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You never know if you’ll be in a crash. If you do have a
crash, you don’t know if it will be a bad one.

A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so
serious that even buckled up, a person 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.

Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it’s just a seat
on wheels.

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Summary of Contents for 2004 Silverado 1500 Pickup

Page 1: ...Information Center DIC 3 54 Audio System s 3 72 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 53 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 4 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 All Wheel Drive 5 57 Rear Axle 5 58 Four Wheel Drive 5 58 Noise Control System 5 61 Bulb Replacement 5 62 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 72 Tires 5 73 Appearance Care 5 112 Vehi...

Page 2: ...se leave this manual in it so the new owner can use it Litho in U S A Part No C2415 A First Edition Copyright General Motors Corporation 06 23 03 All Rights Reserved Canadian Owners You can obtain a French copy of this manual from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people read their owner s manual from beginning to end when they first r...

Page 3: ...g CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard Please read these cautions If you don t you or others could be hurt You will also find a circle with a slash through it in this book This safety symbol means Don t Don t do this or Don t let this happen iii ...

Page 4: ...abels on your vehicle They use the same words CAUTION or NOTICE Vehicle Symbols Your vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols used on your vehicle 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 ref...

Page 5: ...These are some examples of symbols you may find on your vehicle v ...

Page 6: ...Model Reference This manual covers these models Regular Cab Pickup Extended Cab Pickup Crew Cab Chassis Cab vi ...

Page 7: ...1 Older Children 1 31 Infants and Young Children 1 34 Child Restraint Systems 1 38 Where to Put the Restraint 1 41 Top Strap 1 42 Top Strap Anchor Location 1 44 Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System 1 47 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System Rear 1 49 Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System Front 1 50 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Out...

Page 8: ... 74 Air Bag Off Switch 1 75 Passenger Sensing System 1 80 Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle 1 84 Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle 1 84 Restraint System Check 1 85 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 85 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 1 86 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems 1 2 ...

Page 9: ... a pedal when you don t want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving If your vehicle has a manual bucket or a split bench seat you can adjust it with this lever located at the front of the seat Lift the lever to unlock the seat Using your body slide the seat to where you want it and release the lever Try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into p...

Page 10: ...ises or lowers the entire seat cushion If your vehicle has power reclining seats you can use the vertical control to adjust the angle of the seatback Move the reclining front seatback rearward or forward by moving the control toward the rear or the front of the vehicle See Reclining Seatbacks on page 1 6 Power Lumbar You can increase or decrease lumbar support in an area of the lower seatback To i...

Page 11: ...h medium and low and to turn the heated seat off Indicator lights will glow to designate the level of heat selected three for high two for medium and one for low The low setting warms the seatback and cushion until the seat temperature is near body temperature The medium and high settings heat the seatback and seat cushion to a slightly higher temperature You will be able to feel heat in about two...

Page 12: ...atback where you want it Lift the lever again without pushing on the seatback and the seatback will go to an upright position If your vehicle has power seats with a power recliner see Power Seats on page 1 4 for further information on how to operate the reclining seatback feature But don t have a seatback reclined if your vehicle is moving 1 6 ...

Page 13: ...use serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety belt properly Head Restraints Adjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraint is closest to the top of your head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash To raise the head restraint pull up on the head restra...

Page 14: ...utboard side of the seat cushion To return the seatback to the upright position push the seatback rearward until it latches After returning the seatback to its upright position push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation Extended Cab Folding the Rear Seat The extended cab s rear seat can be folded up to provide more cargo space To fold the seat do the fol...

Page 15: ...op at the rear of the seat cushion Then pull the seat cushion up and fold it forward 2 After folding the seat cushion fully forward pull the seatback forward and fold the seatback down until it is flat If the seatback cannot fold flat because it interferes with the cushion try moving the front seat forward and or bringing the front seat more upright The lever at the base of the seat must be turned...

Page 16: ...u 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 vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts B...

Page 17: ...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 Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it s just a sea...

Page 18: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider doesn t stop 1 12 ...

Page 19: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 13 ...

Page 20: ...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 21: ...rious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 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 31 or Infan...

Page 22: ...Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 31 Make sure the release butt...

Page 23: ...ong pelvic bones And you 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 crash or if you pull the belt v...

Page 24: ...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 18 ...

Page 25: ...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 19 ...

Page 26: ...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 20 ...

Page 27: ...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 aren t as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 21 ...

Page 28: ... across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you wouldn t 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 22 ...

Page 29: ...ant 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 The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it s more likely that the fetus won t be hurt in a c...

Page 30: ... 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 Passenger Position If your vehicle has front and rear bench seats someone can sit in the center positions When you sit in the center rear seat position of a crew cab you have a lap shoulder belt which is similar to the ...

Page 31: ...ke the belt longer tilt the latch plate and pull it along the belt To make the belt shorter pull its free end as shown until the belt is snug Buckle position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap shoulder belt If the belt isn t long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 31 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt q...

Page 32: ... vehicle who are wearing safety belts Rear Seat Outside Passenger Positions Extended Cab and Crew Cab Lap Shoulder Belt Here s how to wear a lap shoulder belt properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Don t let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt ac...

Page 33: ...art tight pull down on the buckle end of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder part The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you 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 Th...

Page 34: ...pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body To unlatch the belt just push the button on the buckle 1 28 ...

Page 35: ...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 outside passenger in the rear seat Here s how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt 1 Remove the guide from its storage clip on the interior body 2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 1 29 ...

Page 36: ...le position and release the safety belt as described in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1 26 Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guides squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guides Slide the guide onto the storage clip 1 30 ...

Page 37: ... 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 use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit To wear it just attach it to the regular safety belt Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle s safety belts If you have the choice a child should sit in a seat tha...

Page 38: ...ld fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up or can be thrown out of the vehicle Older children ...

Page 39: ... outside seat position move the child toward the center of the vehicle See Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides for Children and Small Adults on page 1 29 If the child is sitting in the center rear seat position of a crew cab 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 th...

Page 40: ... the lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash 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...

Page 41: ...e Instead they need to use a child restraint CAUTION People should never hold a baby in their arms while riding in a vehicle A baby doesn t weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to 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 app...

Page 42: ... bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints which are purchased by the vehicle s owner are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but als...

Page 43: ...eak and its head weighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants 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 chi...

Page 44: ... 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 38 ...

Page 45: ...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 39 ...

Page 46: ...ch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side When choosing a child restraint be sure the child restraint is designed to be used in a vehicle If it is it will have a ...

Page 47: ...ates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Be sure the air bag is off before using a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat position CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even though the passenger sensing system and or air bag off switch are designed to turn off the passenger s frontal air bag under certain conditions no...

Page 48: ...h on page 1 75 for more on this including important safety information Wherever you install it be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it Top Strap Some child restraints have a to...

Page 49: ...red Anchor the top strap to one of the following anchor points Be sure to use an anchor point located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Raise the head restraint and route the top strap under it Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restraint itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint...

Page 50: ...nded cab models you will find the top strap anchor for the right front passenger seat behind the seat near the floor If your vehicle is a regular cab model there is also a top strap anchor for the right front passenger position located on the back panel of your vehicle behind the right front passenger seat In order to get to the anchor you ll have to remove the trim plug covering it Once you have ...

Page 51: ...on to the top strap anchors each seating position has a fabric loop at the top of the seatback that you ll use to route a top strap through When using a child restraint with a top strap in either rear outboard position raise the head restraint and route the top strap through the fabric loop on the seatback Then attach the top strap to the anchor point at the center rear seating position 1 45 ...

Page 52: ...en raise the head restraint and attach the top strap to the anchor point located at the closest outboard position Once you have the top strap anchored you ll be ready to secure the child restrain itself Tighten the top strap when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say Rear Seat Top Strap Anchors Crew Cab Models 1 46 ...

Page 53: ...points at the rear base of the front passenger s seat Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System Your vehicle has the LATCH system You will find anchors A for the front passenger and the center rear seating positions for extended cab models For regular cab models you will find anchors for the right front passenger seating position For crew cab models you will find anchors for the s...

Page 54: ...aints Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top tether strap C In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle you need a child restraint designed for that system To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this child restraint system each seating position with the LATCH system has a visible metal anchor point in the seat where the seatback meets the seat cushion 1 48 ...

Page 55: ...es for the seating position you want to use where the bottom of the seatback meets the back of the seat cushion 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Attach and tighten the LATCH attachments on the child restraint to the LATCH anchorages in the vehicle The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 If the child restraint is forward facing attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether...

Page 56: ...nger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued would be very close to the inflating air bag Be sure the air bag is off before using a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat position Even though the passenger sensing system and or air bag off switch are designed to turn off the passenger s frontal air bag under ce...

Page 57: ...y 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 very close to the inflating air bag Be sure the air bag is off before using a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat position If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the righ...

Page 58: ...e restraint in this seat See Manual Seats on page 1 3 or Power Seats on page 1 4 If you need to use a rear facing child restraint in this seat make sure the air bag is off once the child restraint has been installed When the passenger sensing system or the air bag off switch has turned off the right front passenger s frontal air bag the off indicator in the passenger air bag status indicator shoul...

Page 59: ...witch to turn off the air bag or secure the child in the child restraint in a rear seat position in the vehicle if one is available and check with your dealer See Air Bag Off Switch on page 1 75 for more on this including important safety information For heavy duty pickups without the passenger sensing system use the air bag off switch to turn the air bag off or install the infant restraint in a r...

Page 60: ...he Index for more on this including important safety information Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Outside Seat Position Extended Cab and Crew Cab There is limited space in the rear seating of an extended cab model If you want to secure a child restraint in a rear outside seating position be sure to study the instructions that came with your child restraint to see if there is enough room to sec...

Page 61: ...or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 3 Buckle the 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 55 ...

Page 62: ... 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 a Center Rear Seat Position If you have a extended cab or crew cab pickup you can secure a child restraint in the center rear seat position Crew Cab When you secure a child restraint in the center rear seat position of a crew cab you ll be using a lap shoulder belt ...

Page 63: ...ed with the LATCH system see Lower Anchorages and Top Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 1 47 See Top Strap on page 1 42 if the child restraint has one If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system you ll be using the lap belt to secure a child restraint in the center rear seat position of an extended cab Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure ...

Page 64: ...child restraint If you re using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push the child restraint as you 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 It will be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restrai...

Page 65: ...nt in a rear seat A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward facing child restraint If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat position see Where to Put the Restraint on page 1 41 You ll be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child...

Page 66: ...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 60 ...

Page 67: ...child restraint as you tighten the belt You should not be able to pull more of the belt out of the retractor once the lock has been set 7 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 lar...

Page 68: ...lled if the right front passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag Be sure the air bag is off before using a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat position Even though the passenger sensing system and or air bag off switch are designed to turn off the passenger s frontal air bag under certain c...

Page 69: ...y 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 very close to the inflating air bag Be sure the air bag is off before using a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat position If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the righ...

Page 70: ... restraint in this position 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 Air Bag Off Switch on page 1 75 and Passenger Sensing System on page 1 80 If your child restraint is forward facing move the seat as far back as it will go before s...

Page 71: ...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 65 ...

Page 72: ...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 seatback and adjust the se...

Page 73: ...ll move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger If you had turned the air bag off with the switch remember to be sure to use the air bag off switch to turn on the right front passenger s air bag when you remove the child restraint from the vehicle unless the person who will be sitting there is a member of a passenger air bag risk group See Air Bag Off Switch on pag...

Page 74: ... wearing your safety belt even if you have air bags Wearing your safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it Air bags are designed to work with safety belts but do not replace them Air bags are designed to deploy only in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflate in rollover rear or low ...

Page 75: ...s lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its air bag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 1 31 a...

Page 76: ...Where Are the Air Bags The driver s air bag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s air bag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 1 70 ...

Page 77: ...ntal or near frontal crash The air bag will inflate only if the impact speed is above the system s designed threshold level 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 Inflation is determined by the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down in frontal or near front...

Page 78: ...Air Bags If your vehicle has frontal air bags with dual stage deployment the amount of restraint will adjust according to crash severity For moderate frontal impacts these air bags inflate at a level less than full deployment For more severe frontal impacts full deployment occurs If the front of your vehicle goes straight into a wall that does not move or deform the threshold level for the reduced...

Page 79: ... not help the occupant What Makes an Air Bag Inflate In an impact of sufficient severity the air bag sensing system detects that the vehicle is in a crash The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator which inflates the air bag The inflator air bag and related hardware are all part of the air bag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the right f...

Page 80: ...e with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but can t get out of the vehicle after an air bag inflates then get fresh air by opening a window or a door If you experience breathing problems following an air bag deployment you should seek me...

Page 81: ...pm brake and throttle data Let only qualified technicians work on your air bag systems Improper service can mean that an air bag system will not work properly See your dealer for service Notice If you damage the covering for the driver s or the right front passenger s air bag the bag may not work properly You may have to replace the air bag module in the steering wheel or both the air bag module a...

Page 82: ...United States without Passenger Sensing System Canada with Passenger Sensing System 1 76 ...

Page 83: ... it necessary for the infant to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child s condition Child age 1 to 12 A child age 1 to 12 must ride in the front seat because my vehicle has no rear seat although children ages 1 to 12 ride in the rear seat s whenever possible children ages 1 to 12 sometimes must ride in the front because no space is available in the rear seat s of...

Page 84: ...eld in a crash CAUTION If the right front passenger s air bag is turned off for a person who isn t in a risk group identified by the national government that person won t have the extra protection of an air bag In a crash the air bag wouldn t be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there Don t turn off the passenger s air bag unless the person sitting there is in a risk group United...

Page 85: ...f the air bag it means that something may be wrong with the air bag system The right front passenger s air bag could inflate even though the switch is off If your vehicle is a regular cab pickup or an extended cab pickup and this ever happens don t let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of a passenger air bag risk group sit in the right front passenger s position for ex...

Page 86: ...g system The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger s frontal air bag under certain conditions The driver s air bag is not part of the passenger sensing system In addition to the passenger sensing system your vehicle also has an air bag off switch located on the instrument panel The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger s s...

Page 87: ...e that an air bag will not deploy CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off General Motors recommends that rear facing child restraints be secured in a rear seat whenever possible even if the air bag is off The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal air bag if the right front passenger seat is unoc...

Page 88: ...witch on page 1 75 for more on this including important safety information The passenger sensing system is designed to enable may inflate the right front passenger s frontal air bag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the right front passenger s seat When the passenger sensing system has allowed the air bag to be enabled the on indicator will light and stay...

Page 89: ...x for more on this 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 84 for more information about modifications that ca...

Page 90: ...ably part of 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 The air bag system does not need regular maintenance Adding Equipment to Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle Q Is there anything I might add to the front of the vehicle that could keep the air bags from working properly A Yes If you add things that change you...

Page 91: ...can affect the operation of the advanced air bag system If you have questions call Customer Assistance The phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this Manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 7 2 Restraint System Check Checking Your Restraint Systems Now and then make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your b...

Page 92: ...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 93: ...nsmission Operation 2 25 Manual Transmission Operation 2 29 Four Wheel Drive 2 33 All Wheel Drive 2 44 Parking Brake 2 44 Shifting Into Park P 2 46 Shifting Out of Park P 2 49 Parking Your Vehicle 2 49 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 50 Engine Exhaust 2 51 Running Your Engine While You Are Parked 2 52 Mirrors 2 53 Manual Rearview Mirror 2 53 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar Compass an...

