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Axle Ratio

Maximum Trailer Weight

GCWR**

4WD Extended Cab

Automatic Transmission,
2.8L Engine

3.73

2,900 lbs (1 315 kg)

7,000 lbs (3 175 kg)

Automatic Transmission,
2.8L Engine

4.10

2,900 lbs (1 315 kg)

7,000 lbs (3 175 kg)

Automatic Transmission,
3.5L Engine

3.42

4,000 lbs (1 814 kg)

8,500 lbs (3 856 kg)

Automatic Transmission,
3.5L Engine

3.73

4,000 lbs (1 814 kg)

9,000 lbs (4 082 kg)

Automatic Transmission,
3.5L Engine

4.10

4,000 lbs (1 814 kg)

9,000 lbs (4 082 kg)

Manual Transmission,
2.8L Engine

4.10

1,900 lbs (861 kg)

6,000 lbs (2 722 kg)

Manual Transmission,
3.5L Engine

3.42

2,800 lbs (1 270 kg)

7,000 lbs (3 175 kg)

Manual Transmission,
3.5L Engine

3.73

3,300 lbs (1 497 kg)

7,500 lbs (3 402 kg)

Manual Transmission,
3.5L Engine

4.10

3,300 lbs (1 497 kg)

7,500 lbs (3 402 kg)

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Summary of Contents for 2006 Colorado

Page 1: ...er Information Center DIC 3 38 Audio System s 3 44 Driving Your Vehicle 4 1 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 4 2 Towing 4 50 Service and Appearance Care 5 1 Service 5 3 Fuel 5 5 Checking Things Under the Hood 5 10 Rear Axle 5 44 Four Wheel Drive 5 44 Front Axle 5 45 Bulb Replacement 5 46 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 51 Tires 5 53 Appearance Care 5 89 Vehicle Identification 5 98 Elect...

Page 2: ...eave this manual in the vehicle Canadian Owners A French language copy of this manual can be obtained from your dealer or from Helm Incorporated P O Box 07130 Detroit MI 48207 How to Use This Manual Many people read the owner manual from beginning to end when they first receive their new vehicle If this is done it can help you learn about the features and controls for the vehicle Pictures and word...

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

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

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

Page 6: ... NOTES vi ...

Page 7: ...lt Extender 1 33 Child Restraints 1 34 Older Children 1 34 Infants and Young Children 1 36 Child Restraint Systems 1 39 Where to Put the Restraint 1 44 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 1 46 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 1 56 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position 1 58 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 59 Airbag Syst...

Page 8: ...n movement could startle and confuse you or make you push a pedal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving Lift the bar located under the front of the seat to unlock it Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Try to move the seat with your body to make sure the seat is locked into place 1 2 ...

Page 9: ...ng or lowering the whole control Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the whole control toward the front or the rear of the vehicle Vertical Control This control reclines the seatbacks See Reclining Seatbacks on page 1 5 for more information Manual Lumbar If your vehicle has this feature there is a knob located on the outboard side of the driver s seat Turn the top of the knob toward the fr...

Page 10: ... side of the front seats This feature will heat the cushion and back of the seats Press the top of the switch to turn the heat to the high setting Press the bottom of the switch to turn the heat to the low setting Put the switch in the center position to turn the heat off The ignition must be on for the heated seat feature to work The seat will heat to the last setting if the ignition has been tur...

Page 11: ...e recline lever 2 Move the seatback to the desired position then release the lever to lock the seatback in place CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked 1 5 ...

Page 12: ...n stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked If your vehicle has power reclining seatbacks use the vertical power seat control located on the outboard side of the seat Press the control toward the rear of the vehicle to recline the seatback Press the control...

Page 13: ...e in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt cannot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety ...

Page 14: ...ead restraints Pull up on the head restraint to raise it To lower the head restraint press the button located on top of the seatback and push down on the head restraint Adjust the 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 1 8 ...

Page 15: ... pull the seatback forward CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked To return the seatback to the upright position push the seatback all the way back until it latches If the seatback was reclined before being folded forward it will return to ...

Page 16: ...ack s forward do the following 1 Disconnect the rear center safety belt latch from the mini buckle by inserting the tip of the safety belt tongue into the slot on the buckle Let the belt retract 2 Pull the loop located on the outboard side of the seatback forward until you hear a click 3 Fold the seatback s forward 1 10 ...

Page 17: ...on it CAUTION A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted 3 Reconnect the center safety belt latch plate to the mini buckle Make sure t...

Page 18: ...ll the front of the seat cushion down completely The rear seat storage compartments must be closed before folding the seat down See Rear Storage Area on page 2 42 To store the seat do the following 1 Secure the safety belt buckle to the inboard side of the seat with the hook and loop fastener A so that it does not move when not in use 2 Push the entire seat up until it is flush with the trim panel...

Page 19: ... not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and s...

Page 20: ...even buckled up a person would not 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 go...

Page 21: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 1 15 ...

Page 22: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 1 16 ...

Page 23: ...upside 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 airbags why should I have to wear safety belts A Airbags 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 airbag system ev...

Page 24: ... 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 34 or Infants and Young Children on page 1 36 Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you will want to ...

Page 25: ...e into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 33 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Move the shoulder belt height adjuster to the height that is right for you See Shoulder Belt Height Adjustmen...

Page 26: ...under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor 1 20 ...

Page 27: ...oo loose It will not give nearly as much protection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much which could increase injury The shoulder belt should fit against your body 1 21 ...

Page 28: ...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 22 ...

Page 29: ...eriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much force to the ribs which are not as strong as shoulder bones You could also severely injure internal organs like your liver or spleen 1 23 ...

Page 30: ... across the body CAUTION You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is twisted make it straight so it can work properly or ask your dealer to fix it 1 24 ...

Page 31: ...t and your vehicle Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment Before you begin to drive move the shoulder belt height adjuster to the height that is right for you Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is centered on your shoulder The belt should be away from your face and neck but not falling off your shoulder To move it up or down squeeze the release buttons A together and move the heig...

Page 32: ...hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly Right Front Passenger Position To learn how to wear the right front passenger s safety belt properly see Driver Position on page 1 18 The right front passenger s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of th...

Page 33: ...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 is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 1 33 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 1 27 ...

Page 34: ...oulder Belt All rear seating positions have lap shoulder belts Here is how to wear one properly 1 Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it cl...

Page 35: ...t 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 would 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 ...

Page 36: ...oo 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 For outboard seating positions when the safety belt is not in use slide the latch plate up the safety belt webbing The latch plate should rest on the stitching on the safety belt near the guide loop on the side wall 1 ...

Page 37: ...ome adults When attached to a shoulder belt the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head Here is how to attach the comfort guide to the shoulder belt 1 Slide the guide off of its storage clip located between the interior body and the seatback 2 Slide the guide under and past the belt The elastic cord must be under the belt Then place the guide over the belt and insert the two e...

Page 38: ...guide on top CAUTION A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured 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 1 32 ...

Page 39: ...ntal or near frontal crash Pretensioners work only once If they activate in a crash you will need to get new ones and probably other new parts for your safety belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 1 80 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dealer will order you an exte...

Page 40: ...t should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs It should never be worn over the abdomen which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear seat In a crash children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled u...

Page 41: ...so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides on page 1 31 If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that the shoulder belt still is on t...

Page 42: ...child s pelvic bones in a crash Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained whil...

Page 43: ...0 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint CAUTION Children who are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them...

Page 44: ...t will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs CAUTION Newborn infants need complete support including support for the head and neck T...

Page 45: ...e child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints Child Restraint Systems An infant car bed A a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a ...

Page 46: ...of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields 1 40 ...

Page 47: ...aint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle An add on child restraint system is a portable one which is purchased by the vehicle s owner To help reduce injuries an add on child restraint must be secured in the vehicle With built in or add on child restraints the child has to be secured within the child restraint When choosing an add on child restraint be sure the child restraint is design...

Page 48: ...lt portion of a lap shoulder belt or by the LATCH system See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 1 46 for more information A child can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle When securing an add on child restraint refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both and t...

Page 49: ... that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached to a wide shelf like shield that swings up or to the side CAUTION A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Make sure the child is properly secured following the instructions that came with that...

Page 50: ...e the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it ...

Page 51: ...hicles with a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint whenever possible If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat CAUTION A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be b...

Page 52: ... safety belts to properly secure the child restraint A child restraint must never be attached using only the top tether and anchor In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle you need a child restraint equipped with LATCH attachments The child restraint manufacturer will provide you with instructions on how to use the child restraint and its attachments The following explains how to attach a ...

Page 53: ...hment B to secure the top tether to the anchor Some top tether equipped child restraints are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others require the top tether always to be attached In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached In the United States some child restraints also have a top tether Be sure to r...

Page 54: ...ether anchors j Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchors i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors j Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchors i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors Crew Cab Rear Seat Extended Cab Rear Seat Front Seat Regular and Extended Cab without Rear Seats 1 48 ...

Page 55: ...in a palm up position and reach up between the seat cushion and the seatback The top tether anchors in a crew cab model are located on the back wall behind each rear seating position Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed The top tether anchors in an extended cab model are located on the center of the back w...

Page 56: ...assenger s position of a vehicle that has rear seats if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached There is no place to attach the top tether in this position Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat See Where...

Page 57: ...le s safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual CAUTION Each top tether anchor and lower anchor in the vehicle is designed to hold only one child restraint Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash A child or ot...

Page 58: ... anchors A See Rear Seat Operation Crew Cab on page 1 10 or Rear Seat Operation Extended Cab on page 1 12 2 2 Route the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions If the position you are using has a fixed head restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether over the head restraint If the position you are using has an adjustable head restra...

Page 59: ...ured properly 3 Attach and tighten the lower attachments to the lower anchors If the child restraint does not have lower attachments or the desired seating position does not have lower anchors secure the child restraint with the top tether and the safety belts Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual 3 1 Find the lower anchors for the desired seat...

Page 60: ...on 1 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 1 3 Attach the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors D in the vehicle The child restraint instructions will show you how 2 If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor C Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps 2 1 ...

Page 61: ...mation and additional information on installing a child restraint in the right front seat position 1 See Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position on page 1 59 for instructions on installing the child restraint using the safety belts 2 If the child restraint manufacturer s instructions recommends that the top tether be attached attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether ...

Page 62: ...is secure Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position If your child restraint is equipped with the LATCH system see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 1 46 If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system you will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure ...

Page 63: ...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 57 ...

Page 64: ...e child restraint if the top tether is attached disconnect it Unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger For outboard seating positions when the safety belt is not in use slide the latch plate up the safety belt webbing The latch plate should rest on the stitching on the safety...

Page 65: ...cle has a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint there is a label on your sun visor that says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s airbag inflates This is because the ...

Page 66: ... guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off We recommend that rear facing child restraints be transported in vehicles with a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint whenever possible If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat position move the sea...

Page 67: ...ecuring the child restraint in this seat See Power Seats on page 1 3 or Manual Seats on page 1 2 When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you turn the ignition to ON or START See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 3 27 2 Put the child restraint on the ...

Page 68: ...actor If you are using a forward facing child restraint you may find it helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt You should not be able to pull more of the belt from the retractor once the lock has been set 7 If your vehicle does not have rear seats and if your child restraint has a top tether attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor Se...

Page 69: ...our dealer To remove the child restraint if the top tether is attached disconnect it Unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger When the safety belt is not in use slide the latch plate up the safety belt webbing The latch plate should rest on the stitching on the safety belt ne...

Page 70: ...ntal airbags for the driver and right front passenger are designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflate in rollover rear crashes or in many side crashes And for some unrestrained occupants frontal airbags may provide less protection in frontal crashes than more forceful airbags have provided in the past Roof mounted side impact airbags a...

Page 71: ...aintaining control of the vehicle Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door CAUTION Anyone who is up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer the best protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young ...

Page 72: ...irbag symbol The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 26 for more information Where Are the Airbags The driver s airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel 1 66 ...

Page 73: ...irbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side If your vehicle has a roof mounted side impact airbag for the driver and the person seated directly behind the driver it is located in the ceiling above the side windows 1 67 ...

