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Chevrolet 2007 Silverado 1500 Pickup, Owner'S Manual

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Chevrolet 2007 Silverado 1500 Pickup Owner'S Manual Download Page 658

Cigarette Lighter .......................................... 228
Cleaning

Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels ........ 593
Exterior Lamps/Lenses ............................. 591
Fabric/Carpet ........................................... 588
Finish Care .............................................. 591
Inside of Your Vehicle .............................. 587
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other

Plastic Surfaces .................................... 590

Leather .................................................... 589
Tires ........................................................ 594
Underbody Maintenance ........................... 594
Washing Your Vehicle .............................. 591
Weatherstrips ........................................... 590
Windshield and Wiper Blades ................... 592

Climate Control System ............................... 228

Dual ......................................................... 230
Dual Automatic ......................................... 233
Outlet Adjustment ..................................... 241

Clutch, Hydraulic ......................................... 498
Collision Damage Repair ............................. 648
Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt ................. 41
Compass ............................................ 177, 181
Content Theft-Deterrent ............................... 130
Control of a Vehicle ..................................... 354

Coolant

Engine Temperature Gage ........................ 254
Heater, Engine ......................................... 138
Surge Tank Pressure Cap ........................ 502

Cooling System ........................................... 504
Cruise Control ............................................. 217
Cruise Control Light .................................... 261
Cupholder(s) ................................................ 202
Customer Assistance Information

Courtesy Transportation ........................... 645
Customer Assistance for Text

Telephone (TTY) Users ......................... 640

Customer Assistance Offices .................... 640
Customer Satisfaction Procedure .............. 636
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ........ 641
Reporting Safety Defects to

General Motors ..................................... 653

Reporting Safety Defects to the

Canadian Government .......................... 652

Reporting Safety Defects to the

United States Government .................... 652

Roadside Assistance Program .................. 642
Service Publications Ordering

Information ........................................... 653

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Summary of Contents for 2007 Silverado 1500 Pickup

Page 1: ...130 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 133 Mirrors 177 OnStar System 189 Universal Home Remote System 191 Storage Areas 202 Sunroof 205 Instrument Panel 207 Instrument Panel Overview 210 Climate Controls 228 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 242 Driver Information Center DIC 263 Audio System s 286 Driving Your Vehicle 349 Your Driving the Road and Your Vehicle 350 Towing 417 2007 Chevrolet Silv...

Page 2: ...l System 528 Bulb Replacement 529 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 539 Tires 541 Appearance Care 587 Vehicle Identification 596 Electrical System 597 Capacities and Specifications 607 Maintenance Schedule 611 Maintenance Schedule 612 Customer Assistance Information 635 Customer Assistance and Information 636 Reporting Safety Defects 652 Index 655 2 ...

Page 3: ...manual describes features that may be available in this model but your vehicle may not be equipped with all of them For example more than one entertainment system may be offered or your vehicle may have been ordered without a front passenger or rear seats Keep this manual in the vehicle so it will be there if it is needed while you are on the road If the vehicle is sold leave this manual in it the...

Page 4: ...anual and the page number where it can be found Safety Warnings and Symbols There are a number of safety cautions in this book We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning CAUTION These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people In the caution area we tell you what the hazard is Then we tell you what to do to help avo...

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: ...rs 38 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides 41 Safety Belt Extender 43 Child Restraints 44 Older Children 44 Infants and Young Children 47 Child Restraint Systems 51 Where to Put the Restraint 55 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 57 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position 72 Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position 75 Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Fron...

Page 8: ...at Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 98 Airbag Off Switch 99 Passenger Sensing System 103 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 109 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 110 Restraint System Check 111 Checking the Restraint Systems 111 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 112 Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems 8 ...

Page 9: ...edal when you do not want to Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is not moving If your vehicle has a manual bucket or a split bench seat you can adjust the seat forward or rearward with the bar located under the front of the seat cushion Lift the bar to unlock the seat Slide the seat to where you want it and release the bar Try to move the seat with your body to be sure the seat is lock...

Page 10: ...ont part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the horizontal control up or down Raise or lower the rear part of the seat cushion by moving the rear of the horizontal control up or down Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the entire horizontal control up or down If your vehicle has power reclining seatbacks the control is located rear of the power seat control on the outboard side of the...

Page 11: ...pport Adjust the seat as needed Heated Seats If your vehicle has this feature the buttons are located on the front doors The engine must be running for the heated seats to work To heat the entire seat press the horizontal button with the heated seat and seatback symbol Press the button to cycle through the temperature settings of high medium and low and to turn the heated seat off Indicator lights...

Page 12: ...le seat The heated seats will be canceled after the ignition is turned off If you still want to use the heated seat feature after you restart your vehicle you will need to press the heated seat button again Memory Seat and Mirrors If your vehicle has this feature the controls for the memory function are located on the driver s door These buttons are used to program and recall memory settings for t...

Page 13: ... the other numbered memory control button To recall a memory position do one of the following If you have an automatic transmission press and release the desired button 1 or 2 while the vehicle is in PARK P A single chime will sound and the memory position will be recalled If the vehicle is not in PARK P the memory position will not be recalled If you have a manual transmission press and release t...

Page 14: ...ry control for three seconds A double chime will sound to let you know that the position has been stored for the selected button 1 or 2 To repeat the procedure for a second driver follow the preceding steps but press the other numbered memory control button To use the seat exit position do one of the following If you have an automatic transmission press and release the exit button on the memory co...

Page 15: ... 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 your 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 16: ...ight position 2 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked Power Reclining Seatbacks If your seats have power reclining seatbacks use the vertical power seat control located on the outboard side of the seat s To recline the seatback press the control toward the rear of the vehicle To raise the seatback press the control toward the front of the vehicle 16 ...

Page 17: ...be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt cannot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear your safety...

Page 18: ...nt seatbacks fold forward to allow access to the rear of the cab To fold the seatback forward lift the lever located on the outboard side of the seat cushion CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked To return the seatback to the upright posit...

Page 19: ... folding a rear seat 1 Push down on the front of the seat cushion while pulling down on the release strap located under the seat cushion 2 Pull the seat cushion up until it latches with the seatback 3 After latching the seat cushion up pull forward on it to make sure it is locked The seat can also be folded down for more seating space To fold the seat down do the following 1 Push the seat cushion ...

Page 20: ...t cushion up and flip it forward 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 2 After folding the seat cushion fully forward pull the seatback forward until it is flat If the seatback cannot fold flat because it interferes w...

Page 21: ... 3 Lower the seat cushion until it latches into position Pull up on the cushion to make sure it is locked into place CAUTION A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising the rear seatback always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed...

Page 22: ...ed or killed In the same crash you might not be if you are buckled up Always fasten your safety belt and check that your passengers belts are fastened properly too CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehic...

Page 23: ... even buckled up a person would not survive But most crashes are in between In many of them people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away Without belts they could have been badly hurt or killed After more than 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 g...

Page 24: ...Put someone on it Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop 24 ...

Page 25: ...The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the windshield or the instrument panel 25 ...

Page 26: ... 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 27: ... serious injuries and deaths occur at speeds of less than 40 mph 65 km h Safety belts are for everyone How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and babies If a child will be riding in your vehicle see Older Children on page 44 or Infa...

Page 28: ... The lap shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly 4 Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 43 Make sure the release button on the buckle is p...

Page 29: ...hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones And you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The saf...

Page 30: ...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 30 ...

Page 31: ...rotection this way CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose In a crash you could slide under the lap belt and apply force at your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs 31 ...

Page 32: ...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 32 ...

Page 33: ...jured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen not at the pelvic bones and that could cause serious or fatal injuries Be sure the belt goes under the armrests 33 ...

Page 34: ...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 34 ...

Page 35: ...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 35 ...

Page 36: ...ou can damage both the belt and your vehicle Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy 36 ...

Page 37: ... s safety belt works the same way as the driver s safety belt except for one thing If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the 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...

Page 38: ...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 39: ...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 43 Make sure the release button on the buckle is positioned so you would be a...

Page 40: ...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 CAUTION You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too mu...

Page 41: ...der 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 There is one guide for each outboard passenger position in the rear seat Here is how to install a comfort guide to the shoulder belt 1 Remove the guide from its storage clip on the interior body 41 ...

Page 42: ... the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top 42 ...

Page 43: ...edges together so that you can take them out of the guides Slide the guide onto the storage clip 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 in...

Page 44: ...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 45: ...s so small that the shoulder belt is very close to the child s face or neck A If the child is sitting in a seat next to a window move the child toward the center of the vehicle Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides on page 41 If the child is sitting in the center rear seat passenger position move the child toward the safety belt buckle In either case be sure that the shoulder belt still is on t...

Page 46: ... 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 Wherever the child sits 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 46 ...

Page 47: ...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 48: ...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 48 ...

Page 49: ...ed or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide 49 ...

Page 50: ...nt will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs CAUTION Newborn infants need complete support including support for the head and neck ...

Page 51: ...he child s abdomen In a crash the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries Young children always should be secured in appropriate child restraints Child Restraint Systems An infant car bed A a special bed made for use in a motor vehicle is an infant restraint system designed to restrain or position a child on a...

Page 52: ... of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint A forward facing child seat C E provides restraint for the child s body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T shaped or shelf like shields 52 ...

Page 53: ...raint system is a permanent part of the motor vehicle An add on child restraint system is a portable one which is purchased by the vehicle s owner To help reduce injuries an add on child restraint must be secured in the vehicle With built in or add on child restraints the child has to be secured within the child restraint When choosing an add on child restraint be sure the child restraint is desig...

Page 54: ...hat come with the restraint which may be on the restraint itself or in a booklet or both and to this manual The child restraint instructions are important so if they are not available obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restr...

Page 55: ...er if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat We recommend that child restraints be secured in a rear seat including an infant riding in a rear facing infant seat a child riding in a forward facing child seat and an older child riding in a booster seat Your vehicle may have a label on your sun visor that says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the ri...

Page 56: ...fail safe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued General Motors recommends that rear facing child restraints be transported in vehicles with a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint whenever possible If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the r...

Page 57: ...5 for more on this including important safety information Wherever you install a child restraint be sure to secure the child restraint properly Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in your vehicle even when no child is in it Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children ...

Page 58: ...ents The following explains how to attach a child restraint with these attachments in your vehicle Not all vehicle seating positions or child restraints have lower anchors and attachments or top tether anchors and attachments Lower Anchors Lower anchors A are metal bars built into the vehicle There are two lower anchors for each LATCH seating position that will accommodate a child restraint with l...

Page 59: ...ment B to secure the top tether to the anchor Some child restraints that have a top tether are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others require the top tether always to be attached In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached In the United States some child restraints also have a top tether Be sure to...

Page 60: ...er anchors i Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors Do not install a child restraint in the center front seat position See Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position on page 75 for more information Regular Cab Front Seat Bucket Regular Cab Front Seat Bench 60 ...

Page 61: ...assenger side and center seating positions have exposed metal lower anchors located in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion For extended cab models the rear outboard seating positions have exposed metal lower anchors located in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion For regular and crew cab models there is an anchor symbol on the trim covers to assist you in locating ...

Page 62: ...ther anchor is located under a trim covers on the back panel behind the passenger seat Remove the trim plug to access the anchor For extended cab models the top tether anchors are located near the top of the seatback for each rear seating position In addition to the top tether anchors each seating position has a fabric loop at the top of the seatback that you will use to route the top tether throu...

Page 63: ...tion if your vehicle has rear seats if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached There is no place to attach the top tether in this position Accident statistics show that children are safer if they are restrained in the rear rather than the front seat See Where to Put the Restr...

Page 64: ...e restraint following the instructions that came with that restraint and also the instructions in this manual CAUTION Each top tether anchor except the center top tether anchor in an extended cab model and lower anchors in the vehicle are 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 b...

Page 65: ...he child restraint manufacturer Notice Contact between the child restraint or the LATCH attachment parts and the vehicle s safety belt assembly may cause damage to these parts Make sure when securing unused safety belts behind the child restraint that there is no contact between the child restraint or the LATCH attachment parts and the vehicle s safety belt assembly Folding an empty rear seat with...

Page 66: ... top tether anchor See Reclining Seatbacks on page 15 for additional information 1 2 Find the top tether anchor 1 3 Remove the trim cover to expose the anchor 1 4 Route attach and tighten the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions If the position you are using does not have a head restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether over th...

Page 67: ...r under the head restraint and in between the head restraint posts 2 See Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Regular and Extended Cab With Airbag Off Switch on page 78 or Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Regular and Extended Cab With Passenger Sensing System on page 85 for instructions on installing the child restraint using the safety belts 3 Pus...

Page 68: ...child restraint on the seat 1 3 Attach and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors 2 If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor if your vehicle has one Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps 2 1 When using a child restraint with a top tether in...

Page 69: ... 2 3 When using a child restraint with a top tether in the rear center position route the top tether through the fabric loop Then raise the head restraint on the passenger side and attach the top tether to the metal anchor point located at the rear passenger position 2 4 Tighten the top tether when and as the child restraint manufacturer s instructions say 3 Push and pull the child restraint in di...

Page 70: ...d Then fold the seatback forward See Rear Seat Operation Extended Cab on page 19 or Rear Seat Operation Crew Cab on page 20 for additional information 1 2 Place the child restraint in the vehicle near the seating position that you are using 1 3 Route the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions If the position you are using does not have a head restr...

Page 71: ...traint and in between the head restraint posts 1 4 Remove the trim cover to expose the top tether anchor 1 5 Attach the top tether attachment to the top tether anchor CAUTION If the seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked 1 6 Lift the seatback up and push ...

Page 72: ...nded Cab and Crew Cab There is limited space in the rear seating of an extended cab model If you want to secure a child restraint in a rear seating position be sure to study the instructions that came with your child restraint to see if there is enough room to secure your seat properly If your child restraint has the LATCH system see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 57 If your ...

Page 73: ... belt Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to 4 Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock 73 ...

Page 74: ...ufacturer 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 to Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 57 7 Push and pull the restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint if the top tether is attached to a top tether anchor disconnect it Un...

Page 75: ...nger Sensing System Your vehicle has a right front passenger airbag Never put a rear facing child restraint in the right front passenger s seat Here is why 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 Always se...

Page 76: ...as a top tether You will be using the lap shoulder belt to secure the restraint in this position Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Because your vehicle has a right front passenger s frontal airbag always move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restra...

Page 77: ... 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 77 ...

Page 78: ... be sure it is secure To remove the child restraint just unbuckle the vehicle s safety belt and let it go back all the way The safety belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or larger child passenger Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position Regular and Extended Cab With Airbag Off Switch Your vehicle has a right front passenger airbag A rear seat is a safer...

Page 79: ...traint in this vehicle unless the passenger s airbag has been turned off Even though the airbag off switch is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag no system is fail safe and no one can 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 transported in vehicles with a rear seat that wi...

Page 80: ...e Restraint on page 55 If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat position move the seat as far back as it will go before securing a forward facing child restraint See Manual Seats on page 9 or Power Seats on page 10 CAUTION If the airbag readiness light in the instrument panel cluster ever comes on when you have turned off the airbag it means that something may...

Page 81: ...hild restraint when and as the instructions say 1 Your vehicle has a right front passenger s frontal airbag See Airbag Off Switch on page 99 If your child restraint is forward facing move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the restraint in this seat See Manual Seats on page 9 or Power Seats on page 10 If you need to use a rear facing child restraint in this seat make sure the airba...

Page 82: ... 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 82 ...

Page 83: ...en the belt You should not be able to pull more of the belt out of the retractor once the lock has been set 7 If your child restraint manufacturer recommends using a top tether and the position you are using has a top tether anchor attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and to Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LA...

Page 84: ...e child restraint from the vehicle unless the person who will be sitting there is a member of a passenger airbag risk group See Airbag Off Switch on page 99 CAUTION If the right front passenger s airbag is turned off for a person who is not in a risk group identified by the national government that person will not have the extra protection of an airbag In a crash the airbag will not be able to inf...

Page 85: ...ne of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations your vehicle has a passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag when an infant in a rear facing infant seat or a small child in a forward facing child restraint or booster seat is detected See Passenger Sensing System on page 103 and Passenger Airbag Status Indic...

Page 86: ...hough the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued restraint no system is fail safe and no one can 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 ...

Page 87: ...ger s position CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag and side impact airbag if equipped if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off We recommend that rear fac...

Page 88: ...aint when and as the instructions say 1 Your vehicle has a right front passenger s frontal airbag See Passenger Sensing System on page 103 We recommend that rear facing child restraints be secured in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If your child restraint is forward facing move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the child restraint in this seat See Power Seats on page 10 or M...

Page 89: ... 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 89 ...

Page 90: ...once the lock has been set 7 If your child restraint manufacturer recommends using a top tether and the position you are using has a top tether anchor attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and to Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 57 8 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be ...

Page 91: ...vehicle s seatback and adjust the seat cushion if possible Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint If this happens adjust the head restraint If the on indicator is still lit secure the child in the child restraint in a rear seat position in the vehicle if one is available and check with your dealer To remove the child restraint if the top tether is attach...

Page 92: ...r safety belt during a crash helps reduce your chance of hitting things inside the vehicle or being ejected from it CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Airbags are supplemental restraints to the safety belts All airbags are designed to work with safety belts but do not replace them Airbags are designed to deploy in moderate to severe frontal and near frontal crashes They are not designed to inflat...

Page 93: ... plus lap shoulder belts offer the best CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued protection for adults but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older Children on page 44 ...

Page 94: ...Where Are the Airbags The driver s airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side 94 ...

Page 95: ...t how severe a crash is likely to be in time for the airbags to inflate and help restrain the occupants Whether your frontal airbags will or should deploy is not based on how fast your vehicle is traveling It depends largely on what you hit the direction of the impact and how quickly your vehicle slows down Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash speeds For example If the vehicle hits a sta...

Page 96: ... airbag status indicator your vehicle has the passenger sensing system and therefore it has dual stage airbags If the rearview mirror in your vehicle does not have a passenger airbag status indicator then your vehicle does not have the passenger sensing system and it has single stage airbags See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 248 or Passenger Sensing System on page 103 Single Stage Airb...

Page 97: ...hat the vehicle is in a crash The sensing system triggers a release of gas from the inflator which inflates the airbag The inflator airbag and related hardware are all part of the airbag modules inside the steering wheel and in the instrument panel in front of the right front passenger How Does an Airbag Restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can co...

Page 98: ...in the deflated airbags Airbag inflation does not prevent the driver from seeing out of the windshield or being able to steer the vehicle nor does it stop people from leaving the vehicle CAUTION When an airbag inflates there may be dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get...

Page 99: ...other parts The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts Your vehicle has a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information after a crash See Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders on page 645 Let only qualified technicians work on your airbag system Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work properly See your dealer for serv...

Page 100: ...nfant s physician makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child s condition Child age 1 to 12 A child age 1 to 12 must ride in the front seat because my vehicle has no rear seat although children ages 1 to 12 ride in the rear seat s whenever possible children ages 1 to 12 sometimes must ride in the front because no space is availabl...

Page 101: ...ssenger s airbag is turned off for a person who is not in a risk group identified by the national government that person will not have the extra protection of an airbag In a crash the airbag will not be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there Do not turn off the passenger s airbag unless the person sitting there is in a risk group To turn off the right front passenger s airbag in...

Page 102: ...r vehicle is a regular cab pickup or an extended cab pickup and this ever happens do not let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of a passenger airbag risk group sit in the right front passenger s position for example do not secure a rear facing child restraint in your vehicle until you have your vehicle serviced See Airbag Readiness Light on page 245 for additional info...

Page 103: ...ff will be visible See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 248 If your rearview mirror does not have either of the indicators pictured below then your vehicle does not have the passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger s frontal airbag under certain conditions The driver s airbag is not part of the passenger sensing system The passenger sen...