Page 94: ...d Mirrors 2 62 OnStar System 2 63 Storage Areas 2 64 Glove Box 2 65 Cupholder s 2 65 Front Storage Area 2 65 Center Console Storage Area 2 65 Tonneau Cover 2 65 Vehicle Personalization 2 67 Memory Seat 2 67 Section 2 Features and Controls 2 2 ...

Page 95: ...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 96: ...r more information Remote Keyless Entry System If equipped the remote keyless entry system operates 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 receive...

Page 97: ...feature you can lock and unlock your doors from about 3 feet 1 m up to 30 feet 9 m away using the remote keyless entry transmitter supplied with your vehicle UNLOCK Pressing this button once will unlock the driver s door The parking lamps will flash and the interior lights will come on The ground illumination lamps will come on Pressing UNLOCK again within three seconds will cause the remaining do...

Page 98: ...yless entry transmitter should last about two years You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won t work at the normal range in any location If you have to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works it s probably time to change the battery Notice When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damag...

Page 99: ...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 100: ...rom the inside slide the lever rearward To unlock the door slide the lever forward Power Door Locks If your vehicle has this power door lock switch press the raised side of the switch with the lock symbol on either front door to lock all the doors at once Press the recessed side of the switch with the unlock symbol to unlock all the doors at once 2 8 ...

Page 101: ...Locking If your vehicle is a Crew Cab it may be equipped with this feature When locking the doors with the power lock switch or the keyless entry transmitter and a door or the liftgate is open the delayed locking feature will delay locking the doors and tailgate until five seconds after the last door is closed You will hear three chimes to signal that the delayed locking feature is in use Pressing...

Page 102: ...nd hold it there while you perform the next step 2 Turn the key to RUN then back to LOCK twice Then with the key in LOCK release the turn signal multifunction lever Once you do this the doors will lock and unlock the horn will chirp twice and a 30 second timer will begin You are now ready to program the automatic door lock feature 3 Press the door lock switch once You will hear one two or three ch...

Page 103: ...d LOCK twice Then with the key in LOCK release the turn signal multifunction lever Once you do this the doors will 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 door unlock switch once You will hear one two three or four chimes The number of chimes tells you which unlock mode is currently select...

Page 104: ...ever rearward 5 Close the door 6 Do the same thing to the other rear door The rear doors of your vehicle 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 Lockout Protection This feature protects you from locking your key in the vehicle when the key is in the ignition ...

Page 105: ...ront door must be opened first Then use the handle located on the inside of the rear access door to open it If your vehicle is a Crew Cab you can open your doors from the inside or outside Your vehicle may also have a feature which prevents children from opening the rear doors See Rear Door Security Locks Crew Cab on page 2 12 for more information Tailgate You can open the tailgate by lifting up o...

Page 106: ... To remove the tailgate do the following 1 Raise the tailgate slightly and release both retaining cable clips To release the retaining cable clips lift the cable so it points straight out and push the cable clip forward 2 With the tailgate at a slight upward angle pull back on the tailgate at the right edge and then move the tailgate to the right to release the left edge Reverse the above procedur...

Page 107: ...n 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 Manual Windows Turn the hand crank on each door to manually raise or lower the manual windows 2 15 ...

Page 108: ...2 20 Pull up the front of the control with the power window symbol on it to raise the window Press the forward edge of the control down to lower the window Express Down Windows The driver and front passenger windows also have an express down feature that allows the windows to be lowered without holding the switch Press and hold the front edge of the window switch for one second to activate the exp...

Page 109: ...the switch will illuminate To disengage the lock out feature press the switch again and the indicator light will turn off When the button is not engaged the rear power windows will operate Swing Out Windows To open a rear swing out window flip the latch open and swing the glass out The latch will catch when the window is fully open and it will also hold it in the open position Sun Visors To block ...

Page 110: ...ght goes off 3 Close all doors The security light will stop flashing and stay solid The light should go off after approximately 30 seconds The alarm is not armed until the security light goes off If a door is opened without the key or the remote keyless entry transmitter the alarm will go off Your vehicle s headlamps will flash and the horn will sound for about two minutes then will turn off to sa...

Page 111: ...page 5 122 If the alarm does not sound or the vehicle s headlamps do not flash the vehicle should be serviced by an authorized service center Passlock Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock theft deterrent system Passlock is a passive theft deterrent system Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder ...

Page 112: ...ops 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 break in See Towing a Trailer on page 4 71 for more information Ignition Positions With the key in the ignition switch you can turn it to four different positions A LOCK This position locks your ignition when the key is removed The ...

Page 113: ...y if so is it 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 C RUN This is the position for driving D START This position starts your engine Key Release Button Manual Transmission The ignition key cannot be removed from the ignition of manual transmission vehicles unless the ...

Page 114: ...Automatic Transmission Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine won t start in any other position that s a safety feature To restart when you re already moving use NEUTRAL N only If you have a diesel engine refer to the diesel supplement for starting procedure Notice Do not try to shift to PARK P if your vehicle is moving If you do you could damage the transmission Shift to PARK P ...

Page 115: ...n 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 won t start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and holding it there as you hold the key ...

Page 116: ... AC outlet CAUTION Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock Also the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure...

Page 117: ...out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level groun...

Page 118: ...n your vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or objects Do not shift into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed Notice Shifting out of PARK P or NEUTRAL N with the engine running at hig...

Page 119: ... You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on If you manually select SECOND 2 in a light duty automatic transmission the transmission will drive in second gear You may use this feature for reducing the speed of the rear wheels when you are trying to start your vehicle from a stop on slipp...

Page 120: ...anel See Tow Haul Mode under Towing a Trailer on page 4 71 for more information Overdrive Disable Allison Transmission If your vehicle has an Allison Transmission you may have the overdrive disable feature The overdrive disable feature prevents the transmission from shifting into fifth 5 gear The selector button is located on the end of the column shift lever You can turn overdrive disable on and ...

Page 121: ... vehicle speed is reduced SECOND 2 Press the clutch pedal and shift into SECOND 2 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal You can shift into SECOND 2 when you re going less than 20 mph 32 km h If you ve come to a complete stop and it s hard to shift into SECOND 2 put the shift lever into NEUTRAL and let up on the clutch Press the clutch pedal back down Then shift ...

Page 122: ... and let up on the clutch Press the clutch pedal back down Then shift into FIRST 1 SECOND 2 Press the clutch pedal as you let up on the accelerator pedal and shift into SECOND 2 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 Shift into THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 the same way you do for SECOND 2 Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press...

Page 123: ...e clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal Only downshift into FIRST 1 when the vehicle has come to a complete stop If the shift lever will not go into FIRST 1 put the lever in NEUTRAL and let up on the clutch pedal to fully engage the clutch Press the clutch pedal again Then shift into FIRST 1 SECOND 2 With the vehicle at a stop release the brake press the clutch pedal and shift into SECON...

Page 124: ...ifting or descending a grade at too high a vehicle speed When going down steep grades always select a gear at least one position lower than you would use on climbing a grade This will allow the vehicle s engine to provide some braking and help to slow the vehicle as it goes down the grade Monitor your vehicle speed acceleration and engine rpm while applying the brakes as you go down the grade to e...

Page 125: ...nsfer case is in 4 Wheel Low Ignore the SHIFT light when you downshift Four Wheel Drive If your vehicle has four wheel drive you can send your engine s driving power to all four wheels for extra traction To get the most satisfaction out of four wheel drive you must be familiar with its operation Read the part that follows before using four wheel drive See the appropriate text for the transfer case...

Page 126: ...ate when you shift into four wheel drive and the front axle engages Some delay between shifting and the indicator s lighting is normal Recommended Transfer Case Settings Transfer Case Settings Driving Conditions 2HI 4HI 4LO N Normal YES Severe YES Extreme YES Vehicle in Tow YES See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4 53 or Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 53 for further information 2 34 ...

Page 127: ...eriously injured Be sure to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in NEUTRAL See Parking Brake on page 2 44 NEUTRAL N Shift to this setting only when your vehicle needs to be towed See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4 53 or Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 53 4 Wheel Low 4L0 This setting also engages your front axle and delivers extra torque You may never need 4LO It sends maxim...

Page 128: ...hift into 4HI until your vehicle has warmed up While in 4HI your vehicle can be driven at any posted legal speed limit Shifting In or Out of 4LO Notice Shifting the transfer case into 4LO while moving at speeds faster than 3 mph 5 km h may cause premature wear to the transfer case and may cause the gears to grind To avoid causing premature wear and grinding the gears do not shift the transfer case...

Page 129: ... information You can choose among four driving settings h 2HI This setting is used for driving in most street and highway situations Your front axle is not engaged in two wheel drive This setting also provides the best fuel economy AUTO 4WD This setting is ideal for use when road conditions are variable When driving your vehicle in AUTO 4WD the front axle is engaged but the vehicle s power is sent...

Page 130: ... only when towing your vehicle See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4 53 or Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 53 for more information Indicator lights in the switches show which setting your transfer case is in The indicator lights will come on briefly when you turn on the ignition and one will stay on If the lights do not come on you should take your vehicle to your dealer for service An indicator...

Page 131: ...ehicle is moving less than 3 mph 4 8 km h and the transmission is in NEUTRAL N After 30 seconds the transfer case will shift to 4HI mode Shifting Out of 4LO To shift from 4LO to 4HI AUTO 4WD or 2HI your vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph 4 8 km h with the transmission in NEUTRAL N and the ignition in RUN The preferred method for shifting out of 4LO is to have your vehicle moving 1 t...

Page 132: ...ARK P 11 Release the parking brake prior to towing Shifting Out of NEUTRAL To shift out of NEUTRAL 1 Set the parking brake and apply the regular brake pedal 2 Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL N and turn the ignition to RUN with the engine off 3 Press the button for the desired transfer case shift position 2HI 4HI AUTO 4WD or 4LO 4 After the transfer case has shifted out of NEUTRAL the red light w...

Page 133: ...ngs Transfer Case Settings Driving Conditions 2HI 4HI 4LO N Normal YES Severe YES Extreme YES Vehicle in Tow YES See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4 53 or Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 53 for further information h 2HI This setting is for driving in most street and highway situations Your front axle is not engaged in two wheel drive G 4HI This setting engages your front axle to help drive you...

Page 134: ...else could be seriously injured Be sure to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in NEUTRAL See Parking Brake on page 2 44 NEUTRAL Shift the vehicle s transfer case to NEUTRAL only when towing your vehicle See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4 53 or Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 53 for more information Shifting from 2HI to 4HI Press and release the 4HI switch This can be done ...

Page 135: ...tch You must wait for the 4HI indicator light to stop flashing and remain illuminated before shifting your transmission into gear If the 4HI switch is pressed when your vehicle is in gear and or moving the 4HI indicator light will flash for 30 seconds but will not complete the shift unless the vehicle is moving slower than 3 mph 4 8 km h and the transmission is in NEUTRAL N Shifting into NEUTRAL T...

Page 136: ... 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 All Wheel Drive If your vehicle has the SS package it may be equipped with all wheel drive With this feature engine power is sent to all four wheels all the time This is like four wheel drive but there is no separate lever or switch...

Page 137: ...ion is on when the parking brake is released the brake system warning light will go off Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Verify that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill see Towing a Trailer on page 4...

Page 138: ...l not move even when you are on fairly level ground use the steps that follow With four wheel drive if your transfer case is in NEUTRAL your vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift lever is in PARK P So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 71 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parki...

Page 139: ...ll go 3 Be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL N 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 47 ...

Page 140: ...u leave 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 Automatic Transmission If you are parking on a hill and you don t shift your transmission into PARK P properly the weight of the vehi...

Page 141: ... this key position 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 3 Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the vehicle and then shift to the gear you want 5 Have the system fixed as soon as you can Parking Your Vehicle CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the manual transmission is in gear Your or someone else could be seriously injured Be s...

Page 142: ...Parking Over Things That Burn CAUTION Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite Do not park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can burn 2 50 ...

Page 143: ... vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 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 144: ...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 46 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 145: ... Mirror Pull the tab under the mirror toward you to reduce glare from headlamps behind you after dark Push the tab away from you for normal daytime operation 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 Th...

Page 146: ...play will return If an abnormal temperature reading is displayed for an extended period of time please consult 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 ...

Page 147: ...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 148: ...ed with a passenger air bag indicator on the mirror glass just above the buttons If your vehicle has this feature the mirror will display the word ON or an air bag symbol in Canada when the passenger air bag is enabled For more information see Passenger Sensing System on page 1 80 Cleaning the Mirror When cleaning the mirror use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner Do not ...

Page 149: ...tivated Once the mirror is turned off it will remain off until it is turned back on or until the vehicle is restarted Compass Operation Press the COMP button once briefly to turn the compass on or off When the ignition and the compass feature are on the compass will show two character boxes for approximately two seconds After two seconds the mirror will display the compass heading Compass Calibrat...

Page 150: ...variance 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map 2 Press and hold the COMP button for five seconds until a zone number appears in the display 3 Press the COMP button on the bottom of the mirror until the new zone number appears in the display After you stop pressing the button the display will show a compass direction within a few seconds Passenger Air Bag I...

Page 151: ... just see the side of your vehicle and have a clear view of objects behind you The mirrors can be folded in to enter narrow areas The use of hood mounted air deflectors and add on convex mirror attachments may adversely affect mirror performance Outside Camper Type Mirrors If your vehicle is equipped with camper type mirrors they can be adjusted so you can have a clear view of the objects behind y...

Page 152: ...t C on the top and bottom of the outer mirror frame to tilt the mirror head Outside Power Mirrors If your vehicle is equipped with power outside mirrors the controls are located on the driver s door armrest Move the selector switch located above the control pad to the left or right to choose the mirror you want to adjust then press the dots located on the four way control pad to adjust the mirror ...

Page 153: ... Memory Seats under Memory Seat on page 2 67 for more information To fold or unfold the mirrors move the selector switch located about the mirror control to the middle position The mirror control will illuminate Press the right or left side of the mirror control to fold or unfold the mirrors You may notice the mirror glass adjust as the mirrors fold in this is normal The mirror glass will repositi...

Page 154: ...rror will return to its original position To change the preselected tilt position adjust the mirrors to the desired position while the vehicle is in REVERSE R When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE R this new position is saved in memory as the tilt position You may be able to enable disable this feature through the Driver Information Center See Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 54 Outsid...

Page 155: ...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 156: ...tual 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 on the road OnStar Steering Wheel Controls g If your vehicle is equipped with the steering wheel control buttons you can use them to in...

Page 157: ...r Console Storage Area Your vehicle may be equipped with a console compartment between the bucket seats To open it press the button and swing the console lid open Your vehicle may have a compact disc holder in the console Your console may have a cupholder that swings down for the rear seat passengers to use The front cupholder pulls out and swivels 180 to provide clearance between tall beverage co...

Page 158: ... Remove the tonneau cover from the notch in the front rail on the driver s side of the vehicle 3 Remove the three bows by gently pushing them against the spring loaded end The three bows are labeled front center rear to remind you of the order in which to reinstall them 2 66 ...