Page 74: ...son causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering If your vehicle has side impact airbags never secure anything to the roof of your vehicle by routing the rope or tiedown through any door or window opening...

Page 75: ...el for a full deployment is about 19 to 24 mph 30 6 to 38 6 km h The threshold level can vary however with specific vehicle design so that it can be somewhat above or below this range Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash speeds For example If the vehicle hits a stationary object the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a moving object If the vehicle h...

Page 76: ...em detects that the vehicle is in a crash The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator which inflates the airbag The inflator airbag and related hardware are all part of the airbag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger For vehicles with side impact airbags there are also airbag modules in the ceiling of the vehicle nea...

Page 77: ...coming from the vents in the deflated airbags Airbag inflation does not prevent the driver from seeing out of the front windshield or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an airbag inflates there is dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone i...

Page 78: ...a Recorders on page 7 9 Let only qualified technicians work on your airbag system Improper service can mean that your airbag system will not work properly See your dealer for service Passenger Sensing System Your vehicle has a passenger sensing system The passenger airbag status indicator on the instrument panel will be visible when you turn your ignition key to ON or START The words ON and OFF or...

Page 79: ...facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag Even though the passenger sensing system is design...

Page 80: ...re the airbag 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 is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even tho...

Page 81: ...n on page 1 59 If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit check to make sure that the vehicle s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion If this happens slightly recline the vehicle s seatback and adjust the seat cushion if possible Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint If...

Page 82: ...hicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes This will allow the system to detect that person and then enable the passenger s airbag CAUTION If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on and stays on it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system If this ever happens have the vehicle serviced promptly because an adult size perso...

Page 83: ...s affect how your vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the airbag system in several places around your vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the airbag system To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 14 CAUTION For up to 10 seconds after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disc...

Page 84: ...y your vehicle 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 Q Because I have a disability I have to get my vehicle modified How can I find out whether this will affect my airbag system A Changing or moving any parts of the front seats safety belts the airbag sensing and ...

Page 85: ...frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken airbag covers and have them repaired or replaced The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Notice If you damage the covering for the driver s or the right front passenger s airbag or the side impact airbag covering if equipped on the ceiling near the side windows the airbag may not work properly You may have to replace th...

Page 86: ...ATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the belt or LATCH system was not being used at the time of the collision If an airbag inflates you will need to replace airbag system parts See the part on the airbag system earlier in this section If the frontal airbags inflate you will also need to replace the driver s and right front passen...

Page 87: ...Engine Coolant Heater 2 19 Automatic Transmission Operation 2 20 Manual Transmission Operation 2 23 Four Wheel Drive 2 24 Parking Brake 2 28 Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transmission 2 30 Shifting Out of Park P Automatic Transmission 2 32 Parking Your Vehicle Manual Transmission 2 32 Parking Over Things That Burn 2 33 Engine Exhaust 2 33 Running the Engine While Parked 2 34 Mirrors 2 35 Manual R...

Page 88: ...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 2 ...

Page 89: ...t of your vehicle call the GM Roadside Assistance Center See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 6 If your vehicle is equipped with the OnStar system with an active subscription and you lock your keys inside the vehicle OnStar may be able to send a command to unlock your vehicle See OnStar System on page 2 39 for more information Remote Keyless Entry System If the vehicle has the keyless entry s...

Page 90: ...eck the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Take a few steps to the left or right hold the transmitter higher and try again Check to determine if battery replacement is necessary See Battery Replacement under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 2 4 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry System O...

Page 91: ...ck under DIC Controls and Displays on page 3 38 L Panic Press this button to make the horn sound and the headlamps and taillamps flash for up to 30 seconds To turn them off again do one of these three things wait for 30 seconds press the panic button again or start the vehicle Matching Transmitter s to Your Vehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from ...

Page 92: ...o 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 damage the transmitter To replace the battery do the following 1 Insert a thin coin or similar object in the slot between the covers of the transmitter housing Gently pry the transmitter apart 2 Remove and replace the battery with a three volt CR...

Page 93: ...ld can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle To unlock the door from the outside use the key or...

Page 94: ...utomatic lock unlock feature If your vehicle has an automatic transmission it is programmed from the factory to lock all doors automatically when the shift lever is moved out of PARK P All the doors will unlock when the shift lever is moved back into PARK P If your vehicle has a manual transmission it is programmed from the factory to lock all the doors when the vehicle speed is greater than 15 mp...

Page 95: ...the security locks do the following 1 Open one of the rear doors 2 Using your ignition key turn the lock to the horizontal position 3 Close the door 4 Repeat these steps on the other rear door If you want to open a rear door when the security lock is on unlock the door and open the door from the outside To disengage the security locks do the following 1 Open one of the rear doors 2 Using your igni...

Page 96: ... Rear Doors Extended Cab To open a rear door open the front door Then use the handle located on the front edge of the rear door panel to open it You must close the rear door before closing the front door Tailgate You can open the tailgate by pulling up on the outside handle while pulling the tailgate down When you put the tailgate back up be sure it latches securely You can lock the tailgate using...

Page 97: ...embly Reverse the procedure to reinstall the tailgate Make sure it is secure To partially lower the tailgate do the following 1 With the tailgate fully open lift up slightly on the entire tailgate assembly 2 Remove the retaining cable from the passenger side of the tailgate by pulling the clip away from the bolt head while pushing the cable bracket forward When the larger part of the hole on the b...

Page 98: ...vercome 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 On a vehicle with manual windows use the handle on each door to open and close each window 2 12 ...

Page 99: ...blow a fuse Express Down Windows The driver s window has an express down feature that allows the window to be lowered fully without continuously holding the switch Press the front of the switch past the first position to activate the express down mode The express down mode can be canceled at any time by pulling up on the switch Window Lockout o Window Lockout If you have a crew cab vehicle with po...

Page 100: ...ror Pull down the visor to access the mirror Theft Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal Content Theft Deterrent If your vehicle has the remote keyless entry system the vehicle has a content theft deterrent alarm system To activate the...

Page 101: ...ff Here is how to avoid setting off the alarm by accident If you do not want to activate the theft deterrent system the vehicle should be locked with the door key after the doors are closed Always unlock a door with the remote keyless entry transmitter Unlocking a door any other way will set off the alarm If you set off the alarm by accident you can turn off the alarm by pressing unlock on the rem...

Page 102: ...nd must be serviced by your dealer Your vehicle is not protected by Passlock at this time See your dealer for service In an emergency call the Roadside Assistance Center See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7 6 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break In Notice Your vehicle does not need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines...

Page 103: ...trical accessories or items plugged into the accessory power outlets On automatic transmission vehicles this position unlocks the ignition On manual transmission vehicles it unlocks the ignition and steering wheel Use this position if your vehicle must be pushed or towed ON C This is the position that the switch returns to after you start your engine and release the switch The switch stays in ON w...

Page 104: ...e is stopped Manual Transmission The gear selector should be in NEUTRAL and the parking brake engaged Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and start the engine Your vehicle will not start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down that is a safety feature Starting Your Engine 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to START When the engine starts let go of the key The idle ...

Page 105: ...tarts let go of the key and accelerator If the vehicle starts briefly but then stops again do the same thing but this time keep the pedal down for five or six seconds This clears the extra gasoline from the engine Notice Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electric...

Page 106: ...ord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you do not it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in The answer depends on the outside temperature the kind of oil you have and some other things Instead of trying to list everything here we ask that you contact your dealer in the area where you will be parking your vehicle The dealer can give you the...

Page 107: ...PARK P See Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transmission on page 2 30 If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 4 57 Make sure the shift lever is fully in PARK P before starting the engine Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system You have to fully apply your regular brakes before you can shift from PARK P when the ignition key is in ON If you cannot shift ...

Page 108: ...e accelerator all the way down You will shift down to the next gear and have more power THIRD 3 This position is also used for normal driving However it offers more power and lower fuel economy than DRIVE D SECOND 2 This position gives you more power but lower fuel economy than THIRD 3 You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you wou...

Page 109: ... pedal as you press the accelerator pedal To stop let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to NEUTRAL NEUTRAL Use this position when you start or idle your engine REVERSE R To back up press the clutch pedal After the vehicle stops shift into REVERSE R Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press t...

Page 110: ...ight Manual Transmission on page 3 30 Shift Speeds CAUTION If you skip a gear when you downshift you could lose control of your vehicle You could injure yourself or others Do not shift down more than one gear at a time 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 best performance o...

Page 111: ... street and highway situations Your front axle is not engaged in two wheel drive CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P or if you have a manual transmission even if you are in gear You or someone else could be seriously injured Be sure to set the parking brake before placing the transfer case in NEUTRAL See Parking Brake o...

Page 112: ...ll unlock automatically It is normal to hear and feel your vehicle s transfer case shift into Four Wheel High If you shift with the vehicle stopped the indicator light may still flash slowly It may be necessary to shift the transmission momentarily into REVERSE R and DRIVE D for an automatic transmission or REVERSE R and FIRST 1 for a manual transmission to have the light stop flashing Shifting fr...

Page 113: ...ete the shift Shifting to NEUTRAL Use NEUTRAL when you plan to tow your vehicle See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4 51 for towing instructions To shift the transfer case into NEUTRAL do the following 1 Set the parking brake 2 Start the vehicle 3 Press the regular brake pedal and shift the transmission in NEUTRAL N or press in the clutch for vehicles with a manual transmission 4 Shift the tra...

Page 114: ...hicles with a manual transmission 4 Press the button for the desired transfer case shift position Two Wheel High Four Wheel High or Four Wheel Low 5 After the transfer case has shifted out of NEUTRAL the indicator light will go out 6 Release the parking brake 7 Shift the transmission to the desired position Parking Brake The parking brake pedal is located to the left of the regular brake pedal nea...

Page 115: ... hold the regular brake pedal down Pull the bottom edge of the lever located above the parking brake pedal with the parking brake symbol directly rearward to release the parking brake If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released the brake system warning light will go off Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake s...

Page 116: ...r see Towing a Trailer on page 4 57 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake CAUTION If you have four wheel drive your vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift lever is in PARK P if your transfer case is in NEUTRAL So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear two wheel high 2H or four wheel high 4H or four wheel low 4L not in NEUTRAL 2 Move the shift lev...

Page 117: ...thout first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into PARK P Torque Lock Automatic Transmission If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift your transmission into PARK P properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of PARK P This is called ...

Page 118: ...old the brake pedal down but still cannot shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the key to ACC There is no shift interlock in 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 Manual Transmission Your vehicle has a manual tra...

Page 119: ...nconsciousness and death You might have exhaust coming in if Your exhaust system sounds strange or different Your vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs were not done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system had been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming...

Page 120: ...an 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 38 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the automatic transmission 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 l...

Page 121: ...down and side to side The control at the bottom of the mirror is the day night feature that allows adjustment to the mirror so that the glare of headlamps from behind is reduced Push the control for daytime use pull it for night use The mirror may have lamps Press the button next to each lamp to turn it on or off Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar Mirror Operation Your vehicle may have a manual re...

Page 122: ...lights and through traffic P On Off The automatic dimming feature is automatically activated when the vehicle is started The automatic dimming feature is turned on or off by pressing this button located on the lower part of the mirror Press and hold the button for up to three seconds to turn this feature on or off T Indicator Light This light will turn on when the automatic dimming feature is acti...

Page 123: ...If the mirror is not adjusted for compass variance your compass could give false readings The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance if you live outside zone eight Under certain circumstances such as a long distance cross country trip it will be necessary to adjust the compass variance To adjust for compass...

Page 124: ... hand so that the side of the vehicle can be seen while you are sitting in a comfortable driving position The mirrors can be folded inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash To fold push the mirror toward the vehicle To return the mirror to its original position push outward Return both mirrors to the unfolded position before driving Outside Power Mirrors If your vehicle ha...

Page 125: ...UTION A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on your right Check your inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes OnStar System OnStar uses global positioning system GPS satellite technology wireless communications and live advisors to provide you with a wide ...

