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Chevrolet 2007 Avalanche, Owner'S Manual

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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 static, unplug the item
from the accessory power outlet.

AM

The range for most AM stations is greater than for
FM, especially at night. The longer range can
cause station frequencies to interfere with each
other. For better radio reception, most AM
radio stations will boost the power levels during
the day, and then reduce these levels during
the night. Static can also occur when things like
storms and power lines interfere with radio
reception. When this happens, try reducing the
treble on your radio.

FM Stereo

FM stereo will give the best sound, but FM signals
will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km).
Tall buildings or hills can interfere with FM
signals, causing the sound to fade in and out.

XM™ Satellite Radio Service

XM™ Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio
reception from coast-to-coast in the 48 contiguous
United States, and in Canada. Just as with FM,
tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite
radio signals, causing the sound to fade in and out.
In addition, traveling or standing under heavy
foliage, bridges, garages, or tunnels may cause
loss of the XM™ signal for a period of time.
The radio may display NO XM SIGNAL to indicate
interference.

Care of Your CDs and DVDs

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 surface of a CD is soiled, take a
soft, lint free cloth or dampen a clean, soft cloth in
a mild, neutral detergent solution mixed with
water, and clean it. Make sure the wiping process
starts from the center to the edge.

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Summary of Contents for 2007 Avalanche

Page 1: ...iversal Home Remote System 158 Storage Areas 169 Sunroof 197 Instrument Panel 199 Instrument Panel Overview 202 Climate Controls 226 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 238 Driver Information Center DIC 258 Audio System s 288 Driving Your Vehicle 355 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 356 Towing 415 Service and Appearance Care 437 Service 440 Fuel 442 Checking Things Under the Hood 450 Rear Ax...

Page 2: ... Appearance Care 546 Vehicle Identification 556 Electrical System 557 Capacities and Specifications 566 Maintenance Schedule 569 Maintenance Schedule 570 Customer Assistance Information 591 Customer Assistance and Information 592 Reporting Safety Defects 609 Index 613 2 ...

Page 3: ... 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 words wo...

Page 4: ...TION 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 4 ...

Page 5: ...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 6: ...These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle 6 ...

Page 7: ...ty Belt Use During Pregnancy 33 Right Front Passenger Position 34 Center Front Passenger Position 34 Rear Seat Passengers 35 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides 38 Safety Belt Pretensioners 42 Safety Belt Extender 42 Child Restraints 43 Older Children 43 Infants and Young Children 46 Child Restraint Systems 50 Where to Put the Restraint 54 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 55 Securing a Chi...

Page 8: ...estrain 78 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 78 Passenger Sensing System 80 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 85 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 86 Restraint System Check 87 Checking the Restraint Systems 87 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 88 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems 8 ...

Page 9: ... the seat with your body to make sure that the seat is locked into place Power Seats If the vehicle has power seats the controls used to operate them are located on the outboard side of the seats To adjust the seat do any of the following Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control...

Page 10: ... may have a memory function which allows seat settings to be saved and recalled See Memory Seat Mirrors and Pedals on page 12 for more information Power Lumbar If the seats have power lumbar the controls used to operate this feature are located on the outboard side of the seats To increase lumbar support press and hold the front of the control To decrease lumbar support press and hold the rear of ...

Page 11: ... working Press the button to cycle through the temperature settings of high medium and low and to turn the heat to the seatback off Indicator lights below the button show the level of heat selected three for high two for medium and one for low J Heated Seat and Seatback Press this button to turn on the heated seat and seatback The light on the button will come on to indicate that the feature is wo...

Page 12: ...call the mirror positions 2 Press and hold button 1 until two beeps are heard indicating that the position has been stored A second seating mirror and throttle and brake pedal position can be programmed by repeating the above steps and pressing button 2 To recall the memory positions the vehicle must be in PARK P Press and release either button 1 or button 2 corresponding to the desired driving po...

Page 13: ...position is still not recalling see your dealer for service Easy Exit Seat The control for this feature is located on the driver s door panel between buttons 1 and 2 With the vehicle in PARK P the driver s seat exit position can be recalled by pressing the exit button You will hear a single beep and the driver s seat will move back If the easy exit seat feature is programmed in the Driver Informat...

Page 14: ... the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked If the seats have manual reclining seatbacks the lever used to operate them is located on the outboard side of the seat s To recline the seatback do the following 1 Lift the recline lever 2 Move the seatback to ...

Page 15: ...ack to make sure it is locked Power Reclining Seatbacks If the seats have power reclining seatbacks the control used to recline them is located on the outboard side of the seat behind the power seat control To recline the seatback tilt the top of the control rearward To bring the seatback forward tilt the top of the control forward Driver s Seat with Power Seat Control Power Recline and Power Lumb...

Page 16: ...d 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 belt properly Do not have a seatback ...

Page 17: ...straint press the release button located on the top of the seatback while you push the head restraint down Center Seat Your vehicle may have a front center seat The seatback doubles as an armrest and cupholder storage area for the driver and passenger when the center seat is not used Do not use it as a seating position when the seatback is folded down For information on safety belts for this posit...

Page 18: ...back and seat cushion meet The seat cushion will release and allow you to tilt it toward the front of the vehicle Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat 3 Fold the seatback forward until it is flat You may have to move...

Page 19: ... always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted 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 be sure to press the rear of the seat cushion down This action locks the seatback in place Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked Raise th...

Page 20: ...safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is i...

Page 21: ...st 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 40 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the simplest vehicle Suppose it is just a...

Page 22: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 22 ...

Page 23: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 23 ...

Page 24: ... 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 e...

Page 25: ...How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see Older Children on page 43 or Infants and Young Children on page 46 Follow those rules for everyone s protection First you will want to k...

Page 26: ... latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 42 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 Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safet...

Page 27: ... 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 27 ...

Page 28: ...too 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 28 ...

Page 29: ...can 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 29 ...

Page 30: ...seriously 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 30 ...

Page 31: ...d 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 31 ...

Page 32: ...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 Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt in a crash To move it down squeeze the buttons A on the sides of the height adjuster and move the height adjuster to the desired position You can move the adjuster up ju...

Page 33: ...nt woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly 33 ...

Page 34: ... belt out all the way you will engage the child restraint locking feature which may turn off the passenger s frontal airbag If this happens just let the belt go back all the way and start again Center Front Passenger Position Lap Belt If your vehicle has a front bench seat someone can sit in the center position When you sit in a center front seating position you have a lap safety belt which has no...

Page 35: ...le is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to Rear Seat Passengers It is very important for rear seat passengers to buckle up Accident statistics show that unbelted people in the rear seat are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts Rear passengers who are not safety belted can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash And the...

Page 36: ...ll the belt across you more slowly 2 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure When the shoulder belt is pulled out all the way it will lock If it does let it go back all the way and start again If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 42 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be a...

Page 37: ...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 a crash or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor 37 ...

Page 38: ...lt should fit against your body To unlatch the belt push the button on the buckle Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults When installed on a shoulder belt the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head 38 ...

Page 39: ...e pocket on the side of the seatback for the outboard positions For the center position remove the guide from its storage pocket on the side of 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 edges of the belt into the slots of the guide Outboard Position shown 39 ...

Page 40: ... 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 40 ...

Page 41: ...r Seat Passengers on page 35 Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses the shoulder To remove and store the comfort guide squeeze the belt edges together so that you can take them out of the guide Slide the guide into its storage pocket on the side of the seatback 41 ...

Page 42: ...belt system See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 88 Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dealer will order you an extender When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not let someone...

Page 43: ...lt 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 ...

Page 44: ... 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 If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward the safety belt buckle Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides on page 38 In either case be sure that the shoulder belt still is on th...

Page 45: ... the belt in this way in a crash the child might slide under the belt The belt s force would then be applied right on the child s abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The lap portion of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the child s thighs This applies belt force to the child s pelvic bones in a crash 45 ...

Page 46: ...st be restrained while in a vehicle CAUTION Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play with the safety belts Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles they should have the protection provided by appropriate restraint...

Page 47: ...does not weigh much until a crash During a crash a baby will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it For example in a crash at only 25 mph 40 km h a 12 lb 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 240 lb 110 kg force on a person s arms A baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint 47 ...

Page 48: ...ystem is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints which are purchased by the vehicle s owner are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whet...

Page 49: ...eighs so much compared with the rest of its body In a crash an infant in a rear facing seat settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued strongest part of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints CAUTION The body structure of a young child is quite unlike that of an ...

Page 50: ...n or position a child on a continuous flat surface Make sure that the infant s head rests toward the center of the vehicle A rear facing infant seat B provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint 50 ...

Page 51: ...aces such as T shaped or shelf like shields A booster seat F G is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system Some booster seats have a shoulder belt positioner and some high back booster seats have a five point harness A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window 51 ...

Page 52: ... instructions for the restraint You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both Securing an Add on Child Restraint in the Vehicle CAUTION A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle Make sure the child restraint is properly installed in the vehicle using the vehicle s safety belt or LATCH system...

Page 53: ...straps that come down over each of the infant s shoulders and buckle together at the crotch The five point harness system has two shoulder straps two hip straps and a crotch strap A shield may take the place of hip straps A T shaped shield has shoulder straps that are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child s body A shelf or armrest type shield has straps that are attached to a wi...

Page 54: ...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 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued inflating airbag Be sure the airbag is off before using a rear facing child restraint in the passenger s position Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag if the system detect...

Page 55: ...hat a LATCH compatible child restraint is properly installed using the anchors or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual When installing a child restraint with a top tether you must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint A child res...

Page 56: ... top of the child restraint to the vehicle A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle The top tether attachment B on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash Your child restraint may have a single tether A or a dual tether C Either will have a single attachment B ...

Page 57: ...d and follow the instructions for your child restraint If the child restraint does not have a top tether one can be obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors j Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchors The...

Page 58: ...d restraint will be placed Do not secure a child restraint in the right front passenger s position if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached There is no place to attach the top tether in this position Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in...

Page 59: ...cle 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 o...

Page 60: ...child restraint or the LATCH attachment parts and the vehicle s safety belt assembly Folding an empty rear seat with the safety belts secured may cause damage to the safety belt or the seat When removing the child restraint always remember to return the safety belts to their normal stowed position before folding the rear seat 1 If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be ...

Page 61: ...estraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using has an adjustable head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether around the head restraint If the position you are using has an adjustable head restraint and you are using a single tether raise the head restraint and route the tether under the head restraint and in between the...

Page 62: ...chors If the child restraint does not have lower attachments or the desired seating position does not have lower anchors secure the child restraint with the top tether and the safety belts Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual 2 1 Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position 2 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 2 3 Attach and tigh...

Page 63: ... instructions say 1 If your child restraint manufacturer recommends using a top tether attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 55 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety bel...

Page 64: ...oulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor 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 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure 64 ...

Page 65: ...ached to the top tether anchor disconnect it Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position CAUTION A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the right front passenger s airbag if it inflates Never secure a child restraint in the center front seat It is always better to secure a child restraint in the rear seat Do not use child restraints...

Page 66: ...n your sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger s airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag Be sure the...

Page 67: ...has a top tether 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 the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Your vehicle has a right front passenger s frontal airbag See Passenger Sensing System on page 80 We recommend that rear facing child restraints be sec...

Page 68: ...safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Buckle the belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 5 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 68 ...

Page 69: ...er sensing system and the airbag is off the off indicator will be lit and stay lit in the inside rearview mirror when the key is turned to RUN or START If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit turn the vehicle off Remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indic...

Page 70: ... designed for either side impact or rollover deployment Roof mounted side impact airbags are available for the driver and the passenger seated directly behind the driver and for the right front passenger and the passenger seated directly behind that passenger If your vehicle has roof mounted rollover airbags the word AIRBAG will appear on the airbag covering on the headliner above the sidewall tri...

Page 71: ... near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflate in rollover rear crashes or in many CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 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 rollover airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe crashes where something hits the...

Page 72: ...le still maintaining 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 t...

Page 73: ... the airbag 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 242 for more information Where Are the Airbags The driver s airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel 73 ...

Page 74: ... airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side If your vehicle has a roof mounted rollover airbag for the driver and the person seated directly behind the driver it is located in the ceiling above the side windows 74 ...

Page 75: ...evere 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 And if your vehicle has roof mounted side impact airbags never secure anything to the roof of your vehicle by routing the rope or tie down through any door or window op...

Page 76: ...oderate frontal impacts these airbags inflate at a level less than full deployment For more severe frontal impacts full deployment occurs If the front of your vehicle goes straight into a wall that does not move or deform the threshold level for the reduced deployment is about 9 to 16 mph 14 to 26 km h and the threshold level for a full deployment is about 18 to 25 mph 29 to 40 km h The threshold ...

Page 77: ...r side of the vehicle is struck or during a rollover or in a severe frontal impact In any particular crash no one can say whether an airbag should have inflated simply because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were For frontal airbags inflation is determined by what the vehicle hits the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down For roof mounted rollove...

Page 78: ...ns including many frontal or near frontal collisions and rear impacts primarily because an occupant s motion is not toward the airbag Airbags should never be regarded as anything more than a supplement to safety belts and then only in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions for the driver s and right front passenger s frontal airbags and only in moderate to severe side collisions for...

Page 79: ...nflate You can lock the doors again and turn the interior lamps off by using the controls for those features In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag Airbags are designed to inflate only once After an airbag inflates you will need some new parts for your airb...

Page 80: ...ssenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger s seat and safety belt The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the passenger s airbag should be enabled may inflate or not Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat We recommend that child re...

Page 81: ...signed 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 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off We recommend that rear facing child restraints be secured in the rear seat even if the airbag is off If you need to secure...

Page 82: ...cator will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is off If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit turn the vehicle off Remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the child restraint following the child restraint manufacturer s directions and refer to Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position on page 66 If after reinstalling the ...

Page 83: ...nsing system may or may not turn off the right front passenger s airbag depending upon the person s seating posture and body build Everyone in your vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person If a person of adult size is sitting in the right front passenger s seat but the off indicator is lit it could be because tha...

Page 84: ...cause an adult size person sitting in the right front passenger s seat may not have the protection of the frontal airbag See Airbag Readiness Light on page 242 for more on this including important safety information Aftermarket equipment such as seat covers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates You may want to consider not using seat covers or other aftermarket equipment if you...

Page 85: ...ler 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 610 CAUTION For up to 10 seconds after the ignition key is turned off and the battery is disconnected an airbag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an airbag when it inflates Av...

Page 86: ...ce are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 592 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 diagnostic module rollover sensor module instrument panel steering w...

Page 87: ...n rip apart under impact forces If a belt is torn or frayed get a new one right away Also look for any opened or broken airbag covers and have them repaired or replaced The airbag system does not need regular maintenance Notice If you damage the covering for the driver s or the right front passenger s airbag or the side impact airbag covering on the ceiling near the side windows the airbag may not...

Page 88: ...ave LATCH 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 and front passenger...

Page 89: ...ent Theft Deterrent 117 PASS Key III 119 PASS Key III Operation 120 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 122 New Vehicle Break In 122 Ignition Positions 123 Retained Accessory Power RAP 124 Starting the Engine 124 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal 126 Engine Coolant Heater 126 Active Fuel Management 127 Automatic Transmission Operation 128 Tow Haul Mode 131 Four Wheel Drive 132 Parking Brake 138 ...

Page 90: ...ee Round LED 158 Universal Home Remote System With One Triangular LED 159 Universal Home Remote System Operation With Three Round LED 160 Universal Home Remote System Operation With One Triangular LED 165 Storage Areas 169 Glove Box 169 Cupholder s 169 Center Overhead Console 169 Front Armrest Storage Area 170 Center Console Storage Area 170 Luggage Carrier 170 Rear Storage Area 171 Cargo Cover Pa...

Page 91: ...th 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 91 ...

Page 92: ...is device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause...

Page 93: ...ry System Operation on page 93 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry System Operation The vehicle s doors can be locked and unlocked from about 3 feet 1 m up to 65 feet 20 m away with the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter If your vehicle has the remote start feature you can also start your vehicle with the RKE transmitter The ...

Page 94: ...e lock button See DIC Vehicle Customization With DIC Buttons on page 279 for additional information Pressing the lock button may arm the content theft deterrent system See Content Theft Deterrent on page 117 Unlock Press the unlock button to unlock the driver s door If the button is pressed again within five seconds all remaining doors including the tailgate will unlock The interior lamps will com...

Page 95: ...mitter s to Your Vehicle Each RKE transmitter is coded to prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle If a transmitter is lost or stolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any additional transmitters so they can also be re coded to match the new transmitter Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle...

Page 96: ...e 269 for additional information 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 in the RKE transmitter do the following 1 Use a flat object with a thin edge into the notch located below the vehicle locator panic alarm button and separate the bottom half from the top h...

Page 97: ...tem will turn on at the setting the vehicle was set to when the vehicle was last turned off If your vehicle has heated seats they will turn on during colder outside temperatures and will shut off when the key is turned to RUN Laws in some communities may restrict the use of remote starters For example some laws may require a person using the remote start to have the vehicle in view when doing so C...

Page 98: ...e time extension Remote start can be extended one time When you enter the vehicle during a remote start and the engine is still running turn the key to the RUN position to drive the vehicle If the vehicle is left running it will automatically shut off after 10 minutes unless a time extension has been done To manually shut off a remote start do any of the following Aim the RKE transmitter at the ve...

Page 99: ...ave the remote vehicle start feature are shipped from the factory with the remote vehicle start system enabled The system may be enabled or disabled through the DIC See REMOTE START under DIC Vehicle Customization With DIC Buttons on page 279 for additional information Remote Start Ready If your vehicle does not have the remote vehicle start feature it may have the remote start ready feature This ...

Page 100: ... who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle whenever you leave it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop your vehicle Locking your doors can help prevent this from happening There are several ways to lock and unlock t...

Page 101: ...the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter and a door or the liftgate is open the doors will lock five seconds after the last door is closed You will hear three chimes to signal that the delayed locking feature is in use Pressing the power lock switch or the lock button on the RKE transmitter twice will override the delayed locking feature and immediately lock all the doors You can turn the delayed ...

Page 102: ...ing Rear Door Security Locks Your vehicle has rear door security locks These prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside The rear door security locks are located on the inside edge of each rear door You must open the rear doors to access them The label depicting lock and unlock positions is located near the lock To set the locks do the following 1 Insert the key into the securit...

Page 103: ...he rear door security lock do the following 1 Unlock the door and open it from the outside 2 Insert the key into the security lock slot and turn it so the slot is in the vertical position Lockout Protection This feature protects you from locking your key in the vehicle when the key is in the ignition and a door is open If the power lock switch is pressed when a door is open and the key is in the i...

