s door These buttons are used to program and recall memory settings for the driver s seat throttle and brake pedals bo...

Page 165: ... the memory position will be recalled If you use the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter to enter your vehicle the preset driver s seat throttle and brake pedal mirror positions radio station presets and the last choosen climate control settings will be recalled if programmed to do so through the Driver Information Center DIC See DIC Operation and Displays on page 3 54 The number...

Page 166: ...button or press the unlock button on the desired remote keyless entry transmitter The seat will move to the stored memory position 2 Adjust the seat to the desired exit position 3 Press and hold the exit button of the memory control for three seconds A double chime will sound to let you know that the position has been stored for the identified driver 1 or 2 To use the seat exit position do one of ...

Page 167: ... and Odometer 3 35 Tachometer 3 35 Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 36 Air Bag Readiness Light 3 36 Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator 3 38 Charging System Light 3 40 Voltmeter Gage 3 41 Brake System Warning Light 3 42 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 43 Low Tire Pressure Warning Light 3 43 Traction Off Light 3 44 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 3 45 Transmission Temperature Gage 3 45 Malfunctio...

Page 168: ...stem 3 99 Rear Seat Audio RSA 3 112 Theft Deterrent Feature 3 114 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 3 114 Radio Reception 3 115 Care of Your CDs and DVDs 3 116 Care of Your CD and DVD Player 3 116 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 116 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 117 Chime Level Adjustment 3 117 Section 3 Instrument Panel 3 2 ...

Page 169: ... NOTES 3 3 ...

Page 170: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 ...

Page 171: ...e Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2 34 H Audio System See Audio System s on page 3 72 I Dome Override Button See Interior Lamps on page 3 20 J Fog Lamps Button See Exterior Lamps on page 3 14 K Turn Signal Multifunction Lever See Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 8 L Hood Release See Hood Release on page 5 10 M Tilt Lever See Tilt Wheel on page 3 7 N Driver Information Center DIC ...

Page 172: ...ning flasher button is located on the top of the steering column Your hazard warning flashers work no matter what position your key is in and even if the key isn t in Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off To turn off the flashers press the button until the first click and release When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work 3 6 ...

Page 173: ...The tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle The tilt lever is located on the driver s side of the steering column under the turn signal lever To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then releas...

Page 174: ...r down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically To signal a lane change raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash Hold it there until you complete your lane change The lever will return by itself when you release it An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows ...

Page 175: ...he multifunction lever toward you Then release it When the high beams are on this indicator light on the instrument panel cluster will also be on Flash to Pass This feature lets you use your high beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass It works even if your headlamps are in the automatic position To use it pull the turn signal lever toward you then release it If you...

Page 176: ...e delay settings 1 High Speed For high speed wiping turn the band further to the second solid band past the delay settings 9 Off To stop the wipers move the band to off Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become worn or damaged get new blades or blade inserts Windshield Washer L Wa...

Page 177: ...ur foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h If you apply your brakes the cruise control will shut off CAUTION Cruise control can be dangerous where you can not drive safely at a steady speed So do not use your cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On s...

Page 178: ...e cruise light on the instrument panel will illuminate when the cruise control is engaged Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course disengages the cruise control But you don t need to reset it Once you re going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can move the cruise control switch briefly from on to resume accelerate You ll...

Page 179: ...the button at the end of the lever until you reach the lower speed you want then release it To slow down in very small amounts briefly press the set button Each time you do this you ll go about 1 mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise cont...

Page 180: ...litrak to activate If the accelerator pedal is held longer than 60 seconds cruise control will turn off The cruise control will turn off automatically if the traction control system or Stabilitrak system activate if your vehicle is equipped with either feature Erasing Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition your cruise control set speed memory is erased Exterior Lamps The...

Page 181: ...c headlamp mode The Daytime Running Lamps DRL will also be activated if it is light enough outside Parking Lamps Turn the control to this position to turn on the parking lamps together with the following Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights 2 Headlamps Turn the control to this position to turn on the headlamps together with the previously listed lamps and lights W...

Page 182: ...s so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system The DRL and automatic headlamp system will only be affected when the light sensor sees a change in lighting lasting longer than the delay If you start your vehicle in a dark garage the automatic headlamp system will come on immediately Once you leave the garage it will take approximately one minute for the ...

Page 183: ...re on only your DRL lamps will be on The taillamps sidemarker and other lamps won t be on The instrument panel won t be lit up either When it begins to get dark the automatic headlamp system will switch from DRL to the headlamps As with any vehicle you should turn on the regular headlamp system when you need it Puddle Lamps Your vehicle may be equipped with puddle lamps in the base of both outside...

Page 184: ...tton again to turn them off An indicator light will glow near the button when the fog lamps are on Remember fog lamps alone will not give off as much light as your headlamps Never use your fog lamps in the dark without turning on the headlamps The fog lamps will go off whenever your high beam headlamps come on When the high beams go off the fog lamps will come on again The fog lamps will be cancel...

Page 185: ...ressing the button again will turn off the roof mounted lamp If your vehicle has this button your vehicle may have the snow plow prep package For further information see Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment on page 4 63 Cargo Lamps You can use the cargo lamps if you need more light in the cargo area of your vehicle or in the top box storage units Some vehicles will only have a cargo lamp in the...

Page 186: ...ontrol all the way up In this position the dome lamps will remain on whether a door is opened or closed E Dome Override Press this button located below the exterior lamp control to turn dome lamps off even when a door is opened To return the lamps to automatic operation press the button again and it will return to the out position In this position the dome lamps will come on when you open a door E...

Page 187: ... located on the instrument panel Your vehicle may also have an outlet on the back of the center console above the cupholder door Notice Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may damage it or keep other components from working as they should The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment Certain power accessory plugs may not be ...

Page 188: ...he slide out door To reinstall the ashtray slide it back to the original position To use the cigarette lighter if equipped push it in all the way and let go When it s ready it will pop back out by itself Notice Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating will not allow the lighter to back away from the heating element when it is hot Damage from overheating may occur to the lighter or heatin...

Page 189: ... is possible since outside air will always flow through the system as the vehicle is moving forward unless it is set to recirculation mode See Recirculation later in this section Turn the knob counterclockwise or clockwise to lower or increase the cabin temperature The display will show the temperature setting decreasing or increasing and an arrow pointing to the passenger will be displayed under ...

Page 190: ...ry If you choose the temperature setting of 60 F 15 C the system will remain at the maximum cooling setting If you choose the temperature setting of 90 F 32 C the system will remain at the maximum heat setting Choosing either maximum setting will not cause the vehicle to heat or cool any faster Be careful not to cover the sensor located on the top of the instrument panel near the windshield This s...

Page 191: ...ts Bi Level This setting will deliver warmer air to the floor and cooler air to the instrument panel outlets 6 Floor This setting will deliver air to the floor outlets Defog See Defogging and Defrosting later in this section Recirculation Press this button to limit the amount of outside air entering your vehicle The light on the recirculation button will glow This is helpful when you are trying to...

Page 192: ...air delivery mode the display will change to show you the selected air delivery mode After ten seconds the display will change to show the driver temperature setting and the selected mode If you press the up or down arrows on the fan switch the display will change to show the selected fan speed After ten seconds the display will change to show the driver temperature setting and the selected mode W...

Page 193: ...ir entering the vehicle If you select A C off while in front defrost defog or recirculation the A C snowflake symbol will turn off but the A C compressor will still run to help prevent fogging On hot days open the windows long enough to let hot inside air escape This reduces the time it takes for your vehicle to cool down Then keep your windows closed for the air conditioner to work its best On co...

Page 194: ...cally run to help dehumidify the air and dry the windshield Rear Window Defogger If your vehicle has this feature the lines you see on the rear window warm the glass The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window Rear Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off An indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that the rear window defog...

Page 195: ...ature levers Turn the right knob clockwise or counterclockwise to direct the airflow inside of your vehicle To change the current mode select one of the following H Vent This mode directs air to the instrument panel vents Bi Level This mode directs half of the air to the instrument panel vents then directs most of the remaining air to the floor vents A little air is directed toward the windshield ...

Page 196: ...ather is cold and damp To clear the fog select either the blend or defrost mode and increase fan speed Temperature Control Driver s Side The lever on the left side of the climate control panel is used to raise or lower the temperature on the driver s side of the vehicle This lever also adjusts the temperature to the center console outlets if equipped Passenger s Side The lever on the right side of...

Page 197: ...ly to dehumidify the air to prevent window fogging The recirculation mode cannot be selected while in defrost mode Rear Window Defogger If your vehicle has a rear defogger the lines you see on the rear window warm the glass The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window Rear Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off An indicator light in the butt...

Page 198: ... outside equipment to the front of your vehicle such as hood air deflectors etc may affect the performance of the heating and air conditioning system Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Climate Controls Personalization If your vehicle is equipped with the electronic climate control system you can store and recall the climate control settings for temperatur...

Page 199: ... let you know they re working If you are familiar with this section you should not be alarmed when this happens Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of your vehicle s functions Often gages and warning lights work together to let you know when there s a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the gag...

Page 200: ...Instrument Panel Cluster United States 2500 series shown 1500 series and Canada similar 3 34 ...

Page 201: ...usiness trip odometer See Trip Information under DIC Operation and Displays on page 3 54 The odometer mileage can be checked without the vehicle running Simply press the trip stem on the instrument panel cluster If your vehicle ever needs a new odometer installed the new one will be set to the correct mileage total of the old odometer Tachometer Your tachometer displays the engine speed in revolut...

Page 202: ...he driver s belt is already buckled neither the chime nor the light will come on Air Bag Readiness Light There is an air bag readiness light on the instrument panel which shows the air bag symbol The system checks the air bag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the air bag sensors the air bag modules the wiring and th...

Page 203: ...iness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the air bag system may not be working properly The air bags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate without a crash To help avoid injury to yourself or others have your vehicle serviced right away if the air bag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle The air bag readiness light should flash for ...

Page 204: ... off for several seconds as a system check Then after several more seconds the status indicator will light either ON or OFF or either the on or off symbol to let you know the status of the right front passenger s frontal air bag If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger air bag status indicator it means that the right front passenger s frontal air bag is enabled may inflate Passenger...

Page 205: ...is lit on the air bag status indicator it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal air bag See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 62 for more on this including important safety information If after several seconds all status indicator lights remain on or if there are no lights at all there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing s...

Page 206: ...blem with the charging system It could indicate that you have problems with a generator drive belt or another electrical problem Have it checked right away Driving while this light is on could drain your battery When this light comes on the DIC will also display the battery not charging message See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 65 If you must drive a short distance with the light on be certa...

Page 207: ...operating in the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an extended period This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle As engine speeds are increased this condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to create maximum power You can only drive for a short time with the reading in either warning zone ...

Page 208: ...system inspected right away This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push Or the pedal may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the lig...

Page 209: ...es and there s a problem with your regular brakes In addition to both lights you will also hear a chime sound on the first occurrence of a problem and each time the vehicle is shut off and then restarted See Brake System Warning Light on page 3 42 Low Tire Pressure Warning Light This light and a chime will come on along with the CHECK TIRE PRESSURE message in the DIC when one or more of your tires...