Page 104: ...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 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is fail safe and no one can guarantee that an ai...

Page 105: ...raint 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 transported in vehicles with a rear seat that will accommodate a rear facing child restraint whenever possible If you need to secure a forward facing child restraint in...

Page 106: ...r and Extended Cab With Passenger Sensing System in the Index If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit check to make sure that the vehicle s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion If this happens slightly recline the vehicle s seatback and adjust the seat cushion if possible Also make sure the child restraint is ...

Page 107: ...rson 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 that person is not sitting properly in the seat If this happens turn the vehicle off and ask the person to place the seatback in the fully upright position then sit upright in the seat centered on the seat cushion with the person s legs comfortably extended Restart the veh...

Page 108: ...including important safety information Aftermarket equipment such as seat covers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates You may want to consider not using seat covers or other aftermarket equipment if your vehicle has the passenger sensing system See Adding Equipment to Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 110 for more information about modifications that can affect how the syst...

Page 109: ...tem To purchase a service manual see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 651 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 Avoid yellow connectors They are probably part of the airbag system Be sure to follow proper ...

Page 110: ...gs from working properly A We have designed our airbag systems to work properly under a wide range of conditions including snow plowing with vehicles that have the optional Snow Plow Prep Package RPO VYU But do not change or defeat the snow plow s tripping mechanism If you do it can damage your snow plow and your vehicle and it may cause an airbag inflation Q Because I have a disability I have to ...

Page 111: ...Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash They can 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 the airbag may not work ...

Page 112: ...ter a very minor collision nothing may be necessary But if the belts were stretched as they would be if worn during a more severe crash then you need new parts If the LATCH system was being used during a more severe crash you may need new LATCH system parts If belts are cut or damaged replace them Collision damage also may mean you will need to have LATCH system safety belt or seat parts repaired ...

Page 113: ...130 Theft Deterrent Systems 130 Content Theft Deterrent 130 Passlock 132 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 133 New Vehicle Break In 133 Ignition Positions 134 Retained Accessory Power RAP 136 Starting the Engine 136 Engine Coolant Heater 138 Automatic Transmission Operation 140 Tow Haul Mode 147 Manual Transmission Operation 149 Four Wheel Drive 153 Parking Brake 170 Shifting Into Park P Automat...

Page 114: ... Dimming Mirror 187 Outside Curb View Assist Mirrors 188 Outside Convex Mirror 188 Outside Heated Mirrors 189 OnStar System 189 Universal Home Remote System 191 Universal Home Remote System With Three Round LED 191 Universal Home Remote System With One Triangular LED 192 Universal Home Remote System Operation With Three Round LED 193 Universal Home Remote System Operation With One Triangular LED 1...

Page 115: ...h the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The children or others could be badly injured or even killed Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children 115 ...

Page 116: ...frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device This device complies with RSS 210 of ...

Page 117: ...ee Battery Replacement and Resynchronization under Remote Keyless Entry System Operation on page 117 If you are still having trouble see your dealer or a qualified technician for service Remote Keyless Entry System Operation You can lock and unlock your doors from about 3 feet 1 m up to 100 feet 30 m away using the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter supplied with your vehicle K Unlock Press this...

Page 118: ...tolen a replacement can be purchased through your dealer Remember to bring any remaining transmitters with you when you go to your dealer When the dealer matches the replacement transmitter to your vehicle any remaining transmitters must also be matched Once your dealer has coded the new transmitter the lost transmitter will not unlock your vehicle Each vehicle can have a maximum of four transmitt...

Page 119: ...n 5 Check the operation of the transmitter Resynchronization Resynchronization may be necessary due to the security method used by this system The transmitter does not send the same signal twice to the receiver The receiver will not respond to a signal that has been sent previously This prevents anyone from recording and playing back the signal from the transmitter To resynchronize your transmitte...

Page 120: ...y belts properly and lock the doors whenever you drive CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Young children 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 ve...

Page 121: ...h the unlock symbol to unlock all the doors at once If your vehicle has this power door lock switch press the bottom of the switch on either front door to lock all the doors at once Press the top of the switch to unlock all the doors at once The power door locks will operate at any time even when the ignition is off The power door locks will also automatically lock when the vehicle is out of PARK ...

Page 122: ...is in the ignition You can also program this feature using the DIC See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 279 Programmable Automatic Door Locks Your vehicle may have an automatic lock unlock feature which enables you to program your vehicle s power door locks You can program this feature through the Driver Information Center DIC or by the following method See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 279 P...

Page 123: ...he horn will chirp twice to indicate that you have left the program mode If this occurs you can repeat the procedure beginning with Step 1 to re enter the programming mode You can exit the program mode any time by turning the ignition to RUN the doors will automatically lock and unlock and the horn will chirp twice to indicate that you are leaving the program mode If the lock unlock switches are n...

Page 124: ... unlock switch once You will hear one two three or four chimes The number of chimes tells you which unlock mode is currently selected Continue to press the door unlock switch until the number of chimes that you hear matches the number of the desired mode If you take longer than 30 seconds the locks will automatically lock and unlock and the horn will chirp twice to indicate that you have left the ...

Page 125: ...ever rearward 4 Close the door 5 Do the same thing to the other rear door The rear doors of your vehicle cannot be opened from the inside when this feature is in use If you want to open the rear door while the security lock is engaged unlock the door and open the door from the outside Lockout Protection This feature protects you from locking your key in the vehicle when the key is in the ignition ...

Page 126: ...u must fully close a rear access door before you can close the front door To open a rear access door from the inside the front door must be opened first Then use the handle located on the inside of the rear access door to open it Crew Cabs If your vehicle is a crew cab you can open your doors from the inside or outside Your vehicle may also have a feature which prevents children from opening the r...

Page 127: ... can be removed without assistance you may want someone to assist you with the removal to avoid possible damage to the vehicle To remove the tailgate do the following 1 Raise the tailgate slightly and release both retaining cable clips To release the retaining cable clips lift the cable so it points straight out and push the cable clip forward 2 With the tailgate at a slight upward angle pull back...

Page 128: ...n be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather Manual Windows Turn the hand crank on each door to manually raise or lower the manual windows 128 ...

Page 129: ...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 To open the window partway press the switch to the first depression position until the window is at the desired position Window Lockout o Window Lockout If your crew cab vehicle has po...

Page 130: ...s not have rear defogger Sun Visors Pull the sun visor down to block glare Swing the sun visor to the side to cover the side window The passenger s side sun visor may have a vanity mirror Theft Deterrent Systems Vehicle theft is big business especially in some cities Although your vehicle has a number of theft deterrent features we know that nothing we put on it can make it impossible to steal Con...

Page 131: ... sound for about two minutes then will turn off to save the battery power The theft deterrent system will not activate if you lock the doors with a key the manual door lock or the power door lock switch It activates only if you use the RKE transmitter You should also remember that you can start your vehicle with the correct ignition key if the alarm has been set off Here is how to avoid setting of...

Page 132: ...ehicle has the Passlock theft deterrent system Passlock is a passive theft deterrent system Passlock enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned with a valid key If a correct key is not used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with fuel is disabled If the engine stalls and the security light flashes wait until the light stops flashing before trying to restart the engine Remember to ...

Page 133: ...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 134: ...n when the key is removed The steering locks when equipped with a manual transmission It is a theft deterrent feature You will only be able to remove your key when the ignition is turned to LOCK B ACCESSORY This position allows you to use things like the radio power windows and the windshield wipers when the engine is off CAUTION On manual transmission vehicles turning the key to LOCK will lock th...

Page 135: ...ays remember to remove your key from the ignition and take it with you This will lock your ignition and transaxle Also always remember to lock the doors The battery could be drained if you leave the key in the ignition while your vehicle is parked You may not be able to start your vehicle after it has been parked for an extended period of time Key Release Button Manual Transmission The ignition ke...

Page 136: ...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 If you have a diesel engine refer to the diesel supplement for the starting procedure Notice Do not try to shift to PARK P if your vehicle is moving If you do you could damage the transmission Shift to PARK P only when your vehi...

Page 137: ...allowed approximately 15 seconds to prevent cranking motor damage To prevent gear damage this system also prevents cranking if the engine is already running The engine cranking can be stopped by turning the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY or LOCK Notice Holding your key in START for longer than 15 seconds at a time will disengage the starter motor cause your battery to be drained much sooner and ...

Page 138: ...Notice Your engine is designed to work with the electronics in your vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you do not your engine might not perform properly Any resulting damage would not be covered by your vehicle s warranty Engine Coolant Heater In very cold weather 0 F 18 C or c...

Page 139: ... be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engine be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts If you do not it could be damaged How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged ...

Page 140: ...s the Allison Transmission with the Power Take Off PTO use PARK P when starting The Allison Transmission has a park pawl that is designed to hold the weight of commercial medium duty trucks Therefore the Allison Transmission uses larger parts than other automatic transmissions These larger parts may sometimes make a clunking noise when the selector lever is moved from DRIVE D or REVERSE R to PARK ...

Page 141: ...ven when you are on fairly level ground always set your parking brake and move the shift lever to PARK P See Shifting Into Park P Automatic Transmission on page 171 If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 423 CAUTION If you have four wheel drive your vehicle will be free to roll even if your shift lever is in PARK P if your transfer case is in NEUTRAL So be sure the transfer case...

Page 142: ... 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 vehicle is being towed CAUTION Shifting into a drive gear while your engine is running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal your vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit people or ob...

Page 143: ...s the transmission will downshift automatically The Allison Transmission uses a shift stabilization feature that adjusts the transmission shifting to the current driving conditions in order to reduce rapid upshifts and downshifts This shift stabilization feature is designed to determine before making an upshift if the engine will be able to maintain vehicle speed by analyzing things such as thrott...

Page 144: ...n you are trying to start your vehicle from a stop on slippery road surfaces For an Allison Transmission see Low Traction Mode later in this section FIRST 1 For an automatic transmission this position reduces vehicle speed even more than SECOND 2 without using your brakes You can use it on very steep hills or in deep snow or mud If the shift lever is put in FIRST 1 while the vehicle is moving forw...

Page 145: ...ange of gears for your current driving conditions The Range Selection Mode allows you to control the engine and vehicle speed while driving down hill by allowing you to select a desired gear The DIC shows the six available ranges with the highest attainable range shown in brackets See Driver Information Center DIC on page 263 and DIC Operation and Displays on page 264 for more information While us...

Page 146: ...d by your warranty If you are stuck do not spin the tires When stopping on a hill use the brakes to hold the vehicle in place Cold Weather Operation Allison Transmission On cold days approximately 32 F 0 C or colder your automatic transmission is designed to shift differently The transmission uses a warm up mode shift schedule until the engine reaches normal operating temperature While the transmi...

Page 147: ...loads The selector button is located on the end of the shift lever Turn the Tow Haul on and off by pressing the button When the Tow Haul is on a light on the instrument panel cluster will come on See Tow Haul Mode Light on page 262 for more information If your vehicle has the Performance Package Enhanced Towing activating the manual selectable ride will adjust the shock absorber characteristics to...

Page 148: ... Haul Mode Light on page 262 for more information Also see Tow Haul Mode under Towing a Trailer on page 423 for more information Grade Braking and Cruise Grade Braking Allison Transmission Grade Braking and Cruise Grade Braking assists when driving on a downhill grade It maintains the vehicle s speed by automatically using a shift schedule that uses the engine and the transmission to slow the vehi...

Page 149: ...rol stalk If your vehicle has the DURAMAX diesel Engine or the 8 1L VORTEC gasoline engine Grade Braking is only available while the Tow Haul Mode is selected While in the Range Selection Mode Grade Braking is deactivated allowing the driver to select a desired range of gears See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 140 for more information Also see Towing a Trailer on page 423 for more inform...

Page 150: ... not shift into SECOND 2 unless you are going less than 20 mph 32km h THIRD 3 Press the clutch pedal and shift into THIRD 3 Then slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 Shift into the higher forward gears the same way you do for THIRD 3 Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal To stop let up on the accelerator pedal and ...

Page 151: ...lowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 Shift into THIRD 3 FOURTH 4 and FIFTH 5 the same way you do for SECOND 2 Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal To stop let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal Just before the vehicle stops press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal and shift to NEUTRAL N...

Page 152: ... help to slow the vehicle as it goes down the grade Monitor your vehicle speed acceleration and engine RPM while applying the brakes as you go down the grade to ensure you have complete control over the vehicle If your engine speed drops below 600 rpm or if the engine is not running smoothly you should downshift to the next lower gear When operating on slippery surfaces downshift at lower than nor...

Page 153: ...sion disregard the shift light when the transfer case is in Four Wheel Low Ignore the shift light when you downshift Four Wheel Drive If your vehicle has four wheel drive you can send your engine s driving power to all four wheels for extra traction To get the most satisfaction out of four wheel drive you must be familiar with its operation Read the part that follows before using four wheel drive ...

Page 154: ...to four wheel drive and the front axle engages See Four Wheel Drive Light on page 261 Some delay between shifting and when the indicator light comes on is normal Recommended Transfer Case Settings Driving Conditions Transfer Case Settings 2H 4H 4L N Normal YES Severe YES Extreme YES Vehicle in Tow YES See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 418 or Towing Your Vehicle on page 417 for further inform...

Page 155: ...n deep sand deep mud deep snow and while climbing or descending steep hills When operating in 4L the gear ratio provides additional torque when compared to 4H The transmission gear shift feel will be exaggerated CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P or if you have a manual transmission even if you are in gear You or someo...

Page 156: ... may be necessary to stop or slow the vehicle to shift into 4H When Using the Manual Transfer Case Shifting should be made using quick motions Shifting slowly may make it more difficult to shift You may notice that it is harder to shift when the vehicle is cold After the vehicle warms up the shifting will return to normal While in 4H or 4L you may experience reduced fuel economy Avoid driving in f...

Page 157: ...shift the transfer case into 4L while the vehicle is moving faster than 3 mph 5 km h Shifts into 4L can be made with the vehicle at a stop or while slowly rolling about 1 to 3 mph 2 to 5 km h Shift the automatic transmission into NEUTRAL N or with a manual transmission press the clutch pedal or shift into NEUTRAL Shift the transfer case shift lever in one continuous motion into the 4L position Whe...

Page 158: ...N Normal YES Variable YES Severe YES Extreme YES Vehicle in Tow YES See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 418 for further information You can choose among five driving settings Notice Driving on clean dry pavement in Four Wheel Drive High or Four Wheel Drive Low for an extended period of time may cause premature wear on your vehicle s powertrain Do not drive on clean dry pavement in Four Wheel D...

Page 159: ...tions are variable When driving your vehicle in AUTO 4WD 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 slightly lower fuel economy than Two Wheel Drive High 2 m Two Wheel Drive High This setting is used for ...

Page 160: ...rque when compared to Four Wheel Drive High The transmission gear shift feel will be exaggerated If the SERVICE 4WD message stays on the Driver Information Center DIC you should take your vehicle to your dealer for service See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 267 for further information Shifting into Four Wheel Drive High or AUTO 4WD Automatic Four Wheel Drive Press and release the Four Wheel Dri...

Page 161: ...rive Low indicator light to stop flashing and remain on before shifting the transmission into 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 It is...

Page 162: ...fting 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 transfer case may make noise and the vehicle may jerk when the transfer case is shifted between Four Wheel Dri...

Page 163: ...or turn the ignition to RUN 4 Put the transmission in NEUTRAL N 5 Shift the transfer case to Two Wheel Drive High 6 Simultaneously press and hold the Two Wheel Drive High and Four Wheel Drive Low buttons for 10 seconds The red NEUTRAL light will come on when the transfer case shift to NEUTRAL is complete 7 If the engine is running shift the transmission to REVERSE R for one second then shift the t...

Page 164: ...sively shifting the transfer case into or out of the different modes may cause the transfer case to enter the shift protection mode This mode protects the transfer case from possible damage and only allows the transfer case to respond to one shift per 10 seconds The transfer case may stay in this mode for up to three minutes Electronic Transfer Case If your four wheel drive vehicle has the electro...

Page 165: ... If for some reason the transfer case cannot make a requested shift it will return to the last chosen setting 2 m Two Wheel Drive High This setting is for driving in most street and highway situations The front axle is not engaged in two wheel drive CAUTION Shifting the transfer case to NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P You or someone else could be seriou...

Page 166: ...eed The front axle will unlock automatically with some delay Shifting from Two Wheel Drive High or Four Wheel Drive High to Four Wheel Drive Low To shift from Two Wheel Drive High or Four Wheel Drive High to Four Wheel Drive Low the vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph 5 km h with the transmission in NEUTRAL N for an automatic transmission or the clutch pedal pressed for a manual tran...

Page 167: ...l Drive Low to Four Wheel Drive High or Two Wheel Drive High To shift from Four Wheel Drive Low to Four Wheel Drive High or Two Wheel Drive High your vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 3 mph 5 km h with the transmission in NEUTRAL N for an automatic transmission or the clutch pedal pressed for a manual transmission The preferred method for shifting out of Four Wheel Drive Low is to have y...

Page 168: ...hold the Two Wheel Drive High and Four Wheel Drive Low buttons for 10 seconds The red NEUTRAL light will come on when the transfer case shift to NEUTRAL is complete 6 Start the engine if it is not already running 7 Press and hold the foot brake pedal and Shift the transmission to REVERSE R for one second then shift the transmission for one second to DRIVE D for an automatic transmission or FIRST 1...

Page 169: ... Low 4 After the transfer case has shifted out of NEUTRAL the red light will go out 5 Release the parking brake prior to moving the vehicle 6 You may start the engine and shift the transmission to the desired position Excessively shifting the transfer case into or out of the different modes may cause the transfer case to enter the shift protection mode This mode protects the transfer case from pos...

Page 170: ...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 171: ...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 423 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 go 3 If...

Page 172: ...not in NEUTRAL CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued 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 ...

Page 173: ...to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission so you can pull the shift lever out of PARK P Shifting Out of Park P Automatic Transmission 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 position You have to fully apply your regular ...

Page 174: ...er into the gear you want If you ever hold the brake pedal down but still can not shift out of PARK P try this 1 Turn the key to ACCESSORY There is no shift interlock in this key position 2 Apply and hold the brake until the end of Step 4 3 Shift the transmission to NEUTRAL N 4 Start the vehicle and then shift to the gear you want 5 Have the system fixed as soon as you can Parking Over Things That...

Page 175: ... vehicle gets rusty underneath Your vehicle was damaged in a collision CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Your vehicle was damaged when driving over high points on the road or over road debris Repairs were not done correctly Your vehicle or exhaust system 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 176: ...an come in easily NEVER park in a garage with the engine running Another closed in place can be a blizzard See Winter Driving on page 396 CAUTION It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set Your vehicle can roll Do not leave your vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to If you have le...

Page 177: ...iew Mirror Pull or push the tab under the inside rearview mirror to adjust it to the night or daytime setting In the nighttime setting the glare from headlamps behind the vehicle will be less intense Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar Compass and Temperature Display Your vehicle may have this feature When on an automatic dimming mirror automatically dims to the proper level to minimize ...

Page 178: ...splay will return If an abnormal temperature reading is displayed for an extended period of time please consult your dealer Under certain circumstances a delay in updating the temperature is normal Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation The automatic dimming mirror function is turned on automatically each time the ignition is started To operate the automatic dimming mirror do the following 1 Make sure...

Page 179: ... adjusted to account for compass variance your compass could give false readings To adjust for compass variance do the following 1 Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map 2 Press and hold the on off button until a Z and a zone number appear in the display The compass is now in zone mode 3 Keep pressing the on off button until the desired zone number appears in...

Page 180: ...ush the on off button for approximately 12 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 Passenger Airbag Indicator The vehicle may be equipped with a passenger airbag indicator on the mirror glass just above the buttons If the vehicle has this feature the mirror will display the word ON...