Page 104: ...d connections must pass through the seal between the body and the Midgate Make sure all windows are shut Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed on the setting that brings in outside air This will force outside air into your vehicle See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 230 If you have air outlets on or under the instrument panel open them all the way See En...

Page 105: ...If the removable rear glass is not stored properly it could be thrown about the vehicle in a crash or sudden maneuver People in the vehicle could be injured Whenever you store the rear glass in the vehicle always be sure that it is stored securely in the Midgate storage pocket Do not remove the rear glass when the rear defroster is on If you remove the rear glass with the rear defroster on you may...

Page 106: ...ble to access the rear glass storage pocket Be sure to fold the seats before removing the rear glass 2 Squeeze and pull down the latch levers A located near the upper corners of the rear glass to unlatch Once unlatched the glass catch release button C will catch the rear glass and prevent it from falling forward 3 While holding the rear glass in place press the glass catch release button C and pul...

Page 107: ... handles to assist you in removing the rear glass 5 Load the rear glass into the storage pocket in the Midgate guiding the lower edge of the rear glass behind the three rear glass retaining tabs E Hold the rear glass flat against the storage pocket with grab handles facing you until the next step 107 ...

Page 108: ...lock knob to engage more easily Once both glass lock knobs are in the locked position the rear glass is securely stored 7 Push both latch levers up to the locked position You should hear a click when each latch lever locks correctly The rear seats can be returned to the normal position when the rear glass is out and stored properly in the storage pocket 108 ...

Page 109: ...ear glass to unlatch 2 Hold the rear glass in place with one hand and turn the glass lock knobs located at both top corners of the glass storage pocket to the unlocked position 3 Pull the rear glass out from the storage pocket using the grab handles 4 With the rear glass tilted at an angle place the bottom edge in the lower channel of the window frame 109 ...

Page 110: ...u 6 Push the rear glass flat against the window frame and push each latch lever up until it locks You should hear a click when each latch lever locks correctly Lowering the Midgate with the Rear Glass in Place The Midgate can be lowered to allow the cargo area of your vehicle to extend into the cab The rear glass can be either installed in its normal position or it can be removed and stored in the...

Page 111: ...ly to allow the rear seats to fold See Rear Seat Operation on page 18 for more information 2 Standing outside of the vehicle hold the Midgate securely so it does not fall forward Turn the Midgate handle clockwise and pull the Midgate toward you 3 Lower the Midgate until it is flat Rear Glass in Normal Position 111 ...

Page 112: ...ass in the stored position you will notice that the entire crossbar will lower with the Midgate This is completely normal however since the crossbar lowers with the Midgate it will be heavier As you lower the Midgate be ready for the extra weight and do not let the Midgate fall as you lower it Rear Glass Stored in Glass Storage Pocket Midgate Lowered with Crossbar Attached 112 ...

Page 113: ...s latched securely Tailgate Removal The tailgate is not to be removed This may cause damage to electrical connector resulting in loss of lock unlock and rear vision camera function Power Running Boards Your vehicle may have power running boards These make getting into and out of the vehicle easier The power running boards activate when either door on the driver s or passenger s side is opened or c...

Page 114: ...le with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather 114 ...

Page 115: ... and front passenger windows have an express down feature that allows the windows to be lowered without holding the switch Press down fully on the window switch then release to activate the express down mode The express down mode can be canceled at any time by pulling up on the switch Window Lockout o Window Lockout The window lockout switch is located with the power window switches on the driver ...

Page 116: ...on Your vehicle may have this feature Pull the sun visor down to block glare Pull the sun visor extender out for additional coverage Detach the sun visor from the center mount and swing it to the side to cover the side window Lighted Visor Vanity Mirror Your vehicle has lighted visor vanity mirrors on both the driver s and passenger s sun visors Pull the sun visor down and lift the mirror cover to...

Page 117: ...ocess until the last door is closed and the delay timer has expired See Delayed Locking on page 101 The content theft deterrent system does not sense if the midgate is open or ajar therefore vehicle contents may not be protected if the midgate is left open or ajar If a locked door is opened without the key or the RKE transmitter a ten second pre alarm will occur The horn will chirp and the lights ...

Page 118: ...k on the RKE transmitter The alarm will not stop if you try to unlock a door any other way Testing the Alarm The alarm can be tested by following these steps 1 From inside the vehicle lower the driver s window and open the driver s door 2 Activate the system by locking the doors with the power door lock switch while the door is open or with the RKE transmitter 3 Get out of the vehicle close the do...

Page 119: ...uding interference that may cause undesired operation This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service...

Page 120: ...l does not start and the key appears to be undamaged try another ignition key At this time you may also want to check the fuse see Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 558 If the engine still does not start with the other key your vehicle needs service If your vehicle does start the first key may be faulty See your dealer who can service the PASS Key III to have a new key made In an emergency contac...

Page 121: ... and turn it to the RUN position within five seconds of removing the original key 5 The security light will turn off once the key has been programmed 6 Repeat Steps 1 through 5 if additional keys are to be programmed If you are driving and the security light comes on and stays on you may be able to restart your engine Your PASS Key III system however may not be working properly and must be service...

Page 122: ...e full throttle starts Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles 322 km or so During this time your new brake linings are not yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier replacement Follow this breaking in guideline every time you get new brake linings Do not tow a trailer during break in See Towing a Trailer o...

Page 123: ...the steering wheel left and right while you turn the key hard If none of this works then your vehicle needs service B ACCESSORY This position lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off Notice Lengthy operation of features such as the radio in the accessory ignition position and the RUN position may drain the battery and prevent your vehicle from starting Do...

Page 124: ...to 10 minutes or until a door is opened Starting the Engine Move your shift lever to PARK P or NEUTRAL N Your engine will not start in any other position that is a safety feature To restart when you are already moving use NEUTRAL N only Notice Do not try to shift to PARK P if your vehicle is moving If you do you could damage the transmission Shift to PARK P only when your vehicle is stopped 1 With...

Page 125: ...n each try When starting your engine in very cold weather below 0 F or 18 C do this 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to START and hold it there up to 15 seconds When the engine starts let go of the key 2 If your engine still will not start or starts but then stops it could be flooded with too much gasoline Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the floor ...

Page 126: ... vehicle is in REVERSE R or while using the cruise control Your vehicle has a memory function which allows pedal settings to be saved and recalled See Memory Seat Mirrors and Pedals on page 12 for more information Engine Coolant Heater Your vehicle may have an engine coolant heater In very cold weather 0 F 18 C or colder the engine coolant heater can help You will get easier starting and better fu...

Page 127: ...oving 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 best advice for that particular area Activ...

Page 128: ...RK P PARK P This position locks your rear wheels It is the best position to use when you start your engine because your vehicle cannot move easily CAUTION It is dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine runn...

Page 129: ...your transmission see If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 406 NEUTRAL N In this position your engine does not connect with the wheels To restart when you are already moving use NEUTRAL N only Also use NEUTRAL N when your two wheel drive vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly o...

Page 130: ...e your brakes off and on SECOND 2 This position reduces vehicle speed even more than THIRD 3 without using your brakes You can use SECOND 2 on hills It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on If you select SECOND 2 and the Tow Haul has not been selected the transmission will drive in SECOND 2 gear You may use this f...

Page 131: ...on This difference in shifting is normal The transmission torque converter clutch operation is restricted during cold operation When the startup transmission temperature is approximately 64 F 18 C your torque converter clutch will temporarily not operate Once the transmission temperature rises above 68 F 20 C normal operation will resume Tow Haul Mode Your vehicle has a tow haul mode The button is...

Page 132: ...rive High or Four Wheel Drive Low for extended periods of time While driving on clean dry pavement and during tight turns you may experience a vibration in the steering system Front Axle Locking Feature The front axle locks and unlocks automatically when you shift the transfer case Some delay for the axle to lock or unlock is normal Automatic Transfer Case The transfer case knob is located to the ...

Page 133: ...economy AUTO Automatic Four Wheel Drive This setting is ideal for use when road surface traction conditions are variable When driving your vehicle in AUTO the front axle is engaged but the vehicle s power is primarily sent to the rear wheels When the vehicle s software determines a need for more traction the system will transfer more power to the front wheels Driving in this mode results in slight...

Page 134: ...ssage stays on you should take your vehicle to your dealer for service See SERVICE 4 WHEEL DRIVE message under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 269 Shifting Into Four Wheel Drive High or AUTO Automatic Four Wheel Drive Turn the knob to the Four Wheel High or AUTO position This can be done at any speed except when shifting from Four Wheel Drive Low The indicator light will flash while shifting It ...

Page 135: ... your transmission in gear Notice Shifting the transmission into gear before the Four Wheel Drive Low indicator light has stopped flashing could damage the transfer case To help avoid damaging your vehicle always wait for the Four Wheel Drive Low indicator light to stop flashing before shifting the transmission into gear The vehicle may have significant engagement noise and bump when shifting betw...

Page 136: ...ur Wheel Drive Low indicator light to stop flashing before shifting the transmission into gear The vehicle may have significant engagement noise and bump when shifting between Four Wheel Drive Low and Four Wheel Drive High ranges or from NEUTRAL while the engine is running If the knob is turned to the Four Wheel Drive High AUTO or Two Wheel Drive High switch position when your vehicle is in gear a...

Page 137: ...n to RUN with the engine off 3 Turn the transfer case dial to the desired transfer case shift position Two Wheel Drive High Four Wheel Drive High AUTO After the transfer case has shifted out of NEUTRAL the NEUTRAL light will go out 4 Release the parking brake prior to moving the vehicle Notice Shifting the transmission into gear before the Four Wheel Drive Low indicator light has stopped flashing ...

Page 138: ...ke pedal down Pull the bottom edge of the lever located above the parking brake pedal with the parking brake symbol to release the parking brake If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released the brake system warning light will go off Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts Verify that the parking bra...

Page 139: ...UTRAL your vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift lever is in PARK P So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 421 1 Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into the PARK P position by pulling the shift lever toward you and moving it up as far as it will g...

Page 140: ...e gear not in NEUTRAL And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others could be injured Do not leave your vehicle with the engine running unless you have to If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine running be sure your vehicle is in PARK P and the parking brake is firmly set before you leave it After you move the shift lever into PAR...

Page 141: ... need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission then you will be able to pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of Park P Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system which locks the shift lever in PARK P when the ignition is in the LOCK You have to fully apply your regular brakes first...

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

Page 143: ... vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Repairs were not done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system has been modified improperly If you ever suspect exhaust is coming into your vehicle Drive it only with all the windows down to blow out any CO...

Page 144: ...e this can happen is a garage Exhaust with CO can come in easily NEVER park in a garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 402 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless yo...

Page 145: ...page 421 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar Compass and Temperature Display Your vehicle may have this feature When on the automatic dimming mirror dims to the proper level to minimize glare from lights behind you after dark The mirror has a dual display in the upper right corner of the mirror face that shows the compass reading and the outside temperature Control buttons for th...

Page 146: ...display will return If an abnormal temperature reading is displayed for an extended period of time please see your GM dealer Under certain circumstances a delay in updating the temperature is normal Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation The automatic dimming mirror function is turned on automatically each time the ignition is started To operate the automatic dimming mirror do the following 1 Make sur...

Page 147: ...not adjusted to account for compass variance the compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance do the following 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map 2 Press and hold the on off button until a Z and a zone number appears in the display The compass is now in zone mode 3 Keep pressing the on off button until the desired zone number appears...

Page 148: ...s displayed The compass can be calibrated by driving the vehicle in circles at 5 mph 8 km h or less until the display reads a direction Cleaning the Mirror When cleaning the mirror use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with...

Page 149: ... toggle the temperature display between Fahrenheit or Celsius If an abnormal reading is displayed please consult your GM dealer Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation Press and hold the TEMP button for approximately eight seconds to turn the automatic dimming feature on or off The indicator light to the left of the TEMP button will turn on or off to indicate when the feature is on Once the mirror is t...

Page 150: ...n the mirror compass windows If CAL is not displayed push in the COMP button for approximately eight seconds or until CAL is displayed The compass can be calibrated by driving the vehicle in circles at 5 mph 8 km h or less until the display reads a direction Compass Variance The mirror is set in zone eight upon leaving the factory It will be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compas...

Page 151: ... 3 Press the COMP button on the bottom of the mirror until the new zone number appears in the display After you stop pressing the button the display will show a compass direction within a few seconds Cleaning the Mirror Use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing...

Page 152: ... has the following features Manual Folding The mirrors can be manually 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 Be sure to return both mirrors to their original unfolded position before driving Heated Mirrors The button to turn the heated mirrors on or off is locate...

Page 153: ...nside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors If your vehicle is equipped with outside power foldaway mirrors the controls are located on the driver s door armrest Press A to select the driver s side mirror Then press the arrows located on the four way control pad to adjust the mirror Press A again to deselect the mirror Press B to select the passen...

Page 154: ...he unfolded position The mirrors shake and flutter at normal driving speeds To reset the power foldaway mirrors fold and unfold them one time using the mirror controls This will reset them to their normal position This mirror has the following features Automatic Dimming The driver s outside mirror will adjust for the glare of the headlamps behind you See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnSt...

Page 155: ...r them of ice snow and condensation See Rear Window Defogger under Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 230 for more information Convex Mirror CAUTION 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 changin...

Page 156: ...de Service for you A complete OnStar Owner s Guide and the Terms and Conditions of the OnStar Subscription Service Agreement are included in the vehicle s OnStar Subscriber Information packet located in your vehicle For more information visit www onstar com or www onstar ca contact OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 or press the OnStar button to speak with an OnStar advisor 24 hours a day 7 d...

Page 157: ...utton Hands Free Calling is fully integrated into the vehicle and may be used with Pre Paid Minute Packages or linked to a cell phone through OnStar Shared Minutes Plan To find out more refer to the OnStar Owner s Guide visit www onstar com or www onstar ca or speak with an OnStar advisor by pressing the OnStar button or calling 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 OnStar Virtual Advisor Your vehicle may...

Page 158: ...formation Universal Home Remote System Universal Home Remote System With Three Round LED The Universal Home Remote System provides a way to replace up to three hand held radio frequency RF transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers security systems and home lighting This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This...

Page 159: ... as garage door openers security systems and home lighting This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The FCC Grant of Equipment Authorization Certificate number is CB2SAHL3 This d...

Page 160: ...his includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the transmitter Because of the steps involved it may be helpful to have another person available to assist you in programming the transmitter Be sure to keep the original remote control transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future programming You o...

Page 161: ...evice Programming Universal Home Remote Fixed Code Fixed Code garage door openers are used for garage doors produced prior to 1996 Fixed code uses the same coded signal every time which is manually programmed by setting DIP switches for a unique personal code Follow these steps to program up to three channels 1 Make sure that your key is in the ACCESSORY position and the engine is off while progra...

Page 162: ...ttons at the same time to put the device into programming mode 5 The indicator light will blink slowly In order from left to right and within two and one half minutes enter each switch setting into the Universal Home Remote System Push one button for each switch as follows Left button on switch position Right button off switch position Middle button middle switch position 6 After programming the s...

Page 163: ...ent function button in Step 7 than what you used for the garage door opener Programming Universal Home Remote Rolling Code Rolling code garage door openers are used for garage doors produced after 1996 and are code protected Rolling code means the coded signal is changed every time your remote control garage door opener is used Programming a rolling code garage door opener involves time sensitive ...

Page 164: ...release the button when the garage door moves The indicator light will blink rapidly until programming is complete 6 Press and release the button again The garage door should move confirming that programming is successful and complete To program another device such as an additional garage door opener a security device or home lighting repeat Steps 1 through 6 choosing a different function button i...

Page 165: ...ance Offices on page 596 Universal Home Remote System Operation With One Triangular LED Your vehicle may have the Universal Home Remote System If there is one triangular LED above the Universal Home Remote buttons follow the instructions below If your vehicle has three round LED above the Universal Home Remote buttons follow the instructions under Universal Home Remote System Operation with three ...

Page 166: ...eld transmitter for quicker and more accurate transmission of the radio frequency signal Programming Universal Home Remote Follow these steps to program up to three channels 1 Press and hold down the two outside Universal Home Remote buttons releasing only when the Universal Home Remote indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Do not hold down the buttons for longer than 30 seconds and do ...

Page 167: ...ng code device most commonly a garage door opener 6 Locate in the garage the garage door opener receiver motor head unit Locate the Learn or Smart button This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor head unit 7 Firmly press and release the Learn or Smart button The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer You will have 30 seconds to start Step 8 8 ...

Page 168: ...sal Home Remote The Universal Home Remote indicator light will flash slowly at first and then rapidly Proceed with Step 4 under Programming Universal Home Remote to complete Using Universal Home Remote Press and hold the appropriate Universal Home Remote button for at least half of a second The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons...

Page 169: ...love box by pulling the bottom of the handle upward Cupholder s Your vehicle may be equipped with cupholders for the front and rear passengers The cupholders are located in the center console for the front passengers and on the rear of the center console for the rear passengers The front cupholder may be removed for cleaning by pushing down and then back on the cupholder To use the front cupholder...

Page 170: ...as this feature The luggage carrier has siderails attached to the roof and may have crossrails which can be moved back and forth to help secure cargo Tie the load to the siderails or siderail supports Notice Loading cargo on the luggage carrier that weighs more than 200 lbs 91 kg or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage your vehicle Load cargo so that it rests on the slats as far ...

Page 171: ...ide the crossrail back and forth slightly to be sure it is tight If you need to carry long items move the crossrails as far apart as they will go Tie the load to the crossrails and the siderails or siderail supports Also tie the load to the bumpers Do not tie the load so tightly that the crossrails or siderails are damaged After moving a crossrail be sure it is securely locked into the siderail Yo...

Page 172: ...ing on top of the cargo covers over the weight limit Your vehicle may be equipped with a three piece cargo cover system The cargo panels can be removed and stored in the cargo area of the vehicle To remove a cargo panel s do the following 1 Lower the tailgate Use the ignition door key to unlock the tailgate if it is locked See Tailgate on page 113 for more information on the tailgate The panels ar...

Page 173: ... left and right cargo panel latches located on the bottom of each cargo panel forward to unlock the cargo panel latches 3 Pull each cargo panel up and then out from the side rails and set it aside Remove as many cargo panels as needed 173 ...

Page 174: ... be released After you have removed each cargo panel store them within the cargo storage area using the cargo panel storage system Cargo Panel Storage System The three cargo panels can be stored in the cargo area using the storage strap system To store the panels do the following 174 ...

Page 175: ...nels during driving Before storing the cargo panels be sure that the latches are in the locked position The latches are in the locked position when they are parallel to the front and back edge of the panel Use the following instructions for the proper storage sequence and location for each panel A Secure clip A on the secondary strap B Secure clip B on the secondary strap C Place the remaining pri...