Page 126: ...nStar Services For new vehicles equipped with OnStar the Safe and Sound Plan is included for one year from the date of purchase You can extend this plan beyond the first year or upgrade to the Directions and Connections Plan to meet your needs For more information press the OnStar button to speak to an advisor Safe and Sound Plan Automatic Notification of Airbag Deployment Emergency Services Roads...

Page 127: ...ffic reports and stock quotes By pressing the phone button and giving a few simple voice commands you can browse through the various topics Customize your information profile at www myonstar com See the OnStar user s guide for more information Storage Areas Glove Box To open the glove box pull on the lever Cupholder s Your vehicle may have two cupholders located on the lower part of the front door...

Page 128: ...rea will lift up with the lid of the lower storage area To close the storage area s lower the lid s until you feel the latch close Assist Handles Your vehicle may have assist handles to be used when getting out of your vehicle If your vehicle has assist handles they are located above the front passenger door if you have a regular cab or above the front and rear passenger doors if you have an exten...

Page 129: ...To open a storage box unhook the bottom and lift the two latches on each side of the storage box Lift the lid from the center area to access the storage box 2 43 ...

Page 130: ... NOTES 2 44 ...

Page 131: ...ower Outlet s 3 18 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 3 19 Climate Controls 3 19 Climate Control System 3 19 Outlet Adjustment 3 21 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 3 22 Instrument Panel Cluster 3 23 Speedometer and Odometer 3 24 Trip Odometer 3 24 Tachometer 3 24 Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 25 Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light 3 25 Airbag Readiness Light 3 26 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator...

Page 132: ... Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems RDS 3 45 AM FM Radio 3 46 Radio with CD MP3 3 48 Radio with Six Disc CD 3 63 Theft Deterrent Feature Non RDS Radios 3 74 Theft Deterrent Feature RDS Radios 3 74 Radio Reception 3 74 Care of Your CDs 3 75 Care of the CD Player 3 76 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 76 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 76 Chime Level Adjustment 3 76 Section 3 Instrument Panel 3 2 ...

Page 133: ... NOTES 3 3 ...

Page 134: ...Instrument Panel Overview Manual Transmission shown Automatic Transmission similar 3 4 ...

Page 135: ...og Lamps on page 3 16 Exterior Cargo Lamps See Exterior Cargo Lamps on page 3 17 G Parking Brake Release See Parking Brake on page 2 28 H Horn See Horn on page 3 6 I Traction Control Button or Four Wheel Drive Buttons See Traction Control System TCS on page 4 9 and Four Wheel Drive on page 2 24 J Audio System See Audio System s on page 3 44 K Cigarette Lighter If Equipped See Ashtray s and Cigaret...

Page 136: ... 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 set one up at the side of the road about 300 feet 100 m behind your vehicle Horn To sound the horn press the horn symbol on the steering wheel pad Tilt Wheel A...

Page 137: ...l while driving Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following G Turn and Lane Change Signals See Turn Signal Multifunction Lever on page 3 7 53 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 3 9 Flash to Pass See Flash to Pass on page 3 9 N Windshield Wipers See Windshield Wipers on page 3 9 L Windshield Washer S...

Page 138: ...more quickly than normal a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers will not see your vehicle s turn signal If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the arrows do not go on at all when signaling a turn check for a burned out bulb or a blown fuse For bulb replacement see Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps on page 5 49 For a blown fuse or circuit breaker ...

Page 139: ...ver 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 lever toward you The high beam indicator on the instrument panel cluster will come on Release the lever to return to normal operation Windshield Wipers You control the windshield wipers by turning the band with the wiper symbol ...

Page 140: ... move the band to off Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they re frozen to the windshield carefully loosen or thaw them If your blades do become worn or damaged get new blades or blade inserts Windshield Washer CAUTION In freezing weather do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking yo...

Page 141: ...ake is set or if the master cylinder brake fluid level is low If you apply your brakes the cruise control will shut off CAUTION Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot 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 such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause needless wheel sp...

Page 142: ...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 143: ...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 may want to step on the accelerator pedal to m...

Page 144: ...rightness together with the following Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps Parking Lamps Instrument Panel Lights See Automatic Headlamp System on page 3 15 for more information Parking Lamps Turn the knob to this position to turn on the parking lamps together with the following Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps License Plate Lamps Instrument Panel Lights 2 Headlamps Turn the knob to this position to turn on the he...

Page 145: ...rol is in AUTO The transmission is not in PARK P if you have an automatic transmission The light sensor determines it is daytime Your vehicle will have either the parking lamps or reduced intensity low beams used as the DRL When the DRL are on only those lamps will be on The taillamps sidemarkers and other lamps will not be on The instrument panel will not be lit up either When it begins to get da...

Page 146: ...nel cluster may not be as bright as usual Make sure your instrument panel brightness control is in the full bright position See Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3 17 Fog Lamps If your vehicle has fog lamps you can use them for better vision in foggy or misty conditions Your parking lamps and or low beam headlamps must be on for your fog lamps to work The fog lamp button is located near the exte...

Page 147: ...wn to brighten or dim the instrument panel lights and the radio display This will only work if the headlamps or parking lamps are on See Exterior Lamps on page 3 14 Dome Lamp The dome lamp will come on when a door is opened They will shut off several seconds after all doors are closed You can also turn the dome lamp on manually by turning the interior lamps thumbwheel all the way up In this positi...

Page 148: ...tive cap Notice Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain the battery Always turn off electrical equipment when not in use and do not plug in equipment that exceeds the maximum amperage rating Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for a...

Page 149: ...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 in while it is heating Climate Controls Climate Control System With this system you can...

Page 150: ... If this occurs see Defogging and Defrosting following Mode Buttons Recirculation If your vehicle has air conditioning you will have the recirculation feature This mode recirculates air inside the cabin and prevents outside air from coming in the vehicle It can be used to prevent outside odors from entering your vehicle and cool the air inside your vehicle more quickly Press this button to turn th...

Page 151: ...rost modes Floor Defog This mode directs the air to the windshield the side window outlets and to the floor outlets When you select this mode the system runs the air conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature is near freezing or below Recirculation is not available in this mode 0 Defrost This mode directs most of the air to the windshield and the side window outlets When you select thi...

Page 152: ...to let you know they are 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 is a problem with your vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on when you are driving or when one of the...

Page 153: ...let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running You will know how fast you are going about how much fuel you have used and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically United States automatic transmission version shown Canada similar 3 23 ...

Page 154: ...total of the old odometer then it must be But if it cannot then it is set at zero and a label must be put on the driver s door to show the old mileage reading when the new odometer was installed Trip Odometer Your vehicle has a trip odometer that can tell you how far your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero See Trip Odometer under DIC Controls and Displays on page ...

Page 155: ...rovided Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Several seconds after the key is turned to ON or START a chime will sound for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt This would only occur if the passenger airbag is enabled See Passenger Sensing System on page 1 72 for more information The passenger safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds t...

Page 156: ...s ready If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your airbag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the airbag system may not be working properly The airbags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate ...

Page 157: ...al airbag If your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint there is a label on your sun visor that says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a r...

Page 158: ... rear facing child restraints be transported in vehicles with a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint whenever possible If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the right front passenger s frontal airbag is enabled may inflate CAUTION If the on indicator comes on when you have a rear facing child restraint installed in th...

Page 159: ...ystem If this ever happens have the vehicle serviced promptly because an adult size person sitting in the right front passenger seat may not have the protection of the frontal airbag See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3 26 Battery Warning Light This light will come on briefly when you start the vehicle as a check to show you it is working then it should go out If it stays on or comes on while you ...

Page 160: ... System Warning Light Your vehicle s hydraulic brake system is divided into two parts If one part is not working the other part can still work and stop you For good braking though you need both parts working well If the warning light comes on there could be a brake problem Have your brake system inspected right away This light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to ON If it does ...

Page 161: ...e system warning light on can lead to an accident If the light is still on after you have pulled off the road and stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti lock brake system this light will come on briefly when you start your engine to show it is working Then it will turn off This is normal If the light stays on or comes on when you re ...

Page 162: ...is called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation and is intended to assure that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the vehicle helping to produce a cleaner environment The check engine light comes on to indicate that there is a problem and service is required Malfunctions often will be indicated by the system before any problem is apparent This may prevent more serious damag...

Page 163: ...n detected A misfire increases vehicle emissions and may damage the emission control system on your vehicle Diagnosis and service may be required Light On Steady An emission control system malfunction has been detected on your vehicle Diagnosis and service may be required If the Light is Flashing The following may prevent more serious damage to your vehicle Reducing vehicle speed Avoiding hard acc...

Page 164: ...re of these conditions change the fuel brand you use It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off If none of the above steps have made the light turn off your dealer can check the vehicle Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs...

Page 165: ...anging engine oil This light tells you if there could be a problem with your engine oil pressure The light goes on when you turn your key to ON or START It goes off once you start your engine That s a check to be sure the light works If it doesn t come on be sure to have it fixed so it will be there to warn you if something goes wrong When the light comes on and stays on it means that oil isn t fl...

Page 166: ... problem with the Passlock system Your vehicle will not be protected by Passlock and you should see your dealer Also see Content Theft Deterrent on page 2 14 for additional information regarding the security light Cruise Control Light This light comes on whenever you set your cruise control The light will go out when the cruise control is turned off See Cruise Control on page 3 11 for more informa...

Page 167: ...as station the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gage moves a little when you turn a corner or speed up The gage does not go back to empty when you turn off the...

Page 168: ...l cluster next to the DIC display To scroll through the available functions press and release the reset stem Trip Information Odometer The odometer is automatically displayed on the DIC when you start the vehicle The odometer shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven in either miles for the United States or kilometers for Canada Trip Odometer Press and release the reset stem until TRIP ...

Page 169: ...t your choice Automatic Door Locks This feature allows you to program your door locks to a preferred setting To set your choice for this feature perform the following steps 1 With the engine off turn the key to LOCK Do not remove the key from the ignition 2 Press and hold the power door lock button for approximately three seconds until the DIC display shows the current door lock mode 3 To view the...

Page 170: ...d hold the lock and unlock buttons on the remote keyless entry transmitter at the same time Hold both buttons until the DIC display shows the current remote keyless entry feedback mode 3 To view the next available mode press and hold the reset stem for approximately two seconds Release the reset stem and press and hold again to view each mode 4 Once the desired mode is shown on the DIC display bri...

Page 171: ...onditioning in your vehicle needs to be turned off See Engine Overheating on page 5 27 and Climate Control System on page 3 19 for more information It will be displayed along with the ENG HOT message ABS Anti Lock Brake System This message will be displayed if there is a problem with your anti lock brake system Check your anti lock brake system as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced by...

Page 172: ...ler as soon as possible if you suspect your engine is overheating See Engine Overheating on page 5 27 for more information FLUID This message will be displayed if your brake fluid is low Check the brake fluid as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced by your GM dealer See Brakes on page 5 36 for more information Press the reset stem to acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC dis...

Page 173: ...WD Four Wheel Drive This message will be displayed when there is a problem with your transfer case control system Check the transfer case on your vehicle and have it serviced by your GM dealer See Four Wheel Drive on page 2 24 for more information about your transfer case Press the reset stem to acknowledge the message and clear it from the display TRACTION FAULT If you have the Traction Control S...

Page 174: ...re information see Defensive Driving on page 4 2 Get familiar with your vehicle s audio system so you can use it with less effort and take full advantage of its features Here are some ways in which you can help avoid distraction while driving While your vehicle is parked Familiarize yourself with all of its controls Familiarize yourself with its operation Set up your audio system by presetting you...

Page 175: ...clock goes into time set mode Display the time with the ignition off by pressing RCL HR or MIN Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems RDS The 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 minute appears ...

Page 176: ... or the left arrow 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 tw...

Page 177: ...o will appear on the display To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position first exit out of audio mode by pressing another button causing the radio to perform that function or by waiting five seconds for the display to return to time of day Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep CEN will appear on the display Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade ...