Page 181: ...ease the TEMP button to toggle between the Fahrenheit and Celsius readings After approximately four seconds of inactivity the display will stop blinking and display the last selection made If an abnormal reading is displayed for an extended period of time please consult your dealer Under certain circumstances a delay in updating the temperature is normal Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation The time...

Page 182: ...t 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 compass variance if you live outside zone eight Under certain circumstances as during a long distance cro...

Page 183: ...n the passenger airbag is enabled For more information see Passenger Sensing System on page 103 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 Outside Manual Mirrors Adjust your outside mirrors so you can just see the sid...

Page 184: ...ehicle is equipped with this style trailering type mirror they can be adjusted so you can have a clear view of the objects behind you Adjust each mirror by turning it left or right Once the mirror is adjusted to the correct position tighten the set screw to hold the mirror in place These mirrors can also be manually folded in On the lower portion of the mirror is a convex mirror A convex mirror s ...

Page 185: ... a convex mirror A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat Outside West Coast Type Mirrors If your vehicle is equipped with these mirrors they can be adjusted so you can have a clear view of objects behind you A Outer Mirror Frame B Mirror Head C Nut The mirrors can be adjusted by turning the mirror head B and moving the outer mirror frame A backward or forward...

Page 186: ...ld 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 Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors If your vehicle is equipped with this feature the controls are located on the driver s door armrest Move the upper selector switch to the left or right to choose the mirror you want to adjus...

Page 187: ...ill need to reset the mirrors See Resetting the Power Foldaway Mirrors next Resetting the Power Foldaway Mirrors You will need to reset the power foldaway mirrors if the following occurs They are accidentally manually folded unfolded The mirrors will not stay in the unfolded position The mirrors shake and flutter at normal driving speeds To reset the power foldaway mirrors fold and unfold them at ...

Page 188: ...ted tilt position adjust the mirrors to the desired position while the vehicle is in REVERSE R When the vehicle is shifted out of REVERSE R this new position is saved in memory as the tilt position This feature can be turned on or off through the Driver Information Center DIC See Driver Information Center DIC on page 263 for more information Outside Convex Mirror CAUTION A convex mirror can make t...

Page 189: ...n request emergency services be sent to your location If you lock your keys in the vehicle call OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR and they can send a signal to unlock your doors If you need roadside assistance press the OnStar button and they can contact Roadside Service for you A complete OnStar Owner s Guide and the Terms and Conditions of the OnStar Subscription Service Agreement are included in the veh...

Page 190: ...y 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 in the vehicle s glove box 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 have...

Page 191: ...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 192: ... 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 CB2OHHL3 This d...

Page 193: ...e feature This 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 progra...

Page 194: ...es If not your garage door opener is a rolling code device 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 Remove the battery cover of the ha...

Page 195: ...uttons at the same time to put the device into programming mode 4 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 5 After entering the swi...

Page 196: ...ome lighting repeat Steps 1 through 8 choosing a different 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 r...

Page 197: ... to hold the button from five to 20 seconds 4 Immediately release the button when the garage door moves The indicator light will blink rapidly until programming is complete 5 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 repea...

Page 198: ...ion on Universal Home Remote see Customer Assistance Offices on page 638 Universal Home Remote System Operation With One Triangular LED Your vehicle may have the Universal Home Remote System If there is one triangular Light Emitting Diode 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 ...

Page 199: ...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 200: ...ing 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 201: ...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 202: ...e Box Open the glove box by pulling the bottom of the handle upward Cupholder s Your vehicle may have cupholders located in the front console or in the fold down armrest Front Storage Area Your vehicle may have a center armrest storage compartment in the front bench seat To open it fold down the armrest and press the latch handle located at the front of the armrest Center Console Storage Area Your...

Page 203: ...e cover 1 To remove unsnap the cover Roll it up and stow it using the buckle and strap located at the front of the box A Back rail B Side rail C Rear bow D Center bow E Front bow F Front rail 2 Remove the tonneau cover from the notch in the front rail on the driver s side of the vehicle 203 ...

Page 204: ...d front center and rear to remind you of the order in which to reinstall them 4 To add cargo to the box remove all bows and the back rail and stow them safely To clean the tonneau cover use mild soap and water If necessary use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt trapped in the grain of the material 204 ...

Page 205: ...ontrol must be held until the glass stops moving so that the sunroof will be fully seated The sunroof also has a roller sunscreen that can be used to block the rays of the sun The roller sunscreen can be manually operated with the sunroof in an open or closed position To open the sunscreen press up to unlatch it and roll it back To close pull it forward and latch it to the close position If the ba...

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Page 207: ...ess 224 Dome Lamps 224 Dome Lamp Override 225 Entry Lighting 225 Exit Lighting 225 Front Reading Lamps 225 Cargo Lamp 226 Electric Power Management 226 Accessory Power Outlet s 227 Ashtray s and Cigarette Lighter 228 Climate Controls 228 Climate Control System 228 Dual Climate Control System 230 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 233 Outlet Adjustment 241 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 242...

Page 208: ...ation and Displays 264 DIC Warnings and Messages 267 DIC Vehicle Customization 279 Audio System s 286 Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems RDS 287 Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems RDS 288 AM FM Radio 288 Radio with CD 291 Radio with Cassette and CD 300 Radio with Six Disc CD 313 XM Radio Messages 327 Rear Seat Entertainment System 328 Rear Seat Audio RSA 341 Th...

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Page 210: ...Instrument Panel Overview Automatic Transmission Version shown Manual Transmission Version similar 210 ...

Page 211: ...ation on page 140 H Shift Lever See Automatic Transmission Operation on page 140 or Manual Transmission Operation on page 149 for manual transmissions I Tow Haul Selector Button If Equipped See Tow Haul Mode on page 147 J Audio System See Audio System s on page 286 K Climate Control System See Climate Control System on page 228 Dual Climate Control System on page 230 and Dual Automatic Climate Con...

Page 212: ...he hazard warning flashers warn others They also let police know you have a problem Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off The hazard warning 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 la...

Page 213: ...ng wheel and pull the lever Then move the steering wheel to a comfortable position and release the lever to lock the wheel in place Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following G Turn and Lane Change Signals See Turn and Lane Change Signals on page 214 53 Headlamp High Low Beam Changer See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 215 Flash ...

Page 214: ...e than one second will cause the turn signals to flash until you release the lever The lever will return by itself when it is released An arrow on the instrument panel cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change As you signal a turn or a lane change if the arrows flash more quickly than normal a signal bulb may be burned out and other drivers will not see your turn signal If a b...

Page 215: ...s are in the automatic position or on low beam your high beam headlamps will turn on They will stay on as long as you hold the lever toward you The high beam indicator on the instrument panel cluster will come on Release the lever to return to normal operation Windshield Wipers Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using them If they are frozen to the windshield gently loosen ...

Page 216: ...6 Low Speed For steady wiping at low speed turn the band away from you to the first solid band past the delay settings 1 High Speed For high speed wiping turn the band further to the second solid band past the delay settings 9 Off To stop the wipers move the band to off Windshield Washer LQ Washer Fluid There is a paddle marked with the windshield washer symbol at the top of the multifunction leve...

Page 217: ... or resume to a previously set speed T Set Press this button to set the speed With cruise control the vehicle can maintain a speed of about 25 mph 40 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator This can really help on long trips Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph 40 km h If you apply your brakes the cruise control will shut off CAUTION Cruise control can be dan...

Page 218: ...cruise symbol on the instrument panel will come on when the cruise control is engaged Resuming a Set Speed Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired speed and then you apply the brake This of course disengages the cruise control But you do not need to reset it Once you are going about 25 mph 40 km h or more you can move the cruise control switch briefly from on to resume accelerate You will...

Page 219: ...e set button until you reach the desired lower speed then release it To slow down in very small amounts briefly press the set button Each time you do this you will go about 1 mph 1 6 km h slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed When you take your foot off the pedal your vehicle will slow down to the cruise control speed you set ear...

Page 220: ...peed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition your cruise control set speed memory is erased Headlamps The control on the driver s side of your instrument panel operates the headlamps The headlamp control has four positions 9 Off Turn the control to this position to turn off the Daytime Running Lamps DRL and the automatic headlamps AUTO Automatic Turn the control to this positio...

Page 221: ...inder A reminder chime will sound when the headlamps or parking lamps are manually turned on and your ignition is off and a door is open To disable the chime turn the light off 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...

Page 222: ...on is on The system may also turn on the 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 he...

Page 223: ...The parking lamps and or low beam headlamps must be on for the fog lamps to work Press the button to turn the fog lamps on or off An indicator light will glow in the button when the fog lamps are on Remember fog lamps alone will not give off as much light as the headlamps Never use the fog lamps in the dark without turning on the headlamps The fog lamps will go off whenever the high beam headlamps...

Page 224: ... further information see Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment on page 410 Instrument Panel Brightness D Instrument Panel Brightness This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights The thumbwheel for this feature is located next to the headlamp control Move the thumbwheel up to adjust the instrument panel lights and to return the radio display to full brightness when the head...

Page 225: ...When the doors are opened the dome lamps will come on if the dome override button is in the extended position If the dome override button is pressed in the lamps will not come on Exit Lighting With exit lighting the interior lamps will come on when the key is removed from the ignition They will turn off automatically in 20 seconds The lights will not come on if the dome override button is pressed ...

Page 226: ...igh This is true for all vehicles This is because the generator alternator may not be spinning fast enough at idle to produce all the power that is needed for very high electrical loads A high electrical load occurs when several of the following loads are on headlamps high beams fog lamps rear window defogger climate control fan at high speed heated seats engine cooling fans trailer loads and load...

Page 227: ...is would not be covered by the warranty Always unplug all electrical devices when turning off your vehicle Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible to the accessory power outlet 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 Adding any electrical equipment to your vehicle may d...

Page 228: ...it is ready the lighter will pop back out by itself Notice Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating will not allow the lighter to back away from the heating element when it is hot Damage from overheating may occur to the lighter or heating element or a fuse could be blown Do not hold a cigarette lighter in while it is heating Climate Controls Climate Control System Fan Knob The fan knob ...

Page 229: ...t panel outlets The flow can be divided between vent and floor outlets depending upon where the knob is placed between the settings 6 Floor This mode directs most of the air through the floor outlets and the rest of the air is divided between the windshield defroster outlets and the side window defroster outlets W Defog Airflow is delivered through the floor outlets the windshield defroster outlet...

Page 230: ...the air to the instrument panel outlets then directs most of the remaining air to the floor outlets A little air is directed toward the windshield and the 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 a little air directed to the windshield and the side window outlets h Recircu...

Page 231: ...ill come on and the system will begin to cool and dehumidify the air inside of your vehicle You may notice a slight change in engine performance when the air conditioning compressor shuts off and turns on again 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 contr...

Page 232: ...turn the rear window defogger on or off An indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that the rear window defogger is activated This button will also activate the heated mirrors if the vehicle has them The rear window defogger will automatically turn off several minutes after the button is pressed Pressing the button while the defogger is running can also turn off the defogger W M...

Page 233: ...ture 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 Turn the knob counterclockwise or clockwise to lower or increase the cabin temperature Th...

Page 234: ...omatic 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 selected the display will change to show the current driver s set temperature delivery mode and fan speed Press the AUTO button again within five seconds to display the passe...

Page 235: ... windshield This sensor regulates air temperature based on sun intensity It also turns on the headlamps For more information on the solar sensor see Sensors later in this section To avoid blowing cold air in cold weather the system will delay turning 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...

Page 236: ... displaying the current status of the system H Panel This mode directs air to the instrument panel outlets Bi Level This mode directs warmer air to the floor and cooler air to the instrument panel outlets 6 Floor This mode directs air to the floor outlets Defog See Defogging and Defrosting later in this section Recirculation Press this button to limit the amount of outside air entering your vehicl...

Page 237: ...n The temperature can also be adjusted using either temperature knob Press the up or down arrows on the fan switch the defrost button the AUTO button or the air conditioning button to turn the system on when it is off Display If you press the mode button to select an air delivery mode the display will change to show you the selected air delivery mode After ten seconds the display will change to sh...

Page 238: ...oning to be effective the snowflake symbol will turn off to let you know the air conditioning mode has been canceled When air conditioning is selected or in AUTO mode the system will run the air conditioning automatically to cool and dehumidify the air entering the vehicle If you select A C off while in front defrost defog or recirculation the A C snowflake symbol will turn off but the A C compres...

Page 239: ...he middle of the instrument panel monitors the solar radiation Do not cover the solar sensor or the system will not work properly There is an interior temperature sensor located next to the steering wheel that measures the temperature of the air inside your vehicle 239 ...

Page 240: ... be used as needed to maintain cool outlet temperatures Defogging and Defrosting You can use either defog or front defrost to clear fog or frost from your windshield Use the defog mode to clear the windows of fog or moisture Use the front defrost button to defrost the front windshield Defog Use this setting to clear the windows of fog or moisture Press the mode button to select this setting This s...

Page 241: ... Repairs would not be covered by your warranty Outlet Adjustment Use the air outlets located in the center and on the side of your instrument panel to direct the airflow Operation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlets free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work better reducing the chance of fogging the inside of your windows When you enter a vehicl...

Page 242: ... 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 243: ...r 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 Heavy Duty Automatic Transmission version shown Canada Light Duty Automatic and Manual Transmission Clusters similar 243 ...

Page 244: ...u how far 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...

Page 245: ...n page 103 for more information Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster which shows the airbag symbol The system checks the airbag s electrical system for malfunctions The light tells you if there is an electrical problem The system check includes the airbag sensors the airbag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module and if eq...

Page 246: ...ill go off when you turn the airbag on CAUTION If the right front passenger s airbag is turned off for a person who is not in a risk group identified by the national government that person will not have the extra protection of an airbag In a crash the airbag will not be able to inflate and help protect the person sitting there Do not turn off the passenger s airbag unless the person sitting there ...

Page 247: ...a passenger airbag risk group sit in the right front CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued passenger s position for example do not secure a rear facing child restraint in your vehicle until you have your vehicle serviced If your vehicle is an extended cab pickup and this ever happens do not let anyone whom the national government has identified as a member of the passenger airbag risk group sit in t...

Page 248: ...ve a label on your sun visor that says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys CAUTION Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal airbag if the system detects a rear facing child restraint no system is failsafe and no one can guarantee that an airbag will not de...

Page 249: ...restraint whenever possible If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the right front passenger s frontal airbag is enabled may inflate CAUTION If the on indicator comes on when you have a rear facing child restraint installed in the right front passenger s seat it means that the passenger sensing system has not turned off the passenger s frontal...

Page 250: ...otect the person sitting there Do not turn off the passenger s airbag unless the person sitting there is in a risk group See Airbag Off Switch on page 99 for more on this including important safety information If after several seconds all status indicator lights remain on or if there are no lights at all there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system See your dealer for ser...

Page 251: ...air conditioner Voltmeter Gage When the engine is not running but the ignition is in RUN this gage shows your battery s state of charge in DC volts While the engine is running this gage shows the condition of the charging system The gage may transition from a higher to lower or a lower to higher reading This is normal Readings between the low and high warning zones indicate the normal operating ra...

Page 252: ... the next highest gear It will help the vehicle get the best fuel economy Brake System Warning Light With the ignition on the brake system warning light will flash when you set the parking brake The light will flash if the parking brake does not release fully If you try to drive with the parking brake engaged a chime will sound when the vehicle speed is greater than 3 mph 5 km h Your vehicle s hyd...

Page 253: ...nd stopped carefully have the vehicle towed for service Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light With the Anti Lock Brake System ABS this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds That is normal If the light does not come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem If the light stays on or comes on when you are driving your vehicl...

Page 254: ...are driving there may be a problem with your Traction Assist System and your vehicle may need service When this light is on the system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly Engine Coolant Temperature 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 10...

Page 255: ...sion shifting patterns The transmission will return to normal shifting patterns when the transmission fluid temperature falls below 260 F 125 C See Driver Information Center DIC on page 263 for further information If your vehicle has an Allison transmission and the fluid reaches temperatures of approximately 275 F 135 C or greater the DIC will display a TRANS HOT IDLE ENGINE warning message and a ...

Page 256: ...er if equipped A temporary solution to reduce hotter transmission operating temperatures may be to let the transmission cool down If the transmission is operated at higher temperatures on a frequent basis see Scheduled Maintenance Gasoline Engine on page 615 for the proper transmission maintenance intervals Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle has a computer which monitors op...

Page 257: ...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 464 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 258: ...d restart the engine If the light remains on steady see If the Light Is On Steady following If the light is still flashing follow the previous steps and see your dealer for service as soon as possible If the Light Is On Steady You may be able to correct the emission system malfunction by considering the following Did you recently put fuel into your vehicle If so reinstall the fuel cap making sure ...

Page 259: ...st equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed Emissions 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 kno...

Page 260: ...r some other problem causing low oil pressure Check your oil as soon as possible See OIL PRESSURE LOW under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 267 and Engine Oil Gasoline Engine on page 482 CAUTION Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low If you do your engine can become so hot that it catches fire You or others could be burned Check your oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced...

Page 261: ...ntrol on page 217 for more information Highbeam On Light This light comes on when the high beam headlamps are in use See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer on page 215 Four Wheel Drive Light The four wheel drive light comes on when you shift a manual transfer case into four wheel drive and the front axle engages Some delay between the shifting and the light coming on is normal See Four Wheel Drive on ...

Page 262: ...e information see Cargo Lamp on page 226 Fuel Gage When the ignition is on the fuel gage tells you about how much fuel you have left in your tank The gage will first indicate empty before you are out of fuel and you should get more fuel as soon as possible When the fuel tank is low the FUEL LEVEL LOW message will appear See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 267 for more information United States C...

Page 263: ...nk is low on fuel To turn it off add fuel to the fuel tank See Fuel on page 466 Driver Information Center DIC The Driver Information Center DIC display is located on the instrument panel cluster below the speedometer If your vehicle has DIC buttons they are located on the steering wheel The DIC can display information such as the trip odometer fuel economy customization features and warning status...

Page 264: ...y the current range fuel used average fuel economy and engine oil life 4 Customization Press this button to access the vehicle settings menu and customize the personal settings on your vehicle r Select Press this button to reset certain DIC functions and set your customization settings Pressing any of the four DIC buttons will acknowledge DIC messages and clear them from the DIC display DIC Operat...

Page 265: ...elect button for one second while in one of the trip modes This will reset the information for TRIP A or TRIP B You can also reset TRIP A or TRIP B while they are displayed by pressing the reset stem on the cluster If you press and hold the reset stem or the select button for four seconds the display will show the distance traveled since the last ignition cycle for TRIP A or TRIP B See Trip Odomet...

Page 266: ...age fuel economy and the engine oil life system Fuel Range Press the fuel information button until RANGE appears on the display This mode shows the remaining distance you can drive without refueling It is based on fuel economy and the fuel remaining in the fuel tank The display will show LOW if the fuel level is low The fuel economy data used to determine fuel range is an average of recent driving...

Page 267: ...toring the oil life additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual See Engine Oil Gasoline Engine on page 482 and Scheduled Maintenance Gasoline Engine on page 615 Customization Button 4 Customization Press the customization button to access the VEHICLE SETTINGS menu and customize the settings to your vehicle See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 279 for more info...

Page 268: ...ng with this problem could drain the battery Have the electrical system checked by your dealer as soon as possible Pressing any of the four DIC buttons will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display If your vehicle does not have the four DIC buttons pressing the trip odometer reset stem will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display See Battery Warning Light on page...

Page 269: ...in the instrument panel cluster See Safety Belt Reminder Light on page 245 for more information Pressing any of the four DIC buttons will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display If your vehicle does not have the four DIC buttons pressing the trip odometer reset stem will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display CHANGE ENGINE OIL This message is displayed when the...