Page 159: ...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 both the driver s and passenger s outside mirror and the radio station presets The settings for these features can be personalized for both driver 1 and driver 2 Driver 1 or driver 2 corresponds to the me...

Page 160: ... to the numbers on the memory controls The seat and mirror positions can also be recalled when placing the key in the ignition if programmed to do so through the Driver Information Center DIC To stop recall movement of the memory seat feature at any time press one of the memory buttons or power seat controls Easy Exit Seat The controls for this memory function are located on the driver s door B Th...

Page 161: ...r 3 40 Battery Warning Light 3 42 Voltmeter Gage 3 42 Up Shift Light 3 43 Brake System Warning Light 3 44 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 45 Traction Off Light 3 46 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 3 47 Transmission Temperature Gage 3 47 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 3 49 Oil Pressure Gage 3 51 Cruise Control Light 3 52 Four Wheel Drive Light 3 52 Tow Haul Mode Light 3 53 Overdrive Disable 3 53...

Page 162: ...7 Radio Reception 3 128 Care of Your Cassette Tape Player 3 128 Care of Your CDs and DVDs 3 129 Care of Your CD and DVD Player 3 130 Cleaning the Video Screen 3 130 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 130 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 48 Contiguous US States 3 130 Chime Level Adjustment 3 130 Section 3 Instrument Panel 3 2 ...

Page 163: ... NOTES 3 3 ...

Page 164: ...Instrument Panel Overview 3 4 ...

Page 165: ...on page 3 72 J Comfort Control System See Climate Control System on page 3 20 K Instrument Panel Fuse Block Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 122 L Hood Release See Hood Release on page 5 10 M Steering Wheel Control Buttons If Equipped See Driver Information Center DIC on page 3 54 N Center Instrument Panel Utility Block See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5 122 O Parking Brake Release See P...

Page 166: ... 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 Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals won t work Other Warning Devices If you carry reflective triangles you can use them to warn others Set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet ...

Page 167: ...ide of the column To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Then move the steering wheel to a comfortable position and release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following Turn and Lane Change Signals Headlamp High Low Beam Changer Flash to Pass Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Cr...

Page 168: ...ster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows flash more quickly than normal a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers won t see your turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check for burned out bulbs and a blown fuse See Fuses and Circu...

Page 169: ... 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 your headlamps are in the automatic position or on low beam your high beam headlamps will turn on They ll stay on as long as you hold the leve...

Page 170: ... second solid band past the delay settings To stop the wipers move the band to off 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...

Page 171: ...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 172: ...e cruise symbol 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 l...

Page 173: ...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 control speed you set earlier Using Cruise Control on Hills How well your cruise control will work on hills depends upon your speed load and the steepness of the hills When going up steep hills you ma...

Page 174: ...ts the system into automatic headlamp mode Parking Lamps Turning the control to this position turns on the parking lamps together with the following Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Roof Marker Lamps if equipped 2 Headlamps Turning the switch to this position turns on the headlamps together with the previously listed lamps and lights You can switch your headla...

Page 175: ...ce you leave the garage it will take approximately one minute for the automatic headlamp system to change to DRL if it is bright enough outside During that delay your instrument panel cluster may not be as bright as usual Make sure your instrument panel brightness control is in the full bright position See Instrument Panel Brightness Control under Interior Lamps on page 3 18 To idle your vehicle w...

Page 176: ... also allow you to idle the vehicle with the DRL off The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brake or shift the transmission out of PARK P To idle a manual transmission equipped vehicle with the DRL off set the parking brake The DRL will stay off until you release the parking brake Fog Lamps If your vehicle has fog lamps use them for better vision in foggy or misty conditions The fog l...

Page 177: ...hen the switch wiring is connected to an auxiliary roof mounted lamp pressing the switch will activate the lamp and illuminate an indicator light near the switch Pressing the switch again will turn off the roof mounted lamp If your vehicle has this switch your vehicle may have the snow plow prep package For further information see Snow Plow Prep Package Cargo Lamp The cargo lamp button is located ...

Page 178: ...e override button is pressed in Entry Lighting Your vehicle is equipped with an illuminated entry feature When a door is opened the dome lamps will come on if the dome override button is in the out position If the dome override button is pressed in the lamps will not come on Front Reading Lamps If equipped the reading lamps are located on the overhead console To turn the reading lamps on or off pr...

Page 179: ... accessory power outlet located near the cigarette lighter if equipped The cigarette lighter is designed to fit only in the receptacle to the right of the accessory power outlet To use the outlet lift the cover When not using it always close the cover Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible to the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experien...

Page 180: ...ion in the instrument panel To use the cigarette lighter 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 heating element or a fuse could be blown Do not hold a cigarette lighter...

Page 181: ...t panel outlets Bi Level Air is delivered through the floor outlets as well as the instrument panel outlets The flow can be divided between vent and floor outlets depending upon where the knob is placed between the settings 6 Floor This setting directs most of the air through the floor outlets and the rest of the air is divided between the windshield defroster outlets and the side window defroster...

Page 182: ... the windshield and the side window vents Cooler air is directed to the upper vents and warmer air to the floor vents 6 Floor This mode directs most of the air to the floor vents with a little air directed to the windshield and the side window vents h Recirculation The recirculation mode is used to recirculate the air inside of your vehicle Use this mode to help prevent outside odors and or dust f...

Page 183: ...condensing on the cool window glass This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly There are two modes to choose from to clear fog or frost from your windshield Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers Use the defrost mode to remove fog or frost from the windshield more quickly Turn the right knob clockwise or counterclockwise to sele...

Page 184: ...he inside of the rear window If you do you could cut or damage the warming grid and the repairs wouldn t be covered by your warranty Do not attach a temporary vehicle license tape a decal or anything similar to the defogger grid Outlet Adjustment Use the air outlets located in the center and on the side of your instrument panel to direct the airflow Your vehicle has air outlets that allow you to a...

Page 185: ...ng 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 Dual Automatic Climate Control System With this system you can control the heating cooling and ventilation in your vehicle Your vehicle also has a flow through ventilatio...

Page 186: ... 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 187: ...mfort setting start with a 74 F 23 C temperature setting and allow about 20 minutes for the system to regulate Turn the driver s or passenger s side temperature knob to adjust the temperature setting as necessary 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 m...

Page 188: ...the button until the desired mode appears on the display If you press the mode button to select an air delivery mode the display will change to show you the selected air mode delivery The display will then show the current status of the system When the system is turned off the display will go blank after displaying the current status of the system H Panel This setting will deliver air to the instr...

Page 189: ...ature knob Press the up or down arrows on the fan switch the defrost button the AUTO button or the air conditioning button to turn the system on when it is off Display If you press the MODE button to select an 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...

Page 190: ...he 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 cool but sunny ...

Page 191: ...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 192: ...t airflow toward either seating area the floor or upward Move the center louvers up or down to direct the airflow Operation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlets free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects This helps air to ...

Page 193: ...the engine just to 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 w...

Page 194: ...our vehicle is running You ll know how fast you re going about how much fuel you have and many other things you ll need to know to drive safely and economically United States Heavy Duty Automatic Transmission version shown Canada Light Duty Automatic and Manual Transmission Clusters similar 3 34 ...

Page 195: ...eter is displayed will reset it To display the odometer reading with the ignition off press the reset button Engine Hour Meter Display The odometer can also display the number of hours the engine has run To display the hour meter turn the ignition off press and hold the reset button for at least four seconds The hour meter will be displayed for up to 30 seconds or until the ignition is turned on T...

Page 196: ...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 passenger sensing system if equipped the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the air bag system see Air Bag Systems on page 1 68 This light will come on wh...

Page 197: ...as been turned off This light will go off when you turn the air bag back on again See Air Bag Off Switch on page 1 75 for more on this including important safety information The AIR BAG OFF light will look like one of the following illustrations United States with Passenger Sensing System United States without Passenger Sensing System 3 37 ...

Page 198: ...Canada with Passenger Sensing System Canada without Passenger Sensing System 3 38 ...

Page 199: ...e air bag system The right front passenger s air bag could inflate even though the switch is off CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued If your vehicle is a regular cab pickup and this ever happens do not let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of a passenger air bag risk group sit in the right front passenger s position for example do not secure a rear facing child restrai...

Page 200: ...er air bag status indicator it means that the right front passenger s frontal air bag is enabled may inflate CAUTION If the on indicator comes on when you have a rear facing child restraint installed in the right front passenger s seat it means that the passenger sensing system has not turned off the passenger s frontal air bag A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or k...

Page 201: ...nd help protect the person sitting there Don t turn off the passenger s air bag unless the person sitting there is in a risk group See Air Bag Off Switch in the Index 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 system See your d...

Page 202: ...system problem Have it checked right away Driving with this light displayed could drain your battery If you must drive a short distance with this light displayed it helps to turn off all your accessories such as the radio and the air conditioner Voltmeter Gage When your engine is not running but the ignition is in RUN this gage shows your battery s state of charge in DC volts When the engine is ru...

Page 203: ...lf 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 If you must drive turn off all unnecessary accessories Readings in either warning zone indicate a possible problem in the electrical system Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible Up Shift Light This light is used on some models with manual ...

Page 204: ...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 205: ...ur vehicle needs service You will also hear a chime sound when the light is on steady If the regular brake system warning light isn t on you still have brakes but you don t have anti lock brakes If the regular brake system warning light is also on you don t have anti lock brakes and there s a problem with your regular brakes In addition to both lights you will also hear a chime sound on the first ...

Page 206: ...ve the shift lever to FIRST 1 the light 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 8 The light will come on and stay on if the TAS automatic engagement feature has been turned off To turn the system...

Page 207: ...5 Transmission Temperature Gage Your vehicle may be equipped with a transmission temperature gage When your ignition is on the gage shows the temperature of the transmission fluid The normal operating range is from 100 F 38 C to about 265 F 130 C At approximately 265 F 130 C the driver information center will display a TRANSMISSION HOT message and the transmission will enter a transmission protect...

Page 208: ...otice 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 transmission temperature gage reading is above normal See your dealer for service The following situations can cause the transmission to operate at higher ...

Page 209: ...This could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty Notice Modifications made to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria TPC can affect your vehicle s emission controls and may cause this light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead...

Page 210: ... installed A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off Did you just drive through a deep puddle of water If so your electrical system may be wet The condition will usually be corrected when the electrical system dries out A few driving trips should turn the light off Have you recently cha...

Page 211: ...The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if you have recently replaced your battery or if your battery has run down The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving This may take several days of routine driving If you have done this and your vehicle still does not pass the inspection for lack of OBD system readine...

Page 212: ...ur vehicle serviced Notice Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil 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 7 Four Wheel Drive Light The four ...

Page 213: ...The overdrive disable feature will prevent your vehicle from shifting into fifth 5 gear Fuel Gage When the ignition is on the fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left in your tank The gage will first indicate empty before you are out of fuel and you should get more fuel as soon as possible When the fuel tank is low the Low Fuel message will appear See Driver Information Center DIC on ...

Page 214: ...sel Engine Supplement Low Fuel Warning Light The light next to the fuel gage will come on briefly when you are starting the engine This light comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel To turn it off add fuel to the fuel tank See Fuel on page 5 4 Driver Information Center DIC The DIC display is located on the instrument panel cluster above the steering wheel The DIC can display information such as...

Page 215: ...nt 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 Button Press the trip information button to scroll through the ODOMETER PERSONAL TRIP ON OFF BUSINESS TRIP ON OFF HOURMETER ANNUAL LOG and TIMER If the personal trip and or the busin...

Page 216: ...reset personal or business trip information press and hold the select button for approximately one second while in one of the personal or business trip modes This will reset all of the information for the personal or business trip You can also reset the PERSONAL XX MI or BUSINESS XX MI while they are displayed by pressing the reset stem on the cluster If you press and hold the reset stem or select...

Page 217: ...fuel information button to scroll through the range average fuel economy instant fuel economy and the GM Oil Life System If your vehicle is not equipped with DIC steering wheel control buttons you will not be able to display the fuel information Fuel Range Press the fuel information button until RANGE appears to display the remaining distance you can drive without refueling It s based on fuel econ...

Page 218: ...ot replace the need to maintain your vehicle as recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual Also the oil change reminder will not detect dusty conditions or engine malfunctions that may affect the oil Also the oil change reminder does not measure how much oil you have in your engine So be sure to check your oil level often See Engine Oil on page 5 17 Personalization Button You can progr...

Page 219: ...efault The headlamps will flash and the horn will chirp when the alarm is active ALARM WARNING OFF There will be no alarm warning on activation ALARM WARNING HORN The horn will chirp when the alarm is active ALARM WARNING LAMPS The headlamps will flash when the alarm is active Choose one of the four options and press the personalization button while your choice is displayed on the DIC to select it...

Page 220: ... 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 automatic door locks see Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 2 10 Delayed Locking If your DIC does not have this feature you can still program the delayed locking feature See Delayed Locking on page 2 9 for more information When locking the ...

Page 221: ... put the key in the ignition SEAT POSITION RECALL ON REMOTE The memory seat position you saved will be recalled when you unlock the vehicle with the remote keyless entry transmitter Choose one of the three 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 seat position recall see Memory Seat on page 2 ...

Page 222: ... button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature Remote Unlock Feedback Press the personalization button until REMOTE UNLOCK FEEDBACK appears in the display To select your personalization for the feedback you will receive when unlocking the vehicle with the remote keyless entry transmitter press the select button while REMOTE UNLOCK FEEDBACK is displayed on the...

Page 223: ...t and move on to the next feature Curb View Assist Press the personalization button until CURB VIEW ASSIST appears in the display To select your personalization for curb view assist press the select button while CURB VIEW ASSIST is displayed on the DIC Pressing the select button will scroll through the following choices CURB VIEW OFF default Neither outside mirror will be tilted down when the vehi...

Page 224: ...xit see Memory Seat on page 2 67 Display Units ENG MET Press the personalization button until DISPLAY UNITS appears in the display To select English or metric press the select button while DISPLAY UNITS is displayed on the DIC Pressing the select button will scroll through the following choices UNITS ENGLISH UNITS METRIC If you choose English all information will be displayed in English units For ...

Page 225: ...rip odometers turn off the FUEL LEVEL LOW message and toggle through the languages you can select the DIC to display information in DIC Warnings and Messages Warning messages are displayed on the DIC to notify the driver that the status of the vehicle has changed and that some action may be needed by the driver to correct the condition If there is more than one message that needs to be displayed t...

Page 226: ...ckled and the passenger s seatbelt is unbuckled with the passenger airbag enabled Press the select button to acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display CARGO LAMP ON If the cargo lamp is on this message will appear on the DIC and you will hear a chime Turn off the vehicle and check the liftgate Restart the vehicle and check for the message on the DIC display Press the select button...

Page 227: ...o allow the coolant to reach a safe temperature This message will clear when the coolant temperature drops to safe operating temperature 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...

Page 228: ...the low oil pressure has been corrected Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced OIL LIFE RESET This message will appear on the display for about 10 seconds after resetting the change engine oil message PASSENGER DOOR AJAR If the passenger s door is not fully closed this message will appear on the display and you will hear a chime Stop and turn off the vehicle check the do...