Page 178: ...he radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and must be returned to your GM dealer for service LOC Locked This message is displayed when the THEFTLOCK system has locked up Take the vehicle to your GM dealer for service If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your GM dealer Radio with CD MP3 Radio Data System RDS The audio system has a Radio Data Sys...

Page 179: ...required in order to receive the XM service For more information contact XM at www xmradio com or call 1 800 852 XMXM 9696 Playing the Radio PWR Power Press this knob to turn the system on and off o VOL p Volume Turn this knob to increase or to decrease the volume DISPL Display When the ignition is turned off press this knob to display the time For RDS press the DISPL knob to change what appears o...

Page 180: ...e radio will produce one beep The radio will go to a station play for a few seconds then go on to the next station Press either arrow again or one of the pushbuttons to stop scanning presets To scan preset stations press and hold either arrow for more than four seconds PSCN will appear on the display and the radio will produce one beep The radio will go to a preset station play for a few seconds t...

Page 181: ...sical To return the bass and treble to the manual mode push and release the AUTO EQ button until CUSTOM appears on the display Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade AUDIO To adjust the balance between the right and the left speakers push and release the AUDIO knob until BAL appears on the display Turn the knob to move the sound toward the right or the left speakers To adjust the fade between the fro...

Page 182: ... radio will return to the last station you were listening to BAND Alternate Frequency Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type To turn alternate frequency on press and hold BAND for two seconds AF ON will appear on the display The radio may switch to stations with a stronger frequency To turn alternate frequency off press and hold BAND again f...

Page 183: ...adio station you will hear it If the station does not broadcast traffic announcements press the TRAF button and the radio will seek to a station that does When a station that broadcasts traffic announcements is found the radio will stop seeking and TRAF will appear on the display If no station is found that broadcasts traffic announcements NO TRAF will appear on the display If TRAF is on the displ...

Page 184: ... into an open area the signal should return Loading Acquiring channel audio after 4 second delay The radio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavl Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer a...

Page 185: ...e The XM receiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced check with your GM dealer Radio ID Radio ID label channel 0 If tuned to channel 0 this message will alternate with the XM Radio eight digit radio ID label This label is needed to activate t...

Page 186: ... may be an increase in skipping difficulty in finding tracks and or difficulty in loading and ejecting If these problems occur check the bottom surface of the CD If the surface of the CD is damaged such as cracked broken or scratched the CD will not play properly If the surface of the CD is soiled see Care of Your CDs later in this section If there is no apparent damage try a known good CD Do not ...

Page 187: ...f the current or the previous track Press the right arrow to go to the start of the next track Pressing either arrow for more than two seconds will scan the next tracks playing the first eight seconds of each track until all of the tracks have been previewed Press the button again to stop scanning and to play the track o TUNE p Turning the TUNE knob will fast track reverse or advance through track...

Page 188: ...recorded using no file folders The system can support up to 11 folders in depth though keep the depth of the folders to a minimum in order to keep down the complexity and confusion in trying to locate a particular folder during playback If a CD contains more than the maximum of 50 folders 50 playlists 10 sessions and 255 files the player will let you access and navigate up to the maximum but all i...

Page 189: ... tracks from the root directory have been played play will continue from files according to their numerical listing After playing the last track from the last folder play will begin again at the first track of the first folder or root directory When play enters a new folder the display will not automatically show the new folder name unless you have chosen the folder mode as the default display See...

Page 190: ...f the surface of the CD is damaged such as cracked broken or scratched the CD will not play properly If the surface of the CD is soiled see Care of Your CDs later in this section If there is no apparent damage try a known good CD Do not add any label to a CD it could get caught in the CD player If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed try labeling the top of the...

Page 191: ... in the current folder or playlist have been played the system will move on to the next folder or playlist and play all of the tracks in random order To random all the tracks on the CD press and hold this pushbutton for two seconds You will hear a beep and DISC RDM will appear on the display This feature will not work with playlists When in random pressing and releasing either SEEK arrow will take...

Page 192: ...n the display press the DISPL knob until you see the display you want then press and hold this knob for two seconds The radio will produce one beep and the selected display will now be the default INFO Information INFO will appear on the display whenever a current track has ID3 tag information Press this button to display the artist name and album contained in the tag INFO will disappear from the ...

Page 193: ... of the CD may not be compatible See MP3 Format earlier in this section 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 GM dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to ...

Page 194: ... until AUTO VOL OFF appears on the display Finding a Station BAND Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 or AM The display will show the selection o TUNE p Turn this knob to select radio stations SEEK Press either the SEEK or the TYPE arrows to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there The radio will only seek stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band SCAN Pre...

Page 195: ...utton until a beep is heard Setting the Tone Bass Middle Treble AUDIO Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS MID or TREB appears on the display Turn the knob to increase or to decrease The display will show the bass midrange or treble level If a station is weak or noisy decrease the treble To adjust the bass midrange and treble to the middle position push and hold the AUDIO knob The radio will...

Page 196: ... controls are displayed ALL CENTERED will appear on the display and you will hear a beep Radio Data System RDS The audio system has a Radio Data System RDS RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information With RDS the radio can do the following Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming Receive announcements concerning local and national eme...

Page 197: ...n scanning the stations in the PTY 4 Press either the TYPE or the SCAN arrows to stop scanning BAND Alternate Frequency Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type To turn alternate frequency on press and hold BAND for two seconds AF ON will appear on the display The radio may switch to stations with a stronger frequency To turn alternate frequen...

Page 198: ...n error cannot be corrected contact your GM dealer Playing a CD If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player it will stay in the player When the ignition or radio is turned on the CD will start playing where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source When a CD is inserted the CD symbol will appear on the display As each new track starts to play the track number will appe...

Page 199: ...e player will pull the CD in To insert multiple CDs do the following 1 Turn the ignition on 2 Press and hold the LOAD button for two seconds You will hear a beep and the indicator light located to the right of the slot will begin to flash and MULTI LOAD will appear on the display 3 Once the light stops flashing and turns green INSERT CD will appear on the display load a CD Insert the CD partway in...

Page 200: ... flashing again and another CD will eject To stop ejecting the CDs press the LOAD or the eject button If the CD is not removed after 25 seconds the CD will be automatically pulled back into the player If CD is pushed back into the player before the 25 second time period is complete the player will sense an error and will try to eject the CD several times before stopping Do not repeatedly press the...

Page 201: ...is section SEEK Press the left arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than 10 seconds have played or to go to the previous track if less than 10 seconds have played Press the right arrow to go to the next track If either arrow is held or pressed more than once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD SCAN To scan one CD press and hold either SCAN arrow for ...

Page 202: ...Repeat Steps 3 and 4 for saving other selections S LIST FULL will appear on the display if you try to save more than 20 selections To play the song list press the SONG LIST button One beep will be heard and S LIST will appear on the display The recorded tracks will begin to play in the order they were saved Seek through the song list by using the SEEK or TYPE arrows Seeking past the last saved tra...

Page 203: ...ss the SONG LIST button One beep will be heard and S LIST will be removed from the display CD Messages CHECK CD If this message appears on the display and or the CD comes out it could be for one of the following reasons It is very hot When the temperature returns to normal the CD should play You are driving on a very rough road When the road becomes smoother the CD should play The CD is dirty scra...

Page 204: ...ed off the blinking red light indicates that THEFTLOCK is armed With THEFTLOCK activated the radio will not operate if stolen Radio Reception You may experience frequency interference and static during normal radio reception if items such as cellphone chargers vehicle convenience accessories and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet If there is interference or sta...

Page 205: ...he XM signal for a period of time The radio may display NO SIGNAL to indicate interference Care of Your CDs Handle CDs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust The CD player scans the bottom surface of the disc If the surface of a CD is damaged such as cracked broken or scratched the CD will not play properly or not at all If the...

Page 206: ...cle has a sunroof the performance of the XM system may be affected if the sunroof is open Loading items onto the roof of your vehicle can interfere with the performance of the XM system Make sure the XM Satellite Radio antenna is not obstructed Chime Level Adjustment The radio is the vehicle chime producer To change the volume level press and hold pushbutton 6 with the ignition on and the radio po...

Page 207: ...in and on Wet Roads 4 29 City Driving 4 32 Freeway Driving 4 33 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 34 Highway Hypnosis 4 35 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 36 Winter Driving 4 38 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 4 42 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 4 42 Recovery Hooks 4 43 Loading Your Vehicle 4 44 Truck Camper Loading Information 4 50 Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab 4 50 Towing 4 50 To...

Page 208: ...t pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do and be ready Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task makes proper defensive driving more difficult an...

Page 209: ...ates nearly half the adult population choose never to drink alcohol so they never drive after drinking For persons under 21 it is against the law in every U S state to drink alcohol There are good medical psychological and developmental reasons for these laws The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive But what if people do Ho...

Page 210: ... drinking will have a somewhat lower BAC level There is a gender difference too Women generally have a lower relative percentage of body water than men Since alcohol is carried in body water this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks The law in most U S states and throughout Canada sets the legal l...

Page 211: ...many people do not know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking CAUTION Drinking and then driving is ve...

Page 212: ...he condition of the road whether it is wet dry or icy tire tread the condition of your brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts heavy acceleration followed by heavy braking rather than keeping pace with traffic This is a mistake Your brakes may not have time to cool between hard stops Your brakes will wear out m...

Page 213: ...on This is normal If there is a problem with the anti lock brake system this warning light will stay on See Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light on page 3 31 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 is what happens with ABS A computer senses that wheels are slowing down If one of the wheels i...

Page 214: ...ke pedal or always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you you will not have time to apply your brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops Always leave enough room up ahead to stop even though you have anti lock brakes Using Anti Lock Do not pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let anti lock work for you You may feel the brakes vibrat...

Page 215: ...n all transmission shift lever positions But the system can upshift the transmission only as high as the shift lever position you have chosen so you should use the lower gears only when necessary See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 2 20 and or Manual Transmission Operation on page 2 23 for more information If there is a problem with TCS TRACTION FAULT will be displayed on your Driver Info...

Page 216: ... in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places You can lose control What should you do if this ever happens Ease up on the accelerator pedal steer the ve...

Page 217: ...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 218: ...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 219: ...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 its f...

Page 220: ...handled by easing your foot off the accelerator pedal If your vehicle starts to slide ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go If you start steering quickly enough your vehicle may straighten out Always be ready for a second skid if it occurs Of course traction is reduced when water snow ice gravel or other material is on the road For safety you...

Page 221: ...volves 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 Before You Go Off Roading There are some things to do before you go out For example be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done Check to make sure all underbody shields if equippe...

Page 222: ...s could be injured Keep cargo below the top of the seatbacks CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Unsecured cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when driving over rough terrain You or your passengers can be struck by flying objects Secure the cargo properly Heavy loads on the roof raise the vehicle s center of gravity making it more likely to roll over You can be seriously or fatally injured...

Page 223: ...s exhaust system Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip especially when going to a remote area Know the terrain and plan your route You are much less likely to get bad surprises Get accurate maps of trails and terrain Try to learn of any blocked or closed roads It is also a good idea to travel with at least one other vehicle If something happens to one of them the other can hel...

Page 224: ...terrain You need to be familiar with the terrain and its many different features Here are some things to consider Surface Conditions Off roading can take you over hard packed dirt gravel rocks grass sand mud snow or ice Each of these surfaces affects the steering acceleration and braking of your vehicle in different ways Depending upon the kind of surface you are on you may experience slipping sli...

Page 225: ...an be very dangerous on any road And this is certainly true for off road driving At the very time you need special alertness and driving skills your reflexes perceptions and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You could have a serious or even fatal accident if you drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking See Drunken Driving on page 4 3 Driving on Off Road ...

Page 226: ...ll that can block your path such as boulders trees logs or ruts What is beyond the hill Is there a cliff an embankment a drop off a fence Get out and walk the hill if you do not know It is the smart way to find out Is the hill simply too rough Steep hills often have ruts gullies troughs and exposed rocks because they are more susceptible to the effects of erosion Driving Uphill Once you decide you...

Page 227: ... 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 slowly back down the hill in REVERSE R If your engine has stopped running you will need to restart it With the brake pedal pressed and the parking brake still applied shift the transmission to PAR...