Page 210: ...ht will come on and stay on to indicate that the traction system is off This is normal operation To turn the system back on move the shift lever back to a position other than FIRST 1 the light should go off See Traction Assist System TAS on page 4 9 The light will come on and stay on if the TAS automatic engagement feature has been turned off To turn the system on press the TAS off on button the l...

Page 211: ...perature to fluctuate and approach the 250 F 122 C mark If the gage reaches the 260 F 125 C mark it indicates that the cooling system is working beyond its capacity See Engine Overheating on page 5 29 Transmission Temperature Gage Your vehicle is equipped with a transmission temperature gage When your ignition is on the gage shows the temperature of the transmission fluid The normal operating rang...

Page 212: ... 260 F 127 C If the transmission continues to operate above 265 F 130 C please contact your nearest dealer or the GM Roadside Assistance Center Notice If you drive your vehicle with the transmission temperature gage above normal operating range you can damage the transmission This could lead to costly repairs that would not be covered by your warranty Do not drive your vehicle while the transmissi...

Page 213: ...igned to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction Notice If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on after a while your emission controls may not work as well your fuel economy may not be as good and your engine may not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transmissio...

Page 214: ...o park your vehicle Turn the key off wait at least 10 seconds and restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light is still flashing follow the previous steps and see your dealer for service as soon as possible If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following Did you recently put ...

Page 215: ... programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Here are some things you need to know to help your vehicle pass an inspection Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the check engine light is on or not working properly Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the OBD on board diagno...

Page 216: ...caused by a dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure Check your oil as soon as possible See Engine Oil on page 5 16 CAUTION Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced Notice Lack of proper engine oil mainten...

Page 217: ...problem with the Passlock system Your vehicle will not be protected by Passlock and you should see your dealer Also see Content Theft Deterrent on page 2 27 for additional information regarding the security light Cruise Control Light The cruise light comes on whenever you set your cruise control See Cruise Control under Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 8 Tow Haul Mode Light This light is ...

Page 218: ...s off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gage goes back to empty when you turn off the ignition Low Fuel Warning Light The light next to the fuel gage will come on briefly whe...

Page 219: ... reset stem located on the instrument panel cluster See Speedometer and Odometer on page 3 35 for information on features for vehicles without DIC buttons A Trip Information This button will display the odometer personal trip odometer business trip odometer hourmeter annual log and the timer B Fuel Information This button will display the current range average fuel economy instant fuel economy and...

Page 220: ... ACTIVE TRACTION SYS LIMITED and TRACTION ACTIVE These warnings must be dealt with immediately and therefore cannot be cleared until the problem has been corrected The DIC has different modes which can be accessed by pressing the four buttons on the DIC These buttons are trip information fuel information personalization and select The button functions are detailed in the following Trip Information...

Page 221: ...ehicle s average speed for the personal trip PERSONAL XXX ANNUAL This shows the ratio of personal trip miles to annual miles as a percent Business Trip Turn Business TRIP on or off by pressing the select button When it is on you will also be able to scroll through the following by pressing the trip information button BUSINESS XXXXX X MI This shows the current distance traveled since the last reset...

Page 222: ... holding the reset stem for about 4 seconds on the instrument cluster will also display the hourmeter after the odometer is displayed when the vehicle is off Annual Log Press the trip information button to scroll to the annual log The annual log shows the mileage accumulated since it was last reset To reset the annual log press and hold the select button for one seconds Timer The DIC can be used a...

Page 223: ...ch time you drive Instant Fuel Economy Press the fuel information button until INST ECON appears in the display Instant fuel economy is how many miles per gallon your vehicle is getting at the particular moment in time The instant fuel economy cannot be reset GM Oil Life System Press the fuel information button until ENGINE OIL LIFE appears in the display The GM Oil Life System shows an estimate o...

Page 224: ...d in the text following but may have been changed from their default state since then The driver s preferences can be recalled by pressing the unlock button on the remote keyless entry transmitter labeled 1 or 2 or by pressing the appropriate memory button 1 or 2 located on the driver s door Alarm Warning Type Press the personalization button until ALARM WARNING TYPE appears in the display To sele...

Page 225: ...re information on automatic door locks see Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 2 10 Automatic Unlocking Press the personalization button until AUTOMATIC UNLOCKING appears in the display To select your personalization for automatic unlocking press the select button while AUTOMATIC UNLOCKING is displayed on the DIC Pressing the select button will scroll through the following choices UNLOCK ALL...

Page 226: ...ess the personalization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature For more information on automatic door locks see Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 2 10 This feature will not operate if the key is in the ignition Seat Position Recall Press the personalization button until SEAT POSITION RECALL appears in the display To select your personalization ...

Page 227: ...TE LOCK FEEDBACK appears in the display To select your personalization for the feedback you will receive when locking the vehicle with the remote keyless entry transmitter press the select button while REMOTE LOCK FEEDBACK is displayed on the DIC Pressing the select button will scroll through the following choices LOCK FEEDBACK BOTH default The parking lamps will flash each time you press the butt...

Page 228: ...u press the button with the unlock symbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter Choose one of the four options and press the personalization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature Headlamps on at Exit Press the personalization button until HEADLAMPS ON AT EXIT appears in the display To select your personalization for how long the headlamps will stay ...

Page 229: ...ne of the four options and press the personalization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature For more information on tilt mirror in reverse see Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror with Curb View Assist on page 2 58 Easy Exit Driver Seat Press the personalization button until EASY EXIT DRIVER SEAT appears in the display To select your personalization for se...

Page 230: ...select button while DISPLAY LANGUAGE is displayed on the DIC Pressing the select button will scroll through the following languages English French Spanish Choose one of the three options and press the personalization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it If you accidentally choose a language that you don t want or understand press and hold the personalization button and the trip inf...

Page 231: ...messages cannot be cleared from the display because they are more urgent these messages require action before they can be removed from the DIC display The following are the possible messages that can be displayed and some information about them CHANGE ENGINE OIL This message is displayed when the engine oil needs to be changed and service is required for your vehicle See Scheduled Maintenance on p...

Page 232: ...ect button will acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display ENGINE OVERHEATED If the engine cooling system reaches unsafe temperatures for operation this message will appear in the DIC and you will hear a chime Stop and turn off the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so to avoid severe damage This message will clear when the engine has cooled to a safe operating temperature REDUCED...

Page 233: ...eds service Pressing the select button will acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display SERVICE RIDE CONTROL If a problem occurs with the suspension system this message will appear on the DIC If this message appears stop and turn off the vehicle Restart the vehicle and check for the message on the DIC display If the message is still displayed or appears again when you begin driving ...

Page 234: ...transmission shifting patterns will return to normal Notice If you drive your vehicle while the transmission fluid is overheating and the transmission temperature warning is displayed on the instrument panel cluster and or DIC you can damage the transmission This could lead to costly repairs that would not be covered by your warranty Do not drive your vehicle with overheated transmission fluid or ...

Page 235: ...splay BUCKLE PASSENGER This message reminds you to buckle the passenger s seatbelt This message will come on and a chime will sound when the ignition is in RUN and the driver s seatbelt is buckled and the passenger s seatbelt is unbuckled with the passenger airbag enabled For more information on the air bag system see Passenger Sensing System on page 1 62 Pressing the select button will acknowledg...

Page 236: ...lay and you will hear a chime Stop and turn off the vehicle check the door for obstacles and close the door again Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC Pressing the select button will acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display KEYFOB X BATTERY LOW If a remote keyless entry transmitter battery is low this message will appear on the DIC The battery needs to be replaced...

Page 237: ...itrak system see Stabilitrak System on page 4 11 STABILITY SYS DISABLED The STABILITY SYS DISABLED message will turn on when you press the Stabilitrak button or when the stability control has been automatically disabled There are four conditions that can cause this message to appear One condition is overheating which could occur if Stabilitrak activates continuously for an extended period of time ...

Page 238: ...e will appear at each ignition cycle until the tire pressure monitor system has been serviced Audio System s Notice Before adding any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player CB radio mobile telephone or two way radio make sure that it can be added by checking with your dealer Also check federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units If sound equipment can be added it is very im...

Page 239: ... Radio Data System RDS information press and hold the hour and minute buttons at the same time until RDS TIME appears on the display To accept this time press and hold the hour and minute buttons at the same time for another two seconds If the time is not available from the station NO UPDAT will appear on the display RDS time is broadcast once a minute After tuning to an RDS broadcast station it m...

Page 240: ...ing and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States XM offers 100 coast to coast channels including music news sports talk and children s programming XM provides digital quality audio and text information that includes song title and artist name A service fee is required in order to receive the ...

Page 241: ... Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 if equipped The display will show the selection TUNE Turn this knob to select radio stations q SEEK r Press the right or the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there The radio will only seek stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band q SCAN r Press and hold either arrow for more than two se...

Page 242: ...The display will show the bass or treble level If a station is weak or noisy decrease the treble To adjust the bass and treble to the middle position push and hold the AUDIO knob The radio will produce one beep and adjust the display level to the middle position To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position push and hold the AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker control is displayed ...

Page 243: ... hear a beep and the display level will be adjusted to the middle position Finding a Program Type PTY Station RDS and XM To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Turn the P TYPE knob to activate program type select mode TYPE and a PTY will appear on the display 2 Turn the P TYPE knob to select a PTY 3 Once the desired PTY is displayed press the SEEK TYPE button or one of the SEEK a...

Page 244: ...BAND for two seconds AF ON will appear on the display The radio may switch to stations with a stronger frequency To turn alternate frequency off press and hold BAND again for two seconds AF OFF will appear on the display The radio will not switch to other stations This function does not apply for XM Satellite Radio Service Setting Preset PTYs RDS Only Up to 12 PTYs six FM1 and six FM2 can be progr...

Page 245: ... on the display Press this button to see the message The message may display the artist song title call in phone numbers etc If the entire message is not displayed parts of the message will appear every three seconds To scroll through the message press and release the INFO button A new group of words will appear on the display after every press of the button Once the complete message has been disp...

Page 246: ...The radio will play the traffic announcement even if the volume is low The radio will interrupt the play of a CD if the last tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements This function does not apply to XM Satellite Radio Service Radio Messages CAL ERR Calibration Error The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CAL ERR appears on the display it means that the radio...

Page 247: ...pen area the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly CH Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavail Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer ass...

Page 248: ...ve The XM receiver in the vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced check with the servicing facility Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to channel 0 this message will alternate with the XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed to activa...

Page 249: ... an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section 1 PREV Previous Press this pushbutton to go to the current track if more than eight seconds have played TRACK and the track number will appear on the display If this pushbutton is held or pressed more than once the player will continue moving backward through the CD 2 NEXT Press this pushbutton to go to the next track TRACK and...

Page 250: ...ack of the CD Press either SCAN arrow again to stop scanning DISPL Display Press this knob to see how long the current track has been playing ET and the elapsed time of the track will appear on the display To change the default on the display track or elapsed time press this knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob for two seconds The radio will produce one beep and the selected ...

Page 251: ... and try again There may have been a problem while burning the CD The label may be caught in the CD player If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Radio with Six Disc C...

Page 252: ...amming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous Untied States XM offers 100 coast to coast channels including music news sports talk and children s programming XM provides digital quality audio and text information that includes song title and artist name A service fee is required in order to receive t...