Page 176: ...2 Starting with cargo panel 1 load the cargo panel with latches up and facing away from you 3 Store cargo panel 2 by loading the cargo panel with latches down and facing toward you 176 ...

Page 177: ... Store cargo panel 3 by loading the cargo panel with latches up and facing away from you 5 Move the primary straps inside the cargo box covering the three cargo covers A Fasten the four strap clips B 177 ...

Page 178: ...6 Tighten all straps by pulling on the free end of each strap 7 Close both cross locks at the center of the strap system to secure tightly 178 ...

Page 179: ...ove the cargo panel s from the storage strap system You can either leave the strap system attached to the side of the cargo area while it is not in use or you can store it inside the top box storage compartment See Top Box Storage on page 190 for more information Panels 3 2 1 Loaded 179 ...

Page 180: ...that the pegs align with the receivers 3 Push both left latches away from you to lock the latches Remember that there are four latches total for panel 1 You should hear a click when each latch locks Lock the remaining two right latches on panel 1 For any cargo cover panel you must lock the left latch in place before you can lock the right latch If you do not follow this exactly the cargo cover pan...

Page 181: ...e cargo panel up Push the panel forward until it is snug against the other panel and then let the back of the panel down being sure that the pegs align with the receivers 5 Push the latches away from you starting with the left latch to lock the panel in place You should hear a click when each latch locks correctly Left Side Shown Right Side Similar 181 ...

Page 182: ...of the cargo panel up Push the panel forward until it is snug against the other panel and then let the back of the panel down being sure that the pegs align with the receivers 7 Push the latches away from you starting with the left latch to lock the panel in place You should hear a click when each latch locks Left Side Shown Right Side Similar 182 ...

Page 183: ...Storage of Straps To store the folding straps inside the top box storage compartment do the following 1 Extend the six strap ends on a flat surface 2 Fold the four primary strap ends towards the center as shown 183 ...

Page 184: ...short strap and surround the folded webbing forming a package 4 Take the secondary strap and wrap it around the package Finally attach the hooks to the webbing and place inside the top box storage compartment 184 ...

Page 185: ... off the midgate up or down or with the rear glass in or out The vehicle has features to help resist the elements and protect cargo inside the cargo area Parts of the water management system which is designed to quickly direct water out of the cargo box include the top drain grates side rail channels catch cups midgate drain cargo area floor drains and the rubber cargo mat Even when the water mana...

Page 186: ...gate side F Rear drains G Cargo floor H Cargo mat Maintenance and Cleaning To ensure that the water management system performs properly be sure that the midgate tailgate and cover system are fully closed and that each part of the water management system is clean and not blocked with debris Follow the instruction given next in this section for the proper procedures on cleaning each part of the wate...

Page 187: ...to clean the grates and drains if there seems to be a blockage To remove each drain grate do the following 1 Remove the cargo panels or tonneau cover See Cargo Cover Panels on page 172 or Tonneau Cover on page 191 for more information 2 Grasp the edges of the grate and pull it out from the vehicle Flush the drain with clean water 187 ...

Page 188: ...te down firmly The grate should clip into place Do not force the grate if it will not clip into place realign the clips with the holes and try again Side Rail Channels The side rail channels are located on top of both sides of the cargo area Flush them out with clean water debris collects inside of them When loading cargo into the cargo area be careful not to damage the rails 188 ...

Page 189: ...ling dirt wood chips pebbles etc you will need to flush the midgate drain with water But first you will have to remove the drain grate by using the following steps 1 Lower the midgate See Midgate on page 104 for more information 2 Pull up on the rear side of the drain grate 3 Tilt the drain grate away from you and pull it straight out Reverse the procedure to reinstall the drain grate 189 ...

Page 190: ... is extremely dirty lift up the edges of the cargo floor mat or take the whole mat out and flush the drains with water Top Box Storage Your vehicle is equipped with top box storage units on both side of the vehicle The passenger side top box contains the tools you will need to change a flat tire Use the ignition door key to unlock lock it Press the key cylinder button and swing the lid open Turn o...

Page 191: ... could be injured If you remove the cover bows and rails always store them properly in the cargo area When you put them back always be sure that they are securely reattached Your vehicle may be equipped with a tonneau cover The main components of the tonneau cover are the following A Front Rail B Bows C Side Rails D Rear Rail E Plastic Lip F Loop 191 ...

Page 192: ...t the rear corner of the driver s side of the vehicle pull the loop F toward you and then pull up so the plastic lip E releases from the channel in the rear rail D and the side rail C 2 Pull the back of the cover out from the rear rail D 192 ...

Page 193: ...e plastic lip E will release from the siderails C as you roll the cover forward 4 Stow the cover using the buckles and the straps attached to the front rail You can also store the tonneau cover outside of the vehicle or use the storage bag included 193 ...

Page 194: ...eau cover rolled up place it in the proper compartment in the bag and zip the bag shut Removing the Front Rear Rails and Bows Before moving on to the next step you will want to attach the storage bag to the cargo tie downs if it is not already attached so you will have a place ready to store the front and back rails and the two bows 194 ...

Page 195: ...y gently pushing them against the spring loaded end Set the bow aside 3 With the midgate lowered enter the rear passenger compartment of the vehicle See Midgate on page 104 4 Remove the front rail by first twisting up the edge nearest you to clear the midgate seals and then pulling it out from the side rails 195 ...

Page 196: ...are the same size and therefore interchangeable When placing the bows in the side rails it is easiest to place the spring loaded bow end in first When placing the bows locate the small notches in the side rails These notches receive the tang on the bow ends and help the bows seat into place When reinstalling the tonneau cover start at the front near the cab Place the plastic lip into the front rai...

Page 197: ...e sunroof reaches the desired position The sunshade will open automatically with the sunroof but can also be opened manually When the sunroof is opened an air deflector will automatically raise The air deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed Express Open Express Close To express open the sunroof fully press and release the rear of the driver s side switch The sunroof will open automatica...

Page 198: ...h feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof from closing at the point of the obstruction The sunroof will then open halfway and the air deflector will raise To close the sunroof once it has re opened refer to the Express Close or Manual Close functions described previously If the sunroof is in the vent position and there is an object in the path of the sunroof when it closing the anti pi...

Page 199: ...un Down Protection 219 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA 220 Accessory Power Outlet s 224 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 225 Climate Controls 226 Dual Climate Control System 226 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 230 Outlet Adjustment 237 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 238 Instrument Panel Cluster 239 Speedometer and Odometer 240 Trip Odometer 240 Tachometer 240 Safety Belt Reminder Lig...

Page 200: ...ization With DIC Buttons 279 Audio System s 288 Setting the Time Radio with a Single CD Player 290 Setting the Time Radio with a Six Disc CD Player 291 Radio with CD MP3 292 Radio with CD and DVD MP3 309 XM Radio Messages 334 Navigation Radio System 336 Rear Seat Entertainment System 336 Rear Seat Audio RSA 348 Theft Deterrent Feature 350 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 350 Radio Reception 352 Care ...

Page 201: ... NOTES 201 ...

Page 202: ...Instrument Panel Overview 202 ...

Page 203: ... on page 132 L Cruise Control Buttons See Cruise Control on page 210 M Tilt Wheel Lever See Tilt Wheel on page 205 N Horn See Horn on page 205 O Audio Steering Wheel Controls See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 350 P Dual Climate Controls or Dual Automatic Climate Controls If Equipped See Dual Climate Control System on page 226 or Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 230 Q Accessory...

Page 204: ...ing flasher button is located on top of the steering column The hazard warning flashers work no matter what ignition position the key is in and even if the key is not in the ignition Press the button to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off Press the button again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on your turn signals will not work 204 ...

Page 205: ...eering wheel allows you to adjust the steering wheel before you drive You can raise it to the highest level to give your legs more room when you enter and exit the vehicle The tilt lever is located on the driver s side of the steering column under the turn signal lever To tilt the wheel hold the steering wheel and pull the lever Move the steering wheel to a comfortable level then release the lever...

Page 206: ...urn and Lane Change Signals The turn signal has two upward for right and two downward for left positions These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change To signal a turn move the lever all the way up or down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically To signal a lane change raise or lower the lever for less than one second until the arrow starts to flash This will ca...

Page 207: ...se Block on page 561 Turn Signal On Chime If your turn signal is left on for more than 3 4 of a mile 1 2 km a chime will sound at each flash of the turn signal and the message TURN SIGNAL ON will also appear in the DIC See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 269 To turn the chime and message off move the turn signal lever to the off position Headlamp High Low Beam Changer 53 Headlamp High Low Beam C...

Page 208: ...es or blade inserts For more information see Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement on page 499 Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools down Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload You control the windshield wipers by turning the band with the wiper symbol on it 8 Mist For a single wiping cycle turn the band to mist Hold it there until ...

Page 209: ...er settings located closer to the off position on the multifunction lever The rainsensor will automatically control the frequency of the wipes from the off setting to the high speed setting according to the weather conditions The wipers can be left in a rainsense mode even when it is not raining Notice Going through an automatic car wash with the wipers on can damage them Turn the wipers off when ...

Page 210: ...he remaining cycles to begin Press the button again to turn off the heated windshield washer fluid system or it will automatically turn off after four wipe cycles have been completed When the heated windshield washer fluid system is activated under certain outside temperature conditions steam may flow out of the washer nozzles for a short period of time before washer fluid is sprayed This is a nor...

Page 211: ...e StabiliTrak System on page 363 When road conditions allow you to safely use it again you may turn the cruise control back on The cruise control buttons are located on left side of the steering wheel T On Off This button can both activate and turn off the system The indicator light is on when cruise control is on and turns off when cruise control is off RES Resume Accelerate Press this button to ...

Page 212: ... speed 3 Press the SET button located on the steering wheel and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This shuts off the cruise control But you do not need to reset it Once you are driving about 25 mph 40 km h or more press the RES button on your steering wheel The vehicle will go bac...

Page 213: ...lls 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 have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain the vehicle s speed When going downhill you may have to brake or shift to a lower gear to keep the vehicle s speed down Of course applying the brake takes you out of cruise control Many drivers find this ...

Page 214: ...les first sold in Canada the off position will only work for vehicles that are shifted into the parked P position AUTO Automatic Turn the control to this position to automatically turn on the headlamps at normal brightness together with the following Parking Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Taillamps License Plate Lamps When the vehicle is turned off and the headlamps are in AUTO the headlamps may au...

Page 215: ...delay ends if enabled in the DIC See Exit Lighting under DIC Vehicle Customization With DIC Buttons on page 279 Daytime Running Lamps DRL Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset Fully functional ...

Page 216: ...o turn on your headlamps when driving through a parking garage heavy overcast weather or a tunnel This is normal There is a delay in the transition between the daytime and nighttime operation of the Daytime Running Lamps DRL and the automatic headlamp systems so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system The DRL and automatic headlamp system will only be...

Page 217: ...mps in the dark without turning on the headlamps The fog lamps will go off whenever your high beam headlamps come on When the high beams go off the fog lamps will come on again The fog lamps will be cancelled after the ignition is turned off If you still want to use the fog lamps after you restart the vehicle you will need to press the fog lamp button again Some localities have laws that require t...

Page 218: ...amps or parking lamps are on To turn on the dome lamps with the vehicle doors closed turn the knob all the way to the right Dome Lamps The dome lamps will come on when you open a door or Midgate if the vehicle has one They will turn off when all doors or Midgate are closed You can also turn the dome lamps on by turning the knob located next to the exterior lamp control all the way up In this posit...

Page 219: ...open a door Entry Exit Lighting Your vehicle has an illuminated entry exit feature When a door is opened or the key is removed from the ignition the dome lamps will come on if the dome override button is in the out position Reading Lamps If your vehicle has reading lamps press the button located next to the lamp to turn it on or off Your vehicle may also have reading lamps in other locations To tu...

Page 220: ...in this area CAUTION Even with the Ultrasonic Rear Park Assist system the driver must check carefully before backing up The system does not operate above speeds of 5 mph 8 km h The system does not detect objects more than 8 feet 2 5 meters behind the vehicle This detection distance limit may be reduced during warm weather or high humidity Also the system does not detect objects that are below your...

Page 221: ...icate that URPA is off The red light in the URPA display will also be lit if the vehicle is in REVERSE R If the vehicle has a Driver Information Center DIC PARKING ASSIST OFF will display on the screen URPA automatically turns back on each time the vehicle is started How the System Works When the shift lever is moved into REVERSE R the rear display will briefly come on to let you know the display ...

Page 222: ...mber amber red will flash When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly If the URPA system will not activate due to a temporary condition the message PARKING ASSIST OFF will be displayed on the DIC screen and a red light will come on the URPA display when the shift lever is moved into REVERSE R This occurs under the following conditions The driver disables the system The parking brake pedal is de...

Page 223: ...ery large truck or other mechanical devices that interfere with URPA performance When URPA is disabled without driver action and the driver attempts to turn URPA back on by pressing the rear park aid button the indicator light will flash for 3 seconds and then stay lit to indicate that URPA is off As always drivers should use care when backing up a vehicle Always look behind you being sure to chec...

Page 224: ... use equipment exceeding maximum amperage rating of 20 amperes Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible to the accessory power outlets and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for additional information on the accessory power plugs Notice Improper use of the power outlet can c...

Page 225: ...o remove the ashtray pull it out from the console or from the slide out door To reinstall the ashtray slide it back to the original position To use the cigarette lighter if the vehicle has one push it in all the way and let go When it is ready for use it will pop back out by itself Do not use the lighter to plug in accessory devices Use the power outlets provided Notice Holding a cigarette lighter...

Page 226: ...lets depending upon where the knob is placed between the settings A little air is directed towards the windshield and side window outlets Cooler air is directed to the upper outlets and warmer air to the floor outlets 6 Floor This mode directs most of the air to the floor outlets with some of the air directed to the windshield side window outlets and second row floor outlets In this mode the syste...

Page 227: ...s mode keeps outside air from entering the vehicle It can be used to reduce outside air and prevent odors from entering your vehicle Recirculation may also help cool the air inside your vehicle more quickly once the temperature inside the vehicle is less than the outside temperature The recirculation mode cannot be used with floor defrost or defogging modes If you try to select recirculation in on...

Page 228: ...e This is normal Defogging and Defrosting Fog on the inside of the windows is a result of high humidity moisture condensing on the cool window glass This can be minimized if the climate control system is used properly There are two modes to clear fog or frost from your windshield Turn the right knob clockwise to select the defog or defrost mode Defog The defog mode is used to clear the windows of ...

Page 229: ...e fog from the rear window Rear Window Defogger Press this button on the right knob to turn on the rear window defogger The system will automatically turn off several minutes after it has been activated The defogger can also be turned off by pressing the button again or by turning off the engine Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear If your vehicle has heated outside rearview mi...

Page 230: ...r s side temperature buttons are used to adjust the temperature of the air coming through the system on the driver s side The temperature can be adjusted even if the system is turned off This is possible since outside air will always flow through the system as the vehicle is moving forward unless it is set to recirculation mode See Recirculation later in this section Press the or buttons to increa...

Page 231: ... setting the indicator on the PASS button will illuminate and both the driver s side and passenger s side temperature displays will be shown Automatic Operation AUTO Automatic When automatic operation is active the system will control the inside temperature the air delivery and the fan speed Use the steps below to place the entire system in automatic mode 1 Press the AUTO button When AUTO is selec...

Page 232: ...g on the fan until warm air is available The length of delay depends on the engine coolant temperature Pressing the fan switch will override this delay and change the fan to a selected speed O On Off Press this button to turn off the climate control system Outside air will still enter the vehicle and will be directed to the floor This direction can be changed by pressing the mode button Recirculat...

Page 233: ...panel outlets Bi Level This mode directs half of the air to the instrument panel outlets and to the floor outlets The flow can be divided between vent and floor outlets depending upon where the knob is placed between the settings A little air is directed towards the windshield and side window outlets Cooler air is directed to the upper outlets and warmer air to the floor outlets 6 Floor This mode ...

Page 234: ...rculation mode Air Conditioning Air Conditioning Press this button to turn the air conditioning A C compressor on and off When air conditioning is selected an indicator light will come on to let you know that the air conditioning has been activated Pressing this button when the outside temperature is too cool for air conditioning will make the air conditioning indicator flash three times and then ...

Page 235: ... interior temperature sensor located next to the steering wheel that measures the temperature of the air inside your vehicle There is also an exterior temperature sensor located behind the front grille This sensor reads the outside air temperature and helps maintain the temperature inside the vehicle Any cover on the front of the vehicle could cause a false reading in the displayed temperature 235...

Page 236: ...ield Use the mode up and down arrows to select the defog or defrost modes Defog The defog mode is used to clear the windows of fog or moisture and warm the passengers This mode directs air to the windshield floor outlets and side window vents When you select this mode the system turns off recirculation and runs the air conditioning compressor unless the outside temperature is close to freezing The...

Page 237: ...ld not be covered by your warranty Outlet Adjustment Your vehicle has air outlets located in the center and on the side of your instrument panel that allow you to adjust the direction and amount of airflow inside the vehicle Move the louvers up or down Use the thumbwheel next to or underneath the outlet to close the louvers For the most efficient airflow and temperature control keep the outlet in ...

Page 238: ... 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 gages...

Page 239: ...designed to 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 and many other things you will need to know to drive safely and economically United States version shown Canada similar 239 ...

Page 240: ...r your vehicle has been driven since you last set the trip odometer to zero Press the reset button located on the instrument panel cluster next to the trip odometer display to toggle between the trip odometer and the regular odometer Holding the reset button for approximately one second while the trip odometer is displayed will reset it To display the odometer reading with the ignition off press t...

Page 241: ...le is in motion If the driver s belt is buckled neither the chime nor the light will come on Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Several seconds after the key is turned to RUN or START a chime will sound for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt The passenger safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds then it will flash for several more...

Page 242: ... ready If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start the vehicle or comes on when you are driving your airbag system may not work properly Have your vehicle serviced right away CAUTION If the airbag readiness light stays on after you start your vehicle it means the airbag system may not be working properly The airbags in your vehicle may not inflate in a crash or they could even inflate w...

Page 243: ...enger airbag status indicator it means that the right front passenger s frontal airbag is enabled may inflate CAUTION If the on indicator comes on when you have a rear facing child restraint installed in the right front passenger s seat it means that the passenger sensing system has not turned off the passenger s frontal airbag A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously injured or k...

Page 244: ... is off If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag status indicator it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger s frontal airbag See Passenger Sensing System on page 80 for more on this including important safety information If after several seconds all status indicator lights remain on or if there are no lights at all there may be a problem with...