Page 270: ...dshield washer reservoir will clear the message Pressing any of the four DIC buttons will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display If your vehicle does not have the four DIC buttons pressing the trip odometer reset stem will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display DRIVER DOOR AJAR If the driver s door is not fully closed this message will appear on the display an...

Page 271: ...age will clear when the engine has cooled to a safe operating temperature FUEL LEVEL LOW If the fuel level is low this message will appear on the DIC and you will hear a chime Refuel as soon as possible Pressing any of the four DIC buttons will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display If your vehicle does not have the four DIC buttons pressing the trip odometer reset stem will ack...

Page 272: ... See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode in the Index for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency If your vehicle has a low coolant level sensor this message will appear on the DIC if the engine coolant level is low Adding coolant to the coolant recovery tank will clear the message See Cooling System on page 504 Pressing any of the four DIC buttons will acknowledge the messa...

Page 273: ...door for obstructions and close the door again Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC Pressing any of the four DIC buttons will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display If your vehicle does not have the four DIC buttons pressing the trip odometer reset stem will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display RANGE SHIFT INHIBITED Allison Transmission Only ...

Page 274: ...our DIC buttons pressing the trip odometer reset stem will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display SERVICE 4WD Four Wheel Drive If a problem occurs with the four wheel drive system this message will appear on the DIC If this message appears stop as soon as possible and turn off the vehicle Restart the vehicle and check for the message on the DIC display If the message is still di...

Page 275: ...n lead to a crash Have the brake system serviced as soon as possible If your vehicle has vacuum assist power brakes this message will be displayed on the DIC when there is a problem with the Supplemental Brake Assist system If the message is displayed immediately after starting the vehicle or the message appears while driving the Supplemental Brake Assist system needs service See your dealer See B...

Page 276: ... odometer reset stem will acknowledge the message and clear it from the DIC display TIGHTEN FUEL CAP If the vehicle s fuel cap is not tightened properly this message may appear along with the check engine light on the instrument panel See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 256 Fully reinstall the fuel cap See Filling the Tank on page 471 The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been...

Page 277: ...d the transmission shifting patterns will return to normal If the vehicle has the Tow Haul mode use this feature if the transmission is operating at higher temperatures and or the following situations exist which can cause the transmission to operate at higher temperatures Towing a trailer Hot outside air temperatures Hauling a large or heavy load Over loading Low transmission fluid level High tra...

Page 278: ...n to cool This message will clear and the chime will stop when the fluid temperature reaches a safe level See Transmission Temperature Gage on page 255 TRANS Transmission IN WARM UP Allison Transmission Only When temperatures are very cold the transmission will prevent certain operations such as shifts to some ranges and engaging the torque converter clutch to protect against damage When active th...

Page 279: ...tomizable options After pressing the customization button VEHICLE SETTINGS will momentarily display before going to a customization option Lock Doors Automatic Transmission only If you have an automatic transmission vehicle press the customization button until LOCK DOORS appears in the display To select your preference for automatic locking press the select button while LOCK DOORS is displayed on ...

Page 280: ...oors will unlock when the key is taken out of the ignition UNLOCK DOORS MANUALLY The doors will not be unlocked automatically Choose one of the available options and press the customization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature For more information on automatic door locks see Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 122 Door Lock Delay Crew Cab only ...

Page 281: ...ll not operate if the key is in the ignition Lock Feedback Press the customization button until LOCK FEEDBACK appears in the display To select your preference for the feedback you receive when locking the vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter press the select button while LOCK FEEDBACK is displayed on the DIC Pressing the select button will scroll through the following choices LOCK...

Page 282: ...lash each time you press the button with the unlock symbol on the RKE transmitter and the horn will chirp the second time you press the unlock button UNLOCK FEEDBACK OFF There will be no feedback when unlocking the vehicle Choose one of the available options and press the customization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature Headlamp Delay Press the cus...

Page 283: ...the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter PERIMETER LIGHTS OFF The perimeter lights will not come on when you unlock the vehicle with the RKE transmitter Choose one of the available options and press the customization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature Easy Exit Seat Press the customization button until EASY EXIT SEAT appears in the display To selec...

Page 284: ...e it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature For more information on tilt mirror in reverse see Outside Curb View Assist Mirrors on page 188 Alarm Warning Press the customization button until ALARM WARNING appears in the display To select your preference for alarm warning press the select button while ALARM WARNING is displayed on the DIC Pressing the select button wil...

Page 285: ...then display the information in the language you chose You can also scroll through the different languages by pressing and holding the trip reset stem for four seconds as long as you are in the odometer mode Display Units Press the customization button until DISPLAY UNITS appears in the display To select English or metric press the select button while DISPLAY UNITS is displayed on the DIC Pressing...

Page 286: ...favorite radio stations setting the tone and adjusting the speakers Then when driving conditions permit you can tune to your favorite stations using the presets and steering wheel controls if the vehicle has them CAUTION This system provides you with a far greater access to audio stations and song listings Giving extended attention to entertainment tasks while driving can cause a crash and you or ...

Page 287: ...le s systems may interfere with the operation of sound equipment that has been added Notice The chime signals related to safety belts parking brake and other functions of your vehicle operate through the radio entertainment system If that equipment is replaced or additional equipment is added to your vehicle the chimes may not work Make sure that replacement or additional equipment is compatible w...

Page 288: ...me time until RDS TIME appears on the display To accept this time press and hold the hour and minute buttons at the same time for another two seconds If the time is not available from the station NO UPDAT update will appear on the display RDS time is broadcast once a minute After tuning to an RDS broadcast station it may take a few minutes for the time to update AM FM Radio Playing the Radio PWR P...

Page 289: ...eeks and scans stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band Setting Preset Stations Up to 18 stations six FM1 six FM2 and six AM can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons by performing the following steps 1 Turn the radio on 2 Press AM FM to select FM1 FM2 or AM 3 Tune in the desired station 4 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until you hear a beep Whenever ...

Page 290: ... fade to the middle position select BAL or FAD Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until you hear a beep B balance and a zero or F fade and a zero appears on the display To adjust both tone controls and both speaker controls to the middle position first end out of audio mode by pressing another button causing the radio to perform that function or wait five seconds for the display t...

Page 291: ...ies Display messages from radio stations This system relies upon receiving specific information from these stations and will only work when the information is available 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 While the radio is tuned to an RDS station the station name or call l...

Page 292: ...to change what appears on the display while using RDS The display options are station name RDS station frequency PTY and the name of the program if available For XM if equipped press the INFO knob while in XM mode to retrieve four different categories of information related to the current song or channel Artist Song Title Category or PTY Channel Number Channel Name To change the default on the dis...

Page 293: ... either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows for more than four seconds PSCN will appear on the display and you will hear a double beep The radio will go to a preset station play for a few seconds then go on to the next preset station Press either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows again to stop scanning presets The radio will only scan stations with a strong signal that are in the selected band Setting Preset St...

Page 294: ...e or speaker control is displayed ALL CENTERED will appear on the display you will hear a beep and the display level will be adjusted to the middle position AUTO EQ Automatic Equalization Press this button to select customized equalization settings designed for country western jazz talk pop rock and classical Selecting CUSTOM or changing bass or treble returns the EQ to the manual bass and treble ...

Page 295: ...nce the desired PTY is displayed press and release either the TYPE or the SEEK arrows to select and to take you to the PTY s first station 4 To go to another station within that PTY and the PTY is displayed press either the TYPE or the SEEK arrows once If the PTY is not displayed go back to Step 1 5 Press either the TYPE or the SEEK arrows to exit program type select mode If the radio cannot find ...

Page 296: ...the display 3 Turn the TYPE knob or press and release the TYPE button to select a PTY 4 Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until you hear a beep Whenever that numbered pushbutton is pressed the PTY that was set will return 5 Repeat the steps for each pushbutton RDS Messages INFO Information If the current station has a message the information symbol will appear on the display Press...

Page 297: ...in the player it will stay in the player When the ignition or radio is turned on the CD will start playing where it stopped if it was the last selected audio source When a CD is inserted the CD symbol will appear on the display As each new track starts to play the track number will appear on the display The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch 8 cm single CDs with an adapter ring Full size CDs an...

Page 298: ... once the player will continue moving backward through the CD 2 NEXT Press this pushbutton to go to the next track TRACK and the track number will appear on the display If this pushbutton is held or pressed more than once the player will continue moving forward through the CD 3 REV Reverse Press and hold this pushbutton to quickly reverse within a track Press and hold this pushbutton for less than...

Page 299: ... track Press either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows again to stop scanning INFO Information Press this knob to see how long the current track has been playing ET and the elapsed time will appear on the display To change the default on the display track or elapsed time press the knob until you see the display you want then hold the knob for two seconds The radio will produce one beep and the selected d...

Page 300: ...and try again There may have been a problem while burning the CD The label may be caught in the CD player If the CD is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good CD If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your dealer when reporting the problem Radio with Cassette an...

Page 301: ...lso provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States 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 q...

Page 302: ...he display Each higher setting will provide more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds To turn automatic volume off press this button until AVOL OFF appears on the display Finding a Station BAND Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 if equipped The display will show the selection oTUNE p Turn this knob to select radio stations SEEK Press either the SEEK or the TYPE ar...

Page 303: ...ization setting to a preset station perform the following 1 Tune to the preset station 2 Press and release the AUTO EQ button to select the equalization setting Once the equalization no longer appears on the display the equalization will be set for that preset station Setting the Tone Bass Treble AUDIO Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS or TREB treble appears on the display Turn the knob t...

Page 304: ...on the display Turn the knob to move the sound toward the front or the rear speakers To adjust the balance or fade to the middle position while it is displayed push the AUDIO knob then push it again and hold it until the radio produces one beep The balance or fade will be adjusted to the middle position To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position push and hold the AUDIO knob whe...

Page 305: ...r the TYPE or the SCAN arrows to stop at a station BAND Alternate Frequency Alternate frequency allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type To turn alternate frequency on press and hold BAND for two seconds AF alternate frequency ON will appear on the display The radio may switch to stations with a stronger frequency To turn alternate frequency off press and hold BA...

Page 306: ...Once the complete message has been displayed the information symbol will disappear from the display until another new message is received The last message can be displayed by pressing the INFO button You can view the last message until a new message is received or a different station is tuned to Radio Messages CAL ERR Calibration Error The audio system has been calibrated for your vehicle from the...

Page 307: ...or chrome tape is inserted If an error appears on the display see Cassette Tape Messages later in this section 1 PREV Previous The tape must have at least three seconds of silence between each selection for previous to work Press this pushbutton to go to the previous selection on the tape if the current selection has been playing for less than three seconds If pressed when the current selection ha...

Page 308: ...ll continue moving forward or backward through the tape SEEK and a positive or negative number will appear on the display SCAN Press and hold either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep The radio will go to the next selection play for 10 seconds then go on to the next selection Press either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows again to ...

Page 309: ...le to prevent damage to the tapes and player See Care of the Cassette Tape Player on page 345 If the cassette tape is not playing correctly for any other reason try a known good cassette If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your GM dealer If the radio displays an error message write it down and provide it to your GM dealer when reporting the problem CD Adapter ...

Page 310: ...that has been recorded and the way the CD R has been handled There may be an increase in skipping difficulty in finding tracks and or difficulty in loading and ejecting If these problems occur check the bottom surface of the CD If the surface of the CD is damaged such as cracked broken or scratched the CD will not play properly If the surface of the CD is soiled see Care of Your CDs and DVDs on pa...

Page 311: ...d Release this pushbutton to play the passage ET and the elapsed time of the track will appear on the display 4 FWD Forward Press and hold this pushbutton to quickly advance within a track Press and hold this pushbutton for less than two seconds to advance at six times the normal playing speed Press and hold it for more than two seconds to advance at 17 times the normal playing speed Release this ...

Page 312: ...or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening TAPE DISC Press this button to play a cassette tape or CD when listening to the radio The inactive tape or CD will remain safely inside the radio for future listening Z Eject Press this button to stop and eject a CD when it is not playing Eject may be activated with either the ignition or radio off CDs may be loaded with the radio and ...

Page 313: ... until RSE appears on the radio display The current radio source will stop and the DVD sound will come through the speakers To stop listening to the DVD press the TAPE DISC button if a cassette tape or a CD is loaded or press the BAND button to select a different source When the RSE system is turned off the DVD symbol will go off of the radio display and RSE OFF will appear on the radio display Th...

Page 314: ...y also provide the time of day a program type PTY for current programming and the name of the program being broadcast XM Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States 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 digita...

Page 315: ...ear on the display Each higher setting will provide more volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds To turn automatic volume off press this button until AUTO VOL OFF appears on the display Finding a Station BAND Press this button to switch between FM1 FM2 AM or XM1 or XM2 if equipped The display will show the selection oTUNE p Turn this knob to select radio stations SEEK Press either the SEEK or...

Page 316: ...hbutton To store an equalization setting to a preset station perform the following 1 Tune to the preset station 2 Press and release the AUTO EQ equalization button to select the equalization setting Once the equalization no longer appears on the display the equalization will be set for that preset station Setting the Tone Bass Treble AUDIO Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASS or TREB appears...

Page 317: ...osition while it is displayed push and hold the AUDIO knob The radio will produce one beep and adjust the display level to the middle position To adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position push and hold the AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker controls are displayed ALL CENTERED will appear on the display and you will hear a beep Finding a Program Type PTY Station RDS and XM To sele...

Page 318: ... display The radio may switch to stations with a stronger frequency To turn alternate frequency off press and hold BAND again for two seconds AF OFF will appear on the display The radio will not switch to other stations This function does not apply for XM Satellite Radio Service Setting Preset PTYs RDS Only These pushbuttons have factory PTY presets Up to 12 PTYs six FM1 and six FM2 can be program...

Page 319: ... your vehicle from the factory If CAL ERR appears on the display it means that the radio has not been configured properly for the vehicle and must be returned to your dealer for service LOCKED This message is displayed when the THEFTLOCK system has locked up Take the vehicle to your dealer for service If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your GM dealer Radio Me...

Page 320: ...sonal computer and a description label is needed try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a marking pen instead Notice If you add any label to a CD insert more than one CD into the slot at a time or attempt to play scratched or damaged 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 th...

Page 321: ...ding CDs press the LOAD button to cancel the loading function The radio will begin to play the last CD loaded If more than one CD has been loaded a number for each CD will appear on the display Playing a Specific Loaded CD For every CD loaded a number will appear on the display To play a specific CD first press the CD AUX button then press the numbered pushbutton that corresponds to the CD A small...

Page 322: ...t causing the player to not eject the CD until the 25 second time period has elapsed REV Reverse Press and hold this button to reverse quickly within a track You will hear sound at a reduced volume Release the button to play the passage The elapsed time of the track will appear on the display FWD Forward Press and hold this button to advance quickly within a track You will hear sound at a reduced ...

Page 323: ... current track if more than ten seconds have played Press the right arrow to go to the next track If either arrow is pressed more than once the player will continue moving backward or forward through the CD SCAN To scan one CD press and hold either SCAN arrow for more than two seconds until TRACK SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep The radio will go to the next track play for 10 second...

Page 324: ...S LIST is present press the SONG LIST button to turn it off 3 Select the desired CD by pressing the numbered pushbutton and then use the SEEK or TYPE right arrow to locate the track to be saved The track will begin to play 4 Press and hold the SONG LIST button to save the track into memory When SONG LIST is pressed one beep will be heard immediately After two seconds of continuously pressing the S...

Page 325: ...ng list the track will be added to the end of the list To delete the entire song list perform the following steps 1 Turn the CD player on 2 Press the SONG LIST button to turn song list on S LIST will appear on the display 3 Press and hold the SONG LIST button for more than four seconds One beep will be heard followed by two beeps after two seconds and a final beep will be heard after four seconds ...

Page 326: ...essage write it down and provide it to your GM dealer when reporting the problem Listening to a DVD If your vehicle has the Rear Seat Entertainment RSE system and a DVD is playing the DVD symbol will appear on the radio display indicating that the DVD is available and can be listened to through your vehicle s speakers To listen to the DVD press the CD AUX button until RSE appears on the radio disp...

Page 327: ... text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly CH Off Air Channel not in service This channel is not currently in service Tune to another channel CH Unavail Channel no longer available This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned Tune to another station If this station was one of the presets choose another station for that preset button No Info Artist Name Feature n...

Page 328: ...e is received when tuned to channel 0 there may be a receiver fault Consult with your GM dealer Chk XMRcvr Hardware failure If this message does not clear within a short period of time the receiver may have a fault Consult with your GM dealer Rear Seat Entertainment System Your vehicle may have a DVD Rear Seat Entertainment RSE system The RSE system includes a DVD player a video display screen two...

Page 329: ...wer The signal may be lost if the system is turned off or if the headphones are out of range of the transmitters When using the wired headphones if the front seat passengers play a CD in the Radio with Six Disc CD if equipped or use XM Satellite Radio Service if equipped you will hear the audio for these sources instead of the DVD or CD that is currently playing through the RSE Notice Do not store...

Page 330: ...dio and video signals to be connected from an auxiliary device such as a camcorder or a video game unit to the RSE system Standard RCA cables not included are needed to connect the auxiliary device to the RCA jacks The yellow connector inputs video and the red and white connectors input right and left audio Refer to the manufacturer s instructions for proper connection of the auxiliary device To u...

Page 331: ...ill always transmit the audio signal by infrared to the wireless headphones if there is audio available See Headphones previously for more information The RSE system is capable of outputting audio to the vehicle speakers by using the radio The RSE system may be selected as an audio source on the radio if the RSE system power is on Once the RSE system is selected as an audio source on the radio adj...

Page 332: ... later in this section for more information The DVD player power may be turned on when the ignition is in RUN ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active The RSE system DVD player is only compatible with DVDs of the appropriate region code for the country that the vehicle was sold in The DVD region code is printed on the jacket of most DVDs Standard audio CDs CD R CD RW Video CD and P...

Page 333: ...Main DVD Menu Press this button to access the DVD menu The DVD menu is different on every DVD Use the up down left and right arrow buttons to move the cursor around the DVD menu After making a selection press the enter button This button only operates when playing a DVD z Set up Menu Press this button to adjust the color tint brightness contrast display mode and dynamic range compression The dynam...

Page 334: ...ay the main title refer to the on screen instructions Stopping and Resuming Playback To stop playing a disc press and release the stop button on the DVD player faceplate or the remote control To resume playback press the play pause button on the DVD player faceplate or the remote control The movie should resume play from where it was last stopped if the disc has not been ejected and the stop butto...

Page 335: ...king the line of sight may also affect the function of the remote control 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 To extend the life of the batteries the remote control does not have a press and hold feature Remote Control Buttons O Power Press this bu...

Page 336: ...ying rewinding or fast forwarding a DVD or CD Press this button twice to return to the beginning of the DVD t Previous Track Chapter Press this button to return to the start of the current track or chapter Press this button again to return to the previous track or chapter This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews 1 through 0 Numeric Keypad The numer...

Page 337: ...s button to turn on subtitles and to move through subtitle options when a DVD is playing The format and content of this function will vary for each disc Fast Forward Press this button to fast forward the DVD or CD To stop fast forwarding press this button again This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews s Play Pause Press this button to start play of...

Page 338: ...he ignition might not be in on or accessory The parental control button might have been turned on The power indicator light will flash Disc will not play The system might be off The parental control button might have been turned on The power indicator light will flash The system might be in auxiliary mode The disc is upside down or is not compatible The picture does not fill the screen There are b...

Page 339: ...dicator light will flash Problem Recommended Action After stopping the player I push Play but sometimes the DVD starts where I left off and sometimes at the beginning If the stop button was pressed one time the DVD player will resume playing where the DVD was stopped If the stop button was pressed two times the DVD player will begin to play from the beginning of the DVD The auxiliary source is run...