Page 253: ...tch between FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 if equipped The display will show the selection TUNE Turn this knob to select radio stations sSEEK t Press the right or the left arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there The radio will only seek stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band sSCAN t Press and hold either SCAN arrow for two seconds until SC appears on the di...

Page 254: ... Turn the knob to increase or to decrease If a station is weak or noisy decrease the treble To adjust bass or treble to the middle position select BASS or TREB and push and hold the AUDIO knob The radio will produce one beep and adjust the display level to zero To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position push and hold the AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker control is displayed C...

Page 255: ...eaker controls are displayed CENTERED will appear on the display and you will hear a beep Finding a Program Type PTY Station RDS and XM To select and find a desired PTY perform the following 1 Press the P TYPE button to activate program type select mode P TYPE and the last selected PTY will appear on the display 2 Turn the P TYPE knob to select a PTY 3 Once the desired PTY is displayed press eithe...

Page 256: ...and traffic announcements BAND Alternate Frequency Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type To turn alternate frequency on press and hold BAND for two seconds AF ON will appear on the display The radio may switch to stations with a stronger frequency To turn alternate frequency off press and hold BAND again for two seconds AF OFF will appear o...

Page 257: ... You can view the last message until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to TRAF Traffic If TRAF appears on the display the tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements To receive the traffic announcement from the tuned station press this button Brackets will be displayed around TRAF and when a traffic announcement comes on the tuned radio station you will hear it If the st...

Page 258: ...pen area the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly CH Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavail Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer ass...

Page 259: ...ve The XM receiver in the vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced check with the servicing facility Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to channel 0 this message will alternate with the XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed to activa...

Page 260: ...ding and ejecting If these problems occur try a known good CD Do not add paper labels to CDs they could get caught in the CD player If an error appears on the display see CD Messages later in this section LOAD CD Z Press the LOAD side of this button to load CDs into the CD player This CD player will hold up to six CDs To insert one CD do the following 1 Turn the ignition on 2 Press and release the...

Page 261: ...s each new track starts to play the track number will appear on the display Playing a Specific Loaded CD For every CD loaded a number will appear on the display To play a specific CD first press the CD AUX button Then press the numbered pushbutton that corresponds to the CD you want to play A small bar will appear under the CD number that is playing and the track number will appear on the display ...

Page 262: ...tton to play the passage The elapsed time of the track will appear on the display RPT Repeat With repeat you can repeat one track or an entire CD To use repeat do the following To repeat the track you are listening to press and release the RPT button RPT will appear on the display Press RPT again to turn off repeat play To repeat the CD you are listening to press and hold the RPT button for two se...

Page 263: ...s feature to listen to 10 seconds of the first track of each CD loaded Press either SCAN arrow again to stop scanning RCL Recall Press this knob to see how long the current track has been playing To change the default on the display track or elapsed time press the knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob until the display flashes The selected display will now be the default BAND ...

Page 264: ...e deleted 4 Press and hold the SONG LIST button When SONG LIST is pressed a beep will be heard immediately After two seconds of continuously pressing the SONG LIST button two beeps will be heard to confirm that the track has been deleted After a track has been deleted the remaining tracks are moved up the list When another track is added to the song list the track will be added to the end of the l...

Page 265: ...stening to a DVD If your vehicle has Rear Seat Entertainment RSE system and a DVD is playing the DVD symbol will appear on the radio display indicating that the DVD is available and can be listened to through your vehicles speakers To listen to the DVD press the CD AUX button until RSE appears on the radio display The current radio source will stop and the DVD sound will come through the speakers ...

Page 266: ...SE system is for rear seat passengers only The driver cannot safely view the video screen while driving and should not try to do so Headphones The RSE system includes two sets of wireless headphones Each set of headphones has an ON OFF control An indicator light will illuminate on the headphones when they are on If the light does not illuminate the batteries may need to be replaced See Battery Rep...

Page 267: ...se the compartment door If the headphones are to be stored for a long period of time remove the batteries and keep them in a cool dry place Stereo RCA Jacks The RCA jacks are located behind the video screen The RCA jacks allow audio and video signals to be connected from an auxiliary device such as a camcorder or a video game unit to the RSE system Standard RCA cables not included are needed to co...

Page 268: ...n to select Video Format 4 Press the right or left arrow button to select the desired video format 5 Press the enter button to accept the change Audio Output Audio from the DVD player or auxiliary inputs may be heard through the following possible sources Wireless Headphones Vehicle Speakers Vehicle wired headphone jacks on the Rear Seat Audio system if equipped The RSE system will always transmit...

Page 269: ...at audio system if the RSE system power is on Refer to Rear Seat Audio RSA on page 3 112 for more information Video Screen The video screen is located in the overhead console To use the video screen push forward on the release latch and the screen will fold down Adjust the screen s position as desired When the video screen is not in use push it up into its latched position The DVD player and displ...

Page 270: ...is DVD player When using the wired headphones not included if the front seat passengers play a CD in the Radio with Six Disc CD if equipped or use XM Satellite Radio Service if equipped you will hear the audio for these sources instead of the DVD or CD that is currently playing through the RSE If an error message appears on the video screen see DVD Messages later in this section DVD Player Buttons...

Page 271: ...ce loud audio and increase low audio produced by some DVDs n q p o Menu Navigation Arrows Use the arrow buttons to navigate through a menu r Enter Press this button to select the choices that are highlighted in any menu Playing a Disc To play a disc gently insert the disc with the label side up into the loading slot The DVD player will continue loading the disc and the player will automatically st...

Page 272: ...e player but is not removed the DVD player will reload the disc after a short period of time The disc will be stored in the DVD player The DVD player will not resume play of the disc automatically Remote Control To use the remote control aim it at the transmitter window below the video screen and press the desired button Direct sunlight or very bright light may affect the ability of the RSE system...

Page 273: ... The format and content of this function will vary for each disc r Fast Reverse Press this button to fast reverse the DVD or CD To stop fast reversing press this button again This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews SRCE Source Press this button to switch between the DVD player and an auxiliary source c Stop Press this button to stop playing rewind...

Page 274: ... the cursor around the DVD menu After making a selection press the enter button This button only operates when playing a DVD r Enter Press this button to select the choices that are highlighted in any menu q Return Press this button to exit the current active menu and return to the previous menu This button will operate only when a DVD is playing and a menu is active Camera Angle Press this button...

Page 275: ...ey are installed correctly using the diagram on the inside of the battery compartment 3 Close the battery door securely If the remote control is to be stored for a long period of time remove the batteries and keep them in a cool dry place Problem Recommended Action No power The ignition might not be in on or accessory The parental control button might have been turned on The power indicator light ...

Page 276: ...icator light will flash Problem Recommended Action After stopping the player I push Play but sometimes the DVD starts where I left off and sometimes at the beginning If the stop button was pressed one time the DVD player will resume playing where the DVD was stopped If the stop button was pressed two times the DVD player will begin to play from the beginning of the DVD The auxiliary source is runn...

Page 277: ... The RSE is working correctly Use the wireless headphones or have the front seat passengers listen to another audio source DVD Messages The following errors may be displayed on the video screen Disc Format Error This message will be displayed if a disc is inserted upside down if the disc is not readable or if the format is not compatible with the DVD player Load Eject Error This message will be di...

Page 278: ...video screen Rear Seat Audio RSA This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to any of the sources radio CDs or DVDs However the rear seat passengers can only control the sources that the front seat passengers are not listening to For example rear seat passengers may listen to and control CDs or DVDs through the headphones while the driver listens to the radio through the front speakers The...

Page 279: ...ss the down arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to a CD PROG Program Press this button to go to the next preset radio station set on the pushbuttons on the main radio This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to the radio When a cassette tape is playing p...

Page 280: ... red light indicates that THEFTLOCK is armed With THEFTLOCK activated the radio will not operate if stolen Audio Steering Wheel Controls Some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel They include the following g OnStar Voice Recognition If your vehicle has OnStar press this button to interact with the OnStar system See the OnStar manual provided with your vehicle for more information I...

Page 281: ...n arrow to fast forward or reverse Q VOL R Volume Press the up or the down arrow to increase or to decrease the volume Radio Reception AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other Static can occur on AM stations caused by things like storms and power lines Try reducing the treble to reduce t...

Page 282: ...ter edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of Your CD and DVD Player The use of CD lens cleaners for CDs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged If the mast should ever become slightly bent straighten it out by h...

Page 283: ...io is the vehicle chime producer To change the volume level press and hold pushbutton 6 with the ignition on and the radio power off The chime volume level will change from the normal level to loud and LOUD will appear on the radio display To change back to the default or normal setting press and hold pushbutton 6 again The chime level will change from the loud level to normal and NORMAL will appe...

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Page 285: ...iving at Night 4 33 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 4 35 City Driving 4 38 Freeway Driving 4 39 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 41 Highway Hypnosis 4 42 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 43 Winter Driving 4 44 If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 49 Towing 4 52 Towing Your Vehicle 4 52 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 52 Loading Your Vehicle 4 55 Level Control 4 62 Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipm...

Page 286: ... and rural driving You never know when the vehicle in front of you is going to brake or turn suddenly Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task such as concentrating on a cellular telephone call reading or reaching for something on the floor makes proper defensive driving more difficult and can even cause a collision with...

Page 287: ...U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do How much is too much if someone plans to drive It is a lot less than many might think Although it depends on each person and situation here is some general i...

Page 288: ...will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks The law in an increasing number of U S states and throughout Canada sets th...

Page 289: ...t answer What if there is an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There is something else about drinking and driving that many people do not know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the b...

Page 290: ...hen you have to bring up your foot and do it That is reaction time Average reaction time is about 3 4 of a second But that is only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustration But even in 3 4 of a second a vehicle moving at 60 mph 10...

Page 291: ...brake Once the power assist is used up it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Anti lock Brake System Your vehicle has anti lock brakes ABS is an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid When you start your engine and begin to drive away your anti lock brake system will check itself You may hear a momentary motor or clicking noise while...

Page 292: ...bout to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels The anti lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed...

Page 293: ... system operates only if it senses that one or both of the rear wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system reduces engine power to limit wheel spin The TRACTION ACTIVE message will come on in the DIC when the TAS is limiting wheel spin See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 65 You may hear or feel the system working or notice a lack of accelerator response but ...

Page 294: ...elated problem has been detected and the vehicle needs service See Traction Off Light on page 3 44 The Traction Assist System as delivered from the factory will automatically come on whenever you start your vehicle To limit wheel spin especially in slippery road conditions you should always leave the system on But you can turn the TAS off if you ever need to You should turn the TAS off if your veh...

Page 295: ...itrak System Your vehicle may be equipped with Stabilitrak which combines antilock brake traction and stability control systems and helps the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle in most driving conditions When you first start your vehicle and begin to drive away the system performs several diagnostic checks to insure there are no problems You may hear or feel the system working This...

Page 296: ...u want to go The system is designed to help you in bad weather or other difficult driving situations by making the most of whatever road conditions will permit For more information on the stability messages see Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 53 Stabilitrak and part of the traction control system can be turned off or back on by pressing the Stabilitrak button on the instrument panel When t...

Page 297: ... brake traction control as necessary The traction control system is enabled automatically when you start your vehicle and it will activate and display the TRACTION ACTIVE message in the Driver Information Center DIC if it senses that any of the wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction while driving If you turn off Stabilitrak only the brake traction control portion of traction control wil...