Page 245: ...cate that you have problems with the generator the generator drive belt or another electrical problem Have it checked right away Driving while this light is on could drain your battery When this light comes on the DIC will also display the SERVICE BATTERY NOT CHARGING SYSTEM message See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 269 for more information If you must drive a short distance with the light on ...

Page 246: ...g in the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an extended period This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at engine idle As engine speeds are increased this condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to create full power If there is a problem with the battery charging system this light will come on or the S...

Page 247: ...If it does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there s a problem If the light comes on while you are driving pull off the road and stop carefully You may notice that the pedal is harder to push or may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light is still on have the vehicle towed for service See Towing Your Vehicle on page 415 CAUTION Your brake syst...

Page 248: ...es In addition to both lights you will also hear a chime sound on the first occurrence of a problem and each time the vehicle is shut off and then restarted See Brake System Warning Light on page 246 The anti lock brake system warning light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN If the light does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a pro...

Page 249: ...rature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature It also provides an indicator of how hard your vehicle is working During a majority of the operation the gage will read 210 F 100 C or less If you are pulling a load or going up hills it is normal for the temperature to fluctuate and approach the 250 F 122 C mark If the gage reaches the 260 F 125 C mark it indicates that the cooling system...

Page 250: ...re Monitor System on page 510 for more information Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle has a computer which monitors operation of the fuel ignition and emission control systems This system 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 environme...

Page 251: ...ns to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty This may also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection Maintenance test See Accessories and Modifications on page 440 This light should come on as a check to show you it is working when the ignition is on and the engine is not running If the light does not come on have it repaired This light will also c...

Page 252: ... still flashing follow the previous steps and see your dealer for service as soon as possible If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure to fully install the cap See Filling the Tank on page 448 The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel c...

Page 253: ...sions Inspection and Maintenance Programs Some state provincial and local governments have or may begin programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Here are some things you need to know to help your vehicle pass an inspection Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the check engine li...

Page 254: ... DIC Warnings and Messages on page 269 and Engine Oil on page 454 for more information A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by a dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure Check your oil as soon as possible CAUTION Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check...

Page 255: ...mage the engine The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil That is a check to be sure the light works If it does not 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 is not flowing through your engine properly You could ...

Page 256: ...et your cruise control The light will go out when the cruise control is turned off See Cruise Control on page 210 for more information Highbeam On Light This light will come on when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 207 Tow Haul Mode Light This light is displayed when the Tow Haul mode has been activated For more information see Towing a Trailer on page ...

Page 257: ... on page 269 Here are some situations you may experience with your fuel gage None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gage At the gas station the fuel pump shuts off before the gage reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gage indicated For example the gage may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank ...

Page 258: ... your vehicle does not have DIC buttons see DIC Operation and Displays Without DIC Buttons later in this section for the displays available DIC Operation and Displays With DIC Buttons If your vehicle has DIC buttons the information below explains the operation of this system The DIC has different displays which can be accessed by pressing the DIC buttons located on the instrument panel next to the...

Page 259: ...dicator T Vehicle Information Press this button to display the oil life units tire pressure readings for vehicles with a Tire Pressure Monitor TPM system engine hours Tire Pressure Monitor TPM system programming for vehicles with a TPM system and Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter programming U Customization Press this button to customize the feature settings on your vehicle See DIC Vehicle Cust...

Page 260: ... reset stem The trip odometer has a feature called the retro active reset This can be used to set the trip odometer to the number of miles kilometers driven since the ignition was last turned on This can be used if the trip odometer is not reset at the beginning of the trip To use the retro active reset feature press and hold the set reset button for at least two seconds The trip odometer will dis...

Page 261: ...mount of fuel is in the fuel tank This is because different driving conditions produce different fuel economies Generally freeway driving produces better fuel economy than city driving Fuel range cannot be reset Average Economy Press the trip fuel button until AVG ECONOMY displays This display shows the approximate average miles per gallon mpg or liters per 100 kilometers L 100 km This number is c...

Page 262: ...utomatic transmission fluid in either degrees Fahrenheit F or degrees Celsius C Instantaneous Economy and Active Fuel Management Indicator If your vehicle has this display press the trip fuel button until INST ECONOMY V8 MODE displays This display shows the current fuel economy at a particular moment and will change frequently as driving conditions change This display shows the instantaneous fuel ...

Page 263: ...on page 454 In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual See Scheduled Maintenance on page 573 for more information Remember you must reset the OIL LIFE display yourself after each oil change It will not reset itself Also be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE display accidentally at any time other ...

Page 264: ...plays This display shows the total number of hours the engine has run Relearn Tire Positions If your vehicle has a Tire Pressure Monitor TPM system after rotating the tires or after replacing a tire or sensor the system must re learn the tire positions To re learn the tire positions see Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 510 See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 515 and DIC Warnings and Messa...

Page 265: ...ted If your vehicle does not have DIC buttons you can use the trip odometer reset stem to view the following displays odometer engine hours trip odometer oil life Tire Pressure Monitor TPM system programming for vehicles with a TPM system Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter programming and display language If your vehicle has DIC buttons you can use the trip odometer reset stem to view the follow...

Page 266: ...e retro active reset feature press and hold the trip odometer reset stem for at least three seconds The trip odometer will display the number of miles mi or kilometers km driven since the ignition was last turned on and the vehicle was moving Once the vehicle begins moving the trip odometer will accumulate mileage For example if the vehicle was driven 5 miles 8 km before it is started again and th...

Page 267: ...dditional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual See Scheduled Maintenance on page 573 for more information Remember you must reset the OIL LIFE display yourself after each oil change It will not reset itself Also be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE display accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed It cannot be reset accurately until the...

Page 268: ...ional transmitters at this time repeat Step 3 Each vehicle can have a maximum of eight transmitters matched to it 5 To exit the programming mode you must cycle the key to LOCK Language This display allows you to select the language in which the DIC messages will appear To select a language do the following 1 Press the trip odometer reset stem until ODOMETER displays 2 While in the ODOMETER display...

Page 269: ...urgent These messages require action before they can be cleared You should take any messages that appear on the display seriously and remember that clearing the messages will only make the messages disappear not correct the problem The following are the possible messages that can be displayed and some information about them CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON This message will display when the engine oil needs...

Page 270: ...hicle information button See DIC Operation and Displays With DIC Buttons earlier in this section If the tire pressure is low the low tire pressure warning light will come on See Tire Pressure Light on page 250 DRIVER DOOR OPEN If the driver s door is not fully closed and the vehicle is in a drive gear this message will display and a chime will sound Stop and turn off the vehicle check the door for...

Page 271: ...ore information This message will display when the engine coolant temperature is too hot Stop and allow the vehicle to idle until it cools down See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 249 See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 471 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE Notice If you drive your vehicle while the engine is overhe...

Page 272: ...speed may be reduced Anytime this message stays on the vehicle should be taken to your dealer for service as soon as possible FUEL LEVEL LOW If the fuel level is low this message will display and a chime will sound Refuel as soon as possible See Fuel Gage on page 257 and Fuel on page 442 for more information HOOD OPEN If the hood is not fully closed this message will display and a chime will sound...

Page 273: ...tton or the trip odometer reset stem to acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display To turn the URPA system back on see Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA on page 220 PASSENGER DOOR OPEN If the passenger s door is not fully closed and the vehicle is in a drive gear this message will display and a chime will sound Stop and turn off the vehicle check the door for obstructions and clo...

Page 274: ...tem for problems See Airbag Readiness Light on page 242 and Airbag System on page 70 for more information SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM On some vehicles if there is a problem with the battery charging system this message will display Under certain conditions the battery warning light may also turn on in the instrument panel cluster See Charging System Light on page 245 Driving with this problem ...

Page 275: ...ing Assist URPA on page 220 for more information See your dealer for service SERVICE STABILITRAK If your vehicle has StabiliTrak and this message displays it means there may be a problem with the StabiliTrak system If you see this message try to reset the system Stop turn off the engine for at least 15 seconds then start the engine again If this message still comes on it means there is a problem Y...

Page 276: ...ICE TRACTION CONTROL If your vehicle has StabiliTrak this message will display when there is a problem with the traction control system When this message is displayed the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly See your dealer for service See StabiliTrak System on page 363 for more information STABILITRAK OFF If your vehicle has StabiliTrak this message will display when y...

Page 277: ...his message may display along with the check engine light on the instrument panel cluster See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 250 Reinstall the fuel cap fully See Filling the Tank on page 448 The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed A loose or missing fuel cap will allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere A few driving trips with the cap p...

Page 278: ...g is displayed If the transmission fluid in the vehicle gets hot this message will display along with a continuous chime Driving with the transmission fluid temperature high can cause damage to the vehicle Stop the vehicle and let it idle to allow the transmission to cool This message will clear and the chime will stop when the fluid temperature reaches a safe level TURN SIGNAL ON If a turn signal...

Page 279: ...e then The customization preferences are automatically recalled To change customization preferences use the following procedure Entering the Feature Settings Menu 1 Turn the ignition on and place the vehicle in PARK P 2 Press the customization button to scroll through the available customizable options Feature Settings Menu Items The following are customization features that allow you to program s...

Page 280: ...n the DIC to select it You can also change the language by pressing the trip odometer reset stem See Language under DIC Operation and Displays Without DIC Buttons earlier in this section for more information AUTO DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select when the vehicle s doors will automatically lock See Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 102 for more information Press the customization...

Page 281: ...ck DRIVER AT KEY OUT Only the driver s door will unlock when the key is taken out of the ignition DRIVER IN PARK Only the driver s door will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into PARK P ALL AT KEY OUT All of the doors including the tailgate will unlock when the key is taken out of the ignition ALL IN PARK default All of the doors including the tailgate will unlock when the vehicle is shifted int...

Page 282: ...he set reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it REMOTE DOOR UNLOCK This feature allows you to select the type of feedback you will receive when unlocking the vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter You will not receive feedback when unlocking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter if the doors are open See Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 93 for more info...

Page 283: ...on button to scroll through the following settings OFF There will be no delayed locking of the vehicle s doors ON default The doors will not lock until five seconds after the last door or the tailgate is closed NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain Choose one of the available settings and press the set reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to sele...

Page 284: ...he RKE transmitter ON default If it is dark enough outside the exterior lights will turn on briefly when you unlock the vehicle with the RKE transmitter The lights will remain on for 20 seconds or until the lock button on the RKE transmitter is pressed or the vehicle is no longer off See Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 93 for more information NO CHANGE No change will be made to this ...

Page 285: ...h the following settings OFF default Neither outside mirror will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE R DRIVER MIRROR The driver s outside mirror will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE R PASSENGER MIRROR The passenger s outside mirror will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into REVERSE R BOTH MIRRORS The driver s and passenger s outside mirrors wil...

Page 286: ...ll remain Choose one of the available settings and press the set reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it MEMORY SEAT RECALL If your vehicle has this feature it allows you to select your preference for the remote memory seat recall feature See Memory Seat Mirrors and Pedals on page 12 for more information Press the customization button until MEMORY SEAT RECALL appears on the DIC ...

Page 287: ...ed NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain Choose one of the available settings and press the set reset button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it FACTORY SETTINGS This feature allows you to set all of the customization features back to their factory default settings Press the customization button until FACTORY SETTINGS appears on the DIC display ...

Page 288: ...menu is reached and exited A 40 second time period has elapsed with no selection made Audio System s Determine which radio your vehicle has and then read the pages following to familiarize yourself with its features Driving without distraction is a necessity for a safer driving experience See Defensive Driving on page 356 By taking a few moments to read this manual and get familiar with your vehic...

Page 289: ...operation Set up your audio system by presetting your favorite radio stations setting the tone and adjusting the speakers Then when driving conditions permit you can tune to your favorite radio stations using the presets and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has them Notice Before adding any sound equipment to your vehicle such as an audio system CD player CB radio mobile telephone or two way...

Page 290: ...se instructions 1 Press the clock button and the HR MIN MM DD YYYY hour minute month day and year will appear on the display 2 Press the pushbutton located under any one of the labels that you want to change Every time the pushbutton is pressed again the time or the date if selected will increase by one Another way to increase the time or date is to press the right SEEK arrow or the FWD forward bu...

Page 291: ...the time or the date if selected will increase by one Another way to increase the time or date is to press the right SEEK arrow or the FWD forward button 3 To decrease press the left SEEK arrow or the REV reverse button You can also rotate the tune knob to adjust the selected setting Changing the Time and Date Default Settings You can change the time default setting from 12 hours to 24 hours or ch...

Page 292: ...ic information from these stations and will only work when the information is available While the radio is tuned to an FM RDS station the station name or call letters will appear on the display In rare cases a radio station may broadcast incorrect information that will cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station Radio with CD shown Radio with Six Disc CD M...

Page 293: ...and off Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume Speed Compensated Volume SCV The radio has Speed Compensated Volume SCV When SCV is on the radio volume automatically adjusts to compensate for road and wind noise as you speed up or slow down while driving That way the volume level should sound about the same as you drive To activate SCV 1 Set the radio volume...

Page 294: ...ellite Radio Service MP3 and RDS Features Press the information button to display additional text information related to the current FM RDS or XM station or MP3 song A choice of additional information such as Channel Song Artist and CAT category may appear Continue pressing the information button to highlight the desired label or press the pushbutton positioned under any one of the labels and the ...

Page 295: ...of the six pushbuttons until you hear a beep Whenever that pushbutton is pressed and released the station that was set will return 4 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton radio station you want stored as a favorite The number of favorites pages can be setup using the MENU button To setup the number of favorites pages perform the following steps 1 Press the MENU button to display the radio setup men...

Page 296: ...ble To quickly adjust bass midrange or treble to the middle position press the pushbutton positioned under the BASS MID or TREB label for more than two seconds You will hear a beep and the level will be adjusted to the middle position To quickly adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position press the tune knob for more than two seconds until you hear a beep EQ Equalization Press this...

Page 297: ...d tone controls to the middle position press the tune knob for more than two seconds until you hear a beep Finding a Category CAT Station CAT Category The CAT button is used to find XM stations when the radio is in the XM mode To find XM channels within a desired category perform the following 1 Press the BAND button until the XM frequency is displayed Press the CAT button to display the category ...

Page 298: ...re All label You cannot remove or add categories while the vehicle is moving faster than 5 mph 8 km h Radio Messages Calibration Error The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the factory If Calibration Error appears on the display it means that the radio has not been configured properly for your vehicle and it must be returned to your dealer for service Locked This message is di...

Page 299: ...io source When a CD is inserted the CD symbol will appear on the CD As each new track starts to play the track number will appear on the display When more than one CD is in the radio the desired CD to be played can be changed by pressing the pushbuttons located under the displayed Disc label The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch 8 cm single CDs with an adapter ring Full size CDs and the smalle...

Page 300: ... removed If the CD is not removed after several seconds the CD will be automatically pulled back into the player and begin playing For the Six Disc CD player press and hold the eject button for two seconds to eject all discs f Tune Turn this knob to select tracks on the CD that is currently playing SEEK Press the left SEEK arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than ten seconds on t...

Page 301: ...omize All Discs is displayed Press the same pushbutton again to turn off random play BAND Press this button to listen to the radio when a CD is playing The CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening CD AUX CD Auxiliary Press this button to play a CD when listening to the radio The CD icon and a message showing the disc and or track number will appear on the display when a CD is in...

Page 302: ...ss Avoid subfolders The system can support up to eight subfolders deep however keep the total number of folders to a minimum in order to reduce the complexity and confusion in trying to locate a particular folder during playback Make sure playlists have a m3u or wpl extension other file extensions may not work Minimize the length of the file folder or playlist names Long file folder or playlist na...

Page 303: ...ins both uncompressed CD audio CDA and MP3 files a folder under the root directory called CD will access all of the CD audio tracks on the disc Empty Directory or Folder If a root directory or a folder exists somewhere in the file structure that contains only folders subfolders and no compressed files directly beneath them the player will advance to the next folder in the file structure that conta...

Page 304: ... display The new track name will appear on the display File System and Naming Preprogrammed Playlists You can access preprogrammed playlists that were created using WinAmp MusicMatch or Real Jukebox software however you will not have playlist editing capability using the radio These playlists will be treated as special folders containing compressed audio song files Playing an MP3 Insert a CD R par...

Page 305: ...aged CDs you could damage the CD player When using the CD player use only CDs in good condition without any label load one CD at a time and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials liquids and debris 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 reco...

Page 306: ...elapsed time of the file will appear on the display FWD Fast Forward Press and hold this button to advance playback quickly within an MP3 file You will hear sound at a reduced volume Release this button to resume playing the file The elapsed time of the file will appear on the display RDM Random With random you can listen to MP3 files on the CD R in random rather than sequential order on one CD R ...

Page 307: ...rtist If you want to listen to MP3 files by another artist press the pushbutton located below either arrow button You will go to the next or previous artist in alphabetical order Continue pressing either button until the desired artist is displayed To change from playback by artist to playback by album press the pushbutton located below the Sort By label From the sort screen push one of the button...

Page 308: ...t an hour and try again There may have been a problem while burning the CD The label may be caught in the CD player If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Using the Au...

Page 309: ...will continue playing so you may want to stop it or turn it off CD AUX CD Auxiliary Press this button to play a CD when a portable audio device is playing Press this button again and the system will begin playing audio from the connected portable audio player If a portable audio player is not connected no input device found will be displayed Radio with CD and DVD MP3 If your vehicle has a Rear Sea...

Page 310: ...l cause the radio features to work improperly If this happens contact the radio station XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and Canada XM offers a large variety of coast to coast channels including music news sports talk traffic weather U S subscribers and children s programming XM provides digital quality audio and text infor...

Page 311: ...shbutton under the desired SCV setting OFF Low Med or High to select the level of radio volume compensation The display will time out after approximately 10 seconds Each higher setting allows for more radio volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds Finding a Station BAND Press this button to switch between AM FM or XM if equipped The selection will appear on the display f Tune Turn this knob to...

Page 312: ...rites button and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has them See Defensive Driving on page 356 FAV Favorites A maximum of 36 stations can be programmed as favorites using the six pushbuttons positioned below the radio station frequency labels and by using the radio favorites page button FAV button Press the FAV button to go through up to six pages of favorites each having six favorite stations...

Page 313: ... Tone Bass Treble BASS MID TREB Bass Midrange or Treble To adjust bass midrange or treble press the tune knob until the tone control labels appear on the display Continue pressing to highlight the desired label or press the pushbutton positioned under the desired label Turn the tune knob clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the highlighted setting If a station s frequency is weak or if there is...