Page 228: ...ling I try to back down the hill and decide I just cannot do it What should I do A Set the parking brake put the automatic transmission in PARK P or the manual transmission in FIRST 1 and turn off the engine Leave the vehicle and go get some help Exit on the uphill side and stay clear of the path the vehicle would take if it rolled downhill Driving Downhill When off roading takes you downhill you ...

Page 229: ...oo steep to drive across You could roll over if you do not drive straight down Never go downhill with the transmission in NEUTRAL N or with the clutch pedal pressed down with a manual transmission This is called free wheeling The brakes will have to do all the work and could overheat and fade Q Am I likely to stall when going downhill A It is much more likely to happen going uphill But if it happe...

Page 230: ...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 231: ...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 232: ...or 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 ...

Page 233: ... stall Stalling can also occur if you get the tailpipe under water And as long as the tailpipe is under water you will never be able to start the engine When you go through water remember that when the brakes get wet it may take you longer to stop CAUTION Driving through rushing water can be dangerous Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream and you and your passengers could drown If it is onl...

Page 234: ...ng Drive defensively Do not drink and drive Adjust the inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you Since you cannot see as well you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your vehicle s headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you are tired pull off the r...

Page 235: ...peatedly Remember that the 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 the 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 236: ...rakes work normally 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 cannot try to slow down before you hit them Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous So much water can build up under your tires that they can actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough...

Page 237: ...ow water crossing your vehicle can be carried away As little as six inches of flowing water can carry away a smaller vehicle If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Do not ignore police warning signs and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Turn on your low beam headlamps not just your parking lamps to help make yo...

Page 238: ...ty map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross country trip Try to use the freeways that rim and crisscross most large cities You will save time and energy See Freeway Driving on page 4 33 Treat a green light as a warning signal A traffic light is there because the corner is busy enough to need it When a light turns green and just before you start to move ...

Page 239: ...ve a clear view of the freeway as you drive along the entrance ramp you should begin to check traffic Try to determine where you expect to blend with the flow Try to merge into the gap at close to the prevailing speed Switch on your turn signal check your mirrors and glance over your shoulder as often as necessary Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow Once you are on the freeway adjust your ...

Page 240: ...or any distance at higher speeds you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you are ready Try to be well rested If you must start when you are not fresh such as after a day s work do not plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive in Is your vehicle ready for a long...

Page 241: ...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 242: ...ad Driving on page 4 15 for information about driving off road Keep your vehicle in good shape Check all fluid levels and also the brakes tires cooling system and transmission These parts can work hard on mountain roads CAUTION If you do not shift down your brakes could get so hot that they would not work well You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill You could crash Shift do...

Page 243: ...go down a steep or long hill Know how to go uphill You may want to shift down to a lower gear The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission and you can climb the hill better Stay in your own lane when driving on two lane roads in hills or mountains Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane As you go over the top of a hill be ...

Page 244: ...d a couple of reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle Driving on Snow or Ice Most of the time those places where the tires meet the road probably have good traction However if there is snow or ice betwe...

Page 245: ...Brake System ABS improves your vehicle s stability when you make a hard stop on a slippery road Even though you have ABS you will want to begin stopping sooner than you would on dry pavement See Anti Lock Brake System ABS on page 4 7 Allow greater following distance on any slippery road Watch for slippery spots The road might be fine until you hit a spot that is covered with ice On an otherwise cl...

Page 246: ...n help and keep yourself and your passengers safe Turn on your hazard flashers Tie a red cloth to your vehicle to alert police that you have been stopped by the snow Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you If you do not have blankets or extra clothing make body insulators from newspapers burlap bags rags floor mats anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to kee...

Page 247: ...long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push the accelerator slightly This uses less fuel for the heat that you get and it keeps the battery charged You will need a well charged battery to restart the vehicle and possibly for signaling later on with your headlamps Let the heater run for a while Then shut the engine off and close th...

Page 248: ...on about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains on page 5 68 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out First turn your steering wheel left and right That will clear the area around your front wheels If you have a four wheel drive vehicle shift into 4HI If you have traction control turn the traction control system off See Traction Control System TCS on page 4 9 Then shift back and forth between...

Page 249: ... place where you can continue driving CAUTION These hooks when used are under a lot of force Always pull the vehicle 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 43 ...

Page 250: ...icle 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 specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle s center pillar B pillar With the driver s door open you will find the label attached below the door latch post Vehicle ...

Page 251: ...s that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs 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 load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lb...

Page 252: ...Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg x 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available Cargo Weight 700 lbs 317 kg Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg x 5 750 lbs 340 kg C Available Cargo Weight 250 lbs 113 kg Example 1 Example 2 4 46 ...

Page 253: ...hicle after it left the factory should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Tire Label A vehicle specific Certification Tire label is attached to the bottom section of the center pillar on the driver s side of the vehicle Vehicles without a center pillar like extended cab models will have the Certification Tire label attached to the edge of the driver s side extended cab door ...

Page 254: ...ional details CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating 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 Using heavier suspension components to get...

Page 255: ...riving under Off Road Driving on page 4 15 Remember not to exceed the Gross Axle Weight rating GAWR of the front or rear axle Two Tiered Loading By positioning four 2 X 6 wooden planks across the width of the pickup box you can create an upper load platform The planks must be inserted in the pickup box depressions The length of the planks must allow for at least a 3 4 inch 2 cm bearing surface on ...

Page 256: ...l Motors is aware that some vehicle owners may consider having the pickup box removed and a commercial or recreational body installed However we recommend that conversions of this type not be done to pickups Owners should be aware that as manufactured there are differences between a chassis cab and a pickup with the box removed which may affect vehicle safety For specific information on this picku...

Page 257: ...e tow vehicle manufacturer s recommendations How far will you tow Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow Do you have the proper towing equipment See your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations Is your vehicle ready to be towed Just as you would prepare your vehicle for a long trip you ll want to make sure your vehicle is ...

Page 258: ...mission is in PARK P for an automatic transmission or if your vehicle is in gear for a manual transmission You or others could be injured Make sure the parking brake is firmly set before you shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL 5 Shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL See Four Wheel Drive on page 2 24 for more information 6 Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached ...

Page 259: ...ion while being towed To dolly tow a two wheel drive vehicle you must tow the vehicle with the rear wheels on the dolly See Rear Towing Rear Wheels Off the Ground later in this section for more information Four Wheel Drive Vehicles Use the following procedure to dolly tow your vehicle from the front 1 Drive the vehicle onto the dolly 2 Firmly set the parking brake See Parking Brake on page 2 28 fo...

Page 260: ... vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the tow vehicle 7 Turn the ignition to LOCK If the tow vehicle will not be started or driven for six weeks or more remove the battery cable from the negative terminal post of the battery to prevent your battery from draining while towing After towing see Shifting Out of NEUTRAL under Four Wheel Drive on page 2 24 Rear Towing Rear Wheels Off the Ground Two...

Page 261: ...ight position 5 Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the tow vehicle 6 Turn the ignition to LOCK If the tow vehicle will not be started or driven for six weeks or more remove the battery cable from the negative terminal post of the battery to prevent your battery from draining while towing Four Wheel Drive Vehicles Use the following procedure to tow yo...

Page 262: ...on is in PARK P for an automatic transmission or if your vehicle is in gear for a manual transmission You or others could be injured Make sure the parking brake is firmly set before you shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL 5 Shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL See Four Wheel Drive on page 2 24 for more information 6 Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to th...

Page 263: ...lways follow the instructions in this section and check with your dealer for more information about towing a trailer with your vehicle To identify the trailering capacity of your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section Trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling acceleration brakin...

Page 264: ... 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 Three important considerations have to do with weight the weight of the trailer the weight of the trailer tongue and the weight on your vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It depends on how you plan to use your rig For examp...

Page 265: ...mission 2 8L Engine 3 42 1 800 lbs 816 kg 5 500 lbs 2 495 kg Manual Transmission 2 8L Engine 3 73 2 300 lbs 1 043 kg 6 000 lbs 2 722 kg Manual Transmission 3 5L Engine 3 42 3 200 lbs 1 451 kg 7 000 lbs 3 175 kg Manual Transmission 3 5L Engine 3 73 3 700 lbs 1 678 kg 7 500 lbs 3 402 kg Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 2WD Extended Cab Automatic Transmission 2 8 L Engine 3 73 3 100 lbs...

Page 266: ... lbs 3 175 kg Manual Transmission 3 5L Engine 3 73 3 600 lbs 1 633 kg 7 500 lbs 3 402 kg Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 2WD Crew Cab Automatic Transmission 2 8L Engine 3 73 2 900 lbs 1 315 kg 7 000 lbs 3 175 kg Automatic Transmission 3 5L Engine 3 42 4 000 lbs 1 814 kg 8 500 lbs 3 856 kg Automatic Transmission 3 5L Engine 3 73 4 000 lbs 1 814 kg 9 000 lbs 4 082 kg Manual Transmissi...

Page 267: ...ission 3 5L Engine 3 73 4 000 lbs 1 814 kg 9 000 lbs 4 082 kg Automatic Transmission 3 5L Engine 4 10 4 000 lbs 1 814 kg 9 000 lbs 4 082 kg Manual Transmission 2 8L Engine 3 73 2 000 lbs 907 kg 6 000 lbs 2 722 kg Manual Transmission 2 8L Engine 4 10 2 000 lbs 907 kg 6 000 lbs 2 722 kg Manual Transmission 3 5L Engine 3 42 3 000 lbs 1 361 kg 7 000 lbs 3 175 kg Manual Transmission 3 5L Engine 3 73 3 ...

Page 268: ...g 8 500 lbs 3 856 kg Automatic Transmission 3 5L Engine 3 73 4 000 lbs 1 814 kg 9 000 lbs 4 082 kg Automatic Transmission 3 5L Engine 4 10 4 000 lbs 1 814 kg 9 000 lbs 4 082 kg Manual Transmission 2 8L Engine 4 10 1 900 lbs 861 kg 6 000 lbs 2 722 kg Manual Transmission 3 5L Engine 3 42 2 800 lbs 1 270 kg 7 000 lbs 3 175 kg Manual Transmission 3 5L Engine 3 73 3 300 lbs 1 497 kg 7 500 lbs 3 402 kg ...

Page 269: ...814 kg 9 000 lbs 4 082 kg Manual Transmission 2 8L Engine 4 10 1 700 lbs 771 kg 6 000 lbs 2 721 kg The Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers cargo equipment and conversions The GCWR for your vehicle should not be exceeded You can ask your dealer for our trailering information or advice or you can wri...

Page 270: ...railer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight up to a maximum of 500 lbs 226 kg with a weight carrying hitch Do not exceed 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...

Page 271: ...me of the latest options and you have a front seat passenger and two rear seat passengers with some luggage and gear in the vehicle as well You may add 300 lbs 136 kg to the front axle weight and 400 lbs 181 kg to the rear axle weight Your vehicle now weighs Weight is still below 7 200 lbs 3 266 kg and you may think that you should subtract 700 additional pounds 318 kg from your trailering capacit...

Page 272: ... Hitches and Weight Carrying Hitches You can use your step bumper hitch for trailers up to 2 000 lbs 907 kg total weight and 200 lbs 90 kg tongue weight Notice If you use a step bumper hitch your bumper could be damaged in sharp turns Make sure you have ample room when turning to avoid contact between the trailer and the bumper Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and...

Page 273: ...nt to get to know your 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 ...

Page 274: ...s 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 you are seeing your signal when they are not It s important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before yo...

Page 275: ...eel chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load 4 Reapply the regular brakes Then apply your parking brake and then shift into PARK P or REVERSE R for a manual transmission See Parking Brake on page 2 28 for more information 5 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear and not in NEUTRAL See Four Wheel Drive on page 2 24 ...

Page 276: ...re tight Trailer Wiring Harness Your vehicle may be equipped with a four pin trailer towing harness This harness has a four pin trailer connector that is attached to a bracket on the hitch platform The four wire harness contains the following trailer circuits Yellow Left Stop Turn Signal Green Right Stop Turn Signal Brown Taillamps Park lamps White Ground Trailer Recommendations You must subtract ...