Page 229: ...on the DIC Press the select button to acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display SERVICE AIRBAG If there is a problem with the air bag system this message will be displayed on the DIC Have a qualified technician inspect the system for problems Press the select button to acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM If there is a problem with the brak...

Page 230: ...ve vacuum power assist for braking The brake CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued pedal will be harder to push and it will take longer to stop If you continue to drive with this message displayed it can lead to a crash Have the brake system serviced as soon as possible SERVICE 4 WHEEL STEER If a problem occurs with the 4 wheel steer system this message will appear on the DIC If this message appears...

Page 231: ...system will activate and this message will appear on the DIC For more information see Traction Assist in the Index TRANSMISSION HOT If the transmission fluid temperature becomes high the message center will display this message When the transmission enters the protection mode you may notice a change in the transmission shifting patterns When the transmission fluid temperature returns to normal the...

Page 232: ...r 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 while transmission temperature warning is displayed TURN SIGNAL ON If a turn signal is left on for 3 4 of a mile 1 2 km this message will appear on the display and you will hear a chime Move the turn signal multifu...

Page 233: ...hold MIN until the correct minute appears on the display The time may be set with the ignition on or off Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems RDS Your radio may have a button marked with an H or HR to represent hours and an M or MN to represent minutes Press and hold the hour button until the correct hour appears on the display Press and hold the minute button until the correct minu...

Page 234: ...w to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there To scan stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for two seconds until you hear a beep The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press either SEEK arrow again to stop scanning To scan preset stations press and hold either SEEK arrow for more than four seconds until you hear two beeps The radio...

Page 235: ...djust bass or treble to the middle position select BAS or TRE Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep B and a zero or T and a zero will appear on the display To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls to the middle position end out of audio by waiting for the display to change to the time display Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds unti...

Page 236: ... will appear on the display Fade may not be available if you have a regular cab model Radio Messages CAL Calibrated Your audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If CAL appears on the display it means that your radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and must be returned to the dealer for service LOC Locked This message is displayed when the Theftlock syst...

Page 237: ...t programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service 48 Contiguous US States XM is a continental U S based satellite radio service that offers 100 coast to coast channels including music news sports talk and children s programming XM provides digital quality audio and text information including song title and artist name A service fee is required in order to receive...

Page 238: ...row to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there The radio will seek only to stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal q SCAN r Press and hold either arrow for more than two seconds SCAN will appear on the display and you will hear a beep The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press either arrow again ...

Page 239: ...esigned for country western jazz talk pop rock and classical Selecting CUSTOM or changing bass or treble returns the EQ to the manual bass and treble settings The radio will save separate AUTO EQ settings for each preset and source If you radio is equipped with the Bose audio system your equalization settings are either CUSTOM or TALK Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance...

Page 240: ...gram type NONE will appear on the display and the radio will return to the last station you were listening to SCAN You can scan the stations within a PTY by performing 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 either SCAN arrow and the radio wil...

Page 241: ...r a CD is playing If a CD is playing play will stop during the announcement You will not be able to turn off alert announcements ALERT will not be affected by tests of the emergency broadcast system This feature is not supported by all RDS stations INFO Information If the current station has a message the information symbol will appear on the display Press this button to see the message The messag...

Page 242: ... it If no station is found NO TRAFFIC will appear on the display If TRAF is on the display you can press the TRAF button to turn off the traffic announcements Your radio will play the traffic announcement even if the volume is low Your 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 Me...

Page 243: ...ion that is blocking the XM signal When you move into an open area the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay Your radio 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 ...

Page 244: ...ed Your system is working properly XM Locked Theft lock active The XM receiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If you receive this message after having your vehicle serviced check with the servicing facility Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If you tune to channel 0 you will see this message alternati...

Page 245: ... method of recording the quality of the music that has been recorded and the way the CD R has been handled You may experience an increase in skipping difficulty in finding tracks and or difficulty in loading 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 Do not play 3 inch CDs without a standard adapter CD If an error ...

Page 246: ...the current or to the previous track Press the right arrow to go to the start of the next track If you hold either arrow or press it more than once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD q SCAN r To scan the CD press and hold either SCAN arrow for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep Use this feature to listen to 10 seconds of each...

Page 247: ...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 your radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Radio with Cassette and CD If...

Page 248: ...t programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service 48 Contiguous US States XM is a continental U S based satellite radio service that offers 100 coast to coast channels including music news sports talk and children s programming XM provides digital quality audio and text information including song title and artist name A service fee is required in order to receive...

Page 249: ...arrow to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there The radio will seek only to stations that are in the selected band and only to those with a strong signal q SCAN r Press and hold either arrow for more than two seconds SCAN will appear on the display and you will hear a beep The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press either arrow agai...

Page 250: ...ed for country western jazz talk pop rock and classical Selecting CUSTOM or changing bass or treble returns the EQ to the manual bass and treble settings The radio will save separate AUTO EQ settings for each preset and source If you radio is equipped with the Bose audio system your equalization settings are either CUSTOM or TALK Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance betw...

Page 251: ...gram type NONE will appear on the display and the radio will return to the last station you were listening to SCAN You can scan the stations within a PTY by performing 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 either SCAN arrow and the radio wil...

Page 252: ... or CD is playing If a cassette tape or CD is playing play will stop during the announcement You will not be able to turn off alert announcements ALERT will not be affected by tests of the emergency broadcast system This feature is not supported by all RDS stations INFO Information If the current station has a message the information symbol will appear on the display Press this button to see the m...

Page 253: ... station is found NO TRAFFIC will appear on the display If TRAF is on the display you can press the TRAF button to turn off the traffic announcements Your radio will play the traffic announcement even if the volume is low Your radio will interrupt the play of a cassette tape or CD if the last tuned station broadcasts traffic announcements This function does not apply to XM Satellite Radio Service ...

Page 254: ...ion that is blocking the XM signal When you move into an open area the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay Your radio 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 ...

Page 255: ...ed Your system is working properly XM Locked Theft lock active The XM receiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If you receive this message after having your vehicle serviced check with the servicing facility Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If you tune to channel 0 you will see this message alternati...

Page 256: ...ly when a metal or chrome tape is inserted If an error appears on the display see Cassette Tape Messages later in this section 1 PREV Previous Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for previous to work Press this pushbutton to go to the previous selection on the tape if the current selection has been playing for less than three seconds If pressed when the cur...

Page 257: ...the current side of the tape Press either SCAN arrow again to stop scanning Your tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for scan to work BAND Press this button to listen to the radio when a cassette tape or CD is playing The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening TAPE DISC Press this button to play a cassette tape or CD when li...

Page 258: ...sed Playing a CD Insert a CD partway into the slot label side up The player will pull it in and the CD should begin playing The CD symbol will appear on the display If you want to insert a CD with the ignition off first press the eject button or the DISPL knob If you turn off the ignition or radio with the CD in the player it will stay in the player When you turn on the ignition or the radio the C...

Page 259: ... times the normal playing speed Release it to play the passage ET and the elapsed time of the track will appear on the display 6 RDM Random Press this pushbutton to hear the tracks in random rather than sequential order RDM ON will appear on the display RDM T and the track number will appear on the display when each track starts to play Press this pushbutton again to turn off random play RDM OFF w...

Page 260: ... 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 your radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Listening to a DVD If your vehicle has t...

Page 261: ...ses a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station While you are tuned to an RDS station the station name or the call letters will appear on the display instead of the frequency RDS stations may also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program bein...

Page 262: ... time Pressing this knob with the ignition off will display the time For XM 48 contiguous US states if equipped press the RCL knob while in XM mode to retrieve four different categories of information related to the current song or channel Artist Song Title Category or PTY Channel Number Channel Name To change the default on the display press the RCL knob until you see the display you want then ho...

Page 263: ...or XM2 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press AUTO EQ to select the equalization 5 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until you hear a beep Whenever you press that numbered pushbutton the station you set will return and the equalization that you selected will be automatically stored for that pushbutton 6 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton Setting the Tone Bass Treble AUDIO Push th...

Page 264: ... 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 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...

Page 265: ...an for stations with the selected PTY 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 stronger stations To turn alternate frequency off press and hold BAND again for two seconds...

Page 266: ... can view an old 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 current ...

Page 267: ...signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay Your radio 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 assigned Tune t...

Page 268: ...eceiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If you receive this message after having your vehicle serviced check with the servicing facility Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If you tune to channel 0 you will see this message alternating with your XM Radio 8 digit radio ID label This label is needed to ac...

Page 269: ... try a known good CD Do not add paper labels to CDs they could get caught in the CD player Do not play 3 inch CDs without a standard adapter CD 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...

Page 270: ...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 271: ...ack 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 seconds RPT will appear on the display Press RPT again to turn off repeat play RDM Random With random you can listen to the trac...

Page 272: ...d the knob until the display flashes The selected display will now be the default BAND Press this button to play the radio when a CD s is in the player Using Song List Mode The six disc CD changer has a feature called song list This feature is capable of saving 20 track selections To save tracks into the song list feature perform the following steps 1 Turn the CD player on and load it with at leas...

Page 273: ... 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 list To delete the entire song list perform the following steps 1 Turn the CD player on 2 Press the SONG LIST button to turn song list on S LIST will appear on the display 3 Press and hold ...

Page 274: ... 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 To stop listening to the DVD press the CD AUX button if a CD is loaded or press the BAND but...

Page 275: ...VD player When using the wired headphones if the front seat passengers play a CD in the Radio with Six Disc CD if equipped or use XM Satellite Radio Service 48 contiguous US states 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 ...

Page 276: ... with the label side up into the loading slot The DVD player will continue loading the disc and the player will automatically start if the vehicle ignition is in RUN ACCESSORY or when RAP is active If a disc is already in the player press the play pause button on the face of the DVD player or on the remote control Some DVDs will not allow you to fast forward or skip the copyright information or pr...

Page 277: ...s not compatible with the region code of the DVD player No Disc This message will be displayed if any of the buttons on the DVD faceplate or remote control are pressed and no disc is present in the DVD player Parental Control Button This button is located behind the video screen Press this button while a DVD or CD is playing to freeze the video and mute the audio The video screen will display Pare...

Page 278: ...press the desired button Direct sunlight or very bright light may affect the ability of the entertainment system to receive signals from the remote control If the remote control does not seem to be working the batteries may need to be replaced See Battery Replacement later in this section Objects blocking the line of sight may also affect the function of the remote control Notice Do not store the ...

Page 279: ...y not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews 1 through 0 Numeric Keypad The remote control numeric keypad provides you with the capability of direct chapter title and track number selection Press this button within 3 seconds after inputting a numeric selection to clear all numeric inputs Press this button before inputting the number 10 Press the button to select cha...

Page 280: ... this button to advance to the beginning of the next track or chapter This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews Battery Replacement To change the batteries do the following 1 Remove the battery compartment door located on the bottom of the remote control 2 Replace the two AA batteries in the compartment Make sure that they are installed correctly us...

Page 281: ...partment 3 Tighten the screw to close the compartment door Notice Do not store the headphones in heat or direct sunlight This could damage the headphones and repairs would not be covered by your warranty Keep the headphones stored in a cool dry place 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 ar...

Page 282: ...l always transmit the audio signal by infrared to the wireless headphones if there is audio available See Headphones previously for more information The RSE system is capable of outputting audio to the vehicle speakers by using the radio The RSE system may be selected as an audio source on the radio if the RSE system power is on Once the RSE system is selected as an audio source on the radio you m...

Page 283: ...tings in the display menu The disc was ejected but it was pulled back into the DVD player The disc is being stored in the DVD player Press the eject button again to eject the disc Problem Recommended Action In auxiliary mode the picture moves or scrolls Check the auxiliary input connections at both devices Change the Video Format to PAL or NTSC The language in the audio or on the screen is wrong C...

Page 284: ...d permanently damage the disc and DVD player Problem Recommended Action Sometimes the wireless headphone audio cuts out or buzzes Check for obstructions low batteries reception range and interference from cellular telephone towers or by using your cellular telephone in the vehicle Check that the headphones are facing the front of the vehicle I lost the remote and or the headphones See your dealer ...

Page 285: ...e the driver listens to the radio through the front speakers The rear seat passengers have control of the volume for each set of headphones The front seat audio controls always override the RSA controls Rear Seat Audio Controls The following functions are controlled by the RSA system buttons P Power Press this button to turn the rear seat audio system on or off The rear speakers will be muted when...

Page 286: ...k if more than eight seconds have played If the CD player on the front radio is in use you cannot seek through different tracks PROG Program The front passengers must be listening to something different for each of these functions to work Press this button to go to the preset radio stations set on the pushbuttons on the main radio When a cassette tape is playing press this button to go to the othe...

Page 287: ... Q SOURCE R Press this button to select FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 48 contiguous US states if equipped or a cassette tape or CD The cassette or CD must be loaded to play Available loaded sources are shown on the display as a tape or a CD symbol Q SEEK R Press the up or the down arrow to go to the next or to the previous radio station and stay there If a cassette tape or CD is playing the player will...

Page 288: ...ed sound quality ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they are not they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player Your tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use Your radio may display CLEAN to indicate that you have used your tape player for ...

Page 289: ...e head This type of cleaning cassette will not eject on its own A non scrubbing action cleaner may not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner The use of a non scrubbing action dry type cleaning cassette is not recommended After you clean the player press and hold the eject button for five seconds to reset the CLEAN indicator The radio will display or CLEANED to show the indicator was re...

Page 290: ...g is required tighten by hand then with a wrench one quarter turn XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 48 Contiguous US States Your XM Satellite Radio antenna is located on the roof of your vehicle Keep this antenna clear of snow and ice build up for clear radio reception Chime Level Adjustment The radio is the vehicle chime producer To change the volume level press and hold pushbutton 6 with the ign...

Page 291: ...n Rain and on Wet Roads 4 37 City Driving 4 40 Freeway Driving 4 41 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 42 Highway Hypnosis 4 43 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 44 Winter Driving 4 46 If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 50 Towing 4 53 Towing Your Vehicle 4 53 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 53 Loading Your Vehicle 4 57 Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment 4 64 Truck Camper Loading Information 4 68 T...

Page 292: ... 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 resulting injury Ask a passenger to help do things like this or pull off the road in a safe place to do them yourself These simple defensive driving techniques ...

Page 293: ...drinking depends upon four things The amount of alcohol consumed The drinker s body weight The amount of food that is consumed before and during drinking The length of time it has taken the drinker to consume the alcohol According to the American Medical Association a 180 lb 82 kg person who drinks three 12 ounce 355 ml bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a BAC of about 0 06 percent The pe...

Page 294: ...t BAC levels above 0 05 percent Statistics show that the chance of being in a collision increases sharply for drivers who have a BAC of 0 05 percent or above A driver with a BAC level of 0 06 percent has doubled his or her chance of having a collision At a BAC level of 0 10 percent the chance of this driver having a collision is 12 times greater at a level of 0 15 percent the chance is 25 times gr...

Page 295: ...r if you are with a group designate a driver who will not drink Control of a Vehicle You have three systems that make your vehicle go where you want it to go They are the brakes the steering and the accelerator All three systems have to do their work at the places where the tires meet the road Sometimes as when you are driving on snow or ice it is easy to ask more of those control systems than the...