Page 298: ...epairs would not be covered by your warranty Reduce engine power and do not spin the wheel s excessively while these lights and this message are displayed The traction control system may activate on dry or rough roads or under conditions such as heavy acceleration while turning or abrupt upshifts downshifts of the transmission When this happens you may notice a reduction in acceleration or may hea...

Page 299: ...rve is banked and your speed While you are in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places You can lose control See Traction Assist System TAS on page 4 9 ...

Page 300: ...hese First apply your brakes See Braking on page 4 6 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a full 180 degrees ve...

Page 301: ...nother vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle occupies the same lane as oncoming traffic for several seconds A miscalculation an error in judgment or a brief surrender to frustration or anger can suddenly put the passing driver face to face with the worst of all traffic accidents the head on collision So here are some tips for passing Drive ahead Lo...

Page 302: ...es are lined up to pass a slow vehicle wait your turn But take care that someone is not trying to pass you as you pull out to pass the slow vehicle Remember to glance over your shoulder and check the blind spot Check your mirrors glance over your shoulder and start your left lane change signal before moving out of the right lane to pass When you are far enough ahead of the passed vehicle to see it...

Page 303: ...ly the acceleration skid If you do not have this system or if the system is off then an acceleration skid is also best handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second ski...

Page 304: ... safer and more enjoyable Before You Go Off Roading There are some things to do before you go out For example be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done Check to make sure all underbody shields if so equipped are properly attached Be sure you read all the information about your four wheel drive vehicle in this manual Is there enough fuel Is the spare tire fully inflated Are th...

Page 305: ...age 2 66 and Tires on page 5 68 Environmental Concerns Off road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation However it also raises environmental concerns We recognize these concerns and urge every off roader to follow these basic rules for protecting the environment Always use established trails roads and areas that have been specially set aside for public off road recreational driving...

Page 306: ...mean Tune your senses to different kinds of signals Your eyes for example need to constantly sweep the terrain for unexpected obstacles Your ears need to listen for unusual tire or engine sounds With your arms hands feet and body you will need to respond to vibrations and vehicle bounce Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off road driving One of the best ways to control your vehicle ...

Page 307: ...ter Will you have to stop suddenly or change direction quickly When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain keep a firm grip on the steering wheel Ruts troughs or other surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hands if you are not prepared When you drive over bumps rocks or other obstacles your wheels can leave the ground If this happens even with one or two wheels you can not control the...

Page 308: ...here may be a smooth constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top On a large hill the incline may get steeper as you near the top but you may not see this because the crest of the hill is hidden by bushes grass or shrubs Here are some other things to consider as you approach a hill Is there a constant incline or does the hill get sharply st...

Page 309: ...ways try to go straight up Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffic know you are there Use your headlamps even during the day They make you more visible to oncoming traffic CAUTION Driving to the top crest of a h...

Page 310: ...ack down It is best that you back down the hill with your wheels straight rather than in the left or right direction Turning the wheel too far to the left or right will increase the possibility of a rollover Here are some things you must not do if you stall or are about to stall when going up a hill Never attempt to prevent a stall by shifting into NEUTRAL N to rev up the engine and regain forward...

Page 311: ...is because the NEUTRAL position on the transfer case overrides the transmission You or someone else could be injured If you are going to leave your vehicle set the parking brake and shift the transmission to PARK P But do not shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL Leave the transfer case in the 2 Wheel High 4 High or 4 Low position Driving Downhill When off roading takes you downhill you will want to ...

Page 312: ... them you could lose control and have a serious accident When driving downhill avoid turns that take you across the incline of the hill A hill that is not too steep to drive down may be too steep to drive across You could roll over if you do not drive straight down Never go downhill with the transmission in NEUTRAL N This is called free wheeling Your brakes will have to do all the work and could o...

Page 313: ...ways it can hit something that will trip it a rock a rut etc and roll over Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse If you drive across a rock with the uphill wheels or if the downhill wheels drop into a rut or depression your vehicle can tilt even more For reasons like these you need to decide carefully whether to try to drive across an incline Just because the trail goes...

Page 314: ...nd the vehicle starts to roll over you will be right in its path If you have to walk down the slope stay out of the path the vehicle will take if it does roll over CAUTION Getting out on the downhill low side of a vehicle stopped across an incline is dangerous If the vehicle rolls over you could be crushed or killed Always get out on the uphill high side of the vehicle and stay well clear of the r...

Page 315: ... sand dunes your tires will tend to sink into the sand This has an effect on steering accelerating and braking Drive at a reduced speed and avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction On these surfaces it is very easy to lose control On wet ice for example the traction is so poor that you will have difficulty accelerating And if you do get moving po...

Page 316: ...tall Stalling can also occur if you get your tailpipe under water And as long as your tailpipe is under water you will never be able to start your engine When you go through water remember that when your brakes get wet it may take you longer to stop CAUTION Driving through rushing water can be dangerous Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream and you and your passengers could drown If it is o...

Page 317: ...braking Check the body structure steering suspension wheels tires and exhaust system for damage Also check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage Your vehicle will require 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 driving One reason is that some drivers are likely to be...

Page 318: ...ut down on glare from headlamps but they also make a lot of things invisible You can be temporarily blinded by approaching headlamps It can take a second or two or even several seconds for your eyes to re adjust to the dark When you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who does not lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the ...

Page 319: ... wet suddenly when your reflexes are tuned for driving on dry pavement The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It is wise to keep your wiping equipment in good shape and keep your windshield washer tank fill...

Page 320: ...oid puddles But if you can not try to slow down before you hit them CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They will not work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally 4 36 ...

Page 321: ...rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water Notice If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water water can come in through your engine s air intake and badly damage your engine Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle If you can not avoid deep puddles or standing water dr...

Page 322: ...ially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead and be prepared to have your view restricted by road spray Have good tires with proper tread depth See Tires on page 5 68 City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them You will want to watch out for what the other drivers are doing and pay attention to traffic signals 4 38...

Page 323: ...ime and energy See Freeway Driving on page 4 39 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move check both ways for vehicles that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light Freeway Driving Mile for mile freeways also called thruways parkways expressways tu...

Page 324: ...n the freeway adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it is slower Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass Before changing lanes check your mirrors Then use your turn signal Just before you leave the lane glance quickly over your shoulder to make sure there is not another vehicle in your blind spot Once you are moving on the freeway make certain you allow a reason...

Page 325: ...ps all across North America They will be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside Wiper Blades Are they in good shape Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Have you checked all levels Lamps Are they all working Are the lenses clean Tires They are vitally important to a saf...

Page 326: ...Do not let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments f...

Page 327: ...your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transmission These parts can work hard on mountain roads Know how to go down hills The most important thing to know is this let your engine do some of the slowing down Shift to a lower gear when you go down a steep or long hill CAUTION If you do not shift down your brakes could get so hot that they would...

Page 328: ...r The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission and you can climb the hill better Stayin your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident You may see hig...

Page 329: ...le of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where your tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice between your...

Page 330: ...tion Assist System TAS on page 4 9 If you do not have a traction system accelerate gently Try not to break the fragile traction If you accelerate too fast the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more Your anti lock brakes improve your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have an anti lock braking system you will want to beg...

Page 331: ...e some things to do to summon help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you have been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you have no blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck un...

Page 332: ...And check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and ...

Page 333: ... fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you are stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured And the transmission or other parts of the vehicle can overheat That could cause an engine compartment fire or other damage When you are stuck spin the wheels as little as possible Do not spin the whe...

Page 334: ...nd a forward gear spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear By slowly spinning your wheels in the forward and reverse directions you will cause a rocking motion that may free your vehicle If that does not get you out after a few tries you may need to be towed out Or you can use...

Page 335: ...straight out Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back Notice Never use recovery hooks to tow the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty 4 51 ...

Page 336: ... with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly With the proper preparation and equipment many vehicles can be towed in these ways See Dinghy Towing and Dolly Towing following Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing What s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer s recommendati...

Page 337: ...l Drive Vehicles Two wheel drive vehicles should not be towed with all four wheels on the ground Two wheel drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed Four Wheel Drive Vehicles Only 4 53 ...

Page 338: ...for your vehicle 6 Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the towing vehicle 7 Turn the ignition off and leave the steering column unlocked Dolly Towing Two Wheel Drive Vehicles Two wheel drive vehicles should not be towed with the rear wheels on the ground Two wheel drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed Two wh...

Page 339: ...icle 8 Turn the ignition off and lock the steering column Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry This weight is called 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 may properly carry the Tire and Loading Information label and the Ce...

Page 340: ...ehicle capacity weight The Tire and Loading Information label also tells you the size and recommended inflation pressure for the original equipment tires on your vehicle For more information on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5 68 and Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 76 If your vehicle does not have the Tire and Loading Information label the Certification Tire label shows the tire size and ...

Page 341: ...0 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your t...

Page 342: ...ant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 700 lbs 317 kg Loading Your Vehicle Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 5 750 lbs 340 kg C Available Cargo Weight 250 lbs 113 kg Example 1 Example 2 4 58 ...

Page 343: ...00 lbs 91 kg 5 1 000 lbs 453 kg C Available Cargo Weight 0 lbs 0 kg Refer to your vehicle s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Example 3 4 59 ...

Page 344: ...n your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh station and weigh your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the centerline Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle The Certification Tire label also contains information about your Front Axle Reserve Capacity See Four Wheel Drive on page ...

Page 345: ...ehicle like suitcases tools packages or anything else they go as fast as the vehicle goes If you have to stop or turn quickly or if there is a crash they ll keep going CAUTION Things you put inside your vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn or in a crash Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle Try to spread the weight evenly Never stack heavier things like suitcases in...

Page 346: ... rear suspension may come as part of the premium smooth ride suspension package This type of level control will provide a leveled riding position as well as improved handling under a variety of passenger and loading conditions A hydraulic pump inside each rear shock absorber raises the rear of the vehicle to the proper height based on inputs from the road surface while the vehicle is being driven ...

Page 347: ...lt with a special package called RPO VYU snow plow prep package If your vehicle has this option you can add a plow to it provided certain weights such as the weights on the vehicle s axles and the GVW are not exceeded Q How heavy can a snow plow safely be A The plow your vehicle can carry depends on many things such as The options your vehicle came with and the weight of those options The weight a...

Page 348: ...the front axle rating The snow plow manufacturer or installer can assist you in determining the amount of rear ballast required to help make sure your snowplow vehicle combination does not exceed the GVW rating the front and rear axle ratings and the front and rear weight distribution ratio The total vehicle must not exceed the GVW rating Q What is front axle reserve capacity and how do I calculat...

Page 349: ...he front axle W B Vehicle Wheelbase For example adding a 700 lb 318 kg snow plow actually adds more than 700 lb 318 kg to the front axle Using the formula if the snow plow is 4 ft 122 cm in front of the front axle and the wheel base is 10 ft 305 cm then W 700 lb 318 kg A 4 ft 122 cm W B 10 ft 305 cm W x A W B W B 700 x 4 10 10 980 lb 445 kg So if your truck s front axle reserve capacity is more th...