Page 277: ...System 5 16 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 5 18 Automatic Transmission Fluid 5 19 Manual Transmission Fluid 5 22 Hydraulic Clutch 5 23 Engine Coolant 5 24 Radiator Pressure Cap 5 27 Engine Overheating 5 27 Cooling System 5 29 Engine Fan Noise 5 33 Power Steering Fluid 5 34 Windshield Washer Fluid 5 35 Brakes 5 36 Battery 5 39 Jump Starting 5 40 Rear Axle 5 44 Four Wheel Drive 5 44 Front Axle 5 45 Bulb ...

Page 278: ...5 89 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 5 89 Fabric Carpet 5 91 Leather 5 92 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 5 92 Care of Safety Belts 5 93 Weatherstrips 5 93 Washing Your Vehicle 5 93 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 94 Finish Care 5 94 Windshield and Wiper Blades 5 95 Aluminum Wheels 5 95 Tires 5 96 Sheet Metal Damage 5 96 Finish Damage 5 96 Underbody Maintenance 5 96 Chemical...

Page 279: ...ol and stability control Some of these accessories may even cause malfunction or damage not covered by warranty GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on your vehicle Your GM dealer can accessorize your vehicle using genuine GM Accessories When you go to your GM dealer and ask for GM Accessories you will know that GM trained and supported service technicians will...

Page 280: ...wrong fasteners parts can later break or fall off You could be hurt If you want to do some of your own service work you will want to use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7 14 Your vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to do your ow...

Page 281: ...ane rating is less than 87 you may notice an audible knocking noise when you drive commonly referred to as spark knock If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible If you are using gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher and you hear heavy knocking your engine needs service Gasoline Specifications At a minimum gasoline should meet ASTM specification D 4814 in the Un...

Page 282: ...uired to contain additives that will help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming allowing your emission control system to work properly In most cases you should not have to add anything to your fuel However some gasolines contain only the minimum amount of additive required to meet U S Environmental Protection Agency regulations To help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean or ...

Page 283: ... the use of such gasolines Fuels containing MMT can reduce the life of spark plugs and the performance of the emission control system may be affected The malfunction indicator lamp may turn on If this occurs return to your authorized GM dealer for service Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada the proper fuel may be hard to find Nev...

Page 284: ...eling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some places Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the driver s side of the vehicle To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly counterclockwise Whi...

Page 285: ...e if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere If the fuel cap is not properly installed the FUEL CAP message will appear on the Driver Information Center DIC and the check engine light will be lit on the instrument panel cluster See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 41 and Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3 32 for more inform...

Page 286: ...le in a vehicle s trunk pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel ...

Page 287: ...ood 4 Release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop Remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer Lower the hood 10 to 12 inches 25 to 30 cm above the vehicle and release it to latch fully Check to...

Page 288: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 2 8L engine 3 5L engine similar you will see the following 5 12 ...

Page 289: ...rminal See Jump Starting on page 5 40 K Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 5 36 L Engine Compartment Fuse Block See Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 5 100 M Battery See Battery on page 5 39 N Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Reservoir If Equipped See Hydraulic Clutch on page 5 23 Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time you get fuel In...

Page 290: ... and Specifications on page 5 104 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipst...

Page 291: ...arburst 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 symbol on the front of the oil container Notice Use only engine oil identified as meeting GM Standard GM6094M and show...

Page 292: ...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 OIL message will come on See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 41 Change your oil as soon as possible within the next 600 miles 1 000 km It is possible that if you are driving un...

Page 293: ...ck on when you start your vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3 41 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 Wash or p...

Page 294: ...terval See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6 4 for more information If you are driving in dusty dirty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter do the following 1 Unfasten the clips that hold the cover on and remove the cover 2 Lift out the engine air cleaner filter 3 Inspect or replace the...

Page 295: ...r automatic transmission fluid level is when the engine oil is changed Change the fluid and filter at the intervals listed in Additional Required Services on page 6 6 and be sure to use the transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dea...

Page 296: ... If it is colder than 50 F 10 C you may have to idle the engine longer Should the fluid level be low during this cold check you must check the fluid hot before adding fluid Checking the fluid hot will give you a more accurate reading of the fluid level Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows 1 Park your vehicle on a level place Keep the engine running 2 With the parking brake appl...

Page 297: ...ids and Lubricants on page 6 12 Add fluid only after checking the transmission fluid while it is hot A cold check is used only as a reference If the fluid level is low add only enough of the proper fluid to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check It does not take much fluid generally less than one pint 0 5 L Do not overfill Notice Use of the incorrect automatic transmission fluid may da...

Page 298: ...oo little fluid can damage your transmission 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 1 Remove the filler p...

Page 299: ...re the plug is fully seated Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutch linkage in your vehicle is self adjusting The clutch master cylinder reservoir is filled with hydraulic clutch fluid The hydraulic clutch fluid reservoir cap has this symbol on it See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for reservoir location It is not necessary to regularly check clutch fluid unless you suspect there is a leak...

Page 300: ...ly DEX COOL extended life coolant The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low If you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating on page 5 27 A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C Protect against rust and corrosion Help keep the pr...

Page 301: ...t but you would not get the overheat warning Your engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and the proper coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine radiator heate...

Page 302: ...ery tank CAUTION Turning the radiator pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly With the coolant recovery tank you will almost never have to add coolant at the radiator Never turn the radiator pressure cap even a little when the engine and radiator are hot Add coolant mixture at the recovery tank but be careful not to spil...

Page 303: ... Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood If you keep driving when your engine is overheated the liquids in i...

Page 304: ...gine idle 2 Turn off the air conditioning 3 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the windows as necessary If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slower for about 10 minutes If the warning does not come back on you can drive normally If the warning continues pull over stop and park your vehicle right away If there is still no sign...

Page 305: ...ide the coolant recovery tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down The vehicle should be parked on a level surface When the engine is cold the coolant level should be at least up to the FULL COLD mark If it is not you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in the radiator hoses heater hoses radiator water pump or somewhere else in the cooling system 5 29 ...

Page 306: ...quire changing sooner at 30 000 miles 50 000 km or 24 months whichever occurs first Any repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always use DEX COOL silicate free coolant in your vehicle How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank If you have not found a problem yet but the coolant level is not at the FULL COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL engine coolant ...

Page 307: ...OLD mark start your vehicle If the overheat warning continues there is one more thing you can try You can add the proper mixture directly to the radiator but be sure the cooling system is cool before you do it 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 radiator pressure cap even a little they can come out...

Page 308: ...it for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Then keep turning the cap to remove it 3 Fill the radiator with the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture up to the base of the filler neck See Engine Coolant on page 5 24 for more information about the proper coolant mixture 4 Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark 5 Reinstall the cap on the coolant recovery tank bu...

Page 309: ...icle has a clutched engine cooling fan When the clutch is engaged the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine In most everyday driving conditions the clutch is not engaged This improves fuel economy and reduces fan noise Under heavy vehicle loading trailer towing and or high outside temperatures the fan speed increases when the clutch engages So you may hear an increase in fan nois...

Page 310: ...red How to Check Power Steering Fluid 1 Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down 2 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean 3 Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag 4 Replace the cap and completely tighten it 5 Then remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be between the ADD and FULL marks If necessary add only enough...

Page 311: ...n page 5 12 for reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage 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 only three quarters full when...

Page 312: ... 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 313: ...d the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brakes may not work well or they may not even work at all This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such as engine oil in y...

Page 314: ...akes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM torque specifications Rear drum brakes do not have wear indicators but if you ever hear a rear brake rubbing noise have...

Page 315: ...xpect can change in many other ways if someone puts in the wrong replacement brake parts Battery Your vehicle has a maintenance free battery When it is time for a new battery get one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label We recommend an ACDelco replacement battery See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5 12 for battery location Warning Battery posts terminals and r...

Page 316: ...tart your vehicle 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you do not want You would not be able to start your vehicle and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems To avoid the possibility of the vehicles rolling set the parking brake firmly on both vehicles involv...

Page 317: ...ry fluid contains acid that can burn you Do not get it on you If you accidentally get it in 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 do not have loose or missing insulation If they do you could g...

Page 318: ...er end of the negative cable does not go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable at least 18 inches 45 cm away from the dead battery but not near engine parts that move The electrical connection is just as good there and the chance of sparks getting back to...

Page 319: ...Engine Part or Remote Negative Terminal B Good Battery or Remote Positive and Remote Negative Terminals C Dead Battery or Remote Positive Terminal To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positi...

Page 320: ... you will need to add some lubricant Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 to determine which kind of lubricant to use Four Wheel Drive Lubricant checks in this section apply to this vehicle There are two additional systems that need lubrication Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant Refer to the ...

Page 321: ...lug What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check your 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 Lub...

Page 322: ...l to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6 12 to determine what kind of lubricant to use Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Replacement Bulbs on page 5 50 For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer Halogen Bulbs CAUTION Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if y...

Page 323: ...nd access the bulb sockets from inside the engine compartment 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it straight out of the headlamp assembly 4 Unplug the electrical connector from the old bulb by releasing the clips on the bulb socket 5 Plug in the electrical connector to the new bulb 6 Place the connector with the new bulb into the headlamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it is ti...

Page 324: ...eps 1 and 2 to reinstall the headlamp Front Turn Signal Parking and Daytime Running Lamps DRL To replace one of these bulbs do the following 1 Open the hood See Hood Release on page 5 11 for more information 2 Reach in to access either one of the bulb sockets 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the lamp assembly 4 Remove the old bulb from the bulb socket 5 Insert the new bul...

Page 325: ...t out of the socket 4 Insert the new bulb into the socket and press it in until tight 5 Insert the bulb socket into the housing and turn until tight 6 Reinstall the lamp assembly and tighten the screws Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps A Stoplamp Taillamp B Turn Signal Taillamp C Back up Lamp To replace one of these bulbs do the following 1 Open the tailgate See Tailgate on page 2 ...

Page 326: ...Reinstall the rear lamp assembly and tighten the screws Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 912 Headlamps Composite High beam 9005 Composite Low beam Daytime Running Lamp DRL 9006 Sealed beam H6054 Parking Front Turn Signal Daytime Running Lamp DRL 3757KA Parking Lamp Inboard 3157A Stoplamp Rear Turn Signal Taillamp and Back up Lamp 3057 Your vehicle may ...

Page 327: ...ndshield Any damage that occurs would not be covered by your warranty Do not allow the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield 1 To remove the old wiper blades lift the wiper arm until it locks into a vertical position A Blade Assembly B Arm Assembly C Locking Tab D Blade Pivot E Hook Slot F Arm Hook 2 Press down on the blade assembly pivot locking tab Pull down on the blade assembly to release it...

Page 328: ...the insert is fully inserted 5 Be sure that the notches are locked by the bottom claws Make sure that all other claws are properly locked on both sides of the insert slots A Claw in Notch B Correct Installation C Incorrect Installation 6 Put the blade assembly pivot in the wiper arm hook Pull up until the pivot locking tab locks in the hook slot 7 Carefully lower the wiper arm and blade assembly o...

Page 329: ...You could have an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 44 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 59 Over...

Page 330: ...sportation 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 The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only ...

Page 331: ... one side may have the date of manufacture D Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load E Tire Inflation The temporary use tire or compact spare tire should be inflated to 60 psi 420 kPa For more information on tire pressure and inflation see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 5 59 F Tire Size A combination of letters and nu...

Page 332: ...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 These characters represent the load range and speed rating of the tire The load index represents the load carry capacity a tire is certified to carry The load index can range from 1 to 279 The s...

Page 333: ...so identify the tire manufacturer production plant brand and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 44 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 44 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4 44 Intended Outboard Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical tire that must...

Page 334: ...t which a tire can operate Traction The friction between the tire and the road surface The amount of grip provided Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road Treadwear Indicators Narrow bands sometimes called wear bars that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 5 62 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Gra...

Page 335: ...oor latch This label shows your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they are cold The recommended cold tire inflation pressure shown on the label is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity For additional information regarding how much weight your vehicle can carry and an example of the...