Page 296: ...applied Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops Your brakes will wear out much faster if you do a lot of heavy braking If you keep pace with the traffic and allow realistic following distances you will eliminate a lot of unne...

Page 297: ... a 10 second chime The lights and chime will come on each time the ignition is turned on until the problem is repaired See your dealer for service Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you You slam on the brakes and continue braking Here s what happens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels is about to s...

Page 298: ...lows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes Using Anti Lock Do not pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti lock work for you You may feel the brakes vibrate or you may notice some noise but this is normal Braking in Emergencies With anti lock you can steer and brake at the same time In many emergencies steering can help y...

Page 299: ...n Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 7 When the traction off light is on the TAS is off and will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly The traction off light will come on under the following conditions The Traction Assist System is turned off either by pressing the TAS on off button or by turning off the automatic engagement feature of the TAS The transmission is in FIRST 1 TAS wi...

Page 300: ...at any time by pressing the button again The traction off light should go off If desired you can change the TAS automatic engagement feature so that the system will not come on automatically when the engine is started To do so 1 Park the vehicle with the ignition off and the transmission in PARK P 2 Turn the ignition to RUN do not start the engine 3 Apply the brake pedal shift into NEUTRAL N press...

Page 301: ...trol the button should be pressed in with the indicator light lit This switch position indicates FIRM levels of ride control or damping The following guide can also be used to help determine the best setting NORMAL The indicator light will not be lit when the system is in this setting Use for normal city and highway driving This setting provides a smooth soft ride when the vehicle is unloaded FIRM...

Page 302: ...le on wet ice you will understand this The traction you can get in a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you are in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work w...

Page 303: ...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 304: ...h three different driving modes Two wheel steering 2 Four wheel steering 4 Four wheel steering with a trailer mode _ The switch is located on the instrument panel 2 In this mode the vehicle will operate like any other vehicle with two wheel steering If you want to use 2 wheel steer mode and your vehicle is not in this mode press the button until the 2 indicator located to the right of the 4 Wheel ...

Page 305: ...rns such as during parking cornering and turning into tight spaces At higher speeds the front and rear wheels will turn in the same direction This improves stability of the vehicle during lane changes and sweeping turns _ 4 Wheel Steer tow mode When towing a trailer the 4 wheel steer tow mode provides enhanced stability allowing the trailer to follow the path of the tow vehicle more closely especi...

Page 306: ...slightly off center For more information see Towing a Trailer on page 4 71 Car Washes for QUADRASTEER Equipped Vehicles Notice Because your vehicle has a wider rear track a small number of older car washes may be too narrow for your vehicle Conveyor systems on some automatic car washes may damage your vehicle Only use conveyor system car washes with 13 inch 33 cm wide conveyor rails and or station...

Page 307: ...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 308: ...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 309: ...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 310: ...igns Surfaces can be slippery rough uphill or downhill In short you have gone right back to nature Off road driving involves some new skills And that is why it is very important that you read this guide You will find many driving tips and suggestions These will help make your off road driving safer and more enjoyable If you think you will need some more ground clearance at the front of your vehicl...

Page 311: ... lower dam assembly away from the retainers until the lower dam is free When you are back on roads though be sure to replace the air dam Notice Operating your vehicle for extended periods without the front bumper lower air dam installed can cause improper air flow to the engine and may allow things like fog lamps or tow hooks on the front of your vehicle to be damaged Always be sure to replace the...

Page 312: ... the information about your four wheel drive vehicle in this manual Is there enough fuel Is the spare tire fully inflated Are the fluid levels up where they should be What are the local laws that apply to off roading where you will be driving If you do not know you should check with law enforcement people in the area Will you be on someone s private land If so be sure to get the necessary permissi...

Page 313: ...res on page 5 73 Environmental Concerns Off road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation However it also raises environmental concerns GM recognizes 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 obey all post...

Page 314: ...we 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 vehic...

Page 315: ...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 316: ...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 317: ... more power than you need because you do not want your wheels to start spinning or sliding Try to drive straight up the hill if at all possible If the path twists and turns you might want to find another route CAUTION Turning or driving across steep hills can be dangerous You could lose traction slide sideways and possibly roll over You could be seriously injured or killed When driving up hills al...

Page 318: ...hicle stalls or is about to stall and I can not make it up the hill A If this happens there are some things you should do and there are some things you must not do First here is what you should do Push the brake pedal to stop the vehicle and keep it from rolling backwards Also apply the parking brake If your engine is still running shift the transmission to REVERSE R release the parking brake and ...

Page 319: ... vehicle will roll backwards very quickly and you could go out of control Instead apply the regular brake to stop the vehicle Then apply the parking brake Shift to REVERSE R release the parking brake and slowly back straight down CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P This is because the NEUTRAL position on the transfer ca...

Page 320: ... be able to maintain vehicle control What is the surface like Smooth Rough Slippery Hard packed dirt Gravel Are there hidden surface obstacles Ruts Logs Boulders What is at the bottom of the hill Is there a hidden creek bank or even a river bottom with large rocks If you decide you can go down a hill safely then try to keep your vehicle headed straight down and use a low gear This way engine drag ...

Page 321: ...on in NEUTRAL N or with the clutch pedal pressed down in a manual shift This is called free wheeling Your brakes will have to do all the work and could overheat and fade Q Am I likely to stall when going downhill A It is much more likely to happen going uphill But if it happens going downhill here is what to do Stop your vehicle by applying the regular brakes Apply the parking brake Shift to PARK ...

Page 322: ...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 323: ...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 324: ... 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 325: ...angerous Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream and you and your CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued passengers could drown If it is only shallow water it can still wash away the ground from under your tires and you could lose traction and roll the vehicle over Do not drive through rushing water See Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads on page 4 37 for more information on driving through water A...

Page 326: ...our headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you are tired pull off the road in a safe place and rest No one can see as well at night as in the daytime But as we get older these differences increase A 50 year old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20 year old What you do in the daytime can also affect your ...

Page 327: ...eatedly Remember that your headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it is easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as your headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from night blindness the inability to see in dim light and are not even aware of it Driving in...

Page 328: ...ns of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems too The water may affect your brakes Try to avoid 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 qu...

Page 329: ...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 330: ...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 73 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 40...

Page 331: ... 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 turnpikes or superhighways are the safest of all roads But they have their own special rules The most important advice on freeway dri...

Page 332: ...ance Expect to move slightly slower at night When you want to leave the freeway move to the proper lane well in advance If you miss your exit do not under any circumstances stop and back up Drive on to the next exit The exit ramp can be curved sometimes quite sharply The exit speed is usually posted Reduce your speed according to your speedometer not to your sense of motion After driving for any d...

Page 333: ...t just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Do not let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second an...

Page 334: ...ood 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 not work well Yo...

Page 335: ...wer gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane As you go over the top of a hill be alert There could be something in your lane like a stalled car or an accident You may...

Page 336: ...r a small brush or broom a supply of windshield washer fluid a rag some winter outer clothing a small shovel a flashlight a red cloth and 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 4 46 ...

Page 337: ...ng on wet ice until salt and sand crews can get there Whatever the condition smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution If you have traction assist keep the system on It will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road But you can turn the traction system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud ice or snow See If You Are Stuck In Sand Mud Ice or Snow ...

Page 338: ...nd buildings or under bridges Sometimes the surface of a curve or an overpass may remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you are actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You Are Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should proba...

Page 339: ...in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe 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 ...

Page 340: ...ast 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 wheel...

Page 341: ...ur 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 unless you have the SS Model you can use your recovery hooks if your vehicle has them If you do need to be towed out see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 53 Using the Recovery Hooks Except SS Model Notice SS Models ha...

Page 342: ...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 52 ...

Page 343: ... 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 344: ... of its wheels on the ground If your vehicle must be towed see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4 53 Notice Towing an all wheel drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground or even with only two of its wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components Do not tow an all wheel drive vehicle if any of its wheels will be on the ground For four wheel drive vehicles use the following procedure to to...

Page 345: ... 33 for the proper procedure to select the neutral position 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 ...

Page 346: ...c transmission to PARK P or a manual transmission to FIRST 1 3 Turn the engine off but leave the ignition on 4 Firmly set the parking brake 5 Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the tow dolly CAUTION Shifting a four wheel drive vehicle s transfer case into NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in Park P for an automatic transmission or if your vehicle is in gear...

Page 347: ...m front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your vehicle handles These could cause you to lose control and crash Also overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label A Vehicle Capacity Weight The Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the center pillar near the driver s door latch Vehicles without a center ...

Page 348: ...d weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage lo...

Page 349: ...nt 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 x 5 750 lbs 340 kg C Available Cargo Weight 250 lbs 113 kg Example 1 Example 2 4 59 ...

Page 350: ...y weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Tire Label The Certification Tire label is found on the rear edge of the driver s door The label shows the size of your original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle This is called the GVWR Gro...

Page 351: ...top or collision things carried in the bed of your truck could shift forward and come into the passenger area injuring you and others If you put things in the bed of your truck you should make sure they are properly secured CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the GVWR or either the maximum front or rear GAWR If you do parts on your vehicle can break and it can change the way your veh...

Page 352: ...hild restraint in your vehicle When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Do not leave a seat folded down unless you need to There s also important loading information for off road driving in this manual See Loading Your Vehicle for Off Road Driving under Off Road Driving on page 4 20 Payload Payload capacity is the maximum load capacity that your vehicle can carry Be s...

Page 353: ...ting GAWR of the front or rear axle Add On Equipment When you carry removable items you may need to put a limit on how many people you carry inside your vehicle Be sure to weigh your vehicle before you buy and install the new equipment Notice Overloading your vehicle may cause damage Repairs would not be covered by your warranty Do not overload your vehicle Remember not to exceed the Gross Axle We...

Page 354: ...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 355: ...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 356: ...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 357: ...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 358: ...cle on page 4 57 Truck Camper Loading Information Notice Installing a truck camper to a vehicle that is equipped with the SS trim package could damage the vehicle Do not install a truck camper on a vehicle equipped with the SS trim package This label is inside the glove box It will tell you if your vehicle can carry a slide in camper how much of a load your vehicle can carry and how to correctly s...

Page 359: ...ar Here is an example of proper truck and camper match A Camper Center of Gravity B Recommended Center of Gravity Location Zone The camper s center of gravity should fall within the center of gravity zone for your vehicle s cargo load You must weigh any accessories or other equipment that you add to your vehicle Then subtract this extra weight from the CWR This extra weight may shorten the center ...

Page 360: ...ck Camper Loading Trailer Recommendations You must subtract your hitch loads from the CWR for your vehicle Weigh your vehicle with the trailer attached so that you won t go over the GVWR or GAWR If you are using a weight distributing hitch weigh the vehicle without the spring bars in place You ll get the best performance if you spread out the weight of your load the right way and if you choose the...

Page 361: ...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 362: ...r in at the heavier loads If you have an automatic transmission 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 such as under heavy loads and or hilly conditions If you have a manual transmission and you are towing a trailer it s better not to use the highest gear See Tow Haul Mode Light on page 3 ...

Page 363: ...or heavy load through rolling terrain When pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load in stop and go traffic When pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load in busy parking lots where improved low speed control of the vehicle is desired Operating the vehicle in Tow Haul when lightly loaded or with no trailer at all will not cause damage However there is no benefit to the selection of t...

Page 364: ...ff road suspension is required on K 1500 models Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR C 1500 Regular Cab Short Box 2WD 4300 V6 Auto 3 08 3 42 4 600 lbs 2 087kg 5 100 lbs 2 313kg 9 000 lbs 4 082 kg 9 500 lbs 4 309 kg 4300 V6 Manual 3 08 3 42 3 600 lbs 1 633 kg 4 100 lbs 1 860 kg 8 000 lbs 3 628 kg 8 500 lbs 3 855 kg 4800 V8 Auto 3 42 3 73 6 500 lbs 2 948 kg 7 500 lbs 3 401 kg 11 000 lbs 4 ...

Page 365: ...897 kg 5300 V8 w 4WS 3 73 4 10 7 700 lbs 3 493 kg 8 700 lbs 3 946 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 1 500 lbs 680 kg maximum Maximum 8 000 lbs 3 628 kg for fifth wheel or gooseneck Maximum 7 500 lbs 3 401 kg for fifth wheel or gooseneck Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR C 1500 Crew Cab Sh...

Page 366: ...bs 4 313 kg 4300 V6 Manual 3 08 3 42 3 400 lbs 1 542 kg 3 900 lbs 1 769 kg 8 000 lbs 3 632 kg 8 500 lbs 3 859 kg 4800 V8 Auto 3 42 3 73 6 300 lbs 2 857 kg 7 300 lbs 3 311 kg 11 000 lbs 4 994 kg 12 000 lbs 5 448 kg 4800 V8 Manual 3 42 3 73 4 300 lbs 1 950 kg 5 300 lbs 2 404 kg 9 000 lbs 4 086 kg 10 000 lbs 4 540 kg 5300 V8 3 42 3 73 7 300 lbs 3 311 kg 8 300 lbs 3 764 kg 12 000 lbs 5 448 kg 13 000 l...

Page 367: ...hicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K 1500 Regular Cab Short Box 4WD 4300 V6 Auto 3 42 3 73 4 800 lbs 2 177 kg 5 300 lbs 2 404 kg 9 500 lbs 4 313 kg 10 000 lbs 4 540 kg 4300 V6 Manual 3 42 3 73 3 800 lbs 1 724 kg 4 300 lbs 1 950 kg 8 500 lbs 3 859 kg 9 000 lbs 4 086 kg 4800 V8 Auto 3 73 4 10 7 200 lbs 3 265 kg 8 200 lbs 3 719 kg 12 000 lbs 5 448 kg 13 000 lbs 5 902 kg 4800 V8 Manual 3 73 ...

Page 368: ...0 lbs 3 810 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg Maximum weight 7 700 lbs 3 492 kg for fifth wheel or gooseneck K 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 4WD 6000 V8 3 73 4 10 8 000 lbs 3 629 kg 10 000 lbs 4 535 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 6000 V8 w 4WS 3 73 4 10 7 700 lbs 3 492 kg 9 700 lbs 4 399 kg 14 000 lbs 6 356 kg 16 000 lbs 7 264 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight 15 percent to...

Page 369: ... 000 lbs 6 350 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 1 500 lbs 680 kg maximum Maximum weight 8 900 lbs 4 036 kg for fifth wheel and gooseneck Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K 1500 Extended Cab Long Box 4WD 4800 V8 3 73 4 10 6 600 lbs 2 993 kg 7 600 lbs 3 447 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 4800 V8 Manual 3 73 4 10 4 7...

Page 370: ...ight GCWR C 2500 Regular Cab Long Box HD 2WD 6000 V8 4 10 10 600 lbs 4 808 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 8100 V8 3 73 4 10 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 20 000 lbs 9 072 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel 3 73 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg C 2500 Extended Cab Short Box HD 2WD 6000 V8 4 10 10 300 lbs 4 676 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 8100 V8 3 73 4 10 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443...

Page 371: ...000 lbs 9 072 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel 3 73 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 2 500 lbs 1 133 kg maximum Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR C 2500 Crew Cab Long Box HD 2WD 6000 V8 4 10 10 000 lbs 4 536 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 8100 V8 3 73 4 10 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 12 000 ...