Page 340: ...s The RSE is working correctly Use the wireless headphones or have the front seat passengers listen to another audio source DVD Messages The following errors may be displayed on the video screen Disc Format Error This message will be displayed if a disc is inserted upside down if the disc is not readable or if the format is not compatible with the DVD player Load Eject Error This message will be d...

Page 341: ...ear Seat Audio RSA This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to any of the sources radio cassette tapes CDs or DVDs However the rear seat passengers can only control the sources that the front seat passengers are not listening to For example rear seat passengers may listen to and control cassette tapes CDs or DVDs through the headphones while the driver listens to the radio through the fr...

Page 342: ...dio When a cassette tape is playing press the up or the down arrow to go to the next or the previous selection This function is inactive if the front seat passengers are listening to a cassette tape When a CD is playing press the up arrow to go to the next track on the CD Press the down arrow to go to the start of the current track if more than eight seconds have played This function is inactive i...

Page 343: ... VIN If the radio is moved to a different vehicle it will not operate and LOCKED will appear on the display When the radio and vehicle are turned off the blinking red light indicates that THEFTLOCK is armed With THEFTLOCK activated the radio will not operate if stolen Audio Steering Wheel Controls If your vehicle has this feature some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel They inclu...

Page 344: ... that are in the selected band When a cassette tape or CD is playing press the up or the down arrow to fast forward or reverse Q VOLR Volume Press the up or the down arrow to increase or to decrease the volume 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...

Page 345: ... tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause reduced sound quality ruined cassettes or a damaged mechanism Cassette tapes should be stored in their cases away from contaminants direct sunlight and extreme heat If they are not they may not operate properly or may cause failure of the tape player The tape player should be cleaned regularly after every 50 hours of use The radio may display CL...

Page 346: ... Insert the scrubbing action cleaning cassette 5 Eject the cleaning cassette after the manufacturer s recommended cleaning time When the cleaning cassette has been ejected the cut tape detection feature will be active again A non scrubbing action wet type cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape head can be used This type of cleaning cassette will not eject on its own A n...

Page 347: ... to the edge Do not touch the bottom side of a CD while handling it this could damage the surface Pick up CDs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Care of the CD and DVD Player The use of CD lens cleaners for CDs is not advised due to the risk of contaminating the lens of the CD optics with lubricants internal to the CD mechanism Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast ...

Page 348: ... The radio is used to adjust the vehicle s chime level To change the volume level of the chime press and hold pushbutton 6 with the ignition on and the radio power off The volume level will change from the normal level to loud and LOUD will appear on the radio display To change back to the default or normal setting press and hold pushbutton 6 again The volume level will change from the loud level ...

Page 349: ...et Roads 386 City Driving 390 Freeway Driving 391 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 392 Highway Hypnosis 393 Hill and Mountain Roads 394 Winter Driving 396 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 400 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out 401 Recovery Hooks Except SS Model 402 Loading Your Vehicle 403 Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment 410 Truck Camper Loading Information 415 Pickup Conversi...

Page 350: ... 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 351: ...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 352: ... 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 353: ...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 354: ...ide to 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 fru...

Page 355: ...d up 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 464 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 chec...

Page 356: ...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 357: ...ction Assist System TAS that limits wheel spin This is especially useful in slippery road conditions The system operates only if it senses that one or both of the rear wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens the system reduces engine power to limit wheel spin The traction control system is enabled every time your vehicle is started The system will activate if it senses ...

Page 358: ... will go off and TAS will turn on again This is normal A Traction Assist System Anti Lock Brake System or engine related problem has been detected and the vehicle needs service If the vehicle has been driven with the TAS system on for long periods of time or if the vehicle has gone through many several high speed braking maneuvers the system may be automatically disabled The system will automatica...

Page 359: ...Accessories and Modifications on page 464 for more information Manual Selectable Ride The main function of this system is to provide superior ride comfort while trailering or fully loaded as well as for unloaded driving This system also helps to provide Improved trailering stability Improved handling response when trailering or fully loaded This button is located on the center of the instrument pa...

Page 360: ...ed Press the button to activate this setting the indicator light will be lit Use this setting when road conditions or personal preference demand more control This setting provides more feel or response to the road conditions FIRM Loaded Press the button to activate this setting the indicator light will be lit Use this setting to minimize trailer inputs to the vehicle or when the vehicle is fully l...

Page 361: ...the one factor you can control Suppose you are steering through a sharp curve Then you suddenly accelerate Both control systems steering and acceleration have to do their work where the tires meet the road Adding the sudden acceleration can demand too much of those places You can lose control See Traction Assist System TAS on page 357 What should you do if this ever happens Ease up on the accelera...

Page 362: ...hese First apply your brakes See Braking on page 354 It is better to remove as much speed as you can from a possible collision Then steer around the problem to the left or right depending on the space available An emergency like this requires close attention and a quick decision If you are holding the steering wheel at the recommended 9 and 3 o clock positions you can turn it a full 180 degrees ve...

Page 363: ... 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 364: ...ce 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 move into the other lane If the way is clear to pass you will have a running start that more than makes up for the distance you would lose by dropping back And if something happens to cause you to cancel your pass you need only slow dow...

Page 365: ...er Skidding In a skid a driver can lose control of the vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possible The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle s three control systems In the braking skid your wheels are not rolling In the steering or cornering skid too much speed or ...

Page 366: ...d snow on the road to make a mirrored surface and slow down when you have any doubt Remember Any Anti Lock Brake System ABS helps avoid only the braking skid Off Road Driving This off road guide is for vehicles that have four wheel drive Also see Braking on page 354 If your vehicle is an SS Model or does not have four wheel drive you should not drive off road unless you are on a level solid surfac...

Page 367: ...r lower air dam is held in place by a series of push pins located around the lower edge of the front bumper The push pins are accessible from underneath the front bumper The following steps must be performed on each of the push pins to remove the air dam 1 Insert a tool into the push pin slot and pull downward until the push pin snaps loose 367 ...

Page 368: ... until the lower dam is free When you are back on roads though be sure to replace the air dam Notice Operating your vehicle for extended periods without the front bumper lower air dam installed can cause improper air flow to the engine and may allow things like fog lamps or tow hooks on the front of your vehicle to be damaged Always be sure to replace the front bumper air dam when you are finished...

Page 369: ...le be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done Check to make sure all underbody shields if the vehicle has them are properly attached Be sure you read all the information about your four wheel drive vehicle in this manual Is there enough fuel Is the spare tire fully inflated Are the fluid levels up where they should be What are the local laws that apply to off roading where you...

Page 370: ...r of gravity making it more likely to roll over You can be seriously or fatally injured if the vehicle rolls over Put heavy loads inside the cargo area not on the roof Keep cargo in the cargo area as far forward and low as possible There are some important things to remember about how to load your vehicle The heaviest things should be on the load floor and forward of your rear axle Put heavier ite...

Page 371: ...ure all refuse is removed from any campsite before leaving Take extreme care with open fires where permitted camp stoves and lanterns Never park your vehicle over dry grass or other combustible materials that could catch fire from the heat of the vehicle s exhaust system Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense to plan your trip especially when going to a remote area Know the terrain and plan your...

Page 372: ...unce Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off road driving One of the best ways to control your vehicle is to control your speed Here are some things to keep in mind At higher speeds You approach things faster and you have less time to scan the terrain for obstacles You have less time to react You have more vehicle bounce when you drive over obstacles You will need more distance for b...

Page 373: ...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 texture change abruptly up ahead Does the trave...

Page 374: ... time you need special alertness and driving skills your reflexes perceptions and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You could have a serious or even fatal accident if you drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking See Drunken Driving on page 351 Driving on Off Road Hills Off road driving often takes you up down or across a hill Driving safely on hills requ...

Page 375: ...e other things to consider as you approach a hill Is there a constant incline or does the hill get sharply steeper in places Is there good traction on the hillside or will the surface cause tire slipping Is there a straight path up or down the hill so you will not have to make turning maneuvers Are there obstructions on the hill that can block your path such as boulders trees logs or ruts What is ...

Page 376: ...traction slide sideways and possibly roll over You could be seriously injured or killed When driving up hills always try to go straight up Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffic know you are there Use your head...

Page 377: ...owly back down the hill as straight as possible in REVERSE R As you are backing down the hill put your left hand on the steering wheel at the 12 o clock position This way you will be able to tell if your wheels are straight and maneuver as you back down It is best that you back down the hill with your wheels straight rather than in the left or right direction Turning the wheel too far to the left ...

Page 378: ...e and stay clear of the path the vehicle would take if it rolled downhill Do not shift the transfer 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 or if you have the manual transmission even if you are in gear This is because the NEUTRAL position on the transfer case...

Page 379: ...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 your 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 cou...

Page 380: ...UTRAL N or with the clutch pedal pressed down with a manual transmission This is called free wheeling Your brakes will have to do all the work and could overheat and fade Q Am I likely to stall when going downhill A It is much more likely to happen going uphill But if it happens going downhill here is what to do 1 Stop your vehicle by applying the regular brakes Apply the parking brake 2 Shift to ...

Page 381: ...nhill 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 your tires to slip sideways downhill If the vehicle slips sideways it can hit something that will trip it a rock a rut etc and roll over Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse If you drive across a rock with the uphill wheels or ...

Page 382: ...on an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you are crossing an incline be sure you and any passengers get out on the uphill side even if the door there is harder to open If you get out on the downhill side and 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 dow...

Page 383: ...e sand is On loosely packed sand such as on beaches or sand dunes your tires will tend to sink into the sand This has an effect on steering accelerating and braking Drive at a reduced speed and avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction On these surfaces it is very easy to lose control On wet ice for example the traction is so poor that you will ha...

Page 384: ... stall Stalling can also occur if you get your tailpipe under water And as long as your tailpipe is under water you will never be able to start your engine When you go through water remember that when your brakes get wet it may take you longer to stop CAUTION Driving through rushing water can be dangerous Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream and you and your passengers could drown If it is...

Page 385: ...ng Drive defensively Do not drink and drive Adjust the inside rearview mirror to reduce the glare from headlamps behind you Since you cannot see as well you may need to slow down and keep more space between you and other vehicles Slow down especially on higher speed roads Your vehicle s headlamps can light up only so much road ahead In remote areas watch for animals If you are tired pull off the r...

Page 386: ...hts dazzle and flash more than clean glass would making the pupils of your eyes contract repeatedly Remember that the headlamps light up far less of a roadway when you are in a turn or curve Keep your eyes moving that way it is easier to pick out dimly lighted objects Just as the headlamps should be checked regularly for proper aim so should your eyes be examined regularly Some drivers suffer from...

Page 387: ...pment in good shape and keep your windshield washer fluid reservoir filled with washer fluid Replace your windshield wiper inserts when they show signs of streaking or missing areas on the windshield or when strips of rubber start to separate from the inserts CAUTION Wet brakes can cause accidents They may not work as well in a quick stop and may cause pulling to one side You could lose control of...

Page 388: ... If you can see reflections from trees telephone poles or other vehicles and raindrops dimple the water s surface there could be hydroplaning Hydroplaning usually happens at higher speeds There just is not a hard and fast rule about hydroplaning The best advice is to slow down when it is raining Driving Through Deep Standing Water Notice If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing wa...

Page 389: ...ld drown Do not ignore police warning signs and otherwise be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Some Other Rainy Weather Tips Turn on your low beam headlamps not just your parking lamps to help make you more visible to others Besides slowing down allow some extra following distance And be especially careful when you pass another vehicle Allow yourself more clear room ahead a...

Page 390: ...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 391 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 391: ...ance 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 as necessary Try to blend smoothl...

Page 392: ... to your speedometer not to your sense of motion After driving for any distance at higher speeds you may tend to think you are going slower than you actually are Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you are ready Try to be well rested If you must start when you are not fresh such as after a day s work do not plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey Wear comfortable clothing an...

Page 393: ...t just plain falling asleep at the wheel Call it highway hypnosis lack of awareness or whatever There is something about an easy stretch of road with the same scenery along with the hum of the tires on the road the drone of the engine and the rush of the wind against the vehicle that can make you sleepy Do not let it happen to you If it does your vehicle can leave the road in less than a second an...

Page 394: ...oad Driving on page 366 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 395: ... 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 396: ...oth and reflective warning triangles And if you will be driving under severe conditions include a small bag of sand a piece of old carpet or a couple of burlap bags to help provide traction Be sure you properly secure these items in your vehicle 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 between the...

Page 397: ...ing on a slippery road But you can turn the TAS off if you ever need to You should turn the TAS off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand mud ice or snow See If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow on page 400 Even though your vehicle has TAS you will want to slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions Under certain conditions you may want to turn the TAS off such as when d...

Page 398: ...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 399: ...ou and kill you You cannot see it or smell it so you might not know it is in your vehicle Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle especially any that is blocking your exhaust pipe And check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind This will help keep CO out 399 ...

Page 400: ...reserve the fuel as long as you can To help keep warm you can get out of the vehicle and do some fairly vigorous exercises 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 ar...

Page 401: ...uld turn it off by pressing the TAS on off button Then shift back and forth between REVERSE R and a forward gear or with a manual transmission between FIRST 1 or SECOND 2 and REVERSE R 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 re...

Page 402: ...ce Always pull the vehicle straight out Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back Notice Never use recovery hooks to tow the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty Your vehicle may have recovery hooks at the front of the vehicle You may need to use them if you...

Page 403: ...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 404: ...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 405: ...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 2 405 ...

Page 406: ...hould never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Tire Label A vehicle specific Certification Tire label is found on 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 Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehic...

Page 407: ...d of your truck could shift forward and come into the passenger area injuring you and others If you put things in the bed of your truck you should make sure they are properly secured CAUTION Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the 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 ...

Page 408: ...ing Your Vehicle for Off Road Driving under Off Road Driving on page 366 Two Tiered Loading By positioning four 2 inches 5 cm by 6 inches 15 cm wooden planks across the width of the pickup box you can create an upper load platform The planks must be inserted in the pickup box depressions The length of the planks must allow for at least a 3 4 inch 2 cm bearing surface on each end of the plank When ...

Page 409: ...aximum Weight Ladder Rack and Cargo 750 lbs 340 kg Cross Toolbox and Cargo 400 lbs 181 kg Side Boxes and Cargo 250 lbs per side 113 kg per side The combined weight for all rail mounted equipment should not exceed 1 000 lbs 454 kg excluded 1500 crew cab models with 5 ft 8 in 173 cm box length A reinforcement kit for rail mounted add on equipment is recommended See your dealer Ladder racks are not r...

Page 410: ...e front or rear axle ratings or the Gross Vehicle Weight GVW are exceeded Q How do I know if my vehicle can handle a snow plow A Some vehicles are built with a special snow plow prep package called RPO VYU If your vehicle has this option you can add a plow to it provided certain weights such as the weights on the vehicle s axles and the Gross Vehicle Weight GVW are not exceeded Q How heavy can a s...

Page 411: ...e carried appropriate counter ballast must be installed rear of the rear axle Counter ballast must be properly secured so it will not move during driving Follow the snow plow manufacturer s recommendations regarding rear ballast Rear ballast may be required to ensure a proper front and rear weight distribution ratio even though the actual weight at the front axle may be less than the front axle ra...

Page 412: ... before reaching your front GAWR The front axle reserve capacity for your vehicle can be found in the lower right corner of the Certification Tire label as shown In order to calculate the amount of weight any front accessory such as a snow plow is adding to the front axle use the following formula W x A W B W B Weight the accessory is adding to the front axle Where W Weight of added accessory A Di...

Page 413: ...e load on the front However the front GAWR rear GAWR and the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR must never be exceeded CAUTION On some vehicles that have certain front mounted equipment such as a snow plow it may be possible to load the front axle to the front gross axle weight rating GAWR but not have enough weight on the rear axle to have proper braking performance If your brakes can not work prop...

Page 414: ... vehicle Your dealer can also help you with this The total vehicle reserve capacity for your vehicle can be found in the lower right corner of the Certification Tire label as shown previously See your dealer for additional advice and information about using a snow plow on your vehicle Also see Loading Your Vehicle on page 403 Emergency Roof Lamp Provisions Vehicles with the RPO VYU snow plow prep ...

Page 415: ...ur vehicle is the weight of the camper plus the following Everything else added to the camper after it left the factory Everything in the camper All the people inside The Cargo Weight Rating CWR is the maximum weight of the load your vehicle can carry It does not 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 ...

Page 416: ...xtra weight from the CWR This extra weight may shorten the center of gravity zone of your vehicle Your dealer can help you with this If your slide in camper and its load weighs less than the CWR the center of gravity zone for your vehicle may be larger Your dealer can help you make a good vehicle camper match and help you determine the CWR After you have loaded your vehicle and camper drive to a w...

Page 417: ... weights Cargo Weight Rating and the correct center of gravity zone for your vehicle your dealer can help you Just ask for a copy of Consumer Information Truck Camper Loading Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab General Motors is aware that some vehicle owners may consider having the pickup box removed and a commercial or recreational body installed Owners should be aware that as manufactured there ar...

Page 418: ...nufacturer s recommendations How far will you tow Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow Do you have the proper towing equipment See your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations Is your vehicle ready to be towed Just as you would prepare your vehicle for a long trip you ll want to make sure your vehicle is prepared to be t...

Page 419: ... your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P for an automatic transmission or if your vehicle is in gear for a manual transmission You or others could be injured Make sure the parking brake is firmly set before you shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL 5 Shift the transfer case to NEUTRAL See Four Wheel Drive on page 153 for the proper procedure to select the neutral position for your ...

Page 420: ...transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed To dolly tow a two wheel drive vehicle you must tow the vehicle with the rear wheels on the dolly See Rear Towing Rear Wheels Off the Ground later in this section for more information Four Wheel Drive Vehicles Use the following procedure to tow your vehicle 1 Drive the vehicle up onto the tow dolly 2 Shift an automatic tra...

Page 421: ... 8 Turn the ignition off and lock the steering column Rear Towing Rear Wheels Off the Ground Two Wheel Drive Vehicles Use the following procedure to tow your vehicle from the rear 1 Drive the vehicle onto the dolly 2 Firmly set the parking brake See Parking Brake on page 170 3 Put an automatic transmission in PARK P or a manual transmission in FIRST 1 4 Follow the dolly manufacturer s instructions...

Page 422: ... vehicles make sure the wheels are straight before proceeding to the next steps On automatic transmission vehicles use an adequate clamping device to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight position CAUTION Shifting a four wheel drive vehicle s transfer case into NEUTRAL can cause your vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in PARK P for an automatic transmission or if your ...

Page 423: ... your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with your vehicle Notice Pulling a fifth wheel trailer with a vehicle that is equipped with the SS trim package could damage the vehicle Do not pull a fifth wheel trailer with a vehicle equipped with the SS trim package To identify the trailering capacity of your vehicle you should read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appe...

Page 424: ...t 500 miles 800 km your new vehicle 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 If you have an automatic transmission you can tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the t...

Page 425: ...h a selection when unloaded may result in unpleasant engine and transmission driving characteristics and reduced fuel economy Tow Haul is recommended only when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be It depends on how you plan to use your rig For example speed altitude road grades outside temperature and how much your vehicle is used...

Page 426: ...trailer weight up to 1 500 lbs 680 kg maximum C 1500 Extended Cab Standard Box 2WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 4300 V6 Auto 3 23 3 73 4 600 lbs 2 087 kg 5 100 lbs 2 313 kg 9 500 lbs 4 309 kg 10 000 lbs 4 536 kg 4300 V6 Manual 3 23 3 600 lbs 1 633 kg 8 500 lbs 3 859 kg 4800 V8 3 23 3 73 5 900 lbs 2 676 kg 6 900 lbs 3 130 kg 11 000 lbs 4 990 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 5300 V8 3 23 3 73 6 900 ...