Page 336: ...fill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve Recheck the tire pressure with the tire gage Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 5 000 to 8 000 miles 8 000 to 13 000 km Any time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon...

Page 337: ...g Your Vehicle on page 4 44 Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened see Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 5 104 for the proper wheel nut torque specification CAUTION Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any...

Page 338: ...res for your vehicle The original equipment tires installed on your vehicle when it was new were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification TPC spec system rating If you need replacement tires GM strongly recommends that you get tires with the same TPC Spec rating This way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give the same performance and vehic...

Page 339: ...h the compact spare installed properly Compact spare tires are designed for temporary use only See Spare Tire on page 5 88 CAUTION If you use bias ply tires on your vehicle the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving A tire and or wheel could fail suddenly causing a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle If you must replace your vehicle s tires w...

Page 340: ...nd Accessories and Modifications on page 5 3 for additional information Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which ...

Page 341: ...is tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustai...

Page 342: ... proper diagnosis Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it except some aluminum wheels which can sometimes be repaired See your dealer if any of these conditions exist Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need Each new wheel sh...

Page 343: ...nt 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 See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5 70 for more information Used Replacement Wheels CAUTION Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous You cannot know how it has been ...

Page 344: ... damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it is contacting your vehicle and do not spin the vehicle s wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the rear tires Notice If your vehicle has a tire size other than P225 75R15 P265 75R15 P235 75R15 P235 50R17 or P235 50R18 use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use chains that are th...

Page 345: ...d and may require the same correction you would use in a skid In any rear blowout remove your foot from the accelerator pedal Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go It may be very bumpy and noisy but you can still steer Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible CAUTION Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous ...

Page 346: ...the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put an automatic transmission shift lever in PARK P or shift a manual transmission to FIRST 1 or REVERSE R CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 3 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL 4 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 5 Do not allow passengers to r...

Page 347: ...f the wheel blocks The following information will tell you next how to use the jack and change a tire Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The tools you will need are located under the passenger s seat For crew cab models the jack and wheel blocks are located under the driver s side rear seat Crew Cab 5 71 ...

Page 348: ... remove it For crew cab models reach under the rear seat to access the jack and wheel blocks To reinstall the jack and wheel block assembly in the mounting bracket insert the tabs into the jack base by pushing the blocks up into the assembly The outer hole in the jack base aligns with the tab on the bracket When reinstalling make sure the jack is secure but do not overtighten the jack in the brack...

Page 349: ...rning the wing nut counterclockwise You will use the jack handle extensions and the wheel wrench to remove the underbody mounted spare tire A Jack Handle Extensions B Jack C Extension Tool D Wheel Wrench E Wheel Blocks 1 Assemble the wheel wrench D and the jack handle extensions A as shown below 2 Insert the hoist end chiseled end of the extension tool C through the hole in the rear bumper and int...

Page 350: ...ary Latch System on page 5 81 4 Tilt the retainer when the tire has been lowered and slide it up the cable so it can be pulled up through the wheel opening 5 Put the spare tire near the flat tire Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire Use the following pictures and instructions as a guide in removing the flat tire and raising the vehicle The tools you will be using include the jack A...

Page 351: ...slots on the wheel and gently prying the cap out If your vehicle has the Xtreme package remove each wheel nut cap with the wheel wrench and remove the center cap by hand 2 Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts by turning it counterclockwise Do not remove the wheel nuts yet 5 75 ...

Page 352: ...upported 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 location before raising the vehicle 3 Position the jack A under the vehicle as shown for the front or rear locations Front Position 5 76 ...

Page 353: ...ar axle and get as close as possible to the shock absorber 4 Make sure the jack head is positioned so that the rear axle is resting securely between the grooves that are on the jack head 5 Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit under the wheel well Front Position Rear Position 5 77 ...

Page 354: ...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 needed to get all the rust or dirt off 7 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 8 Install the spare tire CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts If you do the nuts might c...

Page 355: ...uts 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 10 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the vehicle Lower the jack completely Front Position Rear Position 5 79 ...

Page 356: ...n and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 5 104 for the wheel nut torque specification 11 Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown by turning the wheel wrench clockwise When you reinstall the regular wheel and tire you must also rein...

Page 357: ... and you and others could get hurt Read and follow the instructions listed below To release the spare tire from the secondary latch do the following 1 Check under the vehicle to see if the cable end fitting is visible 2 If the cable end fitting is not visible proceed to Step 6 If it is visible first try to tighten the cable by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it...

Page 358: ...balanced securely 8 Attach the jack handle extension and wheel wrench to the jack and place it with the wheel blocks under the vehicle towards the front of the rear bumper Position the center lift point of the jack under the wheel 9 Turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the tire 10 Continue raising the jack until the tire stops moving upward and is held firmly in place the sec...

Page 359: ...e during the procedure could be injured by the jack If the spare tire does not slide off the jack completely make sure no one is behind you or on either side of you as you pull the jack out from the spare 13 Disconnect the jack handle from the jack and carefully remove the jack Use one hand to push against the spare while firmly pulling the jack out from under the spare tire with the other hand If...

Page 360: ...g the flat tire see Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire on page 5 74 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Notice Storing an aluminum wheel with a flat tire under your...

Page 361: ...nd text to help you 1 Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down 2 Tilt the retainer downward and through the wheel opening Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel 3 Attach the wheel wrench and extensions together 5 85 ...

Page 362: ...the valve stem is pointed down 6 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you feel it skip twice You cannot overtighten the cable 7 Make sure the tire is stored securely Push pull A and then try to turn B the tire If the tire moves check to make sure the tire valve stem is pointing down then use the wheel wrench to loosen and then tighte...

Page 363: ...age bag to the locations described under Removing the Spare Tire and Tools on page 5 71 2 Install the wheel blocks first Then install the jack 3 Secure the items in the vehicle as shown next A Jack B Wheel Blocks C Wing Nut A Jack B Wheel Blocks C Wing Nut Crew Cab Regular Extended Cab 5 87 ...

Page 364: ... tire as soon as you can The spare tire will last longer and be in good shape in case you need it again Notice When the compact spare is installed do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash with guide rails The compact spare can get caught on the rails That can damage the tire and wheel and maybe other parts of your vehicle Do not use your compact spare on other vehicles And do not mix...

Page 365: ... repair or replace the full size tire Have the damaged or flat road tire repaired or replaced as soon as you can and installed back onto your vehicle This way the spare tire will be available in case you need it again Do not mix tires and wheels of different sizes because they will not fit Keep your spare tire and its wheel together Appearance Care Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle Your vehicle ...

Page 366: ... buttons and knobs using a small brush with soft bristles Your GM dealer has a product for cleaning your vehicle s glass Should it become necessary you can also obtain a product from your GM dealer to remove odors from your vehicle s upholstery Do not clean your vehicle using the following cleaners or techniques Never use a knife or any other sharp object to remove a soil from any interior surface...

Page 367: ...h with water or club soda 2 Wring the cloth to remove excess moisture 3 Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the center Continue cleaning using a clean area of the cloth each time it becomes soiled 4 Continue to gently rub the soiled area until the cleaning cloth remains clean 5 If the soil is not completely removed use a mild soap solution and repeat the cleaning process th...

Page 368: ...eather Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust If a more thorough cleaning is necessary a clean soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used to gently remove dust and dirt Never use spot lifters or removers on plastic surfaces Many commercial cleaners and coatings that are sold to preserve and protect soft plastic s...

Page 369: ...ention and durability The best way to preserve the vehicle s finish is to keep it clean by washing it often with lukewarm or cold water Do not wash the vehicle in the direct rays of the sun Use a car washing soap Do not use strong soaps or chemical detergents Be sure to rinse the vehicle well removing all soap residue completely GM approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer See Ve...

Page 370: ...reign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts ice melting agents road oil and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage your vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Exterior painted surfaces are sub...

Page 371: ...rome plated wheels Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water Rinse with clean water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied Notice Using chrome polish on aluminum wheels could damage the wheels The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Use chrome polish on chrome wheels only The surface of these wheels is similar to the p...

Page 372: ... GM dealer s body and paint shop Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Cle...

Page 373: ...e wheels and wire wheel covers Finish Enhancer Removes dust fingerprints and surface contaminants Spray on and wipe off Description Usage Swirl Remover Polish Removes swirl marks fine scratches and other light surface contamination Cleaner Wax Removes light scratches and protects finish Foaming Tire Shine Low Gloss Cleans shines and protects in one step No wiping necessary Wash Wax Concentrate Med...

Page 374: ...ls and the certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code will help you identify your vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts Service Parts Identification Label You will find this label on the inside of the glove box It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts On this label you will find the following V...

Page 375: ... 77 Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some electrical problem be sure to get it fixed Power Windows and Other Power Options Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other power accessories When the current load is ...

Page 376: ...nd do not have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can Engine Compartment Fuse Block The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver s side of the engine compartment See Engine Compartmen...

Page 377: ...ning Lamps If Equipped AUX PWR 1 Accessory Power 1 STOP Brake Switch Stoplamps BLWR Climate Control Fan Fuses Usage S ROOF Sunroof If Equipped A C Air Conditioning Control Head PWR SEAT Power Seat Circuit Breaker If Equipped 5 101 ...

Page 378: ... Restraint System Sensing and Diagnostic Module Fuses Usage ABS Anti lock Brake System ABS ABS module Four Wheel Drive Gravity Sensor BCK UP Back up Lights FRT AXLE Front Axle Actuator TRN HAZRD REAR Rear Turn Hazard Lights ERLS Map Sensor Can Purge Solenoid PCMI Powertrain Control Module PCM TRANS Transmission Solenoid IGN Ignition Clutch Starter Switch Neutral Safety Back Up Switch Ignition Coil...

Page 379: ...ccessory Power Power Window Fuse Wiper Washer Switch Fuse Sunroof Fuse PRK LAMP Front Parking Lamp Fuse Rear Parking Lamps Relays Usage HDLP Headlamps FOG LAMP Fog Lamps If Equipped FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump Fuel Pump Fuse A C CMPRSR Air Conditioning Compressor RUN CRNK Run Crank Airbag System Fuse Cruise Control Fuse Ignition Fuse Back Up Lamps ABS Fuse Front Axle PCM 1 Injectors Fuse Transmission Fuse...

Page 380: ...s English Metric Cooling System 2 8L Engine 10 4 qt 9 8 L 3 5L Engine 10 6 qt 10 0 L Engine Oil with Filter 2 8 L Engine 5 0 qt 4 7 L 3 5 L Engine 6 0 qt 5 7 L Fuel Tank 19 5 gal 76 L Transmission Drain and Refill Automatic 5 0 qt 4 7 L Manual 2 5 qt 2 4 L Wheel Nut Torque 100 lb ft 140 Y All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appropriate level or as recommended in this ...

Page 381: ...Engine Specifications Type VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 2 8L 8 Automatic Manual 0 042 inches 1 07 mm 3 5L 6 Automatic Manual 0 042 inches 1 07 mm 5 105 ...

Page 382: ... NOTES 5 106 ...

Page 383: ...dule 6 2 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Additional Required Services 6 6 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 At Each Fuel Fill 6 8 At Least Once a Month 6 9 At Least Once a Year 6 9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 14 Maintenance Record 6 15 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 6 1 ...

Page 384: ... vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the air we breathe Improper fluid levels or the wrong tire inflation can increase the level of emissions from your vehicle To help protect our environment and to keep your vehicle in good condition be sure to maintain your vehicle properly Using the Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep your vehicle in good working condi...

Page 385: ...on page 6 7 for further information CAUTION Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous In trying to do some jobs you can be seriously injured Do your own maintenance work only if you have the required know how and the proper tools and equipment for the job If you have any doubt see your GM Goodwrench dealer to have a qualified technician do the work See Doing Your Own Service Work o...

Page 386: ... year and at this time the system must be reset Your GM Goodwrench dealer 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 ...

Page 387: ...d wear See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 60 and Tire Wear Inspection in At Least Once a Month on page 6 9 Inspect brake system See footnote a Check engine coolant and windshield washer fluid levels and add fluid as needed Perform any needed additional services See Additional Required Services in this section Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b Inspect engine cooling ...