Page 372: ... lbs 5 443 kg 20 000 lbs 9 072 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel 3 73 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 2 500 lbs 1 133 kg maximum Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K 2500 Extended Cab Short Box HD 4WD 6000 V8 4 10 10 100 lbs 4 581 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 8100 V8 3 73 4 10 12 00...

Page 373: ... 000 lbs 9 072 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel 3 73 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 2 500 lbs 1 133 kg maximum Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K 2500 Crew Cab Long Box HD 4WD 6000 V8 4 10 9 700 lbs 4 399 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 8100 V8 3 73 4 10 12 000 lbs 5 443kg 12 000 l...

Page 374: ...pin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg maximum Limited to 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg with weight distributing hitch Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K 3500 Regular Cab 4WD 6000 V8 Dual Rear Wheel 4 10 9 900 lbs 4 490 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 6000 V8 Single Rear Wheel 4 10 10 100 lbs 4 581 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 8100 V8 Dual Rear Wheel 4 10 12 ...

Page 375: ...el 3 73 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg maximum Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR K 3500 Crew Cab 4WD 6000 V8 Dual Rear Wheel 4 10 9 300 lbs 4 218 kg 16 000 lbs 7 264 kg 6000 V8 Single Rear Wheel 4 10 9 500 lbs 4 309 kg 16 000 lbs 7 264 kg 8100 V8 Dual Rear Whe...

Page 376: ...ight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total or gross weight of your vehicle The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo you may carry in it and the people who will be riding in the vehicle If you have a lot of options equipment passengers or cargo in your vehicle it will reduce the ton...

Page 377: ...d the maximum allowable tongue weight for your vehicle Choose the shortest hitch extension that will position the hitch ball closest to the vehicle This will help reduce the effect of trailer tongue weight on the rear axle After you have loaded the trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they are not you may be able to get them right by moving s...

Page 378: ...han 5 000 lbs 2 270 kg be sure to use a properly mounted weight distributing hitch and sway control of the proper size This equipment is very important for proper vehicle loading and good handling when driving Always use a sway control if the trailer will weigh more than these limits You can ask a hitch dealer about sway controls Fifth Wheel and Gooseneck Trailering Fifth wheel and gooseneck trail...

Page 379: ... to the attaching points on the bumper If you are towing a trailer up to your vehicle s trailer rating limit you may attach the safety chains to the attaching point on the hitch platform If you are towing with an aftermarket hitch follow the trailer or hitch manufacturer s recommendation for attaching safety chains Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig Never allow safety cha...

Page 380: ...rig Acquaint yourself with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself Before you start check all trailer hitch parts and attachments safety chains electrical connector lamps tires and mirror adjustment If the trailer has electric br...

Page 381: ... Signals When Towing a Trailer The arrows on your instrument panel will flash whenever you signal a turn or lane change Properly hooked up the trailer lamps will also flash telling other drivers you re about to turn change lanes or stop When towing a trailer the arrows on your instrument panel will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out Thus you may think drivers behind yo...

Page 382: ... manual transmissions let the engine run while parked preferably on level ground with the transmission out of gear and the parking brake applied for a few minutes before turning the engine off If you do get the overheat warning see Engine Overheating on page 5 35 Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig coul...

Page 383: ...ase is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal down while you Start your engine Shift into a gear Release the parking brake 2 Let up on the brake pedal 3 Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks 4 Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will...

Page 384: ...to the vehicle s frame The harness requires the installation of a trailer wiring harness connector which is available through your dealer The six wire harness contains the following trailer circuits Yellow Left Stop Turn Signal Dark Green Right Stop Turn Signal Brown Taillamps White Ground Light Green Back up Lamps Light Blue Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL If you need to upgrade your trailer w...

Page 385: ...er or cap The eight wire harness contains the following trailer circuits Yellow Left Stop Turn Signal Dark Green Right Stop Turn Signal Brown Taillamps White Ground Light Green Back up Lamps Light Blue CHMSL Red Battery Feed Dark Blue Trailer Brake If your trailer is equipped with electric brakes you can get a jumper harness electric trailer brake control with a trailer battery feed fuse from your...

Page 386: ... Signal Dark Green Right Stop Turn Signal Brown Taillamps White Ground Light Green Back up Lamps Light Blue Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL Red Battery Feed Dark Blue Trailer Brake If your vehicle is equipped with the Heavy Duty Trailering option please refer to Heavy Duty Trailer Wiring Package earlier in this section When the camper wiring harness is ordered without the heavy duty trailering ...

Page 387: ...d have a crash in which you or others could be injured Use only the trailer brake harness intended for your vehicle If it is no longer available to you be sure to get a proper replacement from your dealer This harness is included with your vehicle as part of the heavy duty trailer wiring package This harness is for an electric brake controller and includes a trailer battery feed fuse It should be ...

Page 388: ...is 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 see arrow The 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 98 ...

Page 389: ...ment on for extended periods will drain the battery Always turn off electrical equipment when not in use and do not use equipment that exceeds the maximum amperage rating for the auxiliary battery provision Power Winches If you wish to use a power winch on your vehicle only use it when your vehicle is stationary or anchored Power Take Off PTO Before using a PTO if equipped refer to the manufacture...

Page 390: ...Clutch TCC is not available in NEUTRAL N and is available only in PARK P when engine speed is above 1 100 rpm 3 Make sure your foot is off the brake pedal and off the clutch on vehicles equipped with a manual transmission 4 Select the desired engine speed for PTO operation Read the following preset mode information regarding operation Preset Mode PTO speed control mode is used for stationary appli...

Page 391: ...sired engine speed by using the foot pedal and select SET on the PTO switch or the cruise control To use PTO speed control in variable mode while stationary do the following 1 Engage the PTO 2 Vehicle speed must be less than 5 mph 3 Make sure your foot is off the brake pedal and off the clutch for vehicles equipped with a manual transmission 4 Select the desired engine speed by using the foot peda...

Page 392: ...ion of the TCC lockup speed 1 100 rpm and the tap increment 100 rpm all of these values are programmable and can be adjusted by your dealer or body upfitter If the PTO software settings do not match the settings shown here then they may have already been altered in order to satisfy the requirements of the installed PTO system and body equipment When the PTO switch is turned on the engine is limite...

Page 393: ...al Transmission Fluid 5 30 Hydraulic Clutch 5 31 Engine Coolant 5 32 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 34 Engine Overheating 5 35 Cooling System 5 38 Engine Fan Noise 5 43 Power Steering Fluid 5 44 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 45 Brakes 5 47 Battery 5 50 Jump Starting 5 51 All Wheel Drive 5 57 Rear Axle 5 58 Four Wheel Drive 5 58 Noise Control System 5 61 Tampering with Noise Control System Prohibite...

Page 394: ...Inside of Your Vehicle 5 113 Care of Safety Belts 5 115 Weatherstrips 5 115 Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 116 Sheet Metal Damage 5 118 Finish Damage 5 119 Underbody Maintenance 5 119 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 119 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 5 120 Vehicle Identification 5 121 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 121 Service Parts Identification Label 5 121 Electrical System 5 121 Add ...

Page 395: ... this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 11 Your vehicle has an air bag system Before attempting to do your own service work see Servicing Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle on page 1 84 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 18 ...

Page 396: ...sted octane of 87 or higher If the octane is less than 87 you may get a heavy knocking noise when you drive If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible Otherwise you might damage your engine 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 u...

Page 397: ... is certified to meet California Emission Standards see the underhood emission control label it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards your vehicle will operate satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications but emission control system performance may be affected The malfunction ind...

Page 398: ...le in your area to contribute to clean air General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines particularly if they comply with the specifications described earlier Notice Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered un...

Page 399: ...here you will be driving Filling Your Tank CAUTION Fuel vapor burns violently 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...

Page 400: ...s noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill fuel Don t top off or overfill your tank and wait a few seconds after you ve finished pumping before you remove the nozzle Clean any spilled fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle on page 5 116 When you put the fuel cap back on turn it to the right clockwise until you hear a cl...

Page 401: ...amp on page 3 49 Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others Dispense gasoline only into approved containers Do not fill a container while it is inside a ve...

Page 402: ... 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 inside the vehicle located under and to the left of the steering wheel 5 10 ...

Page 403: ...ont of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release located near the center of the grill 3 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all filler caps are on properly Pull down the hood and close it firmly 5 11 ...

Page 404: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you lift up the hood on the VORTEC 4300 V6 engine you ll see the following 5 12 ...

Page 405: ...id Allison Transmission on page 5 27 F Fan See Cooling System on page 5 38 G Engine Oil Fill See Engine Oil on page 5 17 H Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 44 I Remote Negative Terminal GND See Jump Starting on page 5 51 J Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 5 51 K Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brakes on page 5 47 L Clutch Fluid Reservoir If Equipped See...

Page 406: ...When you lift up the hood on the VORTEC 5300 V8 engine VORTEC 4800 and 6000 V8 engines similar you will see the following 5 14 ...

Page 407: ...id Allison Transmission on page 5 27 F Engine Oil Fill See Engine Oil on page 5 17 G Fan See Cooling System on page 5 38 H Remote Negative Terminal GND See Jump Starting on page 5 51 I Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 5 44 J Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 5 51 K Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brakes on page 5 47 L Clutch Fluid Reservoir If Equipped See...

Page 408: ...When you lift up the hood on the VORTEC 8100 V8 engine you will see the following 5 16 ...

Page 409: ...Battery on page 5 50 O Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5 45 Engine Oil If your vehicle has a diesel engine see Engine Oil in the Diesel Engine Supplement If the CHECK OIL LEVEL light appears on the instrument cluster except vehicles equipped with the 4 3L engine it means you need to check your engine oil level right away For more information see Driver Informa...

Page 410: ...at the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range your engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick all the way back in when you are through What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for two things ...

Page 411: ...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 412: ... 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 413: ... 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 cleaner...

Page 414: ...eaner filter at every oil change and replace it at the first oil change after 25 000 miles 40 000 km How to Inspect Locate the filter change indicator When the change indicator turns black or is in the red orange change zone replace the filter and reset the indicator To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake filter to release loose dust and dirt If the ...

Page 415: ...op button on the indicator CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flame if the engine backfires If it is not there and the engine backfires you could be burned Do not drive with it off and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner filter off Notice If the air cleaner filt...

Page 416: ...nance on page 6 4 How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick Notice Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on ho...

Page 417: ... you a more accurate reading of the fluid level Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running With the parking brake applied place the shift lever in PARK P With your foot on the brake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then position the shift lever in PARK P Let the ...

Page 418: ...on page 6 13 Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot A cold check is used only as a reference If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check It doesn t take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Don t overfill Notice We recommend you use only fluid labeled DEXRON III because fluid with that la...

Page 419: ...duled Maintenance on page 6 4 How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick Notice Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out an...

Page 420: ...l 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check the fluid level reading Repeat the check procedure to verify the reading 4 If the fluid level is within the COLD CHECK band the transmission may be operated until the fluid is hot enough to perform a hot check If the fluid level is not within the COLD CHECK band add or drain fluid as necessary to bring the l...

Page 421: ...If readings are still inconsistent contact your dealer How to Add Fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of transmission fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 13 Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot A cold check is used only as a reference If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level ...

Page 422: ...nd fall on hot engine part or exhaust system parts starting a fire Too little fluid could cause the transmission to overheat Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transmission fluid Check the fluid level only when your engine is off the vehicle is parked on a level place and the transmission is cool enough for you to rest your fingers on the transmission case Then follow these steps...

Page 423: ...in the system Adding fluid won t correct a leak A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired When to Check and What to Use The clutch master cylinder reservoir is located in the rear of the engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location Refer to the Maintenance Sched...

Page 424: ...0 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Any repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always use DEX COOL silicate free coolant in your vehicle What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean drinkable water and one half DEX COOL coolant which won t damage aluminum parts If you use this coolant mixture you don t need to add anything else CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can ...

Page 425: ...for more information on location CAUTION Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot The vehicle must be on a level surface When your engine is cold the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark If your vehicl...

Page 426: ...rts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine When replacing the pressure cap make sure it is hand tight Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for more information on location The coolant surge tank pressure cap must be fully installed on the coolant surge tank Notice If the pressure cap is not tightly installed coolant loss and possible engine dama...

Page 427: ... is displayed an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage In this mode you will notice a loss in power and engine performance This operating 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 overh...

Page 428: ...heated the liquids in it can catch 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 35 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 b...

Page 429: ...r to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the window as necessary 3 If you re in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving AUTOMATIC OVERDRIVE X or DRIVE D for automatic transmissions 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 ...

Page 430: ...hat 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 The vehicle should be parked on a level surface 8100 V8 Engines All Other Engines 5 38 ...

Page 431: ...eak start the engine again The engine cooling fan speed should increase when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down If it doesn t your vehicle needs service Turn off the engine Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index for information on driving to a safe place in a...

Page 432: ... cool before you do it See Engine Coolant on page 5 32 for more information If no coolant is visible in the surge tank add coolant as follows CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the CAUTION Continued CAUTION Co...

Page 433: ...nd crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when t...

Page 434: ...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 42 ...

Page 435: ...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 436: ...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 8100 V8 Engine All Other Engines 5 44 ...

Page 437: ...ng the level up to the mark What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 13 Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage 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 vehi...

Page 438: ...the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water does not clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank ...

Page 439: ... brakes will not work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you will have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid ...

Page 440: ...ot over the MAX mark What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 13 Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brake...

Page 441: ...new pads are needed The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly CAUTION The brake wear warning sound means that soon your brakes will not work well That could lead to an accident When you hear the brake wear warning sound have your vehicle serviced Notice Continuing to drive with worn out brake pads could result in...

Page 442: ...ew approved GM replacement parts If you do not your brakes may no longer work properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for your vehicle the balance between your front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance you have come to expect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your new vehicle comes wi...

Page 443: ...g If your battery or batteries has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle Be sure to follow the steps below to do it safely CAUTION Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough electricity to burn you If you do not follow these steps exactly...

Page 444: ...king brake If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL Notice If you leave your radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure they could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always turn off your radio and other accessories when jump starting your vehicle 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug...

Page 445: ... your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately CAUTION Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 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 bas...

Page 446: ...e vehicle has one 8 Now connect the black negative cable to the negative terminal of the good battery Use a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one The vehicle s remote negative terminal is marked GND 9 Don t let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable doesn t go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part of the vehicle w...

Page 447: ...e vehicle that had the dead battery If it won t start after a few tries it probably needs service Notice If the jumper cables are removed in the wrong order electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Remove the jumper cables in the correct order making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal V8 Engine 8 1L Engine V8 En...

Page 448: ...h vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the bad 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...

Page 449: ...ge 6 4 How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole Use care not to overtighten the plug What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Rec...

Page 450: ...le The proper level for the 1500 HD Series 2500 Series 2500 HD and 3500 Series is from 0 to 1 2 inch 0 to 13 mm below the bottom of the filler plug hole The proper level for the 1500 and 2500 Series vehicles with QUADRASTEER 4 Wheel Steer is from 0 to 1 4 inch 0 to 6 mm below the filler plug hole Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level What to Use To determine what kind of lubricant to use...