Page 350: ...y be possible to load the front axle to the front GAWR but not have enough weight on the rear axle to have proper braking performance If your brakes can not work properly you could have a crash To help your brakes work properly when a snow plow is installed always follow the snow plow manufacturer or installer s recommendation for rear ballast to ensure a proper front and rear weight distribution ...

Page 351: ...ng Information Your vehicle was neither designed nor intended to carry a slide in type camper Notice Adding a slide in camper or similar equipment to your vehicle can damage it and the repairs would not be covered by your warranty Do not install a slide in camper or similar equipment on your vehicle Trailer Recommendations You must subtract your hitch loads from the Cargo Weight Rating CWR CWR is ...

Page 352: ...see your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle To identify the vehicle trailering capacity of your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section If yours was built with trailering options as many are it s ready for heavier trailers But trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailerin...

Page 353: ...le is driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged Then during the first 500 miles 800 km that you tow a trailer don t drive over 50 mph 80 km h and don t make starts at full throttle This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads You can tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the transmission to THIRD 3 or if necessary a lower gear selection if the tr...

Page 354: ...when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load Provide the same solid shift feel when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load as when the vehicle is unloaded Improve control of vehicle speed while requiring less throttle pedal activity when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load Tow haul is designed to be most effective when the vehicle and trailer combined weight is at l...

Page 355: ... you plan to use your rig For example speed altitude road grades outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important And it can also depend on any special equipment that you have on your vehicle Use one of the following charts to determine how much your vehicle can weigh based upon your vehicle model and options Maximum trailer weight is calculated assuming th...

Page 356: ... any passengers cargo equipment and conversions The GCWR for your vehicle should not be exceeded Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K 2500 2WD 8100 V8 3 73 10 400 lbs 4 717 kg 17 000 lbs 7 711 kg 4 10 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 19 000 lbs 8 618 kg K 2500 4WD 8100 V8 3 73 10 100 lbs 4 581 kg 17 000 lbs 7 711 kg 4 10 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 19 000 lbs 8 618 kg The Gross Combination Weight Rating GC...

Page 357: ...ment passengers or cargo in your vehicle it will reduce the tongue weight your vehicle can carry which will also reduce the trailer weight your vehicle can tow And if you will tow a trailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 55 for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity The trailer to...

Page 358: ...ers on the Certification label at the rear edge of the driver s door or see Tires on page 5 68 Then be sure you don t go over the GVW and rear axle limits for your vehicle including the weight of the trailer tongue If you use a weight distributing hitch make sure you don t go over the rear axle limit before you apply the weight distributing spring bars Hitches It s important to have the correct hi...

Page 359: ...fety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 2 000 lbs 900 kg loaded then it needs its own brakes and they must be adequate Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintain them properly Your trailer brake system can tap into the vehicle s hydraulic brake system only if The trailer parts can wit...

Page 360: ...wing Distance Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when you re towing a trailer And because you re a good deal longer you ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return t...

Page 361: ...at they would get hot and no longer work well You can tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the transmission to THIRD 3 or if necessary a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts too often e g under heavy loads and or hilly conditions You may also want to activate the tow haul mode if the transmission shifts too often See Tow Haul Mode earlier in this section When towing at high altitude on ...

Page 362: ... PARK P 5 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear and not in NEUTRAL N 6 Release the regular brakes CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be ...

Page 363: ...peration are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engine oil axle lubricant belts cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailering it s a good idea to review these sections before you start your trip Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight Trailer Wiring Harness Heavy Duty Tra...

Page 364: ... this trailering package See Instrument Panel Jumper Wiring Harness later in this section If you need to tow a light duty trailer with a standard four way round pin connector an adapter may be included See Four Wire Harness Adapter later in this section Instrument Panel Jumper Wiring Harness This harness may be included with your vehicle as part of the heavy duty trailer wiring package This harnes...

Page 365: ... Use this adapter to connect a standard four way round pin connector to the seven wire harness on your vehicle Connect the adapter with the tab pointing up Then flip cap on the vehicle s seven wire harness will lock onto the tab and help hold the adapter in place Plug the four way round pin connector onto the adapter 4 81 ...

Page 366: ... the upper stud A of the relay do not make connections to the lower stud B of the relay The auxiliary battery circuit is protected by a megafuse located behind the auxiliary battery Be sure to follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical equipment that you install Notice Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain the battery Always turn off...

Page 367: ...uid 5 23 Engine Coolant 5 26 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 29 Engine Overheating 5 29 Cooling System 5 33 Engine Fan Noise 5 40 Power Steering Fluid 5 41 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 42 Brakes 5 43 Battery 5 47 Jump Starting 5 48 Rear Axle 5 55 Four Wheel Drive 5 56 Front Axle 5 57 Bulb Replacement 5 58 Halogen Bulbs 5 58 Headlamps 5 58 Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Parking Lamps 5 62 Front Tu...

Page 368: ... Inside of Your Vehicle 5 111 Care of Safety Belts 5 114 Weatherstrips 5 114 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 114 Sheet Metal Damage 5 117 Finish Damage 5 117 Underbody Maintenance 5 117 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 117 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 118 Vehicle Identification 5 119 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 119 Service Parts Identification Label 5 119 Electrical System 5 119 Win...

Page 369: ...want to keep your GM vehicle all GM Genuine GM parts have one of these marks California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles including this one contain and or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Engine exhaust many parts and systems including some inside the vehicle many fluids and some component wear by products contai...

Page 370: ...ge 1 66 You should keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work you perform See Maintenance Record on page 6 17 CAUTION You can be injured and your vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before you attemp...

Page 371: ...ble Otherwise you might damage your engine A little pinging noise when you accelerate or drive uphill is considered normal This does not indicate a problem exists or that a higher octane fuel is necessary If you are using 87 octane or higher octane fuel and hear heavy knocking your engine needs service Gasoline Specifications It is recommended that gasoline meet specifications which were developed...

Page 372: ...nmental Protection Agency regulations General Motors recommends that you buy gasolines that are advertised to help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean If your vehicle experiences problems due to dirty injectors or valves try a different brand of gasoline Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area to contribute to clea...

Page 373: ...ly and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries To help avoid injuries to you and others read and follow all the instructions on the pump island Turn off your engine when you are refueling Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some pla...

Page 374: ... filler door hook The cap will hang on the hook during refueling CAUTION If a fire starts while you are refueling do not remove the nozzle Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant Leave the area immediately 5 8 ...

Page 375: ... sure to get the right type Your dealer can get one for you If you get the wrong type it may not fit properly This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and may damage your fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 47 Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge fro...

Page 376: ...ke fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine Hood Release To open the hood do the following 1 Pull the handle located inside the vehicle to the lower left of the steering wheel 5 10 ...

Page 377: ...nt emblem for vehicles with gray body side cladding or above the emblem for vehicles with no body side cladding 3 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all filler caps are on properly Pull down the hood and close it firmly Vehicles with Body Side Cladding Vehicles without Body Side Cladding 5 11 ...

Page 378: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the VORTEC 5300 V8 engine you will see the following 5 12 ...

Page 379: ...pstick See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5 23 G Fan See Cooling System on page 5 33 and Engine Fan Noise on page 5 40 H Remote Negative Terminal GND See Jump Starting on page 5 48 I Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Out of View See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 41 J Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 5 48 K Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brakes on page 5 43 L Underhood Fuse Block S...

Page 380: ...When you open the hood on the VORTEC 8100 V8 engine you will see the following 5 14 ...

Page 381: ...on page 5 23 F Engine Oil Fill See Engine Oil on page 5 16 G Fan See Cooling System on page 5 33 and Engine Fan Noise on page 5 40 H Remote Negative Terminal GND See Jump Starting on page 5 48 I Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 5 48 J Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 41 K Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brakes on page 5 43 L Underhood Fuse Block See Und...

Page 382: ...e Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil dipstick Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you don t the oil dipstick might not show the actual level Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth then push it back in all the way Remove it again keeping the tip down and check the level When to Add En...

Page 383: ... Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you are through What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for two things GM6094M Your vehicle s engine requires oil meeting GM Standard GM6094M You should look for and use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094...

Page 384: ...ckness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the oil container and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and have the starburst symbo...

Page 385: ... engine revolutions and engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE ENGINE OIL mess...

Page 386: ...es back on when you start your vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure If it still does not reset see your dealer for service What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long Clean your skin and nails with soap and water or a good hand ...

Page 387: ...e it at the first oil change after 25 000 miles 40 000 km See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 for more information How to Inspect Vehicles with an Air Filter Restriction Indicator Locate the air filter restriction indicator on the engine air cleaner filter cover When the indicator turns black or is in the red orange change zone replace the filter and reset the indicator See the steps following t...

Page 388: ... front corner of the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle 2 Loosen the screws on the cover of the housing and lift up the cover 3 Remove the engine air cleaner filter from the housing Care should be taken to dislodge as little dirt as possible 4 Clean the engine air cleaner filter sealing surfaces and the housing 5 22 ...

Page 389: ... engine with the air cleaner filter off Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change A good time to check your automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change both the fluid and filter every 50 000 miles 83 000 km if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C...

Page 390: ...he vehicle warmed up by driving about 15 miles 24 km when outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C If it s colder than 50 F 10 C drive the vehicle in THIRD 3 until the engine temperature gage moves and then remains steady for 10 minutes A cold fluid check can be made after the vehicle has been sitting for eight hours or more with the engine off but this is used only as a reference Let the engine r...

Page 391: ...a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the COLD area below the cross hatched area for a cold check or in the HOT area or cross hatched area for a hot check Be sure to keep the dipstick pointed down to get an accurate reading 4 If the fluid leve...

Page 392: ...own to lock the dipstick in place Engine Coolant The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant This coolant is designed to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150 000 miles 240 000 km whichever occurs first if you add only DEX COOL extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine o...

Page 393: ...e could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engin...

Page 394: ...t can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark If your vehicle is equipped with the LOW COOLANT LEVEL message and it comes on and stays on it means you re low on engine cool...

Page 395: ...rge tank pressure cap must be fully installed on the coolant surge tank See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location Notice If the pressure cap is not tightly installed coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle s instrument panel See E...

Page 396: ...rating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency Driving extended miles km and or towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided Notice After driving in the overheated engine protection operating mode to avoid engine damage allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair The engine oil will be severely degraded Repair the cause of coolant loss ...

Page 397: ...fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode under Engine Overheating on page 5 29 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged The costly repairs ...

Page 398: ...ary 2 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning doesn t come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there s still no sign of steam push down the acc...

Page 399: ... to lift the hood here s what you ll see A Coolant Surge Tank B Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap C Engine Fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling don t do anything else until it cools down 5300 V8 Engine 8100 V8 Engine 5 33 ...

Page 400: ...adiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system CAUTION Heater and radiator hoses and other engine parts can be very hot Do not touch them If you do you can be burned Do not run the engine if there is a leak If you run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle 5 34 ...

Page 401: ...k start the engine again See if the engine cooling fan speed increases when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down If it doesn t your vehicle needs service Turn off the engine How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank If you haven t found a problem yet check to see if coolant is visible in the surge tank If coolant is visible but the coolant level isn t at the FULL COLD mar...

Page 402: ...low out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the radiator pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and radiator pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap 5 36 ...

Page 403: ... you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant...

Page 404: ...em including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left about one full turn If you hear a hiss wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it 5 38 ...