Page 314: ...nce or fade to the middle position press the pushbutton positioned under the BAL or FADE label for more than two seconds You will hear a beep and the level will be adjusted to the middle position To quickly adjust both the balance and fade to the middle position at one time press the tune knob for more than two seconds until you hear a beep If the Rear Seat Audio RSA is turned on the radio will di...

Page 315: ...ay 5 Repeat the steps to remove more categories Removed categories can be restored by pressing the pushbutton under the Add label when a removed category is displayed or by pressing the pushbutton under the Restore All label You cannot remove or add categories while the vehicle is moving faster than five mph eight km h Radio Messages Calibration Error The audio system has been calibrated for your ...

Page 316: ...the track number will appear on the display The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch 8 cm single CDs with an adapter ring Full size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner If playing a CD R the sound quality may be reduced due to CD R quality the method of recording the quality of the music that has been recorded and the way the CD R has been handled There may be an increase in skip...

Page 317: ...ject Z DVD Eject Press and release the DVD eject button to eject the CD that is currently playing in the top slot You will hear a beep and Ejecting Disc will be displayed Once the disc is ejected Remove Disc will appear on display The CD can be removed If the CD is not removed after several seconds the CD will be automatically pulled back into the player If loading and reading of a CD cannot be co...

Page 318: ...fely inside the radio for future listening or viewing entertainment DVD CD AUX Auxiliary Press this button to cycle through DVD CD or Auxiliary when listening to the radio The DVD CD text label and a message showing the track or chapter number will appear on display when a disc is in either slot Press this button again and the system will automatically search for an auxiliary input device such as ...

Page 319: ...ection or Audio Video A V Jacks under Rear Seat Entertainment System on page 336 for more information In some vehicles depending on audio options the rear speakers can be muted when the RSA power is turned on See Rear Seat Audio RSA on page 348 for more information Using an MP3 WMA CD R or CD RW Disc Compressed Audio or Mixed Mode Discs The radio will also play discs that contain both uncompressed...

Page 320: ...der or playlist names Long file folder or playlist names or a combination of a large number of files and folders or playlists may cause the player to be unable to play up to the maximum number of files folders playlists or sessions If you wish to play a large number of files folders playlists or sessions minimize the length of the file folder or playlist name Long names also take up more space on ...

Page 321: ...folder The folder down and the folder up buttons will search playlists Px first and then go to the root folder When the radio displays the name of the folder the radio will display ROOT Order of Play Tracks recorded to the CD R will be played in the following order Play will begin from the first track in the first playlist and will continue sequentially through all tracks in each playlist When the...

Page 322: ... into either the top or bottom slot label side up The player will pull it in and the CD R should begin playing Depending on the format of the disc a softkey menu will appear and allow navigation of the disc The menu will read left to right as RDM Randomize song play order a Folder icon with left and right arrows to move up or down through available folders a PL tag if the disc has a Playlist avail...

Page 323: ...CDs in good condition without any label load one CD at a time and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials liquids and debris Do not add any label to a CD It could get caught in the CD player If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a soft marker instead If an error appears on the display see ...

Page 324: ...ltiple times the player will continue moving backward or forward through the MP3 files on the CD S c Previous Folder Press the pushbutton positioned under the Folder label to go to the first track in the previous folder c T Next Folder Press the pushbutton positioned under the Folder label to go to the first track in the next folder s REV Reverse Press and hold this button to reverse playback quic...

Page 325: ...MP3 files by another artist press the pushbutton located below either arrow button You will go to the next or previous artist in alphabetical order Continue pressing either button until the desired artist is displayed To change from playback by artist to playback by album press the pushbutton located below the Sort By label From the sort screen push one of the buttons below the album button Press ...

Page 326: ...ction or Audio Video A V Jacks under Rear Seat Entertainment System on page 336 for more information If a MP3 is inserted into top DVD slot the rear seat operator can turn on the video screen and use the remote control to navigate the CD tracks only through the remote control CD Messages If these messages appear on the display and or the CD comes out it could be for one of the following reasons Op...

Page 327: ...ear Seat Entertainment System on page 336 and DVD Radio Error Messages in this section for more information Playing a DVD DVD CD AUX Auxiliary Press this button to cycle through DVD CD or Auxiliary when listening to the radio The DVD CD text label and a message showing track or chapter number will appear on display when a disc is in either slot Press this button again and the system will automatic...

Page 328: ...CD Player on page 290 or Setting the Time Radio with a Six Disc CD Player on page 291 for setting the clock and date SEEK Previous Track Chapter Press this button to return to the start of the current track or chapter Press this button again to go to the previous track or chapter This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews SEEK Next Track Chapter Pres...

Page 329: ... page 336 for more information The Video Screen automatically turns on when the DVD V is inserted into the DVD slot r j Play Pause Press either the play or pause icon displayed on the radio system to toggle between pausing or restarting playback of a DVD If the forward arrow is showing on display the system is in pause mode If the pause icon is showing on display the system is in playback mode If ...

Page 330: ...tion during DVD playback See the tag options listed below for more information The rear seat operator can navigate the DVD A menus and controls through the remote control See Remote Control under Rear Seat Entertainment System on page 336 for more information The Video Screen does not automatically power on when the DVD A is inserted into the DVD slot It must be manually turned on by the rear seat...

Page 331: ...senger using the remote control Loading a disc into the system depending on media type and format ranges from 5 to 20 seconds for a CD and up to 30 seconds for a DVD Stopping and Resuming Playback To stop playing a DVD without turning off the system press the stop button on the remote control or press the pushbutton located under the stop or the play pause symbol tags displayed on the radio If the...

Page 332: ...played if no disc is present when the EJECT or DVD CD AUX button is pressed on the radio Using the Auxiliary Input Jack s Your radio system has an auxiliary input jack located on the lower right side of the faceplate This is not an audio output do not plug the headphone set into the front auxiliary input jack You can however connect an external audio device such as an iPod laptop computer MP3 play...

Page 333: ...g track or chapter number will appear on display when a disc is in either slot Press this button again and the system will automatically search for an auxiliary input device such as a portable audio player If a portable audio player is not connected no aux input device will be displayed If a disc is in both the DVD slot and the CD slot the DVD CD AUX button will cycle between the two sources and n...

Page 334: ...the signal should return Loading XM Acquiring channel audio after four second delay The audio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly Channel Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel Channel Unavail Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer...

Page 335: ...e For security purposes XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles If this message appears after having your vehicle serviced check with your dealer XM 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 the service Unknown Radio ID not known should only be if hardware failure If this...

Page 336: ...dio DVD system Before You Drive The RSE is designed for rear seat passengers only The driver cannot safely view the video screen while driving and should not try to do so In severe or extreme weather conditions the RSE system may or may not work until the temperature is within the operating range The operating range for the RSE system is above 4 F 20 C or below 140 F 60 C If the temperature of you...

Page 337: ...e in before Parental Control was turned on and if the padlock icon is on the display it will disappear Parental Control is also turned off by inserting or ejecting a disc by pressing the play icon on the radio DVD display menu or when the ignition is turned off Headphones The RSE includes two 2 channel wireless headphones that are dedicated to this system These headphones are used to listen to med...

Page 338: ...lly turn off after four hours of continuous use To adjust the volume on the headphones use the volume control located on the right side For optimal audio performance the headphones must be worn correctly The symbol L Left will appear on the upper left side above the ear pad and should be positioned on the left ear The symbol R Right will appear on the upper right side above the ear pad and should ...

Page 339: ... remove the batteries and keep them in a cool dry place Audio Video A V Jacks The A V jacks located on the rear of the floor console allow audio or video signals to be connected from an auxiliary device such as a camcorder or a video game unit to the RSE system Adapter connectors or cables may be required to connect the auxiliary device to the A V jacks Refer to the manufacturer s instructions for...

Page 340: ...ure do the following 1 Press the display menu button on the remote control 2 Use the remote control menu navigation arrows and the enter button to use the setup menu 3 Press the display menu button again to remove the setup menu from the screen Audio Output Audio from the DVD player or auxiliary inputs may be heard through the following possible sources Wireless Headphones Vehicle Speakers Vehicle...

Page 341: ...ted on the RSE overhead console 2 Rotate the screen to the desired position When the video screen is not in use push it up into its locked position If a DVD is playing and the screen is raised to its locked position the screen will remain on this is normal and the DVD will continue to play through the previous audio source Use the remote control power button or eject the disc to turn off the scree...

Page 342: ...an be used to turn on the video screen display and start the disc The radio can also turn on the video screen display See Radio with CD and DVD MP3 on page 309 for more information Notice Storing the remote control in a hot area or in direct sunlight may damage it and the repairs will not be covered by your warranty Keep the remote control stored in a cool dry place Remote Control Buttons O Power ...

Page 343: ...rent active menu and return to the previous menu This button will operate only when the display menu or a DVD menu is active c Stop Press this button to stop playing rewinding or fast forwarding a DVD Press this button twice to return to the beginning of the DVD s Play Pause Press this button to start playing a DVD Press this button while a DVD is playing to pause it Press it again to continue pla...

Page 344: ...sing a DVD audio or CD release the fast reverse button This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews Fast Forward Press this button to fast forward the DVD or CD To stop fast forwarding a DVD video press the play button To stop fast forwarding a DVD audio or CD release the fast forward button This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyrigh...

Page 345: ...meric selection to clear all numeric inputs 10 Double Digit Entries Press this button to select chapter or track numbers greater than nine Press this button before entering the number Battery Replacement To change the remote control batteries do the following 1 Remove the battery compartment door located on the bottom of the remote control 2 Replace the two batteries in the compartment Make sure t...

Page 346: ...mes at the beginning If the stop button was pressed one time the DVD player will resume playing where the DVD was stopped If the stop button was pressed two times the DVD player will begin to play from the beginning of the DVD Problem Recommended Action The auxiliary source is running but there is no picture or sound Check that the RSE video screen is in the auxiliary source mode Check the auxilia...

Page 347: ... displayed if no disc is present when the EJECT button is pressed on the radio DVD Distortion Video distortion may occur when operating cellular phones scanners CB radios Global Position Systems GPS two way radios mobile fax or walkie talkies It may be necessary to turn off the DVD player when operating one of these devices in or near the vehicle Excludes the OnStar System Cleaning the RSE Overhea...

Page 348: ... You can operate the RSA functions even when the main radio is off Audio can be heard through wired headphones not included plugged into the jacks on the RSA If your vehicle has this feature audio can also be heard on Channel 2 of the wireless headphones The audio system mutes the rear speakers when the RSA audio is active through the headphones P Power Press this button to turn RSA on and off Vol...

Page 349: ...ith some radios if the front seat passengers are listening to the disc When a DVD video menu is being displayed press the seek up arrow or seek down arrow to perform a cursor up or down on the menu Hold the seek up arrow or seek down arrow to perform a cursor right or left on the menu PROG Program Press this button to go to the next preset radio station or channel set on the main radio This functi...

Page 350: ...d light indicates that THEFTLOCK is armed With THEFTLOCK activated the radio will not operate if stolen Audio Steering Wheel Controls If your vehicle has audio steering wheel controls they may differ depending on your vehicle s options Some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel They include the following xw Next Previous Press the up or the down arrow to go to the next or to the pre...

Page 351: ... your vehicle also has the navigation system press and hold this button for longer than one second to initiate voice recognition and say OnStar to enter OnStar mode See the OnStar System on page 156 in this manual for more information SRCE Source Press this button to switch between the radio AM FM XM if equipped CD and if your vehicle has these features DVD front auxiliary and rear auxiliary e e V...

Page 352: ...ldings or hills can interfere with FM signals causing the sound to fade in and out XM Satellite Radio Service XM Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception from coast to coast in the 48 contiguous United States and in Canada Just as with FM tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals causing the sound to fade in and out In addition traveling or standing under heav...

Page 353: ...become slightly bent straighten it out by hand If the mast is badly bent replace it Check occasionally to make sure the mast is still tightened to its base If tightening is required tighten by hand then with a wrench one quarter turn XM Satellite Radio Antenna System The XM Satellite Radio antenna is located on the roof of your vehicle Keep this antenna clear of snow and ice build up for clear rad...

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Page 355: ...ight 390 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 392 City Driving 395 Freeway Driving 396 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 398 Highway Hypnosis 399 Hill and Mountain Roads 400 Winter Driving 402 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 406 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 407 Recovery Hooks 408 Loading Your Vehicle 409 Truck Camper Loading Information 414 Towing 415 Towing Your Vehicle 415 Recreat...

Page 356: ... pedestrians or other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do and be ready Rear end collisions are about the most preventable of accidents Yet they are common Allow enough following distance Defensive driving requires that a driver concentrate on the driving task Anything that distracts from the driving task makes proper defensive driving more difficult and...

Page 357: ...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 358: ... 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 359: ...t answer What if there is an emergency a need to take sudden action as when a child darts into the street A person with even a moderate BAC might not be able to react quickly enough to avoid the collision There is something else about drinking and driving that many people do not know Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse especially injuries to the b...

Page 360: ...o push on the brake pedal That is perception time Then you have to bring up your foot and do it That is reaction time Average reaction time is about three fourths of a second But that is only an average It might be less with one driver and as long as two or three seconds or more with another Age physical condition alertness coordination and eyesight all play a part So do alcohol drugs and frustrat...

Page 361: ...p it may take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Adding non GM accessories can affect your vehicle s performance See Accessories and Modifications on page 440 Anti Lock Brake System ABS Your vehicle has the Anti Lock Brake System ABS an advanced electronic braking system that will help prevent a braking skid When you start your engine and begin to drive away ABS will check i...

Page 362: ...eels is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels ABS can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As you brake your computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and con...

Page 363: ...feature it can give you additional traction on snow mud ice sand or gravel It works like a standard axle most of the time but when one of the rear wheels has no traction and the other does this feature will allow the wheel with traction to move the vehicle StabiliTrak System Your vehicle may be equipped with the StabiliTrak system which combines antilock brake traction and stability control system...

Page 364: ...5 seconds and then turn it back on again to reset the system If any of these messages still appear on the Driver Information Center DIC your vehicle should be taken in for service For more information on the DIC messages see Driver Information Center DIC on page 258 The StabiliTrak light will flash on the instrument panel cluster when the system is both on and activated You may also feel or hear t...

Page 365: ... turned off you may still hear system noises as a result of the brake traction control coming on It is recommended to leave the system on for normal driving conditions but it may be necessary to turn the system off if your vehicle is stuck in sand mud ice or snow and you want to rock your vehicle to attempt to free it It may also be necessary to turn off the system when driving in extreme off road...

Page 366: ...xcessively while the StabiliTrak ABS and brake warning lights and the SERVICE STABILITRAK message are displayed you could damage the transfer case The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Reduce engine power and do not spin the wheel s excessively while these lights and this message are displayed The traction control system may activate on dry or rough roads or under conditions such as he...

Page 367: ...a curve depends on the condition of your tires and the road surface the angle at which the curve is banked and your speed While you are in a curve speed is the one factor you can control Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Adding the sudden acceleration can dem...

Page 368: ...es you cannot there is not room That is the time for evasive action steering around the problem Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these First apply your brakes See Braking on page 360 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close...

Page 369: ... edge Then turn your steering wheel to go straight down the roadway Passing The driver of a vehicle about to pass another on a two lane highway waits for just the right moment accelerates moves around the vehicle ahead then goes back into the right lane again A simple maneuver Not necessarily Passing another vehicle on a two lane highway is a potentially dangerous move since the passing vehicle oc...

Page 370: ...ing too closely reduces your area of vision especially if you are following a larger vehicle Also you will not have adequate space if the vehicle ahead suddenly slows or stops Keep back a reasonable distance When it looks like a chance to pass is coming up start to accelerate but stay in the right lane and do not get too close Time your move so you will be increasing speed as the time comes to mov...

Page 371: ...ps you can ease a little to the right Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems brakes steering and acceleration do not have enough friction where the tires meet the road to do what the driver has asked In any emergency do not give up Keep trying to steer and constantly seek an escape route or area of less danger Skidding In a skid a d...

Page 372: ...on the road For safety you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to these conditions It is important to slow down on slippery surfaces because stopping distance will be longer and vehicle control more limited While driving on a surface with reduced traction try your best to avoid sudden steering acceleration or braking including reducing vehicle speed by shifting to a lower gear Any sudde...

Page 373: ...me more ground clearance at the front of your vehicle you can remove the front fascia lower air dam The front fascia lower air dam is held in place by two bolts and 10 snap features The bolts and snap features are accessible from underneath the front fascia The following steps must be performed on the bolts and snap features to remove the air dam 1 Remove the two outboard air dam bolts 2 With a fl...

Page 374: ...area Will you be on someone s private land If so be sure to get the necessary permission Loading Your Vehicle for Off Road Driving CAUTION Cargo on the load floor piled higher than the seatbacks can be thrown forward during a sudden stop You or your passengers could be injured Keep cargo below the top of the seatbacks Unsecured cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when driving over rough te...

Page 375: ...ognize these concerns and urge every off roader to follow these basic rules for protecting the environment Always use established trails roads and areas that have been specially set aside for public off road recreational driving obey all posted regulations Avoid any driving practice that could damage the environment shrubs flowers trees grasses or disturb wildlife This includes wheel spinning brea...

Page 376: ...and close to home before you go into the wilderness Off road driving does require some new and different skills Here is what we mean Tune your senses to different kinds of signals Your eyes for example need to constantly sweep the terrain for unexpected obstacles Your ears need to listen for unusual tire or engine sounds With your arms hands feet and body you will need to respond to vibrations and...

Page 377: ...wheel spinning delayed acceleration poor traction and longer braking distances Surface Obstacles Unseen or hidden obstacles can be hazardous A rock log hole rut or bump can startle you if you are not prepared for them Often these obstacles are hidden by grass bushes snow or even the rise and fall of the terrain itself Here are some things to consider Is the path ahead clear Will the surface textur...

Page 378: ...often takes you up down or across a hill Driving safely on hills requires good judgment and an understanding of what your vehicle can and cannot do There are some hills that simply cannot be driven no matter how well built the vehicle CAUTION Many hills are simply too steep for any vehicle If you drive up them you will stall If you drive down them you cannot control your speed If you drive across ...

Page 379: ...h 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 can safely drive up the hill you need to take some special steps Use a low gear and get a firm grip on the steering wheel Get a smooth start up the hill and try to maintain your speed Do not use more power than you need because you do not wa...

Page 380: ...ould be a drop off embankment cliff or even another vehicle You could be seriously injured or killed As you near the top of a hill slow down and stay alert Q What should I do if my vehicle stalls or is about to stall and I cannot make it up the hill A If this happens there are some things you should do and there are some things you must not do First here is what you should do Push the brake pedal ...