Page 427: ...del is neither designed nor intended to tow fifth wheel or gooseneck trailers C 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 2WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 5300 V8 3 23 3 73 6 700 lbs 3 039 kg 7 700 lbs 3 493 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 6000 V8 3 73 10 100 lbs 4 581 kg 15 500 lbs 7 031 kg This model is neither designed nor intended to tow fifth wheel or gooseneck trailers C 1500 Regular Cab ...

Page 428: ...8 3 42 3 73 6 800 lbs 3 084 kg 7 800 lbs 3 538 kg 12 000 lbs 5 448 kg 13 000 lbs 5 902 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 1 500 lbs 680 kg maximum Fifth wheel or gooseneck trailer rating limited to 7 600 lbs 3 447 kg Silverado SS Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 6000 V8 3 73 7 800 lbs 3 538 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg This model is neither ...

Page 429: ...d to 7 300 lbs 3 311 kg K 1500 Extended Cab Standard Box 4WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 4800 V8 3 42 3 73 4 10 6 700 lbs 3 039 kg 6 700 lbs 3 039 kg 7 700 lbs 3 493 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 5300 V8 3 42 3 73 4 10 7 700 lbs 3 493 kg 7 700 lbs 3 493 kg 8 700 lbs 3 946 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg 6000 V8 4 10 10 000 ...

Page 430: ... 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg This model is neither designed nor intended to tow fifth wheel or gooseneck trailers K 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 4WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 5300 V8 3 42 3 73 4 10 7 400 lbs 3 357 kg 7 400 lbs 3 357 kg 8 400 lbs 3 810 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg 6000 V8 4 10 9 900 lbs 4 491 kg 15 500 lbs 7 031 kg This model is neither designed no...

Page 431: ...rating limited to 8 300 lbs 3 765 kg K 1500 Extended Cab Long Box 4WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 4800 V8 3 42 3 73 4 10 6 500 lbs 2 948 kg 6 500 lbs 2 948 kg 7 500 lbs 3 402 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 5300 V8 3 42 3 73 4 10 7 500 lbs 3 402 kg 7 500 lbs 3 402 kg 8 500 lbs 3 856 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 13 000 lbs 5 897 kg 14 000 lbs 6 350 kg This vehicl...

Page 432: ...9 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel 3 73 15 400 lbs 6 985 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 3 000 lbs 1 361 kg maximum Trailer rating limited to 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg with weight distributing hitch C 2500 Regular Cab Long Box HD 2WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 6000 V8 4 10 10 500 lbs 4 763 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 8100 ...

Page 433: ...b Long Box HD 2WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 6000 V8 3 73 10 000 lbs 4 536 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 8100 V8 3 73 4 10 13 500 lbs 6 123 kg 15 500 lbs 7 031 kg 20 000 lbs 9 072 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel 3 73 15 100 lbs 6 849 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 3 000 lbs 1 361 kg maximum Traile...

Page 434: ...979 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel 3 73 14 200 lbs 6 441 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 3 000 lbs 1 361 kg maximum Trailer rating limited to 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg with weight distributing hitch K 2500 Regular Cab Long Box HD 4WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 6000 V8 4 10 10 300 lbs 4 672 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 810...

Page 435: ... Weight GCWR 6000 V8 4 10 9 700 lbs 4 400 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 8100 V8 3 73 4 10 13 200 lbs 5 987 kg 14 600 lbs 6 622 kg 20 000 lbs 9 072 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg 6 6L V8 Diesel 3 73 13 200 lbs 5 987 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 3 000 lbs 1 361 kg maximum Trailer rating limited to 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg with ...

Page 436: ... 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg maximum Trailer rating limited to 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg with weight distributing hitch C 3500 Crew Cab 2WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 6000 V8 4 10 9 600 lbs 4 354 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 6000 V8 Dual Rear Wheels 4 10 9 500 lbs 4 309 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 8100 V8 4 10 15 300 lbs 6 940 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg 8100 V8 Dual Rear Wheels 4 10 15 100 lbs 6 849 kg 22 000 lbs 9...

Page 437: ... lbs 1 587 kg maximum Trailer rating limited to 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg with weight distributing hitch K 3500 Extended Cab 4WD Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR 6000 V8 Single Rear Wheel 4 10 9 600 lbs 4 354 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 6000 V8 Dual Rear Wheel 4 10 9 400 lbs 4 264 kg 16 000 lbs 7 257 kg 8100 V8 Single Rear Wheel 4 10 15 200 lbs 6 895 kg 22 000 lbs 9 979 kg 8100 V8 Dual Rear Wheel 4 10 ...

Page 438: ...257 kg 23 500 lbs 10 659 kg Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 percent to 25 percent of trailer weight up to 3 500 lbs 1 587 kg maximum Trailer rating limited to 12 000 lbs 5 443 kg with weight distributing hitch The Gross Combination Weight Rating GCWR is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers cargo equipment and conversi...

Page 439: ...ailer you must add the tongue load to the GVW because your vehicle will be carrying that weight too See Loading Your Vehicle on page 403 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 up to a maximum of 600 lbs 272 kg for the 1500 or 2500 series and up to a maximum of 750 lbs 340 kg f...

Page 440: ...ehicle s ability to carry tongue weight Tongue weight cannot cause the vehicle to exceed the GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating or the RGAWR Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating The effect of additional weight may reduce your trailering capacity more than the total of the additional weight Consider the following example A vehicle model base weight is 5 500 lbs 2 495 kg 2 800 lbs 1 270 kg at the front axle ...

Page 441: ...trailer would only be 7 800 lbs 3 538 kg You may go further and think you must limit tongue weight to less than 1 000 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 ...

Page 442: ...ue If you use a weight distributing hitch make sure you don t go over the rear axle limit before you apply the weight distribution 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 A Body to Ground Distance B Front of Vehicl...

Page 443: ... used with many pickup models These trailers place a larger percentage of the weight kingpin weight on the tow vehicle than conventional trailers Make sure this weight does not cause the vehicle to exceed GAWR or GVWR Fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 to 25 percent of the trailer weight up to the maximum amount specified in the trailering chart for your vehicle See Weight of the...

Page 444: ...ng safety chains Always leave just enough slack so you can turn with your rig Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground Trailer Brakes If your trailer weighs more than 2 000 lbs 900 kg loaded then it needs its own brakes and they must be adequate Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you ll be able to install adjust and maintain them properly Your trailer brak...

Page 445: ...le through a window in the rear or another opening drive with your front main heating or cooling system on and with the fan on any speed This will bring fresh outside air into your vehicle Do not use the climate control setting for maximum air because it only recirculates the air inside your vehicle See Climate Control System on page 228 Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience Bef...

Page 446: ... your vehicle without a trailer This can help you avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns Passing You ll need more passing distance up ahead when you re towing a trailer And because you re a good deal longer you ll need to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before you can return to your lane Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the...

Page 447: ...working Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you start down a long or steep downgrade If you don t shift down you might have to use your brakes so much that they would get hot and no longer work well If you have an automatic transmission you can tow in DRIVE D You may want to shift the transmission to lower gear selection if the transmission shifts too often e g under he...

Page 448: ...ound with the transmission out of gear and the parking brake applied for a few minutes before turning the engine off If you do get the overheat warning see Engine Overheating on page 502 Parking on Hills CAUTION You really should not park your vehicle with a trailer attached on a hill If something goes wrong your rig could start to move People can be injured and both your vehicle and the trailer c...

Page 449: ... 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 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Always put the automatic transmission shift lever fully in PARK P with the parking brake firmly set If you have a manual transmission turn the engine off an...

Page 450: ...hicle will need service more often when you re pulling a trailer See Scheduled Maintenance Gasoline Engine on page 615 for more information Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid don t overfill engine oil axle lubricant belt cooling system and brake system Each of these is covered in this manual and the Index will help you find them quickly If yo...

Page 451: ...vy duty trailering the harness is clipped to the vehicle s frame behind the spare tire mount The harness requires the installation of a trailer connector which is available through your dealer If your trailer is equipped with electric brakes you can get a jumper harness electric trailer brake control with a trailer battery feed fuse from your dealer If you need to tow a light duty trailer with a s...

Page 452: ...s Light Blue CHMSL Red Battery Feed Dark Blue Trailer Brake The Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL wire is tied next to the trailer wiring harness for use with a trailer slide in camper or cap 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...

Page 453: ...to the camper The eight wire harness contains the following camper trailer circuits Yellow Left Stop Turn Signal Dark Green Right Stop Turn Signal Brown Taillamps White Ground Light Green Back up Lamps Light Blue Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL Red Battery Feed Dark Blue Trailer Brake If your vehicle is equipped with the Heavy Duty Trailering option refer to Heavy Duty Trailer Wiring Package ea...

Page 454: ...ve a crash in which you or others could be injured Use only the trailer brake harness intended for your vehicle If it is no longer available to you be sure to get a proper replacement from your dealer This harness is included with your vehicle as part of the heavy duty trailer wiring package This harness is for an electric brake controller and includes a trailer battery feed fuse It should be inst...

Page 455: ...ns to the lower stud B of the relay The auxiliary battery circuit is protected by a megafuse located behind the auxiliary battery Be sure to follow the proper installation instructions that are included with any electrical equipment that you install Notice Leaving electrical equipment on for extended periods will drain the battery Always turn off electrical equipment when not in use and do not use...

Page 456: ...own 2 Set the parking brake 3 Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL 4 Engage the PTO Refer to the manufacturer s or installer s for instructions on electrically engaged PTOs 5 For mobile operations shift the transmission into the gear you want apply the regular brakes and release the parking brake For stationary operations leave the parking brake applied 6 Release the clutch and regular brakes as yo...

Page 457: ... in the preset mode however PTO set and resume speed controls will be inoperative This mode provides a default standby speed of 800 or 850 rpm depending on the engine transmission combination and two default PTO control speeds which follow 1 PTO Set Speed of 1 250 rpm or 2 PTO Resume Speed of 1 700 rpm Please note that the standby speed 800 850 rpm is not to be used as a PTO control speed Vehicles...

Page 458: ...rol Variable Mode PTO speed control mode can be used for both stationary and mobile applications This mode allows PTO to be controlled in a fashion similar to how cruise control sets vehicle speed The operator can set to an rpm between 800 and 2 200 with the cruise control feature or with the SET position on the PTO switch The operator is then able to increase rpm in increments of 100 or tap up wi...

Page 459: ...o satisfy the requirements of the installed PTO system and body equipment When the PTO switch is turned on the engine is limited to 2 200 rpms If there are no accessories installed on the vehicle make sure the PTO switch is turned off Step Bumper Pad Your vehicle has a rear step bumper with a rear step pad at the center of the bumper If you will be using the bumper to tow a trailer and your step b...

Page 460: ... NOTES 460 ...

Page 461: ...rtment Overview 476 Engine Oil Gasoline Engine 482 Engine Oil Life System Gasoline Engine 485 Engine Air Cleaner Filter Gasoline Engines 487 Automatic Transmission Fluid Allison Transmission 490 Automatic Transmission Fluid Except Allison Transmission 493 Manual Transmission Fluid 496 Hydraulic Clutch 498 Engine Coolant 499 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 502 Engine Overheating 502 Overheated Engi...

Page 462: ...ield Wiper Blade Replacement 539 Tires 541 Tire Sidewall Labeling 542 Tire Terminology and Definitions 546 Inflation Tire Pressure 550 Dual Tire Operation 552 Tire Inspection and Rotation 553 When It Is Time for New Tires 555 Buying New Tires 556 Different Size Tires and Wheels 558 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 559 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 560 Wheel Replacement 560 Tire Chains 562 If a Tire...

Page 463: ...Sheet Metal Damage 594 Underbody Maintenance 594 Chemical Paint Spotting 595 Vehicle Care Appearance Materials 595 Vehicle Identification 596 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 596 Service Parts Identification Label 597 Electrical System 597 Add On Electrical Equipment 597 Windshield Wiper Fuses 597 Power Windows and Other Power Options 597 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 598 Instrument Panel Fuse Block...

Page 464: ...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 465: ...ttempt 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 servi...

Page 466: ... an important part of the proper maintenance of your vehicle To help keep your engine clean and maintain 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 I...

Page 467: ...gine If you are using gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher and you hear heavy knocking your engine needs service Gasoline Specifications At a minimum gasoline should meet ASTM specification D 4814 in the United States or CAN CGSB 3 5 in Canada Some gasolines may contain an octane enhancing additive called methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl MMT General Motors recommends against the use o...

Page 468: ...r area General Motors recommends that you use these gasolines if they comply with the specifications described earlier However E85 85 ethanol and other fuels containing more than 10 ethanol must not be used in vehicles that were not designed for those fuels Notice Your vehicle was not designed for fuel that contains methanol Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in your fu...

Page 469: ... website www eere energy gov afdc infrastructure locator html that can help you find E85 fuel Those stations that do have E85 should have a label indicating ethanol content Do not use the fuel if the ethanol content is greater than 85 At a minimum E85 should meet ASTM Specification D 5798 To ensure quick starts in the wintertime the E85 fuel must be formulated properly for your climate according t...

Page 470: ...anol Do not use fuel containing methanol It can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and also damage the plastic and rubber parts That damage would not be covered 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 previo...

Page 471: ...near fuel or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle This is against the law in some 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 ...

Page 472: ... careful not to spill fuel Do not top off or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds after you have finished pumping before removing the nozzle Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Washing Your Vehicle on page 591 When replacing the fuel cap turn it clockwise until it clicks It will require more effort to turn the fuel cap on the last turn as you tighten it Make sure the cap i...

Page 473: ...amp on page 256 Filling a Portable Fuel Container CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs To help avoid injury to you and others Dispense gasoline only into approved containers Do not fill a container while it is inside a veh...

Page 474: ... clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan CAUTION Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel oil coolant brake fluid windshield washer and other fluids and plastic or rubber You or others could be burned Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine 474 ...

Page 475: ...side the vehicle to the lower left of the steering wheel 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release located near the center of the grille 3 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps are on properly Then pull down the hood and close it firmly 475 ...

Page 476: ...Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 4 3L V6 engine here is what you will see 476 ...

Page 477: ...e 490 or Automatic Transmission Fluid Except Allison Transmission on page 493 F Engine Cooling Fan See Cooling System on page 504 G Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil Gasoline Engine on page 482 H Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 510 I Remote Negative Terminal GND See Jump Starting on page 518 J Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting ...

Page 478: ...When you open the hood on the 5 3L V8 engine 4 8L and 6 0L V8 engines similar here is what you will see 478 ...

Page 479: ...e 490 or Automatic Transmission Fluid Except Allison Transmission on page 493 F Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil Gasoline Engine on page 482 G Engine Cooling Fan See Cooling System on page 504 H Remote Negative Terminal GND See Jump Starting on page 518 I Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid on page 510 J Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting ...

Page 480: ...When you open the hood on the 8 1L V8 engine here is what you will see 480 ...

Page 481: ...e 490 or Automatic Transmission Fluid Except Allison Transmission on page 493 F Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil Gasoline Engine on page 482 G Engine Cooling Fan See Cooling System on page 504 H Remote Negative Terminal GND See Jump Starting on page 518 I Remote Positive Terminal See Jump Starting on page 518 J Power Steering Fluid Reservoir See Power Steering Fluid ...

Page 482: ...king Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine oil every time you get 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 476 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...

Page 483: ...d Specifications on page 607 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 476 for the location of the engine oil fill cap Be sure to add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range Push the dipstick al...

Page 484: ... on an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 Oils meeting these requirements should also have the starburst symbol on the container This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute API You should look for this information on the oil container and use only those oils that are identified as meeting GM...

Page 485: ...nge Engine Oil Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know when to change the engine oil and filter This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature and not on mileage Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly you must reset the system every time the oil is changed When the sys...

Page 486: ...setting 3 Turn the ignition key to LOCK If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message comes back on when you start your vehicle the engine oil life system has not reset Repeat the procedure If it still does not reset see your dealer for service What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer Do not let used oil stay on your skin...

Page 487: ... restriction indicator it lets you know when the engine air cleaner filter needs to be replaced On vehicles with a restriction indicator you should inspect the air filter restriction indicator at every oil change and replace the engine air cleaner filter when the indicator tells you to On vehicles without an air filter restriction indicator inspect the air cleaner filter at the Maintenance II inte...

Page 488: ...an Air Filter Restriction Indicator To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the engine air cleaner filter from the vehicle using the steps following When you have the engine air cleaner 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...

Page 489: ...he screws 7 Reset the air filter restriction indicator if the vehicle has one by pressing the button at the end of 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 ...

Page 490: ...this done at the dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick Notice Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust system parts starting a fire Too little fluid could cause the transmission to...

Page 491: ...k is to determine if the transmission has enough fluid to be operated safely until a hot check can be made The fluid level rises as fluid temperature increases Do not fill above the COLD CHECK band if the transmission fluid is below normal operating temperatures 1 Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel 2 Push it back in all the way wait three seconds and then pull it bac...

Page 492: ...evel is within the HOT RUN band on the dipstick The width of the HOT RUN band represents approximately 1 06 quart 1 0 liter of fluid at normal operating temperature 5 If the fluid level is not within the HOT RUN band add or drain fluid as necessary to bring the fluid level to within the HOT RUN band 6 If the fluid level is in the acceptable range push the dipstick back in all the way How to Add Au...

Page 493: ...n page 618 and be sure to use the transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 626 How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid Because this operation can be a little difficult you may choose to have this done at the dealership service department If you do it yourself be sure to follow all the instructions here or you could get a false reading on the dipstick Notice Too much...

Page 494: ...idle for five minutes if outside temperatures are 50 F 10 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 ...

Page 495: ...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 496: ...luid earlier in this section When the correct fluid level is obtained push the dipstick back in all the way then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place Manual Transmission Fluid When to Check Manual Transmission Fluid A good time to have your manual transmission fluid checked is when the engine oil is changed See Additional Required Services Gasoline Engine on page 618 to find out when...

Page 497: ... fully seated If the fluid level is low add more fluid as described in the next steps How to Add Manual Transmission Fluid Here is how to add fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 626 1 Remove the filler plug 2 Add fluid at the filler plug hole Add only enough fluid to bring the fluid level up to the bottom of t...

Page 498: ...ate a problem Have the system inspected and repaired When to Check and What to Use The clutch master cylinder reservoir is located in the rear of the engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle See Engine Compartment Overview on page 476 for more information on location Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often you should check the fluid level in your clutch master cylind...

Page 499: ...you have a problem with engine overheating see Engine Overheating on page 502 A 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant will Give freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C Give boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C Protect against rust and corrosion Help keep the proper engine temperature Let the warning lights and gages work as they should Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL m...

Page 500: ...ur engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Use a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant Notice If you use an improper coolant mixture your engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by your warranty Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine radiator heater core and other parts If you have to add coolant...

Page 501: ... the coolant level should be at the FULL COLD mark If your vehicle is equipped with a low coolant sensor and the LOW COOLANT LEVEL message comes on and stays on it means you are low on engine coolant See LOW COOLANT LEVEL under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 267 Adding Coolant If you need more coolant add the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture at the surge tank but only when the engine is cool See...

Page 502: ...iver Information Center DIC on the instrument panel See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 267 If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine CAUTION Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly even if you just open the hood Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down Wait until there is no sign of steam or coo...

Page 503: ...HOT message with no sign of steam try this for a minute or so 1 If your air conditioner 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 If you are in a traffic jam shift to NEUTRAL N otherwise shift to the highest gear while driving DRIVE D or THIRD 3 If you no longer have the overheat warning you can drive Just to be safe drive slow...