Page 405: ...ff start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FULL COLD mark 5 39 ...

Page 406: ...economy and reduces fan noise Under heavy vehicle loading trailer towing and or high outside temperatures the fan speed increases as the clutch more fully engages So you may hear an increase in fan noise This is normal and should not be mistaken as the transmission slipping or making extra shifts It is merely the cooling system functioning properly The fan will slow down when additional cooling is...

Page 407: ... power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for reservoir location 5 3 5300 Engine 8100 V8 Engine 5 41 ...

Page 408: ...hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for reservoir location Adding Washer Fluid Your veh...

Page 409: ...s completely full Do not use engine coolant antifreeze in your windshield washer It can damage your washer system and paint Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the reservoir There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down The first is that the br...

Page 410: ...u or others could be burned and your vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system See Checking Brake Fluid in this section Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to check your brake fluid See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 Checking Brake Fluid You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap Just look at the brake fluid reser...

Page 411: ...k well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If you spill brake flu...

Page 412: ...brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM ...

Page 413: ... with a maintenance free ACDelco battery When it is time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for battery location Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer an...

Page 414: ...ould damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice If the other vehicle s system is not a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use vehicles with 12 volt systems with negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles...

Page 415: ... that aren t needed This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save your radio 4 Open the hoods and locate the positive and negative terminal locations of the other vehicle Your vehicle has a remote positive jump starting terminal and a remote negative jump starting terminal You should always use these remote terminals instead of the terminals on the battery The remote positi...

Page 416: ...sory drive bracket and is marked GND for all Vortec 5300 and is located on the thermostat housing and marked GND for all Vortec 8100 engines See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location Vortec 8100 Engine Vortec 5300 Engine 5 50 ...

Page 417: ...get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately 5 Check that the jumper cables don t have loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive or to a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Negative ...

Page 418: ...ositive terminal of the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 7 Don t let the other end touch metal Connect it to the positive terminal of the good battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 5 52 ...

Page 419: ...ble at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there and the chance of sparks getting back to the battery is much less 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for awhile 11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service N...

Page 420: ...hicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle 5 Return the positive remote terminal cover to its original position Jumper Cable Re...

Page 421: ...ld be on a level surface The proper level for the 1500 Series is from 5 8 inch to 1 5 8 inch 15 mm to 40 mm below the bottom of the filler plug hole The proper level for the 2500 Series is from 0 to 1 2 inch 0 to 13 mm below the bottom of the filler plug hole Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See...

Page 422: ...e how often to change the lubricant See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 How to Check Lubricant 1 Remove the filler plug 2 Add new fluid until the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 13 3 Rein...

Page 423: ... plug hole you may need to add some lubricant When the differential is cold add enough lubricant to raise the level from 1 2 inch 12 mm to about 5 8 inch 18 mm below the filler plug hole for the 1500 series and from 1 4 inch 6 mm to about 3 8 inch 10 mm below the filler plug hole for 2500 series When the differential is at operating temperature warm add enough lubricant to raise the level to the b...

Page 424: ...s inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package Headlamps Vehicles with Body Side Cladding 1 Remove the turn signal parking lamp housing by pressing the release clip on the outboard side of the housing and pulling the outboard end of the housing toward you 2 Pull the inboard side of the housing ou...

Page 425: ...mbly out of the vehicle A Low Beam Headlamp B High Beam Headlamp 5 Turn the bulb connector counterclockwise and pull it out of the housing 6 Unplug the electrical connector from the old bulb 7 Plug in the electrical connector to the new bulb Use care not to touch the new bulb with your bare hands or anything damp or oily 5 59 ...

Page 426: ...and reinstall the two pins 10 Place the inboard end of the turn signal parking lamp housing into the pocket 11 Push the outboard side of the housing in until the release clip snaps into place Vehicles without Body Side Cladding 1 Remove the pin on the headlamp assembly by turning the pin up and pulling it straight out 2 Pull the headlamp assembly out 5 60 ...

Page 427: ...d remove it from the headlamp assembly 5 Put the new bulb into the assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight Use care not to touch the bulb with your fingers or hands 6 Plug in the electrical connector 7 Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle Install the pin and turn it into the locking feature 5 61 ...

Page 428: ...ss the locking release lever the sidemarker lamp does not have a locking release lever turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the turn signal parking lamp housing 4 Remove the old bulb from the bulb socket 5 Put the new bulb into the bulb socket 6 Put the bulb socket into the turn signal housing and turn it clockwise until it locks the sidemarker lamp does not lock into place 7 P...

Page 429: ...thout Body Side Cladding A Daytime Running Lamp DRL B Front Turn Signal Parking Lamp C Sidemarker Lamp 1 Remove the headlamp assembly as mentioned previously 2 Press the retainer clip arrow located behind the turn signal housing towards the outside of the vehicle 5 63 ...

Page 430: ...ew bulb into the bulb socket Use care not to touch the bulb with your fingers or hands 7 Put the bulb socket into the turn signal housing and turn it clockwise until it locks the sidemarker lamps does not lock into place 8 Put the turn signal housing back onto the vehicle placing the hook and posts on the inner side into the alignment holes first and then the outer side into the retainer bracket P...

Page 431: ... near the DRLs 2 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the DRL housing 3 Pull out the old bulb from the socket and put a new bulb in 4 Place the bulb socket back into the DRL housing and turn it clockwise until it is tight Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL If your vehicle has this component and it needs replacement it is recommended that it be replaced as a unit by your dealer ...

Page 432: ...ockwise into the taillamp housing until it clicks 6 Reinstall the rear lamp assembly and tighten the screws 7 Close the tailgate Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Low Beam Headlamps 9006 High Beam Headlamps 9011or 9005 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 4114K Side Marker Lamp 194 Front Parking and Turn Lamp 3157A or 3457NA Rear Marker Lamp Taillamp and Stop Lamp 3157 Rear Turn Lamp 3157 Back up L...

Page 433: ...t types and are removed in different ways For proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6 15 To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly do the following 1 Lift the wiper arm and turn the blade until it is facing away from the windshield 2 Push the release lever and slide the wiper assembly toward the driver s side of the vehicle 3 Install a new blade by reversing ...

Page 434: ...Vehicle in the Index CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a poth...

Page 435: ...ire Performance Criteria Specification TPC Spec Original equipment tires designed to GM s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines C Department of Transportation DOT The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transp...

Page 436: ...d number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread F Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQG Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors treadwear traction and temperature resistance For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 5 85 G Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support tha...

Page 437: ...sure on page 5 76 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 55 D Department of Transportation DOT The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards E Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and pla...

Page 438: ...e height to width measurements For example if the tire size aspect ratio is 75 as shown in item C of the illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 75 as high as it is wide D Construction Code A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means b...

Page 439: ...5 as shown in item C of the illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 75 as high as it is wide D Construction Code A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and the letter B means belted bias ply construction E Rim Diameter Diameter of the wheel in inches F ...

Page 440: ...Pa before a tire has built up heat from driving See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 76 Curb Weight This means the weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel oil and coolant but without passengers and cargo DOT Markings A code molded into the sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transport...

Page 441: ...ame molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire Passenger P Metric Tire A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles Recommended Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended tire inflation pressure and shown on the tire placard See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 76 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 55 ...

Page 442: ... a vehicle showing the original equipment tire size and recommended inflation pressure See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 55 Inflation Tire Pressure The tire and loading information label shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they re cold Cold means your vehicle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 55 ...

Page 443: ...each the recommended amount If you overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve Recheck the tire pressure with the tire gage Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Pressure Monitor System The Tire Pressure Monitor TPM system uses radio and sensor technology to check tire press...

Page 444: ...nded inflation pressure as specified in the vehicle placard and owner s manual The Certification Tire label or the Tire and Loading Information label tire information placard shows the size of your vehicle s original tires and the correct inflation pressure for your vehicle s tires when they are cold See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 76 For the location of the tire and loading information labe...

Page 445: ... off 3 Turn the exterior lamp switch from Off to On four times within 3 seconds A double horn chirp will sound and the TPM low tire warning light will begin to flash The double horn chirp and flashing TPM warning light indicate that the TPM matching process has started The TPM warning light should continue flashing throughout the matching procedure The SERVICE TIRE MONITOR message will be displaye...

Page 446: ...all the road tire containing the TPM sensor The SVC TIRE MONITOR message is displayed when the TPM system is malfunctioning One or more missing or inoperable TPM sensors will cause the service tire monitor message to be displayed See your dealer for service Federal Communications Commission and Industry and Science Canada The TPM system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communicatio...

Page 447: ...ch to tighten the cable See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 90 The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 When rotating your tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown o...

Page 448: ...ident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire in the Index When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it s time for new tires is to check the tread...

Page 449: ... the Tire and Loading Information label See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 55 for more information about these labels and where they can be found on your vehicle The tires installed on your vehicle when it was new had a Tire Performance Criteria Specifications TPC Spec number on each tire s sidewall When you get new tires GM recommends that you get tires with that same TPC Spec number That way you...

Page 450: ...ON Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may not handle properly and you could have a crash Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels Your vehicle may be equipped with a different size spare than the road tir...

Page 451: ...Grading system does not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches 25 to 30 cm or to some limited production tires While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades they must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional General M...

Page 452: ...y Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignmen...

Page 453: ...ires lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chass...

Page 454: ... help avoid damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it s contacting your vehicle and don t spin your wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the rear tires Notice If your vehicle is a 2500 Series use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use chains that are the proper size for your tires Install them on the tires of the rear a...

Page 455: ... may require the same correction you d use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without t...

Page 456: ...el place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL 4 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 5 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle 6 Put the wheel blocks at the front and rear of...

Page 457: ...ls The jack and the wheel blocks are located under a cover near the passenger side rear seat To remove the jack and wheel blocks do the following 1 Remove the jack cover by turning the two wing nuts one quarter turn counterclockwise and pulling the jack cover off Rear Seat Passenger Side Jack Cover 5 91 ...

Page 458: ...e knob B on the jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head F from the mounting bracket 3 Remove the wheel blocks A attached to the jack E by turning the wing nut C counterclockwise Place the wheel blocks where needed as indicated in the previous Caution The tools for changing a flat tire are located in the passenger s side Top Box storage unit 5 92 ...

Page 459: ... See Top Box Storage on page 2 82 for more information on the Top Box Storage unit 2 Remove the black pouch from the storage box You now have all of the tools you will need to lower the spare tire and change a flat You ll use the jack handle extensions and the wheel wrench to remove the underbody mounted spare tire Top Box Storage Unit Passenger Side 5 93 ...

Page 460: ...cess Hole H Wheel Wrench I Jack Handle Extensions J Hoist Lock If Equipped Follow these instructions to lower the spare tire 1 Your vehicle may be equipped with a hoist lock J Open the spare tire lock cover on the bumper and use the ignition key to remove the lock 2 Assemble the wheel wrench H and the two jack handle extensions I as shown 5 94 ...

Page 461: ...n the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle If the spare tire does not lower to the ground the secondary latch is engaged causing the tire not to lower See Secondary Latch System later in this section 5 The wheel wrench has a hook that allows you to pull the hoist cable towards you to assist in reaching the spare tire 6 When the tire has been lowered tilt the r...