Page 381: ...ing the wheel too far to the left or right will increase the possibility of a rollover Here are some things you must not do if you stall or are about to stall when going up a hill Never attempt to prevent a stall by shifting into NEUTRAL N to rev up the engine and regain forward momentum This will not work Your vehicle will roll backwards very quickly and you could go out of control Instead apply ...

Page 382: ...r case to NEUTRAL when you leave the vehicle Leave it in some gear CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P This is because the NEUTRAL position on the transfer case overrides the transmission You or someone else could be injured If you are going to leave your vehicle set the parking brake and shift the transmission to PARK ...

Page 383: ...nk or even a river bottom with large rocks If you decide you can go down a hill safely then try to keep your vehicle headed straight down and use a low gear This way engine drag can help the brakes and they will not have to do all the work Descend slowly keeping your vehicle under control at all times CAUTION Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakes to overheat and fade This coul...

Page 384: ...ght down Never go downhill with the transmission in NEUTRAL N This is called free wheeling The brakes will have to do all the work and could overheat and fade Q Am I likely to stall when going downhill A It is much more likely to happen going uphill But if it happens going downhill here is what to do 1 Stop your vehicle by applying the regular brakes Apply the parking brake 2 Shift to PARK P and w...

Page 385: ...he much more narrow track width the distance between the left and right wheels may not prevent the vehicle from tilting and rolling over Also driving across an incline puts more weight on the downhill wheels This could cause a downhill slide or a rollover Surface conditions can be a problem when you drive across a hill Loose gravel muddy spots or even wet grass can cause the tires to slip sideways...

Page 386: ...jured or killed If you have any doubt about the steepness of the incline do not drive across it Find another route instead Q What if I am driving across an incline that is not too steep but I hit some loose gravel and start to slide downhill What should I do A If you feel your vehicle starting to slide sideways turn downhill This should help straighten out the vehicle and prevent the side slipping...

Page 387: ...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 388: ...e sand is On loosely packed sand such as on beaches or sand dunes the 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 hav...

Page 389: ...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 only...

Page 390: ...to the Maintenance Schedule for additional information Driving at Night Night driving is more dangerous than day driving One reason is that some drivers are likely to be impaired by alcohol or drugs with night vision problems or by fatigue Here are some tips on night driving Drive defensively Do not drink and drive Adjust the inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you Sin...

Page 391: ...hen you are faced with severe glare as from a driver who does not lower the high beams or a vehicle with misaimed headlamps slow down a little Avoid staring directly into the approaching headlamps Keep the windshield and all the glass on your vehicle clean inside and out Glare at night is made much worse by dirt on the glass Even the inside of the glass can build up a film caused by dust Dirty gla...

Page 392: ... dry pavement If your vehicle has four wheel drive see Four Wheel Drive on page 132 for transfer case mode selection The heavier the rain the harder it is to see Even if your windshield wiper blades are in good shape a heavy rain can make it harder to see road signs and traffic signals pavement markings the edge of the road and even people walking It is wise to keep your wiping equipment in good s...

Page 393: ...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 and you are going fast enough When your vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road Hydroplaning does not happen often But it can if your tires do not have much tread or if the pressure in one or more is low It can happen if a lot of water i...

Page 394: ... your vehicle can be carried away CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 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 la...

Page 395: ...ity 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 396 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 396: ...way as a passing lane At the entrance there is usually a ramp that leads to the freeway If you have 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 ...

Page 397: ...pect to move slightly slower at night When you want to leave the freeway move to the proper lane well in advance If you miss your exit do not under any circumstances stop and back up Drive on to the next exit The exit ramp can be curved sometimes quite sharply The exit speed is usually posted Reduce your speed according to your speedometer not to your sense of motion After driving for any distance...

Page 398: ...ps all across North America They will be ready and willing to help if you need it Here are some things you can check before a trip Windshield Washer Fluid Is the reservoir full Are all windows clean inside and outside Wiper Blades Are they in good shape Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids Have you checked all levels Lamps Are they all working Are the lenses clean Tires They are vitally important to a saf...

Page 399: ...Do not let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second and you could crash and be injured What can you do about highway hypnosis First be aware that it can happen Then here are some tips Make sure your vehicle is well ventilated with a comfortably cool interior Keep your eyes moving Scan the road ahead and to the sides Check your mirrors and your instruments f...

Page 400: ...oad Driving on page 373 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 401: ... 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 402: ...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 403: ...n smooth ice packed blowing or loose snow drive with caution StabiliTrak will improve your ability to accelerate when driving on a slippery road But you can turn StabiliTrak off if you ever need to See StabiliTrak System on page 363 and If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 406 Even with StabiliTrak you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions Under ...

Page 404: ...roads are clear If you see a patch of ice ahead of you brake before you are on it Try not to brake while you are actually on the ice and avoid sudden steering maneuvers If You Are Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow you could be in a serious situation You should probably stay with your vehicle unless you know for sure that you are near help and you can hike through the snow Here ...

Page 405: ...e base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind This will help keep CO out Run your engine only as long as you must This saves fuel When you run the engine make it go a little faster than just idle That is push th...

Page 406: ...es every half hour or so until help comes If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck you will need to spin the wheels but you do not want to spin your wheels too fast The method known as rocking can help you get out when you are stuck but you must use caution CAUTION If you let your vehicle s tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or ...

Page 407: ...our Wheel High Turn the StabiliTrak System off See StabiliTrak System on page 363 Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear spinning the wheels as little as possible Release the accelerator pedal while you shift and press lightly on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is in gear By slowly spinning the wheels in the forward and reverse directions you will cause a rockin...

Page 408: ...f and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back Notice Never use recovery hooks to tow the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty Your vehicle has recovery hooks at the front of the vehicle You may need to use them if you are stuck off road and need to be pulled to some place where you can continue driving 408 ...

Page 409: ...R 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 Tire and Loading Information Label A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the center pillar B pillar With the d...

Page 410: ...engers 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 6...

Page 411: ...pant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 700 lbs 317 kg Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 5 750 lbs 136 kg C Available Cargo Weight 250 lbs 113 kg Example 1 Example 2 411 ...

Page 412: ...sitions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Tire Label A vehicle specific Certification Tire label is attached to the rear edge of the driver s door The label shows the size of your vehicle s original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain the gross weight capacity of your vehicle This is called Gross V...

Page 413: ...into the passenger area injuring you and others If you put things in the bed of your truck you should make sure they are properly secured CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the 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 yo...

Page 414: ... a seat folded down unless you need to There is also important loading information for off road driving in this manual See Loading Your Vehicle for Off Road Driving under Off Road Driving on page 373 Add On Equipment When you carry removable items you may need to put a limit on how many people you can carry inside your vehicle Be sure to weigh your vehicle before you buy and install the new equipm...

Page 415: ...e with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly With the proper preparation and equipment many vehicles can be towed in these ways See Dinghy Towing and Dolly Towing following Here are some important things to consider before you do recreational vehicle towing What s the towing capacity of the towing vehicle Be sure you read the tow vehicle manufacturer s recommendat...

Page 416: ...ls on the ground Two wheel drive vehicles should not be towed with all four wheels on the ground Two wheel drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed Four Wheel Drive Vehicles Use the following procedure to tow your vehicle 1 Shift the transmission to PARK P 2 Turn the engine off but leave the ignition on 3 Firmly set the parking brake 4 Securely attach the v...

Page 417: ...attached to the towing vehicle Dolly Towing Front Towing Front Wheels Off the Ground Two Wheel Drive Vehicles Notice If you tow a two wheel drive vehicle with the rear wheels on the ground the transmission could be damaged The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Never tow your vehicle with the rear wheels on the ground Two wheel drive vehicles should not be towed with the rear wheels on ...

Page 418: ... P 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 on page 138 6 Shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL N See Four Wheel Drive on page 132 for the proper procedure to select the neutral position for your vehicle 7 Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the towing ve...

Page 419: ... steps 5 Release the parking brake only after the vehicle being towed is firmly attached to the tow vehicle 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 your vehicle from the rear 1 Drive th...

Page 420: ...ng Level Control The self adjusting rear suspension may come as part of the premium smooth ride suspension package This type of level control will provide a leveled riding position as well as improved handling under a variety of passenger and loading conditions A hydraulic pump inside each rear shock absorber raises the rear of the vehicle to the proper height based on inputs from the road surface...

Page 421: ...pairs not covered by your warranty To pull a trailer correctly follow the advice in this part and see your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle To identify the trailering capacity of your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section Trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself Trailering...

Page 422: ...le is driven Your engine axle or other parts could be damaged Then during the first 500 miles 800 km that you tow a trailer don t drive over 50 mph 80 km h and don t make starts at full throttle This helps your engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads You can tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the transmission to THIRD 3 or if necessary a lower gear selection if the tr...

Page 423: ... weight is at least 75 percent of the vehicle s Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR See Weight of the Trailer later in this section Press the button at the end of the shift lever to enable disable the tow haul mode A light on the instrument panel will illuminate to indicate that tow haul mode has been selected The vehicle will automatically turn off tow haul every time it is started Driving with ...

Page 424: ...t has all the required trailering equipment The weight of additional optional equipment passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight Use the following chart to determine how much your vehicle can weigh based upon your vehicle model and options Notice Using a fifth wheel or goose neck hitch device on your vehicle could damage the vehicle The repairs wou...

Page 425: ...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 write us at the address listed in your Warranty and Owner Assistance Information Booklet In Canada write to General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Commun...

Page 426: ...cle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle on page 409 for more information about your vehicle s maximum load capacity The trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B up to a maximum of 600 lbs 272 kg with a weight carrying hitch The trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight B...

Page 427: ...495 kg 2 800 lbs 1 270 kg at the front axle and 2 700 lbs 1 225 kg at the rear axle It has a GVWR of 7 200 lbs 3 266 kg a RGAWR of 4 000 lbs 1 814 kg and a GCWR Gross Combination Weight Rating of 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg The trailer rating should be You can expect tongue weight to be at least 10 percent of trailer weight 850 lbs 386 kg and because the weight is applied well behind the rear axle the eff...

Page 428: ... lbs 454 kg to avoid exceeding GVWR But you must still consider the effect on the rear axle Because your rear axle now weighs 3 100 lbs 1 406 kg you can only put 900 lbs 408 kg on the rear axle without exceeding RGAWR The effect of tongue weight is about 1 5 times the actual weight Dividing the 900 lbs 408 kg by 1 5 leaves you with being able to handle only 600 lbs 272 kg of tongue weight Since to...

Page 429: ... a weight distributing hitch make sure you don t go over the rear axle limit before you apply the weight distributing spring bars Hitches It s important to have the correct hitch equipment Crosswinds large trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why you ll need the right hitch Weight Distributing Hitches and Weight Carrying Hitches When using a weight distributing hitch the hitch must be...

Page 430: ...structions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintain them properly Since your vehicle is equipped with the StabiliTrak system your trailer brake system cannot tap into the vehicle s hydraulic brake system Driving with a Trailer Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Before setting out for the open road you ll want to get to know your rig Acquaint you...

Page 431: ...rp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering When you re turning with a trailer make wider turns than normal Do this so your trailer won t strike soft shoulders curbs road signs trees or other objects Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers Signal well in advance Turn Signals When Towing a...

Page 432: ...will boil at a lower temperature than at higher altitudes If you turn your engine off immediately after towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades your vehicle may show signs similar to engine overheating To avoid this let the engine run while parked preferably on level ground with the automatic transmission in PARK P for a few minutes before turning the engine off If you do get the overheat w...

Page 433: ...he shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure your vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground use the steps that follow Always put the shift lever fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set If the transfer case on fou...

Page 434: ...r Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See the Maintenance Schedule for more on this Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engine oil axle lubricant belts cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If you re trailer...

Page 435: ...lamps White Ground Light Green Back up Lamps Red Battery Feed Dark Blue Trailer Brake If you are charging a remote non vehicle battery press the tow haul mode button located at the end of the shift lever This will boost the vehicle system voltage and properly charge the battery If the trailer is too light for tow haul mode you can turn on the headlamps as a second way to boost the vehicle system a...

Page 436: ... center Trailer Recommendations You must subtract your hitch loads from the Cargo Weight Rating CWR CWR is the maximum weight of the load your vehicle can carry It doesn t include the weight of the people inside but you can figure about 150 lbs 68 kg for each seat The total cargo load must not be more than your vehicles CWR Weigh your vehicle with your trailer attached so that you won t go over th...

Page 437: ...ent Overview 452 Engine Oil 454 Engine Oil Life System 457 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 459 Automatic Transmission Fluid 462 Engine Coolant 465 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 468 Engine Overheating 468 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 471 Cooling System 472 Engine Fan Noise 477 Power Steering Fluid 477 Windshield Washer Fluid 478 Brakes 480 Battery 483 Jump Starting 484 Rear Axle 490 Four...

Page 438: ...ire and Tools 527 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 532 Secondary Latch System 539 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 542 Spare Tire 545 Appearance Care 546 Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle 546 Fabric Carpet 548 Leather 549 Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces 549 Care of Safety Belts 550 Weatherstrips 550 Washing Your Vehicle 550 Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lens...

Page 439: ... System 557 Add On Electrical Equipment 557 Windshield Wiper Fuses 557 Power Windows and Other Power Options 557 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 558 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 558 Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block 560 Underhood Fuse Block 561 Capacities and Specifications 566 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care 439 ...

Page 440: ...and safety including such things as airbags braking stability ride and handling emissions systems aerodynamics durability and electronic systems like anti lock brakes traction control 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 ca...

Page 441: ...attempt any vehicle maintenance task CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and other fasteners English and metric fasteners can be easily confused If you use the 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 serv...

Page 442: ...ntain optimum vehicle performance GM recommends the use of gasoline advertised as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline The 8th digit of your Vehicle Identification Number VIN shows the code letter or number that identifies your engine You will find the VIN at the top left of the instrument panel See Vehicle Identification Number VIN on page 556 If your vehicle has the 5 3L V8 engine VIN Code 0 or the 5 3L ...

Page 443: ...General Motors recommends against the use of gasolines containing MMT See Additives on page 444 for additional information California Fuel If your vehicle is certified to meet California Emissions Standards it is designed to operate on fuels that meet California specifications See the underhood emission control label If this fuel is not available in states adopting California emissions standards y...

Page 444: ...that is advertised as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Also your GM dealer has additives that will help correct and prevent most deposit related problems Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol and reformulated gasolines may be available in your area General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines if they comply with the specifications described earlier However E85 85 ethanol ...

Page 445: ...ion Number VIN shows the code letter or number that identifies your engine You will find the VIN at the top left of the instrument panel See Vehicle Identification Number VIN on page 556 If your vehicle has the 5 3L V8 engine Code 0 or the 5 3L V8 engine Code 3 you may use either regular unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85 ethanol E85 also see Fuel on page 442 In all other engine...

Page 446: ...ed properly for your climate according to ASTM specification D 5798 If you have trouble starting on E85 it may be because your E85 fuel is not properly formulated for your climate If this happens switching to gasoline or adding gasoline to your fuel tank may improve starting For good starting and heater efficiency below 32 F 0 C the fuel mix in the fuel tank should contain no more than 70 ethanol ...

Page 447: ...uel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered under your warranty 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 Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel C...

Page 448: ...terials 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 If the vehicle has E85 fuel capability a yellow cap with the words E85 or gasoline can be seen To remove the f...

Page 449: ... Make sure the cap is fully installed The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 250 The TIGHTEN GAS CAP message will be displayed on the Driver Information Center DIC if the fuel cap is not properly installed See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 269 for...

Page 450: ... fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do not smoke while pumping gasoline Checking Things Under the Hood CAUTION An electric fan under the hood can start up and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Things t...

Page 451: ... vehicle and locate the secondary hood release near the center of the grille 3 Push the secondary hood release to the right 4 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then bring the hood from full open to within 6 inches 152 mm from the closed position pause then push the front center of the hood with a swift firm motion to fully close the hood 451 ...

Page 452: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 5 3L engine 6 0L similar here is what you will see 452 ...

Page 453: ...page 454 G Automatic Transmission Dipstick See Checking the Fluid Level under Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 462 H Remote Negative Terminal Out of View See Jump Starting on page 484 I Engine Oil Dipstick Out of View See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 454 J Engine Cooling Fan See Cooling System on page 472 K Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 477 L B...

Page 454: ... fuel In order to get an accurate reading the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop See Engine Compartment Overview on page 452 for the location of the engine oil dipstick 1 Turn off the engine and give the oil several minutes to drain back into the oil pan If you do not do this the oil dipstick might not show the actual level 2 Pu...

Page 455: ...see Capacities and Specifications on page 566 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 452 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 Pus...

Page 456: ...tarburst 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 sho...

Page 457: ...il life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it will indicate that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will come on See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 269 Change your oil as soon as possible within the next 600 miles 1 000 km It is possible that if you are driving ...

Page 458: ... message comes back on when you start your vehicle the Engine Oil Life System has not reset Repeat the procedure 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 properly dispose of clothin...

Page 459: ... vehicles without an air filter restriction indicator inspect the air cleaner filter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it at the first oil change after each 50 000 mile 83 000 km interval See Scheduled Maintenance on page 573 for more information If you are driving in dusty dirty conditions inspect the filter at each engine oil change How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter Vehicles...

Page 460: ...eaner filter removed lightly shake it to release loose dust and dirt If the engine air cleaner filter remains caked with dirt a new filter is required Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner Filter and Resetting the Air Filter Restriction Indicator 1 Locate the air cleaner filter assembly See Engine Compartment Overview on page 452 2 Loosen the four screws on the cover of the housing and lift up the cove...

Page 461: ...n the screws 7 Reset the air filter restriction indicator if the vehicle has one by pressing the top button on the indicator CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires If it is not there and the engine backfires you could be burned Do not drive with it off ...

Page 462: ... to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick Notice Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts starting a fire Too little fluid could cause the transmission to overheat Be sure to get an accurate reading if you check your transmission ...

Page 463: ... C or more 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 ...

Page 464: ...pe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it back out again 3 Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level The fluid level must be in the COLD area below the cross hatched area for a cold check or in the HOT or cross hatched area for a hot check Be sure to keep the dipstick pointed down to get an accurate reading 4 If the flui...

Page 465: ...one pint 0 5 L Do not overfill Notice Use of the incorrect automatic transmission fluid may damage your vehicle and the damages may not be covered by your warranty Always use the automatic transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 584 After adding fluid recheck the fluid level as described under How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid earlier in this section When the...

Page 466: ...e covered by your warranty Always use DEX COOL silicate free coolant in your vehicle What to Use Use a mixture of one half clean drinkable water and one half DEX COOL coolant which will not damage aluminum parts If you use this coolant mixture you do not need to add anything else CAUTION Adding only plain water to your cooling system can be dangerous Plain water or some other liquid such as alcoho...