Page 451: ...e a problem Have it inspected and repaired How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole you ll need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole Use care not to overtighten the plug Manual Transfer Case Automatic Transfer Case 5 59 ...

Page 452: ...d Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 13 Front Axle When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check front axle fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss could indicate a problem Have it inspected and repaired How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below the bottom of the filler p...

Page 453: ... system during the life of your vehicle The noise control system warranty is given in your warranty booklet These standards apply only to vehicles sold in the United States Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof 1 The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance repair or replacement of any device or element of design incorporated i...

Page 454: ...sonator Removal of the exhaust pipes and exhaust pipe clamps Bulb Replacement For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer See Replacement Bulbs on page 5 71 for the proper types of bulbs to use Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb You or others could be injured Be sure to read and follow the...

Page 455: ...f the headlamp assembly To remove the pins turn the outer pin outward and pull it straight up To remove the inner pin turn it in and pull it straight up If your vehicle has one pin on the headlamp assembly remove the pin To remove the pin turn the pin up and pull it out straight out 5 63 ...

Page 456: ...o the vehicle Install and tighten the two pins If your vehicle has one pin install it and turn it into the locking feature Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Daytime Running Lamps A Sidemarker Lamp B Retainer Clip C Front Turn Signal Lamp D Daytime Running Lamp 1 Remove the headlamp assembly as mentioned previously 2 Press the retainer clip located behind the turn signal housing towards the outside ...

Page 457: ...ocks 8 Reinstall the turn signal housing onto the vehicle placing the hook and posts on the inner side into the alignment holes and the outer side into the retainer bracket Push until you hear a click 9 Reinstall the headlamp assembly Roof Marker Lamps 1 Remove the two screws and lift off the lens 2 Remove the six screws on the center roof marker lamps 3 Turn the old bulb counterclockwise to remov...

Page 458: ...4 Put a new bulb into the socket and turn clockwise until it locks in place 5 Reinstall the lens and tighten the screws 5 66 ...

Page 459: ...o Lamps B Center High Mounted Stoplamps 2 Remove the CHMSL bulb holder back plate from the housing by pressing the release tabs 3 Remove the CHMSL bulb by pulling the bulb straight out from the holder back plate Remove a cargo bulb by turning the socket counterclockwise and pulling the bulb straight out 5 67 ...

Page 460: ... the socket counterclockwise 5 Put the bulb holder back plate into the lamp housing 6 Reinstall the lamp assembly and tighten the screws Pickup Box Identification and Fender Marker Lamps 1 Remove the screws and lamp assembly 2 Unplug the lamp assembly harness 3 Gently pry the individual lamp from the lamp housing 4 Unplug the lamp 5 Plug in a new lamp and snap it into the housing 6 Reinstall the l...

Page 461: ...ar lamp assembly screws near the tailgate latch and pull out the lamp assembly Your vehicle may have one of the following taillamp assemblies A Stoplamp B Turn Signal C Back up Lamp A Stoplamp B Turn Signal Lamp C Back up Lamp D Side Marker Lamp 5 69 ...

Page 462: ...et counterclockwise to remove it from the taillamp housing 4 Pull the old bulb straight out from the socket 5 Press a new bulb into the socket and turn the socket clockwise into the taillamp housing 6 Reinstall the rear lamp assembly 7 Close the tailgate 5 70 ...

Page 463: ...ns seal Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Low Beam Headlamps 9006 High Beam Headlamp 9005 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 4114K Front Roof Marker Lamps 194 Front Parking and Turn Lamp 3457A Rear Marker Lamp Taillamp and Stop Lamp 3157 Taillamp and Stop Lamp 1157 Sidemarker Lamp If Equipped 194 Rear Turn Lamp 3157 Rear Turn Lamp 1156 Back up Lamp 3157 Back up Lamp 1156 Center High Mounted Stopl...

Page 464: ...t types and are removed in different ways For proper type and length see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6 16 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 465: ...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 466: ... 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 Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN...

Page 467: ...rformance factors treadwear traction and temperature resistance For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 5 87 G Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load For information on recommended tire pressure see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 81 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 57 LT Metric Tire 5 75 ...

Page 468: ...sure on page 5 81 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 57 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 469: ...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 470: ...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 Service Description The service description indicates the load range and speed rating of a tire The load index can range from 1 to 279 Speed ratings range from A to Z The light truck tire size example above ...

Page 471: ...t of Transportation motor vehicle safety standards The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number TIN an alphanumeric designator which can also identify the tire manufacturer production plant brand and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 57 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 57 GAWR RR Gro...

Page 472: ...c tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Rim A metal support for a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead Speed Rating An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximum speed at which a tire can operate Traction The friction between the tire and the ...

Page 473: ...ey 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 57 for the location of your vehicle s tire and loading information label Notice Don t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right It s not If your tires don t have enough air underinflation you can get the following Too much ...

Page 474: ...k 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 Dual Tire Operation When the vehicle is new or whenever a wheel wheel bolt or wheel nut is replaced check the wheel nut torque after 100 1 000 and 6 000 miles 160 1 600 and 10 000 km of driving For proper torque and wheel nut tightening information s...

Page 475: ...se the wheel wrench hoist shaft to tighten the cable See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 92 If your vehicle has dual rear wheels also see Dual Tire Operation on page 5 82 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 for scheduled rotation intervals If your vehicle has singl...

Page 476: ...f your vehicle has dual rear wheels and the tread design for the front tires is different from the dual rear tires always use the correct rotation pattern shown here when rotating your tires The dual tires are rotated as a pair and the inside rear tires became the outside rear tires When you install dual wheels be sure the vent holes in the inner and outer wheels on each side are lined up 5 84 ...

Page 477: ...l 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 treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining Some commercial truck tires may not have treadwear in...

Page 478: ... the TPC number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow When ever you replace your tires with those not having a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction type bias bias belted or radial as your original tires CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes or types radial and bias belted tire...

Page 479: ...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 480: ...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 481: ... 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 chassis Whenever a wheel wheel bolt or wheel nut is replaced on a dual wheel setup check the wheel nut torque after 100 1 000 and 6 00...

Page 482: ...tinued CAUTION Continued 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 does not have dual wheels and is equipped with a tire size other than P265 75R16 LT265 75R16 P265 70R17 or P275 55R20 use tire chains only where legal and only when ...

Page 483: ... 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 484: ...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 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 4 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 5 Put the wheel blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the...

Page 485: ...Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Regular Cab and Crew Cab Extended Cab 5 93 ...

Page 486: ...d row seat with the loop at the base of the seat cushion to access the tools 2 To release the bottle jack from its holder turn the knob on the bottle jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head 3 The wheel blocks and the wheel block retainer can be removed by turning the wing nut counterclockwise 4 There is also a wing nut used to retain the storage bag and tools To remove it turn the wing nut co...

Page 487: ...sion Tool G Hoist Shaft Access Hole H Wheel Wrench I Jack Handle Extensions J Hoist Lock If Equipped 1 If your vehicle is 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 95 ...

Page 488: ...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 489: ... the flat tire and raise the vehicle The tools you ll be using include the bottle jack A the wheel blocks B the jack handle C the jack handle extensions D and the wheel wrench E 1 Remove the center cap by placing the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently prying the cap out 5 97 ...

Page 490: ...cle on a jack avoid contact with tie rods and tie rod boots A Front Location 2 Wheel Drive 1500 Series B Front Location All Other Series C Rear Location All Series 3 Position the jack under the vehicle as shown If the flat tire is on the front of the vehicle Two Wheel Drive 1500 Series vehicles position the jack under the bracket attached to the vehicle s frame behind the flat tire If the flat tir...

Page 491: ...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 proper locatio...

Page 492: ...securely between the grooves that are on the jack head Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit under the wheel well Front Position All Other Models Rear Position 5 100 ...

Page 493: ...ime 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 CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might come loose ...

Page 494: ...e 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 to tighten the nuts until the wheel is held against the hub Front Position All Models 5 102 ...

Page 495: ...8 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the vehicle Lower the jack completely Front Position 2WD 1500 Series Rear Position 5 103 ...

Page 496: ... 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 the index for the wheel nut torque specific...

Page 497: ...t tire under your vehicle for an extended period of time or with the valve stem pointing up may damage the wheel Always stow the wheel with the valve stem pointing down and have the wheel tire repaired as soon as possible Return the bottle jack wheel blocks wheel wrench and jack extensions to their location behind the passenger s seat A Wing Nut B Wheel Blocks C Retaining Bracket and Wingnut D Glo...

Page 498: ...tion the jack in the mounting bracket Position the holes in the base of the jack onto the pin in the mounting bracket Store the tire under the rear of the vehicle in the spare tire carrier Use the art and text following to help you A Spare Tire Valve Stem Pointed Down B Hoist Assembly C Hoist Cable D Tire Retainer E Hoist Shaft F Hoist End of Extension Tool G Hoist Shaft Access Hole H Wheel Wrench...

Page 499: ... of the wheel 3 Attach the wheel wrench H and extensions I together 4 Insert the hoist end F through the hole G in the rear 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 ...

Page 500: ...uipped with a secondary latch system It s designed to stop the spare tire from suddenly falling off your vehicle For the secondary latch to work the spare must be installed with the valve stem pointing down See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire Jack and Tools earlier in this section CAUTION Before beginning this procedure read all the instructions Failure to read and follow the instructions could damag...

Page 501: ...e cable 3 Loosen the cable by turning the wrench counterclockwise three or four turns 4 Repeat this procedure at least two times If the spare tire lowers to the ground continue with Step 5 of Removing the Spare 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 b...

Page 502: ...ar bumper Position the center lift point of the jack under the center of the spare tire 9 Turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the end fitting 10 Continue raising the jack until the spare tire stops moving upward and is held firmly in place The secondary latch has released and the spare tire is balancing on the jack 5 110 ...

Page 503: ... spare tire with the other hand If the spare tire is hanging from the cable insert the hoist handle extension and wheel wrench into the hoist shaft hole in the bumper and turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare the rest of the way 13 Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening Pull the tire out from under the vehicle 14 If the cable is hanging ...

Page 504: ...han the road tires those originally installed on your vehicle This spare tire was developed for use on your vehicle so it is all right to drive on it If your vehicle has four wheel drive and the smaller spare is installed keep the vehicle in two wheel drive mode as much as possible Appearance Care Remember cleaning products can be hazardous Some are toxic Others can burst into flames if you strike...

Page 505: ...ns on the cleaner label Clean up stains as soon as you can before they set Carefully scrape off any excess stain Use a clean cloth or sponge and change to a clean area often A soft brush may be used if stains are stubborn If a ring forms on fabric after spot cleaning clean the entire area immediately or it will set Using Cleaner on Fabric 1 Vacuum and brush the area to remove any loose dirt 2 Alwa...

Page 506: ... with cool water and allow to dry completely 3 If a stain remains follow the cleaner instructions described earlier Cleaning Vinyl Use warm water and a clean cloth Rub with a clean damp cloth to remove dirt You may have to do this more than once Things like tar asphalt and shoe polish will stain if you do not get them off quickly Use a clean cloth and vinyl cleaner See your dealer for this product...

Page 507: ...terials on page 5 120 Notice If you use abrasive cleaners when cleaning glass surfaces on your vehicle you could scratch the glass and or cause damage to the rear window defogger and the integrated radio antenna When cleaning the glass on your vehicle use only a soft cloth and glass cleaner Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry CAUTION Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it may sev...

Page 508: ...oid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter your vehicle If your vehicle is equipped with QUADRASTEER see QUADRASTEER on page 4 14 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild pol...

Page 509: ...er you may use chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim if necessary Use special care with aluminum trim To avoid damaging protective trim never use auto or chrome polish steam or caustic soap to clean aluminum A coating of wax rubbed to high polish is recommended for all bright metal parts Cleaning the Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield wa...

Page 510: ...ted surface of the wheel and buff off immediately after application Don t take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Cleaning Tires To clean your tires use a stiff brush with tire cleaner Notice Using petroleum based tire dressing products on your vehicle may damage the paint finish and o...

Page 511: ...on 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 or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne polluta...

Page 512: ... and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on wipe off Vehicle Care Appearance Materials cont d 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 easy step no wiping ...

Page 513: ...n 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 A list of all production options and special equipment Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle Electrical System Add On Electrical Equipment Notice Don t add anything electrical to your vehicle unless you check w...

Page 514: ...nce of fires caused 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 withou...

Page 515: ...k Relay Lock Function HVAC 1 Climate Control System L DOOR Driver s Door Harness Connection CRUISE Cruise Control Power Take Off PTO UNLOCK Relay Power Door Lock Relay Unlock Function RR FOG LP Not Used BRAKE Anti Lock Brake System DRIVER UNLOCK Power Door Lock Relay Driver s Door Unlock Function IGN 0 TCM TBC IGN 0 Truck Body Controller VEH CHMSL Vehicle and Trailer High Mounted Stoplamp LT TRLR ...

Page 516: ...tem ECC Not Used TBC 2C Truck Body Controller FLASH Flasher Module CB LT DOORS Left Power Windows Circuit Breaker TBC 2B Truck Body Controller TBC 2A Truck Body Controller Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block The center instrument panel utility block is located underneath the instrument panel to the left of the steering column Device Usage SEO Special Equipment Option TRAILER Trailer Brake Wiring UP...

Page 517: ... Windows 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 518: ...5 126 ...

Page 519: ...e Control Fan LBEC Left Bussed Electrical Center Door Modules Door Locks Auxiliary Power Outlet Rear Cargo Area and Instrument Panel Fuses Usage STUD 2 Accessory Power Trailer Wiring Brake Feed ABS Anti Lock Brakes VSES ECAS Vehicle Stability 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...

Page 520: ...ckup Lamps Trailer Wiring PCM B Powertrain Control Module Fuel Pump F PMP Fuel Pump Relay 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 02B Oxygen Sensors SIR Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System FRT PARK Front Parking Lamps Sidemarker Lamps DRL Daytime Running Lamps Relay SEO IGN ...

Page 521: ...ctrical Center Rear Heated Seats HomeLink 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 Washer Pump Relay W S WASH Windshield Washer Pump INFO OnStar Rear Seat Entertainment RADIO AMP Radio Amplifier RH HID Not Used HORN ...

Page 522: ...Code Spark Plug Gap VORTEC 4300 V6 W 0 060 inches 1 52 mm VORTEC 4800 V8 V 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 5300 V8 T 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 6000 V8 U 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 6000 V8 N 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 8100 V8 G 0 060 inches 1 52 mm Model Description Torque C K 1500 C K 2500 6 Bolts 14 mm 140 lb ft 190 Y C K 3500 8 bolts 14 mm 140 lb ft 190 Y Tire Pressure See the Certification Tire...

Page 523: ...2 0 L VORTEC 6000 V8 Automatic Transmission 13 0 quarts 12 0 L VORTEC 6000 V8 Manual Transmission 16 0 quarts 15 0 L VORTEC 6000 V8 Manual Transmission 16 0 quarts 15 0 L VORTEC 8100 V8 Manual Transmission 22 0 quarts 21 0 L VORTEC 8100 V8 Automatic Transmission 21 0 quarts 20 0 L Vehicles equipped with the optional engine oil cooler Vehicles equipped with the optional air conditioner Engine Oil W...