Page 504: ...l notice a loss in power and engine performance This operating mode allows your vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency Driving extended miles km and or towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided Notice After driving in the overheated engine protection operating mode to avoid engine damage allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair The engine oil wil...

Page 505: ...ine 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 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 All Other Engines 505 ...

Page 506: ...ing fan should be running If it is not your vehicle needs service Turn off the engine If your vehicle has an engine driven cooling fan start the engine again and see if the fan speed increases when idle speed is doubled by pushing the accelerator pedal down If it does not your vehicle needs service Turn off the engine Notice Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by ...

Page 507: ...ank but be sure the cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap is cool before you do it See Engine Coolant on page 499 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 ...

Page 508: ...r 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 509: ...ne and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot Watch out for the engine cooling fan By this time the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank may be lower If the level is lower add more of the proper mixture to the coolant surge tank until the level reaches the FULL COLD mark 5 Then replace the pressure cap Be sure the pressure cap is hand tight and fully seated 509 ...

Page 510: ...ly The fan will slow down when additional cooling is not required and the clutch disengages You may also hear this fan noise when you start the engine It will go away as the fan clutch partially disengages If your vehicle has electric cooling fans you may hear the fans spinning at low speed during most everyday driving The fans may turn off if no cooling is required Under heavy vehicle loading tra...

Page 511: ... 4 Replace the cap and completely tighten it 5 Remove the cap again and look at the fluid level on the dipstick The level should be at the FULL COLD mark If necessary add only enough fluid to bring the level up to the mark What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 626 Always use the proper fluid Failure to use the proper fluid can cause leaks ...

Page 512: ...n page 476 for reservoir location Notice When using concentrated washer fluid follow the manufacturer s instructions for adding water Do not mix water with ready to use washer fluid Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system Also water does not clean as well as washer fluid Fill your washer fluid tank only three quarters full when ...

Page 513: ...will not work well or will not work at all So it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak If you add fluid when your linings are worn then you will have too much fluid when you get new brake linings You should add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If you have too much brake fluid it can s...

Page 514: ...not over the MAX mark What to Add When you do need brake fluid use only DOT 3 brake fluid Use new brake fluid from a sealed container only See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 626 Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This will help keep dirt from entering the reservoir CAUTION With the wrong kind of fluid in your brake system your brake...

Page 515: ...pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed The sound may come and go or be heard all the time your vehicle is moving except when you are pushing on the brake pedal firmly CAUTION The brake wear warning sound means that soon your brakes will not work well That could lead to an accident When you hear the brake wear warning sound have your vehicle serviced Notice Conti...

Page 516: ...f brake trouble Brake Adjustment Every time you make a brake stop your brakes adjust for wear Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex Its many parts have to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking Your vehicle was designed and tested with top quality GM brake parts When you replace parts of your braking system for examp...

Page 517: ...es contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Vehicle Storage If you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 days or more remove the black negative cable from the battery This will help keep your battery from running down CAUTION Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can ...

Page 518: ...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 negative grounds to jump start your vehicle 2 ...

Page 519: ... your radio and other accessories when jump starting your vehicle 4 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or accessory power outlets Turn off the radio and all lamps that are not needed This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save the radio 5 Open the hoods and locate the positive and negative terminal loca...

Page 520: ...light Be sure the battery has enough water You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle But if a battery has filler caps be sure the right CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued amount of fluid is there If it is low add water to take care of that first If you do not explosive gas could be present Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Do not get it on you If you ac...

Page 521: ...d do not connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks On vehicles that have dual batteries make all battery connections to the remote positive and remote negative terminals 7 Connect the red positive cable to the positive terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery Use a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one 8 Do not let the othe...

Page 522: ...erview on page 476 for the location of your vehicle s remote negative terminal 12 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 13 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it will not start after a few tries it probably needs service Notice If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle...

Page 523: ...o 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 your vehicle has one to its original position ...

Page 524: ... 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 supported to get a true reading How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate re...

Page 525: ...lubricant to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 626 Four Wheel Drive Lubricant checks in this section also apply to these vehicles 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 ...

Page 526: ...nt Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to change the lubricant See Scheduled Maintenance Gasoline Engine on page 615 What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 626 Front Axle When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check front axle fluid unless you suspect there is a le...

Page 527: ...d to add some lubricant When the differential is cold add enough lubricant to raise the level to 0 to 3 8 inch 9 5 mm below the filler plug hole When the differential is at operating temperature warm add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the filler plug hole What to Use To determine what kind of lubricant to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 626 527 ...

Page 528: ...e The noise control system warranty is given in your warranty booklet These standards apply only to vehicles sold in the United States Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof 1 The removal or rendering inoperative by any person other than for purposes of maintenance repair or replacement of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of...

Page 529: ... the fan shroud if the vehicle has one Air Intake Removal of the air cleaner silencer Modification of the air cleaner Exhaust Removal of the muffler and or resonator Removal of the exhaust pipes and exhaust pipe clamps Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Replacement Bulbs on page 539 For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer Halogen Bu...

Page 530: ...n the headlamp assembly by turning the pin up and pulling it straight out 3 Pull the headlamp assembly out A Low Beam Headlamp B High Beam Headlamp 4 Unplug the electrical connector 5 Turn the old bulb counterclockwise and remove it from the headlamp assembly 6 Put the new bulb into the assembly and turn it clockwise until it is tight 530 ...

Page 531: ...nal Sidemarker and Daytime Running Lamps To replace a front turn signal sidemarker or Daytime Running Lamp DRL bulb do the following 1 Remove the headlamp assembly as mentioned previously See Headlamps on page 530 for more information 2 Press the retainer clip located behind the turn signal assembly towards the outside of the vehicle 531 ...

Page 532: ...A Daytime Running Lamp DRL B Front Turn Signal Parking Lamp C Sidemarker Lamp 4 Press the locking release lever The sidemarker lamp does not have a locking release lever Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the turn signal assembly 532 ...

Page 533: ...not lock into place 8 Reinstall the turn signal assembly back onto the vehicle placing the hook and posts on the inner side into the alignment holes first and then the outer side into the retainer bracket Push until you hear a click 9 Reinstall the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle Roof Marker Lamps To replace a roof marker lamp bulb do the following 1 Remove the two screws and lift off the ...

Page 534: ...e 3 Reinstall the lens and tighten the screws To replace a center roof marker lamp bulb do the following 1 Remove the six screws from the center roof marker lamp assembly 2 Turn the old bulb counterclockwise to remove it from the socket 3 Reinstall the lens and tighten the screws 534 ...

Page 535: ...ft off the lamp assembly A Cargo Lamp B Center High Mounted Stoplamp Bulb 2 Remove the back plate from the assembly by pressing the release tabs 3 Remove the CHMSL bulb by pulling the bulb straight out from the holder back plate Remove a cargo bulb by turning the socket counterclockwise and pulling the bulb straight out 535 ...

Page 536: ... Marker Lamps To replace a pickup box identification or fender marker lamp bulb do the following 1 Remove the screws and lamp assembly 2 Unplug the lamp assembly harness 3 Gently pry the individual lamp from the lamp assembly 4 Unplug the lamp 5 Plug in a new lamp and snap it into the assembly 6 Reinstall the lamp assembly Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps To replace one of these b...

Page 537: ...nterclockwise to remove it from the taillamp assembly 5 Pull the old bulb straight out from the socket 6 Press a new bulb into the socket and turn the socket clockwise into the taillamp assembly 7 Reinstall the taillamp assembly A Stoplamp Taillamp B Turn Signal C Back up Lamp A Stoplamp Taillamp B Turn Signal Lamp C Back up Lamp D Sidemarker Lamp 537 ...

Page 538: ...a new bulb into the socket and press it in until it is tight 5 Reinstall the lens and the lens seal 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 out of the connector 3 Pull the old bulb from the bulb socket keeping the bulb straight as you pull it out 4 Install th...

Page 539: ... and Stoplamp 3157 Rear Turn Signal Lamp 3157 Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Rear Turn Signal Lamp 1156 Stoplamp and Taillamp 1157 Chassis Cab Models For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear and cracking See Scheduled Maintenance Gasoline Engine on page 615 for more information Replacement blades co...

Page 540: ...following 1 Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield 2 Push the release lever B to disengage the hook and push the wiper arm A out of the blade C 3 Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiper arm until you hear the release lever click into place 540 ...

Page 541: ... an air out and a serious accident See Loading Your Vehicle on page 403 CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting accident could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure should be checked when your vehicle s tires are cold See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 550 Overinflat...

Page 542: ... Plow or Similar Equipment on page 410 for additional information Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into the sidewall The following illustrations are examples of a typical P Metric and a LT Metric tire sidewall 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 and serv...

Page 543: ...he 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 may have the date of manufacture E Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread F Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQG Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance facto...

Page 544: ... carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load when used in a dual configuration For information on recommended tire pressure see Inflation Tire Pressure on page 550 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 403 D 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 S...

Page 545: ...Passenger P Metric Tire The United States version of a metric tire sizing system The letter P as the first character in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the U S Tire and Rim Association A Light Truck LT Metric Tire The United States version of a metric tire sizing system The letters LT as the first two characters in the tire size means a light truck tire ...

Page 546: ...tion The service description indicates the load range and speed rating of a tire The load index can range from 1 to 279 Speed ratings range from A to Z Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascal kPa Accessory Weight This means the combined weig...

Page 547: ... safety standards The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number TIN an alphanumeric designator which can also identify the tire manufacturer production plant brand and date of production GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating See Loading Your Vehicle on page 403 GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle See Loading Your Vehicle on page 403 GAWR RR Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear ...

Page 548: ...me molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire Passenger P Metric Tire A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles Recommended Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 550 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 403 Radi...

Page 549: ...overnment testing procedures The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire See Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 559 Vehicle Capacity Weight The number of designated seating positions multiplied by 150 lbs 68 kg plus the rated cargo load See Loading Your Vehicle on page 403 Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire Load on an individual tire due to curb weight accessory weight occupant weight and...

Page 550: ...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 551: ...alve 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 High Speed Operation SS Silverado CAUTION Driving at high speeds 100 mph 160 km h or higher puts an additional strain on tires Sustained high speed driving causes excessive heat build up and can cause sudden tire failure You could have a c...

Page 552: ...laced check the wheel nut torque after 100 1 000 and 6 000 miles 160 1 600 and 10 000 km of driving For proper torque and wheel nut tightening information see Removing the Spare Tire and Tools on page 566 The outer tire on a dual wheel setup generally wears faster than the inner tire Your tires will wear more evenly and last longer if you rotate the tires periodically see Tire Inspection and Rotat...

Page 553: ...ll and then try to rotate or turn the tire If it moves use the wheel wrench hoist shaft to tighten the cable See Changing a Flat Tire on page 564 If your vehicle has dual rear wheels also see Dual Tire Operation on page 552 The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle The first rotation is the most important See Scheduled Maintenance Gasoline Engine ...

Page 554: ... pattern shown here when rotating your tires The dual tires are rotated as a pair and the inside rear tires become the outside rear tires When you install dual wheels be sure the vent holes in the inner and outer wheels on each side are lined up After the tires have been rotated adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire and Loading Information label See Loading Your Vehicl...

Page 555: ...icle 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 See Changing a Flat Tire on page 564 When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it is time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators which will appear when your tires have only 1 16 inch 1 6 mm or less of tread remaining So...

Page 556: ...re Performance Criteria Specification TPC spec system rating If you need replacement tires GM strongly recommends that you get tires with the same TPC Spec rating This way your vehicle will continue to have tires that are designed to give the same performance and vehicle safety during normal use as the original tires GM s exclusive TPC Spec system considers over a dozen critical specifications tha...

Page 557: ...e this spare was developed for use on your vehicle it will not affect vehicle handling CAUTION If you use bias ply tires on your vehicle the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving A tire and or wheel could fail suddenly causing a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle If you must replace your vehicle s tires with those that do not have a TPC Spe...

Page 558: ...d electronic stability control the performance of these systems can be affected CAUTION If you add different sized wheels your vehicle may not provide an acceptable level of performance and safety if tires not recommended for those wheels are selected You may increase the chance that you will crash and suffer serious injury Only use GM specific wheel and tire systems developed for your vehicle and...

Page 559: ... safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half 1 5 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performan...

Page 560: ... underinflation or excessive 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 How...

Page 561: ... your vehicle make your tires 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 cleara...

Page 562: ... Continued Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes suspension or other vehicle parts The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on your vehicle and tire size combination an...

Page 563: ...e stop and retighten them If the contact continues slow down until it stops Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are driving especially if you maintain your vehicle s tires properly If air goes out of a tire it is much more likely to leak out slowly But if you should ever have a blowout her...

Page 564: ...dly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack Use the jack provided with your vehicle only for changing a flat tire If a tire goes flat the next part shows how to use the jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place Turn on your hazard warning flashers See Hazard Warning Flas...

Page 565: ...e vehicle To be even more certain the vehicle will not move put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed That would be the tire on the other side at the opposite end of the vehicle When your vehicle has a flat tire use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement of the wheel blocks The following information will tell you next how to use ...

Page 566: ... C Wheel Blocks D Wing Nut Retaining Wheel Blocks E Jack A Wing Nut Retaining Wheel Blocks B Wheel Blocks C Retaining Bracket and Wing Nut D Tool Kit and Jack Tools E Retaining Hook F Jack G Knob 1500 Crew Cab Regular Cab and Crew Cab Except 1500 Crew Cab 566 ...

Page 567: ...ng Hook D Jack E Knob F Tool Kit and Jack Tools G Retaining Bracket and Wing Nut A Wing Nut Retaining Wheel Blocks B Wheel Blocks C Jack D Retaining Hook E Knob F Retaining Bracket and Wing Nut G Tool Kit and Jack Tools Extended Cab Extended Cab Short Box 567 ...

Page 568: ...he knob on the jack counterclockwise to lower the jack head to release the jack from its holder 3 Remove the wheel blocks and the wheel block retainer by turning the wing nut counterclockwise 4 Remove the wing nut used to retain the storage bag and tools by turning it counterclockwise You will use the jack handle extensions and the wheel wrench to remove the underbody mounted spare tire A Spare Ti...

Page 569: ... extension through the hole G in the rear bumper Be sure the hoist end of the extension F connects to the hoist shaft E The ribbed square end of the extension is used to lower the spare tire 4 Turn the wheel wrench H counterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the ground Continue to turn the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle If the spare tire does not lower...

Page 570: ... been lowered so it can be pulled up through the wheel opening 7 Put the spare tire near the flat tire Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire Use the following pictures and instructions to remove the flat tire and raise the vehicle The tools you will be using include the jack A the wheel blocks B the jack handle C the jack handle extensions D and the wheel wrench E 570 ...

Page 571: ... 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 the wheel and gently pry it out 571 ...

Page 572: ...cle as shown If the flat tire is on the front of the vehicle two wheel drive 1500 Model vehicles position the jack under the bracket attached to the vehicle s frame behind the flat tire If the flat tire is on the front of the vehicle all other models position the jack on the frame behind the flat tire If the flat tire is on the rear position the jack under the rear axle between the spring anchor a...

Page 573: ...off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle Front Position All Other Models 57...

Page 574: ... between the grooves that are on the jack head 5 Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit under the wheel well Rear Position 2WD Pickup Models Rear Position All Other Models 574 ...

Page 575: ...f and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off 7 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel ...

Page 576: ...ght come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident 9 Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel 10 Tighten each wheel nut by hand Then use the wheel wrench to tighten the nuts until the wheel is held against the hub Front Position All Models 576 ...

Page 577: ...11 Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the vehicle Lower the jack completely Front Position 2WD 1500 Model Rear Position 577 ...

Page 578: ...rs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications on page 607 for the wheel nut torque specification 12 Tighten the nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown by turning the wheel wrench clockwise When you reinstall the regular wheel and tire you must also reinstall either the center cap or bolt on hub cap depending ...

Page 579: ...structions 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 turnin...

Page 580: ...roximately 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 towards the front of the rear bumper 580 ...

Page 581: ...able 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 Carefully remove the jack from underneath the vehicle 14 Use one hand to push against the spare while firml...

Page 582: ... Tire and Installing the Spare Tire on page 570 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Notice Storing an aluminum wheel with a flat tire under your vehicle for an extended period of tim...

Page 583: ...nd of Extension Tool G Hoist Shaft Access Hole H Wheel Wrench I Jack Handle Extensions J Spare Tire Lock If Equipped 1 Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down and to the rear 2 Tilt the retainer D downward and through the wheel opening Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel 583 ...

Page 584: ...ts to the hoist shaft E The ribbed square end of the extension is used to lower the spare tire 5 Raise the tire part way upward Make sure the retainer D is seated in the wheel opening 6 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice You cannot overtighten the cable 584 ...

Page 585: ... Reinstall the spare tire lock if equipped To store the jack and jack tools do the following A Wing Nut B Wheel Blocks C Retaining Bracket and Wing Nut D Wheel Wrench and Extensions E Tool Bag F Mounting Bracket G Jack H Retaining Hook 1 Put the tools D in the tool bag E and place them in the retaining bracket C 2 Tighten down the wing nut C 585 ...

Page 586: ... and Tools on page 582 Notice 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 vehicl...

Page 587: ...y 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 the surfaces being cleaned Permanent damage may result from using cleaners on surfaces for which they were not intende...

Page 588: ...dishwashing soaps with degreasers Using too much soap will leave a residue that leaves streaks and attracts dirt For liquid cleaners about 20 drops per gallon 3 78 L of water is a good guide Do not heavily saturate your upholstery while cleaning Damage to your vehicle s interior may result from the use of many organic solvents such as naptha alcohol etc Fabric Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner with a so...

Page 589: ...area gives any impression that a ring formation may result clean the entire surface After the cleaning process has been completed a paper towel can be used to blot excess moisture from the fabric or carpet Leather A soft cloth dampened with water may be used to remove dust If a more thorough cleaning is necessary a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be used Allow the leather to dry ...

Page 590: ...can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non uniform manner Some commercial products may increase gloss on your instrument panel The increase in gloss may cause annoying reflections in the windshield and even make it difficult to see through the windshield under certain conditions Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry CAUTION Do not bleach or dye safety belts If you do it may ...

Page 591: ...tton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting High pressure car washes may cause water to enter the vehicle Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle on page 591 Finish Care Occasional waxing or mild polishing of your vehicle by hand may be necessary...

Page 592: ...er you may use chrome polish on chrome or stainless steel trim if necessary Use special care with aluminum trim To avoid damaging protective trim never use auto or chrome polish steam or caustic soap to clean aluminum A coating of wax rubbed to high polish is recommended for all bright metal parts Windshield and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer or if th...

Page 593: ... or abrasive cleaning brushes on them because you could damage the surface Do not use chrome polish on aluminum wheels Notice Using chrome polish on aluminum wheels could damage the wheels The repairs would not be covered by your warranty Use chrome polish on chrome wheels only Use chrome polish only on chrome plated wheels but avoid any painted surface of the wheel and buff off immediately after ...

Page 594: ...otection Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the warranty Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody If these are not removed corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protectio...

Page 595: ...chase whichever occurs first Vehicle Care Appearance Materials Description Usage Polishing Cloth Wax Treated Interior and exterior polishing cloth Tar and Road Oil Remover Removes tar road oil and asphalt Chrome Cleaner and Polish Use on chrome or stainless steel White Sidewall Tire Cleaner Removes soil and black marks from whitewalls Vinyl Cleaner Cleans vinyl Glass Cleaner Removes dirt grime smo...

Page 596: ...r used on fabrics vinyl leather and carpet Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number VIN This is the legal identifier for your vehicle It appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel on the driver s side You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle The VIN also appears on the Certification Tire and Service Parts labels and the certificate...

Page 597: ...nents from working as they should Add on equipment can drain your vehicle s battery even if your vehicle is not operating Your vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle see Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 109 Windshield Wiper Fuses The windshield wiper motor is protected by an internal circuit breaker and a fuse If the motor overheats ...