Page 467: ...n page 584 for more information Checking Coolant The coolant surge tank is located in the engine compartment on the passenger s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 452 for more information on location CAUTION Turning the surge tank pressure cap when the engine and radiator are hot can allow steam and scalding liquids to blow out and burn you badly Never turn the surge tank ...

Page 468: ...not tightly installed coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured The coolant surge tank pressure cap must be fully installed on the coolant surge tank See Engine Compartment Overview on page 452 for more information on location Engine Overheating You will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle s instrument panel See Engine Coolant Tem...

Page 469: ...ne is overheated the liquids in it can catch fire You or others could be badly burned Stop your engine if it overheats and get out of the vehicle until the engine is cool See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 471 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice If your engine catches fire because you keep driving with no coolant your vehicle can be badly damaged ...

Page 470: ...et the ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE or the ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE message with no sign of steam try this for a minute or so 1 If you have an air conditioner and it is on turn it off 2 Turn on your heater to full hot at the highest fan speed and open the windows as necessary 3 In heavy traffic let the engine idle in NEUTRAL N while stopped If it is safe to do so pull off the road shift to P...

Page 471: ...t service help right away Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode If an overheated engine condition exists and the REDUCED ENGINE POWER message is displayed an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage In this mode you will notice a loss in power and engine performance This operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in...

Page 472: ...p and injure you even when the engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling do not do anything else until it cools down If possible the vehicle should be parked on a level surface Check the coolant level after the system cools down Some amount of coolant may be lost due to overheating 5 3L Engine 6 ...

Page 473: ... an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 471 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL may cause premature engine heater core or radiator corrosi...

Page 474: ...ure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant on page 465 for more information If no coolant is visible in the surge tank add coolant as follows CAUTION Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly They are under pressure and if you turn the coolant surge tank pressure cap even a little they can come out at high speed Never turn the cap when the coolin...

Page 475: ...L coolant Notice In cold weather water can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts Use the recommended coolant and the proper coolant mixture CAUTION You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine 1 You can remove the coolant surge tank pres...

Page 476: ...t surge tank pressure cap off start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FULL COLD mark 476 ...

Page 477: ...ide temperatures or if you are operating your air conditioning system the fans may change to high speed and you may hear an increase in fan noise This is normal and indicates that the cooling system is functioning properly The fans will change to low speed when additional cooling is no longer required Power Steering Fluid See Engine Compartment Overview on page 452 for reservoir location When to C...

Page 478: ...t the FULL COLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 584 Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer...

Page 479: ...ew on page 452 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 w...

Page 480: ...ot 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 it can spill on the engine The fluid will burn if the engine ...

Page 481: ...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 482: ... brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates may cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with your brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to GM...

Page 483: ...f 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 452 for battery location Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and le...

Page 484: ...our vehicle that would not be covered by your warranty Trying to start your vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work and it could damage your vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice If the other vehicle s system is not a 12 volt system with a negative ground both vehicles can be damaged Only use vehicles with 12 volt systems with ...

Page 485: ...ting your vehicle 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or the accessory power outlets Turn off the radio and all the lamps that are not needed This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save the radio 4 Open the hood on the other vehicle and locate the positive and negative terminal locations on that vehicl...

Page 486: ... of the remote positive and remote negative terminals CAUTION An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light CAUTION Continued...

Page 487: ...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 get a shock The vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive or to a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Negative will go ...

Page 488: ...ead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to the remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable to the remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it will not start a...

Page 489: ...cles do the following 1 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle that had the bad battery 2 Disconnect the black negative cable from the vehicle with the good battery 3 Disconnect the red positive cable from the vehicle with the good battery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle 5 Return the remote positive terminal cover if equipped to its original position Jumper...

Page 490: ...s just been driven before checking the fluid level it may appear lower than normal because fluid has traveled out along the axle tubes and has not drained back to the sump area Therefore a reading taken five minutes after the vehicle has been driven will appear to have a lower fluid level than a vehicle that has been stationary for an hour or two Remember that the rear axle assembly must be suppor...

Page 491: ...s There are two additional systems that need lubrication Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check transfer case fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss could indicate a problem Have it inspected and repaired How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface If the level is below ...

Page 492: ...bricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 584 Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check front axle fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise A fluid loss could indicate a problem Have it inspected and repaired How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface A Fill Pl...

Page 493: ...o use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 584 Headlamp Aiming The vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aiming system The aim of the headlamps have been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment However if the vehicle is damaged in an accident the aim of the headlamps may be affected and adjustment may be necessary If oncoming vehicles flash their high beams at you this...

Page 494: ...d while headlamp aiming is being performed The vehicle should be normally loaded with a full tank of fuel and one person or 160 lbs 75 kg sitting on the driver s seat Tires should be properly inflated The spare tire is in its proper location in the vehicle Headlamp aiming is done with the vehicle s low beam headlamps The high beam headlamps will be correctly aimed if the low beam headlamps are aim...

Page 495: ...ut off when aiming Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat build up which may cause damage to the headlamp 6 Turn on the low beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the headlamp not being adjusted This allows only the beam of light from the headlamp being adjusted to be seen on the flat surface 7 Locate the vertical headlamp aiming screws which are under the ho...

Page 496: ... correct headlamp aim The lamp on the right B shows the incorrect headlamp aim 10 Repeat Steps 7 through 9 for the opposite headlamp Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Replacement Bulbs on page 499 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 you drop or scr...

Page 497: ...Turn Signal Taillamp D Sidemarker Lamp To replace one of these bulbs do the following 1 Open the tailgate See Tailgate on page 113 for more information 2 Remove the two screws from the taillamp assembly 3 Pull the taillamp assembly rearward until you disengage the outer pins on the taillamp assembly from the vehicle 497 ...

Page 498: ...ocket and insert the bulb socket into the taillamp assembly Turn the bulb socket clockwise into the taillamp assembly until it clicks 7 Reinstall the taillamp assembly making sure to line up the pins with the vehicle License Plate Lamp To replace one of these bulbs do the following 1 Reach under the rear bumper for the bulb socket 2 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull the bulb socket ou...

Page 499: ...mp 194 For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking See Scheduled Maintenance on page 573 Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways To replace the wiper blade assembly do the following 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm connector away from the windshield ...

Page 500: ...mal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 586 Tires Your new vehicle comes with high quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service see your GM Warranty booklet for details For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer s booklet included with your vehicle 500 ...

Page 501: ...icle s tires are cold See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 509 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Worn old tires can cause accidents If the tire s tread is badly worn or if your vehicle s tires have been damaged replace them 20 Inch Tires If your...

Page 502: ...igned to GM s specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines C DOT Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards D Tire Identification Number TIN The...

Page 503: ...520 G Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load For information on recommended tire pressure see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 509 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 409 A Tire Size The tire size code is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire s width height aspect ratio construction type an...

Page 504: ...on DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety Standards E Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number TIN The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code tire size and date the tire was manufactured The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire although only one side...

Page 505: ...tion B Tire Width The three digit number indicates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A two digit number that indicates the tire height to width measurements For example if the tire size aspect ratio is 75 as shown in item C of the light truck LT Metric tire illustration it would mean that the tire s sidewall is 75 percent as high as it is wide D Constru...

Page 506: ... reinforcing materials Bead The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim Bias Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the plies are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure in a tire measured in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascals kPa before a tire has built up heat from ...

Page 507: ...maximum air pressure is molded onto the sidewall Maximum Load Rating The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight The sum of curb weight accessory weight vehicle capacity weight and production options weight Normal Occupant Weight The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 lbs 68 kg See Loading You...

Page 508: ...t 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 517 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire s traction temperature and treadwear Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using government testing procedures The ratings are molded into the sidewal...

Page 509: ...Loading Information label is attached to the vehicle s center pillar B pillar below the driver s door lock post striker This label lists your vehicle s original equipment tires and their recommended cold tire inflation pressures 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 a...

Page 510: ...low add air until you reach the recommended amount If you overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve Recheck the tire pressure with the tire gage Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture Tire Pressure Monitor System The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS uses radio and sensor techno...

Page 511: ...eather conditions that the tire pressure monitor light located on the instrument panel cluster and the CHECK TIRE PRESSURE message will appear when the vehicle is first started and then turn off as you start to drive the vehicle This could be an early indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and need to be inflated to the proper pressure Each tire including the spare if provided should be...

Page 512: ...icator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfunction the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start ups as long as the malfunction exists When the malfunction indicator is illuminated the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as int...

Page 513: ... rotate your vehicle s tires or replace one or more of the TPMS sensors the identification codes will need to be matched to the new tire wheel position The sensors are matched to the tire wheel positions in the following order driver s side front tire passengers side front tire passengers side rear tire and driver s side rear tire using a TPMS diagnostic tool See your GM dealer for service The TPM...

Page 514: ...orn chirp sounds The horn chirp which make take up to 30 seconds to sound confirms that the sensor identification code has been matched to this tire and wheel position To decrease air pressure out of a tire you can use the pointed end of the valve cap a pencil style air pressure gage or a key 7 Proceed to the passenger s side front tire and repeat the procedure in Step 6 8 Proceed to the passenger...

Page 515: ...e that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 5 000 to 8 000 miles 8 000 to 13 000 km Any time you notice unusual wear rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment Also check for damage...

Page 516: ...rotation See TPMS Sensor Identification Codes under Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 510 Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 566 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...

Page 517: ...wear indicators You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true You can see the indicators at three or more places around the tire You can see cord or fabric showing through the tire s rubber The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split The tire has a puncture cut or other damage that cannot be repaired well b...

Page 518: ...r is molded onto the tire s sidewall by the tire manufacturer If the tires have an all season tread design the TPC spec number will be followed by an MS for mud and snow See Tire Sidewall Labeling on page 502 for additional information CAUTION Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving If you mix tires of different sizes brands or types radial and bias belted tires the vehicle may ...

Page 519: ...nal tires Vehicles that have a tire pressure monitoring system may give an inaccurate low pressure warning if non TPC spec rated tires are installed on your vehicle Non TPC Spec rated tires may give a low pressure warning that is higher or lower than the proper warning level you would get with TPC Spec rated tires See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 510 Your vehicle s original equipment tires...

Page 520: ... for your vehicle and have them properly installed by a GM certified technician See Buying New Tires on page 518 and Accessories and Modifications on page 440 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 info...

Page 521: ...he relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction AA A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under ...

Page 522: ...ive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing will not be necessary on a regular basis However if you notice unusua...

Page 523: ...res lose air and make you lose control You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Notice The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassi...

Page 524: ...nued CAUTION Continued To help avoid damage to your vehicle drive slowly readjust or remove the device if it is contacting your vehicle and do not spin your vehicle s wheels If you do find traction devices that will fit install them on the rear tires Notice If your vehicle has P265 70R17 size tires use tire chains only where legal and only when you must Use chains that are the proper size for your...

Page 525: ...id 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 526: ...he vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in PARK P 3 If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in NEUTRAL CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 4 Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised 5 Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle 6 Put the wheel blocks at the front and rear of the tire ...

Page 527: ... Tools The jack and the wheel blocks are located under a cover near the passenger side rear seat To remove the jack and wheel blocks do the following 1 Remove the jack cover by turning the two wing nuts one quarter turn counterclockwise and pulling the jack cover off Rear Seat Passenger Side Jack Cover 527 ...

Page 528: ...blocks A attached to the jack E by turning the wing nut C counterclockwise Place the wheel blocks where needed as indicated in previously in this section The tools for changing a flat tire are located in the passenger s side top box storage unit To remove the tools do the following 1 Open the top door on the passenger s side top box storage unit Use the ignition door key to unlock it if it is lock...

Page 529: ...lat To access the spare tire refer to the following graphics and instructions A Spare Tire Valve Stem Pointed Down B Hoist Assembly C Hoist Cable D Tire Retainer E Hoist Shaft F Hoist End of Extension Tool G Hoist Shaft Access Hole H Wheel Wrench I Jack Handle Extension J Spare Tire Lock Top Box Storage Unit Passenger s Side 529 ...

Page 530: ... remove the spare tire lock 3 Assemble the two jack handle extensions I and wheel wrench H as shown 4 Insert the open end of the extension F through the hole in the rear bumper G hoist shaft access hole Be sure the hoist end F of the extension connects to the hoist shaft The ribbed square end of the extension is used to lower the spare tire 530 ...

Page 531: ...ground the secondary latch is engaged causing the tire not to lower See Secondary Latch System on page 539 for more information 6 Use the wheel wrench hook that allows you to pull the hoist cable towards you to assist in reaching the spare tire 7 Tilt the tire retainer at the end of the cable when the tire has been lowered so it can be pulled up through the wheel opening 8 Put the spare tire near ...

Page 532: ...ack handle extensions D and the wheel wrench E 1 If your vehicle has wheel nut caps loosen them by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise If the vehicle has a center cap with wheel nut caps the wheel nut caps are designed to stay with the center cap after they are loosened Remove the entire center cap If the wheel has a smooth center cap place the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on t...

Page 533: ...eel nuts Do not remove the wheel nuts yet A Front Position B Rear Position CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack Jacking Locations Overall View 533 ...

Page 534: ...tioned 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 under the vehicle as shown Front Position 534 ...

Page 535: ...e Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to clear the ground Rear Tire Flat If the flat tire is on a rear tire of the vehicle you will need to use the jack handle B and both jack handle extensions C Attach the wheel wrench D to the jack handle extensions C Attach the jack handle B to the jack A Use the jacking pad provided on the rear axle Turn the w...

Page 536: ...eel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off 536 ...

Page 537: ...ighten the wheel nuts until the wheel is held against the hub 10 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the vehicle Lower the jack completely CAUTION Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to come loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get new GM original equip...

Page 538: ...heel cover with attached plastic nuts the plastic nut caps or the smooth center cap If you are reinstalling a wheel cover with attached plastic nuts place it on the wheel and tighten the nuts by hand to get them started Then tighten the nut caps with the wheel wrench until they are snug Do not overtighten the nut caps or they may break If you are reinstalling plastic nut caps tighten the nuts by h...

Page 539: ... instructions Failure to read and follow the instructions could damage the hoist assembly and you and others could get hurt Read and follow the instructions listed next To release the spare tire from the secondary latch do the following 1 Check under the vehicle to see if the cable end is visible If the cable is not visible proceed to Step 6 2 If it is visible first try to tighten the cable by tur...

Page 540: ...rclockwise until approximately 6 inches 15 cm of cable is exposed 6 Stand the wheel blocks on their shortest ends with the backs facing each other 7 Place the bottom edge of the jack A on the wheel blocks B separating them so that the jack is balanced securely 8 Attach the jack handle extension and wheel wrench to the jack and place it with the wheel blocks under the vehicle toward the front of th...

Page 541: ... cable CAUTION Someone standing too close during the procedure could be injured by the jack If the spare tire does not slide off the jack completely make sure no one is behind you or on either side of you as you pull the jack out from under the spare 13 Disconnect the jack handle from the jack and carefully remove the jack with the other hand 14 Use one hand to push against the spare while firmly ...

Page 542: ... To continue changing the flat tire see Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire on page 532 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 f...

Page 543: ...aft F Hoist End of Extension Tool G Hoist Shaft Access Hole H Wheel Wrench I Jack Handle Extension J Spare Tire Lock 1 Put the tire A on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down and to the rear 2 Tilt the tire retainer D downward and through the wheel opening Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel 3 Assemble the two jack handle extens...

Page 544: ...Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice You cannot overtighten the cable 7 Make sure the tire is stored securely Push pull A and then try to turn B the tire If the tire moves use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable 8 Reinstall the spare tire lock 9 Close the hoist shaft access cover 544 ...

Page 545: ...If your vehicle has four wheel drive and the different size spare tire is installed on your vehicle do not drive in four wheel drive until you can have your flat tire repaired and or replaced You could damage your vehicle and the repair costs would not be covered by your warranty Never use four wheel drive when the different size spare tire is installed on your vehicle Your vehicle may have a diff...

Page 546: ...d as quickly as possible Your vehicle s interior may experience extremes of heat that could cause stains to set rapidly Lighter colored interiors may require more frequent cleaning Use care because newspapers and garments that transfer color to your home furnishings may also transfer color to your vehicle s interior When cleaning your vehicle s interior only use cleaners specifically designed for ...

Page 547: ...the following cleaners or techniques Never use a knife or any other sharp object to remove a soil from any interior surface Never use a stiff brush It can cause damage to your vehicle s interior surfaces Never apply heavy pressure or rub aggressively with a cleaning cloth Use of heavy pressure can damage your interior and does not improve the effectiveness of soil removal Use only mild neutral pH ...

Page 548: ...th 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 t...

Page 549: ...leather Instrument Panel Vinyl and Other Plastic Surfaces A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust If a more thorough cleaning is necessary a clean soft cloth dampened 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 ...

Page 550: ...tention 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 V...

Page 551: ...eign 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 subj...

Page 552: ...minum or Chrome Plated Wheels Your vehicle may be equipped with either aluminum or chrome plated wheels Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water Rinse with clean water After rinsing thoroughly dry with a soft clean towel A wax may then be applied Notice If you use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes cleaners brushes or cleaners that contain acid on aluminum or c...

Page 553: ...hat uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes Do not take your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes These brushes can also damage the surface of these wheels Tires To clean the tires use a stiff brush with tire cleaner Notice Using petroleum based tire dressing products on your vehicle may damage the paint finish and or tires When applying a tire ...

Page 554: ...rrosion protection At least every spring flush these materials from the underbody with plain water Clean any areas where mud and debris can collect Dirt packed in close areas of the frame should be loosened before being flushed Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this for you Chemical Paint Spotting Some weather and atmospheric conditions can create a chemical fallout Airborne po...

Page 555: ...me 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 Me...

Page 556: ...s labels 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 follo...

Page 557: ...mpting to add anything electrical to your vehicle see Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 85 Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats due to heavy snow etc the wiper will stop until the motor cools If the overload is caused by some electrical problem and not snow etc be sure to get it fixed Power Wind...

Page 558: ... the identical size and rating If you ever have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette lighter and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage Replace it as soon as you can Instrument Panel Fuse Block The instrument panel fuse block access door i...

Page 559: ...Feature STOP LAMPS Stoplamps Center High Mounted Stoplamp REAR HVAC Rear Climate Controls PDM Passenger Door Module Universal Home Remote System Fuses Usage AUX PWR Accessory Power Outlets IS LPS Interior Lamps UNLCK1 Power Door Lock 1 Unlock Feature OBS DET Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist Power Liftgate LCK1 Power Door Lock 1 Lock Feature REAR WPR Rear Wiper COOLED SEATS Not Used DSM Driver Seat M...