Page 462: ...e jack handle extensions D and the wheel wrench E 1 If your vehicle has wheel nut caps loosen them by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise If the vehicle has a center cap with wheel nut caps the wheel nut caps are designed to stay with the center cap after they are loosened Remove the entire center cap If the wheel has a smooth center cap place the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot o...

Page 463: ... under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the prope...

Page 464: ... the spare tire to clear the ground Rear Tire Flat If the flat tire is on a rear tire of the vehicle you ll need to use the jack handle C and both jack handle extensions D Attach the wheel wrench to the jack handle extensions Attach the jack handle to the jack On all 1500 Series vehicles use the jacking pad provided on the rear axle On 2500 series vehicles use the axle between the spring and shock...

Page 465: ...l nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if you need to to get all the rust or dirt off 5 99 ...

Page 466: ... on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 6 After mounting the spare put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel Tighten each wheel nut by hand Then use the wheel wrench until the wheel is held against the hub 5 100 ...

Page 467: ...7 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the vehicle Lower the jack completely Front Position Rear Position 1500 Series Rear Position 2500 Series 5 101 ...

Page 468: ...uts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications in the Index for wheel nut torque specification 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 torque specification See Capacities and Specifications in th...

Page 469: ...ak If you are reinstalling the smooth center cap place it on the wheel and tap it into place until it seats flush with the wheel Storing a Flat or Spare Tire Jack and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Notice Stori...

Page 470: ...t Access Hole H Wheel Wrench I Jack Handle Extensions J Hoist Lock If Equipped 1 Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down and toward the rear of the vehicle 2 Tilt the retainer D downward and through the wheel opening Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel 5 104 ...

Page 471: ...ear bumper and into the hoist shaft 5 Raise the tire part way upward Make sure the retainer is seated in the wheel opening 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 5 105 ...

Page 472: ...quipped To store the tools follow these procedures 1 Return the tools to the tool bag and place it back in the Top Box Storage unit 2 Assemble the wheel blocks and bottle jack together with the wing nut by reversing Step 2 under Removing the Spare Tire and Tools earlier in this section 3 Replace the jack cover and tighten the jack cover wingnuts A Push and Pull B Rotate or Turn 5 106 ...

Page 473: ...this procedure read all the instructions Failure to read and follow the instructions could damage the hoist assembly and you and others could get hurt Read and follow the instructions listed below To release the spare tire from the secondary latch do the following 1 Check under the vehicle to see if the cable end is visible 2 If the cable is not visible proceed to Step 6 If it is visible first try...

Page 474: ...Tire and Tools earlier in this section 5 Turn the wrench counterclockwise until approximately six inches 15 cm of cable is exposed 6 Stand the wheel blocks on their shortest ends with the backs facing each other 7 Place the bottom edge of the jack on the wheel blocks separating them so that the jack is balanced securely 5 108 ...

Page 475: ...e Keep lowering the jack until the spare tire slides off the jack or is hanging by the cable CAUTION Someone standing too close during the procedure could be injured by the jack If the spare tire does not slide off the jack completely make sure no one is behind you or on either side of you as you pull the jack out from the spare 12 Disconnect the jack handle from the jack and carefully remove the ...

Page 476: ...roper tire inflation and loading your vehicle For instruction on how to remove install or store a spare tire see Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 90 After installing the spare tire on your vehicle you should stop as soon as possible and make sure the spare is correctly inflated Have the damaged or flat road tire repaired or replaced as soon as you can and installed back onto your vehicle This way a ...

Page 477: ...ide Acetone Paint Thinner Turpentine Lacquer Thinner Nail Polish Remover They can all be hazardous some more than others and they can all damage the vehicle too Do not use any of these products unless this manual says you can In many uses these will damage the vehicle Alcohol Laundry Soap Bleach Reducing Agents Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Use a vacuum cleaner often to get rid of dust and l...

Page 478: ...ction use a sponge to remove any excess cleaner 6 Wipe cleaned area with a clean water dampened towel or cloth 7 Wipe with a clean cloth and let dry Special Fabric Cleaning Problems Stains caused by such things as catsup coffee black egg fruit fruit juice milk soft drinks vomit urine and blood can be removed as follows 1 Carefully scrape off excess stain then sponge the soiled area with cool water...

Page 479: ...ng the Top of the Instrument Panel Use only mild soap and water to clean the top surfaces of the instrument panel Sprays containing silicones or waxes may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Cleaning Interior Plastic Components Use only a mild soap and water solution on a soft cloth or sponge Commercial clea...

Page 480: ...ntion and durability Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve your vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Don t wash your vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Don t use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely You can get GM approved cleaning products from yo...

Page 481: ...aterials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are subject to...

Page 482: ...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 The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of your vehicle Don t use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes abrasive cleaners cleaners with acid or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Do not use chrome pol...

Page 483: ...y If these are not removed corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer o...

Page 484: ...rome wheels and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects in one step No wiping necessary Wash Wax Concentrate Medi...

Page 485: ...arts Identification Label You ll find this label located in the glove box It s very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label is your VIN the model designation paint information and a list of all production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle Electrical System Notice Don t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check with yo...

Page 486: ...d by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken 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 that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio o...

Page 487: ...HTR A C Climate Control System LOCK Power Door Lock Relay Lock Function HVAC 1 Inside Rearview Mirror Climate Control System L DOOR Driver s Door Harness Connection CRUISE Cruise Control UNLOCK Power Door Lock Relay Unlock Function RR FOG LP Rear Fog Lamp Export Only BRAKE Anti Lock Brake System DRIVER UNLOCK Power Door Lock Relay Driver s Door Unlock Function IGN 0 PCM TCM TBC IGN 0 Truck Body Co...

Page 488: ...UX PWR 2 Rear Cargo Area Power Outlets LOCKS Power Door Lock System ECC Rear Electronic Climate Control Liftgate TBC 2C Truck Body Controller FLASH Flasher Module CB LT DOORS Left Power Window Circuit Breaker TBC 2B Truck Body Controller TBC 2A Truck Body Controller Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block The center instrument panel utility block is located underneath the instrument panel to the left o...

Page 489: ...r Window Circuit Breaker SPARE Not Used INFO Infotainment Harness Connection Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block in the engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle near the battery Lift the cover for access to the fuse relay block To remove fuses hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for ...

Page 490: ...5 124 ...

Page 491: ...ear Cargo Area and Instrument Panel STUD 2 Accessory Power Trailer Wiring Brake Feed ABS Anti Lock Brakes VSES ECAS Vehicle Stability Fuses Usage IGN A Ignition Power IGN B Ignition Power LBEC 1 Left Bussed Electrical Center Left Doors Truck Body Controller Flasher Module TRL PARK Parking Lamps Trailer Wiring RR PARK Right Rear Parking and Sidemarker Lamps LR PARK Left Rear Parking and Sidemarker ...

Page 492: ... B U Backup Lamps Trailer Wiring PCM B Powertrain Control Module Fuel Pump F PMP Fuel Pump Relay O2A Oxygen Sensors Fuses Usage B U LP Back up Lamps Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System RR DEFOG Rear Window Defogger HDLP HI Headlamp High Beam Relay PRIME Not Used O2B Oxygen Sensors SIR Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System FRT PARK Front Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps DRL Daytime Ru...

Page 493: ...enter HomeLink Rear Heated Seats LO HDLP LT Headlamp Low Beam Left BTSI Brake Transmission Shift Interlock System CRANK Starting System Fuses Usage LO HDLP RT Headlamp Low Beam Right FOG LP Fog Lamp Relay FOG LP Fog Lamps HORN Horn Relay W S WASH Windshield and Rear Window Washer Pump Relay W S WASH Windshield and Rear Window Washer Pump INFO OnStar Rear Seat Entertainment RADIO AMP Radio Amplifie...

Page 494: ... 1 52 MM Capacities and Specifications Application Capacities English Metric Engine Cooling System VORTEC 5300 V8 VORTEC 8100 V8 14 0 quarts 21 0 quarts 13 6 L 20 0 L After refill the level must be rechecked See Cooling System on page 5 33 Engine Oil with Filter VORTEC 5300 V8 VIN Code T VORTEC 8100 V8 VIN Code G 6 0 quarts 6 5 quarts 5 7 L 6 1 L After refill the level must be rechecked Add enough...

Page 495: ...0 31 0 gallons 37 5 gallons 117 0 L 142 0 L Air Conditioning Refrigerat R 134a 1 6 lbs 0 7 kg Wheels and Tires Model Description Torque C K 1500 6 bolts 14 mm 140 lb ft 190 Y C K 2500 8 bolts 14 mm 140 lb ft 190 Y Tire Pressure See the Certification Tire label on the rear edge of the driver s door 5 129 ...

Page 496: ... NOTES 5 130 ...

Page 497: ...d Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 8 Owner Checks and Services 6 10 At Each Fuel Fill 6 10 At Least Once a Month 6 10 At Least Once a Year 6 11 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 13 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 15 Engine Drive Belt Routing 6 16 Maintenance Record 6 17 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 6 1 ...

Page 498: ...ary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance is important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the...

Page 499: ... limits are driven off road in the recommended manner See Off Road Driving with Your Four Wheel Drive Vehicle on page 4 20 use the recommended fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 5 5 The services in Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 should be performed when indicated See Additional Required Services on page 6 6 and Maintenance Footnotes on page 6 8 for further information CAUTION Performing maintenan...

Page 500: ...aler has GM trained service technicians who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally you must service your vehicle within 3 000 miles 5 000 km since your last service Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil on page 5 16 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resett...

Page 501: ...mission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires and check inflation pressures and wear See Tires on page 5 68 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed Perform any needed additional services See Additional Required Services in this section Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b Inspect engine cooling sys...

Page 502: ...000 166 000 125 000 207 500 150 000 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Vehicles without a filter restriction indicator Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 21 An Emission Control Service Change automatic transmission fluid and filter severe service See footnote h Change automatic transmission f...

Page 503: ... 240 000 Inspect evaporative control system An Emission Control Service See footnotes and k Replace spark plugs and inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service Engine cooling system service or every 5 years whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote i Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service 6 7 ...

Page 504: ...r lack of lubrication Inspect power steering lines and hoses 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 cracked swollen or deteriorated Inspect all pipes fittings and clamps replace with genuine GM parts as needed To help ensure proper operation a press...

Page 505: ...tic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service i Drain flush and refill cooling system See Engine Coolant on page 5 26 for what to u...

Page 506: ...tails Notice It is important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level Failure to keep your engine oil at the proper level can cause damage to your engine not covered by your warranty Engine Coolant Level Check Check the engine coolant level and add DEX COOL coolant mixture if necessary See Engine Coolant on page 5 26 for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check ...

Page 507: ...ition contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake on page 2...

Page 508: ...regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slowly remove foot pressure from the regular brake pedal Do this until the vehicle is held by the parking brake only To chec...

Page 509: ... page 5 26 Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Usage Fluid Lubricant Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No U S 89021184 in Canada 89021186 Automatic Transmission DEXRON III Automatic Transmission Fluid Key Lock Cylinders Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 ...

Page 510: ...11 or lubricant meeting requirements of GM 9985830 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Weatherstrip Conditioning Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No U S 12345579 in Canada 992887 Weatherstrip Squeaks Synthetic G...