Page 598: ...n 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 fuse block access door is on the driver s side edge of the instrument panel Pull off the cover to access the fuse blo...

Page 599: ...mate Control System LOCK Relay Power Door Lock Relay Lock Function HVAC 1 Climate Control System LT DR Driver s Door Harness Connection CRUISE Cruise Control Power Take Off PTO UNLCK Relay Power Door Lock Relay Unlock Function RR FOG LP Not Used BRAKE Anti Lock Brake System DRIVER UNLCK Power Door Lock Relay Driver s Door Unlock Function IGN 0 TCM TBC IGN 0 Truck Body Controller VEH CHMSL Vehicle ...

Page 600: ...or Module AUX PWR 2 M GATE Not Used LCKS Power Door Lock System ECC TPM Tire Pressure Monitoring System TBC 2C Truck Body Controller HAZRD Flasher Module CB LT DRS Left Power Windows Circuit Breaker Fuses Usage TBC 2B Truck Body Controller TBC 2A Truck Body Controller Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block The center instrument panel utility block is located underneath the instrument panel to the left...

Page 601: ...uit Breaker CB RT DOOR Right Power Windows Circuit Breaker SPARE Not Used INFO Infotainment Harness Connection Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block in the engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle near the battery Lift the cover for access to the fuse relay block To remove fuses hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out See Engine Comp...

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Page 603: ... Engine Electronic Viscous Fan Diesel Engine 8 Rear Climate Control 9 Sunroof Fuses Usage GLOW PLUG Diesel Glow Plugs and Intake Air Heater CUST FEED Gasoline Accessory Power Fuses Usage HYBRID Hybrid STUD 1 Auxiliary Power Single Battery and Diesels Only Dual Battery TP2 Do not install fuse MBEC Mid Bussed Electrical Center Power Feed Front Seats Right Doors BLWR Front Climate Control Fan LBEC Le...

Page 604: ...X PWR Auxiliary Power Outlet Console PCM 1 Powertrain Control Module Fuses Usage ETC ECM Electronic Throttle Control Electronic Brake Controller Gasoline Engine Fan Clutch Diesel Engines IGN E Instrument Panel Cluster Air Conditioning Relay Turn Signal Hazard Switch Starter Relay RTD Ride Control TRL B U Backup Lamps Trailer Wiring F PMP Fuel Pump Relay B U LP Back up Lamps Automatic Transmission ...

Page 605: ...ontrol Controller CIG LTR Cigarette Lighter HI HDLP RT High Beam Headlamp Right HDLP LOW Headlamp Low Beam Relay Fuses Usage A C COMP Air Conditioning Compressor Relay A C COMP Air Conditioning Compressor TCMB Transmission Control Module RR WPR Not Used RADIO Audio System SEO B1 Mid Bussed Electrical Center Rear Heated Seats Universal Home Remote System LO HDLP LT Headlamp Low Beam Left BTSI Brake...

Page 606: ...Used Auxiliary Electric Cooling Fan Fuse Block The auxiliary electric cooling fan fuse block is located in the engine compartment on the driver s side of the vehicle next to the underhood fuse block Lift the cover for access to the fuse relay block Fuses Usage COOL FAN Cooling Fan COOL FAN Cooling Fan Relay Fuse COOL FAN Cooling Fan Fuse Relays Usage COOL FAN 1 Cooling Fan Relay 1 COOL FAN 3 Cooli...

Page 607: ...efrigerant caution label located under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System 4 3L V6 Automatic with Front A C 14 8 qt 14 0 L 4 3L V6 Automatic with Front A C 16 5 qt 15 6 L 4 3L V6 Manual with Front A C 15 1 qt 14 3 L 4 3L V6 Manual with Front A C 16 6 qt 15 7 L 4 8L V8 Automatic with Front A C 15 2 qt 14 4 L 4 8L V8 Automatic with Front A C 16 8 qt 15 9 L 4 8L V8 Manual wit...

Page 608: ... 7 L 8 1L V8 Automatic 26 9 qt 25 5 L 8 1L V8 Manual 27 1 qt 25 6 L Engine Fan Driven cooling system Electric Cooling Fan system Transmission Automatic Four Speed 4L80 E 7 7 qt 7 3 L Automatic Four Speed 4L60 E and 4L70 E 5 0 qt 4 7 L Automatic Six Speed Allison 7 4 qt 7 0 L 2WD Manual Five Speed Getrag 2 5 qt 2 3 L 4WD Manual Five Speed Getrag 2 2 qt 2 0 L 2WD Manual Five Speed New Venture Gear 4...

Page 609: ...LD 26 0 gal 98 0 L Long Bed and Chassis Cab Pickup Box Delete 34 0 gal 128 7 L Chassis Cab 3500 and 3500HD front 27 0 gal 102 0 L Chassis Cab 3500 and 3500HD rear 23 0 gal 87 0 L Transfer Case Fluid 2 0 qt 1 9 L Wheel Nut Torque 140 ft lb 190 Y After refill the level must be rechecked Add enough engine coolant so that the fluid is within the proper operating range 609 ...

Page 610: ...Manual 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 5 3L V8 Flex Fuel Z Automatic 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 5 3L V8 T Automatic 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 5 3L V8 B Automatic 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 6 0L V8 U Automatic Manual 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 6 0L V8 N Automatic Manual 0 040 inches 1 01 mm VORTEC 8 1L V8 G Automatic Manual 0 060 inches 1 52 mm 610 ...

Page 611: ...Gasoline Engine 618 Maintenance Footnotes Gasoline Engine 620 Owner Checks and Services 622 At the First 100 1 000 and 6 000 Miles 160 1 600 and 10 000 km 622 At Each Fuel Fill 623 At Least Once a Month 623 At Least Once a Year 624 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 626 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Gasoline Engines 629 Engine Drive Belt Routing 630 Maintenance Record 631 Section 6 Maintenan...

Page 612: ...acement parts and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary 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 recommend...

Page 613: ...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 614: ...the necessary equipment 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 651 Owner Checks and Services on page 622 tells y...

Page 615: ...Goodwrench dealer has GM trained service technicians who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally you must service your vehicle within 3 000 miles 5 000 km since your last service Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed See Engine Oil Life System Gasoline Engine on page 485 for information ...

Page 616: ...ngine on page 482 Reset oil life system See Engine Oil Life System Gasoline Engine on page 485 An Emission Control Service Allison Transmission only Replace external transmission filter at the first maintenance service performed on the vehicle Lubricate chassis components See footnote Visually check for any leaks or damage See footnote j Inspect engine air cleaner filter or change indicator if equ...

Page 617: ...vices 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 Inspect shields vehicles with diesel engine or with GVWR above 10 000 lbs 4 536 kg only See ...

Page 618: ...s Service and Miles Kilometers 25 000 40 000 50 000 80 000 75 000 120 000 100 000 160 000 125 000 200 000 150 000 240 000 Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components Vehicles without a filter restriction indicator Replace engine air cleaner filter See Engine Air Cleaner Filter Gasoline Engines on page 487 Allison Transmission only Change automatic...

Page 619: ...n fluid and filter normal service Four wheel drive with automatic transfer case only Change transfer case fluid See footnote g Inspect evaporative control system An Emission Control Service See footnotes and k Replace spark plugs and inspect spark plug wires An Emission Control Service Change manual transmission fluid Engine cooling system service or every five years whichever occurs first An Emis...

Page 620: ...r basis every 3 000 miles 5 000 km a Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Inspect disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface condition Inspect drum brake linings shoes for wear or cracks Inspect other brake parts including drums wheel cylinders calipers parking brake etc b Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for ...

Page 621: ...ter and not stick or squeak g Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation h Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the vehicle Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR is over 8600 lbs or if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these conditions In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature regularly reaches 90 F 32 C or higher In hilly or mountainous te...

Page 622: ...drive regularly under dusty conditions inspect the filter or change indicator if equipped at each engine oil change q Visually inspect belt for fraying excessive cracks or obvious damage Replace belt if necessary Owner Checks and Services These owner checks and services should be performed at the intervals specified to help ensure the safety dependability and emission control performance of your v...

Page 623: ...oolant on page 499 for further details Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield washer fluid reservoir and add the proper fluid if necessary At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check Visually inspect your vehicle s tires and make sure they are inflated to the correct pressures Do not forget to check the spare tire See Inflation Tire Pressure on...

Page 624: ...er position contact your GM Goodwrench dealer for service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check CAUTION When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before you start be sure you have enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Firmly apply the parking brake See Parking Brake on ...

Page 625: ...ere is CAUTION Continued CAUTION Continued room in front of your vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the regular brake set the parking brake To check the parking brake s holding ability With the engine running and transmission in NEUTRAL N slo...

Page 626: ... dealer Usage Fluid Lubricant Engine Oil Engine oil which meets GM Standard GM6094M and displays the American Petroleum Institute Certified for Gasoline Engines starburst symbol GM Goodwrench oil meets all the requirements for your vehicle To determine the proper viscosity for your vehicle s engine see Engine Oil Gasoline Engine on page 482 Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and...

Page 627: ... GM Part No U S 12346293 in Canada 992723 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Usage Fluid Lubricant Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant GM Part No U S 12377985 in Canada 88901242 or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI 2 Category LB or GC LB Front Axle 1500 Series SAE 80W 90 Axle Lubricant GM Part No U S 1052271 in Canada 10950849 Front Axle 1500 HD 2500 2500 HD an...

Page 628: ...rlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Usage Fluid Lubricant Body Door Hinge Pins Tailgate Hinge and Linkage Folding Seats and Fuel Door Hinge Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Tailgate Handle Pivot Points Hinges Latch Bolt and Linkage Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Weatherstrip Conditioning Weathers...

Page 629: ...Diesel Engine Supplement Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter High Capacity 25313349 A1518C Standard 25313348 A1519C Oil Filter 4 3L V6 25010792 PF47 4 8L V8 5 3L V8 6 0L V8 89017524 PF48 8 1L V8 25324052 PF454 Spark Plugs 4 3L V6 89017883 41 932 4 8L V8 5 3L V8 6 0L V8 12571164 41 985 8 1L V8 12578277 41 983 Wiper Blades ITTA Type 22 inches 56 0 cm 15153642 A1518C hig...

Page 630: ...Engine Drive Belt Routing A Air Conditioning Compressor V6 Engines V8 Engines 630 ...

Page 631: ...vices performed in the boxes provided See Maintenance Requirements on page 612 Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 622 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 631 ...

Page 632: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 632 ...

Page 633: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 633 ...

Page 634: ...Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 634 ...

Page 635: ...Roadside Assistance Program 642 Courtesy Transportation 645 Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 647 Collision Damage Repair 648 Reporting Safety Defects 652 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government 652 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 652 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 653 Service Publications Ordering Information 653 Section 7 Customer A...

Page 636: ...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 637: ... 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 638: ... 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 639: ...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 640: ...ed 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 243 8872 Fax Number 313 381 0022 From Puerto Rico 1 800 496 9992 English 1 800 496 9993 Spanish Fax Number 313 381 0022 From U S Virgin Islands 1 8...

Page 641: ...This program available to qualified applicants can reimburse you up to 1 000 of the cost of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle such as hand controls or a wheelchair scooter lift The offer is available for a very limited period of time from the date of vehicle purchase lease For more details or to determine your vehicle s eligibility visit gmmobility com or call the G...

Page 642: ... coverage of 100 Fuel Delivery Delivery of enough fuel for the customer to get to the nearest service station approximately 5 in the U S and 10 litres in Canada Service to provide diesel may be restricted For safety reasons propane and other alternative fuels will not be provided through this service Lock out Service To ensure security the driver must present the vehicle registration and personal ...

Page 643: ...g requests will be limited to six per calendar year Trip Interruption Benefits and Assistance In the event of a warranty related vehicle disablement while en route and over 250 kilometres from original point of departure you may qualify for trip interruption expense assistance This assistance covers reasonable reimbursement of up to a maximum of 500 Canadian for A meals maximum of 50 day B lodging...

Page 644: ... a phone call away U S customers call Chevrolet Roadside Assistance 1 800 CHEV USA 1 800 243 8872 text telephone TTY users call 1 888 889 2438 Canadian 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 Roa...

Page 645: ...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 646: ...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 647: ...itions for airbag deployment and if the vehicle has the Anti lock Brake System ABS to provide 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...

Page 648: ... 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 has OnStar please check the OnStar subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection Collision Damage Repair If your vehicle is involved in a collision and it is damaged have the damage repaired by...

Page 649: ... 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 the art equipment or be able to recommend a collision repair center that has GM trained technicians and c...

Page 650: ... 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 642 for more information If your vehicle cannot be driven know where the towing service will...

Page 651: ...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 652: ...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 653: ...entre CA1 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 speci...

Page 654: ...ssing Fee Without Portfolio Owner s Manual only RETAIL SELL PRICE 25 00 US Processing Fee Current and Past Model Order Forms Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals 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 ...

Page 655: ...03 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 109 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 97 Airbag System cont What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates 98 When Should an Airbag Inflate 95 Where Are the Airbags 94 AM FM Radio 288 Antenna Fixed Mast 347 Antenna XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 348 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 355 Anti Lock Brake System Warning Light 253 Appearance Care Aluminum or Chrome Plated ...

Page 656: ...8 Setting the Time for Radios without Radio Data Systems RDS 287 Theft Deterrent Feature 343 Understanding Radio Reception 344 XM Satellite Radio Antenna System 348 Automatic Headlamp System 222 Automatic Transmission Fluid 490 493 Operation 140 Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp Switch 224 B Battery 517 Electric Power Management 226 Battery Warning Light 251 Before Leaving on a Long Trip 392 Brake Anti ...

Page 657: ...go Lamp 226 Center Console Storage Area 202 Center Front Passenger Position Safety Belts 37 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL and Cargo Lamp 535 Chains Tire 562 Check Engine Light 256 Checking Things Under the Hood 474 Chemical Paint Spotting 595 Child Restraints Child Restraint Systems 51 Infants and Young Children 47 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 57 Older Children 44 Securing a Child R...

Page 658: ...Compass 177 181 Content Theft Deterrent 130 Control of a Vehicle 354 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage 254 Heater Engine 138 Surge Tank Pressure Cap 502 Cooling System 504 Cruise Control 217 Cruise Control Light 261 Cupholder s 202 Customer Assistance Information Courtesy Transportation 645 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users 640 Customer Assistance Offices 640 Customer Satisfaction Pro...

Page 659: ...267 Driving At Night 385 City 390 Defensive 350 Drunken 351 Driving cont Freeway 391 Hill and Mountain Roads 394 In Rain and on Wet Roads 386 Off Road 366 Recovery Hooks 402 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out 401 Winter 396 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 233 Dual Climate Control System 230 Dual Tire Operation 552 DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System 328 E Electric Power Management 226 Electri...

Page 660: ...er Engine Air Cleaner 487 Fixed Mast Antenna 347 Flashers Hazard Warning 212 Flash to Pass 215 Flat Tire 563 Flat Tire Changing 564 Flat Tire Storing 582 Fluid Automatic Transmission 490 493 Manual Transmission 496 Power Steering 510 Windshield Washer 511 Fog Lamps 223 Four Wheel Drive 153 525 Four Wheel Drive Light 261 Front Axle 526 Front Reading Lamps 225 Front Storage Area 202 Fuel 466 Additiv...

Page 661: ...ove Box 202 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 641 H Hazard Warning Flashers 212 Head Restraints 18 Headlamps 220 530 Automatic Headlamp System 222 Bulb Replacement 529 Daytime Running Lamps 221 Flash to Pass 215 Front Turn Signal Sidemarker and Daytime Running Lamps 531 Halogen Bulbs 529 High Low Beam Changer 215 On Reminder 221 Pickup Box Identification and Fender Marker Lamps 536 Roof Marker Lam...

Page 662: ...18 K Keyless Entry System 116 Keys 115 L Labeling Tire Sidewall 542 Lamps Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp 224 Cargo 226 Dome 224 Dome Lamp Override 225 Electric Power Management 226 Fog 223 Front Reading 225 LATCH System Child Restraints 57 Latches Seatback 18 License Plate Lamps 538 Light Airbag Off 246 Airbag Readiness 245 Anti Lock Brake System Warning 253 Battery Warning 251 Brake System Warning 2...

Page 663: ...trol 365 Low Fuel Warning Light 263 Lumbar Power Controls 11 M Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services 618 At Each Fuel Fill 623 At Least Once a Month 623 At Least Once a Year 624 At the First 100 1 000 and 6 000 Miles 160 1 600 and 10 000 km 622 Introduction 612 Maintenance Footnotes 620 Maintenance Record 631 Maintenance Requirements 612 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 629 Owner C...

Page 664: ...rrors 183 Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors 186 Outside Power Mirrors 186 Outside Trailer Tow Mirrors 184 Outside West Coast Type Mirrors 185 MyGMLink com 639 N New Vehicle Break In 133 Noise Control System Tampering 528 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts 629 O Odometer 244 Odometer Trip 244 Off Road Driving 366 Off Road Recovery 363 Oil Engine 482 Pressure Gage 260 Oil Engine Oil Life System 485 O...

Page 665: ...ger Airbag Status Indicator 248 Passenger Sensing System 103 Passing 363 Passlock 132 Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab 417 Power Accessory Outlet s 227 Door Locks 121 Electrical System 597 Lumbar Controls 11 Retained Accessory RAP 136 Seat 10 Steering Fluid 510 Windows 129 Programmable Automatic Door Locks 122 Q Questions and Answers About Safety Belts 26 R Radios 286 AM FM Radio 288 Care of Your ...

Page 666: ...pass and Temperature Display 177 Rearview Mirrors 177 Reclining Seatbacks 15 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 626 Recovery Hooks 402 Recreational Vehicle Towing 418 Remote Keyless Entry System 116 Remote Keyless Entry System Operation 117 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 570 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 566 Replacement Bulbs 539 Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Governmen...

Page 667: ...ory Mirrors 12 Power Lumbar 11 Power Seats 10 Seats cont Rear Seat Operation 19 20 Reclining Seatbacks 15 Seatback Latches 18 Secondary Latch System 579 Securing a Child Restraint Center Front Seat Position 75 Rear Seat Position 72 Right Front Seat Position Crew Cab 75 Right Front Seat Position Regular and Extended Cab 78 85 Security Light 261 Service 464 Accessories and Modifications 464 Adding E...

Page 668: ... Storage Area 202 Glove Box 202 Stuck in Sand Mud Ice or Snow 400 Sun Visors 130 Sunroof 205 Swing Out Windows 130 T Tachometer 244 Tailgate 127 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 536 Theft Deterrent Radio 343 Theft Deterrent Systems 130 Content Theft Deterrent 130 Passlock 132 Tilt Wheel 213 Tires 541 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels Cleaning 593 Buying New Tires 556 Chains 562 Cha...

Page 669: ...18 Towing a Trailer 423 Your Vehicle 417 Traction Assist System TAS 357 Manual Selectable Ride 359 Off Light 254 Trailer Recommendations 456 Transmission Fluid Automatic 490 493 Fluid Manual 496 Temperature Gage 255 Up Shift Light 252 Transmission Operation Automatic 140 Transmission Operation Manual 149 Trip Odometer 244 Truck Camper Loading Information 415 Turn and Lane Change Signals 214 Turn S...

Page 670: ...d Warning Flashers 212 Other Warning Devices 212 Safety and Symbols 4 Vehicle Damage 5 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 560 Different Size 558 Replacement 560 Where to Put the Restraint 55 Windows 128 Manual 128 Power 129 Sliding Rear 130 Swing Out Windows 130 Windshield Washer 216 Washer Fluid 511 Wiper Blade Replacement 539 Wiper Blades Cleaning 592 Wiper Fuses 597 Wipers 215 Winter Driving 396...

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