Page 560: ...rument panel to the left of the steering column Top View Harness Connector Usage BODY 2 Body Harness Connector 2 BODY 1 Body Harness Connector 1 BODY 3 Body Harness Connector 3 HEADLINER 3 Headliner Harness Connector 3 HEADLINER 2 Headliner Harness Connector 2 HEADLINER 1 Headliner Harness Connector 1 560 ...

Page 561: ...or Circuit Breaker Usage CB1 Passenger s Side Power Window Circuit Breaker CB2 Passenger s Seat Circuit Breaker CB3 Driver s Seat Circuit Breaker CB4 Not Used Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block is located in the engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle Lift the cover for access to the fuse relay block 561 ...

Page 562: ...To remove fuses hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out 562 ...

Page 563: ...tors Ignition Coils Right Side 14 Transmission Control Module Battery 15 Vehicle Back up Lamps 16 Passenger s Side Low Beam Headlamp Fuses Usage 17 Air Conditioning Compressor 18 Oxygen Sensors 19 Transmission Controls Ignition 20 Fuel Pump 21 Not Used 22 Rear Washer 23 Fuel Injectors Ignition Coils Left Side 24 Trailer Park Lamps 25 Driver s Side Park Lamps 26 Passenger s Side Park Lamps 27 Fog L...

Page 564: ...44 Liftgate Release 45 OnStar Rear Seat Entertainment Display 46 Instrument Panel Cluster 47 Not Used Fuses Usage 48 Not Used 49 Auxiliary Climate Control Ignition Compass Temperature Mirror 50 Rear Defogger 51 Airbag System Battery 52 SEO B1 Upfitter Usage Battery 53 Cigarette Lighter Auxiliary Power Outlet 54 Automatic Level Control Compressor Relay SEO Upfitter Usage 55 Climate Controls Ignitio...

Page 565: ...stem 71 Stud 1 Trailer Connector Battery Power 72 Mid Bussed Electrical Center 1 73 Climate Control Blower 74 Power Liftgate Module 75 Left Bussed Electrical Center 2 Relays Usage FAN HI Cooling Fan High Speed FAN LO Cooling Fan Low Speed ENG EXH VLV Not Used FAN CNTRL Cooling Fan Control HDLP LO HID Low Beam Headlamp FOG LAMP Front Fog Lamps A C CMPRSR Air Conditioning Compressor STRTR Starter PW...

Page 566: ...icle s underhood label Cooling System 5 3L V8 5 3L V8 Flexible Fuel and 6 0L V8 16 8 qt 15 9 L Engine Oil with Filter 5 3L V8 5 3L V8 Flexible Fuel 6 0L V8 6 0 qt 5 7 L Fuel Tank 31 5 gal 119 2 L Transmission Fluid 4 0 qt 3 8 L Transfer Case Fluid 2 0 qt 1 9 L Wheel Nut Torque 140 lb ft 190 Y Oil filter should be changed at every oil change After refill the level must be rechecked Add enough engin...

Page 567: ... Automatic 0 040 in 1 01 mm 5 3L V8 Flexible Fuel with Active Fuel Management Iron 0 Automatic 0 040 in 1 01 mm 5 3L V8 Flexible Fuel with Active Fuel Management Aluminum Block 3 Automatic 0 040 in 1 01 mm 6 0L V8 with Active Fuel Management Y Automatic 0 040 in 1 01 mm 567 ...

Page 568: ... NOTES 568 ...

Page 569: ...uled Maintenance 573 Additional Required Services 576 Maintenance Footnotes 578 Owner Checks and Services 580 At Each Fuel Fill 580 At Least Once a Month 581 At Least Once a Year 581 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 584 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 586 Engine Drive Belt Routing 587 Maintenance Record 588 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule 569 ...

Page 570: ...ary to keep your vehicle in good working condition Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance may not be covered by warranty Your Vehicle and the Environment Proper vehicle maintenance not only helps to keep your vehicle in good working condition but also helps the environment All recommended maintenance is important Improper vehicle maintenance can even affect the quality of the...

Page 571: ...se their vehicles maintenance needs vary You may need more frequent checks and replacements So please read the following and note how you drive If you have any questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition see your GM Goodwrench dealer This schedule is for vehicles that carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits You will find these limits on the Tire and Loading Information lab...

Page 572: ...quipment you should have your GM Goodwrench dealer do these jobs When you go to your GM Goodwrench dealer for your service needs you will know that GM trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM parts If you want to purchase service information see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 610 Owner Checks and Services on page 580 tells you what should ...

Page 573: ...ine 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 Life System on page 457 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message appears cer...

Page 574: ...ed Maintenance Service Maintenance I Maintenance II Change engine oil and filter See Engine Oil on page 454 Reset oil life system See Engine Oil Life System on page 457 An Emission Control Service Lubricate chassis components See footnote Visually check for any leaks or damage See footnote j Inspect engine air cleaner filter or change indicator if equipped If necessary replace filter See Engine Ai...

Page 575: ...ed Perform any needed additional services See Additional Required Services in this section Inspect suspension and steering components See footnote b Inspect engine cooling system See footnote c Inspect wiper blades See footnote d Inspect restraint system components See footnote e Lubricate body components See footnote f Check transmission fluid level and add fluid as needed 575 ...

Page 576: ...00 120 000 100 000 160 000 125 000 200 000 150 000 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Vehicles without a filter restriction indicator Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter on page 459 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter severe service See footnote h Change automatic transmission fluid and filte...

Page 577: ...Inspect evaporative control system An Emission Control Service See footnotes and k Replace spark plugs and inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service Engine cooling system service or every five years whichever occurs first An Emission Control Service See footnote i Inspect engine accessory drive belt An Emission Control Service See footnote m 577 ...

Page 578: ...teering lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Visually check constant velocity joints rubber boots and axle seals for leaks c Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if they are cracked swollen or deteriorated Inspect all pipes fittings and clamps replace with genuine GM parts as needed To help ensure proper operation a pressure test of the cooling system and pr...

Page 579: ...es 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous terrain When doing frequent trailer towing Uses such as found in taxi police or delivery service i Drain flush and refill cooling system This service can be complex you should have your dealer perform this service See Engine Coolant on page 465 for what to use Inspect hoses Clean radiator condenser pressure cap and filler neck Pressure test the coolin...

Page 580: ...rtant to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill Engine Oil Level Check Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary See Engine Oil on page 454 for further details Notice It is important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level Failure to keep your engine oil at the proper level can cause damage to your engine not covered by your warranty Engine Coolan...

Page 581: ...if necessary rotate the tires See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 515 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 138...

Page 582: ...ly if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the ignition to RUN 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 i...

Page 583: ...ssion 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 your GM Goodwrench dealer if service is required Hood Support Gas Strut Service Visually inspect gas strut ...

Page 584: ...Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 465 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hydraulic Brake System Delco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 brake fluid Windshield Washer GM Optikleen Washer Solvent Power Steering System GM Power Steering Fluid GM Part No U S 89021184 in Canada 89021186 Automatic Transmission DEXRON VI Automatic T...

Page 585: ...ubricant Special Lubricant GM Part No U S 12345879 in Canada 10953511 or lubricant meeting requirements of GM 9985830 Usage Fluid Lubricant Hood Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant GM Part No...

Page 586: ...er ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter High Capacity Filter 25313349 A1518C Standard Filter 25313348 A1519C Oil Filter 5 3L V8 5 3L V8 Flexible Fuel 6 0L V8 89017524 PF48 Spark Plugs 5 3L V8 5 3L V8 Flexible Fuel 6 0L V8 12571164 41 985 Wiper Blades ITTA Type Front 21 6 inches 55 0 cm 15284095 Rear 11 8 inches 30 0 cm 15173729 A1518C high capacity air cleaner filter may be substituted 58...

Page 587: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing 587 ...

Page 588: ...vices performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 570 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 580 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 588 ...

Page 589: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 589 ...

Page 590: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 590 ...

Page 591: ...Roadside Assistance Program 598 Courtesy Transportation 602 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 604 Collision Damage Repair 605 Reporting Safety Defects 609 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 609 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 609 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 610 Service Publications Ordering Information 610 Section 7 Customer A...

Page 592: ...ng a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help in the U S contact the Chevrolet Customer Assistance Center by calling 1 800 222 1020 In Canada contact General Motors of Canada Customer 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 ...

Page 593: ... resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with the decision given in your case you may reject it and proceed with any other venue for relief available to you You may contact the BBB Auto Line Program using the toll free telephone number or write them at the following address BBB A...

Page 594: ... entire dispute settlement process from the time you file your complaint to the final decision should be completed in approximately 70 days We believe our impartial program offers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal quick and free of charge For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP call toll free 1 800 207 0...

Page 595: ...mation and to register your vehicle My GM Canada Canada only My GM Canada is a password protected section of gmcanada com where you can save information on GM vehicles get personalized offers and use handy tools and forms with greater ease Here are a few of the valuable tools and services you will have access to My Showroom Find and save information on vehicles and current offers in your area My D...

Page 596: ...rages customers to call the toll free number for assistance However if a customer wishes to write or e mail Chevrolet the letter should be addressed to 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 2...

Page 597: ...hone devices TTYs Roadside Assistance 1 800 268 6800 Overseas Customer Assistance Please contact the local General Motors Business Unit Mexico Central America and Caribbean Islands Countries Except Puerto Rico and U S Virgin Islands Customer Assistance General Motors de Mexico S de R L de C V Customer Assistance Center Paseo de la Reforma 2740 Col Lomas de Bezares C P 11910 Mexico D F 01 800 508 0...

Page 598: ... or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1 800 323 9935 Text telephone TTY users call 1 800 833 9935 General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program Call 1 800 GM DRIVE 463 7483 for details TTY users call 1 800 263 3830 Roadside Assistance Program In the U S call 1 800 CHEV USA 1 800 243 8872 In Canada call 1 800 268 6800 Service available 24 hours a day 365 days a year As the owner of a...

Page 599: ...nt the vehicle registration and personal ID before lock out service is provided Lock out service will be covered at no charge if you are unable to gain entry into your vehicle If your vehicle will not start Roadside Assistance will arrange to have your vehicle towed to the nearest authorized dealership In the U S replacement keys made at the customer s expense will be covered within 10 miles 16 km...

Page 600: ...imbursement of up to a maximum of 500 Canadian for A meals maximum of 50 day B lodging maximum of 100 night and C alternate ground transportation maximum of 40 day This benefit is to assist you with some of the unplanned expense you may incur while waiting for your vehicle to be repaired Pre authorization original detailed receipts and a copy of the repair order are required Once authorization has...

Page 601: ...an customers call 1 800 268 6800 Chevrolet and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to limit services or reimbursement to an owner or driver when in their sole discretion the claims become excessive in frequency or type of occurrence Roadside Assistance is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Chevrolet and General Motors of Canada Limit...

Page 602: ...parate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information Scheduling Service Appointments When your vehicle requires warranty service you should contact your dealer and request an appointment By scheduling a service appointment and advising your service consultant of your transportation needs your dealer can he...

Page 603: ...e and must be supported by original receipts In addition for U S customers should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative limited reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for...

Page 604: ...e anti lock braking and to help the driver control the vehicle in difficult driving situations Some information may be stored during regular operations to facilitate repair of detected malfunctions other information is stored only in a crash event by computer systems such as those commonly called event data recorders EDR In a crash event computer systems such as the Airbag Sensing and Diagnostic M...

Page 605: ... a specific vehicle with non GM organizations for research purposes Others such as law enforcement may have access to the special equipment that can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the device that stores the data If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar please check the OnStar subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection C...

Page 606: ...ent collisions Aftermarket parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty and any vehicle failure related to such parts are not covered by that warranty Repair Facility GM also recommends that you choose a collision repair facility that meets your needs before you ever need collision repairs Your GM dealer may have a collision repair center with GM trained technicians and state of t...

Page 607: ... to police and other parties involved in the accident Do not discuss your personal condition mental frame of mind or anything unrelated to the accident This will help guard against post accident legal action If you need roadside assistance call GM Roadside Assistance See Roadside Assistance Program on page 598 for more information If your vehicle cannot be driven know where the towing service will...

Page 608: ...n your vehicle If you have a question ask for an explanation Reputable shops welcome this opportunity Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process In the event that your vehicle requires damage repairs GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair If you have a pre determined repair facility of choice take your vehicle there or have it towed there Specify to the facility that any required...

Page 609: ...may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA...

Page 610: ... Centre 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines transmission axle suspension brakes electrical steering body etc Transmission Transaxle Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual This manual provides information on unit repair service procedures adjustments and specifi...

Page 611: ... US Processing Fee Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 US Processing Fee 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 Time For Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard...

Page 612: ... NOTES 612 ...

Page 613: ... Equipped Vehicle 85 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 77 What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 78 Airbag System cont When Should an Airbag Inflate 76 Where Are the Airbags 73 Antenna Fixed Mast 353 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 353 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 361 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 248 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels 552 Care of Safety Belts 550 Chemi...

Page 614: ...ture 350 Understanding Radio Reception 352 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 353 Automatic Headlamp System 216 Automatic Transmission Fluid 462 Operation 128 B Battery 483 Run Down Protection 219 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 398 Brake Anti Lock Brake System ABS 361 Emergencies 363 Parking 138 System Warning Light 246 Brake Pedal Throttle 126 Brakes 480 Braking 360 Braking in Emergencies 363 Break...

Page 615: ...ht 250 Checking Things Under the Hood 450 Chemical Paint Spotting 554 Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems 50 Infants and Young Children 46 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 55 Older Children 43 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 63 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position 65 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position 66 Where to Put th...

Page 616: ...n 602 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 596 Customer Assistance Offices 596 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 592 Customer Assistance Information cont GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 598 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 610 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 609 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 609 Roadside Assistance Program 598 Se...

Page 617: ... Automatic Climate Control System 230 Dual Climate Control System 226 DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System 336 E Electrical System Add On Equipment 557 Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block 560 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 558 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 558 Power Windows and Other Power Options 557 Underhood Fuse Block 561 Windshield Wiper Fuses 557 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 459 Battery 483 Check and Se...

Page 618: ...anging 526 Flat Tire Storing 542 Fluid Automatic Transmission 462 Power Steering 477 Windshield Washer 478 Fog Lamp Light 256 Fog Lamps 217 Four Wheel Drive 132 491 Front Armrest Storage Area 170 Front Axle 492 Fuel 442 Additives 444 California Fuel 443 E85 85 Ethanol 445 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 450 Filling Your Tank 448 Fuels in Foreign Countries 447 Gage 257 Gasoline Octane 443 Gasolin...

Page 619: ...6 Bulb Replacement 496 Daytime Running Lamps 215 Flash to Pass 208 Halogen Bulbs 496 Headlamps cont High Low Beam Changer 207 On Reminder 215 Heated Seats 11 Heater 226 Heater 230 Highbeam On Light 256 Highway Hypnosis 399 Hill and Mountain Roads 400 Hood Checking Things Under 450 Release 451 Horn 205 How to Use This Manual 3 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 25 I Ignition Positions 123 Infants an...

Page 620: ...ps 498 Light Airbag Readiness 242 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 248 Brake System Warning 246 Charging System 245 Cruise Control 256 Fog Lamp 256 Highbeam On 256 Malfunction Indicator 250 Oil Pressure 255 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 243 Passenger Safety Belt Reminder 241 Safety Belt Reminder 241 Security 255 StabiliTrak Indicator 248 Tire Pressure 250 Tow Haul Mode 256 Lighting Entry Exit 21...

Page 621: ...ts 586 Owner Checks and Services 580 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 584 Maintenance Schedule cont Scheduled Maintenance 573 Using 571 Your Vehicle and the Environment 570 Malfunction Indicator Light 250 Manual Passenger Seat 9 Memory Seat Mirrors and Pedals 12 Message DIC Warnings and Messages 269 Midgate 104 Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview with Compass and Temperature Display 148 Automatic ...

Page 622: ...ower Foldaway Mirrors 153 Power Mirrors 152 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 471 Owner Checks and Services 580 Owners Canadian 3 P Paint Damage 554 Park Aid 220 Park P Shifting Into 139 Shifting Out of 141 Parking Assist 220 Brake 138 Over Things That Burn 142 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 243 Passenger Sensing System 80 Passing 369 PASS Key III 119 PASS Key III Operation 120 Power ...

Page 623: ...Locking 363 Rear Door Security Locks 102 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides 38 Rear Seat Audio RSA 348 Rear Seat Entertainment System 336 Rear Seat Operation 18 Rear Seat Passengers Safety Belts 35 Rear Storage Area 171 Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimming with Compass and Temperature Display 148 Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimming with OnStar Compass and Temperature Display 145 Reclining Seatbacks 14 Rec...

Page 624: ...eminder Light 241 Pretensioners 42 Reminder Light 241 Safety Belts Care of 550 Center Front Passenger Position 34 Driver Position 25 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 25 Questions and Answers About Safety Belts 24 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides 38 Rear Seat Passengers 35 Right Front Passenger Position 34 Safety Belt Extender 42 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 33 Safety Belts Are for Everyone 20 ...

Page 625: ... Shifting Into Park P 139 Shifting Out of Park P 141 Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 32 Signals Turn and Lane Change 206 Spare Tire 545 Installing 532 Removing 527 Storing 542 Specifications Capacities 566 Speedometer 240 StabiliTrak System 363 StabiliTrak Indicator Light 248 Starting Your Engine 124 Steering 367 Steering Wheel Controls Audio 350 Steering Wheel Tilt Wheel 205 Storage Areas All Weath...

Page 626: ...re Pressure 509 Inspection and Rotation 515 Tires cont Installing the Spare Tire 532 Pressure Monitor System 510 Removing the Flat Tire 532 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 527 Secondary Latch System 539 Spare Tire 545 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 542 Tire Sidewall Labeling 502 Tire Terminology and Definitions 506 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 520 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 522 Whe...

Page 627: ... Assist URPA 220 Understanding Radio Reception 352 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 520 Universal Home Remote System 158 159 Operation 160 165 V Vehicle Control 360 Damage Warnings 5 Loading 409 Symbols 5 Vehicle Customization DIC 279 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 604 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 556 Service Parts Identification Label 556 Ventilation Adjustment 237 Visors 116 V...

Page 628: ...ignment and Tire Balance 522 Different Size 520 Replacement 522 Where to Put the Restraint 54 Windows 114 Power 115 Windshield Rainsense II Wipers 209 Washer 209 Washer Fluid 478 Wiper Blade Replacement 499 Wiper Blades Cleaning 552 Wiper Fuses 557 Wipers 208 Winter Driving 402 X XM Radio Messages 334 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 353 Y Your Vehicle and the Environment 570 628 ...

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