Page 511: ...r dealer VIN Code T G Oil Filter PF44 25010633 PF454 89028862 Engine Air Cleaner Filter A1519C 25313348 A1518C 25313349 Spark Plugs 41 985 12571164 41 983 12578277 Wiper Blades Length 22 inches 56 0 cm 15153642 15153642 ACDelco part number GM part number A1518C 25313349 high capacity engine air cleaner filter may be substituted 6 15 ...

Page 512: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing A Air Conditioning Compressor 6 16 ...

Page 513: ...med in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 in this section Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 10 can be added on the following record pages Also you should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 17 ...

Page 514: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18 ...

Page 515: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 19 ...

Page 516: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 20 ...

Page 517: ...Disabilities 7 6 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 8 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects 7 12 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 12 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 12 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 13 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 13 Section 7 Customer Assist...

Page 518: ... contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 222 1020 In Canada contact GM of Canada Customer Communication Centre in Oshawa by calling 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French We encourage you to call the toll free number in order to give your...

Page 519: ...le Limited Warranty Although you may be required to resort to this informal dispute 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 you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you You may contact the BBB Auto Line Progra...

Page 520: ...es only Refer to the web for updated information To register your vehicle visit www MyGMLink com United States or My GM Canada within www gmcanada com Canada Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users To assist customers who are deaf hard of hearing or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones TTYs Chevrolet has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center Any TTY user can com...

Page 521: ...ance General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French 1 800 263 3830 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 268 6800 Overseas Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit Mexico Central America and Caribbean Islands Countries Except Puerto...

Page 522: ...for details All TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Assistance Program Security While You Travel 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 As the proud owner of a new Chevrolet vehicle you are automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance program This value added service is intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive in the city or travel the open road Chevrolet s Roadside Assistance to...

Page 523: ...ing to the Roadside Assistance Representative Your name home address and home telephone number Telephone number of your location Location of the vehicle Model year color and license plate number Mileage Vehicle Identification Number and delivery date of the vehicle Description of the problem While we hope you never have the occasion to use our service it is added security while traveling for you a...

Page 524: ...imited Warranty Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required This will reduce your inconvenience during warranty repairs Plan Ahead When Possible When your vehicle requires warranty service you should contact your dealer and request an appointment By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs your dealer can...

Page 525: ...ould you arrange transportation through a friend or relative reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses five day maximum may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle you obtained if your vehicle is kept for a warrant...

Page 526: ...the Courtesy Transportation Program Please consult your dealer for details General Motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify change or discontinue Courtesy Transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and conditions described herein at its sole discretion Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle like other modern mot...

Page 527: ...will not access information about a crash event or share it with others other than with the consent of the vehicle owner or if the vehicle is leased with the consent of the lessee in response to an official request of police or similar government office as part of GM s defense of litigation through the discovery process or as required by law In addition once GM collects or receives data GM may use...

Page 528: ...NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline Reporting Safety Defects...

Page 529: ... write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines transmission axle suspension brakes electrical steering body etc RETAIL SELL PRICE 120 00 Transmission Transaxle Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual Thi...

Page 530: ...o Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Ti...

Page 531: ...ir Cleaner Filter Engine 5 21 Air Conditioning 3 27 Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module SDM 7 10 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 5 116 AM 3 115 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 116 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 117 Anti lock Brake System 4 7 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 43 Appearance Care 5 111 Care of Safety Belts 5 114 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 117 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehic...

Page 532: ...attery Run Down Protection 3 21 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 41 Before You Drive 3 100 Before You Go Off Roading 4 20 Brake Parking 2 42 System Warning Light 3 42 Brake Adjustment 5 46 Brake Fluid 5 43 Brake Pedal Throttle 2 33 Brake Pedal Travel 5 46 Brake Wear 5 46 Brakes 5 43 Braking 4 6 Braking in Emergencies 4 9 Break In New Vehicle 2 30 BUCKLE PASSENGER 3 69 BUCKLE SEATBELT 3 69 Bulb Repl...

Page 533: ...rument Panel Fuse Block 5 122 Center Overhead Console 2 65 Chains Tire 5 88 CHANGE ENGINE OIL 3 65 Charging System Light 3 40 Check Engine Light 3 47 CHECK OIL LEVEL 3 66 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE 3 72 CHECK WASHER FLUID 3 68 Checking Brake Fluid 5 44 Checking Coolant 5 28 Checking Engine Oil 5 16 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 117 Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems ...

Page 534: ...ual 3 29 Outlet Adjustment 3 32 Compass Calibration 2 52 2 54 Compass Operation 2 53 Compass Variance 2 51 2 54 Content Theft Deterrent 2 27 Control of a Vehicle 4 6 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage 3 45 Heater Engine 2 33 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 29 Cooling System 5 33 Cruise Control 3 11 Cruise Control Light 3 51 Current and Past Model Order Forms 7 14 Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Tr...

Page 535: ...54 DIC Warnings and Messages 3 65 Driving At Night 4 33 City 4 38 Driving cont Defensive 4 2 Drunken 4 2 Freeway 4 39 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 43 In Rain and on Wet Roads 4 35 Winter 4 44 Driving Across an Incline 4 29 Driving Downhill 4 27 Driving in Mud Sand Snow or Ice 4 31 Driving in Water 4 32 Driving On Grades 4 77 Driving on Off Road Hills 4 24 Driving on Snow or Ice 4 45 Driving Through D...

Page 536: ...Overheating 5 29 Starting 2 32 ENGINE COOLANT HOT 3 66 Engine Oil Additives 5 19 ENGINE OVERHEATED 3 66 Entry Lighting and Exit Lighting 3 20 Environmental Concerns 4 21 Erasing HomeLink Buttons 2 64 Event Data Recorders EDR 7 10 Extender Safety Belt 1 29 Exterior Lamps 3 14 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 5 21 Finding a Program Type PTY Station RDS and XM 3 77 3 89 Finding a Station 3 75 3 87 Finish ...

Page 537: ...ions 5 5 Low Warning Light 3 52 Fuel Information Button 3 56 FUEL LEVEL LOW 3 67 Fuses Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 120 Windshield Wiper 5 120 G Gage Engine Coolant Temperature 3 45 Fuel 3 52 Oil Pressure 3 50 Speedometer 3 35 Tachometer 3 35 Transmission Temperature 3 45 Voltmeter Gage 3 41 Garage Door Opener 2 61 Gasoline Octane 5 5 Specifications 5 5 Gate Operator and Canadian Programming 2 64 ...

Page 538: ...e Coolant Surge Tank 5 35 How to Add Fluid 5 26 How to Check Lubricant 5 55 How to Check Power Steering Fluid 5 42 How to Use This Manual ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 14 Hydroplaning 4 37 I If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5 32 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5 30 If the Light is Flashing 3 48 If the Light Is On Steady 3 48 If You Are Caught in a Blizzard 4 47 If You Are Stuck ...

Page 539: ...evel Control 4 62 Light Air Bag Readiness 3 36 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 3 43 Brake System Warning 3 42 Charging System 3 40 Cruise Control 3 51 Low Fuel Warning 3 52 Low Tire Pressure Warning Light 3 43 Malfunction Indicator 3 47 Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator 3 38 Safety Belt Reminder 3 36 Security 3 51 Tow Haul Mode 3 51 Traction Off 3 44 Listening to a DVD 3 99 Loading Your Vehicle 4 ...

Page 540: ...7 Maintenance Schedule cont Maintenance Requirements 6 2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 15 Owner Checks and Services 6 10 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 13 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Using Your 6 3 Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 Maintenance When Trailer Towing 4 79 Making Turns 4 76 Malfunction Indicator Light 3 47 Manual Passenger Seat 1 2 Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle ...

Page 541: ... Oil Engine 5 16 Pressure Gage 3 50 OIL LIFE RESET 3 65 OIL PRESSURE LOW 3 65 Older Children Restraints 1 30 Online Owner Center 7 4 OnStar Personal Calling 2 60 OnStar Services 2 59 OnStar Steering Wheel Controls 2 60 OnStar System 2 59 OnStar Virtual Advisor 2 60 Operating Your All Wheel Drive Vehicle Off Paved Roads 4 20 Other Warning Devices 3 7 Outlet Adjustment 3 32 Outside Automatic Dimming...

Page 542: ...ntrols 3 32 Plan Ahead When Possible 7 8 Playing a CD 3 83 3 94 Playing a Specific Loaded CD 3 95 Playing the Radio 3 74 3 86 Power Accessory Outlets 3 21 Door Locks 2 9 Electrical System 5 120 Lumbar Controls 1 3 Seat 1 2 Steering Fluid 5 41 Windows 2 26 Power Steering 4 15 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 10 Programming the HomeLink Transmitter 2 62 Puddle Lamps 3 17 Q Questions and Answers A...

Page 543: ... 49 Reclining Seatbacks 1 5 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 13 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 52 REDUCED ENGINE POWER 3 66 Reinstalling the Cargo Cover Panels 2 74 Remote Control 3 106 Remote Keyless Entry System 2 4 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation 2 5 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 5 96 Removing the Front Rear Rails and Bows 2 87 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 5 ...

Page 544: ...dren and Small Adults 1 27 Rear Seat Passengers 1 24 Right Front Passenger Position 1 23 Safety Belt Extender 1 29 Safety Belts cont Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 1 22 Safety Belts Are for Everyone 1 9 Safety Chains 4 75 Safety Warnings and Symbols iii Scanning the Terrain 4 23 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Seats Head Restraints 1 7 Heated Seats 1 4 Manual Passenger 1 2 Memory 2 90 Power Lumbar 1 3...

Page 545: ...s 2 80 Skidding 4 19 Snow Plow 4 63 Some Other Rainy Weather Tips 4 38 Spare Tire 5 110 Special Fabric Cleaning Problems 5 112 Specifications Capacities 5 128 Speedometer 3 35 Stabilitrak System 4 11 STABILITY SYS ACTIVE 3 71 STABILITY SYS DISABLED 3 71 Stalling on an Incline 4 30 Starting Your Engine 2 32 Steering 4 15 Steering in Emergencies 4 16 Steering Tips 4 15 Steering Wheel Controls Audio ...

Page 546: ... 5 77 Spare Tire 5 110 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 85 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 5 86 Tires cont Wheel Replacement 5 86 When It Is Time for New Tires 5 82 To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 2 34 Tonneau Cover 2 83 Top Drain Grates Removal and Cleaning 2 79 Top Strap 1 40 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 41 Top Box Storage 2 82 Torque Lock 2 45 Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires 4 74 Tow Haul M...

Page 547: ...n 3 115 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 85 United States Customer Assistance 7 5 Used Replacement Wheels 5 87 Using Cleaner on Fabric 5 112 Using HomeLink 2 64 Using Song List Mode 3 97 Using the Recovery Hooks 4 50 V Vehicle Control 4 6 Damage Warnings iv Loading 4 55 Symbols iv Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 10 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 119 Service Parts Identificati...

Page 548: ... to Add Engine Oil 5 16 When to Change Engine Oil GM Oil Life System 5 19 When to Check Lubricant 5 55 When to Check Power Steering Fluid 5 41 When to Inspect 5 21 When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 4 79 Where to Put the Restraint 1 38 Why Safety Belts Work 1 10 Windows 2 25 Power 2 26 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 116 Windshield Washer 3 10 Fluid 5 42 Windshield Wiper Blade Repla...

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