Page 524: ...llons 136 L Chassis Cab 3500 27 0 gallons 23 0 gallons 102 L front 87 L rear Chassis Cab 3500 California 27 0 gallons 23 0 gallons 90 L front 87 L rear Chassis Cab 3500 27 0 gallons 102 L front Chassis Cab 3500 California 27 0 gallons 102 L front Chassis Cab 3500HD 27 0 gallons 23 0 gallons 87 L front 68 L rear Chassis Cab 3500HD 27 0 gallons 87 L front Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity Air Co...

Page 525: ...Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 8 Owner Checks and Services 6 9 At the First 100 1 000 and 6 000 Miles 160 1 600 and 10 000km 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 16 Maintenance Record 6 18 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 6 1 ...

Page 526: ...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 527: ...hin legal driving limits are driven off road in the recommended manner See Off Road Driving on page 4 20 use the recommended fuel See Gasoline Octane on page 5 4 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 maintenance work on a vehic...

Page 528: ...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 17 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resett...

Page 529: ...mission Control Service See footnote Rotate tires and check inflation pressures and wear See Tires on page 5 73 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 530: ...ontrol main filter See footnote l 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 22 An Emission Control Service 6 speed manual transmission only Change clutch fluid See footnote n Allison transmission only Change automatic transmi...

Page 531: ...ce Four wheel drive with automatic transfer case only Change transfer case fluid See footnote g 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 ...

Page 532: ... 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 pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap and cleaning the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser is recommended at least once a year d Visually inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking Replace blade i...

Page 533: ...ll fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition Check that the purge valve works properly if equipped Replace as needed l Change filter only at the first maintenance service performed on the vehicle m Change automatic 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 reg...

Page 534: ...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 32 for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer tank and add the proper fluid if necessary At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check Visually insp...

Page 535: ...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 536: ...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 537: ...ivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Usage Fluid Lubricant Hydraulic Clutch System 5 Speed Trans Hydraulic Clutch Fluid GM Part No U S 12345347 in Canada 10953517 or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Hydraulic Clutch System 6 Speed Trans Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Use only GM Part No U S 88958860 in Canada 88901244 Super DOT 4 brake fluid Power Steering System GM ...

Page 538: ...ategory LB or GC LB Front Axle Four Wheel Drive SAE 80W 90 Axle Lubricant GM Part No U S 1052271 in Canada 10950849 Usage Fluid Lubricant Front Axle All Wheel Drive SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant GM Part No U S 12378261 in Canada 10953455 meeting GM Specification 9986115 Front Axle SAE 80W 90 Axle Lubricant GM Part No U S 1052271 in Canada 10950849 Rear Axle SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Axle Lubrican...

Page 539: ... NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Hood Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Usage Fluid Lubricant Body Door Hinge Pins Tailgate Hinge and Linkage Folding Seats and Fuel Door Hinge Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Tailgate Handle Pivot Points Hinges Latch Bolt and Linkage Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part ...

Page 540: ...r 25313348 A1519C 25313348 A1519C 25313348 A1519C PCV Valve 6487532 CV769C Spark Plugs 25162556 41 932 12571164 41 985 12571164 41 985 Fuel Filter 25121792 GF626 25121792 GF626 25121792 GF626 Wiper Blades 15153642 15153642 15153642 Wiper Blade Type ITTA ITTA ITTA Wiper Blade Length 22 inches 56 0 cm 22 inches 56 0 cm 22 inches 56 0 cm ACDelco part number GM part number A1518C high capacity air cle...

Page 541: ...rk Plugs 12571164 41 985 12571164 41 985 12578277 41 983 Fuel Filter 25121792 GF626 25121792 GF626 25121792 GF626 Wiper Blades 15153642 15153642 15153642 Wiper Blade Type ITTA ITTA ITTA Wiper Blade Length 22 inches 56 0 cm 22 inches 56 0 cm 22 inches 56 0 cm ACDelco part number GM part number A1518C high capacity air cleaner filter may be substituted 6 17 ...

Page 542: ...rmed 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 9 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 18 ...

Page 543: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 19 ...

Page 544: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 20 ...

Page 545: ... Disabilities 7 5 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records 7 9 Reporting Safety Defects 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 11 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 11 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 11 Section 7 Customer Assistan...

Page 546: ... 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 inquiry prompt attention Please have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance Representative Vehicle Identification Number This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top l...

Page 547: ... 22203 1804 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs You can find your specific ...

Page 548: ...ited States Customer Assistance Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 1 800 222 1020 1 800 833 2438 For Text Telephone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV USA 243 8872 Fax Number 313 381 0022 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish Fax Number 313 381 0022 From U S Virgin Islands 1 800 496 9994 Fax Number 313...

Page 549: ...rket driver or passenger adaptive equipment you may require for your vehicle hand controls wheelchair scooter lifts etc This program can also provide you with free resource information such as area driver assessment centers and mobility equipment installers The offer is available for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease For more details or to determine your vehicle s el...

Page 550: ...covered within 10 miles Emergency Tow Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle disabling accident Assistance when the vehicle is mired in sand mud or snow Flat Tire Change Installation of a spare tire will be covered at no charge The customer is responsible for the repair or replacement of the tire if not covered by a warrantable failure Jump Start No start o...

Page 551: ...ng of motor vehicles To enhance your ownership experience we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation a customer support program for new vehicles The Courtesy Transportation program is offered to retail purchase lease customers in conjunction with the Bumper to Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Several transportation options are available ...

Page 552: ... 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 warranty repair Reimbursement will be limited to a maximum of 30 00 a day and must be supported by receipts This requires that you sign and complete a rental agreement and m...

Page 553: ...umber of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle s performance Your vehicle uses on board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and if so equipped to provide anti lock braking and to help the driver control the vehicle in difficult driving situations Some informati...

Page 554: ...data which is not tied to a specific vehicle with non GM organizations for research purposes Others such as law enforcement may have access to the special equipment that can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or SDM If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar please check the OnStar subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection Repo...

Page 555: ...ks Street Tower C Ottawa Ontario K1A 0N5 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors In addition to notifying NHTSA or Transport Canada in a situation like this we certainly hope you ll notify us Please call us at 1 800 222 1020 or write Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 In Canada please call us at 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7...

Page 556: ... information about the vehicle The owner s manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio 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 ...

Page 557: ... Are the Air Bags 1 70 Air Cleaner Filter Engine 5 22 Air Conditioning 3 30 Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic Module SDM 7 9 All Wheel Drive 5 57 All Wheel Drive AWD System 2 44 AM 3 128 AM FM Radio 3 74 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 130 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 130 Anti lock Brake System 4 6 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 45 Appearance Care 5 112 Care of Safety Belts 5 115 Chemical ...

Page 558: ...99 Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp Switch 3 17 B Backing Up 4 91 Battery 5 50 BATTERY NOT CHARGING 3 65 Battery Replacement 2 6 Battery Run Down Protection 3 19 Battery Warning Light 3 42 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 42 Before You Drive 3 114 Before You Go Off Roading 4 22 Brake Parking 2 44 System Warning Light 3 44 Brake Adjustment 5 50 Brake Fluid 5 47 Brake Pedal Travel 5 50 Brake Wear 5 49 Bra...

Page 559: ...nel Fuse Block 5 124 Center Passenger Position Safety Belts 1 24 Chains Tires 5 90 CHANGE ENGINE OIL 3 67 Check Engine Light 3 49 Check Engine Light 3 49 CHECK OIL LEVEL 3 66 CHECK WASHER FLUID 3 66 Checking Brake Fluid 5 48 Checking Coolant 5 33 Checking Engine Oil 5 17 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Checking Your Restraint Systems 1 85 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 119 Child Restraints Child Re...

Page 560: ...ic 3 25 Clutch Hydraulic 5 31 Compass Calibration 2 56 2 57 Compass Operation 2 57 Compass Variance 2 55 2 58 Content Theft Deferrent 2 18 Control of a Vehicle 4 5 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage 3 47 Heater Engine 2 24 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 5 34 Cooling System 5 38 Crew Cab 1 56 Cruise Control 3 11 Cruise Control Light 3 52 Cupholder s 2 65 Current and Past Model Order Forms 7 12 Customer Assis...

Page 561: ...4 36 City 4 40 Defensive 4 2 Driving cont Drunken 4 2 Freeway 4 41 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 44 In Rain and on Wet Roads 4 37 Off Road 4 20 Winter 4 46 Driving Across an Incline 4 32 Driving Downhill 4 30 Driving in Mud Sand Snow or Ice 4 34 Driving in Water 4 35 Driving On Grades 4 91 Driving on Off Road Hills 4 26 Driving on Snow or Ice 4 47 Driving Through Deep Standing Water 4 39 Driving Throu...

Page 562: ...ANT HOT 3 67 Engine Hour Meter Display 3 35 Engine Oil Additives 5 20 ENGINE OVERHEATED 3 67 Entertainment System Cleaning the Video Screen 3 130 DVD Distortion 3 127 Entry Lighting 3 18 Environmental Concerns 4 23 Event Data Records EDR 7 9 Exit Lighting 3 18 Express Down Windows 2 16 Extended Cab 1 57 Extended Cab and Crew Cab 1 54 Extender Safety Belt 1 31 Exterior Lamps 3 14 F Fifth Wheel and ...

Page 563: ... 6 California Fuel 5 5 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 5 9 Filling Your Tank 5 7 Fuels in Foreign Countries 5 7 Gage 3 53 Gasoline Octane 5 4 Fuel cont Gasoline Specifications 5 5 Low Warning Light 3 54 Fuel Information Button 3 57 FUEL LEVEL LOW 3 67 Fuses Fuses and Circuit Breakers 5 122 Windshield Wiper 5 122 G Gage Engine Coolant Temperature 3 47 Fuel 3 53 Oil Pressure 3 51 Speedometer 3 35 ...

Page 564: ... 5 26 5 29 5 31 How to Check 5 24 5 27 5 30 5 82 How to Check and Add Fluid 5 31 How to Check Lubricant 5 58 How to Check Power Steering Fluid 5 45 How to Inspect 5 22 How to Use This Manual ii How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 1 15 Hydraulic Clutch 5 31 Hydroplaning 4 39 I If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5 37 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine 5 36 If the Light is Flashing 3 50 If the Lig...

Page 565: ...68 Light Air Bag Off 3 37 Air Bag Readiness 3 36 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 3 45 Battery Warning 3 42 Brake System Warning 3 44 Cruise Control 3 52 Four Wheel Drive 3 52 Low Fuel Warning 3 54 Malfunction Indicator 3 49 Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator 3 40 Safety Belt Reminder 3 36 Tow Haul Mode 3 53 Traction Off 3 46 Up Shift 3 43 Listening to a DVD 3 100 3 114 Loading Your Vehicle 4 57 Loa...

Page 566: ... Making Turns 4 91 Malfunction Indicator Light 3 49 Manual Seats 1 3 Manual Selectable Ride 4 11 Manual Transfer Case 2 34 Manual Transmission 2 22 Fluid 5 30 Operation 2 29 Manual Windows 2 15 Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle 2 6 Memory Seat 2 67 Message DIC Warnings and Messages 3 65 Mexico Central America and Caribbean Islands Countries Except Puerto Rico and U S Virgin Islands Customer A...

Page 567: ...g 2 64 OnStar Services 2 63 OnStar Steering Wheel Controls 2 64 OnStar System 2 63 OnStar Virtual Advisor 2 64 Other Warning Devices 3 6 Outlet Adjustment 3 24 3 32 Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror 2 62 Camper Type Mirrors 2 59 Convex Mirror 2 62 Curb View Assist Mirrors 2 62 Heated Mirrors 2 62 Manual Mirrors 2 59 Power Foldaway Mirrors 2 61 Power Mirrors 2 60 West Coast Type Mirrors 2 60 Outside...

Page 568: ...77 3 88 3 102 Power Accessory Outlets 3 19 Door Locks 2 8 Electrical System 5 122 Lumbar Controls 1 4 Seat 1 4 Power cont Steering Fluid 5 44 Windows 2 16 Power Steering 4 12 Power Winches 4 99 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 10 Q QUADRASTEER 4 14 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts 1 14 R Radio Data System RDS 3 77 3 88 3 101 Radio Messages 3 76 3 82 3 93 Radios 3 72 AM FM Radio 3 74 Car...

Page 569: ...isplay 2 53 Rearview Mirrors 2 53 Reclining Seatbacks 1 6 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 13 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 53 REDUCED ENGINE POWER 3 69 Regular Cab and Extended Cab Models 1 75 Remote Alarm 2 5 Remote Control 3 118 Remote Keyless Entry System 2 4 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation 2 5 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 5 97 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...

Page 570: ...Everyone 1 10 Safety Chains 4 89 Safety Warnings and Symbols iii Scanning the Terrain 4 25 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Seatback Latches 1 8 Seats Head Restraints 1 7 Heated Seats 1 5 Manual 1 3 Memory 2 67 Power Lumbar 1 4 Power Seats 1 4 Rear Seat Operation 1 8 1 9 Reclining Seatbacks 1 6 Seatback Latches 1 8 Secondary Latch System 5 108 Securing a Child Restraint Center Front Seat Position 1 58 Ce...

Page 571: ...Some Other Rainy Weather Tips 4 40 Spare Tire 5 112 Special Fabric Cleaning Problems 5 114 Specifications Capacities 5 130 Speedometer 3 35 Stalling on an Incline 4 33 Starting Your Engine 2 22 Starting Your V8 Engine 2 23 Steering 4 12 Steering in Emergencies 4 13 Steering Tips 4 12 Steering Wheel Controls Audio 3 127 Step Bumper Pad 4 102 Stereo RCA Jacks 3 121 Storage Areas 2 64 Center Console ...

Page 572: ...4 Torque Lock Automatic Transmission 2 48 Total Weight on Your Vehicle s Tires 4 87 Tow Haul Mode Light 3 53 Tow Haul Mode Overdrive Disable 3 53 Tow Haul Mode Automatic Transmission 2 28 Towing Power Take Off PTO 4 99 Recreational Vehicle 4 53 Towing a Trailer 4 71 Your Vehicle 4 53 Traction Assist System TAS 4 8 Manual Selectable Ride 4 11 Off Light 3 46 TRACTION ACTIVE 3 71 Trailer Recommendati...

Page 573: ...S Model 4 51 V Vehicle Control 4 5 Damage Warnings iv Loading 4 57 Parking Your 2 49 Vehicle cont Symbols iv Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Records 7 9 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 121 Service Parts Identification Label 5 121 Vehicle Personalization Memory Seat 2 67 Vehicle Storage 5 51 Video Screen 3 117 Visors 2 17 Voltmeter Gage 3 42 W Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 33 War...

Page 574: ...hen to Check Power Steering Fluid 5 44 When to Inspect 5 22 When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill 4 93 Where to Put the Restraint 1 41 Why Safety Belts Work 1 11 Windows 2 15 Manual 2 15 Windows cont Power 2 16 Swing Out Windows 2 17 Windshield Washer 3 10 Fluid 5 45 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 72 Fuses 5 122 Windshield Wipers 3 10 Winter Driving 4 46 X XM Satellite Radio An...

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