Page 388: ...m for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 5 18 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter severe service See footnote h Change automatic transmission fluid and filter normal service Replace spark plugs An Emission Control Service Engine cooling system service or every five years whichever...

Page 389: ...ooling 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 wiper blades that appear worn or damaged or that streak or miss areas of the windshield e Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts buckles latch plates retractors and anchorages are...

Page 390: ...ssive cracks or obvious damage Replace belt if necessary Owner Checks and Services These owner checks and services should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety dependability and emission control performance of your vehicle Your GM Goodwrench dealer can assist you with these checks and services Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once Whenever any fluids or lu...

Page 391: ...tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 5 60 At Least Once a Year Starter Switch 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 2 Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake See Parking Brake on page 2 28 Do not use the accele...

Page 392: ...ine off turn the ignition to ON but do not start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of PARK P with normal effort If the shift lever moves out of PARK P contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition to LOCK in each shift lever position With an automatic tr...

Page 393: ...ke 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 check the PARK P mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to PARK P Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Contact yo...

Page 394: ...DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Usage Fluid Lubricant Parking Brake Cable Guides Chassis Lubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No U S 89021184 in Canada 89021186 Automatic Transmission DEXRON VI Automatic Transmission Fluid Manual Tra...

Page 395: ... Category LB or GC LB Hood Latch Assembly Secondary Latch Pivots Spring Anchor and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol GM Part No U S 12346293 in Canada 992723 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood and Door Hinges Body Door Hinge Pins Liftgate Hinge and Linkage Folding Seats and Fuel Door Hinge Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No...

Page 396: ...art Number ACDelco Part Number Automatic Transmission Filter Kit 4WD Vehicle 24225323 2WD Vehicle 24208576 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 15202408 A1624C Engine Oil Filter 2 8L Engine 88984215 PF46 3 5L Engine 89017342 PF61 Spark Plugs 12599232 41 981 Windshield Wiper Blades Driver s Side 22 inches 55 cm 88958226 Passenger s Side 19 inches 48 cm 88958228 6 14 ...

Page 397: ...ices performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 6 2 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6 8 can be added on the following record pages You should retain all maintenance receipts Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 15 ...

Page 398: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 16 ...

Page 399: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 17 ...

Page 400: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6 18 ...

Page 401: ...ide Assistance Program 7 6 Courtesy Transportation 7 7 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 9 Collision Damage Repair 7 10 Reporting Safety Defects 7 13 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 7 13 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 7 14 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 7 14 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 14 Section 7 Customer ...

Page 402: ...ustomer Communication Centre 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 VIN This is available from the vehicle registration or title or the plate at the top left of t...

Page 403: ...A 22203 1838 Telephone 1 800 955 5100 This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia Eligibility is limited by vehicle age mileage and other factors General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and or discontinue its participation in this program Online Owner Center The Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownership needs Specific vehicle informati...

Page 404: ...dresses below United States Customer Assistance Chevrolet Motor Division Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center P O Box 33170 Detroit MI 48232 5170 www Chevrolet com 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 Isl...

Page 405: ...ogram This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 of the cost of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle such as hand controls or a wheelchair scooter lift The offer is available for a very limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease For more details or to determine your vehicle s eligibility visit gmmobility com or call...

Page 406: ...ow Tow to the nearest dealership for warranty service or in the event of a vehicle disabling accident Assistance provided 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 occurrences which require a...

Page 407: ...r 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 customers in conjunction with the Bumper to Bumper coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Several transportation options are available when warranty repairs are required This will reduce your ...

Page 408: ...ange transportation through a friend or relative reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available up to a five day maximum Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehicle that you obtain if your vehicle is kept for a warranty...

Page 409: ...ehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders Your vehicle like other modern motor vehicles has a number of sophisticated computer systems that monitor and control several aspects of the vehicle s performance Your vehicle uses on board vehicle computers to monitor emission control components to optimize fuel economy to monitor conditions for airbag deployment and if so equipped to provide anti l...

Page 410: ... data collection Collision Damage Repair If your vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged have the damage repaired by a qualified technician using the proper equipment and quality replacement parts Poorly performed collision repairs will diminish your vehicle s resale value and safety performance can be compromised in subsequent collisions Collision Parts Genuine GM Collision parts are...

Page 411: ...g Your Vehicle Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with comprehensive and collision insurance coverage There are significant differences in the quality of coverage afforded by various insurance policy terms Many insurance policies provide reduced protection to your GM vehicle by limiting compensation for damage repairs by using aftermarket collision parts Some insurance companies will not s...

Page 412: ...s includes your insurance information and registration if you keep these items in your vehicle Gather the important information you will need from the other driver Things like name address phone number driver s license number vehicle license plate vehicle make model and model year Vehicle Identification Number VIN insurance company and policy number and a general description of the damage to the o...

Page 413: ...repairs you are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company s collision policy repair limits as you have no contractual limits with that company In such cases you can have control of the repair and parts choices as long as cost stays within reasonable limits Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your veh...

Page 414: ... Customer Assistance Center 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 7854 French Or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Communication Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Ser...

Page 415: ...o Includes a Portfolio Owner s Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 Current and Past Model Order Forms Service Publications are available for current and past model GM vehicles To request an order form please specify year and model name of the vehicle ORDER TOLL FREE 1 800 551 4123 Monday Friday 8 00 AM 6 00 PM Eastern Ti...

Page 416: ... NOTES 7 16 ...

Page 417: ...e After an Airbag Inflates 1 71 When Should an Airbag Inflate 1 69 Where Are the Airbags 1 66 AM FM Radio 3 46 Antenna Fixed Mast 3 76 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 76 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 4 7 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 3 31 Appearance Care Aluminum Wheels 5 95 Care of Safety Belts 5 93 Chemical Paint Spotting 5 96 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 94 Cleaning the Insi...

Page 418: ...3 76 Automatic Headlamp System 3 15 Automatic Transmission Fluid 5 19 Operation 2 20 B Battery 5 39 Run Down Protection 3 18 Battery Warning Light 3 29 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 4 34 Brake Anti Lock Brake System ABS 4 7 Emergencies 4 8 Parking 2 28 System Warning Light 3 30 Brakes 5 36 Braking 4 6 Braking in Emergencies 4 8 Break In New Vehicle 2 16 Bulb Replacement 5 46 Center High Mounted St...

Page 419: ...traint in a Rear Seat Position 1 56 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position 1 58 Child Restraints cont Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 1 59 Where to Put the Restraint 1 44 Chime Level Adjustment 3 76 Cigarette Lighter 3 19 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels 5 95 Exterior Lamps Lenses 5 94 Fabric Carpet 5 91 Finish Care 5 94 Inside of Your Vehicle 5 89 Instrum...

Page 420: ...nt 7 13 Roadside Assistance Program 7 6 Service Publications Ordering Information 7 14 D Daytime Running Lamps 3 15 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator Light 3 37 Defensive Driving 4 2 Doing Your Own Service Work 5 4 Dome Lamp 3 17 Dome Lamp Override 3 17 Door Locks 2 7 Power Door Locks 2 8 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 2 8 Rear Door Security Locks 2 9 Rear Doors 2 10 Driver Position Safety Belt 1...

Page 421: ...t Data Recorders EDR 7 9 Exit Lighting 3 18 Extender Safety Belt 1 33 Exterior Cargo Lamps 3 17 Exterior Lamps 3 14 F Filter Engine Air Cleaner 5 18 Finish Damage 5 96 Fixed Mast Antenna 3 76 Flash to Pass 3 9 Flat Tire 5 69 Flat Tire Changing 5 70 Flat Tire Storing 5 84 Fluid Automatic Transmission 5 19 Manual Transmission 5 22 Power Steering 5 34 Windshield Washer 5 35 Fog Lamps 3 16 Four Wheel ...

Page 422: ... 6 Head Restraints 1 8 Headlamps 5 47 Automatic Headlamp System 3 15 Bulb Replacement 5 46 Daytime Running Lamps 3 15 Flash to Pass 3 9 Front Turn Signal Parking and Daytime Running Lamps 5 48 Halogen Bulbs 5 46 High Low Beam Changer 3 9 On Reminder 3 15 Heated Seats 1 4 Heater 3 19 Highbeam On Light 3 36 Highway Hypnosis 4 35 Hill and Mountain Roads 4 36 Hood Checking Things Under 5 10 Release 5 ...

Page 423: ... 2 3 Keys 2 2 L Labeling Tire Sidewall 5 54 Lamps Battery Run Down Protection 3 18 Dome 3 17 Dome Lamp Override 3 17 Exterior 3 14 Exterior Cargo 3 17 Fog 3 16 Interior 3 17 LATCH System Child Restraints 1 46 Latches Seatback 1 9 Light Airbag Readiness 3 26 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 3 31 Battery Warning 3 29 Brake System Warning 3 30 Cruise Control 3 36 Daytime Running Lamps Indicator 3 37 Hi...

Page 424: ...r 6 9 Maintenance Schedule cont Introduction 6 2 Maintenance Footnotes 6 7 Maintenance Record 6 15 Maintenance Requirements 6 2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 6 14 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Scheduled Maintenance 6 4 Using 6 2 Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 Malfunction Indicator Light 3 32 Manual Lumbar Controls 1 3 Manual Seats 1 2 Manual Tran...

Page 425: ... 38 Power Mirrors 2 38 Owner Checks and Services 6 8 Owners Canadian ii P Park P Shifting Into 2 30 Shifting Out of 2 32 Parking Brake 2 28 Over Things That Burn 2 33 Parking Your Vehicle 2 32 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 3 27 Passenger Sensing System 1 72 Passing 4 12 Passlock 2 16 Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab 4 50 Power Accessory Outlet s 3 18 Door Locks 2 8 Electrical System 5 99 Lumba...

Page 426: ...Display 2 36 Rearview Mirror with OnStar 2 35 Rearview Mirrors 2 35 Reclining Seatbacks 1 5 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 6 12 Recovery Hooks 4 43 Recreational Vehicle Towing 4 51 Remote Keyless Entry System 2 3 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation 2 4 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 5 74 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 5 71 Replacement Bulbs 5 50 Reporting Safety Defec...

Page 427: ...bar 1 3 Power Lumbar 1 4 Power Seats 1 3 Seats cont Rear Seat Operation 1 10 1 12 Reclining Seatbacks 1 5 Seatback Latches 1 9 Secondary Latch System 5 81 Securing a Child Restraint Center Front Seat Position 1 58 Rear Seat Position 1 56 Right Front Seat Position 1 59 Security Light 3 36 Service 5 3 Accessories and Modifications 5 3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle 5 5 California Pr...

Page 428: ...Passlock 2 16 Tilt Wheel 3 6 Tires 5 53 Aluminum Wheels Cleaning 5 95 Buying New Tires 5 62 Chains 5 68 Changing a Flat Tire 5 70 Cleaning 5 96 Different Size 5 64 If a Tire Goes Flat 5 69 Inflation Tire Pressure 5 59 Inspection and Rotation 5 60 Installing the Spare Tire 5 74 Removing the Flat Tire 5 74 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 5 71 Secondary Latch System 5 81 Spare Tire 5 88 Storing a F...

Page 429: ...oading Information 4 50 Turn and Lane Change Signals 3 8 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 3 7 U Understanding Radio Reception 3 74 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 5 64 Up Shift Light 3 30 V Vehicle Control 4 5 Damage Warnings iv Loading 4 44 Parking Your 2 32 Symbols iv Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 7 9 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 5 98 Service Parts Identification Label 5 98 V...

Page 430: ...t and Tire Balance 5 66 Different Size 5 64 Replacement 5 66 Where to Put the Restraint 1 44 Windows 2 12 Manual 2 12 Power 2 13 Sliding Rear 2 14 Windshield Wiper Blades Cleaning 5 95 Windshield Washer 3 10 Fluid 5 35 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 5 51 Fuses 5 99 Windshield Wipers 3 9 Winter Driving 4 38 X XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 3 76 Y Your Vehicle and the Environment 6 2 14 ...

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